ExaSound S82 Mark II Manuel utilisateur

s82 Mark II Streaming DAC and Roon Server

Owner’s Manual

PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATION

DSD 512/24.576 MHz PCM 32bit/384 kHz MQA 24 bit/384 kHz

REV. 2.0.1 – 03/2023

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Table of Contents

Welcome ....................................................................................................................................................... 5

Package Contents.......................................................................................................................................... 6

Proper Device Placement.............................................................................................................................. 6

Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

Features for Sonic Fidelity............................................................................................................................. 8

Front and Rear Panels.................................................................................................................................10

Infrared Remote Control.............................................................................................................................11

Connecting the s82 Mark II Streaming DAC and Roon Server ....................................................................12

Connecting the Digital Inputs ........................................................................................................ 12

Connecting the Line Outputs ......................................................................................................... 12

Connecting TV, USB keyboard and Mouse (Optional) ................................................................... 12

Trigger Output................................................................................................................................13

Direct Connection to Analogue Power Amplifier........................................................................... 13

Power Supply ................................................................................................................................. 13

Single Power Supply Configuration................................................................................................ 13

Connecting Additional Linear Power Supply for the DAC Analogue Stages ..................................13

Surge Protectors ............................................................................................................................14

Isolating the Cable TV Ground ....................................................................................................... 14

How to Use the s82 Mark II streaming DAC and Roon Server....................................................................15

Roon Ready Network Player ..........................................................................................................15

Tidal Connect Player ...................................................................................................................... 15

USB DAC ......................................................................................................................................... 16

UPnP /OpenHome Player and Audio Library Server......................................................................16

Network Audio Adapter for HQPlayer ...........................................................................................16

AirPlay Player ................................................................................................................................. 16

Bluetooth Music Player.................................................................................................................. 16

Web Streaming Player ...................................................................................................................16

Playing Music from Stereo SPDIF Sources .....................................................................................17

Quick Start Guide ........................................................................................................................................18

Proper Device Placement............................................................................................................... 18

Initial Start-up ................................................................................................................................ 18

Configuring a Wi-Fi Connection to the Home Network (Optional)................................................18

Using the exaSound s82 Mark II with Roon ...................................................................................19

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Using the exaSound s82 Mark II with Tidal Connect .....................................................................19

Using the exaSound s82 Mark II with UPnP................................................................................... 19

Using the exaSound s82 Mark II with HQPlayer ............................................................................19

Using the exaSound s82 Mark II with AirPlay ................................................................................20

Windows ASIO Driver Setup ..........................................................................................................21

exaSound Dashboard (Windows)................................................................................................... 21

Mac OS Driver Setup......................................................................................................................22

exaSound Menu Icon (Mac OS)...................................................................................................... 22

Audio-MIDI Setup...........................................................................................................................23

s82 Mark II Configuration ...........................................................................................................................24

Input Selection ...............................................................................................................................26

Device Information ........................................................................................................................26

Firmware Updates..........................................................................................................................27

Settings Menu................................................................................................................................28

Wi-Fi Configuration........................................................................................................................28

Multi-room Configuration and Using a Custom Device Name ...................................................... 30

Ethernet Connection with Manual IP Address............................................................................... 31

Switching Between Wireless and Wired Network Connection......................................................32

Resetting the Network Connection to Factory Defaults................................................................ 32

Sharing Attached USB Drives on the Network...............................................................................33

General Settings Page .................................................................................................................... 35

Power Saving Mode Timeout......................................................................................................... 36

Advanced Settings - Audio Optimisations...................................................................................... 36

Advanced Settings - SPDIF and TOSLINK Lock................................................................................ 37

Advanced Settings - DAC Reset and Line Outputs control............................................................. 38

Volume Control for LAN, SPDIF and Optical Inputs .................................................................................... 39

Volume Bypass...............................................................................................................................40

Maximum Volume Limit................................................................................................................. 41

UPnP Server and Music Library...................................................................................................................42

CD Ripping...................................................................................................................................................43

Bluetooth Audio Streaming ........................................................................................................................ 45

Web Streaming via HDMI - Experimental ...................................................................................................46

Remote Support and Help.......................................................................................................................... 47

Remote support connections......................................................................................................... 47

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Windows ASIO Drivers Step-by-step Setup Guide ...................................................................................... 48

PC System Requirements............................................................................................................... 48

Windows ASIO Driver Installation.................................................................................................. 48

Using the s82 DAC on Windows..................................................................................................................52

Using the Asynchronous USB Input - Windows ............................................................................. 52

JRiver / JRemote Volume Synchronization Plug-in - Windows ...................................................... 53

Roon Volume Synchronization Plug-in - Windows ........................................................................ 54

Step-By-Step Player Configuration Instructions - Windows .......................................................... 54

Using Player Apps without ASIO Support ...................................................................................... 54

Mac OS Drivers Step-by-step Setup Guide ................................................................................................. 55

System Requirements.................................................................................................................... 55

Software Installation......................................................................................................................55

