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CXN V2 User Manual

CXN V2
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CXN (V2) Network Player
Manual Generated: 2022/08/13 - 06:48
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CXN V2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Network ConnectivityEthernet, Wi-Fi
DACDual Wolfson WM8740
Wi-Fi802.11 b/g/n
Standby Power Consumption<0.5 W
Audio FormatsALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC
Digital InputsS/PDIF Coaxial, TOSLINK Optical
Analog OutputsRCA, XLR
ControlIR Remote
Dimensions85 x 430 x 305 mm
Weight3.5 kg
USB Audio InputUSB Type-B
Digital Audio OutputsS/PDIF Coaxial and TOSLINK Optical
CompatibilityAirPlay, Internet Radio, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz

Summary

Introduction to CXN (V2) Network Player

What's Included with the CXN (V2) Network Player

Front Panel Controls and Features

Standby/On Button

Switches the unit between Standby and On modes. Low power mode (0.5 Watts) in Eco mode.

USB Port

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

Skip Track Function

Skips to the next track during playback.

Play/Pause Function

Plays or pauses the current track.

Stop/Delete Function

Stops playback or deletes items in various menus.

Info Button

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

Home Button

Navigates to the Home menu.

Infrared Sensor

Receives IR commands from the remote control.

Return Button

Returns to the previous menu.

More Button

Displays queued tracks and options for UPnP sources.

Navigation and Select Dial

Rotates to navigate menus and presses to select items.

Rear Panel Connections Overview

AC Power Socket

Connects the AC power cable to an appropriate mains socket for power.

USB Sockets

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

Ethernet Port

Connects the CXN (V2) directly to a router for network access.

Digital Inputs (D1 and D2)

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

Digital Outputs

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

USB Audio In

Playback audio from a computer via a USB B type socket.

IR In Port

Receives modulated IR commands from external systems.

Control Bus Connections

For power and volume commands with other CX Series products.

Balanced Audio Output

Provides higher quality audio output via balanced XLR connections.

Line Output

Fixed or variable signal output to an amplifier or recording device.

Remote Control Functions

Remote Standby/On

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

Display Brightness Control

Alters the brightness of the CXN (V2) display.

Mute Function

Mutes or unmutes audio outputs.

More Function (Media Library)

Displays queued tracks and options for Media Library sources.

Digital Input Shortcut

Provides a shortcut to the D1 Digital Input.

Random Playback

Plays tracks randomly within the current queue.

Repeat Function

Repeats all tracks in the current queue.

Volume Adjustment

Adjusts the volume level of the player.

Home Menu Navigation

Returns the front panel display to the Home menu.

Info Display Toggle

Toggles between different display information screens.

Track Skip Function

Skips between previous and next tracks.

Enter/Select Button

Used to enter or select menu items and options.

Navigation Buttons

Used to navigate between different menus.

Return Button

Used to return to the previous menu or screen.

Play/Pause Button

Controls playback of the current track.

Preset Recall

Recalls stored presets (1-8).

Getting Connected: Analogue and Digital

Basic Analogue Connections

Describes Line Output (RCA) and Balanced Audio (XLR) connection options.

Line Output Connection (RCA)

Details the RCA line output connection for audio signals to amplifiers.

Balanced Audio Connection (XLR)

Details the XLR balanced audio connection for higher quality audio.

Basic Digital Connections

Describes digital connection options: Coaxial and TOSLINK Optical.

Digital Output Connections

Digital Coaxial Output

Explains digital coaxial output for CD players and amplifiers.

TOSLINK Optical Output

Explains TOSLINK optical output for TVs, DVD players, and A/V units.

Control Bus Functionality

Explains Control Bus for controlling other CX series units.

System Control Bus Integration

CXN (V2) with CXA (via StreamMagic app)

Connect CXN (V2) Control Bus Out to CXA Control Bus In for app control.

CXA with CXN (V2) Control

Connect CXA Control Bus Out to CXN (V2) Control Bus In for CXA control.

CXA with CXN (V2) and CXC Control

Connect CXN (V2) Out to CXA In, then CXA Out to CXC In for multi-unit control.

Control Bus Configuration and Setup

Multi-Device Control Bus Setup

Connect CXN (V2) to CXA, CXA to CXC, and enable in StreamMagic app.

Network Connectivity: Wired and Wireless

Connecting to a Wired Network

Connects CXN (V2) to router via Ethernet cable for automatic network connection.

Connecting to a Wireless Network

Connects CXN (V2) to Wi-Fi network using iOS/Android and StreamMagic app.

Character Entry Interface

StreamMagic App for Music Control

Integrated Streaming Services

Spotify Connect Streaming

Stream music from Spotify app to player via device selection.

TIDAL Connect Streaming

Stream music from TIDAL app to player via device selection.

TIDAL via StreamMagic App

Stream TIDAL music via the StreamMagic app's Library tab.

