Esoteric D-02 Owner's Manual

D01153521A

D-02

D/A Converter

OWNER’S MANUAL .................... 4

MODE D’EMPLOI .......................24

MANUAL DEL USUARIO ........... 44

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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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 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) D o not def ea t the saf ety purpos e of the polar ized o r 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. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your ou tlet, consul t an electr ician 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 us e a t t achme n t s/acc e s sorie s s p e c ifie d by the manufacturer.

12) Us e o nl y w it h the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, o r t a b l e sp e c i f i e d 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 qualified 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.

"DSD" is a registered trademark. "Super Audio CD" is a registered trademark. Microsoft, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Apple, Macintosh and MacOS X are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other company names and product names in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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< Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the

apparatus.

< Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a

bookcase or similar unit.

< The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the

AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.

< The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so

that you can easily reach the power cord plug at any time.

< The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect

device shall remain readily operable.

< Products with Class construction are equipped with a power

supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a product must be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection.

< If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed

batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.

< Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones

with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.

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:

• Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or 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.

CAUTION Changes or modifications to this equipments not expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance will void the user’s warranty.

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

< DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO EXPOSE

THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE WITHIN!

< IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUC T,

CONTACT TEAC FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.

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Contents

What's in the Box

Thank you for choosing Esoteric. Read this manual carefully to get the best performance from this unit.

What's in the Box ....................................................4

Before Use ...........................................................5

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Front Panel Features .................................................8

i.LINK (IEEE 1394) .....................................................9

Basic Operation .....................................................10

Settings (introduction) ..............................................11

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting with a Computer .......................................18

Restoring Factory Default Settings ..................................19

Messages ...........................................................20

Troubleshooting ....................................................21

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

What’s in the box

Check to be sure the box includes all the supplied accessories shown below. Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these accessories are missing or have been damaged during transportation.

Power cord x 1

Felt pads x 4

o To protect the supporting furniture surface, you may stick the

felt pads to the bottom of the feet.

Owner’s manual (this document) x 1

o Keep this manual for future reference.

Warranty card x 1

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Before Use

Bottom plate of the unit

Spike foot

Protection foot Retaining screws

Read this before attempting any operations.

Placement of the unit

This unit is heavy. Take care to prevent injuries when lifting and

installing it.

< High-quality tool steel is used for the spike feet, securely attached

to the bottom of the unit. Although the outer feet may appear loose, the weight of the unit causes them to become firm and secure. The design effectively damps and reduces vibration.

To protect the supporting furniture surface, you may stick the supplied felt pads to the bottom of the protection feet.

o Place the unit in a stable location near the audio system that you

will use.

o Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid placing

it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat, cold or moisture.

o As the unit may become warm during operation, always leave

sufficient space around the unit for ventilation.

Make sure there is at least 8" (20 cm) of space above and at least 2"

(5 cm) of space on each side of the unit.

When you install the unit in a rack, use one which has ventlations

and take care of temperature of the unit.

CAUTION

o Do not place any objects on this unit.

o Do not cover this unit with a cloth.

o The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as

printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.

o Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the

circuitry or cause electric shock. If a foreign object should get into the unit, contact your dealer or service company.

o When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull

directly on the plug, never yank on the cord.

Maintenance

If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth or use diluted mild liquid soap. Allow the surface of the unit to dry completely before using.

For safety, disconnect the power cord from the socket before

cleaning.

o Never spray liquid directly on this unit.

o Do not use thinner or alcohol as they could damage the surface of

the unit.

o Avoid allowing rubber or plastic materials to touch this product for

long periods of time. It could damage the cabinet.

o Do not place this unit on a thick carpet.

o When the unit is turned on, switching on the TV may cause lines

to appear on the TV screen, depending on the condition of the electric waves of the TV broadcast. This is not malfunction in the unit or the TV. If you see such lines, keep this unit well away from the TV set.

Connection

WORD SYNC

OUT

Digital audio terminals

Clock generator

(G-0Rb/G-03X)

Amplier

CD Player, Digital Tuner, etc.

AUDIO IN (R) AUDIO IN (L)

Digital audio terminals

D-02

Super Audio CD/CD transport (P-02)

BNC coaxial cable

i.LINK cable

XLR digital cable

Optical digital cable

RCA digital coaxial cable

RCA cable

XLR cable

RCA cable

XLR cable

Either i.LINK port can be used. Use the one that matches the cable.

