TEAC UD-503 Owner's Manual
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ENGLISH
UD-503
USB D/A Converter
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
D01252820A
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION
o DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO EXPOSE
THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.
o IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT,
CONTACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE UNIT FOR
A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS
BEEN REPAIRED.
o USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT
IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
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) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 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 outlet, consult an electrician 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 use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified 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.
o The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the
AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON
position.
o The mains plug is used as the disconnect device; the disconnect
device shall remain readily operable.
o 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.
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CAUTION
o Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
o Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
o Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a
book case or similar unit.
o The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC
outlet so that you can easily reach the power cord plug at any
time.
o If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or
installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine,
fire or excessive heat.
o CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batter-
ies: there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with
an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
WARNING
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Precautions concerning batteries
Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak leading to
fire, injury or the staining of nearby things. Please read and observe
the following precautions carefully.
o Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive (¥) and
negative (^) orientations.
o Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of bat-
teries together.
o If the remote control is not used for a long time (more than a
month), remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking.
o If the batteries leak, wipe away the leakage inside the battery
compartment and replace the batteries with new ones.
o Do not use batteries of types other than those specified. Do not
mix new batteries with old ones or use different types of batteries together.
o Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Never throw batteries into
fire or water.
o Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. The
batteries could short circuit, leak or explode.
o Never recharge a battery unless it is confirmed to be a recharge-
able type.
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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.
IN USA/CANADA, USE ONLY ON 120 V SUPPLY.
The nameplate is located on the bottom of the unit as shown below.
Front side
Nameplate
“DSD” is a registered trademark.
Windows is either registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Mac, Mac OS and OS 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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
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Model for USA
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.
Declaration of Conformity
Responsible party:
TEAC AMERICA, INC.
Address: 1834 Gage Road, Montebello, California, U.S.A.
Telephone number : 1-323-726-0303
This device complies with Part.15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause interference
2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
For European Customers
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment
and batteries and/or accumulators
a) All electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/
accumulators should be disposed of separately from the
municipal waste stream via collection facilities designated by
the government or local authorities.
b) By disposing of electrical/electronic equipment and waste
batteries/accumulators correctly, you will help save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on
human health and the environment.
c) Improper disposal of waste electrical/electronic equipment
and batteries/accumulators can have serious effects on the
environment and human health because of the presence of
hazardous substances in the equipment.
d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
symbols, which show wheeled bins that have been
crossed out, indicate that electrical/electronic equipment and batteries/accumulators must be collected
and disposed of separately from household waste.
If a battery or accumulator contains more than the
specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or
cadmium (Cd) as defined in the Battery Directive
(2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for those
elements will be indicated beneath the WEEE symbol.
e) Return and collection systems are available to end users. For
more detailed information about the disposal of old electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators,
please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the equipment.
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Model for Canada
Industry Canada’s Compliance Statement:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Model for Europe
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, TEAC AUDIO EUROPE, Liegnitzer Straße 6, 82194
Gröbenzell, Germany declare in own responsibility,
the TEAC product described in this manual is in
compliance with the corresponding technical standards.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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Contents
Included items
Thank you for choosing TEAC.
Read this manual carefully to get the best performance from this
unit. After reading it, keep it in a safe place with the warranty card
for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............................2
Included items ....................................................5
Before use .........................................................6
Maintenance ......................................................7
Using the TEAC Global Site .........................................7
Product registration ...............................................7
Using the remote control ..........................................7
Connections (rear panel) ...........................................8
Connections (front panel) .........................................10
Connecting headphones .........................................11
Names and functions of parts (main unit) .........................12
Names and functions of parts (remote control) ....................13
Display ...........................................................14
Check to be sure the box contains all the included items shown
below.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any
of these items are missing or have been damaged during
transportation.
Power cord × 1
RCA conversion (RCA to mini plug) cable × 1
Remote control (RC-1319) × 1
Batteries for remote control (AAA) × 2
Owner’s manual (this document) × 1
o Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Warranty card × 1 (for users in the USA and Canada only)
o Users in Europe and other countries and regions should see the
back of this document for information about the warranty.
