Naim Audio UnitiLite User Manual

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REFERENCE MANUAL

UNITILITE ALL-IN-ONE AUDIO PLAYER

ENGLISH

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Section Page

Contents

1 UnitiLite Introduction 1

1.1 The Integrated Amplifier 1

1.2 The CD Player 1

1.3 The Multi-mode Radio 1

1.4 The UPnP™ Audio Interface 1

1.5 The USB/iPod Interface 2

2 UnitiLite Installation and Connection 3

2.1 UnitiLite Rear Panel 3

2.2 Mains Power Connection 3

2.3 FM/DAB Aerial Connection 3

2.4 Audio Signal Connections 3

2.5 Speaker Outputs 4

2.6 Headphone Output 4

2.7 Signal Ground Switch 4

2.8 USB/iPod Interface 4

2.9 Network Connections 4

2.10 Control Sockets 5

3 UnitiLite Operation 6

3.1 UnitiLite Front Panel Features 6

3.2 Front Panel Buttons (normal play mode) 6

3.3 Front Panel Buttons (list and setup modes) 6

3.4 Front Panel Display (normal play mode) 7

3.5 Front Panel Display (list mode) 7

3.6 Front Panel Display (setup mode) 7

3.7 UnitiLite Remote Handset 8

3.8 UnitiLite Text Entry 9

3.9 The n-Stream Control App 9

5 UnitiLite Integrated Amplifier 17

5.1 Selecting Inputs 17

5.2 Volume Control 17

5.3 Amplifier Display 17

5.4 Signal Outputs 17

5.5 Amplifier Fault Warnings 17

6 UnitiLite CD Player 18

6.1 Disc Loading 18

6.2 CD Transport Control 18

6.3 CD Display and Track Selection 18

6.4 CD Track Playlist Programming 18

7 UnitiLite Multi-mode Radio Tuner 20

7.1 FM Tuner – Seeking Stations 20

7.2 DAB Tuner – Seeking Stations 20

7.3 iRadio Tuner – Seeking Stations 20

7.4 Adding iRadio Stations 21

7.5 Storing Radio Presets 21

7.6 Using Radio Presets 21

8 UnitiLite UPnP™ Audio Interface 22

8.1 UPnP™ Servers 22

8.2 Audio File Compatibility 22

8.3 Scanning Servers and Playing Files 22

9 UnitiLite USB/iPod Interface 23

9.1 USB Media and File Compatibility 23

9.2 iPod Compatibility and Charging 23

9.3 Browsing and Playing USB Files 23

4 UnitiLite Setup 11

4.1 The Setup Home Menu 11

4.2 The Language Menu 11

4.3 The Inputs Menu 11

4.4 The Speakers Menu 12

4.5 The Headphones Menu 13

4.6 The Network Settings Menu 13

4.7 The Front Display Menu 14

4.8 The Clock and Alarm Menu 14

4.9 The Handset Keys Menu 15

4.10 The Factory Settings Menu 16

10 UnitiLite Specifications 24

Note: This manual is issue No. 1 and describes the

operation of UnitiLite units running software release version

3.17.xx. UnitiLite units running earlier software will not

operate fully in the manner described in this manual. The

software running in a UnitiLite is displayed in the Factory

Settings menu.

Windows Media™ is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

UPnP™ is a trademark of the UPnP™ Forum.

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Introduction

1 UnitiLite Introduction

UnitiLite is a highly capable product that will repay time and effort spent on installation and setup. We strongly recommend that you read this manual. UnitiLite effectively incorporates five separate elements. Each of these is introduced in the following paragraphs and subsequently described in full detail in Sections 5 to 9. The UnitiLite elements are: An Integrated Stereo Amplifier Introduced below and fully described in Section 5 A CD Player Introduced below and fully described in Section 6 A Multi-mode Radio Introduced below and fully described in Section 7 A UPnP™ Audio Interface Introduced below and fully described in Section 8 A USB/iPod Audio Interface Introduced below and fully described in Section 9

Prior to the sections describing UnitiLite’s elements, Section 2 covers its installation, Section 3 describes its operation and Section 4 describes its setup.

1.1 The Integrated Amplifier

1.1.1 Inputs

UnitiLite incorporates an audio preamplifier that provides

three analogue and five S/PDIF digital audio external

inputs. The preamplifier also accepts internal inputs from

the integrated CD player and optional FM/DAB tuner.

In addition to conventional analogue and digital input

signals, the UnitiLite preamplifier can accommodate the

following external peripheral inputs:

• iPod,iPhoneandUMS(UniversalMassStorage)USB

memory devices via a USB interface.

• Internetradioanduniversalplugandplay(UPnP™)

servers via an Ethernet network socket or wireless

network connection.

1.1.2 Signal Outputs

The UnitiLite preamplifier provides the following analogue

signal outputs:

• Apreamplifieroutput

(post volume and balance controls).

• Aheadphoneoutput

(post volume and balance controls).

1.1.3 Controls

The UnitiLite preamplifier provides volume, balance,

input selection and mute control from its front panel, the

supplied remote handsets or via the n-Stream iPhone and

iPad app.

1.2 The CD Player

UnitiLite incorporates a sliding drawer CD transport. The

transport is able to play standard “Red Book” CDs and

CDR discs. CD track order can be programmed or tracks

can be shuffled (played randomly).

1.3 The Multi-mode Radio

The UnitiLite multi-mode radio combines internet radio

(iRadio) player and an optional FM/DAB (Digital Audio

Broadcasting) tuner. A total of 40 radio stations across

all three modes can be stored as presets. In FM and

DAB mode stations are tuned by UnitiLite scanning

the respective transmission bands. In iRadio mode

UnitiLite receives data streams and a list of available

radio stations from a dedicated internet server. iRadio

requires broadband internet access via a home network

connection.

The UnitiLite DAB module incorporates full broadcast and

station display capabilities. The FM module is fully RDS

(Radio Data System) capable.

Note: DAB and RDS broadcasts are not available in all

territories.

1.4 The UPnP™ Audio Interface

UnitiLite can connect to a home network and play audio

files stored on UPnP™ drives.

1.1.4 Speaker Outputs

UnitiLite incorporates a stereo power amplifier rated at

50 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms. The power amplifier is

designed to drive one pair of speakers via the sockets on

the UnitiLite rear panel.

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Introduction

1.5 The USB/iPod Interface

The UnitiLite incorporate a front panel USB interface

sockets that enable audio files stored on USB memory

sticks and a range of Apple iPod and iPhone models to be

selected and played.

UnitiLite is compatible with the iPod and iPhone models

illustrated below.

“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone respectively and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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Installation and Connection

2 UnitiLite Installation and Connection

UnitiLite should be installed on an equipment stand intended for the purpose. Do not stand it directly on top of another item of equipment and ensure it is well ventilated. Care should be taken to ensure that it is level. It should be installed in its final location before connecting cables or switching on. UnitiLite has no standby mode and is intended to be left switched on.

Connecting UnitiLite to mains power and to a variety of audio peripherals and sources is described in the following paragraphs. Diagram 2.1 illustrates the UnitiLite rear panel connection sockets.

2.1 UnitiLite Rear Panel

power switch

mains input

and fuse

left

speaker

right

speaker

2.2 Mains Power Connection

Connect UnitiLite to a mains power socket using either the

mains cable supplied or a Naim Power-Line.

2.3 FM/DAB Aerial Connection

If your UnitiLite includes the optional FM/DAB tuner module

it will require a strong, interference-free signal to enable

high quality FM and DAB reproduction. The UnitiLite rear

panel FM/DAB Aerial socket should be connected, via 75

Ohm low-loss coaxial cable, to a suitable aerial. The aerial

should be mounted clear of large obstructions and as high

as possible; ideally on a roof.

Note: Your local retailer should be able to offer advice on

a suitable aerial and aerial installer.

