Overview

TheNP30isabletoreceiveandplaybackmediafromseveraldistincttypes ofsource.Herewehaveattemptedtogiveanoverviewofthevarioustypesof serviceavailableandtheterminologyyoumayencounter.

UuVol/UuVolRadio

UuVol is Cambridge Audio’s evolving platform for streaming clientdevices.

ItincorporatesamongstotherthingsUuVolRadioourInternetRadioservice checkedforbroadcastreliabilityandqualityandUuVol.comourwebsite/portal. The portal aspect of our website is the mechanism that allows transparent connection(andupdate)ofallUuVolenabledunitstothevariousservices. Thewebsiteisourvisiblepresenceatwww.UuVol.comwhichamongstother things allows you to also browse and play back the same stations from an internet connected PC and manage your presets and other preferences for yourUuVolclientproducts.

You can also add stations to your units that are currently not in the UuVol database,suggestnewstationstousandmore.Therearealsolinksandhelp for setting up third-party Streaming Services from a wide variety of other suppliers. Other UuVol features will be launched in the future, check the websitefromtimetotimetoseethelatestdevelopments.

StreamingServices

Streaming Services are similar to Internet Radio but come from

othersuppliersandoftenhaveanelementofinteractionwiththe user.BecauseStreamingServicesgenerallyallowtheusersomechoiceover the content they listen to, they are also licensed differently to iRadio by the music companies and often each service only has arrangements in certain countriesandmayalsochargeasubscriptionformembership.

Examples of such services are Last.FM, Pandora, Rhapsody, Napster and others. All allow some control of the content from 'play me something that soundslikeU2'totheabilitytoselectandplaywholealbumsofyourchoice. Somealsooffertheabilitytodownloadcontentforuseoff-lineaswell.

TheNP30supportsmanyoftheseservices,navigatetoStreamingServiceson the unit for a list or even better check out our portal at UuVol.com for more detailsofwhichservicesareavailableinyourarea,whattheydoandhowto sign up. These services come from third parties and although we support connectionstothemtheydonotcomefromusandwearenotresponsiblefor theirserviceinanyway.Youraccountwillbewiththeservice,wearemerely actingasaportaltomaketheconnectionsimplerandmoreconvenientplus wesupportthecorrectsoftwareonourunittoallowplaybackandbrowsingof theircontent.

NetworkMedia

TheNP30supportsawiderangeofcompressedformats;MP3, AAC,WMAandOggVorbisCODECtypesareallsupported, plus for true audiophile use it also supports either uncompressed

PCM (in a WAV container) or losslessly compressed FLAC, both can contain from16bits44.1kHzfromCDsrightupto24bit/96kHzforbetterthanCD qualityfromsuitabledownloadsites.

ForthistoworkyourserverwillalsoneedtosupporttheCODECyouwish toplayassomehavelimitationsandmaynotserveFLACforinstance.Always checkthattheserveryouwishtousealsosupportsyourfavouredCODECs. Also for lossless/uncompressed formats both the server and network connectionwillneedtosustainthehighbitratenecessary.

ItisnotrecommendedtouseWi-Ficonnectionsforcontentabove16bits 44.1/48kHziflossless/uncompressed.

LocalMedia

TheNP30alsosupportslocalmediafromUSBFlash-disksorUSBhard-drives and has two USB1.1 ports for this purpose. Here the NP30 simply browses the folders present on the media attached and displays them. Only content thattheNP30canplaywillbeshown.Thisfeatureisprovidedforconvenient accesstotemporarystoragedevices.

It is however highly recommended that UPnP is used for continued use of storedmediaastheUPnPsystemisabletosupportalbumart,sophisticated content browsing and ﬁltering and other features not possible with simple folderbrowsing.

CurrentlyonlytheFAT32ﬁlesystemissupported.

Podcasts

Podcasts are archived audio recordings downloadable over the internet.Oftenpodcastsarerecordingsofpreviouslivebroadcasts orepisodiccontent.

TheNP30supportsvariousthirdpartypodcastservices,navigatetoPodcasts on the unit for the list available in your area. In addition the NP30 supports yourownpersonalchoiceofpodcastswhereyouknowitsURL(weblink)viathe UuVolportal,seelatersection.

