Gigabyte MB21 User Manual

GA-K8A480M-9

AMD Socket 939 Processor Motherboard

User's Manual

Rev. 1002

12ME-K8A480M9-1002

This product must not be disposed of with your other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment !

Motherboard

GA-K8A480M-9

Motherboard

GA-K8A480M-9

Mar. 16, 2005

Mar. 16, 2005

Copyright

© 2005 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.

The trademarks mentioned in the manual are legally registered to their respective companies.

Notice

The written content provided with this product is the property of Gigabyte.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means without Gigabyte's prior written permission. Specifications and features are subject to change without prior notice.

Product Manual Classification

In order to assist in the use of this product, Gigabyte has categorized the user manual in the following:

For quick installation, please refer to the "Hardware Installation Guide" included with the product.

For detailed product information and specifications, please carefully read the

"Product User Manual".

For detailed information related to Gigabyte's unique features, please go to the "Technology Guide" section on Gigabyte's website to read or download the information you need.

For more product details, please click onto Gigabyte's website at www.gigabyte.com.tw

Table of Contents

GA-K8A480M-9 Motherboard Layout ............................................................................		6
Block Diagram ................................................................................................................		7
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ....................................................................................		9
1-1	Considerations Prior to Installation ....................................................................	9
1-2	Feature Summary ..........................................................................................	10
1-3	Installation of the CPU and Fan Heat Sink .....................................................	12
1-3-1 Installation of the CPU .........................................................................................		12
1-3-2 Installation of the Fan Heat Sink ........................................................................		13
1-4	Installation of Memory ....................................................................................	14
1-5	Installation of Expansion Cards ......................................................................	16
1-6	I/O Back Panel Introduction ...........................................................................	17
1-7	Connectors Introduction ..................................................................................	18
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ................................................................................................		27
The Main Menu (For example: BIOS Ver. : D6) .......................................................		28
2-1	Standard CMOS Features .............................................................................	29
2-2	Advanced BIOS Features ..............................................................................	31
2-3	IntegratedPeripherals .....................................................................................	32
2-4	Power Management Setup .............................................................................	34
2-5	PnP/PCI Configurations .................................................................................	36
2-6	PC Health Status ...........................................................................................	37
2-7	MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) .......................................................................	38
2-8	Load Fail-Safe Defaults ...................................................................................	39
2-9	Load Optimized Defaults .................................................................................	39
2-10	Set Supervisor/User Password .....................................................................	40
2-11	Save & Exit Setup .........................................................................................	41
2-12	Exit Without Saving .......................................................................................	41

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ......................................................................................		43
3-1	Install Chipset Drivers ....................................................................................	43
3-2	SoftwareApplication .......................................................................................	44
3-3	Software Information .......................................................................................	44
3-4	Hardware Information .....................................................................................	45
3-5	Contact Us .....................................................................................................	45

Chapter 4 Appendix ...................................................................................................			47
4-1	Unique Software Utilities ................................................................................		47
	4-1-1	EasyTune 5 Introduction .....................................................................................	47
	4-1-2	Xpress Recovery Introduction ...........................................................................	48
	4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction ........................................................................		51
	4-1-4	Serial ATA BIOS Setting Utility Introduction ......................................................	60
	4-1-5	2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio Function Introduction ......................................	70
4-2	Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................		74

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GA-K8A480M-9 Motherboard Layout

CPU_FAN

KB_MS

	COMA	ATX_12V
		Socket 939

VGA	LPT						K8A480M-9
USB							GA-
USB	LAN
AUDIO1				ATi RS480			BAT
AUDIO2		AZALIA_FP			CLR_CMOS
	PCIE_16_1						DDR1
	RTL8110S
					IT8712
			PCIE_1			BIOS
						PCI1
		CD_IN
	CODEC					PCI2
	SPDIF_IO		COMB		SYS_FAN		F_USB2

