M2TECH HiFace TWO User Manual

M2TECH
HI FACE Two
192 K H Z /24BIT DIGITAL AUDIO INTERFACE
USER MANUAL
REV. 1.0 – 5/2013

M2TECH HiFace TWO Specifications

Technical Specifications

sampling frequencies	44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192kHz
resolution	16 to 24 bits
USB	USB Audio Class 2.0

Compatibility

Windows compatibility	Windows XP, Windows Vista (32 & 64 bits), Windows 7 (32 & 64 bits)
OSX compatibility	OSX 10.6.4 and later
Linux compatibility	ALSA 1.0.24 or later

Clock and Output Specifications

internal clock precision	+/-10ppm 0 to 60°C, 2ppm typical @ 25°C
S/PDIF output voltage	500mVpp +/-0.1V @ 75 Ohms

Physical Characteristics

size	110x20x23mm (with connectors)
weight	40g

Summary

Safety and Compliance Information

Product Compliance and Warnings

Covers CE compliance and general warnings against unauthorized modifications.

Recycling and Disposal Guidelines

Instructions for proper product disposal according to WEEE regulations.

Manual Disclaimer and Updates

Notes on the accuracy and potential changes to the manual's information.

Connections Overview

USB Input Connection Guide

Describes how to connect the HIFACE TWO via USB to a computer.

S/PDIF Output Connection Guide

Details on connecting the S/PDIF output to a DAC or receiver.

Host Connection Procedures

Windows Driver Prerequisite for Connection

Advises Windows users to install the driver before connecting the device.

Mac OS X Operation and Setup

Setting HIFACE TWO as Default Audio Output

Guide to selecting the device and configuring sampling frequency in Mac's Audio Control Panel.

Linux OS Operation

Tablet Operation Guide

Windows Driver Installation Guide

Downloading the HIFACE TWO Driver

Instructions on how to obtain the driver software from the M2Tech website.

Installing the Driver on Windows Systems

Step-by-step instructions for installing the driver on Windows XP, Vista, 7, and 8.

Verifying HIFACE TWO Installation

Testing the Interface and Audio Output

How to confirm correct driver installation and test audio playback.

Uninstalling the HIFACE TWO Driver

Windows XP Configuration for HIFACE TWO

Configuring Direct Sound (Windows XP)

Steps to set up Direct Sound for audio playback in Windows XP.

Configuring ASIO (Windows XP)

Steps to set up ASIO for audio playback in Windows XP.

Windows Vista, 7, 8 Configuration

Direct Sound Setup (Vista, 7, 8)

Configuring Direct Sound output for audio playback in Windows Vista, 7, and 8.

Kernel Streaming Setup (Vista, 7, 8)

Configuring Kernel Streaming output for audio playback in Windows Vista, 7, and 8.

WASAPI Setup (Vista, 7, 8)

Configuring WASAPI for audio playback in Windows Vista, 7, and 8.

ASIO Setup (Vista, 7, 8)

Configuring ASIO for audio playback in Windows Vista, 7, and 8.

Player Configuration: Kernel Streaming

FooBar for Kernel Streaming

Setting up FooBar player for Kernel Streaming output.

Player Configuration: Kernel Streaming (Winamp/MediaMonkey)

Player Configuration: WASAPI

FooBar for WASAPI Configuration

Setting up FooBar player for WASAPI output.

Player Configuration: WASAPI (JRiver)

Player Configuration: ASIO

FooBar for ASIO Configuration

Setting up FooBar player for ASIO output.

Special Features and Specifications

Precision Oscillators Overview

Description of the high-precision oscillators used in the device.

Asynchronous Transfer Mode Explained

Explanation of the asynchronous data transfer method.

Output Connector Choice Guide

Guidance on selecting between RCA and BNC output connectors.

External Power Supply Considerations

Information on using an external power supply for the HIFACE TWO.

Technical Specifications