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Valve Audio Devices 

DAC-10 / DAC-10 DSD Digital to Analogue Converter 

 

 

User Manual 

Version 2.1

 

 

Summary of Contents for DAC-10

Page 1: ...1 Valve Audio Devices DAC 10 DAC 10 DSD Digital to Analogue Converter User Manual Version 2 1...

Page 2: ...ynamics resolution and speed to satisfy the most discerning of audiophiles Closing the gap to the original sound and delivering unparalleled musicality with all of the original nuances has now become...

Page 3: ...SPDIF receiver in balanced digital mode This method gives the benefit of the DAC 10 DAC 10 DSD being highly immune to the sometimes poor electrical signal quality from SPDIF transports and or digital...

Page 4: ...of metal in the way of interferences Used components During long R D process all components were selected for the overall sound benefit of the whole design without compromises The separate components...

Page 5: ...rranty registration form 19 Unpacking In the flight case you will find the following 1 x VAD DAC 10 DAC 10 DSD valve DAC 1 x RF remote control 1 x Power cord 1 x Hex key for removing the valve cover U...

Page 6: ...6 Connection VAD DAC 10 inputs VAD DAC 10 DSD inputs...

Page 7: ...ES EBU socket is a receptacle type Coaxial Use a RCA plug terminated coaxial interconnect of your choice for the COAXIAL digital input The cable for the COAXIAL input should be no longer than 1 5m 5 f...

Page 8: ...ng connected used simultaneously possibility of ground loop on some systems Input selector switches The VAD DAC 10 DAC 10 DSD has two three position toggle switches 1 2 on the back panel Switch 1 SW1...

Page 9: ...important your computer will recognise only one USB input when you determine by SW2 which format you are going to play Please note your software won t play native DSD into the USB PCM input or PCM in...

Page 10: ...no need to switch OFF the main switch on the rear panel use the back panel switch to completely power off the unit when leaving the house for longer periods IMPORTANT Power ON the DAC 10 DAC 10 DSD a...

Page 11: ...DAC 10 DSD to a wide range of preamplifiers and integrated amplifiers but can also facilitate direct connection to power amplifiers In most circumstances when used with a preamplifier or integrated am...

Page 12: ...the mains socket when cleaning or performing other maintenance Tube replacement The front pair of matched valves can be replaced with the same type allowing users to tune the sound slightly Please con...

Page 13: ...Valve Cover The valve cover is secured to the top of the unit by way of 4 hex bolts being accessible through slots in the valve cover The cover may be removed in order to facilitate tube replacement b...

Page 14: ...XLR balanced max 4 5Vrms adjustable 1 xSingle ended RCA outputs 50mV to 4 4Vrms adjustable Output impedance 400ohms Total correlated jitter SPDIF 30ps Digital input word widths supported 16 24bit SPD...

Page 15: ...ltage Factory set for 220 240V 50 60Hz 100 120V 50 60Hz factory set version can be ordered at no additional cost Fuse type 1A Anti Surge 20mm fuse Dimensions H 15cm x W 43 5cm x D 29cm Net Weight appr...

Page 16: ...he last page of this manual to Valve Audio Devices Limited within 30 days of purchase Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which acts as evidence that this product is w...

Page 17: ...r consequential damages or implied warranties so the above exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other statutory rights which vary from state t...

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