Can I use headphones & RCA at same time?
DAC
Operation
micro iDAC2
Yes, they are usable at the same time. Further question: Will there be a decrease in sonics if both are connected? Answer: Very minimal.
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Can my DAC fully unfold MQA?
DAC
MQA (Master quality audio)
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All iFi MQA compatible DACs can do the last MQA unfold, thus fully unfold MQA master tracks. MQA renderer DACs do the last unfold and require Tidal etc. to do…
Read moreDSD filtering with filter switches on iFi products
DAC
Technical
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By its very functional principle, DSD has RFI of twice the maximum level of the audio signal and four times the nominal DSD “0dB” point between, 1.4MHz and 2.8MHz. DSD…
Read moreFrequency response for all iFi DSD DACs
DAC General Lifestyle
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All iFi DSD playing DACs have a -3dB point for around 75kHz / 90kHz (depending on the precise model) if the sample rate is > 96khz. At sample rates lower…
Read moreIs active noise cancellation inside?
DAC
General
micro iDAC2
You can say that the Micro iDAC 2 was actually the first shipping product with active noise cancellation (ANC), it was generally developed for situations where we do not want…
Read moreIs it compatible with smart devices?
DAC
General
micro iDAC2
Not by itself as it needs a USB power supply. Further question: Is the Apple device / Android USB audio class 2.0 compatible already? Answer: Yes but see individual FAQ…
Read moreRCA and 3.5mm outputs (fixed/variable)
DAC
General Operation
micro iDAC2
The RCAs are fixed output (ie: full volume) whilst the 3.5mm is variable output (ie: as a pre-amplifier/headphone amplifier). Engaging the 3.5mm activates its own powered circuit and the same…
Read moreUnplugging & reconnecting USB for established connection?
DAC
Operation
micro iDAC2
This is common. The iDAC 2 and the computer require a ‘handshake’ connection, once this is granted it is fine to use. Once this is dropped it requires this again.…
Read moreWhat are the Ohm specifications for RCA/3.5mm?
DAC
General
micro iDAC2
Audio RCA (2.1V @ 0dBFs, Load > 600Ω) 3.5mm Headphone (max 350mW/16Ω, 8Ω – 600Ω)
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Softwares
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Firstly, it should be stated that ifi’s USB driver is a safe and reliable software that will not cause any adverse malfunctions to your computer. There are generally three situations…
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