Specifications

create a daisy chain configuration. An MSB Network output upgrade provides three identical connectors allowing three
DACs to be driven at once, each set up for a different channel.
The other jumpers on the input board are to change the balanced input to an MSB Network input. Note the two jumpers
are moved toward the center of the board. In this mode, when the balanced input is selected, the presence of an MSB
Network signal will cause the Network LED to light and the Network signal to be decoded. This change defeats the CAT5
input. This option should only be considered when front panel switching of two active sources must be accomplished. The
CAT5 is a superior input connection and should be used if possible.
Troubleshooting
No “Source” indicated on LEDs - Check for bad cable, or cable plugged into the wrong output on the transport.
No sound - Check that source is valid audio source. Change to a standard CD just to be sure. Check that analog outputs
are connected properly.
Still no sound - connect an analog output from the source directly to the volume control. Verify that the rest of the system
is working. Now move the same analog cable to the DAC and plug in a digital source. You should hear a click and the
front display should indicate frequency.
You hear audio clipping - the output level may be too high for your preamp. Check the input specifications on your
preamp. (See Platinum specs). MSB offers an attenuation cable which drops the Platinum levels to the standard 2 V RMS
industry specification.
The unit does not work powered on 240V - unplug power quickly or capacitors may smoke. The unit is configured for
120V unless clearly labeled.
If you suspect you may have a 240V unit, it will work at 120V. Call MSB for a procedure to verify the voltage configura-
tion.
Frequency readout is off - The Platinum upsamples to a little less than 3 times a 44.1K source rate. Upsampling always
converts any input to 130.2. We have selected this frequency as an optimum rate that will accommodate all sources. This
is normal.
The MSB Network input may output two frequencies, depending on the source material. With 44.1 and 88.2 sources the
frequency reads 176.4k which is four times the sampling rate. With all other sources, the frequency will read 192k.
96K source indicates 48k on front panel - Check setup menu of DVD player. Digital output should be set for 96k
output. Some models do not support this feature and downmix to 48k.
DVD-A source indicates 48k - DVD-A players must be upgraded to provide a true 192K output. Production players
downmix to 48K.
Warranty
All MSB products carry a one year warranty. No returns accepted without an RMA. Upon receipt, MSB will repair or
replace any defective product. All product shipped FOB La Honda. Shipping and shipping damage is the responsibility of
the consignee.
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