Cayin iDAP-6 User manual

User Manual
HIFI DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYER i DAP-6
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i DAP-6 HIFI DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYER

We want to thank you sincerely for choosing iDAP-6 High Fidelity Digital Audio
Player. We have prepared this user manual to help you understand the features
and get familiar with the operation of the DAC. We suggest all customers read
through this manual before they start to use the device.
Attention
uPlease make sure the serial number on the package, chassis and warranty card
are intact and identical. In case of damage, missing or tempered on warranty card
or serial number, Cayin reserves the right to refuse warranty service for the
machine.
uAll rights reserved. Reproduction, translation or adoption of iDAP-6
documentations and/or system firmware is prohibited without written approval
from Cayin.
uThe user manual is a documentation of the product based on the specification at
the time of print. Cayin reserves the right to change product specification
without prior notice.
Package Content
Please examine the product package before you open it, the package should be
free from any physical damage or water stain. You should find the following items
when you open the package:
1. iDAP - 6 High Fidelity Digital Audio Player (1 unit)
2. Quick User Guide (1 copy)
3. Replacement Fuss (2 units)
4. Warranty Card (1 copy)
5. Power Cord (1 piece)
6. WiFi/Bluetooth Antenna (1 piece)
Attention: the product package should include only the items in the list.
Please fill in the warranty card and mail to your local agent or Cayin's Sales
Department, we shall provide comprehensive after sales service in the future.
We recommend you to keep the package and protection material, this will be
most convenient if you need to re-package the product in the future.
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Design Features
uDesktop network player that can supports all common digital file formats: DSF,
DFF, SACD-ISO, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAV, APE, WMA, MP3, AAC, OGG
uPCM supports upto 32Bit/384kHz, DSD supports upto DSD256 with I2S, upto
DoP128 with USB and DoP64 on other digital interface
uComprehensive digital output options: USB, I2S, AES/EBU, Coaxial, Optical.
uCan plug in SD card (upto 256GB) and USB storage (upto 2TB) directly
uThree USB ports in total, all of them can be hot plugged for USB Audio or USB
storage
uMulti-lingua custom designed UI through 3.95” AMOLED screen, display Album
Art, music information and control menu in a clear and effective presentation.
uSupport file sharing through Ethernet or WiFi connection, can communicate with
large variety of networked devices through Samba, DLNA and Airplay
uTransmit or receive through dual Bluetooth v4.1, support Bluetooth remote
control profile.
uAdopts aluminum alloy shell and panel, sandblasting treatment, simple fashion,
and effectively shielding outer interference.
uThe high performance linear power supply system based on in-house designed
premium grade toroidal transformer with low magnetic leakage and high power
efficiency.
uSolid chassis with aluminum alloy and sand blast finishing, can eliminate exterior
interference effectively.
uFashionable design, compact and minimal, can easily blend into SOHO or
household environment.

Front Panel Functional Descr
Diagram 1: iDAP-6 Front Panel illustrationiption
1. Standby On/Off
uTurn on or put the player into standby: hold the button to turn on the player (at
standby status) or enter standby mode (at regular operation status)
uWhen the screen is on, click the button once to turn off the screen, and click
again to turn the screen back on.
uNote: The Main power supply of the player is located at the back panel, you
need to turn on the power switch before you can start up the player.
2. SD Card Slot
3. Power Indicator
uIndicator flashing: in the process of initialization.
uIndicator always on: player is ready for regular operation.
4. USB Port
Support USB flash drive, card reader and mobile HDD.
5. Return
Click to return to previous menu; hold 2 second to return to main menu.
6. OLED display
Display control and playback information of the player
7. MENU/Enter button
Turn clockwise to select next (right or down) menu items, ant-clockwise to select
previous (left and upper) menu item. Push the button once to confirm your menu
selection or enter next menu.
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At the playlist screen, rotate to select a song and push the button once to start
playback.
At the Playback screen you can rotate the knob to highlight a control icon (previous,
play/pause, next, playlist, my favorite etc) at the bottom of the screen and then push
the button once to activate the action. Hold the button for 2 second will always go
back to the Home Screen.
Rear Panel Functional Description
1. Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth Antenna Socket
Please install the Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth antenna into the socket before using the
player.
2. Reset
If the system behaves abnormally, you can use a non-metallic pin (e.g.toothpick)
to trigger the reset button inside the reset hole (hold on about 3-5 seconds), the
system will reboot and resume.
3. LAN and USB port
LAN port connects the player to local area network;When plug in thumb drive,
card reader or USB HDD, they will be recognized as OTG storage devices.
Alternatively, you can connect USB DAC to these ports and enable the USB Audio
output function of iDAP-6.
4. I²S Output (HDMI port)
The output terminal is built for forthcoming Cayin DAC with I²S input. We cannot
guarantee it will compatible with I²S input of other DAC.
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5. Optical Output
This output is suitable for DAC with optical input.
6. Coaxial Output (RCA)
This output is suitable for DAC with coaxial input.
7. Coaxial Output (BNC)
This output is suitable for DAC with coaxial input.
8. AES/EBU Output (XLR)
This output is suitable for DAC with AES/EBU input.
uNote:
To ensure system will perform satisfactory, we recommend you to use proper
digital audio cable that meets required specification when connect iDAP-6 to
digital audio equipment.
uImportant Note:
a. Please select “I²S” from “Output Selection” of “Music Setting” before you use
the I²S (HDMI) output of IDAP-6
b. Please select “S/P” from “Output Selection” of “Music Setting” before you use
the optical, coaxial (RCA and BNC) and AES/EBU output of IDAP-6.
c. USB and S/PDIF output are mutually exclusive, connecting USB Audio device
to iDAP-6 will disable S/PDIF and I²S output automatically.
9. Power input connector
Connect to AC Power supply.
Please make sure the AC voltage of your local power supply match the voltage
information printed on the back panel before you power up the player.
10. FUSE.
If in case you need to change the fuse, please use replacement fuse with same
specification as the original. (The player is equipped with 2 spare fuse).
11. Main Power Supply
Switch the main power supply to "On" position will turn on the Player.
uTips:
If you are not going to use the player for a while, we recommend you to turn off the
main power supply.