FM/DAB aerial

socket (optional)

signal ground

switch

analogue

inputs

preamp output

wireless (Wi-Fi)

antenna socket

network

digital

inputs

socket

2.4 Audio Signal Connections

2.4.1 Audio Signal Inputs

UnitiLite provides three stereo analogue inputs and five

S/PDIF digital inputs including one combined analogue/

digital input socket. Connection to the inputs is made via

a variety of socket types. The following table lists the inputs

and their socket types:

Input Type Socket

an. 1 Analogue RCA phonos

an. 2 Analogue RCA phonos

front panel Analogue 3.5mm jack

Digital 3.5mm mini-TosLink jack

dig. 1 Digital Coaxial (RCA phono)

dig. 2 Digital Optical (TosLink)

dig. 3 Digital Coaxial (RCA phono)

dig. 4 Digital Optical (TosLink)

remote control input

USB

update

socket

Note: The front panel analogue/digital jack socket can

accept both conventional analogue 3.5mm plugs and

mini-TosLink optical digital plugs. It will automatically

identify the type of plug inserted and handle the signal

appropriately.

Always use high quality interconnect cables to connect

sources to UnitiLite inputs.

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2.4.2 Audio Signal Outputs

UnitiLite provides a preamplifier output intended for

connection to an upgrade or second power amplifier, or

a subwoofer. The output is taken after the Unitilite volume

and balance controls so a power amplifier or subwoofer

connected to it will respond to volume and balance

changes. The output always reflects the selected UnitiLite

input. Connection to the preamplifier output is made

via a 4-pin DIN socket. Your local Naim retailer will be

able to supply appropriate cables for power amplifier or

subwoofer connection if necessary.

2.5 Speaker Outputs

A set of stereo speaker connection sockets is provided on

the UnitiLite rear panel. Custom Naim Audio loudspeaker

connectors are supplied to make the connection and in

order to comply with current European safety regulations

these should always be used. Naim Audio speaker cable

will provide the best results, however, a range of speaker

cable types may be used without risk of damage to the

amplifier. Contact your local Naim retailer for further

advice. Use equal lengths of speaker cable for each

channel.

Ensure when connecting speakers that they are “in

phase”. That is, the positive and negative connection

orientation at both the speaker and amplifier ends of the

cable is the same for both channels.

2.6 Headphone Output

UnitiLite is fitted on its front panel with a 3.5mm stereo

headphone socket. Insertion of a headphone plug will

mute the speaker outputs.

Note: UnitiLite controls and stores volume settings

separately for headphones and speakers.

2.7 Signal Ground Switch

UnitiLite is fitted on its rear panel with a Signal Ground

switch offering two positions: Chassis or Floating. Select

the Chassis position unless UnitiLite is connected in a hi-fi

system incorporating another earthed source component,

or mains “hum” is audible through the loudspeakers.

Contact your retailer, distributor or Naim for advice if

necessary.

Note: “Connected” in the context above means an

analogue audio signal cable that includes an earth

connection.

Note: All Naim CD players are earthed so the Signal

Ground switch should be set to floating if one is connected

in the system.

No damage will be done if the wrong Signal Ground

position is chosen, however the system sound quality may

be compromised.

2.7.1 General Audio Connection Notes

The UnitiLite negative analogue input and output

connections for each channel are common. The mains

earth (ground) should always be connected regardless of

what other equipment is used. The mains earth primarily

grounds the case and the electrostatic screen within the

transformer, and is only connected to the signal negative if

the Signal Ground switch is set to Chassis. In order to avoid

hum loops, the signal negative of the whole system should

be connected to the mains earth in one place only.

2.8 USB/iPod Interface

UnitiLite is fitted with a front panel USB interface intended

for the connection of Apple iPod and iPhone models and

USB memory sticks carrying audio files. The USB interface

should not be used for any other purpose.

Note: Most UMS (Universal Mass Storage) USB devices are

compatible with the NaimUniti 2 and UnitiLite USB audio

inputs. Such devices might include portable digital music

players, smart-phones, tablet computers, USB memory

sticks and memory card readers. Non UMS USB devices

such as older MP3 players may be connected to the

NaimUniti 2 and UnitiLite front panel audio input using a

3.5mm stereo jack cable from their headphone sockets.

Depending on the setup options chosen (see Section

4.3.6), iPod batteries will be charged when connected to

the USB interface.

2.9 Network Connections

2.9.1 Wired Network Connection

UnitiLite is fitted on its rear panel with a standard RJ45

Ethernet socket. This socket enables UnitiLite to join home

networks via a network router to access internet radio

data streams or to play audio files stored on appropriately

configured UPnP™ servers.

Note: Ethernet-over-mains hardware may be used and

provides a simple and convenient method of wired home

network connection. However, depending on mains wiring

factors specific to each home environment, the presence

of network data on the mains supply may compromise

overall system sound quality. If any sound quality

compromise is found to be unacceptable, dedicated

network cabling should be installed or wireless networking

should be employed.

2.9.2 Wireless Network Connection

If UnitiLite is to connect wirelessly to the home network the

supplied Wi-Fi antenna must be fitted to the rear panel

wireless antenna socket. Wireless configuration will also

be necessary before UnitiLite is able to connect to the

network. See Section 4.6.1 of this manual.

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2.9.3 Network Settings

UnitiLite is set up when originally shipped not to require any

on-site network configuration but to connect to a network

automatically (it uses DHCP by default). However, if your

UnitiLite has been previously used, its network configuration

may have been altered leaving it unable to connect

automatically. If this appears to be the case ensure that

DHCP is selected in the Network Settings menu and re-start

UnitiLite. If problems still persist contact your retailer, installer

or Naim Audio directly. See Section 4.6.

Note: Before reporting network connection problems carry

out a Factory Reset operation and try again. Select Reset

All Settings from the Factory Settings setup menu. See

Section 4.10.

Note: A UnitiLite switched on without a working wired

network connection will only be able to connect to

a home network wirelessly. To use an Ethernet (wired)

connection, switch UnitiLite off, connect the network and

switch it on again.

Note: For internet radio to operate UnitiLite requires

connection to a broadband internet service via a router/

modem with a built-in firewall.

2.10 Control Sockets

The UnitiLite is fitted on its rear panel with a 3.5mm jack

Remote In socket and a mini-USB interface socket.

The Remote In socket can be used for RC5 remote control

of the UnitiLite via a wired connection or a remote IR

repeater.

The mini-USB socket enables firmware upgrades and

diagnostic tests to be carried out. Contact your Naim

retailer for more information if required.

Note: The mini-USB interface is not intended for the

connection of USB memory devices.

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Operation

3 UnitiLite Operation

UnitiLite can be operated from either its front panel controls, from the supplied remote handset or via the n-Stream iPhone and iPad app. Setting up and operating UnitiLite requires navigation through a menu-driven user interface. The general principles of the interface are carried across each of UnitiLite’s elements so this section of the manual describes and illustrates those general principles.

3.1 UnitiLite Front Panel Features

mute

input

- volvol +

stop play

input

CD drawer

combined analogue and

digital input

headphone output

USB interface

front panel display

listprev

front panel button matrix

3.2 Front Panel Buttons (normal play mode) 3.3 Front Panel Buttons (list and setup modes)

- volvol +

mute

stop play

input

listprev

In normal play mode the UnitiLite front panel buttons

perform the operations described below:

mute mutes audio output

-vol decreases volume

vol+ increases volume

input sequentially selects inputs

list switches UnitiLite to list mode

stop stops play

opens/closes CD drawer when CD input selected

play starts play

closes CD drawer when CD input selected

prev selects previous track or audio file

next selects next track or audio file

In list and setup modes the UnitiLite front panel buttons

(except mute) reconfigure. The reconfigured buttons are

illustrated in the diagram above and their operation is

described below:

-vol navigate up menu or list

input go to previous menu or list (or previous

character)

play go to next menu or list (or next character)

prev navigate down menu or list

stop OK (confirm selection)

list exit list mode

mute mutes audio output

next non-operational

vol+ non-operational

mute

input

listprev

stop play

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3.4 Front Panel Display (normal play mode)

- volvol +

42 CD

02 04:47

In normal play mode the UnitiLite screen provides a variety

of information on the current setup, the input selected and

the material playing. A typical normal play mode screen

is illustrated above showing track two of a CD has been

playing for four minutes forty-seven seconds.

