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...) using AUX IN 1-15 Connecting an EX-IrDA receiver...1-16 Connecting high-end headphones / headset...1-16 Connecting an active speaker set directly...1-16 Specifications...1-17 ASUS Essence 3
...) using AUX IN 1-15 Connecting an EX-IrDA receiver...1-16 Connecting high-end headphones / headset...1-16 Connecting an active speaker set directly...1-16 Specifications...1-17 ASUS Essence 3
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... injury from the apparatus. 11. The fuse used , use this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is 250V/1A. ASUS Essence 3 Do not use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to the power connector at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from...
... injury from the apparatus. 11. The fuse used , use this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is 250V/1A. ASUS Essence 3 Do not use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to the power connector at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from...
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...is sweat-proof and finger print free surface finish, an elegant color palette or smooth curvatures, it comes to material selection. ASUS Essence 3 Essence ST/STX was very popular in forums and user communities, leading us to conclude that the time was right for more diverse ...large team dedicated to designing and engineering audio products. Made for You Across all attributed to Essence One being in harmony with innovative material application and usage. Philosophy We at ASUS, recognizing that computers and digital devices are the major platforms for audio entertainment, started work...
...is sweat-proof and finger print free surface finish, an elegant color palette or smooth curvatures, it comes to material selection. ASUS Essence 3 Essence ST/STX was very popular in forums and user communities, leading us to conclude that the time was right for more diverse ...large team dedicated to designing and engineering audio products. Made for You Across all attributed to Essence One being in harmony with innovative material application and usage. Philosophy We at ASUS, recognizing that computers and digital devices are the major platforms for audio entertainment, started work...
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...additional equipment to determine how unbalanced the system is, making it extremely hard for non-pros to perform such task. ASUS Essence 3 It also supports up to 600ohm impedance • Most headphone amplifiers only support single-end headphones. FEATURE SUMMARY Ultimate audio...the use one DAC (digital-to prevent hysteresis loss. Exclusive remote-controlled stepped attenuator ensures precise and convenient adjustments • Essence 3 comes with a specially designed silicon strip to -analog converter) chip for ensuring minimal supply contamination and consistent power delivery....
...additional equipment to determine how unbalanced the system is, making it extremely hard for non-pros to perform such task. ASUS Essence 3 It also supports up to 600ohm impedance • Most headphone amplifiers only support single-end headphones. FEATURE SUMMARY Ultimate audio...the use one DAC (digital-to prevent hysteresis loss. Exclusive remote-controlled stepped attenuator ensures precise and convenient adjustments • Essence 3 comes with a specially designed silicon strip to -analog converter) chip for ensuring minimal supply contamination and consistent power delivery....
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...600ohm impedance + Remote-controlled, relay based stepped attenuator Toroidal transformer- Product Lineup Essence ST/STX Essence STU Essence ONE Essence ONE PLUS EDITION Essence ONE MUSES EDITION Essence III PC all-purpose Key Audience gamers/ audiophiles Headphone adventurers Entry-level audiophiles OP-... design Features with single-channel DACs Separate boards for analog, digita, and power circuitry minimize interference ASUS Essence 3 Customization Amps (LM4562 & JRC 2114D) Customizable tone characters with 3 swappable OpAmps (LM4562 & LME49720) Customizable tone characters...
...600ohm impedance + Remote-controlled, relay based stepped attenuator Toroidal transformer- Product Lineup Essence ST/STX Essence STU Essence ONE Essence ONE PLUS EDITION Essence ONE MUSES EDITION Essence III PC all-purpose Key Audience gamers/ audiophiles Headphone adventurers Entry-level audiophiles OP-... design Features with single-channel DACs Separate boards for analog, digita, and power circuitry minimize interference ASUS Essence 3 Customization Amps (LM4562 & JRC 2114D) Customizable tone characters with 3 swappable OpAmps (LM4562 & LME49720) Customizable tone characters...
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... with the shortest signal travel distance to prevent interferences. • Asynchronous data transfer A PC uses a different clock system from Essence 3 and hence a buffer will monitor the data speed such that when the PC clock is firing too fast, this is regulated... as a clock source (normally used . The 6 Op-amps for DC servo also helps to heat/temperature changes, which causes jitter. ASUS Essence 3 DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS Hardware highlights Power management • Independent L/R Power Supply With perfectly balanced L/R power supply, this minimizes power outage and ripples,...
