D33
Handbook Digital to Analogue Converter
ULTRA HIGH PRECISION DIGITAL TO ANALOGUE CONVERTER D33
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OPTICAL
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COAX
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iPod
USB
AES/EBU
FILTER
POWER
FCC inFoRmation (FoR us CustomeRs)
1. PRoDuCt
is product generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this product does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the product
OFF and On, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
is product complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) is device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
2. imPoRtant notiCe:
Do not moDiFy tHis PRoDuCt
is product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modification not expressly approved
by ArCAM may void your authority, granted by the
FCC, to use the product.
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reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
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Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
3. note
is product has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, persuant
to Part 15 of the FCC rules. ese limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
Consult the local retailer authorized
to distribute this type of product or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help.
saFety inFoRmation
a note aBout ReCyClinG:
(FoR euRoPean CustomeRs)
is product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance
with the local recycling regulations.When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.
newspapers, tablecloths or curtains.
naked flame sources such as lighted candles
should not be placed on the unit.
Observe and follow local regulations regarding
battery disposal.
Do not expose the unit to dripping or
splashing fluids.
Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the unit.
Do not handle the mains cord with wet hands.
When the switch is in the OFF position, the
equipment is not completely switched off from
MAInS.
e equipment shall be installed near the
power supply so that the power supply is easily
accessible.
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Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient
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heat dispersion when installed in a rack.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations
concerning battery disposal.
Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug
when unplugging the cord.
Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and
dust.
Unplug the power cord when not using the
unit for long periods of time.
is product and the supplied accessories, excluding the batteries, constitute the applicable product according to
the WEEE directive.
CoRReCt DisPosal oF tHis PRoDuCt
ese markings indicate that this product should not be
disposed with other household waste throughout the EU.
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Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner
come in contact with the unit.
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To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal and to conserve
material resources, this product should be recycled
responsibly.
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never disassemble or modify the unit in any
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way.
To dispose of your product, please use your local return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased.
Ventilation should not be impeded by covering
the ventilation openings with items, such as
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ank you and congratulations for purchasing your Arcam FMJ D33 Digital-to-Analogue
Converter (DAC).
contents
safety...........................................................E-2
Important safety instructions........................... E-2
welcome......................................................E-4
Placing the unit ..................................................... E-5
installation .................................................E-5
Power......................................................................... E-5
Interconnect cables.............................................. E-5
The remote control and trigger inputs......... E-5
Connecting to an amplifier............................... E-5
Connecting sources ............................................. E-7
operation....................................................E-8
remote control...........................................E-9
IR commands .......................................... E-10
legal information ................................... E-10
troubleshooting..................................... E-11
specifications.......................................... E-12
product guarantee ................................ E-13
Arcam has been producing specialist hi-fi and home cinema products of remarkable quality for
over three decades and the D33 is the latest in a long line of award winning hi-fi equipment. Arcam
pioneered the design of audiophile Digital to Analogue converters. e D33 DAC unites all of our
experience in digital and analogue audio design with state-of-the-art conversion and processing
technologies to produce the ultimate reference converter. e latest digital audio chipsets are
employed for flawless digital connection to consumer and professional digital sources, computers
and Apple® devices.
welcome
is handbook has been designed to give you all the information you need to install, connect and
use the Arcam D33 DAC. e CR107 remote control handset supplied with this equipment is also
described. Use the contents list shown on this page to guide you to the section of interest.
We hope that your FMJ DAC will give you years of trouble-free operation. In the unlikely event
of any fault, or if you simply require further information about Arcam products, our network of
dealers will be happy to help you. Further information can also be found on the Arcam website at
e FMJ development team
arcam FMJ d33 dac carton contents
Please check that all accessories for your D33 DAC are present. e packaging carton contents are as follows:
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FMJ D33 DAC
IEC power cable with correct local power plug
Cr107 remote control
2 x AAA batteries for remote control
Owner's handbook
Product registration card
USB Driver CD
Please retain all packaging for use when transporting the D33 DAC in future.
