M2TECH EVO PHONODAC TWO Manuel utilisateur
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EVO PHONODAC TWO
DXD-DSD A-TO-D AND D-TO-A CONVERTER
PHONO PREAMPLIFIER
USER MANUAL
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EVO P DAC Two
HONO
DXD-DSD A/D-D/A CONVERTER
PHONO PREAMP
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EVO PHONODAC TWO
DXD-DSD A-TO-D AND D-TO-A CONVERTER – PHONO PREAMP
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Warning!
Changes or modifications not authorized by the manufacturer can invalidate the
compliance to CE regulations and cause the unit to be no more suitable to use. The
manufacturer refuses every responsibility regarding damages to people or things
due to the use of a unit which has been subject to unauthorized modifications or to
misuse or to malfunction of a unit which has been subject to unauthorized
modifications.
This unit is compliant with the following CE regulations CEI EN 55022 2009 Class B (Radiated Emissions),
CEI EN 55024 1999, CEI EN 55024 A2/2003, CEI EN 55024 IS1/2008 (Radio Frequency Electromagnetic
Fields, 50Hz Magnetic Field Immunity Test and Electrostatic Discharges – ESD).
For a proper operation of this unit, all connections to other equipment in the system must be done
when all equipment are off. Failing to comply with this advice may lead to damage to the E O
PHONODAC TWO.
The label above, printed on the product case, indicates that the product, when no more usable, can’t be
treated as generic garbage, but must be disposed of at a collection point for recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment, in compliance with the WEEE regulation (Waste of Electrical and Electronic
Equipment).
By making sure that this unit is correctly recycled, you will help preventing potential damages to environment
and human health, which could be caused by a wrong treatment of this product as generic garbage.
Materials’ recycling helps saving natural resources. For more in-depth information about recycling this
product, please contact M2Tech Srl.
WARNING: the information contained in this manual are considered to be reliable and accurate.
M2Tech reserves the right to change or modify the information any time, without prior advice. It’s up
to the customer to ensure that the manual being consulted is the latest version.
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Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing EVO PHONODAC TWO. You’re the owner of a very high quality D-
to-A and A-TO-D combo with a wealth of unique features, conceived to deliver the best
performance in conjunction with your computer and audio devices.
EVO PHONODAC TWO implements a set of technological and functional solutions, from the
low jitter, high precision crystal oscillators, to the versatile external clock input for higher
quality clocks like those delivered by the EVO CLOCK TWO, to the versatile equalization
capability in digital domain allowing for phono eq, to the low noise supply which
accomplishes an outstanding 120dB SNR.
EVO PHONODAC TWO is provided with a wide range of inputs, analog and digital ones,
therefore it’s able to interface with virtually every audio device. The special optical output
for communicating information about the sampling frequency being selected allows for
automatic external clock generator reconfiguration when used with the EVO CLOCK TWO.
The remote control provided with the EVO PHONODAC TWO grants complete access to all
its features, while the LCD display clearly shows all the operation information..
We’re sure that your expectations will be fulfilled by purchasing EVO PHONODAC TWO
your system will exhibit an incredible sonic performance, so you can now prepare for a
whole new listening experience!
Nadia Marino, CEO
Please note here your EVO PHONODAC TWO serial number and purchase info for future
reference
S/N _______________________ Date of Purchase _________________________
Place of Purchase__________________________
Note: Proof of retail purchase, such as your purchase receipt, will be required in the unlikely event
that any warranty service will be required
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Unpacking and Placing the Unit.......................................................................................7
2. Front Panel ......................................................................................................................9
3. Rear Panel.....................................................................................................................11
4. remote control................................................................................................................13
5. Connecting and Powering the Unit ................................................................................15
6. Cleaning the Unit ...........................................................................................................17
7. Using the EVO PHONODAC TWO.....................................................................................19
7.1. Input selection .........................................................................................................19
7.2. HID with the USB input............................................................................................19
7.3. Analog input gain and impedance ...........................................................................19
7.4. Equalization.............................................................................................................19
7.5. Clip indicator ...........................................................................................................20
7.6. External clock, auxiliary S/PDIF input......................................................................20
7.7. DSD and DXD .........................................................................................................21
7.8. Filters ......................................................................................................................21
8. Configuring the EVO PHONODAC TWO ...........................................................................23
8.1. Left-Right balance (BALANCE) ...............................................................................23
8.2. External clock (EXT CLK)........................................................................................23
8.3. Power-on volume (PWR ON VOL) ..........................................................................23
8.4. Output signal phase (PHASE).................................................................................24
8.5. Channels swap (CH SWAP)....................................................................................24
8.6. Low-pass filter (LP FILTER) ....................................................................................24
8.7. High-pass filter (HP FILTER)...................................................................................24
8.8. MPX filter (MPX FLT) ..............................................................................................24
8.9. Phono equalization (EQ Phono)..............................................................................25
8.10. ADC resolution (ADC RES)...................................................................................25
8.11. ADC sampling frequency (ADC FS) ......................................................................25
