HQ Audio STAR Pure DSD DAC User manual

STAR Pure DSD DAC
DIGITAL - ANALOG CONVERTER-MUSIC SERVER
DAC+ Music Server+Volume Control
Owner’sManual

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Contents
Thank you for choosing Quang Hao Dac.
Read this guide carefully to get the best performance
from this product.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Notice all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this device near water.
6) Only clean with a dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heating rods, stoves or other equipment (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarizing or
grounding plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one larger
than the other. The grounding plug has two blades and a third
serial bar. Wide blades or third prongs are provided for your
safety. If the supplied plug does not fit your socket, consult an
electrician to replace the old socket.
10) Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched
especially at the plug, power outlet and exit point of the device.
11) Use only the attachments / accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
12) Use only with the cart, bracket, tripod,
bracket or table specified by the
manufacturer or sold with the device. When
using a shopping cart, use caution when
moving the cart / device combination to avoid
injury from the beginning.
13) Unplug this device during lightning storms or when not in
use for a long time.
14) Refer to all services for qualified service personnel. Service
is required when the device is damaged in any way, such as a
damaged power cord or plug, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the device, the device has been exposed to rain
or moisture , does not work normally or has been removed.
Some note:
• This device is designed for systems with input
power: 220-230V AC.
• Before installing this device, make sure your
electrical outlet is safe enough, the devices in the
system do not have electrical leakage, maybe the
device will be damaged.
• Do not place the device in or near places where the
temperature and humidity are too high, as this may
cause damage to the system.
• When the power supply cord is broken, fire, break ...
must ensure the correct type of wire with the current
strength.
• Should turn on the device before turning on the pre-
amp system, amply, the system needs a certain time to
boot and ready to use - about 2 minutes.
• Do not place credit cards, lighters, or objects that are
DAC-Connect and install. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
General introductio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .4
Front - Back and features. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 5
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Remote Control-and Install The Features
Special Features.
Installing Features By Remote Control
Operate
Music Player Setup
Music Player Setup
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HQ Music Server-Server playing music. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 12
Music server connect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 13
Volumio Guide. . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .14
Volumio Guide. . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .15
Volumio Guide. . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .16
Volumio Guide. . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .17
Volumio Guide. . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .18
Playback music files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 19
Technical specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
PART II-MUSIC SERVER
Part I: DAC and advanced features
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3
OUT
XLR pin assignment
BA
or RCA cables.
F
Wall outlet
Amplier
AUDIO IN (R) AUDIO IN (L)
RCA cable
XLR cable
RCA cable
XLR cable
XLR digital cable
Optical digital cable
RCA coaxial digital cable
USB digital cable
ethernet cable
USB cable
Network USB-MUSIC
B
C
D
Connect XLR cables
Connect one of four cables.
C
Connected to
Music server
or computer
USB
ROUTER
NAS
MUSIC
FILES MUSIC
FILES
220-230 VAC
CD, DVD, HD player, Computer
RCA USB OPTICAL XLR
Connect Music server to DAC
USB*B*Type
Music server DAC
CAREFUL:
- Turn off the power for all devices before making a connection.
- Read the instructions of each component you plan to use with this device.
- Be sure to plug each plug securely. To prevent noise and noise, avoid the cable bundle that connects the signal with the AC
power cord or speaker cable.
Connect and install
PART I - DAC

