Edge NQ Network preamplifier
Contents Important safety instructions................................................................3 Front panel controls..............................................................................5 Make sure you register your purchase. Rear panel connections........................................................................ 6 Visit: www.cambridgeaudio.com/vip Remote control......................................................................................
Edge NQ Important safety instructions For your own safety please read the following important safety instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to the mains power supply. They will also enable you to get the best performance from and prolong the life of the unit: 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Edge NQ Front panel controls 3 1 5 2 4 1. STANDBY/ ON 4. IR SENSOR Switches the unit between Standby mode (indicated by dim LED) and On (indicated by bright LED). Standby mode is a low power mode where the power consumption is less than 0.5 Watts. The unit should be left in Standby mode when not in use. Used for remote control. AUTO POWER DOWN (APD) 5. VOLUME / SOURCE SELECTOR To change the volume, rotate the front part. To select a source, rotate the back part.
Rear panel connections 1 4 5 6 8 11 2 3 7 10 3 12 9 1. VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH 8. RS232 Note: For use by Cambridge Audio service personnel only! Custom install control - a full protocol is available for the Edge NQ on our website. 2. AC POWER SO CKET 3. PRE OUT 4. USB AUDIO IN For connecting to PC/MAC computers. Class 2 USB Audio only Windows based PCs require a Cambridge Audio USB driver to be installed before connection. 5.
Edge NQ Remote control 1.STANDBY/ ON Switches the unit between Standby mode and On. 2. VOLUME 3. S KIP 1 4. P L AY/ PAUSE MUTE / UNMUTE 5. SOURCE SELECTOR 6.
Connections Note: Switch the power off before making connections. AUDIO RETURN CHANNEL (ARC) BA SIC AUDIO CONNECTIONS Connecting the Edge NQ to a TV that supports ARC function. Connecting the Edge NQ to an amplifier (02.) using the Pre output. USB AUDIO CONNECTION Note: Use a certified high speed USB 'A–B' cable.
Edge NQ POWER SYNCING (ON / STANDBY CONTROL) Link Out can be useful if the Edge NQ (02.) is to control other Cambridge Audio equipment (01.) that features Link inputs. HOW TO USE CONNECT You’ll need Spotify Premium to use Connect. 1. Add your Edge NQ to your wifi network (see product user instructions for details). 2. Fire up the Spotify app on your phone, tablet or PC using the same wifi network as above. 3. Play a song on Spotify and hit ‘DEVICES AVAILABLE’. 4.
Technical specifications D/A Converters ESS ES9018K2M USB 1 x USB 1.1 current limited to 1A THD @ 1kHz 0dBFs <0.001% 24-bit USB audio input USB Audio profile 2.0 THD @ 1kHz -10dBFs <0.001% THD @ 20kHz 0dBFs <0.002% Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.1dB * Compatibility USB 2.
Edge NQ Troubleshooting If you experience any trouble with your Edge NQ, then you may find it useful to visit the help section on our webpage at: http://support. cambridgeaudio.com/. If you have trouble with the Stream Magic service then you may also find it useful to visit the help section at www.stream-magic.com.
Cambridge Audio is a brand of Audio Partnership Plc Registered Office: Gallery Court, Hankey Place London SE1 4BB, United Kingdom Registered in England No. 2953313 www.cambridgeaudio.
