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User Manual for FiiO Q5 Bluetooth and DSD-Capable DAC and Headphone Amplifier Click to enlarge the picture
Contents of the user manual for the FiiO Q5 Bluetooth and DSD-Capable DAC
- Product category: Headphone Amplifiers FiiO
- Brand: FiiO
- Description and content of package
- Technical information and basic settings
- Frequently asked questions – FAQ
- Troubleshooting (does not switch on, does not respond, error message, what do I do if...)
- Authorized service for FiiO Headphone Amplifiers
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Product description The FiiO Q5 is a portable Bluetooth and DSD-capable DAC and headphone amplifier that delivers high-fidelity sound on the go. It packs a multitude of features in a compact and lightweight (at 6.87 oz) frame, and offers both wired and wireless connections for use with most audio sources such as smartphones, tablets, and computers. The Q5 employs audiophile-grade components including dual AK4490EN DAC chips for audio up to 384 kHz / 32-bit and an XMOS XU208 micro-controller chip to ensure connection stability and reliability when connected to most audio sources. A specially designed power supply provides each of the unit's major components with its own filtered and regulated power, resulting in a clean and natural sound, free from component interference. The interchangeable amp module design allows you to customize your Q5 with the appropriate amp module, based on the power needs of your headphones or your preferred sound signature. The unit ships with an AM3A amp module, which provides 2.5mm TRRS balanced and 3.5mm TRS unbalanced headphone outputs. The Q5 offers a comprehensive set of inputs including line, coaxial, and optical. Two USB ports let you transmit digital audio signal on one port, while accessing ample power on the other to ensure optimal sound quality. The Q5 delivers high-performance Bluetooth audio by passing the Bluetooth signal directly to the AK4490EN DAC chips through the XMOS chip, for a lower noise floor and reduced total harmonic distortion and crosstalk. A 3800 mAh, high-capacity rechargeable battery combined with intelligent power management provides up to 10 hours of operation when the unit is used as a DAC or as a Bluetooth receiver. The carefully surfaced, CNC aluminum body and backside polyurethane leather finish give the Q5 its minimalist and sophisticated look. Controls are designed for simplicity and intuitiveness with a protruding volume wheel that is comfortable to use. Gain and bass boost controls allow you to switch between low and high gain depending on how much power is needed to efficiently drive your headphones, as well as emphasize the bass according to your preferences. - DAC Chips
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- Dual AK4490EN chips
- High signal-to-noise ratio, low distortion
- Audio up to 384 kHz / 32-bit
- Native DSD up to DSD256
- Audiophile-Grade Components
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- Low-pass filter section employs two Texas Instrument OPA1642 chip
- MSP432 micro-controller offers precise audio handling with low power consumption for longer battery life
- Uses Panasonic film capacitors
- NJW1195 volume control chip
- XMOS USB
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- Uses XMOS XU208 micro-controller chip for connection stability and reliability when connected to most audio sources such as computers or smartphones
- Power Supply Filters
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- Contains seven, low-dropout (LDO) regulators, one each for the DAC, line-out, volume control, low-pass filter, amplifier, XMOS, and Bluetooth section
- Each section has its own power circuits for clean power
- Keeps your sound clean with reduced component interference
- Certifications
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- MFi Certified: Certified by Apple to be "Made for iDevices"—iPod, iPad, iPhone
- Hi-Res Audio Certified: Deemed to be truly "Hi-Res Audio" capable by the Japan Audio Society
- aptX Certified: Utilizes Qualcomm CSR8670 chip, supporting aptX high-fidelity Bluetooth audio
- Interchangeable Amp Module
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- Fully compatible with any FiiO amp module
- Choose amp module based on power needs of different headphones or different sound signatures
- AM3A Amp Module
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- Ships with the AM3A amp module
- 2.5mm TRRS balanced and 3.5mm TRS unbalanced headphone outputs
- Employs AD8620 wide-bandwidth JFET operational amplifier and OPA926 operational amplifier
- CNC Aluminum Body
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- Aluminum alloy shell is carefully surfaced with a CNC machine
- Rear of the shell is meticulously lasered for a minimalist and sophisticated look
- Sides of the shell are laboriously sandblasted
- Body is designed to resist electromagnetic interferences
- Backside Leather Finish
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- The rear of the unit is covered in polyurethane leather to protect against scratches, with style
- Ergonomic Design
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- Sized for easy handling
- Controls designed for simplicity and intuitiveness
- Protruding volume wheel is comfortable to use
- Two sloping ramps naturally guide your finger to the volume knob
- 45° notches and red ring on volume knob discretely indicate the position of the knob
- Play, pause, change track buttons, on the upper left
- ADC Volume Control
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- ADC mechanism aims to get rid of volume imbalance between left and right channels and unwanted noise
- Reconstruct the ADC curve for adjustment accuracy when changing the volume
- High-Performance USB DAC
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- Connect unit to a computer via included micro-USB cable and use as a standalone DAC/amplifier
