Gold Note DS-1000 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
DS-1000
Streamer player
with USB, S/Pdif & Optical D/A Converter

OWNER’S MANUAL page 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
GOLD NOTE SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within 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.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel.
Please record the model and serial numbee and retain them for
your records.
Serial Number: Model:
Do not disassemble any part of the product.
Do not use any part of the product for other purposes.
For service and problems of any kind, contact qualified Gold Note personnel.
Protect the product from rain and humidity and keep away from heat sources, electric and
electronic motors etc.
The power Chord supplied must be used only on this unit.
Gold Note does not have responsibility for any improper use of this unit

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1Read these instructions.
2Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near to any water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or ground-
ing-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provid-
ed for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufac-
turer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
• Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a
book case or similar unit.
• The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the
AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON
position.
• The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC
outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any
time.
• The main plug is used as the disconnect device, the discon-
nect device shall remain readily operable.
• If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or
installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire
or excessive heat.
• Caution should be taken when using earphones or head-
phones with the product because excessive sound pressure
(volume) from earphones or head- phones can cause hearing
loss.

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INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES
AUDIO STREAMING JUST BECAME BETTER
It's time to enjoy your music, and with DS-1000 it's as simple
as pluggin-in a flash memory like a USB key and letting it play
any audio file, or connecting to the web and tuning on digital
radio stations. To play music files at its best and always with
top quality high resolution in 24bit 192kHz, the streamer is
equipped with a D/A converter featuring one S/PDif coaxial
and one TOS optical digital inputs powered by AKM receiver,
and a USB port powered by the top class XMOS U6 500MHz
DSD for high speed peripherals
MORE TIME FOR MUSIC, LESS TIME TO MAKE IT
WORK
A large 3,5” TFT monitor displays all the information in a
clear menu that's easy to browse, showing all USB inputs,
digital inputs and radio stations.
Thanks to the exclusive SKC - Single Knob Control - the unit
becomes a friendly plug-and-play source you can always
control even without a remote
TOTAL CONTROL OVER YOUR SYSTEM
DS-1000 offers a unique modular design exclusively mod-
elled for Gold Note's 1000 series to expand and grow your
system into a complete all-in-one high-end audio source with
an optional internal preamp stage and also an analogue
balanced stereo input
Modularity is also extended to external accessories, perfect
to push the performance even further, up to outstanding
levels with:
- two unique optional external Class-A tube output stages
TUBE-1006 | TUBE-1012
- two different external super Inductive Power Supplies
PSU-1250 | PSU-1100
The output stage comes from our experience with Favard CD
Player and matches the best digital sources available on the
market today with a fully balanced, solid state Dual-Mono
PCM1792A
For a no-compromises experience, DS-1000 optionally gets
two exclusive balanced Class A tube output stage units:
TUBE-1012 - featuring 12 double triode tubes, is a special
unit employing 6 transformers, inductive and tube power
supply, ultra-low distortion, noise-less and low impedance
output.
TUBE-1006 - a simplified 6 tubes unit, able to significantly
improve performancesThe unit's voltage will always be
extremely stable on every audio signal paths due to two
proprietary Dual-Mono transformers PSU, achieving
high-quality audio performances and annulling digital inter-
ferences.
To step up the configuration we designed two external super
power supplies:
- PSU-1250 - 250 Watt inductive unit in a massive
multi-transformer working as a virtual battery.
- PSU-1100 - 100 Watt inductive unit able to maximize
DS-1000's power and providing a full galvanic insulation
from the AC system and a perfect unit shielding from RFI
and EMI troubles
UPGRADE WHEN YOU WANT TO
DS-1000 comes with a standard digital volume control and
can be connected directly into a power amplifier with no need
of any preamplifier.
Enthusiasts will surely appreciate the optional high quality
preamp stage also equipping our Demidoff flagship line of
amplifiers, a PGA single resistor for dual-mono volume
control.
A stereo balanced analogue input is also available as an
optional to allow DS-1000 to be an integrated control unit
and drive a power amplifier directly
ALL-IN-ONE DSD DIGITAL PLAYER, STREAMER, NET PLAYER,
SERVER AND D/A CONVERTER
Performing DSD audio files from the web via LAN or W/LAN
(WiFi) through a cutting edge DSD USB D/A Converter with
Coax and Optical input vertically integrated. DS-1000 is able
to play with NET Media Player, tune on Internet radio stations
and convert files from computer and external digital sources
having optical and coaxial digital inputs
FULLY CONTROLLED VIA IOS & ANDROID
DS-1000 features easy set up Apple IOS and Android propri-
etary software for full control via iPhones and iPads as well
as smart phones and tablets. The App makes it easy to
control even the digital inputs displaying all meta data, cover
and information registered on the track as well as real reso-
lution format
ULTRA VERSATILE DESIGN
DS-1000 plays directly HardDisk and USB memories via two
USB A ports avoiding internal built in memories. Being a net
player works in W/LAN and LAN and also with NAS. The unit
also integrates a D/A Converter playing all audio formats up
to DSD one
Integrated preamplifier and balanced analogue input are
optional
GOLD NOTE TFT DISPLAY & SKC
The Gold Note proprietary SKC - Single Knob Control - and
TFT display allow intuitive control conveniently with a single
knob. The unit is also fully controlled via Wi-Fi
GOLD NOTE MODULAR DESIGN
Innovative unique modular design allows a variety of exter-
nal upgrades, including two Class-A tube output stages,
Atomic Master Clocks and Exclusive External Inductive Power
Supplies
TANK MECHANICAL STRUCTURE
DS-1000 features a great mechanical structure made of
solid machined steel and thick aluminium panels to guaran-
tee low frequency resonance, feedback vibrational control
and low magnetic inertial field
OPTIONAL PREAMP AND STEREO ANALOGUE INPUT
STAGE
Two optional integrated preamplifier stage and balanced
input to perform a full vertically integrated unit able to drive
an audio system on its own

INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES
OWNER’S MANUAL page 4
AUDIO STREAMING JUST BECAME BETTER
It's time to enjoy your music, and with DS-1000 it's as simple
as pluggin-in a flash memory like a USB key and letting it play
any audio file, or connecting to the web and tuning on digital
radio stations. To play music files at its best and always with
top quality high resolution in 24bit 192kHz, the streamer is
equipped with a D/A converter featuring one S/PDif coaxial
and one TOS optical digital inputs powered by AKM receiver,
and a USB port powered by the top class XMOS U6 500MHz
DSD for high speed peripherals
MORE TIME FOR MUSIC, LESS TIME TO MAKE IT
WORK
A large 3,5” TFT monitor displays all the information in a
clear menu that's easy to browse, showing all USB inputs,
digital inputs and radio stations.
Thanks to the exclusive SKC - Single Knob Control - the unit
becomes a friendly plug-and-play source you can always
control even without a remote
TOTAL CONTROL OVER YOUR SYSTEM
DS-1000 offers a unique modular design exclusively mod-
elled for Gold Note's 1000 series to expand and grow your
system into a complete all-in-one high-end audio source with
an optional internal preamp stage and also an analogue
balanced stereo input
Modularity is also extended to external accessories, perfect
to push the performance even further, up to outstanding
levels with:
- two unique optional external Class-A tube output stages
TUBE-1006 | TUBE-1012
- two different external super Inductive Power Supplies
PSU-1250 | PSU-1100
The output stage comes from our experience with Favard CD
Player and matches the best digital sources available on the
market today with a fully balanced, solid state Dual-Mono
PCM1792A
For a no-compromises experience, DS-1000 optionally gets
two exclusive balanced Class A tube output stage units:
TUBE-1012 - featuring 12 double triode tubes, is a special
unit employing 6 transformers, inductive and tube power
supply, ultra-low distortion, noise-less and low impedance
output.
TUBE-1006 - a simplified 6 tubes unit, able to significantly
improve performancesThe unit's voltage will always be
extremely stable on every audio signal paths due to two
proprietary Dual-Mono transformers PSU, achieving
high-quality audio performances and annulling digital inter-
ferences.
To step up the configuration we designed two external super
power supplies:
- PSU-1250 - 250 Watt inductive unit in a massive
multi-transformer working as a virtual battery.
- PSU-1100 - 100 Watt inductive unit able to maximize
DS-1000's power and providing a full galvanic insulation
from the AC system and a perfect unit shielding from RFI
and EMI troubles
UPGRADE WHEN YOU WANT TO
DS-1000 comes with a standard digital volume control and
can be connected directly into a power amplifier with no need
of any preamplifier.
Enthusiasts will surely appreciate the optional high quality
preamp stage also equipping our Demidoff flagship line of
amplifiers, a PGA single resistor for dual-mono volume
control.
A stereo balanced analogue input is also available as an
optional to allow DS-1000 to be an integrated control unit
and drive a power amplifier directly
ALL-IN-ONE DSD DIGITAL PLAYER, STREAMER, NET PLAYER,
SERVER AND D/A CONVERTER
Performing DSD audio files from the web via LAN or W/LAN
(WiFi) through a cutting edge DSD USB D/A Converter with
Coax and Optical input vertically integrated. DS-1000 is able
to play with NET Media Player, tune on Internet radio stations
and convert files from computer and external digital sources
having optical and coaxial digital inputs
FULLY CONTROLLED VIA IOS & ANDROID
DS-1000 features easy set up Apple IOS and Android propri-
etary software for full control via iPhones and iPads as well
as smart phones and tablets. The App makes it easy to
control even the digital inputs displaying all meta data, cover
and information registered on the track as well as real reso-
lution format
ULTRA VERSATILE DESIGN
DS-1000 plays directly HardDisk and USB memories via two
USB A ports avoiding internal built in memories. Being a net
player works in W/LAN and LAN and also with NAS. The unit
also integrates a D/A Converter playing all audio formats up
to DSD one
Integrated preamplifier and balanced analogue input are
optional
GOLD NOTE TFT DISPLAY & SKC
The Gold Note proprietary SKC - Single Knob Control - and
TFT display allow intuitive control conveniently with a single
knob. The unit is also fully controlled via Wi-Fi
GOLD NOTE MODULAR DESIGN
Innovative unique modular design allows a variety of exter-
nal upgrades, including two Class-A tube output stages,
Atomic Master Clocks and Exclusive External Inductive Power
Supplies
TANK MECHANICAL STRUCTURE
DS-1000 features a great mechanical structure made of
solid machined steel and thick aluminium panels to guaran-
tee low frequency resonance, feedback vibrational control
and low magnetic inertial field
OPTIONAL PREAMP AND STEREO ANALOGUE INPUT
STAGE
Two optional integrated preamplifier stage and balanced
input to perform a full vertically integrated unit able to drive
an audio system on its own

