Korg DS-DAC-100 User Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Korg DS-DAC-100 1-bit USB-DAC.
Nous vous remercions d’avoir choisi le convertisseur 1 bit DAC USB
DS-DAC-100 de Korg.
Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich zum Kauf des 1-Bit USB-DACs Korg DS-DAC-100
entschieden haben
Gracias por comprar el Korg DS-DAC-100 1-bit USB-DAC.
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Operating requirements/ Conditions d’exploitation
Voraussetzungen für den Betrieb
requisitos de funcionamiento
Windows
Operating system:
Microso Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Service Pack 3 (32
bit), Microso Windows Vista Service Pack 2 (32 bit, 64 bit), Microso
Windows 7 (32 bit, 64 bit), Microso Windows 8 (32 bit, 64 bit)
CPU: Intel Pentium III 1 GHz or beer (Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz or beer is rec-
ommended if using AudioGate for DSD output)
RAM: 256 MB or more (512 MB or more is recommended)
Mac OS
Operating system: Mac OS X version 10.6 or later
CPU: Intel Mac
RAM: 1 GB or more
Specications/Spécications
Technische Daten/Especicaciones
Audio interface
Number of channels 2 channels
Input formats
(USB)
DSD: 2.8224 MHz/5.6448 MHz, 1 bit
PCM: 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/88.2 kHz/96 kHz/
176.4 kHz/192 kHz, 16 bit/24 bit
Host interface USB2.0 (High Speed)
Audio drivers ASIO2.1, WDM, Core Audio
General
Indicators Power indicator x 2 (LED),
sample rate indicators x 8 (LED)
Power supply/
Power consumption
USB bus power (5 V 500 mA)/2.5 W
Dimensions
(W x D x H)
207 x 160 x 60 mm/8.15 x 6.30 x 2.36 inches
(including protrusions)
Weight 862 g/1.90 lbs.
Main spec.
Frequency response 10 Hz–20 kHz ±1 dB (fs=44.1 kHz/48 kHz)
10 Hz–40 kHz ±1 dB
S/N 105 dB (TYP.) 20 Hz–20 kHz, IHF-A
THD+N 0.005% (TYP.) 20 Hz–20 kHz
Connectors
LINE OUT L/R
Form RCA (Unbalanced)/XLR-3-32 type (Balanced)
Load impedance 10 k ohms or greater
Rated/Maximum level -6 dBV/+6 dBV
PHONES
Form 6.3 mm stereo phone jack
Load impedance 16 ohms or greater
Maximum output 85 mW + 85 mW @32 Ω
USB (device)
Form/Format Type B/USB 2.0 compliant High Speed
Supported OS
Windows XP SP3 or later, Mac OS X 10.6 or later
Included items USB cable, spike mount x 3
• Specications and appearance are subject to change without notice for improve-
ment.
• Les caractéristiques et l’aspect du produit sont susceptibles d’être modiés sans avis
préalable en vue d’une amélioration.
• Änderungen der tenisen Daten und des Designs ohne vorherige Ankündigung vorbe-
halten.
• Las especicaciones y el aspecto están sujetas a cambios sin previo aviso por mejora.
Introduction/introduction/Einführung
introducción
The DS-DAC-100 is a USB DAC that supports 1-bit DSD native playback* on Windows
(ASIO) or Mac (CoreAudio).
By using it in conjunction with the “AudioGate” audio format conversion application,
you can enjoy native playback of high-quality 1-bit DSD sound.
* For both Windows (ASIO) and Mac, 1-bit DSD native playback is supported only
when using the Korg USB Audio Device Driver.
Supported input sample rates:
PCM 44.1 kHz–192 kHz, 1-bit DSD 2.8224 MHz, 5.6448 MHz
Supported audio drivers: ASIO, WDM (DirectSound, WASAPI), CoreAudio
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Les périphérique DS-DAC-100 sont un convertisseur DAC (numérique-analogique) USB
prenant en charge la lecture DSD 1 bit native* sous Windows (ASIO) ou Mac (Core Audio)
.
Combinés à l’application de conversion audio “AudioGate”, ces convertisseurs vous per-
meent de bénécier d’une lecture native de son DSD 1 bit de superbe qualité.
* Tant sur les plates-formes Windows (ASIO) que Mac, la lecture DSD 1 bit native est uni-
quement prise en charge si le pilote audio USB de Korg est utilisé.
Fréquences d’échantillonnage d’entrée prises en charge
:
PCM 44,1 kHz–192 kHz, 1-bit DSD 2,8224 MHz, 5,6448 MHz
Pilotes de périphérique pris en charge: DirectSound, ASIO, WASAPI, CoreAudio
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Die USB Digital Analog Converter (DACs) DS-DAC-100 unterstützen die native 1-Bit DSD-
Wiedergabe* für Windows (ASIO) oder Mac (Core Audio).
Bei Verwendung mit der Audioformat-Konvertierungssoware „AudioGate“ können Sie eine
native Wiederhabe in bester 1-Bit DSD Klangqualität genießen.
* Sowohl für Windows (ASIO) und Mac wird die 1-Bit DSD native Wiedergabe nur bei Ver-
wendung des Korg USB-Audiogerätetreibers unterstützt.
Unterstützte Input-Abtastraten: PCM 44,1 kHz–192 kHz, 1-bit DSD 2,8224 MHz, 5,6448 MHz
Unterstützte Gerätetreiber: DirectSound, ASIO, WASAPI, CoreAudio
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El DS-DAC-100 son unidad DAC USB que admiten reproducción natural de DSD de 1
bit* en Windows (ASIO) o Mac (Core Audio).
Mediante su uso junto con la aplicación de conversión de formato de audio “Audio-
Gate”, puede disfrutar de la reproducción natural del sonido DSD de 1 bit de alta
calidad.
* Para Windows (ASIO) y Mac, la reproducción natural de DSD de 1 bit solo se admi-
te cuando se utiliza el Korg USB Audio Device Driver.
Frecuencias de muestreo de entrada admitidas:
PCM 44,1 kHz–192 kHz, 1-bit DSD 2,8224 MHz, 5,6448 MHz
Controladores de dispositivos admitidos: DirectSound, ASIO, WASAPI, CoreAudio
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Korg DS-DAC-100 Specifications

