naim UnitiServe HiFi and Music Source User Guide

: June 1, 2024
: naim

Table of Contents

naim UnitiServe HiFi and Music Source
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
FAQs
UnitiServe Quick Start Guide
CONTACT
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

naim UnitiServe HiFi and Music Source

Product Information

Specifications:
- Power Switch
- Network: A wired connection recommended
- Digital Audio Output: Optical, Coaxial
- Power Input

Product Usage Instructions

Installing, Connecting, and Switching On:
- Ensure a wired network connection is established for consistent operation. Use Ethernet-over-mains hardware for network connection.
- To set up web browser control, type the unique name of the UnitiServe into the browser address field and press the return key.
Ripping Music:
- Place a CD into the loading slot. The CD will be automatically ejected after ripping (up to eight minutes for a typical CD).
Local Music Playback:
- UnitiServe can play CDs directly. Initiate CD play from the System Setup menu.
Network Music Playback:
- Ensure UnitiServe is connected to the internet to catalog ripped CDs. Some pre-ripped music is included.
Switching Off:
- To abort a rip and eject the CD, touch the front panel Naim logo. Use network storage hardware for music backup.

FAQs

Q: How do I connect UnitiServe to the network?
- A: Use a wired network connection or Ethernet-over-mains hardware for connectivity.
Q: Can UnitiServe play CDs directly?
- A: Yes, UnitiServe can play CDs directly in addition to ripping them.
Q: How do I access the web interface of UnitiServe?
- A: Type the unique name of UnitiServe into the browser address field and press enter.

UnitiServe Quick Start Guide

Installing, Connecting, and Switching On
- Install your UnitiServe on an equipment stand or rack intended for the purpose. $naim-UnitiServe-HiFi-and-Music-Source-FIG-1 $1$$
- Identify the UnitiServe rear panel Digital Output, Network, and Power Input sockets. Use a standard ethernet cable to connect the Network socket to a network router with a known working internet connection.
- A wired network connection is strongly recommended for the most consistent and secure UnitiServe operation. Ethernet-over-mains hardware may be used and provides a simple and convenient method of home network connection. However, the presence of network data on the main supply may compromise overall audio system sound quality.
- If your UnitiServe is to be connected directly to a local audio system, connect one of the Digital Output sockets (BNC coaxial or TosLink optical) to an audio system digital input.
- Ensure that your network router and peripheral audio equipment are connected, switched on, and working correctly.
- Connect the supplied External Power Supply to the UnitiServe rear panel Power Input socket and a mains power outlet. Switch on the UnitiServe using the rear panel Power Switch.
- UnitiServe can be controlled via a Flash-enabled web browser running on a computer connected to the network.
- To set up web browser control, open the browser, type the unique “name” of the UnitiServe into the browser address field, and press the “return” key. The UnitiServe name is the last four characters of the MAC address (excluding the colon separators) printed on the UnitiServe rear panel, preceded by NSSRV A typical name would be NSSRV4567. Depending on the web browser, you may need to type “http://” immediately before the UnitiServe name.
- With your UnitiServe connected to the network and its name entered in the web browser, its web interface Home menu will be displayed on the computer.
- The UnitiServe interface language can be changed. Select System Setup from the Home menu, followed by System Settings, Language, and the desired option. Return to the Home menu by selecting the Home ( ) symbol.
- Note: Ensure that the unit has adequate ventilation. The ambient temperature in the vicinity of the unit should not exceed 35°C.
- Note: UnitiServe is configured when shipped not to require any network setup but to connect to a network automatically. However, if your UnitiServe has been previously used, its network configuration may have been altered, leaving it unable to connect automatically. Refer to the Reference Manual or contact your retailer if this appears to be the case.
- Note: Alternative UnitiServe control interfaces, such as a remote handset or mouse and VGA screen, a USB/VGA touch screen, the Naim DTC Windows application, or iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch apps are described in the Reference Manual.
Ripping Music
- Insert a CD into the loading slot.
- UnitiServe will begin ripping automatically. To view progress, select Ripping Monitor from the Home menu.
- The CD will be ejected automatically when the ripping is complete. A typical CD will take up to eight minutes to rip. $naim-UnitiServe-HiFi-and-Music-Source-FIG-1 $2$$
Local Music Playback
- Select Browse Music from the Home menu and then either Albums or Artists. From the following menu select an item and select Play.
- Selecting the Quick Play menu from the Home menu provides short-cut access to the most popular, recently played, and newest items.
Network Music Playback
- UnitiServe is a UPnP™ (Universal Plug and Play) server device. Ripped music is automatically made available to any UPnP™ playback device connected to the network.
- Switch on a playback device and search through its list of connected servers for the UnitiServe (e.g. NSSRV4567). Select the UnitiServe followed by the desired material for playback.
Switching Off
- Switching off your UnitiServe from its rear panel power switch is not normally necessary.
- UnitiServe can be put into shutdown mode by touching the front panel logo for five seconds. The logo will flash as UnitiServe shuts down.
- To switch your UnitiServe back on from shutdown mode, the rear panel power switch must be switched off and on again.
- Do not switch off UnitiServe from the rear panel power switch or disconnect it from mains power until it is in shutdown mode.
- Note: UnitiServe can play CDs directly as well as ripping them. CD play is initiated from the SystemSetup menu.
- Note: Ripping a CD you do not personally own may constitute a violation of copyright law. You must ensure if inserting a borrowed CD, that the UnitiServe is configured to play the CD only.
- Note: To abort a rip and eject the CD, touch the front panel Naim logo.
- Note: UnitiServe is only able to catalog ripped CDs if it is connected to the internet.
- Note: UnitiServe includes some music pre-ripped whenmanufactured.
- Note: Music stored by UnitiServe is not automatically backed up. Network storage hardware should be used for backup. See the Reference Manual.
- Note: UnitiServe may be unable automatically to eject CDs that are outside usual manufacturing tolerances. If this occurs, carefully insert an unfolded paperclip into the access hole and push to actuate the manual eject mechanism.
- Full installation and operational information can be found in the UnitiServe Reference Manual included on the CD packed with the product, or available at www.naimaudio.com.