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Networkconnections

BeforeyoucanuseyourNP30foriRadio/Streamingyoumusthavethefollowing:

•A broadband internet connection (such as ADSL) to a suitable internet serviceprovider(ISP).

•A network connection either wirelessly via 802.11b/g or n Wi-Fi or wired Ethernetconnection(10or100Mbits/secviaanRJ45connection).

Note:Ifyouwishtoplay24/48or24/96contentfromaUPnPserver,awired Ethernet connection will be required as the high data rate of these ﬁles is beyondmostWi-Finetworkscapability.

Inmanycasesthebroadbandmodem,routerandwirelessaccesspointwillbe a single combined unit supplied by your Internet Service Provider or bought fromacomputerstore.

IfyourwirelessnetworkisconﬁguredtouseWiredEquivalentPrivacy(WEP)orWi- FiProtectedAccess(WPA)dataencryptionthenyouwillneedtoknowyourWEP orWPAkeysoyoucangettheNP30tocommunicatewiththenetwork.

IMPORTANT:

Beforeyoucontinue,makesurethatyourwirelessaccesspointorrouteris powered up and working with your broadband internet service (use your computertoverifythis).Togetthispartofthesystemworkingyoumustread theinstructionssuppliedwiththewirelessaccesspointorrouter.

TheNP30canbeconﬁguredtoconnecttoaWiredorWirelessnetworkorhas a (default) Auto setting. In Auto the NP30 looks for a each connection type and selects whichever is present. You can also force the unit to one or the otherconnectiontype,seelaterSettingssection.

Connectingtoawirednetwork

Plug one end of a network cable (Category 5/5E straight through Ethernet cable)intotheLANportonthebackoftheunit.

Internet

Ethernetcable

BroadbandRouter/Modem

Note:OnlyconnecttheLANportoftheplayertoanEthernetportthatsupports 10BASE-Tor100BASE-TX.Connectingtoanyotherportsorjacks,suchasa phonejack,candamagetheunit

TheNP30shouldautomaticallyconnecttoyournetworkasbelowviaDHCP; thismeansitwillbegivenanIPaddressbyyourrouterautomatically.

NP30 specifications

The Cambridge Audio NP30 is a network music player that exemplifies the brand's commitment to delivering high-quality audio and a seamless user experience. Designed to connect directly to a variety of streaming services and local libraries, the NP30 bridges the gap between traditional audio systems and modern digital music consumption.

One of the key features of the NP30 is its ability to access high-resolution audio files, supporting a wide range of formats, including FLAC, WAV, and MP3, along with streaming services such as Spotify and Tidal. This compatibility ensures that users can enjoy their favorite tracks in the best possible quality. The NP30 supports playback of music files up to 24-bit/192kHz, allowing audiophiles to experience their music with stunning clarity and detail.

The NP30 incorporates Cambridge Audio’s StreamMagic technology, which enables effortless integration with various streaming services and DLNA-compatible devices. This innovation allows users to stream music directly from their smartphones, tablets, or computers, making it easy to access personal libraries and online content. Moreover, with built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, users can easily connect the NP30 to their home networks without the need for cumbersome cabling.

Another standout characteristic of the NP30 is its intuitive user interface, accessible via a well-designed remote control and a dedicated app compatible with iOS and Android devices. The app simplifies music navigation, playlist creation, and device settings, providing a user-friendly experience. The NP30 supports multi-room audio setups, enabling users to synchronize playback across multiple rooms or play different tracks in different spaces, contributing to a more immersive listening experience.

The NP30 is distinguished by its elegant design, featuring a minimalist aesthetic with a sturdy chassis that not only adds to its visual appeal but also helps reduce interference and resonance. The high-quality components used in its construction ensure durability and longevity while providing exceptional sound reproduction.

In conclusion, the Cambridge Audio NP30 is a versatile and robust network music player that caters to the modern listener's needs. With its support for high-resolution audio, seamless streaming capabilities, user-friendly interface, and beautiful design, the NP30 stands as a reliable choice for anyone looking to enhance their music listening experience in today's digital age. Whether you're streaming from a network library or enjoying your favorite playlist, the NP30 delivers on the promise of high-quality sound and connectivity.