DCT-3AN

Digital to Analog Audio Converter

Operation Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install oroperate this equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install thisequipment:•

Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,electrical shock and injury to persons.

•To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,moisture or install this product near water.

•Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.

•Never push an object of any kind into this product through any
openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts
inside the unit.

•Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.

•Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU
if it is damaged.

•Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any
weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.

•To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents oropenings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow forsufficient space for air to circulate around the unit.

REVISION HISTORY
VERSION NO.

DATE (DD/MM/YY) SUMMARY OF CHANGE

VS106/09/17

First release

CONTENTS
1. Introduction������������������������������������������������������1
2. Applications�����������������������������������������������������1
3. Package Contents������������������������������������������1
4. System Requirements��������������������������������������1
5. Features������������������������������������������������������������1
6. Operation Controls and Functions�����������������2
6.1 Top Panel��������������������������������������������������� 2
6.2 Front Panel������������������������������������������������� 2
6.3 Rear Panel�������������������������������������������������� 3
6.4 Left Panel��������������������������������������������������� 3
7. Connection Diagram��������������������������������������4
8. Specifications��������������������������������������������������5
9. Acronyms���������������������������������������������������������6

1. INTRODUCTION
The Digital to Analog Audio Converter is an easy to use product thatconverts Coaxial or Optical audio signals into analog Stereo (L/R)
audio. It can be easily switched between either Coaxial or Optical
inputs. With its compact, elegant design and simple LED input status
make it easier for users to connect up and use instantly.

2. APPLICATIONS• HDTV digital output conversion• 24-bit DAC conversion

3. PACKAGE CONTENTS• 1×Digital to Analog Audio Converter• 1×5V/1.2A DC Power Adaptor• 1×Operation Manual

4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Source equipment such as a DVD/Blu-ray player or an HDTV andoutput to active speakers or amplifier with connection cables.

5. FEATURES• Supports digital audio input (Coaxial/Optical) and stereo analogaudio output (L/R)• Integrated digital interpolator filter and Digital to Analog Converter(DAC)• Supports uncompressed digital stereo audio input• Supports S/PDIF audio at 192kHz/24-bit data for conversion to left
and right analog channels• Compact size and easy to install16. OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
6.1 Top Panel

Digital to Analog
Audio Converter
OpticalCoax

1
1 Optical & Coax LEDs: These LED lights will illuminate according towhich input is currently selected.

6.2 Front PanelOut

11 L/R Out: Analog stereo output. Connect to the input of your audio
device or display.

26.3 Rear Panel

InCoax

Optical

1 2
1 Coax In: Connect to the Coaxial digital audio source, such as a
DVD player or CD player.

2 Optical In: Connect to the Optical audio source, such as a Blu-ray
player or games console.

6.4 Left Panel
Coax
Optical1DC 5V2

1 Coax/Optical Switch: Select which digital audio input is active andwill be converted to analog stereo (L/R) audio.

2 DC 5V: Connect the 5V DC power supply to the unit and plug theadaptor into an AC wall outlet.

37. CONNECTION DIAGRAM
DVD or Blu-ray Player

Set-top Box

Digital Coaxial
Audio Input

Digital Optical
Audio Input

Power Supply
InCoaxOptical

OutAnalog Stereo
Audio Output

TV without Digital
Audio Input

48. SPECIFICATIONS
Input Ports

1×TOSLINK (S/PDIF Audio)
1×RCA (S/PDIF Audio)

Output Ports

2×RCA (Stereo Audio)

Input Audio Fromat

LPCM 2.0

Output Audio Fromat

Analog 2.0

Input Sampling Rates

32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48k Hz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz,
176.4kHz &192kHz

Output Level2Vrms

Output Impedance

600Ω

Power Supply

5V/1.2A DC (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/ULcertified)

ESD Protection

Human Body Model:±12kV (Air Discharge)±8kV (Contact Discharge)

Dimensions

46mm×22.5mm×45.5mm (W×H×D)[Case Only]
56mm×22.5mm×46mm (W×H×D)[All Inclusive]

Weight30g

Chassis Material

Plastic

Silkscreen ColorWhite

Operating Temperature

0˚C - 40˚C/32˚F - 104˚F

Storage Temperature−20˚C - 60˚C/−4˚F - 140˚F

Relative Humidity

20 - 90% RH (Non-condensing)Power Consumption

0.74W

59. ACRONYMS
ACRONYMCOMPLETE TERM

DAC

Digital to Analog Conversion

LPCMLinear Pulse-Code Modulation

S/PDIF

Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format

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