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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
One DAC + one Music server + one Volume number with the
most advanced features.Always decode DSD with: DSD x 1 to
DSD x 8 with all different sampling inputs. STAR Pure DSD
DAC optimizes digital music sources to bring the very natural
sound quality, closest to the sound of vinyl records. STAR Dac
brings convenience and savings to audio players as well as a
markedly improved hi-end sound system.
Quang Hao products are designed in Italy and tested in
Denmark, made in Vietnam.
Please read this User's Guide before installing and operating
your device to make the most of its features.
DSD proved to be completely superior to PCM and
compressed music formats both in terms of parameters and
theoretical advantages. In addition, the DSD has a very high
sampling frequency, so it is only necessary to use simple filters
at low frequency during signal processing and decoding,
similar to the filters in the speaker crossover. . Reducing the
level of filtering will cause less difference in sound from the
original. Only filtering the signal at a low frequency also helps
the decoding process to achieve very high accuracy, less
noise, noise and distortion, thereby producing sound with
high, near-noise cleanliness like there's no background noise,
the same static background.
In our audio performance tests, we are always looking to be
sure of an objective result using many different people,
systems, and ears. This means that the results here are not
personal to me, to Andrea or Pavel Pogodin, and it is not as
subjective as many other trials published online.
All tests done proved the validity of this adapter, it was much
better than the Saber ES9018. The details are at the highest
level, there is no fatigue while listening and the spatial
reproduction is excellent.
In this design, we use CT7302 chip to receive input signals
such as; Optical ports, spdf, aes, I2S, I2s-USB are diverse
input options, with I2S output always on DSDx8- or DSD 512,
and behind is FIF filter with R2R resistors (alternative) DAC
chips), so the natural sound that most DAC chips do not have,
excludes some classic chips like AD1865, PCM63,
TDAC1541. This is a product combining classic and modern
design, Quang Hao-Pavel Pogodin- Andrea hopes to bring
you the most comfortable relaxing moments and enjoying the
highest sound with the lowest investment cost. !!!
DAC incorporates Rasberry Pi4 to become a dedicated
Music Server. Take advantage of endless digital music
sources, especially DSD64,128, 256 formats that are very
close to SA-CD sound. It is clear that time for using
expensive CD packages and SA-CD is over.
This Music Server will let you choose the highest resolution
audio files. Actually, DAC decodes all formats of digital
music files up to DSD 512, and plays the best DSD 256.
STAR Pure DSD DAC is a special digital converter that
does not use DAC chip including:
1- Coaxial S/PDIF - RCA phono coaxial
2- Optical - TosLink optical
3- AES/EBU - balanced
4- I2S- tr?c ti?p t? Pi4 ð?n DAC
5- USB 2.0 - Amanero USB
Signal input
1 x SE -
1 x Balance output- left and right channel
1 x DSD -32 bits Digital Volume Control
transformer left and right channel
Output signal
Remote on / off
• Automatic detection / decoding of digital input.
• 4 modes DSD x 1, x 2, x 4, DSD x 8.
• Analog output and preset options.
• Infrared remote control cast aluminum.
• Music player for other decoders.
Operation features
POWER: turn on/off
VOLUME: up/down
SELECTOR:Select input digital
MUTE: Mute
Front control function
POWER: turn on/off
MUTE:
USB:
RCA: Select input Coaxial S/PDIF
XLR: Select input-balanced digital
OPT: Select input torxl
I2S: Select the input I2S- Muisc server Pi4
Infrared control function
What is the difference between DSD and PCM?
Music server
Special characteristics and features
1- Do not use DAC chip.
2-Automatically receives input signals from 44kHz to
DSD512.
3- Gain setting (amplified output signal): 0dB, + 6dB All, +
6dB DSD, + 12dB, + 18dB
4- Decode 4 DSD modes: DSDx1. DSDx2, DSDx4, DSDx8.
5- Analgue output balanced and unbalanced. Use
transformer.
Computer: RASPBERRY PI 4
Software:
https://volumio.org/
Play all formats supported DSD256-512.
Play music from hard drive, from NAS drive ..
Listen to music over 100 radio stations in the world.
Play online music:
Airplay, Youtube, Spotify. Tidal, Google, Play
Squeezelite and UPnP, Tidal, Qobuz.
Play AirPlay music: iTunes, iphone, iPad ...
And many other advanced features.
Connect wifi, spread network, things by mobile phone,
ipad, computer
volumio

