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Marantz HD-DAC1 Owner's Manual

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Appendix
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D/A Converter
HD-DAC1
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  • Page 1 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix D/A Converter HD-DAC1 You can print more than one page of a PDF onto a single sheet of paper. Owner’s Manual Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 2 Contents Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connections Accessories About the remote control Connecting an amplifier Inserting the batteries Connecting to a device with digital audio output connectors Operating range of the remote control unit Connecting a PC or Mac Main features Connecting a smartphone or portable player High quality sound...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback Settings Basic operation Menu map Turning the power on Menu operation Selecting the input source AMP Gain Adjusting the volume Dimmer Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) iPodMode Switching the display’s brightness AutoStby Using as a D/A converter Tips Connecting and playing back from a computer (USB-DAC)

  • Page 4: Connections

    Playback Settings Tips Appendix Thank you for purchasing this Marantz product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference. Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
  • Page 5 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About the remote control Inserting the batteries NOTE 0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: A Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. 0 Do not use a new battery together with an old one. 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.

  • Page 6: Main Features

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Main features High quality sound High performance Large-capacitance block capacitor Equipped with a USB-DAC function to support playback of high- resolution sound sources A large capacitance 3,300 μF capacitor carefully selected for its acoustic characteristics is incorporated into the power supply circuit. This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as DSD (2.8/5.6 MHz) and PCM files up to 192 kHz/24 bits.
  • Page 7 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Peripheral circuitry off function minimizes audio output signal interference In order to minimize noise from peripheral circuitry which could interfere with the analog audio signal, this unit is equipped with a peripheral circuitry off function which turns off the display. Equipped with variable audio output connectors In addition to the normal fixed audio output connectors, this unit is equipped with variable audio output connectors that cooperate with the...

  • Page 8: Connection

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Part names and functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Front panel A Power operation button (X) C Input source select knob (INPUT SELECTOR) This turns the power on/off (standby). (v p. 25) These select the input source.
  • Page 9 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix F SETUP button Used to set up this unit. G Remote control sensor This receives signals from the remote control unit. H DISPLAY OFF indicator This indicator lights up when the display is off. (v p. 27) I USB port Used to connect iPod or USB memory devices.
  • Page 10 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Display The input source name, sampling frequency, setting values and other information are displayed here. o D/A converter display o iPod/USB playback indicator A Input source indicator C Information display This indicator displays the selected input source (USB-DAC/COAX/ This indicator displays the track information, etc.
  • Page 11 (v p. 16) output connectors. (v p. 17) C Remote control input/output connectors (REMOTE CONTROL IN/OUT) Used to connect to a Marantz amplifier that is compatible with the remote control function. (v p. 22) Front panel Display...
  • Page 12 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control unit A DIMMER button Adjust the display brightness of this unit. (v p. 27) DIMMER POWER B Input source select buttons These select the input source. (v p. 26) C Skip buttons (8, 9) USB-DAC iPod/USB This skips to the start of the track.
  • Page 13 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix F Information button (INFO) This switches display items such as the album name and title name in DIMMER POWER the playback screen. (v p. 39, 44) G Cursor buttons (uio p) These select items. (v p. 39, 48) iPod/USB USB-DAC H BACK button...
  • Page 14 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix K REPEAT button (L) Switches the repeat playback. (v p. 41, 45) DIMMER POWER L Stop button (2) Stops playback. (v p. 39, 44) iPod/USB USB-DAC M VOLUME buttons (df) OPT 1 OPT 2 COAX Adjusts the volume of the headphones and the amplifier connected to the audio output connectors (VARIABLE).

  • Page 15: Connecting An Amplifier

    Contents Connections Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents o Cables used for connections Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect. Connecting an amplifier Connecting to a device with digital audio output connectors Audio cable (supplied) Connecting a PC or Mac Connecting a smartphone or portable player Remote connector cable...

