Help Guide USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your USB DAC AMPLIFIER.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 About the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Features of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Supported environment Supported driver and application Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 3
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Preparations and connections Preparations Connections Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 4
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Playing audio files Playback Sound quality settings Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 5
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Parts and controls Main unit Remote control Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 6
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Announcements Specifications Notes Trademarks Inquiries Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 7
Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Dealing with problems General Sound If the problem is not solved Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 8
Help Guide List of Topics USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 How to Use About the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Features of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Features of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Supported environment System requirements for computers connected to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Supported driver and application Driver for the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Hi-Res Audio Player Preparations and connections Preparations What you need to do before starting to use the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Prep 1. Connecting speakers Prep 2.
Sound quality settings Using the DSEE function Setting the equalizer Parts and controls Main unit Names and descriptions of parts of the front panel Names and descriptions of parts of the rear panel Remote control Names and descriptions of parts of the remote control Announcements Specifications Compatible audio formats Specifications Supported devices Notes About the Protector function Precautions for use Trademarks Trademarks Inquiries Customer support websites Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyrig
Help Guide List of Topics USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Troubleshooting Dealing with problems General The power is automatically turned off. The remote control does not work. The lamps on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER flash. Sound No sound is output. There is severe humming or noise.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Features of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Features of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Introduces the features available with the USB DAC AMPLIFIER, such as playback of High-Resolution Audio files.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Supported environment System requirements for computers connected to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Explains the system environment required for installing the required computer driver.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Supported driver and application Driver for the USB DAC AMPLIFIER To output sound played back on a computer via the USB DAC AMPLIFIER, a specific driver is required. You must install the driver on the computer you wish to connect to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. This topic provides information on the download websites. Hi-Res Audio Player “Hi-Res Audio Player” allows you to play back high-quality audio files with just a simple operation.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Preparations What you need to do before starting to use the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Explains what you need to do to listen to music after you purchase the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Prep 1. Connecting speakers Explains how to connect speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER and how to connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead). Prep 2. Connecting to a computer Explains how to connect the USB DAC AMPLIFIER to your computer.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Connections Connecting speakers Explains how to connect speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER and how to connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead). Connecting to a computer Explains how to connect the USB DAC AMPLIFIER to your computer. Connecting a smartphone Explains how to connect the USB port on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER to an Android device or iPhone.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Playback Compatible audio formats Explains the audio formats that can be played on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Enjoying music Explains how to play back sound stored on a computer or device connected to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Sound quality settings Using the DSEE function Explains how to set the DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) function. This function restores highfrequency sound and almost imperceptible fine fade-out sound, which are usually lost due to compression. This gives a natural and expansive sound to compressed audio files, providing a natural and expansive sound when the track is played.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Main unit Names and descriptions of parts of the front panel Provides names and descriptions of each part on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Names and descriptions of parts of the rear panel Provides names and descriptions of each part on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Remote control Names and descriptions of parts of the remote control Provides names and descriptions of each part on the remote control supplied with the USB DAC AMPLIFIER.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Specifications Compatible audio formats Explains the audio formats that can be played on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Specifications Shows the specifications of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Supported devices Describes devices you can connect to the USB port on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Notes About the Protector function Explains remedies to be applied when the Protector function is activated. Precautions for use Explains precautions for general use.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Trademarks Trademarks Provides a list of trademarks/registered trademarks.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Inquiries Customer support websites Provides the URLs of our customer support websites.
Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 General The power is automatically turned off. The remote control does not work. The lamps on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER flash.
Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Sound No sound is output. There is severe humming or noise.
Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 If the problem is not solved Customer support websites Provides the URLs of our customer support websites.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Features of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Easy playback of music on your computer Just complete Preps 1 to 4 in this Help Guide to connect your computer to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Then you are ready to enjoy music on your computer. Playback of high-quality sound The USB DAC AMPLIFIER can play High-Resolution Audio files such as PCM 192 kHz/32 bit and DSD (Direct Stream Digital) audio files.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 System requirements for computers connected to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER To output sound played back on a computer via the USB DAC AMPLIFIER, download the required driver, then install it on your computer. Note When you use Mac OS X, the driver is not required. OS Windows 8 (32 bit/64 bit) Windows 7 (SP1, 32 bit/64 bit) Windows Vista (SP2, 32 bit/64 bit) Windows XP (SP3, 32 bit/64 bit) Mac OS X v10.6.8, 10.7.4, 10.8.4 Device USB port (USB 2.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Driver for the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Install the required driver on your computer, then you can output sound played back on the computer via the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Note When you use Mac OS X, the driver is not required. Downloading the required driver Download the driver from the following websites: Models for the USA and Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/swu/8757 Models for Europe: http://support.sony-europe.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Hi-Res Audio Player “Hi-Res Audio Player” is player software that allows you to play back high-quality audio files with just a simple operation. You can play back High-Resolution Audio files, such as DSD files, purchased in music distribution websites, etc., simply by connecting the USB DAC AMPLIFIER to your computer, and making simple software settings.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 What you need to do before starting to use the USB DAC AMPLIFIER After you purchase the USB DAC AMPLIFIER, you must connect any external equipment and install the required driver on your computer before you listen to music. 1. Prep 1. Connecting speakers 2. Prep 2. Connecting to a computer 3. Prep 3. Turning on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER When you have made all connections with other devices, then turn on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. 4. Prep 4.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Prep 1. Connecting speakers Connect speakers to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER, then connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead). Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is unplugged when connecting any other cord. 1. Connect speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER as shown in the illustration below. : : : : SPEAKERS terminals Speaker cords (not supplied) Speaker (R) Speaker (L) 2.
