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M2TECH Young DSD User Manual

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YOUNG DSD
HIGHEST RESOLUTION DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTER
DIGITAL PREAMPLIFIER
USER MANUAL
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Warning!
Changes or modifications not authorized by the manufacturer can invalidate the compliance to CE regulations and cause the unit to be no more suitable to use. The manufacturer refuses every responsibility regarding damages to people or things due to the use of a unit which has been subject to unauthorized modifications or to misuse or to malfunction of a unit which has been subject to unauthorized modifications.
This unit is compliant with the following CE regulations: CEI EN 55022:2009 Class B (Radiated Emissions), CEI EN 55024:1999, CEI EN 55024:A2/2003, CEI EN 55024:IS1/2008 (Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 50Hz Magnetic Field Immunity Test and Electrostatic Discharges – ESD).
For a proper operation of this unit, all connections to other equipment in the system must be done when all equipment are off. Failing to comply with this advice may lead to damage to the Young DSD.
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The label above, printed on the product case, indicates that the product, when no more usable, can’t be treated as generic garbage, but must be disposed of at a collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic equipment, in compliance with the WEEE regulation (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment). By making sure that this unit is correctly recycled, you will help preventing potential damages to environment and human health, which could be caused by a wrong treatment of this product as generic garbage. Materials’ recycling helps saving natural resources. For more in-depth information about recycling this product, please contact M2Tech Srl.
WARNING: the information contained in this manual are considered to be reliable and accurate. M2Tech reserves the right to change or modify the information any time, without prior advice. It’s up to the customer to ensure that the manual being consulted is the latest version.
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Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing YOUNG DSD. You are the owner of a very high quality digital-to-analog converter with many unique features designed to obtain the best performance in every hi-fi system. YOUNG DSD implements a specific set of technological and functional solutions, from the asynchronous USB interface to passive anti-alias filtering, to offset recovery right on I-to-V converters to the ability of delivering a high output level with the purpose of exalting sonic performances, ease of use and reliability. Moreover, YOUNG DSD shares many features with preamplifiers, therefore it is recommended to directly drive power amplifiers YOUNG DSD is provided with a complete set of inputs, to allow for using every kind of digital source. The balanced output and the stock adaptors for single-ended connection allow for driving every kind of amplifier. The ability of setting the maximum output level to two values ensures that the maximum power will be reached even with the most inefficient tube amplifier whenever the YOUNG DSD is used as a preamplifier. The fully-loaded remote control allows for total control of both YOUNG DSD and most audio players running on the computer attached to its USB input We’re sure that your expectations will be fulfilled by purchasing YOUNG DSD: you’ll hear your favourite music as never before, so you can now prepare for a whole new listening experience!
Nadia Marino, CEO
Please note here your YOUNG DSD serial number and purchase info for future reference:
S/N: _______________________ Date of Purchase: _________________________ Place of Purchase__________________________
Note: Proof of retail purchase, such as your purchase receipt, will be required in the unlikely event that any warranty service will be required
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Unpacking and Placing the Unit.............................................................................. 9
2. Front Panel ........................................................................................................... 11
3. Back Panel............................................................................................................ 13
4. Remote Control..................................................................................................... 15
5. Connecting and Powering the Unit ....................................................................... 17
6. Cleaning the Unit .................................................................................................. 19
7. Using the Young DSD........................................................................................... 21
7.1. Volume Setting ............................................................................................... 22
7.2. Mute Toggle ................................................................................................... 22
7.3. Choosing the Signal’s Phase ......................................................................... 23
7.4. Source Selection ............................................................................................ 23
7.5. Menu Navigation ............................................................................................ 24
7.6. Balance Setting .............................................................................................. 25
7.7. Choosing the Maximum Output Level ............................................................ 26
7.8. Setting the Display’s Backlight Intensity ......................................................... 27
7.9. Choosing Volume Mode ................................................................................. 28
7.10. Setting the Automatic Switch Off .................................................................. 29
7.11. Checking Firmware Revision........................................................................ 30
7.12. Power Off and Standby ................................................................................ 30
8. Using a Computer as Digital Source ..................................................................... 33
8.1. Plug’n’Play Operation with Apple OSX........................................................... 33
8.1.1. DSD files playback with Mac.................................................................... 37
8.2. Plug’n’Play Operation with Linux .................................................................... 39
8.2.1. DSD files playback with Linux.................................................................. 42
8.3. Using the Young DSD with Windows ............................................................. 42
8.3.1. Installing the Windows driver ................................................................... 43
8.3.2. Windows driver uninstall .......................................................................... 54
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8.3.3. Windows Driver Panel ............................................................................. 61
8.3.4. Using the YOUNG DSD as Windows predefined audio device................ 70
8.3.5. Configuring the player: FooBar and JRiver Media Center ....................... 72
8.3.6. Connecting the YOUNG DSD to an USB 1.1 port.................................... 81
9. Controlling the Computer Player by Using the Young DSD Remote Control ........ 83
10. Updating Young DSD Firmware.......................................................................... 85
11. Specifications...................................................................................................... 87
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1. Unpacking and Placing the Unit
Lay the box on a table and open it by separating it from the external paperwork and removing or cutting the adhesive tape seal. The following items are included:
• one YOUNG DSD;
• one wall wart (AC-to-DC adapter);
• one USB A-B cable;
• two XLR-RCA high quality adaptors;
• one remote control;
• this manual.