  • Page 16: Connecting An Amplifier

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an amplifier Pre Amplifier Power amplifier AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AC IN AC IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL INTERNAL INTERNAL EXTERNAL EXTERNAL COAXIAL COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL...
  • Page 17 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to a device with digital audio output connectors Use this connection to input digital audio signals to this unit, and convert the signals for playback using the D/A converter of this unit. (v p. 37) CD Transport / digital device COAXIAL...
  • Page 18 0 Install the dedicated driver software on the computer to enable communication between the computer and this unit in order to playback high-resolution sound source (DSD signal or 192 kHz/24 bit PCM signal) audio available on the internet. (v p. 29) 0 Download the driver software from the HD-DAC1 page of the Marantz website. NOTE Use a cable that is 10 ft (3 m) or less to connect to the computer.
  • Page 19 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a smartphone or portable player Use this connection to input analog audio signals to this unit and play them back through the amplifier of this unit. Smartphone/ portable player ANALOG AC IN AC IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN...
  • Page 20 USB memory device Marantz does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter, use that device’s supplied AC adapter. NOTE 0 USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
  • Page 21 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Supported iPod/iPhone models • iPod classic • iPod nano • iPod touch • iPhone Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 22: Remote Control Jack

    Playback Settings Tips Appendix REMOTE CONTROL jack When you use this unit connected to a Marantz amplifier, this unit receives operation signals sent from the amplifier and operates accordingly. Next, configure the “Connections” and “Settings”. This unit Connection AC IN...
  • Page 23 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the power cord Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. AC IN AC IN REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL INTERNAL INTERNAL EXTERNAL EXTERNAL VARIABLE VARIABLE To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Power cord (supplied) Front panel...
  • Page 24 Contents Connections Playback Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents Turning the power on Using as a D/A converter (USB-DAC) Selecting the input source Playing an iPod Adjusting the volume Playing a USB memory device Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) Playing audio from devices connected to the AUX connector Switching the display’s brightness Front panel...

  • Page 25: Basic Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Basic operation Turning the power on DIMMER POWER DIMMER POWER Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. The power indicator turns off. Input iPod/USB USB-DAC source OPT 1 OPT 2 COAX select You can also switch the power to standby by pressing X on the main unit.

  • Page 26: Selecting The Input Source

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting the input source Adjusting the volume Press the input source select button to be played back. Press VOLUME df to adjust the volume. USB-DAC: Plays back audio files on the computer. You can also adjust the master volume by turning VOLUME on the main unit. Plays back the device connected to the COAX: COAXIAL connector.

  • Page 27: Switching The Display's Brightness

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Switching the display’s brightness The display brightness can be adjusted between four levels. Switching the display off reduces a source of noise that affects sound quality, enabling higher sound quality playback. Press DIMMER. 0 When the display is turned off, the DISPLAY OFF indicator lights. 0 The brightness of the display can also be switched in the setting menu on the display of the main unit.

  • Page 28: Using As A D/A Converter

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Using as a D/A converter Digital audio signals input from an external device or computer into this unit can be converted and output as analog signals using this unit’s D/A converter. (D/A converter function) DIMMER POWER POWER...

  • Page 29: Connecting And Playing Back From A Computer (Usb-Dac)

    USB and restart the computer. USB 2.0: USB High speed/USB Audio Class Ver.2.0 Download the dedicated driver from the “Download” section of the HD-DAC1 page of the Marantz website onto your PC. Unzip the downloaded file, select the 32-bit or 64-bit exe file that matches your Windows operating system, and double-click the file.
  • Page 30 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Install the driver. C The wizard menu is displayed. Click “Next”. A Select the language to use for the installation. B Click “OK”. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 31 F Click “Install” on the installation start dialog. terms in the license agreement”. The installation starts. Do not perform any operation on the PC E Click “Next”. until the installation is completed. SOFTWARE LICENSING AGREEMENT Marantz Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 32 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix G In the Windows security dialog, select “Always trust software I When the installation is completed, click “Finish”. from “DandM Holdings Inc.””. H Click “Install”. With the unit power off, connect the unit and PC using a USB cable (supplied).
  • Page 33 C Check that there is a checkmark next to “Default Device” under in “Digital Audio Interface” of the “Playback” tab. When there is a checkmark for a different device, click “Marantz USB Audio” and “Set Default”. Configure Configure Set Default...
  • Page 34 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix NOTE B Click the “Advanced” tab. C Select the sampling rate and bit rate to be applied to the D/A 0 The dedicated driver must be installed in the PC before this unit is connected to a converter.
  • Page 35 Playback Settings Tips Appendix D Select the “HD-DAC1” format. o Audio Device Settings (Mac OS X only) It is normally recommended to set the format to “192000.0 Hz” and “2ch-24 bit Interger”. A Move the cursor to “Go” on the computer screen, and then click “Utilities”.
  • Page 36 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Playback NOTE 0 Perform operations such as playback and pause on the computer. At this time, you Install the desired player software on your computer beforehand. cannot perform operations with buttons on this unit or the remote control. Use the rear panel USB-DAC port to connect this unit to a computer.

