DCT-2

Digital Audio Converter with Dual Outputs

Operation Manual

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Version 1.1 August 2011

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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 or
openings 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

VS1

24/12/12

Updated format/diagrams

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 Front Panel�����������������������������������������2
6.2 Rear Panel�����������������������������������������2
6.3 Left Panel�������������������������������������������3
6.4 Top Panel�������������������������������������������3
7. Connection Diagram���������������������������� 4
8. Specifications���������������������������������������� 5
9. Acronyms����������������������������������������������� 6

1. INTRODUCTION
The Digital Audio Converter with Dual Outputs will convert between
Coaxial and Optical digital audio formats. This compact andconvenient unit accepts a stereo or surround (up to 5.1 channels)
audio signal through either Coaxial cable or Optical cable, andpasses the unchanged signal to both its Coaxial and Optical output
ports. With its built-in signal enhancement feature, the unit also serves
as a repeater of digital audio signals to extend up to double thetransmission distance.

2. APPLICATIONS• Convert an Optical digital signal to a Coaxial digital signal• Convert a Coaxial digital signal to an Optical digital signal• Distribute digital audio to 2 locations• Extend your Optical or Coaxial cable distances

3. PACKAGE CONTENTS• Digital Audio Converter with Dual Outputs• 5 V/1.2 A Power Adaptor• Operation Manual

4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Digital audio source device such as DVD or CD player with Optical orCoaxial cables and audio output device such as an amplifier or AV
receiver with Optical or Coaxial digital input.

5. FEATURES• Supports two-way conversion: coaxial to optical or optical tocoaxial• Supports input audio signals from 2 channels to up to 5.1 channels,output signal follows input• Supports signal enhancement of S/PDIF audio and extends thetransmission distance, through coaxial and/or optical cables• Select one input from coaxial or optical input ports, and send
the S/PDIF audio signal to both coaxial and optical output ports
simultaneously• Compact and easy to use

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6. OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
6.1 Front Panel

InCoaxToslink

1

2

1 Coaxial In: Connect to the output of an S/PDIF digital audio source
device such as DVD player or set-top box, using Coaxial cable.

2 Toslink In: Connect to the output of an S/PDIF digital audio source

device such as CD player or Media Streamer, using Optical cable.

6.2 Rear Panel

OutToslinkCoax

1

2

1 Toslink Out: Connect to the input of an S/PDIF digital audio
equipment such as an amplifier, using Optical cable.

2 Coaxial Out: Connect to the input of your S/PDIF digital audio
equipment such as an AV Receiver, using Coaxial cable2

6.3 Left Panel
CoaxialTos

1DC 5V2

1 Tos/Coaxial: Selects the current audio source, either optical orcoaxial.

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

6.4 Top Panel

1

Coax to Toslink
2 way Converter& Repeater

1 POWER LED: The LED will illuminate when the power is connected.

37. CONNECTION DIAGRAM
Set-top Box

DVD Player

Digital Audio Input(Coaxial)

Digital Audio Input(Optical)

Coax to Toslink
2 way Converter& Repeater

PowerSupply

Digital Audio
Output (Optical)

AV Receiver

Digital Audio
Output (Coaxial)

AV Receiver48. SPECIFICATIONS
Input Ports

1×Coaxial (RCA connector)
1×Optical Fiber (TOSLINK connector)

Input Format

LPCM 2 CH, Compressed audio Dolby
Digital 2/5.1 CH & DTS 2/5.1 CHOutput Ports

1×Coaxial (RCA connector)
1×Optical Fiber (TOSLINK connector)

Power Supply

5 V/1.2 A switching power adaptor (withuniversal plug, CE/FCC/UL certified)Dimensions

58 mm (W)×46 mm (D)×24 mm (H)Weight25 g (Unit only)

Chassis Material

Plastic

Silkscreen ColorWhite

Operating Temperature

0 °C~ 40 °C

Power Consumption

0.7 W

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9. ACRONYMS
ACRONYMCOMPLETE TERM

ADC

Analog to Digital Converter

COAX

CoaxialS/PDIF

Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format

TOSLINK

Toshiba Link

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