BNC coaxial cable

XLR digital cable

Connect either RCA or XLR cable for R and L each.

USB cable

Computer

Wall socket

CAUTION:

< Read the instructions of each component you intend to use with this unit. < Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent hum and noise, avoid bundling signal

interconnection cables together with the AC power cord or speaker cables.

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Digital audio input terminals

These terminals input digital audio into the D-02.. Connect these terminals to the corresponding terminals on a digital source device (P-01, P-02, P-03 or P-05, etc.).

Use commercially-available cables for the following connections.

XLR: Use balanced XLR digital audio cables RCA: Use RCA coaxial digital cables OPTICAL: Use optical digital cables i.LINK (AUDIO): Use S400-compatible 6-pin or 4-pin i.LINK

cables (IEEE 1394 cable)

< The i.LINK (AUDIO) terminals are combined input and output

cable interfaces. You do not need to be concerned with distinguishing between inputs and outputs.

< The i.LINK terminals are equipped with 6-pin and 4-pin

connectors. Use whichever fits the cable being connected.

When connecting multiple devices via i.LINK cable, use both

terminals. (Refer to page 9 regarding i.LINK cable connections.)

< If you connect this unit with others by i.LINK cable, the i.LINK

remote function can be used even when a different input connector is in use (see page 15).

< The XLR connectors are Dual AES terminals. If your digital device

supports Dual AES, use two XLR cables to connect XLR 1 (L) on this unit to the L terminal on the digital device and the XLR 2 (R) terminal to the R terminal on the digital device.

Analog audio output terminals (LINE OUT)

Outputs analog audio signals. Use two commercially-available balanced XLR cables to connect these XLR terminals to an amplifier.

If the amplifier is not equipped with XLR audio input terminals, use two commercially-available RCA audio cables for making connections.

Word sync input/output terminals (WORD

SYNC)

Outputs/inputs a synchronizing WORD clock signal.

To use a master clock generator, connect its WORD SYNC OUT to the WORD SYNC IN of this unit. When inputting a 10MHz oscillator signal, connect the oscillator output to the 10MHz IN connector.

Select the WORD SYNC connector using the clock settings (page

13) .

Connect the word sync output (WORD SYNC OUT) to the WORD SYNC IN connector on the digital audio signal source device. Use a commercially-available BNC coaxial digital cable to connect them (WORD SYNC IN: 75 Ω, 10MHz IN: 50 Ω).

GND terminal

Using a ground connector to connect with a D/A converter, amplifier or other equipment might improve the sound quality. These connections should run from chassis lug to chassis lug on the back of each unit only. Do not run a ground wire to any type of surge protector, wall outlet or power grounding device.

< Note that this is not an electrical safety ground (earth).

USB port

Use this to connect with a computer USB port in order to input streaming audio in the digital domain from your PC. Use a commercially-available USB cable for connection. This unit’s USB connector is USB-B type.

Power cord connector

Connect the power cord to the power cord receptacle. After all other connections are complete, connect the power cord's plug to the AC wall socket.

Esoteric uses Esoteric MEXCEL stress-free 7N cable as a reference. The following items are available in the Esoteric MEXCEL cable series.

RCA audio cables XLR digital cables XLR audio cables BNC digital cables RCA digital cables Speaker cables

Do not use any power cords other than the one included with

this unit or a power cord specified by ESOTERIC. Use of other power cords could result in fire or electric shock.

Unplug the power cord when you are not going to use the unit

for several weeks.

Front Panel Features

A D E F G HCB

POWER

Press to turn power on and off. The ring surrounding the button lights when the unit is on.

When the power is off, the light will be off.

Turn the power off when you are not using the unit.

WORD indicator

This shows the WORD SYNC status.

Blue light

When the clock setting is “W_OUT”, “W_IN”, “10M_IN” or “MCK_ IN”, the indicator blinks when detecting a clock signal and lights when clock is detected and synchronization is locked.

Green light

When the clock setting is “PLL2”, the indicator blinks when detecting a clock signal and lights when clock is detected and synchronization is locked.

MENU button

Press to access settings (see page 11).

Input indicators

The indicator for the selected input lights.

INPUT

Switches the digital input source. Select the terminal to which a digital device is connected. The input indicator flashes when a device is not connected or when the connected device is OFF.

< The INPUT buttons (</>) on the optional P-02 remote control can

also be used to select the input.

