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Brinkmann Nyquist User Manual

Brinkmann Nyquist
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Brinkmann Nyquist Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorDesktop
InterfaceEthernet
Wavelength1310 nm
Fiber TypeSingle-mode
Connector TypeSC
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C

Summary

Safety Information

Legal Regulation

Specifies compliance with EN55013, EN55020, EN60065 standards.

Operating Conditions

Outlines ambient temperature, voltage, and environmental precautions for safe use.

Power Supply Safety

Details connection, disconnection, and safety measures for the power supply unit.

Electrical Hazard Warning

Warns about high internal voltages and required air circulation for heat dissipation.

Cleaning and Repair Policy

Advises on safe cleaning methods and states only authorized centers perform repairs.

Cleaning and Warranty

Cleaning Procedures

Advises using dry cloths and avoiding liquids for cleaning the unit and power supply.

High Voltage Warning

Highlights the risk of electrical shock and voiding warranty.

Warranty Terms

Covers a three-year warranty for defects, excluding shipping costs.

Warranty Maintenance

Emphasizes that only authorized facilities can perform repairs to maintain warranty.

Component Handling

Notes that digital components are sensitive and require proper power cycling.

Tube Description and Function

Details the use of Telefunken PCF803 tubes for output stage and gain control.

Tube Lifespan and Replacement

Discusses tube longevity and recommends original replacements from Brinkmann.

Power Supply and Digital Module

Chassis and Connection

Describes the metal chassis and the necessity of a three-prong power cord.

Voltage Conversion

Explains the transformer's role in converting mains voltage for internal circuits.

Engineered Power Cord

Highlights the engineered Brinkmann cord for superior sonic performance.

Module Upgradability

Explains the module's removability for future format upgrades.

Module Installation & Removal

Provides instructions for removing and re-installing the digital module safely.

Module Exchange Necessity

States that module exchange is only necessary when it needs to be exchanged.

Remote Control and Headphone Operation

IR Sensor Operation

Describes the IR sensor's operation and the required free space for line-of-sight.

Remote Button Functions

Details the functions of the top row and second row buttons on the remote.

Headphone Output Control

Explains how the headphone output is activated and the main output muted.

Playback Mode Switching

Describes switching between headphone and regular playback modes.

Packaging Contents List

Lists the items included in the double-carton shipping box.

Packaging for Shipping

Advises keeping the original packaging for future shipping safety.

Setup and Connections

Unit Placement and Support

Details placement requirements considering the unit's 24kg weight and granite base.

Vibration Control Methods

Discusses using isolation devices or thin sheets for vibration control.

IR Sensor Line-of-Sight

Explains the 20cm space requirement above the unit for the remote's IR sensor.

Power Supply Placement

Recommends placing the power supply on a resonance-free surface.

Rear Panel Connectors

Identifies various connectors on the rear panel of the Nyquist unit.

Connecting Nyquist

Output and Power Connectors

Describes RCA and XLR outputs and the 7-pole power supply socket.

Digital Input Ports

Details Ethernet, Toslink, USB, Coax S/PDIF, and AES/EBU inputs.

Connection Sequence

Provides a step-by-step guide for connecting the unit and power supply.

Power Conditioning

Notes that the unit does not require external power conditioning.

Operation and Display

Unit Power-On Sequence

Explains the display and LED indicators during the warm-up phase.

Display Information Guide

Details the information shown on the display: format, sample rate, input, gain, phase.

Gain and Input Control

Describes using rotary knobs for gain/volume and input selection.

USB Input and Roon Setup

USB Cable Recommendation

Advises using a dedicated, high-quality USB audio cable for PC/MAC connection.

Driver Installation Guide

Notes no drivers for Mac/Linux, but provides info for Windows driver download.

Roon Setup Example

Shows an example of selecting Nyquist as a device in Roon settings on a Mac.

Roon Configuration

Bit-Perfect Playback Settings

Lists supported sample rates and formats for bit-perfect playback.

Advanced Playback Options

Covers exclusive mode, integer mode, and buffer size settings.

Windows Driver Install Steps

Guides on downloading and installing the Windows USB Audio 2.0 Class Driver.

Supported Formats and Streaming

PCM USB Formats

Lists accepted Pulse Code Modulated formats and sample rates.

MQA USB Format Details

Explains MQA technology, its indicators, and logos.

DSD USB Format Details

Details Direct-Stream Digital formats, including DoP and native support.

Streaming Format Support

Lists accepted PCM and MQA formats for streaming.

DSD Streaming Support

Specifies DSD64 as the supported format for streaming.

Network Streaming Setup

Describes Ethernet cable requirements and automatic DHCP connection for network streaming.

Network Connectivity and Roon

Network Visibility

States Nyquist should be visible on the network to controllers.

Streaming Data Rates

Lists PCM, MQA, and DSD data rates supported for streaming.

Supported Streaming Sources

Lists supported sources like Roon, UPnP, Tidal, Deezer, and vTuner.

Control App Recommendation

Recommends MConnect's MControl app for controlling streaming services.

RoonReady Player Status

Identifies Nyquist as a RoonReady network player.

Roon Discovery and Setup

Explains Roon discovery and account requirements for setup.

Roon File and Service Integration

Mentions Roon integration with Tidal and local files.

Nyquist in Roon Network

Shows how Nyquist appears in Roon as a "Networked" device.

Brinkmann Nyquist Settings

Roon Volume Control

Option to hide volume control in Roon as it has no function.

Sample Rate and Bit Settings

Mentions Max Sample Rate and Max Bits Per Sample settings.

mControl App Usage

Playback Device Selection

Illustrates selecting Nyquist within the mControl app for playback.

Device Setup and Firmware Update

Explains how to access settings and update firmware via Device Setup in mControl.

mControl App Device Information

Network Interface Details

Displays WiFi SSID, LAN IP, WiFi IP, and MAC addresses.

Firmware Version Status

Shows firmware version and indicates if it is the latest.

UPnP and Streaming Services

UPnP Compatibility Explained

Explains Nyquist's UPnP compatibility for streaming from media servers/NAS.

UPnP Controller App

Recommends MConnect's MControl app as a UPnP controller.

Selecting UPnP Servers

Describes using the "Browser" icon in MControl to select servers.

Tidal and Deezer Streaming

Details accessing Tidal and Deezer streaming via MConnect's app.

vTuner Internet Radio

Explains accessing vTuner Internet Radio through the MControl app.

Technical Specifications

Input and Format Specifications

Lists all supported input types and audio formats, including MQA and DSD.

Performance Specifications

Provides specifications for THD/IM distortion, S/N ratio, gain, and output characteristics.

Physical and Weight Specs

Details dimensions, weight of the unit, granite base, and power supply.