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​PI2AES 2.0 - Pro Audio Shield

FEATURES
  • FORM FACTOR – Raspberry Pi ® Shield Size w/40-Pin mating connector.
  • AES TRANSMITTER – The industry standard WM8804 converts the RPi I2S stream to AES3/SPDIF formatted data at 24-Bit up to 192Khz Frame Rate
  • COAX OUTPUT – A 1:1 Isolation Transformer provides Bit Perfect Impedance Controlled Coaxial Transmission of 2.1V p-p Digital Audio Data
  • SPDIF OPTICAL OUTPUT – Optical Transmitter Drives 1V p-p Consumer Level DAC and AVR
  • BALANCED OUTPUT – An RS-422 Transmitter coupled with a 1:1 Isolation Transformer allows the 3.2V p-p transmission of balanced audio data via the Professional Audio Standard XLR Connector
  • DIFFERENTIAL I2S OUTPUT – A DS2063 Differential Transmitters is used to drive the I2S Bus over a standard HDMI Connector. The Pinout is Selectable Between the PS Audio and Gustard Standards.
  • HIGH RESOLUTION CLOCKS – A pair of Ultra-Low Noise NDK NZ2520SDA oscillators allow the WM8804 to operate in non-PLL mode for the lowest possible noise.
  • ULTRA-LOW NOISE LDO’s – Ultra-Low Noise LT3045 LDO (0.9uV noise and 80dB PSRR) is used to power the WM8804 AES Transmitter, while a 2nd LT3045 LDO powers the NDK Clocks.
  • LOW NOISE PCB LAYOUT – Constructed with 4-layer Split Ground PCB with noise reduction techniques refined from years of High-Speed Mixed-Signal Design work

PI2AES 2.0 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

​Q: How do I power the PI2AES 2.0
A: The PI2AES 2.0 is designed to be powered from either the 40-pin GPIO 5V or from an external 5V +/-10% supply.

​Q: Can I power the PI2AES and the PI from the external 5V supply?
A: Yes, but using an external supply may still require the Raspberry PI to have it's own supply. See the HW Reference Manual (link below) for more detail.

​Q: Do the PI2AES 2.0 outputs work simultaneously?
A: Yes, all digital audio outputs deliver the same audio data at the same time. This includes the I2S over HDMI.

Q: What version of the Raspberry Pi Is the PI2AES 2.0 compatible with?
A: The PI2AES 2.0 will work with the PI 3, 3B, 3B+, PI 4 and the PI 5.

Q: Are there two different acrylic cases for the PI4 and PI3x?
A: We include one acrylic case kit, but two different right side and front plates for the PI3 and PI4. You just assemble which one is appropriate for you.

Q: What pinout is supported by the I2S over HDMI?
A: PI2AES 2.0 supports both the Gustard Audio and PS Audio pinouts.

Q: OK, where do I find a Pi though?
A: Check out this awesome website to locate global real time stock for all Raspberry Pi flavors. https://rpilocator.com

Original PI2AES Getting Started Guide from the Awesome Folks at SBAF!

​https://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/dummies-guide-to-pi2aes-throw-away-your-pc-or-laptop.8878/

Downloads

pi2aes_2.0_hw_ref_manual_p1_2.pdf
File Size: 785 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File


pi2aes_jitter_thd_plots.zip
File Size: 1296 kb
File Type: zip
Download File


PI2AES and PI2AES 2.0 Case files (dxf format)
pi2aes_case_p3.zip
File Size: 66 kb
File Type: zip
Download File


 Assembly Instructions for Pi 3/4 compatible Acrylic case for PI2AES, PI2AES 2.0 and Official Raspberry Pi 7" Display.

pi2aes_7_display_case_assembly.pdf
File Size: 13689 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File


PI2AES 2.0 - PRO AUDIO SHIELD

$249.00

PI2AES 2.0, Professional Studio Grade Audio I/O Shield. Includes Clear Acrylic Case

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FEATURES


  • FORM FACTOR – Raspberry Pi ® Shield Size w/40-Pin mating connector.
  • AES TRANSMITTER – The industry standard WM8804 converts the RPi I2S stream to AES3/SPDIF formatted data at 24-Bit up to 192Khz Frame Rate
  • COAX OUTPUT – A 1:1 Isolation Transformer provides Bit Perfect Impedance Controlled Coaxial Transmission of the Digital Audio Data
  • SPDIF OPTICAL OUTPUT – Isolated Optical Transmitter Drives Consumer Level DAC and AVR
  • BALANCED OUTPUT – An RS-422 Transmitter coupled with a 1:1 Isolation Transformer allows the transmission of balanced audio data via the Professional Audio Standard XLR Connector
  • DIFFERENTIAL I2S OUTPUT – A DS2063 Differential Transmitters is used to drive the I2S Bus over a standard HDMI Connector. The Pinout is Selectable Between the PS Audio and Gustard Standards.
  • HIGH RESOLUTION CLOCKS – A pair of Ultra-Low Noise NDK NZ2520SDA oscillators allow the WM8804 to operate in non-PLL mode for the lowest possible noise.
  • ULTRA-LOW NOISE LDO’s – Ultra-Low Noise LT3045 LDO (0.9uV noise and 80dB PSRR) is used to power the WM8804 AES Transmitter, while a 2nd LT3045 LDO powers the NDK Clocks.
  • LOW NOISE PCB LAYOUT – Constructed with 4-layer Split Ground PCB with noise reduction techniques refined from years of High-Speed Mixed-Signal Design work



PI2AES 2.0 includes a PI3 and 4 compatible clear acrylic case.



Raspberry Pi Not included


Typical Leadtime is less than one week after receipt of order.

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Clear PI2AES 7" LCD Acrylic Case

$35.00
Acrylic case designed specifically for our PI2AES Pro Audio Shield and Raspberry Pi 3, 3+ and 4. Includes all necessary hardware for assembly.

​Does not include LCD or LCD cables.
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