Korg DS-DAC-10 User Manual

1
DS-DAC-100
DS-DAC-100m
DS-DAC-10
Owner's Manual
Advanced Guide
Before you connect this device
You must select driver seings in order to use the DS-DAC-100, DS-DAC-100m, or DS-
DAC-10.
To ensure that you can select these settings smoothly, do not connect the DS-DAC-
100/100m/10 to your computer before you have installed the driver.
Carefully read the section entitled “Installing the driver,” and download and install the
driver before you connect the DS-DAC-100/100m/10 to your computer.
4015-2 Yanokuchi, Inagi-city, Tokyo 206-0812 Japan
©
2013 KORG INC.
Contents
Introduction ------------------------------------------------------------ 2
Features ------------------------------------------------------------- 2
Operating requirements ----------------------------------------- 2
Installing the driver ------------------------------------------------- 3
Downloading the driver ------------------------------------------ 3
Driver installation procedure ----------------------------------- 4
Control panel settings --------------------------------------------- 9
Operation --------------------------------------------------------------11
Front and rear panels -------------------------------------------11
Preparations -------------------------------------------------------12
Playback using AudioGate (Windows) ---------------------13
Playback using AudioGate (Mac OS) -----------------------15
Troubleshooting -----------------------------------------------------16
Specications --------------------------------------------------------19

Korg DS-DAC-10 Specifications

General

Type	USB DAC
Bit Depth	16-bit, 24-bit
Power Supply	USB bus power
Compatibility	Windows, macOS, iOS
Sampling Frequency	44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
Frequency Response	20Hz - 20kHz
S/N	100 dB
THD+N	0.005%
Output	RCA
Headphone Output	1/4 inch TRS
Input	USB
Volume Control	Yes

Summary

Introduction to DS-DAC Series

Features of DS-DAC Devices

Overview of the DS-DAC-100, DS-DAC-100m, and DS-DAC-10 USB DAC units and their capabilities.

Operating Requirements

Details the system specifications for Windows and Mac OS necessary for using the DS-DAC devices.

Installing the Driver

Downloading the Driver

Instructions on how to access and download the KORG AudioGate and DS-DAC driver setup program.

Driver Installation Procedure (Windows)

Windows 7/8 User Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the KORG USB Audio Device Driver on Windows 7/8 systems.

Driver Installation Procedure (Mac OS)

Mac OS User Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the KORG USB Audio Device Driver on Mac OS systems.

Control Panel Settings

Mode and Sample Rate Configuration

Configuring playback modes (PCM/DSD) and selecting sample rates for audio output.

Buffer Size Settings

Adjusting streaming and ASIO buffer sizes to optimize playback performance and latency.

Operation Guide

Front and Rear Panel Overview

Diagrams and labels identifying the physical connectors and controls on the DS-DAC-100, DS-DAC-100m, and DS-DAC-10.

Preparations for Connection

Steps to connect the DS-DAC unit to a computer and prepare for audio playback.

Playback using AudioGate (Windows)

Detailed guide for performing DSD native playback using AudioGate on Windows.

Playback via DirectSound or WASAPI (Windows)

Instructions for playing audio through AudioGate using DirectSound or WASAPI drivers on Windows.

Playback using AudioGate (Mac OS)

Detailed guide for performing DSD native playback using AudioGate on Mac OS.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Recognition, and Stability Issues

Common issues related to power, recognition, and stability, with possible causes and solutions.

No Sound Output Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for when no audio output is heard from the device.

Indicator Lights and Firmware Updates

Explanation of indicator lights and procedures for firmware updates.

DSD Mode Selection Issues

Solutions for problems preventing the selection of DSD mode, often related to AudioGate version.

Sample Rate Switching Problems

Troubleshooting steps for issues with changing the sample rate on Windows systems.

Audio Interruption and Noise Resolution

Guidance on resolving audio interruptions or noise during playback.

ASIO Playback Optimization (Windows)

Tips for optimizing ASIO playback performance by adjusting buffer sizes.

System Default Sound Device Settings

Recommendations for setting the device mode to PCM when used as the default sound device.

Auto Sample Rate Clicks

Explanation of potential clicks when the sample rate is set to Auto or manually changed.

USB 3.0 Port Recommendation

Advice to use a USB 2.0 port for the DS-DAC-100/100m/10.

Concurrent Software Usage Impact

Advice on potential performance issues caused by running multiple applications concurrently.

Headphone Output Hiss

Information about potential hiss with high-efficiency, low-impedance earphones.

Product Specifications

DS-DAC-100 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the DS-DAC-100 model, covering audio interface, general, main specs, and connectors.

DS-DAC-100m Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the DS-DAC-100m model, covering audio interface, general, main specs, and connectors.

DS-DAC-10 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the DS-DAC-10 model, covering audio interface, general, main specs, and connectors.