FiiO - BTR5 2021
Portable Bluetooth DAC & AmpUnfortunately, even if we desire to, we won't be able to resurrect this product. The Museum is where we pay our respects to end-of-life, old, archived, but not forgotten products. This page was made with a lot of love and will live on for posterity. What to say, we're sentimental people. 😔
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Chi-Fi
Excellence
Ideal for Taking Calls
Ideal for Audiophiles
Best Suited for Portable Use
Bluetooth with LDAC
aptX LL, aptX HD & AAC
Battery Life
2.5mm
Balanced Output
Pair with Laptop via USB
A majority of people use a laptop as the primary source device to listen to music or watch movies. Since the laptop is an essential part of the audio chain there are headphones and devices designed to work a laptop or computer system flawlessly. With the availability of USB connectivity, it becomes easier to pair various devices like an Amp, DAC or even headphones without worrying about drivers or any additional piece of software.
ESS Sabre ES9219C
Dual DAC Chip
Upto 240mW @ 32Ω
Power Output
Battery Capacity of
550 mAh
It's no wonder that the BTR5 is perhaps FiiO's best-selling product over the years. It's a must-have for every audiophile's setup. It's the easiest way to listen to Hi-Resolution Music with the convenience of Bluetooth. The new 2021 version, makes considerable improvements to the DAC and the battery life.
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Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you'll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles.
DESCRIPTION
UPGRADE TO HI-RES SOUND TODAY WITH THE NEW FIIO BTR5 2021
Make your Bluetooth device a part of the Hi-Res wireless set up with the FiiO
BTR5 2021. With Bluetooth 5.0, the BTR5 extends support to high-quality Bluetooth codecs like AAC, SBC,
AptX, AptX LL, AptX HD, and LDAC up to 96 kHz. So if you are on the lookout for high-end audiophile setups,
the FiiO BTR5 is a perfect option for you to access excellent sound using your current device.
UPGRADED WITH MQA PROTOCOL SUPPORT WITH FULL 16X DECODING
The FiiO BTR5 2021 has been upgraded to offer maximum audio playback capability. A
new addition to the updated BTR5 2021 is support for MQA protocol with decoding and rendering capability.
This allows for high-resolution, master-level sound quality even in reasonably sized files. FiiO BTR5 2021
supports up to 16X MQA decoding with applicable music apps to enjoy music in life-like quality.
UNCOMPROMISED SOUND QUALITY WITH TWO ES9219C AND XMOS XUF208 CHIPS
The core of the FiiO BTR5 2021 has been renewed with two ESS SABRE ES9219C DAC chips with better decoding performance than the previous generation, a higher signal-to-noise ratio, and lower power consumption. To further solidify the audio architecture the BTR5 2021 has utilised an XMOS XUF208 control chip. With this chip, the BTR5 2021 is capable of asynchronous audio decoding and can decode up to 384kHz sampling rate and native DSD in USB2.0 and Asynchronous USB DAC supports 384kHz sampling rate and DSD256 natively.
NOTE: DSD256 is encapsulated as 384kHz on Windows and 768kHz on OSX, so when running on Windows BTR5 supports up to DSD256 and DSD128 on OSX.
EFFICIENT POWER MANAGEMENT WITH QUALCOMM CSRS8675 CHIP
The biggest perk of integrating and updating the Qualcomm CSRS8675 into the FiiO BTR5 2021 is low-power consumption and improved audio capabilities. This chip allows BTR5 2021 to support 24-bit and 120Mhz DSP audio processing for efficient Bluetooth decoding. You can use the BTR5 2021 for watching videos, playing games or listening to music and be assured of outstanding sound quality.
FPGA CLOCK AND DUAL CRYSTAL OSCILLATOR OFFERING HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO
FiiO BTR5 2021 comes embedded with a precision FPGA clock and this is responsible for the transmission and reception of Bluetooth and USB digital audio signals as well as clock management. In the BTR5 2021, after the Bluetooth signal is processed through the FPGA, jitter is reduced and signal stability is improved, completely solving the problem of different clock rates between the different components. With the addition of a dedicated FPGA, the 45.1584/49.152MHz dual crystal oscillators can more accurately reproduce audio signals under various sampling rates during Bluetooth and USB decoding.
EXPERIENCE DETAILED SOUND AND CONVENIENCE WITH DUAL OUTPUT CONNECTORS
To offer greater power and detailed resolution, the FiiO BTR5 2021 features both 2.5mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended outputs. In its balanced audio architecture, each channel is driven separately with its own DAC and amplifier, allowing the BTR5 2021 to bring a purer sound with unmatched finesse and balance. This truly balanced audio architecture extends pure balanced sound. Kindly note that when 3.5mm and 2.5mm outputs are inserted simultaneously only the 3.5mm port will provide sound to ensure that the BTR5 functions normally.
