AB Network CD Player OWNER’S MANUAL
CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place - away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. For proper ventilation, allow the following minimum clearances.
CONTENTS OTHERS WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS UNIT ................. 2 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS......................31 TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................32 Sources that can be played back on this unit ..................... 2 Devices that can control this unit....................................... 3 Operations from your mobile device ................................. 3 Front panel ......................................................................... 5 Remote control......
PREPARATION WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS UNIT This unit is a network CD player, on which you can enjoy playing back music files stored on your media server (PC or NAS), audio contents on the Internet radio, CD, Pandora, Spotify, AirPlay devices (iPod/iTunes), by connecting the unit to your home network (DLNA) and audio system on the same network. y For details on DLNA or NAS, see “ADDITIONAL INFORMATION” (☞ P.37).
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS UNIT Devices that can control this unit PREPARATION SELECT ENTER SOURCE PUSH PURE DIRECT RETURN Broadband router* A B Mobile device* (iPod, Android) Remote control * You need a commercially available Wi-Fi broadband router when you use a mobile device. A Control this unit using your mobile devices (☞ P.3, 12) B Control this unit using the remote control (☞ P.
PREPARATION SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Check that you have received all of the following items.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS PREPARATION Front panel 1 5 6 SELECT ENTER SOURCE PUSH PURE DIRECT RETURN 2 3 4 1 Power indicator • Lights up: The unit is on. • Lights up dimly: The unit is in standby mode. • Off: The unit is off. 7 8 90 A B C 5 Disc tray Loads a disc. 6 (Open/Close) Opens or closes the disc tray. 7 Front panel display Shows menu items, playback information, etc. y y When the unit is in standby mode, you can control the power from a network device (network standby).
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Remote control 1 Remote control signal transmitter Transmits infrared signals to the main unit. 2 OPEN/CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. 1 3 DIMMER You can adjust the brightness of the front panel display in the following three stages: bright, mid dim, or dim. Each press of the button changes the brightness. 2 3 4 4 SOURCE (☞ P.14, 17, 23, 25) Selects an audio source. Each press cycles the audio sources as follows.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS D Amplifier control buttons Controls the corresponding functions of a Yamaha amplifier. PREPARATION A (Power) Turns your amplifier on and off. INPUT ( / ) Switches input sources. VOLUME ( / ) Adjusts the volume. MUTE Turns mute on or off. For details on operations, refer to the manual of your amplifier. y These buttons may not work for some Yamaha amplifiers. E A (Power) (☞ P.11) Switches this unit between on and standby mode. F PURE DIRECT Turns on or off PURE DIRECT mode.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Rear panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 ANALOG OUT terminal (☞ P.9) Outputs L/R analog audio signals. Connect to your amplifier or audio system using the RCA stereo cable (supplied). 4 NETWORK terminal (☞ P.10) Connects to a network using a network cable (commercially available). 2 DIGITAL OUT terminal (COAXIAL) (☞ P.9) Outputs digital audio signals. Connect to your amplifier or audio system using a coaxial digital audio cable (commercially available).
CONNECTIONS Notes • • • • Do not connect the power cable of this unit until all connections are completed. You need to connect this unit to an amplifier and speakers before playing back. This unit can output digital signals up to 192 kHz/24 bits linear PCM signals. Proper playback may not be possible depending on the connected device and environment. Verify the settings and specifications of the connected playback source device.
CONNECTIONS Connecting to a network (PC/NAS/Internet connection) You can play back music files stored on your PC or NAS, audio contents on the Internet radio, by connecting this unit to a network. Connect with a commercially available STP (shielded twisted pair) network cable (CAT-5 or higher, straight-through cable). This unit (CD-N301) Network cable LAN PC Broadband router WAN NAS Modem Internet Notes • For details on Internet connection, refer to the owner’s manuals of your network devices.
CONNECTIONS Turning on this unit When you have established all cable connections, turn on this unit and other system components. PREPARATION SELECT ENTER SOURCE PUSH PURE DIRECT RETURN Press the power switch to turn this unit on. With the power switch on, you can switch this unit to on or standby mode by pressing the power button on the remote control. When network standby mode is enabled, you can also control the power etc. from a network device.
