The Connect AD12 is an audio converter that converts an analog stereo signal into a digital audio signal. Use this converter if you want to play the sound from a turntable or CD player on an amplifier, soundbar, or active speakers that only have digital inputs. The Connect AD12 makes it easy to connect modern audio equipment to older sound sources.
What does the Connect AD12 do?
- Converts an analog stereo signal into a digital signal.
- Works with Toslink (optical) and coaxial digital outputs.
- Sends the digital audio to an amplifier, soundbar, or active speakers.
When to use the Connect AD12?
Use the Connect AD12 in the following situations:
- Your turntable only has an analog output, but your amplifier or soundbar only has digital inputs.
- Your amplifier has too few analog inputs, and you want to connect an extra device such as a CD player.
- You want to connect older equipment (like a turntable with a built-in preamp) to new digital audio equipment.
Note: Your turntable must have a built-in phono preamp (RIAA) to work with the Connect AD12.
Advantages of the Connect AD12
- Easy to connect: Connect the analog audio output of your device to the Connect AD12 and the digital output to your amplifier or soundbar.
- Great sound quality: Thanks to the 48 kHz sample rate and high-quality ADC (analog-to-digital converter), your music sounds clear and full.
- Optical and coaxial simultaneously: The Connect AD12 sends the digital signal to both outputs, allowing you to choose which one to use.
How to connect the Connect AD12?
- Connect the analog output of your device (e.g., a turntable) to the input of the Connect AD12 (red-white/left-right).
- Connect the digital output of the Connect AD12 (Toslink or coaxial) to the digital input of your amplifier, soundbar, or active speakers.
- Ensure power: Plug the Connect AD12 into a power outlet.
- Check the audio settings of your sound equipment.
What to keep in mind?
- Check if your turntable has a built-in phono preamp. Without a preamp, the signal is too weak.
- Pay attention to the signal type: The Connect AD12 supports raw LPCM digital stereo signals. This means it only converts stereo sound, not surround sound.
Connect your analog sound sources to your digital audio equipment with the Connect AD12.
The Connect AD12 is the perfect solution for connecting analog devices, such as turntables or CD players, to modern audio equipment with digital inputs. With easy installation and excellent sound quality, you can enjoy your favorite music, even if your equipment has different types of connections.