Please note that interconnect cables are not included. Please contact your dealer for assistance with selecting the best
interconnect cables for your system.
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Arcam’s D33 DAC provides class-leading sound quality from computer USB connections, AES/
EBU connections, optical and coaxial S/PDIF connections and supported Apple® devices.
Warning!
e output of the D33 is at line level. Do
not connect directly to a power amplifier
or active speaker system without a volume control,
as this will cause all playback to be at full volume.
Equipment or hearing damage may result.
e D33 uses dual state-of-the-art Advanced Segment DAC (Digital-to-Analogue Converter)
ICs, which together with a custom digital filter, audiophile analogue components, a massively-
over-engineered power supply and JetPLL™ clock jitter elimination provide unprecedented
performance and sound quality.
installation
Always connect the D33 to an integrated amplifier,
preamplifier or other device with a volume control.
e reference performance D33 DAC is designed to truly bring your music to life.
connecting to an amplifier
Placing the unit
Power
The remote control and trigger
inputs
e D33 DAC provides a pair of unbalanced audio
outputs on standard rCA phono connectors and a set
of balanced audio outputs on male XLr connectors. All
audio outputs are available simultaneously, allowing
multiple devices to receive the D33’s output signal.
However, to maintain the cleanest possible signal path
the pair of unbalanced outputs is not individually
buffered. is means that if two amplifiers are
connected, both must be powered on to avoid degrading
the signal.
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Place the DAC on a level, firm surface, avoiding
direct sunlight and sources of heat or damp.
e DAC is supplied with a moulded mains plug already
fitted to the lead. Check that the plug supplied fits your
supply – should you require a new mains lead, please
contact your Arcam dealer.
e REMOTE IN input can be used to pass rC5 codes
(listed on page E-10) to the D33 if it is installed in a
position, or a system, where infrared cannot be used. If
this is required, please contact your dealer for further
information.
Do not place the DAC on top of an amplifier or
other source of heat.
Do not place the DAC in an enclosed space such
as a bookcase or closed cabinet unless there
is good provision for ventilation. e DAC is
designed to run warm during normal operation.
If your mains supply voltage or mains plug is different,
please contact your Arcam dealer immediately
e 12v TRIg IN input can be used to switch the D33 in
and out of stand-by. Connecting the trigger output of
your Arcam amplifier (or other compatible device), will
cause the D33 to come out of stand-by automatically
when the amplifier is switched on, returning to stand-by
when the amplifier is switched off. Please see your
amplifier handbook for further information.
Push the IEC plug end of the power cable into the socket
on the back of the DAC, making sure that it is pushed in
firmly. Plug the other end of the cable into your mains
socket and, if necessary, switch the socket on.
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Do not place any other component or item on top
of the DAC as this may obstruct airflow around
the unit, causing the DAC to run hot.
Make sure the remote-control receiver (behind
the FMJ logo on the front panel) is unobstructed,
or remote control will be impaired.
Do not place your record deck on top of this
unit. record decks are very sensitive to the noise
generated by mains power supplies which will be
heard as a background ‘hum’ if the record deck is
too close.
Most audio amplifiers, including the Arcam FMJ
range, will connect to the rCA phono connectors
using standard interconnect cables. is connection
is recommended for short cable runs. e D33 output
behaves like a CD player and operates at line level.
Connect to any line level input such as those marked
‘CD’, ‘AUX’, ‘AV’ etc. Do not connect to any input
intended for a record player (usually labelled ‘Phono’).
interconnect cables
We recommend the use of high-quality screened cables
that are designed for the particular application. Other
cables will have different impedance characteristics
that will degrade the performance of your system (for
example, do not use cabling intended for analogue audio
use to carry digital audio signals). All cables should be
kept as short as is practically possible.
In normal use there is no need to make any connections
to these inputs.
e RS232 input is for optional connection to a home
automation system or a computer. Various third-party
sytems are available providing sophisticated control
over all your entertainment devices using touch screens
etc. Contact your dealer or installer for further details.
e technical details of the remote control protocol
are available from Arcam on request (email support@
arcam.co.uk).
