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dCS Scarlatti Upsampler
Digital to Digital Converter
User Manual
Software Release 1.1x
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Contents
Using the dCS Scarlatti Upsampler for the first time .............................................................................. 4
What’s in the box? 4
Positioning the unit 4
Safety Notice 5
Patent Pending 5
Step-by-Step Guide ............................................................................................................................... 6
Preliminaries 6
STEP 1 - Connecting an Input 7
STEP 2 – Setting up the USB source 8
A word about Music Playing Software 8
Selecting the Scarlatti Upsampler as your Audio Output device 8
STEP 3 – Connecting an Output 9
Single wire PCM 9
SDIF-2 PCM interface 9
Dual AES 10
1394 interface 11
STEP 4 - Setting the Sync Source 12
Using the USB input in Master Mode 12
Using a Master Clock 12
A Typical 4-box Scarlatti System 13
Using the Scarlatti Upsampler and DAC 14
Front Panel ........................................................................................................................................... 15
POWER Button 15
DISPLAY Button 15
INPUT Button 15
Display 16
OUTPUT Button 16
MENU Button 16
Remote Control Receiver 16
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................................ 17
Digital Inputs 17
Digital Outputs 17
Word Clock Input / Output 18
SUC Connector 18
Mains inlet 18
The Menu .............................................................................................................................................. 19
Using the Menu 20
INFORMATION Menu 21
UPSAMPLER SETTINGS Menu 22
DISPLAY SETTINGS Menu 24
Specification ........................................................................................................................................ 25
Maintenance and Support ................................................................................................................... 26
Service and Maintenance 26
Replacing a Blown Mains Fuse 26
Cleaning the case 26
Limited Warranty 27
If you need more help 28
Software History 28
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USING THE dCS Scarlatti Upsampler FOR THE FIRST TIME
Congratulations on purchasing your dCS Scarlatti Upsampler.
Before using your unit, please read this section and the Step by Step Guide. This will enable you to
set the unit up quickly and safely with your hi-fi system.
From time to time, dCS will release updated software on CD that you can install yourself using the CD
Update feature. Please check our web-site occasionally to see if new Scarlatti software is available, or
consult your dealer.
What’s in the box?
Check that the box contains the following items:
• dCS Scarlatti Upsampler
• Manual and Menu / Setup Guide
• Power cable
• IEEE1394 cable
• USB cable
• BNC cable
• Spare fuses
Notify your dealer as soon as possible if anything is missing or damaged. We suggest that you retain
the original packaging for possible future use. If this is not possible, replacement packaging can be
ordered from dCS or our distributors. Details can be found on our web site at www.dcsltd.co.uk
The Scarlatti Transport
Scarlatti Transport in your system, a programmed Nevo S70 can be ordered direct from dCS as an
optional extra.
is supplied with a programmed Nevo S70 remote control. If you do not have a
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Positioning the unit
Units in the Scarlatti range are designed to be mounted on separate shelves of a rack and must NOT
be stacked directly on top of each other. Place each unit on a firm, vibration free base, allowing
convenient connection to the other parts of your system. To prevent overheating, we recommend that
you leave some free space around the unit to allow for ventilation.
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Safety Notice
Your dCS Scarlatti Upsampler contains no user serviceable parts. DO NOT attempt to
open the case as there are potentially dangerous voltages present inside. In the event of
the unit developing a fault, please contact your dealer in the first instance.
To maintain protection from electric shock, the unit MUST be connected to mains earth
(ground) via the power cable. Also, unearthed systems do not give the best sonic
performance.
This product is lead-free and complies with the RoHS directive.
Before connecting the power cable to the unit for the first time, please check that it has been set to the
correct operating voltage for your mains supply. The unit’s voltage setting is shown on the serial
number label. If this does not match your local supply voltage, DO NOT attempt to use the unit.
Contact your dealer to have the unit reset. Using the unit with the wrong mains setting for your local
supply may result in serious damage to the unit and will invalidate the warranty. Do not attempt to
reset the voltage yourself.
We do not recommend the use of mains regenerators. However, if you do wish to use a mains
regenerator with variable voltage and frequency, we recommend that you set the voltage to match
your local voltage and the frequency to either 50Hz or 60Hz ONLY.
Damage caused to your Scarlatti Upsampler by misuse of a mains regenerator or by a
!
malfunctioning mains regenerator is not covered by the warranty.
Disposal at end-of-life - the symbol indicates that this product should not be treated as
normal household waste. It should be recycled, so please take it to an approved
collection facility.
Patent Pending
This product contains novel features that are the subject of patent application GB0817141.5.
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STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
This section guides you through setting up the unit for basic operation.
Preliminaries
The Menu / Setup Guide sheet details the menu structure, and two basic set-ups excluding the
Upsampler.
For digital interfaces, use with cables designed for digital audio:
• for AES/EBU interfaces use 110Ω screened, twisted pair cables fitted with one male XLR
connector and one female XLR connector.
• for SDIF, Word Clock or SPDIF BNC interfaces, use 75Ω coax cables fitted with BNC plugs.
• for SPDIF RCA interfaces, use 75Ω coax cables fitted with RCA Phono plugs.
• for TOSLINK optical interfaces, use Toslink fibre-optic cables.
• for IEEE 1394 interfaces, use the IEEE 1394 cable provided with the unit.
• for the USB interface, use a screened USB type B cable.