ATX

FDD

DDR2 DDR3	DDR4	IDE1 IDE2

	ULi M1573	SATA3
		SATA2
		SATA1
	CI	SATA0
	F_USB1 F_PANEL

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	Block Diagram
	PCI-ECLK		AMD K8	CPUCLK+/-(200MHz)
	(100MHz)	VGA
			Socket 939	DDR 400/333/266/200MHz DIMM
			CPU
				Dual Channel Memory
			Host
			Interface
				SBLINK_CLK P/N (100MHz)
	PCI Express x16		ATi	NBSRC_CLK P/N (100MHz)
			RS480	NB_OSC (14.318MHz)
	1 PCI Express			66MHz
				Local Frame Buffer(L.F.B.)
	x 1 Port
				SBSRC_CLK P/N (100MHz)
	PCI-ECLK			33MHz
				14.318MHz
	(100MHz)			48MHz

BIOS

PCI Express x1 Bus

ULi

4 Serial ATA

PCI Bus

ATA33/66/100/133

M1573

IDE Channels

Floppy

RTL

IT 8712

LPT Port

8110S

RJ45

CODEC

COM Ports

48MHz

33MHz

OutSpeaker OutSpeaker OutSpeaker MIC Out-Line Line-In SPDIFIn OutSPDIF

8 USB

Ports

2 PCI

PS/2 KB/Mouse

Surround Center/Subwoofer Side

PCICLK

(33MHz)

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Chapter 1Hardware Installation

1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation

Preparing Your Computer

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Thus, prior to installation, please follow the instructions below:

1.Please turn off the computer and unplug its power cord.

2.When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.

3.It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) cuff when handling electronic components (CPU, RAM).

4.Prior to installing the electronic components, please have these items on top of an antistatic pad or within a electrostatic shielding container.

5.Please verify that the power supply is switched off before unplugging the power supply connector from the motherboard.

Installation Notices

1.Prior to installation, please do not remove the stickers on the motherboard. These stickers are required for warranty validation.

2.Prior to the installation of the motherboard or any hardware, please first carefully read the information in the provided manual.

3.Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors are connected.

4.To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components.

5.Please make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing.

6.Please do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.

7.Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.

8.If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician.

Instances of Non-Warranty

1.Damage due to natural disaster, accident or human cause.

2.Damage as a result of violating the conditions recommended in the user manual.

3.Damage due to improper installation.

4.Damage due to use of uncertified components.

5.Damage due to use exceeding the permitted parameters.

6.Product determined to be an unofficial Gigabyte product.

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1-2 Feature Summary

CPU		Socket 939 for AMD AthlonTM 64 / 64 FX processor (K8)
		2000MT/s system bus
	Supports core frequencies in excess of 3000+ and faster
Chipset		North Bridge: ATi RS480
	South Bridge: ULi M1573
	supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems
Memory		4 DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1)
	Supports dual channel DDR 400/333/266/200 DIMM
Slots		1 PCI Express x 16 slot
	1 PCI Express x 1 slot
		2 PCI slots
IDE Connections		2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), allows connection
		of 4 IDE devices
FDD Connections		1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices
Onboard SATA		4 Serial ATA ports from ULi M1573 controller
	supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems
Peripherals		1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode
	1 VGA port, 1 COMA port, onboard COMB connection
	8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)
	1 front audio connector
	1 PS/2 keyboard port
	1 PS/2 mouse port
Onboard LAN		Onboard Realtek 8110S chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
	1 RJ 45 port
Onboard Audio		ALC880 CODEC
		High Definition Audio
	Supports 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 channel audio
	Supports Line In; Line Out (Front Speaker Out); MIC; Surround Speaker Out
		(Rear Speaker Out); Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out;
		Side Speaker Out connection
	Supports SPDIF In/Out connection
		CD In connection
	supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems
I/O Control		IT8712
L.F.B.		16MB x 2
(Local Frame Buffer)

(Note 1) Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount.

For example, 4 GB of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xxGB memory during system startup.

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Hardware Monitor		System voltage detection
		CPU temperature detection
	CPU / System fan speed detection
		CPU warning temperature
	CPU / System fan failure warning
	CPU smart fan control
Onboard SATA RAID		Onboard ULi M1573 chipset
		- supports data striping (RAID 0) or mirroring (RAID 1) function or
		striping + mirroring (RAID 0+1) or JBOD function
		- supports data transfer rate of up to 150 MB/s
		- supports hot plugging function
		- supports a maximum of 4 SATA connections
		- supported on the Win 2000/XP operating systems
BIOS		Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
		Supports Q-Flash
Additional Features		Supports @BIOS
	Supports EasyTune (only supports Hardware Monitor function)
Form Factor		Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 24.4cm

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1-3 Installation of the CPU and Fan Heat Sink

Before installing the CPU, please comply with the following conditions:

1.Please make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.