At the top left of the screen the volume level is displayed

along with a “speaker” icon that shows UnitiLite is not

muted.

At the top of the screen the “play” icon is displayed to

show that the play is underway and the “shuffle” icon is

displayed to show random play has been selected. “CD”

shows that the CD input is selected.

mute

input

listprev

stop play

3.6 Front Panel Display (setup mode)

- volvol +

Setup 1/9

4Language Inputs Speakers Headphones

Setup mode is entered by pressing the handset setup

( ) key or pressing and holding the front panel list

button. It provides access to all user-configurable UnitiLite

parameters.

The screen illustrated above is the setup home screen that

is always displayed when setup mode is entered. The “1/9”

at the top right denotes that the selected item is number

one of eight.

To navigate around the setup menus and make selections use the front panel or handset up (5), down (6) and left (3) arrow keys to navigate around menus and the ok/list

button or key to confirm a selection.

mute

input

listprev

stop play

3.5 Front Panel Display (list mode)

- volvol +

DAB Stations 1/28

4BBC R1 BBC R2 BBC R3 BBC R4

List mode is entered by pressing the front panel list button

or handset ok/list key. List mode is used where sources

provide data that can be browsed: a list of radio stations

or tracks for example.

Lists displayed will depend on the input selected and data

available. A typical list mode screen is illustrated above

showing the DAB radio stations available with BBC R1

selected.

At the top right of the screen, “1/28” denotes that the

selected item is number one of twenty-eight.

To scroll up and down lists and select items use the front panel or handset up (5) and down (6) keys and ok/

list buttons or keys. To return to normal display press the

handset exit key or front panel list button.

mute

input

listprev

stop play

Note: The right (4) key duplicates the ok/list key when

navigating setup mode menus.

To exit setup mode press the handset setup ( ) key a

second time or press the exit key or front panel list button.

UnitiLite setup is covered in Section 4.

Note: If programme material is playing when UnitiLite enters

setup mode it will continue to play. The volume, mute and

transport (play, pause, stop etc.) keys on the handset will

remain operational.

Note: The right (4) key duplicates the ok/list key when

navigating list mode menus.

In long item lists the handset numeric/text keys can be

used to jump through the list alphabetically.

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Operation

preset store

mute

exit

radio

pc iPod

tv av

hdd aux

vol +

vol -

list

@# abc def

ghi jkl mno

pqrs

del

input +

input -

tuv

wxyz

disp

3.7 UnitiLite Remote Handset

The supplied remote control handset is a multifunctional

device designed specifically for Naim Uniti Series products.

To fit batteries, remove the battery cover and insert the

batteries into the body taking care with their orientation.

Replace the battery cover.

3.7.1 Normal and List/Setup Mode Keys

Key Normal List/Setup Mode Modes

Numeric Enter digits Enter characters in

text 1 to 9 text

0 Enter 0 (zero) Enter spaces in text

preset Display the radio Delete last del preset list character in text

store Display the radio Switch text case

£ preset menu

input+ Select next input Menu up

5 navigation

input- Select previous Menu down

6 input navigation

3 Input Previous menu

dependent or back one (see note) character in text

4 Input Next menu

dependent or forward one (see note) character in text

exit No function Exits current menu without saving changes

list Display input Confirm action ok dependent list of or selection tracks/functions

Note: Navigation (3456) key assignments

can be altered via the Handset Keys setup

menu. See Section 4.9.

The handset key functions are listed and described in the

tables below. Some keys change function when UnitiLite

is in list/setup mode. Normal play mode functions are

denoted by the text on each key and list/setup mode

functions are denoted by the text below each key. Keys

with only one function are listed in the table on the right.

3.7.2 Normal Play Mode Keys

Key Function

disp Switches UnitiLite display on

or off. Toggles clock display if configured.

vol + Increase volume

vol – Decrease volume

mute Silences UnitiLite

(repeat) Repeat selected track,

programme or playlist

(shuffle) Play tracks randomly from list

(setup) Display the setup menu

(info) Cycle through secondary input

information

(play/pause) Play or pause track

(previous) Go to previous track/station

(next) Go to next track/station

(stop) Stop track

(reverse) Fast reverse track

(forward) Fast forward track

cd Selects the cd input.

radio Sequentially selects the FM,

DAB and iRadio inputs.

pc Sequentially selects the UPnP™

input.

iPod Sequentially selects the USB/

iPod and front panel inputs.

tv Sequentially selects the an. 1

and dig. 1 inputs.

av Sequentially selects the an. 2

and dig. 2 inputs.

hdd Selects the dig. 3 input.

aux Selects the dig. 4 input.

Note: Input selection key assignments can be

altered via the Handset Keys setup menu. See

Section 4.9.

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UnitiLite Operation

preset store

@# abc def

ghi jkl mno

pqrs

del

tuv

wxyz

disp

3.8 UnitiLite Text Entry

Some UnitiLite menu screens require text entry - naming

inputs for example. Text entry is carried out using the

handset numerical buttons in a manner similar to early

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

addition to characters, the preset key provides a delete

function, the zero key provides a space and the store key provides letter case change. The up (5) and down (6)

keys will also scroll through all the available letters.

The enlarged handset image illustrates the number keys

and the characters associated with each.

When prompted on a UnitiLite screen to enter text, select

characters in turn by pressing each appropriate key

the required number of times. Confirm the text entry by

pressing the ok/list key.

3.9.1 n-Stream Setup

To begin using n-Stream to

control your UnitiLite you

must first install the app on

your iPad, iPhone or iPod

touch. With the app installed

and the iPad, iPhone or

iPod wirelessly connected

to the same network as your

UnitiLite, start the app by

touching its screen icon.

Selecting setup opens a

menu that enables the

UnitiLite to be selected

for control. Touch the

appropriate UnitiLite as identified by its network address or

device name; Uniti-C1C3 and 192.168.001.065 respectively

in the illustration above.

Note: The UnitiLite network address and device name can

be found in its Factory Settings setup menu.

Note: The UnitiLite name can be changed from its setup

menu. Doing so can enable individual units in a multiple

installation to be identified more easily.

3.9 The n-Stream Control App

The n-Stream control application is available from the

iTunes App Store. n-Stream is compatible with iPad, iPhone

and iPod touch models running iOS software Version 3.1.3

or later.

The setup menu enables the following options to be

configured:

Auto connection: Select ON for automatic

connection to the UnitiLite

whenever the n-Stream app is

running.

Stay connected: If OFF is selected, the n-Stream

app will “sleep” following a preset

period of inactivity. Selecting

ON will force n-Stream to remain

continuously active.

Note: Continuous connection of n-Stream may result in

your iPad, iPhone or iPod battery draining.

Set Weekday Alarm: Enables a weekday alarm to be

enabled and its time set.

Set Weekend Alarm: Enables a weekend alarm to be

enabled and its time set.

Clear Image Cache: Deletes album artwork images

stored by the n-Stream app.

Use Hi-Fi Language: Select ON for the n-Stream app

to reflect the selected UnitiLite

display language. If NO is selected

the n-Stream app will display in

the default iPad, iPhone or iPod

language.

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3.9.2 Using n-Stream

The n-Stream app is based on

three main screens. The Inputs

screen, the Playing screen

and the Library screen. These

screens are selected by

touching the icons at the top

of the display.

The Inputs screen enables

selection of UnitiLite inputs.

Input names reflect those

specified in the UnitiLite input

setup menus (See Section

4.3).

The Playing screen displays

the currently playing item

and provides appropriate

transport controls. When

a Radio station is playing

an icon is also provided to

open a preset station menu

through which presets can be

either stored or recalled.

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 UnitiLite input.

The adjacent illustration

shows Allegro Media Server

is available to the UnitiLite

UPnP™ input.

Note: Allegro Media Server

is an application that makes

iTunes songs and playlists

available to UPnP™ players.

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UnitiLite Setup

4 UnitiLite Setup

Once UnitiLite is installed with mains power, speakers, a radio aerial and any external input connections made, it can be switched on and set up for use.

