1. Киришүү
The GUSTARD X18 DAC is a high-performance audio decoder designed to deliver exceptional sound quality. Featuring the ESS ES9038PRO chip, advanced CPLD technology, and XMOS XU216 processor, it supports a wide range of audio formats including MQA, PCM up to 768kHz, and DSD up to DSD512. With multiple input and output options, including Bluetooth 5.0 with LDAC, the X18 provides versatile connectivity for various audio setups.
2. Негизги өзгөчөлүктөрү
- ESS ES9038PRO Chip: Equipped with the ES9038PRO from ESS, featuring independent power and grounding for optimal sound performance.
- CPLD Complex Programmable Logic Device: Self-constructed digital integrated circuits with logic functions, clock management, 2nd PLL, digital shaping, DOP decoder, and PCM/DSD depop switch for excellent sound quality.
- ACCUSILICON Femtosecond Crystal Oscillator AS318-8: Two Hi-End audio oscillators from Accusilicon ensure ultra-low jitter.
- XMOS XU216 Processor: 768 кГц чейинки PCM жана DSD512 чейинки DSD колдойт.
- Bluetooth 5.0 туташуусу: Supports AAC, SBC, APTX, APTX LL, APTX HD, and LDAC (up to 24Bit/96KHz). Bluetooth can be disabled via the menu.
- MQA Full Decoding: Supports MQA playback via USB, AES, Coaxial, and Optical inputs.
- Adjustable OLED Screen: Features adjustable brightness and automatic sleep after 10 seconds of inactivity.
3. Техникалык шарттар
Колдоого алынган аудио форматтары:
- USB: PCM: 44.1kHz-768kHz, 16bit-32bit; DSD (Native): DSD64-DSD512; DSD (DOP): DSD64-DSD256; MQA: Full decoding.
- IIS: PCM: 44.1kHz-768kHz, 16bit-32bit; DSD (Native): DSD64-DSD512; DSD (DOP): DSD64-DSD512; MQA: Not supported.
- AES, Coaxial, Optical: PCM: 44.1kHz-192kHz, 16bit-24bit; DSD (Native): DSD64-DSD512; DSD (DOP): DSD64-DSD512; MQA: Full decoding.
- Bluetooth: PCM: AAC/SBC/APTX/APTXLL/APTX HD/LDAC; DSD (Native): Not supported; DSD (DOP): Not supported; MQA: Not supported.
Жалпы мүнөздөмөлөрү:
- Жыштык жообу: 20Hz - 20kHz +/-0.08dB
- Чыгуу: Single end (RCA) 2.5V/rms @0dBFS; Balanced (XLR) 5.0Vrms @0dBFS
- XLR Pinout: 1 ground, 2 hot, 3 cold
- Өлчөмдөрү (W x D x H): 220mm x 170mm x 50MM (excluding protruding parts)
- Пакет менен Салмагы: 2.5 кг
4. Пакеттин мазмуну
The GUSTARD X18 DAC package includes the following items:
- GUSTARD X18 DAC Unit
- Электр кабели
- USB кабели
- Алыстан башкаруу
- Bluetooth антеннасы
5. Продукт бүтүп калдыview
Front Panel
The front panel features the power button, an OLED display, and a multi-function knob for navigation and volume control.
Сүрөт: алдыңкы view of the GUSTARD X18 DAC, showing the power button, OLED screen, and control knob.
Арткы панель
The rear panel provides various input and output connections for your audio system.
Сүрөт: Арткы view of the GUSTARD X18 DAC, displaying various input and output ports including XLR, RCA, IIS, AES, Optical, Coaxial, USB, Bluetooth antenna connector, and power input.
6. Орнотуу
- Пакеттен чыгаруу: Carefully remove the GUSTARD X18 DAC and all accessories from the packaging.
- Жайгашкан жери: Place the DAC on a stable, flat surface away from heat sources and direct sunlight. Ensure adequate ventilation.
- Connect Bluetooth Antenna: Screw the provided Bluetooth antenna into the designated connector on the rear panel.
- Кубат туташуу: Connect the power cord to the AC inlet on the rear panel and then to a suitable power outlet.
- Аудио чыгаруу байланышы: DACти өзүңүзгө туташтырыңыз amplifier or active speakers using either the balanced XLR outputs or the single-ended RCA outputs.
- Аудио киргизүү туташуу: Connect your desired audio source (e.g., computer, CD player, streamer) to the appropriate input on the DAC (USB, Coaxial, Optical, AES, IIS, or Bluetooth).
7. Иштөө нускамалары
Күйгүзүү/өчүрүү
- To power on the device, press the power button on the front panel.
- Өчүрүү үчүн, түзмөк өчкөнгө чейин кубат баскычын басып, кармап туруңуз.
Киргизүүнү тандоо
Use the multi-function knob or the remote control to cycle through available input sources (USB, IIS, AES, Coaxial, Optical, Bluetooth).
Үндү көзөмөлдөө
Rotate the multi-function knob to adjust the output volume. The volume level will be displayed on the OLED screen.
OLED Display Settings
The OLED screen's brightness can be adjusted via the menu. It will automatically enter sleep mode after 10 seconds of inactivity to preserve screen life.
8. Байланыш
USB киргизүү
Connect your computer or other USB audio source using the provided USB cable. The X18 supports high-resolution PCM and DSD formats via USB.
Bluetooth киргизүү
Enable Bluetooth on your source device and select "GUSTARD X18" from the list of available devices to pair. The X18 supports various high-quality Bluetooth codecs including LDAC.
IIS киргизүү
The IIS input allows for direct digital connection to compatible audio sources, supporting high-resolution DSD and PCM signals.
AES, Coaxial, and Optical Inputs
These digital inputs provide versatile connectivity for CD players, network streamers, and other digital audio sources.
9. MQA Playback
The GUSTARD X18 DAC supports full MQA decoding via its USB, AES, Coaxial, and Optical inputs. When playing MQA content, the DAC will fully unfold the MQA file, allowing you to experience the original recording quality as intended by the artist.
10. Техникалык тейлөө
- Тазалоо: Агрегаттын сыртын тазалоо үчүн жумшак, кургак чүпүрөктү колдонуңуз. Абразивдүү тазалагычтарды же эриткичтерди колдонуудан алыс болуңуз.
- Вентиляция: Ашыкча ысып кетүүнүн алдын алуу үчүн желдетүү тешиктери жабылбагандыгын текшериңиз.
- Сактагыч: Эгерде түзмөктү узак убакытка сактап койсоңуз, аны электр тармагынан сууруп, салкын, кургак жерде сактаңыз.
11. Кыйынчылыктарды
- Кубат жок: Check if the power cord is securely connected and the power outlet is functional.
- Үн жок: Verify that the correct input source is selected on the DAC and your amplifier. Check all audio cable connections. Ensure the volume is not set to minimum or muted.
- Бурмаланган үн: Check the audio source and cables. Ensure the sample rate and bit depth settings on your source device are compatible with the DAC.
- Bluetooth туташуу маселелери: Ensure the Bluetooth antenna is properly attached. Try re-pairing the device. Disable and re-enable Bluetooth on both the DAC and your source device.
- OLED экраны көрсөтүлбөй жатат: Check if the unit is powered on. The screen may be in automatic sleep mode; any operation should reactivate it.
12. Кепилдик жана колдоо
Кепилдик жөнүндө маалымат жана техникалык колдоо алуу үчүн, сатып алган нерсеңиз менен кошо берилген документтерди караңыз же сатуучуга кайрылыңыз. Кепилдик боюнча дооматтар үчүн сатып алгандыгыңызды тастыктаган документти сактап коюңуз.
