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How to power down a Nuforce DAC-9 by remote?

I hope someone can help. I am a newbie and am trying to figure out how to turn on/off a Nuforce DAC-9 by remote control.
1. Does the remote supplied by Nuforce have an on/off button I have overlooked?
2. Does anyone know the discrete codes that could be used to power Nuforce unit on/off using a programmable URC universal remote control?
3. What is the cheapest device the Nuforce could be plugged into so the Nuforce unit could be controlled by IR or IR to RF using a programmable URC remote control?
I appreciate your efforts and expertise.
utrxdlr
zd542
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Its probably meant to be left on all the time. Its very common to leave things like CD players, dac's, SS preamps....., powered up for long periods of time. If you're not sure, just ask NuForce. They may even mention this in your owners manual.
utrxdlr OP
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C'mon guys,

You'll are letting me down.

I do have 3 programmable remotes (MX-980's) in case I decide to throw a remote at the power button. With the toggle button on the back, I would need a boomerang.

Plugging into the receiver (Krell S-1200u) isn't possible.

Yes, I realize I could leave it powered up, but that's why I posted my question. I thought there we had a group of experts on this site. C'mon Guys!!!!
zd542
5,339 posts
 
"Yes, I realize I could leave it powered up, but that's why I posted my question. I thought there we had a group of experts on this site. C'mon Guys!!!!"

I gave you the right answer in my last post. Most SS digital gear is meant to be left on all the time. The idea does make some people nervous so that's why I said to check with NuForce so that you'll have piece of mind. I have 3 CD players; Wadia 861, 302, and an Arcam 33. They all get left on 24/7.
loomisjohnson
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get a smart strip power strip ($25 on amazon) and plug your receiver into the "control" outlet and your dac into a "switched" outlet. that way you can use your receiver remote to turn the dac on and off.
utrxdlr OP
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Thanks Loomis.

I appreciate you taking the time in understanding my problem and formulizing a viable solution. I found the Smart strip product as a wonderful alternative if IR control for power functions cannot be established.

As for as whether leaving DAC's on 24/7 will "probably" always be a topic of discussion with "most" people disagreeing. Although I have emailed Nuforce, I realize their information will be a recommendation and not always the "right" answer.
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