Pads × 3
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Upconversion function ...........................................15
Basic operation ...................................................16
Settings ..........................................................17
Playing back music on a computer ................................20
Restoring default settings .........................................21
Troubleshooting ..................................................22
Specifications .....................................................23
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Before use
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Placement precautions
o Do not install this unit in a location that could become hot.
This includes places that are exposed to direct sunlight or near
a radiator, heater, stove or other heating equipment. Moreover,
do not place it on top of an amplifier or other equipment that
generates heat. Doing so could cause discoloration, deformation
or malfunction.
o Avoid locations that are extremely cold or exposed to excessive
humidity or dust.
o When installing this unit, leave a little space (at least 3 cm or 8")
between it and walls and other devices in order to allow good
heat dissipation. If you put it in a rack, for example, leave at least
5 cm (2") open above it and at least 10 cm (4") open behind it.
Failure to provide these gaps could cause heat to build up inside
and result in fire.
o Place the unit in a stable location near the audio system that you
will use with it.
o DO NOT place anything, not even CDs, CD-Rs, LP records or cas-
sette tapes, on top of the units. Doing so could cause damage.
o The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage
printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this
matter, consult an electrician.
o Do not move the unit during use.
o Do not open the body of the unit because this could result in
damage to the circuitry or cause electric shock. If a foreign object
should enter the unit, contact your dealer.
o When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull
directly on the plug; never yank on the cord.
Note about pinpoint feet
High-precision metal pinpoint feet are attached firmly to the bottom plate of this unit.
The stands for these feet are loose, but when the unit is placed in
position, it is supported by these pinpoint feet, which will effectively
disperse vibrations.
Chassis
Foot-stand (metal)
o Apply the included pads to the bottoms of the foot-stands to
avoid scratching the surface where the unit is placed.
Pinpoint foot (metal)
Screws that attach foot-stand
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Maintenance
Using the remote control
Wipe dirt from the top cover and other panel surfaces using a
soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with a diluted neutral
cleanser.
Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, thinner or other chemical agents. Doing so could damage the surface.
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For your safety, disconnect the power cord from
the socket before cleaning.
Using the TEAC Global Site
You can download updates for this unit from the TEAC Global Site:
http://teac-global.com/
1) Open the TEAC Global Site.
2) In the TEAC Downloads section, click the desired language to
open the Downloads website page for that language.
NOTE
If the desired language does not appear, click Other Languages.
3) Click the “Search by Model Name” section to open the Downloads
page for that product. (Users in Europe should click the product
name in the “Products” section instead.)
4) Select and download the updates that are needed.
Precautions for use
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Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or
leak, which might result in fire, injury or the staining of nearby materials. Please carefully read and
observe the precautions on page 3.
o When using the remote control, point it toward the remote con-
trol signal receiver on the main unit from a distance of 5 m (16 ft)
or less. Do not place obstructions between the main unit and the
remote control.
o The remote control might not work if the remote control signal
receiver on the unit is exposed to direct sunlight or bright light. If
this occurs, try moving the unit.
o Beware that use of this remote control could cause the unin-
tentional operation of other devices that can be controlled by
infrared rays.
Installing batteries
Remove the cover from the back of the remote control and insert
two AAA batteries with their ¥/^ ends oriented in the case as
shown. Replace the cover.
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Product registration
Customers in the USA, please visit the following TEAC website to
register your TEAC product online.
http://audio.teac.com/support/registration/
When to replace batteries
If the distance required between the remote and the main unit
decreases or if the unit stops responding to the remote buttons,
replace both batteries with new ones.
Dispose of the used batteries according to the instructions on them
or requirements set by your local municipality.
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Connections (rear panel)
Analog audio output
device
Audio output
(LINE OUT, etc.)
A B
Device that outputs
clock signal
CLOCK SYNC OUT
LR
RCA audio cables
50Ω BNC coaxial cable
Digital audio output
device
DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL)
RCA coaxial digital cable
Digital audio output
device
DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
Optical digital cable
C D
Connect cables for the
pair set for line output
(page 19).
Sound will only be output
from the selected pair.
If headphones are
connected, sound will
stop being output from
the rear panel connectors.
The polarity of the XLR
connectors can be set so
that either 2 or 3 is HOT
(page 19).
XLR cables
Audio input
(LINE IN, etc.)