OPERATIONS SETUP OF YOUR NETWORK DEVICES Configure your devices connected to the network to play back music files stored on the devices, or configure your mobile device to control this unit. Use the following configurations to suit your needs. y For details on Internet connection, please refer to the manual of your network devices. ❚ If you want to play the music files stored on your PC You need to configure the media sharing setting of your PC.
SETUP OF YOUR NETWORK DEVICES Sharing music files stored on your PC 4 Select “Allowed” from the drop-down list next to “CD-N301”. 5 In the same way, select the icons for devices to be used as external media controllers (other PCs or mobile devices), then click “Allowed”. 6 Click “OK” to exit. To play back music files in your computer with this unit, you need to make the media sharing setting between the unit and computer (Windows Media Player 11 or later).
PLAYBACK OF CDS This unit allows playback of audio CDs and data CDs in which the MP3/WMA files are recorded. y For details on playable CDs, see “PLAYABLE DISCS AND FILE FORMATS” (☞ P.38). Front panel display (example) 3 CD ¡¡¡¡ 1¡¡¡ 0:01 Press / (main unit) or control) to start playback. (remote Main unit/Remote control ENTER Icon The following icons are shown on the front panel display. Icon SETUP RETURN DISPLAY OPTION Content Displayed while a CD is being played back.
PLAYBACK OF CDS Remote control OPEN/CLOSE DIMMER 4 Numeric buttons Sets the track number. ENTER When a music file is selected: starts playback. Plays/Pauses. PURE DIRECT SOURCE 1 Numeric buttons 2 5 Playback buttons 6 8 9 0 PROGRAM CLEAR REPEAT A/B SHUFFLE POP-UP MENU HOME NOW PLAYING REPEAT REPEAT SHUFFLE Select the shuffle playback method. Audio CD: SHUFFLE ALL / SHUFFLE OFF Data CD: SHUFFLE FOLDER / SHUFFLE ALL / SHUFFLE OFF DISPLAY Change the playback information.
PLAYBACK OF CDS Using A-B repeat playback Using program playback mode During audio CD playback, A-B repeat playback allows you to specify the start and end points for a section that you want to repeat. In program playback mode, you can play back tracks in a programmed sequence. y Program playback is only available for audio CDs. y A-B repeat playback is only available for audio CDs.
PLAYBACK OF PANDORA® (Australia model only) The Pandora service is available in the U.S.A, Australia, New Zealand only. If you have not set up your Pandora account yet, the account setup display appears when you select “Pandora”. To start using the Pandora service on the unit, follow the procedure below to set up your Pandora account. y You can register up to eight Pandora accounts on the unit. For details, see p.21.
PLAYBACK OF PANDORA® 3 Perform the following procedure. If you select “Sign in” in Step 2 1 Use the /// to enter your Pandora account e-mail address. 2 Press ENTER to enter password entry. 3 Use the /// to enter your Pandora password. 4 Press ENTER to access your account. If you have successfully logged into your account, “Login OK” appears on the front panel display. Creating Pandora stations Pandora lets you create up to 100 custom radio stations that play only music you love.
PLAYBACK OF PANDORA® 3 4 Press / to select “Create Station” and press ENTER. Use the /// to enter the name of an artist or a track (all or part of the name) and press ENTER. y • If you want to delete characters, press Numeric button “1”. • If you want to insert characters, press Numeric button “2”. If you have created Pandora stations, follow the procedure below to select a Pandora station to be played. 1 Press SOURCE repeatedly to switch the audio source to “Pandora”.
PLAYBACK OF PANDORA® 3 When playback starts, use the following controls to operate desired functions. I like it Gives positive feedback (thumbs up) for the current track. (thumbs up) is displayed in the track name. I dont like it Gives negative feedback (thumbs down) for the current track and skip to the next track. If you can not skip at skip limit, (thumbs down) is displayed in the track name. Tired of it Requests not to playback the current track for a month and skip to the next track.
