Vivaldi Clock User Manual v1.0x
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1. Damage caused to your Vivaldi Clock by misuse of a mains regenerator or by a malfunctioning mains regenerator is not covered by the warranty Disposal at end of life the symbol indicates that this product should not be treated as normal household waste It should be recycled so please take it to an approved collection facility Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 STEP BY STEP GUIDE This section guides you through setting up the unit for basic operation Preliminaries The Menu Setup Guide sheet details the menu structure and details the two most common set ups For all of the Word Clock Outputs and the Reference Input use 750 coax cables fitted with BNC plugs Connect the power cable supplied to the power inlet on the Clock rear panel plug the other end into a convenient power outlet Please do not use an excessively heavy or inflexible power cable as this may damage the power inlet connector Pi i a cc 1 z The cables supplied with the unit are commercial grade because most owners will have WwW their own audiophile grade cables or will prefer to make their own cable choices Set the rocker switch near the mains inlet to the I position Press the Power button the unit will display Vivaldi Clock Wait about 30 seconds while the Clock configures itself If the unit is likely to be set in an unfamiliar state y2. 2x BNC cables Spare fuses Notify your dealer as soon as possible if anything is missing or damaged We suggest that you retain the original packaging for possible future use If this is not possible replacement packaging can be ordered from dCS or our distributors Details can be found on our web site at www dcsltd co uk A dCS Premium remote control is supplied with the Vivaldi DAC The Premium remote control and a programmable Nevo Q50 colour touch screen remote control configured for Vivaldi are available as optional extras Positioning the unit For best sound quality the units in the Vivaldi range are designed to be mounted on separate shelves of a rack although they may be stacked directly on top of each other if this is absolutely necessary Place each unit on a firm vibration free base allowing convenient connection to the other parts of your system To prevent overheating we recommend that you leave some free space around the unit to allow for ventilation The unit is supplied with 4 feet fitted If you prefer a 3 feet layout unscrew the two back feet remove the two black cores using a 2 5mm A F Allen key fit one of the cores in the middle position and replace the foot Take care not to cross thread the foot any levelling you can unscrew any of the feet up to 3 complete turns to give up to 3mm With all feet screwed fully home the unit will sit level on a flat surface If you need to do 9 1 8 of height adjustme
3. and press the Power button C on the front panel once Note that the unit cannot be turned on from the remote control To set the unit to sleep mode press the Power button once The main display will turn off the LED D beside the button will illuminate and the Word Clock Outputs will be muted but the unit will remain close to running temperature Press again to return to normal operation To switch off hold down the Power button for about 5 seconds until SWITCHING OFF appears on the display then release it When the menu is open press the Power button to close the menu Menu Button Press the Menu button E to open the menu select menu pages and change settings See the Menu section on page 14 for information on using the menu features Freq1 Button Use the Freq1 button F to set the clock frequency for Group 1 Word Clock outputs A typical setting is 44 1kHz When the menu is open the Freq1 button changes to the lt button used to page backwards through the menu Freq2 Button Use the Freq2 button G to set the clock frequency for Group 2 Word Clock outputs A typical setting is 48kHz When the menu is open the Freq2 button changes to the gt button used to page forwards through the menu When using the automatic clock selection feature on the Vivaldi DAC and Upsampler it is essential that one Group is set to 44 1kHz and the other Group is set to 48kHz or exact multiples of these frequencies Filename Vivaldi
4. not receiving updated software and will abort the process The software will not have been changed English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 CLOCK SETTINGS Menu AC TTL bb we w gJ ET The Reference In menu page sets the Reference Input to accept either an AC coupled reference generated by a Rubidium reference or GPS receiver for example or a Word Clock signal at TTL levels If you are not using an external reference set this page to TTL This setting is much less sensitive to stray signals which could otherwise interfere with the clock stability The Dither feature modulates the clock edges in a controlled way to exercise the phase locked loops in the source and DAC improving their error correction Try it and decide for yourself whether you prefer Dither on or Dither off There are separate menu pages for Dither Group 1 and Dither Group 2 Lock prevents the frequency settings being accidentally changed either from the front panel or by IR remote commands When you want to change the frequency settings first open the menu and select Unlocked RS232 Mode sets the RS232 interface to either Text mode for use with 3 _party control systems or 4CS production Binary mode which is intended for factory use only Factory Reset resets the unit to standard settings These are Output frequencies to 44 1kHz e RS232 Mode to Binary Reference In