VOLUME

The volume level can be adjusted from –∞ (MUTE), –99.5 to 0 dB. Use these buttons to adjust the volume when connected directly to a power amplifier. When a preamplifier is connected, set the volume to 0.0.

When set to any value other than 0.0 dB, the V mark is shown on the display.

When in settings mode, use these buttons to select the menu item that you need to set.

Remote control sensor

Receives signals from the remote control unit. Point the remote control at this sensor when using the remote control. You can use the optional P-02 remote control. (Note: The P-02 remote control is not included with the D-02 DAC).

D IS PL AY

Displays current input, sampling frequency, etc (see page 13).

< The VOLUME buttons (–/+) on the optional P-02 remote control

can also be used.

< When using with an Esoteric amplifier, set the remote control

setting to “DISABLE” (see page 15).

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i.LINK (IEEE 1394)

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK cable

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK-capable

device

i.LINK is also known as IEEE 1394, an international specification. This unit supports i.LINK (AUDIO). By connecting an i.LINK (AUDIO)-capable device to the IEEE 1394/i. LINK (AUDIO) terminal on this unit using an i.LINK cable, you can transmit Super Audio CD multi-channel signals, which could only be transmitted in analog format in the past. In addition to being able to transmit signals in their original digital format, the unit can also transmit 2-channel linear PCM data and multi-channel compressed audio signals. If you have multiple i.LINK-capable devices, you can connect them through other devices to transmit data between them. Generally, you do not need to be concerned with the order of connection, but please read the section below about data transfer rates to ensure optimal setup.

To play back audio sounds recorded on Super Audio CD or DVD discs using i.LINK, both the player and the D/A converter need to be ready for the copyright protection system DTCP (Digital Transmission Content Protection). This unit is ready for DTCP.

Data transfer rate

There are three transfer rates: 100 Mbps (S100), 200 Mbps (S200), and 400 Mbps (S400). This unit is capable of transferring data at a maximum 400Mbps.

For connection to an i.LINK-capable device, use a commerciallyavailable S400-compliant 6-pin i.LINK cable.

< Among the i.LINK-capable devices there are some that, if not

turned on, are not capable of relaying data.

< Chances are some i.LINK-capable devices will not respond to this

unit‘s command.

How to connect multiple i.LINK-capable devices

Daisy chain connection

You can daisy-chain up to 17 devices including this unit.

Connection in tree structure If you are using a device having three or more i.LINK connectors, you may want to get the connection branched out. This way of connection allows you to connect up to 17 devices including this unit.

Your system does not work if data is fed back to the output device. Be careful not to create a loop.

When connecting multiple i.LINK-capable devices, avoid connecting a device having slow transfer rate between devices having high transfer rate since this reduces the transfer rate of your whole system. Connect devices having high transfer rate towards the source as far upriver as possible.

Flow rate control

This unit supports i.LINK flow rate control. Flow rate control means that audio data transferred via i.LINK is first stored in RAM of this unit after which the high-precision clock in the unit is used to transfer the data from RAM to avoid transfer jitter normally associated with i.LINK transfer. This unit transfers commands to the playback device to change the data transfer rate and control the playback device when data accumulated in RAM exceeds or goes below a certain amount, due to differences in clock frequencies in the playback device and this unit. Flow rate control functions in transfers between this unit and another unit.

NOTES

< Among the i.LINK formats there are "MPEG-2 TS" for BS digital

source and "DV" for digital video for DVD recorders, as well as the "i.LINK (AUDIO)" (A&M Protocol). Never connect devices that are not ready for i.LINK (AUDIO) to this unit. If you do, this unit and others may get out of order or be damaged.

< In the process of data transfer, avoid plugging/unplugging the

i.LINK cables in use or switch on/off the power.

The i.LINK interface of this unit is designed in accordance with the following specifications:

1) IEEE Std 1394a-2000, Standard for a High Performance Serial Bus

2) Audio and Music Data Transmission Protocol 2.0

This unit is compliant with IEC 60958 bitstream, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD in the AM824 sequence adaptation layers of this protocol.

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Basic Operation

XLR1DUAL

XLR2 RCA1

RCA2OPTICALi.LINKUSB

Turn the unit on.

When on, the ring around the POWER button and the display light.

Press the INPUT button to select a source.

Use the VOLUME (−/+) buttons to adjust the

volume.

When using an external amplifier to adjust the volume, set these buttons “0.0” on this unit.

< The remote control unit of the optional P-02 can also be used for

VOLUME adjustment (–/+) and MUTING.

< Press the POWER button to turn off the unit after use.

