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Setup

Step 1 - add Klimax DS to network
1.1  Connect the Klimax DS as shown overleaf and power the 

unit on using the switch (front-right underside)

1.2  The Klimax DS should display a flashing blue dot for sev

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eral seconds before changing to a Linn logo

Go to 

• 

www.linn.co.uk/networks

 if you have any problems or questions

Step 2 - run Konfig
2.1  Install Linn Konfig on your computer from 

www.linn.co.uk/konfig

2.2  Launch Konfig and confirm that your Klimax DS is visible
2.3  Konfig will also display any Linn pre-amplifiers connected to the network and any 

media servers or other Linn devices you have connected - if you can’t see these 

devices in Konfig then you will be unable to fully control your DS player or find 

music on your NAS

2.4  If you have connected a pre-amplifier via RS232 (

Connecting

 Step 5), select the 

Configuration

 tab for your Klimax DS and update the 

Linn Preamp Connected

 

settings for type and port number (select 

Help

 from Konfig for more info) and click 

the 

Reboot

 button

2.5  Ensure all devices physically connected together (e.g. Klimax DS and Klimax 

Kontrol) are assigned to the same room (edit 

Room Name

 from the 

Configuration

 

tab for each device) and share the same device (

Device Name

 on the DS player 

should match 

Source Name

 on the pre-amplifier)

Go to 

• 

www.linn.co.uk/networks

 if you have any problems or questions

Step 3 - play music
3.1  Install KinskyDesktop on your computer from 

www.linn.co.uk/kinskydesktop

3.2  Launch KinskyDesktop and it will detect any DS players connected to the network 

and automatically select the first discovered DS player - check the 

Rooms

 menu - 

if no Room is available, refer back to

 Step 2

 above

3.3  Select the 

Radio 

source from the 

Sources

 menu and double-click on an internet 

radio station to play (internet connection required)

3.4  Select the 

Playlist

 source (if you have music files stored on your computer) and 

go to your computer’s music folder and drag any track(s) into your KinskyDesktop 

playlist and press 

Play

3.5  Select the 

Songcast 

source (if you have multiple DS players) to ‘tune-in’ to another 

DS player within a Linn multiroom setup and synchronise playback

3.6 

iTunes users

 - select iTunes from the 

Home

 page to browse your iTunes library 

and playlists, and select and play tracks as normal
Go to 

• 

www.linn.co.uk/kinskydesktop

 for a short demo or further help

Step 4 - rip music

4.1  If you have a ripping NAS, simply insert the disc and ripping will start automatically (this 

should take around 5 - 10 minutes and the disc will be ejected once complete)

4.2  If you are using a standard (non-ripping) NAS or computer to store your music files, rip 

your music as normal and ensure you prompt your Media Server to update

4.3  Select 

Library

 from the 

Home

 page in KinskyDesktop to view available media servers 

(e.g. Asset uPnP, Twonky) and double-click on a media server to browse and select 

music
Go to 

• 

www.linn.co.uk/ripping

 for more info on ripping music discs, including a 

beginner’s guide to ripping and software recommendations

Step 5 - add wireless device
5.1  Simply add a wireless device or smartphone to your network as normal

5.2  Download a suitable DS control app for that device 

Go to 

• 

www.linn.co.uk/software

 for info on control software and third party apps

5.3  Launch the software on your wireless device and it should auto-detect your DS player 

and music library, and allow you to select and play tracks

Go to 

• 

www.linn.co.uk/wireless

 for more info on wireless control of your DS and a 

list of recommended devices and software - wireless is only recommended by Linn for 

control of your DS player, not for actual streaming of music

Online Manual

Please visit 

www.linn.co.uk/klimaxds

 to view the latest Online Manual for Linn Klimax 

DS, which includes full instructions on configuring your network, ripping and downloading 

music, and controlling your DS player using a range of devices. 

Warranty

Your Klimax DS player has a 5 year parts and labour warranty as standard - please visit 

www.linn.co.uk/warranty

 if you wish to register your product to receive notifications of 

Klimax DS updates and simplify any support requests.

Linn Records

Please visit 

www.linnrecords.com

 for a selection of recordings available as Studio Mas

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ter downloads, CD/SACD or 180g vinyl.

Linn Products Limited

Glasgow Road, Waterfoot, Eaglesham,
Glasgow G76 0EQ, Scotland, UK

• Phone: +44 (0)141 307 7777 • Fax: +44 (0)141 644 4262
• Helpline: 0500 888909 • Email: [email protected]
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