User guide

Comet Computer DAC User Guide
Should I Leave the EXOGAL Comet with the Power On?
The EXOGAL Comet is designed to be left with the power on with no harm or wear to the unit. When
the Comet is placed in MUTE it will enter Standby mode after approximately 30 minutes, which reduces
power consumption dramatically. Leaving the power on allows the circuitry to remain in thermally
stable, which provides better performance and longer life. Careful listeners will notice that the sound
of the EXOGAL Comet will improve steadily after the unit is powered-up. A new unit will undergo more
dramatic changes when power is applied for the first time. If you turn off your EXOGAL Comet for
more than an hour, you will find that the unit will undergo similar, but less dramatic improvement once
power is reapplied.
Technical Specifications
Digital Inputs AES/EBU on XLR, SPDIF on 75Ohm BNC, Toslink, USB-B, Analog on isolated RCA
Analog Input One Pair Unbalanced RCA
Analog Outputs One Pair Balanced (XLR), One Pair Unbalanced (RCA)
Weight 8.5 lbs, 3.81 kg
Dimensions 1.875 x 7.45 x 11.5 in., (47.6 x 190 x 292 mm)
Finish Anodized Aluminum
Note: USB System Requirements
Apple – OS 10.6.4 or higher - No driver needed
PC – Windows XP SP3, Windows VIsta SP2 or higher, Windows 7, Windows 8
AES/EBU SPDIF Toslink USB-B
XLR BNC
16 bit X X X X
24 bit X X X X
32 bit X
44.1kHz X X X X
48kHz X X X X
88.2kHz X X X X
96kHz X X X X
176.4kHz X X X
192kHz X X X