8.12. ADC input gain (ADC GAIN) .................................................................................25
8.13. ADC clip indicator reference level (ADC CLIP) .....................................................26
8.14. Menu default values restore (DEFAULT) ..............................................................26
8.15. Menu exit (EXIT) ...................................................................................................26
9. Notes on equalization ....................................................................................................27
9.1. Why equalization is needed for records? ................................................................27
9.2. List of phono equalization curves available on the EVO PHONODAC TWO and notes
on their usage ................................................................................................................30
9.2.1. RIAA .................................................................................................................30
9.2.2. AES ..................................................................................................................30
9.2.3. Angel (ANG) .....................................................................................................31
9.2.4. Audiophile (AUDP)............................................................................................31
9.2.5. Capitol (CAP)....................................................................................................31
9.2.6. Columbia (COL)................................................................................................31
9.2.7. HMV..................................................................................................................31
9.2.8. Decca/London FFRR ........................................................................................31
9.2.9. MGM.................................................................................................................31
9.2.10. NAB ................................................................................................................32
9.2.11. Oiseau-Lyre (OYLR) .......................................................................................32
9.2.12. Pacific Jazz (PACJ) ........................................................................................32
9.2.13. Philips .............................................................................................................32
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9.2.14. RCA (RCA1, RCA2 and RCAO) .....................................................................32
9.2.15. Brunswick .......................................................................................................32
9.2.16. Columbia 1925, Columbia 1938 and Columbia England (CO25, CO38 and
COLE).........................................................................................................................32
9.2.17. Decca FFRR 78rpm (DEC).............................................................................33
9.2.18. MGM 78rpm (MGM7)......................................................................................33
9.2.19. Victor 1938-47 and Victor 1947-52 (VIC3 and VIC4) ......................................33
9.3. Equalizing tapes why and when .............................................................................33
9.3.1. CCIR/IEC for 9.5cm/s and 19cm/s (3¾ ips and 7½ ips) and CCIR/IEC for
38cm/s (15 ips) (IEC1 and IEC3)................................................................................34
9.3.2. NAB for 9.5cm/s (3¾ ips) and NAB for 19cm/s (7½ ips)...................................34
9.4. Acquiring with equalization......................................................................................34
9.5. Interfacing a cartridge or a tape head......................................................................34
9.6. Recording programs................................................................................................35
10. Using a Computer as Digital Source and/or Sink.........................................................37
10.1. Plug’n’Play Operation with Apple OSX..................................................................37
10.1.1. DSD files playback with Mac...........................................................................39
10.2. Plug’n’Play Operation with Linux...........................................................................40
10.2.1. DSD files playback with Linux.........................................................................42
10.3. Using the EVO PHONODAC TWO with Windows .....................................................42
10.3.1. Installing the Windows driver ..........................................................................42
10.3.2. Windows driver uninstall .................................................................................49
10.3.3. Windows Driver Panel ....................................................................................53
10.3.4. Using the EVO PHONODAC TWO as Windows predefined audio device ..........57
10.3.5. Configuring the player FooBar and JRiver Media Center ..............................61
10.3.6. Connecting the EVO PHONODAC TWO to an USB 1.1 port ..............................67
11. Updating the EVO PHONODAC TWO .............................................................................69
12. Using a power supply different from the standard one.................................................71
13. Specifications...............................................................................................................73
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1. Unpacking and Placing the Unit
Lay the box on a table and open it by separating it from the external paperwork. The
following items are included
• one EVO PHONODAC TWO;
• one wall adaptor (9V
DC
or 12V
DC
or 15V
DC
);
• one remote control.
Should one or more item be missing, please contact your retail dealer.
NOTE: no cables are provided; the user is free to choose her/his favourite ones.
Remove the EVO PHONODAC TWO from the foam enclosure and place it onto a stable
base, far from heat sources. Avoid full sunlight on the unit. Allow for ample room around
the unit for venting.
Avoid smoke, moisture, dirt and liquids from reaching the unit.
NOTE: any signs of abuse will void warranty coverage.
Do not place the unit on thick carpets or inside a box or piece of furniture, not even close
to curtains.
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2. Front Panel
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1) Display.
It shows the operation information (sampling frequency, selected input, etc.).
Moreover, it shows all active options (See Chap. 8).
2) Clip indicator.
It lits when the input analog signal reaches the preset level (See Chap.
7).
3) Remote control IR receiver.
Aim the remote at this point to send command to the
device.
NOTE: the remote control provided with the EVO PHONODAC TWO
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for the Evo DAC Two
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Evo DAC Two and EVO DAC TWO PLUS
EVO DAC TWO PLUSEVO DAC TWO PLUS
EVO DAC TWO PLUS. For this reason, whenever the user
owns both units, it may happen that a command sent to one of them will also affect
the other. To avoid interferences, place the two units apart each other or keep the
unused unit off.
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