How to turn on the iDSD Diablo and adjust the volume?
Turn the volume knob clockwise to turn on the device and increase the volume; turn counterclockwise to decrease the volume and turn off the device.
What connections are available for headphones?
The iDSD Diablo offers a 6.3 mm single-ended output and a 4.4 mm balanced output for headphones.
How can the iDSD Diablo be charged?
Connect the device to a power source via the USB-C (5V) charging input; full charging takes about 12 hours with a standard charger and about 6 hours with a high-performance charger.
What digital inputs does the iDSD Diablo support?
The device supports USB 3.0 type 'A' and S/PDIF (3.5mm coaxial/optical) inputs.
How can the battery status be checked?
The LED indicator shows the battery status: white (>75%), green (>25%), red (>10%) and flashing red (≤10%).
What audio formats are supported by the iDSD Diablo?
The device supports DSD512/256/128/64, DXD (768/705.6/384/352.8 kHz), PCM (768/705.6/384/352.8/192/176.4/96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz) and MQA.
How can the iDSD Diablo be connected to a smartphone?
Apple devices require an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter; Android devices require a USB On-The-Go (OTG) cable.
What is the function of the Power Mode switch?
The Power Mode switch adjusts the output power with three settings: Eco, Normal and Turbo, to drive different headphones.
Can the iDSD Diablo be used as a preamplifier?
Yes, the unit has a 4.4 mm balanced fixed analog output that can be connected to an active speaker or amplifier.
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