Headphone Seimbang Desktop HIFIMAN EF600 DAC & AmpManual Pamaké lifier

1. Bubuka

The HIFIMAN EF600 is a high-performance desktop balanced headphone DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) and amplifier. It integrates HIFIMAN's HYMALAYA PRO R2R DAC technology with a powerful headphone amplifier, offering versatile connectivity options including XLR, RCA, 6.35mm outputs, and high-resolution Bluetooth audio. Designed for home audio environments, the EF600 also functions as a headphone stand, combining functionality with a distinctive aesthetic.

Gambar 1.1: Hareupeun view of the HIFIMAN EF600 unit.

2. Émbaran Kasalametan

• Baca sadaya parentah sateuacan ngoperasikeun alat.
• Jauhkeun alat tina cai, beueus, sareng suhu anu ekstrim.
• Ulah nyobian ngabongkar atawa ngalereskeun unit sorangan. Rujuk sadayana jasa ka tanaga anu mumpuni.
• Pastikeun ventilasi anu pas di sabudeureun unit pikeun nyegah overheating.
• Anggo ngan ukur catu daya sareng kabel anu ditangtukeun.
• Adjust volume levels responsibly to protect your hearing.

3. Eusi Paket

Pastikeun yén sadaya item aya dina bungkusan:

• Unit HIFIMAN EF600
• Kabel Daya
• USB Cable (Type-A to Type-B or Type-C)
• Manual pangguna (dokumén ieu)

4. Fitur Produk

• HYMALAYA PRO R2R DAC: Features advanced R2R DAC technology for low distortion, low noise, and efficient power consumption.
• Powerful Balanced Output: Delivers 5.12W per channel, suitable for driving a wide range of headphones.
• Desain Termal anu Dioptimalkeun: Engineered with a tower case design for convection cooling, placing the center of gravity at the bottom and cooling at the top for stable operation.
• Konektipitas serbaguna: Includes USB-B, USB-C, Coaxial, RCA, and Balanced XLR inputs, along with XLR 4-pin balanced and 6.35mm single-ended headphone outputs, and XLR balanced/RCA single-ended line outputs.
• High-Resolution Bluetooth: Supports multiple Bluetooth codecs, including aptX-HD, for high-fidelity wireless audio streaming.
• Integrated Headphone Stand: The unit's design allows it to function as a convenient headphone stand.

Figure 4.1: Internal design and thermal management of the EF600.

5. Kontrol jeung sambungan

5.1 Panel payun

Figure 5.1: Front panel controls and indicators.

• Gain/OS Indicators: Display current gain mode (High/Low) and Oversampling (OS) or Non-Oversampling (NOS) status.
• Indikator Input: Show the active input source (USB/Coaxial, Bluetooth, RCA, Balanced In).
• Input Selectors (Left/Right): Buttons to cycle through available input sources.
• Kontrol volume: Rotary knob to adjust output volume.
• Kaluaran Headphone Saimbang XLR 4-Pin: Pikeun headphone anu saimbang.
• Kaluaran Headphone Tunggal 6.35mm: Pikeun headphone anu tungtung tunggal.

5.2 Panel tukang

Gambar 5.2: Sambungan panel pungkur.

• Antenna Bluetooth: For wireless Bluetooth connectivity.
• Input USB-B: Connect to a computer or other USB audio source.
• Input Tipe-C: Connect to devices with USB-C output.
• Input Coaxial: Input audio digital.
• XLR Balanced Input (L/R): Analog balanced audio input.
• RCA Single-ended Input (L/R): Analog single-ended audio input.
• XLR Balanced Output (L/R): Analog balanced line output to external amplifeers atanapi speaker aktif.
• Panyambung Daya: Pikeun nyambungkeun kabel daya AC.
• Saklar kakuatan: Pikeun ngahurungkeun atawa mareuman unit.

Figure 5.3: Front and rear panel overview with OS compatibility notes.

6. Setélan

6.1 Nempatkeun

Place the EF600 on a stable, flat surface. Ensure adequate space around the unit for proper ventilation, especially at the top, to facilitate convection cooling. The unit's design allows it to serve as a headphone stand, providing a convenient storage solution for your headphones.