2.Please take note of the one indented corner of the CPU. If you install the CPU in the wrong direction, the CPU will not insert properly. If this occurs, please change the insert direction of the CPU.

3.Please add an even layer of heat sink paste between the CPU and heatsink.

4.Please make sure the heatsink is installed on the CPU prior to system use, otherwise overheating and permanent damage of the CPU may occur.

5.Please set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the processor specifications. It is not recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the required standards for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the proper specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

1-3-1 Installation of the CPU

Check the processor pins to see that none are bent. Move the socket lever to the unlocked position as shown in Figure 1.(90o to the plane of the motherboard) prior to inserting the processor. The pin 1 location is designated on the processor by a copper triangle that matches up to a triangle on the socket as shown in Figure 2. Align the processor to the socket and gently lower it into place. Do not force the processor into the socket.

	Socket lever	Fig.1
		Position lever at a 90 degree angle.

Fig.2

A gold-colored triangle is marked one edge of the CPU. Please align this edge with the socket edge closest to the CPU lever. Gently place the CPU into position making sure that the CPU pins fit perfectly into their holes.

Once the CPU is positioned into it socket, place one finger down on the middle of the CPU and gently press the metal lever back into its original position.

Please use extra care when installing the CPU. The CPU will not fit if positioned incorrectly. Rather than applying force, please change the positioning of the CPU.

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1-3-2 Installation of the Fan Heat Sink

Fig.1

Before installing the heat sink, please first add an even layer of heat sink paste on the surface of the CPU. Install all the heat sink components (Please refer to the heat sink manual for detailed installation instructions).

Fig.2

Please connect the heat sink power connector to the CPU_FAN connector located on the motherboard so that the heat sink can properly function to prevent CPU overheating.

The heat sink may adhere to the CPU as a result of hardening of the heat sink paste. To prevent such an occurrence, it is suggested that either thermal tape rather than heat sink paste be used for heat dissipation or using extreme care when removing the heat sink.

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1-4 Installation of Memory

Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:

1.Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard. It is

recommended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used.

2.Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer power is switched off to prevent hardware damage.

3.Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the direction.

The motherboard supports DDR memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Memory modules are designed so that they can be inserted only in one direction. The memory capacity used can differ with each slot.

Notch

DDR

Fig.1

The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module can only fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. Then push it down.

Fig.2

Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to lock the DIMM module.

Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.

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Dual Channel Memory Configuration

The GA-K8A480M-9 supports the Dual Channel Technology. When the Dual Channel Technology is activated, the bandwidth of memory bus will be double the original one.

Due to CPU limitation, if you want to operate the Dual Channel Technology, please follow the guidelines below for Dual Channel memory configuration.

1.Dual Channel mode will not be enabled if only one DDR memory module is installed.

2.To enable Dual Channel mode with 2 memory modules (it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed), you must install them into DIMM sockets of the same color.

3.To enable Dual Channel mode with 4 memory modules, it is recommended to use memory modules of identical brand, size, chips, and speed.

The following is a Dual Channel Memory configuration table: (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)

	DDR 1	DDR 2	DDR 3	DDR 4
2 memory modules	DS/SS	DS/SS	X	X
	X	X	DS/SS	DS/SS
4 memory modules	DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS

If two memory modules are to be used to achieve Dual Channel mode, we recommend installing them in DDR1 and DDR2 DIMM sockets.

All of the memory configurations below will cause system unable to boot. (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side)

			DDR1	DDR2	DDR3	DDR4
1 memory module			X	DS/SS	X	X
			X	X	X	DS/SS
2 memory modules			X	DS/SS	DS/SS	X
			DS/SS	X	X	DS/SS
			X	DS/SS	X	DS/SS
3 memory modules			DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS	X
			X	DS/SS	DS/SS	DS/SS
			DS/SS	X	DS/SS	DS/SS
			DS/SS	DS/SS	X	DS/SS

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1-5 Installation of Expansion Cards

You can install your expansion card by following the steps outlined below:

1.Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the expansion card into the computer.

