HDV 820 Instruction manual
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HDV 820 Digital headphone amplifier Instruction manual HDV 820 | 1
HDV 820 Digital headphone amplifier Instruction manual HDV 820 | 1
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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... panel 8 Putting the HDV 820 into operation 9 Setting up the headphone amplifier 9 Connecting the headphone amplifier to audio sources 9 Using the headphone amplifier connected to a Mac/PC 12 Connecting the headphone amplifier to a power amplifier or to active loudspeakers 17 Connecting the headphone amplifier to the power supply system 18 Using the HDV 820 19 Switching the HDV 820 on/off 19 Connecting headphones 20 Selecting the audio...
... panel 8 Putting the HDV 820 into operation 9 Setting up the headphone amplifier 9 Connecting the headphone amplifier to audio sources 9 Using the headphone amplifier connected to a Mac/PC 12 Connecting the headphone amplifier to a power amplifier or to active loudspeakers 17 Connecting the headphone amplifier to the power supply system 18 Using the HDV 820 19 Switching the HDV 820 on/off 19 Connecting headphones 20 Selecting the audio...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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... -analog converter) firmware for your headphone amplifier and the latest driver for the reproduction of this instruction manual. Sennheiser is considered improper use /Liability This amplifier for dynamic headphones has been designed for music reproduction from analog and digital high-end devices such as SACD, DVD-A, Blu-ray or CD players or for your Sennheiser partner. HDV 820 | 5
... -analog converter) firmware for your headphone amplifier and the latest driver for the reproduction of this instruction manual. Sennheiser is considered improper use /Liability This amplifier for dynamic headphones has been designed for music reproduction from analog and digital high-end devices such as SACD, DVD-A, Blu-ray or CD players or for your Sennheiser partner. HDV 820 | 5
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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... white LEDs, the HDV 820 perfectly matches Sennheiser's HD 800 S flagship high-end headphones to deliver the ultimate audiophile listening experience. The amplifier can also process DSD256 files with a frequency of up to four dynamic headphones • 3 balanced headphone sockets (2 x 4.4...8226; Analog output: balanced XLR-3, level adjustable (for the ultimate in Germany 6 | HDV 820 With its design. The HVE 820 headphone amplifier The HVE 820 headphone amplifier The HDV 820 headphone amplifier is equipped with a high-resolution ESS SABRE32 DAC (digital-to-analog converter) that has...
... white LEDs, the HDV 820 perfectly matches Sennheiser's HD 800 S flagship high-end headphones to deliver the ultimate audiophile listening experience. The amplifier can also process DSD256 files with a frequency of up to four dynamic headphones • 3 balanced headphone sockets (2 x 4.4...8226; Analog output: balanced XLR-3, level adjustable (for the ultimate in Germany 6 | HDV 820 With its design. The HVE 820 headphone amplifier The HVE 820 headphone amplifier The HDV 820 headphone amplifier is equipped with a high-resolution ESS SABRE32 DAC (digital-to-analog converter) that has...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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Package contents Package contents HVE 820 headphone amplifier Power supply cable (depending on the HDV 820 product page at www.sennheiser.com. HDV 820 | 7 Contact your local Sennheiser partner: www.sennheiser.com > "Sales Partner". EU, UK, US, CN, KR) Quick guide Quick guide Safety guide Safety guide Microfiber cloth USB flash drive (SD-U16L version) with instruction manual (as PDF file) and driver software for Microsoft Windows operating systems A list of accessories can be found on region;
Package contents Package contents HVE 820 headphone amplifier Power supply cable (depending on the HDV 820 product page at www.sennheiser.com. HDV 820 | 7 Contact your local Sennheiser partner: www.sennheiser.com > "Sales Partner". EU, UK, US, CN, KR) Quick guide Quick guide Safety guide Safety guide Microfiber cloth USB flash drive (SD-U16L version) with instruction manual (as PDF file) and driver software for Microsoft Windows operating systems A list of accessories can be found on region;
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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...which is dissipated through the housing. For an optimal listening experience, Sennheiser recommends using the Input selection rotary switch. ▷ Switch your audio sources off before connecting the headphone amplifier. ▷ Select a suitable high-quality connection cable for your ...your audio source. Putting the HDV 820 into operation Putting the HDV 820 into operation Setting up the headphone amplifier CAUTION Risk of staining of 3 m. ▷ To connect the headphone amplifier to your audio source, refer to the headphone amplifier and switch between these connected sources...
