DCS Scarlatti DAC User Manual

dCS Scarlatti DA
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Stereo Digital to Analogue Converte
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User Manual
Software Release 1.0x
June 2008
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Price UK £8.00 / Euro 12.00
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DCS Scarlatti DAC Specifications

General

Type	Digital to Analogue Converter
Digital Inputs	2x AES, 2x SPDIF, 1x SDIF-2, 1x USB
Analog Outputs	2x XLR, 2x RCA
Output Voltage	6V RMS (balanced), 2V RMS (unbalanced)
Sample Rates	44.1kHz to 192kHz
Bit Depth	24 bits
THD+N	<0.0005%
Power Consumption	30W

Summary

Initial Setup and First Use

Safety Notice

Warns against opening the unit due to dangerous voltages and advises contacting a dealer for faults.

Mains Voltage Setting

Instructs users to verify the unit's mains voltage setting before first use to prevent damage.

Step-by-Step Guide

Selecting a Digital Input

Guides on connecting and selecting various digital sources like IEEE 1394, AES/EBU, SPDIF, and SDIF/DSD.

Connecting Analogue Outputs

Explains how to connect analogue outputs to a preamplifier or power amplifier.

Setting the Output Level

Details how to adjust the analogue output level for optimal listening experience.

Choosing a Sync Mode

Explains sync modes like Audio, WCIK, and Master for clock synchronization.

Using DAC in Master Mode

Guides on configuring the DAC to act as a master clock source for improved jitter performance.

Integrating a Master Clock

Front Panel Controls

Front Panel Buttons

Rotary Control Operation

Rear Panel Connections

Digital Audio Inputs

Details AES/EBU, SPDIF (RCA/BNC/Toslink), and DSD/SDIF digital input interfaces.

Clock and Data Interfaces

Menu System Navigation

DAC Settings Configuration

Details settings for phase, de-emphasis, Dual AES, output level, channel swap, and balance.

Maintenance and Support

General Maintenance

Fuse Replacement

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Exclusions