Connect the power cable supplied to the power inlet on the Upsampler rear panel, plug the other end
into a convenient power outlet.
Please do not use an excessively heavy or inflexible power cable as this may damage
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Press the Power button and wait about 30 seconds while the Upsampler configures itself. The display
will show in sequence: dCS, Scarlatti Upsampler, then the settings screen.
If the unit is likely to be set in an unfamiliar state, you can reset it as follows:
Press the Menu button, press the → button once, then the Menu button again to display the
Upsampler Settings menu. Press the ← button a few times to highlight the Factory Reset menu page.
Press the Menu button and wait a few seconds while the unit resets itself. The display shows:
the power inlet connector.
N o Input>24/96
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STEP 1 - Connecting an Input
Use suitable cables to connect your source equipment to the matching digital input connectors on the
back panel of the Scarlatti Upsampler. The digital inputs are labelled in green print. The unit will
accept up to 24-bit data at 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s. You can connect any interfaces you need or
all 6 if you wish.
Use the INPUT button on the front panel to select the input you require, the choices are:
AES RCA1 RCA2 BNC TosLink USB
The icon for the selected input will appear at the top left corner of the screen. If the source is
generating recognisable PCM, the Upsampler will lock, displaying Sync and the input / output sample
rates. For example, when connected to an AES source generating 16/44.1 data:
16/44.1>24/96
Sync
Go to STEP 2.
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STEP 2 – Setting up the USB source
The USB interface can be connected to a WindowsTM Vista/7 or XP (SP3 or later) PC, MacTM OSX
(10.5.4 or later) systems or a sound server, running software to generate PCM data.
If you do not want to use a USB source, go to STEP 3.
A word about Music Playing Software
There are countless programs that can play music on Windows
Unfortunately, not all of them present the data completely unprocessed to the USB ports. For
example, Windows Media Player re-samples all data to 24 bits, albeit at the original sample rate,
whilst iTunes rate converts data as necessary to the output sample rate set in the OSX Audio set-up
panel.
With such a proliferation of playing software, and with updates being issued daily, it is impossible for
dCS to be fully up-to-date with the behaviour and performance of all programs. If you have questions
or problems, we would urge you to take them up with your software vendor. What we will say is that
different programs operate very differently and it is well worth finding out exactly how your particular
program processes the audio.
TM
PC and Apple MacTM OSX systems.
One particular problem that has been identified and is worthy of note, concerns the popular iTunes
program when running on Windows systems. The default output word length is 16 bits and must be
changed to 24 bits for correct operation. To do this, click on Start > Control Panel > Quicktime.
Click on the Audio tab of the Quicktime panel and select 24 bit in the Size field of the Sound Out
section.
Selecting the Scarlatti Upsampler as your Audio Output device
Whichever program you are using to play your music, your computer may not automatically select
your Scarlatti Upsampler as the preferred playback device. You can correct this as follows :
Windows XP - Once you have connected the Scarlatti Upsampler and switched it on, go to Start >
Control Panel > Sounds and Audio devices. Click on the Audio tab and select dCS Scarlatti from
the drop down list in the Sound Playback Default device list.
Windows 7 / Vista - Once you have connected the Scarlatti Upsampler and switched it on, go to Start
> Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound and click on the Playback tab of the panel that
appears. dCS Scarlatti will appear in the list of available devices. For best results, set the Sample
Rate to be the same as that of the file.
TM
OSX - Once you have connected the Scarlatti Upsampler and switched it on, open Finder,
Mac
click on the Go tab and select Utilities. In the Utilities panel, select Audio MIDI Setup and click on
the Audio Devices in the Audio MIDI setup panel. Select dCS Scarlatti from the drop down list in the
System Output. You can also set dCS Scarlatti as the default output from the same panel. For best
results, set the Sample Rate to be the same as that of the file.
For more detailed advice, please visit www.dcsltd.co.uk/page/support
to Computer Audio”.
Go to STEP 3.
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STEP 3 – Connecting an Output
Choose which output interface you want to use and connect it up as described below. You can
connect as many outputs as you wish.
If the output format is not compatible with a particular interface, that interface will not be
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Single wire PCM
Connect one or more of the PCM outputs (AES1, AES2, RCA1, RCA2) to matching inputs on your
DAC. Use the OUTPUT button on the front panel to set the output sample rate to 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or
96kS/s. Use the DAC’s INPUT button to select that input.
active (for example, the AES1 output cannot carry DSD).
The Upsampler will not output sample rates that are lower than the input sample rate.
Go to STEP 4.
From source equipment
RCA1
AES
DIGITAL INPUTS
ANALOGUE OUTPUTS
LEFT RIGHT
TOSLINK
BNC
RCA2
LEFT
RIGHT
LLRR
Balanced - or - Unbalanced
Analogue Outputs
To pre- or power amplifier inputs
Figure 1 – Connecting the single-wire outputs
SDIF
CH1
IN
W/CLOCK
DIGITAL INPUTS
AES 1 AES 2
CH2
OUT
AES 1 AES 2
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
RCA 1
TOSLINK
SPDIF
RCA 2
From USB source
RCA1
RCA2
1394
Connect one or
more outputs
DSD/SDIF
CH 1 CH 2
BNC
IN
WCLK
Sca rla tti Upsam p le r
50/60 Hz, 30W
USB
~
SUC
FUSE
T 500mA L
Sca rla tti DAC
1394
OUT
SUC
50/60 Hz, 50W
~
FUSE
T 500mA L
SDIF-2 PCM interface
Connect the SDIF CH1 & CH2 outputs to the matching inputs on your DAC. If the DAC and the
Upsampler are not locked to a master clock, also connect the Upsampler’s W/Clock Output to the
DAC’s Word Clock Input. Use the OUTPUT button on the front panel to set the output sample rate to
32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s. Use the DAC’s INPUT button to select the SDIF-2 input.