Each press of the button changes input and the selected source appears on the display.

< When 2 XLR cables are connected and a Dual AES signal is being

received, choosing XLR1 causes only the lef t channel to be output as a mono signal and choosing XLR2 causes only the right channel to be output as a mono signal.

Play back the source after selecting it.

Th e text on the display flashes when a digital signal is not detected. Turn on the connected device and check the connections.

Muting

If you press the MUTING button on the remote control included with the optional P-02, you can temporarily mute the sound output. Press again to restore the previous volume level.

< The INPUT buttons (</>) on the remote control unit of the

optional P-02 can also be used to change the input.

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Settings (introduction)

UPCONV>

DF>

CLK>

WOUT>

USB>

CH>

DIMMER>

FLaOFF>

DP>

XLR>

AOUT>

RC>iRC>

Repeatedly press the MENU button to select

the menu item to be changed.

Each time you press the MENU button, the item shown on the display changes as follows.

Setting items and their explanations

UPCONV>***

Upconversion setting Sets the upconversion sampling frequency (see page 12).

DF>***

Digital filter setting. Sets the digital filter of the D/A converter (see page 12).

CLK>***

CLOCK setting Sets the synchronization with an external clock and clock output settings sent to source devices that support word sync (see page

13) .

WO U T>***

Clock output frequency setting Sets the clock frequency output when the clock setting is “W_ OUT”, “W_IN”, “10M_IN” or “MCK_IN” (see page 14).

USB>***

USB input setting Sets the mode when using USB input (see page 14).

CH>***

Playback channel setting during i.LINK input Sets the channel played back by this unit when using an i.LINK input (see page 15).

If no button is pressed for more than 10 seconds, the unit will exit setup mode

< The SETUP button on the remote control unit of the P-02 can

also be used for this.

Use the VOLUME (–/+) buttons to select the

options within the menu item.

Individual menu functions are described on pages 12-17.

< The INPUT (</>) buttons on the remote control unit of the

optional P-02 can also be used for this function.

< Settings are stored even when power is turned off and the unit

is unplugged. If left unplugged for an extended period, the settings may be lost.

i_RC>***

i.LINK remote setting Sets coordinated functions when multiple D-02 units are connected by i.LINK cables (see page 15). This is typically used for multi-channel SACD applications only.

RC>***

REMOTE control setting Sets remote control settings when using this unit simultaneously with an Esoteric amplifier (see page 15).

A _O UT> ***

Analog output setting Sets the analog output connector used (see page 15).

XLR>***

XLR output setting Sets the XLR output gain level (see page 16).

DP>***

Display setting Sets what is shown on the display (see page 16).

FLaOFF>***

Automatic fluorescent display off setting Sets the time until the display automatically turns off (see page 17 ).

DIMMER>***

Dimmer setting Sets the brightness of the display and indicators to one of four levels (see page 17).

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Settings (1)

Upconversion setting

UPCONV>

When a CD or other PCM signal is input, changing this setting enables the upconversion of the input signal or conversion into a DSD signal. Different settings are possible for each input connector. The factory default setting is “ORG”.

ORG

No upconversion is used and the input signal is sent straight to the D/A converter at the original sampling frequency.

2Fs

Input source signals with sampling frequencies of 32, 44.1 or 48 kHz are upconverted 2X to 64, 88.2 or 96 kHz.

4Fs

Input source signals with sampling frequencies of 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96 kHz are upconverted 4X (or 2X) to 128, 176.4 or 192 kHz.

DSD

Conducts PCM digital format conversion to a DSD signal.

< Super Audio CD DSD signals cannot be upconverted.

***

Digital filter setting

***

DF>

Sets the digital filter used. You can set the unit to use a FIR digital filter, which features a rich sound quality, or a S_DLY digital filter, which has a crisp sound without the occurrence of pre-echo. Different settings are possible for each input connector. The factory default is “OFF”.

OFF

No digital filter is used.

< This setting allows high frequencies to be output. If cross-

modulation or other noise results from these high frequencies, use a setting other than “OFF”.

FIR1

The FIR filter cut-off frequency changes according to the input sampling frequency.

FIR2

The FIR filter cut-off frequency stays at about 80 kHz regardless of the input sampling frequency.

S _D LY 1

The S_DLY1 filter cut-off frequency changes according to the input sampling frequency.

S _D LY 2

The S_DLY2 filter cut-off frequency stays at about 80 kHz regardless of the input sampling frequency.

