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| Product Type | Network Audio Transport |
| Supported Audio Formats | Lossless PCM: FLAC, Apple Lossless (ALAC), WAV, AIFF, MQA; Lossless DSD: DSF, DSDIFF (DFF), DoP; Compressed Audio: MP3, AAC (m4a container) |
| Sampling Frequencies (PCM) | Up to 384 kHz (32-bit, integer only) |
| Sampling Frequencies (DSD) | 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz, 22.5 MHz |
| Digital Outputs | USB (1, USB 2.0 standard), XLR (1, 3 Vp-p into 110 Ω), RCA (1, 0.5 Vp-p into 75 Ω) |
| External Clock Input | 10 MHz (BNC, 50 Ω or 75 Ω) |
| Network Connectivity | Ethernet 1000BASE-T (RJ45) |
| USB Ports for Storage | 2 (USB 2.0, max 0.5 A current, FAT32/NTFS systems) |
| Supported Network Protocols | OpenHome, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect |
| Control App | ESOTERIC Sound Stream (iOS, Android) |
| Firmware Update | Via ESOTERIC Sound Stream app (network firmware) |
| MQA Decoding | Yes (full MQA decoder) |
| RAAT Mode (Roon) | Yes, selectable for optimal performance with Roon |
| Power Supply | AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz (Europe model); AC 120 V, 60 Hz (USA/Canada model) |
| Power Consumption | 31 W |
| Operating Temperature | +5 °C to +35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% (non-condensing) |
| Supplied Accessories | Power cord (×1), felt pads (×3), instruction manual (×1), warranty card (×1) |
| Maintenance and Cleaning | Use a dry, soft cloth; do not use chemical products; disconnect before cleaning |
| Safety | Do not expose to rain or moisture; do not open the case; use only ESOTERIC power cord |
| Decoupling Feet | Metal pinpoint feet with protective plate; felt pads supplied to avoid scratches |
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USER MANUAL N03T Esoteric
Network Audio Transport
OWNER'S MANUAL....3
MODE D'EMPLOI......19
MANUAL DEL USUARIO......35
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
●DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.
- IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT, CONTACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE UNIT FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
- USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
●The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.
- The mains plug is used as the disconnect device; the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
- Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.
WARNING
Products with Class I construction are equipped with a power supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a product must be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection.
IN USA/CANADA, USE ONLY ON 120 V SUPPLY.
CAUTION
- Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
- Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
- Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
●The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily reach the power cord plug at any time.
- If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
- CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Model for USA
Declaration of Conformity
Model number: N-03T
Trade name: ESOTERIC
Responsible party: 11 Trading Company, LLC
Address: 3502 Woodview Trace #200 Indianapolis, IN 46268 U.S.A.
URL: https://11tradingcompany.com/contact-us/
This device complies with Part.15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Model for Canada
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's
Compliance Statement:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Model for Europe
This product complies with the European Directives request, and the other Commission Regulations.
Model for UK
This product complies with the applicable UK regulations.
For European Customers
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and batteries and/or accumulators
a) All electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via collection facilities designated by the government or local authorities.
b) By disposing of electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.
c) Improper disposal of waste electrical/electronic equipment and batteries/accumulators can have serious effects on the environment and human health because of the presence of hazardous substances in the equipment.
d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) symbols, which show wheeled bins that have been crossed out, indicate that electrical/electronic equipment and batteries/accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.
If a battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) as defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC, 2013/56/EU), then the chemical symbols for those elements will be indicated beneath the WEEE
e) Return and collection systems are available to end users. For more detailed information about the disposal of old electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment.
Contents
Thank you for purchasing this ESOTERIC product.
Read this manual carefully to get the best performance from this product. After reading it, keep it in a safe place with the warranty card for future reference.
The Owner's Manual can be downloaded from the ESOTERIC website (https://www.esoteric.jp/en/).
To use this unit, you must also use a tablet/smartphone that has the dedicated app (free) installed and connect it to the same network as the unit.
ATTENTION
This unit only outputs digital signals from the one selected type of connector.
Set the digital output to USB, XLR or RCA before use.
See "Setting mode" and "Output connector setting" on page 13.
