AXN10 - Hi-fi system CAMBRIDGE - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Network player / hi-fi system
Brand	Cambridge
Model	AXN10
Power supply	Mains, regional power cable supplied
Standby power consumption	0.5 W (Eco mode)
Network connectivity	Wi-Fi, Ethernet
Bluetooth	Yes, with aptX support
USB input	USB-A for storage devices (FAT32/NTFS)
Built-in streaming services	Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Deezer
Wireless streaming	AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in
Internet radio	Yes, with up to 99 presets
Supported audio formats	ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (up to x512), WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, OGG Vorbis
Control app	StreamMagic (iOS/Android)
Firmware update	Automatic via network (network standby)
Factory reset	By button or via app
Included accessories	User manual, quick start guide, regional power cable
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a soft dry cloth. Do not use solvents.
Safety instructions	Do not expose to water, do not open the device, unplug before cleaning.
Spare parts and repairability	Contact an authorized service center for any repairs. No retail spare parts available.
General information	Bluetooth trademark, Qualcomm aptX, Stream Magic. Manufacturer: Audio Partnership Plc.

Frequently Asked Questions - AXN10 CAMBRIDGE

How do I connect my smartphone via Bluetooth?

In the StreamMagic app, go to the Menu tab and add the Bluetooth source. Then select the Bluetooth source in the Home tab, open your phone's Bluetooth settings and choose your player from the list.

How do I stream music via Spotify?

Open Spotify on your phone, tablet or computer, then select the Spotify Connect icon and choose your AXN10 player. Make sure all devices are on the same Wi-Fi network.

What audio formats can I play via USB?

Supported formats are: ALAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, DSD (up to x512), WMA, MP3, AAC, HE AAC, OGG Vorbis. The USB device must be formatted in FAT32 or NTFS.

How do I perform a factory reset?

Unplug the power cable. Hold down the standby button while reconnecting the cable. The indicator blinks red during reset, then the player restarts.

Can I use AirPlay with this player?

Yes, the player supports AirPlay 2. From your iPhone or iPad, open Control Center, tap AirPlay and select your player. Requires iOS 11.4 or later.

How do I set up the player for the first time?

Download the StreamMagic app from the App Store or Google Play. Turn on the player, follow the on-screen instructions to select the language, then open the app and follow the network setup process.

How do I assign a radio preset?

In the StreamMagic app, go to the Radio tab, search for a station, then select 'Add to presets' and choose a number from 1 to 99. You can also use the remote control by holding down a number during playback.

What to do if the player does not connect to the network?

Check that your router is on and Wi-Fi is enabled. Make sure the player and your device are on the same network. You can also try a wired Ethernet connection.

How do I update the firmware?

Leave the player in network standby overnight: it automatically checks and applies updates. You can also use the 'Firmware' option in the StreamMagic app to check manually.

Is the player compatible with Google Home?

Yes, thanks to Chromecast built-in. Add the player in the Google Home app and you can control it by voice with 'Hey Google'.

USER MANUAL AXN10 CAMBRIDGE

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Sommaire

AXN10 3

Introduction 4

Rear panel connections 8

Getting connected 9

Application StreamMagic - Réglages 11

Google Home / Chromecast built-in 12

Radio Internet 13

Airplay 14

Technical Specifications 22

Troubleshooting 24

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 25

AXN10

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Manuel D'utilisation

Introduction

© Copyright Cambridge Audio Ltd

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Lecteur AXN101.

WiFi/BT Antenna (x2)2.

Rear panel connections

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1. Line output.

Fixed level analogue output used to provide a signal to an integrated amplifier, pre-amp or recording device.

1. S/P DIF coaxial digital output.

2. TOSLINK digital output.

3. WiFi and Bluetooth antenna

Ensure both antennas are connected securely before use.

1. Service port.

For servicing use only.

Connecting any other device here may result in damage.

1. USB Socket

Connection for a USB flash drives.

The USB port is not intended for connection to Apple mobile devices, no functionality, charging or otherwise, is supported.

1. Ethernet

Use to connect the AXN10 directly to a router.

1. WiFi antenna

2. AC Power Socket

Once you have completed all connections to the amplifier, plug the AC power cable into an appropriate mains socket then switch on.

Getting connected

The diagram below shows the basic connection of your AXN10 to an AXA35.