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SPECIFICATION AND CONNECTIVITY
Main features
DSD Streamer with integrated DSD D/A Converter
Frequency response: 5Hz-200kHz +/-0.3dB
THD – Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.001% max
Signal to Noise ratio: -125dB
Dynamic response: 129dB
Output impedance: 50ohm
Phase response: linear phase, absolute phase
inverted
Digital filter: proprietary Zero-Clock circuit enabling
three different Master Clock
Volume control: switchable On/Off Digital partializer
Power
Mains supply: 100V to 245V, 50/60Hz, depending on
market destination not convertible
Dual-Mono power supply
Power consumption: 30W
Upgrades
TUBE-1012: Class-A 12 Tubes output stage with
inductive tube power supply
PSU-1250: Dual-Mono 250Watt Super External Power
supply
Preamp Stage: PGA electronically control single
resistor dual-mono volume control preamp
Analogue input: Stereo balanced XLR
External AC filter: Gold Note Lucca AC distributor
Other: Gold Note Lucca power chord
Connectivity
LAN/WLAN WiFi: 802.11b/g via RJ45 10/100Mbps
socket and Antenna
Infrared remote: RC5 proprietary code
Supported audio formats
AIFF (.aif, .aiff, .aifc)
WAV (.wav) packed/unpacked
FLAC
WmA Windows media Audio 9
WAX Windows media audio metafiles
ASX Advanced Stream Redirector (.asx)
MPEG-4 Advanced Audio coding File, .aac, .m4a includ-
ing Apple lossless
MP3
Supported media servers
All uPnP certified media servers
Audio inputs
Digital input: one RCA S/PDIF coaxial and one
TOS-optical asynchronous 24/192
USB-B: asynchronous DSD and PCM up to 24/192
High Speed 2.0 port
USB-A: two front ports to feed USB mass storage
formatted as FAT16 or FAT32, max current 2000mA
shared between the two port.
Analogue input (optional): Stereo balanced XLR
Audio outputs
Line output level (fixed): stereo RCA @ 2Volt and
balanced XLR @ 4Volt
Digital output: S/PDIF, 75ohm RCA 24bit