5. will invalidate the warranty Fuse failure is rare Referring to the diagram below remove the power cable insert small flat bladed screwdrivers into each fuse holder slot A push them together to release the clips and pull the fuse holder out Pull out the blown fuse and fit a new fuse in the holder B Orient the fuse holder as shown C and push the holder back into the unit so that it clicks home Spare fuses are provided with the unit A B C Cleaning the case The front and back panels of your dCS equipment are machined from very high grade aluminium Great care has been taken to create the finish of the aluminium throughout the engineering process from the raw solid material to the finished piece To remove loose dust or finger marks from the case we recommend that you use a clean dry lint free cloth To restore the finish we recommend applying small quantities of a lanolin based cleaner using a clean dry lint free cloth and then wiping off Do not allow lanolin to collect around the buttons Small amounts of glass cleaner containing ammonia may be used to clean other surfaces but avoid spraying onto the connector contacts Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 Limited Warranty General dCS warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 3 y
6. Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 REAR PANEL f O i o G o O Figure 4 Rear panel Reference Input The Reference In connector H allows the unit to be locked to an accurate external reference such as an atomic clock or a GPS receiver The unit will automatically lock when a suitable reference is connected and display this icon when locking is complete With the Reference Input menu page set to TIL the unit will lock to a TTL compatible word clock With the Reference Input menu page set to AC the unit will lock to an AC coupled reference MZ As the Vivaldi Clock is a grade 1 master clock there is nothing to be gained by locking it to a less stable or less accurate reference During software updating this input behaves as an SPDIF input Word Clock Outputs The unit has eight Word Clock Outputs which are split into Group 1 I and Group 2 J with 4 outputs in each group Each group can be set to 44 1 48 88 2 96 176 4 or 192kHz Word clock is used for synchronisation only it does not carry digital data Test interface This RS232 interface K has two modes set by the Settings gt RS232 menu page e Binary mode is used to remotely control the unit during automated production testing at dCs e ext mode is for use with a household automation system If you would like to use this mode please download the
7. Word Clock You can use a device that does not have a Word Clock input such as a satellite receiver or a basic CD Transport in a Vivaldi system but a different set up is needed You cannot lock the DAC or Upsampler to the Master Clock if the source equipment is not also locked to the Master Clock because this breaks Golden Rule 1 simply connect the device to one of the DAC s inputs select that input and set the Settings gt Sync Mode page to Audio 3 box Vivaldi system To get around this when using a Vivaldi Transport DAC Clock 4 box Vivaldi system Connect the device to one of the Upsampler s unused inputs such as SPDIF1 in or Toslink select that input and set the Upsampler s Settings gt Sync Mode page to Audio Next connect a BNC cable from the Upsampler s Word Clock Output to the DAC s Word Clock In3 input Connect one of the Upsampler s SPDIF outputs to the DAC s matching input select that input and set the DAC s Settings gt Sync Mode page to Word Clock 3 Set the Upsampler s Output sample rate to either 176 4 or 192 and play the music To change between the un clocked device and the Vivaldi Transport for example select the relevant inputs on the Upsampler AND the DAC Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 FRONT PANEL LA Bl VIVALDI CLOCK z Pow OL rea ra CD E F G Figure 3 Front pa
8. data at 32 48 96 or 192kS s To make best use of a Master Clock all the digital audio units in the chain should be locked to it In a Vivaldi system you can use multiples of the base clock frequency If you wish you can try 88 2 or 176 4kHz instead of 44 1kHz and 96 or 192kHz in place of 48kHz Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 Connecting the system for CD SACD playback Many owners will use the Vivaldi Clock to clock a Vivaldi stack at 44 1kHz f j le sai detta m D Transport DIGITAL OUT maoe Lia to Amplifier Figure 1 Using the Vivaldi Transport DAC and Clock together e Connectthe system as shown above e Use the Clock s Freq1 button to set the Group 1 Outputs to 44 1kHz to suit the CD Transport shr To sync the DAC to Word Clock 1 open the menu navigate to the Settings gt Sync Mode menu page The button sequence is Menu gt Menu and then use the Menu button to select the Word Clock 1 icon The system will re lock and un mute e Set the Clock s Settings gt Groupi Dither menu page On or Off as you prefer Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 A full Vivaldi system The Vivaldi s clocking system has been designed to be very comprehensive to cope with multiple sample rates with a mixture of cloc