turn on / off and select input
A C
E
BReceiver control Led standby
D
1. Click: turn off the power
2. Rotate left or right to select digital input
1. Click: Mute
2. Rotate left or right to increase the volume
Rotate left to decrease the volume
volume up down and mute
Screen display
5
B
1345678 9 10 11 12 13 14 2
A B CD
A B CD
MUSIC SERVER Digital inputs Analog Outputs Power Supply
1
3
4
5
2
Lan network
USB input-MS
USB output to DAC
Coaxial input
USB input
6
7
8
9
10
Optical input
XLR digital input
RCA right ouput
XLR right ouput
XLR left ouput
11
12
13
14
RCA left ouput
Switch solid state and Tube
Fuse
Power switch
AC B
D E
FRONT - BACKSIDE AND FEATURES
FRONT
BACKSIDE

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3
2
18
7
6
5
6
SET PWR
CH+
CH-
MUTE
DSP
V+
V-
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
Balance/unbalanced
Logo HQ
Volume level
Display input
Show channel
DSD mode
Display frequency
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
dB volume
Install the features
Use the remote control to set and remember settings such as:
volume level, select input, invert channel to the left of right
channel output,
Select filter mode, Select filter frequency.
Using:
1. On the remote control, press:
SET, the screen displays: Setting. (see Figure 1)
2. Click the installation options button:
a, V +, V-: select output gain: 0dB, + 6dB, + 12dB, + 18dB
b, PWR: invert left and right output (L-R)
c, CH +, CH-: select the decoding mode DSD x1 to DSD x8.
When the installation process is as expected, press the: (Mute)
button to save all settings, then press the SET button to exit the
program.
Next, restart the DAC, and enjoy the music with the settings just
set!
Important:
The DSD decoding modes x1, x2, x4, x8 are great options to suit
your listening style and sound system. Experience it and enjoy it as
you like! Thanks
reverse (L-R)
DSDx8
save settings
install and exit
+dB
0dB
Unbalanced/balanced
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
DSDx1
For example: setting the largest volum mode
1. Return the volume to 0 dB.
2. Press the SET button on the remote
3. Press the MUTE button to save the settings.
4. Press the SET button again to exit the setting
mode.
5.Start DAC and enjoy the result.
The installation mode on the control
Figure 1
REMOTE CONTROL-AND INSTALL THE FEATURES
REMOTE CONTROLLER SET PWR
CH+
CH-
MUTE
DSP
V+
V-
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
turn on/off-standby
input selection
mute sound-save settings
Setting
volume up
volume down
Turn off the lcd
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
input selection
Note: Buy CR 2032 battery
and install the controller
before use
The scr e en disp l ays the i n stall a tion mo d eScreen display
Display

