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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2013 22:19:28 GMT
with the Ember on the way, i am now wondering what is considered to be the "weakest link" in my system? my hunch tells me it is the hiface2, and as i have had other issues with it/its drivers am considering alternatives. any recommendations? have been looking at this as one possible replacement...... www.audioaffair.co.uk/iFi-Audio-iLink-USB-to-S/PDIF-Converter/product_7583
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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2013 16:49:18 GMT
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Post by Javier on Sept 22, 2013 8:32:46 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2013 10:34:02 GMT
that is very interesting, thanks Javier. i suspect that would fit in the box i bought originally for my correction filter. am i right in thinking i just connect a digital coax socket to the "isolated" spdif output and its ready to go?
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Post by Javier on Sept 22, 2013 10:49:33 GMT
Correct, and you also get the benefit of future proofing should you decide later on to get an I2S DAC. That adapter can be powered either from the USB bus or from an external 5V PS. The only downside it has is lack of DSD compatibility but if you are not interested then it is a cracking piece of kit.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2013 10:58:34 GMT
i am gonna order one (i think). it makes sense to use my spare enclosure, and when its working i can get most of the money back by selling the hiface2. i do need to read up on 12s dacs, though, as i haven't got a clue about the pros and cons of them. thanks again Javier.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2013 16:48:02 GMT
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Post by Javier on Sept 22, 2013 16:53:44 GMT
Technically the XMOS based one (WaveIO) is better, is more flexible, has much more solid/reliable drivers and better support from the builder/manufacturer. If on a tight budget check ebay for CM6631a based adapters, there are a few decent ones.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 18, 2013 17:23:04 GMT
Javier is the waveio galvanically isolated fully? the info on website appears to refer only to the 12s output .
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Post by Javier on Oct 19, 2013 7:46:14 GMT
Simon the WaveIO has both SPDIF and I2S outputs, if you click on the board pic you'll see it has two SPDIF headers, isolated and non isolated.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 9, 2013 19:43:21 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Nov 9, 2013 21:45:05 GMT
btw if my issues with my hiface2 are driver related, then i guess the waveio wont solve the problem, as i already use the "luckit" driver with my hiface.
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Post by Javier on Nov 9, 2013 22:17:05 GMT
Simon,
There are a few differences between the two. The WaveIO is targeted at the DIY people and it requires some work from its owner if only givining it a case and most probably a linear PS instead of powering it from the USB bus. It has much better drivers for Windows and runs without drivers under both Linux and Mac. Finally, it is a true USB audio device fully async. The Musiland (I own the Musiland 02US DAC) is a finished product. They are good quality and great VFM but AFAIK they only work in Windows and they are not tru USB audio but rather rely on bulk transfer mode (HDD style) using a single carappy 12MHz XO. If it were me I'd get the WaveIO but I like DIYing. If you didn't need the SPDIF I'd get the Amanero which IMO is better than either of the above.
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PS. The WaveIO also offers onboard galvanic isolation (GMR) wich is a very important advantage.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2013 18:18:17 GMT
i think i already have a psu that would suit? its from an unused belkin usb hub. its 6vdc ,i would imagine this would be within the allowed tolerance for the waveio. its a heavy lump too, does not feel like a smps, weight wise. already have suitable enclosure (bought initially for my filter, but too small) and a psu socket. so all i will need is the spdif out . i guess with all this here already, i would be daft not to give it a go?
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Post by solderdude on Nov 10, 2013 19:49:02 GMT
Mostly these DC power supplies are unregulated and will only give 6V at their nominal current. In that case the unloaded voltage may well reach 9V (or more). Most of these hubs have an onboard 5V regulator so this isn't a problem.
I would measure the 'open' output voltage of the adapter before connecting it to anything and check if the device it will be connected to can handle a certain voltage range.
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