Naim Audio UnitiQute 2 User Manual

R E F E R E N C E M A N U A L

U N I T I Q U T E 2 A L L - I N - O N E A U D I O P L A Y E R

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Contents

Section		Page	5	UnitiQute 2 Integrated Amplifier	15
	Contents		5.1	Selecting Inputs	15
1	UnitiQute 2 Introduction	1	5.2	Volume Control	15
1.1	The Integrated Amplifier	1	5.3	Amplifier Display	15
1.2	The Multi-mode Radio	1	5.4	Signal Outputs	15
1.3	The UPnP™ Audio Interface	1	5.5	Amplifier Fault Warnings	15
1.4	The USB/iPod Interface	1
			6	UnitiQute 2 Multi-mode Radio Tuner	16
2	UnitiQute 2 Installation and Connection	2	6.1	FM Tuner – Seeking Stations	16
2.1	UnitiQute 2 Rear Panel	2	6.2	DAB Tuner – Seeking Stations	16
2.2	Mains Power Connection	2	6.3	iRadio Tuner – Seeking Stations	16
2.3	FM/DAB Aerial Connection	2	6.4	Adding iRadio Stations	17
2.4	Audio Signal Connections	2	6.5	Storing Radio Presets	17
2.5	Speaker Outputs	3	6.6	Using Radio Presets	17
2.6	Headphone Output	3
2.7	Signal Ground Switch	3	7	UnitiQute 2 UPnP™ Audio Interface	18
2.8	USB/iPod Interface	3	7.1	UPnP™ Servers	18
2.9	Network Connections	3	7.2	Audio File Compatibility	18
2.10	USB Update Socket	4	7.3	Scanning Servers and Playing Files	18
3	UnitiQute 2 Operation	5	8	UnitiQute 2 USB/iPod Interface	19

3.1	Front Panel Features	5
3.2	Front Panel Display (normal play mode)	5
3.3	Front Panel Display (list mode)	6
3.4	Front Panel Display (setup mode)	6
3.5	UnitiQute 2 Remote Handset	7
3.6	UnitiQute 2 Text Entry	8
3.7	The n-Stream Control App	8
4	UnitiQute 2 Setup	9
4.1	The Setup Home Menu	9
4.2	The Language Menu	9
4.3	The Inputs Menu	9
4.4	The Speakers Menu	10
4.5	The Headphones Menu	11
4.6	The Network Settings Menu	11
4.7	The Digital Output Menu	12
4.8	The Front Display Menu	12
4.9	The Clock and Alarm Menu	13
4.10	The Handset Keys Menu	13
4.11	The Factory Settings Menu	14

8.1	USB Media and File Compatibility	19
8.2	iPod Compatibility and Charging	19
8.3	Browsing and Playing USB Files	19
9	UnitiQute 2 Specifications	20

Note: This manual is issue No. 3 and describes the operation of units running software release version 3.20.00. Units running earlier software will not operate fully in the manner described in this manual. The software running in a UnitiQute 2 is displayed in the Factory Settings menu.

“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.

Windows Media™ is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. UPnP™ is a trademark of the UPnP™ Forum.

UnitiQute 2 Introduction

1 UnitiQute 2 Introduction

UnitiQute 2 is a highly capable product that will repay time and effort spent on installation and setup. We strongly recommend that you read this manual. UnitiQute 2 effectively incorporates four separate elements. Each of these is introduced in the following paragraphs and subsequently described in full detail in Sections 5 to 8. The UnitiQute 2

elements are:
An Integrated Stereo Amplifier	Introduced below and fully described in Section 5
A Multi-mode Radio	Introduced below and fully described in Section 6
A UPnP™ Audio Interface	Introduced below and fully described in Section 7
A USB/iPod Interface	Introduced below and fully described in Section 8

Prior to the sections describing the UnitiQute 2 elements, Section 2 covers its installation and connection, Section 3 describes its operation and Section 4 describes its setup.

1.1 The Integrated Amplifier

1.1.1 Inputs

UnitiQute 2 incorporates an audio preamplifier that provides two analogue and four S/PDIF digital audio external inputs. The preamplifier also accepts internal inputs from the UnitiQute 2 integrated FM/DAB tuner.

In addition to conventional analogue and digital input signals, the UnitiQute 2 preamplifier can accommodate the following external peripheral inputs:

The UnitiQute 2 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.

1.3 The UPnP™ Audio Interface

UnitiQute 2 can connect to a home network and play audio files stored on UPnP™ servers.

•iPod and USB storage 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 UnitiQute 2 preamplifier provides the following signal outputs:

•An S/PDIF digital audio output

(pre volume/balance control).

•A preamplifier output (post volume/balance control).

•A headphone output (post volume/balance

1.1.3 Speaker Outputs

UnitiQute 2 incorporates a stereo power amplifier rated at 30 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms. The power amplifier designed to drive one pair of speakers via the sockets the UnitiQute 2 rear panel.

1.2 The Multi-mode Radio

The UnitiQute 2 multi-mode radio combines an FM/DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) tuner and an internet radio (iRadio) player. A total of 40 radio stations across all modes can be stored as presets. In FM and DAB mode stations are tuned by UnitiQute 2 scanning the respective transmission bands. In iRadio mode UnitiQute 2 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.

