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This guide is designed to make installing and using this product as easy as possible. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy at the time of publishing; however, Cambridge Audio's policy is one of continuous improvement, therefore design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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This product support AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.
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Inside the box of your AXN10 you will receive:
LED Colour
Mode | Colour |
Booting White - Slowly flashing | |
Connecting to network White - Quickly flashing | |
Network connected White - On | |
Network setup mode Teal - Slowly flashing | |
Further setup required Teal - On | |
Software updating White / Teal - Slowly flashing | |
No internet connection Orange - On | |
Resetting factory defaults Red - Quickly flashing |
Basic connections
The diagram below shows the basic connection of your AXN10 to an AXA35.
Connecting to WiFi
It is vitally important that your AXN10 remains connected to a Wi-Fi network as often as possible. This will ensure that the unit is regularly updated to meet essential security protocols, third party compatibility and the latest software requirements.
Failure to maintain your device with regular firmware updates as provided by Cambridge Audio will void the product warranty and is likely to cause major issues to the unit in time. Please ensure that your unit is updated to the most current firmware version. Information on the latest firmware version for the AXN10 can be found here.
Note: The AXN10 is not compatible with captive portal networks. The AXN10 can connect to 2.4GHz/5GHz WiFi networks
Connecting to a wired network
Connecting to a wireless network
iOS:
Android:
Your player is network connected, not only can you listen to devices connected to the inputs on the product but you can also stream music from many different sources both on your home network and from the internet.
To set up your player, please first download the StreamMagic app from the Apple app store or Google Play store.
Set up
Your player is network connected, not only can you listen to devices connected to the inputs on the product but you can also stream music from many different sources both on your home network and from the internet.
Your player features Chromecast built-in and can be incorporated in to your Google Home. To set up your player, download the Google Home app on your smart phone or tablet.
With Chromecast built into your player, your phone becomes your remote. Simply tap the Cast button from apps you already know and love to stream music, podcasts and playlists from your phone, tablet or laptop to your player.
Chromecast built-in
Your phone is your remote
Unlimited entertainment, all on your schedule
Note: When first setting up your Player via the StreamMagic app or after a factory reset, please ensure that you accept Google's terms and conditions when prompted to enable Chromecast functionality.
Android, Google Play and the Chromecast built-in logo are trademarks of Google Inc.
You can assign up to 99 of your favourite Internet Radio stations as presets on your player, which can then be recalled using the StreamMagic app. A limited amount of presets can be recalled via the remote control if your player includes one.
You can search and assign a preset via the StreamMagic app:
To remove a preset (iOS):
To remove a preset (Android):
AirPlay is an Apple technology designed to control home audio systems and speakers in any room — with a tap or by just asking Siri — right from iPhone, iPad, HomePod, or Apple TV. Play a song in the living room and kitchen at the same time or adjust the volume in any room, all in sync. After installing your player, add it to the Apple Home app with a few simple steps using your iPhone or iPad
How to use AirPlay from iPhone or iPad
How to use AirPlay from Control Center
To switch the audio on your device from Control Center:
Swipe down from the top right side of the screen on your device to open Control Center.
Touch and hold in the upper-right corner, then select your player.
This product supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.
Apple and AirPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to work specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Your player has the following built-in streaming services:
Note: It is essential that the device you are streaming from (smartphone, tablet, computer, etc.) is on the same Wi-Fi network as your player, to ensure that the units can communicate with each other.
Spotify Connect
Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for Spotify.
Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how.
The Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses found here: www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses
TIDAL (Connect)
TIDAL (via StreamMagic)
Qobuz (via Chromecast)
Qobuz (via StreamMagic)
Deezer (via Chromecast)
Deezer (via StreamMagic)*
The Bluetooth source allows your player to receive wireless Bluetooth audio from most phones, tablets and laptops.
Pairing
To begin streaming high-quality music from your chosen media source it will first need to be paired with your player.
