Summary of DDP-1
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Owner’s manual ddp-1 preamp/dac/headphone amp ps-5 power supply upgrade.
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Page 2 contents legal notifications 3 warranty information 4 installation and usage tips 6 connections and controls 6 front panel rear panel remote control connecting the ddp-1 to your audio system 8 power supply interconnect cables 12-volt dc trigger output usb programming input operation 11 poweri...
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Page 3 legal notifications audio alchemy is a registered trademark of audio alchemy llc. The information in this owner’s manual is subject to change without notice. The information in this manual is the sole property of audio alchemy. Any reproduction in whole or part without the expressed written p...
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Page 4 the below warranty only applies to audio alchemy product purchased in north america from authorized audio alchemy dealers. Due to the varied requirements of individual markets, outside of north america, warranty and service requests are the responsibility of the distributor for a given market...
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Page 5 other legal rights: this warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state. Some places do not allow limitations on implied warranties or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the ...
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Page 6 a few quick guidelines for installation and use • do not connect the ddp-1’s power supply until all audio connections have been made. • place the ddp-1 where it will not be exposed to moisture or direct sunlight. • install the ddp-1 where it can get some ventilation. It doesn’t produce a grea...
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Page 7 rear panel 1. Xlr analog output 2. Rca analog output 3. Coaxial digital inputs 4.12-volt dc trigger output 5. Micro usb programming input (not for audio) 6. Standard ac power supply input 7. Xlr analog input 8. Rca analog inputs 9. I 2 s digital input 10. Aes/ebu digital input 11. Optical (to...
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Page 8 remote 1. Power button 2. Filter/resolution enhancement button 3. Input selector buttons 4. Front lcd menu buttons 5. Headphone/preamp selector 6. Volume +/- controls 7. Mute button connecting the ddp-1 to your audio system start by turning your power amplifier off. Do not connect the ddp-1’s...
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Page 9 power supply connection: optional ps-5 power station if you are using the optional ps-5 power station power supply, plug the cable that comes with the power supply into one of the multipin dc outputs on the back of the ps-5, then into the multipin power station input near the lower right corn...
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Page 10 usb programming input the ddp-1 is field-upgradeable, so you can easily update its firmware to add new features and improve operation. This input does not accept audio signals. To update the firmware, first check the ddp-1’s screen during power-up to find out what firmware version your unit ...
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Page 11 operation powering up the ddp-1 once the power supply is connected, simply press the power button on the front of the ddp-1 or on the remote. We recommend you switch on the ddp-1 on before you switch on your power amplifier. Touching the power button will activate a 20-second warm-up period....
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Page 12 mute to mute the audio, press the mute button on the remote or the front panel. The sound will go quiet and the red mute indicator will appear in the lower right corner of the display. Press either mute button again to restore the sound. Using headphones to use the ddp-1 as a headphone amp, ...
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Page 13 selecting the digital filter and turning resolution enhancement off and on the ddp-1 lets you select one of four digital filters and also activate and deactivate resolution enhancement. You can hear the effects of these features by ear; just select whatever sounds best to you. The filter but...
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Page 14 installing the usb driver to use the usb input with a windows pc, you will need to install a usb driver. This is required for each windows pc you use with the ddp-1 (if you are using an apple mac, no driver is required). Start by downloading the driver from www.Audioalchemy.Com. The driver w...
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Page 15 once the installation of the driver is complete, you will see the “installation complete” dialog box shown at right. Click next. You will now see a “completing the digital decoding devices setup wizard” dialog box. Click finish and the driver installation will be completed. You will now need...
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Page 16 maintenance the ddp-1 requires no user maintenance, although it’s a good idea to occasionally wipe any accumulated dust off of it. To do this, use a soft microfiber cloth and wipe gently to remove any dust. Stubborn fingerprints or dirt may be removed by spraying a small amount of water or w...
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Page 17 4. Check the other components (amplifier, computer, cd player, turntable) to make sure they are powered up and running. Make sure the computer is playing a file, or the cd player is running, or the turntable’s tonearm is lowered, etc. 5. If you are using a digital source, check to make sure ...
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Page 18 for more information about the ddp-1 and other audio alchemy products, please visit www.Audioalchemy.Com..