MQA
MQA and the Sound Wave Device are registered trade marks of MQA Limited.© 2016
roon READY
Being Roon Ready means that ESOTERIC uses Roon streaming technology, for an incredible user interface, simple setup, rock-solid daily reliability, and the highest levels of audio performance, without compromise.
"DSD" is a registered trademark.
Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi is a trademark or registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.
ESOTERIC is a trademark of TEAC CORPORATION, registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Other company names, product names and logos in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Information about copyrights and licensing related to open-source software is provided in the separate "Important Notice Regarding Software" document.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
Before use....6
What's in the box....6
Note about pinpoint feet....6
Maintenance....6
Precautions for use....6
Network connections....7
Making connections....8
Names and functions of parts....10
Using network transport functions....11
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)....12
Basic operation....12
Turning the unit on and off....12
Setting mode....13
Meanings of items shown in setting mode....13
Clock mode setting....13
Output connector setting 13
DSD output setting....14
MQA output setting 14
Network display setting 14
Automatic display darkening setting....14
Automatic power saving setting....14
ETHERNET port LED setting....14
Dimmer setting 15
Showing firmware versions....15
Volume adjustment setting....15
RAAT mode 15
Troubleshooting....16
General 16
Clock sync....16
Restoring factory settings....16
Specifications....17
Dimensional drawings....18
What's in the box
Check to be sure the box includes all the supplied accessories shown below. Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these accessories are missing or have been damaged during transportation.
Power cord × 1
Felt pads × 3
Owner's manual (this document) × 1
Warranty card × 1
Note about pinpoint feet
High-precision metal pinpoint feet are attached firmly to the bottom plate of this unit.
The stands for these feet are loose, but when the unit is placed in position, it is supported by these pinpoint feet, which will effectively disperse vibrations.
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Chassis Pinpoint foot (metal) Foot-stand (metal) Screws that attach foot-stand- Apply the included felt pads to the bottoms of the foot-stands to avoid scratching the surface where the unit is placed.
Maintenance
Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the unit clean.
For stubborn smudges, use a damp cloth that has been thoroughly wrung out to remove excess moisture.
●Never spray liquid directly on this unit.
- Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, thinner or other chemical agents. Doing so could damage the surface.
- Avoid allowing rubber or plastic materials to touch the unit for long periods of time because they could damage the cabinet.
For safety, disconnect the power plug from the outlet before cleaning.
Precautions for use
- Do not place anything on top of the unit.
- Do not install this unit in a location that could become hot. This includes places that are exposed to direct sunlight or near a radiator, heater, stove or other heating equipment. Moreover, do not place it on top of an amplifier or other equipment that generates heat. Doing so could cause discoloration or deformation.
- In order to enable good heat dissipation, leave at least 20 cm (8") between this unit and walls and other equipment when installing it. If you put it in a rack, take precautions to prevent overheating by leaving at least 5 cm (2") open above the top of the unit and at least 10 cm (4") open behind the unit.
Failure to provide these gaps could cause heat to build up inside and result in fire.
●Place the unit in a stable location.
- Do not move the unit during use.
- Be careful to avoid injury when moving the unit due to its weight. Have someone help you move it if necessary.
- The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
- Do not open the body of the unit as this might result in damage to the circuitry or cause electric shock. If a foreign object should get into the unit, contact your dealer.
- When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull directly on the plug; never yank on the cord.
Connection example
flowchart
graph TD
A["NAS"] -->|To Internet| B["Wi-Fi™ router"]
B -->|LAN cable| C["N-03T"]
style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
- An Internet connection is necessary to install the app on the tablet/smartphone, to update this unit's NET firmware and to use Internet radio, for example.
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Simple line drawing of a tablet with wireless signal icon above (no text or symbols)c tablet/smartphone
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ESOTERIC POWER CLOCK + - MENJ - + - NEXTa NAS (network-attached storage)
Use to store audio files.
Operation as a UPnP server is necessary to use it as a media server.
b Wi-Fi™ router
Use Wi-Fi to connect the tablet/smartphone to this unit and the NAS.
C Tablet/smartphone
Install the app to control this unit.
d N-03T
This unit.
Precautions when making connections
● After completing all other connections, plug the power plug into a power outlet.