Once paired you should be able to connect to your player at any time by selecting the Bluetooth source on your player and then choosing your player from the list of previously connected devices.
Note:
Your Bluetooth device can only be connected to your player while the Bluetooth source is selected.
You may connect a USB SSD, USB HDD or flash drive to your player via the USB Media inputs located on the rear of the unit for playback. Once connected the following formats are supported: ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (x512), WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, AAC+, OGG Vorbis
Note: your player will read large capacity hard drives connected to their USB inputs. However, some larger capacity drives will require you to use their own power supply.
Your player only supports USB hard drives which are formatted to FAT32, exFAT and NTFS.
The primary function of your player is as a network music player. The USB ports are intended for convenient connection of USB thumb drives. As such, we cannot guarantee compatibility with all USB HDD's.
USB Media Playback (via StreamMagic app)
Your player can play content from many different physical sources and this section will explain what you need to do to access and play your locally stored digital music collection. 'Locally Stored' means the digital music files you have on your PC, Mac or Network Attached Storage devices (NAS).
To stream local content, you will need the following hardware and software running in your network:
Device Name
This is how your player will appear in your StreamMagic app and on your home network when using services like Spotify, Chromecast built-in and TIDAL Connect.
Giving your player a unique name makes it easier to distinguish when using streaming and smart home services.
AirPlay Name
This is how your player will appear when using AirPlay or the Apple Home app.
Standby Mode
This selects what type of standby mode your player will use.
Network Standby means your player will still be controllable by the StreamMagic app and other network services.
If Eco mode is chosen your player will use even less power in standby but will need to be switched on either by the front panel or the remote control.
Automatic Power Down
This sets how long your player will wait while inactive before switching in to standby.
Roon Ready DSD
This will allow you to choose how Roon provides DSD content.
Use DoP for digital output – If your device does support native DSD in DoP format.
Use PCM for digital output – If your device doesn't support native DSD.
Pre-Amp
With Pre-Amp mode enabled the volume of the device's line output can be controlled using the app.
Note: Pre-amp mode and volume control is only available with firmware version 132-b-007 or later.
Volume Limit
This sets the maximum volume that other streaming services like AirPlay 2, Spotify, TIDAL Connect and Chromecast built-in can set. The StreamMagic app volume controls can override this setting.
Early Update
Setting this to 'On' will let you try out the latest firmware ahead of general release.
For more information and to find out what's new visit our FAQ.
Firmware
This will check for and apply any new firmware available for your player.
When left in network standby overnight your player will check and apply any new updates.
Factory Reset
This will return your player to its factory settings.
You can also do this manually by following the steps below:
Note: Your network player must be connected to the internet to carry out firmware updates. It is recommended that you keep your network player connected to ensure optimal performance.
Inputs
Ethernet, USB host (mass storage), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Outputs
Line out (unbalanced), Digital out (Coax and Optical)
DAC
ESS Sabre ES9033Q
Frequency response
20Hz – 70kHz +/-1dB
THD+N 0dBFS, 1khz, 20k BW <0.001%
S/N Ratio (20k BW) >110dB
RCA output level
2Vrms +/-10%
RCA output Impedance
500Ohm
Ethernet
IEEE 802.3 10 Base-T or 100 Base-T
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5 dual band 2.4/5gHz WPA2/WPA2-PSK
Bluetooth
5.0 A2DP/AVRCP supporting SBC and AAC
Compatibility
UPnP, Local USB media, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, Deezer, RoonReady, Airplay2,
Audio formats
ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (x512), WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, AAC+, OGG Vorbis, HLS/DASH, .m3u, .pls playlists
USB File system support
FAT32, NTFS, ext3/4, ExFAT
Hi-res support
Up to 768KHz 32bit PCM, up to DSD512
Digital Coax and Optical outputs support a maximum of 192kHz 32bit, up to DSD64
Mains Voltage
100-240V ~50/60Hz
Max Power consumption
20W
Standby power consumption
<0.5W
Dimensions (H x W x D)
75 x 430 x 305mm
Weight
3.5kg
If you have trouble connecting the AXN10 to your network, these steps may help to resolve the problem:
If your AXN10 can connect to the network successfully but is unable to play particular Internet Radio stations, it may be due to one of the following causes:
If you have trouble connecting the StreamMagic app to the AXN10, these steps may help to resolve the problem:
If you have problems with UPnP playback check the following:
If you have problems with USB Media playback check the following:
Yes, it is possible to control the volume of your AXN when connected via the analogue outputs. Pre-amp mode and volume control is not possible when connected via the digital outputs.
