Teac USB D-A, UD-501 User Manual
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UD-501
USB D/A Converter
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
D01181800A
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
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.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
For U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
CAUTION
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DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO
EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
ARE INSIDE.
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IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT,
CONTACT TEAC FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE
PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
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USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
IN NORTH AMERICA USE ONLY ON 120 V SUPPLY.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance will void
the user’s warranty.
For Canada
Industry Canada’s Compliance Statement:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.
“DSD” is a registered trademark.
Microsoft, Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
Apple, Macintosh and Mac 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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Front side
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype 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.
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The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the
AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON
position.
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The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect
device shall remain readily operable.
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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.
CAUTION
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Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
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Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book
case or similar unit.
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The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet
so that you can easily reach the power cord plug at any time.
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If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or
installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire
or excessive heat.
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CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batteries:
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
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.
Nameplate
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For European Customers
Pb, Hg, Cd
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment
(a) All electrical and electronic equipment 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 and electronic equipment 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 and electronic equipment
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)
symbol, which shows a wheeled bin that has been
crossed out, indicates that electrical and electronic
equipment must be collected and disposed of separately
from household waste.
(e)
Return and collection systems are available to end users. For
more detailed information about the disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your city office,
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the
equipment.
Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
(a) Waste batteries and/or 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 waste batteries and/or 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 batteries and/or accumulators can
have serious effects on the environment and human health
because of the presence of hazardous substances in them.
(d) The WEEE symbol, which shows a wheeled bin that
has been crossed out, indicates that batteries and/or
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 waste batteries and/or accumulators, please contact your city office, waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased them.
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Contents
Included items
Thank you for choosing TEAC. Read this manual carefully
to get the best performance from this unit.
Included items .........................................5
Before use .............................................6
Maintenance ...........................................6
Names and functions of parts ..........................7
Connecting equipment ................................8
Basic operation ...................................... 10
Display ...............................................11
Playing back music on a computer ....................13
Settings ..............................................15
Troubleshooting ..................................... 18
Specifications ........................................ 20
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 audio cable × 1
Owner's manual (this document) × 1
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
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Warranty card × 1
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Before use Maintenance
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Placement precautions
Do not put anything on top of the unit.
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Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or close to any
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source of heat, such as a radiator, heater, open fireplace
or amplifier. Also avoid locations that are subject to vibrations or exposed to excessive dust, cold or moisture.
Place the unit in a stable location near the audio sys-
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tem that you will use with it.
Do not move the unit during use.
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The voltage supplied to the unit should match the volt-
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age printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt
regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
As the unit could become warm during operation,
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always leave sufficient space around it for ventilation.
When placing this unit, position it so that it is at least 3
cm (1.2") from walls and other devices in order to allow
good heat dissipation. When installing it in a rack, leave
at least 5 cm (2") open above the unit and 10 cm (4")
open behind it.
If the surface of the unit becomes dirty, wipe it with a
soft dry cloth. If the unit becomes very dirty, dampen a
soft cloth slightly with a diluted neutral cleanser and thoroughly wring out any excess fluid before using the cloth
to wipe the unit.
Q For your safety, disconnect the power cord from
the socket before cleaning.
Never spray liquid directly on the unit.
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Do not use thinner or alcohol as they could damage
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the surface of the unit.
Avoid allowing rubber or plastic materials to touch this
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product for long periods of time, because they could
damage the cabinet.
Do not open the body of the unit as this might result
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in damage to the circuitry or cause electric shock. If a
foreign object should get into the unit, contact your
dealer or a TEAC service center.
When removing the power plug from the wall outlet,
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always pull directly on the plug; never yank on the cord.
Depending on the electromagnetic waves of television
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broadcasts, interference might appear on television
screens when this unit’s power is on. This does not
mean that this unit or the TV is malfunctioning. If this
occurs, turn this unit’s power off.
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Names and functions of parts
A B C D E F
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A
POWER switch
Use to turn the power ON and OFF.
B
PHONES jack
Connect headphones with a standard 6.3 mm (1/4" )
stereo plug here.
C
INPUT SELECTOR knob
Use to select the input source. The indicator lights
next to the selected input source.
Use to change setting values when a menu item is
shown.
