MSB Technology The Premier Digital Director User manual

The Premier Digital Director
User Guide
Check our website for the most recent user guides,
rmware, and drivers:
www.msbtechnology.com
Technical support email is:
[email protected]
12.13.2022

Technical specications
Supported Formats
(Input dependent)
44.1kHz to 3,072kHz PCM up to 32 bits
1xDSD, 2xDSD, 4xDSD, 8xDSD
Supports DSD via DoP on all inputs
Digital Inputs 4x Advanced isolated input module slots
Controls 12 Volt trigger
IR remote control
Fuse 2.5A 250V SLO BLO - 5 mm x 20 mm fuse.
Chassis
Dimensions
Width: 17 in (432 mm)
Depth: 12 in (305 mm)
Height without feet: 2 in (51 mm)
Stack height: 2.65 in (68 mm)
Weight: 18 lbs (8 kg)
Product Feet: M6X1 Thread
Shipping
Dimensions
Width: 22 in (558.8 mm)
Depth: 18 in (457.2 mm)
Height: 7 in (177.8 mm)
Weight: 27 lbs (12 kg)
Included
Accessories
Pro ISL input module
Pro ISL cable
Control Link module
Control Link toslink cable
User manual
IEC power cable
3.5mm Mini jack cable

Step 1 - New rmware
If needed, update your DAC rmware to the latest available version.
The latest DAC rmware enables new functionality with the digital
director. Firmware update les and instructions can be found at:
www.msbtechnology.com/Support
*** ATTENTION! ***
Before installing your new digital director, your DAC
rmware must be updated to 3.0.2.1 for Select, 30.21 for
Reference, and 20.14 for Premier or later. Otherwise, The
Digital Director will not function.
Setup and installation

Removing and Installing Modules
Removal and installation of modules is a completely tool free process
that is easily performed at the back of the unit. Under the lower lip of
each module is a lever arm. Simply pull the lever out and away until it
is perpendicular with the back of the unit. Then gently, but rmly, pull
the module lip and lever until the module releases and slide it out of
the unit.
Step 2 - Swap digital input modules
***POWER OFF YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM***
Install the provided Pro ISL input module into slot ‘B’ of your DAC and
install the provided Control Link module into slot ‘A’. Then, install any
other digital inputs from your DAC into your Digital Director. When
installing and removing input modules please use the tips below for
proper handling to reduce risk or damage to your MSB system.
About the 4 input module slots
The Digital Director has four input module slots. They are labeled
A through D. Digital input modules can be placed in any position.
However, the control link module and Pro ISL input module in your
DAC must be installed in slot A and B. Each module is completely self
contained. It is recognized by the Digital Director and identied on the
DAC display.
Module Handling
It is important that you refrain from touching the circuit board or rear
connector of any input module when removing or installing any input
from your unit. When handling these modules it is important that
you only contact the metal case of the module or the front edge of
the module where the cam arm is located. Improper handling of your
modules can result in static shock and damage to the module or unit.

Power The Digital Director has a built-in power supply. The power
supply automatically detects and switches between 240V
and 120V. This is not a switching supply that works at
any voltage, but a linear supply with automatic switching
of the transformer leads. The unit is switched on and o
with a button on the front or via the IR remote. Plug in
the provided AC cable to the back of the unit.
Input
Modules
The Digital Director comes with a Pro ISL Input Module
and a MSB Control Link Module. Simply remove the
digital input modules from your DAC and swap them
with the modules in your Digital director. Connect your
digital input(s) to the appropriate module(s) in the digital
director. The frequency and bit depth of the incoming
signal will be displayed on the front panel of your DAC.
Pro ISL
Output
Connect the Pro ISL output from your Digital Director to
the Pro ISL module in your DAC.
Control
Link
Connect the Control Link connector from your digital
director to the control link module in your DAC
Step 3 - Make cable connections
After swapping your input modules, the last step is to make a few
connections. A description of each connection can be found in the
table below as well as a detailed connections diagram on the following
page.
For a detailed video containing instructions for setup, usage, and
more information about the digital director, use your smartphone or
tablet camera to scan the QR code below.
https://youtu.be/B5esPvxMXo8

When installed properly, your system should look like the example
above. The digital inputs installed in your digital director may vary
depending on what sources are in your system, However; the only
modules that should be installed in the DAC will be the provided Pro
ISL and Control Link modules as well as any analog input modules you
may have in your system.

Digital Director menu options
The following menu options will be viewable in your DAC menu when
a digital director is detected in your system. The Digital Director needs
to be set to the ‘passthrough’ setting whenever you are updating the
rmware in your DAC with the digital director connected.
Select DAC
Digital
Direct
Passthrough - Enabled Bit perfect passthrough of les
directly to the DAC.
Filter (default) - Adds digital ltering and
optimization.
Reference and Premier DAC
Direct Pass - Enabled Bit perfect passthrough of les directly
to the DAC.
Filtr (default) - Adds digital ltering and optimization.

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Technical Support
If you are experiencing any issues with your MSB product, please contact
your nearest dealer or try our support page at www.msbtechnology.
com/support. Please be sure you have the most current edition of your
products rmware installed. If your issue persists please feel free to
contact MSB directly. Emails are usually responded to in 24 - 48 hours.
Email: [email protected]
MSB Return Procedure (RMA)
If a customer, dealer, or distributor has a problem with an MSB
product, they should email tech support before sending anything
back to the factory. MSB will do their best to respond within 24 hours.
Should it be clear that a product must be returned, tech support
should be informed and all the following relevant information should
be provided:
1Product in question
2Serial number
3Exact conguration when symptom is observed along with a list
with the input used, source material, system connections, and
amplier
4Customer name
5Customer shipping address
6Customer phone number and email
7Special return shipping instructions
MSB will issue an RMA number and create an invoice with all details
outlined except the nal price as the product has not yet been seen.
This invoice will be emailed so all the above information can be checked
and veried by the customer.
The product should be returned with the RMA number present on the
box. Work can then begin immediately and the product can be sent
back quickly.
Any repair that is dicult and cannot be completed in two weeks will be
identied and the customer will be informed when it is to be expected.
Otherwise the majority of repairs should be shipped back within two
weeks if all the required information is present on the invoice.
Link to page:
https://www.msbtechnology.com/support/repairs/

The Digital Director Limited Warranty
Warranty includes:
• MSB warrants the unit against defects in materials and workman-
ship for a period of 1 year from the date the unit was originally
shipped from MSB.
• This warranty covers parts and labor only, it does not cover shipping
charges or tax/duty. During the Warranty period, there will normally
be no charge for parts or labor.
• During the warranty period, MSB will repair or, at our discretion,
replace a faulty product.
• Warranty repairs must be carried out by MSB or an authorized dealer.
Please contact your dealer if your unit requires service.
Warranty excludes:
• The Warranty does not cover standard wear and tear.
• The product is misused in any way.
• Any unauthorized modications or repairs were performed.
• The product is not used in accordance with the Operating Conditions
stated below.
• The product is serviced or repaired by someone other than MSB or a
authorized dealers.
• The product is operated without a mains earth (or ground) connection.
• The unit is returned inadequately packed.
• MSB reserves the right to apply a service charge if the product
returned for warranty repair is found to be operating correctly, or if
the product is returned without a returns number (RMA) being issued.
Operating Conditions:
• Ambient temperature range: 32F to 90F, non-condensing.
• The supply voltage must remain within the AC voltage specied on
the power base.
• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators, air ducts,
power ampliers or in direct strong sunlight. This may cause the
product to overheat.