uNote:
Please make sure the AC voltage of your local power supply match the voltage
information printed on the back panel before you power up the player. Incorrect
input voltage setting will cause damage to the machine or might even lead to
serious household accident, Cayin reserves the right to refuse service or
responsibility on related instances.
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Preparation
1. Connect Power source
Please make sure the AC voltage of your local power supply match the voltage
information printed on the back panel before you plug in a power cord and connect
to a AC power outlet.
2. System Connection
The system connection diagram illustrates how iDAP-6 connects with iDAC-6.
You can select the required connection according to your actual need.
(1) Connecting Digital Audio Cable
uIf you want to use RCA output of the player, you need to connect 75Ω coaxial
digital cable to coaxial RCA or BNC input of DAC.
uIf you want to use BNC output of the player, you need to connect 75Ω coaxial
digital cable to coaxial RCA or BNC input of DAC.
uIf you want to use AES/EBU output of the player, you need to connect 110Ω
coaxial digital cable to AES/EBU input of DAC.
uIf you want to use Optical output of the player, you need to connect optical
digital cable to Optical/Toslink input of DAC.
uIf you want to use I²S (HDMI) output of the player, you need to connect short
(1 meter or less) high quality HDMI cable to I²S input of DAC.
(2) Connecting Ethernet Network
uWhen connected to an Ethernet Network, iDAP-6 can playback music files
shared within a LAN or receive pushed music from DLNA or Airplay.
uPlease connect Ethernet cable from RJ-45 port in rear panel to one of the LAN
connection port of your router. The music files stored on the NAS or other
networked device should also be connected to other LAN port of this router.
(3) Connecting Wireless Network
uWhen connected to an WiFi Network, iDAP-6 can playback music files shared
within a LAN or receive pushed music from DLNA or Airplay.
uTurn on the WiFi feature at Network Setting menu, activate the Searching
WiFi on the menu and selected the best WiFi singal from your Router.
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Basic Operation
Please make sure the AC voltage of your local power supply match the voltage
information printed on the back panel and make sure all equipment are connected
correctly.
1. Startup Operation
uTurn on the power switch on rear panel, the player will power up and enter
standby mode.
uHold on the front panel power button, and its indicator light will turn on, and the
screen will display startup logo as below:
2. Main Menu
The Player enters main menu after startup and display five functional icons.
Rotate MENU button to select the desired icon and push MENU button once to
enter, the player will display the options available in each menu.
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(1) Music Library
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Music Library
Local Storage Music, Network Music, Update Music Library
Music Category
Songs, Favorite, Recent, Album, Genre, Artist, Playlist
Playing now
Songs, Favorite, Recent, Album, Genre, Artist, Playlist
Music Setting
Playback Mode, Output selection, DSD Output Mode,
Resume from Breakpoint, Gapless, Lyrics, Album Art
System setting
System Setting, Network Settings, System Update,
About Player
Local Storage Music
Select Local Storage devices: SD card, USB
storage (USB Flash Drive, card reader or HDD,
connected as OTG devices)
Network Music
Browse or play the folders or music files shared in
the LAN
Update Music Library
Scan music files from SD card and USB storage,
and synchronize metadata to facilitate Music
Category functions.