  • Page 37: Connect And Playback From A Digital Device (Coax/Opt1/Opt2)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Files that can be played back Connect and playback from a digital device (COAX/OPT1/OPT2) See “D/A converter” (v p. 62). NOTE Press COAX, OPT1 or OPT2 to switch the input source 0 Do not input non-PCM signals, such as Dolby Digital, and DTS. This causes noise to “COAX”, “OPT1”...

  • Page 38: Playing Back An Ipod

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back an iPod You can use the USB cable provided with the iPod to connect the iPod with the unit’s USB port and enjoy music stored on the iPod. DIMMER POWER For information on the iPod models that can be played back with this POWER unit, see “Supported iPod/iPhone models”...

  • Page 39: Playing An Ipod

    Stop NOTE Repeat playback (v p. 41) 0 Marantz will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod data. REPEAT L Switching between All-track repeat and 0 Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some functions may not Single-track repeat.

  • Page 40: Setting Operation Mode (Remote Ipod Mode)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Switching the display Setting operation mode (Remote iPod mode) During playback, press INFO. This switches between the title name, artist name, album name and In this mode, various lists and screens during playback on the iPod are track number.

  • Page 41: Performing Repeat Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Performing repeat playback Performing random playback Press REPEAT L. Press RANDOM P. The current repeat play mode is indicated in the display first. The current random play mode is indicated in the display first. The repeat playback mode is switched each time the button is The random playback mode is switched each time the button is pressed.

  • Page 42: Playing A Usb Memory Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing a USB memory device Playing back music stored on a USB memory device. Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class standards DIMMER POWER can be played on this unit. POWER This unit is compatible with USB memory devices in “FAT16” or “FAT32”...

  • Page 43: Playing Files Stored On Usb Memory Devices

    USB memory device. When “All” is selected 0 Note that Marantz will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction After the selected folder and files are played, all the files in all with the USB memory device.
  • Page 44 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o USB operation o Files that can be played back Operation buttons Function See “Playing back a USB memory devices” (v p. 59). Switch to Folder playback mode o Switching the display MODE Switching between “Folder” or “All” mode. During playback, press INFO.

  • Page 45: Performing Repeat Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Performing repeat playback Performing random playback Press REPEAT L. Press RANDOM P. The current repeat play mode is indicated in the display first. The current random play mode is indicated in the display first. The repeat playback mode is switched each time the button is The random playback mode is switched each time the button is pressed.

  • Page 46: Playing Audio From Devices Connected To The Aux Connector

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing audio from devices connected to the AUX connector You can connect a smartphone or portable player to the AUX connector of this unit and play back audio. DIMMER POWER Press AUX to switch the input source to “AUX”. Connect a smartphone or portable player to the AUX USB-DAC iPod/USB...

  • Page 47: Menu Map

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Settings Tips Appendix Menu map By default, this unit has recommended settings defined. You can customize this unit based on your existing system and your preferences. Setting items Description Page AMP Gain Set the gain of the headphone amplifier. This switches the brightness of the display.

  • Page 48: Menu Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu operation DIMMER POWER Press SETUP to select the menu to be set. Each time you press SETUP, the setting item changes. USB-DAC iPod/USB Use o p to change to desired setting. OPT 1 OPT 2 COAX You can also change the setting by turning INPUT SELECTOR on...

  • Page 49: Amp Gain

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AMP Gain Dimmer Set the gain of the headphone amplifier. Set this according to the This switches the brightness of the display. impedance of the connected headphones. It is recommended that this is set on the “Low” side if the headphones have low impedance and on the Off: Turns the display off.

  • Page 50: Autostby

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AutoStby When this unit is in the stop state and there is no input signal and operation for 30 minutes, it automatically enters the standby mode. Enable Auto Standby mode. Disable Auto Standby mode. (Default): When iPod is being charged, this unit enters the power standby mode after charging.

  • Page 51: Contents

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Tips Appendix Contents o Tips o Troubleshooting I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality Power does not turn on / Power is turned off I want to playback just the specified folder Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit I want to delete the resume information for playback of a USB memory Display on this unit shows nothing...

  • Page 52: Tips

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips I want to enjoy analog output audio at higher quality Press the DIMMER button to turn the display off. (v p. 27) I want to playback just the specified folder Press the MODE button to set the playback mode to “Folder”. (v p. 43) I want to delete the resume information for playback of a USB memory device In the stop mode, press the 2 button.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Troubleshooting 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual? 3. Are the other devices operating properly? If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfunction.

  • Page 54: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Symptom Cause / Solution Page Operations cannot be Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. performed through the Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 23 ft/7 m from this unit and at an angle of within remote control unit.

  • Page 55: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o No sound comes out Symptom Cause / Solution Page No sound is produced. Or Check the connections for all devices. sound is distorted. Insert connection cables all the way in. － Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. －...

  • Page 56: Appendix

    “Unsupported” is displayed when audio signals that are not supported by this unit are input. Check the displayed. settings on your computer or player software. If the computer you use is “Mac OS”, please check if the “HD-DAC1” format is set below “192000.0 Hz” － using the “Audio MIDI Setup”.

  • Page 57: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o USB memory devices cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page “No USB Device”, “Error 1” This unit may not recognize the USB memory device due to poor connection, etc. Make sure that the or “Error 2”...

  • Page 58: Appendix

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o File names on the iPod/USB memory device are not displayed properly Symptom Cause / Solution Page The file names are not Characters that cannot be displayed have been used. On this unit, characters that cannot be displayed －...

  • Page 59: Playing Back A Usb Memory Devices

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Appendix Playing back a USB memory devices o USB-compatible file systems o Compatible formats FAT16 or FAT32 Playable files File specification If the USB memory device is divided into multiple partitions, only the (Extension) top drive can be selected.

  • Page 60: Playback Order Of Files

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback order of files 0 This unit can only play music files that are not copyright protected. When there are multiple folders containing music files, the playback order 0 Content downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright protected. of folders is automatically set when this unit reads the media.

  • Page 61: About Folders And Files

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About folders and files How to handle media Music files recorded on a USB memory device are divided into large Do not eject a USB memory device or turn off the unit while a USB segments (folders) and small segments (files).

  • Page 62: D/A Converter

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix D/A converter o Specifications of supported files USB-DAC Sampling frequency Bit length DSD (2-channel) 2.8/5.6 MHz 1 bit 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/ Linear PCM (2-channel) 16/24 bits 176.4/192 kHz Coaxial/Optical Sampling frequency Bit length 32/44.1/48/64/88.2/96/ Linear PCM (2-channel) 16/24 bits 176.4/192 kHz Front panel...

  • Page 63: Explanation Of Terms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Explanation of terms DSD (Direct-Stream Digital) WMA (Windows Media Audio) One of the audio data recording methods, it is the signal aspect used to This is the audio compression technology developed by Microsoft store audio signals on a super audio CD, and is Δ-Σ modulated digital Corporation.

  • Page 64: Front Panel Display Rear Panel

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Dynamic range The difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and the minimum discernible level above the noise emitted by the device. Bit rate This expresses the read amount per 1 second of video/audio data recorded in a disc.

  • Page 65: Trademark Information

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, Adobe, the Adobe logo and Reader are either registered trademarks or respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or performance standards.

  • Page 66: Specifications

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specifications o Audio performance Analog output Channels: 2-channels Playable frequency range: 2 Hz – 96 kHz Playable frequency response: 2 Hz – 50 kHz (–3 dB) (DSD mode, PCM sampling frequency: 192 kHz) 2 Hz – 20 kHz (PCM sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz) S/N: 110 dB (Audible range)
  • Page 67 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Analog input Input sensitivity/impedance: 200 mVrms/22 kΩ/kohms Digital input Coaxial: 0.5 Vp-p / 75 Ω/ohms Optical : –27 dBm or lator USB (Front): USB Type A (USB 2.0 Full speed) USB (Rear): USB Type B (USB 2.0 High speed) o General Power supply voltage/frequency: AC120 V, 60 Hz...
  • Page 68 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm)) 9 27/32 (250) 1 11/32 1 11/32 7 11/64 (182) (34) (34) o Weight : 11 lbs (5 kg) Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 69: Index

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Index D/A converter function ......28, 62 Playing back an iPod ........38 Display’s brightness ........27 Playing a USB memory device ....... 42 DSD ............62, 63 Accessories ............. 4 Audio cable ..........15, 16 Random playback ........
  • Page 70 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix WAV ............42, 59 WMA ..........42, 59, 63 Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
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