dCS
Network Bridge User Manual
Software Issue 1.0x
December 2016
Network Bridge Manual v1_0x
Page 24
English
version
Network interface
The
Network
connection on an RJ45 socket (H) allows the Network Bridge to act as a UPnP
TM
renderer, streaming music data from a NAS drive or a local computer over a standard 10/100/1000
Ethernet network. The Network Bridge can stream music files at up to 24 bits / 384kS/s or DSD/64 or
DSD/128 under the control of a
dCS
Network Bridge App running on a suitable iPad or iPhone, (see
page
9
) or other UPnP control point. The Network interface runs in asynchronous mode.
!
The RJ45 socket’s contacts can be damaged by accidentally inserting the wrong
connector (e.g. a USB type B or type A). To avoid this, we suggest leaving the dust
cover fitted when not in use and connecting the RJ45 cable immediately after removal.
USB interface
The
USB
2.0 host interface (I) on an ‘A’ type connector can stream music files in most popular formats
at up to 24 bits / 384kS/s or DSD/128 from a USB Flash Drive. Playback is controlled by the app.
Low-powered USB hard disk drives in FAT16 or FAT32 format may be used in the same way. The
interface will not read drives in NTFS format or other formats.
Mains inlet
Power is connected via a standard IEC320 connector (L), protected by a fuse (K) and isolated by a 2-
pole power switch (J).
Label
The label on the underside of the unit states the unit’s serial number (S/N) and the nominal voltage to
which the unit is set. It is important to quote the serial number if you need assistance.
WPS
The small hole beside “WPS” on the label gives access to a switch for pairing the router to the
Network Bridge via WiFi for when a wired Ethernet connection is not available. This is for future
development.