...which is dissipated through the housing. For an optimal listening experience, Sennheiser recommends using the Input selection rotary switch. ▷ Switch your audio sources off before connecting the headphone amplifier. ▷ Select a suitable high-quality connection cable for your ...your audio source. Putting the HDV 820 into operation Putting the HDV 820 into operation Setting up the headphone amplifier CAUTION Risk of staining of 3 m. ▷ To connect the headphone amplifier to your audio source, refer to the headphone amplifier and switch between these connected sources...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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Putting the HDV 820 into operation A Connection possibility of your mobile HiRes audio player or smartphone. Information on how to set the audio signal of the connected device to ... DIGITAL IN (OPT or COAX) can be found on using . 10 | HDV 820 available from your specialist dealer) to 192 kHz). B C Requirements for connection to a Mac or PC can vary depending on the device you are using the headphone amplifier connected to the headphone amplifier ▷ More information on page 12. Sound menu* Digital sound PCM...
Putting the HDV 820 into operation A Connection possibility of your mobile HiRes audio player or smartphone. Information on how to set the audio signal of the connected device to ... DIGITAL IN (OPT or COAX) can be found on using . 10 | HDV 820 available from your specialist dealer) to 192 kHz). B C Requirements for connection to a Mac or PC can vary depending on the device you are using the headphone amplifier connected to the headphone amplifier ▷ More information on page 12. Sound menu* Digital sound PCM...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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... audio output device. Depending on the HDV 820 product page or at www.sennheiser.com/download. Putting the HDV 820 into operation E Connection possibility of the HDV 820. DSD Playback 12 | HDV 820 GAIN + ANALOG IN COAX DIGITAL IN R L ANALOG OUT R L ~100-240 VAC 50/60Hz L R Connection cables: 2 balanced XLR-3 cables Using the headphone amplifier connected to a Mac/PC You can...
... audio output device. Depending on the HDV 820 product page or at www.sennheiser.com/download. Putting the HDV 820 into operation E Connection possibility of the HDV 820. DSD Playback 12 | HDV 820 GAIN + ANALOG IN COAX DIGITAL IN R L ANALOG OUT R L ~100-240 VAC 50/60Hz L R Connection cables: 2 balanced XLR-3 cables Using the headphone amplifier connected to a Mac/PC You can...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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The output level can use the headphone amplifier as a preamplifier and connect it to a power amplifier or to active loudspeakers You can be adjusted via the Volume control. ▷ Switch your audio devices off before connecting the headphone amplifier. GAIN + ANALOG IN COAX DIGITAL IN R L ANALOG OUT R L ~100-240 VAC 50/60Hz L R Connection cables: 2 balanced XLR-3 cables HDV 820 | 17 Putting the HDV 820 into operation Connecting the headphone amplifier to a power amplifier or to active loudspeakers using analog XLR-3 cables. BAL BAL UNBAL OPT USB BAL R L R -
The output level can use the headphone amplifier as a preamplifier and connect it to a power amplifier or to active loudspeakers You can be adjusted via the Volume control. ▷ Switch your audio devices off before connecting the headphone amplifier. GAIN + ANALOG IN COAX DIGITAL IN R L ANALOG OUT R L ~100-240 VAC 50/60Hz L R Connection cables: 2 balanced XLR-3 cables HDV 820 | 17 Putting the HDV 820 into operation Connecting the headphone amplifier to a power amplifier or to active loudspeakers using analog XLR-3 cables. BAL BAL UNBAL OPT USB BAL R L R -
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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... mains socket and a wall socket. ~100-240 VAC 50/60Hz BAL R L ANALOG OUT To completely disconnect the headphone amplifier from the power supply system: ▷ Unplug the power supply unit from the wall socket. 18 | HDV 820 If you connect to an unsuitable power supply, the product can be damaged. ▷ Use a suitable power...
... mains socket and a wall socket. ~100-240 VAC 50/60Hz BAL R L ANALOG OUT To completely disconnect the headphone amplifier from the power supply system: ▷ Unplug the power supply unit from the wall socket. 18 | HDV 820 If you connect to an unsuitable power supply, the product can be damaged. ▷ Use a suitable power...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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...▷ Unplug the power plug from the wall socket, HDV 820 | 19 To switch the HDV 820 on: ▷ Press the on /off button is backlit in white. When the headphone amplifier is switched on, the on /off button. To switch the HDV 820 off after use: ▷ Press the on /off ...defects. ▷ Before putting your headphones on, adjust the volume to a low level (see page 22). ▷ Do not continuously expose yourself to high volume levels. The headphone amplifier and all LEDs go off. ON OFF Using the HDV 820 Using the HDV 820 Switching the HDV 820 on /off button. Listening at...
