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  1. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    As mentioned last week - I got one, and it has arrived over the weekend! First, the included DC cable fits my Mercury V1 without the need for any...
    Post by: Zachik, Nov 7, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  2. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    BTW when I looked up the FiiO PL50 earlier today - it was $109 (before tax) on AliExpress. Could not resist and placed an order! For $120 shipped...
    Post by: Zachik, Oct 27, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  3. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Found it. I placed it in the empty Meanwell box. Smart... :)
    Post by: Zachik, Oct 27, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  4. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Now if I can just remember WHERE that adapter was placed........ :rolleyes:
    Post by: Zachik, Oct 27, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  5. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    The DC cable that comes with it - fits Mercury as-is? Correct connector size and polarity?
    Post by: Zachik, Oct 26, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  6. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Michael - @tjmski already took one for the team... See post # 858 (in the previous page). For less than half the price - FiiO PL50 is more...
    Post by: Zachik, Oct 26, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  7. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Thanks! So now the dilemma is... Sbooster for $419 or FiiO PL50 for $150 (or neither)? Honestly, Mercury with stock switching PSU already sounds...
    Post by: Zachik, Oct 26, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  8. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Which LPS have you been using with the Mercury? Did you notice audible improvements? Someone mentioned last week he has been using the Fiio PL50...
    Post by: Zachik, Oct 25, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  9. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Agreed, but I think I recall the Mercury has a 20% tolerance (@Michael Kelly can you confirm?). So, 15V might be safe enough to cause NO real...
    Post by: Zachik, Sep 8, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  10. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    FiiO just announced a 12V / 15V LPS today! At $150 it is very interesting... https://www.fiio.com/productinfo/877926.html
    Post by: Zachik, Sep 8, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  11. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    @Michael Kelly - while waiting for the Mercury V2 PCBs, and other bits and pieces, are you making any progress on the DAC/Amp and/or LPS? ANY...
    Post by: Zachik, Sep 8, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  12. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Do you have a utility in mind for creating the closed microSD card? I was thinking about just having an image saved for "in case of emergency"...
    Post by: Zachik, Sep 8, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  13. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Just received the following lame response from Volumio: Dear Zachi, thanks for reaching out, here Davide from tech support The PI2AES unit you...
    Post by: Zachik, Aug 31, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  14. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Pi2AES does not, at least not more than DigiBerry or whatever other HATs they DO list... Does not hurt asking ;)
    Post by: Zachik, Aug 24, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  15. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Not having "Pi2AES" and/or "Mercury Streamer" options is ridiculous!!! I just opened a ticket with Volumio asking for that... Since I am not a...
    Post by: Zachik, Aug 22, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  16. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    If you need a volunteer to test the LPS, instead of letting it collect dust on your test bench........ ;)
    Post by: Zachik, Aug 16, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  17. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Looks VERY interesting. @Michael Kelly - any update on your upcoming LPS design? Much better form factor for the Mercury for sure... Edit:...
    Post by: Zachik, Aug 16, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  18. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Michael, tell us more!!! Any other changes, or just adaptable HDMI pinout? When can we expect to be able to buy one?
    Post by: Zachik, Jul 19, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  19. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    A reminder to anyone who's got a buyer's remorse... I am looking to buy a Mercury! Please contact me if you got 1 you'd be willing to sell. Thanks.
    Post by: Zachik, Jul 15, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  20. Zachik
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    Pi2 Design Idiot-Proof Ready-To-Go RPi/AES Streamer

    Michael - can you please provide more info on the AES issue and its solution? Does that issue affect beta units, and if so - can the beta units...
    Post by: Zachik, Jul 5, 2022 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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