When connected via the analogue outputs and with Pre-amp mode enabled in the StreamMagic app device settings, you can control the volume of your AXN via the app.
Note: Pre-amp mode and volume control is only available with firmware version 132-b-007 or later.
The AXN10 does not have a remote control. The unit can be controlled and the settings can be adjusted via the StreamMagic app.
Although the AXN10 can receive MQA encoded content, it is not possible for the device to playback full MQA files via TIDAL Connect, because the AXN10 does not have an MQA decoder built in to unfold the MQA files.
There are no plans to integrate MQA support into the AXN10, as this would require a hardware modification to install a Full MQA Decoder.
How do I set up my AXN10 with a DacMagic 200M for MQA passthrough?
Although the AXN10 can receive MQA encoded content, it is not possible for the device to playback full MQA files via TIDAL Connect, because the AXN10 does not have an MQA decoder built in to unfold the MQA files.
It is, however, possible to bypass the DAC in the AXN10, and have the MQA file processed by an external DAC that supports MQA, such as the DacMagic 200M. This will allow the full unfold of the MQA file to take place in the DacMagic 200M, and you will still be able to control and queue your MQA files via the AXN10.
Please follow the below instructions on how to how to set this up:
Can I use more than one of the AXN10's outputs at once?
If you wish to connect the AXN10 to one single device, you can use any output, digital or analogue, that you wish.
If, however, you would like to connect the AXN10 to more than one device at a time, you can connect up to three devices and play simultaneously, as all outputs remain active at all times.
Please note, however, that as the AXN10 does not contain a volume control, you will need to ensure that the devices connected to the player have their own volume control.
How do I stop the AXN10 from powering down when not in use?
The AXN10 will automatically switch to standby mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. This Automatic Power-Down (APD) feature can be disabled, by navigating to the device settings within the StreamMagic app.
You can either disable this feature, or edit the length of time it takes for APD to be triggered, by selecting 'Automatic Power-Down'.
The primary function of the AXN10 is as a network music player and the USB port is intended for convenient connection of USB HDDs and SSDs. As such, we can not guarantee compatibility with all USB HDDs and SSDs.
The AXN10 will read large capacity hard drives connected to the USB Media input. Some larger capacity drives, however, may require their own power supply, as the player's USB port may not provide enough power for the drive to function.
The AXN10 will support USB hard drives which are formatted to FAT32, exFAT and NTFS.
Can I play files from a connected USB HD when the AXN10 is not connected to a network?
This is not possible as the use of the StreamMagic app is required to be able to play local files from a connected USB HD.
Please note that it is strongly recommended that the AXN10 is connected to a network at all times.
What is the Service port on the back of the AXN10 for?
The service port on the back of the AXN10 is intended for servicing use only by Cambridge Audio authorised service centres and dealers.
Please do not connect any devices to the service port, as this may result in damage to the unit.
Do I need to connect both Antennas for the AXN10 to work?
Yes, if you are connecting your AXN10 to your network wirelessly, you will need to connect both of the supplied antennas to enable full Wi-Fi functionality and the strongest possible wireless network connection.
Bluetooth functionality will also only be possible when one of the antennas is connected to the port with the Bluetooth symbol.
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