Go to STEP 4.
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Dual AES
Connect the AES1 and AES2 outputs to matching inputs on your DAC. Use the OUTPUT button on
the front panel to set the output sample rate to 88.2, 96, 176.4 or 192kS/s. If you choose 88.2 or
96kS/s, open the menu, scroll to the Upsampler Settings page and make sure Dual AES is set. If it is
not, scroll to Single AES and press the MENU button to change it to Dual AES. Use the DAC’s INPUT
button to select the Dual AES input. You may need to open the DAC’s menu and set it to accept Dual
AES.
All dCS DACs are capable of Dual AES operation, but some other manufacturer’s DACs
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may have 2 single AES inputs that are not Dual AES capable. Please check the DAC
manual to be sure.
From source equipment
From USB source
Sca rla tti Upsam p le r
Go to STEP 4.
RCA1
AES
DIGITAL INPUTS
ANALOGUE OUTPUTS
LEFT RIGHT
TOSLINK
BNC
RCA2
LEFT
RIGHT
LLRR
Balanced - or - Unbalanced
Analogue Outputs
To pre- or power amplifier inputs
Figure 2 – Connecting the Dual AES output
SDIF
CH1
IN
W/CLOCK
DIGITAL INPUTS
AES 1 AES 2
CH2
OUT
AES 1 AES 2
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
Dual
AES
RCA 1
TOSLINK
SPDIF
RCA 2
RCA1
RCA2
1394
DSD/SDIF
CH 1 CH 2
BNC
IN
WCLK
50/60 Hz, 30W
USB
~
SUC
FUSE
T 500mA L
Sca rla tti DAC
1394
OUT
SUC
50/60 Hz, 50W
~
FUSE
T 500mA L
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1394 interface
Connect the Upsampler’s 1394 output to the 1394 interface on a dCS DAC. Use the OUTPUT button
on the front panel to set the output format to DSD. If the DAC and the Upsampler are not locked to a
master clock, also connect the Upsampler’s W/Clock Output to the DAC’s Word Clock Input. Use the
DAC’s INPUT button to select the 1394 input. If necessary, set the DAC to sync to its Word Clock
Input. The DAC will lock and display SUP.
The Upsampler’s 1394 interface is unlikely to work with other manufacturer’s 1394
!
interfaces due to proprietary encryption.
You can connect 1394 cables in a “tree”, but do not connect them in a loop as this
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prevents the system initialising.
Go to STEP 4.
From source equipment
RCA1
AES
DIGITAL INPUTS
ANALOGUE OUTPUTS
LEFT RIGHT
TOSLINK
BNC
RCA2
LEFT
RIGHT
LLRR
Balanced - or - Unbalanced
Analogue Outputs
To pre- or power amplifier inputs
Figure 3 – Connecting the 1394 interface
SDIF
CH1
IN
W/CLOCK
DIGITAL INPUTS
AES 1 AES 2
CH2
OUT
Wor d
Clock
AES 1 AES 2
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
RCA 1
TOSLINK
SPDIF
RCA 2
From USB source
RCA1
RCA2
1394
DSD/SDIF
CH 1 CH 2
BNC
IN
WCLK
OUT
1394
Sca rla tti Upsam p le r
50/60 Hz, 30W
USB
~
SUC
FUSE
T 500mA L
Sca rla tti DAC
1394
SUC
50/60 Hz, 50W
~
FUSE
T 500mA L
Start the source playing and set the DAC’s Volume control to a comfortable level.
You should have audio at this point.
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STEP 4 - Setting the Sync Source
The system has been set up to lock to the clock generated by the source, (unless you are using the
USB input) and the Sync icon should be displayed. To check this, press the Menu button, press the
→ button once, then the Menu button again to display the Upsampler Settings menu. If the Upsampler
was reset at the start of this procedure, you should see the Sync Source – Audio icon:
This is the simplest arrangement, but it does not give the best sonic performance due to clock jitter.
You can improve the performance by adding a Master Clock to your system.
Using the USB input in Master Mode
Jitter from computer sources is typically very severe and can degrade the audio quality. To avoid this,
the Upsampler’s USB interface runs in Asynchonous mode. The Upsampler does not lock to the
source clock, but uses the Upsampler’s internal clock instead - this is called Master Mode - and
adjusts the source to the same clock frequency. To use the this mode:
• Connect the Upsampler’s USB interface to a suitable source.
• Use the Upsampler’s INPUT button to select the USB interface.
• Press the Menu button, press the → button once, press the Menu button to display the Upsampler
Settings menu, press the → button to select the Sync Source page and then press the Menu
button as necessary to change the setting to Master:
• Set the Upsampler’s OUTPUT rate as you wish, connect the appropriate outputs to the DAC and
use the DAC’s INPUT button to select that input.