EQUIPPED WITH A CRISP OLED SCREEN FUSED INTO A DURABLE ALUMINIUM BODY
The crisp and clear 0.49 inch 64x32 resolution OLED screen is among the best features of the FiiO BTR5 2021. It is one screen that displays everything, including info about pairing, connection, call status, power status, encoding format and volume. It also allows you to view and modify the charging status, car mode, filters and EQ. Similar to some of the latest smartphones, the FiiO BTR5 2021 sports a durable aluminium body with curved glass and an oleophobic layer on the top which gives it a smooth and fingerprint-resistant body.
9+ HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE AND CVC NOISE-CANCELLING MICROPHONES FOR CALLS
Fully charge the built-in 550mAh battery of your FiiO BTR5 2021 in just 1.5 hours. Once it's charged completely you can use it for as long as 9 hours. With built-in dual omnidirectional high-sensitivity microphones, you can use a headset like the CTIA, which comes with an external microphone. When using either set of microphones, you can benefit from CVC 8.0 noise cancellation technology, which intelligently adjusts microphone gain and effectively suppresses background noise for crystal clear calls.
NFC ENABLED DEVICE WITH ADAPTIVE BATTERY SAVING AND USAGE MODE FOR CONVENIENCE
When you connect the BTR5 2021 to your headphones or phone, It remembers your preferred volume level, saving you effort and time. In iOS devices, you can even view the battery percentage right from the widget. Smart enough to detect the kind of headphone you are using, the FiiO BTR5 2021 adjusts its output once you insert the headphone. The moment you remove the headphone, the BTR5 is smart enough to pause the music and to go into low power consumption mode saving battery life. When a USB connection is detected with the BTR5 2021, it will automatically prompt you to turn on "USB Audio Adapter" mode, which turns off charging to the BTR5 2021 and allows you to use it as an audio dongle. You can connect to compatible devices using NFC one-touch connectivity. If you are using the BTR5 in the car mode, the BTR5 turns on and off depending on the car.
FEATURES EASY TO USE BUTTONS & SUPPORT TO FIIO'S MUSIC APP FOR PERSONALISATION
Pairing, play, pause, accept calls, hang up calls and open voice assistant using the dedicated buttons on the FiiO BTR5 2021. Once you've disconnected your paired devices via Bluetooth, you can press the Bluetooth reconnect button to reconnect with the device again. Just double-tap the dedicated button to activate your voice assistant. You can change how your BTR5 2021 sounds using the FiiO Music App and remotely control channel balance, select from 4 DAC lowpass filters or adjust the sound on a 10 band equaliser. Kindly note that the equaliser functionality does not work in the LDAC. In the box, you get a 360° of all-around protection case along with a detachable back clip and a USB Type-C to Type-C cable.
SPECS
MODEL | BTR5 2021 |
WEIGHT | About 43.7g(incl. battery) |
DIMENSIONS | About 72mm x 32mm x 11.1mm (exclusive of back clip) |
AUDIO INPUT | Bluetooth connection (Bluetooth 5.0 supported) |
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMATS | AAC/SBC/aptX/aptX LL/aptX HD/LDAC |
DRIVER-FREE MODE(SWITCH MODE) | Supported |
IN-VEHICLE MODE | Supported |
NFC | Supported |
MIC FUNCTION | Support Bluetooth call, built-in omnidirectional microphone; support external microphone of CTIA cable |
SE HEADPHONE OUTPUT | 3.5 mm stereo port |
USB PORT | Type C USB |
BALANCED HEADPHONE OUTPUT | 2.5mm port |
RECOMMENDED HEADPHONE IMPEDANCE | 16~100Ω(PO) 16~150Ω(BAL) |
CHANNEL BALANCE | ≤0.1dB |
GAIN | Supported (High/Low) |
VOLUME CONTROL | Side buttons |
STATUS INDICATION | Display indicates the Bluetooth code, charging, battery, volume, sampling rate, menu |
APP INTERCONNECTION | Supports setting through App |
CHARGING TIME | ≤1.5 h (DC 5V 500mA) |
POWER INPUT | Recommend DC 5V 500mA |
BATTERY CAPACITY | 550mAh |