< If the input is a DSD signal, or if a PCM signal is being converted to

a DSD signal, this setting has no effect.

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Clock setting

***

CLK>

Sets the synchronization with external clock and clock output sent to a Super Audio CD transport or a source device that supports word sync. The factory default is “PLL1”.

P LL1

Word sync is not used, and master clock is generated by the PLL circuit following the input digital signal. This allows operation with support for a wide range of clock signals.

PLL2

Word sync is not used, and master clock is generated by the PLL circuit following the input digital signal. Furthermore, using a PLL circuit that employs a built-in high-precision crystal oscillator, jitter is reduced in the transmission of audio signals as a result of using two PLL circuits with different characteristics.

< The built-in high-precision crystal oscillator is specified with a

narrow frequency variation range in order to increase performance. For this reason, if the clock precision of the digital audio source device exceeds a variation range of ±5 ppm, it cannot be locked. In this case, select the “PLL1” mode.

MCK_IN

Use when a clock generator is connected to this unit's WORD IN connector and clock is input at 512X this unit's master clock, which is either 22.5792 MHz for 44.1 kHz or 24.576 MHz for 48 kHz to operate the unit with clock synchronization. When 22.5792MHz clock is input, audio signals of 44.1 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 352.8 kHz can be input. When 24.576MHz clock is input, audio signals of 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz and 384 kHz can be input.

< The digital audio source device must also be connected to the

clock generator or this unit's WORD OUT connector and operating with word sync.

< Be careful during music playback because loud noises could be

output from the speakers if the clock generator power is turned off or the word connection is broken, interrupting the clock signal. As a further precaution, do not playback a source until you are sure your WORD Sync is locked on, or is turned off, based on your preference.

W_OUT

When this unit's WORD OUT connector and the word input connector of the digital audio source device are connected, the source device is synchronized to this unit's clock, and it will operate with this unit's high-precision crystal oscillator as the master clock. Set the frequency of the output clock using the clock output frequency item.

< You must connect the source device with this unit's WORD OUT

connector and activate word sync to use this.

W_IN

Word clock is input from a clock generator through this unit's WORD IN connector, and operation occurs with word sync.

< The digital audio source device must also be connected to the

clock generator or this unit's WORD OUT connector and operating with word sync.

< The input impedance of the WORD IN connector is 75 Ω, and input

of square wave TTL level signals is possible.

10M _IN

Use when a clock generator is connected to this unit's 10M IN connector and 10MHz clock is input to operate the unit with clock synchronization.

< The digital audio source device must also be connected to the

clock generator or this unit's WORD OUT connector, and operating with clock synchronization.

< The input impedance of the 10M IN connector is 50 Ω, and input of

sine wave signals with an amplitude of 0.5–1.0 Vrms is possible.

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Settings (2)

Clock output frequency setting

WOUT>

Sets the clock frequency output from the WORD OUT connector.

Options when the clock setting is “W_OUT”

44.1, 88.2, 176.4

22M

< Audio signals that can be input when set to “44.1”, “88.2”, “176.4” or

48, 96, 192

24M

< Audio signals that can be input when set to “48”, “96”, “192” or “24M”

Options when the clock setting is “W_IN”, “10M_IN” or “MCK_ IN”

OFF

THRU

< Even if a 0.5–1.0 Vrms level signal is input through the 10M IN,

***

44.1 kHz, 88.2 kHz or 176.4 kHz clock is output from the connector.

22.5792 MHz clock, which is 512 X 44.1 kHz, is output from the WORD OUT connector.

“22M” are

48 kHz, 96 kHz or 192 kHz clock is output from the WORD OUT connector.

24.576 MHz clock, which is 512 X 48 kHz, is output from the WORD OUT connector.

are 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz and 384 kHz.

No clock is output from the WORD OUT connector.

The clock input through the WORD IN or 10M IN connector is output without changing the frequency from the WORD OUT connector.

output from the WORD OUT will be at TTL level.

44.1 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 352.8 kHz and DSD

WORD OUT

MCK

22.5792 MHz (512 X 44.1 kHz) or 24.576 MHz (512 X 48 kHz) from the WORD OUT connector.

< 22.5792 MHz or 24.576 MHz is determined depending on the

frequency of the clock or audio signal input.

clock is output

USB input setting

***

USB>

Set the USB mode when using USB input. Depending on this setting, the sampling frequencies that can be input differs. The factory default is “NOR”.