Qobuz via Chromecast

Cast Qobuz music to player via the Qobuz app and Chromecast.

Qobuz Streaming Options

Qobuz via StreamMagic App

Stream Qobuz music using the StreamMagic app's Library tab.

AirPlay 2 Audio Streaming

AirPlay 2 from iPhone or iPad

Instructions for streaming audio from iPhone/iPad using AirPlay 2.

Chromecast Built-in Audio Casting

Cast from Android Phone or Tablet

Instructions for casting audio from Android devices using Chromecast.

Internet Radio Station Management

Internet Radio via StreamMagic App

How to search and assign Internet Radio presets using the StreamMagic app.

Internet Radio via Front Panel

How to search and assign Internet Radio presets using front panel controls.

USB Audio Playback Setup

PC Setup for USB Audio

Steps to set up PC for USB audio playback, including driver installation.

CA Control Panel Configuration

Using the CA Control Panel to select CXN (V2) as audio output device.

Windows Sound Settings

Accessing Windows Sound Control Panel for audio output settings.

Speaker Properties Settings

Configuring speaker properties like bit depth and sample rate.

Mac Setup for USB Audio

Steps to connect and set up Mac for USB audio playback.

Mac System Preferences Sound

Selecting CXN (V2) as audio output device in Mac System Preferences.

Mac Audio MIDI Setup

Configuring bit depth and sample rate in Mac's Audio MIDI Setup.

USB Media Playback Guide

USB Media via Front Panel Controls

How to play USB media content using the CXN (V2) front panel.

USB Media via StreamMagic App

How to play USB media content using the StreamMagic app.

Streaming Local Digital Music

Player Settings and Configuration

Device Name Setting

How player appears in StreamMagic app and network services.

AirPlay Name Setting

How player appears for AirPlay 2 and Apple Home app.

Standby Mode Selection

Selects the type of standby mode for the player.

Automatic Power Down Setting

Sets how long the player waits before switching to standby.

Display Brightness Adjustment

Sets the brightness of the player's display.

USB Audio Class Selection

Sets the USB Audio Class for the USB Audio input (1.0 or 2.0).

Roon Ready DSD Configuration

Choose how Roon provides DSD content.

Control Bus Settings

Details how Control Bus commands are sent to amplifiers.

Pre-amp Mode

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

Volume Limit Setting

Sets maximum volume for streaming services, overrideable by controls.

Early Update Subscription

Option to subscribe to pre-release firmware updates.

Firmware Update Process

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

Factory Reset Procedure

Returns the player to its factory settings.

Technical Specifications

D/A Converters

Specifies the Dual Wolfson WM8740 24-bit DACs used in the player.

Analogue Filter

Describes the 2-Pole Dual Differential Bessel Double Virtual filter.

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

Measures Total Harmonic Distortion at various frequencies and levels.

Frequency Response

Specifies the player's frequency response range.

Signal To Noise Ratio

Specifies the player's signal-to-noise ratio.

Total Correlated Jitter

Specifies the maximum correlated jitter value.

Digital Outputs Specifications

Specifies S/PDIF Coaxial and TOSLINK Optical output capabilities.

Supported Audio Formats

Lists all supported audio file formats for playback.

Streaming Protocols

Lists the various streaming protocols supported by the player.

Connectivity Options

Lists connectivity options like UPnP, Airplay, Chromecast, etc.

Playlist Formats

Specifies supported playlist formats such as ASX and M3U.

Wi-Fi Standards

Specifies the Wi-Fi standards (802.11 b/g/n) supported.

Wi-Fi Encryption

Lists the Wi-Fi encryption methods supported.

Ethernet Specifications

Specifies Ethernet standards (IEEE 802.3) and speeds.

USB Port Specifications

Specifies USB port type (1.1) and current limits (1A).

Supported File Systems

Lists the file systems supported for USB drives (FAT32, NTFS).

Mains Inlet Voltage

Specifies the mains inlet voltage range (100-240 VAC).

Standby Consumption

Specifies the standby power consumption (<0.5W).

Maximum Power Consumption

Specifies the maximum power consumption (30W).

Physical Dimensions

Specifies the physical dimensions of the unit (85 x 430 x 305mm).

Weight

Specifies the weight of the unit (4 Kg / 8.8lbs).

Troubleshooting Common Issues

General Network Connection Help

General steps to resolve network connection problems for the CXN (V2).

Resolving Network Connectivity Issues

Steps to help resolve network connection problems for the CXN (V2).

Troubleshooting StreamMagic Stations

Potential causes for CXN (V2) not playing StreamMagic stations.

Troubleshooting UPnP Playback

Checks to perform if experiencing issues with UPnP playback.

Troubleshooting USB Media Playback

Checks to perform if experiencing issues with USB Media playback.

USB Media Playback Notes

Notes on USB Media playback, file formats, and organization.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently asked questions regarding CXN (V2) functionality.