RCA audio cables
Connect a set of
cables of one type
or the other.
LRLR
FE
USB cable
G
Included power cord
If using a Windows OS,
install the dedicated driver
on the computer before
connecting this unit to it
(page 20).
c
Wall outlet
Stereo amplifier or
powered speakers
Computer
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A
Analog audio input connectors (LINE IN)
Use these to input stereo analog audio. Connect the audio
output connectors of a cassette deck, CD player or other audio
output equipment to these.
Use commercially-available RCA audio cables for
connections.
Connect this unit's R input connector to the R output connector of the audio output device, and this unit's L input connector
to the L output connector of the other device.
White (L)
Red (R)
B
CLOCK SYNC input connector (10MHz IN)
Input a synchronization signal (clock sync) here.
To input a 10MHz oscillator signal (sine wave output), connect
the oscillator output here.
o Use a commercially-available BNC coaxial cable (50 Ω) for
connection.
o Clock sync is possible when the input source is USB.
C
RCA COAXIAL digital audio input connector
White (L)
Red (R)
F
USB port
Use to input digital audio from a computer. Connect it to a
computer's USB port.
Use a commercially-available USB2.0 cable (A-B type) for
this connection.
ATTENTION
Before connecting a computer that is running a Windows OS, you
must install the dedicated driver on the computer (page 20).
Proper connection is not possible with a computer that does
not have this driver installed.
G
Power inlet (~IN)
Insert the included power cord here.
After completing all other connections, insert the power plug
into a power outlet.
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Use only the included power cord. Use of other
power cords could result in fire or electric shock.
Unplug the cord from the outlet when not using
the unit for a long time.
EN
Use this to input digital audio. Connect the coaxial digital audio
output connector of a digital audio device to it.
Use a commercially-available RCA coaxial digital cable
for connection.
D
OPTICAL digital audio input connector
Use this to input digital audio. Connect the optical digital audio
output connector of a digital audio device to it.
Use a commercially-available optical digital cable for connection.
E
Analog audio output connectors (LINE OUT)
These output 2 channels of analog audio. Connect these XLR or
RCA connectors to a stereo amplifier or powered speakers.
Use commercially available cables for connections.
XLR: balanced XLR cables
RCA: RCA audio cables
Connect this unit's R connector to the R connector of the
amplifier and its Lconnector to the L connector of the amplifier.
o See“Line output” on page 19 for analog output settings.
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Complete all other connections before turning
the unit on.
o Carefully read the manuals of the devices that you are connect-
ing and follow their instructions when making connections.
o Do not bundle connecting cables with power cords. Doing so
could cause noise.
o Connect all plugs completely.
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Connections (front panel)
Digital audio input (OPT/COAX IN)
This input connector can be used for both optical (OPT) and coaxial
(COAX) connections.
Optical (OPT) connection
Use a commercially-available optical cable with a mini plug.
To enable this input, turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select OPTf.
o The “f” indicates the front panel.
Optical mini plug
Coaxial (COAX) connection
Use the included RCA conversion cable and a commerciallyavailable RCA coaxial digital cable.
To enable this input, turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select COAXf.
o The “f” indicates the front panel.
RCA conversion cable
RCA coaxial digital cable
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Connecting headphones
PHONES
Ordinary headphones (unbalanced drive)
When using unbalanced headphones, set HEADPHONES to STEREO
(page 18).
Connect the headphones to either or both left and right jacks.
o When connecting headphones to both jacks, use headphones
with the same impedance and efficiency.
o Be aware that if you use two pairs of headphones with different
efficiencies at the same time, you will not be able to adjust their
volumes separately.
Wiring illustration
The following wirings support headphones that use balanced drive.
Tip(R+)
Ring(R-)
Sleeve(NC)
Tip(L+)
Ring(L-)
Sleeve(NC)
Twin-core shielded
Twin-core shielded
+
R
–
+
L
–
PHONES
Single-core shielded
ATTENTION
Tip(R+)
Ring(R-)
Sleeve(NC)
Tip(L+)
Ring(L-)
Sleeve(NC)
or parallel wiring
Single-core shielded
or parallel wiring
+
R
–
+
L
–
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Balanced headphones
When using balanced headphones, set HEADPHONES to BALANCED
or ACTIVE GND (page 18).