PLAYBACK OF PANDORA® Deleting Pandora stations The created Pandora station can be deleting in the following procedures. Remote control Editing the Pandora accounts You can register up to 8 Pandora accounts on the unit. Follow the procedure below to add or remove Pandora accounts, or switch to another Pandora account.
PLAYBACK OF SPOTIFY SERVICE Spotify gives you instant access to millions of songs on your mobile devices. Just hit play to stream anything you like. The Spotify Connect feature lets you choose music on your Spotify app and listen on your Yamaha home entertainment system. See Spotify.com for service area information. 1 Connect your device to your home Wi-Fi network. 3 Connect the unit and your mobile device to your home Wi-Fi network as shown in the illustration below.
PLAYBACK OF MUSIC FILES ON YOUR PC/NAS This unit allows you to play back music files such as MP3, WMA, or FLAC (lossless audio data compression format) files stored in the computer (server) or NAS connected to the network. Browse the front panel display and select your favorite music file. To play back music files in your computer/NAS with this unit, you need to make the media sharing setting to computer/ NAS. For details on sharing setting, please refer to “SETUP OF YOUR NETWORK DEVICES” (p.12).
PLAYBACK OF MUSIC FILES ON YOUR PC/NAS Remote control 3 When playback starts, use the following controls to operate desired functions. 0 PROGRAM CLEAR REPEAT A/B SHUFFLE POP-UP MENU HOME NOW PLAYING REPEAT Main unit SHUFFLE SELECT ENTER PUSH RETURN ENTER SELECT/ENTER RETURN SETUP RETURN DISPLAY OPTION RETURN Playback buttons SELECT/ ENTER Rotate Skips to the next song, or back to the previous song in the folder.
PLAYBACK OF INTERNET RADIO You can listen to world-wide radio stations via Internet. Make sure that the unit is connected to the Internet properly (☞ P.10). Front panel display (Example) 1 NetRadio ¡¡Station¡List Main unit/Remote control 2 The following icons are displayed on the front panel display. Icon OPEN/CLOSE Content SOURCE Displayed when a folder is selected. SOURCE 1 2 3 4 5 6 PURE DIRECT Displayed when Internet radio station is selected.
PLAYBACK OF INTERNET RADIO Remote control HOME REPEAT A/B SHUFFLE POP-UP MENU HOME NOW PLAYING 3 When playback starts, use the following controls to operate desired functions. NOW PLAYING Main unit //ENTER ENTER SELECT ENTER SETUP RETURN DISPLAY OPTION PUSH RETURN RETURN // ENTER / Selects a folder or Internet radio station. ENTER When a folder is selected: moves down one level. When a Internet radio station is selected: starts playback. RETURN Returns to the previous level.
PLAYBACK OF AirPlay The AirPlay function allows you to play back iPod/iTunes music on the unit wirelessly via a network. Make sure that the unit and your PC or iPod are connected to the same network (☞ P.10). Note Playing iTunes When you use iPod/iTunes controls to adjust volume, the volume may be unexpectedly loud. This could result in damage to the unit or speakers. If the volume increases during playback, stop playback on iPod/iTunes immediately.
SETUP MENU You can configure the various settings of this unit using the setup menu. 2 Setup menu operations Press / to select a menu item to configure, then press ENTER. For some menu items, repeat step 2 to select a submenu item. ❚ Operations from the remote control y System ¡Net¡Standby For details on the controls on the main unit or remote control, see “CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS” (☞ P.5). 1 Press SETUP to enter the setup menu (☞ P.29). To make the advanced setup menu items (☞ P.
SETUP MENU Setup menu items Menu Submenu Select “On” to enable the network standby mode. AutoPowerStdby 20min*1, This unit automatically enters standby mode if it is left turned 2hours, 4hours, on for the selected time without playback or any other 8hours, operation being performed. 12hours, Off*2 Accessory On, Off Selects whether or not to supply power to a Yamaha accessory connected through the DC OUT jack. Firm Version The firmware version of this unit is shown.