If your amplifier or other replay equipment has balanced
connections, you may use the balanced XLr output.
is connection provides greater rejection from
electrical interference and is useful when cables are
long (more than a few metres) or in electrically-noisy
environments. Balanced connections also have the
ability to reject ‘hum’ caused by ‘ground loops’.
It is good practice when connecting your equipment to
make sure that the mains power-supply cabling is kept
as far away as possible from your audio cables. Failure to
do so may result in unwanted noise in the audio signals.
e remote control input requires a mono 3.5mm
jack, with the tip active and the sleeve grounded.
e remote control signals must be in modulated
rC5 format (at 36kHz), with a voltage level of
between 5V and 12V.
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uSb input and selector switch
aeS/ebu digital input
Connect a computer to one of these two Type-B
USB sockets using a standard USB lead. Set
the switch according to the socket used. Most
installations should use the leſt-hand socket for
ease of setup. For more information on selecting
the best connection, see page E-7
Use this socket to connect
equipment with a digital output
corresponding to the professional
AES3 digital audio standard. See
page E-7.
analogue audio output
Connect these phono sockets
to your amplifier’s Aux, CD
or other line-level input
using suitable high quality
interconnect cables. Ensure
that the leſt and right audio
outputs from the DAC are
connected to the same leſt and
right inputs on your amplifier.
See page E-5 for further details.
balanced audio output
12V trigger input
Use these sockets to connect to
your amplifier if the amplifier
has balanced XLr inputs. If your
amplifier has unbalanced inputs,
use the phono outputs. For
is socket allows the D33 to be switched in and
out of stand-by mode by an amplifier (or another
item of AV equipment) with a 12v TRIg OuT
function. See page E-5.
further details, see page E-5.
DIGITAL INPUT
12V TRIG
ANALOGUE OUTPUT
SWITCH POSITIONS
IN
115 = 110 - 120V~
230 = 220 - 240V~
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CLASS I
ISOLATED
CLASS II
HIGH SPEED
SUPPLY
VOLTAGE
USB
SELECT
R
Power inlet
Connect the correct
mains cable here.
~ 50 – 60 Hz
COAX
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COAX
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OPTICAL
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OPTICAL
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REMOTE
IN
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RS232 CONTROL
USB
USB
iPod
AES/EBU
R
POWER INLET
110-120V/220-240V
Voltage Select
Ensure the voltage selected
matches the local power supply.
optical digital inputs
Connect digital sources with an
optical output to these inputs. See
page E-7.
iPod
RS232
Use an Apple® dock
is connection allows for remote
control from a third-party home
automation system or computer.
connector to USB
cable to connect an
iPod®, iPhone® or iPad™
to this Type -A USB
connector.SeepageE-7.
See page E-5 for more information.
coaxial digital inputs
Use these sockets to connect
equipment with a coaxial digital
output. Connect to the digital
input using a suitable 75Ω screened
cable. For advice about choosing a
connection type, see page E-7.
Remote in
is allows remote-control
signals to be received by the D33
if the remote sensor is covered
(or otherwise not ‘visible’ to the
remote-control).
See page E-5 for more information.
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connecting sources
e D33 DAC has multiple digital audio, computer and iPod inputs so that you can connect all of your digital
audio sources, and switch between them using the remote control or front panel. A front panel LED illuminates to
indicate the selected input: green if a valid signal is detected, or red if there is no signal or an invalid signal.
digital audio connections (aeS/ebu, S/PdiF)
uSb computer connection
uSb connection compatibility
connecting an iPod®, iPhone® or iPad™
Connect each digital source using the appropriate cable.
If a source has multiple types of digital audio output,
select the best type according to the order of preference
below.
