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MyTek Stereo 192-DSD User Manual

MyTek Stereo 192-DSD
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual
Stereo 192-DSD DAC
Mastering Digital to Analog Converter
User Manual
Firmware v1.7.1
ver. 1.7.1 / October 2012
© Mytek Digital 2012
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MyTek Stereo 192-DSD Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sample RateUp to 192 kHz
PCM Sample Rates44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
Supported FormatsPCM, DSD
OutputsAnalog
Dynamic Range120 dB
DSD SupportDSD64, DSD128
Digital InputsUSB, S/PDIF
Analog OutputsRCA, XLR
Power SupplyExternal
TypeDigital to Analog Converter
InputsUSB, S/PDIF
THD+N<0.001%

Summary

Product Introduction

Silver Preamp Version Overview

Black Preamp Version Overview

Black Mastering Version Overview

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Multifunction Rotary Encoder

Controls volume and navigates menus.

Menu Button

Enters or cancels the main menu.

Function 1 Button

User assignable, defaults to Input Selection.

LED Display

Shows volume and sample rate.

LED Level Meters

Indicates signal's digital level (black front panel only).

Function 2 Button

User programmable, defaults to Mute.

Headphone Jack

High-current headphone amplifier output.

On/Off Switch

Powers the unit on or off.

Rear Panel Connectivity Options

IEC Power Socket and Fuse

Standard power input with fuse.

S/PDIF Coaxial Input

Consumer digital input up to 192KHz.

FireWire 400 Port

Hi-speed computer interface, 192KHz/DSD capable.

USB 2.0 Port

Hi-speed computer interface, 192KHz/DSD capable.

USB 1.1 Port

Full speed computer interface, 96KHz capable.

Wordclock BNC I/O

For professional clock distribution, 192KHz capable.

S/PDIF Optical Input (Toslink)

Consumer digital input up to 96KHz.

AES/EBU Input

Professional digital input up to 192KHz.

RCA Analog Input (Preamp Version)

Analog input available on Preamp version only.

RCA Analog Output

Unbalanced stereo analog output.

XLR Analog Output

Balanced stereo analog output.

Main Menu Structure and Options

Input Selection

Selects the digital or analog input source.

Upsampling Settings

Configures PCM upsampling to 192kHz.

Filter Options

Adjusts PCM and DSD filtering characteristics.

Volume Control Methods

Details analog, digital, and bypass volume control.

Volume Trim Adjustment

Sets 0dB VU reference in dBFS.

Function Button 1 (Fn1) Assignments

Assigns functions like Mute, Phase, Mono, L-R.

Function Button 2 (Fn2) Assignments

Assigns functions like Mute, Phase, Mono, L-R.

Remote Control Setup

Configures Apple or RC5 remote control.

Display Settings

Adjusts brightness and auto-off settings.

Firmware Information

Displays firmware version and allows factory restore.

LED Display and Indicator Meanings

Input LED Indicators

Shows status of selected input sources.

Upsampling LED Indicators

Indicates upsampling status for PCM/DSD.

Filter LED Indicators

Shows active filter settings.

Volume Control LED Indicators

Indicates volume control mode (Analog/Digital/Bypass).

Volume Trim LED Indicators

Shows selected volume trim level.

Fn1 Button LED Indicators

Displays status of Fn1 button assignments.

Fn2 Button LED Indicators

Displays status of Fn2 button assignments.

Remote Control LED Indicators

Shows remote control mode (Apple/RC5).

Display LED Indicators

Indicates display settings like Brightness, Auto Off.

Firmware LED Indicators

Shows firmware status (Version, Restore).

Menu Operation and Input Details

Input Source Details

Detailed description of each input type.

Upsampling Functionality

Explains PCM upsampling to 192kHz.

Filter Settings for PCM and DSD

Synchronization Settings

Details Internal, Input, and Word Clock sync.

Volume Control Methods

Explains Analog, Digital, and Bypass volume control.

Volume Trim Adjustment

Sets 0dB VU reference in dBFS.

Function Button (Fn1/Fn2) Customization

Input Assignment for Function Buttons

Assigns inputs to Fn1/Fn2 buttons.

Mute Function

Mutes audio output.

Phase Invert Function

Inverts the audio signal phase.

Mono Summing Function

Sums left and right channels to mono.

L-R Channel Difference Function

Subtracts one channel from the other.

Mid Side Processing Function

Combines Mono and L-R for stereo processing.

Dim Volume Function

Instantly lowers volume by 20dB.

Display Settings

Controls LED display brightness and auto-off.

Remote Control Settings

Enables and configures remote control.

Firmware Information

Displays firmware version and restore option.

General Driver Installation Overview

USB 1.1 Driver Installation (PC/MAC)

Plug-and-play setup for USB 1.1.

Macintosh Driver Setup

Macintosh USB 2.0 Driver Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for USB 2.0 driver install.

Macintosh USB 2.0 Driver Configuration and Uninstall

Volume Bypass Setting

Ensures bit transparency for DSD playback.

Uninstalling Macintosh USB Driver

Procedure to remove the USB driver.

Macintosh FireWire Driver Installation Steps

Windows USB 2.0 Driver Installation Steps

Windows FireWire Driver Installation Steps

Windows FireWire Driver Confirmation

Firmware Update Process

Internal User Adjustments and Settings

Internal Voltage Selection

Switch between 115V and 230V power.

Internal -6dB Gain Jumpers

Jumpers to lower output level by 6dB.

Remote Control Setup and Pairing

Apple Remote Pairing Procedure

Steps to pair an Apple Remote.

RC 5 Remote Configuration

Steps to configure RC5 compatible remotes.

RC 5 Remote Overview and Assignments

Signal Flow Diagram

FireWire Recording Setup (Windows)

FireWire Recording Setup (OS X)

Device Technical Specifications

User Menu Options

Lists functions assignable to buttons and menu options.

Important Safety Instructions

Warnings and FCC/EMC Compliance

Product Warranty Details

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