1.4 The USB/iPod Interface

UnitiQute 2 incorporates a front panel USB interface socket that enables audio files stored on USB memory sticks and Apple iPod models to be selected and played. UnitiQute 2 is Apple compatible with the iPod and iPhone models

below.

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2 UnitiQute 2 Installation and Connection

UnitiQute 2 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. UnitiQute 2 has no standby mode and is intended to be left switched on.

Connecting UnitiQute 2 to mains power and to a variety of audio peripherals and sources is described in the following paragraphs. Diagram 2.1 illustrates the UnitiQute 2 rear panel connection sockets.

2.1 UnitiQute 2 Rear Panel

wireless network (Wi-Fi)

power

digital

analogue

digital inputs

antenna socket

DAB/FM aerial

switch

output

input

1 & 3 (coaxial)

socket

	left		preamp	digital
mains input	speaker	right	signal output	inputs 2 & 4	network	USB Update
and fuse		speaker	ground switch	(optical)	socket	socket

2.2 Mains Power Connection

Connect UnitiQute 2 to a mains power socket using either the mains cable supplied or a Naim Power-Line.

2.3 FM/DAB Aerial Connection

In order to enable high quality FM and DAB radio, UnitiQute 2 requires a, strong, interference-free radio signal. Its rear panel FM/DAB Aerial socket must 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.

2.4 Audio Signal Connections

2.4.1 Audio Signal Inputs

UnitiQute 2 provides one USB input socket, two 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 type:

Input	Type	Socket
rear panel	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)
USB	Digital	USB Type A

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 UnitiQute 2 inputs.

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2.4.2 Audio Signal Outputs

UnitiQute 2 provides audio signal outputs for a variety of applications. Connections to the outputs are made via the socket types listed in the following table:

Output	Type	Socket
Digital	Digital S/PDIF	75Ω BNC
Preamplifier	Analogue stereo	RCA phono

Note: The digital output is intended for connection to a digital to analogue converter or preamplifier incorporating digital inputs so that UnitiQute 2 can be used as a digital source device for an existing system. The output can be switched on and off from a setup menu. See Section 4.7. External analogue inputs to UnitiQute 2 are not available from the digital output.

Note: The digital output is taken before the UnitiQute 2 volume and balance controls so the output signal will not reflect UnitiQute 2 volume and balance control or mute function. The output always reflects the selected digital input signal.

Note: The preamplifier output is taken after the UnitiQute 2 volume and balance controls so peripheral equipment connected to it will respond to UnitiQute 2 volume and balance control changes. The output always reflects the selected input signal.

2.5 Speaker Outputs

A set of stereo speaker connection sockets is provided on the UnitiQute 2 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

UnitiQute 2 is fitted on its front panel with a 3.5mm stereo headphone socket. Insertion of a headphone plug will mute the speaker and preamplifier outputs.

Note: UnitiQute 2 controls and stores volume settings separately for headphones and speakers.

2.7 Signal Ground Switch

UnitiQute 2 is fitted on its rear panel with a Signal Ground switch offering two positions: Chassis or Floating. Select the Chassis position unless UnitiQute 2 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. The UnitiQute 2 digital inputs and output are isolated from the mains earth regardless of the Signal Ground switch.

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.

Note: The UnitiQute 2 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

UnitiQute 2 is fitted with a front panel USB interface intended for the connection of Apple iPod models and USB memory sticks carrying audio files. The USB interface should not be used for any other purpose.

Depending on the setup options chosen (see Section 4.3.5), iPod batteries will be charged when connected to the USB interface.

2.9 Network Connections

2.9.1 Wired Network Connection

UnitiQute 2 is fitted on its rear panel with a standard RJ45 Ethernet socket. This socket enables UnitiQute 2 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.

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.

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2.9.2 Wireless Network Connection

If UnitiQute 2 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 UnitiQute 2 is able to connect to the network. See Section 4.6.1 of this manual.

2.9.3 Network Settings

UnitiQute 2 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 UnitiQute 2 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 UnitiQute 2. 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 4.11.

Note: A UnitiQute 2 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 UnitiQute 2 off, connect the network and switch it on again.

Note: For internet radio to operate UnitiQute 2 requires connection to a broadband internet service via a router/ modem with a built-in firewall.

2.10 USB Update Socket

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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3 UnitiQute 2 Operation

UnitiQute 2 is operated from the supplied remote handset. Setting up and operating UnitiQute 2 requires navigation through a menu-driven user interface. The general principles of the interface are carried across each of the UnitiQute 2 elements so this section of the manual describes and illustrates those general principles.

3.1 Front Panel Features

headphoneoutput

combined analogue and digital input

touchto mute/un-mute

3.2 Front Panel Display (normal play mode)

42 P1

iRAD

Fluid

Svarte Greiner - Erik K S

In normal play mode the UnitiQute 2 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 an iRadio station called Fluid playing programme by Svarte Greiner. The radio station has been saved as Preset 1.

At the top left of the screen volume level 42 is displayed along with a “speaker” icon that shows UnitiQute 2 is not muted.

USBinterface

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