Naim NDX manual

REFERENCE MANUAL NDX and ND5 XS NETWORK AUDIO PLAYERS E N G L I S H[...]

Contents Section Page Contents 1 Introduction 1 1.1 The Multi-mode Radio 1 1.2 The UPnP™ Audio Inter face 1 1.3 The USB/iPod Inter face 1 1.4 The Digital to Analogue Converter 1 2 Installation and Connection 2 2.1 NDX Rear Panel 2 2.2 NDX Connected T o Optional 555PS Power Supply 2 2.3 ND5 XS Rear Panel 3 2.4 ND5 XS Connected T o Optional XP5 XS [...]

1 1.3 The USB/iPod Interface NDX/5XS incorporates a front panel USB inter face socket that enables audio files stored on USB memory devices and Apple iPod and iPhone models to be selected and played. The NDX/5XS is compatible with the iPod and iPhone models illustrated below. 1.4 The Digital to Analogue Converter NDX/5XS incorporates a three input [...]

2 Installation and Connection 2 Installation and Connection Your NDX/5XS should be installed on an equipment stand intended for the purpose. Ensure it is well ventilated, and do not stand it directly on top of another item of equipment. It should be installed in its final location before connecting cables or switching on. The NDX/5XS has no standby[...]

3 Installation and Connection 2.3 ND5 XS Rear Panel 2.4 ND5 XS Connected To Optional XP5 XS Power Supply m ai n s i np u t and fuse S XP S B u rn d y Cable Cable direction marker THE ND5 XS MAINS CABLE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND ITS POWER SWITCH TURNED OFF WHEN AN EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY IS USED. THE SXPS BURNDY CABLE ONLY MUST BE USED TO CONNECT THE EXTE[...]

4 Installation and Connection 2.5 Mains Power Connection Connect the NDX/5XS to a mains power socket using either the mains cable supplied or a Naim Power-Line. 2.6 Power Supply Upgrade The NDX/5XS can be upgraded through the use of an external Naim power supply. IMPORTANT: XPS POWER SUPPLIES WITH SERIAL NUMBERS BELOW 188015 ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH[...]

5 Installation and Connection wireless antenna socket. Wireless configuration will also be necessary before NDX/5XS is able to connect to your home network. See Section 4.5.1. 2.10.3 Network Settings The NDX/5XS is set up when originally shipped not to require any on-site TCP/IP configuration but to connect to a network automatically (it uses DHCP [...]

6 Operation 3 NDX/5XS Operation The NDX/5XS can be operated from either its front panel controls, from the supplied remote handset or via the n-Stream iPod, iPhone and iPad app. Setting up and operating an NDX/5XS requires navigation through a menu-driven user interface. The general principles of the interface are carried across each of NDX/5XS’s[...]

7 Operation 3.5 Front Panel Display (setup mode) List mode is entered by pressing the front panel ok/list button or handset ok/list key. List mode is used where NDX/5XS sources provide data that can be browsed: a list of radio stations or tracks for example. Lists displayed will depend on the source selected and data available. A typical list mode [...]

8 Operation 3.6 NDX/5XS Remote Handset The supplied remote control handset is a multifunctional device designed specifically for the NDX/5XS and Naim Uniti Series products. T o fit batteries, remove the battery cover and insert the batteries into the body taking care with their orientation. Replace the battery cover . The handset key functions are [...]

9 Operation 3.7 Handset Text Entry Some NDX/5XS menu screens require text entry - naming inputs for example. T ext entry is carried out using the handset numerical buttons in a manner similar to mobile phone SMS text entry. When text entry is required, multiple presses of a key will scroll through the characters associated with that key. In additio[...]

10 Selecting Allegro Media Server followed by items in the subsequent lists enables the selection of playlists, albums or individual tracks for playback. The Playing and Library screens for other inputs follow the same protocol of item selection. The Library screen displays lists of playback items available to the selected NDX/5XS input. The adjace[...]

11 4.2 The Language Menu The Language setup menu enables the NDX/5XS user inter face language to be changed. Enter setup mode and use the handset ok/list key to select Language . Use the handset up ( 5 ) and down ( 6 ) and ok/list keys to select a language. Exit setup mode by pressing the handset exit key. 4.3 The Inputs Menu The Inputs setup menu [...]

12 Setup 4.3.2 FM Input Parameter Options Enabled: Y es / No Name: User definable Seek Lock: Low / Medium / High. Sets the FM signal strength required for the NDX/5XS tuner to identify an FM station. 4.3.3 DAB Input Parameter Options Enabled: Y es / No Name: User definable Re-scan Stations: Re-scans for DAB stations. Note: The NDX/5XS DAB input is [...]

13 If an incorrect passphrase or access key is entered NDX/5XS will display an alert message. Note: As a security measure, a router may also require the NDX/5XS’s MAC address to be entered before allowing it to join the wireless network. This type of security feature is known as ‘MAC address filtering’. The NDX/5XS MAC address is shown in the[...]

14 4.6 The Digital Output Menu The Digital Output menu allows the digital output to be enabled and its data format to be configured. Parameter Options Enabled: Y es / No The Digital Output should be enabled only if it is specifically required. Output: Native / 96kHz 24bit Select Native unless a subsequent digital to analogue converter is unable to [...]

15 4.9 The System Automation Menu With System Automation enabled and an NDX/5XS Remote Out socket connected to the Remote In socket of a Naim preamplifier (or integrated amplifier), CD player or the Naim DAC, the NDX/5XS handset and n-Stream App can provide system- wide control. The System Automation setup menu comprises five items. These are expla[...]

16 Setup 4.10 The Factory Settings Menu The Factory Settings setup menu enables NDX/5XS’s system status information to be displayed, handset commands to be analysed, radio presets to be deleted, system automation to be reset, and all settings to be retur ned to their defaults. Parameter Options System Status: Select to display Handset IR Mon.: Se[...]

17 5.1 FM Tuner – Seeking Stations T o find FM stations select the FM input and press the handset prev ( ) or next ( ) keys. The tuner will scan the FM band locking on to and stopping at stations that exceed a specific signal strength. Note: The interlocked circle icon at the top right of he display indicates a stereo signal. Note: The signal str[...]

18 5.4 Adding iRadio Stations The Naim Radio Guide web site enables iRadio stations not included in the standard NDX/5XS list to be added for download to your NDX/5XS. To access the web site and add stations follow the steps below. • With a computer connected to the same network as the NDX/5XS, browse to http://naim.vtuner.com • Enter the ident[...]

19 The manner in which the UPnP™ server is set up will define how the audio files and playlists it holds are listed and displayed. In most cases the default setup will list and display files by artist and album, but list by genre and predefined playlists may also be available. Note: Playlists cannot be generated or stored locally by NDX/5XS. To p[...]

20 7.3 Browsing and Playing USB Files With a USB memory device, or an iPod or iPhone connected, and the NDX/5XS USB/iPod input selected, the display will enter list mode and show the structure of stored audio files. Use the handset up ( 5 ), down ( 6 ), left ( 3 ) and ok/list key to browse and select items. Note: The memory device or iPod can be sa[...]

21 Specifications 8 NDX/5XS Specifications Audio Inputs Sample rates supported: S/PDIF up to 24 bit 192kHz USB: Front panel socket UPnP™: Hi-Res UPnP playback up to 24bit/192kHz (W A V and FLAC) Antenna inputs: DAB/FM, WiFi T uning range: DAB (Band lll and L Band), FM 87.5-108MHz Other inputs: Ethernet Audio Outputs Analogue outputs: DIN and RCA [...]