NOR

Connects at USB full-speed mode. The sampling frequencies that can be input are 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz.

< This setting does not require a driver to be installed to connect this

unit with a computer. Connection is possible with the standard USB audio driver included with the computer OS.

HS _1

Connects at USB high-speed mode. The sampling frequencies that can be input are 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48

kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz.

HS_2

Connects at USB high-speed asynchronous mode. The sampling frequencies that can be input are 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz. In asynchronous mode, audio data transmitted from a computer is played back following this unit's clock.

< If the playback sound skips or noise occurs when using the “HS_2”

setting, switch to “HS_1”.

< Depending on the playback application on the computer, the

types of files, including their sampling frequencies, for example, that can be played back will differ.

< Use of a high-speed mode requires the installation of a dedicated

driver on the computer. Download the driver from the following web address.

1Fs

44.1 kHz or 48 kHz clock is output from the WORD OUT connector.

< 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz is determined depending on the frequency of

the clock or audio signal input.

2Fs

88.2 kHz or 96 kHz clock is output from the WORD OUT connector.

< 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz is determined depending on the frequency of

the clock or audio signal input.

4Fs

176.4 kHz or 192 kHz clock is output from the WORD OU T connector.

< 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz clock is determined depending on the

frequency of the clock or audio signal input.

Dedicated driver download website address

http://www.esoteric.jp/products/esoteric/usb/usb_driver_e.html

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Playback channel setting for i.LINK input

Remote control setting

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CH>

When the input is set to “i.LINK”, this unit selects the playback channel. The factory default is “L/R”.

< This only appears when the input is set to “i.LINK”.

L/R

The front left and right channels are output.

C/LFE

The center channel is output from this unit's left channel output and the subwoofer channel is output from this unit's right channel.

SL/SR

The left surround channel is output from this unit's left channel output and the right surround channel is output from this unit's right channel.

< When the source device is playing back a 2-channel source, no

sound will be output from this unit if set to anything other than “L/R”.

i.LINK remote setting

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RC>

When used with an Esoteric amplifier, you can set the D-02 not to respond to the Esoteric remote control.

The factory default is “ENABLE”.

ENABLE

This setting enables the D-02 to be operated by an Esoteric remote control.

It can be controlled using the remote control included with the P-02, for example.

DISABLE

This setting disables D-02 operation using an Esoteric remote control.

When using the unit with an Esoteric amplifier, for example, this prevents operation of the D-02 when controlling the amplifier by remote control.

K Only dimmer operations will be received.

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i_RC>

When multiple D-02 units are directly connected using i.LINK cables and you use this function, the volume, muting and dimmer of all D-02 units in the chain can be controlled using only one D-02.

The factory default is “OFF”.

OFF

Coordinated functions are not used.

MASTR

Coordinated functions are used, and this unit transmits operations conducted on this unit to other D-02 units that are set to “SLAVE”.

SL AVE

Coordinated functions are used, and this unit operates in response to signals transmitted from the D-02 set as the “MASTR”. This unit’s volume, input, muting and dimmer settings, as well as operation of its keys, are ignored.

Analog output setting

A_OUT>

Sets the analog output connectors used. The factory default is “RCA”.

RCA

XLR2

XLR3

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Analog audio signals are output from the RCA connectors.

Analog audio signals are output from the XLR connectors with #2 HOT.

Analog audio signals are output from the XLR connectors with #3 HOT.

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Settings (3)

Volume settingSampling frequency

Sampling frequencyInput source

Sampling frequencyES-LINK signal

Volume settingInput source

Volume settingES-LINK signal

XLR output setting

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XLR>

Sets the XLR output gain setting. The factory default is “0dB”.

< This setting will not appear when the analog output setting is not

set to “XLR2” or “XLR3”.

< Depending on the connected amplifier, the same input level as the

RCA connectors can be achieved with either the “+6dB” setting or the “0dB” setting.

0dB

Sets the XLR output level (0 dB) at the same as the RCA output level.

+6dB

Sets the XLR output level (+6 dB) double the standard RCA output level.

< If the “+6dB” setting causes the sound to clip, use “0dB” setting.

Display setting

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DP>

Sets what is shown on the fluorescent display The factory default is “Fs+Vol”.

Fs+Vo l

The sampling frequency and volume setting of the input audio signal are shown.

Example: 176.4 kHz sampling frequency, –6.0 dB volume setting

Inp+Fs

The input source and the sampling frequency of the input audio signal are shown. When an ES-LINK signal is being received, “ESL1”, “ESL2” or “ESL3” appears in the input source display area.

