iPad as a music server?


Another thread suggested that the Camera Kit for the iPad bypassed the iPad's internal DAC. If this is the case, then couldn't the iPad be connected directly to an outboard DAC without the need for say the Wadia 170i dock?
bob99or
Depending on the power requirements you may need to use a powered hub to get things right... iPad -> USB hub-> USB dac.
Friend

Look at Squeezebox SB3. I used a modified version and it really is nice! I have not purchased a DAC yet, but that is the next stop. The SB3 reads your hard drive either via Ethernet cable or wirelessly. Once you modify the power supply it really takes on a new level of performance.

Here: http://www.stereophile.com/digitalprocessors/906slim

Dyfrig,

Just came across your post. Since you're able to get the Chordette to work with your iPhone, my first guess is that the Chordette is ignoring the iPad because it thinks it should be paired to the iPhone.

If you power cycle the Chordette (or flip the little toggle switch from the "wireless" (Bluetooth) setting to the "wired" setting for a few seconds, and then flip it back), you should be able to start fresh and pair the DAC to your iPad.

On the iPad, go to Settings (General) > Bluetooth. Make sure the Bluetooth toggle is "On" and look for the "Chordette" strip under devices. Tap the Chordette strip. It usually takes a couple of seconds to pair the DAC and the iPad, and you're good to go.

Also, with the new "AirPlay" software, there is now an AirPlay icon next to the volume slider in iPod (music-playing) mode that looks a bit like a TV balanced on a triangle. Touch this to expand it, and make sure the Chordette is selected (checked).

Good luck--and report back!
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