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OPTIONAL UPGRADE
TUBE-1012: Class-A 12 Tubes output stage with inductive tube power supply
TUBE-1006: Class-A 6 Tubes output stage
PSU-1250: Dual-Mono 250Watt Super External Power supply
PSU-1100: Dual-Mono 100Watt Super External Power supply
CLK-1055: super external Atomic clock made with Cesium
CLK-1037: super external Atomic clock made with Rubidium
Preamp Stage: PGA electronically control single resistor dual-mono volume control preamp stage is an
internal preamp stage PCB allows the CD-player be matched directly to power amplifiers or active speakers
combining a full integrated audio system.
Analogue input: Stereo balanced XLR allows the CD pleyer to play and external analogue unit such as a
phono stage to match a turntable completing a full Analogue & Digital integrated audio system
External AC filter: Gold Note Lucca AC distributor
Other: Gold Note Lucca power chord
TUBE-1012
GOLD NOTE
TUBE-1008
GOLD NOTE
PSU-1250
GOLD NOTE
PSU-1100
GOLD NOTE

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OPTIONAL UPGRADE
TUBE-1012: Class-A 12 Tubes output stage with inductive tube power supply
TUBE-1006: Class-A 6 Tubes output stage
PSU-1250: Dual-Mono 250Watt Super External Power supply
PSU-1100: Dual-Mono 100Watt Super External Power supply
CLK-1055: super external Atomic clock made with Cesium
CLK-1037: super external Atomic clock made with Rubidium
Preamp Stage: PGA electronically control single resistor dual-mono volume control preamp stage is an
internal preamp stage PCB allows the CD-player be matched directly to power amplifiers or active speakers
combining a full integrated audio system.
Analogue input: Stereo balanced XLR allows the CD pleyer to play and external analogue unit such as a
phono stage to match a turntable completing a full Analogue & Digital integrated audio system
External AC filter: Gold Note Lucca AC distributor
Other: Gold Note Lucca power chord
CLK-1055
GOLD NOTE
CLK-1037
GOLD NOTE

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FRONT PANEL
USB 1 Front
USB 2 Front
Control Knob
Display
IR Receiver
On/Off LED Light

OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS:
- Service [not in use]
- TUBE1006 Output Stage L/R Plugs
- External Power Supply Plug
- [Optional] IN/OUT Audio Analogue
- [Optional] Tos/Link Output
POWER CONNECTORS:
- Master ON/OFF Switch
- AC Power Plug IEC with fuse
ANALOGUE AUDIO OUTPUTS:
- XLR Balanced Analogue Audio Out
- RCA Unbalanced Analogue Audio Out
DIGITAL AUDIO IN/OUT:
- SPDIF/Coax Output Plug
- SPDIF/Coax Input Plug
- Tos/Link optical audio Input
- USB Computer Input
- Ethernet Connection
- Wi-Fi RF Antenna Connector
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REAR PANEL
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FUNCTIONALITY EXAMPLE
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Select a function:
Turn the knob left or right until the desired funtion is
highlighted in white (see fig. 1) then press the knob
to select it
Single Click = Enter/Play
2 Second Long Click = Back to previous/Stop
5 Second Long Click = Standby
Turning DS-1000 On/Off:
to turn on/off the unit, press and hold the knob for
3 seconds
5 Sec. LONG
PUSH
PUSH
Scan the QRCode to dowload the iOS or Android DS-1000 Remote Control
App or search for “Gold Note DS-1000 Remote” on Apple App Store or
Google Play Store.
IMPORTANT:
To use Gold Note DS-1000 Remote app, the phone/tablet must be
connected to the same network of DS-1000