Should one or more item be missing, please contact your retail dealer.
Remove the YOUNG DSD from the foam enclosure and place it onto a stable base, far from heat sources. Avoid full sunlight on the unit. Allow for ample room around the unit for venting.
The YOUNG DSD is a high efficiency device; therefore it doesn’t produce relevant heat during its operation. Regardless, it’s recommended to guarantee an adequate air flow around the unit. Moreover, every time it will mainly be operated by remote control, it’s recommended to place it so as the remote control’s infrared signals can easily reach its front panel.
Avoid smoke, moisture, dirt and liquids from reaching the unit. Please note that any signs of abuse will void warranty coverage.
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Do not place the unit on thick carpets or inside a box or piece of furniture, not even close to curtains.
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2. Front Panel
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Figure 1
1) Power on/power off/mute/menu exit button. Press this button to switch the
YOUNG DSD on when it’s off. When the YOUNG DSD is on, a short press will toggle mute, unless the menu is active: in this case a short press will cause the menu to exit
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discarding any configuration change. A more prolonged press while the YOUNG DSD is on will cause it to switch off.
2) Standby LED. When the YOUNG DSD is in standby mode, this LED is lit to indicate to the user that the device can be switched on by the included remote control.
3) Display. Multifunction LCD Display. During normal operation, it indicates the listening level, the selected source and the status of mute and phase (if set). When the menu is accessed, the display shows the selected menu item and its current value.
4) Encoder. It allows for accessing and navigating the menu, selecting inputs and setting the volume. It can be rotated and pushed. Please refer to Chapter 7 for more details.
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3. Back Panel
Figure 2
5) Outputs. Connect the YOUNG DSD to your amplifier/preamplifier with balanced inputs using balanced cables terminated with three-pole XLR connectors. Should your amplifier only be provided with single-ended inputs, you may insert the stock high quality adaptors into the YOUNG DSD outputs and then connect the YOUNG DSD to the amplifier using coaxial interconnect terminated with RCA plugs. The YOUNG DSD is provided with Gold-plated male XLR sockets.
NOTE: Ground on pin 1, send (hot) on pin 2, return (cold) on pin 3. If your amplifier requires hot on pin 3 and cold on pin 2, the connection will be inverting. In this case the absolute phase can be obtained using the “phase” feature of the YOUNG DSD
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6) AES/EBU digital input. Connect a source provided with 110 Ohms pro AES/EBU output. Female three-pole XLR socket.
7-8) S/PDIF digital inputs. Connect sources provided with 75 Ohms S/PDIF outputs. RCA and BNC female connector terminals are provided.
NOTE: it is possible, while not recommended for highest performance, to connect a source provided with RCA S/PDIF output to the DAC S/PDIF input provided with BNC connector, using a suitable BNC-to-RCA adapter (Note that this optional adapter is not included with the YOUNG DSD
9) Toslink™ optical digital input. Connect a source provided with a Toslink™
digital output. Toslink™ type connector.
10) USB connector. Connect to the USB 2.0 port of a computer using the stock USB cable. Type “B” female USB connector.
11) Power supply input. Connect the connector from the stock 15V-1.2A.
5.5/2.1mm jack with positive on tip.
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4. Remote Control
The YOUNG DSD comes with a fully-loaded remote control which allows for setting all of its controls.
Standby key: This allows for putting the YOUNG DSD in standby mode (prolonged push) and for awakening it.
DIM: Display dimming.
PHASE: Analog signal phase toggle.
MENU: Configuration menu access.
ESC: Menu exit with changes discarded.
