Wadia 170 iTransport User manual
Thank
You.
All
of
us
at
Wadia
Digital
would
like
to
say
thank
you,
and
congratulations
for
purchasing
the
Wadia
170iTransport
Digital
iPod
integration
device.
We
sincerely
believe
that
your
Wadia
170iTransport
is
an
intelligent
investment
that
will
bring
you
many
years
of
musical
enjoyment
and
satisfaction.
We
understand
how
eager
you
are
to
begin
listening
and
we
want
you
to
become
familiar
with
the
full
capabilities
of
the
Wadia
170iTransport.
However,
before
powering
on
the
device,
we
encourage
you
to
look
through
the
manual
and
pay
special
attention
to
the
sections
highlighted
with
an
•.
Table
of
Contents
Wadia
Digital- a
Brief
History
4
Advantages
of
Digital
Audio
6
Optimizing
Performance
7
Installation
Unpacking
8
Accessories
8
Installing
Battery
in
Remote
Control
9
+
Connecting
to
AC
Power
9
+Installing
iPod
Dock
Inserts
9
Connections
Choosing
a
Digital
Cable
10
+
Connecting
to
an
Audio
or
Audio
Video
System
11
Operation
Supported
iPod
Models
14
+
Connecting
the
iPod
15
iPod
Functionality
16
Using
the
Remote
Control
18
Using
Analog
Audio
Outputs
20
Appendices
Environmental
Care
20
Important
Safety
Precautions
21
Trouble
Shooting
22
Warranty
23
Specifications
24
Wadia
Digital- a
Brief
History
Wadia
Digital,
founded
in
1988,
is
one
of
the
original
companies
dedicated
to
high
performance
digital
audio
reproduction.
Wadia
was
formed
by
a
team
of
engineers
from
the
Minneapolis
based
3M
Corporation
(Minnesota
Mining
and
Manufacturing)
who
shared
many
years
of
experience
in
advanced
digital
telecommunications
research
and
development.
In
the
early
1980's,
these
engineers
became
intrigued
by
the
emerging
compact
disc
technology.
Disappointed
with
the
sound
quality
of
early
CD
players,
they
examined
the
workings
and
designs
of
these
early
components
and
found
them
to
be
unsophisticated
when
compared
with
the
technology
available
in
other
areas
of
digital
design.
In
response,
they
founded
Wadia
Digital- a
company
based
on
the
philosophy
of
applying
advanced
technology
to
improve
the
performance
of
digital
audio
components.
Wadia's
first
product,
the
Wadia
2000
Decoding
Computer,
was
an
absolute
breakthrough
in
digital
audio.
For
many
discerning
listeners,
it
proved
that
Digital
Audio
was
a
musically
responsive,
evolving,
and
engaging
format.
Building
on
a
tradition
of
excellence,
Wadia
continues
to
develop
innovative
technology;
refining,
listening,
engineering,
and
improving
along
the
way.
Since
the
Wadia
2000,
new
generations
of
industry-leading
designs
have
been
introduced
and
embraced
by
listeners
around
the
world.
Each
step
of
the
way,
Wadia
has
consistently
raised
the
standard
for
performance
of
Digital
Audio
playback.
4
Here
is
abrief list
of
the
technological
innovations
the
Wadia
engineers
have
pioneered
over
the
past
20
years:
•
DigiMaster™
patented
algorithm
(filter
optimized
for
reproducing
music)
•
ClockLink™
proprietary
jitter
reduction
technology
•
SwiftCurrent™
current
to
voltage
conversion
technology
•
First
outboard
Digital-to-Analog
converter
•
First
to
apply
glass
fiber-optics
to
home
audio
•
First
to
recognize
jitter
as
a
source
of
audible
distortion
•
First
to
perfect
digital
volume
control
•
First
high-end
CD
player
competitive
with
expensive
separates
•
First
company
to
provide
bit
perfect
digital
audio
output
from
the
iPod
While
Wadia's
expertise
and
track
record
exceed
those
of
most
digital
audio
companies,
technology
alone
does
not
guarantee
an
immersive
and
captivating
musical
performance.
