I cannot recall his name, but when I first reached out to Fiio months ago another user reported he was having all the same issues as me on his Surface. Following that others also reported the same problems but as the topics changed the problem was forgotten and never resolved.
I cannot recall his name, but when I first reached out to Fiio months ago another user reported he was having all the same issues as me on his Surface. Following that others also reported the same problems but as the topics changed the problem was forgotten and never resolved.
I cannot recall his name, but when I first reached out to Fiio months ago another user reported he was having all the same issues as me on his Surface. Following that others also reported the same problems but as the topics changed the problem was forgotten and never resolved.
Regarding USB connections issues, I can give a "workaround";
In the past I had several issues with new devices connecting to USB even though all other equipment's were ok; the best thing is to connect device go to Device Manager(if windows) validate Universal Serial Buses Controllers and check if there is any item marked with ! (for some devices like iphones) this will not show under that tab; Click on it and remove all drivers, since you may have an outdated drivers that is causing the device not being recognized;
Edit: There is another workaround which is a little more aggressive and time consuming that is to remove all drivers regarding USB Controllers, restart, Windows will detect host and reinstall drivers, and afterwards connect device
For surface 3 pro it is really a picky device regarding it USB port since it does not draw enough power, the best workaround is through a self powered usb hub or even through surface docking station;
Could be the USB chipset implemented in the X5iii. I have issues connecting it to my MSI Z97A Gaming 6 board as well. I believe I also had the issue with my HP Spectre X2 tablet. I have the least issues going through a USB 2.0 Hub. I sometimes have to disconnect and reconnect multiple times. When transferring music now, I just pop the MicroSD out and use the adapter that came with my Shanling M1 and pop that directly into the USB 3 port. No issues, and transfers MUCH FASTER to boot.
As I said I really like the sound on this X5III and now that I have the FiiO F9s connected the sound is amazing, it is like having my favourite headphones plugged into my ears.
Unless this one fails I will keep it purely for the sound, but it is very annoying that it will not connect to my laptop.
Regarding USB connections issues, I can give a "workaround";
In the past I had several issues with new devices connecting to USB even though all other equipment's were ok; the best thing is to connect device go to Device Manager(if windows) validate Universal Serial Buses Controllers and check if there is any item marked with ! (for some devices like iphones) this will not show under that tab; Click on it and remove all drivers, since you may have an outdated drivers that is causing the device not being recognized;
Edit: There is another workaround which is a little more aggressive and time consuming that is to remove all drivers regarding USB Controllers, restart, Windows will detect host and reinstall drivers, and afterwards connect device
For surface 3 pro it is really a picky device regarding it USB port since it does not draw enough power, the best workaround is through a self powered usb hub or even through surface docking station;
Could be the USB chipset implemented in the X5iii. I have issues connecting it to my MSI Z97A Gaming 6 board as well. I believe I also had the issue with my HP Spectre X2 tablet. I have the least issues going through a USB 2.0 Hub. I sometimes have to disconnect and reconnect multiple times. When transferring music now, I just pop the MicroSD out and use the adapter that came with my Shanling M1 and pop that directly into the USB 3 port. No issues, and transfers MUCH FASTER to boot.
The first was that for some strange reason, I seemed to have a magic cable because out of the multiple cables I own including FiiO's, that lone Anker Cable connected the X5III for a short while but now it does not.
I have a USB C converter that worked for while but after Windows Creator and FiiO update it stopped working.
Now I am stuck in the endless loop of connecting and then immediately disconnecting. But at least I can manage my music externally via an SD reader, it is annoying but at least it works.
Edit:
I wondered initially if my Dell was not delivering enough power from the USB Port so I purchased an inline USB multimeter that measures the voltage and current draw from the USB Port, thankfully it is working perfectly.
Those with the Microsoft Surface are unable to connect to many things actually, i know we used a lot of them at work and i'm in charge of the maintenance. Surfaces are terrible devices to avoid at any cost (unless you have a very basic usage of it with no expansions).
Curious... I have been using mine with an M9XX and a 3 TB external disk for music playback for the last year. Works fine. I guess I must consider myself fortunate.
I have not tried it with the X5III. I usually have it with me, but not today. Maybe Monday I can give it a try.
Regarding USB connections issues, I can give a "workaround";
In the past I had several issues with new devices connecting to USB even though all other equipment's were ok; the best thing is to connect device go to Device Manager(if windows) validate Universal Serial Buses Controllers and check if there is any item marked with ! (for some devices like iphones) this will not show under that tab; Click on it and remove all drivers, since you may have an outdated drivers that is causing the device not being recognized;
Edit: There is another workaround which is a little more aggressive and time consuming that is to remove all drivers regarding USB Controllers, restart, Windows will detect host and reinstall drivers, and afterwards connect device
For surface 3 pro it is really a picky device regarding it USB port since it does not draw enough power, the best workaround is through a self powered usb hub or even through surface docking station;
Hmmmmm. I am using a Surface Pro 4. AND, I have the devices plugged into to it port replicator thingy (can't call it a docking station...)
I will try the X5III with the dock... Monday.
Hmmmmm. I am using a Surface Pro 4. AND, I have the devices plugged into to it port replicator thingy (can't call it a docking station...)
I will try the X5III with the dock... Monday.
Hell froze over and i am playing X5 III usb out to iDSD BL using Hiby Music. Woooot! Its just been 5 minutes now.
Let's see how long this dream lasts.
Usb to ifi ?
From my experience:
Connecting X5 to computer as external DAC - not working because of faulty device. Exchanged by Fiio to the new one - working perfect. To be sure, borrowed from friend - was working flawless with stock USB cable from the box. USB3 port in my computer.
Connecting X5 to external DAC - as I know, not working in proper way by now. That was the main reason to sell my X5 III. Great sound, but.... Maybe I am perfectionist.
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had to apply only once the workaround.
