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Cambridge Audio CXN v2 User Manual

Cambridge Audio CXN v2
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CXN (V2) Network Player
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Cambridge Audio CXN v2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeNetwork Streamer
DACDual Wolfson WM8740
Digital Audio OutputsS/PDIF Coaxial, TOSLINK Optical
EthernetYes
Standby Power Consumption<0.5W
Digital Filter2nd Generation ATF2 up-sampling to 24-bit/384kHz
Supported FormatsALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, AAC+, OGG Vorbis
ConnectivityEthernet, Wi-Fi
BluetoothOptional (via BT100 dongle)
InputsUSB, Optical, Coaxial
OutputsBalanced XLR, RCA
Analogue Audio OutputsBalanced XLR, RCA
CompatibilityUPnP
Streaming ServicesSpotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, Internet Radio
Wi-FiYes
ControlRemote Control
Dimensions85 x 430 x 305 mm (H x W x D)
Sample Ratesup to 24-bit/192kHz

Summary

Introduction

What's Included

Front Panel

Standby/On

Switches the unit between Standby Mode and On. Standby Mode is a low power mode.

USB Port

For use with USB storage devices. 1A maximum current consumption.

Play/Pause Button

Play or Pause current track.

Skip Button

Skip to next track during playback.

Stop/Delete Button

Press during playback to stop or delete items in various menus.

Display Function

Refers to the unit's display screen.

Infrared Sensor

Receives IR commands from the remote control.

Info Button

Cycles through 'Now Playing' screens or displays product info.

Home Button

Press to navigate to the Home menu.

More Button

Displays queued tracks and options when playing from UPnP sources.

Return Button

Press to return to the previous menu.

Navigation/Select Dial

Rotate to scroll and navigate menus. Press to accept the selected item/function.

Rear Panel Connections

AC Power Socket

Connects the unit to an appropriate mains socket for power.

USB Sockets

For Wi-Fi dongle, USB HD/flash disk or Bluetooth receiver.

Ethernet Port

Used to connect the CXN (V2) directly to a router.

Digital Inputs

TOSLINK and S/P DIF coaxial digital inputs for audio sources.

Digital Outputs

TOSLINK and S/P DIF coaxial digital outputs for audio signals.

USB Audio In Port

Enables playback of audio from a computer via USB.

IR In Port

Allows modulated IR commands from external systems to be received.

Control Bus

Used to send and receive power and volume commands between CX Series products.

Balanced Audio Output

For use with balanced XLR connections, offering higher quality audio.

Line Output

Provides a signal to another amplifier or a recording device.

Remote Control

Remote Standby/On

Switches the CXN (V2) between On and Standby mode.

Remote Brightness Control

Alters the brightness of the CXN (V2) display.

Remote Mute

Mutes or unmutes the loudspeakers and audio outputs.

Remote More Button

Displays queued tracks and options from Media Library sources.

Remote Digital Input

Shortcut to D1 Digital Input.

Remote Random Play

Plays tracks in a random order within the queue.

Remote Repeat Play

Repeats all tracks in the queue.

Remote Volume Control

Adjusts the volume level of the CXN (V2).

Remote Home Menu

Returns the front panel display to the Home menu.

Remote Info

Toggles between display information.

Remote Skip

Skips between previous and next tracks.

Remote Enter

Enters or selects an item.

Remote Navigation

Navigates between menus.

Remote Return

Returns or goes back in menus.

Remote Play/Pause

Plays or pauses the current track.

Remote Presets

Recalls stored presets 1-8.

Getting Connected

Basic Analogue Connections

Explains how to make analogue connections to the CXN (V2).

Line Output (RCA) Connection

Details the RCA connection for audio output.

Balanced Audio (XLR) Connection

Details the XLR connection for higher quality audio output.

Basic Digital Connections

Explains the two digital connection options for the CXN (V2).

Digital Coaxial Output

Details coaxial connections for audio, recommended for higher bandwidth.

TOSLINK Optical Output

Details optical connections, common on TVs and A/V units.

Control Bus Connection

Connects CX Series units for power and volume control.

Connecting to WiFi

Connecting to Wired Network

Instructions for connecting the CXN (V2) to a network via Ethernet cable.

Connecting to Wireless Network

Instructions for connecting the CXN (V2) to a Wi-Fi network.

Character Entry

Guide to entering text for Wi-Fi passwords and other inputs.

StreamMagic App

Built-in Streaming Services

Spotify Connect

How to stream music from Spotify directly to the player.

TIDAL Connect

How to stream music from TIDAL directly to the player.

TIDAL via StreamMagic

How to stream TIDAL music using the StreamMagic app.

Qobuz via Chromecast

How to cast Qobuz music using Chromecast.

Qobuz via StreamMagic

How to stream Qobuz music using the StreamMagic app.

AirPlay 2

Chromecast Built-in

Internet Radio

Internet Radio via StreamMagic App

How to search and assign internet radio presets using the app.

Internet Radio via Front Panel

How to search and assign internet radio presets using front panel controls.

USB Audio

USB Audio PC Setup

Guides for connecting and setting up the CXN (V2) for USB audio on PC.

USB Audio Mac Setup

Guides for connecting and setting up the CXN (V2) for USB audio on Mac.

USB Media

USB Media Playback (Front Panel)

How to play media from USB drives using front panel controls.

USB Media Playback (StreamMagic App)

How to play media from USB drives using the StreamMagic app.

Streaming Local Music

Settings

Device Name

How your player appears in StreamMagic app and on home network.

AirPlay Name

How your player appears when using AirPlay 2 or Apple Home app.

Standby Mode

Selects the type of standby mode your player will use.

Automatic Power Down

Sets how long the player waits before switching to standby.

Display Brightness

Sets the brightness of the player's display.

USB Audio Class

Sets the USB Audio Class for the USB Audio input.

Roon Ready DSD

Choose how Roon provides DSD content (DoP or PCM).

Control Bus

Connects to amplifier for volume commands via control bus.

Pre-amp Mode

Enables volume control of line output via app, remote, or dial.

Volume Limit

Sets maximum volume for streaming services.

Early Update

Option to receive pre-release firmware for the CXN (V2).

Firmware Updates

Checks for and applies new firmware available for the network player.

Factory Reset

Returns the player to its factory settings, deleting saved data.

Technical Specification

Source Quality Matrix

Troubleshooting

General Help Guidelines

Steps to resolve network connection issues and general problems.

UPnP Playback Issues

Troubleshooting common problems with UPnP playback.

USB Media Playback Issues

Troubleshooting common problems with USB Media playback.

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