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OR Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 What’s included? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Setting Up DragonFly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 For Use with Mac . . . . . . . .
DragonFly Red v1.0 – Flight Manual DragonFly Red is a USB digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed to deliver cleaner, clearer, more naturally beautiful sound from any computer, smartphone, or tablet. DragonFly Red’s unique design allows for playback of any file type regardless of resolution. Natively, DragonFly Red is capable of decoding 24-bit/96kHz data.
DragonFly Red represents the culmination of several new and exciting achievements. Over the better part of three years, AudioQuest and acclaimed engineer Gordon Rankin have been tirelessly developing sophisticated software solutions that have allowed us to implement a new, high-performance class of USB microcontroller. We have chosen to work with Microchip®, a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors.
Additionally, DragonFly Red is software upgradable. Our collaboration with Gordon Rankin and Microchip has now resulted in products that allow consumers to download new software if and when it ever becomes necessary. While we can’t reliably predict any necessary software changes, AudioQuest feels that it is important to provide long-term support for our customers and their investments in audio. Finally, we simply cannot overstate the significance of Gordon Rankin’s contributions to AudioQuest.
What’s Included? ¡¡ DragonFly Red v1.0 Asynchronous USB DAC ¡¡ Travel Pouch ¡¡ Flight Manual Supported Operating Systems ¡¡ ¡¡ ¡¡ ¡¡ Apple OS X® Apple iOS® Microsoft Windows® (7, 8.
Setting Up DragonFly DragonFly Red is designed to be “plug and play” with all major desktop and mobile devices and operating systems, such as Android, Apple, and Microsoft. No additional drivers are required for DragonFly Red to operate with any of these systems. Additionally, DragonFly Red is equipped with a 64-step, 64-bit, bit-perfect digital volume control.
Setup for USB Using “System Preferences” to send audio to DragonFly Red, while keeping alerts and sound effects on the computer’s speakers: 1. I nsert DragonFly Red into your computer’s USB port. 2. Open “System Preferences” from the Dock or from the Apple® dropdown menu (top left). 3. Click on the “Sound” icon. 4. In the Sound panel, click on the “Output” tab. Select “AudioQuest DragonFly Red 1.0.” 5. Click on the Sound panel’s “Sound Effects” tab. 6.
Setting up the “Audio MIDI Setup” so computer audio plays through DragonFly Red: 1. Open the “Applications” folder, and then the “Utilities” folder. 2. Within Utilities, double-click to open “Audio MIDI Setup.” 3. Within the “Audio Devices” panel, click on “AudioQuest DragonFly Red 1.0.” 4. Select, “Use this device for sound output” 5. Use the “Format” dropdown menu to choose a sample rate—most likely 44100.0 Hz. (See “Why is ‘Format’ important,” right.
Why is “Format” Important? CDs operate at a sampling frequency of 44100.0 Hz. Compressed MP3 and AAC music files and audio streams are typically encoded at three different quality levels—128kbps, 256kbps (iTunes Plus), and 320kbps—and are most often reconstructed as 44100.0 Hz files. Similarly, many music downloads and CDs ripped as Apple Lossless or FLAC files are reconstructed to 44100.0 Hz.
Apple OS X – continued Making certain that sound effects are routed to the computer’s speakers and not to DragonFly Red: 1. I n the already open “Audio Devices” window, click first to highlight “Built-In Output.” 2. Click on the gear icon drop-down menu. 3. Check that “Play alerts and sound effects through this device” is grayed out. 4. If it is not, click to select it so the now appears next to “Built-In Output.
For Use with Windows® 7, 8.1, and 10 Setup for USB Using “Control Panel” “Sound” settings to send audio to DragonFly Red, while keeping alerts and sound effects on the computer’s speakers: 1. Insert DragonFly Red into your computer’s USB port. 2. Go to Start menu and launch “Control Panel.” 3. Open “Hardware and Sound” panel. 4. Select “Sound.” 5. For USB: The AudioQuest DragonFly Red is added as “Speakers.” Ensure it is the “Default Device.” Select “Speakers.” 6.
(See “Why is ‘Format’ Important,” right.) b. For “Exclusive Mode,” check both options, then click “OK.” 7. For Windows 8.1: Click “Enhancements” button. a. Select “Disable All Enhancements.” 8. For Windows 7: Setting chimes and alerts to play through the computer’s speakers and not DragonFly Red: a. Select “Sounds” tab. b. For “Sounds Scheme,” select “No Sounds.” This prevents chimes and computer alerts from playing back through DragonFly Red. c. Enter “DragonFly Red 1.0” as your “Sound Scheme” (optional).
Why is “Format” Important? CDs operate at a sample frequency of 44100 Hz. Compressed MP3 and AAC music files and audio streams are typically encoded at three different quality levels—128kbps, 256kbps (iTunes Plus), and 320kbps—and are most often reconstructed as 44100.0 Hz files. Similarly, many music downloads and CDs ripped as Apple Lossless or FLAC files are reconstructed to 44100 Hz.
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For use with Apple Mobile devices DragonFly Red will work with Apple’s mobile handheld devices. In order to connect DragonFly Red to an iPhone or iPad and play music, an Apple Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter or Camera Connection Kit is required. For more info, visit http://www. apple.com/shop. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Plug the Camera Adapter/Connector into your Apple mobile device. Plug DragonFly Red into the Camera Adaptor/Connector’s USB port. Turn down the volume on your mobile device to at least 50%.
For Use with Android™ Devices DragonFly Red will work with most Android devices running on Lollipop OS (and some Android devices running on KitKat), provided that the device manufacturer has adhered to the USB specification and implementation, and supports audio over USB. To verify that your Android device complies with isochronous USB audio, download and run USB Host Check: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.tauruslabs. usbhostcheck.
2. 3. 4. 5. require a unique 5-pin USB Micro to 4-pin USB A (Female) adaptor. In order to connect an Android device in USB Host Mode to a DAC, an OTG adaptor must be used. See www.audioquest.com/dragontailOTG Select the appropriate cable for your Android device. AudioQuest offers a wide range of high-performance USB cables, with connectors suitable for Android devices (such as USB Micro and USB Mini). For more information, go to the USB Cables section at http://www.audioquest.com/digital-interconnects/.
Desktop Device Manager Application Available for Mac OS X and Windows 7, 8.1, and 10 The AudioQuest Desktop Device Manager Application allows you to identify your DragonFly’s serial number and software version to ensure that the device is up to date. In Order to install the AudioQuest Desktop Device Manager Application: 1. Go to: http://www.audioquest.com/dragonfly/app and download the latest Device Manager available for your operating system. 2.
¡¡ PLEASE DO NOT DISCONNECT YOUR DRAGONFLY RED DURING THE UPDATE PROCESS. Doing so can leave the DragonFly Red in a non-functional state. If, for any reason, your DragonFly Red is disconnected during the update process, or your computer unexpectedly shuts down during the update process, your DragonFly Red may be rendered unusable. To reset your DragonFly Red, click the Advanced button. (See below.
Take DragonFly Higher JitterBug USB Filter Our JitterBug USB filter employs dual discrete noise-dissipation circuits to reduce the noise and ringing that plague both the power and data lines of USB ports throughout your audio system.
DragonTail USB Extender Cable DragonTail is a USB extender cable that allows a USB device (such as DragonFly or a flash drive) to more easily and safely fit next to other occupied computer ports. Most importantly, like all AudioQuest products, DragonTail is designed and manufactured for low distortion and maximum performance.
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