TOPPING Centaurus User Manual

1. Introduzzjoni

Thank you for choosing the TOPPING Centaurus Fully Balanced R2R DAC. This manual provides detailed instructions for the proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your device. Please read this manual thoroughly before use to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your product.

The Centaurus is engineered to deliver exceptional audio fidelity, featuring an 8-channel resistor array network for independent PCM and DSD decoding, advanced PEQ capabilities, and versatile connectivity options including Bluetooth LDAC support.

2. Informazzjoni dwar is-Sigurtà

• Provvista tal-Enerġija: Uża biss l-adapter tal-enerġija speċifikat. Kun żgur li l-volumtage jaqbel mar-rekwiżiti tar-reġjun tiegħek.
• Ventilazzjoni: Timblokkax il-fetħiet tal-ventilazzjoni. Kun żgur li jkun hemm fluss tal-arja adegwat madwar l-apparat biex tevita li jisħon iżżejjed.
• Umdità: Keep the device away from water, moisture, and high humidity environments. Do not operate with wet hands.
• Tindif: Skonnettja l-provvista tal-enerġija qabel it-tindif. Uża drapp artab u niexef. Tużax prodotti tat-tindif likwidi jew aerosol.
• Servizzi: Tippruvax isservi dan il-prodott int stess. Irreferi l-manutenzjoni kollha lil persunal tas-servizz kwalifikat.
• Pjazzament: Place the device on a stable, level surface. Avoid placing it near heat sources or in direct sunlight.

3. Kontenut tal-Pakkett

Jekk jogħġbok iċċekkja l-pakkett għall-oġġetti li ġejjin:

• TOPPING Centaurus DAC Unit
• Gwida Quick Start
• Kejbil tal-Enerġija
• Cable USB
• Antenna Bluetooth

4. Karatteristiċi tal-prodott

• Fully Balanced R2R DAC: Features an 8-channel resistor array network for superior audio fidelity with independent PCM and DSD decoding.
• Customizable Listening Modes: Switch between NOS (Non-Oversampling), OS (Oversampling), and Best Modes to tailor the sound to your preference.
• 10-Band PEQ Adjustment: Fine-tune frequencies with an advanced PEQ algorithm, allowing you to adjust sound profiles and save multiple settings.
• Wireless LDAC Bluetooth Connectivity: Stream high-quality audio wirelessly, supporting LDAC, aptX-Adaptive, and other codecs, delivering performance up to 96kHz/24bit.
• Aurora UI with Touch Interface: Enjoy effortless control with a 2.0-inch color screen and touch buttons, offering 9 customizable background colors and intuitive navigation.
• Ultra-Low Jitter Performance: Advanced CPLD clock processing achieves jitter rejection as low as -150dB, ensuring distortion-free sound.
• Plug-and-Play USB Compatibility: Seamlessly works with PC and other platforms, supporting up to PCM768kHz/32bit and DSD512.
• Flexible Output Options: Equipped with RCA and XLR outputs for versatile integration into any audio system.

5. Prodott Aktarview

5.1 Panel ta 'Quddiem

The front panel features the power/selection button, a 2.0-inch color display, and navigation buttons for menu control.

Figura 1: Quddiem view of the TOPPING Centaurus DAC, showing the power/selection button, display, and navigation controls.

Figura 2: Dettaljat view of the Centaurus front panel, highlighting the display and control buttons.

5.2 Panel ta 'wara

The rear panel provides all input and output connections, including balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA, IIS-LVDS, Coaxial, Optical, USB, AES, Bluetooth antenna port, and power input.

Figure 3: Rear panel connections of the TOPPING Centaurus DAC, showing XLR, RCA, IIS-LVDS, Coaxial, Optical, USB, AES, and power inputs.

5.3 Arkitettura Interna

The Centaurus features a fully balanced 8-channel R2R architecture, utilizing a complex programmable logic device (CPLD) for precise clock processing and ultra-low jitter performance.

Figure 4: Close-up of the Altera MAX II CPLD chip, central to the Centaurus's low-jitter performance.