OUTPUT POWER | PO about 80mW(32Ω loaded) PO about 90mW(16Ω loaded) BAL about 240mW(32Ω loaded) BAL about 240mW(16Ω loaded) |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz~20kHz (aptX connection) 20Hz~40kHz (LDAC connection) |
THD+N | PO<0.003%(LDAC 1kHz 32Ω dbA) BAL<0.002%(LDAC 1kHz 32Ω dbA) |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | PO≤1.0Ω(32Ω loaded) BAL≤2.0Ω(32Ω loaded) |
NOISE FLOOR | PO≤2uV(32Ω dbA) BAL≤2.2uV(32Ω dbA) |
AMPLITUDE | PO: 1.6V(32Ω /THD+N<1%) PO: 1.8V (no loaded) BAL: 2.8V(32Ω /THD+N<1%) BAL: 3.6V (no loaded) |
SNR | PO≥118dB (32Ω dbA) BAL≥122dB(32Ω dbA) |
CROSSTALK | PO≥ 79dB(1kHz 32Ω loaded) PO≥ 95dB(1kHz no loaded) BAL≥ 118dB(1kHz 32Ω loaded) BAL≥119dB(1kHz no loaded) |
SAMPLING RATE SUPPORTED UPTO | 384kHz/32bit(USB DAC) |
DSD SUPPORT (USB IN) | Windows - DSD64/128/256 OS X - DSD64/128 |
CHIPS USED | DAC: ES9219C * 2 USB: XMOS XUF208 Bluetooth: CSR8675 |
STANDARD EDITION | 1. FiiO BTR5 2021 |
2. Type-C to Type-C Cable | |
3. Back Clip | |
4. Quick Start Guide | |
5. Warranty Card | |
APPLE EDITION | 1. FiiO BTR5 2021 |
2. Type-C to Type-C Cable | |
3. Type-C to Lightning Cable | |
4. Back Clip | |
5. Quick Start Guide | |
6. Warranty Card |
Quick Start Guide | BTR5
Portable Bluetooth DAC & Amp
|
UPGRADE TO HI-RES SOUND TODAY WITH THE NEW FIIO BTR5 2021
Make your Bluetooth device a part of the Hi-Res wireless set up with the FiiO
BTR5 2021. With Bluetooth 5.0, the BTR5 extends support to high-quality Bluetooth codecs like AAC, SBC,
AptX, AptX LL, AptX HD, and LDAC up to 96 kHz. So if you are on the lookout for high-end audiophile setups,
the FiiO BTR5 is a perfect option for you to access excellent sound using your current device.
UPGRADED WITH MQA PROTOCOL SUPPORT WITH FULL 16X DECODING
The FiiO BTR5 2021 has been upgraded to offer maximum audio playback capability. A
new addition to the updated BTR5 2021 is support for MQA protocol with decoding and rendering capability.
This allows for high-resolution, master-level sound quality even in reasonably sized files. FiiO BTR5 2021
supports up to 16X MQA decoding with applicable music apps to enjoy music in life-like quality.
UNCOMPROMISED SOUND QUALITY WITH TWO ES9219C AND XMOS XUF208 CHIPS
The core of the FiiO BTR5 2021 has been renewed with two ESS SABRE ES9219C DAC chips with better decoding performance than the previous generation, a higher signal-to-noise ratio, and lower power consumption. To further solidify the audio architecture the BTR5 2021 has utilised an XMOS XUF208 control chip. With this chip, the BTR5 2021 is capable of asynchronous audio decoding and can decode up to 384kHz sampling rate and native DSD in USB2.0 and Asynchronous USB DAC supports 384kHz sampling rate and DSD256 natively.
NOTE: DSD256 is encapsulated as 384kHz on Windows and 768kHz on OSX, so when running on Windows BTR5 supports up to DSD256 and DSD128 on OSX.
EFFICIENT POWER MANAGEMENT WITH QUALCOMM CSRS8675 CHIP
The biggest perk of integrating and updating the Qualcomm CSRS8675 into the FiiO BTR5 2021 is low-power consumption and improved audio capabilities. This chip allows BTR5 2021 to support 24-bit and 120Mhz DSP audio processing for efficient Bluetooth decoding. You can use the BTR5 2021 for watching videos, playing games or listening to music and be assured of outstanding sound quality.
FPGA CLOCK AND DUAL CRYSTAL OSCILLATOR OFFERING HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO
FiiO BTR5 2021 comes embedded with a precision FPGA clock and this is responsible for the transmission and reception of Bluetooth and USB digital audio signals as well as clock management. In the BTR5 2021, after the Bluetooth signal is processed through the FPGA, jitter is reduced and signal stability is improved, completely solving the problem of different clock rates between the different components. With the addition of a dedicated FPGA, the 45.1584/49.152MHz dual crystal oscillators can more accurately reproduce audio signals under various sampling rates during Bluetooth and USB decoding.