SETUP MENU Updating the firmware When new firmware is released, a message to update your current firmware will be shown on the front panel display (when the unit is connected to the Internet only). 1 Press SETUP. The setup menu is shown on the front panel display. Remote control POP-UP MENU //ENTER HOME NOW PLAYING ENTER SETUP RETURN DISPLAY OPTION SETUP 2 Select “System Config” with / and press ENTER. 3 Select “Firm Update” with / and press ENTER. 4 Press ENTER again.
OTHERS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What kind of settings do I need to make? → For details on settings of your PC, NAS or mobile devices, see “SETUP OF YOUR NETWORK DEVICES” (☞ P.12). → For details on the setup menu on this unit, see “SETUP MENU” (☞ P.28). Why can’t I find music files on my PC? → Check the media sharing settings of your PC or media server, such as Windows Media Player 12 (☞ P.12). → Check if the music files are playable (☞ P.38).
TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the table below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, turn off this unit, disconnect the power cable, and contact the nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. ❚ General Problem This unit fails to turn on. The power indicator on the front panel flashes. This unit suddenly turns off. No sound.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The remote control does not work or function properly. The amplifier control buttons on the remote control do not work on the amplifier. Cause Remedy Page Wrong distance or angle. The remote control functions within a maximum range of 6 m (20 ft) and no more than 30 degrees off-axis from the front panel of the main unit. 4 Direct sunlight or lighting is striking the remote control sensor of this unit. Adjust the lighting angle, or reposition this unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Page 38 38 The files in your PC cannot be viewed or played back. The files are not supported by this unit or the media server. Use the file format supported by both this unit and the media server. For details on the supported file formats by the unit, see “PLAYABLE DISCS AND FILE FORMATS”. Some audio files cannot be played back on this unit. You are trying to play back DRM audio files you purchased on iTunes Store.
TROUBLESHOOTING ❚ CD Problem Page A foreign object is obstructing the tray. Carefully check the disc tray and remove the foreign object. — The disc is damaged. Check the disc carefully and replace it if necessary. — There is moisture on the laser pickup. Wait 20 to 30 minutes after turning this unit on before trying to play back a disc. — The disc is loaded upside down. Reload the disc with the label side up. — The disc is dirty. Clean the disc.
TROUBLESHOOTING Front panel display messages Message Status Access error There is a problem with the signal path from the network to the unit. Connected Connected to the network. Initializing Initializing the network settings. Licensing err * Access from the outside of the region for Pandora service. List updated The content list of the media server has been updated. LOADING The specified content is being loaded. No content This unit cannot find any content.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This section describes about general ideas of DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) and NAS (Network Attached Storage).
PLAYABLE DISCS AND FILE FORMATS Playable media and devices ❚ Supported PC PC with Windows Media Player 11 or Windows Media Player 12 installed. ❚ Supported NAS Notes • Do not use any nonstandard shaped disc (heart, etc.) available on the market because it might damage the unit. • Do not use a disc with tape, stickers, or paste on it. If you use such a disc, the disc may get stuck in the unit, or damage to the unit may result. NAS that is compatible with DLNA version 1.5.
PLAYABLE DISCS AND FILE FORMATS Playable discs and file formats ❚ DLNA Sampling frequency (kHz) Quontization bit WAV*1 8 to 192 16/24 MP3*2 8 to 48 16 WMA*3 8 to 48 16 AAC 8 to 48 16 FLAC 8 to 192 16/24 Formats *1 Only Linear PCM format files are playable. *2 MP3 PRO files are not supported. *3 WMA PRO and Lossless files are not supported.
SPECIFICATIONS INPUT/OUTPUT • NETWORK Ethernet connection................................. 10Base-T/100Base-TX Internet radio ........................................vTuner service supported PC client function...................... DLNA Ver.1.5 (DMR function) AirPlay ............................................................ AirPlay supported • ANALOG OUT................................................................2ch (L/R) • DIGITAL OUT Optical .........................................................
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