RL
Connect the L headphones plug to the left jack and the R
headphones plug to the right jack.
o The headphones plugs should be standard 6.3mm (1/4") plugs.
o Connecting a mono plug will short one side.
o When using twin-core shielded wires, do not connect the shields
to the headphones.
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CAUTION
While wearing headphones, do not connect or disconnect them or
turn the unit on or off.
Doing so could result in a sudden loud noise that could harm your
hearing.
After connecting headphones to this unit, always set the volume to
minimum (−∞ dB) before putting the headphones on (page 16).
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Names and functions of parts (main unit)
A B C D E F G H I
A
POWER switch
Use to turn the unit on and off.
o If the display is dark even though the POWER switch is set to
ON, the cause is usually one of the following.
• The power is on, but DIMMER (display brightness) is set to
OFF (page 19).
• The automatic power saving function has put the unit into
standby.
• The power cord is disconnected.
To turn the unit on, press the STANDBY/ON button on the
remote control, or set the power switch to OFF once and then
back to ON.
B
CLOCK indicator
This shows the clock synchronization status.
Lit: The unit is synchronized with the clock from the
CLOCK SYNC input connector (10MHz IN).
Blinking: No clock is being input or the unit is not being
synchronized.
Unlit: No clock sync is occurring.
o See page 18 for clock sync settings.
C
Digital audio input (OPT/COAX IN)
Use this to input digital audio.
Optical connection: Use an optical cable with a mini plug.
Coaxial connection: Use the included RCA conversion cable.
D
INPUT SELECTOR knob
E
MENU button
Press to enter setting mode (page 17).
Press when in setting mode to return to the previous screen.
F
Remote control signal receiver
This receives signals from the remote control. When operating
the remote control, point it at the remote control signal receiver.
G
PHONES jacks
Connect headphones with a standard 6.3mm (1/4") stereo plug
here (page 11).
o If headphones are connected to this unit, audio will not be
output from the analog audio outputs on the rear panel.
H
Display
This display shows information about the audio playing back
and menu screens.
I
VOLUME knob
Use to adjust the headphones output volume. Turn right to
increase and left to decrease the volume.
o To enable adjustment of this unit's analog audio output
volume, set LINE OUT LEVEL to VARIABLE (“Line output level”
on page 19). This will enable adjustment of the analog
output level using this VOLUME knob.
o Volume settings are retained separately for analog audio
output and headphone output.
Use to select the input source.
Use to change setting values when a menu item is shown.
Press to use as an ENTER button.
Turn when the menu is open to change the item shown or the
setting value.
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Names and functions of parts (remote control)
a
STANDBY/ON button
Press to put the unit into standby mode or turn it on.
b
d
a
c
e
g
h
k
b
INPUT buttons
Use to select the playback source.
c
UPCONVERT button
Use to change the upconversion setting.
d
FILTER button
Use to change the filter setting.
This changes the filter according to the input (PCM or DSD).
i
j
e
HEADPHONE button
Use to change the headphone type.
f
MUTE button
Press to minimize the volume.
EN
f
g
DIMMER button
Use to adjust the brightness of the main unit's display.
h
MENU button
Press to enter setting mode (page 17).
Press when in setting mode to return to the previous screen.
When the main unit and the remote control both have buttons
with the same functions, this manual explains how to use one of
the buttons. The other corresponding button can be used in the
same manner.
i
ENTER button
Press to confirm the selected item.
j
Up/down (k/j) buttons
Use to select setting items.
k
VOLUME (+/−) buttons
Use these buttons to adjust the volume.
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Display
When on
WELCOME
c
TEAC
UD-503
After the above messages appear, the input source will be shown on
the display.
Input source information display
The input source information display will appear after turning the
unit on as well as when about 10 seconds pass without operation
when a setting screen is open.
Display example
When headphones are not connected and LINE OUT LEVEL is
set to FIX or OFF
Digital filter setting
Audio data
processing method
Input source name
USB ORG DF OFF
PCM 44.1kHz
Input source name
This shows the name of the selected source.
The names shown on the display correspond to the selected connectors as follows.