- Read the owner's manuals of all devices that will be connected, and follow their instructions.
Network audio transport (N-03T)
flowchart
graph TD
subgraph Powerout
direction TB
A["Software"] -->|A| B["RCA coaxial digital cable"]
B --> C["XLR digital cable"]
C --> D["USB cable"]
D --> E["BNC coaxial cable"]
E --> F["BNC coaxial cable"]
F --> G["BNC coaxial cable"]
G --> H["CLOCK OUT"]
end
subgraph D/AConverter
direction TB
I["Differential IN"] --> J["XLR 2 R"]
J --> K["ES-LINK R"]
K --> L["SIGNAL GND"]
L --> M["BNC coaxial cable"]
M --> N["CLOCK OUT"]
end
I --> O["Digital OUT"]
I --> P["USB (24V - 83A)"]
I --> Q["USB flash drive"]
I --> R["USB DRIVE (24V - 83A)"]
I --> S["SIGNAL GND"]
I --> T["Signal GND"]
I --> U["BNC1 L"]
I --> V["LINE OUT L"]
I --> W["XLR/12300"]
I --> X["RCA"]
I --> Y["LINE OUT L"]
I --> Z["OPTICAL"]
I --> AA["XLR/12300"]
I --> AB["RCA"]
I --> AC["Included power cord"]
I --> AD["Included power cord"]
style Powerout fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
style D/AConverter fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
A Maintenance (SOFTWARE) port
This is used for maintenance. Do not connect anything to this port unless instructed to do so by our service department.
B Digital audio output (DIGITAL OUT) connectors
These output digital audio. Connect these to the digital input connectors of a D/A converter (such as a D-05X), an SACD player or another device.
Use commercially-available cables for the following connections.
USB: USB cable
XLR: XLR digital cable
RCA: RCA coaxial digital cable
- Use one of the above to connect the unit to a device with digital input.
Change the output settings according to the connector being used (page 13).
C 10MHz clock input connector (10MHz IN CLOCK)
When outputting from the XLR or RCA connector, a 10MHz synchronization (clock) signal can be input (page 13).
When using a master clock generator, connect its clock output connector to this unit's 10MHz IN CLOCK connector.
Use a commercially available BNC coaxial cable for connection.
D ETHERNET port
Use a LAN cable to connect to a network (page 7).
Use a commercially-available LAN cable for connection.
E USB DRIVE port
Connect USB flash drives that contain audio files here.
●The maximum power supply is 0.5 A.
●This port can only be used to play music files contained on a connected USB flash drive.
F SIGNAL GND grounding terminal
Connecting this grounding terminal to the grounding terminal of the D/A converter, amplifier or other device might improve the audio quality.
●This is not an electrical safety ground.
G Power inlet (\~IN)
Connect the included AC power cord to this socket. After completing all other connections, plug the power plug into a power outlet.
Use only a genuine ESOTERIC power cord. Use of other power cords could result in fire or electric shock.
⚠️ Disconnect the power plug from the outlet if you will not use the unit for a long time.
Use a BNC coaxial cable with 50Ω or 75Ω impedance.
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ESOTERIC POWER CLOCK N-OLT MENU A C B EA POWER button
Use to turn the unit on and off.
When the unit is on, the ring around this button lights blue.
When the unit is off, it is unlit.
When not using the unit, turn it off.
B CLOCK indicator
This shows the clock synchronization status.
When the clock sync setting is set to IN, this will begin to blink. When a clock signal is detected and synchronization occurs, it will stop blinking and stay lit.
- When the output connector setting is USB, this is unlit.
C USB drive port ( )
Connect USB flash drives that contain audio files here.
●This port can only be used to play music files contained on a connected USB flash drive.
D Display
This shows playback time, sampling frequency and other information.
E MENU button
Use to enter setting mode (page 13).
F Setting adjustment (+/−) buttons
Use to change parameters when in setting mode.
●You cannot change the volume with this unit.
+ button
This switches between showing the playback time and the sampling frequency on the display.
The network transport functions of this unit support OpenHome, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and other services. Music can be played back by using apps that are compatible with these services.
- The ESOTERIC Sound Stream app, which is compatible with iOS and Android, can be used for OpenHome control. Search for "ESOTERIC Sound Stream" in the App Store or Google Play Store.
