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Computer Audiophile - The Preeminent Source for Computer Audio & Music Server Information and Reviews Alien DAC - Overview The design goal of the Alien DAC project is to create a simple USB DAC based on Texas Instruments PCM2702 chip. You may consider this project if you are looking to build your own USB soundcard to upgrade your onboard sound. The project is also a good introduction to DIY SMD soldering and DACs. The main features are: Works on any OS supporting USB streaming audio: Windows, Mac OS, Linux.Board size: 45.4mm x 50.5mm - fits Hammond 1455C enclosure.4 distinct powering options. Design Current Status Alien DAC v1.1 PCB Group Buy at head-fi.org is now open. History The initial design specs were to supply power from a small, light battery pack consisting of 2 x NiMH cells fed through a small switching DC-DC converter to provide an unregulated 5.3V output (Maxim MAX1722). Revision A brought a few improvements: The power supply stage was revised to allow powering straight from the USB plug. Revision B started as a simple modification of the board. MAX1722 was replaced with TPS6734 and LM317. Links

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