CYP DCT-16 Operation Manual
DCT-16
USB HD Audio Converter
Operation Manual
Operation Manual
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Version 1.1 August 2011
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or
operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this
equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of re,
electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any
openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts
inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU
if it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any
weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or
openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for
sufcient space for air to circulate around the unit.
REVISION HISTORY
VERSION NO. DATE DD/MM/YY SUMMARY OF CHANGE
VR0 31/01/11 Preliminary Release
VS1 21/03/13 Updated format/diagrams
CONTENTS
1. Introduction ............................................ 1
2. Applications ........................................... 1
3. Package Contents ................................ 1
4. System Requirement ............................. 1
5. Features .................................................. 2
6. Operation Controls and Functions ....... 3
6.1 Top Panel ..........................................3
6.2 Left Panel ..........................................3
6.3 Right Panel ........................................ 4
6.4 Front Panel ........................................4
7. Software Installation .............................. 5
7.1 Install Driver .......................................5
7.2 Select Sample Rates ...................... 11
7.3 Uninstall Driver .................................13
7.4 Install Foobar2000 ..........................14
8. Connection Diagram .......................... 19
9. Specications ...................................... 20
10. Acronyms ........................................... 21
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1. INTRODUCTION
The USB HD Audio Converter supports the transmission of high
denition audio from a PC or laptop over a High Speed USB 2.0 cable.
It will output digital audio via its Optical connection while convert the
digital input signal into Analog Stereo via its RCA connection.
The professional DAC also allows users to directly connect their
headphones via its Headphone output to enjoy high denition audio.
All audio signals are outputted simultaneously, allowing for greater
exibility in integrating computer audio signals into an AV installation.
2. APPLICATIONS
Improve the audio quality for:
• PC game entertainment
• Professional audio environment
• Showroom environment
3. PACKAGE CONTENTS
• USB HD Audio Converter
• 3.5mm Stereo to 6.3mm Headphone Jack Adaptor
• USB Type-A to Mini-B Cable
• Installation CD
• Operation Manual
4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENT
Source equipment such as PCs or laptops with USB Mini-B port and
output devices such as AV Receiver or headphones.
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5. FEATURES
• Supports sampling rates of 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz
• Supports bitrates of 16-bit or 24-bit
• Supports Windows and Mac OS
• Compact and elegant design
• Powered by the USB port of the unit
• Supports simultaneous audio output of Headphone, analog Stereo
(L/R) and digital Optical
• ASIO driver support (with the supplied CD)
• USB asynchronous mode
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6. OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
6.1 Top Panel
Power
Streaming
44.1K 48K 88.2K 96K 176.4K 192K
USB HD Audio
1 2
1
Power/Streaming LED: The LED will illuminate when the power is
connected, ash when the audio signal is transmitting.
2
44.1K/48K/88.2K/96K/176.4K/192K LED: The LED will illuminate when
a PC or laptop is connected. The unit will automatically detect the
current audio sampling rate.
6.2 Left Panel
Mini USB 5V
1
1
Mini USB 5V: Connect to the computer's USB port capable of
sending audio up to 192 kHz and a high bit rate of 24-bit to the
system with both digital and analog outputs by using the supplied
USB Type-A to Mini-B cable.
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6.3 Right Panel
HeadphoneL R
Line Out
1 2
1
Headphone: Connect to the headphones with the supplied 3.5mm
stereo to 6.3mm headphone jack adaptor to get the audio from
your computer.
2
L/R Line Out: Connect to the Stereo Audio input of an AV Receiver
or active speakers.
6.4 Front Panel
Optical Out
1
1
Optical Out: Connect to the Optical input of an AV Receiver or
active speakers.
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