General

Operating voltage	5 V
Power consumption	500 mA
Audio (L/R) out	1
USB connector type	USB Type-B
USB 1.1 ports quantity	0
Product color	Black

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	160 mm
Width	207 mm
Height	60 mm
Weight	862 g

Summary

Product Specifications

General and Audio Interface Specs

Details on general, audio interface, and main technical specifications.

Connection and Connector Details

Information about input/output connectors, impedance, and levels.

Introduction to DS-DAC-100

DS-DAC-100 Overview and DSD Playback

Overview of the DS-DAC-100, focusing on 1-bit DSD native playback capabilities.

System Operating Requirements

OS, CPU, and RAM Requirements

Specifies the minimum and recommended OS, CPU, and RAM for Windows and Mac.

Driver Installation Guide

Downloading and Installing the Driver

Step-by-step instructions for downloading and installing the Korg DS-DAC-10 driver.

Control Panel Configuration

Driver and Playback Settings

Configuring Mode, Sample Rate, Streaming Buffer, and ASIO Buffer settings.

Using the DS-DAC-100

Setup and Basic Operation

Connecting the unit, front/rear panel overview, and initial setup steps.

DSD Native Playback with AudioGate

Detailed steps for playing DSD audio files using the AudioGate software.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guidance for resolving common problems and errors encountered with the device.

Safety and Precautions

Handling, Environment, and Interference

Precautions for location, handling, care, and avoiding electrical interference.

Regulatory Compliance and Disposal

FCC warnings, Declaration of Conformity, and EU disposal guidelines.