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1 Content
1 Introduction 3
2 Registering 2go 4
3 Updating 2go 4
4 Product description 5
5 Charging 2go 8
6 Connecting 2go to Hugo 2 9
7 Powering on 2go 10
8 GoFigure app – Configuration 11
9 Configuration menu 13
10 Connection methods 14
11 Audio playback 17
12 Manual configuration 20
13 Browser configuration 23
14 GoFigure app – Extra features 25
15 Technical specifications 27
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2 Introduction
This user manual is intended for 2go users. It contains all the information necessary to safely and
successfully use 2go . The user manual describes 2go and provides the essential user instructions related
to everyday use.
2.1 Safety
Please take note of the following safety instructions before using 2go:
• Never allow 2go to come into contact with water or other liquids.
• Never spray cleaner onto 2go. Only use a clean microfibre cloth to clean the casing.
• Before using this product you must read the safety document included in the box.
• There are no user-serviceable components within the 2go. Never attempt to open, dismantle or apply
internal third-party devices to it.
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3 Registering 2go
2go comes with a three-year warranty
that covers defects in materials and
workmanship through fair wear
and tear.
• Register your 2yu via the Chord Electronics website: www.chordelectronics.co.uk/register-product
• Registering your product helps us to provide you with the best possible after-sales support.
In the unlikely event of a claim, you must first contact your supplying dealer.
4 Updating 2go
New firmware is periodically issued to guarantee high performance and introduce new features to 2go.
These updates can be found in the GoFigure app.
1. In the Settings tab 4 of the GoFigure app, press Device Settings.
2. Press Firmware Update and select the update you wish to install.
2go can also be updated via manual configuration:
• Select “Firmware update” by pressing the Configuration button B (see chapter 9).
NOTE
keep your 2go up to date.
NOTE
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The GoFigure app will not actively notify you of new updates. Check the app regularly to
Updates can only be downloaded when 2go is connected to a network with internet access.
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5 Product description
2go is a portable music streamer and player. Combined with Hugo 2, it can wirelessly stream from
connected devices and play back audio via Roon, AirPlay or from a Micro SD card, all with smartphone
control. 2go provides access to hi-fi sound quality at home or on-the-go, via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or LAN.
5.1 Features
Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with 2go’s main features:
A
B D
C
A Locking hex screw F Charge status LED L USB cable
B ON/OFF / Configuration button G Micro USB charging port M Connector pins
C Network status LED H MicroSD slot (left) N Allen wrench
D Ethernet port J MicroSD slot (right) O Ethernet cable
E 2go status LED K Wi-Fi / Bluetooth antenna
E
G H
F
J K L
M
N
O
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5.2 Status LEDs
2go uses three LEDs to communicate feedback:
• 2go status LED
• Network status LED
• Charge status LED
E
C
F
These LEDs emit various colours to communicate 2go’s status:
2go status LED Network status LED
2go has successfully read the inserted
Flashing
Flashing
Flashing
Flashing fast
Flashing slowly
MicroSD card.
2go cannot read the inserted MicroSD
card.
2go has successfully paired via Bluetooth. 2go has established a Wi-Fi connection.
Refreshing SD card database.
2go is updating its firmware. 2go is booting.
2go is charging.
Flashing
Flashing
2go is in Hotspot mode and is available
as a Wi-Fi connection for an external
device.
2go is searching for a known Wi-Fi
network.
2go has established an Ethernet
connection.
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5.3 Battery level
When 2go is switched on, the charge status LED F will glow in 1 of 4 colours to indicate the battery
level:
Charging 100-75% 75-50% 50-25% 25-5% 5-0%
Flashing
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slowly empty over time.
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The microprocessor remains active when 2go is switched o. This causes the battery to
The battery level is also displayed in the Home menu of the GoFigure app (see chapter 6).
5.4 Audio playback
2go can play back audio from the following sources:
• DLNA
– As a server
– Tidal (via Gofigure)
– Qobuz (via Gofigure)
• Internet radio (via Gofigure)
To playback audio via Hugo 2 please make sure that Hugo 2 is switched on and that the USB input is
selected. This is shown by the input LED showing a white light.