The degree to which you modify UnitiLite’s default settings will depend upon the uses to which you put it and the extent to which you use its capabilities. It may be that you have no need to modify the default settings at all, however we would encourage you to read this section of the manual in order that you gain a full understanding of UnitiLite’s abilities. The following paragraphs describe each UnitiLite setup menu in turn starting with the setup home menu.

Enter UnitiLite setup mode by pressing the handset setup ( ) key. Navigate around the setup menus using the handset arrow keys and make selections using the ok/list key. Exit setup by pressing the exit key.

4.1 The Setup Home Menu

The UnitiLite setup home menu

provides access to nine setup

menus. The function of each

menu is as follows:

Language: Enables the

UnitiLite user

interface language to be changed.

Inputs: Enables various parameters for each

internal and external input to be

configured.

Speakers: Configures UnitiLite speaker output

options.

Headphones: Configures UnitiLite headphone output

options.

Network: Configures UnitiLite network connection

settings.

Front Display: Configures UnitiLite display features.

Clock & Alarm: Configures the clock and alarm.

Handset Keys: Enables UnitiLite inputs to be assigned to

specific handset keys. Also enables

configuration of the handset navigation (3456) keys.

Factory Settings: Enables interrogation of UnitiLite status,

deletion of all user presets and return to

factory default settings.

Each of the nine setup menus is described in detail in the following sections. Use the handset up (5) and down (6)

and ok/list keys to select a setup menu.

Uniti Setup 1/9

4Language Inputs Speakers Headphones

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 enables

a variety of parameters to be

specified for each UnitiLite

internal source and external

input. These parameters define

how control of UnitiLite inputs

behaves. The options available

for each are described in

the following sections. Three

parameters are common to all

inputs:

Enabled: Switches the input on or

off and displays or hides any associated menus.

Name: Enables user specified names to be attached to

inputs. Use the handset to enter text.

Input Trim: Enables the relative level of each input to

be adjusted so that each is of an approximately equal volume. Adjust using using handset 6or 5 key.

4.3.1 CD Input

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No

Name: User definable

Input Trim: ±10dB

Auto Play: Yes / No. If Yes

is specified play will start automatically

when a disc is loaded.

Select Input 1/16

4CD FM DAB iRadio

CD 1/5

4Enabled: Yes Name: CD Input Trim: 0 Auto Select: Yes

CD 4/4

 Enabled: Yes Name: CD Input Trim: 0 4Auto Play: Yes

4.2 The Language Menu

The Language setup menu

enables the UnitiLite user

interface language to be

changed. Enter setup mode

and use the handset ok/list key

to select Language. Use the

Language 1/6

4English Français Deutsch Italiano

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4.3.2 FM Input

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No Name: User definable Input Trim: ±10dB

FM 4/4

Enabled: Yes Name: FM Input Trim: 0 4Seek Lock: Medium

Seek Lock: Low / Medium /

High. Sets the FM signal strength required for the UnitiLite tuner to identify an FM station.

4.3.3 DAB Input

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No Name: User definable Input Trim: ±10dB

DAB 4/4

Enabled: Yes Name: DAB Input Trim: 0 4Re-Scan Stations

Re-scan Stations: Re-scans for DAB

stations.

Note: The UnitiLite DAB input is not implemented in units

distributed in territories where Digital Audio Broadcasting is unavailable.

4.3.4 iRadio Input

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No Name: User definable Input Trim: ±10dB

iRadio 4/5

Enabled: Yes Name: iRadio Input Trim: 0 4Auto Disconnect: Never

Auto Disconnect: Select time.

Auto-disconnect is provided so that internet data usage limits are not inadvertently exceeded by a UnitiLite left connected to internet radio.

Browse History: Yes / No. If Yes is specified UnitiLite

will display the last used station if it is available when list mode is selected. If

No is specified UnitiLite will display the top

station selection menu.

4.3.5 UPnP™ (Network) Input

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No Name: User definable Input Trim: ±10dB

UPnP 3/4

Enabled: Yes Name: UPnP 4Input Trim: 0 Server History Yes

Server History: Yes / No. If Yes

is specified UnitiLite will remember the last used folder if the UPnP™ server is still available. If No is specified UnitiLite will display the full list of available servers.

4.3.6 USB/iPod Input

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No Name: User definable Input Trim: ±10dB

USB/iPod 4/5

Enabled: Yes Name: USB Input Trim: 0 4Folder History: No

Folder History: Yes / No. If Yes

is specified UnitiLite will automatically display the last used folder on the USB device. If No is specified the top level

folder of the device will be displayed.

iPod Charging: Always / Never. iPod (and/or iPhone)

battery charging always takes place

when the iPod is connected or never

takes place.

Note: The non-charging option is provided because there

is a small reduction in iPod or iPhone sound quality when

simultaneously charging and playing. This means however

that an iPod or iPhone can potentially run out of power

while playing.

4.3.7 Front Panel Input

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No

Name: User definable

Input Trim: ±10dB

Front 4/4

Enabled: Yes Name: Front Input Trim: 0 4Format: Auto

Format: Auto / Analogue

/ Digital. If Auto is specified the front

panel input will automatically detect the

audio signal format (analogue or digital)

and configure the input appropriately.

Specifying Analogue or Digital will fix the

front panel input format.

4.3.8 Other Inputs

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No

Name: User definable

Input Trim: ±10dB

Analogue 1 1/4

4Enabled: Yes Name: Analogue 1 Input Trim: 0 AV Fixed Volume No

AV Fixed Volume: Yes / No

If No is selected the input will behave

normally. If Yes is selected the input

will operate at a fixed volume and the

UnitiLite volume control will be disabled.

This enables UnitiLite to be used in multi-

channel AV systems with volume control

handled by the AV processor. Take care

when selecting AV Fixed Volume.

Note: AV fixed volume is only available on RCA phono

analogue inputs.

4.4 The Speakers Menu

The Speakers setup menu

enables a variety of speaker

parameters to be adjusted.

The options are tabulated

and described in the following

sections:

Parameter Options

Amp Used: Internal Only / External / All Outputs Max. Volume: 0 to 100 (adjust using handset 6 or 5

keys)

Balance: -10 to + 10 (adjust using handset 6or 5

keys)

The Amp Used options specify use of the UnitiLite internal

power amplifier and enable or disable the preamplifier

output.

Speakers 1/3

4Amp Used: Internal Only Max. Volume: 100 Balance: 0

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Select Internal Only if no external amplifier is to be used.

The preamplifier output is disabled when Internal Only is

selected.

Select External if an external power amplifier is to be

used in place of the UnitiLite internal power amplifier. The

preamplifier output is enabled when External is selected.

Select All Outputs if an external power amplifier or

subwoofer is to be used in conjunction with the UnitiLite

internal power amplifier.

The speaker Max. Volume and Balance parameters specify

maximum allowed volume, and the channel balance

respectively.

4.5 The Headphones Menu

The Headphones setup menu

enables the Max. Volume

parameter to be specified:

Parameter Options

Max. Volume: 0 to 100 (adjust

using handset 6 or 5 keys)

Headphones 1/1

4Max. Volume: 100

4.6 The Network Settings Menu

The Network Settings menu

enables UnitiLite network

parameters to be customised

to suit the router and network.

The options are tabulated and

described in the following sections:

Parameter Options

Name: User definable (text entry)

Default: Lite-xxxx

Wireless: Not Used / Wireless Network Names

Status: Connected / No Signal / Login Failure /

Busy / Etc.

DHCP: Yes / No

MAC: Displays the UnitiLite MAC address

The Name parameter enables the UnitiLite’s default

network name to be changed.

The Wireless parameter enables a wireless network to be

chosen and joined. See Section 4.6.1 below for detailed

wireless set up notes.

Network Status displays the current network connection

status.

The DHCP parameter enables the UnitiLite network settings

to be modified. In most cases, specifying Yes and leaving

UnitiLite set to DHCP, will be the appropriate option.

