Features • Solder-free EEPROM: Upgrades your Essence One with native Direct-Stream Digital (DSD) support via DSD over PCM (DoP) (DSD64 Only) • Two additional op-amps for easy audial customization For more information, visit ASUS official website www.asus.com. Package Contents DSD Upgrade EEPROM x1 Op-Amps (2 pcs) If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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To avoid reversion, make sure that Pin 1 is at the lower left corner when the bracket is on your left-hand side. Pick up an Op-Amp with an IC clamp vertically upward to avoid bending. ASUS Op-Amp Swap Guide E9167_DSD Kit_QSG.indd 3 2014/3/28 9:00:40...
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Front Panel Rear Panel Push the power connector on the rear panel to remove the machine bed (including the PCB board and power module) from the machine housing like a drawer. ASUS Op-Amp Swap Guide E9167_DSD Kit_QSG.indd 4 2014/3/28 9:00:40...
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Place the new Op-Amp vertically downward in the socket and avoid touching other components. Press the Op-Amp firmly with the end tips of the clamp until it is completely seated in the socket. ASUS Op-Amp Swap Guide E9167_DSD Kit_QSG.indd 5 2014/3/28 9:00:41...
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NJRC – Muse01 NJRC – Muse02 Wide sound stage, bright with dynamics NJRC – Muse01 NJRC – 8820 Great separation and detail NJRC – Muse01 ADI – 827SQ Airy, detailed, punchy with dynamics ASUS Op-Amp Swap Guide E9167_DSD Kit_QSG.indd 6 2014/3/28 9:00:41...
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Recommended Op-Amp List Brand Model name LME49860 LME49720NA LM4562NA OPA2111 OPA2132 OPA2107 OP275 AD823 AD827SQ NJRC MUSE01 NJRC MUSE02 NJRC Muse8820 NJRC Muse8920 ASUS Op-Amp Swap Guide E9167_DSD Kit_QSG.indd 7 2014/3/28 9:00:41...