SPECIAL FEATURES
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STAR Pure DSD DAC is a special digital converter that does not use DAC chip with the following advantages:
1- Do not use DAC chip.
2-Automatically receives input signals from 44kHz to DSD512.
3- Gain setting (amplified output signal): 0dB, + 6dB All, + 6dB DSD, + 12dB, + 18dB
4- Decode 4 DSD modes: DSDx1. DSDx2, DSDx4, DSDx8.
5- Analgue output balanced and unbalanced.
When you see a lack of gain (the volume is too small when
the volume is turned up to near 0dB, use this advanced set
gain feature to set the gain as desired with 4 modes: 0dB, +
6dB All, + 6dB DSD, + 12dB, + 18dB.
A- Set gain as desired:
This is a DAC without a DAC chip that uses only FIR filters,
and the DSD decode mode is converted from the input chip
to the filter, thus making the most natural sound output.
Especially the DSD format brings full sound similar to coal
disk. With 4 modes: DSDx1, DSDx2. DSDx4, DSDx8 gives
players a diverse selection of products. We recommend that
you experience all 4 modes to fully enjoy this superiority.
DSDx8 is the recommended option.
B-Set the advanced DSD decode mode
How to set gain as follows:
Step 1: On the controller facing DAC, press the button: SET
Step 2: The display switches to the setting mode as shown
below
Bu?c 3: nh?n nút V+, V- qua l?i ð?ch?n gain hi?n th?trên
LCD: 0dB, +6dB All, +6dB DSD, +12dB, +18dB.
Bu?c 4: Nh?n nút MUTE ð?luu cài ð?t gain-tren man hinh
ch?Setting chuy?n thanh SAVE trong vai giây.
Bu?c 5: Nh?n nút SET ð?thoát cài ð?t va thu?ng th?c m?c
gain v?a ch?n.
Important note:
1- default gain is installed: + 12dB.
2- For the best sound, choose gain at: 0dB or + 6dB DSD,
which is the mode we recommend.
3- If you use Pre amplifier after DAC, you should set -10dB
and use pream volume - this is very important.
How to set the DSD decode mode as follows:
Step 1: On the controller facing DAC, press the button: SET
Step 2: The display switches to the setting mode as shown
below
Step 3: Press the CH +, CH- back buttons to select LCD
display: DSDx1, DSDx2, DSDx8- (look at the LCD screen to
select).
Step 4: Press the MUTE button to save the gain-setting on
the Setting screen to SAVE in a few seconds.
Step 5: Press the SET button to exit the installation and
enjoy the newly installed DSD sound.
When you see that the sound emitted from the left and right
channels is not right with the headphones, check the left-
right output connections correctly. If you have connected
correctly and the audio is in the wrong channel, you should
set it to the left and right by:
Step 1: On the controller facing DAC, press the button: SET
Step 2: The display switches to the setting mode as shown
above
Step 3: Press the SWP button back and forth to select the L-
R channel displayed on the LCD: reverse L-R or R-L
Step 4: Press the MUTE button to save the gain-setting on
the Setting screen to SAVE in a few seconds.
Step 5: Press the SET button to exit the settings and enjoy
the correct output channel as you like.
Set left channel reversal - right output: L and R
DAC has 2 output modes:
1- Unbalanced (RCA) SE mode.
2- Balance (balanced) BNC mode
3- Only one output can be used at a time: that is, when
using an unbalanced RCS output, the balanced output
cannot be used.
C- Balanced and unbalanced outputs
How to install balanced and unbalanced output:
Step 1: On the controller facing DAC, press the button: SET
Step 2: The display switches to the setting mode as shown
above
Step 3: Press the DSP button back and forth to select
Unbalanced or Balanced displayed on the LCD: Unbalanced
and Balanced back and forth
Step 4: Press the MUTE button to save the gain-setting on
the Setting screen to SAVE in a few seconds.
Step 5: Press the SET button to exit the settings and enjoy
the correct output channel as you like.
See more on how to set up features using the remote control page 8

INSTALLING FEATURES BY REMOTE CONTROL
TO GET THE HIGHEST EFFICIENCY
AND ENJOY THE SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE PRODUCT,
PLEASE STUDY THE INSTALLATIONS CAREFULLY
AND USE THIS PROFICIENCY AS A SKILL.
SET PWR
CH+
CH-
MUTE
DSP
V+
V-
Volum up
Volum down
Setting menu power on/off
1.Coax inout
2.Optical in
3.AES-EBU in
4.USB input
5. I2S input
Chang input
Mute
set to un-balanced
Amplification
level set 0dB,
+6dB,+12dB,
+18dB and
+6dB DSD only
SET PWR
CH+
CH-
MUTE
DSP
V+
V-
Volum up
Volum down
exit from
Setting menu
swap channels
L-R to R-L
DSD1x to 8x
save actual configuration
volum, DSD,
swap, bal, un-bal. and ampl.
Installation mode
Normal mode
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OPERATE
1. Turn on the switch after
the machine
2- Unzip the installation package and double-click
Install.exe to start the installation.
Follow the instructions. In most cases, you only need to
accept the default on the following screens.
Select Install, Next
OEM Combo384 Module
• No drivers needed for these operating systems. • See
restrictions in specification.
CAREFUL:
- Turn off the power for all devices before making a connection.
- Read the instructions of each component you plan to use with this device.
- Be sure to plug each plug securely. To prevent noise and noise, avoid the cable bundle that connects the signal with the
AC power cord or speaker cable.
2. Press the front SWITCH button or
press PWR button on the control
3. DAC starts after 1 minute
Information display screen
1. Turn on the power switch behind the DAC - Figure 1
2. Press the SELECT / SWITCH button on the DAC (or PWR button on the control) - Figure 2
DAC boots with standby mode 60s, the display is full of information - Figure 3
3. Turn on the amplifier and play music through DAC to enjoy the music.
INSTALL THE AMANERO USB DRIVER
A. Install on Windows computer
http://www.amanero.com/drivers.htm
1-Download the latest driver from Amanero's website
Run and install Combo384-ASIO32-select Next
B. Install on Mac / Linux computers
The computer has been installed with USB driver
and ready to use.
C. Install on Pi3 server-located in DAC
C. Install on Pi3 server-located in DAC
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3
SELECT /SWITCH
SET PWR
CH+
CH-
MUTE
DSP
V+
V-

