Guangzhou FiiO Electronic Technology FCIDLQ DAC and Headphone Amplifier User Manual 15 Q5 UserMan r1
Guangzhou FiiO Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. DAC and Headphone Amplifier 15 Q5 UserMan r1
15_Q5 UserMan r1
Quick Start Guide
Model: Q5
English Headphone Amplifier/USB DAC
Buttons and ports labeled
(The Q5 is equipped with the amp module AM3A; for extra needs of other amp modules, please
consult local sales agents)
Operation and indicator explained
DSD 指示灯
DSD indicator
线路输出 Line out
Gain
电源键/
电源指示灯
Power / Power indicator
音量旋钮
Volume knob
工作状态指示灯
Working status indicator
上一曲键 Previous track
暂停/播放键（蓝牙开/关）
Pause/Play (Bluetooth On/Off)
下一曲键(同轴/光纤/线路输入切换)
Next track (Coaxial /Optical/Line
in switch)
复位孔 Reset
Micro USB 充电接口
Micro USB charging port
Bass switch
3.5mm headphone output
2.5mm TRRS balanced headphone output
Micro USB 数据（解码）接口
PC/iPhone/iPod/iPad in
Micro USB data input (decoding) port
PC/iPhone/iPod/iPad input
Line in/Coaxial/Optical input
1. Power on/off and volume adjustment
Press the power button briefly until the indicator ⑨ (working status indicator) flashes
in multiple colors alternately; the unit powers on and the power indicator stays on
constantly.
While the unit is powered on, hold the power button for about 2s; the unit powers off
and the power indicator goes off.
Turn the volume knob clockwise to increase volume; turn anticlockwise to decrease
volume.
2. Input selection and indicator explained
a. The color of the working status indicator represents for different input method
(only lights up when connected to the corresponding device):
White: USB input
Yellow: Coaxial input
Purple: Optical input
Green: Line input
Blue: Bluetooth input
The coaxial, optical and line input shares the same port. You can press the button ③
briefly to switch among the three input methods.
b. The DSD indicator only lights up at USB input and when the input data is in DSD
format.
c. The side USB port is for charging, and it's recommended to use a DC 5V/2A charger.
The USB port at the bottom is for data input, which can be connected to PC or
iPhone/iPod/iPad for audio decoding.
3. Bluetooth mode
Automatic connect-back: While the unit is powered on, hold the button ② for
about 2s, the working status indicator lights up blue to indicate entering Bluetooth
mode and then the Q5 will connect back to the last-connected Bluetooth device
automatically; if the connecting succeeds, the working status indicator will stay on
constantly in blue; if the connecting fails, the working status indicator will flash red
and blue alternately and then the Q5 will enter Bluetooth pairing mode;
Pairing mode I: While the unit is powered on, hold the button ② for about 5s, the
working status indicator will flash red and blue alternately and then the Q5 will skip
the automatic connect-back and go to paring mode directly; By then, you can search
the Q5 on your Bluetooth device and after connected the working status indicator on
the Q5 will stay on constantly in blue;
Pairing mode Ⅱ: When the unit is connected to a Bluetooth device, hold the button
② for about 5s, the Q5 will disconnect from the Bluetooth device and enter pairing
mode again.
When in Bluetooth mode, the other inputs become invalid. You can hold the
"Pause/Play" button for about 2s to exit Bluetooth mode.
4. Low battery and charging indication
Low battery: The working status indicator flashes red twice every 3 seconds to remind
you that the device needs to be recharged; when the device is about to power off
automatically for low battery, the working status indicator will stay on constantly in
red and then goes off after power off;
Charging: The working status indicator pulsates in the color of the corresponding
input methods when charging; if there is no input, it pulsates red;
Charging completed: The working status indicator stays steadily on after a full charge
(if there is no signal input, the light goes off after charging completed).
5. USB DAC
a. When using the device with a Windows computer for the first time, please go to our
website to download the driver and follow the corresponding instructions to install
the driver.
Download link: http://fiio.net/en/supports
b. When using with a MAC OS computer, it doesn't need any drivers. Please choose
the Q5 as the output device.
c. Using the included Lightning-Micro USB cable to connect the Q5 with your
iPhone/iPad/iPod and play the music on your iOS device, then you could better enjoy
your Hi-Res music.
It's recommended to set the system output volume on computer to the max level and
then adjust the output volume of the Q5 to a suitable level with its volume knob.
Firmware update
The Q5 supports firmware update, please go to www.fiio.net to check for the
instructions.
Precautions
★Please set the volume with moderation to protect your hearing and your audio
equipment
★Please take off the headphone from your ears before plugging or unplugging the
headphone to avoid any possible impulsive sound damaging your hearing.
★Do not disassemble, expose the unit to water or carry out unauthorized repair on
the unit.
★If the unit is to be left unused for a long time, it should be recharged periodically to
preserve its battery life.
★Your hearing and environmental awareness are affected when using headphones.
For your own safety, please do not use headphones in dangerous environments.
★If the system shows an error, please press the Reset button or hold the power
button for 10s for a forced shutdown to restore to normal operation.
List of items included in package
(please check to make sure that all items are included)
●USB A-Micro USB cable
1
●Silicone bands (long)
2
●Lightning-Micro USB cable
1
●Silicone bands (short)
2
●3.5mm coaxial adapter cable
1
●3.5mm optical adapter
1
●3.5mm-3.5mm audio cable
1
●Silicone pad
1
●Cloth carrying pouch
1
●Quick user guide
1
●Warranty card
1
●Buttons and ports instruction card
1
Learn more
For more product information, please visit the official website www.fiio.net.
FCC Warning:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications or change to this equipment. Such modifications or
change could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the
antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna
types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated
for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should
be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 5mm between the radiator and
your body.