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UNBAL. LEFT
UNBAL. RIGHT

Stereo unbalanced RCA analogue outputs. Connects
the unit to an integrated amplifier or preamplifier.

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BAL. LEFT
BAL. RIGHT

Stereo balanced XLR analogue outputs. Connects the
unit to an integrated amplifier or preamplifier.

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SPDIF 1

RCA digital input. Connects the unit to a digital audio
source.

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AES 1
AES 2

XLR digital inputs. Connects the unit to a digital audio
source, such as a CD transport or upsampler.

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Summary of Contents for Network DAC

Page 1: ...Lina Network DAC Getting Started Guide dCS LINA DAC Getting Started Guide A5 indd 2 01 12 2021 16 08 ...

Page 2: ...change without notice and whilst it is checked for accuracy no liabilities can be accepted for errors dCS is Data Conversion Systems Ltd Company registered in England No 2072115 This product incorporates the following dCS proprietary technology Ring DAC dCS and Ring DAC are registered trademarks of Data Conversion Systems Ltd Other product and company names may be trademarks or registered trademar...

Page 3: ...3 What s in the box dCS LINA Network DAC Power cable 2m 2x XLR cable 0 5m Ethernet cable 2m Power Link cable 0 5m Getting Started Guide Spotify flyer Welcome letter Display cleaning cloth ...

Page 4: ...on Tap to select the option shown in the display above the button On the home screen tap to use the assigned shortcut In a menu tap to move up a level or exit the menu 3 Touch button Tap to select the option shown in the display above the button On the home screen tap to use the assigned shortcut In a menu tap to go to the previous page ...

Page 5: ...e button On the home screen tap to use the assigned shortcut In a menu tap to go to the next page 6 Touch button Tap to select the option shown in the display above the button On the home screen tap to open the main menu Touch and hold to change the function of the three shortcut buttons For more information see Changing the shortcut buttons on page 22 In a menu tap to select a menu item or change...

Page 6: ...n the facing page 3 Data rate word length and sample rate for PCM or DSD or DSDx2 4 Track title 5 Play Pause icon and track elapsed time 6 Artist name 7 Menu settings and shortcuts To select the option tap the relevant touch button If an option is not available the icon is greyed out Displayed only when streaming from network or USB2 ...

Page 7: ...p right of the home screen Icon Description Filter setting when receiving PCM data Filter setting when receiving DSD data Clocking sync mode Master Clocking sync mode Audio Clocking sync mode Word Clock Auto 1 or 2 Phase is normal Phase is inverted ...

Page 8: ...plifier or preamplifier 2 BAL LEFT BAL RIGHT Stereo balanced XLR analogue outputs Connects the unit to an integrated amplifier or preamplifier 3 SPDIF 1 RCA digital input Connects the unit to a digital audio source 4 AES 1 AES 2 XLR digital inputs Connects the unit to a digital audio source such as a CD transport or upsampler ...

Page 9: ... to enable Power Link 10 WORDCLOCK IN 1 Word clock input 1 A 75 Ω BNC connector Connects the unit to an external clock Word clock is only used for synchronisation and does not carry digital audio data 11 WORDCLOCK IN 2 Word clock input 2 A 75 Ω BNC connector Connects the unit to an external clock Word clock is only used for synchronisation and does not carry digital audio data 12 SPDIF 3 Fibre opt...

Page 10: ...A range To connect the LINA Network DAC LINA Master Clock and LINA Headphone Amplifier together 1 Position the LINA range 2 Connect the LINA Network DAC to the LINA Headphone Amplifier 3 Connect the LINA Master Clock to the LINA Network DAC ...

Page 11: ... ways Place the units side by side Stack the units vertically in the following order LINA Headphone Amplifier at the bottom LINA Master Clock in the middle LINA Network DAC on top To prevent overheating we recommend that you leave some space around the units to allow for ventilation ...

Page 12: ...e LINA Headphone Amplifier 2 On the LINA Headphone Amplifier choose the unbuffered XLR input If the status indicator is not white press the Power Input button until it changes to white 3 Connecting the LINA Master Clock to the LINA Network DAC You can lock the network and USB inputs on the LINA Network DAC to the LINA Master Clock 1 Switch on the LINA Network DAC and the LINA Master Clock 2 On the...

Page 13: ...n AES or SPDIF input on the LINA Network DAC to the LINA Master Clock the source equipment will not be locked to the Clock resulting in periodic clicks dropouts or distortion To use the LINA Network DAC in this way use source equipment that has a word clock input and a Master Clock with extra outputs Connecting audio source equipment You can use the input sockets on the rear of the LINA Network DA...

Page 14: ... outputs Connecting a single AES or SPDIF input Most digital audio source equipment is fitted with at least one digital output which is usually an RCA phono connector Satellite receivers usually have a Toslink optical output 1 At the rear of the LINA Network DAC connect a suitable cable to one of the following sockets AES 1 AES 2 SPDIF 1 SPDIF 2 SPDIF 3 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the ...