The Upsampler will draw data from the source, but it is not locked to the source, so Sync is NOT
displayed. You can improve the performance by adding a Master Clock to your system.
Using a Master Clock
If you have a Scarlatti Clock (or other dedicated Clock) in your system, lock the source, the Upsampler
and the DAC to the Clock for the best performance. To do this:
• Connect the Clock’s Word Clock Outputs to the Word Clock Inputs on the source, Upsampler
and DAC.
• Set the Clock Frequency to suit the source and DAC. For a CD Transport as source with the
Upsampler set to output 24/176.4 or DSD, the correct frequency is 44.1kHz. For a 24/48 source
with the Upsampler set to 24/192, the correct frequency is 48kHz.
• Select the required input on the Upsampler and DAC. This is important because these units store a
different Sync Source setting for each input.
• To set the Upsampler to lock to the Clock, press the Menu button, press the → button once, press
the Menu button to display the Upsampler Settings menu, press the → button to select the Sync
Source page and then press the Menu button as necessary to change the setting to WClk:
• The Scarlatti Upsampler will display Sync, provided the clock is recognised. If there is no signal at
the Word Clock In connector or it is not recognisable, the Upsampler will sync to audio and display
this icon to warn you:
• The Scarlatti Transport will automatically lock to the Clock and display Sync.
• Set the Scarlatti DAC to sync to Word Clock by pressing the SYNC button as necessary.
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A Typical 4-box Scarlatti System
Scarlatti Transport
SDIF
DIGITAL
OUTPUTS
AES 1 RCA BNC TOSLINK
AES 2
CH1 CH2 SUC
IN ---- WORDCLOCK --- OUT
1394
XLR
WORDCLOCK OUTPUTS
12345678
BNC
BNC
SDIF
CH1
IN
W/CLOCK
DIGITAL INPUTS
AES 1 AES 2
AES
DIGITAL INPUTS
ANALOGUE OUTPUTS
LEFT RIGHT
RCA1
RCA2
TOSLINK
LEFT
RIGHT
LLRR
Balanced - or - Unbalanced
Analogue Outputs
To pre- or power amplifier inputs
BNC
CH2
OUT
AES 1 AES 2
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
2x
XLR
RCA 1
TOSLINK
SPDIF
RCA 2
REF. IN
BNC
RCA1
BNC
DSD/SDIF
CH 1 CH 2
BNC
IN
WCLK
RCA2
1394
1394
1394
OUT
1394
~
SUC
~
USB
SUC
USB
1394
~
SUC
Windows
Vista / XP
or Mac OSX
Sca rla tti C lo c k
50/60 Hz, 30W
FUSE
T 500mA L
Sca rla tti Upsam p le r
50/60 Hz, 30W
FUSE
T 500mA L
Sca rla tti DAC
50/60 Hz, 50W
FUSE
T 500mA L
Figure 4 – An example of a full Scarlatti system plus a laptop
• The system is synchronised by a Clock running at 44.1kHz
• The Upsampler takes data from the Transport or the laptop, it will probably be set to upsample to
24/176.4 or DSD.
• The DAC takes DSD data from the Transport via 1394, or PCM data from the Transport / laptop
through the Upsampler via 1394 (DSD) or Dual AES (24/176.4).
• Remember to select the DAC input first before using the Sync button to select WClk.
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Using the Scarlatti Upsampler and DAC
If your system consists of a Scarlatti Upsampler and DAC but you do not have a Clock, you can use the
DAC as the Master Clock as described below.
Windows
7 / Vista / XP
or Mac OSX
USB
Sc ar la tti U p s ampler
AES
DIGITAL INPUTS
RCA1
RCA2
TOSLINK
SDIF
W/CLOCK
CH2
OUT
AES 1 AES 2
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
2x
XLR
RCA1
RCA2
1394
1394
USB
SUC
CH1
BNC
IN
50/60 Hz, 30W
~
FUSE
T 500mA L
Sca rla tti DAC
ANALOGUE OUTPUTS
LEFT RIGHT
LLRR
LEFT
RIGHT
DIGITAL INPUTS
AES 1 AES 2
BNC
RCA 1
SPDIF
RCA 2
CH 1 CH 2
TOSLINK
BNC
IN
DSD/SDIF
WCLK
OUT
1394
SUC
Balanced - or - Unbalanced
Analogue Outputs
To pre- or power amplifier inputs
Figure 5 – Using a Scarlatti Upsampler and DAC with a laptop
• The system is synchronised by the DAC running in Master Mode at 44.1kHz. Remember to select
the DAC input first before using the DAC’s Sync button to select Master. The DAC will not
operate in Master mode when receiving 48, 96 or 192kS/s data.
• The Upsampler takes data from the laptop, it will probably be set to upsample to 24/176.4 or
DSD. Set the Upsampler Settings / Sync Source menu page to WClk.
• The DAC takes data from the Upsampler via 1394 (DSD) or Dual AES (24/176.4), it is your
choice.
50/60 Hz, 50W
~
FUSE
T 500mA L
For further improvement, add a Scarlatti Clock to the system.
The next step is crucial – sit back and enjoy the music.
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FRONT PANEL
INPUT
DISPLAYPOWER
Scarlatti
OUTPUT MENU
dCS
A B C D E F G
Figure 6 – Front panel
POWER Button
To switch on, ensure the rear panel switch is set to I and press the POWER button (A) on the front
panel once. Note that the unit cannot be turned on from the remote control.
