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The device is still receiving power from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall 
outlet, even if the device itself has been turned off. 

 

Unplug the power adapter if you are not going to use the device for an extended period of time. 
Hold the power adapter when unplugging. Do not pull on the cord.  

 

The power adapter is used as the mechanism for cutting off power, therefore make sure it is easy to 
unplug.  

 

To ensure proper ventilation around this product, do not place this product on a sofa, bed or rug.  

 

High temperature will lead to abnormal operation of this device. Do not expose this device or 
batteries to direct sunlight or near heating objects.  

 

When moving the device from a cold location to a warm one, or vice versa, moisture may condense 
on components inside the device. Should this occur, the device may not operate properly. In such a 
case please turn the device off for 1-2 hours to facilitate moisture evaporation. 

 

 

 

WARNING: 

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS DEVICE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 

DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES MAY BE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. 

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. THE DEVICE SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING 

OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE 

APPARATUS. 

 

 

 

WARNING: 

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT AUTHORIZED BY THE MANUFACTURER CAN INVALIDATE THE 

COMPLIANCE TO REGULATIONS AND CAUSE THE UNIT TO BE NO MORE SUITABLE TO USE. THE 

MANUFACTURER REFUSES EVERY RESPONSIBILITY REGARDING DAMAGES TO PEOPLE OR THINGS DUE TO 

THE USE OF A UNIT WHICH HAS BEEN SUBJECT TO UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS OR TO MISUSE OR 

TO MALFUNCTION OF A UNIT WHICH HAS BEEN SUBJECT TO UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS. 

 

 

FCC 

Statement

 

 

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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 

protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, 

uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with 

the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is 

no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 

cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by 

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by 

one or more of the following measures: 

 

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

 

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

 

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority 

to operate this device. 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. 

 

 
This unit is compliant with Directive 2011/65/EC (RoHS) Restriction on Hazardous Substances, 

Summary of Contents for Gamma Music Server

Page 1: ...Gamma Music Server Owner s Manual PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATION REV 1 0 0 b 04 2019...

Page 2: ...c Server with Roon 11 UPnP OpenHome Audio Library Server and Renderer 12 Configuring the exaSound Gamma Music Server with UPnP 12 Network Audio Adapter for HQPlayer 13 AirPlay Player 13 Gamma Music Se...

Page 3: ...shboard for Volume Control and Input Selection 23 Volume Bypass with exaSound DACs 25 Maximum Volume Limit 25 UPnP Server and Music Library 25 Specifications 26 Open source Credits 28 GNU General Publ...

Page 4: ...n source audio streaming technologies makes the Gamma Music Server the central digital hub in your audio system We hope that the exaSound Gamma Music Server will help you to enjoy world class music ex...

Page 5: ...safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or...

Page 6: ...UFACTURER REFUSES EVERY RESPONSIBILITY REGARDING DAMAGES TO PEOPLE OR THINGS DUE TO THE USE OF A UNIT WHICH HAS BEEN SUBJECT TO UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS OR TO MISUSE OR TO MALFUNCTION OF A UNIT WHIC...

Page 7: ...help preventing potential damages to environment and human health which could be caused by the incorrect treatment of this product as generic garbage Materials recycling helps conserve natural resour...

Page 8: ...oy the 12 Volt device The 19Volt barrel connector of the Gamma Music Server power supply is clearly marked with a label indicating the voltage and the intended use Proper Device Placement Place the de...

Page 9: ...erver tasks does not affect the timing accuracy and precision of local USB playback In this configuration the Gamma Music Server is a certified RoonReady player Signalyst NAA endpoint UPnP OpenHome an...

Page 10: ...Page 10 Front and Rear Plates Power Button Power Light Ethernet RJ45 Connector Home Network HDMI Connector 1 Display USB 3 0 Connectors Power Adapter Connector HDMI Connector 2 Reserved for future use...