Wadia's
intuitive
designs
are
born
of
a
delicate
balance
of
technology
shaped
by
a
passion
for
music.
Wadia
continues
to
re-define
the
limits
of
digital
music
playback.
We
are
proud
to
introduce
the
Wadia
170iTransport
- a
breakthrough
in
sonic
performance
and
a
strong
statement
of
our
dedication
to
music.
5
Advantages
of
Digital
Audio
Digital
audio
signals
can
be
processed
without
the
additive
losses
and
distortion
found
in
analog
processing.
This
loss
of
resolution
is
caused
by
analog
circuitry
and
connectors
in
a
signal
path.
The
170iTransport
bypasses
the
digital
to
analog
conversion
and
analog
output
stage
from
the
iPod.
By
providing
a
pure
digital
audio
output
from
your
iPod,
the
170iTransport
enables
performance
that
is
only
limited
by
the
resolution
of
the
audio
files
stored
on
your
iPod,
and
the
overall
quality
of
your
audio
system.
In
other
words,
the
170iTransport
makes
it
possible
to
achieve
true
audiophile
performance
from
your
iPod.
6
Optimizing
Preformance
For
optimum
sonic
performance
when
using
iPod
we
highly
recommend
that
you
store
music
at
the
highest
bit
rate
you
can
justify.
Storing
music
files
at
higher
bit
rates
will
require
substantially
more
storage
space
on
your
computer
and
iPod,
however,
the
sonic
improvement
is
self
evident.
The
highest
available
quality
is
achieved
by
importing
music
into
iTunes
as
WAV
files.
WAV
files
are
full
resolution
files
equal
to
the
original
master
source.
Another
good
option
for
storing
music
in
iTunes
is
Apple
Lossless.
Apple
Lossless
will
allow
you
to
preserve
much
of
the
performance
of
your
music
while
not
using
as
much
space
on
your
computer
and
iPod.
To
make
sure
that
you
are
importing
music
at
the
highest
bit
rate
you
will
need
to
open
iTunes
and
follow
these
instructions.
•
Select
-
Open
the
iTunes
drop
down
menu
(Mac),
or
Edit
Tab
(Windows)
from
the
menu
bar
•
Select
-
Preferences
•
Select
-
Advanced
Tab
(within
the
Preferences
window)
•
Select
-
Importing
Tab
(within
the
Advanced
Tab
window)
•
Select
-Import
Using
(2nd
Selection
From
Top).
With
this
Drop
Down
menu
you
will
be
able
to
select
WAV
or
Apple
Lossless
•
Select
-
WAV
Encoder
or
Apple
Lossless
Encoder
7
Installation
Unpacking
Use
care
in
unpacking
your
Wadia
170iTransport.
Inspect
it
for
any
signs
of
shipping
damage
and
call
your
dealer
immediately
if
any
is
found.
Do
notplug your
Wadia
170iTransport
into any outlet
if
you
find
shipping
damage.
Please
save
all
packing
materials
so
unit
can
be
easily
and
safely
shipped
if
the
need
arises.
Accessories
Included
in
the
carton,
you
will
find
an
accessory
kit
that
contains
the
following:
•
Locking
AC
Adapter
and
Power
Cord
•
IR
Remote
Control
•
Digital
Coax
Cable
•
iPod
Adapter
Inserts
Analog
Audio/Video
Cables
are
not
included
with
the
Wadia
170iTransport.
For
optimal
performance,
please
contact
your
local
dealer
for
information
on
Audio/Video
Cables
that
will
be
most
compatible
with
the
Wadia
170iTransport
and
your
system.
8
Installing
Battery
in
Remote
Control
The
Wadia
170iTransport
remote
control
will
ship
with
the
required
battery
preinstalled.
