Cambridge Audio CAMBDACMAGI100BL, CAMBDACMAGI100SL User manual

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DacMagic 100

Your music + our passion

Digital to Analogue Converter

User’s Manual

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Contents

Introduction .......................................................................... 3

Important safety instructions .............................................. 4

Limited warranty .................................................................. 7

Rear panel connections ....................................................... 8

Front panel controls ........................................................... 10

Audio output connections .................................................. 11

Digital audio input connections ........................................ 12

PC-USB connections .......................................................... 13

Auto Power Down (APD) ..................................................... 16

Troubleshooting ................................................................. 17

Technical specifications .................................................... 18

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Cambridge Audio DacMagic 100 Digital to Analogue Converter. We are confident that you will enjoy many years of listening pleasure from it. Like all Cambridge Audio products, the DacMagic 100 adheres to our three core principles – stunning performance, ease of use and incredible value.

Three digital inputs are fitted (2x S/P DIF and 1x TOSLINK) which allow a wide range of digital sources to be connected. In addition, a USB input enables the DacMagic 100 to be connected to a PC and act as a very high quality external DAC/Soundcard, offering genuine HiFi-quality playback from a laptop, desktop, media PC, etc.

Up to 24-bit content is supported via both the USB Audio and Digital Inputs. A latest generation Wolfson WM8742 24-bit Digital to Analogue converter is featured.

The USB input features asynchronous transfer for extremely low jitter.

With Windows PCs the DacMagic 100 can operate driverlessly (i.e. use Windows own built-in driver) at up to 24-bit/96kHz resolution.

In addition our own Windows driver (downloadable from www.cambridge-audio.com/DacMagic100-Support) allows up to 24-bit/192kHz operation and supports both kernel streaming and ASIO.

Mac PCs already support up to 24-bit/192kHz USB transfer natively.

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Your DacMagic 100 can only be as good as the system it is connected to. Please do not compromise on your amplifier, speakers or cabling. Naturally, we particularly recommend amplification from the Cambridge Audio range. Your dealer can also supply excellent quality Cambridge Audio interconnects to ensure your system realises its full potential.

Thank you for taking the time to read this manual; we recommend you keep it for future reference

Matthew Bramble Cambridge Audio Technical Director and the DacMagic 100 design team

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Important safety instructions

For your own safety please read the following important safety instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to the mains power supply. They will also enable you to get the best performance from and prolong the life of the unit:

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.

7. Do not block any 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 amplifiers) 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 groundingtype plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit 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 attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the powersupply adaptor having been 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.

WARNING

– To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain

or moisture.

The unit must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection of the mains adaptor from the mains socket outlet (or appliance connector from the rear of the unit) possible. Where the mains adaptor is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. Only use the mains adaptor supplied with this unit.

Please ensure there is ample ventilation (at least 10cm clearance all round). Do not put any objects on top of this unit. Do not situate it on a rug or other soft surface and do not obstruct any air inlets or outlet grilles.

This unit must not be used near water or exposed to dripping or splashing water or other liquids. No objects filled with liquid, shall be placed on the unit.

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the service literature relevant to this appliance.

WEEE symbol

The crossed-out wheeled bin is the European Union symbol for indicating separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment. This product contains electrical and electronic equipment which should be reused, recycled or recovered and

should not be disposed of with unsorted regular waste. Please return the unit or contact the authorised dealer from whom you purchased this product for more information.

CE mark

This product complies with European Low Voltage (2006/95/

EC), Electromagnetic Compatibility (2004/108/EC) and Environmentally-friendly design of Energy-related Products (2009/125/EC) Directives when used and installed according to this instruction manual. For continued compliance only Cambridge Audio accessories should be used with this product and servicing must be referred to qualified service personnel.

C-Tick mark

This product meets the Australian Communications Authority’s

Radio communications and EMC requirements.

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Gost-R mark

This product meets Russian electronic safety approvals.

FCC regulations

NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 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 equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference;

2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Important safety instructions cont.

Ventilation

IMPORTANT – The unit will become warm when in use. Do not stack multiple units on top of each other. Do not place in an enclosed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet without sufficient ventilation.

Ensure that small objects do not fall through any ventilation grille. If this happens, switch off immediately, disconnect from the mains supply and contact your dealer for advice.

Positioning

Choose the installation location carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the unit. Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust, cold or moisture. The unit can be used in a moderate climate.

This unit must be installed on a sturdy, level surface. Do not place in a sealed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet. Do not place the unit on an unstable surface or shelf. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the product. Do not place other equipment on top of the unit.

Due to stray magnetic fields, turntables or CRT TVs should not be located nearby due to possible interference.

Electronic audio components have a running in period of around a week (if used several hours per day). This will allow the new components to settle down and the sonic properties will improve over this time.

Power sources

The unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power-supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

To turn the unit off, switch off at the front panel. If you do not intend to use this unit for a long period of time, unplug it from the mains socket.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard.

Be sure to insert each power cord securely. To prevent hum and noise, do not bundle the interconnect leads with the power cord or speaker leads.

Cleaning

To clean the unit, wipe its case with a dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use any cleaning fluids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. Do not spray an aerosol at or near the unit.

Servicing

These units are not user serviceable. Never attempt to repair, disassemble or reconstruct the unit if there seems to be a problem. A serious electric shock could result if this precautionary measure is ignored. In the event of a problem or failure, please contact your dealer.

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