If you turn this knob when the unit has entered
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standby because of the automatic power saving
function, the unit's power will turn ON again.
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Display
This display shows information about the audio playing back and menu screens.
F
PHONES LEVEL knob
Use to adjust the headphones output volume. Turn
right to increase and left to decrease the volume.
This knob does not adjust the output level from the
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analog LINE OUT connectors.
The maximum volume level is 0 and the minimum
level is −∞ (negative infinity). When using head
phones, before turning the power on, use the
PHONES LEVEL knob to set the headphones volume
level to its minimum (−∞). Failure to do so might
cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your
hearing or result in other trouble.
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MENU button
Press to enter setting mode (page 15).
If you press this button when the unit has entered
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standby because of the automatic power saving
function, the unit's power will turn ON again.
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Digital audio
Digital audio
Connecting equipment
Personal computer
If using a Windows OS,
install the dedicated
driver on the computer
before connecting this
unit to it. (page 13)
A
output device
DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL)
RCA coaxial digital cable
USB cable
B C D
A
output device
DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
Optical digital cable
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The polarity of the
XLR connectors can
be set so that either
2 or 3 is HOT (p.16).
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Included power cord
Connect a set of
cables of one type
or the other.
RCA audio cable
XLR cable
Wall socket
LRLR
Audio input
(LINE IN, etc.)
Stereo amplier or powered speaker
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A
White (L)
White (L)
Analog audio output connectors
(LINE OUT)
These are a two-channel analog audio output pair.
Connect these XLR connectors and RCA jacks to stereo amplifiers or powered speakers.
Use the included cables or commercially-available
cables to make these connections.
XLR: Balanced XLR cables
RCA: RCA audio cable
Connect the R connector of this unit with the R
connector of the amplifier. Likewise, connect the L
connector of this unit with the L connector of the
amplifier.
Red (R)
B
USB input connector (DIGITAL IN)
Use to input digital audio from a computer. Connect it
to a computer's USB connector.
Use a commercially available USB cable for connection.
Red (R)
D
Optical digital audio input connectors
Use to input digital audio. Connect the optical digital
audio output connectors of digital audio devices to
them.
Use commercially available optical digital cables to
make the connections.
E
AUTO POWER SAVE switch
Use to turn the automatic power saving function ON
and OFF. When ON, the unit will automatically enter
standby mode if there is no digital input for 30 minutes or more.
To turn the power on again when in standby mode,
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press the MENU button, turn the INPUT SELECTOR
knob or shift the POWER switch to OFF once and
then back to ON.
Wait a few seconds after shifting the POWER switch
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to OFF before shifting it back to ON.
F
Power inlet (~IN)
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CAUTION
Before connecting a computer that is running
a Windows OS, you must install the dedicated
driver on the computer (page 13).
Proper connection is not possible with a computer that does not have this driver installed.
C
RCA coaxial digital audio input connectors
(DIGITAL IN)
Use these to input digital audio. Connect the coaxial
digital audio output jacks of digital audio devices to
them.
Use commercially available RCA coaxial digital cables
to make the connections.
Insert the included power cord here. After completing all other connections, insert the power plug into a
power outlet.
Unplug the cord from the outlet when not using the
unit for a long time.
V Use only the included power cord. Use of a differ-
ent cord could cause fire or electric shock.
V
Do not turn the power on until after
making all connections.
Carefully read the manuals of the devices that
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you are connecting and follow their instructions
when making connections.
Do not bundle connecting cables with power
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cords. Doing so could cause noise.
Connect all plugs completely.
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Basic operation
1
Shift the POWER switch to its ON position.
If a stereo amplifier is connected to this unit, always
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turn its power ON very last.
2
Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to set the
input source.
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Adjust the volume.
Use the stereo amplifier or other device connected to
this unit to adjust the volume
When using headphones connected to this unit, turn
the PHONES LEVEL knob to adjust the volume.
When using headphones
Before connecting headphones to this unit, turn the
PHONES LEVEL knob counterclockwise to minimize the
volume.
The indicator for the selected input source lights.
If the input signal is not a digital audio signal or
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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.
To use a computer running a Windows OS to play
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back audio files when this unit is set to “USB”, you
must first install a dedicated driver on the computer before connecting them (page 13).