• MPD
• Bluetooth Audio (A2DP)
• Roon
• Airplay
• MicroSD cards (Up to maximum
capacity 4TB)
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6 Charging 2go
2go can be charged with the provided USB cable L or the charger supplied with Hugo 2. It takes
about 5 hours to charge 2go. 2go and Hugo 2 can be charged simultaneously, with a charge time of
about 8 hours.
NOTE
2go and Hugo 2 simultaneously, an input of at least 2A is required. Using a 1A charger to charge both
devices simultaneously will result in only Hugo 2 being charged.
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To charge 2go:
1. Insert the USB cable L or Hugo 2 charger into the Micro USB charging port G.
2. Insert the other end of the USB cable L or Hugo 2 charger into a suitable power outlet or adapter.
2go will start to charge and the charge status LED F and 2go status LED E will emit a solid white
light.
When using a dierent charger, make sure it can supply at least 1A to charge 2go. To charge
We recommend that you fully charge 2go before using it for the first time.
2go can be charged while playing back audio, but this increases the charging time.
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7 Connecting 2go to Hugo 2
To connect 2go to Hugo 2:
1. Screw the connector pins M into
the front of Hugo 2 until finger tight.
NOTE: please do not over-tighten as this
will damage your Hugo 2
2. Gently attach 2go to Hugo 2.
3. Tighten 2go’s locking hex screws
with the provided Allen wrench
A
.
N
NOTE
not connecting with ease, please
slightly loosen the connector pins half
a turn and re-join the two devices
If your two devices are
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8 Powering on 2go
To power on 2go:
1. Attach 2go to Hugo 2 (see chapter 4).
2. Press and hold the ‘config’ button B for 2 seconds.
or
3. Press and hold the power button of Hugo2 until the buttons start to glow. 2go will now automatically
switch on.
4. Wait approximately 15 seconds. The Network status LED C will remain Orange whilst booting up
(please wait). When fully booted the LED will then show the current network status (see section 2.2).
5. If you intend to play back audio via Hugo 2, you will need to select the USB input on the device. This
is denoted by a white LED,
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We recommend using a 2go case to protect the connection between the two devices.
8.1 Powering o
To power o 2go:
1. Press and hold the ‘config’ button B for 5 seconds.
or
2. Press and hold the power button of Hugo 2. This switches both devices o.
3. Wait 20 seconds for 2go to power o
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9 GoFigure app – Configuration
2go can be configured with the GoFigure app,
available for download on the App Store or
Google Play.
9.1 Requirement
Your control device must have Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or Wi-Fi compatibility. If this requirement is
not met, see chapter 9 for the manual configuration method.
9.2 First use
The Setup Wizard of the GoFigure app can be used to quickly set 2go’s most important settings (see
page 11):
1. Install the GoFigure app on your control device.
2. Enable Bluetooth on your control device.
3. Make sure 2go is within range of your control device (< 5 m).
4. Open the GoFigure app and press Select Device. The app will scan for a nearby 2go.
5. Select 2go once it appears on your screen and press Select Device.
6. Please wait while the app loads your 2go.
7. Enter a custom name for your 2go (optional). Press Audio Playback to continue.
8. Select your Wi-Fi network and input your Password OR If using LAN, please connect your cable and
skip this step.
– Press Wi-Fi Normal to connect to a regular Wi-Fi network. Select your Wi-Fi network and enter
the password. Press Continue/Submit.
– Press Wi-Fi Hotspot to switch on 2go’s Hotspot. To connect, open your Wifi settings and select
2go-*****
– Press Bluetooth to connect to your 2go via Bluetooth.
9. Press FINISH to complete the setup wizard.
When using the GoFigure app for the second time, it will open on the Devices Near You page. Select
your 2go to go straight to the configuration menu.
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10 Configuration menu
The configuration menu of the GoFigure app allows you to manage and control your 2go:
1 2 3 4
1
Home tab
2
Music tab
3
5
6
Help tab
4
Settings tab
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Status bar:
– Hot Spot connection
– Wi-Fi connection
– Bluetooth connection
– Charging
– Battery level
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2go status information:
– Device name
– Connected device
– Active connection method
– Audio playback mode
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DSD/Bit Perfect toggle
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Audio playback controls
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11 Connection methods
2Go can connect to an audio source or your control device via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or LAN.
