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Rega DAC problems

I'm having trouble getting my Rega DAC to lock on to a 24/192 feed from my Oppo 105 disk player.
I'm using Toslink connector and playing a Blu-Ray version of: Yes - Close to the Edge.
The DAC is showing 44.1-48K.
I've checked the settings on the Oppo and they look proper. Pressing the info button displays 24/192 as the sampling rate.
I tried asking Rega for help but Agon email address came back invalid.
What am I doing wrong?
128x128dweller
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rar1
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Did you try this email address for Rega ...

http://www.rega.co.uk

Rich
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mofimadness
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This is from the Rega DAC manual:

The optical system used for optical inputs 1&2 is nearing its
maximum at 192K. If you experience difficulties try the
following: Use a higher quality or shorter lead. When using
3.5mm jack outputs commonly found on computers and sound
cards etc. Try and use a mini Toslink optical 3.5mm
jack connector lead and avoid using a 3.5mm to full size
adaptor with a standard full size Toslink lead.
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dweller OP
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"When all else fails, consult the manual" -words of wisdom.

I'm using a glass fiber Toslink and should fall under the "higher quality" category. OTOH, it is three meters long.

I'll wait for a rainy day (long wait in 'Vegas) and experiment with shorter Toslink cable, RCA, etc.

I'd sure feel cheated if I can't get this to work.

Thanks for your responses.
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oddiofyl
3,889 posts
 
Did you try a coax connection for troubleshooting purposes?
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