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ifi GO BLU - User Manual

ifi GO BLU
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ifi GO BLU Specifications

General IconGeneral
Bluetooth Version5.1
Frequency Response20Hz - 45kHz (-3dB)
Output Impedance<1Ω
Battery450mAh
Charging PortUSB-C
DAC ChipCirrus Logic CS43131
Bluetooth CodecsaptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, AAC, SBC
Dimensions54 x 34 x 13 mm
Output4.4mm Balanced, 3.5mm Single-Ended
Output Power245mW @ 32Ω

Summary

Power, Bluetooth, and Voice Functions

Power Switch Operation

Long press the power switch for  3s to power on/off the GO blu.

Bluetooth Format Announcement

Press the power switch twice to hear the current Bluetooth format.

Voice Announcement On;Off

Toggle voice announcements by pressing pairing key (3) and power key simultaneously.

Digital Filter Mode Operation

Digital Filter Mode

Enter filter selection mode by pressing button (1) three times, then use button (3) to select filter.

Multi-function Knob Controls

Knob Functions

Controls volume, playback, track skipping, and voice assistant activation.

Call Handling

Answer or hang up calls using short or long presses of the knob.

Settings, Pairing, and Factory Reset

Mode Cycling and Pairing

Cycle modes (XBass, XSpace) with short press; enter pairing with long press (red/blue LED).

Restore Factory Defaults

Press and hold for  15s to restore factory settings (white LED).

LED Indicators for Sound and Bluetooth

Sound Effect LEDs

LED colors indicate XBass (Yellow), XSpace (Cyan), XBass+XSpace (White).

Bluetooth Status LEDs

LEDs show Connected (Off), Awaiting Connection (Blue flashing), Pairing (Blue/Red flashing).

Digital Filter LEDs

LED colors indicate STD (Green) and MIN (Magenta) digital filter modes.

Factory Reset and Output Information

Factory Reset Procedure

Perform factory reset in power-on state; white light flashes 3 times upon success.

4.4 mm Balanced Headphone Output

Connect balanced 4.4mm headphones for optimal audio.

3.5 mm S-Balanced Headphone Output

Connect 3.5mm headphones for standard audio output.

System Operations and Status

System Reset Function

Perform a system reset by long-pressing the power button for  3s.

USB-C Input and Charging

USB-C port supports audio input (24 bit/96kHz) and charging.

Battery Status LEDs

LEDs indicate battery level: Green (>60%), Yellow (>10%), Red ( 10%).

Microphone Functionality

Built-in microphone supports hands-free calls and voice assistant activation.

Product Specifications

Chipset and Input Specifications

Qualcomm QCC 5100 Series chipset, USB-C and Bluetooth 5.1 input.

Power and Output Specifications

Details power system, headphone outputs, and power output specifications.

Performance Metrics

Specifications for SNR, DNR, THD+N, and Frequency Response.

Physical and Battery Specifications

Battery life, dimensions, net weight, and warranty period.

Key Features and Design

Optimized Audio Stages

Separate Bluetooth, DAC, and amp stages optimized for maximum performance.

Integrated Microphone

Built-in microphone for hands-free calls with smartphones.

Twin-Mono Circuit Design

Balanced twin-mono circuit design with Direct Drive for ultra-low distortion.

Versatile Headphone Outputs

Fully-balanced and S-Balanced outputs for all headphone types.

Internal Design and Components

Amplification and Oscillators

Twin-Mono Amplification and Precision Low Jitter Audio-Grade Oscillators.

Antenna and Capacitors

High Gain Antenna and Murata Low-ESR high Q multilayer capacitor.

DAC and Bluetooth Chipset

Dedicated 32bit Master HiFi DAC and Qualcomm 5100 series Bluetooth chip.

Advanced Hi-Res Bluetooth Capabilities

QC5100 Chipset Support

QC5100 chipset handles all HD Bluetooth formats.

Supported Audio Formats

Supports latest 24-bit Bluetooth audio formats like aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC/HWA.

Bluetooth Performance Enhancements

Implementation avoids typical 40% quality drop, with support for future codecs.

Sonic Tailoring Options

XBASS Analogue Bass Boost

Enhances low frequencies without affecting the mid-range.

XSPACE Analogue Spatialiser

Creates a spacious, live concert-like audio experience.

Bluetooth Connection LEDs

Connected Status

LED indicates Bluetooth connection status: Connected.

Awaiting Connection Status

LED indicates Bluetooth connection status: Awaiting Connection.

Pairing Status LED

LED indicates Bluetooth connection status: Pairing.

Sound Effect LEDs

XBass Effect LED

LED indicates XBass sound effect is active.

XSpace Effect LED

LED indicates XSpace sound effect is active.

XBass + XSpace Effect LED

LED indicates XBass + XSpace sound effects are active.

Headphone Output Features

Volume Control and Auto-Gain

Precision rotary volume control with auto-gain to match headphones.

High Power Output Capability

Delivers up to 5.6V for driving demanding headphone loads.

Dual Headphone Output Options

Features 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced and 3.5mm S-Balanced outputs.

S-Balanced Output Benefits

Reduces distortion by 50% with single-ended headphone connections.

Connection Guide

Headphone Port Connections

Guide to connecting 4.4mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended headphones.

USB-C and Microphone Ports

Details USB-C input for audio/charging and the built-in microphone.

Smartphone Connection Options

Apple (iOS) Connections

Use Apple USB-to-USB-C/Lightning cable for iOS devices.

Android Connections

Use On-The-Go (USB-C/USB-micro) cable for Android devices.

After-Sales Support Process

Access Support Website

Access the iFi support website for assistance.

Provide System Details

Complete personal and system information for support.

Submit Detailed System Information

Provide comprehensive system details for efficient problem-solving.

MQA Setup Guide

MQA Decoder Setup Videos

Find setup videos for MQA Decoder (e.g., Pro iDSD).

MQA Renderer Setup Videos

Find setup videos for MQA Renderer (e.g., nano iDSD BL).

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