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Getting Connected
Last updated: May 6, 2022 11:07. Revision #4025
Initial Setup
Connect your chosen digital audio source(s) to the input(s) on the DacMagic 200M via:
1.
TOSLINK optical - which offers high quality transfer over shorter distances
OR
S/P DIF coaxial - which can be used for longer connections
OR
USB audio to connect to a PC, or Mac.
Connect the audio outputs to the line-input of your amplifier using the unbalanced RCA connections for shorter distances, or the balanced XLR
2.
connections for longer distances.
Using the appropriate plug for your region, connect the supplied power adaptor to the DacMagic 200M.
3.
Power on the unit and select the input source that you wish to listen to using the source button located on the front panel.
4.
Note: For Bluetooth connections, please follow the instructions from the Bluetooth section of the manual.
If there is no power to the unit, please see the following steps
Check that the supplied 12V PSU is securely connected to the power adaptor socket on the rear of the DacMagic 200M.
1.
Confirm that the PSU is securely connected to the mains socket, and that the socket is switched on.
2.
If a hum or buzzing sound can be heard after setup, please see the following steps
Check that all connections between Source(s) > DacMagic 200M > Amplifier are secure.
1.
Move the unit away from any nearby lighting, or mains cables that could cause interference.
2.
If connected to a PC or Mac via USB, switch ‘Ground Lift’ switch to ‘lift’.
3.
Audio Output Connections
Balanced connection to a CXA81