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ESOTERIC- Refer to the ESOTERIC Sound Stream User's Manual (https://www.esoteric.jp/en/product/sound_stream/download) to prepare play lists and play audio files.
- To use the ETHERNET port or USB drive (USB DRIVE and ) ports, you must also use a tablet or smartphone that has the dedicated app (free) installed and connect it to the same network as the unit.
●Network module firmware is updated through ESOTERIC Sound Stream. We recommend that you regularly select this unit in ESOTERIC Sound Stream, and update it with the latest firmware.
A pop-up window recommending a firmware update will appear if one is available.
OpenHome http://openhome.org/
Playlist data is stored in this unit. Songs stored on a NAS or USB flash drive connected to this unit can be added to playlists and played back using ESOTERIC Sound Stream or another app that is compatible with OpenHome control. Using ESOTERIC Sound Stream, desired songs from Tidal, Qobuz and other streaming services can also be added to playlists. Since playlists are stored on the playback device when using OpenHome, after music has been added to a playlist, playback in playlist order is possible even after the control app has been quit.
Roon Ready https://roonlabs.com/
This unit supports music playback using the Roon music playback and management application released by Roon Labs. A Roon system is comprised of three elements: Control, Core and Output. This unit fills the role of an audio output that supports RAAT (Roon Advanced Audio Transport), which is a high-quality audio transmission format unique to Roon.
This unit enables selection of RAAT mode, which allows maximum performance when playing audio with Roon. This mode is tailored for music playback using Roon and stops other services that are supported in normal mode, including OpenHome, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect.
- See page 15 for RAAT mode setting procedures.
- When in RAAT mode, control is possible only from the Roon app.
Spotify Connect https://www.spotify.com/Tidal Connect https://tidal.com/
This unit can be selected as the output from dedicated apps for the Spotify and Tidal music streaming services. Using the apps optimized for these services on a smartphone or other device enables music playback on this unit with easy operations, including music selection.
NOTE
See the apps for the services for detailed operation procedures.
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)
MQA is an award-winning British technology that delivers the sound of the original master recording. The master MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough to stream or download.
Visit mqa.co.uk for more information.
The N-03T includes MQA technology, which enables you to play back MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording.
'MQA' or 'MQA.' indicates that the product 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. "MQA." indicates it is playing an MQA Studio file, which has either been approved in the studio by the artist/producer or has been verified by the copyright owner.
Basic operation
Turning the unit on and off
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Line drawing of a portable electronic device with buttons and a label (no readable text or symbols)POWER
Press the POWER button to turn the unit on when off or off when on. When the unit is on, the ring around this button lights blue, and the unit display becomes lit.
●After turning the unit on, use the app to control playback.
- When using this unit, turn on the D/A converter, amplifier and other devices that are connected to it. When doing this, turn the amplifier on last.
1 Press the MENU button repeatedly to select the item to change.
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CD-ROM MENUEach time you press the MENU button, the item shown on the display changes as follows.
flowchart
graph TD
A["CLK> Setting complete (display returns to usual state)"] --> B["DOUT>"]
B --> C["DSD> F/W ver."]
C --> D["MQAOUT> DIMMER>"]
D --> E["DISP> LANLED>"]
E --> F["DPaOFF> APS>"]
F --> G["VOLUME>"]
style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
style G fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
- To open VOLUME>, press and hold the - setting adjustment button when LANLED> is shown. After setting this, press the MENU button to close the settings.
- If you do nothing for ten or more seconds, setting mode will end and ordinary display will resume.
2 Use the setting adjustment (+/-) buttons to change the settings.
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I2Pomex - +For information about the settings, see pages 13–15.
- If you do nothing for ten or more seconds, setting mode will end and ordinary display will resume.
●Settings are retained even if the power plug is disconnected.
Meanings of items shown in setting mode
CLK>***
Clock mode setting
DOUT>***
Output connector setting
DSD>***
DSD output setting
MQAOUT>***
MQA output setting
DISP>***
Network display setting
DPaOFF>***
Automatic display darkening setting
APS>***
Automatic power saving setting
LANLED>***
ETHERNET port LED setting
DIMMER>***
Dimmer setting
F/W ver.
