Lavry DA10 Manual - page 5
LavryBlack DA10
Operation
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- In some cases, the format of the signal on an RCA output or an optical output can be set to
formats other than “Stereo” or “SPDIF.” For example, multi-disc DVD players that can play audio
CD’s may need to have the output format changed to “Stereo” before the DA10 can reproduce
the audio on a CD. Some computer interfaces have optical outputs that can be set to “ADAT”
which is multi channel, and is not compatible with the stereo digital input of the DA10.
Connect the XLR OUTPUTS to your destination device (recording studio equipment, receiver,
power amplifier, or powered speakers).
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Use XLR to RCA adapters or adapter cables to connect the XLR outputs of the DA10 to
equipment with RCA inputs.
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If connections are made to equipment with unbalanced inputs, please be sure to set the
internal jumpers for the proper unbalanced mode (typically “Pin 2 Hot”). Please see the
section titled CONFIGURING THE XLR OUTPUTS.
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The XLR marked left to the LEFT Channel of the destination.
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The XLR marked right to the RIGHT Channel of the destination.
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Please see the section titled “Determining the Correct DA10 Volume Setting for Your
System” for details on the correct Volume settings.
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Connect headphones to the HEADPHONE jack. The headphones can be plugged or
unplugged at any time. It is recommended that you unplug headphones when not in use.
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DO NOT use “earbuds” or any other headphones designed for use with portable battery-
powered devices such as MP3 players. Damage to the headphones may result.
CONFIGURING THE XLR OUTPUTS:
The unit is factory configured to operate in Balanced output mode. The balanced signal appears
on both PIN 2 and PIN 3 of the XLR outputs. PIN 1 is a ground connection for the cable shield.
The unit may be configured (via internal jumpers) to drive Unbalanced inputs.
Most XLR to RCA adaptors or adapter cables (such as a cable with XLR Female on one end and
an RCA plug or ¼ inch MONO plug on the other) work correctly as Balanced to Unbalanced
converters. However, you MUST set the internal jumpers for the proper unbalanced
configuration when using adapters to avoid distortion of the audio output.
Here is an example of an XLR to RCA adapter (Female XLR to RCA socket):
The XLR pin of the adapter that connects to the center pin of the RCA plug is the “HOT” pin for
unbalanced operation. In most cases, this is Pin 2 of the XLR connector. Pin 1 and Pin 3 are
typically connected together and to the outer contact of the RCA connector.
Please see section G: “SETTING THE DA10’S INTERNAL JUMPERS” for additional information.
OPERATION:
A. INPUT SELECTOR, SAMPLE FREQUENCY INDICATORS, & LOCK LAMP
The switch labeled INPUT selects which digital audio input acts as the source for the audio
output. The three positions xlr, rca, and optical correspond to the input connectors on the back
panel.