9. list of remote control commands from www dcslid co uk page support The interface is designed to be used with a straight through cable wired pin 1 to pin 1 etc The pin connections are Pin 2 dCS unit transmit Pin 3 dCS unit receive Pin5 ground Shell cable screen amp drain wire We recommend using infra red remote control instead Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 Mains inlet Power is connected via a standard IEC320 connector L protected by a fuse and isolated by a 2 pole power switch Label The label M states the unit s serial number and the nominal voltage to which the unit is set It is important to quote the serial number if you need assistance Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 THE MENU gt M4 Displays the software issues amp serial number Loads new software from a dCS CD Displays the unit status Displays dCS contact details Group 1 Group 2 Sets the Modulates the Modulates the roe Select RS232 Restores External Input clock edges clock edges Fredient Text Mode or standard to detect TTL for better for better q y factory or AC sensitivity sensitivity ne einai NDUE settings Display On Off Turns the main display on off Sets the display brigh
10. or our authorised service agents the product is operated without a mains earth or ground connection the unit is returned inadequately packed dCS reserve the right to apply a service charge if a product returned for warranty repair is found to be operating correctly or if a product is returned without a returns number being issued This warranty covers parts and labour only it does not cover shipping charges or tax duty Our dealers or distributors are NOT authorised to extend the terms of this warranty dCS cannot accept responsibility for any attempt to do so Products re sold by dCS on a used basis may be subject to reduced warranty terms Obtaining Service Should you encounter a problem contact your authorised dCS dealer for advice quoting the model the full serial number software version number and giving a detailed description of the fault Your dealer will advise you fully on actions that need to be taken When returning a unit the original packaging should be used to avoid transit damage Replacement packaging sets may be purchased from dCs During the Warranty period there will normally be no charge for parts or labour Operating Conditions e The supply voltage must remain within 10 of the A C voltage specified on the back panel e The supply frequency must be in the range 49Hz to 62Hz e Ambient temperature range 0 C 32 F to 40 C 104 F non condensing e Do not install the unit near heat sou
11. ceiver 10 Display 10 Power Button 11 Menu Button 11 Fregi Button 11 Freq2 Button 11 kear FANE iyena E ani ie iaia nea near ae aaa 12 Reference Input 12 Word Clock Outputs 12 Test interface 12 Mains inlet 13 Label 13 APNG MEMU sac o teste ceaceg ace can ina IT TI I iii 14 Using the Menu 15 INFORMATION Menu 16 CLOCK SETTINGS Menu 17 DISPLAY SETTINGS Menu 17 Specilicalioi aci ee eee eee eer 18 Maintenance and SUD OOM ricerca settccacecec cece cee netcecs eet eanenccicnnd nccetesennccicbasscddenedsesctuncessteecacacteencncceuxess 19 Service and Maintenance 19 Replacing a Blown Mains Fuse 19 Cleaning the case 19 Limited Warranty 20 If you need more help 21 Software History 21 Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 USING THE dCS Vivaldi Clock FOR THE FIRST TIME Congratulations on purchasing your dCS Vivaldi Clock Before using your unit please read this section and the Step by Step Guide This will enable you to set the unit up quickly and safely with your hi fi system From time to time dCS will release updated software on CD that you can install yourself using the Update feature Please check our web site occasionally to see if new Vivaldi software is available or consult your dealer What s in the box Check that the box contains the following items dCS Vivaldi Clock Manual and Menu Setup Guide Power cable
12. dCS Vivaldi Clock Digital Audio Master Clock User Manual Software Release 1 0x August 2012 Data Conversion Systems Ltd 2012 Price UK 8 00 Euro 12 00 All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in or introduced into a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of dCS Any person who does any unauthorised act in relation to this publication may be liable to criminal prosecution and civil claims for damages Information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and whilst it is checked for accuracy no liabilities can be accepted for errors dCS is Data Conversion Systems Ltd Company registered in England No 2072115 dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx Page 2 English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 Contents Using the dCS Vivaldi Clock for the first time M iii 4 What s in the box 4 Positioning the unit 4 Safety Notice 5 SICP DY SIGp GUIde tuonato pera Ea en Eniri 6 Preliminaries 6 The GOLDEN RULES for using a Master Clock 6 Connecting the system for CD SACD playback 7 A full Vivaldi system 8 Using an External Reference 9 Using sources that cannot lock to Word Clock 9 TESLA aa AEA E E AE nie Sate i re 10 Remote Control Re
