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Rev 0 – Aug. 2011
Operating Instructions
Audio Format Converters
Key Digital
®
HD Spider Series
™
of Audio Format Converters are capable of
converting PCM Coaxial Digital Audio and Optical Digital Audio formats to Analog
L/R (KD-DAxAA) or Analog L/R Audio to PCM Coaxial Digital Audio and Optical
Digital Audio formats (KD-AAxDA)
KD-DAXAA
KD-AA
XDA
How to Contact Key Digital
®
Customer Support
For customer support questions please contact us at:
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Phone: 914-667-9700
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E-mail: customersupport@keydigital.com
Technical Support
For technical questions about using Key Digital
®
products, please contact us at:
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Phone: 914-667-9700
➔
E-mail: tech@keydigital.com
Repairs and Warranty Service
Should your product require warranty service or repair, please obtain a Key Digital
®
Return Material
Authorization (RMA) number by contacting us at:
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Phone: 914-667-9700
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E-mail: rma@keydigital.com
Feedback
Please email any comments/questions about the manual to:
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E-mail: customersupport@keydigital.com
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Table of Contents
About KD-DAxAA, KD-AAxDA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Application Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Quick Setup Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Important Product Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
How to Contact Key Digital
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
© 2011 Key Digital, Inc. All rights reserved.
Please read all instructions to ensure safe operation of the product.
About KD-DAxAA, KD-AAxDA
The HD Spider Series
™
Audio Converters feature the capability to convert audio formats
from Analog, PCM or Optical Toslink, to Analog, PCM or Optical formats.
Key Features:
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KD-DAxAA
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Converts 2-Channel PCM Digital Audio or Toslink Digital Audio to
Analog L/R Audio
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Supports 32, 44.1, 48, and 96 KHz sampling rates
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Auto Selection of Input source with priority given to Optical Audio
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KD-AAxDA
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Converts Analog L/R Audio to PCM Digital Audio and Toslink Digital Audio
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Simultaneous output of both Digital Audio Connections
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Supports 48 KHz output sampling rate
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Uncompressed 2-channel PCM (LPCM) digital audio output
Key Benefits:
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Format conversion enables integration full integration with Audio Amplifiers, Distributed
Audio Systems, and AV Receivers
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Ideal for source devices with limited output formats, such as AppleTV
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Space-efficient design enables easy installation and concealing
Accessories:
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External 5 Volt DC 2 Amp power supply
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Set Up Guide
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Connections: Application Examples:
Quick Setup Guide:
With the power supply disconnected, connect the audio source to be converted into
the connections labeled “Inputs”. Connect the “Outputs” to your amplification or other
components. You may power the device up at this point.
CAUTION: No other power supply adapter can be used with this unit! Using a power supply other
than the one provided by Key Digital
®
with the unit VOIDS THE ENTIRE PRODUCT WARRANTY, may
cause damage to the unit and associated equipment, and is a potential safety hazard.
KD-AAxDA
KD-AAxDA
KD-DAxAA KD-DAxAA
Input
Input
Output
Output
RCA for PCM
Coaxial Digital
Audio
RCA for PCM
Coaxial Digital
Audio
Toslink for Optical
Digital Audio
Toslink 2 channel
Optical Digital
Audio
RCA L/R Analog
Stereo Audio
RCA L/R Analog
Stereo Audio
Power
Jack
Power
Jack
Analog L/R Audio
Audio
Analog L/R Audio
PCM Coaxial Audio
Optical Dolby Audio
Multi-Zone Audio
Receiver 2
Receiver 1
Apple TV
KD-DAxAA
KD-AAxDA
5.1 Stereo System
Speaker Zones
Speaker Zones
Optical Audio
Toslink Optical Audio
PCM Coaxial
Analog L/R Audio
Laptop
or
Blu-Ray
PCM Coaxial
Analog L/R Audio
Audio
Analog L/R Audio
PCM Coaxial Audio
Optical Dolby Audio
Multi-Zone Audio
Receiver 2
Receiver 1
Apple TV
KD-DAxAA
KD-AAxDA
5.1 Stereo System
Speaker Zones
Speaker Zones
Optical Audio
Toslink Optical Audio
PCM Coaxial
Analog L/R Audio
Laptop
or
Blu-Ray
PCM Coaxial
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Settings:
KD-DAxAA Auto-Selection: When both TOSlink Optical and PCM Coaxial Audio
connections are made, the KD-DAxAA Audio Converter gives priority to TOSlink Optical
Input.
Specifications:
Technical (KD-DAxAA)
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Input: PCM Coaxial Audio on (1) RCA Female, Digital Optical Audio on (1) TOSlink
connector
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Output: Left and Right Analog Line Level Audio on (2) RCA Female
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PCM Input: 1vPP/75Ω
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Audio Format: 2CH PCM
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Sampling Rate: 32 KHz, 44.1 KHz, 48 KHz, & 96 KHz
Technical (KD-AAxDA)
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Input: Left and Right Analog Line Level Audio on (2) RCA Female
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Output: PCM Coaxial Audio on (1) RCA Female, Digital Optical Audio on (1) TOSlink
connector
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Audio Format: 2CH PCM
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Sampling Rate: 48 KHz
General:
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External 5V DC 2 Amp power supply
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Dimensions (L x W x H): 1.6”x 2” x 1”
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Weight: 2.75 oz
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Shipping Weight: 1 lb
Warranty
All Key Digital
®
products are built to high manufacturing standards and should provide
years of trouble-free operation. They are backed by a limited two-year parts and
labor warranty.
1. Read and follow all instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Do not use this device near water.
4. Clean only with dry cloth.
5. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
6. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
7. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
device has been damaged in any way including:
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Damage to the power supply or power plug
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Liquid spills on the device
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Objects fallen into the device
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Exposure to rain or moisture
1. Connect all cables before providing power to the unit.
2. Test for proper operation before securing unit behind walls or
in hard to access spaces.
3. If installing the unit into wall or mounting bracket into sheet-rock, provide proper
screw support with bolts or sheet-rock anchors.
Important Product Warnings:
Safety Instructions.
Please be sure to follow these instructions for safe operation
of your unit.
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