The JRiver is more simple and with this configuration you can
play 44,88,96,192,384KHz, DSD files and SACD ISO.
download the last player: http://www.jriver.com.
it's best to buy a license for Jriver
A. Install Jriver on the computer
After installing Jriver on your computer, you set up the settings as instructed below:
1. R u n Jri ver a n d sel ect Tool/Options/Audio
2. Set up the following sections:
a. Audio Device: to choose Combo384 ASIO 1.03[ASIO]
b. Settings
Memory playback(not zone-specific) to choose: Load full file into memory.
Bitstreaming: to choose: Yes (DSD)
c. Setup is complete: Save
3. Ok- you've set up driver installation. Open music and enjoy the sound of DSD
B. Using Foobar2000
To use Foobar2000 much more complicated, we recommend that you do not use this software
You can follow the instructions on: http://hifiduino.wordpress.com
Or go to our website for more information: http://www.audiodesignguide.com/DAC32/index2.html
Or search for instructions on the internet yourself.
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Music player setup
JRiver DSD setting screenshots

The Audirvana is more simple and with this configuration you
can play DSD files and SACD ISO.
download the last player: https://audirvana.com/
it's best to buy a license for Audirvana
A. Install Audirvana on your computer
After installing Audirvana on your computer, you set up the settings as instructed below:
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Music player setup
Audirvana onMAC OS configuration:
Set up the settings