See Section 4.6.2 below for notes on non-DHCP network

connection.

Note: Devices installed on a network have an IP address

through which they are identified by all the other items

on the network. DHCP is a set of rules that enable the

Network Settings 1/5

4Name: Lite-0131 Wireless: Not Used Status: Not Connected DHCP Yes

automatic allocation of addresses as items are connected

(or switched on while connected) to the network. UnitiLite

is set up by default to use DHCP.

Note: If UnitiLite is connected to the network both wirelessly

and via Ethernet (wired), the Ethernet connection will take

priority.

4.6.1 Wireless Network Connection Set Up

If the Wireless parameter is selected in the Network Settings menu the Select Network menu will display a list of the available networks. An option not to use a wireless connection is also provided. Use the handset up (5) or down (6) keys to scroll through the list and the ok/list key to select a network.

Note: UnitiLite is compatible with most commonly used

Wi-Fi standards. Routers that support 802.11b and 802.11g will work, however those with 802.11n compatibility are recommended for best results.

Note: As with any wireless network hardware, UnitiLite

connection reliability will be affected by both network router performance and Wi-Fi signal quality. To minimise the possibility of poor connection reliability, UnitiLite should be connected to network audio sources by no more than one wireless “leg”. Other “legs” necessary between UnitiLite and the network audio sources should be wired.

Note: UnitiLite cannot connect to a “hidden” wireless

network.

If the selected network is secure and requires a passphrase or access key to join, UnitiLite will display an alert message. Pressing the handset ok/list key will then open a text entry screen for entry of the passphrase or access key.

Use the handset numeric/text keys to enter the passphrase or access key taking care to ensure that the letter case is correct. Press the handset ok/list key when text entry is complete. In the illustration the passphrase is “flatfish”.

If the network is successfully joined UnitiLite will display a confirmation screen.

If an incorrect passphrase or access key is entered UnitiLite will display an alert message.

Note: As a security measure,

a router may also require the UnitiLite’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’.

Select Network 3/6

<Don’t Use Wireless> LingNet

4GreenNet  TomNet

Now enter your wireless passphrase or access key.

Press OK to continue

flatfish abc

flatfish

Press OK to confirm

Connected

Press OK To Finish

Can’t Login

Press OK To Re-Try

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The UnitiLite MAC address is shown in the ‘Factory settings > System Status’ page.

Note: The wireless passphrase/access key is created when

the wireless router is first set up and could be a word or a series of numbers and letters. If the passphrase/access key is not known, check on the router settings page or with the person who initially set up the router.

Note: If a router offers multiple security configurations,

UnitiLite will automatically offer only the most secure one.

Note: If WEP security is used the router should be set to

“auto” or “open” authentication.

If the selected network is insecure and requires no passphrase or access key to join, UnitiLite will display an alert message. Pressing the handset ok/list key will immediately connect UnitiLite to the network and display a confirmation screen.

Note: Wireless connection difficulties can sometimes

be resolved by changing the wireless connection

channel in the router settings.

4.6.2 Non-DHCP (Static) Network Connection

If DHCP is de-selected in the

Network Settings menu, five

further parameters will be

displayed.

Parameter Options

IP: User definable (numerical entry)

Default: 0.0.0.0

Mask: User definable (numerical entry)

Default: 0.0.0.0

Gateway (Gtwy): User definable (numerical entry)

Default: 0.0.0.0

DNS1: User definable (numerical entry)

Default: 0.0.0.0

DNS2: User definable (numerical entry)

Default: 0.0.0.0

These settings enable UnitiLite to connect to a network

using a fixed IP address. On selecting each one in turn,

numerical entry screens will be displayed that require

completion with the appropriate network IP address

settings. Consult your network router’s user documentation

for help with specifying fixed IP address settings.

This wireless network is insecure and requires no passphrase or access key.

Press OK To Connect

Network Settings 1/5

4IP: 192.168.0.80 Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gtwy: 192.168.0.1  DNS1: 192.168.0.1

4.7 The Front Display Menu

The Front Display setup menu

enables the behaviour of the

UnitiLite front panel display to

be modified. The options are

tabulated and described in the

following section:

Front Display 1/3

4Off During Mute: No Auto Off: 2 mins Clock When Off : Yes

Parameter Options

Off During Mute: Yes / No

Auto Off: Select time from list

Clock When Off: Yes / No

When Off During Mute is selected the front panel display

will switch off when mute is engaged. Auto Off defines the

length of time the display will remain switched on after

the last interface operation is carried out. Time periods of

between 10 seconds and 1 hour can be selected.

Note: If the display has been switched off using the

handset disp key this setting will take priority over the Auto

Off setting. The display will always switch on briefly when

control commands are received.

The Clock When Off settings enables the clock to remain

displayed when other display settings are switched off.

4.8 The Clock and Alarm Menu

The Clock & Alarm setup menu

enables the UnitiLite clock to be

set and alarms to be configured.

Selecting Set Weekday Alarm

or Set Weekend Alarm opens a

menu that offers the following

parameters and options:

Parameter Options

Enabled: Yes / No.

Selecting Yes

primes the

alarm. Selecting

No disables the

alarm.

Alarm Time: 07:00. Selecting the time opens a screen

that enables the alarm time to be set by using the remote navigation (56 3

Clock & Alarm 1/5

4Set Weekday Alarm  Set Weekend Alarm

Adjust Time Zone Resync Time From Net

Weekday Alarm 1/4

4Enabled: No  Alarm Time: 07:00

Input: Fluid Radio Volume: 30

4) and numeric keys.

Input: UnitiLite external inputs or radio presets

can be selected to become the alarm

audio source.

Note: The UnitiLite radio can only be used as an alarm

signal using stored radio presets.

Volume: 30. The alarm audio volume can be set

independently of the default UnitiLite volume using the remote handset up (5) and down (6) keys.

Weekday alarms operate on Mondays to Fridays. Weekend

alarms operate on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Note: The UnitiLite has no default alarm tone and can only

use its external inputs or radio presets as alarm signals. If

the use of an alarm is critical, it is important to be certain

that the alarm signal will be active when the alarm is set to

sound. This is especially relevant to internet radio stations

which may cease to broadcast unexpectedly.

Selecting Adjust Time Zone

enables the time zone within

which the UnitiLite is located to be set. The handset up (5) and down (6) keys are used to

select + or – with respect to GMT

(Greenwich Mean Time).

Note: The UnitiLite clock does not adjust automatically to

take account of localised “daylight saving” time changes.

Use the Adjust Time Zone function to advance or retard

the clock as appropriate.

Selecting Resync Time From Net enables the UnitiLite clock

to re-synchronise with its specified time server.

Note: The UnitiLite clock re-syncs with its internet time server

automatically every 24 hours. If it is unable to connect it

retries s every 30 minutes.

Selecting Advanced Setup enables an alternative internet

time server to be specified. Contact your local Naim

retailer for more information on selecting time servers.

Time Zone

±00:00

Now: 12:04 Mar 16th 2011

4.9 The Handset Keys Menu

The Handset Keys setup menu

enables the UnitiLite inputs

assigned to each handset input

selection key (Diagram 4.9.4) to

be changed, and the function

of the handset navigation keys

(Diagram 4.9.3) to be configured.

4.9.1 Navigation Key Functions

Selecting the Up/Down Actions

parameter from the Handset Keys

menu opens a further menu that

enables the selection from two modes of handset up (5) and

down (6) key function: Input and Off. If Input is selected

the keys will select inputs and if Off is selected the keys will

be disabled in respect of input selection.

Handset Keys 1/10

4Up/Down  Left/Right  CD

Radio

Up/Down Actions 1/2

4Input  Off



(4) keys will select the previous or next track. If List is

selected the keys will return UnitiLite to list mode, and if Off

is selected the keys will be disabled in respect of track or

list selection.

The options available for the

Radios input are Station, Preset,

List, and Off. If Station is selected

the left (3) and right (4) keys

will select the next or previous

station. If Preset is selected the

keys will select the previous or next stored station preset.