However,
you
will
need
to
remove
the
clear
plastic
insert
tab
from
the
battery
to
allo'(V
operation
of
the
remote.
+Connecting
to
AC
Power
Check
to
make
sure
that
the
pow-er
cord
shipped
with
your
Wadia
170iTransport
has
been
manufactured
for
operation
at
your
AC
line
voltage.
Damage
caused
by
improper
operation
is
not
covered
by
Wadia
warranty.
If
the
included
cable
and
walt
termination
is
different
from
your
AC
outlet,
contact
your
Wadia
dealer.
+Installing
iPod
Dock
Inserts
The
Wadia
170iTransport
comes
with
several
dock
inserts
that
will
allow
it
to
accommodate
the
compatible
iPod
models.
First,
you
will
want
to
determine
which
insert
fits
your
iPod
model.
If
tnere
is
already
a
dock
insert
in
the
Wadia
170iTransport,
you
will
want
to
remove
it.
This
is
accomplished
by
applying
slight
pressure
with
your
thumbs
to
the
back
of
the
insert
while
pushing
up
to
release
the
dock
insert.
To
install
the
new
insert,
make
sure
that
the
two
(2)
small
slits
in
the
inside
of
the
insert
are
facing
the
front
of
the
Wadia
170iTransport.
Place
the
dock
insert
over
the
multi-pin
metal
connector
and
carefully
click
into
place.
9
Connections
Avoid
static
discharge
to
the
inputs
or
outputs.
To
prevent
static
shocks,
touch
any
grounded
surface,
such
as
the
chassis
of
any
component
that
uses
a
grounded
3-prong
plug,
before
connecting
or
removing
a
cable.
It
is
unlikely
that
a
static
discharge
will
damage
the
unit,
but
it
may
cause
the
Wadia
170iTransport
circuitry
to
Hlock-up"
(see
Lock-Up
under
Trouble
Shooting
in
Appendices).
Choosing
a
Digital
Cable
The
Wadia
170iTransport
uses
a
Coaxial
S/PDIF
Connection
with
an
RCA
connector.
The
quality
of
any
of
these
transmission
methods
depends
on
the
quality
of
the
cable
and
the
sophistication
of
the
transmitter
and
receiver.
Whi
Ie
the
cable
included
with
the
Wadia
170iTransport
will
certainly
work
for
the
transmission
of
digital
information
between
the
Wadia
170iTransport
and
a
Digital
to
Analog
Converter
or
other
digital
receiving
device,
we
recognize
distinct
advantages
in
higher
quality
cables
available
today.
Again,
we
highly
recommend
that
you
take
advantage
of
your
dealer's
experience
and,
most
importantly,
trust
your
ears.
10
•
Connecting
to
an
Audio
or
Audio/Video
System
Power
Digital
DUlllJt
Audio
Out
S-Video
~onent
Video
I
v
I
5
43
1 2
I
V
Back
Panel
(from
left
to
right)
1
Power:
The
power
supply
comes
with
the
iTransport.
It
is
a
custom
power
supply
and
the
use
of
any
other
power
supply
will
void
the
iTransport
warranty.
2
Digital
Out:
This
is
a
digital
audio
output
that
is
compatible
with
the
S/PDIF
standard.
It
is
intended
to
mate
to
a
coax
digital
input
on
a
compatible
device.
3
Analog
Audio:
Left
and
right
analog
outputs
from
the
iPod.
The
analog
audio
outputs
are
not
active
simultaneously
with
digital
audio
output.
4
S-Video/Composite
Video:
For
the
older
generation
of
video
capable
iPods
(such
as
iPod
video)
this
connection
will
supply
the
video
output
from
the
attached
iPod.
The
iPod
must
not
be
in
the
lJextended
interface"
mode
(see
mode
key).
5
Component
Video:
This
is
the
high
resolution
video
output
available
from
the
newer
generation
of
iPods
(iPod
touch,
iPod
classic
and
iPod
nano
3G).