HQ Music Server
RASPBERRY PI B, B +
Software: Volumio or Moode audio
Play all formats supported DSD256-512.
Play music from hard drive, from NAS drive ..
Listen to music with 100 radio stations in the world.
Play online music:
Airplay, Youtube, Spotify. Tidal, Google, Play Squeezelite and UPnP, Tidal, Qobuz.
Play AirPlay music: iTunes, iphone, iPad ...
And many other advanced features.
Connect wifi, spread network, things by mobile phone, ipad, computer
MUSIC SERVER – GUIDE MANUAL
DAC Quang Hao product is not only pure DAC, but also has a Music server feature - a music player. With this feature,
HQ-Audio gives users maximum convenience in organizing, managing and performing music through an optimized
operating system for the device.
HQ uses the Raspberry Pi3 "microcomputer" for the music server part. Raspberry Pi3, Pi4 is rated and recognized as
playing music better than computers.
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MUSIC SERVER CONNECT
A. Connect to the Music Server
1. Connect Music Server to DAC with USB cable type A and B as shown below
2. Connect the hard drive containing the music file to the Music Server at the USB 3.0 port.
Note: (best to use in Mobile Hard Drives) type 2-4T of WD, Samsung, Toshiba ... and absolutely should not use
external hard drives (hard drives with Dock HDD) , because it is easy to cause conflicts and damage Pi3, Pi4.
DAC
Connect Music Server
ROUTER
internet
NAS
(Music File)
Tablet-smartphone
C B
USB cable
Music file
USB
A ethernet cable
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There are 2 ways to control music playback for Music Server: Wifi and Lan network:
1. When the network is not plugged in, after 2 minutes, the WiFi of the computer automatically turns on the wifi: volumio
Wifi connection is just a matter of convenience and not optimal for audio. It is wifi that is the biggest confounding factor when using electronic lights.
We recommend using a LAN connection - This is the best way to fully enjoy your music!
Es9038 Music Server
Hq-Tube Es9038PRO Dac
Hq-Flagship Es9038PRO Dac
DAC
C B
USB cable
Hard drive storage
music file
Using wifi of Pi is comfortable
but it is not the best optimized way for sound.
Tablet-smartphone
connect hard drive, dac-music server
ROUTER
internet
NAS
(Music File)
Es9038 Music Server
Hq-Tube Es9038PRO Dac
Hq-Flagship Es9038PRO Dac
Connect to the Lan network
A
ethernet cable
Tablet-smartphone
DAC
C B
USB cable
Hard drive storage
music file
connect hard drive, dac-music server
1.Way 1-Connect wifi
1. WiFi connection: - Do not use network
cables Lan-position A
1.1. Turn on DAC, wait for 2 minutes then
use smartphone, tablet or pc to connect
Wifi of DAC, password:
1.2. Use browser of smartphone, tablet or
pc (Chrome, Firefox, Safari..), enter
address and go
Before doing 1.2, you should clear history
and cache of browser for faster
1.3. Play music:
Volumio
volumio2
192.168.211.2
- The phone screen
will display the music playing
interface with the Volumio
displayed
2. Way 2- Best
2. Connect the Lan network to
Music server: - Connect the LAN
cable to position A - when using the
Lan Wifi network, it will automatically
disconnect. This connection can both
control the music and the network.
Only this connection can play online
music: Youtube, Spotify. Tidal, Google.
Stream music and Nas Drive.
Use the software: Advanced IP
Scanner (search on the network) and
install on the computer, phone and
turn on the selected software: Scan
the IP address, Address the newly
found Ip address (eg 192.168.1.99)

This is an overview to demonstrate the set up and common functionality of Volumio, the
audiophile audio player with Raspberry Pi.
Before you use this guide make sure you have a high quality DAC such as Quanghao- DAC to
enjoy the great audio quality.
This example uses iPhone. Setup using a computer or Android phone will be similar.
When starting up for the first time, a wifi access point called “volumio” will be available. Connect
to it with password “volumio2“. After connected to “volumio” wifi, below page will be shown. You
can change the language later.
Volumio Guide
Start DAC, wait 2 minutes. Using a mobile phone or Ipad connected to the DAC of the DAC is:
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Go to Network
Settings
Configure Volumio to connect to your own wifi Scroll down until you see your own wifi access point.
1. Connect to Wifi
You can see the user guide here: https://volumio.org/volumio-guide/

Volumio Guide
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Using browser
Go to http://volumio.local or http://volumio/
Using IP Address. You can check your IP address
With Mobile (Mobile Browser / iOS App / Android App)
2. Accessing Volumio device

Volumio Guide
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3. Copy music files to Internal Storage
After connecting Volumio to network, you can then access the storage directly from your computer.
With Windows: using file explorer, go to \\volumio.local
With macOS: using Finder > Connect to Server, enter server address smb://volumio.local , connect as Guest and mount “Internal
Storage”
With macOS: using Finder > Connect to Server, enter server address smb://volumio.local , connect as Guest and mount “Internal
Storage”
Go to Internal Storage, this is the micro sdcard on the Raspberry Pi
Copy your music files into Internal Storage
Go to Internal Storage, this is the micro sdcard on the Raspberry Pi
Using App or Browser (http://volumio.local) or http://volumio/
Go to Browse, select Media Library / Artists / Album and choose the songs you like to play
Using browser, go to http://volumio.local or http://volumio/ go to plug in settings. Go to “Search Plugins” and install the Spotify
4. Playback music files
5. Spotify Plug-in Setup and Usage
Under “Installed Plugins”, enable the Spotify plug in
and choose Settings and enter your Spotify
username or password. If you used facebook as
your spotify login, you need to create your spotify
login and password.
With macOS
using Finder > Connect to Server, enter server
address smb://volumio.local , connect as Guest
and mount “Internal Storage”
Go to Internal Storage, this is the micro sdcard on
the Raspberry Pi
If setup is successful, you will
see a Spotify icon in playback.
With macOS
using Finder > Connect to
Server, enter server address
smb://volumio.local , connect as
Guest and mount “Internal
Storage”
Go to Internal Storage, this is
the micro sdcard on the
Raspberry Pi

