TPA - USB Transport

[eitancoh]

Hello TPA

any revised ETA for this module?

Thanks

 

[Russ White]

Hey Folks,

I am in the midst of a job transition. So my focus has to be on making it a smooth one for the next couple of months or so. I am personally disappointed (since I want it too) that this has delayed the project significantly, but first things first, I have to concentrate on what earns me a living.

I do still intend to finish up the project. It just is not as high a personal priority at the moment.

That said. I do have about 5 other very cool new modules done, its just a matter of getting final testing done and stock built up. They had actually been in the works for a long time.

Cheers!
Russ

 

[steve jones]

Kit treaser!

All the best on your new job, Russ. Make the most out of it.

 

[ronpod]

Starting a new job requires highly focused attention. All the best; we that are beneficiaries of your success wish you more of the same.

 

[dglow]

Second that: much success with your new gig, Russ.

Looking forward to the new modules!

 

[Russ White]

Thanks folks, I knew you would understand.

One really cool thing is that the new position involves audio. So I will be able to put my passion to good use.

Cheers!
Russ

 

[markusA]

Awsome, good luck with the new job.

 

[headrott]

Not trying to rush you (too much) but I am definately interested in the 32bit/384kHz version of the USB board as well..... Hopefully you will be able to work on it and get the project completed soon Russ. Thanks for the time and efforts you put in along with your regular job.

Greg

 

[Russ White]

I actually had picked it up a again recently. I am expecting to finish it, but Brian and I are concentrating on the B3 release at the moment along with the bits that will be needed to go along with it.

 

[labjr]

I would think the USB board would be a priority since USB will be the best quality input source with the lowest jitter to show off the capability of the B2 or B3.

 

[Russ White]

It is indeed a priority. Its just a matter of available time.

 

[4est]

In my world, staying in business is top priority, and more BII/BIIIs is the core of their business. With that said, I eagerly await an opportunity to try their new USB device if it has Mac drivers (if required).

 

[glt]

I think he meant his real job

 

[barrows]

ATTN RUSS...

hi, no need to respond, I just wanted you to know this. Please be sure to provide the option for an external power supply on the new USB module.
I have just applied an external (regulated and filtered LiFePO4 battery) to my Wavelink (it is designed to run off of USB power) and the perfromance difference is notable. An external supply will also allow you to design beyond the limitations of the USB port, perhaps allowing for the option of Trident(s) onboard for XO supplies, etc.

 

[Russ White]

Hi Barrows.

I was just discussing this with Brian.

I think the new board will definitely require external power partly because I do not want to overtax the USB power. It is a fairly power hungry solution.

That external power could be a battery or placid HD etc.

 

[thomaspf]

>500ma at 5V? wow...

 

[Russ White]

>500ma at 5V? wow...

Yeah the XMOS chip itself is fairly hungry.

I have found that a major deficiency in their demo board is the power supply situation.

 

[LeonvB]

Oh my... A Placid HD for the USB module, the USB module itself, an AC2, display module, IR receiver: I think I'll need to do a full rebuild either this year or the next.

 

[zkdaz]

Any update?

OK, now that the B3 is shipping, is the USB module your next priority, or are there some other little gems you are working on before it? I hate to pester you guys but I'm really hoping this will be available by the time I finnish my B3-IVY3-Sympatico build. The USB board will be the last part in this project.

Cheers

Dan

 

[LeonvB]

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