Figure 6.1: EF600 used as a headphone stand.

6.2 Sambungan Daya

1. Before connecting the power cable, locate the AC 115V/230V voltage pamilih switch dina panel pungkur.
2. Ensure the switch is set to the correct voltage for your region (e.g., AC 115 for North America, AC 230 for Europe).


Gambar 6.2: AC Voltage Pamilih.

3. Connect the provided power cable to the power connector on the rear panel and then to a suitable AC power outlet.

6.3 Nyambungkeun Sumber Audio

The EF600 offers multiple input options:

• USB-B / USB-C: Connect your computer, smartphone, or other digital audio source using a compatible USB cable. For Windows 10 and earlier operating systems, additional drivers may be required.
• Koaksial: Connect digital audio sources such as CD players or media streamers via a coaxial cable.
• RCA Single-ended Input: Connect analog audio sources like preamplifeers atanapi phono stages using RCA cables.
• XLR Balanced Input: For high-quality analog balanced audio input from compatible sources.

6.4 Nyambungkeun Headphone atanapi Éksternal Amplifsters

The EF600 provides several output options:

• Kaluaran Headphone Saimbang XLR 4-Pin: For headphones equipped with a 4-pin XLR balanced connector.
• Kaluaran Headphone Tunggal 6.35mm: For headphones with a standard 6.35mm (1/4 inch) single-ended connector.
• XLR Balanced Output (L/R): To connect the EF600's DAC output to an external balanced amplifier atawa speaker aktif.
• RCA Single-ended Output (L/R): To connect the EF600's DAC output to an external single-ended amplifier atawa speaker aktif.

7. Operasi

7.1 Daya Hurung/Pareuman

Flip the power switch on the rear panel to the 'ON' position to power on the unit. Flip it to 'OFF' to power down.

7.2 Pamilihan Input

Use the Left and Right Input Selector buttons on the front panel to cycle through the available input sources (USB/Coaxial, Bluetooth, RCA, Balanced In). The active input will be indicated by the corresponding LED on the front panel.

7.3 Setélan Gain

The EF600 features different gain modes (High Gain, Low Gain) and Oversampling (OS) or Non-Oversampling (NOS) modes. These settings can be selected via the input selector buttons, and their status is indicated by the LEDs on the front panel. Experiment with these settings to find the optimal sound for your headphones and preferences.

7.4 Volume Control

Rotate the large volume knob on the front panel to adjust the output level of the connected headphones or line outputs. Start with a low volume and gradually increase it to a comfortable listening level.

7.5 Nyapasangkeun Bluetooth

1. Ensure the Bluetooth antenna is securely attached to the rear panel.
2. Select Bluetooth as the input source using the front panel input selector. The Bluetooth indicator LED will illuminate.
3. Dina alat sumber anjeun (contona, smartphone, tablet), aktipkeun Bluetooth teras milarian alat anu sayogi.
4. Select 'HIFIMAN EF600' from the list of devices to pair.
5. Once paired, the Bluetooth indicator LED on the EF600 may change status (e.g., solid light) to confirm connection.
6. The EF600 supports various Bluetooth codecs, including aptX-HD, for high-quality wireless audio.

Figure 7.1: Supported Bluetooth codecs.

8. Pangropéa

• beberesih: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit. Avoid using liquid cleaners or solvents.
• Ventilasi: Pastikeun yén bukaan ventilasi teu diblokir ku lebu atawa lebu. Périodik ngabersihan aranjeunna ku sikat lemes atanapi hawa dikomprés.
• Panyimpenan: Upami nyimpen unit kanggo waktos anu lami, pegatkeun sambungan listrik sareng simpen di tempat anu tiis sareng garing.

9. Cara ngungkulan

10. Spésifikasi

Gambar 10.1: Dimensi Produk.

11. Garansi jeung Rojongan

HIFIMAN products are designed for reliability and performance. For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the official HIFIMAN websitus atanapi ngahubungan layanan palanggan maranéhanana langsung. Simpen bukti pameseran anjeun pikeun klaim garansi.