I got my DI-20HE back from loaner.
Can confirm I2S does not work in any configuration between DI-20HE and R26.
Also, I've mentioned this much earlier in the thread, but as a reminder neither did my Hydra-Z I2S work with R26.
They both worked with X26. I know Gustard changed the I2S configuration on the R26, but they had to of changed more than just how the pins are.
It has something to do with one of the NC lines (NC = no connect).
Basically, the R26 is stuck on DSD mode in any configuration settings with DI-20HE or Hydra-Z (and yes both those DDC have configuration for I2S).
So again it's not just a simple config issue, R26 has something funky going on with it.
Of course their U18 (also pictured) works perfect with R26 using I2S. But I find the built in ethernet on R26 is better than U18+I2S, so it's meaningless.
Kinda dumb, but whatever.
I just ordered a Holo RED DDC today, but I won't get it for 5-6 weeks. I'll update this thread then, on if Holo Red I2S works with R26.
EDIT:
Huh, I didn't read this before I posted. This is interesting, is this your direct experience, or did you read this somewhere else?
And if you did read it somewhere else, can you link me that original source?
I'm having quite the opposite issue. DI-20HE is stuck on DSD, not PCM.
If it was stuck on PCM that would be amazing, because I only play PCM music, and I have no DSD, or any desire to ever play DSD.
Bummer for me.
EDIT2:
Upon further reading in this thread, Jake2 was mistaken on the flip. According to
@JackJohnson316 it being stuck on DSD is normal.
Pins 15 and 17 need to be shorted for proper PCM flag.
Well, I'll be monitoring this thread for any manufacturers making customer I2S cables to fix this.