Example: DUAL input source, 176.4 kHz sampling frequency

Example: ES-LINK signal being received DUAL input source, DSD sampling frequency

Inp+Vol

The input source and volume setting are shown. When an ES-LINK signal is being received, “ESL1”, “ESL2” or “ESL3” appears in the input source display area.

Example: XLR1 input source, 0.0 dB volume setting

Example: ES-LINK signal being received DUAL input source, 0.0 volume setting

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The sampling frequency of the input audio signal is shown. When an ES-LINK signal is being received, “ESL1”, “ESL2” or “ESL3” appears to the right of the input sampling frequency.

Example: 176.4 kHz sampling frequency

Example: ES-LINK signal being received

176.4 kHz sampling frequency

Automatic display off setting

FLaOFF>

The fluorescent display can be set to automatically darken after a set amount of time has elapsed. The factory default is “30m”.

15m, 30m, 60m

OFF

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If no operation has occurred for 15, 30 or 60 minutes, the display automatically turns off.

The display never darkens automatically.

Volume

The volume setting is shown.

Example: –32.5 dB volume setting

Input

The input source is shown. When an ES-LINK signal is being received, “ESL1”, “ESL2” or “ESL3” appears to the right of the input source.

Example: DUAL input source

Example: ES-LINK signal being received DUAL input source

< If the display is left on with the same indication for a long time,

brightness irregularities can occur. For this reason, we recommend that you enable automatic display darkening.

DIMMER

DIMMER>

Sets the brightness of the display and indicators The factory default is “3”.

FL Dimmer3

Full brightness

FL Dimmer2

Medium brightness

FL Dimmer1

Minimum brightness

OFF:

The display and indicators are off.

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< Set to “0” (OFF), the display and indicators will not light.

< When the display is darkened, pressing the INPUT button, for

example, will cause the display to brighten for just a few seconds.

< Even when set to a value other than “3” (full brightness), error

messages and setting menu indications will appear at full brightness.

Computer

Connecting with a Computer

You can connect this unit’s USB port with a computer using a USB cable and play back music files stored on the computer using the unit’s D/A converter. This unit can be connected by USB and used with a computer running Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7, as well as Mac OS X 10.6.4 or later. Use with a computer running a different operating system cannot be guaranteed.

< Dependin g on the co mpu te r’s hardware and sof tware

configuration, the unit might not function even when used with one of the operating systems listed above.

Using HIGH SPEED 1 or HIGH SPEED 2 mode

When this unit is connected to a computer via USB, you can select one of three modes. See pages 14 for details about setting the mode.

To use HIGH SPEED 1 or HIGH SPEED 2 mode, you must install dedicated driver software on your computer before connecting the unit. If you connect the unit with the computer before installing the driver, it will not function properly. Moreover, when using Windows XP, the computer could become remarkably slower and require restarting in some cases.

Download this driver software from our website. If the connection has been made properly, "ESOTERIC USB HS AUDIO" will be selectable as an audio output destination.

HIGH SPEED 2 mode

Set the unit to USB>HS_2 (page 14).

This co nnects to the comp ute r using USB HI GH SPEED asynchronous mode. Sampling frequencies that can be transmitted are 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz. You must install the dedicated driver software before connecting the unit to the computer (see above). Download this driver software from our website. If the connection has been made properly, "ESOTERIC USB HS ASYNC AUDIO" will be selectable as an audio output destination. In asynchronous mode, jitter that occurs durin g transfer is suppressed because the clock signal of this unit is used for playback of the audio data transmitted from the computer.

< If skipping or periodic noise occurs during playback when the unit

is connected to a computer using HIGH SPEED 2 mode, set the unit to HIGH SPEED 1 mode instead.

Dedicated driver download website address

http://www.esoteric.jp/products/esoteric/usb/usb_driver_e.html

Install the dedicated driver software after downloading the file from the website above.

Connection modes

NORMAL mode

Set the unit to USB>NOR (page 14).

This connects to the computer using USB FULL SPEED mode. The sampling frequencies that can be transmitted are 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz. There is no need to install driver software to use this mode when connecting the unit with a computer. The standard USB audio driver included with the computer operating system can be used for connection.

< The first time you connect this unit to a computer running a

Windows OS, the computer will detect the unit’s USB port and install the driver automatically. Follow the instructions given by the operating system, and launch your audio file playback software after completing the installation. If the connection has been made properly, "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO" will be selectable as an audio output destination.