USB
USB port
COAXf
Coaxial connection with the digital audio input (OPT/COAX IN)
on the front panel
COAX
RCA COAXIAL digital audio input connector on the rear panel
OPTf
Optical connection with the digital audio input (OPT/COAX IN)
on the front panel
OPT
OPTICAL digital audio input connector on the rear panel
LINE
Analog audio input connectors (LINE IN) on the rear panel
Audio data processing methods
ORG
The original input signal is sent directly to the D/A converter
without upconversion.
2Fs
4Fs
8Fs
DSD
The upconversion shown will be used (page 18).
DoP
DSD signal is received by DoP (DSD over PCM) method.
Input signal status
o Turning the VOLUME knob will not change the volume.
When headphones are connected or LINE OUT LEVEL is set to
VARIABLE
USB ORG DF OFF
PCM 44k -41.5dB
Input signal status Volume
o Turning the VOLUME knob will change the volume, and the vol-
ume will appear to the right of the input signal status.
Digital filter setting
This shows the digital filter setting (page 18).
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Upconversion function
Input signal status
This shows the input source signal status.
UNLOCK!
The unit cannot synchronize with the input signal.
NOT AUDIO!
A signal with a format that cannot be played is being received.
UNCONNECTED!
The input source is USB, but no USB cable is connected to the unit.
READY
The input source is USB, but no audio signal is being received.
ANALOG
The input source is the analog audio inputs.
PCM 32kHz
PCM 44.1kHz
PCM 48kHz
PCM 88.2kHz
PCM 96kHz
PCM 128kHz
PCM 176.4kHz
PCM 192kHz
PCM 256kHz
PCM 352.8kHz
PCM 384kHz
DSD 2.8MHz
DSD 5.6MHz
DSD 11.2MHz
These show the input signal type and sampling frequency.
You can use the upconversion function with digital audio input
(OPT, COAX) and USB input (page 18).
The relationships between input sampling frequencies and sampling frequencies after upconversion are as follows.
Input source Upconversion setting
Digital audio
input
Input sampling
frequency
32 − 32 64 128 256 8.0
44.1 44.1 44.1 88.2 176.4 352.8 11.2
88.2 88.2 88.2 88.2 176.4 352.8 11.2
176.4 176.4 176.4 176.4 176.4 352.8 11.2
− 352.8 352.8 352.8 352.8 352.8 11.2
48 48 48 96 192 384 12.2
96 96 96 96 192 384 12.2
192 192 192 192 192 384 12.2
− 384 384 384 384 384 12.2
Values indicated by are unchanged.
USB OFF 2Fs 4Fs 8Fs DSD
Sampling frequency after upconversion
[kHz] [kHz] [MHz]
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Volume display
The volume setting will be shown when you turn this unit's VOLUME
knob.
Display example
Volume -
60
.0dB
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Basic operation
1 Shift the POWER switch to its ON position to turn
the unit on.
o If a stereo amplifier is connected to this unit, always turn its
power ON very last.
2 Turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select the input
source.
3 Operate the playback device.
Refer to the operation manual of that device.
4 Adjust the volume.
When using the line outputs
When LINE OUT LEVEL is set to VARIABLE, turn this unit's VOLUME
knob to adjust the volume.
When LINE OUT LEVEL is set to any other setting, the volume
cannot be adjusted from this unit. Use the stereo amplifier or
other device connected to this unit to adjust the volume.
When headphones are connected to this unit
Turn this unit's VOLUME knob to adjust the volume.
o When this unit's VOLUME knob is enabled, the volume set-
ting will be shown.
The selected source appears on the display.
o You can also use the up and down (k, j) buttons on the
remote control.
o If the input signal is not a digital audio signal or is an audio
signal format that is not supported by this unit, such as
Dolby Digital, DTS or AAC, “NOT AUDIO!” will appear on the
screen and no audio will be output. Set the digital output of
the connected device to PCM audio output.
o To use a computer running a Windows OS to play back
audio files when this unit is set to USB, you must first install a
dedicated driver on the computer before connecting them
(page 20).
o DSD data can only be played back using USB or DoP format
digital input.
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Settings
1 Press the MENU button to show the setting items.
2 Turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to show the setting
to be changed.
3 Press the INPUT SELECTOR knob to confirm the
selection.
EN
o You can also press the ENTER button on the remote control.
o The currently set value is shown on the display.
