Installation guide for the ASIO USB DRIVER
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... from Windows 10. 1 Double-click the ESOTERIC Audio USB DRIVER.exe file to use for the ESOTERIC ASIO USB DRIVER Windows Recommended hardware PC with installation of the driver file. oo If a Windows Security pop-up appears, click "Run" or "Yes" to continue with Intel Core 2 Duo or faster processor and 1 GB or more memory Supported operating systems Windows 7 (32/64-bit...
... from Windows 10. 1 Double-click the ESOTERIC Audio USB DRIVER.exe file to use for the ESOTERIC ASIO USB DRIVER Windows Recommended hardware PC with installation of the driver file. oo If a Windows Security pop-up appears, click "Run" or "Yes" to continue with Intel Core 2 Duo or faster processor and 1 GB or more memory Supported operating systems Windows 7 (32/64-bit...
Installation guide for the ASIO USB DRIVER
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... 192000 Hz. You must change the settings as follows to set the default device for details about how to open the Windows Sound Control Panel, the "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO DEVICE" can be output from this unit, select "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO DEVICE" in any sampling frequency of that you are using. Audio playback software settings To output audio from audio playback software from this unit when connected to a computer by USB, set to be selected as...
... 192000 Hz. You must change the settings as follows to set the default device for details about how to open the Windows Sound Control Panel, the "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO DEVICE" can be output from this unit, select "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO DEVICE" in any sampling frequency of that you are using. Audio playback software settings To output audio from audio playback software from this unit when connected to a computer by USB, set to be selected as...
Installation guide for the ASIO USB DRIVER
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... USB DRIVER is installed, the following icon will appear in the Windows Control Panel. Double click this unit is first connected to a computer USB port, the transmission mode is stopped. NOTE oo When this icon to open the ESOTERIC ASIO USB DRIVER Control Panel where you can select the desired transmission mode. 2 Select "Control Panel" from ESOTERIC HR Audio Player, and change the transmission mode 1 Launch ESOTERIC HR Audio Player. Setting the transfer mode With the K-01XD...
... USB DRIVER is installed, the following icon will appear in the Windows Control Panel. Double click this unit is first connected to a computer USB port, the transmission mode is stopped. NOTE oo When this icon to open the ESOTERIC ASIO USB DRIVER Control Panel where you can select the desired transmission mode. 2 Select "Control Panel" from ESOTERIC HR Audio Player, and change the transmission mode 1 Launch ESOTERIC HR Audio Player. Setting the transfer mode With the K-01XD...
Installation guide for the ASIO USB DRIVER
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... beginning driver installation. 1 Uncompress the downloaded file. 2 Double-click "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO.pkg" to use the Bulk Pet transmission mode. oo Restarting the operating system is necessary during installation. Driver installation procedures This driver must be installed to start installation. 5 Click the "Agree" button. 3 Click the "Continue" button. 6 Confirm that the hard disk selected for software installation has enough open space, and click the "Install" button. 6 Continued on the next page e Mac Supported operating...
... beginning driver installation. 1 Uncompress the downloaded file. 2 Double-click "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO.pkg" to use the Bulk Pet transmission mode. oo Restarting the operating system is necessary during installation. Driver installation procedures This driver must be installed to start installation. 5 Click the "Agree" button. 3 Click the "Continue" button. 6 Confirm that the hard disk selected for software installation has enough open space, and click the "Install" button. 6 Continued on the next page e Mac Supported operating...
Installation guide for the ASIO USB DRIVER
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... is first connected to a computer USB port, the transmission mode is set to Isochronous or Bulk Pet. Use ESOTERIC HR Audio Player to change the transmission mode are combinations of the Host CPU and Device CPU differently can be selected, allowing the best audio quality to be set to open the ESOTERIC USB AUDIO Control Panel. The 4 Bulk Pet modes that can be adjusted when using a Mac. 8 1021 MA-2036D Modes 1-4 operate with...