To set the unit to sleep mode, press the POWER button once. The main display will turn off, the clock
outputs will mute and the LED over the button will light. Press again to return to normal operation.
To switch off, hold down the POWER button for about 5 seconds until Power Down appears on the
display, then release it.
When the menu is open, press the POWER button to close the menu.
DISPLAY Button
Press the DISPLAY button (B) to turn the main display off and on. When the display is off, the LED
over the button will light to warn you that the unit is running.
When the menu is open, the DISPLAY button changes to the ← button, used to page backwards
through the menu.
INPUT Button
Press the INPUT button (C) to change the selected input, the icon in the top left corner of the display
will change. The source sample rate is automatically detected. The input sequence is:
AES RCA1 RCA2 BNC TosLink USB
When the menu is open, the INPUT button changes to the → button, used to page forwards through
the menu.
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Display
In normal use, an icon representing the selected input appears at the top left corner of the display (D).
To the right of this, the input and output sample rates appear.
16/44.1>24/176.4
Sync
Sync will appear at the bottom left corner if the unit is locked to a source or clock and is not in Master
mode. The Clone icon will also appear if the unit is in clone mode.
Two other display examples are shown below:
24/48>24/192
Sync
BNC
Details of the menu displays are shown in the Menu section on page 19.
OUTPUT Button
Use the OUTPUT button (E) to change the output sample rate, the new rate appears on the right side
of the display. The output sample rate sequence is:
..., 32kS/s, 44.1kS/s, 48kS/s, 88.2kS/s, 96kS/s, 176.4kS/s, 192kS/s, DSD, 32kS/s, ....
The Scarlatti Upsampler does not feature down-sampling combinations.
!
Output sample rates that are lower than the input sample rate cannot be selected.
N o Input>D SD
MENU Button
Press the MENU button (F) to open the menu, select menu pages and change settings. See the Menu
section on page 19 for information on using the menu features.
Remote Control Receiver
Aim the remote control handset towards the receiver (G) for best sensitivity.
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REAR PANEL
M
AES
DIGITAL INPUTS
J K L
RCA1
RCA2
TOSLINK
BNC
CH1
IN
W/CLOC K
N O
SDIF
CH2
OUT
AES 1 AES 2
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
RCA1
RCA2
USB
1394
SUC
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50/60 Hz, 30W
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FUSE
T 500mA L
Figure 7 – Rear panel
Digital Inputs
All the digital inputs will accept up to 24-bit PCM data at 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s.
The standard PCM inputs are AES on a 3-way female XLR connector (J), SPDIF inputs RCA1 and
RCA2 on RCA phono connectors (K), an SPDIF input on a BNC connector (L) and an optical SPDIF
on a TosLink connector (M) .
The USB interface on a ‘B’ type connector (T) will accept music data streamed from a Windows™ PC,
MAC™ or sound server equipped with a USB 2.0 interface.
We have tested this interface with several common formats running on Windows™ 7,
Windows™ Vista, Windows™ XP and MAC™ OSX 10.5 / 10.6 but we cannot accept
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responsibility for correct operation with all source devices, operating systems or
software.
Digital Outputs
All of the outputs consistent with the selected output mode are active at the same time.
All the single-wire PCM digital outputs generate 24-bit PCM data at 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s.
The Scarlatti Upsampler does not have facilities to reduce the word length of PCM data to
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The AES1 and AES2 outputs (Q) can be used individually at up to 96kS/s or as a Dual AES pair at
88.2, 96, 176.4 or 192kS/s. These outputs are disabled in DSD mode.
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2 SPDIF outputs are provided, RCA1 and RCA2, on RCA phono connectors (R). These outputs carry
SPDIF data for output rates up to 96kS/s, even if Dual AES mode is set. They are disabled if the
output is set to 176.4kS/s, 192kS/s or DSD.
less than 24 bits. It will not give good results with older DACs or other equipment that
cannot process 24-bit data. ALL dCS equipment will accept 24-bit PCM data.
For Dual AES operation at 88.2 or 96kS/s, the Dual AES menu page must be set to Dual
AES, otherwise both outputs will carry single AES data.
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The SDIF interface outputs SDIF-2 PCM data for output rates up to 96kS/s, even in Dual AES mode is
set. The interface consists of two data inputs labelled CH1 and CH2 (P). The interface is disabled if
the output is set to 176.4 or 192kS/s or DSD. We recommend connecting the W/Clock Output as part
of the SDIF interface, this is required with dCS equipment.
The IEEE 1394 interface (S) outputs encrypted DSD data. 1394 interfaces are great for carrying lots of
digital data - but are very poor at transmitting a stable clock, so a separate Word Clock connection is
required. The two 1394 ports are identical – they can be used as data outputs or as a pass-through.
Note that the 1394 bus must not be connected in a loop as this will prevent the system initialising.
Word Clock Input / Output
The W/Clock In connector (N) will accept standard word clock from the source equipment or a master
clock at 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kHz. Unlike the DAC, the clock frequency does not need to be an
exact multiple of the input data rate provided the two rates are synchronous. Set the Upsampler
Settings / Sync Source menu page to WClk when locking to an external word clock. Note that the
source (e.g. the CD Transport) MUST be locked to the same clock, otherwise the SYSTEM will not be
locked and periodic clicks will be heard on the outputs.