Two Type-B USB sockets are provided for the USB
computer connection. It is important to choose
the connection most suitable for your system. e
uSb SElECT switch must be set to the correct position for
the socket used.
e USB connection is designed for the connection of a
desktop or laptop computer running a standard desktop
operating system such as Microsoſt Windows 7, Mac OS
X or Ubuntu® Linux. e connection is not designed to
accept the following:
e Type-A USB connector labelled 'IpOD' is provided
exclusively for the connection of compatible Apple
devices. e D33 DAC is made for:
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPod touch® (4th generation)
iPad 2
iPad™
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USB hard drives
USB flash drives
Tablet computers (connect an Apple® iPad™ to the
iPod® connection using your Apple USB cable)
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Class i isolated USB
AES/EBU connections are found on professional
audio equipment (the standard was developed by the
Audio Engineering Society and European Broadcasting
Union). Connect the source’s AES/EBU output to the
D33 AES/EBU input using a digital audio XLr cable
with 110Ω impedance.
is socket is the best socket to use for most systems.
It provides galvanic electrical isolation between the
computer and the D33 DAC to eliminate any audio
interference caused by the computer power supply. is
input also does not require any special driver installation
as the required soſtware is built-in to modern versions
of Microsoſt® Windows® (Windows XP, Windows Vista®
and Windows 7), Mac OS® X and Linux®.
Other Apple devices do not support digital audio output
so cannot be used.
nAS drives with USB speaker compatibility may or may
not be compatible with the D33 DAC in Class I mode;
this depends wholly on the device’s support for the USB
Audio standard. At the time of writing, popular nAS
drvies with USB speaker compatibility do not fully
implement the latest USB Audio standard and are not
compatible with the D33. is may change with future
nAS drive firmware revisions.
Use an Apple Dock Connector to USB cable to connect
the IpOD USB socket to your Apple device.
Coaxial S/PDiF
When the IpOD input is selected and a device connected,
the IpOD LED will flash green whilst the Apple device
performs authentication. is will complete in a few
seconds when the LED will stop flashing and illuminate
steady green.
S/PDIF connections are the most common digital audio
connection. ey are available in two types, coaxial
and optical. Coaxial is the best of the two types, as this
electrical connection provides the most direct signal
path. If your digital source provides both a coaxial and
an optical output, connect the coaxial connection using
a 75Ω impedance digital audio interconnect cable. Do
not use an analogue audio cable as performance may be
degraded.
e Class I connection is limited to a maximum sample
rate of 96kHz. CD audio has a sample rate of 44.1kHz.
Most ‘High resolution’ audio files from specialist
download sites (at the time of writing) have a sample
rate of 96kHz so are compatible with this connection.
Sometimes, authentication can fail, due to mis-insertion
of the Apple connector or dirty contacts on the Apple
device. If this occurs, disconnect then re-connect the
Apple device.
USB COnnECtiOn PrOBlEmS?
Start your computer and log on to the operating system
if necessary. Connect this socket to the computer using
a standard Type-A to Type-B USB cable. Wait for the
operating system to detect the D33 and install drivers
automatically. If any installation dialogue boxes pop
up, select automatic installation. Once the installation
process is finished, launch your media player soſtware to
play music through the D33 DAC.
Ensure that the D33 DAC is connected to your
computer and installed before starting any media
player soſtware. Please refer to the USB FAQ on
solutions to common USB connection issues.
Optical S/PDiF
Optical S/PDIF is technically inferior to coaxial S/
PDIF because the signal must be converted to pulses
of light for transmission then back to a voltage signal
aſterwards. is process can degrade the signal.
However, optical connections provide electrical isolation
which can benefit the connection between certain types
of equipment, for example, televisions. Some digital
sources provide an optical output only.
Class ii High Speed USB
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is socket does not have galvanic electrical isolation
from the computer power supply. It also requires that a
special device driver, provided on CD, be installed on
the connected computer. e benefit of this connection
is that it is compatible with sample rates up to 192kHz.
192kHz audio material, although rare, provides greater
audio information than material sampled at the 96kHz
rate, however, audible sound quality benefits over 96kHz
are still debated between both audio enthusiasts and
professionals.
Home cinema and AV equipment digital outputs
may need to be re-configured to work with a stereo
DAC. A DVD player, TV set-top box or television
may by default output a surround sound ‘bitstream’
signal (e.g. Dolby Digital) on the optical or coaxial
digital connector. is must be changed in the
source’s setup menu. Set the source’s S/PDIF output
to ‘PCM Stereo’ or equivalent (refer to the source
equipment manufacturer's handbook).