13. ears from the date the unit was originally shipped from dCs If the product is purchased and registered with dCS within 6 months of the date the unit was originally shipped from dCS we will start the warranty on the purchase date For units registered later than 6 months from the ship date we will start the warranty from the ship date unless the registration is Supported by the original sales invoice During the warranty period dCS will repair or at our absolute discretion replace a faulty product Warranty repairs must only be carried out by dCS or our authorised service agents Please contact your dealer if your unit requires service To register this product either register online at www dcsltd co uk page warranty or complete the Product Registration form within 30 days of the sale and return it to dCS On receipt of the registration dCS will add your contact details to our customer database dCS will use this information for warranty purposes only we will not contact you directly for reasons relating to sales and marketing This warranty applies to the original owner it is not transferable Warranty Exclusions The Warranty does not cover wear and tear The Warranty on this product will be void if the product is misused in any way any unauthorised modifications or repairs are carried out the product is not used in accordance with the Operating Conditions stated in this manual the product is serviced or repaired other than by dCS
14. ked and un clocked sources This applies particularly to streaming computer audio files with different sample rates or using an Upsampler with a variety of output sample rates P Dici i y _ i 9 Transport Analogue outputs to Amplifier Figure 2 A 4 box Vivaldi system plus computer audio sources The system shown above makes excellent use of the Vivaldi s facilities The Upsampler can be sourced from the Transport a PC a NAS drive an iPod Phone Pad or a USB flash drive The multiple clock connections shown in green ensure that the DAC and Upsampler can always access a suitable clock despite changing file sample rates and changing Upsampler output rates Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 The Vivaldi Master Clock has 2 Groups of outputs each of which can be set to any of 6 standard clock frequencies The DAC and Upsampler have 3 and 2 Word Clock inputs respectively to ensure they can have access to a suitable clock despite changing sample rates in the system e Set Master Clock Freq1 to 44 1kHz and Freq2 to 48kHz e Connect one of the Clock Group 1 outputs 44 1kHz to the Word Clock Input of the Transport it will automatically sync e Connect one of the Clock Group 1 outputs 44 1kHz to the DAC s Word Clock In1 input and one of the Clock Group 2 outputs 48kHz to the DAC s Word Clock In2 inp
15. lable from our distributors Before requesting an update disc y that an update is actually needed This manual is for Vivaldi Clock software version 1 0x Issue 1 00 The first issue Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version
16. n or change the setting Select the return icon to go back to the previous menu level Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 INFORMATION Menu Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx The Unit Status page displays Serial number the long version including the configuration code Temperature C measured in the clock generator Calibrated yes no Clock input rate Hz detected at the Reference Input Locked to external clock yes no Use the lt gt buttons to scroll up or down the list This page does not time out press the Menu button to exit If your system is not behaving as you expect the Unit Status page can help you find set up or connection errors The Version page displays the software versions loaded in the unit and the full serial number Please have this information ready if you contact your dealer for any reason This page does not time out press the Menu button to exit The Contact page displays the 4CS web site URL and support email address This page does not time out press the Menu button to exit If you have any difficulty please contact your dealer for help first The Update feature allows you to load new software into the unit Please follow the instructions supplied with the update disc carefully If you accidentally start an Update do not worry The unit will automatically detect it is
