Wadia Digital, LLC. 2 Chambers Street Binghamton, New York 13903-2699 321decoding computer Owner’s Manual Phone: 607-723-3539 Fax: 607-724-0549 www.wadia.
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3.
Battery Installation and Replacement Approved Lithium Batteries Brand IEC No. ANSI/NEDA No. Energizer 1 CR2032 5004LC1 Panasonic CR2032(PA/1B)1 5004LC1 CR Lithium Coin Cells contain Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. For additional information go to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazaedous waste/perchlorate/index.cfm 1 Access to the recessed battery compartment is located on the Rear of the Remote Control. Refer to figure 1.
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General Information and Connector Information General Information 1. For additional connection information, refer to the owner’s manual(s) for any component(s) connected to the 321decoding computer. 2. The Main AC Power going to the 321 and any other Wadia Component(s) should not be applied until all the system components are connected together. Failure to do so could result in malfunctioning of some or all of the system’s normal operations.
Introduction and Performance Features Introduction The Wadia 321 Decoding Computer is one of the finest Digital to Analog Processors ever created with connections for digital sources including USB. The 321 Outputs have the ability to drive multiple components. The 321 reproduction is sonically transparent and absolutely accurate. The Wadia Sound is “The Sound of the Music Itself.
Dimensions Dimensions The following dimensions can assist in determining the best location for your 321. There is additional information on the next page pertaining to installing the 321 into cabinets. Front View of the 321 17-7/8" 45.4cm 2-7/8" 7.3cm 3-3/8" 8.6cm Side View of the 321 17-7/8" 45.4cm Rear View of the 321 16-7/16" 41.8cm 17-7/8" 45.4cm 16-7/16" 41.
Installation Installation The 321 is designed to be placed upright on a table or shelf, standing on its feet. The required ventilation requirements are shown. Always provide adequate ventilation for your 321. Cool operation ensures the longest possible operating life for any electronic instrument. Do not install the 321 directly above a heat generating device, such as a Power Amplifier. Allow at least 2 inches (5.1cm) above the top, 5/8 inches (1.6cm) below the bottom and 1 inch (2.
Rear Panel Connections Connect the Wadia 321 power cord to a live AC outlet.
Connecting to a Preamplifier Connecting to a Preamplifier There are two different ways the 321 may be operated in an audio system. The first way is as a Digital to Analog Converter with Input Switching. The Audio Output of the 321 is connected to an Analog Input on the Preamplifier (Integrated Amplifier or Receiver). Follow the instructions and diagram on this page. The second way is as the Main Audio Preamplifier connected directly to a Power Amplifier, follow instructions on the next page.
Connecting to a Power Amplifier Connecting to a Power Amplifer The 321 may also be used as the Main Audio Preamplifier connected directly to a Power Amplifier. Folow the connection instructions below and diagram on this page. This is an example of a typical audio system. Your system may vary from this, however the actual components would be connected in a similar manner. For additional information refer to “Connector and Cable Information” on page 5. POWER AMPLIFIER Notes: 1.
Remote Control Push-Buttons Press MODE to switch power On or Off to the 321 Press DISPLAY to adjust brightness of the 321 Front Panel Display Press PHASE to change the phase of the Outputs Connections Steps thru the Digital Inputs (1 - 5) for source selection Mutes the audio Press the (+) or (-) to adjust the Volume Level Up or Down Note: Push-buttons whose function is not identified above are for use with other Wadia Products.
Front Panel Displays, Controls, Push-buttons and Jack Front Panel DISPLAY indicates the Source, Sampling Frequency, Volume Level Percentage, Phase, Operational Functions and Setup Mode Settings INPUT Control allows the selection of digital sources (1 - 5) for decoding Increases the Volume Level SETUP Push-button with indicator, activates the Setup Mode for changing operational settings STANDBY/ON Push-button with indicator, switches the 321 ON or OFF (Standby) Decreases the Volume Level 13
Setup How to Operate the Setup Mode Default Settings Your Wadia 321 has been factory configured allowing for immediate enjoyment of superb audio. If you wish to make changes to the factory default settings, a Setup Feature is provided to customize the operation by using the Front Panel Information Display. Refer to the 321 Front Panel Illustration on the previous page while performing the following steps.
How to Operate the 321 How to Operate the 321 Power On and Off The Red LED above the STANDBY/ON Push-button lights to indicate the 321 is in Standby mode. To switch ON the 321, press the STANDBY/ON Pushbutton on the Front Panel or the MODE (Power On) Push-button on the Remote Control. The 321 will go through a brief startup initialization with the Front Panel Display indicating the last used Input Source and Volume Level Setting. Refer to figures 50, 53, and 56.
the computer and select the USB Drive with the Media Playback Program. The 321 USB Input is compatible with PC Computers using Microsoft® Windows® Vista (SP2), Windows 7 (SP1) and Windows 8 (SP1). It is also compatible with Apple® Macintosh® Computers using OS-10.9 Mavericks or later. When using a PC Computer with Windows, a special Wadia USB Audio Software Driver needs to be installed on the PC Computer. The driver needs to be installed before connecting the 321 USB Input to the USB Port on the computer.
How to Operate the 321, con’t Windows Sound Settings For proper operation of the McIntosh Product via the Computer USB Connection, it is required to make changes to Windows Sound Settings: 1. Click on the “WADIA ICON” (located in the Windows notification area on the right side of the taskbar) or click on the Wiondows “Show hidden icons”, then select the “WADIA ICON”. Refer to figures 11, 12 and 13. 2. Right mouse button click to bring up the menu and then select the “Sound and Audio....”.
How to Operate the 321, con’t Wadia USB Audio Driver Operation Control Panel Settings The 321 USB Control Panel allows changes to be made from the default settings. These include Latency, Sample Rate and Audio Stream Input Output (ASIO) Control. Refer to figure 18. It would be an appropriate choice when using a playback program like Windows Media Player. If a third party program for music playback is ASIO compliant then check the box.
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Specifications Audio Specifications Frequency Response +/-0.5dB from 4Hz to 20,000Hz +0.5/-3dB from 4Hz to 68,000Hz (Source dependent) Total Harmonic Distortion 0.002% Variable Output level 0 - 4.0Vrms Unbalanced 0- 8.0Vrms Balanced Signal To Noise Ratio (A-Weighted) 110dB Dynamic Range 100dB Output Impedance 600 ohms Unbalanced and Balanced Digital Audio Specifications General Specifications Digital Input Format SPDIF (PCM1) Power Requirements Field AC Voltage conversion of the 321 is not possible.
Packing Instructions Packing Instructions In the event it is necessary to repack the equipment for shipment, the equipment must be packed exactly as shown below. It is very important to ensure the proper equipment location between the bottom and top foam pads. Failure to do this will result in shipping damage. Use the original shipping carton and interior parts only if they are all in good serviceable condition.
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