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Connecting and Powering the e68 DAC
Before connecting, turn off the power to all the components in your system.
Connecting the Digital Inputs
All digital inputs are galvanically isolated to eliminate ground loop noise. The e68 DAC accepts three
digital inputs:
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USB
- This is the recommended and most capable input. It supports PCM up to 32 bit/384 kHz,
MQA up to 24bit/384 kHz and DSD up to 24.576 MHz/DSD512.
Connect the e68 DAC to your computer, compatible streamer or audio server using the supplied
A-B USB cable. Most standard A-B USB cables with length up to 16 ft (5m) can be used.
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SPDIF IN1
- SPDIF Input, 75-ohm RCA. Supports 2 channels (Stereo) PCM up to 24 bit resolution
at standard sampling frequencies from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz.
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SPDIF IN2
- SPDIF Input, TOSLINK, Optical. Supports 2 channels PCM up to 24 bit resolution at
standard sampling frequencies from 44.1 kHz to 96 kHz.
Connecting the Line Outputs
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Before making a connection make sure that your
analogue power amplifier is powered down.
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RCA Line Outputs
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- Connect the line outputs of the e38 DAC to the amplifier RCA line
inputs.
Trigger Output
When the e68 DAC is on, a 12 VDC signal is sent from the Trigger Output to control other devices. When
the e68 is placed in standby mode, the trigger signal is discontinued.
Direct Connection to Analogue Power Amplifier
If your music sources are digital, you don't need a preamplifier. The built-in volume control allows
analogue power amplifiers to be connected directly to the e68 DAC. Amplification always brings some
level of noise and distortion. Eliminating unnecessary amplification helps to achieve higher level of
transparency.