Page 11: ...trial period and about subscription plans on the Roon website RoonLabs com To use Roon you need to have an Internet connection Your music files can be stored on the Gamma Music Server internal SSD dri...

Page 12: ...m an iPad iPhone Android device PC or Mac Popular control apps include Bubble UPnP and Hi Fi Cast for Android devices and MconnectHD Kazoo Lumin and others for iPads and iPhones There are many other t...

Page 13: ...g technology AirPlay can be used to stream content from online services like Spotify Tidal and Qobuz to the Gamma Music Server This feature is available with USB attached DACs AirPlay support is imple...

Page 14: ...the Web User Interface section below for instructions how to setup manual IP address for the Gamma Music Server Changing USB Connections Always power down the Gamma Music Server before connecting or...

Page 15: ...nd the Gamma Music Server you need to install Apple Bonjour or compatible zero configuration networking zeroconf service On Linux computers you need to install Avahi If you change the name of the Gamm...

Page 16: ...screen you can tap on the menu icon to hide the menu The menu will slide in You can toggle between Auto Hide and Always On menu modes by tapping on the menu icon To have the menu visible at all times...

Page 17: ...button to re initialize the network connection if the settings on your router are changed or in case the connection is lost 1 Locate the Ethernet tab and tap on the Edit button 2 Select Manual IP Ente...

Page 18: ...y enter the new Gamma Music Server IP address in the navigation bar of the Web browser If you enter incorrect network settings you may be unable to connect to the Gamma Music Server over the network I...

Page 19: ...ys information about the size of the music libraries stored on the Gamma Music Server internal drives Make sure that there always is at least 20 free space on the Gamma Music Server system SSD drive T...

Page 20: ...ys maintain a backup copy of your music files Never disconnect a USB drive during playback To avoid accidental data loss we recommend powering down the exaSound Gamma Music Server before disconnecting...

Page 21: ...a Music Server via USB Maximum Volume Limit DAC Power off Timeout Updating the UPnP Music Library Changing the Gamma Music Server Device Name Host Name Displaying the model number serial number and fi...

Page 22: ...is feature is available only if an exaSound DAC is attached to the Gamma Music Server via USB The latest generation exaSound DACs can enter power saving mode after a period of inactivity You can use t...

Page 23: ...seconds Please email the displayed Support ID to the exaSound support representative It is used to identity your Gamma Music Server on the support network Dashboard for Volume Control and Input Selec...

Page 24: ...olume and trim the individual channels From the volume control buttons on the DAC front panel With the IR remote control supplied with your DAC The Gamma Music Server implements a unique 4 way volume...

Page 25: ...c Server using an external powered USB 3 0 hub The UPnP server scans attached USB drives and the internal SSD storage for audio files Metadata from the discovered files like album artist and cover art...

Page 26: ...ing Rate Support ENclusiv Comprehensive Sampling Rate support PCM 44 1kHz 48kHz 88 2kHz 96kHz 176 4kHz 192kHz 352 8kHz 384kHz 705 6kHz 768 kHz available for future use Native DSD DSD 64 Fs 2 8224MHz 3...

Page 27: ...Port Max Current 900mA USB Storage Interface USB 3 0 Ethernet Interface 1 x Gigabit Ethernet IP Setup IP4 DHCP manual IP configuration External Power Supply Input 100 240V 1 6A 50 60Hz Output 19V 3 4...

Page 28: ...sofUse aspx In accordance with the GPL if applicable 1 the source code for the GPL Software may be downloaded at no charge from https support exaSound com Contact Customer Support for further informat...

Page 29: ...rts and products assume the remaining original warranty or ninety 90 days whichever is longer This limited warranty covers non commercial use of this product and shall not apply to the following inclu...

Page 30: ...al packaging with your assigned RMA number marked clearly on the outside of the package Send the package pre paid and insured to the exaSound to obtain warranty service All returns must comply with ou...

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