DSD data can only be played back via USB.
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Operate the playback device.
−∞ dB: Minimum volume
0 dB: Maximum volume
Refer to the operation manual of that device.
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Display (1)
Input source name
Sampling frequencySignal type
Upconverter is disabled
Upconverter is enabled
When the POWER is turned ON
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After the above messages appear, the input source will be
shown on the display.
Input source information display
During PCM audio input
When MODE DISP=OFF
Example
When MODE DISP=ON, UPCONV=OFF, DF=OFF
Example
Digital lter setting
EN
When selecting an input source
The name of the input source is shown on the display
when you change input source.
Example: when OPT2 is selected
Error indications
When the unit cannot lock the input signal, an “UNLOCK!”
error message blinks on the screen.
Example
When MODE DISP=ON, UPCONV=ON, DF=SHARP
Example
Digital lter setting
When the input signal is locked at 352.8 kHz
Example
When the input signal is locked at 352.8 kHz or 384 kHz,
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the upconverter and PCM digital filter are bypassed, so
MODE DISP, UPCONV and DF will not be shown regardless of their settings.
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Display (2)
Sampling frequencySignal type
DSD analog FIR
Reception method
Switch setting
Time until standby
During DSD audio input
When MODE DISP=OFF
Example
When MODE DISP=ON, DSD AF=FIR1
Example
lter setting
Automatic power saving status
When you shift the AUTO POWER SAVE switch on the rear
panel of the unit, the new setting is shown for about 2
seconds.
12 seconds before the automatic power saving function
puts the unit in standby mode, a countdown is shown on
the display.
Reception method
Nothing shown: DSD received without conversion (native)
DoP: DSD signal received by DoP (DSD over PCM) method
One dot disappears each second until they have all disappeared and the unit enters standby.
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Playing back music on a computer (1)
Installing the driver on a computer
When using Mac OS X
This unit can be used with the following Mac OS:
Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard)
(Mac OS X 10.6.4 or later)
Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion)
Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion)
(As of October, 2012)
This unit will run with the standard OS driver, so there is
no need to install a special driver.
When using Windows OS
Installing the driver on the computer
In order for this unit to play back audio files stored on a
computer, you must first install a driver on the computer.
Please download this driver from the following web
address.
Driver software download page
http://www.teac.co.jp/audio/software_teac_e.html
About the transmission mode
This unit connects using high-speed asynchronous mode.
Transmittable sampling frequencies are 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,
88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz.
When properly connected, you will be able to select
“TEAC USB AUDIO DEVICE” as an audio output from the
computer OS.
In asynchronous mode, the audio data sent from the
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computer is processed using this unit's clock, allowing
data transmission jitter to the reduced.
Downloading playback applications
If you need, you can download free playback application
software that supports DSD files (Mac and Windows versions) from the following TEAC web page.
Application software download page
http://www.teac.co.jp/audio/software_teac_e.html
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USB connection is supported on Windows computers
running Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7.
Compatibility with other operating systems is not
guaranteed.
CAUTION
Install the 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.
Moreover, if the computer is running Windows
XP, its operation could become noticeably
slower, requiring it to be restarted.
For instructions about driver installation procedures,
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please see our download page.
Depending on the combination of hardware and soft-
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ware, proper operation might not be possible even
with the above operating systems.
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Playing back music on a computer (2)
Playing back audio files on a computer
1
Connect this unit to a computer using a
USB cable.
USB cable
4
Turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select
“USB ”.
5
Start playback of an audio file on the
computer.
Use a cable with a connector that matches that of
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this unit.
2
Turn the computer power on.
Confirm that the operating system has started
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properly.
3
Press the POWER button to turn this unit
on.
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 with this unit, turn the
PHONES LEVEL knob counterclockwise to minimize
the volume before starting playback. Then, gradually
increase it.
The computer cannot control this unit, nor can this unit
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control the computer.
Do not do any of the following when playing back an
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audio file via USB. Doing so could cause the computer
to malfunction. Always quit the music playback software before doing any of the following.
u Unplugging the USB cable
u Turning this unit's power off
u Changing the current input selection
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When playing back an audio file via USB, computer
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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.
