TOPPING E50II Compact Desktop DAC User Manual

1. Ro-ràdh

Tapadh leibh airson ceannachasing the TOPPING E50II Compact Desktop DAC. This device is designed to provide high-fidelity audio decoding for various digital sources. It features an AK4497S DAC chip, supports high-resolution audio formats up to PCM768kHz and DSD512, and offers versatile connectivity options including USB, optical, coaxial, RCA, and TRS balanced outputs. This manual provides essential information for proper setup, operation, and maintenance of your E50II.

Image 1.1: The TOPPING E50II Compact Desktop DAC in silver finish.

2. Fiosrachadh Sàbhailteachd

• Na cuir às a chèile no na atharraich an inneal. Dh’fhaodadh atharrachaidhean gun chead am barantas a dhèanamh neo-dhligheach agus cunnartan sàbhailteachd adhbhrachadh.
• Cùm an inneal air falbh bho uisge, taiseachd agus teòthachd àrd.
• Use only the provided power adapter or a compatible 5V power supply.
• Dèan cinnteach gu bheil fionnarachadh ceart timcheall an inneal gus casg a chuir air cus teasachadh.
• Seachain a bhith a 'cur rudan trom air an inneal.
• Disconnect the power cable during lightning storms or when unused for extended periods.

3. Pasgan-susbaint

Feuch an dèan thu cinnteach gu bheil a h-uile nì anns a’ phacaid:

• TOPPING E50II Unit
• Smachd Iomallach
• Càball USB (Seòrsa-A gu Type-C)
• USB Power Cable (Type-A to Type-C)
• Antenna airson Bluetooth
• Leabhar-làimhe cleachdaiche (an sgrìobhainn seo)
• Cairt Barantais

Image 3.1: Included accessories: remote control, USB cables, and Bluetooth antenna.

4. Toradh thallview

4.1 Pannal aghaidh

Image 4.1: Front panel of the E50II, showing the display and control button.

• Sgrion Taisbeanaidh: A’ sealltainn an cuir-a-steach làithreach, sample rate, volume, and other status information.
• Putan ioma-ghnìomh: Press to power on/off, select input, or adjust settings.

4.2 Cùl Pannal

Image 4.2: Rear panel of the E50II, illustrating various input and output ports.

• Toraidhean RCA (Clì/Deas): Toradh claisneachd analogach neo-chothromach.
• TRS Balanced Outputs (L/R): Toradh claisneachd analogach cothromach.
• Cur a-steach coaxial: Cuir a-steach claisneachd didseatach.
• Teachd a-steach optigeach: Cuir a-steach claisneachd didseatach.
• Input USB-C: For connecting to a computer or other digital source.
• Cuir a-steach cumhachd USB-C: For connecting to a 5V power supply.
• Ceanglaiche Antenna Bluetooth: For attaching the Bluetooth antenna.

5. Suidhich

5.1 Ceangal cumhachd

Connect the provided USB power cable to the E50II's "POWER" USB-C port and then to a 5V power adapter (not included) or a USB port on your computer. The E50II requires a stable 5V power supply for optimal performance.

5.2 Ceanglaichean claisneachd

Choose the appropriate input and output connections based on your audio system:

• Input USB: Connect the E50II's "USB" port to your computer or other USB audio source using the provided USB data cable.
• Cuir a-steach Optaigeach/Co-aiseach: Connect your digital audio source (e.g., CD player, TV) to the E50II's "OPTICAL" or "COAXIAL" input.
• Toradh RCA: Connect the E50II's "SE" RCA outputs to your ampluchd-labhairt no luchd-labhairt gnìomhach a’ cleachdadh càbaill RCA.
• TRS Balanced Output: Connect the E50II's "BAL" TRS outputs to your balanced amplifier or active speakers using 6.35mm TRS cables. The E50II supports simultaneous output from both RCA and TRS ports.

Image 5.1: Close-up of the balanced TRS and unbalanced RCA output connections.

5.3 Bluetooth Antenna Installation

Screw the provided Bluetooth antenna onto the antenna connector on the rear panel of the E50II.