11
Making
a
Digital
Connection
Connect
your
chosen
cable
from
the
S/PDIF
Coaxial
Digital
Audio
output
on
the
Wadia
170iTransport
(connection
2
in
iTransport
Outputs
illustration)
to
the
corresponding
digital
input
on
your
Digital
to
Analog
Convertor,
Digital
A/V
Receiver
or
Digital
Preamp/Processor.
Making
an
Analog
Connection
Connect
your
chosen
cable
from
the
Left
and
Right
Line
Level
Audio
outputs
on
the
Wadia
170iTransport
(connection
3
in
iTransport
Outputs
illustration)
to
the
corresponding
analog
input
on
your
Television,
Stereo
Receiver
or
Other
Analog
Input
Device.
Making
an
S-Video
/
Composite
Video
Connection
Connect
your
chosen
cable
from
the
S-Video
output
on
the
Wadia
170iTransport
(connection
4
in
iTransport
Outputs
illustration)
to
the
corresponding
S-Video
input
on
your
Television,
A/V
Receiver
or
Preamp
Processor.
For
Composite
Video
Display
output,
you
wi
II
need
to
purchase
an
S-Video
to
Composite
Video
Adapter
cable.
Please
contact
your
local
dealer
for
more
information
on
this
type
of
adapter.
12
Making
a
Component
Video
Connection
Connect
your
chosen
cable
from
the
Component
Video
output
on
the
Wadia
170iTransport
(connection
5
in
the
iTransport
Outputs
illustration)
to
the
corresponding
Component
Video
input
on
your
Television
l
A/V
Receiver
or
Preamp
Processor.
(The
Wadia
170iTransport
only
acts
as
a
high-performance
pass-thru
for
video
signals.
Picture
performance
is
limited
to
the
quality
of
the
material
stored
on
the
iPod.
Some
video
adjustments
may
be
necessary
on
your
video
display
for
maximum
video
performance).
Making
a
Power
Connection
Connect
the
supplied
Power
Cord
to
the
AC
Adapter.
Connect
the
AC
Adapter
with
locking
connector
to
the
Power
Input
on
the
Wadia
170iTransport
(connection
1
in
the
iTransport
Outputs
illustration).
The
locking
connector
has
a
sleeve
that
has
to
be
pulled
back
while
the
metal
portion
of
the
connector
is
bei
ng
inserted
into
the
Wadia
170iTransport
(this
may
requ
ire
both
hands).
The
connector
can
only
go
in
with
the
flat
side
of
the
connector
facing
up.
Once
the
connector
is
all
the
way
in,
let
go
of
the
sleeve
and
it will
return
to
its
original
position
and
lock
the
connector
in
place.
Finally
plug
the
Power
Cord
into
the
wall
to
supply
power
to
the
Wadia
170iTransport.
13
Operation
Supported
iPod
Models
~
~
iPod
O5th generation (video)
30GB
~
~
iPod
O5th generation (video)
60GB
80GB
[1""'1]
iPod classic
@
80GB
160GB
OiPodtouch
o
8GB
16GB
32GB
[1-1.11
iPod
nano
o
1st
generation
1GB
2GB
4GB
1
1
-1.11
iPod
nano
@2nd generation (aluminum)
2GB
4GB
8GB
[I
jiPod
nano
~@
3rd generation (video)
o
4GB
8GB
14
•
Connecting
the
iPod
Connect
your
iPod
once
you
have
properly
installed
the
appropriate
dock
insert.
Gently
slide
the
iPod
down
into
the
dock
insert.
Make
sure
to
align
the
connection
on
the
bottom
of
the
iPod
with
the
multi-pin
metal
connector
located
within
the
plastic
dock
insert.
Do
not
force
the
iPod
down
into
the
dock
insert
or
you
may
damage
the
multi-pin
connector
and
cause
the
Wadia
170iTransport
to
malfunction.
