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User Manual (English) v1.2

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL SOUND AS YOU’VE NEVER HEARD BEFORE User Manual (English) v1.2...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Roon setup ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Backing-up and Restoring Roon database ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….. HQPlayer setup ………………………………………………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Diretta setup ……………………………………………………………….…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..ARTPC ……………………………………………………………………….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Qobuz and Tidal music streaming with Roon ………………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Warranty and service ………………………………………………………….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Pachanko Labs mission ………………….…………………………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………… Copyright ………………………………………………………………………….……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing the Pachanko Constellation Music Server. Founded in 2013, Pachanko Labs is a French audio manufacturing company from La Réunion Island. Our team is composed of audiophiles enthusiast, music lovers and engineers with a profound passion for excellent digital sound reproduction.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Please contact PACHANKO LABS or a certified electrician if you are in any doubt. Power supply voltage...
  • Page 5 Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning. The case should normally only require a wipe with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth. Do not use paint thinners, spirit or other chemical solvents for cleaning. We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or polishes. Do not apply liquids directly on appliance. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 6 12. Abnormal smell If abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the appliance, turn the power off immediately and unplug the unit from the wall outlet. Contact Pachanko Labs or our distributor immediately. 13. Servicing You should not attempt to service the appliance beyond the scope of this handbook. All other servicing should be referred to certified service personnel.

  • Page 7: Constellation Model Differences

    External dual box Internal low-noise Internal low-noise Power Supply Power Supply Linear Power Supply switching** switching** Upsampling limit dependent on Roon filters Can be optionally upgraded with our “Stellar” Linear Power Supply *** Available as an option Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 8: Technical Software Description

    - Custom Audio Optimized Windows-based OS - Roon Core (default) - HQplayer (Optional) - Diretta Asio (Optional) for operation with the Pachanko Diretta dedicated LAN port - Process Lasso with ARTPC (Audio Real Time Process Control) - Anydesk Installing any additional software to the CONSTELLATION music server will result to a degraded audio performance.

  • Page 9: Connections

    CONNECTIONS Connecting your Constellation Music Server. A. Power B. Audio output C. USB Music Storage D. Network E. Diretta Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 10 A. Power Constellation Mini Server with AC/adaptor or Stellar power supply (Mini / Mini SE). 12V DC Output 120/230 V Wall plug differ from country to country. AC Adapter Ensure you use the correct type Constellation Server with LPS (Reference, SE).
  • Page 11 Please ensure and use a good quality USB cable. Only one (1) USB port can output digital audio at a time. We can also install SPDIF output as option. Please ensure and use a good quality Coaxial cable. Same as with USB connection, only one (1) port can output digital audio at a time. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 12 C. USB Music Storage For convenience, the CONSTELLATION can allow playback of music directly from attached USB storage. For playback, simply attach your HDD/SSD or flash drives to any available USB port in the back panel. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 13 If a connection of lesser speed is used you may experience drop-outs or degraded audio playback. The Music Server can also be connected to a Network Switch as long as all components of the system are on the same network. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 14 Both LAN cables are connected to the CONSTELLATION Music Server, one (1) for internet access and one (1) for direct connection to the Diretta Target device. The USB cable then connects the Diretta Target device to the DAC. LAN CABLE To Diretta Target USB CABLE To DAC LAN 1 LAN 2 ROUTER/SWITCH Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 15 This is an example of Diretta configuration: Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 16: Powering-On Your Constellation Music Server (Power Cycle Routine)

    Power off: Press then release the power button and wait until the white led turns off. * If you are using the Pachanko Stellar or any other Linear Power supply, you must switch the Linear Power Supply unit on first.

  • Page 17: Quick Start Guide

    Press the power button of your CONSTELLATION, release and wait up to 20-25 seconds for the boot sequence completion. e. Use your Roon remote device (PC, Tablet, Phone) to control the CONSTELLATION. *Reference, SE and Masterpiece versions Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 18: Accessing Your Constellation Music Server

    Double click on it and you shall be required to provide a password for access. The password is: _r00tPWD_ (Both underscore and zero, please do not change the password or we will not be able to do periodic updates!) Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 19 Now you should have full access on your CONSTELLATION Music Server, please be careful in changing any settings! Any modifications which are not recommended in this guide will result in a loss in SQ (Sound Quality)! Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 20: Adding Music, Through Usb Attached Drive, To Your Constellation Music Server

    MUSIC SERVER Go to Roon Remote App then press settings button and proceed as shown below: Important: Disable default Music folder (1) by clicking on the 3 little dots on the right (2) and chose disable. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 21: Adding Music, Through Nas, To Your Constellation Music Server

    1) Select the proper USB Drive or Music Storage 2) Validate by clicking on “Select this folder” 3) Then click on “Add” button Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 22: Installing Manufacturer Drivers For Dacs To Your Constellation Music Server (Only For Usb Dac Connection)

    1) First step is to find the correct Windows 10 driver from your Manufacturer DAC website 2) Download the driver to your computer (PC/MAC) 3) Remote access to your CONSTELLATION using AnyDesk (page 18) 4) Enable the remote transfer from AnyDesk as shown in the picture bellow: Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 23 Follow the steps bellow: Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 24 5) After uploading the driver proceed as bellow: 6) Install the DAC Driver you have just uploaded by double clicking on it Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 25 7) After installing the DAC Driver, reboot the CONSTELLATION as shown in the picture bellow: Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 26: Roon Setup