Showing firmware versions
VOLUME>***
Volume adjustment setting
Clock mode setting
CLK>\*\*\*
- This is only activated when the output connector setting is XLR or RCA.
- When the output connector setting is USB, the connected D/A converter controls the clock, so there is no need to supply an external clock signal to this unit.
●By default, the setting is OFF.
OFF
The built-in crystal oscillator operates as the master clock.
IN
The built-in crystal oscillator is synchronized to an external clock.
Output connector setting
DOUT>\*\*\*
●By default, the setting is USB.
USB
The digital signal is output from the USB port.
XLR
The digital signal is output from the XLR connector.
RCA
The digital signal is output from the RCA connector.
DSD output setting
DSD>\*\*\*
- This is only activated when the output connector setting is XLR or RCA.
- By default, the setting is DoP.
This sets the DSD data output format when connected to a D/A converter using the XLR or RCA connector.
DoP
DSD data is output in DoP format.
- If the connected D/A converter supports DoP, set this to DoP to enable playback in DSD format.
PCM
DSD data is converted to PCM and output.
- If the connected D/A converter does not support DoP, set this to PCM to enable conversion to PCM format for playback.
MQA output setting
MQAOUT>\*\*\*
●By default, the setting is ON.
ON
MQA files are decoded by this unit and output.
PTH
MQA files are passed through and output as is.
- Set to PTH when connected to a D/A converter that supports MQA decoding.
OFF
MQA files are output as PCM.
Network display setting
DISP>\*\*\*
●By default, the setting is Fs.
Fs
This shows the sampling frequency being input. If there is no input signal or the unit is not locked to the input signal, the input sampling frequency is not shown.
TIME
This shows the elapsed time of the song being played.
Automatic display darkening setting
DPaOFF>\*\*\*
●By default, the setting is ON.
You can set the display to darken automatically after a set amount of time has elapsed.
ON
The display will automatically darken if the information shown on it does not change for 10 minutes.
OFF
The display will not automatically darken, but if nothing changes for 10 minutes, its brightness will be lowered to the level of DIMMER>1 to reduce long-term display fading.
- We recommend that you set the automatic display darkening function to ON. If the display is left showing the same thing for a long time, brightness irregularities and other problems could arise.
Automatic power saving setting
APS>\*\*\*
●By default, the setting is 30m.
The unit will automatically turn off if playback remains stopped for the set amount of time.
30m
30 minutes
60m
60 minutes
90m
90 minutes
120m
120 minutes
OFF
The automatic power saving function is disabled.
ETHERNET port LED setting
LANLED>\*\*\*
●By default, the setting is ON.
- Even when set to OFF, the LED will blink immediately after a LAN cable is connected and while the unit is initializing after being turned on (while "WAIT..." displayed).
ON
Lighting and blinking of the ETHERNET port LED are enabled.
OFF
The ETHERNET port LED stays unlit during playback operations.
Dimmer setting
DIMMER>\*\*\*
●By default, the setting is 2.
You can adjust the brightness of this unit's display.
flowchart
graph TD
A["DIMMER>3"] --> B["DIMMER>2 (normal brightness)"]
B --> C["DIMMER>1"]
C --> D["DIMMER>0 (off)"]
- The dimmer of this unit can be adjusted using the DIMMER button of a remote control included with another ESOTERIC product.
- Even when set to DIMMER>1 or DIMMER>0, setting menus and error messages will be shown with normal brightness (DIMMER>2).
Showing firmware versions
F/W ver.
Press the + setting adjustment button when "F/W ver." is shown to check the versions of other firmware.
I/F \*\*\*\*
I/F firmware
NET \*\*\*\*
Network firmware
Volume adjustment setting
VOLUME>\*\*\*
●By default, the setting is OFF.
OFF (recommended)
This disables app volume adjustment.
Digital signals are output as is without passing through the volume adjustment block.
ON
This enables app volume adjustment.
Since volume is adjusted in the digital domain, DSD data is converted to PCM data.
●11.2/22.5MHz DSD audio files cannot be played.
- When this setting is ON,V will appear at the top left of the unit's display.