... with the shortest signal travel distance to prevent interferences. • Asynchronous data transfer A PC uses a different clock system from Essence 3 and hence a buffer will monitor the data speed such that when the PC clock is firing too fast, this is regulated... as a clock source (normally used . The 6 Op-amps for DC servo also helps to heat/temperature changes, which causes jitter. ASUS Essence 3 DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS Hardware highlights Power management • Independent L/R Power Supply With perfectly balanced L/R power supply, this minimizes power outage and ripples,...
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... while doing audio playback, avoiding any sample rate conversion being played as its original sample rate without any potential quality loss during sample rate conversion. ASUS Essence 3 Bonding (ASD) technology for super low cross talk. • TI OPA2227P: This op-amp is designed with 2 columns of relays that supports up to reducing...
... while doing audio playback, avoiding any sample rate conversion being played as its original sample rate without any potential quality loss during sample rate conversion. ASUS Essence 3 Bonding (ASD) technology for super low cross talk. • TI OPA2227P: This op-amp is designed with 2 columns of relays that supports up to reducing...
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...6. Double-click Setup.exe. 5. Follow the on your optical drive. When driver installation is enabled on your computer. 10 ASUS Essence 3 Package contents This package should contain the following: • ASUS Essence 3 Hi-Fi USB DAC x 1 • USB cable ('B-A' type) x 1 • Power cord x 1 ...driver using the provided CD. To install the device driver: 1. In File Explorer, double-click the optical drive icon. 4. Insert the ASUS Essence 3 Support CD into your computer, perform step 2. 2. NOTES: • Driver installation is not enabled on -screen instructions to your ...
...6. Double-click Setup.exe. 5. Follow the on your optical drive. When driver installation is enabled on your computer. 10 ASUS Essence 3 Package contents This package should contain the following: • ASUS Essence 3 Hi-Fi USB DAC x 1 • USB cable ('B-A' type) x 1 • Power cord x 1 ...driver using the provided CD. To install the device driver: 1. In File Explorer, double-click the optical drive icon. 4. Insert the ASUS Essence 3 Support CD into your computer, perform step 2. 2. NOTES: • Driver installation is not enabled on -screen instructions to your ...
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AV Receivers - Home Theatre Systems - Desktops Standalone Digital-to -Analog Converter - DVD Players - Speakers and amplifiers iPhone / iPad / iPod Edit Hardware features Front Panel High-end Headphones and Headsets 5 6 78 9 ASUS Essence 3 11 Functionality USB Digital-to -Analog Converter - Laptops -
AV Receivers - Home Theatre Systems - Desktops Standalone Digital-to -Analog Converter - DVD Players - Speakers and amplifiers iPhone / iPad / iPod Edit Hardware features Front Panel High-end Headphones and Headsets 5 6 78 9 ASUS Essence 3 11 Functionality USB Digital-to -Analog Converter - Laptops -
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... right diagram). 8. Rear Panel 11 on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN 12 12 ASUS Essence 3 Input selection/Bit perfect indicator The corresponding LED will light up to select output device such as speaker or headphone. 3. Left Right 9. Input selection Press... off VR Bypass R R 56 79 EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE 8 10 AC IN 11 13 14 15 on Essence 3. 2. 1.
... right diagram). 8. Rear Panel 11 on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN 12 12 ASUS Essence 3 Input selection/Bit perfect indicator The corresponding LED will light up to select output device such as speaker or headphone. 3. Left Right 9. Input selection Press... off VR Bypass R R 56 79 EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE 8 10 AC IN 11 13 14 15 on Essence 3. 2. 1.
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... a 3.5mm stereo connector. 4. TOSLINK Optical Input This port is used to toggle between USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 audio support. Balanced XLR Output (Line-Out) The ASUS Essence 3 features true balanced (XLR) output and supports balanced XLR audio speaker sets and audio receivers. 2. RCA VR Calibration (R4) Turn to adjust speaker volume. 3. Ex... to the remote control. 5. Speaker Volume Press the button to calibrate RCA volume control. 15. 1. Power On/Off Input Press this port if the Essence 3 does not have direct line of sight to switch off/on a PC. ASUS Essence 3 13
... a 3.5mm stereo connector. 4. TOSLINK Optical Input This port is used to toggle between USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 audio support. Balanced XLR Output (Line-Out) The ASUS Essence 3 features true balanced (XLR) output and supports balanced XLR audio speaker sets and audio receivers. 2. RCA VR Calibration (R4) Turn to adjust speaker volume. 3. Ex... to the remote control. 5. Speaker Volume Press the button to calibrate RCA volume control. 15. 1. Power On/Off Input Press this port if the Essence 3 does not have direct line of sight to switch off/on a PC. ASUS Essence 3 13
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...a passive speaker system. 14 ASUS Essence 3 Connect the amplifer to the section Driver Installation. Install device drivers from the support CD. Connect the amplifier to one of the USB ports on the desktop PC or laptop. 2. Ensure that the USB LED is on. 3. Power on the Essence 3 and select USB input using...L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE Option #2: XLR connection AC IN Unbalanced Input L R R L Balanced Input Amplifier Passive Speaker System 1. Connect a USB B-A type cable to the Essence 3's rear USB connector to the Essence 3 using the front panel or remote control.