6. Setup

6.1 Konnessjonijiet Inizjali

1. Qawwa: Connect the provided power cable to the AC input on the rear panel and then to a suitable power outlet.
2. Output Awdjo: Connect the Centaurus to your amplifier or active speakers using either the balanced XLR outputs or the unbalanced RCA outputs. Ensure correct left and right channel connections.
3. Input Diġitali: Choose your preferred digital input source (USB, Optical, Coaxial, IIS-LVDS, or AES) and connect the corresponding cable from your source device to the Centaurus.
4. Antenna Bluetooth: If using Bluetooth, screw the provided Bluetooth antenna onto the BT connector on the rear panel.

6.2 Mixgħul

Press the power/selection button on the front panel to turn on the device. The display will illuminate, indicating the current input and settings.

7. Istruzzjonijiet Operattivi

7.1 Għażla tal-Input

Use the power/selection button to cycle through available input sources (USB, Optical, Coaxial, IIS-LVDS, AES, Bluetooth). The selected input will be displayed on the screen.

7.2 Kontroll tal-Volum

Use the Up and Down navigation buttons on the front panel to adjust the output volume. The volume level will be shown on the display.

7.3 Listening Modes (NOS/OS/Best)

The Centaurus offers three distinct listening modes: NOS (Non-Oversampling), OS (Oversampling), and Best Mode. These modes can be selected via the menu to customize the sound signature to your preference.

7.4 10-Band PEQ Adjustment

The Centaurus features a 10-band Parametric Equalizer (PEQ) for precise sound customization. Access the PEQ settings through the menu to adjust frequency bands, gain, and Q-factor. Multiple PEQ profiles can be saved and recalled.

Figure 5: The 10-band PEQ adjustment interface, allowing detailed sound customization.

Figure 6: Software interface for precise PEQ adjustments, including target and filtered response curves.

7.5 Konnettività Bluetooth

To connect via Bluetooth, select the Bluetooth input. The device will enter pairing mode. Fittex għal 'TOPPING Centaurus' on your source device and connect. The Centaurus supports high-resolution codecs like LDAC and aptX-Adaptive.

Figure 7: Demonstrating Bluetooth connectivity with a smartphone and the Centaurus DAC.

7.6 Daqq tal-Awdjo tal-USB

Connect your PC or other compatible device to the USB input. The Centaurus is plug-and-play for most operating systems. For Windows ASIO applications, a dedicated driver may be required (refer to the TOPPING websit għad-downloads).

Figure 8: USB compatibility with various operating systems, showing the Centaurus recognized as an audio device.

7.7 IIS Input

The IIS-LVDS input is a customized digital audio transmission interface, supporting ultra-high specifications up to PCM768kHz/32bit and DSD512 native. Ensure your source device's IIS interface matches the Centaurus's definition.

Figura 9: Dettaljat view of the IIS-LVDS input, designed for high-specification digital audio transmission.

7.8 Realistic Reproduction

The Centaurus DAC is designed for exceptional music reproduction, faithfully rendering every note and nuance with extremely low distortion (THD+N < 0.0005%).

Figure 10: Performance graphs illustrating the high Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) and Dynamic Noise Ratio (DNR) of the Centaurus.

Vidjo 1: Wirja uffiċjali tal-vidjo tal-prodottasing the TOPPING Centaurus Fully Balanced 8-Channel R2R DAC, highlighting its design and features.

8. Manutenzjoni

• Tindif: Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth to wipe the exterior of the device. Avoid abrasive materials or chemical cleaners.
• Trab: Regularly remove dust from ventilation openings using a soft brush or compressed air.
• Ħażna: Jekk se taħżen l-apparat għal perjodu estiż, skonnettjah mill-elettriku u aħżnu f'post frisk u niexef.

9 Issolvi l-problemi

10. Speċifikazzjonijiet

11. Garanzija u Appoġġ

For warranty information, technical support, and driver downloads, please visit the official TOPPING webis-sit jew ikkuntattja lin-negozjant awtorizzat tiegħek. Żomm l-irċevuta tax-xiri tiegħek bħala prova tax-xiri għal talbiet ta' garanzija.

Riżorsi onlajn: www.topping.audio