Krell Vanguard Universal DAC
DESCRIPTION
Standalone DAC incorporating the latest in digital connectivity and technology
The Vanguard Universal DAC is the first standalone DAC from Krell in over 20 years—reigniting the Krell digital legacy, incorporating the latest in digital connectivity and technology. Enabling the Preamp option from the menu will add full volume control capability and it becomes the first digital only preamplifier from Krell coupled with classic Krell analog circuitry. The Vanguard Universal DAC is a perfect centerpiece for an all digital two channel system.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Technical Specifications
INPUTS
Digital Audio-
(1) EIAJ optical via TosLink connector
(1) Coaxial via RCA connector
Digital Video-
(2) HDMI
(1) USB-A(Front Panel)
(1) Bluetooth
(1) RJ45 Network Port
OUTPUTS
Analog Audio-
(2) Balanced via XLR Connectors R, L
(2) Single-ended via RCA Connectors R, L
Digital Video-
(1) HDMI with ARC
CONTROL/UPDATE-
(1) IR Receiver for Remote Control
(1) RC-5 via 1/8″ stereo “trs” Receptacle
(1) Ethernet via RJ-45 Connector
(1) 12vdc Remote Trigger Input via 1/8″ Mono Receptacle
(1) 12vdc Remote Trigger Output via 1/8″ Mono Receptacle
Audio Output Impedance-
Balanced: 150 Ω
Single-ended: 150 Ω
RC-5 pin out-
Tip = RC-5 data, Ring = +5 V, Sleeve = GND
XLR Pin Out Pin 1 (ground) Pin 2 (non-inverting “Hot”) Pin 3 (Inverting)
Maximum Output-
DAC only mode-
Balanced 4 Vrms
Single Ended 2 Vrms
Preamp mode-
Balanced 11.6 Vrms
Single Ended 5.8 Vrms
Physical Specifications
Power Consumption-
Standby: 6 W
Operation: 26 W
Dimensions-
Inches (L) 16.83 x (W) 17.06 x (H) 3.47
Centimeters (L) 42.76 x (W) 43.33 x (H) 8.81
Weight-
Unit only: 18 lb [8.16 kg]
As shipped: 24 lb [10.89 kg]