Cursor keys: Allow for menu navigation.
OK: Menu exit with changes stored.
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VOL+/VOL-: Volume setting.
MUTE: Mute toggle on/off.
IN+/IN-: Input selection.
BAL L/BAL R: Balance setting.
AUX: Reserved for future use.
Player Controls: these buttons are dedicated to the control of
an audio player running on the computer attached to the YOUNG DSD. The following commands can be sent: Play/pause, next
Figure 3 track, previous track
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5. Connecting and Powering the Unit
WARNING: All connections between the YOUNG DSD be made when all units are turned off and completely powered down or unplugged. Failing to do so may cause damage to the YOUNG DSD units.
Please refer to chapter 3, “Back Panel”.
Connect the digital sources (CD/SACD/DVD player, satellite receiver, DAB receiver) to the inputs (Figure 2, 6-9).
Connect your computer to the YOUNG DSD USB input (Figure 2, 10).
If you want to use the YOUNG DSD as a preamplifier, connect the analog outputs to the inputs of a power amplifier; otherwise connect the outputs to a pair of inputs on an integrated amplifier or preamplifier (Figure 2, 5).
Connect the plug from the stock wall wart to the YOUNG DSD power input (Figure 2,
11).
Connect the wall wart to a mains outlet. The wall wart (AC-to-DC adapter) will automatically accept any voltage from 90VAC to 265VAC.
Switch the YOUNG DSD on by pushing the front panel button (Figure 1, 1).
NOTE: whenever the YOUNG DSD switch the power amplifier on after switching the YOUNG DSD the power amplifier off before switching the YOUNG DSD
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NOTE: it is possible to use a dedicated low noise power supply in place of the wall wart, to increase the sonic performance M2Tech provides a device for this purpose. Should the user opt for use of a non-M2Tech power supply, M2Tech reserves the right to void the YOUNG DSD
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6. Cleaning the Unit
The YOUNG DSD should be cleaned with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Do not use alcohol or any other types of cleaning fluids as they could damage the unit.
Avoid fluids from dropping or leaking inside the unit. Fluids of any type poured into the unit will void your warranty.
Be careful not to scratch the Plexiglas front screen.
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7. Using the Young DSD
At power on, the YOUNG DSD spends a little time to ensure that all supplies reach their nominal levels, during which the indication in Fig. 4 is displayed.
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After the power on delay is expired, some general operational information is displayed on the YOUNG DSD display, as shown in Fig. 5 and Fig. 6. The two figures shown refer to two different volume and source choices. In Fig. 6 the indications “M” and “PH” are shown to indicate that mute is active and phase is reversed.
VOL: 0.0DB IN:USB FS:ULOCK
Figure 5
M PH VOL:-32.5DB IN:RCA FS:ULOCK
Figure 6
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7.1. Volume Setting
Volume setting is done by either rotating the encoder knob (Figure 1.4), or pushing the VOL+ e VOL- keys on the remote control.
Volume can be set from -96dB (minimum) to 0dB (maximum) in 0.5dB steps.
Depending on the chosen volume display mode, the display will show attenuation in dB or in steps on a scale such that step “0” is equivalent of the minimum level possible.
7.2. Mute Toggle
The YOUNG DSD is provided with a feature (muting) which allows for immediately lowering of the listening level by 20dB without touching the encoder knob. This feature is useful when it is necessary to listen to another person for a while, or to operate the source to change track, answer the telephone, etc.
Muting is toggled by a short press of the front panel’s left button (Figure 1, 1). When muting is active, the “M” letter appears on the display (Figure 6).
To reset muting the user only needs to push the front panel button once more: the original listening level will be immediately restored and the “M” letter disappears.
As an alternative it is possible to toggle mute on and off by pushing the “MUTE” key on the remote control.
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WARNING: pay attention to the volume setting when the muting is active: if volume is raised too much, once the muting is reset the listening level could be too high so as to damage the speakers or even the listener’s ears. It is always wiser to limit volume when in mute mode and even when turning on and off the
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7.3. Choosing the Signal’s Phase
The YOUNG DSD allows user to choose the phase of the outgoing analog signal. This feature is useful in various ways. For example, it’s known that some recordings were made with inverted phase. Absolute phase can therefore be restored applying a second phase inversion into the DAC. Moreover, balanced connections come in two different standards, depending on whether a certain piece of equipment was designed in Japan on in a western Country: When connecting a Japanese gear to an American or European one, a phase inversion is obtained. In this case, too, a second phase inversion restores absolute phase.