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You can then search with Spotify or use your playlists.
6. Using Airplay
Using Airplay is extremely easy with Volumio, make sure you your Volumio device and ios are on the same Wifi
network, then choose “Volumio” and airplay device
https://volumio.github.io/docs/
Note: You can see more instructions for use at the home page of Volumio:

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7. Spotify Connect
If you are a Spotify premium user, you are probably quite used to the spotify app’s user interface, whether it is mobile or on
computer. The idea is to control using Spotify App / Web interface and play on Volumio, so that you can enjoy Spotify audio in your
HiFi connected to your Volumio.
Here’s the instructions to setup:
Under plug-in, install the “Volumio Spotify Connect2” plugin. (Credit to @balzure and @ashthespy for this great work)
After installed, enable the “Volumio Spotify Connect2” plugin. You might also like to change the Settings such as start up volume
Using Spotify App, you can now see
“Volumio” under devices (or whatever name
you changed in Volumio)

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Playback music files
Using browser
Go to http://volumio.local or http://volumio/
Using IP Address. You can check your IP address
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Music playing interface

SPECIFICATIONS
Audio Outputs: 2 x RCA phono, 2 x Balanced XLR
Output Levels:
3.0V RMS fixed, 3.0V RMS Balanced.
Frequency Response:
10Hz to 20kHz +0.1dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.015%
Digital Inputs: 1 x Amanero USB
1 x Coaxial S/PDIF - RCA phono
Input Format Support:
PCM 16-24Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 76.4kHz, 192kHz.
Mains Power: 220V-240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: <100W
Dimensions (H x W x D):
80 x 380 x 435 mm
Weight: 10kg
Finish: Silver, black
Note: Specifications may be subject to revision.
Output impedance: (analog)
Resolution: DSDx1, DSDx2, DSDx2, DSDx8 32bits
undrer 1000 ohms
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E-mail: [email protected]
1 x Optical - TosLink optical
1 x AES/EBU - Balanced
Main DAC: Star Pure DSD
Support 44,88,96,192,352,384KHz PCM and DSD to play SACD ISO.
Full ground isolation from USB module.
Digiltal supply & Analog supply - LT3042-Ultralow Noise
PCM 16-32Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz
705.6kHz, 768kHz DSD DSD64/128/256 (DoP/dCS) DSD64/128/256/512 (ASIO Native)
PCM 16-32Bit /44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz,
705.6kHz, 768kHz DSD DSD64/128/256 (DoP/dCS) DSD64/128/256/512 (ASIO Native).
Music Server: P34, B+ Interface and music player software
Moodeaudio - Runeaudio - Volumio
Wifi: 802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN.
Ethernet: 802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN.
USB: 2 x USB 2.0 ports, 2 x USB 3.0 ports
Remote Control:
Spdif, Optical, AES/EBU:
USB:
The design team behind the works on separate
technical aspects of the project and are dedicated electronics
engineers with more than 50 years experience as audiophiles. This
ensures an open mind to audible phenomena.
The design team bring to their labors skill, pride and with an
unbridled enthusiasm which takes the engineering and critical
evaluation of Audio equipment to new levels, reflected in the
exacting standards to which every product is designed and
manufactured.
To ensure the highst standard of each Star Pure DSD, it will before
leaving the factory be verified and final tested to ensure the final
voicing. This verification is ensured personally by Hq-Audiodesign.
Star Pure DSD
Turn on / Set / Volume / Mute / Select signal channel
1 x I2S - direct to music server
2 Gb
USB: