Sign In
Upload
Manuals
Brands
Benchmark Manuals
Media Converter
DAC2 DX
Benchmark DAC2 DX Manuals
Manuals and User Guides for Benchmark DAC2 DX. We have
2
Benchmark DAC2 DX manuals available for free PDF download: Instruction Manual
Benchmark DAC2 DX Instruction Manual (73 pages)
Reference Stereo D/A Converter Native PCM and DSD Conversion Headphone Amplifier Dual Output Buses Asynchronous USB
Brand:
Benchmark
| Category:
Media Converter
| Size: 12 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Safety Information
4
Fuses
4
Voltage Selection
4
Power Cord
4
Modifications
4
Repairs
4
Quick Start Guide
5
Rear Panel
5
Front Panel
6
Control Functions
8
Applications
9
Professional Applications
9
HI-FI Applications
9
Computer Sound Card Elimination
9
Standalone Headphone Amplifier
9
DAC2 Vs. DAC1
10
New Features
10
Performance Improvements
10
DAC2 DX Features
11
Feature List
11
Special DAC2 DX Features
12
Feature Details
13
DAC1 and DAC2 Product History
16
DAC1 Series History
16
DAC2 Series History
17
Digital Inputs
18
Input Formats
18
Limitations of Optical Inputs
18
Consistent Performance
18
USB - Computer Input
19
D1 and D2 - Optical Digital Inputs
20
D3 - AES XLR Digital Input
20
D4 and D5 - Coaxial Digital Inputs
20
D5 - Coaxial Digital Output
21
AES XLR to Coaxial Adapters
21
Analog Outputs
22
Main Output Bus
22
AUX Output Bus
22
Balanced Analog XLR Line Outputs
22
XLR Wiring
23
Unbalanced Analog RCA Line Outputs
23
AC Power-Entry and Fuses
24
Fuses
24
Voltage Selection
24
Power Cord
24
Internal Settings
25
Jumper-Configured Options
25
Removing Top Cover
25
XLR Output Pads
26
Digital Pass-Through Function
30
Rackmounting Options
31
Rackmount Version of the DAC2 DX
31
Connector Block
31
Premium ½-Wide Blank Rack Panel
32
Black ½-Wide Rack Panel
32
Universal Rack Adapter Tray
32
Rackmounting Example
33
Benchmark Technologies
34
Hybrid Gain Control
34
Native DSD Conversion
34
Multi-Mode Asynchronous Advancedusb Audio
34
Jitter-Immune Ultralock2
35
High Head-Room DSP
35
32-Bit SABRE Conversion System
35
Diagnostic Display
35
Bi-Directional 12 Volt Trigger
35
Distributed Power Regulation
35
HPA2™ Headphone Amplifier
36
Differential Amplifiers
36
Ultralock2™ Clock System
36
Dac2 DX Instruction Manual Rev B
37
USB Audio System Setup
40
USB Driver Installation - Windows XP, Vista
41
Performance Graphs - DAC2 Series
47
Specifications
63
Audio Performance
63
Group Delay (Latency)
64
Digital Audio Inputs
64
Jitter Tolerance
65
Balanced Analog Outputs
66
Unbalanced Analog Outputs
66
HPA2 TM Headphone Outputs
67
Status Display
67
AC Power Requirements
68
Dimensions
68
Weight
68
Regulatory Compliance
69
FCC and Rohs Compliance Statements
69
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
69
Rohs Compliance Information
69
CE Certificate of Conformity
70
Warranty Information
71
Benchmark 1 Year Warranty
71
The Benchmark 1 Year Warranty
71
Benchmark Extended Warranty
72
The Benchmark Extended 5* Year Warranty
72
The Benchmark's Extended 2** Year International Warranty
72
Notes on Warranty Repairs
72
Advertisement
Benchmark DAC2 DX Instruction Manual (79 pages)
Reference Stereo D/A Converter
Brand:
Benchmark
| Category:
Media Converter
| Size: 4 MB
Table of Contents
Safety Information
2
Fuses
2
AC Input Voltage Range
2
Power Cord
2
Modifications
2
Repairs
2
Table of Contents
3
Features
4
Introduction
5
Applications
5
DAC2 Vs. DAC1
5
DAC2 Technologies
5
Front Panel
9
Rear Panel
9
Quick Start Guide
10
Audio Inputs
10
Remote Control
10
Front Panel Controls
11
Front Panel Displays
12
Headphone Jacks
15
Operational Details
16
DIM and MUTE Functions
16
AUTO-ON Function
16
Bi-Directional 12V Trigger
17
CALIBRATED Mode
19
Preamp COMPATIBILITY Mode
20
USB MODE Selection
20
Driving Power Amplifiers
21
HPA2™ Headphone Amplifier
21
Digital Pass-Through
22
Firmware Version Identification
23
Rear Panel
24
Inputs
24
Outputs
27
AC Power-Entry and Fuse Module
28
Internal Settings
29
Jumper-Configured Options
29
Removing Top Cover
29
XLR Output Pads
29
Headphone Switch Configuration
30
Headphone Amplifier Gain
31
Digital PASS-THROUGH Function
32
Calibration Settings
33
Rack Mounting Options
35
Rack-Mount Version of the DAC2 DX
35
Connector Block
35
Premium ½-Wide Blank Rack Panel
36
Black ½-Wide Rack Panel
36
Universal Rack Adapter Tray
36
Rack Mounting Example
37
DAC1 and DAC2 Family History
38
DAC1 Series
38
DAC2 Series
38
Benchmark Technologies
40
Hybrid Gain Control
40
Native DSD Conversion
40
High-Headroom DSP
40
32-Bit ESS SABRE D/A System
42
Diagnostic Displays
42
Bi-Directional 12 Volt Trigger
42
Distributed Power Regulation
42
HPA2™ Headphone Amplifier
42
Differential Amplifiers
43
Jitter-Immune Ultralock2
43
Multi-Mode Asynchronous USB Audio
46
USB Driver Installation
48
Performance Graphs
53
Specifications
69
Audio Performance
69
Group Delay (Latency)
70
Digital Audio Inputs
70
Jitter Tolerance
71
Balanced Analog Outputs
72
Unbalanced Analog Outputs
72
HPA2 TM Headphone Outputs
73
Status Display
73
AC Power Requirements
74
Dimensions
74
Weight
74
Regulatory Compliance
75
FCC and Rohs Compliance Statements
75
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
75
Rohs Compliance Information
75
CE Certificate of Conformity
76
Warranty Information
77
Benchmark 1-Year Warranty
77
Benchmark Extended Warranty Options
78
Notes on Warranty Repairs
78
Advertisement
Related Products
Benchmark DAC1 HDR
Benchmark DAC1 PRE
Benchmark DAC1 USB
Benchmark DAC3 B
Benchmark DAC3 DX
Benchmark DAC2 HGC
Benchmark DAC2 L
Benchmark DAC3 HGC
Benchmark DAC3 L
Benchmark DAC2 D
Benchmark Categories
Boiler
Amplifier
Media Converter
Laboratory Equipment
Portable Generator
More Benchmark Manuals
Login
Sign In
OR
Sign in with Facebook
Sign in with Google
Upload manual
Upload from disk
Upload from URL