The W/Clock Out connector (O) carries word clock at the same frequency as the single-wire output
sample rate, or 44.1kHz for DSD. For example, if the output is set to 192kS/s Dual AES, the W/Clock
Out connector carries a clock at half this rate – 96kHz.
Word clock is used for synchronisation only, it does not carry digital data.
SUC Connector
The SUC connector (U) is an RS232 interface, primarily used to remotely control the unit during
automated testing. Please contact dCS for advice on using this interface with a household automation
system. Note that we recommend using infra-red remote control instead.
Mains inlet
Power is connected via a standard IEC320 connector (V), protected by a fuse (W) and isolated by a 2pole power switch (X).
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THE MENU
Figure 8 – The menu sequence
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Using the Menu
The menu gives the user access to a range of additional features. It also allows new features and
performance enhancements to be added at a later date by software upgrades.
The menu is controlled by four buttons.
Press the MENU button to open the menu or select a setting.
Press the → button to page forward through the menu.
Press the ← button pages backward through the menu.
Press the POWER button to close the menu or just wait 5 seconds.
Alternatively, use the remote control to access the menu.
Use the Menu Guide sheet to help you find the right menu.
Each unit in the range has either three or four top-level menu pages:
The INFORMATION menu displays software issues, serial number, contact details and
unit set-up details.
Each model has a different
are not directly accessible from the front panel.
SETTINGS menu, which allows you to set some features that
The DISPLAY SETTINGS menu is used to adjust and test the display.
The SIGNAL GENERATOR menu (on the Transport and DAC only) contains test and
set-up routines.
Use the → button to move the highlight to the menu you want, then press the MENU button to select it.
The next menu level down is displayed. Use the → button to move the highlight to the menu page you
want, then press the MENU button to display the information or change the setting.
Select the exit icon
to go back to the previous menu level.
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INFORMATION Menu
The Version page displays the software versions loaded in the unit and the full serial
number. Please have this information ready if you contact your dealer for any reason.
The Contact page displays dCS web-site URL, email address, telephone and fax
numbers. If you have any difficulty, please contact your dealer for help first
The Upsampler Information page reports the status of the unit:
• Audio Input: AES / RCA1 / RCA2 / BNC / TosLink / USB
• Sync Source: Audio / WClk / Master
• Input Sample rate: ....
• Output Sample rate: ....
• Word clock rate: ....
• Temperature ....°C
Use the ← → buttons to scroll down the list and the MENU button to exit.
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The CD Update feature allows you to load new software into your system from either a
Scarlatti Transport or any STANDARD CD player or transport. Note that some non-Red-
Book CD transports change the digital data and cannot be used to load new software.
Please follow the instructions supplied with the update CD carefully.
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UPSAMPLER SETTINGS Menu
Filter 1
Filter 2
Filter 3
The optional Filters give different trade-offs between impulse response and aliasing.
For most conversions, only Filter 1 is available - a classic sharp filter. The amplitude is
reduced by 0.1dB to match the other filters.
Filter 4
Filter 5
Filter 6
The best filter setting is a personal choice and may be related to the type of music.
The table below shows how many filter choices are available for each combination.
32k
44.1k
48k
88.2k
96k
INPUT RA T E
For conversions with 2 filters
Filter 1 is a classic sharp filter. The 44.1k→44.1k conversion has no filtering, the level is
reduced by 0.1dB.
Filter 2 is a very steep, long asymmetrical (or apodising) filter which starts rolling off at
20kHz (19kHz for the 44.1k→44.1k conversion). This filter has no energy left in the
output to exercise the DAC’s filter, so there is no pre-ringing from the source and the
DAC. This will improve the response of the DAC’s reconstruction filter by removing some
high frequency components that typically cause images in half-band filter DACs.
For conversions with 4 filters
Filter 1 has the sharpest cut-off, and so has the poorest impulse response (transient
performance) but the best alias rejection (removal of out-of-band frequencies).
Filters 2, 3 and 4 have progressively gentler cut-off, with less alias rejection.
For conversions with 5 filters
Filters 1 – 4 are the same as for conversions with 4 filters.
Filter 5 is an asymmetrical (or apodizing) design with non-linear phase and no pre-
ringing.
For the 44.1k→DSD conversion
Filters 1 – 4 are the same as for conversions with 4 filters.
Filter 5 is an asymmetrical (or apodizing) design with non-linear phase and no pre-
ringing.
Filter 6 is a new long filter which has linear phase and pre-ringing.
OUTPUT RATE
32k 44.1k 48k 88.2k 96k 176.4k 192k DSD
11111111
2252526
114141
11114
1111
(currently all of these have a 44.1k input rate):
:
(currently all of these have a 44.1k input rate):
which has 6 filters:
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The Sync Source menu determines the clock source for the Upsampler.
Set to Audio, the unit extracts the clock from the selected digital input and locks to it.
Sync appears on the front panel, greyed-out during locking. When locking is complete,
the Sync indication firms up. The Upsampler’s PLL will reduce the clock jitter, but this
mode does not give the best jitter performance. Sync to Audio is not available when the
USB input is selected.
Set to WClk, the Upsampler locks to an external Word Clock connected to the W/Clk In
connector and locks to it. Sync appears on the front panel, greyed-out during locking.
When locking is complete, the Sync indication firms up. This setting gives best results
when using a Master Clock to sync the whole system.
