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Digital audio converter 192 kHz/24 bit
Item no. 1404113
Intended use
This product is a digital audio playback system. It can convert high-resolution PCM audio data
(up to 192 kHz/24bit) and DSD audio data. Using the product, you can bypass the internal
sound card or the headphone input of your computer. The digital audio signals are sent via
the USB interface.
The power is supplied via a USB port.
The product complies with the applicable national and European requirements. All names of
companies and products are the trademarks of the respective owners. All rights reserved.
Package contents
• Audio Converter
• USB cable
• USB power cable
• Audio cable (3.5 mm jack plug on 2x cinch plugs)
• Data carrier with driver
• Operating instructions
Up-to-date operating instructions:
1. Open www.conrad.com/downloads in a browser or scan the dis-
played QR code.
2. Select document type and language and enter the item number
into the search field. After submitting the query you can download
displayed records.
Safety instructions
Damage due to failure to follow these operating instructions will void the war-
ranty! We do not assume any liability for any resulting damage!
We do not assume any liability for personal injuries and material damages
caused by the improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions!
In such cases, the warranty will be null and void.
• The unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the product is not permitted for safety
and approval reasons (CE). Do not disassemble the product.
• The product is not a toy and should be kept out of the reach of children!
• The product must not get damp or wet as this would damage it.
• When setting up the product, make sure that the cables are neither kinked nor pinched.
• The product must not be exposed to extreme temperatures, strong vibrations or heavy me-
chanical stress.
• Do not listen to excessively loud music for long periods of time. This may damage your hear-
ing.
• Do not leave packaging material carelessly lying around, as it could become a dangerous
plaything for children.
Driver and software installation
• First, insert the supplied data carrier into the respective drive of your computer.
• Open the directory “VIA \ VT173x”. Start the installation software “setup.exe” contained there
and follow all instructions from the software or from Windows. It might be necessary to restart
Windows afterwards.
• Open the directory “JRiver \ Windows”. Start the installation software contained there and
follow all the instructions.
• Connect the audio converter via the USB power cable to a USB port on your computer.
Version 01/16
• Connect the USB-B socket of the audio converter via the USB cable enclosed to a USB2.0
port on your computer. Windows recognises the new hardware and completes the driver in-
stallation. A re-start of Windows might be necessary before the audio converter starts working
correctly.
• Start the software (“JRiver Media Center”). Select the playback option under playback func-
tion (“PLAYBACK OPTIONS”) and click “Audio”.
There, select “192kHz/24bit DSD USB Audio DAC [ASIO]” and then “Device Settings”.
In the display window shown that appears, click on the field in front of the “DSD bitstream in
DoP format” option to make a check mark. Then click on “OK”.
In “Settings”, click on “Bitstreamings”.
There, select “Custom...”.
In the settings options that appear, click on the field in front of “DSD” to make a check mark.
Remove all other check marks, if necessary. Only the box for “DSD” must be checked!
Click “OK”.
Operation
• Headphones can be connected to the front of the audio converter. You can use either a
6.3 mm or a 3.5 mm stereo jack.
Turn the “Volume” knob in front of the connector all the way to the left in counter-clockwise
direction.
• Adjust the playback volume as desired using the “Volume” knob.
• You can connect, for example, an active loudspeaker or an amplifier with digital input to the
small 3.5 mm socket at the back (to the right of the round low-voltage socket).
• The LEDs on the top of the audio converter show information about the audio signal.
• Place the audio converter onto a solid, horizontal surface. Protect the surfaces of valuable
furniture by using an appropriate underlay to avoid scratches and pressure marks.
Maintenance and cleaning
• The product does not require any maintenance. You should never take it apart. Any mainte-
nance or repair work may be performed only by an expert.
• Before cleaning the product must be disconnected from the power supply.
• The outside of the product should be cleaned only with a clean, soft, dry cloth.
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions that could damage the housing
(discolouring) or impair operation.
• Dust can easily be removed using a clean, long-bristle brush and a vacuum cleaner.
Disposal
The product must not be disposed of with the household waste.
When the device has become unusable, dispose of it in accordance with the cur-
rent statutory regulations.
Technical data
Operating voltage ................................ 5 V/DC (via USB)
Current consumption ........................... < 500 mA
DSD ..................................................... 2.8 MHz
PCM ..................................................... up to 192 kHz, 24 bit
Signal-to-noise ratio ............................. 110 dB(A)
Output .................................................. 1x digital (3.5 mm stereo socket)
Headphones connector ....................... 1x stereo socket 6.3 mm
1x stereo socket 3.5 mm
Ambient conditions .............................. Temperature 0 °C to +70 °C; humidity 0% to 85%,
non-condensing
Dimensions (L x W x H) ....................... 116 x 39 x 49 mm
Weight ................................................. 163 g
