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D/A CONVERTER
Owner's Manual
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Thank you for purchasing a DA5.
Please read through and refer to this Owner's Manual to use your DA5
safely and adequately.
It is recommended to keep the packaging available for future transport-
ation needs.
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Questions and Answers:

cec DA5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandcec
ModelDA5
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Features Overview

Important Safety Instructions

Handling Precautions

Connecting Other Devices

Unplug power before connecting/disconnecting devices. Handle cord with care.

Turning Power On/Off Sequence

Follow specific power on/off sequence for system components to avoid noise and damage.

Physical Handling Guidelines

Avoid exerting excessive force on the cabinet, switches, knobs, or terminals.

Installation Environment Recommendations

Use an audio rack; avoid direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, or damp locations.

Avoid Lightning Strikes

Disconnect the AC power cord from the outlet during thunderstorms.

Condensation Prevention

Allow appliance to acclimate for 1-2 hours when moving between temperature extremes.

Listening Etiquette

Ensure playback sound levels do not disturb others or the neighborhood.

Product Accessories

Front Panel Functions

Power Button Operation

Turns the power ON or OFF. Volume display blinks initially, then shows settings.

Filter Button Functionality

Selects digital filter type (FLAT or PULSE). Selected type lights up indicator.

Input Button for Source Selection

Selects digital input (USB, COAX, TOS, AES). Input name lights up indicator.

Headphone Output Jack

Standard 6.3mm headphone output jack. Minimize volume before use.

Volume Knob Control

Adjusts headphones volume clockwise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease).

Remote Sensor Location

Receives signals from remote control. Aim for sensor; avoid obstacles or direct sunlight.

Display Indicators

Describes indicators for filter, input, signal format, and sampling frequency/volume.

Dimmer Functionality

Controls display brightness in three levels (brighter, off, lighter); resets to default on power-on.

Digital Volume Control

Volume Control and Indicators

Adjusts analog output level digitally (-99dB to 0dB). Display shows level.

Connection Guidelines for Volume

Instructions for connecting to pre-amplifiers and power amplifiers regarding volume settings.

Headphones Volume Adjustment

Adjusts headphone volume using both digital control and the front panel knob.

Volume Memorization Control

Method to set startup volume to minimum (-99dB) or last memorized volume.

Digital Filter Selection

Filter Selection and Characteristics

Select FLAT/PULSE filters; FLAT for PCM, PULSE for better time domain response.

Rear Panel Functions and Connections

Analog Outputs

XLR (balanced) and RCA (unbalanced) analog outputs. Volume control affects output level.

Digital Inputs Overview

USB, TOSLINK, COAX, AES/EBU digital inputs with supported formats.

USB Input Details

Connects to PC via USB cable. Supports PCM up to 32bit/384kHz and DSD up to 11.2896MHz.

Toslink Input Details

Optical SPDIF input for digital audio players. Supports up to 24bit/192kHz.

Coaxial Input Details

Standard SPDIF digital input with RCA connector. Supports up to 24bit/192kHz.

AES/EBU Input Details

Balanced digital input with XLR connector. Supports up to 24bit/192kHz.

AC Power Connection

Connect the supplied 3-pin AC power cord to the AC LINE inlet and wall outlet.

Remote Control Unit Operation

Remote Control Buttons

Explains functions of DIMMER, D.FILTER, Direct input selectors, INPUT, and D.VOL-UP/DN buttons.

Remote Handling Precautions

Point towards sensor, avoid blocking, direct sunlight, and low batteries.

Battery Installation

Insert two AAA batteries correctly into the compartment.

Battery Replacement

Replace batteries when remote control range decreases.

Battery Handling Precautions

Do not mix battery types, remove for long storage, handle leaks carefully, and dispose properly.

Basic Operation Guide

Digital Audio Device Playback

Power on sequence, input selection, and playback for COAX, TOS, AES/EBU connections.

PC Music Playback via USB

Setup and playback for PC music via USB, including driver installation.

Maintenance and Care

Cleaning the Unit

Wipe with a soft cloth or diluted neutral cleaning liquid. Avoid harsh chemicals.

Service and Repair

Unit requires no periodic maintenance. Contact dealer or service center for issues.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Service Contact Preparation

Product Specifications

Installation and Setup for USB Drivers on Windows PC

Introduction to USB Driver Setup

Explains the need for drivers for Windows PC and compatibility.

Driver Download Site

Provides the CEC home page URL for downloading the specific driver.

USB Driver Description

Identifies BRAVO-HD as the specialized USB driver for DA5.

DSD Playback Components for foobar2000

Lists required components (drivers) for DSD playback in foobar2000.

USB Driver Installation Process

BRAVO-HD Installation Steps

Outlines steps to unzip, open, and run the setup.exe for BRAVO-HD driver.