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Connecting to WiFi

Important Note: 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

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Application StreamMagic - Réglages

Download on the App Store

GET IT ON Google play

Configuration

Google Home / Chromecast built-in

Download on the App Store

GET IT ON Google play

TIDAL (via StreamMagic)

Qobuz (via Chromecast)

Qobuz (via StreamMagic)

Deezer (via Chromecast)

Deezer (via StreamMagic)\*

Technical Specifications

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 +0/-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, RoonReady, Airplay2, Amazon Music

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

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

Troubleshooting

If you have trouble connecting the AXN10 to your network, these steps may help to resolve the problem:

• Ensure that both of the supplied Wi-Fi antennas are securely connected.
• Confirm that a connected computer can access the Internet (i.e. can browse the web) using the same network.
• If you have an encrypted Wi-Fi network, check that you have entered the correct key or passphrase. Remember that text-format keys are case-sensitive.

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:

• The station is not broadcasting at this time of the day (remember it may be located in a different time zone).
• The station has reached the maximum allowed number of simultaneous listeners.
• The station is not broadcasting anymore.
• The Internet connection between the server (often located in a different country) and you is too slow.

If you have trouble connecting the StreamMagic app to the AXN10, these steps may help to resolve the problem:

• Ensure that both of the supplied Wi-Fi antennas are securely connected.
• Ensure that your mobile device and the AXN10 are connected to the same network.
• Ensure that you have allowed the StreamMagic app to have access to devices on your network, via your mobile devices' app settings.
• Check whether any VPN or Anti-Virus app downloaded on to your mobile device may be preventing the StreamMagic app from 'seeing' the AXN.

If you have problems with UPnP playback check the following:

• Ensure your chosen UPnP server software is capable of serving the file type you are trying to access. Some servers do not serve FLAC for instance.
• The AXN can only play non DRM files. Files that have DRM controls cannot be played by the AXN. Some servers may be able to authorise and de-crypt Microsoft PlaysForSure before then serving the content to the AXN, but this operation is not guaranteed as it is purely a function of the server.
• If attempting to play 24-bit WAV or FLAC content a wired Ethernet connection is normally required for reliable operation due to bandwidth considerations.
• Check that the AXN is capable of playing back the file type you are trying to access.

If you have problems with USB Media playback check the following:

• Check that the AXN is capable of playing back the file type you are trying to access.
• For USB Media, the AXN can only play non DRM files. Files that have DRM controls cannot be played.
• Check that your device does not require more than 1A if it is powered from the USB socket itself.
• Check your device format is supported by the AXN.
• The way you organise your USB media affects how efficiently the AXN can browse the content. A good practice is to create folders for Artists within which you should have subfolders for each Album which then contain the tracks for that Album. Libraries with thousands of tracks in one folder will progressively slow down the AXN's media browsing.

There is no power:

• Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely.
• Ensure the plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on.
• Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can the AXN10 support MQA content?

Although the AXN can receive MQA encoded content, it is not possible for the device to playback full MQA files via TIDAL Connect, because the AXN does not have an MQA decoder built in to unfold the MQA files.

There are no plans to integrate MQA support into the AXN, 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 AXN can receive MQA encoded content, it is not possible for the device to playback full MQA files via TIDAL Connect, because the AXN does not have an MQA decoder built in to unfold the MQA files.

It is, however, possible to bypass the DAC in the AXN, 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 AXN.

Please follow the below instructions on how to how to set this up:

1. Connect either of the Digital Outputs (SP/DIF Coaxial or Toslink Optical) of the AXN to the corresponding DacMagic 200M Digital Input (D1 or D2).
2. Connect the Balanced or Unbalanced Output of DacMagic 200M to your amplifier.
3. Select the relevant D1/D2 Input on your DacMagic 200M.
4. Open the TIDAL app 'Settings' on your smartphone or tablet, and confirm that the streaming quality is set to 'Master'.
5. Select the AXN within the TIDAL Connect menu as your output device.
6. Processing of the MQA files will now be passed through to the DacMagic 200M, and MQA playback should be indicated on the DacMagic 200M by the relevant LED light.

Can I use more than one of the AXN10's outputs at once?

If you wish to connect the AXN to one single device, you can use any output, digital or analogue, that you wish.

If, however, you would like to connect the AXN 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 AXN 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 AXN 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'.

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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 AXN 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 AXN 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 AXN 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.

Does the AXN10 have pre-amp or volume control?

The AXN does not have a 'pre-amp' mode and it is not possible to control the volume of the unit, as it outputs a fixed volume level. You will need to control the volume of the AXN via your connected amplifier or DAC.

Does the AXN10 have a remote control?

The AXN does not have a remote control. The unit can be controlled and the settings can be adjusted via the StreamMagic app.