EXPERIENCE DETAILED SOUND AND CONVENIENCE WITH DUAL OUTPUT CONNECTORS
To offer greater power and detailed resolution, the FiiO BTR5 2021 features both 2.5mm balanced and 3.5mm single-ended outputs. In its balanced audio architecture, each channel is driven separately with its own DAC and amplifier, allowing the BTR5 2021 to bring a purer sound with unmatched finesse and balance. This truly balanced audio architecture extends pure balanced sound. Kindly note that when 3.5mm and 2.5mm outputs are inserted simultaneously only the 3.5mm port will provide sound to ensure that the BTR5 functions normally.
EQUIPPED WITH A CRISP OLED SCREEN FUSED INTO A DURABLE ALUMINIUM BODY
The crisp and clear 0.49 inch 64x32 resolution OLED screen is among the best features of the FiiO BTR5 2021. It is one screen that displays everything, including info about pairing, connection, call status, power status, encoding format and volume. It also allows you to view and modify the charging status, car mode, filters and EQ. Similar to some of the latest smartphones, the FiiO BTR5 2021 sports a durable aluminium body with curved glass and an oleophobic layer on the top which gives it a smooth and fingerprint-resistant body.
9+ HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE AND CVC NOISE-CANCELLING MICROPHONES FOR CALLS
Fully charge the built-in 550mAh battery of your FiiO BTR5 2021 in just 1.5 hours. Once it's charged completely you can use it for as long as 9 hours. With built-in dual omnidirectional high-sensitivity microphones, you can use a headset like the CTIA, which comes with an external microphone. When using either set of microphones, you can benefit from CVC 8.0 noise cancellation technology, which intelligently adjusts microphone gain and effectively suppresses background noise for crystal clear calls.
NFC ENABLED DEVICE WITH ADAPTIVE BATTERY SAVING AND USAGE MODE FOR CONVENIENCE
When you connect the BTR5 2021 to your headphones or phone, It remembers your preferred volume level, saving you effort and time. In iOS devices, you can even view the battery percentage right from the widget. Smart enough to detect the kind of headphone you are using, the FiiO BTR5 2021 adjusts its output once you insert the headphone. The moment you remove the headphone, the BTR5 is smart enough to pause the music and to go into low power consumption mode saving battery life. When a USB connection is detected with the BTR5 2021, it will automatically prompt you to turn on "USB Audio Adapter" mode, which turns off charging to the BTR5 2021 and allows you to use it as an audio dongle. You can connect to compatible devices using NFC one-touch connectivity. If you are using the BTR5 in the car mode, the BTR5 turns on and off depending on the car.
FEATURES EASY TO USE BUTTONS & SUPPORT TO FIIO'S MUSIC APP FOR PERSONALISATION
Pairing, play, pause, accept calls, hang up calls and open voice assistant using the dedicated buttons on the FiiO BTR5 2021. Once you've disconnected your paired devices via Bluetooth, you can press the Bluetooth reconnect button to reconnect with the device again. Just double-tap the dedicated button to activate your voice assistant. You can change how your BTR5 2021 sounds using the FiiO Music App and remotely control channel balance, select from 4 DAC lowpass filters or adjust the sound on a 10 band equaliser. Kindly note that the equaliser functionality does not work in the LDAC. In the box, you get a 360° of all-around protection case along with a detachable back clip and a USB Type-C to Type-C cable.