11.1 Bluetooth
2go’s Bluetooth connection is always available. To establish a Bluetooth connection:
1. Enable Bluetooth on your control device or audio source.
2. Make sure 2go is within range of your control device (< 5 m).
3. Select 2go from the list of available devices.
4. If asked, enter 0000 as the input code. The 2go status LED E flashes purple when the connection is
registered.
NOTE
sound quality. The use of a Wi-Fi connection is recommended for optimal sound quality.
NOTE
range.
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Bluetooth is a user-friendly wireless connection method, but can result in some loss of
2go has a maximum Bluetooth range of 5 metres. Sound distortion may occur beyond this
The PIN can be changed in the Device Settings menu of the Settings tab 4 of the GoFigure app.
11.2 Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi (or LAN) is the preferred connection method because it ensures the best sound quality. 2go can
establish a Wi-Fi connection in two ways.
NOTE
NOTE
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denoted by a white input LED being shown.
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For optimal Wi-Fi performance, keep the Wi-Fi antenna K clear of obstacles.
2Go communicates only via 2.4 GHz networks and has a maximum Wi-Fi range of 10 metres.
If you intend to play back music via Hugo 2 please select the USB input on the device. This is
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External network
2go can connect to an available Wi-Fi network. This option is enabled when Airplane Mode and Hotspot
Mode are deselected in the Settings tab 4.
1. In the Settings tab 4, press Wi-Fi to select or manually add a network.
2. Select an available network from the list. Enter the password and press Submit to connect.
or
3. Press Manually add network and enter the name and password of the network you want to add.
Press Done to connect.
2go can also connect to a Wi-Fi hotspot generated by a mobile device.
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You can add multiple networks to 2go. They will be automatically remembered and connected to
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when in range.
Hotspot mode
2go can create its own Wi-Fi hotspot. This acts as a replacement for Wi-Fi when no external network is
available.
1. In the Settings tab 4, select Hotspot Mode.
2. Enable Wi-Fi on your control device and select 2go-XXXX to connect, where XXXXX is a number
unique to your 2go.
3. If available, select the “Use without internet” (IOS) or “Use this network as is” (Android) option on
your control device when connecting to 2go’s hotspot.
– On an iOS device, press “cancel” in the top right corner to reveal this option. Repeat this step if
necessary.
NOTE
when using Hotspot mode again.
Once your control device is successfully connected, these steps do not need to be repeated
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11.3 LAN
When wireless internet is not available, 2go can establish a LAN connection via an ethernet cable:
1. Connect the provided ethernet cable O to 2go’s ethernet port
NOTE
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Wi-Fi is disabled when an Ethernet cable is connected.
A LAN connection should be registered automatically will in most cases allow for zero configuration.
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12 Audio playback
2go can play back audio from the various sources (see chapter 2) and will automatically select the
correct source for you when you press play. Please make sure that if you are playing back audio through
Hugo 2 that the USB input is selected, this is denoted by a white colour.
12.1 Roon
2go can act as a Roon Ready device and play back audio from your personal Roon server:
1. Make sure 2go is connected to the same network as your ‘Roon Core’ and/or ‘Remote device’.
2. Navigate to your Roon Output settings and enable 2go. 2go is now a registered output.
12.2 Airplay
2go supports AirPlay, which allows it to connect to and play back audio from your Apple devices.
1. Make sure 2go and your Apple device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Navigate to your Apple device’s audio output options and select 2go. All audio will now route to 2go.
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Please ensure your iPhone master volume is set to maximum before adjusting the Hugo 2 volume
12.3 Bluetooth audio
2go can play back audio via a Bluetooth connection.
1. Enable Bluetooth on your control device and select 2go to connect.
2. Play music from your control device.
NOTE
selected.
If there are multiple 2go devices available, please select the one that is currently not
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12.4 MicroSD cards
2go is able to play back music stored on one or two MicroSD cards via DLNA, UPnP or MPD.
NOTE
NOTE
1. Insert a MicroSD card into one of the MicroSD slots H J. The 2go status LED E flashes green
when the card is detected.
the card, check the content and re-insert.
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formatted to ExFat.
2go has two MicroSD slots H J.