2.Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the computer.

3.Press the expansion card firmly into expansion slot in motherboard.

4.Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in the slot.

5.Replace the screw to secure the slot bracket of the expansion card.

6.Replace your computer's chassis cover.

7.Power on the computer, if necessary, setup BIOS utility of expansion card from BIOS.

8.Install related driver from the operating system.

Installing a PCI Express x 16 expansion card:

Please carefully pull out the small whitedrawable bar at the end of the PCI Express x 16 slot when you try to install/uninstall the VGA card. Please align the VGA card to the onboard PCI Express x 16 slot and press firmly down on the slot. Make sure your VGA card is locked by the small white-drawable bar.

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1-6 I/O Back Panel Introduction

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PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector

To install a PS/2 port keyboard and mouse, plug the mouse to the upper port (green) and the keyboard to the lower port (purple).

Parallel Port

The parallel port allows connection of a printer, scanner and other peripheral devices.

COM A (Serial Port)

Connects to serial-based mouse or data processing devices.

VGA Port

Monitor can be connected to VGA port.

USB Port

Before you connect your device(s) into USB connector(s), please make sure your device(s) such as USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, zip, speaker...etc. have a standard USB interface.

Also make sure your OS supports USB controller. If your OS does not support USB controller, please contact OS vendor for possible patch or driver upgrade. For more information please contact your OS or device(s) vendors.

LAN Port

The provided Internet connection is Gigabit Ethernet, providing data transfer speeds of 10/100/1000Mbps.

Line In

Devices like CD-ROM, walkman etc. can be connected to Line In jack.

Line Out (Front Speaker Out)

Connect the stereo speakers, earphone or front surround speakers to this connector.

MIC In

Microphone can be connected to MIC In jack.

Rear Speaker Out

Connect the rear surround speakers to this connector.

Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out

Connect the Center/Subwoofer speakers to this connector.

Side Speaker Out

Connect the side surround speakers to this connector.

You can use audio software to configure 2-/4-/6-/8-channel audio functioning.

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1-7	Connectors Introduction
	1			3	2
					5
					6
	9				16
					7
	10				14
	11				8
	13	4	15	12
1)	ATX_12V		9)	AZALIA_FP
2)	ATX (Power Connector)		10)	CD_IN
3)	CPU_FAN		11)	SPDIF_IO
4)	SYS_FAN		12)	F_USB1 / F_USB2
5)	FDD		13)	COMB
6)	IDE1 / IDE2		14)	CI
7)	SATA0/ATA1/SATA2/SATA3		15)	CLR_CMOS
8)	F_PANEL		16)	BAT

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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, please make sure that all components and devices are properly installed. Align the power connector with its proper location on the motherboard and connect tightly.

The ATX_12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the ATX_12V power connector is not connected, the system will not start.

Caution!

Please use a power supply that is able to handle the system voltage requirements. It is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high power consumption be used (300W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable system or a system that is unable to start.

If you use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord; otherwise, please do not remove it.

4 3

2 1

12

24

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Pin No.	Definition
1	GND
2	GND
3	+12V
4	+12V
Pin No.	Definition
1	3.3V
2	3.3V
3	GND
4	+5V
5	GND
6	+5V
7	GND
8	Power Good
9	5V SB(stand by +5V)
10	+12V
11	+12V
12	3.3V(Only for 24pins ATX)
13	3.3V
14	-12V
15	GND
16	PS_ON(soft On/Off)
17	GND
18	GND
19	GND
20	-5V
21	+5V
22	+5V
23	+5V
24	GND

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3/4) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN (Cooler Fan Power Connector)

The cooler fan power connector supplies a +12V power voltage via a 3-pin power connector and possesses a foolproof connection design.

Most coolers are designed with color-coded power connector wires. A red power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V power voltage. The black connector wire is the ground wire (GND).

Please remember to connect the power to the cooler to prevent system overheating and failure. Caution!

Please remember to connect the power to the CPU fan to prevent CPU overheating and failure.