5.4 Driver Installation (for Windows)

For Windows operating systems, a dedicated driver is required for USB audio playback up to PCM768kHz and DSD512. The driver can be downloaded from the official TOPPING website. Follow the on-screen instructions for installation. macOS and Linux typically do not require a separate driver.

6. Stiùireadh Obrachaidh

6.1 Gnìomh Bunaiteach

Image 6.1: A hand interacting with the multi-function button on the E50II's front panel.

• Cumhachd air / dheth: Press and hold the multi-function button for 3 seconds to power on or off.
• Taghadh a-steach: Briefly press the multi-function button to cycle through available inputs (USB, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth).
• Smachd tomhas-lìonaidh: Rotate the multi-function button to adjust the volume.

6.2 A’ cleachdadh an Smachd Iomallach

Tha an smachd iomallach a tha air a ghabhail a-steach a’ toirt cothrom goireasach air diofar ghnìomhan:

• Putan Cumhachd: Tionndaidh an aonad air / dheth.
• Putanan Taghadh Cuir-a-steach: Dedicated buttons for USB, Optical, Coaxial, and Bluetooth inputs.
• Meud suas/sìos: Atharraich an tomhas toraidh.
• Balbh: A’ cur às/a’ cur às do thost an toraidh claisneachd.
• Putan EQ: Cycles through PEQ presets.
• Putan Filter: Cycles through digital filter modes.
• Gain Button: Switches between Low and High gain modes.

6.3 TOPPING Home App Control

The E50II is compatible with the "TOPPING Home" app, allowing control from your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth. This app enables input switching, EQ settings, and volume adjustment remotely.

Image 6.2: Smartphone displaying the TOPPING Home app interface for controlling the E50II.

6.4 Gnìomh Bluetooth

Gus ceangal a dhèanamh tro Bluetooth:

1. Switch the E50II input to Bluetooth mode. The display will show "BT".
2. On your mobile device, search for "TOPPING E50II" in the Bluetooth settings and pair.
3. Once connected, audio from your device will be streamed to the E50II. The E50II supports LDAC, aptX-Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, and SBC codecs.

Image 6.3: A black E50II unit with a smartphone showing Bluetooth connection status.

6.5 PEQ (Parametric Equalizer) Function

The E50II features a 10-band Parametric Equalizer (PEQ) for precise sound customization. You can adjust frequency, gain, and bandwidth for each band. This function is accessible via the TOPPING Home app or dedicated PC software.

Image 6.4: Screenshot of the TOPPING TUNE FOR PC software interface, showing the 10-band PEQ settings.

6.6 Roimhamp Gnìomh

The E50II can function as a preamplifier, allowing direct connection to a power amplifier or active speakers. In this mode, the volume can be controlled via the remote or the TOPPING Home app, providing precise output level control to prevent overload or under-driving of connected equipment.

7. Cumail suas

• Glan an inneal le clò bog, tioram. Na cleachd innealan-glanaidh leaghaidh no aerosols.
• Cùm na fosglaidhean fionnarachaidh saor bho dhuslach is sprùilleach.
• Cùm an inneal ann an àite fionnar, tioram nuair nach eilear ga chleachdadh.

8. A ’dèanamh trioblaid

9. Sònrachaidhean

• Brand: TOIRT
• Modail: E50II
• Chip DAC: AK4497S
• Eadar-aghaidh USB: XMOS XU316
• Max USB Decoding: PCM 768kHz / DSD512
• Optical/Coaxial Decoding: Suas gu 192kHz
• Còdan Bluetooth: LDAC, aptX-Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, SBC
• Modh Toraidh Fuaim: Stereo
• Eadar-aghaidh toraidh: RCA (unbalanced), 6.35mm TRS (balanced)
• Eadar-aghaidh cuir a-steach: USB, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
• Feartan: 10-band PEQ, Preamp function, TOPPING Home App control, Top Sync circuit for low jitter.

10. Barantas agus Taic

The TOPPING E50II is covered by the manufacturer's or authorized agent's warranty regulations. Please refer to the warranty card included in your package for specific terms and conditions. For technical support, driver downloads, or service inquiries, please visit the official TOPPING weblàrach no cuir fios chun neach-reic ùghdarraichte ionadail agad.

Official TOPPING Weblàrach: www.toppingaudio.com