If you connect this unit with the computer or change
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its input to “USB” after starting the music playback software, audio files might not play back correctly. If this
should occur, restart the audio playback software or
restart the computer.
Settings (1)
*UPCONVERT
*PCM DF
*DSD AF
*LINE OUT
*OUTPUT BOTH
*USB POWER
*MODE DISP
*DIMMER
Input source status
1
Press the POWER button to turn this unit
on.
2
Press the MENU button to show the
setting items.
3
Turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to change
the setting value.
The currently set value is shown on the display.
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4
When you are done changing settings,
press the MENU button to show the input
source again.
EN
Press the MENU repeatedly to cycle through the
menu items as shown below.
x
If you do not do anything for 10 seconds, the dis-
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play will return to showing the input source.
x
You can also press the MENU for 2 seconds or lon-
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x
x
x
x
x
ger to show the input source.
x
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Settings (2)
Upconverter
Use to activate the upconversion circuit when receiving
PCM format signals.
OFF
Disable the upconverter.
ON
Enable the upconverter.
D/D upconversion to 192 kHz of PCM signals with sampling frequencies of less than 192 kHz is followed by D/A
conversion.
PCM digital filter
DSD analog FIR filter
Use to set the analog filter used when receiving DSD format signals.
FIR1
fc=185 kHz, Gain=−6.6 dB
FIR2
fc=90 kHz, Gain=+0.3 dB
FIR3
fc=85 kHz, Gain=−1.5 dB
FIR4
fc=94 kHz, Gain=−3.3 dB
NOTE
fc: Cutoff frequency
Gain: Filter stage gain
Use to set the digital filter when receiving PCM format
signals.
OFF
Disable the digital filter.
SHARP
Use a digital filter with a sharp rolloff.
SLOW
Use a digital filter with a slow rolloff.
When receiving signals at 352.8 kHz or 384 kHz, the
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digital filter will be disabled during playback regardless
of this setting.
Line output
Use to select the analog audio output connectors used.
RCA
Output through the RCA jacks.
XLR2
Output through the XLR connectors with 2: HOT polarity.
XLR3
Output through the XLR connectors with 3: HOT polarity.
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Simultaneous headphones and line
Setting mode (UPCONV, DF, AF) display
output
OFF
Simultaneous output is not possible.
When you connect headphones, the analog audio outputs will be disabled.
ON
Simultaneous output is possible.
Even when you connect headphones, the analog audio
outputs stay enabled.
EN
Use to set whether or not the setting mode (upconverter,
filter, DSD reception method, etc.) is also shown when the
input source is shown on the display.
OFF
Setting mode not shown.
ON
Setting mode shown.
Display brightness
USB input circuit power
AUTO
The USB port is powered only when the input is USB.
When any other input is active, the USB port is not
powered.
ON
The USB port is always powered.
DIM3
Ordinary brightness
DIM2
Slightly dim
DIM1
Even dimmer
DISP OFF
Display off
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Settings (3)
Troubleshooting
Restoring settings to their factory
defaults
While pressing and holding the MENU button, set the POWER switch to ON.
Press and hold the MENU button until “SETUP CLR”
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appears on the display. The factory default settings are
the setting values shown in the screen images used in
the explanations in this manual.
If you experience a problem with this unit, please check
the following items before requesting service. If it still
does not operate correctly, contact the retailer where you
purchased the unit or TEAC customer support (see the
back cover for contact information).
General
The power will not turn on.
e Check that the power cord is completely plugged
into the power outlet. If the outlet is switched,
confirm that the switch is in the ON position.
e Connect a different electrical device to the outlet
to confirm that it is supplying power.
e If the automatic power saving function has
caused the unit to enter standby, turn the INPUT
knob or press the MENU button to turn the
power ON again.
No sound is output.
e If a stereo amplifier is connected to this unit,
adjust its volume.
If you are using headphones connected to this
unit, use the PHONES LEVEL knob to adjust the
volume.
e Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select the input
that is connected to the source that you want to
hear.
e
Reconfirm the connections with other equipment.
There is a humming noise.
e
If a connecting cable is near a power cord, fluorescent light or similar cause of interference, increase
the distance between them as much as possible.
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