Insert the supplied driver CD and run the setup
programme on the disc in order to install the audio
driver for this socket. Follow the on-screen instructions.
e D33 input LED will remain red if a bitstream
signal is received, as this cannot be decoded.
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ULTRA HIGH PRECISION DIGITAL TO ANALOGUE CONVERTER D33
operation
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iPod
USB
AES/EBU
FILTER
POWER
Switching on
volume and Mute
Switch the unit on by pressing the pOWER button. e
status LED glows green when the unit is powered up and
red when in stand-by mode. e remote control is used
to enter and exit standby mode. If the pOWER button is
pressed (or power is removed) whilst in standby, the
unit will power up fully when power is re-applied.
e remote control provides volume and mute buttons
which are programmed to control any Arcam amplifier.
note that the volume at the D33 output remains fixed at
line level (maximum volume) at all times.
Amplifier Mute & volume
power
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Transport Controls
e remote control provides plAy, pAuSE, STOp, SkIp
bACk and SkIp FORWARD transport controls. ese can be
used to control media soſtware running on a connected
computer compatible with the USB HID protocol, or to
control playback of a connected Apple device.
note that the remote control sensor is located
underneath the FMJ logo. Do not obstruct this or the
remote control will not work.
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Transport Controls
Input selection
Select any of the digital audio inputs by pressing the
corresponding front panel or remote control button.
e associated front panel LED will glow red to denote
an inactive connection and green when a valid signal is
detected. e LED will flash green if the signal is invalid
(e.g. a Dolby Digital bitstream). e detected sample
rate will be indicated via the sample rate display at the
leſt-hand side of the front panel.
USB
iPod
Input Selection
Filter Selection
COAX 1 COAX 2
AES
OPT2 FILTER
OPT1
Filter selection
Oversampled digital-to-analogue conversion uses
digital filtering to process the signal. e D33 uses
custom processing to provide two different digital
filters, allowing the conversion process to be optimised
to personal preference and listening material. Use the
FIlTER button on the remote control or front panel to
toggle between the two filter options.
CR107
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remote
control
e D33 is supplied with the Cr107 remote control.
notes on batteries:
alternative code selection
using the remote control
Please keep in mind the following when using the
remote control:
inserting batteries into the
Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards
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In the rare situation that the Cr107 remote control
happens to operate another device in the room, the
Ir code can be changed to an alternative rC5 system
number.
such as leakage and bursting.
remote control
Do not mix old and new batteries together.
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Ensure there are no obstacles between the
remote control and the remote sensor on the
front panel. e remote has a range of about 5
metres. (If the remote sensor is obscured, the
Ir in remote control input jack on the rear
panel is available. Please consult your dealer
for further information.)
Do not use non-identical batteries together –
although they may look similar, different batteries
may have different voltages.
To change the remote control to the alternate code:
1. Press and hold the and keys for 6 seconds until
the LED at the to0p of the remote remains lit.
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Ensure the plus (+) and minus (-) ends of each
battery match the indications in the battery
compartment.
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2. Press OpT2 to select the alternative Ir codes (rC5
system code 28) or press OpT1 to select the
original code set (rC5 system code 27).
remove batteries from equipment that is not
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remote operation may become unreliable if
strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining
on the remote sensor of the unit.
replace the batteries when you notice a
reduction in the operating range of the
remote control.
going to be used for a month or more.
1. Open the battery compartment by sliding
open the battery cover.
If no key is pressed within 10 seconds the remote will
return to normal operation.
When disposing of used batteries, please comply
with governmental or local regulations that apply
in your country or area.
note: the selection of the alternate codes is reset when
batteries are changed.
In addition to changing the remote handset, the D33
unit must also be reconfigured to respond to the
alternate codes. With the unit powered on, press the
OpTICAl 1 and AES/Ebu buttons simultaneously. e
FIlTER LED will flash to indicate remote code selection.
