The AI-101DA is a stereo integrated amplifier with USB audio input. The main unit employs a USB audio input that allows users to connect to a computer and process high-resolution audio of up to 192kHz/24-bit by on-board D/A converter PCM1796 by BurrBrown. The asynchronous connection minimizes jitter noise generated by the computer, while the up-conversion function refines incoming digital audio to make it as smooth as possible, even from CD-based audio tracks.

The main unit supports Bluetooth® wireless audio streaming with an aptX® codec. Users can transmit high-quality audio wirelessly from their smartphone to the AI-101DA.

The AI-101DA provides a simple and smart way of power-on/off sequence when you watch TV. Thanks to its auto power saving function, the AI-101DA automatically turns on when incoming digital audio signal is detected, and vice versa, it automatically turns off when incoming digital audio signal is inactive for 3 minutes. So, you can connect a TV, PC, satellite receiver, and STB such as Apple TV and Sonos connect that equips optical digital audio output to enjoy simplified and smart operations. The auto power saving function can be engaged or disabled by user preference. However when it is disabled, it still automatically switches to standby mode if left without any operation for 30 minutes.