If List is selected the keys will return UnitiLite to list mode,

and if Off is selected the keys will be disabled in respect of

station or preset selection.

4.9.2 Input Key Assignments

Each handset input selection

key may have up to four inputs

assigned to it.

The default assignments are

shown in the following table:

Handset Key UnitiLite Inputs

Assigned

cd: CD

radio: FM, DAB, iRadio

pc: UPnP™

iPod: USB/iPod, Front

tv: Analogue 1, Digital 1

av: Analogue 2, Digital 2

hdd: Digital 3

aux: Digital 4

Beneath the Up/Down keys and

Left/Right keys parameters the

Handset Keys menu displays a

list of the eight handset input

keys. Selecting one of the keys

then displays a list of the four

existing assignments to that key (including unassigned).

To change an assignment, select the assignment number

to be altered and, from the subsequent menu, select the

desired input.

Left/Right Actions 1/4

4Station

Preset List Off

Handset Keys 4/10

Up/Down  Left/Right CD 4Radio

Inputs On:Radio 1/4

41. FM

2. DAB

3. iRadio

4. Unassigned



Selecting the Left/Right Actions

parameter from the Handset Keys

menu will open further menus

enabling the configuration of the left (3) and right (4) keys

independently for the CD, USB/

iPod, Radios and UPnP™ inputs.

The options available for the

USB/iPod, UPnP™ and CD inputs

are Track, List and Off. If Track is selected the left (3) and right

Left/Right 1/5

4CD Track USB Track Radios Station UPnP Track

Left/Right Actions 1/3

4Track

List Off

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preset store

mute

exit

vol +

vol -

list

@# abc def

ghi jkl mno

pqrs

del

input +

input -

tuv

wxyz

disp

preset store

mute

exit

radio

pc iPod

tv av

hdd aux

vol +

vol -

list

@# abc def

ghi jkl mno

pqrs

del

input +

input -

tuv

wxyz

disp

4.9.3 Handset Navigation Keys

The navigation (3456) keys are located around the

ok/list key.

4.9.4 Handset Input Selection Keys

The input selection keys (cd, radio, pc, iPod, tv, av, hdd,

aux) are located beneath the transport keys

( ).

4.10 The Factory Settings Menu

The Factory Settings setup menu

enables UnitiLite’s system status

information to be displayed,

handset commands to be

analysed, its radio presets to be

deleted and its default settings

to be restored. The options are tabulated and described

below:

Parameter Options

System Status: Select to display

Handset IR Mon.: Select to display

Clear All Presets: Yes / No

Reset All Settings: Warning displayed: Resetting to factory

defaults. You will lose ALL user settings.

Press front panel mute to continue.

Factory Settings 1/4

4System Status Handset IR Monitor Clear All Presets Reset All Settings

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Integrated Amplifier

5 UnitiLite Integrated Amplifier

UnitiLite incorporates a high performance integrated preamplifier and power amplifier based on established Naim design principles. The preamplifier is able to handle both analogue and digital audio signals and, in addition to UnitiLite’s internal CD player, multimode radio and network interface it has inputs for three external analogue and five external digital signals.

Using the UnitiLite amplifier is simply a matter of selecting the desired input and setting the listening volume level.

5.1 Selecting Inputs

Inputs can be selected by pressing the front panel input button, the handset up (5) and down (6) keys or one of

the handset input selection keys.

Note: The front panel input is automatically selected as

soon as a plug is inserted.

Pressing the front panel input button or handset up (5) and down (6) keys scrolls through and selects the inputs in

the following order:

CD, FM (radio), DAB (radio), iRadio, UPnP™ (Network

UPnP™), USB/iPod, Front (front panel analogue/digital),

Analogue 1, Analogue 2, Digital 1, Digital 2, Digital 3,

Digital 4.

Note: FM and DAB inputs are only available if the optional

FM/DAB tuner module is fitted.

Note: These are the default input names. They may be

altered within the UnitiLite set up menus. See Section 4.3.

Inputs can also be disabled so that they are hidden from

selection.

Pressing one of the handset input selection keys either

directly selects a single input or scrolls through a group

of inputs. For example, by default, pressing the CD input

selection key selects the CD input, while pressing the radio

input selection key scrolls through a group comprising the

FM, DAB and iRadio inputs.

Note: The default input selection key assignments may be

altered within the UnitiLite set up menus. See Section 4.9.2.

Selecting an input will route that input’s audio signal to the

UnitiLite outputs.

UnitiLite will momentarily display input names as they are

selected before displaying input specific information; CD

track or radio preset for example.

Note: In list or setup modes front panel volume control is

disabled. Volume can still be controlled using the handset

volume keys.

The mute function silences the UnitiLite speaker,

headphone and preamplifier outputs and is engaged or

disengaged by pressing the front panel mute button or

handset mute key. Mute is indicated by the display volume

icon flashing.

5.3 Amplifier Display

In normal operation the UnitiLite front panel display

primarily shows information relating to the selected input. It

will change temporarily to show amplifier adjustments such

as volume level and signal mute state as these are made.

5.4 Signal Outputs

In addition to its speaker outputs the UnitiLite integrated

amplifier provides provides a stereo preamplifier output,

and a headphone output.

The preamplifier output is designed to enable an upgrade

or additional Naim Audio power amplifier to be connected

to the UnitiLite preamplifier.

The UnitiLite headphone amplifier is able to drive

most commonly available headphones. Insertion of

a headphone plug will mute the UnitiLite speaker,

preamplifier and subwoofer outputs.

5.5 Amplifier Fault Warnings

In the unlikely event that the UnitiLite power amplifier is

overloaded, exceeds its normal operating temperature or

malfunctions, its output will mute and the display will show

a warning message.

If an input is not operational (for example, no USB memory

stick is attached) when selected, UnitiLite will display a

descriptive alert message.

5.2 Volume Control

UnitiLite volume control is achieved by using either the

front panel –vol and vol+ buttons or the handset vol–

and vol+ keys. The volume control affects the speaker,

headphone and preamplifier outputs.

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CD Player

6 UnitiLite CD Player

The UnitiLite incorporate a fully featured CD player based on custom Naim transport control software and high performance digital and analogue electronics. Select the CD input to begin using the CD player.

6.1 Disc Loading

To open the CD drawer press the remote handset or front

panel stop button with the CD input selected. Press stop

again to close the drawer. To both close the drawer and

play the CD, press the remote handset or front panel play

button. To open the drawer while a CD is playing press stop

twice.

If Auto Play is specified in the CD setup menu (see Section

4.3.1) playback will begin to from track one immediately

after a CD is loaded.

Note: UnitiLite will automatically read the disc index when

the CD drawer is closed.

6.2 CD Transport Control

CD transport (play, stop, etc.)

can be controlled from either

the front panel transport buttons

- play, prev, next stop - or from

the remote handset transport

keys ( ).

Note: To engage or disengage pause using the front panel

controls press play.

42 CD

44:47

12 Track CD

6.3 CD Display and Track Selection

When a CD is loaded UnitiLite will

display its total playing time and

number of tracks.

If CD auto play is engaged

the CD will begin playing

immediately. During play the

display will show the track number and its elapsed time.

The stop icon at the top of the display will change to a

play icon.

In either play or stop mode CD tracks may be selected

either by using the front panel prev and next buttons or the

handset prev and next keys. Tracks may also be selected

by entering the track numbers using the handset numeric/

text keys.

To repeat an entire CD (or programmed running order)

press the handset repeat ( ) key. To shuffle (randomise)

track order press the handset shuffle ( ) key.

Pressing the front panel or

handset ok/list key will switch the

display to list mode where the CD

tracks and their individual running

times are listed. Tracks can be

42 CD

01 01:32

CD Play List

Program... 41 6:42 2 4:20 3 3:56

selected to play by scrolling up and down the list using the handset up (5) and down (6) keys and pressing the

ok/list key. Above the track list in the display is a Program

command. Select Program to alter the CD running order

and to suppress or repeat tracks.

