AYRE QB-9DSD - Manual (Page 12)

When your computer is powered on, the QB-9 DSD
will also enter the “Operate” mode. The display will
indicate “
- - -” to show it is ready to receive audio
data. As the music file begins to play, the display
will indicate the sample rate in kHz (e.g., “
96”).
When the music file stops, the display will revert to
“ - - -”. Turning the computer off will also place the
QB-9 DSD back in “Standby” mode.
Other operating modes are also available. Please
refer to the chapter “Optimization and
Customization ” for additional information.
AyreLink
The AyreLink communication system provides
integrated control functions for your audio system.
Linked components will turn on automatically, and
other features are also available.
Operate
When your computer turns on the QB-9 DSD D/A
converter, it will in turn automatically turn on all
other linked components that are further down the
signal chain, including the preamplifier and power
amplifier.
A properly configured linked preamplifier will also
automatically switch to the designated input when
the QB-9
DSD is turned on.
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