Press the FIlTER button to toggle between the normal Ir
codes (FIlTER 1 LED flashing) and the alternative codes
(FIlTER 2 LED flashing). Press any other key to exit the
code selection mode.
2. Insert two ‘AAA’ batteries into the battery
compartment – facing opposite directions, as
in the diagram and the battery compartment
indication.
3. Slide the battery cover back into place.
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IR
legal
information
commands
Microsoſt, Windows Media and Windows are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoſt Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
ese are the Ir commands generated from the DAC remote
control, and accepted by the D33. e codes are useful if
you wish to programme another remote handset to control
the D33. e codes are given in the format SystemCode–
CommandCode. 27 (0x1B) is the Arcam System Code for
a DAC and 16 (0x10) is the Arcam System Code for an
amplifier.
Apple, Mac, Mac OS, iTunes, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod
nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPad is a trademark
of Apple Inc.
"Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean
that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has
been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance
standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or
iPad may affect wireless performance.
Key name
Decimal
27–12
Hexadecimal
0x1B–0x0C
2(pOWER)
16–13
16–16
27–48
0x10–0x0D
0x10–0x10
0x1B–0x30
(MuTE)
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27–54
0x1B–0x36
Linux® is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S.
and other countries.
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- (vOluME -)
16–17
27–33
0x10–0x11
0x1B–0x21
USB
iPod
Ubuntu is a registered trademark of Canonical Ltd.
JetPLL™ is a trademark of TC Applied Technologies Ltd.
0(SkIp bACk)
COAX 1 COAX 2
AES
27–53
27–32
0x1B–0x35
0x1B–0x20
(plAy)
4
OPT2 FILTER
OPT1
/(SkIp FORWARDS)
uSb
27–8
27–18
27–4
27–5
27–6
27–0
27–2
0x1B–0x08
0x1B–0x12
0x1B–0x04
0x1B–0x05
0x1B–0x06
0x1B–0x00
0x1B–0x02
IpOD
COAx 1
COAx 2
AES
OpT 1
OpT 2
CR107
FIlTER
27–70
0x1B–0x46
e system code can be changed
from 27 (0x1B) to 28 (0x1C).
Please refer to page E-9 for details.
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Problem
Solution
I cannot power on the unit using the remote control.
Check that the D33 DAC is powered on with the front panel power button.
Check that the D33 DAC is connected to an active power outlet and the outlet, if
switched, is switched on.
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trouble-
shooting
e pOWER LED is red and there is no sound.
e remote control does not work
e D33 DAC is in standby mode.
Press any button on the front panel or press the remote control
on the unit.
If the 12V Trigger input is connected to an amplifier, the D33 will power on from
standby when the amplifier is powered on.
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key to power
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Check that the batteries are installed.
replace the batteries
Check that the remote sensor (behind the FMJ logo on the front panel) is not
obscured.
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Check that the remote sensor is not in direct sunlight or illuminated by sources
of interference such as fluorescent lighting or a television screen.
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e remote control has a range of 15m. Move closer than 15m.
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I cannot adjust the volume using the remote control
e remote control volume keys are designed to operate the volume control of
an Arcam amplifier. If you are not using an Arcam amplifer, use your amplifier's
remote control to adjust the volume.
Ensure that you connect the D33 DAC to an amplifier with a volume control.
Ensure that the remote control has 'line-of'sight' to the amplifier.
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I have connected and selected a source but there is no sound and the source LED
remains red.
Check that the source equipment is powered on.
Check that the source equipment is connected correctly to the selected input.
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I have connected and selected a source but there is no sound and the source LED
flashes green.
For A/V S/PDIF sources: check that the source equipment is not set to surround
sound bitstream output. Set the source S/PDIF output to 'PCM Stereo' or
equivalent. refer to the source equipment manufacturer's handbook for further
details.
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I have connected my MP3 player, USB flash drive or hard drive to the USB input but
there is no sound.
e D33 DAC does not support MP3 players, USB flash drives or hard drives.
Connect your device to a computer and connect the computer to the D33 for
playback.
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I have connected my computer to the USB input but the uSb LED remains red and the
computer has not responded.