MODEL | BTR5 2021 |
WEIGHT | About 43.7g(incl. battery) |
DIMENSIONS | About 72mm x 32mm x 11.1mm (exclusive of back clip) |
AUDIO INPUT | Bluetooth connection (Bluetooth 5.0 supported) |
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMATS | AAC/SBC/aptX/aptX LL/aptX HD/LDAC |
DRIVER-FREE MODE(SWITCH MODE) | Supported |
IN-VEHICLE MODE | Supported |
NFC | Supported |
MIC FUNCTION | Support Bluetooth call, built-in omnidirectional microphone; support external microphone of CTIA cable |
SE HEADPHONE OUTPUT | 3.5 mm stereo port |
USB PORT | Type C USB |
BALANCED HEADPHONE OUTPUT | 2.5mm port |
RECOMMENDED HEADPHONE IMPEDANCE | 16~100Ω(PO) 16~150Ω(BAL) |
CHANNEL BALANCE | ≤0.1dB |
GAIN | Supported (High/Low) |
VOLUME CONTROL | Side buttons |
STATUS INDICATION | Display indicates the Bluetooth code, charging, battery, volume, sampling rate, menu |
APP INTERCONNECTION | Supports setting through App |
CHARGING TIME | ≤1.5 h (DC 5V 500mA) |
POWER INPUT | Recommend DC 5V 500mA |
BATTERY CAPACITY | 550mAh |
OUTPUT POWER | PO about 80mW(32Ω loaded) PO about 90mW(16Ω loaded) BAL about 240mW(32Ω loaded) BAL about 240mW(16Ω loaded) |
FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20Hz~20kHz (aptX connection) 20Hz~40kHz (LDAC connection) |
THD+N | PO<0.003%(LDAC 1kHz 32Ω dbA) BAL<0.002%(LDAC 1kHz 32Ω dbA) |
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE | PO≤1.0Ω(32Ω loaded) BAL≤2.0Ω(32Ω loaded) |
NOISE FLOOR | PO≤2uV(32Ω dbA) BAL≤2.2uV(32Ω dbA) |
AMPLITUDE | PO: 1.6V(32Ω /THD+N<1%) PO: 1.8V (no loaded) BAL: 2.8V(32Ω /THD+N<1%) BAL: 3.6V (no loaded) |
SNR | PO≥118dB (32Ω dbA) BAL≥122dB(32Ω dbA) |
CROSSTALK | PO≥ 79dB(1kHz 32Ω loaded) PO≥ 95dB(1kHz no loaded) BAL≥ 118dB(1kHz 32Ω loaded) BAL≥119dB(1kHz no loaded) |
SAMPLING RATE SUPPORTED UPTO | 384kHz/32bit(USB DAC) |
DSD SUPPORT (USB IN) | Windows - DSD64/128/256 OS X - DSD64/128 |
CHIPS USED | DAC: ES9219C * 2 USB: XMOS XUF208 Bluetooth: CSR8675 |
STANDARD EDITION | 1. FiiO BTR5 2021 |
2. Type-C to Type-C Cable | |
3. Back Clip | |
4. Quick Start Guide | |
5. Warranty Card | |
APPLE EDITION | 1. FiiO BTR5 2021 |
2. Type-C to Type-C Cable | |
3. Type-C to Lightning Cable | |
4. Back Clip | |
5. Quick Start Guide | |
6. Warranty Card |
Quick Start Guide | BTR5
Portable Bluetooth DAC & Amp
|
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Is this just an Bluetooth amplifier or DAC/AMP?
What are the battery capacity and battery life of the BTR5 2021?
What are the main differences between BTR5 2021 and BTR5?
2. Added MQA support, which can unfold the MQA tracks on the mobile phone. When working with music applications supporting MQA, it can achieve 16x MQA unfolding.
3. The BTR5 2021 supports switching to the 'USB Audio Adapter mode' (USB dongle) by just one press. When a USB connection is detected the BTR5 2021, it will automatically prompt you to turn on 'USB Audio Adapter' mode, which turns off charging to the BTR5 2021 and allows you to use it as an audio dongle for your phone or other devices. Please press any button in 15s when the prompt menu jumps out. If there is no operation within 15 seconds, the charging function will stay on. (The pop-up menu can also be closed through the FiiO Control App.)
4. A short skin-friendly silicone Type-C to Type-C cable is added to the accessory list.
5. The package box is newly designed in a science fiction style, and the back panel adds an MQA logo.
6. The software filters have been reduced from 6 to 2 (since the DAC has added MQA support, we canceled the internal filter).
How to use the BTR5 2021 as a USB DAC for mobile phones?
2. The BTR5 2021 supports a switch to 'USB Audio Adapter Mode' by just one press. When a USB connection is detected the BTR5 2021, it will automatically prompt you to turn on 'USB Audio Adapter' mode. At this time, just press any button so that it will turn off the charging function and enter the 'USB Audio Adapter Mode'.
How to use the car mode?
How to pair the BTR5 2021 with a smartphone via NFC? Why is the NFC function not so sensitive sometimes?
NFC is a near field communication technology. The NFC sensing area of the mobile phone and the BTR5 2021 must be closer enough to each other to be paired. In addition, the NFC power of different mobile phones is different (mobile phones with a metal shell have relatively low NFC sensitivity). In addition, a mobile phone wearing a phone case also has low NFC sensitivity, so it is suggested to remove the case and try again.