SHANLING UA3 Portable USB Amp User Guide

June 12, 2024
SHANLING

SHANLING UA3 Portable USB Amp

Product Information

  • Product Name: UA3
  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8
  • Manufacturer Website: www.shanling.com
  • Connectivity: Type-C USB
  • Supported Audio Formats: 44.1/48kHz, 88.2/96kHz, 176.4/192kHz, 352/384/705/768kHz, DSD64/128/256/512
  • DAC Chip: AK4493S
  • PCM Capability: 32-bit/768kHz
  • DSD Capability: Native DSD512
  • Supported Platforms: USB on Windows, iOS (Lightning)
  • Output Connectors: 3.5mm, 4.4mm
  • App Name: Eddict Player
  • THD+N: 0.0004% @ 32 ohms (A-Weighting @ 1V)
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 119dB @ 32 ohms (A-Weighting)
  • Crosstalk: 80dB @ 32 ohms

Product Usage Instructions

  1. Connect the UA3 to your computer or iOS device using the appropriate USB cable.
  2. If using a computer, make sure to install the necessary drivers from the manufacturer’s website (www.shanling.com).
  3. Launch the Eddict Player app on your device.
  4. Within the app, select the desired audio format and quality settings.
  5. Adjust the output volume using the volume controls on the UA3.
  6. Connect your headphones or audio equipment to the UA3 using either the 3.5mm or 4.4mm output connector.
  7. Enjoy high-quality audio playback through your headphones or audio equipment.

Security Instructions

  1. Don’t repair, disassemble or modify the device without permission.
  2. Please don’t use this device in extremely hot, cold, dusty or humid circumstances. Avoid any exposure to liquids.
  3. Please enjoy the music at a proper volume to avoid impairing your hearing and damaging the sound system. Before plugging your headphones into the device, please turn down the volume first.
  4. Don’t clean this device with chemicals or detergents, otherwise its surface and top coating may be damaged.

Names of Parts

Operation Instructions

  1. For use with devices running Android 7 or higher, Windows 10 or Mac  OS, UA3 works as a plug-n-play device, without any need to install additional drivers. For use with Windows 8, 7 or XP, please download dedicated USB drivers from https://en.shanling.com.
    Note : Due to differences in Android systems used by different manufacturers, some devices might demand additional settings and some devices might not support such connection.

  2. For use with certain devices, such as gaming consoles or older Android devices, UA3 must be switched to a basic UAC1.0 USB mode. For such devices, please hold down the Multifunctional Button on the UA3 while connecting it to the device.

  3. UA3 is completely powered through the USB input, consuming only small amount of power from the connected device. UA3 might get slightly warm during usage, this is not a malfunction and it does not affect performance.

  4. For use with iOS devices, a special USB-C to Lightning cable is needed.

Button Functions

Multifunctional Button:

  • UAC1.0 Mode: Press down the button while connecting UA3 to the device. Red status indicator will light up.
  • Hardware Volume Control: Press the button for 2 seconds to enter/exit Hardware volume setting. Status indicator will be slowly flashing. Use Up/Down buttons to adjust the hardware volume.
  • Play/Pause: Press the button to pause or restart playback on connected smartphone.

Up/Down Buttons (Normal playback) :

  • Software Volume Control: Press the buttons to change the volume of the connected smartphone. Keep pressing to adjust volume continuously.

Note : Connected device needs to support remote controls to enable playback control through UA3. Controls are disabled when UA3 is switched to UAC1.0 mode.

Companion APP

Eddict Player app allows access to additional settings and control over UA3. You can download it directly from Play store.
Note : Only Android system allows access to the settings through the Eddict Player app.

Status Indicator

Showing current sampling frequency during playback

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Samp4ling R8equency

88.2/96kHz

| Indicator Color

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176.4/192kHz| Yellow
352/384/705/768kHz| Purple
DSD64/128/256/512| White
44.1/48kHz (UAC 1.0)| Red
 |

Main Features

  1. Dedicated Hi-Fi Audio DAC AKM AK4493S.
  2. Hi-Res PCM support up to 32bit / 768kHz.
  3. Native DSD support up to DSD512.
  4. Compatible with Android, iOS, Windows and Mac OS.
  5. Universal USB-C connector.
  6. Using ultra-low noise and high current power supply for improved audio performance.
  7. 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced headphone output.
  8. More setting available through Companion app on Android.

Attached Accessories

  • Quick start guide : 1
  • Warranty card: 1
  • USB Type-C to C cable: 1
  • USB-A to USB-C adapter : 1

Specifications and parameters

3.5mm Headphone Output

  • Output power: 2V @ 32Ω ( 125mW @ 32Ω )
  • Frequency response: 20Hz – 40kHz ( -0.7dB )
  • THD+N: 0.0004% @ 32Ω ( A-Weighting @ 1V )
  • Dynamic range: 119dB @ 32Ω ( A-Weighting )
  • Signal to noise ratio: 119dB @ 32Ω ( A-Weighting )
  • Channel separation: 80dB @ 32Ω
  • Output impedance: <0.4Ω

4.4mm Balanced Headphone Output

  • Output power : 2.6V @ 32Ω ( 211mW @ 32Ω )
  • Frequency response: 20Hz – 40kHz ( -0.7dB )
  • THD+N: 0.0003% @ 32Ω ( A-Weighting @ 1V )
  • Dynamic range: 120dB @ 32Ω ( A-Weighting )
  • Signal to noise ratio: 120dB @ 32Ω ( A-Weighting )
  • Channel separation : 110dB @ 32Ω
  • Output impedance : <0.8Ω
  • Size : 60 x 25 x 13mm
  • Weight : about 20.5g

Company : Shenzhen Shanling Digital Technology Development Co.,Ltd.
Address : No.10, Chiwan 1 Road, Shekou Nanshan District of Shenzhen City, China
Group : 667914815; 303983891; 554058348
Telephone : 400-630-6778
E-mail : info@shanling.com
Official Website: www.shanling.com

Due to continuous improvement, every specification and design is subject to change at any time without further notice.

References

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