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If the USB input is selected but a Master Clock is not available, the Upsampler must be
set to Master mode. In this mode, the Upsampler’s internal clock controls the system
timing, so Sync does not appear on the display.
The Sync Source setting is stored separately for each input. Select the required input
changing the Sync Source setting.
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With the Clone Mode page set to Clone On and the output sample rate set to be equal
to the input sample rate, PCM data passes through the Upsampler unchanged (bitperfect). The Clone icon appears on the display to indicate the output is bit-perfect.
If the input and output sample rates change so that they no longer match, the unit will
stop cloning and the clone icon will disappear.
This mode is useful when passing HDCD data through unchanged to a (non- dCS)
HDCD converter, or for CD Updating a dCS DAC via the Upsampler.
Set to Clone Lock, the output rate automatically changes to match any change in the
input rate, locking the unit in clone mode. The Clone Lock icon appears on the display.
Set to Clone Off, the unit upsamples as directed by the control setting and so the data is
changed. This is the usual setting.
Clone mode is not available if the output rate is 176.4kS/s, 192kS/s or DSD.
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Filters are disabled in Clone mode, as filtering prevents bit-perfect operation.
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The Dual AES menu page sets the output mode when the output sample rate is 88.2 or
96kS/s ONLY. When set to Dual AES, a stereo pair of data is split between the AES1
and AES2 outputs, they MUST be used together as a pair. Each wire runs at half the
sample rate (44.1 or 48kHz respectively). The left channel data appears on the AES1
output, the right channel data appears on the AES2 output.
Dual AES is automatically selected when the output sample rate is set to 176.4 or
192kS/s.
When set to Single AES, both AES1 and AES2 outputs carry the same single AES data
at the sample rate (88.2 or 96kS/s respectively). Using these together in Single AES
mode is NOT the same as a Dual AES pair.
The Factory Reset menu page resets the unit to standard settings. These are:
• Sync to Audio, except
• USB sync to WClk
• Input to AES
• Dual AES mode to Single
• Filters to Filter 1
DISPLAY SETTINGS Menu
Set the display Brightness to a comfortable level. Use the ← → buttons to change the
setting and the MENU button to accept the new setting.
Set the display Contrast to a comfortable level. Use the ← → buttons to change the
setting and the MENU button to accept the new setting.
• Output sample rate to 96kS/s
• Clone mode to Clone-Off.
• Display to On.
• Brightness to maximum.
• Contrast to 60%
Runs a Display Test routine, which flashes all the indicators and the main display.
LEDs
Off
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SPECIFICATION
Digital inputs
USB interface on a B-type connector, will accept up to 24 bit PCM at 32,
44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s. Operates in asynchronous mode.
Digital outputs
Clocking
AES3 on a 3-pin female XLR connector, will accept up to 24 bit PCM at 32,
44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s.
3x SPDIF on 2x RCA Phono and 1x BNC connectors. Each will accept up to
24 bit PCM at 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s.
Optical SPDIF on TosLink connector, will accept up to 24 bit PCM at 32,
44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s.
IEEE 1394 interface on 2x 6-way connectors. In DSD mode, the interface
outputs dCS-encrypted DSD (1 bit data at 2.822MS/s).
2x AES3 on 3-pin female XLR connectors. Each outputs 24 bit PCM at 32,
44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kS/s, OR as a Dual AES pair at 88.2, 96, 176.4 or
192kS/s.
2x SPDIF on RCA Phono connectors. Each outputs 24 bit PCM at 32, 44.1,
48, 88.2 or 96kS/s.
1x SDIF-2 interface on 2x BNC connectors, outputs 24 bit PCM at 32, 44.1,
48, 88.2 or 96kS/s.
Word Clock Input on 1x BNC connector, accepts standard word clock at 32,
44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kHz. Sensitive to TTL levels.
Word Clock Output on 1x BNC connector, outputs standard word clock at a
frequency equal to the (single wire) output data rate, or 44.1kHz when set to
output DSD.
Upsampling rates
Data from any input may be converted to 24 bit PCM at 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2,
96, 176.4 or 192kS/s or DSD (1 bit data at 2.822MS/s). The output sample
rate must be equal to or greater than the input sample rate.
Spurious responses
Optional filters
Better than -100dB0, 20Hz-20kHz
A choice of filters is available for 10 popular conversions, see page 22 for
details.
Size and weight
465mm (18.3”) long x 405mm (16.0”) deep x 75mm (3.0”) high, excluding
cable connectors. Allow space for air flow around the unit.
10.1kg (22.2lbs).
Power requirements
Internally set to either 100, 115/120, 220 or 230/240V AC, 49 – 62Hz.
Power consumption: 12.7 W typical, 15 W maximum.
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
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MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT
Service and Maintenance
dCS audio products are designed not to need regular maintenance, and contain no user serviceable
parts apart from the mains fuse. If your unit is damaged in any way, please contact your dealer.
Replacing a Blown Mains Fuse
There is a mains fuse below the power inlet, accessible from the outside of the unit. If the fuse blows,
it may be changed by the user. The current consumption of the unit is very low, so it only blows if
power surges occur, or there is a fault in the unit. Usually power surges cause no other damage, but if
the fuse blows repeatedly on replacement, some other damage will have been done and the unit must
be returned to dCS for repair.
