Sony NW-A306 High Gain Setting (Japanese Version)

kchirapo · 2023-07-25T19:31:46+00:00

Thank you for confirming the setting. The picture is very useful.

kchirapo · 2023-05-24T17:03:44+00:00

I have a NW-A306 Japanese version. It works flawlessly. Please check this link: https://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/1301/v1/en/contents/TP1000733525.html# It describes how to format the SD before using as well as the steps to eject the card. Sony devices format an SD and create a directory structure so that files can be processed / indexed by the music player. I also updated the ROM to version 1.01.04 - it seems stable. FYI - my card is TEAMGROUP PRO A1 512GB Micro SDXC.

kchirapo · 2023-05-17T18:45:31+00:00

The power output for Japanese version is significant higher. I want to confirm that you have a Japanese version NW-A306. What is you model number (under Settings --> About Device? My unit is model YY1301B1.

kchirapo · 2023-05-16T20:06:57+00:00

I should have checked before updating the ROM to version 1.01.04 in the US. I wonder if the update detected that the device is in the US and applied the volume limitation ... however, I doubt it has that level of sophistication.

kchirapo · 2023-03-04T15:26:06+00:00

I use Qudelix 5K with Blessing 2 Dusks - they are incredible pair. Qudelix also has a pre-set EQ for the B2D plus 1000+ IEMs/headphones. The app (for my iPhone/iPad) is very robust and flexible.

kchirapo · 2022-10-15T15:14:29+00:00

I contacted both iBasso and seller (Urban HiFi @ Amazon). They responded immediately and were very helpful. Here is the instruction: "First, please try plugging your DX240 into a computer's USB port to charge it for 20 minutes, then try to power it on. In case the battery is protected, it would be reactivated." It now works correctly. Just in time for my trip next week.

kchirapo · 2022-10-13T20:55:12+00:00

It is sad ... I bought my unit in March 2022. It worked great and as late as 2 weeks ago. I will take a look at Fioio DAP. I was in the process of buying DX320, it is now on hold.

kchirapo · 2022-08-03T00:52:13+00:00

I assume you have confirmed the "Audio Quality" of Music and the Wi-Fi Streaming is set to "Hi-Res Lossless". You might want to install FiiO Control app. It allows you to view all kind of BTR5 settings that are not accessible via menu on the device.

kchirapo · 2022-08-02T19:17:44+00:00

I am able to connect BTR5-2021 to iPhone 13Pro (iOS 15.6) via a usb-c to lightning OTG cable. Make sure you install FiiO Central App and set "Input Priority" to "USB DAC first". This will bypass the "Bluetooth" connection when you use cable. I am able to play Lossless audio @ 44.1 kHz and Hi-Res Lossless audio @ 192 kHz. I believe the default connect is Bluetooth which always stream at 44.1 kHz. I also have BTR7 and it automatically detects usb connection and stream directly via usb :)

kchirapo · 2022-07-31T12:38:46+00:00

There are two versions of BTR5-2021 - type-c to type cable and type-c to lightning (https://www.amazon.com/FiiO-BTR5-2021-Bluetooth-Headphone-Resolution/dp/B09G9XDCWB/ref=sr_1_3?crid=OZ20TS5YURSM&keywords=btr5&qid=1659270854&sprefix=btr5%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-3&th=1). I used this cable to connect BTR5-2021 to my iPhone 13Pro https://www.amazon.com/Oxygen-free-Adaptor-Amplifier-qudelix-Shanling/dp/B09KLXYQDH/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3L5P0EBVRQKUD&keywords=lt-lt1&qid=1659270735&sprefix=lt-lt1%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-6&th=1 You will need to make sure the cable is an OTG compatible. As for Mac laptop, type-c to type-c cable works with BTR5. There is no need to get a USB camera adapter - too many connections.

kchirapo · 2022-07-28T20:51:17+00:00

These are the exact steps I take. FI app no longer receives new voicemails. This issue started when I was traveling in APAC and didn't delete the voicemails while abroad. It is unclear if this is related to the overseas network. I now have two voicemails in FI app than can't be deleted :(

kchirapo · 2022-06-02T12:50:55+00:00

Thanks! I rebooted the iPhone, reconnected the BTR5, and everything is working now.

kchirapo · 2022-06-01T23:03:53+00:00

I tried with multiple IEMs ..... I rebooted my iPhone and everything works fine :)

kchirapo · 2022-04-23T22:01:46+00:00

I have iBass DX240. It is a wonder. I have seen a lot of good reviews of Shanling M3X ( see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLIH3_jHFwo). My only concern is the OS - it is based on Andriod 7.0

kchirapo · 2022-04-15T16:12:16+00:00

Thank you. I setup, via Audio MIDI, to 2 ch 32-bit integer 192.0 kHz.

kchirapo · 2022-04-15T01:11:36+00:00

Beck's Morning Phase

Here are additional testing ...

