Schiit Modius - User Manual

DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER
MODI IS ONE OF THOR’S SONS IN NORSE MYTHOLOGY.
HOWEVER, WHEN WE STARTED ON A BIGGER BALANCED MODI, WE
THOUGHT IT WOULD BE FUNNY TO CALL IT “MODIUS MAXIMUS.”
YES, WE KNOW, THAT’S ROMAN TERMINOLOGY.
BUT HEY, WE’RE DUMB AMERICANS.
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS WEIRD NORSE-ROMAN HYBRID!
MODIUS
OWNER’S MANUAL

Summary

Understanding the Modius

Connections and Operation

Analog Outputs

Connect to your balanced-input amp or preamp using XLR cables, or with RCA cables.

Digital Inputs

Connect to AES, Coaxial, or Optical digital sources using appropriate cables.

USB Data and Power Input

Connect a USB source using the supplied USB micro cable for data and power.

Power Input

Connect a 5V power source if external power is needed, especially for non-USB inputs.

Operation Modes

Use as USB DAC or with other digital inputs requiring external power.

Controls and Troubleshooting

Input Selector and Indicators

Button to cycle inputs and LEDs indicating selected input and power status.

Output Configuration

Use balanced XLR and single-ended RCA outputs simultaneously and independently.

Troubleshooting Common Errors

Address 'too much power' errors and no sound issues.

Warranty and Package Contents

Two-Year Limited Warranty

Details on warranty coverage, limitations, and service contact information.

In The Box Contents

List of included items: Modius, 5V USB Wall-Wart, USB Micro Cable.

Schiit Modius Specifications

General

DAC Chip	AKM AK4493
Outputs	RCA, XLR
Output Impedance (RCA)	75 ohms
Frequency Response	20Hz-20kHz, +/-0.1dB
Dimensions	9 x 6 x 1.5 inches
Output Level (RCA)	2.0V RMS
Output Level (XLR)	4.0V RMS
Weight	1 lb
Product Type	Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)
Inputs	USB, Coaxial, Optical
USB Input	USB Type B
Maximum Sample Rate/Bit Depth via S/PDIF	24-bit/192kHz
THD+N	<0.0005%, 20Hz-20KHz, at full output
SNR	120dB