... is first connected to a computer USB port, the transmission mode is set to Isochronous or Bulk Pet. Use ESOTERIC HR Audio Player to change the transmission mode are combinations of the Host CPU and Device CPU differently can be selected, allowing the best audio quality to be set to open the ESOTERIC USB AUDIO Control Panel. The 4 Bulk Pet modes that can be adjusted when using a Mac. 8 1021 MA-2036D Modes 1-4 operate with...
eBrochure K-01XD SE / K-03XD SE
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... development and improvement for Digital Player" used in VRDS history, Esoteric's impressive VRDS-ATLAS epitomizes the company's resolute focus on the lower level to minimize magnetic flux leakage and vibration, while also shortening the power supply wiring. During its inception. A total of 1,850,000μF (K-01XD SE) / 650,000μF (K-03XD SE) super capacitors are installed to improve low-frequency resolution and achieve...
... development and improvement for Digital Player" used in VRDS history, Esoteric's impressive VRDS-ATLAS epitomizes the company's resolute focus on the lower level to minimize magnetic flux leakage and vibration, while also shortening the power supply wiring. During its inception. A total of 1,850,000μF (K-01XD SE) / 650,000μF (K-03XD SE) super capacitors are installed to improve low-frequency resolution and achieve...
eBrochure K-01XD SE / K-03XD SE
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.... Consisting of 32 elements per channel, each other analog parts, such as soldering in an oxygen-free oven located in our Master Sound Discrete DAC - Esoteric's in a dynamic and subtle way. External Input, D/D Conversion & USB Input In addition to the coaxial and optical inputs, the model also features a USB type-B port that captures the essence of music in -house factory incorporates some of the world's leading...
.... Consisting of 32 elements per channel, each other analog parts, such as soldering in an oxygen-free oven located in our Master Sound Discrete DAC - Esoteric's in a dynamic and subtle way. External Input, D/D Conversion & USB Input In addition to the coaxial and optical inputs, the model also features a USB type-B port that captures the essence of music in -house factory incorporates some of the world's leading...
eBrochure K-01XD SE / K-03XD SE
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... for audio equipment. K-01XD Super Audio CD/CD Player K-03XD Super Audio CD/CD Player Rear panel (common) Doube-face Reote control RC-1333 included (common) Playable Disc Types Super Audio CD, CD (including CD-R/CD-RW) Analog Audio Outputs: XLR/ES-LINK Analog ×1, RCA ×1 Digital Audio Outputs: XLR ×1, RCA ×1 Digital Audio Inputs: RCA ×1, Optical ×1, USB B ×1 Clock Input: BNC ×1 (10MHz, Sine wave 0.5 to 1.0Vrms) External Control Inputs: RS-232C ×1, 3.5mm Monaural mini ×1 (DC 12V, 55mA) Frequency Response*: 5Hz...
... for audio equipment. K-01XD Super Audio CD/CD Player K-03XD Super Audio CD/CD Player Rear panel (common) Doube-face Reote control RC-1333 included (common) Playable Disc Types Super Audio CD, CD (including CD-R/CD-RW) Analog Audio Outputs: XLR/ES-LINK Analog ×1, RCA ×1 Digital Audio Outputs: XLR ×1, RCA ×1 Digital Audio Inputs: RCA ×1, Optical ×1, USB B ×1 Clock Input: BNC ×1 (10MHz, Sine wave 0.5 to 1.0Vrms) External Control Inputs: RS-232C ×1, 3.5mm Monaural mini ×1 (DC 12V, 55mA) Frequency Response*: 5Hz...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... ON 120V SUPPLY. o Do not place any ventilation openings. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS English CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). o The mains plug is replaced with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any objects filled with a power supply cord that has a protective grounding connection. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED. The wide...
... ON 120V SUPPLY. o Do not place any ventilation openings. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS English CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). o The mains plug is replaced with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any objects filled with a power supply cord that has a protective grounding connection. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED. The wide...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... to rupture or leak leading to radio communications. o If the remote control is not used in a residential installation. Laser information This product contains a semiconductor laser system inside the cabinet and is not hazardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside the battery compartment and replace the batteries with Part.15 of FCC Rules. Laser: Type: Manufacturer: Laser output: Wavelength: RLD2WMFR1 ROHM Co.,Ltd. There...