Page 15: ... the Auto setting for Dual AES 1 Using XLR cables connect your LINA Network DAC to the source equipment Ensure the cables are not swapped Connect the AES1 or AES A output on the source equipment to the AES 1 socket on the unit Connect the AES2 or AES B output on the source equipment to the AES 2 socket on the unit 2 Switch on the source equipment 3 If possible play music on the source equipment to...

Page 16: ... cables to the rear of the unit If you are using the balanced outputs connect XLR cables to the BAL LEFT and BAL RIGHT sockets If you are using the unbalanced outputs connect RCA phono cables to the UNBAL LEFT and UNBAL RIGHT sockets 3 Connect the other end of the cables to the amplifier The inputs on the amplifier may be labelled CD or AUX 4 Select the chosen input on the amplifier and play some ...

Page 17: ...uter via an Ethernet cable We fully test our products with the MinimServer UPnP server software For more information about MinimServer visit www minimserver com For more information about configuring your network contact your local service centre or a local IT expert To connect your LINA Network DAC to your network 1 At the rear of the unit connect an Ethernet cable to the NETWORK socket 2 Connect...

Page 18: ...puter to the USB 1 socket on the rear of the unit 2 Change the source input on the unit to USB PC For more information see Changing the source input on page 22 3 In your streaming program select the LINA Network DAC as the output device Clocking Clock jitter is variation in the digital audio clock frequency which can cause a loss of fine detail when listening to music The unit can run in different...

Page 19: ... from the network computer or flash drive AES and SPDIF The unit and the source equipment lock to a Master Clock The source equipment s word clock input must be connected to a Master Clock output at the correct frequency The sync mode setting is stored separately for each input Using the unit in Master mode When using the network or USB inputs the unit automatically defaults to Master mode if a Ma...

Page 20: ... such as a CD transport 1 Switch on the unit and the Master Clock 2 On the unit choose the input you want to lock to the Master Clock For more information see Changing the source input on page 22 3 Using two BNC cables connect the WORDCLOCK output sockets on the Master Clock to the WORDCLOCK input sockets on the unit 4 If you are also locking another audio source to the Master Clock switch it on a...

Page 21: ...Mosaic Control app Mosaic Control is an app for your iOS or Android mobile device With the Mosaic Control app you have access to a vast library of music through a simple yet powerful interface You can use the app to Browse media from various streaming services Manage settings and configuration options for your dCS products To download the Mosaic Control app visit the app store on your iOS or Andro...

Page 22: ...twork input Changing the shortcut buttons From the home screen three of the touch buttons act as shortcut buttons Tap these buttons to quickly change your favourite settings The default shortcut buttons do the following Change the input source Change the PCM filter Change the crossfeed setting To choose a different shortcut action 1 Touch and hold Three white square reset icons appear on the displ...

Page 23: ...vigating the menu To navigate the menu on the unit tap the buttons below the display Source Open the main menu Move to the previous item Move up a level or exit the menu Move to the next item Enter or select ...

Page 24: ...s available on the unit Source NETWORK AES 1 AES 2 DUAL AES SPDIF 1 SPDIF 2 SPDIF 3 USB 1 Processing Crossfeed Off Crossfeed Expanse 1 Expanse 2 Filter Filter 1 Filter 2 Filter MQA DSD Filter DSD F1 DSD F2 DSD F3 DSD F4 Upsampling DSD DXD Phase In phase Inverted ...

Page 25: ...ettings Sync Mode W Auto Audio Master W C 1 W C 2 Dual AES Off On Auto USB Class Class 2 Class 1 Buffer Off On Line Output 2V 6V Display On Off Brightness 1 15 Factory Reset Test Channel Check Burn In Information ...

Page 26: ...ent is causing interference by turning it off If the interference stops it was probably caused by the equipment or a peripheral device If your equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops Move the equipment to one side or the other of the ...

Page 27: ...non approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Responsible party contact for FCC matters only dCS Americas LLC PNC Bank Bldg 300 Delaware Ave Suite 210 Wilmington DE 19801 USA EU Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the essential requirements of the following Directives 2014 30 EU 2014 35 EU and...

Page 28: ...only the attachments and accessories specified by dCS CAUTION To prevent the risk of electric shock and ensure the best audio performance connect the unit to mains earth ground using the correct power cable A grounding type plug has two blades and a grounding prong which is provided for safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet contact a qualified electrician Do not use the power c...

Page 29: ... spilled on the unit A heavy object falls on the unit The unit is exposed to rain or moisture The unit is dropped NOTICE Damage caused to the unit by misuse of a mains regenerator or by a malfunctioning mains regenerator is not covered by the warranty We do not recommend the use of mains regenerators If you want to use a mains regenerator with variable voltage and frequency set the voltage to matc...

Page 30: ...rm room condensation may form inside the unit Condensation may interfere with the normal operation of the unit If the unit has been kept somewhere cold remove all packaging and leave it for 1 2 hours before using it to allow it to reach room temperature ...

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