...▷ Unplug the power plug from the wall socket, HDV 820 | 19 To switch the HDV 820 on: ▷ Press the on /off button is backlit in white. When the headphone amplifier is switched on, the on /off button. To switch the HDV 820 off after use: ▷ Press the on /off ...defects. ▷ Before putting your headphones on, adjust the volume to a low level (see page 22). ▷ Do not continuously expose yourself to high volume levels. The headphone amplifier and all LEDs go off. ON OFF Using the HDV 820 Using the HDV 820 Switching the HDV 820 on /off button. Listening at...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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...first set the volume on the headphone amplifier to a low level (see page 12) Optical (digital) Coaxial (digital) RCA (analog) XLR-3 (analog) HDV 820 | 21 different pieces of hearing damage! oSelection USB OPT COAX UNBAL BAL Selected audio source on the headphone amplifier USB (digital), the DSD reproduction ...LED might also light up white, indicating the selected audio source. Using the HDV 820 Selecting the audio source WARNING Danger of music on different CDs/sound...
...first set the volume on the headphone amplifier to a low level (see page 12) Optical (digital) Coaxial (digital) RCA (analog) XLR-3 (analog) HDV 820 | 21 different pieces of hearing damage! oSelection USB OPT COAX UNBAL BAL Selected audio source on the headphone amplifier USB (digital), the DSD reproduction ...LED might also light up white, indicating the selected audio source. Using the HDV 820 Selecting the audio source WARNING Danger of music on different CDs/sound...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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The volume setting applies to the headphone connections and the audio outputs (ANALOG OUT). Listening at high volume levels for long periods of time can use the input gain rotary switch to ... continuously expose yourself to high volume levels. ▷ Use the Volume control to adjust the desired volume. Using the HDV 820 Adjusting the signal level of the RCA input (UNBAL) In order to optimally set the gain of the headphone amplifier, you have connected several identical headphones to the headphone amplifier, the volume setting applies to all...
The volume setting applies to the headphone connections and the audio outputs (ANALOG OUT). Listening at high volume levels for long periods of time can use the input gain rotary switch to ... continuously expose yourself to high volume levels. ▷ Use the Volume control to adjust the desired volume. Using the HDV 820 Adjusting the signal level of the RCA input (UNBAL) In order to optimally set the gain of the headphone amplifier, you have connected several identical headphones to the headphone amplifier, the volume setting applies to all...
HDV 820 Instruction manual
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... audio source to PCM - If a problem occurs that is not listed in your Sennheiser partner for assistance. The headphone plug is adjusted to the headphone amplifier. The USB cable is not sufficiently shielded Use a USB cable that is at www.sennheiser.com > "Service & Support". 24 | HDV 820 The volume is not properly connected Properly connect the 20...
... audio source to PCM - If a problem occurs that is not listed in your Sennheiser partner for assistance. The headphone plug is adjusted to the headphone amplifier. The USB cable is not sufficiently shielded Use a USB cable that is at www.sennheiser.com > "Service & Support". 24 | HDV 820 The volume is not properly connected Properly connect the 20...
HDV 820 Safety Guide
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...observe the legal regulations on it and then deleted using a standard delete method can use /Liability This amplifier for dynamic headphones has been designed for your Sennheiser partner. potentially hazardous substances contained in this warranty excludes, limits or modifies any liability of claiming the...is sold/passed on or disposed of their respective holders. Refer all servicing to -analog converter) firmware for your headphone amplifier and the latest driver for any other products that these products. Permanent hearing damage may be the trademarks or registered ...
...observe the legal regulations on it and then deleted using a standard delete method can use /Liability This amplifier for dynamic headphones has been designed for your Sennheiser partner. potentially hazardous substances contained in this warranty excludes, limits or modifies any liability of claiming the...is sold/passed on or disposed of their respective holders. Refer all servicing to -analog converter) firmware for your headphone amplifier and the latest driver for any other products that these products. Permanent hearing damage may be the trademarks or registered ...