    2) The download files can be found at the Roon Labs website: www.roonlabs.com/downloads.html 3) Install Roon Remote App on your Tablet, Phone or PC/MAC 4) Launch Roon Remote App 5) Connect to the CONSTELLATION Roon core as shown in the picture bellow: Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 27 6) Open Roon on your computer and ensure that your DAC is turned on and select the USB input 7) Open the navigation menu in Roon by clicking on the icon at the top left of the Roon media player 8) Scroll down to the bottom of the menu panel and select “Settings” Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 28 Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 29 (Optional) we recommend that you disable any and all other devices that are not in use in this panel. Devices can be disabled by selecting the settings cog wheels to the right of the device that is currently active. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 30 C. (Optional) At this point your DAC is enabled and you should no longer see the blue “Enable” button, but instead see a box titled “Zone Name”. This gives you the option to name the DAC or “Zone” as you choose and this can be changed at any time. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 31 D. The Settings cog wheels in the right side of the panel allows you to deactivate or change the settings of your device. Be sure that your settings match the ones listed in “Step B”. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 32 **NOTE – If you do not see certain settings like “DSD Playback Strategy” and your USB is capable of these settings, please try restarting Roon and reconnecting the Ethernet and USB cables. Should problem persist please contact us**. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 33 Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 34 F. Now that your DAC is enabled, click on “Select an Audio Zone”. The USB device is now ready to play music selected from your Roon library. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 35 A. The currently selected zone is displayed in the bottom right hand corner of the screen to the left of the volume symbol. ***The DAC volume control, cannot be controlled by Roon*** Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 36: Backing-Up And Restoring Roon Database

    BACKING-UP AND RESTORING ROON DATABASE Roon has a function that allows you to save/restore your music library database, please follow the instruction bellow to proceed. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 37 Select the drive where you want to put your backup and you are done. Note: Do the same thing with (4) for the database restoring. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 38: Hqplayer Setup

    HQPLAYER SETUP In this section we will enable HQPlayer with Roon interface, please note that “RAAT” will be bypassed. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 39 Add HQPlayer output: Leave “localhost” default value and press “Add” button Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 40 Press “OK” button to validate, now HQPlayer is correctly added Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 41 Go back to “settings” then “audio” and proceed as shown in picture bellow: Rename the Zone eg “HQPlayer USB” Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 42 Now you are able to connect to your CONSTELLATION, apply the same settings as per picture bellow to enable Bitperfect playback with HQPlayer. (Please note that those settings are already set if you have purchased your CONSTELLATION with HQplayer software. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 43 You are now ready to use HQPlayer with your Pachanko Constellation! Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 44: Diretta Setup

    DIRETTA SETUP In this part of the manual we will enable “DIRETTA protocol” with Roon interface. 1) Enable the “Pachanko Diretta“ ASIO driver under “Roon Audio Settings” Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 45 2) Click the cog wheel (like page 30) and select “Device Setup” in the drop down menu 3) Set “Fixed volume” 4) Now select the Diretta Zone output (like page 40) To use Diretta with HQPlayer please change the settings as per picture bellow: Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 46 DIRETTA sound taste settings can also be changed Under CONSTELLATION run the Diretta Asio Control Panel and proceed as bellow: 1) Make sure the DIRETTA network interface is selected 2) Click on the “FIND” button to see the DIRETTA Target device Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 47 3) Select the connected DIRETTA Target 4) Chose a preset profile. The default and recommended profile is “Target profile”. (Chose one that suit for you, for example “Sync”) Then click on “save” button Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 48: Artpc

    Audio process are completely isolated from the rest of the operating system which makes the Jitter software totally non-existent. They are processed in real time to ensure and maintain a unique playback experience from your Constellation Music Server. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 49: Qobuz And Tidal Music Streaming With Roon

    The Constellation Music Server can play music directly from your Qobuz or Tidal account. You need a subscription from the audio service. Once subscribed please input your sevice credentials directly into the Roon interface as per the picture bellow. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 50 Insert your personal streaming service information and you are now ready to stream. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING You may contact us at any time if you have any concerns by email or WhatsApp application. Your server is on our Anydesk database. contact@pachankolabs.com Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 52: Warranty And Service

    There are no other warranties expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and the fitness for a particular purpose beyond the terms of this 2-year warranty. Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 53: Pachanko Labs Mission

    - Superior assembly software engineering and build quality - Individual device and component testing prior to dispatch - Remote client support (Issues, Installing DAC Drivers, Roon setup etc…) - Extended professional product servicing - Unparalleled client services Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)

  • Page 54: Copyright

    All mentioned trademarks are property of their respective owners: - Roon - Diretta - Process Lasso - Tidal - Qobuz - Anydesk - HQplayer - Microsoft Windows - Apple - SPEC - OLIO.SPEC - Android Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
  • Page 55 Manual version 1.2 You can download the latest version of the User Manual at www.pachankolabs.com Pachanko Labs User Manual (English)
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