PS Audio PerfectWave DAC Instructions For Use Manual
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Instructions for use
PerfectWave DAC
4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301
PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com
Owner's Reference
©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
Owner's Reference
Perfect Wave DAC
15-042-21-1 Rev A
Instruction i

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Reference ® Owner’s Reference Perfect Wave DAC Instructions for use PerfectWave DAC 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Filter 3 LP APOD TROUBLESHOOTING Filter 4 LP SOFT WARRANTY Filter 5 MP 1/2B SERVICE Phase (Polarity) NOTES 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    The PWD accepts PCM Digital Audio data and converts it to high-performance analog audio that can be fed Your PS Audio PWD represents a major advancement in the art of recreating the musical event. The sense of being “there” at the original performance, hearing the warmth and immediacy of the live performance is unmatched.
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Register the Unit manufacturer’s cables can be used. PS Audio manufactures two PS Audio products come from the factory with a 90 day models of approved I2S ready HDMI cables, either of which are warranty. An extended 3 year warranty is available in exchange highly recommended for this application.
  • Page 6: Connecting The Pwd

    96kHz 24 bit standard. Once connected, your computer (Windows or MAC) should automatically install the PWD as a new device. The device will read “PS Audio 24/96 USB Audio Link.” If the device 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com...
  • Page 7: Wireless Usb Dongle

    Dongle into the USB host input on the Bridge at the rear of the PWD, then follow the instructions included with PS Audio produces an entire line of high quality shielded power the USB Wireless Dongle. This Wireless solution has...
  • Page 8: Control And Operation

    “SUBMIT”. If you wish to return to 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 9: Auto

    It is a type of additive distortion to the waveform that occurs before the actual event (sound) occurs and is a product of linear 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 10: Filter 1 Mp Apod

    CD track gains a bit of proper perspective. If it does, chances are good that it was recorded out of polarity. cutoff. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 11: Remote Control

    PWT. The top of the large center ring is for VOLUME UP and directly on the unit. the bottom is for VOLUME DOWN. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 12: Network Audio Playback

    Ethernet connection. Music stored on a hard drive or even an The PerfectWave Network Internet radio service are all accessible via this network Bridge. In the PS Audio PerfectWave Network Audio system there are Once installed, the Bridge will be accessed as another input. four central requirements: 1.
  • Page 13: Building The Network

    Owner’s Reference Perfect Wave DAC Building the Network setup like PS Audio’s PerfectWave system now, or anytime in the future. You’ll need a Network for all the data to communicate back and forth. This is the central nervous system of the Bridge. The Server options is where you’re going to store your music: inside...
  • Page 14: Setting Up The Server

    Until PS Audio’s tagNPlay Server is released, we recommend Twonky for its universal appeal and ease of setup. The Twonky The PS Audio PerfectWave system also supports a number of Server should be set to always start up with your computer so it lossy formats as well, such as MP3.
  • Page 15: Introduction To Tagnplay

    In order to use tagNplay you must be connected wirelessly to Server Software does not allow for much, if any, customization the same network as your Server and PS Audio Bridge via a of this music navigation. The exception to this is the forthcom- wireless connection.
  • Page 16 Play All or any track individually. letter of the Artist name. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 17: Track Selection

    Now Playing Screen 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 18: Artist Info

    Jazz, Classical and Rock and Pop throughout the day. Public Radio: the states in which they broadcast. Staff Picks: Walk around PS Audio and you’ll hear music our favorite stations for you to enjoy as well. Favorites Folder: Place your favorite radio stations in this folder.
  • Page 19: Queue Management

    While touching the grip lines move the track to the desired positioning the Queue. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 20: Accessing Saved Playlists

    Editing can be performed by touching the ‘Edit’ button and making the desired changes as outlined in Queue Management above. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Once complete you can unplug the USB connection for 10 sec- onds and then reconnect. The Driver should now install correctly. 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 22: Warranty

    1. The product must be packaged and returned to PS Audio resolution of a service problem, or for product information or or an authorized PS Audio repair center by the customer at his operation, call or email PS Audio. or her sole expense in the original packing material. PS Audio ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES RELATING TO THE ABOVE will pay return freight of its choice for original purchasers.
  • Page 23: Service

    If you feel your country’s dealer or Obtain an RA number | Return authorization numbers must distributor is either unwilling or unable to service your PS Audio be prominently displayed on the outside of the box and an products, please contact our service department at service@ psaudio.com or at the above contact numbers to discuss the...
  • Page 24: Notes

    Notes ® Owner’s Reference Perfect Wave DAC 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 25 Notes ® Owner’s Reference Perfect Wave DAC 4826 Sterling Drive, Boulder, CO 80301 15-042-21-1 Rev A PH: 720.406.8946 | service@psaudio.com | www.psaudio.com Instruction i ©2010 PS Audio International Inc. All rights reserved.

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