Chord – 2go

Designed & Made in the UK 3 Years ofWarranty Ideal forAudiophiles Best Suited forPortable Use Use Wirelesslywith Bluetooth 12 Hours ofBattery Life MetalBuild Upto 4TBof Storage DESCRIPTION CHORD 2GO + HUGO 2 = SONIC BLISS Turn your Hugo 2 DAC into a fully-featured WiFi and Ethernet-enabled device with the Chord 2go. It features dual microSD card slots that support up to 2TB data storage each, allowing it to act as a standalone player. The compact size and 12-hour battery life make it perfect for on-the-go usage. STREAM AUDIO HOWEVER YOU LIKE Go wireless with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi or Bluetooth A2DP or stay wired with Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. You can also stream music from services like Tidal, Spotify and Qobuz. The 2go supports Roon and is fully DLNA-compliant (server/renderer) and AirPlay-ready. You can switch between multiple input settings easily with the auto-switching input function. It ensures that every audio interface is always on so that the music plays as soon as you hit ‘play’ on the control point app or your streaming service. ENGINEERED IN BRITAIN Made in Britain, the 2go uses highly advanced miniaturised electronic engineering for its DoP/Bit Perfect audio. A superfast triple-core audio processor ensures lag-free playback up to 768kHz or DSD 256. All this tech is fitted into a durable CNC-machined aluminium chassis. SPECS AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS COMPATIBILITY In order for 2go to perform as a fully functional streamer, a connection with Hugo 2 (DAC/Preamp/Headphone amp) or 2yu is required. POWER SUPPLY Internal battery with up-to 8hr playback. Desktop mode activated upon insertion of Micro USB charging cable). WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY Long-range 2.4GHz WiFi Bluetooth 4.1 A2Dp WIFI MODES Connect to (allows 2go to connect to an existing 2.4GHz WiFi network) or Hotspot mode (activated within the Gofigure app, which allows 2go to broadcast its own WiFi network with SSID and password in the eventuality that the device cannot connect to a static network). WIRED CONNECTIVITY Gigabit (GbE) ethernet PCM & DSD SUPPORT 44.1kHz – 768kHZ (16bit – 32bit) | DSD 64 to DSD 256 (via DoP) FILE FORMAT SUPPORT ACC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, OGG VORBIS, ALAC, WMA, MP3 and more… INITIAL SETUP, CONFIGURATION, AND UPDATES Via free Gofigure app available on iOS and Google Play store MUSIC STORAGE 2x Onboard Micro SD card slots (up-to 4TB of total storage) PLAYBACK Roon (Endpoint), DLNA (server and render), AirPlay, Bluetooth audio (A2DP), Tidal, Qobuz, Internet radio and more coming… GAPLESS PLAYBACK Supported DIMENSIONS 50mm x 100mm x 21mm WEIGHT 155g IN THE BOX BOX CONTENTS 1. Chord – 2go 2. Micro USB to Type-A USB cable 3. Ethernet cable 4. 2x locating screws 5. Allen key 6. Drawstring bag 7. Safety instructions 8. Get started with 2go guide FAQS How do I connect 2go with Hugo 2go? Within the packaging, 2go comes with x2 locking pins. You must carefully screw these into each of the screw threads located on the edge of Hugo 2 that contains the Micro USB inputs. You must do this until they are thumb tight, never any more. Next, locate each the docking pins with the docking socket and gently insert 2go into Hugo 2. Finally, you must tighten the hex screws at the top and bottom of 2go with the provided hex key, until they are thumb tight and never more, to complete a successful and secure connection. If you are unable to successfully connect both devices please put Hugo 2 to one side. Next, use the provided hex key to loosen the hex screws located at the top and the bottom of 2go by half-a-turn. Now, bring Hugo 2 to 2go and attempt to make a successful connection. How to playback music via Hugo 2 with 2go? Once you have successfully connected 2go with Hugo 2 and securely locked the devices together you must turn Hugo 2 on, which will then turn on 2go. When 2go is successfully switched on you must select the USB input on Hugo 2 by pressing the ‘input’ button until a white colour is displayed. Now, refer to the app Gofigure to complete the setup. Go figure is available on Apple’s App Store and Google’s Play Store. What input should Hugo 2 display to use 2go? 2go sends data to Hugo 2 via the Micro USB input. Please select the USB input on Hugo 2 by pressing the input button until a white colour is displayed. 2go is not successfully connecting with Hugo 2? If you are experiencing difficulty with connecting 2go with Hugo 2 the most likely culprit are the preinstalled locking hex screws located on the top and bottom of 2go. To resolve this please place Hugo 2 to one side. Next, use the provided hex key to loosen the locking hex screws on 2go by half-a-turn. Now, reattempt to make a successful connection with Hugo 2. When it does, you must tighten the screws, until they are thumb tight and never more, to complete a successful and secure connection. 2go is not successfully connecting with Hugo 2? Within the packaging, 2go comes with x2 locking pins. You must carefully screw these into each of the screw threads located on the edge of Hugo 2 that contains the Micro USB inputs. You must do this until they are thumb tight, never any more. Next, locate each the docking pins with the docking socket and gently insert 2go into Hugo 2. Finally, you must tighten the hex screws at the top and bottom of 2go with the provided hex key, until they are thumb tight and never more, to complete a successful and secure connection. User Guide Learn how to make the most out of your Chord 2go with information on how to protect and clean your device from time to time. Get information on battery life indicators and configuring these with other devices. Read More Warranty & Media Reviews 3 Year Warranty Don’t sweat it, this Chord 2go comes with a 3 year warranty from Chord that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer’s warranty. Read more about Chord’s warranty in India. DIGITAL MUSIC PLAYER Audio ReputationJune, 2020 Annual Award Winner Stereonet UKJuly, 2020 BEST WIRELESS STREAMER 2021 HEADFONICSDec, 2021 “The 2go/Hugo 2 pairing may need a little pampering but get that right and you’ll have an astonishingly capable and versatile digital source” Read More “Like any other piece of Chord equipment, Chord 2Go is a state-of-the-art network streamer. It’s perfect for all kinds of audiophile desktop setups, especially for space-limited setups.” Read More