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SCREEN FUNCTION
PLAYING MUSIC VIA USB
To browse an USB device plugged into DS-1000
simply select the desired USB port (1 or 2).
DS-1000 will access the device automatically show-
ing the audio files content.
ADDING FAVOURITES
It’s possible to mark a file as a “favourite” using the
App available on iOS and Android.

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SCREEN FUNCTION
USING DS-1000 AS A DAC
To use DS-1000 as a D/A converter, simply select
COAX IN or TOS IN from the main menu.
The same function will be accessed when selecting
USB Host IN, turning DS-1000 in a USB Digital toi
Analoguer converter to be matched with computers.
Once the correct input is selected DS-1000 will
display the frequency sample (FS) managed from the
source.

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SCREEN FUNCTION
PLAYING MUSIC FROM NETWORK
Select “Settings” from the main menu, then “Net-
work” to access the connection setup.
Select your type of connection between “Wired” and
“Wireless” and then choose the correct network
setup for DS-1000.
“Automatic (DHCP)” is the suggested choice for a
home network while setting a static IP address is pos-
sibly available .
DS-1000 will then ask you to apply the new settings,
confirm pressing the knob.
Once the network setup is completed the unit restarts
automatically upon necessary confirmation.
DS-1000 is compatible with every UpNP servers but
we suggest to use Universal Media Server or JRiver
for the best results.
SETTING THE SECURITY KEY FOR WI-FI
When setting DS-1000 to use wireless networks, the
unit will restart and ask to scan for available networks
or to insert manually a net ID.
To insert the Wi-Fi password, use the knob to choose
a character and confirm it by pressing the knob and
moving to the next character.
Confirm the password with the simbol:

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SCREEN FUNCTION
Select “Internet Radio” to browse the available radio
stations and listen to your favourite ones.
DS-1000 will display all the UpNP units available via
network when “Media Server” is selected.
Choose the desired server to browse directories and
files.
SETTING A STATIC IP ADDRESS
If DS-1000 needs to have a static address, choose
“Static IP Adress” and then set the required param-
eters following the procedure until the process is
completed.
DS-1000 will then ask you to apply the new settings,
confirm pressing the knob.

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OTHER FUNCTION
UPDATING DS-1000 SOFTWARE
To update the software DS-1000 must be connected
to the Internet.
Select “Settings” and then “Software Update” to
launch the process.
OTHER SETTINGS
From “Settings” you will also be able to set other
parameters:
Time: DS-1000 can be set to time zones, daylight
savings, and can display the time.
Playback: access this function to set your favourite
play mode (repeat, shuffle and slideshow for image
files).
General: “Reset Settings” will reset DS-1000 to the
initial setup; “Info” will display the current software
version installed and the hardware on the unit.

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WARRANTIES
WARRANTIES REGISTRATION
To validate the warranty is necessary to register the unit on the Gold Note
internet web site within 15 days from the purchase on the appropriate area of
the web site: http://www.goldnote.it/
If the unit is not registered correctly or is been purchased from a different coun-
try of the purchaser origin/home the unit will not be covered by any warranty
and the eventual registration refused.
The warranty does not does not cover in any case: Tubes, Phono Car-
tridge Styli and Batteries.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
All GOLD NOTE® products are the result of meticulous technological research,
and consequently their correct functioning is guaranteed. In spite of this it is
possible that problems may emerge which non-specialist users cannot resolve.
In this case, contact your dealer who will advise you on how to resolve the prob-
lem.
Do not return any object directly to the factory or to the national distributor or
without being authorized to do so. In such cases both GOLD NOTE® and the
distribution agents operating within your territory decline responsibility of any
kind.
Please Note: Descriptions and technical characteristics may vary in any
moment without notice.

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USER NOTE

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USER NOTE

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