totaldac D1 server

[GuillaumeB]

Does anyone on here have any experience with the totaldac D1 server? I must say this looks very interesting indeed...

http://www.totaldac.com/D1-server-eng.htm

Some extracts from the website:

The d1-server has digital outputs exclusively, spdif and AES-EBU, so compatible with most DACs.
It is controlled from an Ipad.
The music storage is external to allow a maximum of flexibility. It can use ethernet discs (NAS) or USB discs .
The music files are ripped or copied from another computer to the external discs.

Embedded reclocker interfaces:
-192KHz asynchronous Xmos USB, RCA, optical and AES-EBU digital inputs, selectable from a remote control.
-44.1KHz, 48KHz, 88.2KHz, 96KHz, 176.4KHz and 192KHz, 16 to 24 bit formats supported on all inputs except 96KHz max for optical input.
-DSD (DoP standard) supported on the USB, AES-EBU and spdif inputs.
-an custom DSD to 176.4KHz/24 pcm can be activated or disactivated from the remote control.
-AES-EBU and spdif (RCA or BNC) digital outputs, only one of these outputs must be used at the same time.
-embedded custom clock with anti-jitter FIFO memory.
-69bit digital volume control, adjusted by a remote control and an OLED display. The remote control receiver can be disabled by a switch to dedicate the remote control.
-bit perfect signal path when the volume is set to maximum (0dB).
-phase polarity selected by remote control.
-display switched off by remote control or automatic.
-all unused inputs are completely disconnected (including the ground) to keep the optimum noise floor even when several sources are connected.
-external power supply to minimize the noise.
-aluminium and PMMA enclosure.
-power consumption 20W.
-dimensions: height 110mm, width 360mm, depth 290mm.
-power supply dimensions: height 65mm, width 122mm, depth 180mm.
-weight: 4kg.

Technologies:
The d1-server is composed of 5 key elements:
-the Totaldac d1-digital reclocker. It generates the spdif et AES-EBU, recognised for its sound quality.
-The 800MHz ARM based Cubox mini computer, a tiny and very low consumption computer, which generates much less electromagnetic pollution than a bigger computer.
This mini computer is completely shielded. Its software can be updated by simply changing the microSD card easily accessed on the back panel.
-A 5V ultra low noise power supply, herited from the d1-dual DAC design.
-The music player MPD running here under linux RT (real time), found to be best operating system for the sound quality after listening tests.
It is not necessary to have Linux knowledge to install and use the server, the tablet is the only interface for the user.
The music library is usually copied and organised in the NAS or in the USB disc using a Windows or MAC computer.
-The Totaldac USB cable/filter, recognised and tested in many different environments (this is an option).

Guillaume