CYRUS Stream-XR Network Streaming DAC User Guide
- July 27, 2024
- CYRUS
Table of Contents
CYRUS Stream-XR Network Streaming DAC
Product Specifications
- Streaming Music DAC
- SNR: 117dBA
- THD+N: 0.002%
- ESS ES9038Q2M 32 bit XR tuned DAC
- Line level analogue outputs
- Optical and coaxial digital outputs
- Optical and coaxial digital inputs
- Built-in WiFi aerial
- Ethernet (GigE 1Gbps), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac, 2.4/5Ghz)
- PSU-XR upgrade port
- Size (H x W x D): 75 x 215 x 355 mm (2.95 x 8.46 x 13.98)
- Weight: 3.0kg (6.10lbs)
- EAN: 5060020434679
Product Usage Instructions
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Digital Performance
The Stream-XR features a high-performance DAC with an award-winning QXR DAC design based on the ESS ES9038Q2M chipset. This ensures accurate signal reconstruction and exceptional sound quality. -
Low Power Standby Consumption
The Stream-XR offers a low power standby mode for sustainable operation. To activate standby mode, press the designated button or configure it in the settings menu. -
PSU-XR Port
If you have the PSU-XR external power supply, connect it to the PSU-XR port on the Stream-XR for cleaner and more stable power delivery. This enhances the performance of the DAC and network card. -
Roon Ready & BluOS Streaming
To enjoy Roon Ready and BluOS Streaming features, ensure your Stream-XR is connected to a network with access to music files stored locally or on cloud services. Follow the setup instructions provided by Roon and BluOS for seamless music streaming. -
Airplay2 & MQA Decoding
For Airplay2 functionality, connect your iOS device to the Stream-XR and other compatible players for synchronized music playback. To experience MQA Decoding, play high-quality master audio using MQA-supported content sources.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: How do I switch between presets on the Stream-XR?
A: To switch between presets, press and hold the preset button until you see the desired preset activated on the display. -
Q: Can I use the Stream-XR with Bluetooth devices?
A: The Stream-XR does not support Bluetooth connectivity. It is designed for network streaming via WiFi or Ethernet connections. -
Q: Is the Stream-XR compatible with streaming services like Spotify?
A: Yes, you can stream music from various services including Spotify using Roon Ready and BluOS Streaming features on the Stream-XR.
PRODUCT GUIDE
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Stream-XR
The Stream-XR is our best performing and feature-rich network streaming DAC that complements the high-end XR series, offering uncompromising sound quality. Compared to the Classic STREAM, it comes with a high-resolution display, capacitive touch buttons and includes two presets for instant access to your favourite radio or music service. -
BUILDING A BETTER MUSIC EXPERIENCE
PRODUCT FEATURES
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Digital Performance
The DAC output stage of the Stream-XR features the 2nd generation of our award-winning QXR DAC, which includes a high-speed analogue buffer stage. The QXR DAC design is based on the ESS ES9038Q2M chipset, which has had every component analysed by our engineering team, coupled with the layout being fully optimised to tune the DAC to achieve the highest possible performance. The result is a DAC that reconstructs the analogue signal with incredible accuracy and precision, revealing layers and depth that will have you listening back through your complete music collection. -
Low power standby consumption
The Stream-XR features a low consumption standby mode for sustainable operation. -
PSU-XR Port
The PSU-XR is our latest external power supply providing clean and stable power for your compatible Cyrus XR product. Incorporating
its own on-board micro-processor, the PSU-XR communicates directly with the host product to consistently provide the best configuration of power from a full range of voltage output levels. For the Stream-XR, this takes over the DAC to provide a cleaner, more stable supply and the network card where the superior supply gives greater clock stability. -
Roon Ready
Roon brings all your music together, so you don’t have to worry about where it’s stored, what format it’s in, or where you stream it from. Roon supports music files stored on internal and external hard drives and NAS, your iTunes library, live radio stations and streamed content from Tidal and Qobuz.
BluOS Streaming
Harnessing the power of BluOS, an advanced multi-room audio software that
allows you to stream lossless music to every room in the house, users can
locate music anywhere on a home network, cloud music service, or Internet
radio station, and share it with any BluOS enabled device.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
- Streaming Music DAC, SNR -117dBA, THD+N 0.002%
- ESS ES9038Q2M 32 bit XR tuned DAC
- Line level analogue outputs
- Optical and coaxial digital outputs
- Optical and coaxial digital inputs Built-in WiFi aerial
- Ethernet (GigE 1Gbps), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac, 2.4/5Ghz)
- PSU-XR upgrade port
- Size (H x W x D) 75 x 215 x 355 mm (2.95” x 8.46” x 13.98”)
- Weight 3.0kg (6.10lbs)
- EAN 5060020434679
Airplay2
With Airplay2 you can connect multiple players around the house and have them
communicate with each other through AirPlay. Listen to your music in perfect
sync as you walk room-to-room, or play different songs in different rooms, and
control everything on your iOS device. You can even say the song you want to
listen to and where and let Siri take control of your music experience.
MQA Decoding
Built into the Stream-XR is a revolutionary end-to-end (studio speaker)
technology known as Master Quality Authenticated (MQA), which captures and
delivers master quality audio from your favourite artists’ recording sessions
to any room in your home. The Stream-XR includes a powerful decoder and audio
renderer for the MQA system, allowing you to hear exactly what the artist
recorded and approved in the studio.
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