4 Turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to change the set-
ting value.
o You can also use the up and down (k, j) buttons on the
remote control.
o Press the MENU button to return to setting item selection.
o You can also use the up and down (k, j) buttons on the
remote control.
The menu items appear in the following order.
HEADPHONES
UPCONVERT
PCM D-FILTER
DSD D-FILTER
CLOCK SYNC
LINE OUT
LINE OUT LEVEL
5 When you are done changing settings, press the
MENU button to show the input source status again.
o If you do not do anything for about 10 seconds, the display
will return to showing the input source status.
DIMMER
AUTO POWER SAVE
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Upconversion
DSD digital filter
Use to activate the upconversion circuit when receiving PCM format
signals.
o See page 15 for the relationships between input sampling fre-
quencies and sampling frequencies after upconversion.
*UPCONVERT
> OFF
OFF
The original input signal is sent directly to the D/A converter
without upconversion.
2Fs
If the input audio signal is less than 2× a standard sampling frequency (32, 44.1 or 48 kHz), it is upconverted 2× and then sent to
the D/A converter.
4Fs
If the input audio signal is less than 4× a standard sampling frequency (32, 44.1 or 48 kHz), it is upconverted 4× and then sent to
the D/A converter.
8Fs
If the input audio signal is less than 8× a standard sampling frequency (32, 44.1 or 48 kHz), it is upconverted 8× and then sent to
the D/A converter.
DSD
The input source is converted to DSD digital format, and then
sent to the D/A converter.
Use to set the digital filter when receiving DSD format signals.
*DSD D-FILTER
> CUTOFF 150kHz
CUTOFF 50kHz
50Hz cutoff frequency
CUTOFF 150kHz
150Hz cutoff frequency
Clock sync
o Clock sync is possible when the input source is USB.
*CLOCK SYNC
> OFF
OFF
No clock sync is used.
ON
This unit's master clock will be synchronized to the 10MHz clock
input through the CLOCK SYNC input connector (10MHz IN).
Headphones settings
PCM digital filter
Use to set the digital filter when receiving PCM format signals.
*PCM D-FILTER
> OFF
OFF
The digital filter is disabled.
FIR SHARP
An FIR filter with a steep roll-off is used to sharply cut signals outside the audio band.
FIR SLOW
An FIR filter with a slow roll-off is used to gently cut signals outside the audio band.
SDLY SHARP
A short delay filter with a steep roll-off is used to sharply cut signals outside the audio band.
SDLY SLOW
A short delay filter with a slow roll-off is used to gently cut signals
outside the audio band.
*HEADPHONES
> STEREO
Make settings suitable for the headphones being connected (page
11).
STEREO
Unbalanced headphones
BALANCED
Balanced headphones
Balanced headphones are operated with differential drive.
The negative and positive connectors operate with opposite
polarities.
ACTIVE GND
Balanced headphones
The amp drives so that the negative connector of balanced headphones is 0 V.
To the headphones, the characteristics of the outputs become
equivalent.
o When receiving signals at 352.8 kHz or 384 kHz, the digital filter
will be disabled during playback regardless of this setting.
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Line output
*LINE OUT
> RCA
Use to select the connectors that output analog audio.
o Output through both the RCA connectors and the XLR connec-
tors at the same time is not possible.
RCA
Output through the RCA connectors.
XLR2
Output through the XLR connectors with 2: HOT polarity.
XLR3
Output through the XLR connectors with 3: HOT polarity.
Line output level
*LINE OUT LEVEL
> FIX 0dB
Display brightness
*DIMMER
> DIMMER 3
DIMMER 3
Ordinary brightness
DIMMER 2
Slightly dim
DIMMER 1
Even dimmer
OFF
Display off
o The display stays unlit even when the unit is on.
Automatic power saving function
This unit has an automatic power saving function.
o The automatic power saving function is on when the unit is
shipped new from the factory.
EN
Use to select audio level output from the analog audio output connectors (LINE OUT).
FIX 0dB
A maximum of 2 Vrms is output. Select this if you want to adjust
the volume using an amplifier.
o No sound will be output if headphones are connected.