6.4 CD Track Playlist Programming

Selecting Program from a CD

track list opens the Modify

Program menu. Selecting New -

All tracks creates a track playlist

containing all the tracks on the

currently loaded CD and opens

the Program menu. Selecting

New - No tracks creates an empty playlist and opens the

Select to Add menu. Edit and Clear are only displayed

if there is an existing playlist. Edit opens the Edit Program

menu while Clear deletes the existing playlist.

Note: If the desired playlist contains the majority of the

tracks on the CD select “New - All tracks” and delete

the unwanted tracks. Alternatively, if the desired playlist

has just a couple of tracks from the CD select “New - No

tracks” and add the desired tracks.

Note: CD play will stop if the Modify Program menu is

selected while play is underway.

The Program menu displays a

list of track numbers in the left

hand column and their individual

running times in the right hand

column. The order of the track

numbers, top to bottom, reflects

the order in which they will play.

If the menu has opened as a

result of selecting New - All

Tracks the columns will reflect the

track sequence of the currently

loaded CD. If it has opened as

a result of selecting New - No

Tracks only Select to Add will be displayed.

To delete CD tracks after

selecting New - All Tracks, use the handset up (5) and down (6) keys to scroll to the first track

to be deleted (track 3 in the

Program menu illustration) and

press the ok/list key. The Edit

Program menu will open to confirm the deletion.

Modify Program 1/4

4New - All Tracks New - No Tracks Edit Clear

Program [56:22] 3/8

1 02:34 2 04:20 43 03:17 4 07:21

Program [00:00] 1/1

4Select to Add

Edit Program 1/1

4Delete Track 3

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Once a playlist has been created, the Edit and Clear

options become available in the Modify Program menu.

Change and Insert options also become available in the

Edit Program menu:

Delete Track X: Select and press ok/list to delete the

selected track from the playlist.

Change Track X: Select and press ok/list to change a

track.

Insert New Track: Select and press ok/list to insert a track.

Selecting either Change Track

or Insert New Track opens a

window displaying the selected

track number. Use the handset

numeric/text keys or up (5) and down (6) keys followed by the

ok/list key to change the track number and confirm the

change or insertion.

Note: CD playlists cannot contain duplicate tracks.

Change Track

Press OK To Continue

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Multi-mode Radio Tuner

7 UnitiLite Multi-mode Radio Tuner

UnitiLite optionally incorporates an multi-mode radio tuner able to receive FM and DAB transmissions. FM and DAB operation requires an appropriate aerial to be connected to the rear panel aerial input. Internet radio requires only that UnitiLite to be connected to a broadband internet service via a network router that incorporates an appropriate firewall. UnitiLite is able to store a total of forty station presets (favourites) across all three tuner modes. Select the FM, DAB or iRadio input to begin.

7.1 FM Tuner – Seeking Stations

To find FM stations press the

handset prev ( ) or next ( ) keys

and 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 the

display indicates a stereo signal.

Note: The signal strength lock threshold may be altered

within the UnitiLite set up menus. See Section 4.3.2.

If stations are RDS enabled their names, rather than just

their frequencies, will be displayed. Pressing the handset

info ( ) key will sequentially display any station info

broadcast, station genres if defined and station frequency.

If stations are not RDS enabled, the info key will display only

the station frequency.

When the scan stops at a station either press the prev ( )

or next ( ) key again to ignore the station and continue

the scan or store the station as a preset favourite by

pressing the handset store key.

Pressing the handset ok/list key displays an FM options

menu that enables mono mode to be selected. Mono

operation can sometimes be useful to reduce noise and

interference.

BBC R4

92.9MHz

7.2 DAB Tuner – Seeking Stations

When the UnitiLite DAB Radio

input is first selected it must scan

for stations. Select the DAB input

and press the handset ok/list

key to begin the search. Scan

progress and the number of

stations found will be displayed.

When the scan is complete

UnitiLite will order the stations

alphabetically and select the first

station in the list.

DAB stations can be selected

either alphabetically in turn by pressing the handset

prev ( ) or next ( ) keys, or selected in list mode by

pressing the ok/list key and browsing the station list. Use the handset up (5) or down (6) keys to scroll through the

list and the ok/list key to select a station. In long lists the

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handset numeric/text keys can be used to jump through

the list alphabetically.

Once a station is selected, pressing the handset info

( ) key will sequentially display the station genre, signal

strength, bit rate and any station info broadcast.

7.3 iRadio Tuner – Seeking Stations

When UnitiLite is connected to a

network with high speed internet

access it will automatically

download a list of available

internet radio stations. When

the iRadio input is subsequently

selected, a list mode menu will

be displayed that shows all the available stations sorted

by location, genre, podcast location, podcast genre,

new station and most popular stations. The display will automatically enter list mode so the handset up (5),

down (6), left (3) and ok/list keys can be used to browse

the menus and select stations. In long lists the handset

numeric/text keys can be used to jump through the list

alphabetically.

Once a station is selected the UnitiLite display will exit from

list mode and revert to normal mode. To re-enter list mode

for further list browsing and selecting press the handset ok/

list key.

Pressing the handset info ( ) key while a station is playing

will sequentially display the station (stream) name,

elapsed time, stream info, buffer level and any station info

broadcast.

Note: Buffer level indicates the quantity of stored data

within UnitiLite and reflects the ability of the network to

provide data at the necessary rate.

It is possible for an internet radio

station listed to be “off-line” and

be unavailable when selected. If

this occurs an alert message will

be displayed.

Note: If UnitiLite is left muted for

more than five minutes while an internet radio station is

selected the data stream will be stopped in order to save

network bandwidth. The stream will re-start as soon as

mute is disengaged.

Internet Radio 3/8

Added Stations Naim’s Choice 4Location Genre

Can’t Play

Station unavailable

iRAD

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Multi-mode Radio Tuner

7.4 Adding iRadio Stations

The Naim Radio Guide web site enables iRadio stations

not included in the standard UnitiLite list to be added for

download to your UnitiLite. To access the web site and add

stations follow the steps below.

• Withacomputerconnectedtothesamenetworkas

the UnitiLite, browse to http://naim.vtuner.com

• Entertheidentification(ID)ofyourUnitiLitewhere

requested on the web page. The ID is the unit’s

MAC address. This can be found via the following

UnitiLite menus: Setup > Factory Settings > System

Status > MAC.

Note: You can register a username and password so that

the MAC address is not required on any subsequent visit.

• ToaddstationsfollowtheMy Added Stations link and

provide the information required. Click on the arrow

to complete the procedure.

• TheaddedstationwillthenbevisibleontheNaim

Radio Guide home page.

• ToaccessthestationsfromtheUnitiLite,selectthe

iRadio input then select Added Stations.

7.6 Using Radio Presets

To select a preset press the

handset preset key to open the

Browse Presets menu. Scroll to the

desired preset and press the ok/

list key.

Note: The Browse Presets menu

displays presets stored across all three UnitiLite radio modes

(FM, DAB, iRadio). Selecting a preset from a radio mode

other than the one currently selected will automatically

switch UnitiLite to that mode.

Note: It is possible for an internet radio station stored

as a preset to be “off-line” and be unavailable when

subsequently selected. If this occurs an alert message will

be displayed.

Note: Pressing the preset key will display the preset list

regardless of the currently selected input.

Browse Presets 3/20

1 BBCR3 FM 2 BBCR4 FM 43 91.15MHz FM 4 BBC 6Mus DAB

7.5 Storing Radio Presets

When the handset store key is

pressed the display will show a

menu that enables confirmation

of the preset store and options to

rename or delete a stored preset.

Selecting the store option opens

a menu that enables the preset

to be stored in one of the forty

locations. Scroll to the desired

location and press the ok/list key.

Selecting Rename Preset

opens a menu that provides

the opportunity to rename a

previously stored station. Scroll

to the preset to be renamed

and press the ok/list key to

open a text entry screen. Use

the handset numeric/text keys

in text entry mode to select characters. Press the ok/list

key to save the new preset name. See Section 3.8 for a full

description of text entry.

Selecting Delete Preset opens a preset list menu. Scroll to

the desired preset and press the ok/list key.