Using the exaSound s82 DAC on Mac OS.................................................................................................... 57

Step-By-Step Player Configuration Instructions - Mac OS ............................................................. 57

Playing Music from SPDIF Sources..............................................................................................................58

IR Remote Control Setup ............................................................................................................................59

Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................60

Open-source Credits ...................................................................................................................................63

GNU General Public License (“GPL”)........................................................................................................... 64

Safety Information ......................................................................................................................................65

Explanation of Graphical Symbols ................................................................................................. 65

Important Safety Instructions........................................................................................................65

Precautions .................................................................................................................................... 65

Limited One Year Warranty ........................................................................................................................ 68

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Welcome

Thank you for purchasing the exaSound s82 Mark II Streaming DAC and Roon Server. Combining a

reference-grade 32-bit digital-to-analog converter and Roon Ready streamer and server in one elegant

component, the s82 Mark II brings simplicity and sonic perfection to your music room.

The two models of the exaSound s82 Streaming DAC, Mark I and Mark II are identical in terms of sound

fidelity, appearance and refinements.

The defining feature of the Mark II upgrade is the server/streamer module for hosting a Roon Core. s82

Mark II is a reference grade all-in-one-box, easy-to-use solution for Roon: DAC, streamer and server.

With refinements like autonomous balanced and unbalanced I/V stages and exaSound’s unique three-

way galvanic isolation, s82 Mark II Streaming DAC will uncover every detail in your high-resolution files,

allowing you to hear the music just as it was recorded.

s82 Mark II features proprietary asynchronous USB and network streaming, ASIO and Core Audio USB

drivers and FPGA core to achieve 32bit, low-jitter, bit-perfect signal path. It will play natively all formats

up to DSD512, PCM and MQA up to 384 kHz and DXD.

We hope that the exaSound s82 Mark II will help you to enjoy world-class music experience for years to

come. Please take the time to read right through this manual. Investing a little time now is the best way

to ensure that you will make the most of your new streaming DAC.

Happy listening,

exaSound Audio Design

www.exaSound.com

[email protected]

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Package Contents

The following items should be in the box:

•exaSound s82 Mark II Streaming DAC

•IR remote control

•External universal power supply

•Two Wi-Fi Antennas (except for models without Wi-Fi support)

•Power cable

•USB Cable

•Ethernet Cable

•Quick Start Guide

Proper Device Placement

Place the device on a stable solid base, far from heat sources. Do not expose the device to direct

sunlight. Allow at least 5 cm (2'') around the device for ventilation. Do not place the device on fabrics,

inside enclosed space, or in contact with curtains. Do not place the device on top of power amplifiers

or any other equipment that emits heat. Thermal damage is not covered by the warranty. Do not

expose the unit to smoke, humidity, moisture and water.

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Overview

The exaSound s82 Mark II is a reference-quality stereo digital-to-analog converter streamer and server.

Based on the ES9038PRO reference DAC chip, it delivers 32-bit precision capable of resolving the

smallest signal details. The chip features patented 32-bit HyperStream technology. ES9038PRO delivers

the industry’s highest performance levels that will satisfy the most demanding audio enthusiasts.

s82 receives digital audio via Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, USB, built-in SSD and attached USB

storage drives. It outputs analogue audio via balanced or unbalanced connection to your power

amplifier or preamplifier. s82 Mark II also features a high-power headphone amplifier capable of driving

the most demanding headphones.

s82 Mark II utilizes the exaSound's proprietary ZeroJitter™ asynchronous packet streaming technology,

three-way GalvanicInfinity™ noise isolation and ZeroResolutionLoss™ hardware volume control

architecture. Combined, these three technologies deliver dynamic and natural sound with vanishingly-

low jitter, distortion and noise levels.

exaSound s82 Mark II supports most PCM music formats including FLAC, AIFF, WAV, as well as DSD

formats including DSF and DFF. It offers ENclusiv™ High Resolution Audio (HRA) support - PCM sampling

rates up to 384kHz at 32-bit resolution and DSD up to 24.576MHz (Octuple-rate / DSD512). S82 Mark II

offers MQA full unfolding up to 384 KHz.

s82 Mark II features a build-in Roon Core. It will work with the built-in streaming DAC and It can also

stream audio to other network players on you your home network.

The UPnP server built-in the s82 Mark II can handle multiple independent UPnP audio zones.

The exaSound s82 Mark II configuration is managed via a Web browser. Playback is controlled with

Roon, JRiver and various apps for iPad, iPhone, Android devices, Mac and PC.

exaSound s82 Mark II is a multi-level device. It can be used in simple and most-advanced network

configurations. It supports several network audio standards including Roon RAAT, Tidal Connect,

OpenHome, UPnP, HQPlayer NAA, Bluetooth and AirPlay. Additional network audio protocols will be

available with software updates.

Tidal, Qobuz and other streaming services are also available with Roon, Bubble UPnP, and with AirPlay.

s82 offers unique Web streaming support for YouTube, YouTube Music, Qobuz and TuneIn Radio.

