TOPPING E50 II Hi-Res Audio DAC User Manual

1. Introduzzjoni

The TOPPING E50 II is a high-resolution audio Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) designed to deliver exceptional sound quality for various audio setups. Featuring an AK4497S DAC chip, app control, DSD512/PCM768kHz support, LDAC Bluetooth, and a 10-band parametric equalizer, the E50 II offers versatile performance for both home and professional audio environments. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your device.

2. Informazzjoni dwar is-Sigurtà

• Tiżżarmax jew timmodifikax l-apparat. Modifiki mhux awtorizzati jistgħu jannullaw il-garanzija u joħolqu riskji għas-sigurtà.
• Evita li tesponi l-apparat għall-ilma, umdità, jew temperaturi estremi.
• Use only the specified power adapter (5V DC) to prevent damage.
• Żgura ventilazzjoni xierqa madwar l-apparat biex tevita sħana żejda.
• Żomm l-apparat 'il bogħod minn kampi manjetiċi qawwija.
• Skonnettja l-apparat waqt maltempati bis-sajjetti jew meta ma jintużax għal perjodi twal.

3. Kontenut tal-Pakkett

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

• TOPPING E50 II DAC Unit
• Gwida Quick Start
• Cable USB
• Adapter tal-Enerġija (5V DC)
• Antenna Bluetooth
• Kontroll mill-bogħod

4. Prodott Aktarview

4.1 Panel ta 'Quddiem

The front panel features a display screen and a multi-function button for power and selection.

Figura 4.1: Quddiem view of the TOPPING E50 II DAC, showing the display and control button.

4.2 Panel ta 'wara

The rear panel provides various input and output connections for audio sources and ampliifikaturi.

Figura 4.2: Wara view of the TOPPING E50 II DAC, displaying balanced TRS outputs, unbalanced RCA outputs, coaxial input, optical input, USB-C data input, USB-C power input, and Bluetooth antenna connector.

4.3 Karatteristiċi ewlenin

• Kontroll tal-App Smartphone: Seamless integration with the TOPPING Home app for real-time control of inputs, outputs, EQ, and volume.
• Premium AK4497S DAC Performance: Equipped with AKM AK4497S VELVET SOUND DAC chip for detailed and immersive sound.
• DAC & Preamp Modi: Switchable modes with RCA and TRS outputs, selectable output levels, and remote control support.
• Flagship High-Resolution USB Audio: XMOS XU316 supports DSD64–DSD512 (Native) and PCM up to 768kHz/32-bit.
• Advanced 10-Band PEQ Tuning: High-precision parametric EQ with independent left/right channel control via TOPPING software.
• Dual-Format Optical & Smart Detection: FPGA-based intelligent optical input automatically detects S/PDIF and ADAT formats (44.1kHz–192kHz).
• Ultra-Low Jitter Digital Architecture: FPGA + PLL TopSync circuit with JitterNull technology for suppressed jitter.
• Hi-Res Wireless Bluetooth Audio: Qualcomm QCC5125 enables LDAC, aptX Adaptive/HD, AAC, and SBC for up to 96kHz/24-bit streaming.

5. Setup

5.1 Konnessjoni tal-Enerġija

1. Connect the provided USB power adapter to the USB-C POWER port on the rear panel of the E50 II.
2. Ipplaggja l-adapter tal-enerġija f'sokit tal-ħajt adattat.

5.2 Konnessjonijiet tal-Input

The E50 II supports multiple digital audio inputs:

• Input USB: Connect your computer or other USB audio source to the USB-C DATA port using a USB cable.
• Input koassjali: Connect a coaxial digital audio source to the COAXIAL port.
• Input ottiku: Connect an optical digital audio source to the OPTICAL port.
• Input Bluetooth: Screw the Bluetooth antenna onto the BT connector on the rear panel. Enable Bluetooth on your source device and pair with "E50 II".

5.3 Konnessjonijiet ta' Output

The E50 II offers both balanced and unbalanced analog outputs:

• Balanced Outputs (TRS): Connect to balanced inputs of an amplifier or active speakers using 6.35mm TRS cables.
• Unbalanced Outputs (RCA): Connect to unbalanced inputs of an amplifier or active speakers using RCA cables.

Figura 5.3: Close-up of the rear panel showing the balanced TRS and unbalanced RCA output options, allowing connection to various audio systems.

6. Operazzjoni

6.1 Kontrolli Bażiċi

• Power On/Off: Press and hold the front panel button to power the device on or off.
• Għażla tal-Input: Short press the front panel button to cycle through available inputs (USB, Coaxial, Optical, Bluetooth).
• Kontroll tal-Volum: If in Preamp mode, use the remote control to adjust the volume.

6.2 App Control (TOPPING Home)

The TOPPING E50 II can be controlled via the TOPPING Home smartphone app, offering comprehensive settings adjustments.

Figura 6.2.2: A smartphone screen displaying the TOPPING Home app interface, showing options for volume control, input settings, output settings, and advanced configurations for the E50 II.

6.3 Parametric Equalizer (PEQ)

The E50 II features a 10-band high-precision parametric equalizer. This can be configured via the TOPPING software (accessible through the app or a dedicated computer application) to fine-tune the frequency response. You can adjust frequency bands, gain, and Q factor independently for left and right channels, save user profiles, and import target curves.

Figura 6.3: A screenshot of the 10-band parametric equalizer interface, showing adjustable frequency, gain, and Q factor settings for precise audio customization.

6.4 DAC and Preamp Modi

The E50 II can operate in two modes:

• Modalità DAC: The device outputs a fixed line-level signal, suitable for connecting to a dedicated preamplifier jew integrat ampaktar ħaj.
• Preamp Modalità: The device provides variable volume control, allowing it to directly drive a power amplifier or active speakers. This mode can be selected via the app or device settings.

7. Manutenzjoni

• Naddaf l-apparat b'ċarruta ratba u niexfa. Tużax prodotti tat-tindif likwidi jew materjali li joborxu.
• Kun żgur li l-konnessjonijiet kollha huma siguri u ħielsa mit-trab.
• Aħżen l-apparat f'post frisk u niexef meta ma jkunx qed jintuża.

8 Issolvi l-problemi

9. Speċifikazzjonijiet

10. Garanzija u Appoġġ

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official TOPPING webis-sit. Id-dettalji ta' kuntatt għas-servizz tal-konsumatur tipikament ikunu pprovduti fuq is-sit tal-manifattur webis-sit jew fil-gwida ta' bidu rapidu.