ESI Dr.
DAC
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HEADPHONE outputs
: there is a 1/4" and a 1/8" TRS connector, allowing you to connect a
headphone without the use of an adapter. Both headphone outputs send out the same signal.
2.2 Rear Panel
The rear panel provides the following connectors and functions from left to right:
LINE OUTPUT connectors
: these two RCA connectors are the main analog line level output. For
example, connect these to your active monitoring speakers or to your amplifier.
LINE INPUT connectors
: the line input RCA connectors provide a stereo input. You can connect
any analog source to this input (i.e. a CD player, tape deck, analog mixer, etc.).
S/PDIF OPT+COAX digital in- and output
: the S/PDIF digital input and outputs are
both provided as combo connectors supporting RCA connection for coxial signals as
well as optical signals with miniplug-cables. To connect optical Toslink cables, you
will need to use one of the (included) Tosling-miniplug adapters.
USB connector
: the USB connector allows you to connect Dr. DAC prime to your computer with
the supplied USB cable.
DC INPUT connector
: this connector is used to connect the included external power supply (see
section 2.3) with Dr. DAC prime.
LINE OUTPUT LEVEL switch
: this switch allows you to fix the line output level (
FIX
) or set it to
variable (
VAR
– see section 3.2 for more details).
2.3 Power Supply
Dr. DAC prime comes bundled with an external power supply (12V and 1.5A). It’s required for
operation of Dr. DAC prime. Please make sure to connect it to the unit before you start using it.
3. Operation & Usage
3.1 Computer Interface
Dr. DAC prime works both standalone but also as a computer audio interface for recording and
playback. One of the best features is its simplicity, you can simply plug in the unit with the
provided USB cable to your Mac or PC. The hardware will automatically be detected and will be
usable within seconds.