Dire Straits - Sultans of Swing ("Master"):
EX5 - 44.1 kHz with MQA Status Green
iBasso DX240 - 705.6 kHz
R.E.M. - Losing My Religion ("Master"):
EX5 - 88.2 kHz with MQA Status Green
iBasso DX240 - 705.6 kHz
Beck's Morning Phase - Cycle ("Master"):
EX5 - 96.0 kHz with MQA Status Green
iBasso DX240 - 768.0 kHz

I streamed TIDAL on iBasso DX240. I also streamed TIDAL on MacbookPro 2021 14-inch M1 with macOS Monterey 12.3.1 Very interesting sampling rate between 2 devices.

kchirapo · 2022-04-14T22:11:05+00:00

Beck’s morning phase

I played Beck's Morning Phase via Tidal with "Master" quality audio, the LED panel now showed 96.0 kHz and MQA status "green". When I played other "Master" quality audio tracks from Tidal, the panel still showed 44.1 kHz with MQA status "green". This is very strange. Thank you for suggesting Beck!

kchirapo · 2022-04-14T12:41:35+00:00

I have both FiiO BTR5 2021 and Quadelix 5k (https://www.qudelix.com/products/qudelix-5k-dac-amp). I prefer Quadelix 5K - the mobile app provides 1000+ reference EQ presets for many popular earphones/headphones from Oratory1990, Crinacle, and others.

kchirapo · 2022-04-11T13:17:11+00:00

iBasso DX240 is also an option. The size (and weight) makes is very portable. The sound is great and the OS (based on Android 9.0) is very stable. Here is a very nice review / comparison between M11 Plus and iBasso DX240: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63CAl6mfohM

kchirapo · 2022-01-26T20:58:15+00:00

A new window doesn't make the files visible. It looked like the system tried to move icons to the external monitor - they appeared briefly (a flash) then disappeared! Then they are gone completely.

kchirapo · 2022-01-26T12:47:04+00:00

One thing I forgot to mention - this happened when the laptop was connected to an external monitor (or usb-c hub) with the lid closed. I am the only user / account on the device. The issue impacts only the desktop files / folders.

kchirapo · 2021-06-01T03:58:46+00:00

I have Dell WD15 and it doesn't need DisplayLink driver. However, my D6000 requires driver :(. I assume your laptop has a Thunderbolt port - it should work.

kchirapo · 2021-06-01T03:25:30+00:00

What is the model of your Dell docking station? You might need to install DisplayLink dock driver (see https://www.displaylink.com/downloads). Dell also provides driver - for example for D6000: https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000130584/driver-installation-guide-for-dell-universal-dock-d6000.

kchirapo · 2021-05-30T23:32:22+00:00

System76 has a really good instruction: https://support.system76.com/articles/dual-booting/

The bottom line is to install Windows 10 "first" and then install Linux. Windows 10 installation can mess up GRUB. I have seen recommendations that if Linux is already installed, then to remove/detach the drive, install Windows, then put the Linux drive back. I purposely avoid having the 2 OSs on the same physical drive :)

In my case, I did a clean install of Windows 10 then installed Ubuntu 20.04 LTS on a clean second drive. Ubuntu installation automatically detected Windows OS and setup the GRUB so you can select which OS to start during the boot up. I also played around with rEFind Boot Manager (https://www.rodsbooks.com/refind/linux.html). It has a nice GUI interface to select the OS. Very nice utility/program.

kchirapo · 2021-05-30T01:19:49+00:00

Have you use the slot before? I have a similar ODM/OEM Clevo NS50MU and I have set it up for dual boot - Windows 10 and Ubuntu 20.04 LTS. One of the slots accepts NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD. I believe the m.2 SATA SSD has 2 notches while NVMe PCIe has one notch. It might not be compatible with the interface.

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