RAAT mode
- This function is supported from interface firmware v3.00 and NET firmware 150.
RAAT mode, which functions only with RAAT (Room Advanced Audio Transport), can be selected.
In order to maximize music playback performance using Roon, RAAT mode stops other services that are supported in normal mode, including OpenHome, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect.
Operation is possible only from the Roon control app.
Making RAAT mode settings
1 Select Showing firmware versions (F/W ver.) in setting mode, and show NET.
2 Press and hold the – setting adjustment button on the unit.
NETM > RAAT will blink.
3 Press and hold the + setting adjustment button on the unit.
This selects RAAT mode and automatically restarts the unit's network player program. After restarting, music playback will only be possible with Roon.
- When operating in RAAT mode, RAAT will appear on the unit's display.
- When in RAAT mode, this unit will not be recognized by OpenHome control apps, including ESOTERIC Sound Stream, or Spotify or Tidal apps.
Switching back to normal mode from RAAT mode
1 Select Showing firmware versions (F/W ver.) in setting mode, and show NET.
2 Press and hold the – setting adjustment button on the unit.
NETM > NORM will blink.
3 Press and hold the + setting adjustment button on the unit.
This disables RAAT mode, reactivates normal mode and automatically restarts the unit's network player program. After restarting, OpenHome and other services will be usable.
If you experience a problem with this unit, please take a moment to review the following information before requesting service. Moreover, the problem might be caused by something other than this unit. Please also check the operation of the connected units. If this product still does not operate correctly, contact the retailer where you purchased it.
General
The unit does not turn on.
→ Insert the power plug into an outlet.
→Check the connection of the power cord to this unit.
The unit automatically turns off.
→This is because the automatic power saving function turned the unit off.
Press the POWER button on the main unit to turn it on.
Change the automatic power saving setting if necessary (page 14).
The unit does not respond when buttons are pressed.
→ Multiple button presses without pause can cause the unit to stop responding. After pressing a button, wait momentarily for the unit to respond.
There is noise.
→ Place the unit as far away as possible from TVs and other devices that have strong magnetism.
No sound is output from the speakers. The sound is distorted.
→Check the connections with the amp and the speakers.
→Adjust the volume of the amplifier and other devices.
→No sound is output when playback is paused. Use the app to resume ordinary playback.
Clock sync
The CLOCK indicator does not stop blinking.
→Set clock mode to OFF when not using it.
→A clock signal to which the unit cannot synchronize might be being input. Confirm that the clock output frequency of the clock generator is 10 MHz. In addition, check the connection of the 10 MHz IN CLOCK connector and the settings of the connected devices.
A cyclical noise is being output.
If a cyclical noise is being output when the unit is in clock mode, the connected device might not also be in clock mode. Check the connection of the 10MHz IN CLOCK connector and the clock mode setting of the connected device.
An audio file cannot be played back (correctly).
→ Different media servers (NAS) support different types of files. Check the specifications of the media server (NAS), too.
The sound breaks up during playback.
If files that use lossy compression, including MP3s, and files at 44.1 kHz and other low bit rates play back normally, but the sounds of files at 384 kHz and other high bit rates as well as FLAC and other files that use lossless compression break up, the ETHERNET speed might be too slow. The audio data is transmitted from the NAS through the router. For this reason, using LAN cables to connect the NAS to the router and the router to this unit is preferable.
The sampling frequency (DSD 22M) is not shown.
→Update the firmware to version 1.03 or newer.
Restoring factory settings
Settings are retained even if the power plug is disconnected.
Follow these procedures to restore all settings to their factory defaults and clear the unit's memory.
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Power MENUPress the POWER button while holding down the MENU button on the main unit.
Note about condensation
If this unit is brought from a cold outdoor environment into a warm room, or the heater has just been turned on in the room where it is located, for example, condensation might occur, resulting in improper operation. If this occurs, leave the unit on and wait 1–2 hours. This should enable normal playback.
Network section
Supported file formats
PCM lossless.....FLAC, Apple Lossless (ALAC), WAV, AIFF, MQA
DSD lossless....DSF, DSDIFF (DFF), DoP
Compressed audio .... MP3, AAC (m4a container)
ETHERNET port 1 (1000BASE-T)
USB drive ports 2
USB 2.0 or higher recommended
Supported file systems ...... FAT32, NTFS
Single partition
Maximum current supply.... 0.5 A
Supported sampling frequencies
PCM.... 44.1–384 kHz, 16/24/32 bit
(For 32-bit, only files with integer format can be played.)
