Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Content Introduction...................4 Stereo192-DSD-DAC Black Preamp Version........5 Stereo192-DSD-DAC Silver Preamp Version........6 Stereo192-DSD-DAC Black Mastering Version.........7 Front Panel..................8 Rear Panel..................9 Quick Start – USB1.1..............10 Main Menu...................11 Quick View..................11 LED View...................12 Operation....................13 Inputs....................13 Sync....................13...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Stereo192-DSD-DAC Black Preamp Version (part # St192-DSD-DAC-B-P) This hardware version is intended for both computer audiophile playback and mastering/professional audio monitoring. A pair of unbalanced analog inputs can be selected in addition to all available digital inputs. As with the other inputs, it can be routed via the analog stepped attenuator to both main outputs and headphones.
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Stereo192-DSD-DAC Silver Preamp Version (part # St192-DSD-DAC-S-P) This version is intended for computer audiophiles who prefer a minimalistic look with not too many lights. A pair of unbalanced analog inputs can be selected in addition to all available digital inputs.
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Stereo192-DSD-DAC Black Mastering Version (part # St192-DSD-DAC-B-M) This version is intended for mastering engineers involved in downloadable DSD and SACD mastering/remastering and for general professional use. A pair of BNC SDIF DSD inputs allows digital transfers from existing DSD recording equipment and professional SACD players to the computer’s...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Rear Panel SPDIF AES IN OUT L OUT R USB 1.1 TOSLINK IN USB 2.0 WWW.MYTEKDIGITAL.COM www.mytekdigital.com Page: 9/33...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Quick Start – USB1.1 1. Connect the Analog Outputs to your powered speakers/amplifier. Balanced connections (XLR) are typically for professional audio equipment while unbalanced connections (RCA) are typically for consumer audio equipment.
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Main Menu Quick View Menu Input Options When upsampling are the is enabled, it will default automatically turn value. on for PCM and off for DSD. Upsampling Filters Volume Control...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual LED View USB1 Input Menu Int 44.1 USB2 *USB1 Input Sync Only Int 48.0 Fire *USB2 Internal Sync Only Int 88.2 SP DIF *FireWire Internal Sync Only Options Int 96.0 When upsampling Int 176 .4...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Operation Inputs USB 1.1 USB 2.0 FireWire – S/PDIF AES/EBU Toslink ADAT Analog SDIF Sync Internal Sync – Input Sync – Word Clock – www.mytekdigital.com Page: 13/33...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Up-sampling Filters Sharp – Slow – 50kHz LPF – 60kHz LPF – 70kHz LPF – Volume Control Analog – Digital – Bypass – Volume Trim www.mytekdigital.com Page: 14/33...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Function Buttons The two buttons, FN1 and FN2, are user programmable switches. Each button's function is set by choosing it in the menu. The following options are available: Input – This will bring up the input selection menu.
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Driver Installation Windows - FireWire 1. Download the latest FireWire driver from http://www.mytekdigital.com/download_library 2. Unzip the archive. Most operating systems have this functionality built-in. 3. The installation file is located within binary > install > win >...
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 4. Advance the dialogues to install the driver. If a Windows Security dialogue comes up asking to install the driver, click Install. www.mytekdigital.com Page: 17/33...
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 5. Once the installation is complete, restart your computer. 6. Once you are back in the operating system, connect the converter to the computer using FireWire and turn the unit on.
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 8. Set the Stereo192DAC as the default playback device in the sound properties panel (Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Manage audio devices) The driver should now be properly installed and functioning. Set the input on the unit to FireWire and you should now be able to hear playback from your computer.
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 3. Once you unzip it, a folder called “binary” will appear. The Disc Image (.dmg) file is inside binary > install > osx > release. 4. Double click MytekDiceDrv.dmg to mount it.
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 6. Advance the dialogues to install the driver. Once completed, you should restart the computer. 7. Now that the driver is installed, you will need to place the control panel in the applications folder. The control panel can be found in binary >...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 9. Now set the Stereo192DAC as the default playback device in Audio preferences under System Preferences The driver should now be properly installed and functioning. Set the input on the unit to FireWire and you should now be able to hear playback from your computer.
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 2. Unzip the archive. Most operating systems have this functionality built in. 3. Inside the unzipped folder you will find setup.exe. Double click this file to start the installation. www.mytekdigital.com...
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 4. Advance the dialogues to install the driver. If any Windows Security dialogues pop up, click Install. www.mytekdigital.com Page: 24/33...
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 5. At the end of the installation, you will be asked to connect the device and power it on. Restart your computer. The driver should now be properly installed and functioning. Set...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Mac - USB 2.0 1. Download the latest USB 2.0 driver from http://www.mytekdigital.com/download_library 2. Double click the DMG file to mount it as a disk. It will open a window with the contents.
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Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual 5. Once the installation is complete, click close. Restart your computer. The driver should now be properly installed and functioning. Set the unit as the default output device under Sound in System Preferences and set the input on the unit to USB2 and you should now be able to hear playback from your computer.
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Firmware Update Internal User Adjustments 115V 230V analog input Default Bypass www.mytekdigital.com Page: 28/33...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Signal Flow Capacitor Bypass Jumper Analog Input Input Selector Digital In 32 Bit Sabre USB1 XLR Out L USB2 Analog 8 Mono > Analog Output Fader Stage 2 Stereo XLR Out R...
Mytek Stereo 192-DSD Digital to Analog Converter – User Manual Warranty This Stereo192-DSD digital audio converter is warranted by Mytek to the original purchaser against defects in workmanship and materials used in manufacture for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Faults due to customer misuse, unauthorized modifications or accidents are not covered by this warranty.
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