Check that the uSb SElECT switch is set to the correct position for the socket you
have connected to.
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I have connected my computer to the Class II USB input and the computer is asking for
a device driver.
e computer does not have the Class II device driver installed.
Disconnect the D33 DAC from the computer, install the driver and follow the
on-screen instructions.
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e USB input is not working with my computer
e iPod input is not working with my Apple device
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Ensure that the Apple device is connected to the D33 iPod socket using an Apple
docking connector to USB cable.
Ensure that your Apple device soſtware is up-to-date by connecting the device to
your computer and running iTunes.
Ensure that your device is supported; only Apple devices with a digital audio
output can be used. See page E-7 for a compatibility list.
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Radio interference
e D33 DAC is a digital device which has been
designed to very high standards of electromagnetic
compatibility.
All DACs generate, and can radiate rF (radio frequency)
energy. In some cases this can cause interference with
FM and AM radio reception. If this is the case, keep the
DAC and its connecting cables as far from the tuner
and its aerials as possible. Connecting the DAC and the
tuner to different mains sockets can also help to reduce
interference.
analogue audio output
Digital to Analogue conversion
Signal to noise ratio
2x Burr Brown 24-bit 192kHz Advanced Segment Delta-Sigma DAC ICs
110dB CCIr
Harmonic distortion (1kHz)
Frequency response (+0.1dB, -0.5dB)
Output level (0dB)
0.0008% (20Hz — 20kHz, unweighted)
specifications
10Hz–20kHz
2.2Vrms
47Ω
Output impedance
Minimum recommended load
Digital interfaces
5kΩ
EC COUnTrIES – is products have been designed to
comply with EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
USB
Class 1 electrically-isolated USB 1.1
Class 2 USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbit/s)
Up to 192kHz sample rate
USA – ese products comply with FCC Part 15
Class B.
AES/EBU
Coaxial S/PDIF x 2
Optical S/PDIF (TOSLInK) x 2
Physical
Up to 192kHz sample rate
Up to 96kHz sample rate
Dimensions
W433 x D370 x H110mm
6.2kg nett/10.0kg packed
30W maximum
Weight
Power consumption
Analogue output connection
rCA Phono x 2
Balanced XLr
supplied accessories
Mains lead
Cr107 remote control
2 x AAA batteries
E&OE
note: All specification values are typical unless otherwise stated
continual improvement policy
Arcam has a policy of continual improvement for its
products. is means that designs and specifications
are subject to change without notice.
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Worldwide guarantee
is entitles you to have the unit repaired free of charge, during the first two years aſter
purchase, provided that it was originally purchased from an authorised Arcam dealer.
e Arcam dealer is responsible for all aſter-sales service. e manufacturer can take no
responsibility for defects arising from accident, misuse, abuse, wear and tear, neglect or
through unauthorised adjustment and/or repair, neither can they accept responsibility
for damage or loss occurring during transit to or from the person claiming under the
guarantee.
product
guarantee
The warranty covers:
Parts and labour costs for two years from the purchase date. Aſter two years you must pay
for both parts and labour costs. e warranty does not cover transportation costs at any
time.
claims under guarantee
is equipment should be packed in the original packing and returned to the dealer from
whom it was purchased. It should be sent carriage prepaid by a reputable carrier – not
by post. no responsibility can be accepted for the unit whilst in transit to the dealer or
distributor and customers are therefore advised to insure the unit against loss or damage
whilst in transit.
For further details contact Arcam at:
Arcam Customer Support Department,
Pembroke Avenue, Waterbeach, CAMBrIDgE, CB25 9Qr, England
Problems?
If your Arcam dealer is unable to answer any query regarding this or any other Arcam
product please contact Arcam Customer Support at the above address and we will do our
best to help you.
on-line registration
Correct disposal of this product
is marking indicates that this
product should not be disposed with
other household waste throughout
the EU.
To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal and to
conserve material resources, this
product should be recycled responsibly.
To dispose of your product, please use your local
return and collection systems or contact the retailer
where the product was purchased.
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