CocktailAudio X14 - User Manual

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Rev2.0 English

Summary

Gracenote End User License Agreement

Notification of GNU General Public License

Preamble

Explains the intent and guarantees of the GNU General Public License.

Important safety instructions

General Safety Warnings

Essential safety precautions for connecting and using the unit.

RF Exposure and FCC Compliance

Information on radio frequency exposure limits and FCC regulatory compliance.

1. Product overview

1-1. Front view

Identifies key components and controls on the front panel.

1-2. Top view

Identifies key components and controls on the top panel.

1-4. Rear view

Details the ports and connections available on the rear panel.

1-5. View of remote control and key function

Explains the function of each button on the remote control.

2. Prepare

2-1. Check the contents of X14 package

Verifies all items included in the product package upon arrival.

2-2. Install AAA batteries into the remote control.

Guides on installing batteries for the remote control.

2-3. Optional items, WiFi USB dongle

Information about optional accessories like the WiFi USB dongle.

2-4. Optional items, external USB Optical Disk Drive

Information about the optional external USB optical disk drive.

2-5. X14 purchased without storage.

Instructions for installing and formatting storage devices like HDD or SSD.

3. Turn On and Start

3-1. Wizard Setup (Setup Assistant)

Step-by-step initial configuration for OSD, network, and HDD.

3-2. Turn ON for normal use

Instructions for powering on the device and understanding the boot sequence.

4. SETUP

4-1. Music DB

Settings for display modes, album views, track numbering, and DB operations.

4-2. CD Ripping

Options for selecting bit rate, quality, format, and FreeDB settings.

4-3. Audio

Adjustments for player view, equalizer, volume, digital outputs, and playback modes.

4-4. Network

Configuration for wired/wireless networks and network services.

4-7. System

Settings for display language, auto play, HDD sleep, factory reset, time, and firmware.

4-10. Bluetooth

Pairing Bluetooth devices.

4-11. License for Gracenote

Activating the Gracenote music metadata service.

5. What is the CD Database (Music DB) of X14

5-1. Making the most use of Music DB

Best practices for organizing music files for the Music DB.

5-2. Music DB storage (Main storage) Selection and ‘My Music’ folder

Selecting main storage and understanding the 'My Music' folder.

5-3. How to add music to the Music DB

Procedures for scanning and adding music files from storage to the database.

5-5. How to initialize the Music DB

Process for clearing and re-indexing the entire Music DB.

6. CD Loading (Ripping)

6-1. Ripping format and converting

Details available ripping formats and the conversion process after ripping.

6-3. How to register (scan) ripped files into the Music DB

Registering ripped files into the Music DB for playback.

6-4. When the X14 is connected to network (Internet)

Ripping procedures when the device is connected to the internet for metadata.

6-5. In the case that the X14 is NOT connected to a network (Internet)

Ripping procedures without internet, using installed FreeDB data.

7. How to use the Music DB (database)

7-1. Play music loaded (ripped) onto the X14.

How to select and play music tracks stored in the Music DB.

7-2. SEARCH function.

Using the search function to find albums, artists, or titles in the Music DB.

7-3. How to manage Music DB.

Managing albums, artists, genres, and exporting music files.

8. Editing the TAG information of the music in the Music DB

9. Audio CD direct play

9-1. If the X14 is connected to a network (Internet)

How to play audio CDs when the device has network access.

9-2. If the X14 is NOT connected to a network (Internet)

How to play audio CDs without network access, using installed FreeDB data.

10. Data CD direct play

11. Playlist

11-1. Playlist

Creating, editing, playing, and exporting playlists.

11-2. My Playlist (Virtual Playlist)

Utilizing 'My Playlist' for temporary music selections.

11-3. Advanced My Playlist (Virtual Playlist)

Creating advanced virtual playlists based on artist, genre, or album.

12. The Music Streaming function

12-1. UPnP Server;Client and Samba Server;Client function

Using UPnP and Samba protocols for music streaming and network sharing.

17-17. Multi-room (Group Play) Functionality

Setting up and controlling synchronized music playback across multiple devices.

13. i-Service

13-1. Internet Radio Operations

Accessing and playing internet radio stations, including searching and recording.

14. Input (Analog In)

14-1. How to play an external device via Analog Input

Connecting external devices and playing audio through the Analog Input.

14-2. How to record

Recording audio from external devices connected via Analog Input.

15. USB host port for USB devices

16. Browser and File Management

16-1. Play audio file data CDs

Playing audio files from data CDs using an external optical drive.

16-2. File Management Operations

Managing files and folders, including TAG editing, copying, moving, and deleting.

17. Extra Functions

17-1. Photo Slide Show and Bookmarking

Using photo slide shows and bookmarking audio content for playback.

17-6. CLOCK and Display (LCD) OFF

Adjusting clock display and turning off the LCD screen for reduced light.

17-7. Changing the play mode

Selecting different music playback modes like Normal, Shuffle, Repeat One, Repeat All.

18. Specification

19. MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)

20. Troubleshooting

Power and Remote Control Issues

Solutions for problems related to power, remote control responsiveness, and interference.

Disc and Speaker Issues

Troubleshooting steps for disc read errors, skipping, and speaker hum.

CocktailAudio X14 Specifications

General

Analog Inputs	1 x RCA
Type	Network Audio Player
Audio Formats Supported	MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, DSD
Amplifier	Yes
Output Power	2 x 30W (8Ω)
Display	3.5 inch TFT LCD
Digital Inputs	Coaxial, Optical
Analog Outputs	RCA stereo output
Digital Outputs	Coaxial, Optical
Ethernet	1 x RJ45
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Network Protocols	DLNA, UPnP
Streaming Services	Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify Connect, Internet Radio
Remote Control	Included
Mobile App Control	Yes (iOS and Android)
Power Supply	AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Sample Rate Support	PCM: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 352.8kHz, 384kHz DSD: DSD64 (2.8224MHz), DSD128 (5.6448MHz), DSD256 (11.2896MHz)
Bit Depth Support	16bit, 24bit, 32bit