[TooFrank]

So just to be absolutely sure: I have the BL constantly plugged into a power supply (iMac) doesn't harm the battery? The fully charged battery lasts about 5 hours now and as I mostly use the BL connected directly to the Mac and don't want to impose an increased risk of wearing out the battery.
thanks and happy new year

 

[gikigill]

Looks like my battery is dead. Anyone know where to get it replaced.

 

[lenkiatleong]

Looks like my battery is dead. Anyone know where to get it replaced.

I have similar problem where i thought the battery is dead. I used my mobile charger and charge it for a few hours and it's back kicking and alive.

 

[gikigill]

I have similar problem where i thought the battery is dead. I used my mobile charger and charge it for a few hours and it's back kicking and alive.

Not happening mate, it's dead. It's been on charge for 2 days now.

 

[drjjpdc]

As far as I know you can't. The Predator is sealed and can't be opened. However my Predator is at least 8-10 years old and my battery is probably passed on.

I found this link on our own Head-Fi link.

https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/ra...r those who think Ray,those who seek them out.

https://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0708/emmeline_predator.htm

 

[comzee]

I was gifted an iDSD-BL and I intend to use it as a dedicated DAC only.
I'm using SPDIF input to source the digital signal.

Right now I'm just powering it from my PC USB. But PC USB is dirty power.

Does anybody have suggestions for good USB linear power supply?

Doing my own research, this is the best I found < $200 (that's my budget for this, ideally cheaper):
https://shenzhenaudio.com/products/l-k-s-audio-lps-25-usb-5v-output-low-noise-linear-power-supply

Anybody else have suggestions?

 

[Makaveli6103]

I started to have issues recently where my volume will randomly change. It sounds like the power mode is changing but I am not changing any settings on the device. I think it is failing but has anyone else had this issue?

 

[curentatu]

can the idsd function without the battery, just connected to the pc as a dac ?

 

[drjjpdc]

can the idsd function without the battery, just connected to the pc as a dac ?

Nope from the ifi website;
By taking out the battery, the device will continue pushing power into the board instead of the battery, which will cause the device to malfunction.

 

[drjjpdc]

I was gifted an iDSD-BL and I intend to use it as a dedicated DAC only.
I'm using SPDIF input to source the digital signal.

Right now I'm just powering it from my PC USB. But PC USB is dirty power.

Does anybody have suggestions for good USB linear power supply?

Doing my own research, this is the best I found < $200 (that's my budget for this, ideally cheaper):
https://shenzhenaudio.com/products/l-k-s-audio-lps-25-usb-5v-output-low-noise-linear-power-supply

Anybody else have suggestions?

I have been plugging it into my Roon Nucleus for a few years with the USB power cord that comes with it. Prior to that it was plugged into an older desktop with the same cord. Still sounds great to me.

 

[curentatu]

Nope from the ifi website;
By taking out the battery, the device will continue pushing power into the board instead of the battery, which will cause the device to malfunction.

they can probably make it happen if they were to tweak the firmware.

 

[BS5711]

can the idsd function without the battery, just connected to the pc as a dac ?

@Thorsten Loesch might be able to guide you forward here, he designed the Black Label.

 

[KopaneDePooj]

Hi, was anyone able to DIY - replace the battery?
I found the model specs here, but not able to find where to buy.

PL-M10 li-ion polymer 4800mAh 3.7V

https://forum.hifiguides.com/t/ifi-idsd-black-label/1476/30

 

[TooFrank]

Hi, was anyone able to DIY - replace the battery?
I found the model specs here, but not able to find where to buy.

PL-M10 li-ion polymer 4800mAh 3.7V

https://forum.hifiguides.com/t/ifi-idsd-black-label/1476/30

No unfortunately not - I would also like to know where to buy a new battery

 

[gikigill]

https://li-polymer-battery.com/3-7v...p105274-4800mah-with-pcm-and-molex-connector/

This business does 5 pieces minimum so a group buy might be workable. I'll be in for 2 for both of my Black Labels.