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Summary of Contents for CAD CAT SERIES
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Page 1: User Manual
CAD Audio Transport User Manual for Serial Number: CATXXX Version 1.5 December 2016... - Page 2 "keyed" and the cables can only be inserted correctly. Connect the CAT to the 1543 MKII DAC using a CAD USB Cable. This USB cable has been optimized to work with the CAD system so it may not work with other DACs.
- Page 3 The power is OFF when the O is pressed down. 2) Android Tablet setup CAD recommends to use an Android Tablet along with BubbleDS Next software for controlling music playback on your CAT. If you have never used a Android tablet before there will be a learning curve. To start with there are 3 important navigation keys that can be brought up on the screen by "swiping"...
- Page 4 3) Hardware Connection of router and Android Tablet Before you start this section you need to ensure that the CAT is powered on and is connected to 1534 MKII DAC with a CAD USB Cable. Ensure that the DAC is plugged into power.
- Page 5 The numbers on the left are what is called the "IP Address" of the CAT and the Android Tablet. The top reading of 172.1.1.1 is the IP address of the Netgear router that the CAT and the Android Tablet are connected to. 4) Using BubbleDS Next All audio playback applications on any tablet will take some time to learn how to operate.
- Page 6 JPLAYStreamer or CAT music library is not available something in the previous steps was done incorrectly and you must resolve the issue before continuing. The (CAD DLNA) may be different, that is fine. Click on the Media icon shown in red above and you will see this screen:...
- Page 7 Now click on the Audio icon shown above in red and you will see this screen: Now click on the Artist icon and you will have access to the various artists that are in the CAT music library: ...
- Page 8 Now if you want to play the full album click on the 3 vertical dots on the top right hand side shown in red above: If you click on Play the entire album will be loaded onto the playlist and start playing immediately starting with the first track of the album.
- Page 9 Another option is: Add to Saved Playlist If you click on this you will see: Here you can save the current playlist. You can do this by clicking on New playlist... which then lets you enter a name of your choice. In the above example we have 2 saved playlists that we used at the Munich Audio show.
- Page 10 In this new window you have a few choices to were you w ould like to return to. Try the different options to see what happens. It is important to point out that all of the above options also work for individual tracks.
- Page 11 The arrow (that is in the red box) shows you what track is currently playing. Here you can see what the next tracks are. You can click on the 3 vertical dots after each track to remove that track if you no longer want it in the playlist amongst a few other options.
- Page 12 BubbleDS Next and using a Netgear R7000 Wifi Router. 5) Internet connection CAD recommends on permanent installations that a fixed IP address is set on the CAT. Here is a link with directions on how to set a fixed IP address : www.computeraudiodesign.com/Set a fixed IP address.pdf...
- Page 13 2 free options. When we say better results we mean: Album artwork is available, track and artist names are correct, etc. CAD has included 100 what is called "CD lookups" with your CAT from the GD3 database. After you have imported 100 CDs GD3 will no longer work.
- Page 14 "secure" mode along with AccurateRip which we ™ feel gives the best results. The CAT is configured to import in WAV format which CAD recommends. 8) Placement The four feet are not attached so you can experiment with placement. Please try different positions to find an appropriate support.
- Page 15 When you first turn the CAT on please follow these steps: Connect the CAD USB Cable to one of the 2 USB Audio Connections on back of the CAT and the other end to the 1543 MKII DAC. ...
- Page 16 The CAT is pre-loaded and optimized with JRiver media centre, which is the recommended music management system. CAD uses a type of "bolt on" along with JRiver called JPLAY. JPLAY is responsible for all playback of music, where JRiver is responsible for the user interface and organization of your music collection.
- Page 17 2) Use any other computer to log into the CAD wifi network. The CAT will appear on any other computers under Network as: THE_CAD_CAT. The music storage drive will appear on your network as the: CAT Music Drive. Any music you have on other computers can be copied to the CAT Music Drive.
- Page 18 CAT will perform extremely well. 14) Specifications The CAD Audio Transport (CAT) is designed to work with the CAD 1543 MKII DAC and other USB DACs via USB connection. It can also be used as a NAS/CD importer/server.
- Page 19 DSD over PCM (DoP) The CAD CAT and 1543 DAC system as set up from the factory will playback any of the above at any sample rate and any bit depth. Software included is in your name and is your property: ...
- Page 20 Mains input: 110V / 60Hz or 220V / 50Hz, Max input = 260 VAC Weight: 5KG 15) Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or high moisture. To avoid electrical shock under no circumstances open the case of either the CAT or the independent power supply.
- Page 21 For all warranty claims, a copy of the original invoice must accompany the product. This Warranty does NOT cover: Damage to the CAD Audio Transport while in possession of a shipper, retailer, or consumer and not caused by defects in materials or workmanship. Damage or defects caused by abnormal or unreasonable use.