To
remove
the
iPod
from
the
Wadia
170iTransport,
grasp
the
iPod
with
a
firm
grip
and
pull
upwards
at
the
same
angle
of
the
iPod
while
docked.
15
iPod
Functionality
The
Wadia
170iTransport
supports
the
following
iPod
models.
Each
model
has
its
own
characteristics
which
affect
the
170iTransport.
iPod
nann
G1*
will
only
output
digital
audio
while
in
the
"extended
interface"
mode.
This
means
that
the
iPod
click
wheel
interface
is
not
available
while
attached
to
the
170iTransport
and
listening
to
digital
audio
out.
iPod
nann
G2
will
allow
digital
audio
out
while
still
allowing
the
iPod
click
wheel
interface
to
function
normally.
iPod
nann
G3
supports
component
video
out
and
digital
audio
out
while
still
allowing
the
iPod
click
wheel
interface
to
function
normally.
iPod
video*
supports
S-Video
out
(no
component
video).
The
iPod
video
can
only
output
digital
audio
while
in
the
"extended
interface"
mode.
This
means
that
the
iPod
click
wheel
interface
is
not
available
while
attached
to
the
170iTransport
and
listening
to
digital
audio
out.
iPod
classic
supports
component
video
out
and
digital
audio
out
while
still
allowing
the
iPod
click
wheel
interface
to
function
normally.
iPod
touch
supports
component
video
out
and
digital
audio
out
while
still
allowing
the
iPod
touch
screen
interface
to
function
normally.
Please
note:
The
iPod
firmware
should
be
up
to
date
with
the
latest
firmware
version
available
through
iTunes.
If
the
latest
firmware
is
not
used,
results
are
not
guaranteed.
16
/
*
"Extended
interface"
mode:
iPod
nano
Gland
iPod
video
will
automatically
enter
the
"extended
interface"
mode
when
docked
in
the
110iTransport,'
the
Wadia
logo
will
display
on
the
iPod
screen
indicating
digital
audio
output
is
now
available.
While
in
the
"extended
interface"
mode
there
is
no
control
of
the
iPod
from
the
click
wheel
interface.
If
the
user
chooses
(queues
a
selection)
before
inserting
the
iPod
into
the
710iTransport,
the
770iTransport
will
continue
to
play
the
user's
selection
until
it
is
complete.
If
there
was
no
previous
selection
by
the
user,
the
710iTransport
will
play
the
entire
content
of
the
iPod
in
the
"All
Tracks"
order.
The
7
70iTransport
will
not
manipulate
the
shuffle
setting.
Whatever
shuffle
setting
the
user
has
chosen
before
connecting
the
iPod
will
be
honored
by
the
710iTransport.
Exiting
"extended interface"
mode:
Depressing
the
remote
mode
button
will
take
the
iPod
out
of
"extended
interface"
mode
enabling
the
Analog
audio
outputs
of
the
7
lOiTransport.
Once
out
of
the
"extended
interface"
mode
the
iPod
standard
menu
is
displayed
on
iPod
screen.
Please
note:
The
iPod
video
will
not
present
video
to
the
710iTransport
S-
Video
output
if
the
iPod
is
operating
in
"extended
interface"
mode.
Depressing
the
remote
mode
button
will
take
the
iPod
video
out
of
"extended
interface
1/
mode
enabling
the
S-Video
and
Analog
audio
outputs
of
the
770iTransport.
Audio
will
be
available
only
through
the
Analog
audio
outputs.
To
enter digital
a.udio
mode
again,
the
iPod
must
be
removed
from
the
iTransport
dock,
and
then
re-inserted
to
the
iPod
dock.
This
will
re-establish
the
Uextended
interface"
mode,
allowing digital
audio
output.
17
Using
the
Remote
Control
The
Wadia
170iTransport
comes
with
a
basic
remote
control.
