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Can I update the firmware on my Aero DAC?

LTA releases new firmware for the Aero periodically to address software bugs and optimize performance. Aero DAC owners can update the firmware on their Aero DAC via an easy-to-use software application available for MacOS and Windows.

Download the Serce Updater app below for each platform:

Updating Firmware on the Aero DAC

Once you have the app downloaded and installed, follow these instructions to update your Aero DAC:

  1. Connect the Aero DAC to your computer via USB.

  2. Turn on the Aero DAC.

  3. Launch the Serce Updater application. The Aero DAC should show up automatically (see screenshot below).

  4. If a new firmware version is available, click the “Update” button.

  5. Allow installation process to finish (should take less than a minute). Do not power down or disconnect the Aero DAC until the process is finished.

  6. Installation progress will be shown and you will be alerted when the process is complete.

Troubleshooting

If the Aero DAC does not show up in the updater app:

  • Confirm the Aero DAC is connected via USB to the computer on which you are running the updater app

  • Confirm that the Aero DAC is powered on

  • With the Aero DAC on, close and re-launch the updater app

Is the Aero DAC an R2R DAC?

The Aero DAC is an R2R DAC, otherwise known as a resistor-to-resistor ladder DAC.

We employ the Analog Devices AD1865 R2R DAC chip, which is a highly regarded R2R DAC chip. One well-known audio brand uses this same chip in their $153,000 flagship DAC.