321 Studios D33 User Manual
D33
H A N D B O O K Digital to Analogue Converter
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ULTRA H IGH P RECIS ION DI GITAL T O ANA LOGUE CONVE RTER D 33
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safety
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualied service personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
e lightning ash with an arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the product’s enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
e exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION: In Canada and the USA, to prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to the wide
slot in the socket and insert the plug fully into the socket.
Class II product
is equipment is a Class II or double
insulated electrical appliance. It has been
designed in such a way that it does not
require a safety connection to electrical
earth (‘ground’ in the U.S.).
Important safety instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning.
e case should normally only require a wipe with a so,
lint-free cloth. Do not use chemical solvents for cleaning.
We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or
polishes as they can cause permanent white marks.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. e wide blade or the third prong
is provided for your safety. When the provided plug
does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Only use the attachments/accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specied
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
15. Object or liquid entry
WARNING – Take care that objects do not fall and
liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any
openings. e equipment shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing. Liquid-lled objects such as vases
should not be placed on the equipment.
16. Service Instructions
CAUTION – ese servicing instructions are for use by
qualied service personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the operating instructions unless you
are qualied to do so.
17. Climate
e equipment has been designed for use in moderate
climates and in domestic situations. Unplug this
equipment during lightning storms to prevent possible
damage from a strike or mains surge.
18. Power sources
Only connect the equipment to a power supply of
the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the equipment.
e primary method of isolating the equipment from
the mains supply is to remove the mains plug. e
equipment must be installed in a manner that makes
disconnection possible.
19. Power-cord protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them. Pay particular attention to the point
where they exit from the equipment.
20. Power lines
Locate any outdoor antenna/aerial away from power
lines.
21. Non-use periods
If the equipment is not being used for an extended
period, we recommend that you unplug the power cord
of the equipment from the outlet, to save power.
22. Abnormal smell
If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the
equipment, turn the power o immediately and unplug
the equipment from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer
and do not reconnect the equipment.
CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit
in a conned space, such as a bookcase or similar
enclosure.
• More than 50mm (2 in.) is recommended.
• Do not place any other equipment on this unit.
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FCC INFORMATION FOR US CUSTOMERS
1. PRODUCT
is product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) is device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
2. IMPORTANT NOTICE:
DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
is product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modication not expressly approved
by ARCAM may void your authority, granted by the
FCC, to use the product.
3. NOTE
is product has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, persuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. ese limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
is product generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this product does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the product
OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit
dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the local retailer authorized
to distribute this type of product or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
FOR EUROPEAN CUSTOMERS
• Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sucient
heat dispersion when installed in a rack.
• Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug
when unplugging the cord.
• Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and
dust.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the
unit for long periods of time.
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner
come in contact with the unit.
• Never disassemble or modify the unit in any
way.
• Ventilation should not be impeded by covering
the ventilation openings with items, such as
newspapers, tablecloths or curtains.
• Naked ame sources such as lighted candles
should not be placed on the unit.
• Observe and follow local regulations regarding
battery disposal.
• Do not expose the unit to dripping or
splashing uids.
• Do not place objects lled with liquids, such as
vases, on the unit.
• Do not handle the mains cord with wet hands.
• When the switch is in the OFF position, the
equipment is not completely switched o from
MAINS.
• e equipment shall be installed near the
power supply so that the power supply is easily
accessible.
A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING:
is product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance
with the local recycling regulations.When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations
concerning battery disposal.
is product and the supplied accessories, excluding the batteries, constitute the applicable product according to
the WEEE directive.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
ese markings indicate that this product should not be
disposed with other household waste throughout the EU.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal and to conserve
material resources, this product should be recycled
responsibly.
To dispose of your product, please use your local return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased.
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welcome
ank you and congratulations for purchasing your Arcam FMJ D33 Digital-to-Analogue
Converter (DAC).
Arcam has been producing specialist hi- and home cinema products of remarkable quality for
over three decades and the D33 is the latest in a long line of award winning hi- equipment. Arcam
pioneered the design of audiophile Digital to Analogue converters. e D33 DAC unites all of our
experience in digital and analogue audio design with state-of-the-art conversion and processing
technologies to produce the ultimate reference converter. e latest digital audio chipsets are
employed for awless digital connection to consumer and professional digital sources, computers
and Apple® devices.
is handbook has been designed to give you all the information you need to install, connect and
use the Arcam D33 DAC. e CR107 remote control handset supplied with this equipment is also
described. Use the contents list shown on this page to guide you to the section of interest.
We hope that your FMJ DAC will give you years of trouble-free operation. In the unlikely event
of any fault, or if you simply require further information about Arcam products, our network of
dealers will be happy to help you. Further information can also be found on the Arcam website at
www.arcam.co.uk.
e FMJ development team
Contents
safety ...........................................................E-2
Important safety instructions........................... E-2
welcome ......................................................E-4
Placing the unit .....................................................E-5
installation .................................................E-5
Power .........................................................................E-5
Interconnect cables.............................................. E-5
The remote control and trigger inputs .........E-5
Connecting to an amplier ............................... E-5
Connecting sources .............................................E-7
operation ....................................................E-8
remote control ...........................................E-9
IR commands .......................................... E-10
legal information ................................... E-10
troubleshooting .....................................E-11
specications .......................................... E-12
product guarantee ................................E-13
Arcam FMJ D33 DAC carton contents
Please check that all accessories for your D33 DAC are present. e packaging carton contents are as follows:
< FMJ D33 DAC
< IEC power cable with correct local power plug
< CR107 remote control
< 2 x AAA batteries for remote control
< Owner's handbook
< Product registration card
< USB Driver CD
Please retain all packaging for use when transporting the D33 DAC in future.
Please note that interconnect cables are not included. Please contact your dealer for assistance with selecting the best
interconnect cables for your system.
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