Wired/Wirelessconnection

ItispossibletoconnectyourNP30toyournetworkviaanavailableEthernet connection(RJ45)orviaaWi-Firouter.BydefaulttheunitisinAUTOmode, eachtimeyouturntheunititlooksforthepresenceofawiredconnection,and triestousethis,ifnoneispresentoritcannotconnectitthentriestousethe wirelessconnectionandsoon.InAutomodeoncetheNP30hasestablished acertaintypeofconnectiontothenetwork,thenthistypeofconnectionwill remaininusewhiletheNP30ison.

YoucanalternativelyconfiguretheNP30topermanentlyonlyusethewiredor wireless connection From the NP30’s 'Network config' menu, select 'Wired/Wireless'.Thismenuwillpresentyouwiththreeoptions:'Auto','Wired Only'and'WirelessOnly'.

Selecting 'Wired Only' will cause the NP30 to reboot and then only use its Ethernetconnectiontocommunicatewiththenetwork.Selectingthe'Wireless Only'willcausetheNP30torebootandonlyuseitsWi-Ficonnection.Selecting the 'Auto' option means the NP30 will try both and settle on the one it can makeworkasdescribedabove.

Version

Thismenuitemdisplayssomehardware/softwareversionnumbersforyour NP30.Turntherotarydialtoscrollthroughthevariousitems.

TheServicePackisthecurrentlyloadedfirmwaresoftware.It’sagoodideato note this down if you need to contact our technical support people as they mayrequestit.

The Serial Number and Product Code are not normally required by the technicalsupportteam.

ThisSerialNumberisnotthesameasthephysicalserialnumberonthe backoftheproductitself.

UpgradeFirmware

UsethisoptiontodownloadnewfirmwarefortheNP30fromCambridgeAudio overtheInternet.

If you select this item the NP30 will contact our server and see if a newer version of software is available (‘Checking for updates’ will be shown in the display).

IfnewsoftwareisfoundtheNP30willpromptyouifyouwanttodownloadit or not. It is a good idea to update the firmware from time to time to take advantageofanybugfixesornewfeatures.Atthisstage,youcanpressthe NP30’s button to cancel the firmware upgrade. A Firmware upgrade may takeseveralminutes.

Note:

ItisveryimportantthatoncetheFirmwareupgradehasstartedyoudonot switchoffthepowertotheNP30untiltheoperationiscompleteotherwise theNP30maybecomepermanentlydamaged.

Alsodonotinterruptthenetworkorinternetconnectionbyremovingthe Ethernetleadorswitchingoffyourrouteretc.

Language

Allowsyoutochangethedisplaylanguageused.

Alistofthecurrentlysupportedlanguageswillbeshown.Selectyourpreferred oneandpressenter.

TheNP30willthenrestartinordertostartagaininthenewlanguage, thiswilltakeapproximately30seconds.

FactoryReset

Puts all the settings back to their defaults as they were when they left the factory.

TheNP30willaskyouifyouaresureyouwanttoproceedbeforeperforming areset.

Ifyouperformafactoryreset,youwillloseallyourpresetsandanysaved WEP/WPAkeysforyourwirelessnetworkconnection.

NP30

Register

 

ENGLISH

portalat www.Uuvol.com. First youwillneedto setup an accountonUuVol.

This will display a key that can be used to register your NP30 on the UuVol

 

Openwww.UuVol.comfromyourInternetbrowser.Seethesectionearlieron

 

UuVolregistration.

 

 

Notethegeneratedkeylastsforabout10minutes,ifyoudon’tuseitinthat

 

timeyouwillneedtoexitandre-enterthismenutogetanewkey.

 

UPnPName

 

 

ThismenuallowsthesettingofthedeclaredUPnPClientnameforyourNP30.

 

ThisisthenameotherUPnPdevices(suchascontrolpointsandremoteApps

 

etc.)willdisplaywhentheyseetheNP30.

 

The default name will be ‘NP30’ but can be changed to any name you can

 

easilyrecallsuchas‘DadsNP30’or‘Kitchen’etc.

 

WiFiStrength

 

 

DisplaysthestrengthofthereceivedWiFiSignal.

 

IfWiFihasbeenturnedoff(Ethernetmodeonly)thesignalstrengthwill

 

showas0%.

 

 

RemoteCode

 

 

TherearetwoOptions

 

 

Option1–isthedefaultandworkswiththeNP30remotecontrolwhenalso

 

initsdefaultmode.

 

 

Option2–givesasecondarycodesetincaseswheretheremotecodesare

 

foundtoclashwithanotherremotehandset.

 

IfOption2isselectedontheNP30thentheremotehandsetmustalsobeset

 

toOption2remotecodesaswellasfollows:

 

Pressandholddownthe

buttonforapprox.12seconds,thiswilltoggle

 

betweenOption1andOption2.

 

PerformingtheactionagainontheremotewilltogglebacktoOption1codes.

UuVolRemote

Router/Broadbandmodem

Or

UuVolremoteisafreeiPhone/iPodTouch/iPadapplicationthatallowswireless controloftheNP30orotherUuVolpoweredCambridgeAudioproducts. The application allows full control of the NP30 including UuVol Radio, StreamingServices,UPnP Media,Presets,Queingandmore.

ItalsosupportsdisplayofAlbumartworkandStationlogos(whereavailable). To use UuVol Remote you will need a Wi-Fi network or Access point for the application toconnect to ,the connection fromyourrouter to the NP30can thenbeeitherWi-FiorEthernet.

SearchforUuVolRemoteontheAppleAppStoreorbrowsewww.UuVol.comfor furtherdetailsonthisandotherAppsandfeaturesastheybecomeavailable.

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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.