Note Switch the EQUALIZER switch to “BYPASS” when you use speakers other than the recommended SSHA3 speakers (not supplied). Related Topic Setting the equalizer Prep 2. Connecting to a computer Prep 3. Turning on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER Prep 4.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Prep 2. Connecting to a computer Connect a USB port of your computer to the (USB) port on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER using the USB cable (supplied), then start up your computer. Note Make sure that the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is turned off when you connect a USB cable. When a signal of a format not supported is input, the USB REAR lamp flashes.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Prep 3. Turning on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER When you have made all connections with the other devices, then turn on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. 1. Press the The button to turn on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. lamp lights up in green. Related Topic Prep 1. Connecting speakers Prep 2. Connecting to a computer Prep 4.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Prep 4. Installing the driver on a computer Install the required driver on your computer first, then you can output sound played back on the computer via the USB DAC AMPLIFIER.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Supplied accessories Main unit (1) AC power cord (mains lead) (1) Remote control (1) USB cable (1) Quick Start Guide (1) Reference Guide (1) Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 44
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Preparing the remote control Before using the remote control for the first time, remove the insulation film. The battery is installed in the remote control at the factory. Replacing the lithium battery The working distance of the remote control shortens as the battery becomes exhausted. Replace the battery with a new one following the procedure below. 1. Take out the battery case as shown below. 2.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Standby mode If you switch the AUTO STANDBY switch on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER to “ON, ” when you are not using the USB DAC AMPLIFIER or there is no digital signal input to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER for 20 minutes, the unit is automatically turned off and enters standby mode to reduce the power consumption. Before the USB DAC AMPLIFIER switches to standby mode, the lamp flashes for 1 minute, and then the lamp turns off.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Connecting speakers Connect speakers to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER, then connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead). Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is unplugged when connecting any other cord. 1. Connect speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER as shown in the illustration below. : : : : SPEAKERS terminals Speaker cords (not supplied) Speaker (R) Speaker (L) 2.
Note Switch the EQUALIZER switch to “BYPASS” when you use speakers other than the recommended SSHA3 speakers (not supplied).
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Connecting to a computer Connect a USB port of your computer to the (USB) port on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER using the USB cable (supplied), then start up your computer. Note Make sure that the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is turned off when you connect a USB cable. When a signal of a format not supported is input, the USB REAR lamp flashes. Inputting such a signal may produce noise or even damage the speakers or headphones if played at a high volume.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Connecting a smartphone You can connect an Android device or iPhone to the (USB) port on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER using a USB cable (not supplied) and enjoy playback from that device through the speakers or headphones. For details on the devices compatible with this function, see “Supported devices.” Note When you connect a device that is not compatible with this function, the USB FRONT lamp flashes slowly. Disconnect the device.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Connecting other playback equipment You can connect other playback equipment such as the Super Audio CD player to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER and enjoy playback from that equipment through the speakers or headphones of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is unplugged when connecting any other cord.
: Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) : Coaxial digital output jack of other equipment When connecting through the OPTICAL jack : OPTICAL jack of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER : Optical digital cable (not supplied) : Optical digital output jack of other equipment When connecting through LINE IN jacks : LINE IN jacks of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER : Audio cord (not supplied) : Analog output jack of other equipment Notes on use 4 -469-134-11(2) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 54
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Connecting headphones You can connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Note When headphones are connected, no sound is output from the speakers. Connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER as shown below.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Compatible audio formats The audio formats that the USB DAC AMPLIFIER can decode depend on the digital audio input jacks of the equipment connected. The USB DAC AMPLIFIER supports the following audio formats. USB REAR (USB-B jack) PCM (Sampling frequency: 44.1 k/48 k/88.2 k/96 k/176.4 k/192 kHz, data bit length: 16/24/32 bits) DSD (2.8 M/5.6 MHz) USB FRONT (USB-A jack) PCM (Sampling frequency: 32 k/44.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Enjoying music You can output audio played back on a computer or device connected via the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. 1. Press the INPUT SELECTOR button on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER repeatedly to select the input source. You can also select the input source by pressing the input selector buttons on the remote control. When you want to output music files stored on the computer, select USB REAR. 2. Turn on the equipment and start playback.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Using the DSEE function When the DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) function is activated, the USB DAC AMPLIFIER restores high-frequency sound and almost imperceptible fine fade-out sound, which are usually lost due to compression. This gives a natural and expansive sound to compressed audio files. Note The DSEE function works only for PCM format sound input via the digital connector. The DSEE function does not work for DSDIFF, DSF format files.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Setting the equalizer By switching the EQUALIZER switch on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER to “TUNED FOR SSHA3,” you can enjoy sound quality tuned for the recommended SS-HA3 speakers (not supplied). Select the setting you prefer, because the actual sound quality may vary depending on how the speakers have been installed. “BYPASS” (Equalizer through) is selected as the factory default setting.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Names and descriptions of parts of the front panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. (ON/STANDBY) button Turns the USB DAC AMPLIFIER on and off. Power lamp When the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is turned on, this lamp lights up in green. The lamp turns off when the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is in standby mode. Input indicator lamps The lamp of the input source selected lights up. INPUT SELECTOR button Press this button repeatedly to select an input source.