The
basic
remote
will
allow
limited
control
of
the
iPod.
Play/Pause,
Next
Track,
and
Previous
Track
are
supported.
An
optional
Wadia
cast
aluminum
remote
is
also
supported
for
the
same
functionality
as
the
basic
remote.
The
cast
aluminum
Wadia
remote
does
not
have
a
Play/Pause
button.
Both
the
Play
and
the
Pause
buttons
on
the
cast
aluminum
Wadia
remote
will
perform
the
same
function
as
the
Play/Pause
button
on
the
basic
remote
(toggle
between
play
and
pause).
18
Remote
Buttons
and
Functionality
1«
:
This
symbol
is
the
previous
track
button.
It
Takes
the
iPod
to
the
beginning
of
the
current
track,
or
to
the
previous
track
if
the
current
track
is
beyond
10
seconds
of
play.
»1
:
This
symbol
is
the
next
track
button.
It
takes
the
iPod
to
the
next
track.
>11
:
This
symbol
is
the
Play/Pause
button.
It
toggles
the
iPod
between
play
and
pause
modes.
-/+
:
These
buttons
serve
no
function
with
the
170iTransport,
but
may
be
used
with
future
Wadia
products.
mode:
This
button
disables
digital
audio
output
and
activates
the
analog
left
and
right
audio
outputs**.
**
To
re-enter
digital
audio
mode
from
the
analog
audio
mode,
the
iPod
must
be
removed
from
the
iTransport
dock,
and
then
re-inserted
to
the
iTransport
dock.
Please
note:
The
iPod
video
will
not
present
video
to
the
770iTransport
S-
Video
output
if
the
iPod
is
operating
in
"extended
interface"
mode.
Depressing
the
remote
mode
button
will
take
the
iPod
video
out
of
"extended
interface"
mode
enabling
the
S-
Video
and
Analog
audio
outputs
of
the
770iTransport.
Video
audio
will
be
available
only
through
the
Analog
audio
outputs.
To
enter digital
audio
mode
again,
the
iPod
must
be
removed
from
the
iTransport
dock,
and
then
re-inserted
to
the
iPod
dock.
This
will
re-establish
the
extended
mode,
allowing digital
audio
output.
19
Using
the
Analog
Outputs
The
Wadia
170iTransport
cannot
output
digital
and
analog
audio
simultaneously.
Therefore,
to
use
the
analog
outputs
you
will
have
to
activate
them.
To
do
this,
first
insert
the
iPod
into
the
Wadia
170iTransport.
You
will
have
to
use
the
mode
button
on
the
remote.
When
you
press
the
mode
button,
the
digital
output
is
disabled
and
the
analog
outputs
will
become
active.
Each
time
the
iPod
is
docked,
the
Wadia
170iTransport
will
automatically
select
the
digital
output
as
a
default.
You
will
have
to
perform
the
above
steps
each
time
you
dock
the
iPod
and
want
to
use
the
analog
audio
output.
The
analog
output
is
always
a
fixed
volume.
You
will
need
to
control
volume
externally
as
the
iPod
volume
controls
do
not
affect
volume
level.
Please
note:
If
you
are
using
the
170iTransport
in
the
analog
audio
mode
and
undock
your
iPod
you
may
hear
a
low-level
hum
through
your
sound
system.
The
analog
output
from
the
170iTransport
is
a
true
pass-through
from
the
iPod.
Undocking
an
iPod
while
in
analog
mode
creates
a
floating
input.
To
reduce
the
possibility
of
hum,
change
inputs,
or
mute
the
input
that
the
Wadia
170iTransport
is
connected
to
when
undocking
your
iPod.
Appendices
Environmental
Care
Wadia
Digital
makes
every
effort
to
be
an
environmentally
conscientious
company.
We
greatly
appreciate
it
when
our
customers
join
our
efforts.
Please
dispose
of
batteries
and
packing
material
in
a
manner
that
is
environmentally
responsible.
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