17. nel Remote Control Receiver Aim the remote control handset towards the receiver A for best sensitivity Display In normal use the clock frequencies for Group 1 outputs 1 4 and Group 2 outputs 5 8 are shown at the top of the display B for example Group is set to on m The Dither icon is displayed beside the frequency when the Dither menu page for that The icons at the bottom show the current settings or operating conditions these are and disappear as the room temperature changes during the day and the Clock has to This icon appears when the temperature has stabilised Note that the icon may appear make more fine corrections this is not a cause for concern This icon appears when the Clock is locked to an external reference a The Locked icon is displayed when the Seitings gt Lock menu page is set The clock frequencies cannot be changed while this is displayed The CAL icon appears when the Clock requires re calibrating Please contact your ar dealer or distributor to arrange servicing Details of the menu displays are shown in the Menu section on page 14 To avoid unnecessary display wear we recommend switching off or setting the unit to Sleep mode at the end of the listening session Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 Power Button To switch on ensure the rear panel switch is set to
18. nt Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 Safety Notice Your dCS Vivaldi Clock contains no user serviceable parts DO NOT attempt to open the case as there are potentially dangerous voltages present inside In the event of the unit developing a fault please contact your dealer in the first instance To maintain protection from electric shock the unit MUST be connected to mains earth ground via the power cable Also unearthed systems do not give the best sonic performance VA This product is lead free and complies with the RoHS directive RoHS lead free 2002 95 EC Before connecting the power cable to the unit for the first time please check that it has been set to the correct operating voltage for your mains supply The unit s voltage setting is shown on the serial number label If this does not match your local supply voltage DO NOT attempt to use the unit Contact your dealer to have the unit reset Using the unit with the wrong mains setting for your local supply may result in serious damage to the unit and will invalidate the warranty Do not attempt to reset the voltage yourself We do not recommend the use of mains regenerators However if you do wish to use a mains regenerator with variable voltage and frequency we recommend that you set the voltage to match your local voltage and the frequency to either 50Hz or 60Hz ONLY
19. ou can run the Factory Reset routine by pressing the buttons in this sequence Menu gt Menu lt lt Menu Wait a few seconds while the unit resets itself The GOLDEN RULES for using a Master Clock e 1 The source equipment MUST be locked to the Master Clock If it is not you will either have locking difficulties or hear occasional clicks and the advantages of using the Clock will be lost Some non dCS CD transports satellite receivers DAB radios and other equipment do not have a Word Clock Input and so CANNOT be locked to a Master Clock La When a computer or sound server is driving a dCS unit USB DAC Upsampler or U Clock via a true asynchronous USB interface the 4CS unit controls the clocking and behaves as a amp the source equipment dCS USB DACs and Upsamplers can either use their internal clock or lock to a Master Clock e 2 The clock frequency MUST match the sample rate s used in the system If it does not the system cannot lock and the DAC may remain muted Please check the manuals for the equipment used in your system 44 1kHz Word Clock is compatible with DSD based systems CD systems without an upsampler running at 44 1kHz or CD systems upsampling to 88 2kS s 176 4kS s or 352 8kS s or a computer streaming data at 44 1 88 2 or 176 4kS s 48kHz Word Clock is compatible with a DVD player or DAT recorder fitted with a Word Clock Input running at 48kS s or upsampling to 96kS s or 192kS s or a computer streaming
20. rces such as radiators air ducts power amplifiers or direct strong sunlight e fin doubt the easy test is the unit is happy to work anywhere a human is Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 If you need more help In the first instance you should contact your dealer If they cannot resolve the issue contact your national distributor Manufactured by Data Conversion Systems Ltd Unit 1 Buckingway Business Park Anderson Road Swavesey Cambridgeshire CB24 4AE UK www dcsltd co uk This user manual may be downloaded free of charge from our web site A bound copy of this manual may be ordered from dCs Software History dCS products make extensive use of software configurable chips FPGAs and DSPs This gives us the ability to update our products to add extra features update digital interface standards or make performance improvements by loading new software Occasionally a hardware update may be necessary also to increase the capacity of the electronics add extra connectors or extra front panel controls Please note that not all software updates produce an audible improvement We recommend that you keep your software up to date Check the dCS web site occasionally for news of the latest software updates please open the Info gt Version menu page and check the Control Board version to verify Update discs are avai
