Parasound Zdac v.2 Owner's Manual
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of this precision audio component and thank you for selecting
Parasound. We are proud to offer you this versatile audio component, knowing that it will bring you
many years of enjoyment and dependable operation. Please take a few moments to read the following
instructions so you can enjoy the benefits of your new Zdac v.2’s advanced performance capabilities.
You can find details of the Zdac v.2’s specifications and advanced technology at www.parasound.com.
Enjoy.
The Parasound Staff
www.parasound.com
Keep your Purchase Receipt/Bill of Sale and Keep the Carton for Future
Reference
Record the 5 digit serial number located on the bottom side of your Zdac v.2 in the space below. Also
note your Parasound dealer’s name and telephone number. Your purchase receipt/bill of sale is
required to determine if your Zdac v.2 is eligible for Parasound warranty service. We recommend that
you make an extra copy of your original purchase receipt/bill of sale and store it inside the Zdac v.2’s
carton. If the Zdac v.2 should require warranty repair you will need its original carton and foam packing
inserts to ship it. Please do not throw away the carton or foam packing inserts.
Parasound Zdac v.2 Serial # ______________________________
Parasound Dealer: ___________________________________
Parasound Dealer Phone Number: _______________________
Date of Purchase: ____________________________________
Important Warranty information
There is no Parasound warranty for this unit if it was not purchased from an Authorized
Parasound Dealer. Investigate warranty coverage statements made by unauthorized dealers very
carefully, as Parasound will not provide service under our warranty and you will need to depend
entirely upon the unauthorized dealer for warranty service. A list of Authorized Parasound Dealers and
detailed warranty information is available at www.parasound.com or you can call Parasound at (415)
397-7100 between 8:30 am and 4 pm Pacific time.
A missing or altered serial number could indicate that this unit was re-sold by an unauthorized
dealer or is stolen merchandise. If this unit is missing its serial number or the serial number has
been altered, you should return it to your dealer immediately for a full refund.
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................. 2
Placement and Ventilation Guidelines ............................. 4
115V / 230V AC Mains Voltage ................................... 5
Connecting Your Zdac v.2 ....................................... 6
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Use with Apple
Lightning Connector .............................. 6
Use without a Preamplifier
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12 Volt Trigger Inputs and Outputs ................................ 8
Front Panel Operation .......................................... 9
Headphone Listening .......................................... 9
USB Computer Setup ......................................... 10
Use with a Blu-ray/DVD Player or Set Top Box
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Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting ................... 11
If You Require Assistance or Warranty Repair ...................... 12
Specifications ............................................... 13
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Unpacking your Zdac v.2 & Placement
Guidelines
Unpacking Your Zdac v.2
Carefully remove your Zdac v.2 from its shipping carton and locate its AC power cord, USB cable and
12 Volt trigger wire. While you are unpacking your Zdac v.2, inspect it thoroughly for possible shipping
damage and tell your Parasound dealer immediately if you find any. If possible, save and store both the
inner and outer cartons and–most especially–the foam packing inserts, to protect the Zdac v.2 if you
have to move it or ship it. This would be a good time to make a copy of your sales receipt to store with
the Zdac v.2’s original packing.
Do not throw away the Zdac v.2 carton or foam packing inserts!
Placement Guidelines
Install your Zdac v.2 away from heat sources such as heating ducts, radiators, or other
heat-producing components. Observe the following ventilation guidelines when installing the Zdac v.2 in
an equipment rack or any other enclosed space:
You should never install the Zdac v.2 in an unventilated equipment cabinet or compartment because hot
air will not exhaust adequately to prevent overheating. Air won’t often circulate adequately in a cabinet
or enclosure whose front and back sides are open; pockets of intense heat can still develop around any
heat-producing equipment. Allow a few inches of empty space on each side and above the unit and try
to avoid crowding or stacking the Zdac v.2 tightly between other components. A ventilation fan is also
recommended where other heat-producing equipment must be mounted close to the Zdac v.2.
If you’re installing the Zdac v.2 yourself, use input and output cables that are long enough to
leave at least two feet of slack; that will enable you to pull the Zdac v.2 out of a cabinet to check
or to change connections without inadvertently disconnecting cables. If you’re putting the
Zdac v.2 inside a cabinet, it needs a space that’s at least 11 inches wide so you’ll be able to
turn it around for access to its rear panel connections.
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AC Voltage Selection
Check the 115V/230V Voltage switch before plugging in the Zdac v.2’s AC power cord!
Make sure the 115V/230V Voltage Selector switch on the Zdac v.2’s bottom side is set for the
correct AC line (mains) voltage before you plug in the Zdac v.2’s power cord. The unit can be
seriously damaged if this switch is set incorrectly for your AC mains voltage.
In the 115V position the Zdac v.2 can safely operate with AC Line voltages between 110V-120V which
is correct for North America, including Mexico, and also in Taiwan. In some countries, such as Brazil,
AC voltages are different by region. Most other countries require setting it to 230V. With the 230V
setting the Zdac v.2 can operate safely with AC line voltages between 220V-240V.
If you are not certain of your local AC voltage call your dealer. The following website will also be helpful:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mains_electricity_by_country#Voltage_ranges
Note: A Zdac v.2 that has been damaged by connection to the incorrect AC voltage is not
covered by the Parasound warranty.
(Zdac v.2 Bottom)
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