IPS-3 User Manual
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CONNECTIONS
Analog inputs:
Analog 1 (RCA): unbalanced, max. level: 3.5Vrms
Analog 2 (XLR): balanced, pin 2 hot, max. level: 3.5Vrms
Analog 3 (RCA): unbalanced, max. level: 3.5Vrms
Digital outputs:
PLINK:
Proprietary optical link (PlayLink) to other Playback Designs equipment,
such as the optional USB-X extender.
Digital inputs:
AES:
XLR connector for AES/EBU formatted stereo linear PCM data, up to
24bits and up to 192kHz and 64FS DSD.
COAX:
same as AES, but COAX formatted on RCA connector.
PLAYLINK:
This optical proprietary link (PlayLink) is used to connect to other
Playback Designs equipment, such as the OpBox player. This
connection supports multiple audio formats.
PC:
USB connection to computer based audio systems.
System Control:
RESET:
Used in connection with firmware update procedure (see appendix A).
Power:
Before connecting the IPS-3 to the AC mains, please make sure that the rated voltage is
set correctly as indicated on the rear panel. Operating the system at the wrong voltage will
damage the unit. The voltage rating of the power supply cannot be changed by the user.
Playback Designs strongly recommends not to use any power conditioner for this product
(see warranty statement in this manual). A surge protector should be used to protect this
product from harmful power surges.
