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  • Page 1 EXN100 Manual Generated: 31/10/2024 - 10:14...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents EXN100 ..........................................Introduction ........................................What's included with the EXN100? ................................Front panel controls ..................................... Rear panel connections ....................................Display ..........................................Remote Control ......................................Getting connected ....................................... Control Bus ........................................Connecting to a network .................................... StreamMagic app - Setup ...................................

  • Page 3: Exn100

    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.

  • Page 4: What's Included With The Exn100

    What's included with the EXN100? Last updated: September 27, 2024 03:43. Revision #14079 Inside the box of your EXN100 you will receive: EXN100 Network Player Safety Guide Quick Start Guide Control Bus Cable 3x Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antennas (affixed to the unit)

  • Page 5: Front Panel Controls

    6. Infrared sensor IR sensor that receives IR commands from the compatible EX series 2 remote control. Note: The EXN100 does not have its own remote control and does not come with one included. 7. Source Selector Scroll through sources enabled in the StreamMagic app.

  • Page 6: Rear Panel Connections

    A USB B type socket to enable connection to PC, Mac and some Linux computers. Note: For Class 2 USB audio, Windows-based PCs require a Cambridge Audio USB driver to be installed before connection. You can find the latest USB driver here.
  • Page 7 Lifted – Normal/default position. The main unit audio ground is lifted from chassis earth. Chassis earthed – Main unit audio ground is connected directly to chassis ground. For some setups, this can reduce hum or noise when certain TVs, Turntables, and other equipment are connected to the EXN100 unit. 10. Triggers Trigger Out - Use a link wire between the EXN and a product that has a trigger input.

  • Page 8: Display

    Display Last updated: January 18, 2024 09:46. Revision #14076 1. Album/Source artwork Displays the album artwork. Alternatively, if no artwork is available this will display the source input icon. 2. Track title, artist and album For Internet Radio, this will display the radio station name and the current playback. 3.
  • Page 9 9. Speaker output Displays the currently selected speaker output on relevant network streamers. 10. Mute volume Displays when the network streamer is muted. 11. Firmware update This indicates when new firmware is available. Press the 'Info' button on the front panel or use the StreamMagic app to update the network streamer's firmware.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Last updated: September 27, 2024 03:42. Revision #14075 Note: The EXN100 does not come with a remote control, it supports infrared control using the remote control of the EX series. In addition, EXN100 can also be controlled in more detail through the StreamMagic App Standby/On Switches the EXN100 between On and Standby mode.

  • Page 11: Getting Connected

    There are two digital connection options for the EXN100. Note: If using either of the digital outputs of the EXN100, the digital signal will bypass the DAC in EXN100 and will instead be processed by the unit connected to the digital output, E.g., EXA Digital Coaxial Output Digital Coaxial connections are commonly used with CD players and amplifiers and are recommended for use as they have a higher...
  • Page 12 TOSLINK Optical Output Whilst having lower bandwidth than coaxial cables, TOSLINK Optical connections are commonly found on televisions, DVD players and A/V units.

  • Page 13: Control Bus

    EXN100 with EXA (via StreamMagic app) When using the app to turn the EXN100 on/off, this will also turn the EXA on/off. The app can also be used to control the volume of the EXA. Connect the EXN100 Control Bus Out to EXA Control Bus In.
  • Page 14 EXA with EXN100 and CXC When turning the EXN on/off, this will turn the EXA and CXC on/off. With all three EX devices, connect the EXN Control Bus out to EXA Control Bus in. Then connect the EXA Control Bus out to CXC Control Bus Note: Do not loop back from the CXC Control Bus out to the EXN Control Bus in.

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Network

    Connecting to a network Last updated: October 1, 2024 12:36. Revision #14073 Important Note: It is vitally important that your Network Player remains connected to an internet network as often as possible, either via Wi-Fi or Ethernet. This will ensure that the unit is regularly updated to meet essential security protocols, third party compatibility. Firmware upgrading is highly recommended.
  • Page 16 Download and install the StreamMagic app from the Google Play store. Open the StreamMagic app and select ‘Connect’. Under Choose a device select 'Set up a new device' and then select the name of your Network Player. Select ‘Wireless Connection’ and then 'Continue'. Your Android device will now show all available Wi-Fi devices in range.

  • Page 17: Streammagic App - Setup

    StreamMagic app - Setup Last updated: August 9, 2024 09:07. Revision #14091 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.

  • Page 18: Google Home / Google Cast

    Google Home / Google Cast Last updated: June 27, 2024 11:47. Revision #14090 Your player features Google Cast 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 Google Cast built in to your player, your phone becomes your remote.

  • Page 19: Internet Radio

    Internet radio Last updated: October 3, 2024 09:36. Revision #14089 You can browse and play a wide variety of Internet Radio stations in the StreamMagic app Radio tab. You can also assign up to 99 of your favourite Internet Radio stations and other media 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.

  • Page 20: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Last updated: October 3, 2024 09:37. Revision #14088 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. Within the StreamMagic App navigate to the Home tab.

  • Page 21: Airplay

    AirPlay Last updated: October 3, 2024 09:38. Revision #14087 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.

  • Page 22: Built-In Streaming Services

    Built-in streaming services Last updated: October 3, 2024 09:34. Revision #14086 Your player has the following built-in streaming services: Spotify Connect TIDAL Qobuz Deezer 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.
  • Page 23 2. Choose the playlist, album, song, etc. that you wish to stream to your player. 3. Deezer should now be streaming your chosen content to your player. *Deezer is only available within the StreamMagic app when running firmware version 129-b-004 or later and StreamMagic app version 2.9.0 or later.

  • Page 24: Usb Audio

    PC Setup Note: Before connecting your PC to the Network Player, ensure you install the required Cambridge Audio Windows 2.0 USB driver on your PC. Please find information on the most recent USB Audio driver here, and a link to download the latest driver here.
  • Page 25 6. On the Playback tab, ensure that the device is the default output device, then select Properties. 7. Within Speaker Properties, navigate to the Advanced tab. Select the desired bit depth and sample rate preference. (This step is optional.) Note: Not all Windows versions support playback at sample rates greater than 384kHz. If you experience issues please set the default Windows playback format to 384kHz or lower, then restart your Network Player.

  • Page 26: Mac Setup

    Mac Setup Note: No extra drivers are required when using a Mac. 1. Connect your device to your Mac. Using a USB Audio cable (Type A to Type B), connect the USB Audio In on your device to a USB port on the Mac. Note: If using a Mac without a USB Type A port, you may also use USB Type C (Thunderbolt 3) to USB Type B connection.

  • Page 27: Usb Media

    USB Media Last updated: October 3, 2024 09:39. Revision #14084 You may connect a USB SSD, USB HDD or flash drive to your player via the USB Media input located on the rear of the unit for playback. Once connected, the following formats are supported: ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD, WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, AAC+, OGG Vorbis Note: your player will read large capacity hard drives connected to the USB input.

  • Page 28: Streaming Your Local Digital Music Collection

    To stream local content, you will need the following hardware and software running in your network: 1. Your Cambridge Audio Network Player. 2. A mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet on which you can run the StreamMagic app, or by accessing your collection via the front panel controls.

  • Page 29: Mqa (Master Quality Authenticated)

    MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) Last updated: October 3, 2024 09:40. Revision #14082 Your player includes MQA technology, which enables you to play back MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording. The front panel will display MQA green or blue to indicate that the unit is decoding and playing an MQA stream or file, and denotes provenance to ensure that the sound is identical to that of the source material.

  • Page 30: Settings

    Control Bus If your device is connected to a Cambridge Audio amplifier using a control bus connector, volume commands can be sent directly to the amplifier. For more information, please refer to the Getting Connected section of this manual under ‘Control Bus’ here.

  • Page 31: Factory Reset

    Firmware This will check for and apply any new firmware available for your player. You can also check for new updates on the info screen and manually update the unit’s firmware by following the steps below: Hold down the ‘i’ (Info) button on the front panel As instructed on the display, press the ‘play/pause’...

  • Page 32: Info Screen

    Info screen Last updated: September 27, 2024 03:40. Revision #14093 The info screen shows useful information about your player, it also allows you to carry out some actions to help resolve problems with your player. To access the info screen, hold the button on the front panel for 2 seconds.

  • Page 33: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Last updated: September 27, 2024 03:40. Revision #14094 D/A converters ESS ES9028Q2M THD @ 1kHz 0dBFs < 0.0005 % THD @ 20kHz 0dBFs < 0.0005 % Frequency response 20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.1dB Signal to noise ratio (REF 1W) > 120dBr Crosstalk @ 1kHz <...
  • Page 34 Dimensions 89 x 430 x 325mm (3.5 x 16.9 x 12.8") Weight 4.15kg (9.1Ibs)

  • Page 35: Source Quality Matrix

    Source quality matrix Last updated: February 20, 2024 04:30. Revision #14097 SOURCE DELIVERY METHOD MAXIMUM RESOLUTION Spotify Connect Mobile/Desktop App 320kbps Spotify AirPlay Mobile/Desktop App 320kbps Spotify Chromecast Mobile/Desktop App 320kbps Spotify Bluetooth Mobile/Desktop App aptX HD TIDAL Connect Mobile/Desktop App 24bit / 192 kHz TIDAL (via StreamMagic app) StreamMagic App...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    This Network Player can only play non-DRM files. Files that have DRM controls cannot be played by the EXN100. If attempting to play 24-bit WAV or FLAC content, note a wired Ethernet connection is normally preferred for reliable operation due to bandwidth considerations Check the Network Player can play back the file type you are trying to access.
  • Page 37 This Network Player can only play non-DRM files. Files that have DRM controls cannot be played by the EXN100. Check that your device does not require more than 1A if it is powered from the USB socket itself. Check your device is formatted in FAT32/NTFS/exFAT/Ext4 format.

  • Page 38: Frequently Asked Questions

    No, the EXN100 does not have its own remote control and does not come with one included. The unit can be fully controlled, and the settings can be adjusted via the StreamMagic app. If you wish to use a remote control with your device, the EX series remote control is compatible with the EXN100 and can be purchased from our website.
  • Page 39 What USB HDs will the EXN100 support? The primary function of the EXN100 is as a network music player and the USB port is intended for convenient connection of USB HDDs and SSDs. As such, we cannot guarantee compatibility with all USB HDDs and SSDs.