BRAVO-HD Setup Wizard Start

Initiates the BRAVO-HD setup wizard and prompts to proceed.

Select Installation Folder and User

Choose installation folder and user scope (Everyone/Just me).

Confirm BRAVO-HD Installation

Confirms readiness for installation and prompts to proceed.

Restart Computer After Installation

Notifies about shortcut creation and prompts for system restart to complete installation.

Connect DA5 After Restart

Connects the DA5 unit to the PC via USB cable after the computer restarts.

DA5 Recognition and Output Device Setting

PC recognizes DA5 as USB Audio; check/set DA5 as output device in sound properties.

Playback via USB

Listen to music via analog/headphone outputs after selecting USB input.

Installation and Setup for DSD Playback

DSD Playback Prerequisites

Explains that foobar2000 needs ASIO/DSD drivers for DSD playback via DA5.

ASIO Driver Installation in foobar2000

Details the installation process for the ASIO driver component in foobar2000.

foobar2000 Component Installer (ASIO)

Starts the foobar2000 component installer to add the ASIO driver.

Apply ASIO Driver Installation

Apply the installed ASIO driver component in foobar2000.

Complete ASIO Driver Installation

Finalize ASIO driver installation, requiring foobar2000 to restart.

ASIO Proxy Installation in foobar2000

Details the installation process for the ASIO Proxy component in foobar2000.

ASIO Proxy Installer Start

Launches the ASIO Proxy installer wizard for foobar2000.

ASIO Proxy Setup Wizard Steps

Proceeds through the ASIO Proxy setup wizard by clicking "Next".

Select ASIO Proxy Installation Folder

Choose the destination folder for the ASIO Proxy installation.

Complete ASIO Proxy Installation

Finishes the ASIO Proxy installation and closes the setup wizard.

DSD Driver Installation in foobar2000

Details the installation process for the DSD driver component (foo_input_sacd) in foobar2000.

DSD Driver Installer Start

Launches the foobar2000 component installer for the DSD driver.

foobar2000 Component Installer for DSD

Starts the foobar2000 component installer to add the DSD driver.

Apply DSD Driver Installation

Apply the installed DSD driver component in foobar2000.

Complete DSD Driver Installation

Finalize DSD driver installation, requiring foobar2000 to restart.

DSD Playback Configuration in foobar2000

Guides through configuring foobar2000 for DSD playback.

Access foobar2000 Preferences

Opens the Preferences dialog in foobar2000.

Set SACD Output Mode to DSD

Navigates to SACD settings and selects DSD for Output Mode.

Select ASIO Driver for Output

Selects the ASIO driver (foo_dsd_asio) for audio output in foobar2000.

Configure foo_dsd_asio Settings

Guides configuration of the foo_dsd_asio component for DSD playback.

Select ASIO Driver in foo_dsd_asio

Sets "BRAVO-HD" as the ASIO driver within the foo_dsd_asio configuration.

Set DSD Playback Method

Selects "ASIO Native" for DSD Playback Method, crucial for DSD256 compatibility.

Finalize Output Device Setup

Selects ASIO:foo_dsd_asio as the device and clicks OK to complete setup.

Important Notes for DSD Playback

Avoid PC interruptions by setting other output; volume control options.

BRAVO-HD Control Panel Usage

Launch BRAVO-HD Control Panel

Starts the BRAVO-HD control panel application.

BRAVO-HD Panel During Playback

Displays current settings and playback status when DA5 is connected and on.

Sample Rate and Bit Rate Settings (Area A)

Allows changing sample rate/bit rate in Windows sharing mode.

Bit Rate and Buffer Size Settings (Area B)

Displays current settings and allows changing bit rate/buffer size via foobar2000 ASIO output.

Syncing BRAVO-HD and Windows Settings

Changes in BRAVO-HD sync with Windows sound settings and vice versa.

High Sample Rate Considerations

Notes potential instability with 352.8/384kHz and recommends lower settings.

PCM Playback Display in BRAVO-HD

Shows PCM playback details (bit rate, sample rate, buffer size) from foobar2000 ASIO.

Bit Rate Setting Guideline

Advise to set bit rate equal to or higher than the playback file for optimal output.

Buffer Size Considerations

Warns about potential noise/interruption with small buffer sizes on high-res files.

DSD64 Playback Display

Shows DSD64 playback status and settings in the BRAVO-HD panel.

DSD Playback Method Settings

Explains fixed bit rate (32 bits) and buffer size (10.0 ms) when using ASIO Native for DSD.

DSD128 Playback Display

Shows DSD128 playback status and settings in the BRAVO-HD panel.

DSD256 Playback Display

Shows DSD256 playback status and settings in the BRAVO-HD panel.