YouTube support includes the video experience.

With features like remote upgrades and remote support, the s82 Mark II is future-proof and backed by

the exceptional exaSound customer service.

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Features for Sonic Fidelity

Bitperfect Streaming

The exaSound s82 Mark II supports audio streaming technologies that provide bitperfect lossless

streaming - Roon RAAT, Signalyst NAA and Open Home/UPnP.

Asynchronous mode eliminates jitter caused by the LAN and the USB interfaces

Asynchronous USB is a two-way communication method between a computer and an external DAC.

s82 Mark II controls the rate at which audio data is transmitted over USB. Rather than being sent as a

continuous stream, as is the case with standard USB audio interfaces, the data is sent in packets. If a

streaming error is detected, the faulty packet is retransmitted. Packet retransmission for error

correction is possible because audio data is streamed at speed higher than the playback speed.

The incoming data is stored in a hardware buffer in the DAC module. The data is then clocked out of this

buffer by the s82 high-precision master clock. Re-clocking guarantees a very high accuracy and precision

of data timing. It completely eliminates jitter caused by computer timing errors, the USB and LAN data

transports. An added bonus to using packet-based streaming over USB is the ability to send and receive

control information along with the audio data. This is how volume control instructions are exchanged

between the s82 DAC and player apps, computers and audio servers.

Windows ASIO Driver

Using ASIO brings unique advantages that are hard to achieve with other Windows driver technologies.

Mac OS High-Performance Driver

We offer a high-performance Mac OS driver supporting PCM sampling rates from 44.1kHz to 384kHz at

32bit resolution. We support DSD over PCM 1.0 standard at sampling rates DSD64 (2.8224/3.72 MHz),

DSD128 (5.6448/6144 MHz) and DSD256 (11.2896/12.288 MHz).

Automatic PCM / DSD / MQA Switching

Audio data is always streamed in its native format. s82 enters automatically native PCM, DSD or MQA

modes. DSD streams are processed in their native format without conversion to PCM.

Bit-perfect operation independent from the Windows volume control and mixer

The Windows volume control and mixer are made to provide wide compatibility and easiness of use.

Usability and convenience comes at the expense of sonic fidelity. The resulting output may not be bit-

perfect or bit-transparent. Third-party proprietary Windows drivers are hard to be verified as bit-perfect

because factors beyond the control of the user can change the Windows sound processing chain. The

exaSound proprietary ASIO drivers provide bit-perfect operation independent from the Windows

volume control and mixer.

Hardware Volume Control and Volume Bypass

The s82 DAC volume control is implemented by the ES9038PRO DAC chip. In USB mode it is completely

independent from the Windows and Mac software volume controls. Audio data is always bit-streamed

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over the USB interface at full scale 0dB/32bit resolution. Volume processing is performed by the DAC

chip right at the border between the digital and the analogue domains. This architecture offers signal to

noise ratio comparable to the best analogue volume controls. Setting the volume to 0dB turns all

volume processing off and sets the s82 DAC in volume bypass mode.

ASIO Volume Control Integration with JRiver and Roon on Windows

The exaSound Volume Synchronization Plug-ins allows JRiver for Windows / JRemote and Roon to access

the hardware volume control built in all exaSound DACs. There is no need for using plug-ins on Mac.

Roon Ready Network Player

The exaSound s82 is a Roon Tested DAC and Roon Ready network player. It has been profiled and tested

by both Roon Labs and exaSound for maximum compatibility. Roon recognizes exaSound devices and

sends them audio optimized for their capabilities. Together, Roon and exaSound deliver the power,

flexibility, and performance benefits of digital audio, with the easiest setup and highest reliability

available.

MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)

MQA is an award-winning British technology that delivers the sound of the original master recording.

The master MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough to stream or download.

The s82 Mark II includes MQA technology, which enables you to play back MQA audio files and streams,

delivering the sound of the original master recording. Visit mqa.co.uk for more information.

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Front and Rear Panels

Power Light

IR Remote Setup

HDMI 2 Output

Connector

Reserved for

Future Use

USB 2.0 Connectors

Optional Keyboard, Mouse

for use with Web UI and

Web Streaming

Optional Additional 12V Linear Power Supply for DAC

12V Trigger Output

Ethernet

RJ45

Connector

(Home

Network)

CBL: SPDIF Input , Cable

HDMI 1 Output

Connector for WEB

User Interface and

Web Streaming

Wi-Fi

Antenna

USB 3.0 Connectors

(Disk Storage)

12V Main Power Supply Connector

Input Selector

LAN / CBL-SPDIF / OPT-Optical / USB

Power Button

Volume

Headphones

OPT: Optical Input , SPDIF TOSLINK

Reset

Button

DAC Power Supply Selector: Main / Additional

RCA Line Outputs

XLR Line Outputs

Mute

IR Receiver

USB Audio Input

Wi-Fi

Antennas

XLR Line Outputs

RCA Line Outputs

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