North Star Design Incanto Bedienungsanleitung
Incanto
Operating Manual
North Star Design®
Incanto
384kHz/32bit-DSD USB DAC
ev.1.0 November 14
WARNING: TO EDUCE THE ISK OF FI E O ELECT IC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO AIN O MOISTU E.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Marking by the “CE” symbol (shown left) indicates compliance of this device with the EMC (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) and LVD (Low Voltage Directive) standards of the European Community.
Important Safety Instructions
Please read all instructions and precautions carefully and completely before operating your North Star Design®
Incanto.
1. ALWAYS disconnect your entire system from the AC mains before connecting or disconnecting any
cables, or when cleaning any component.
2. This product must be terminated with a three-conductor AC mains power cord which includes an earth
ground connection. To prevent shock hazard, all three connections must ALWAYS be used.
3. AC extension cords are not recommended for use with this product.
4. NEVER use flammable or combustible chemicals for cleaning audio components.
5. NEVER operate this product with any covers removed.
6. NEVER wet the inside of this product with any liquid.
7. NEVER pour or spill liquids directly onto this unit.
8. NEVER bypass any fuse.
9. NEVER replace any fuse with a value or type other than those specified.
10.NEVER attempt to repair this product. If a problem occurs, contact your North Star Design® retailer.
11.NEVER expose this product to extremely high or low temperatures.
12.NEVER operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
13.ALWAYS keep electrical equipment out of the reach of children.
14.ALWAYS unplug sensitive electronic equipment during lightning storms.
RoHS Compliant Information
This statement clarifies North Star Design srl product compliance with the European Union directive
2002/95/EC,or, RoHS ( estrictions of Hazardous Substances). As of July 01, 2006, All North Star Design
products placed on the European Unionmarket are compliant (containing quantity limit weight less than or equal
to 0.1% (1000 ppm)of any homogeneous Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr VI), and
flameretardant Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) or Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE)).
Introduction
Welcome to the North Star Design “family” and congratulations on your purchase of what is
unquestionably one of the world’s finest audio Digital-to-Analogue converter. With its combination of
features, precision electronic circuitry and accurately machined chassis components throughout, your
Incanto will offer you many years of musically satisfying enjoyment. Please take a few moments to
read the remainder of this Operating Manual. A thorough understanding of the operational features will
allow you to gain the maximum performance and ease of use for which this DAC was designed.
Enjoy the music!
Initial Inspection
Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container, packing material, DAC or
accessories are damaged or missing, notify your dealer and the shipper (if a claim is to be made).
Note: Many shippers require notification and an inspection within twenty-four (24) hours of delivery
to ascertain the nature of damages incurred.
Your Incanto has undergone extensive performance evaluations, listening tests, quality control
inspections and a minimum twenty-four (24) hour burn-in period prior to shipment and should be in
a perfect operational condition upon receipt. If the DAC does not operate correctly, please notify
your dealer immediately.
We strongly suggest that you save all packing materials. If the DAC is returned to your dealer the
original packing materials must be used for shipment. Neither North Star Design nor the shipper
can be held responsible for damages incurred during transit if the original factory packing is not
used. All factory returns require that a eturn Authorization number be issued by North Star Design
prior to shipment.
Contents
Ensure that all of the auxiliary components listed below are enclosed into the box.
1 One (1) Operating Manual
2 One (1) Configuration Audio Players Manual
3 One (1) emote Control
4 One (1) AC power cable
5 One (1) USB2.0 cable
6 One (1) CD- OM with drivers
7 One (1) warranty card (in some countries warranties are provided by the respective importer)
Installation
Locate the Incanto as close as possible to its final installation point. Allows access to the rear panel for
making connections.
Front & ear Panel Function Controls
Before attempting any system interconnection, please familiarize yourself with the front and rear
panel controls of the Incanto. The descriptions below refer to the numbers and letters associated
with the features in the diagram above.
Front Panel
1 HEADPHONE OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Plug here your headphone. efer to SETUP section to correctly select the headphone output level.
2 STAND-BY LED INDICATOR
The Stand-by LED show the operating mode of your converter:
Glows red when the DAC is in Stand-by.
Off the DAC is ready to use.
If the DAC will not turn on, you may want to check the rear panel AC mains switch , your AC
connections, or have your dealer inspect the rear panel fuses.
3 VOLUME/SETUP DISPLAY
Three digit display shows the attenuation level in operative mode and the available configurations in
setup mode.
4 HEADPHONE LED INDICATOR
When the led glows blue, indicates the headphone output is active.
5 FREQUENCY/INPUT/SUBSETUP DISPLAY
The three digit display shows the sampling frequency of the track playing in operative mode, or the
available configurations in the setup mode. The recognized frequency in PCM mode are: 44.1kHz,
48kHz, 88,2kHz, 96kHz, 176,4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz. While in DSD mode are recognized
native x64 x128 x256 (352.8kHz, 384kHz and native DSD only on USB).
6 VOLUME/INPUT/SETUP KNOB
In Stand-by – pressing the knob for some seconds the DAC enter in SETUP mode (see the SETUP
section). Pressing newly the knob the DAC will back in stand-by status (see the KNOB CONT OL
section).
In Operative mode – turn left/right the knob to decrease/increase the volume. Pressing the knob the
DAC enter in INPUT MODE. Turn left/right the knob to decrease/increase the input. Pressing again to
exit from INPUT MODE (see the KNOB CONT OL section).
7 REMOTE SENSOR
ear Panel
Caution! Switch Off the Incanto when you need to connect or disconnect any cables.