Connecting with a computer

< To use HIGH SPEED 1 or HIGH SPEED 2 mode, you must install

dedicated driver software before connecting the unit (see above).

Connect the unit to the computer using a USB cable.

HIGH SPEED 1 mode

Set the unit to USB>HS_1 (page 14).

This connects to the computer using USB HIGH SPEED mode. Sampling frequencies that can be transmitted are 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz. You must install the dedicated driver software before connecting the unit to the computer (see above).

< Use a cable with a connector that fits the USB port on the unit

and is rated for USB 2.0 speeds or above.

Turn the computer power ON.

Confirm that the operating system has started properly.

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Press the POWER button to turn the unit power ON.

Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select “USB”.

Restoring Factory Default Settings

If you have made changes through the setup process, and want to restart from the default factory settings, you can restore the unit to them in the following way:

Turn the unit off and wait 30 seconds or longer.

Start playback of the music file on the computer.

Even better sound quality can be achieved by setting the volume on the computer to maximum and using the amplifier connected to this unit to adjust the volume. Set the volume of the amplifier to the minimum at the beginning of playback and gradually raise the level. When playing back PC audio it is recommended to turn off PC virus scan, auto update, auto defrag, spyware software, etc. In short, turn off as many resident programs as you can to eliminate the potential for audio drop out caused by a lack of PC operating memory.

< The computer and this unit cannot be used to control each other. < This unit cannot transmit music files to the computer by USB. < When playing back a music file using the USB connection, do not

attempt any of the following operations. Doing so could cause the computer to behave irregularly. Always stop music playback software on your computer before doing any of the following:

Disconnecting the USB cable Turning the unit’s power OFF Changing the input source

< When playing back a music file using the USB connection,

computer operation sounds will also be played through this unit. To avoid this, make appropriate settings on the computer.

< If you connect this unit with a computer or you set this unit’s input

to "USB" after starting music playback software, music files might not play back properly. If this occurs, restart the music playback software or reboot the computer.

Press the POWER button while holding down the MENU button.

Release the MENU button when "Setup CLR" appears on the display. All setting changes are now reset, returning the unit to the factory settings.

Messages

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" appears in the sampling frequency display area.

An incompatible signal is input. Do not input signals other than PCM or DSD. Check digital device connections.

Dolby Digital, DTS, AAC and other types of signals cannot be decoded. Convert the output on the playback device into PCM.

The input indicator blinks.

The unit cannot detect a digital signal. Press the INPUT button to select a terminal to which a digital device is connected. Turn on the connected device. Confirm the settings of the connected device.

LOOP ERR!

The i.LINK connection has been connected in a way that forms a signal loop. See page 9 for details.

NO WORD!

No word clock (synchronization signal) is being input. Confirm the external master clock generator connections, power and output status. When not using word sync, choose a clock setting of “PLL1" or “PLL2" (see page 13).

NO 10MHz!

No 10MHz clock is being input.

10M LCKING

Indicates that a 10MHz clock is being locked.

10M UNLCK!

Indicates that the 10MHz clock cannot be locked.

10M ERROR!

The input audio signal and the 10MHz input clock cannot be synchronized.

NO MCK!

No master clock is being input.

MCK ERROR!

The input audio signal and the 22.5792MHz or 24.576MHz input clock are not synchronized.

UNKNOWN

The device connected via i.LINK is not known.

WORD ERROR!

The frequency of the input source does not match the word frequency. Select 44.1, 88.2 or 176.4 kHz during Super Audio CD playback.

Check the word sync connector connections and the settings of connected equipment. When connecting with equipment that does not support word sync, choose a clock setting of “PLL1" or “PLL2" (see page 13).

WRD LCKING

Indicates that the input word clock signal is being locked.

WRD UNLCK!

Indicates that the device cannot lock to the input WORD clock signal. Confirm the frequency setting of the connected clock generator. Connect a clock generator whose frequency range has a precision of greater than ±5 ppm.

PLL LCKING

Indicates that the internal PLL circuit (PLL2) is being locked.

PLL UNLCK!

Indicates that the internal PLL circuit cannot lock to the input digital signal. Check the connection with the digital equipment being input. If the precision of the frequency of the signal being input exceeds the range that this unit can lock to and the internal PLL (PLL2)circuit cannot lock to it, set the clock setting to “PLL1" (see page 13).

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