Black Ice Audio FUSION DAC Transport Owner'S Manual Download Page 2

 

Dear Client: 

 

We  at  Black  Ice  Audio  want  to  thank  you  for  purchasing  the  Black  Ice  Audio  Vacuum  Tube  Fusion 
DAC  Transport.    The  company  that  stands  behind  your  DAC  Transport  draws on  a  two  decades of 
tube  design  and  manufacturing  experience.    In  addition  to  our  engineering  knowledge  is  a 
commitment  to  our  client  to  provide  the  highest  level  of  quality  sound  at  a  value  price.    Our 
commitment  to  value  has  resulted  in  audio  amplifiers  and  associated  tube  equipment  that  has  the 
sonic characteristics of what is referred to as “Hi-end”. Black Ice Audio has achieved the goal through 
modern design principles, quality parts, craftsmanship and strict attention to efficient purchasing and 
production.    We  are  confident  that  your  DAC  Transport  will  provide  you  with  years  of  listening 
pleasure. 

 
Before using  this  unit,  please  take  the  time  to  carefully  read and  understand  the  safety  instructions 
and  operating  information  before  you  install  or  attempt  to  operate  your  Fusion  DAC  Transport.  
Becoming familiar with important facts about your unit and  its correct operating procedures will help 
assure you of safe usage, maximum musical satisfaction, and reliable operation.  Take special care to 
follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as the safety suggestions found in the owner's 
manual.    The effort you invest now will be well rewarded as time goes by.  
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sincerely 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black Ice Audio, Inc. 

 
 

 
 

Table of Contents

 

 

Section 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Page No.

 

Safety Precautions 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3, 4 

General Information 
 

About Your DAC Transport   

 

 

 

 

 

 

Construction and Testing 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vacuum Tubes 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Packaging 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Getting Started 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front Panel Controls and Functions   

 

 

 

 

 

Remote Control Diagram and Description 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Where Do I Go Next: Functions 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8, 9,10 

Additional Information  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10, 11 

Should I Replace My Tubes   

 

 

 

 

 

 

11 

 

Troubleshooting and Service  

 

 

 

 

 

 

11, 12 

Warranty and Conditions 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13 

 

Technical Specifications 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14

 

 

   

 Important

 

    Please check your unit's bottom panel and record in the space below: 

 
 

Model Number: Fusion DAC Transport 

 
 

Serial Number: 

     
    Please fill out the warranty card enclosed with this package.  If the warranty card is 
    not sent in, the warranty time will be reduced to nine months.  Keep your owner's  
    manual and receipt in a safe place for future reference.  

Summary of Contents for FUSION DAC Transport

Page 1: ...nsport Dual Mono Vacuum Tube Stand Alone Digital to Analog Converter with Compact Disc Player Black Ice Audio 21310 Ridgecroft Drive Brookeville MD 20833 Phone 301 953 2014 Fax 301 498 0554 Email info...

Page 2: ...familiar with important facts about your unit and its correct operating procedures will help assure you of safe usage maximum musical satisfaction and reliable operation Take special care to follow t...

Page 3: ...ual All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated 2 Retain the Owner s Manual The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3...

Page 4: ...only as recommend by the manufacturer MAINTENANCE Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not...

Page 5: ...The DAC Transport comes with 6 vacuum tubes 2 pcs 12AX7A 2 pcs 12AT7 and 2 pcs 12AU7 These tubes give the player its distinct smoothness and resolution Although you will not have to handle the vacuum...

Page 6: ...not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses Doing so may cause a malfunction If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possi...

Page 7: ...h press the button until the CD lights up 4 If the unit is in Standby press the open close button or play to turn the unit on 5 Press the Open Close button and place a CD on the tray 6 Press the Play...

Page 8: ...nurl of the amplifier However this does not always work 5 It is essential that the DAC Transport be connected to a wall AC power receptacle or a similar heavy duty source Avoid the use of extension co...

Page 9: ...8 Number Buttons 12 Forward Skip 3 Remember Button 9 Open Close Disc Tray 13 Forward Search 4 Backward Skip 10 Repeat Button 14 Forward Search 5 Play Pause Button 6 Backward Search ___________________...

Page 10: ...indow The disc player will play this same track over and over b Push the Repeat Button a second time the display window will still show the Repeat indicator but the disc player will play the entire CD...

Page 11: ...a disc is being played the display window will show the number of tracks played and how much time has been used _____________________________________ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ___________________________...

Page 12: ...often asked if changing the vacuum tubes to a different manufacture will make the DAC Transport sound better We are not the politically correct source for that that type of information We state that...

Page 13: ...ide the player Insert a CD Place the CD with the label side up on the disc tray correctly Clean the CD Moisture has condensed inside the player Remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about...

Page 14: ...ly require only minimal service to maintain its high level of performance CAUTION The Fusion Transport has sufficient levels of voltage and current to be lethal Do not tamper with a component or part...

Page 15: ...ask you to send your unit to the factory for repair Either way you ll need to present the original bill of sale to establish the date of purchase Along with the receipt of purchase add a piece of pape...

Page 16: ...Line Output Voltage Unbalanced 2 5V 47Kohms Digital Output 0 5Vpp 75 ohms Tubes 6 pcs 12AX7 2 12AT7 2 12AU7 2 Power 110V or 220V AC 50Hz 60Hz Power Consumption 30 watts Fuse 1 0 amp fast blow size 5mm...

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