My RS130 i2S doesn't work at all

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#21

Hello.
Please see my issue above with the i2S connection, starting with my April 1, 2025, message. My answers to your two questions on April 29th are as follows:

  1. My Terminator II & RS130 are my only components with i2S. I have a Bluesound Node X, but it does not have an i2S connection. The USB out on the RS130 works fine with the Terminator. However, I prefer the sound quality of the i2S over USB.
  2. My i2S cable is a brand new Audioquest Vodka cable. I’ve tried another new i2S cable and verified that it does not work either.

With regards to your 3rd question on April 27th, I have verified the i2S connection does not work when I play RoseTube videos.

Please let me know what you recommend to resolve this problem…
Am I the only person who has experienced this problem?
What was the solution for EGR64 and others who had the same problem?

Regards,
Jim

#22

It’s been a long time now but it’s been working. But I have had several different cables to use and try. So I just quit worrying about it after I found a cable that worked I guess. Good luck to you.

#23

Hello @ROSEHAN. Please let me know the status of my above support request that started in my April 1st message above.
Regards,
Jim

#24

@JimmySandman

We’re sorry to hear about the issue with your I2S connection. Based on your description static noise and crackling through your DAC/AMP/speakers while other inputs work fine, here are a few steps to help isolate the problem:

  1. Check I2S Output Settings:
    On your HiFi Rose device, go to Settings → Audio Output and confirm that the I2S format (e.g., pin configuration, DSD settings) matches the requirements of your DAC. Some DACs require specific I2S pin mappings or toggle settings.
  2. Test with a Different Cable or Port (if available):
    Although your Audioquest Vodka HDMI cable has been working well, it may help to test with another high-quality HDMI cable temporarily to rule out a hardware fault.
  3. Power Cycle Both Devices:
    Fully power off both the RS unit and your DAC/AMP, then power them back on. Sometimes I2S handshake issues can be resolved with a fresh initialization.
  4. Firmware Update:
    Ensure your HiFi Rose unit is running the latest firmware. Occasionally, updates include fixes or improvements for I2S output stability.
#25

Hello. I have done all four of the steps you recommended and none of them were able to fix the I2S problem. Could you please elevate my problem to your technical or engineering team?
Jim

#26

@JimmySandman

I will forward your issue to the software team.

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