Perreaux SXD2 - Manuals

4 Key Features USB connectivity Up-sampling to 176.4kHz/192kHz 24-bit output resolution Compatible with high resolution digital audio formats (SACD and DVD-A) Internal power supply featuring a custom designed, fully shielded toroidal transformer Multiple regulated supplies, including separate analog...

5 iiiiiiii Important Safety Instructions Note: Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to operate your Perreaux “Silhouette” SXD2 USB DAC. ALWAYS switch off power to your system before attempting to connect or disconnect cables. ALWAYS disconnect your system from the mains before at...

7 1 1 1 1 Unpacking and Placement Unpacking Procedure The SXD2 is packaged for maximum protection. To open, sit the box upright and cut the reinforced tape at the top of the box. The product can now be removed. Pull the foam protecting end-caps off either side of the unit and remove the black materi...

8 2 2 2 2 Instant Install If you are like us, the first thing you will want to do is to play your favourite piece of music through your new SXD2. The following instructions are written to enable you to achieve this as quickly as possible. These are not comprehensive instructions, but are designed to...

10 3 3 3 3 Front Panel Functions Power LED This blue LED indicates the power status of your SXD2 USB DAC.

11 4 4 4 4 Rear Panel Functions Analog Outputs These single-ended ( RCA ) outputs provide line-level analog audio, via suitable RCA interconnect cables, to a preamplifier or integrated amplifier. For more information on output specifications, please refer to Chapter 11. Digital Input The single-ende...

13 5 5 5 5 Special Design Philosophies Perreaux has been designing and manufacturing only the highest quality audio componentry for more than a quarter of a century. Technology has continued to evolve rapidly over that time and our knowledge and application of design, materials and manufacturing tec...

15 6 6 6 6 Special Design Features Construction The beautifully styled curving front panel is milled from solid 6.0mm (0.2”) thick aluminium extrusion and finished in a satin chrome electroplate. The front panel also features the mboob^ru ® logo machined into the solid aluminium. The chassis and cov...

18 7 7 7 7 Care and Maintenance Note: Please switch the unit off and remove the cord set from the rear of the USB DAC before attempting to clean your SXD2 in the manner described below. Never apply liquid directly to the SXD2. Never use abrasives. Never rub in a circular motion. Cover The cover feat...

19 8 8 8 8 Warranty Information 1 Year Limited Warranty The Perreaux SXD2 is warranted free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 1-year (365 days) from the date of purchase. To extend the warranty of the Perreaux SXD2 to three (3) years from date of purchase, ple...

20 9 9 9 9 Extended Warranty Registration Form Please complete this form and either fax, mail or e-mail it, along with a copy of the original receipt, to Perreaux Industries Ltd. Fax: +64 3 489 2976 Mail: Perreaux Industries Ltd PO Box 305 Mosgiel Dunedin 9053 New Zealand E-mail: [email protected] A...

21 10 10 10 10 Troubleshooting Guide Please use this guide if you are experiencing any problems with the SXD2 in your system. It will provide possible solutions for some given symptoms. There is no output from my system SXD2 not turned on Make sure the SXD2 power switch is in the DOWN position. AC c...

23 11 11 11 11 Specifications The correlation between published specifications and sonic quality can be unreliable. A list of numbers reveals virtually nothing. All technical measurements must be subject to qualitative as well as quantitative interpretation. Measurements of the SXD2 reveal excellent...

24 Signal to Noise Ratio A-Weighted: ..................................................................... 113dB Unweighted:...................................................................... 110dB Crosstalk 20Hz: ............................................................................... -11...

26 Frequency Response.............................. 20Hz to 20kHz, ±0.1dB This describes how the SXD2’s output level responds to frequency. Indicating that the SXD2 responds to all frequencies from 20Hz to 20kHz with no more than 0.1dB deviation in the amplitude or strength of the output signal. Thi...

28 13 13 13 13 Contact Details For more information please contact your Perreaux dealer, or contact: Perreaux Industries Ltd PO Box 305 Mosgiel Dunedin 9053 New Zealand Ph: +64 3 489 2975 Fax: +64 3 489 2976 E-mail: [email protected] Internet: www.perreaux.com