background image

CAUTION: NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

Do not open the amplifier chassis or remove any

of its screws. Contact Audio Alchemy or your dealer if you have service needs.

WARNING:

Do not expose this amplifier to moisture or excessive humidity, and do not use it outdoors. Fire

hazard may result.

The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the us-
er to the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product enclosure that may
be of sufficient mgagnitude to constitute a risk
of electrical shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accom-
panying the appliance.

DDP-1 Limited Warranty

Audio Alchemy warrants the DDP-1 against manufacturing defects and defects in materials for two years from the date of
purchase. The warranty must be exercised through an authorized Audio Alchemy dealer, subject to the conditions listed
below:
1) The warranty covers only new products purchased from an authorized Audio Alchemy dealer.
2) The warranty is non-transferable and is valid only for the original purchaser.
3) The warranty is valid only if the product has been used according to the instructions in the owner's manual. Damage due
to accidents or owner abuse or neglect is not covered.
4) All service must be performed by Audio Alchemy or an authorized Audio Alchemy dealer. Damage resulting from service
by other parties is not covered under this warranty.
5) All products returned for service must be packaged in the original container and must include a photocopy or computer
printout of the original purchase receipt. If the original container has been lost or discarded, contact Audio Alchemy for a
replacement.
6) This warranty covers only defects in Audio Alchemy products. It does not cover incidental or consequential damages, or
damage to other products resulting from defects in Audio Alchemy products.
7) If the product must be shipped back to Audio Alchemy for warranty service, the customer will pay shipping costs. Audio
Alchemy will pay return shipping.
8) Before shipping the product to Audio Alchemy for service, the customer must obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number
from Audio Alchemy. The RA number must be marked clearly on the package.
9) U.S. residents: Depending on which state you live in, you may have other rights not elaborated in this document. For fur-
ther information, contact Audio Alchemy.
10) Residents of other countries: Your authorized dealer bears the direct responsibility for warranty coverage of your ampli-
fier. Please contact your dealer with requests for service under warranty.

For questions on warranty and service matters, contact Audio Alchemy at [email protected]. You may also call
805.323.6005, but for faster service we recommend you e-mail.

Legal Notifications

Audio Alchemy is a registered trademark of Audio Alchemy LLC. Information in this manual is subject to change without no-
tice. The information in this manual is the sole property of Audio Alchemy. Any reproduction in whole or part without the ex-
pressed written permission of Audio Alchemy is prohibited. No material herein may be transmitted in any way including
either electronic or mechanical methods for any purpose without expressed written permission of Audio Alchemy.

Summary of Contents for DDP-1

Page 1: ...Remote control Connecting the DDP 1 to Your System 4 Power supply Interconnect cables 12 volt DC trigger output USB programming input Operation 5 Powering Up the DDP 1 Selecting an Input Adjusting the Volume Mute Using Headphones Using the DAC Display Setup Setting Startup Volume Installing the USB Driver 7 Maintenance 7 Troubleshooting 8 Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...e must be packaged in the original container and must include a photocopy or computer printout of the original purchase receipt If the original container has been lost or discarded contact Audio Alchemy for a replacement 6 This warranty covers only defects in Audio Alchemy products It does not cover incidental or consequential damages or damage to other products resulting from defects in Audio Alc...

Page 3: ...er supply on a solid surface such as a tabletop shelf or rack shelf Do not connect the DDP 1 s power supply until all audio connections have been made Place the DDP 1 where it will not be exposed to moisture or direct sunlight Install the DDP 1 and its power supply where they can get some ventilation They don t produce a great deal of heat but using them in a sealed enclosure with no airflow could...

Page 4: ... supply plug the cable that comes with the power supply into one of the multipin DC outputs on the back of the PS 5 then into the multipin Power Station input near the lower right corner of the DDP 1 Do not plug the PS 5 into the AC wall socket until you have finished making all audio connections Be sure to dis connect the stock AC power supply before you connect the PS 5 Power Station USB Program...

Page 5: ...ized volume control will automatically calibrate itself by turning back to 0 then returning to the last volume setting you used No audio signals will pass through the unit while it s warming up When the front display shows the two digit volume read out the DDP 1 is ready to use Adjusting Volume To adjust volume press the Volume buttons on the remote or turn the Volume knob on the front panel The s...

Page 6: ...nel controls and LCD screen to preset the digital filter and resolution en hancement for each digital input To do this select the desired digital input using the remote or the front panel controls and LCD Now hold the Enter button on the front panel down for 3 seconds You will see a menu that lets you choose filter resolution enhancement on off and startup volume Turn the left knob to select among...

Page 7: ...ter where the driver is stored feel free but the simplest installation we recommend sticking with the default location Now click Install Once the installation of the driver is complete you will see the Installation Complete dia log box shown at right Click Next You will now see a Completing the Digital Decoding Devices Setup Wizard dialog box Click Finish and the driver installation will be comple...

Page 8: ...d comes back replace the damaged cables 7 If these steps do not fix the problem please contact your dealer Sound Comes From Only One Channel If only one channel is working check the following things in order 1 Check the connections between the sources and the DDP 1 and the connections between the amp and DDP 1 and the amp and the speakers If any cables are disconnected reconnect them and if they a...

Reviews: