The following diagrams show the most common configurations for connecting your DAC3 from a computer' USB port to wired headphones or any music system.

Step 1: Connect the DAC3 to your phone, tablet or computer's USB-C port using the included cables. (Lightning to USB-C for iOS devices and USB-C for MacOS, Android and Windows).

For PC, the DAC3 should be recognized automatically.

For Mac, under System Preferences/Sound, select "Audioengine DAC3" as the sound output.

Step 2: Connect the mini-jack output of your DAC3 to wired headphones, or any audio input of your powered speakers, stereo system, etc.

Note that the audio cables to connect your DAC3 to a stereo system are not included with the DAC3.

Step 3: Adjust the volume on your device and DAC3 via the side panel control to a medium level and start playing music.

For the full setup guide, download the attached PDF:
DAC3 Quickstart Guide