DSD.... 2.8 MHz, 5.6 MHz, 11.2 MHz, 22.5 MHz
Digital outputs
USB port (USB 2.0 standard)....1
XLR connector....1
Output level.... 3 Vp-p (into 110 Ω)
RCA connector 1
Output level....0.5 Vp-p (into 75 Ω)
●The following are the maximum limits for output from the XLR and RCA connectors.
PCM 44.1–192 kHz, 16/24 bit
DSD....2.8 MHz (DoP)
Clock input
BNC connector....1
Input impedance.... 50 Ω
Frequencies that can be input.... 10 MHz (±10 ppm)
Input level
Rectangle wave .... equivalent to TTL levels
Sine wave 0.5 to 1.0 Vrms
General
Power supply
Model for Europe. AC 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Model for USA/Canada AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Model for Korea AC 220 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption 31 W
External dimensions (W × H × D, including protrusions)
445 × 131 × 360 ~mm (17 5/8'' × 5 1/4'' × 14 1/4'' )
Weight 17 kg (37 1/2 lb)
Operating temperature....+5°C to +35°C
Operating humidity range 5% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage temperature -20^ to +55^
Included accessories
Power cord × 1
Felt pads × 3
Owner's manual (this document) × 1
Warranty card × 1
●Illustrations in this manual might differ slightly from production models.
●Weight and dimensions are approximate.
●Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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3-Ø48* 148 50243 267 363*48mm diameter feet × 3
Dimensions in millimeters (mm)
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION : POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION, NE RETIREZ PAS LE CAPOT (OU L'ARRIÈRE). AUCUNE PIÈCE INTERNE N'EST RÉPARABLE PAR L'UTILISATEUR. CONFIEZ TOUTE RÉPARATION À UN SERVICE APRÈS-VENTE QUALIFIÉ.
MQA and the Sound Wave Device are registered trade marks of MQA Limited.© 2016
roon READY
Being Roon Ready means that ESOTERIC uses Roon streaming technology, for an incredible user interface, simple setup, rock-solid daily reliability, and the highest levels of audio performance, without compromise.
“DSD” is a registered trademark.
Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi is a trademark or registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.
ESOTERIC is a trademark of TEAC CORPORATION, registered in the U.S. and other countries.
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)....28
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Esoteric POWER CLOCK + - MENJ - + N-OUTSpotify Connect https://www.spotify.com/ Tidal Connect https://tidal.com/
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)
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MENU
PCM.... 44,1–384 kHz, 16/24/32 bits
PCM 44,1–192 kHz, 16/24 bits
DSD....2,8 MHz (DoP)
Entrée d'horloge
Prise BNC....1
Dimensions externes (L × H × P, saillies incluses).... 445 × 131 × 360 mm
Poids 17 kg
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Symbolic icon of a person lifting a ladder inside a circle (no text or symbols)Parte responsible: 11 Trading Company, LLC
URL: https://11tradingcompany.com/contact-us/
MQA and the Sound Wave Device are registered trade marks of MQA Limited.© 2016
roon READY
Being Roon Ready means that ESOTERIC uses Roon streaming technology, for an incredible user interface, simple setup, rock-solid daily reliability, and the highest levels of audio performance, without compromise.
"DSD" is a registered trademark.
Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi is a trademark or registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.
ESOTERIC is a trademark of TEAC CORPORATION, registered in the U.S. and other countries.
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)....44
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Simple line drawing of a tablet with wireless signal icon above (no text or symbols)XLR: cable digital XLR
RCA: cable digital coaxial RCA
Spotify Connect https://www.spotify.com/Tidal Connect https://tidal.com/
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)
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MENU
PCM.... 44,1–384 kHz, 16/24/32 bits
PCM 44,1–192 kHz, 16/24 bits
DSD.... 2,8 MHz (DoP)
Entrada de reloj
Terminal BNC....1
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Model name: N-03T Serial number