Fuse type: 20 x 5mm T 0.5 amp L fuse
If the fuse should fail, it is essential that it is replaced with one of the same type and
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rating. Failure to do so could result in damage to the unit, risk of fire or electric shock and
will invalidate the guarantee.
Referring to the diagram below, remove the power cable, use a small flat bladed screwdriver to pry up
the tab on the fuse carrier (A) and pull it out. Push the blown fuse out of the clip in the carrier (B) and
dispose of it. Fit a new fuse in the clip (C) and push the carrier back into the unit so that it clicks home.
Spare fuses are provided with the unit.
B
A
C
Cleaning the case
The front and back panels of your dCS equipment are machined from very high grade aluminium.
Great care has been taken to create the finish of the aluminium throughout the engineering process
from the raw solid material to the finished piece.
To remove loose dust or finger marks from the case, we recommend that you use a clean, dry, lintfree cloth.
To restore the finish on the front and back panels, we recommend applying small quantities of a
lanolin based cleaner, using a clean, dry, lint-free cloth and then wiping off. Do not allow lanolin to
collect around the buttons.
Small amounts of glass cleaner containing ammonia may be used to clean other surfaces, but avoid
spraying onto the connector contacts.
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Limited Warranty
General
dCS warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 3 years from
the date the unit was originally shipped from dCS. During the warranty period, dCS will repair or, at our
absolute discretion, replace a faulty product. Warranty repairs must only be carried out by dCS or our
authorised service agents. Please contact your dealer if your unit requires service.
Your dealer should have completed on your behalf an Owner Registration form at the time of sale
and returned it to dCS. On receipt of the Owner Registration form, dCS will add your contact details to
our customer database. dCS will use this information for warranty purposes only, we will not contact
you directly for reasons relating to sales and marketing.
This warranty applies to the original owner.
Warranty Exclusions
The Warranty does not cover wear and tear.
The Warranty on this product will be void if:
• the product is misused in any way.
• any unauthorised modifications or repairs are carried out.
• the product is not used in accordance with the Operating Conditions stated in this manual.
• the product is serviced or repaired other than by dCS or our authorised service agents.
• the product is operated without a mains earth (or ground) connection.
• the unit is returned inadequately packed.
dCS reserve the right to apply a service charge if a product returned for warranty repair is found to be
operating correctly, or if a product is returned without a returns number being issued.
This warranty covers parts and labour only, it does not cover shipping charges or tax/duty.
Our dealers or distributors are NOT authorised to extend the terms of this warranty, dCS cannot accept
responsibility for any attempt to do so.
Products re-sold by dCS on a “used” basis may be subject to reduced warranty terms.
Obtaining Service
Should you encounter a problem, contact your authorised dCS dealer for advice, quoting the model,
the full serial number, software version number, and giving a detailed description of the fault. Your
dealer will advise you fully on actions that need to be taken. When returning a unit, the original
packaging should be used to avoid transit damage. Replacement packaging sets may be purchased
from dCS.
During the Warranty period, there will normally be no charge for parts or labour.
Operating Conditions
• The supply voltage must remain within +/-10% of the A.C. voltage specified on the back panel.
• The supply frequency must be in the range 49Hz to 62Hz.
• Ambient temperature range: 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F), non-condensing.
• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators, air ducts, power amplifiers or direct
strong sunlight.
• If in doubt, the easy test is – the unit is happy to work anywhere a human is.
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If you need more help
In the first instance, you should contact your dealer. If they cannot resolve the issue, contact your
national distributor.
dCS, our dealers and distributors cannot accept responsibility for I.T. support issues.
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Manufactured by:
In such cases, please ask the computer or software vendor for advice.
Data Conversion Systems Ltd.
Unit 1, Buckingway Business Park,
Anderson Road,
Swavesey,
Cambridgeshire. CB24 4AE
UK
www.dcsltd.co.uk
This user manual may be downloaded free of charge from our web-site. A bound copy of this manual
may be ordered from dCS.
Software History
dCS products make extensive use of software configurable chips – FPGAs and DSPs. This gives us
the ability to update our products to add extra features, update digital interface standards or make
performance improvements by loading new software. Occasionally, a hardware update may be
necessary also to increase the “capacity” of the electronics, add extra connectors or extra front panel
controls.
Please note that not all software updates make an earth-shattering change. You should have a clear
idea of what you expect to gain before updating to the latest issue. We recommend that you keep your
software up to date. Check the dCS web-site for the latest software updates.
This manual is for Scarlatti Upsampler software version 1.1x.
Issue 1.00 - The first issue, with 1394/USB code 4.00.
Issue 1.01 – Corrects a tendency to remain muted when receiving 96k on the USB input.
88.2k > 192k filter improved.
1394/USB issue updated to 4.01.
Issue 1.02 – 96k USB bug fixed.
Issue 1.10 – Filter choices are now available for 10 conversions, including asymmetrical filters for all
conversions from 44.1kS/s.
USB code updated to improve compatibility with Windows Vista/7 WASAPI mode and
Spotify. This updates the 1394 code version to v4.05.
Clone Lock mode added.
LEDs Off feature added.
Adds support for the Output rate IR command from the Premium Remote handset.
Word Clock Output frequency corrected to 88.2 / 96kHz when output rate is 176.4 /
192kS/s.
Issue 1.11 – Corrects intermittent glitching when converting 32/48/96kS/s data to DSD while locked to
a 44.1 or 88.2kHz word clock.
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