1

	CPU_FAN			Pin No.	Definition
				1	GND
				2	+12V
1				3	Sense

SYS_FAN

5)FDD (FDD Connector)

The FDD connector is used to connect the FDD cable while the other end of the cable connects to the FDD drive. The types of FDD drives supported are: 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB and 2.88MB. Please connect the red power connector wire to the pin1 position.

34 33

2

1

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6)IDE1 / IDE2 (IDE Connector)

An IDE device connects to the computer via an IDE connector. One IDE connector can connect to one IDE cable, and the single IDE cable can then connect to two IDE devices (hard drive or optical drive). If you wish to connect two IDE devices, please set the jumper on one IDE device as Master and the other as Slave (for information on settings, please refer to the instructions located on the IDE device).

40

39

2

1

IDE1 IDE2

7)SATA0/SATA1/SATA2/SATA3 (Serial ATA Connectors, Controlled by ULi M1573)

Serial ATA can provide 150MB/s transfer rate. Please refer to the BIOS setting for the Serial ATA and install the proper driver in order to work properly.

		Pin No.	Definition
		1	GND
		2	TXP
1	7	3	TXN
		4	GND
		5	RXN
		6	RXP
		7	GND

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8)F_PANEL (Front Panel Jumper)

Please connect the power LED, PC speaker, reset switch and power switch etc. of your chassis front panel to the F_PANEL connector according to the pin assignment below.

						Speaker Connector
Message LED/
Power/				Power
Sleep LED				Switch

	MSG+ MSGPW+ PW-	SPEAK+	SPEAK-
	2		20
	1		19
	HD+ HDRES- RES+ NC
	Reset Switch
	IDE Hard Disk Active LED
HD (IDE Hard Disk Active LED)	Pin 1: LED anode(+)
	Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
SPEAK (Speaker Connector)	Pin 1: Power
	Pin 2- Pin 3: NC
	Pin 4: Data(-)
RES (Reset Switch)	Open: Normal
	Close: Reset Hardware System
PW (Power Switch)	Open: Normal
	Close: Power On/Off
MSG(Message LED/Power/Sleep LED)	Pin 1: LED anode(+)
	Pin 2: LED cathode(-)
NC	NC

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9)AZALIA_FP (Front Audio Panel Connector)

This connector is supported to connect HD(High Definition) Audio and AC'97 Audio. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the audio panel cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional audio panel cable, please contact your local dealer.

	10	9
	2	1
HD Audio:
Pin No.	Definition
1	MIC2_L
2	GND
3	MIC2_R
4	-ACZ_DET
5	Line2_R
6	FSENSE1
7	FAUDIO_JD
8	No Pin
9	LINE2_L
10	FSENSE2

AC'97 Audio:

Pin No.	Definition
1	MIC
2	GND
3	MIC Power
4	NC
5	Line Out (R)
6	NC
7	NC
8	No Pin
9	Line Out (L)
10	NC

HD Audio is the default setting for this connector. To enable AC'97 Audio, from BIOS settings, set Front Panel Type under Integrated Peripherals to AC97.

10)CD_IN (CD In Connector)

Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to the connector.

				Pin No.	Definition
				1	CD-L
				2	GND
1				3	GND
				4	CD-R

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11)SPDIF_IO (SPDIF In/Out)

The SPDIF output is capable of providing digital audio to external speakers or compressed AC3 data to an external Dolby Digital Decoder. Use this feature only when your stereo system has digital input function. Use SPDIF IN feature only when your device has digital output function. Be careful with the polarity of the SPDIF_IO connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the SPDIF cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional SPDIF cable, please contact your local dealer.

			Pin No.	Definition
	6	5	1	Power
			2	No Pin
	2	1
			3	SPDIF
			4	SPDIFI
			5	GND
			6	GND

12)F_ USB1 / F_USB2 (Front USB Connector)

Be careful with the polarity of the front USB connector. Check the pin assignment carefully while you connect the front USB cable, incorrect connection between the cable and connector will make the device unable to work or even damage it. For optional front USB cable, please contact your local dealer.

			Pin No.	Definition
			1	Power
			2	Power
	2	10	3	USB DX-
			4	USB Dy-
	1	9	5	USB DX+
			6	USB Dy+
			7	GND
			8	GND
			9	No Pin
			10	NC

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