21. tness Figure 5 The menu sequence Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 Using the Menu The menu gives the user access to a range of additional features It also allows new features and performance enhancements to be added later by software updates The menu is controlled by four buttons Press the Menu button to open the menu or select a setting Press the button to page forward through the menu Press the button pages backward through the menu Press the Power button to close the menu or just wait 10 seconds ls Y Use the Menu Guide sheet to help you find the right menu page Each unit in the range has either three or four top level menu pages The INFORMATION menu gives unit set up details software issues serial number and contact details are not directly accessible from the front panel The SIGNAL GENERATOR menu featured on the Transport Upsampler and DAC only contains test and set up routines The DISPLAY SETTINGS menu is used to adjust the display Each model has a different SETTINGS menu which allows you to set some features that Use the button to move the blue highlight to the menu you want then press the Menu button to select it The next menu level down is displayed Use the button to move the highlight to the menu page you want then press the Menu button to display the informatio
22. to TTL e Brightness to maximum Dither to Off e Display to On Lock to Unlocked DISPLAY SETTINGS Menu Set the display Brightness to a comfortable level using the lt or gt buttons Display On Off this page is usually set to On When set to Off and the menu closes the display will turn off after the menu closes The display will turn on briefly when a control setting is changed The display will stay on while the menu is open Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x SPECIFICATION Clock type Clock Frequencies Clock Accuracy Word Clock Outputs Reference Input Start up time Size and weight Power requirements August 2012 Class 1 Master Clock using dual crystal oscillators with microcontroller enhanced temperature correction 44 1 48 88 2 96 176 4 and 192kHz Better than 1ppm when shipped typically 0 1ppm when shipped and stabilised The calibration is tested over a temperature range of 5 C to 55 C 8 independently buffered outputs on 750 BNC connectors split into 2 groups that can run at different clock frequencies External Reference Input on 1x 750 BNC connector Accepts word clock with the Reference In menu page set to TL or AC coupled signals with the Reference In menu page set to AC at 1MHz 5MHz or 10MHz Lock range is 300ppm Typically 1 minute to rated accuracy 444mm 17 5 long
23. ut e Connect one of the Clock Group 1 outputs 44 1kHz to the Upsampler s Word Clock In1 input and one of the Clock Group 2 outputs 48kHz to the Upsampler s Word Clock In2 input aA Set the DAC and Upsampler Sync Mode menu pages to Auto Remember that this must W be set separately for each active input e Connect the Upsampler s AES1 2 outputs to the DAC s AES1 2 inputs e Connect the Transports AES1 2 outputs to the DAC s AES3 4 inputs e Computer audio sources as required can be connected to the Upsampler s Asynchronous USB interfaces and a NAS drive may be connected via a router to the Upsampler s Network input also Asynchronous Please see the Upsampler manual for more information e Setthe Clock s Settings gt Dither menu pages On or Off as you prefer Using an External Reference If you have a GPS receiver or an atomic clock with a 10MHz output you can lock the Vivaldi Clock to it These sources are even more accurate than the Vivaldi Clock but note that low jitter and good stability are more important than absolute accuracy e Use another BNC cable to connect the 10MHz output from the external reference to the Vivaldi Clock s Reference In connector e Open the Clock s menu and set the Settings gt Reference In menu page to AC th This icon appears when the Clock is locked to an external reference e Set the DAC Volume control to a suitable level and play some music Using sources that cannot lock to
24. x 485mm 17 2 deep x 126mm 5 0 high Allow extra depth for cable connectors Allow space for air flow around the unit 13 6kg 29 9lbs Internally set to either 100 115 120 220 or 230 240V AC 49 62Hz Power consumption 10W typical 12W maximum Consumes less than 0 5W when powered down from the front panel These specifications are subject to change without notice Filename Vivaldi Clock Manual v1_0x docx English version dCS Vivaldi Clock User Manual Software Issue 1 0x August 2012 MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT Service and Maintenance dCS audio products are designed not to need regular maintenance and contain no user serviceable parts apart from the mains fuse If your unit is damaged in any way please contact your dealer Replacing a Blown Mains Fuse There is a mains fuse below the power inlet accessible from the outside of the unit If the fuse blows it may be changed by the user The current consumption of the unit is very low so it only blows if power surges occur or there is a fault in the unit Usually power surges cause no other damage but if the fuse blows repeatedly on replacement some other damage will have been done and the unit must be returned to dCS for repair Fuse type 20 x 5mm 10 5 amp L fuse If the fuse should fail it is essential that it is replaced with one of the same type and rating Failure to do so could result in damage to the unit risk of fire or electric shock and
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