Wadia di322, Owner'S Manual

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Introduction

Performance Features

Introduction and Performance Features 

The Wadia di322 digtial audio decoder is one of the 
finest Digital to Analog Processors ever created with 

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di322 Outputs have the ability to drive multiple com-
ponents. The di322 reproduction is sonically transpar-

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Use the Wadia di322 as the Digital Preamplifer 

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Amplifier

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to provide the latest in Digital-to-Analog Conversion 
from digital audio sources.

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able, noiseless, distortion free switching.

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ternal source. The Coaxial and Optical Inputs process 

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The Digital DIN connection allows for streaming of 

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The 8 channel 32-bit, 192kHz Digital to Analog 

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assuring the music is reproduced with a wide dynamic 
range and extremely low distortion, for both Disc and 
external sources.

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The Balanced Outputs allow the connection of long 
cable lengths without a loss in sound quality.

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The separate Headphone Power Amplifier Circuitry 
is designed to produce high power output into Head-
phones with a low output impedance.

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Volume levels are controlled by a Digitally Controlled 

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The Front Panel Information Display indicates the 

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intensity is adjustable.

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A Trigger Control connection for convenient Turn-On 

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Accessories is included.

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The Remote Control provides control of the di322 
operating functions.

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Power Transformer ensure stable noise free operation 
even though the power line varies.

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The Input and Output Connector Contacts are gold 
plated for superior corrosion resistance and high elec-
trical conductivity.

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circuitry by the heat dissipating properties of the die 
cast aluminium chassis. The aluminium chassis with 
illuminated top glass panel is very durable and will 
retain its appearance for many years to come. This en-
sures the durability and functional design of the di322 
will be retained for many years.