The JustBoom DAC HAT is an outstanding plug - and - play digital - to - analog converter for your Raspberry Pi. It offers high - resolution audio, bringing you a superior sound experience. Just stack this add - on board (HAT) onto your Raspberry Pi A+, B+, 2B, or the new 3B, and it's ready to use right away. Designed for easy installation and use, no soldering is needed and all mounting hardware is provided. This makes it suitable for both beginners and pros. Connect it to powered speakers or an audio amplifier, and you'll be enjoying high - quality audio playback in minutes. An optional IR receiver is included for remote control. The HAT features a 384kHz/32 - bit DAC chip with hardware volume mixing and a 138mW headphone amplifier. It has line - level RCA and headphone amplified 3.5mm jack outputs. Using the I²S interface for audio input, it reduces CPU load on the Raspberry Pi compared to USB solutions. Powered directly from the GPIO header, no extra cables or power supplies are required. All Raspberry Pi GPIO pins are accessible for project customization. It's compatible with the JustBoom Amp and has full driver support in Raspbian, along with compatibility with many other software platforms like OSMC, Max2Play, etc.




Using the JustBoom DAC HAT is super easy. First, stack the HAT onto your Raspberry Pi A+, B+, 2B, or 3B. There's no need to solder anything, and all the mounting hardware is already in the package. Then, connect it to your powered speakers or an audio amplifier. If you want to use the remote control, just set up the optional IR receiver. You can control the volume through both hardware and software on your Raspberry Pi. When it comes to maintenance, keep it in a dry and clean place. Make sure the Raspberry Pi is properly powered when using the HAT. Don't expose it to extreme temperatures or moisture. Also, be careful when accessing the GPIO pins for customization. Just follow these steps and tips, and you'll have a great audio experience with the JustBoom DAC HAT.