...a passive speaker system. 14 ASUS Essence 3 Connect the amplifer to the section Driver Installation. Install device drivers from the support CD. Connect the amplifier to one of the USB ports on the desktop PC or laptop. 2. Ensure that the USB LED is on. 3. Power on the Essence 3 and select USB input using...L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE Option #2: XLR connection AC IN Unbalanced Input L R R L Balanced Input Amplifier Passive Speaker System 1. Connect a USB B-A type cable to the Essence 3's rear USB connector to the Essence 3 using the front panel or remote control.
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Connecting digital audio input devices using AES / EBU / TOSLINK / COA Option3 on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN Option2 Option1 Digital Outputs Connecting an iPhone / iPad / iPod (Smart Devices) using AUX IN iPhone / iPad / iPod on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN ASUS Essence 3 15
Connecting digital audio input devices using AES / EBU / TOSLINK / COA Option3 on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN Option2 Option1 Digital Outputs Connecting an iPhone / iPad / iPod (Smart Devices) using AUX IN iPhone / iPad / iPod on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN ASUS Essence 3 15
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Connecting an EX-IrDA receiver IR Receiver on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN Connecting high-end headphones / headset High-end headphones/headsets Option #1 Left and right mini-XLR connector Option #2 6.3mm connector Connecting an active speaker set directly on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN Active Speaker System 16 ASUS Essence 3
Connecting an EX-IrDA receiver IR Receiver on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN Connecting high-end headphones / headset High-end headphones/headsets Option #1 Left and right mini-XLR connector Option #2 6.3mm connector Connecting an active speaker set directly on off VR Bypass R R EX-IrDA AUX IN L USB Audio EBU L AES TOS USB COA VOLTAGE AC IN Active Speaker System 16 ASUS Essence 3
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Headphone: 7Vrms Specifications Items Description Audio Performance Output Signal-to -105dB, 0.005% Noise at 1kHz@-3dB (A-Weighted): Balanced Output: 4Vrm Output Full-Scale Voltage Unbalanced Output: 2Vrms Balanced Output Headphone: 7Vrms Frequency Response (-3dB, 24- up to -117dB Weighted): Output Total Harmonic Distortion + up to -Noise Ratio (A-
Headphone: 7Vrms Specifications Items Description Audio Performance Output Signal-to -105dB, 0.005% Noise at 1kHz@-3dB (A-Weighted): Balanced Output: 4Vrm Output Full-Scale Voltage Unbalanced Output: 2Vrms Balanced Output Headphone: 7Vrms Frequency Response (-3dB, 24- up to -117dB Weighted): Output Total Harmonic Distortion + up to -Noise Ratio (A-
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Specifications LED Indicator One color LED Button Push Button Accessories Accessories OS Support White color LED 2-pin Tact switch Driver CD x 1 Remote control x 1 6.3mm to 3.5mm stereo adapter x 1 Audio Precision (AP) test report x 1 USB cable x 1 Power cord x 1 Mini XLR to XLR x 2 XLR to RCA x 1 RCA to RCA x 1 The Essence One supports Mac OS X 10.8 or later version without any driver needed. * Specifications are subject to change without notice. 18 ASUS Essence 3
Specifications LED Indicator One color LED Button Push Button Accessories Accessories OS Support White color LED 2-pin Tact switch Driver CD x 1 Remote control x 1 6.3mm to 3.5mm stereo adapter x 1 Audio Precision (AP) test report x 1 USB cable x 1 Power cord x 1 Mini XLR to XLR x 2 XLR to RCA x 1 RCA to RCA x 1 The Essence One supports Mac OS X 10.8 or later version without any driver needed. * Specifications are subject to change without notice. 18 ASUS Essence 3