lights up in white. 10. DSD lamp Lights up in white when DSD audio is played back. 11. VOLUME +/– control Adjusts the volume. 12.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Names and descriptions of parts of the rear panel 1. DIGITAL IN jacks (USB) port (Type B jack) COAXIAL jack OPTICAL jack 2. D/A DIRECT, LINE OUT (analog output) L/R jacks The D/A DIRECT, LINE OUT jacks directly output the analog signal through the D/A converter without using any internal connectors or signal switcher, and realize the signal output excluding the elements that deteriorate the sound quality as much as possible.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Names and descriptions of parts of the remote control 1. Input selector buttons Press the button to select the input source. 2. DSEE button You can set the DSEE function. 3. MUTING button Mutes the sound. To deactivate the muting, press the MUTING button again or press the VOLUME + button. 4. (ON/STANDBY) button Turns the USB DAC AMPLIFIER on and off. 5. VOLUME +/– buttons Adjusts the volume.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 4 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; rated 20 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
OPTICAL jack Supported format: PCM (Sampling frequency: 32 k/44.1 k/48 k/88.2 k/96 kHz, data bit length: 16/24 bits) Input section (analog) Input sensitivity: 500 mV Input impedance: 100 kilohms Output section LINE OUT Output voltage: 2 V Output impedance: 2.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Supported devices The devices you can connect to the follows. (USB) port on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER are as Note Music files stored on a USB thumb drive, etc., cannot be played back. “Walkman” For information on the devices supported, refer to the following websites. Models for the USA and Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/ Models for Europe: http://support.sony-europe.
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Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 About the Protector function When an abnormal current is output to the SPEAKERS terminals, or when the internal temperature of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is too high, etc., all the input indicator lamps flash for 5 seconds, and the USB DAC AMPLIFIER turns off automatically. Check the connection of the speakers and then turn the power on again.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Precautions for use Precautions when disconnecting the power cord Make sure that the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is in the standby mode when you disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from a wall outlet (mains). If you disconnect the power cord (mains lead) during operation, a loss of data or malfunction may occur. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with soft dry cloth.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Trademarks Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
Help Guide How to Use USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 Customer support websites Please access the following support websites for information on your USB DAC AMPLIFIER. For customers in the USA: http://esupport.sony.com/ For customers in Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/ For customers in Asia Pacific: http://www.sony-asia.
Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 The power is automatically turned off. When the Protector function is activated, all the input indicator lamps flash for 5 seconds, and the USB DAC AMPLIFIER turns off automatically. If the AUTO STANDBY switch is set to “ON,” when you are not using the USB DAC AMPLIFIER or when there is no digital signal input to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER for 20 minutes, the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is automatically turned off.
Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 The remote control does not work. Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Remove any obstructions in between the remote control and the USB DAC AMPLIFIER. Replace the battery in the remote control with new ones if it is low.
Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 The lamps on the front panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER flash. All the input indicator lamps flash. When an abnormal current is output to the SPEAKERS terminals, or when the internal temperature of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER is too high, etc., all the input indicator lamps flash for 5 seconds, and the USB DAC AMPLIFIER turns off automatically. The power lamp flashes.
Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 No sound is output. When you connect a USB port of your computer (Windows) to the (USB) port on the rear panel of the USB DAC AMPLIFIER, check that the required driver is installed on your computer. Check that the VOLUME control is not set at the minimum level. Check that the speakers are connected to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER correctly. When the MUTING lamp lights up, press the MUTING button on the remote control to cancel the muting function.
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Help Guide Troubleshooting USB DAC AMPLIFIER UDA-1 There is severe humming or noise. Check that the speakers are connected to the USB DAC AMPLIFIER correctly. Move your TV away from the USB DAC AMPLIFIER and other audio equipment. The plugs and ports are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