Presets 1/3

4Store 91.15MHz Rename Preset Delete Preset

Store Station 1/40

41 Empty 2 Empty 3 Empty 4 Empty

Rename Preset 3/4

1 BBCR3 FM 2 BBCR4 FM 43 91.15MHz FM 4 BBCR1 FM

Note: Preset operations (store, rename or delete) are

not possible directly from list mode. The store key must

be pressed when in normal play mode to access these

options.

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UPnP™ Audio Interface

8 UnitiLite UPnP™ Audio Interface

In addition to providing the network connection required for internet radio playback, the UnitiLite network interface enables audio files stored on UPnP™ servers to be streamed and played. UnitiLite must be connected, either wirelessly or via Ethernet cabling, to a network router. If the router provides an internet connection it should incorporate a firewall. If UnitiLite is already connected to a network, begin by selecting the UPnP™ input.

8.1 UPnP™ Servers

UPnP™ servers incorporate a software application that

allows UnitiLite, or any other UPnP™ compatible player, to

play audio stored and streamed by another device on the

network. The UPnP™ server is usually a PC or Mac home

computer, although some Network Attached Storage

(NAS) drives incorporate a UPnP™ application.

Note: The Naim UnitiServe and HDX hard disk music players

can operate as UPnP™ servers.

Windows Media™ Player version 11 or above incorporates

built in UPnP™ support and a variety of third party UPnP™

applications are also available that are compatible with

both Windows and Macintosh operating systems.

In the case of the Windows UPnP™ server the following

steps must be taken before music can be streamed to

UnitiLite:

•EnsureWindowsMedia™Playerversion11oraboveis 

installed.

•EnableWindowsMedia™Playerfilesharing.Fromthe 

Media Player Options dialogue select Library > Configure

Sharing… then select Share my media.

•Ensurethefirewallisconfiguredtoallowfilesharing.

8.2 Audio File Compatibility

The audio files stored on the UPnP™ servers attached to

the network may be in MP3, M4A, ALAC, AAC, LPCM16/24,

FLAC, WMA, WAV, AIFF or Ogg Vorbis formats. Files must be

free of any digital rights management playback restrictions

such as the Apple iTunes FairPlay system.

8.3 Scanning Servers and Playing Files

When the UnitiLite UPnP™ input

is selected a list of available

UPnP™ servers on the network

will be displayed. The display will

automatically enter list mode so the handset up (5), down (6 )

and ok/list keys can be used to

browse and select the desired server.

UPnP 1/2

4Allegro Media Server NAS Disk

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

UnitiLite. To play a playlist it must reside on the UPnP™

server.

Selecting one of the playlist categories using the up (5),

down (6) and ok/list keys

will display a menu showing

items that fall into the selected

category. An entire category can be selected for playback by using the up (5), down (6)

keys followed by the play/pause ( ) key.

Alternatively, selecting a category using the up (5), down (6) keys followed by the ok/list key will display the full list

of tracks contained within the category. Tracks can then be selected for playback by using the up (5), down (6)

and ok/list keys.

In long lists the handset numeric/text keys can be used to

jump through the list alphabetically.

Once playback is underway the UnitiLite display will

exit from list mode and revert to normal mode where

the handset transport keys ( ) can be used

to control playback. To re-enter list mode for further list

browsing and selecting press the handset ok/list key.

During playback, pressing the handset info ( ) key will

sequentially display the server name, buffer level, track

elapsed time and stream (audio file) information.

Note: Buffer level indicates the quantity of stored data

within UnitiLite and reflects the ability of the network to

provide data at the necessary rate.

Playlists 1/12

90s Music Audiobooks

4Favourites  Party

Favourites 3/22

Ball and Chain Cycle Song

4Motel Lullaby  Vacant Chair

Note: Allegro Media Server

(shown in the illustrations) is a

UPnP™ Media Server application

that runs on Apple or Windows

PCs and provides access to

media files and iTunes library

contents from UPnP™ media

players such as UnitiLite.

Allegro Media Server 4/4

Albums Artists Genres 4Playlists

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USB/iPod Interface

9 UnitiLite USB/iPod Interface

UnitiLite can play audio files stored on USB memory sticks and Apple iPhone, iPod and iPod touch models connected to the front panel USB socket. Begin by inserting a memory stick or connecting an iPod to the USB socket and selecting USB/iPod input.

9.1 USB Media and File Compatibility

USB memory sticks must be in Windows/DOS format (FAT/

FAT32) to be used with UnitiLite. Macintosh formats are not

compatible.

UnitiLite can play audio files stored on USB Sticks in the

following formats: MP3, M4A, ALAC, AAC, LPCM16/24,

FLAC, WMA, WAV, AIFF or Ogg Vorbis. Files must be free of

digital rights management playback restrictions such as

the Apple iTunes FairPlay system.

9.2 iPod Compatibility and Charging

The UnitiLite USB audio interface is compatible with the

iPhone and iPod models illustrated in Section 1.5.

UnitiLite can play iPod or iPhone audio files in the following

formats: MP3, M4A, ALAC, AAC, WAV and AIFF.

The iPod battery will be charged by default while the iPod

is connected. iPod charging options can be changed in

the USB/iPod input setup menu. See Section 4.3.6.

9.3 Browsing and Playing USB Files

With a USB memory stick inserted

or an iPod connected and the

UnitiLite 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 stick or iPod can be safely connected

or disconnected at any time.

Selecting a folder will display the list of files contained

within and selecting a single file will begin playback.

Playback will continue through any list of files contained

within a folder. The order of play can be shuffled

(randomised) by pressing the handset shuffle ( ) key.

In long lists of items the handset numeric/text keys can be

used to jump through the list alphabetically.

Once playback is underway the UnitiLite display will

exit from list mode and revert to normal mode where

the handset transport keys ( ) can be used

to control playback. To re-enter list mode for further list

browsing and selection, press the handset ok/list key.

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During playback, pressing the handset info ( ) key will

alternately display data stream info and track elapsed

time.

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Specifications

10 UnitiLite Specifications

Audio Outputs: Speakers (L + R Naim speaker sockets)

Preamplifier (4-pin DIN)

Headphones (3.5mm stereo jack)

Preamp Output: 775mV

Preamp Output Load: 10kΩminimum

Frequency Response: 10Hz - 20 kHz ±0.1/0.5dB

Signal to Noise Ratio: 82dBA-WTDref1W8Ω

CD Phase Response: Linear phase, absolute phase correct

Power Output: 50WPCinto8Ω,75WPCinto4Ω

Antenna Input: F type

Analogue Inputs: 3.5mm front panel stereo jack, 2 x RCA pairs

Analogue Input Sensitivity: 275mV

Digital Inputs: 5 x S/PDIF (2 x optical TosLink, 2 x coaxial, 1 x front panel

3.5mm mini-TosLink)

Analogue Input Overload: 27dB (all inputs)

USB: Front panel socket. Power output: 1A maximum at 5V DC

Other Inputs: Ethernet

Remote Input: Rear panel, RC5

Upgrade Interface: Rear panel mini-USB

iRadio Service Provider: vTuner 5* full service

Audio Formats Supported: WAV and AIFF (up to 32bit/192kHz)

FLAC (up to 24bit/192kHz)

ALAC (up to 24bit/96kHz)

WMA (up to 16bit/48kHz) must be WMA 9.2

Ogg Vorbis (up to 16bit/48kHz)

MP3, M4a (up to 320kbit/s)

Playlists (M3U, PLS)

Internet radio: AAC, Windows Media™ formatted content,

MP3 streams, MMS, Ogg Vorbis

CD Compatibility: Red Book and CD-R

Supply Voltage: 100V, 115V or 230V, 50/60Hz

Quiescent Consumption: 20 Watts

Dimensions (H x W x D): 70 x 432 x 301mm

Weight: 7.7kg

Finish: Black

Naim Audio Limited, Southampton Road, Salisbury, England SP1 2LN

Tel: +44 (0)1722 426600 Fax: +44 (0)871 2301012 W: www.naimaudio.com

Part No. 12-001-0197 Iss. 1D