ModWright Instruments ELYSE Tube DAC Owner'S Manual Download

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Technical Specifications:

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Output: 2Vrms.

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Valid Digital sample rates: 16/44.1, 24/48, 24/88.2, 24/176.4, 24/196.

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Weight: 23 lbs.

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Dimensions: 17”W x 13”D x 4.5”H.

Basic Specifications:

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(1) SPDIF (RCA) digital input.

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(1) SPDIF (BND) digital input.

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(1) ASES/EBU (XLR) digital input.

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(1) USB digital input (up to 24/192 fully asynchronous).

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(1) Pair XLR analog outputs (fully balanced).

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(1) Pair RCA analog outs.

Vacuum Tubes:

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(2) 6922 signal tubes – may substitute ANY 6922/6DJ8/7308 compatible tubes.

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(1) 5AR4 rectifier tube – may substitute 5U4G, 5U4GB, 5V4G, 5V4GB, 5R4GYS, 217,

GZ34.

Summary of Contents for ELYSE Tube DAC

Page 1: ...1 ELYSE Tube DAC Owner s Manual Manufactured by ModWright Instruments Inc 21919 399th St Amboy WA 98601 USA www modwright com ...

Page 2: ...R UNIT ON UNTIL LID IS ENTIRELY FASTENED VERY HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE UNIT DURING OPERATION IT IS CRITICAL THAT PREAMP ENCLOSURE NOT BE OPEN WHEN UNIT IS POWERED ON FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WHEN CHANGING TUBES POWER UNIT OFF AND DISCONNECT FROM ALL POWER SOURCES FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH ...

Page 3: ...e with zero coupling caps in the signal path This gives the analog signal the greatest fidelity and most natural and resolving presentation The ELYSE DAC digital processing includes both data and clock buffering via a unique digital algorithm The result is vanishingly low jitter levels and the greatest detail for all formats from 16 44 1 Redbook recordings to 24 192 hi rez streaming The ELYSE DAC ...

Page 4: ...the supplied 5AR4 rectifier tube in the ceramic octal tube socket Align tube pins with socket and gently but firmly press the tubes down into socket until seated After all tubes are installed replace lid and secure with four screws Only after this should the ELYSE DAC power cord be connected DO NOT POWER UNIT ON UNTIL LID IS ENTIRELY FASTENED VERY HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE UNIT DURING OPERA...

Page 5: ... operation the fuse should be rated for 75A Signal cables must be connected for input and outputs You may connect SPDIF RCA SPDIF BNC AES EBU XLR and USB cables into the digital inputs on the rear of the ELYSE DAC Analog outputs may be RCA or XLR but not both at the same time The analog stage is transformer output coupled and will only operate in balanced XLR OR single ended RCA mode ...

Page 6: ...ure that only RCA OR XLR analog cables are connected not both at the same time Depress the power button on front face of unit to power up the ELYSE DAC When first powered on a blue LED above the power switch will blink and blue led above mute switch will be lit The unit will remain in mute for approximately 15 seconds allowing for tubes to stabilize and gently reach operating voltage When unit is ...

Page 7: ...e DSD upgrades available and for this reason the higher sample rate of 384Khz is present If you are using a conventional CD or DVD or Universal Player transport connect to RCA BNC or XLR AES EBU If you are streaming from PC or MAC then connect USB cable from computer to USB input on rear panel of DAC Before using with a computer you must install USB drivers CD provided PH button allows for inverti...

Page 8: ...s always connected to earth ground if unit is fitted with proper grounded AC power cord If you find that the DAC is having trouble locking onto digital signal or there is excessive noise then verify that AC power cable is grounded and plugged into a properly grounded AC mains outlet ...

Page 9: ...ications 1 SPDIF RCA digital input 1 SPDIF BND digital input 1 ASES EBU XLR digital input 1 USB digital input up to 24 192 fully asynchronous 1 Pair XLR analog outputs fully balanced 1 Pair RCA analog outs Vacuum Tubes 2 6922 signal tubes may substitute ANY 6922 6DJ8 7308 compatible tubes 1 5AR4 rectifier tube may substitute 5U4G 5U4GB 5V4G 5V4GB 5R4GYS 217 GZ34 ...

Page 10: ...ctory authorized ModWright Instruments Dealer Warranty covers parts and labor for repairs due to equipment failure not related to customer abuse and or neglect Customer is responsible for shipping costs to and from ModWright Instruments or authorized service center Warranty is non transferable to second party ...

Page 11: ...cts please do not hesitate to contact us via phone e mail or conventional mail PH 360 247 6688 EMAIL modwright yahoo com ADDRESS ModWright Instruments Inc 21919 NE 399th St Amboy WA 98601 United States of America Thank you for purchasing a ModWright Instruments product Dan Wright President Owner ModWright Instruments Inc ...

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