FIX +6dB
A maximum of 4 Vrms is output. Select this if you want to adjust
the volume using an amplifier.
o No sound will be output if headphones are connected.
o If the sound distorts, set this to FIX 0dB.
VARIABLE
This will enable adjustment of the analog output level using the
VOLUME knob. Select this if you want to adjust the volume using
this unit.
o No sound will be output if headphones are connected.
OFF
No sound is ever output.
*AUTO POWER SAVE
> ON
OFF
The automatic power saving function is disabled.
ON
The unit will automatically enter standby mode if there is no audio
input when the input source is LINE or if no input signal is locked
for about 30 minutes when the input source is anything else.
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Playing back music on a computer
Installing the driver on a computer
This unit can be connected with computers running the following
operating systems. Operation with other operating systems is not
guaranteed (As of April, 2015).
When using Mac OS
The driver works with the following versions.
OS X Lion (10.7)
OS X Mountain Lion (10.8)
OS X Mavericks (10.9)
OS X Yosemite (10.10)
This unit will run with the standard OS driver, so there is no need to
install a special driver.
When using Windows
The driver works with the following versions.
Windows 7 (32/64-bit)
Windows 8 (32/64-bit)
Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit)
Installing the driver on the computer
In order to play audio files stored on a computer through this unit,
you must install a dedicated driver on that computer beforehand.
Download the dedicated driver from the TEAC Global Site:
Downloading playback application TEAC
HR Audio Player
You can download Mac and Windows versions of our free TEAC HR
Audio Player application that supports playback of DSD files from
the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).
TEAC HR Audio Player setting note
To play 11.2MHz DSD recordings with TEAC HR Audio Player, open
the Configure window and set the “Decode mode” to “DSD Native.”
To play formats other than 11.2MHz DSD, you can set this to either
“DSD over PCM” or “DSD Native” as you like.
For details, see “Selecting DSD decoding mode” in the TEAC HR
Audio Player Owner’s Manual.
Playing back audio files from a computer
1 Connect this unit to the computer using a USB cable.
TEAC Global Site
http://teac-global.com/
ATTENTION
Install the dedicated driver before connecting the unit with
the computer by USB.
If you connect this unit with a computer before installing the driver,
it will not work properly.
o For instructions about driver installation procedures, access the
Downloads page from the TEAC Global site (http://teac-global.
com/).
o Depending on the combination of hardware and software, proper
operation might not be possible even with the above operating
systems.
About the transmission mode
This unit connects using high-speed asynchronous mode.
The sampling frequencies that can be transmitted are 44.1, 48, 88.2,
96, 176.4, 192, 352.8 and 384 kHz.
When properly connected, you will be able to select “TEAC USB
AUDIO DEVICE” as an audio output from the computer OS.
USB cable
o Use a cable with a connector that matches that of this unit.
2 Turn the computer on.
o Confirm that the operating system has started properly.
3 Shift the POWER switch to its ON position to turn
the unit on.
o In asynchronous mode, the audio data sent from the computer
will be processed using this unit's clock, enabling the amount of
jitter that occurs during data transmission to be reduced.
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Restoring default settings
4 Turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select USB.
5 Start playback of an audio le on the computer.
By maximizing the output volume from the computer and
adjusting the volume output from the stereo amplifier, better
sound quality can be achieved.
Minimize the stereo amplifier volume before beginning playback. Then, gradually increase it.
When using headphones connected to this unit, turn the
VOLUME knob counterclockwise to minimize the volume before
putting them on. Then, gradually increase it.
While pressing and holding the MENU button, set the POWER
switch to ON.
EN
o Release the MENU button when the “SETUP CLEAR” message
appears.
The factory default settings are the setting values shown in the
screen images used in the explanations in this manual.
o The computer and this unit cannot control each other.
o Do not do any of the following when playing back an audio file
via USB. Doing so could cause the computer to malfunction.
Always quit the audio playback software before doing any of the
following.
- Unplugging the USB cable
- Turning this unit off
- Changing the current input selection
o When playing back an audio file via USB, computer operation
sounds will also be output. If you do not want these sounds to
be output, make appropriate settings on the computer to turn
them off.
o If you connect this unit with the computer or change its input to
USB after starting the audio playback software, audio files might
not play back correctly. If this should occur, restart the audio
playback software or restart the computer.
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