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HiBy FC3 User Manual

Welcome to use HiBy's products

Thank you for purchasing the USB HD lossless audio decoder launched by HiBy. In order to give you a better experience, this article introduces the common functions and operating methods of FC3, hoping to help you understand and use FC3 more comprehensively.

At the same time, you are also welcome to log in to the official website of HiBy at https://store.hiby.com/ to learn more about HiBy product information and purchase related products.

1. Product introduction​

HiBy FC3 is a portable USB high-definition lossless audio decoder
  1. Adopt the ESS9281Pro decoding architecture, with up to support DSD128 and PCM 384kHz decoding
  2. Supports PhoneOut(PO) analog audio output
appearance introduction

Take the front view of the decoder as a reference:

  1. The right side is from top to bottom: previous song and next song
  2. Bottom is: PO
  3. Top is: Type-C

2. Key usage instructions​

key distribution

Take the front view of the decoder as a reference:

  1. The right side is from top to bottom: previous song and next song
ButtonsShort pressLong press
Volume +Increase VolumeNext Song
Volume -Volume ReductionPrevious Song

3. Interface usage instructions​

Interface Distribution

The following introduction is the front view of the player screen as reference:

  1. Bottom is: PO
  2. Top is: Type-C

Audio output interface​

audio output interface

The audio output interface can be provided to different audio devices for use, such as headphones with 3.5mm interface, etc.

  1. PO: 3.5mm single-ended interface headphone output

USB port​

The physical interface used by the USB interface is the Type-C interface.

LED Indicator​

StatusColor
NormalRed ■
PCM(~48k)Blue ■
PCM(88.2k~192k)/DSD64Green■
PCM(352.8k~)Light green■
MQA Core (MQB)Magenta■

4. Instructions for use​

Connecting the device​

audio output interface

Please connect the decoder and host device using a wire with at least one end of Type-C. The host device can be a player, a mobile phone, a computer, a tablet, or a dedicated digital broadcast device.

warning

Some devices may have compatibility issues due to differences in players, phones, tablet systems and hardware. In addition, some phones may need to manually turn on the OTG function to be used normally.

Windows Computer​

For detailed instructions, please refer to USB DAC User Manual.
Windows computer, Windows systemWin7/Win8/Win10 versions earlier than 1703The UAC2.0 protocol does not support it, so the driver needs to be installed.

Win7/Win8/Win10 1703 previous version

becauseWin7/Win8/Win10 versions earlier than 1703The UAC2.0 protocol does not support, so please refer to this to install the driver [TBD] for a better experience.

Win10 1703 later version

The later version of Win10 1703 already has a driver, so you can use it by directly connecting to USB. You can use it with the problem of using it.HereCheck. Drivers can also be installed in later versions of Win10 1703, so that ASIO drivers can be used to achieve a better experience. For the installation of the driver, please refer to [TBD].

Android player, mobile phone or tablet​

Android players, mobile phones or tablets can be divided into exclusive and non-exclusive methods. You can also use them.HereCheck.

Android non-exclusive

Just plug the USB decoder into the USB port of your phone to use. If you plug in, you can go to the system settings to see if there is an OTG option and turn on the OTG support of the phone. In addition, you can also download HiBy Music and try the exclusive mode of HiBy Music. Otherwise, the phone will not support it. Please contact the mobile phone manufacturer to confirm.

Android exclusive use

Download and install HiBy Music (HiByMusic）
Enter HiBy Music -> Swipe right to open the settings options -> Settings -> Click HiBy Music exclusive USB output, open the exclusive output Plug the USB decoder directly into the phone "Allow HiBy Music Use HiBy FC3" to pop up on your phone, click Allow

iPhone or iPad tablet​

Both iPhone or iPad tablets are iOS.

iOS

iOS itself already has a driver, and you can use it by directly connecting to USB. You can use it by using it.HereCheck.

Apple Computer​

The operating system of Apple computer is MacOS.

MacOS

MacOS itself already has a driver, and you can use it by directly connecting to USB. You can use it with the problem of using it.HereCheck.

Linux distribution​

Linux Distribution

Linux's USB DAC support is determined by the kernel. Whether the kernel of different distributions is turned on USB sound card functions is uncertain. For Linux distributions of unsupported USB DACs, you can compile the kernel to implement USB sound card functions by yourself. Or find a third-party app to support USB DAC functionality.

Detailed description​

For detailed instructions, please refer to USB DAC User Manual.

5. Frequently Asked Questions​

  • FAQs can be foundHere

6. Things to note​

  • This product is powered by USB, so it consumes power from the host device (mobile phone, tablet or computer);
  • Since the equipment uses a high-performance decoding chip, it will cause a certain amount of heat during use, which is a normal phenomenon;
  • Before plugging and unplugging the headphones, it is recommended not to wear them to avoid possible instantaneous impact sounds;
  • Before listening to music, it is recommended to adjust the volume of the device to the appropriate position to avoid excessive volume damaging hearing;