2go supports up to a total of 4 TB of MicroSD storage capacity.
NOTE
If there is an error when reading the card, the 2go status LED E will flash red. Remove
If 2go does not detect the MicroSD card, insert the card into a computer and make sure it is
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2. On your control device, open a DLNA, UPnP or MPD app of your choice (e.g. BubbleUPnP (Android)
or 8 Player (iOS).
3. In the app, select 2go as the audio output.
4. Select a song from the MicroSD card’s directory to begin playback.
Quickplay
The Quickplay option allows you to look at any MPD playlists stored on the MicroSD card. See chapter 11
for more information.
1. Press the Music tab 2 or use the playback controls on the home screen.
2. Select one of the available playlists to begin playback.
or
3. Select an SD card or the Radio to begin playback.
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13 Manual configuration
If your 2go or control device does not meet the requirements for configuration via the GoFigure app, the
connectivity and audio playback modes can also be manually configured.
13.1 Connecting 2go
2go can be connected to external devices in four ways (see chapter 7):
• Bluetooth
• Wi-Fi network
• Wi-Fi hotspot
• Local Area Network (LAN).
NOTE
selected with the Configuration button B.
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Bluetooth is always available, while the other wireless connectivity modes can be manually
A LAN connection can be established via an Ethernet cable.
13.2 Configuration method
2go can be manually configured by using the Configuration button B:
NOTE
to receive spoken feedback and instructions during the process.
1. Connect 2go to Hugo 2 (see chapter 4).
2. Connect your headphones to Hugo 2.
3. Press the Configuration button B once to start the sequence:
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The use of headphones is necessary while progressing through the options. This allows you
“mode: press for mode”
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4. Press the Configuration button B repeatedly to progress through the options:
“mode: current mode”
“mode: enter Hotspot mode”
“mode: enter Network mode”
“mode: Hotspot password reset”
“mode: Bluetooth PIN reset”
“factory reset”
“firmware update”
5. After reaching the desired option, wait 5 seconds. Press the Configuration button B one last time
when instructed:
“mode: press to enter XXXX mode”
“mode: entering XXXX mode”
NOTE
for several seconds.
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Selecting one of the three reset options requires you to hold the Configuration button
Selecting “mode: current mode” will prompt 2go to tell you the current connectivity mode.
B
13.3 Bluetooth connection
2go’s Bluetooth connection is always available, no matter which mode is selected.
1. Enable Bluetooth on your control device.
2. Select 2go from the list of available devices.
3. If asked, enter 0000 as the input code. The 2go status LED E flashes purple when the connection is
registered.
NOTE
sound quality. We recommend using a Wi-Fi connection for optimal sound quality.
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Bluetooth is a user-friendly wireless connection method, but can result in some loss of
The ‘Bluetooth’ PIN can be changed in the GoFigure app.
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Wi-Fi network mode
Network mode allows 2go to connect to an available Wi-Fi network.
1. Select “mode: enter Network mode” by using the Configuration button B.
2go is available for Wi-Fi connection when the 2go status LED E starts to flash blue.
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2go will automatically look for or connect to a known Wi-Fi network. A new Wi-Fi network must first
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be added in the browser configuration menu. See chapter 7 on how to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
13.4 Wi-Fi hotspot mode
W-Fi Hotspot mode allows you to connect to a Wi-Fi network created by your 2go. It acts as a
replacement for Wi-Fi when no external network is available.
1. Select “mode: enter Hotspot mode” by using the Configuration button B. The 2go status LED E
will flash blue and green when 2go is in Hotspot mode.
2. Enable Wi-Fi on your control device.
3. Select 2go-XXXXX to connect to the hotspot, where XXXXX is a number unique to your 2go.
13.5 Factory reset
The factory reset option allows you to erase all user adjustable information from 2go’s memory (e.g.
Wi-Fi networks, passwords and playlists).
1. Select “factory reset” by using the Configuration button B.
NOTE
re-index the card as soon as the reset is complete.
NOTE
control device. The name will reset once the Bluetooth cache is updated.
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Remove your MicroSD card from 2go before running a factory reset. 2go will otherwise
The name of your 2go may not reset when re-connecting 2go to a previously connected
The factory reset option is also available in the GoFigure app (see chapter 11).