To invert or restore the phase, just press the “PHASE” key on the remote control. When the phase is inverted, the indication “PH” appears on the display (Fig. 6).
7.4. Source Selection
The YOUNG DSD is provided with various inputs, therefore it is possible to connect different sources and select which one to listen to.
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To select a source, press the encoder shortly. The name of the current source will start flashing on the display. Rotate the encoder until the desired source is displayed. Then, press the encoder again to confirm: the new source will be selected. Should the user change his/her mind and keep the current source, it is sufficient to push the button to the left of the front panel (Fig. 1, 1) or avoid doing anything else: After a few seconds the YOUNG DSD will automatically return in its “idle” status without changing the source setting.
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7.5. Menu Navigation
The YOUNG DSD allows for configuring various parameters, some of which (the ones less frequently changed) are grouped in a menu which can be navigated by both the front panel’s controls and the dedicated keys on the remote control.
To access the menu, keep the encoder pressed for at least two seconds or push the “MENU” key on the remote control.
It is possible to scroll the various menu items with successive short pushes of the encoder or with the “arrow up” and “arrow down” keys on the remote control.
Once the desired menu item is displayed, it is possible to choose the desired value amongst the allowed values rotating the encoder or using the “arrow left” and “arrow right” keys on the remote control. The new value can therefore be confirmed with a new short push of the encoder or by pushing the “OK” key on the remote control.
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If, at this point, the user changes his/her mind and wants to keep the current value, it’s possible to exit the menu by pressing the front panel’s left button or by pushing the “ESC” key on the remote control.
Following is a description of all menu items.
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7.6. Balance Setting
The YOUNG DSD allows for setting the balance (that is, the relative level between left and right channel) within a +/-6dB range in 1dB steps. To set balance it is necessary to access the first menu item: The balance setting feature is shown as in Fig. 7.
CHANNELS BALANCE L <> R
Figure 7
Left channel is increased with regards to right channel by rotating the encoder counter clockwise or by pushing the “arrow left” key on the remote control; right channel is increased with regards to left channel by rotating the encoder clockwise or pushing the “arrow right” key on the remote control.
To confirm or discard the newly chosen balance setting, proceed as described in paragraph 7.5.
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Changes to the balance can be heard in real-time while rotating the encoder knob or pushing the “arrow left” and “arrow right” keys on the remote control, but a new balance setting is not stored in memory unless it’s confirmed by pressing the encoder knob or pushing the “OK” key on the remote control: this is useful to try new balance configurations without losing the current one when it proves to be the setting preferred.
NOTE: this feature can be directly accessed from the remote control for greater comfort by the “BAL L” and “BAL R” keys.
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7.7. Choosing the Maximum Output Level
The YOUNG DSD can be used as either a normal source (when it’s connected to one of the inputs of an integrated amplifier or a preamplifier), or as a preamplifier (when it’s connected to a power amplifier). The two setups require the YOUNG DSD to provide different output levels. In fact, many power amplifiers require higher voltages than those provided by a normal DAC to reach the full output power, voltages which, on the other hand, are largely excessive for a preamplifier.
The YOUNG DSD is capable of delivering an output voltage up to 10Vrms in balanced mode, more than sufficient to drive even the most challenging single-ended tube power amplifier. It’s obvious that should this ability be used to drive a preamplifier or a solid state power amplifier, the user would be forced to always keep volume very low, wasting a large part of the YOUNG DSD’s great low noise and dynamic performance.
For this reason, it is possible to choose the maximum output level the YOUNG DSD must deliver by the menu. The choice is between two values: 5Vrms in balanced (therefore 2.5Vrms in single-ended) and 10Vrms in balanced (equivalent to 5Vrms in
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single-ended). The first value is preferred when driving low-sensitivity power amplifiers, while the second value is best suited to when using the YOUNG DSD as a true source connecting it to a preamplifier or when a high sensitivity power amplifier is to be driven.
This feature is displayed on the display as shown in Fig. 8.
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OUTPUT VOLTAGE
5.0V
Figure 8
7.8. Setting the Display’s Backlight Intensity
The YOUNG DSD display’s backlight intensity can be set on four different levels. An automatic mode is also available which keeps the display always off, except when a command is executed. This feature is displayed as shown in Fig. 9.
BACKLIGHT LEVEL: 0
Figure 9
As for balance, this feature is applied in real-time to give user the possibility to immediately see the results. Automatic mode is indicated by the “AUTO” value.
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