8 COAX INPUT (COAX 1)
Use this input to connect the DAC to the digital output of a source (CD transport, DAT tape, DVD
player), using a 75 Ohm digital cable provided with CA connectors (not shipped with the equipment).
9 COAX INPUT (COAX 2)
Use this input to connect the DAC to the digital output of a source (CD transport, DAT tape, DVD
player), using a 75 Ohm digital cable provided with CA connectors (not shipped with the equipment).
10 OPTICAL INPUT (OPT 1)
Use this input to connect the DAC to the digital output of a source (CD transport, DAT tape, DVD
player), using a digital fiber optic cable (not shipped with the equipment).
11 OPTICAL INPUT (OPT 2)
Use this input to connect the DAC to the digital output of a source (CD transport, DAT tape, DVD
player), using a digital fiber optic cable (not shipped with the equipment).
12 USB INPUT
Use this input to connect the DAC to the USB2.0 port of a computer (PC/MAC) using a certified
USB2.0 cable (shipped with the equipment).
13 BALANCED ANALOGUE OUTPUT
Use this output to connect the DAC to the input of a power amplifier, preamplifier or integrated
amplifier using interconnect provided with XL connectors (not shipped with the equipment).
14 UNBALANCED ANALOGUE OUTPUT
Use this output to connect the DAC to the input of a power amplifier, preamplifier or integrated
amplifier using interconnect provided with CA connectors (not shipped with the equipment).
The Incanto is equipped with hi-quality connectors. To take full advantage of the Incanto sonic
quality, we recommend using high-quality interconnection cables; ask your North Star Design
dealer.
15 AC MAINS INLET AND AC MAINS SWITCH
Standard IEC power cords is provided with the Incanto. High quality power cords will improve the
sonic performances; ask your North Star Design dealer.
The North Star Design Incanto has been safety-tested and is designed for
operation with a three-conductor power cord. Do not defeat the “third pin” or earth
ground of the AC power cord.
An AC mains switch is located adjacent to the power cord on the rear panel of the converter. This
switch may be used to disconnect the power supply from the AC mains without having to actually
unplug the Dac from the wall outlet. If you plan to be away for an extended period, or have any other
reason to turn the Dac completely off, you may use the AC mains switch .
Two slow-blow 500mA (220-240V), 1A (100-120V) fuses are located inside a small drawer in the
AC main inlet. If you suspect that your AC fuses have blown, disconnect the DAC from the AC mains
and contact your North Star Design dealer for assistance.
Danger! Potentially dangerous voltages and current capabilities exist within the
Incanto DAC, when connected to the AC mains. Do not attempt to open any
portion of the DAC cabinet.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the Incanto DAC. All service of this
product must be referred to a qualified North Star Design dealer or distributor.
SETUP
In STAND-BY mode, press the knob for some seconds - you will enter in SETUP mode.
There are 13 different setups for the Incanto:
A 0 Analog gain 1Vrms @0dB Headphone output OFF - Line output ON
A 1 Analog gain 2Vrms @0dB Headphone output OFF - Line output ON
A 2 Analog gain 4Vrms @0dB Headphone output OFF - Line output ON
AH0 Analog gain 1Vrms @0dB Headphone output ON - Line output OFF
AH1 Analog gain 2Vrms @0dB Headphone output ON - Line output OFF
AH2 Analog gain 4Vrms @0dB Headphone output ON - Line output OFF
AH0 Submenu
Lo Low gain Headphone output
Mid Mid gain Headphone output
Hi High gain Headphone output
AH1 Submenu
Lo Low gain Headphone output
Mid Mid gain Headphone output
Hi High gain Headphone output
AH2 Submenu
Lo Low gain Headphone output
Mid Mid gain Headphone output
Hi High gain Headphone output
NOTE:
By setting Lo/Mid/Hi you have the same basic submenu configuration for AH0/AH1/AH2.
d 0 Analog gain 1Vrms @0dB Headphone output OFF DI ECT (no volume control)
d 1 Analog gain 2Vrms @0dB Headphone output OFF DI ECT (no volume control)
d 2 Analog gain 4Vrms @0dB Headphone output OFF DI ECT (no volume control)
NOTE:
By setting d0/d1/d2 should e used connecting an external preamp!
PCM filter characteristics
Hi high slope of digital filter
Lo low slope of digital filter
DSD filter characteristics
47 47kHz -3dB
50 50kHz -3dB
60 60kHz -3dB
70 70kHz -3dB
Ph Submenu
0 degree output phase (Normal mode)
180 degree output phase
PLL bandwidth
Lo lowest locked bandwidth
Mid medium locked bandwidth
Hi highest locked bandwidth
NOTE:
In PCM, DSD, Ph, PLL menu you cannot exit from setup mode. You have to return to others
menu (A0..2, AH0..2,d0..2)!
Optimal setting selection.
The Incanto Analog gain need to be set to allows a right listening level for a volume fews dB below the
reference 0,00dB. Set the right output level to match correctly the poweramp, active loudspeakers
sensitivity. Set the AH0, AH1, AH2 to set the correct volume for the headphone.
After you have selected one of the settings, press the knob again for a few seconds.
You return to the stand-by mode again.
KNOB CONTROL
When Incanto is in Stand-by:
–with a small pressure of the knob the DAC enter in operative mode. On frequency/input display
appears “nsd” written.
–with a pressure of some seconds the DAC enter in SETUP mode. The last configuration appears
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