- Supports PCM audio up to 384 kHz / 32-bit and DSD up to DSD256
- If using Windows, you need to install a driver to unlock full functionality (free driver download available on FiiO support page)—no drivers required for Mac
- Playing DSD in USB DAC mode may require certain specialty software
- High-Performance Bluetooth Audio
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- Bypasses Bluetooth chip's internal DAC for enhanced sound quality
- Reduced total harmonic distortion and crosstalk, lower noise floor
- WM-Port Support
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- Use FiiO L27 cable (available separately) to use the unit as an audio decoder for any device using the WM-Port interface
- Coaxial / Optical / Line Inputs
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- Includes a 3.5mm coaxial/optical/line-in combo connector
- Optical connector allows you to connect to any device that supports optical output, such as the MacBook Pro
- Line-in connector allows you to use the unit as a standalone headphone amplifier
- Dual Independent micro-USB Connectors
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- Dual USB ports ensure access to enough clean power without draining the battery, for optimal sound quality
- Micro-USB port on the bottom for transmitting digital audio signals and updating firmware
- Micro-USB port on the side for charging the unit only
- RGB Status Lights
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- Quickly identify what input is being used by taking a glance at the LED lights at the bottom of the unit
- Check battery life and charging statuses
- Gain and Bass Boost
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- Switch between low and high gain depending on your headphone's driving power requirements
- Toggle between bass boost on/off according to your preferences
- High-Capacity Rechargeable Battery
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- 3800 mAh rechargeable battery
- 10 hours of operation on a full charge when connected to smartphones or used as a Bluetooth receiver
- 10.5 hours of operation on a full charge when connected through coaxial input
- 20 hours of operation on a full charge when used purely as an amp
- Intelligent Power Management
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- Does not drain battery of computer or smartphone, when connected via USB
- When idle, the unit shuts down after 10 minutes
In the Box FiiO Q5 Bluetooth and DSD-Capable DAC and Headphone Amplifier AM3A Amp Module Short Lightning to Micro-USB Cable Long USB Type-A to Micro-USB cable 3.5mm Stereo Mini to 3.5mm Stereo Mini Cable Coaxial Adapter Optical Adapter 2 x Short Straps 2 x Long Straps Screwdriver Non-Slip Mat Carrying Pouch Limited 1-Year Warranty Table of Contents
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Technical parametersFiiO Q5 Specs | | | Sampling Rates | 384 kHz / 32-bit (USB in)
192 kHz / 24-bit (coax in)
96 kHz / 24-bit (optical in) | | Chips Used | DAC: 2 x AK4490EN
USB: XMOS XU208
Bluetooth: CSR8670
LPF: 2 x OPA1642
Volume IC：NJW1195
OP+AMP：AD8620 + OPA926 | | Inputs | Audio Input: 1/8" / 3.5 mm port (shared line / coaxial / optical in)
Digital Coaxial Input Port: 1/8" / 3.5 mm (shared line / coaxial / optical in)
Digital/Optical Input Port: 1/8" / 3.5 mm (shared line / coaxial / optical in)
Analog Input Port (LO): 1/8" / 3.5 mm stereo jack | | Headphone Output | 1/8" / 3.5 mm stereo jack | | Balanced Output | 0.098" / 2.5 mm | | USB Port | 11-pin micro-USB at the bottom side (for data exchanging and charging)
5-pin micro-USB on the left side (for charging only by default)
(Can be interchanged via App) | | Channel Balance | 0.1 dB | | Recommended Headphone Impedance | 16 to 150 Ohms (unbalanced)
16 to 300 Ohms (balanced) | | Gain | High and low | | Bass Boost | Up to 384 kHz/ 32-bit supported | | Volume Control | Potentiometer (ADC sampling) | | Power Supply | 5 VDC, 2 A (recommended) | | Battery Capacity | 3800 mAh | | Charge Time | ≤3.5 hours (5 VDC, 2 A, USB port on the side) | | Battery Life | >25 hours (aux in)
>10 hours (USB in)
>10 hours (optical in)
>10 hours (coaxial in)
>10 hours (Bluetooth in) | | Battery Indicator | Red light flashes when being charged
Red light goes off after fully charged
Red light flashes twice every 3 seconds when battery is low | | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2
Supports aptX, AAC, SBC | | MFi Certified | Yes | | DSD Format | DSD64/128/256 (USB in) | | Color | Titanium | | Dimensions | 4.9 x 2.5 x 0.6" / 124.0 x 64.0 x 16.0 mm | | Weight | 6.87 oz / 195.00 g (about) | | | | THD+N | <0.001% (1 kHz / 10 kOhms) | | SNR | ≥115 dB (A-weighted) | | Frequency Response | 5 Hz to 90 kHz (-3 dB) | | Channel Separation | >97 dB (1 kHz) | | Line Level | 1.8 Vrms | | | | Output Power | Output Power 1: ≥230 mW (16 Ohms / THD+N <1%)
Output Power 2: ≥160 mW (32 Ohms / THD+N <1%)
Output Power 3: ≥24 mW (300 Ohms / THD+N <1%) | | Output Impedance | <1.4 Ohms (32 Ohms loaded) | | Frequency Response | 5 Hz to 50 kHz (-3 dB) | | THD+N | <0.001% (1 kHz) | | Channel Separation | ≥73 dB (1 kHz, aux in) | | SNR | ≥115 dB (A-weighted) | | Peak Output Voltage | >6 Vp-p | | Input Level | 3.8 Vrms, maximum | | Output Current | 150 mA, maximum (for reference) | | | | Output Power | Output Power 1: ≥470 mW (16 Ohms / THD+N <1%)
Output Power 2: ≥440 mW (32 Ohms / THD+N <1%)
Output Power 3: ≥93 mW (300 Ohms / THD+N <1%) | | Output Impedance | <2 Ohms (32 Ohms loaded) | | Frequency Response | 5 Hz to 50 kHz (-3 dB) | | THD+N | <0.001% (1 kHz) | | Channel Separation | ≥99 dB (1 kHz, aux in) | | SNR | ≥115 dB (A-weighted) | | Peak Output Voltage | >10.5 Vp-p | | Input Level | 3.8 Vrms, maximum | | Output Current | 150 mA, maximum (for reference) | | | | Package Weight | 1.0 lb | | Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.0 x 5.0 x 3.0" |
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