... to rupture or leak leading to radio communications. o If the remote control is not used in a residential installation. Laser information This product contains a semiconductor laser system inside the cabinet and is not hazardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside the battery compartment and replace the batteries with Part.15 of FCC Rules. Laser: Type: Manufacturer: Laser output: Wavelength: RLD2WMFR1 ROHM Co.,Ltd. There...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... this ESOTERIC product. Included accessories Check to eliminate the gap. Before use 7 Notes about discs 8 Connections 9 Notes about the remote control 12 Remote control parts and functions 13 Main unit parts and functions 14 Display parts and functions 15 Playback 16 Selecting tracks 18 Playback modes 19 Repeat playback 20 Display 20 Dimmer 21 Changing the input source 21 Connecting with a computer and playing back audio files 22 Setting mode 24 Settings 1 25 Settings 2 27 MQA (Master Quality Authenticated 28 Troubleshooting 28 Specifications 31...
... this ESOTERIC product. Included accessories Check to eliminate the gap. Before use 7 Notes about discs 8 Connections 9 Notes about the remote control 12 Remote control parts and functions 13 Main unit parts and functions 14 Display parts and functions 15 Playback 16 Selecting tracks 18 Playback modes 19 Repeat playback 20 Display 20 Dimmer 21 Changing the input source 21 Connecting with a computer and playing back audio files 22 Setting mode 24 Settings 1 25 Settings 2 27 MQA (Master Quality Authenticated 28 Troubleshooting 28 Specifications 31...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... device outputting the clock signal to the clock input connector on this unit and signals input through this connector when not using it to this unit. XLR: XLR digital cable RCA: RCA coaxial digital cable o These connectors cannot output Super Audio CD digital audio. Connect it . 11 RCA: RCA coaxial digital cable OPTICAL: optical digital cable (TOS) E AC power inlet (~IN) Connect the included AC power cord to a computer's USB port. VDisconnect the power plug from CDs played on this port unless instructed to the digital output...
... device outputting the clock signal to the clock input connector on this unit and signals input through this connector when not using it to this unit. XLR: XLR digital cable RCA: RCA coaxial digital cable o These connectors cannot output Super Audio CD digital audio. Connect it . 11 RCA: RCA coaxial digital cable OPTICAL: optical digital cable (TOS) E AC power inlet (~IN) Connect the included AC power cord to a computer's USB port. VDisconnect the power plug from CDs played on this port unless instructed to the digital output...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... open /close the disc tray. e REPEAT button Use for track selection and program playback (pages 18 and 19). English Remote control parts and functions The ON and STANDBY buttons are not used in setting mode (page 24). a DISPLAY button During playback or when paused, press to search backward/forward. Press and hold to pause playback. i Pause (9) button Press to enter setting mode (page 24). Press and hold during playback to change the input source (page 21). f MODE button Press to start playback. h Play (7) button...
... open /close the disc tray. e REPEAT button Use for track selection and program playback (pages 18 and 19). English Remote control parts and functions The ON and STANDBY buttons are not used in setting mode (page 24). a DISPLAY button During playback or when paused, press to search backward/forward. Press and hold to pause playback. i Pause (9) button Press to enter setting mode (page 24). Press and hold during playback to change the input source (page 21). f MODE button Press to start playback. h Play (7) button...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... in use. During music CD playback or PCM signal input No indicator: The upconversion function is input. DSD DIRECT: If DSDF (DSD filter) is set to OFF CLK10M: Shown when CLK is shown (page 17). UPCONV DSD: The upconverter circuit will upconvert the signal before digital to analog conversion. f Message area The playback time and various messages appear here. 15 SACD: Super Audio CD CD: Audio CD o When a hybrid Super Audio CD...
... in use. During music CD playback or PCM signal input No indicator: The upconversion function is input. DSD DIRECT: If DSDF (DSD filter) is set to OFF CLK10M: Shown when CLK is shown (page 17). UPCONV DSD: The upconverter circuit will upconvert the signal before digital to analog conversion. f Message area The playback time and various messages appear here. 15 SACD: Super Audio CD CD: Audio CD o When a hybrid Super Audio CD...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... needing to make complicated settings. Depending on the computer, however, to use ESOTERIC HR Audio Player to play formats other operating systems cannot be able to select "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO DEVICE" as the audio output for the operating system. K-01XD: https://www.esoteric.jp/en/product/k-01xd/download K-03XD: https://www.esoteric.jp/en/product/k-03xd/download Note about installation and OS setting procedures, see "Selecting DSD decoding mode" in the ESOTERIC HR Audio Player Owner's Manual. 22 ESOTERIC HR Audio Player setting note To play...
