MZ99 ZEN CAN Signature Headphone Amplifier User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- ifi
Table of Contents
MZ99 ZEN CAN Signature Headphone Amplifier
FUNCTION
Thank you for purchasing the CAN Signature from ZEN series.
The CAN Signature MZ99 is a balanced headphone amplifier optimized for Meze
headphones.
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Power switch
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Input channel switch
Input 1: RCA
Input 2: Single-ended 3.5mm
Input 3: Balanced 4.4mm -
PowerMatch selection: 0dB/6dB/12dB/18dB
We recommend starting from 0dB and then increasing the switchable gain level to attain an enjoyable and comfortable level of volume from the headphones.
Warning: at the outset do not use excessive gain, otherwise damage to hearing or connected headphones may ensue. AMR/iFi audio is not responsible for any damage/injury from misuse. -
Analogue Volume Control
At normal listening levels, the volume control should be around the 12 o’clock position. Increase the gain level to enjoy a higher listening level. -
Single-ended 6.3mm output
For connecting single-ended 6.3mm headphones. With single-ended 3.5mm headphones, connect with a 3.5mm to 6.3mm adapter. -
Balanced 4.4mm analogue output
For connecting balanced 4.4mm headphones.
Tip: As the Meze headphones use balanced design, we recommend the 4.4mm balanced output. -
MZ99 LED
Headphone corrections optimized for Meze headphones. -
XSpace Matrix LED
The XSpace Matrix(on/off ) recreates a holographic sound field. It is a pure analogue signal processing circuit designed for listening to headphones as if one was listening to speakers. This addresses the ‘music inside the head’ sensation, which makes for unsettling listening.
Tip: Sonically-hindering DSP is NOT used for Meze headphones nor XSpace Matrix systems. They use the highest-quality discrete components and operate purely in the analogue domain. Hence all the clarity and resolution of the original music is retained. -
Settings
This button chooses between:- Off
- MZ99
- XSpace
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Balanced 4.4mm analogue input
This is a balanced analogue input. -
Single-ended 3.5mm analogue input
For connecting single-ended 3.5mm input. -
RCA analogue input
This is an analogue input. -
Balanced 4.4mm analogue output
This is an analogue output via 4.4mm > XLR or other balanced interconnects. You could use this for an active speaker.
Tip: As the ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 is balanced, this is the recommended output. -
DC 5V power
Please connect the ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 to the enclosed power supply, the super-silent iPower2. The ZEN CAN Signature MZ99 must ONLY be powered by 5 volts.
Specifications
Input voltage: DC 5V/2.5A
Max Output:
Balanced: >15.1V/385 mW (@ 600 Ohm)
11.0V/1890 mW (@ 64 Ohm)
6.2V/1200 mW (@ 32 Ohm)
S-E: >7.6V/98 mW (@ 600 Ohm)
7.4V/870 mW (@ 64 Ohm)
7.2V/1600 mW (@ 32Ohm)
THD & N:
Balanced: <0.006% (@ 360 mW/2.4V 16 Ohm)
S-E: <0.005% (@ 100 mW/1.27V 16 Ohm)
SNR:
Balanced: >121dBA (@ 15.2V)
S-E: >120dBA (@ 7.6V)
Max. Input:
Balanced: 7.4V RMS
RCA: 3.8V RMS
3.5mm: 1.92V RMS
Gain: 0dB, 6dB, 12dB and 18dB
Frequency Response: 10Hz – 200kHz (-3dB)
Power consumption:
No Signal ~5W
Max Signal ~12W
Dimensions:
158 x 117 x 35 mm
6.2″ x 4.6″ x 1.4″
Net weight: 550 g (1.21 Ibs)
Warranty period: 12 months