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14 Browser configuration
As an alternative to the GoFigure app, 2go can also be configured in a browser menu. This menu is
only available on a control device that is connected to the Wi-Fi hotspot generated by 2go.
1. Activate the Hotspot mode of 2go.
2. Connect your control device to 2GO-XXXXX, where XXXXX is a number unique to your 2go.
3. Open a web browser window and go to www.2go.audio or http://192.168.1.1
The browser configuration menu has three sections:
• Wi-Fi settings
• Manage Connections
• Play Mode settings
14.1 Play Mode settings
The Play Mode settings section allows you to:
• Select Roon Ready to use Roon as the audio playback mode.
– Select DSD to use Roon DSD mode. MPD Bit Perfect Audio is automatically selected as well
(see chapter 11 for more information).
• Select Other to use Micro SD, Airplay or Bluetooth audio as the audio playback mode.
– Select MPD Bit Perfect Audio if you wish to only use Hugo 2 for volume control.
– Select Keep in Hotspot Mode if you wish to stay connected to 2Go’s hotspot.
• Save your settings.
NOTE
NOTE
ensure 2go reboots in the new mode.
Deselect Keep in Hotspot Mode if you want to connect to a newly added Wi-Fi network.
When switching between Hotspot mode and Network mode, press Save and Reboot to
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Wi-Fi settings
The Wi-Fi settings section allows you to:
• (Re)name your 2go.
• Enter the network name and password of the Wi-Fi network you wish to use.
• Save a Wi-Fi network to add it to 2go’s memory.
• Assign a password to the Wi-Fi hotspot created by your 2go when in Hotspot mode.
• Select the country that matches the used Wi-Fi network.
Manage Connections
The Manage Connections section allows you to delete a previously saved Wi-Fi network from 2go’s
memory.
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15 GoFigure app – Extra features
The GoFigure app’s configuration menu has some extra features that allow you to customize your 2go
audio playback experience.
15.1 DSD / Bit Perfect
Adjusting the volume with the physical controls of your control device can compromise the quality of
the digital signal. DSD / Bit Perfect disables the physical volume control on your control device and
prevents this from happening.
1. In the Settings tab 4 of the configuration menu, toggle DSD / Bit Perfect.
NOTE
NOTE
This mode must be enabled for DSD playback via Roon.
Enabling DSD/ Bit-Perfect will disable the control devices master volume control.
15.2 Quickplay
The Quickplay option allows you to look at any MPD playlists stored on the Micro SD card.
1. In the Music tab 2 of the GoFigure app, select the MicroSD card you want to view.
2. Select one of the available playlists to begin playback.
Quickplay uses the BLE connection between 2go and your control device, so no Wi-Fi connection
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is required.
MPD playlists can be created in applications such as MPDeluxe (iOS), Glider (iOS) or M.A.L.P.
TIP
(Android).
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15.3 General Settings
The General Settings menu contains information about 2go’s networks and the contents of its MicroSD
card.
1. In the Settings tab 4 of the configuration menu, press General Settings.
2. Press Refresh DLNA Database to retrieve information about a newly inserted MicroSD card.
15.4 Device Settings
The Device Settings menu allows you to change 2go’s settings.
1. In the Settings tab 4 of the configuration menu, press Device Settings.
2. Press Re-run Wizard to repeat the initial configuration process.
3. Press Factory Reset to reset 2go back to its default factory settings.
15.5 Radio option
1. In the Music tab 2 of the configuration menu, press Radio.
2. Select one of the available radio stations to begin playback.
or
3. Add a radio station.
2go must be connected to an active WiFi network in order to access digital radio.
NOTE
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16 Technical Specifications
We are invested to keeping 2go up to date. Please refer to www.chordelectronics.co.uk for the most
recent specifications.
Dimensions 50 mm x 100 mm x 22 mm
Weight 2Go 155 g
Weight 2Go + Hugo 2 545 g
Playback time Approx. 12+ hours
Charging time Approx. 5 hours
Charging input 5V / 2A
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth 4.1 / A2DP
PCM sample rates 44.1 kHz–768 kHz
DSD via DoP DSD64 – DSD256
Storage MicroSD (up to 4 TB)
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