Audio Note DAC One.1x. Manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Audio Note™ DAC One.1x.

The DAC One.1x was specifically designed and engineered for the best sonic

performance rather than technical specifications. Although the DAC One.1x is a

digital component (there is no avoiding this unfortunately!), it will bring a new level of

musicality to your CD’s and is fatigue free during extended listening periods. In order

to obtain the best possible performance and longevity from your DAC, please read

over this manual carefully.

Technology: The DAC One.1x uses the revolutionary and currently exclusive Audio

Note™ digital technology which we have the 1xoversampling™ direct from disc™

circuit topology. The ultimate version of this technology is found in the extremely

expensive DAC5Signature, and we have taken great to ensure that as much of the

inherent advantages of the topology have been retained in the sound of the DAC

One.1x. The technology dispenses with all the correction measures inherent in all

other d-a converters and presents the digital signal directly to the converter after

reformatting. This allow you to hear what is actually recorded on each disc, rather

than, as has been the case up to now, some technically and cosmetically altered

version, as a result the reproduction is more reminiscent of a master tape in quality.

Not surprisingly for an Audio Note™ product, the DAC uses vacuum tube technology,

implemented using traditional Audio Note techniques.

UNPACKING & INSTALLATION.

Please take care when unpacking the DAC. We recommend that you store the

packing materials in case the unit requires shipping at a later date.

Next, select a suitable location for the unit, ensuring that adequate ventilation is

provided (the vacuum tubes do generate some amount of heat). In the interest of

safe, reliable operation, situate the DAC away from dampness or direct sunshine.

Worthwhile sonic improvements may be obtained by locating the unit on a suitably

designed audio component support system.

AFTER CARE

No special maintenance is required for the DAC One.1x. Cleaning is best made with

a soft cloth or brush similar to those sold by photographic stores for lens cleaning

applications.

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- - 1 congratulations on your purchase of the audio note™ dac one.1x. The dac one.1x was specifically designed and engineered for the best sonic performance rather than technical specifications. Although the dac one.1x is a digital component (there is no avoiding this unfortunately!), it will bring ...
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- - 2 use a cloth dampened with mildly warm water and a weak soap solution for removing grease or oily substances. Strong or alcohol based solvents may cause damage to the dac’s finish. Replacing the vacuum tubes. The vacuum tube used in the dac one.1x is a sub miniature triode called the 6111wa, it...
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- - 3 connections - digital a coaxial connection enables connection of the dac to a cd transport or other digital sources. Before making a connection, ensure that the dac is turned off. Select a suitable coaxial cable for digital use, we recommend audio note™ an-a, an-c copper interconnects or an-s ...
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- - 4 the unit is maintaining a constant operating temperature) but also causes less electrical stress and so extends component and valve life. Warranty and servicing audio note warrants this product free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from original date of purchase from an a...
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- - 5 power consumption 11 watts note: due to audio note’s ongoing research and development programme, specifications are subject to change without notice. This product complies with standard ce standards..