How do I set up the AudioQuest DragonFly Black v1.5 USB DAC with my computer or mobile device? (Audioquest DragonFly USB Digital Instruction Guide)

Answer

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Feb 20, 2025 - 11:36 PM

To set up the AudioQuest DragonFly Black v1.5 USB DAC with your computer or mobile device, follow these steps:

1. For Use with Apple OS X:
- Insert the DragonFly Black into your computer's USB port.
- Open "System Preferences" and click on the "Sound" icon.
- In the Sound panel, click on the "Output" tab and select "Audio Quest DragonFly Black 1.5" as the output device.
- Adjust the volume using the host's system volume control.

2. For Use with Windows:
- Insert the DragonFly Black into your computer's USB port.
- Go to the Start menu and launch "Control Panel."
- Open the "Hardware and Sound" panel and select "Sound."
- Under the "Playback" tab, select "Audio Quest DragonFly Black" as the default device.
- Adjust the volume and sample rate settings as desired.

3. For Use with Apple Mobile devices:
- Connect the DragonFly Black to your iPhone or iPad using an Apple Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter or Camera Connection Kit.
- Turn down the volume on your mobile device.
- Select your desired music/media app and adjust the volume to the desired level.

4. For Use with Android Devices:
- Check if your Android device supports audio over USB by downloading and running the USB Host Check app.
- Connect the DragonFly Black to your Android device using an appropriate USB cable and an OTG adaptor.
- Turn down the volume on your Android device.
- Select your desired music/media app and adjust the volume to the desired level.

Please note that these are general setup instructions. For more detailed instructions and troubleshooting, refer to the DragonFly Black v1.5 Flight Manual provided with the product.