... needing to make complicated settings. Depending on the computer, however, to use ESOTERIC HR Audio Player to play formats other operating systems cannot be able to select "ESOTERIC USB AUDIO DEVICE" as the audio output for the operating system. K-01XD: https://www.esoteric.jp/en/product/k-01xd/download K-03XD: https://www.esoteric.jp/en/product/k-03xd/download Note about installation and OS setting procedures, see "Selecting DSD decoding mode" in the ESOTERIC HR Audio Player Owner's Manual. 22 ESOTERIC HR Audio Player setting note To play...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... protect it from the selected input source for the set the automatic display darkening function to be used with pin 3 HOT. XLR2 Analog audio signals are output through the XLR connectors with compatible devices. o By default, the setting is 30m. matic power saving. o During Super Audio CD playback, this is left on auto- RCA The CD digital audio signal is output from the RCA DIGITAL OUT connector. 26 DPaOFF...
... protect it from the selected input source for the set the automatic display darkening function to be used with pin 3 HOT. XLR2 Analog audio signals are output through the XLR connectors with compatible devices. o By default, the setting is 30m. matic power saving. o During Super Audio CD playback, this is left on auto- RCA The CD digital audio signal is output from the RCA DIGITAL OUT connector. 26 DPaOFF...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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.... If you to it with new ones (page 12). A television or other devices with this unit's remote control might be caused by , for example, connecting another device to play back a CD or Super Audio CD. e Press the MODE button repeatedly to stream or download. e The use of the original master recording. e Load the disc correctly. The unit automatically turns off . Change the automatic power saving setting if necessary (page 26).
.... If you to it with new ones (page 12). A television or other devices with this unit's remote control might be caused by , for example, connecting another device to play back a CD or Super Audio CD. e Press the MODE button repeatedly to stream or download. e The use of the original master recording. e Load the disc correctly. The unit automatically turns off . Change the automatic power saving setting if necessary (page 26).
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... being input. Digital recording is noise. e No sound is output when playback is noise. This unit only supports 10MHz clock. Noticeable difference in clock sync mode. There is paused. Audio data might notice volume differences between CDs and Super Audio CDs. No sound is the result of the operating system. The sound is output. If this occurs, turn the unit off and wait about supported operating systems. Operation with this unit. Playback stopped working. This is output from...
... being input. Digital recording is noise. e No sound is output when playback is noise. This unit only supports 10MHz clock. Noticeable difference in clock sync mode. There is paused. Audio data might notice volume differences between CDs and Super Audio CDs. No sound is the result of the operating system. The sound is output. If this occurs, turn the unit off and wait about supported operating systems. Operation with this unit. Playback stopped working. This is output from...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... operating parts or lenses, resulting in memory. 1 Turn the unit off. This should enable normal playback. 30 Follow these procedures to restore the factory default settings and erase all changes in improper operation. Troubleshooting (continued) Restoring factory settings Settings are retained even if the power plug is located, for more than 30 seconds. 2 Press the POWER button while holding down the stop (8) button when "Setup CLR" (setup clear) appears on the display...
... operating parts or lenses, resulting in memory. 1 Turn the unit off. This should enable normal playback. 30 Follow these procedures to restore the factory default settings and erase all changes in improper operation. Troubleshooting (continued) Restoring factory settings Settings are retained even if the power plug is located, for more than 30 seconds. 2 Press the POWER button while holding down the stop (8) button when "Setup CLR" (setup clear) appears on the display...
1XD SE & K-03XD SE Owners Manual EN FR SP
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... be input (±10 ppm 10 MHz External control input RS-232C 1 Trigger (TRIG 1 (3.5mm mono mini jack) Input level 12 V, 55 mA General Power supply Model for Europe AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz Model for USA/Canada AC 120 V, 60 Hz Model for Korea AC 220 V, 60 Hz Model for remote control (AA) × 2 Felt pads × 3 Owner's manual (this Owner's Manual might differ slightly from production models. 31...
... be input (±10 ppm 10 MHz External control input RS-232C 1 Trigger (TRIG 1 (3.5mm mono mini jack) Input level 12 V, 55 mA General Power supply Model for Europe AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz Model for USA/Canada AC 120 V, 60 Hz Model for Korea AC 220 V, 60 Hz Model for remote control (AA) × 2 Felt pads × 3 Owner's manual (this Owner's Manual might differ slightly from production models. 31...