SNEAKY MUSIC DS
NETWORK MUSIC PLAYER
OWNER’S MANUAL
SNEAKY MUSIC DS
OWNER’S MANUAL
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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INSTALLATION
Unpacking
Positioning
Cleaning
Connecting to the mains supply
Amplifier protection
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OPERATION
Playing music
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Controlling playback
Current Playlist
Volume
Standby
Using a handset
Adding music to the library
GUARANTEE AND SERVICE
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INTRODUCTION
Linn Products have been known for over 35 years as a manufacturer of class-
leading hi-fi equipment. Over the years we have always been keen to push
the boundaries of new technology, whether developed from advancements in
the audio industry, such as improvements in digital-to-analogue conversion,
or from the electronics industry, such as our highly efficient Switch Mode
Power Supply - all in order to get you closer to the music you love.
The Sneaky Music DS network music player epitomises our ideal by
converting a digital signal streamed over a standard Ethernet network, to
high quality analogue audio. Developed from our flagship Klimax DS player,
it utilises sophisticated processing of the digital audio signal drawn from an
external storage device to produce crystal-clear, error-free music.
With its on-board volume control and power amplifier, once you have your
network set up all you have to do is connect the Sneaky Music DS to a pair of
Linn loudspeakers to enjoy your CD and downloaded music collection, and
SHOUTcast Internet radio, like you have never heard them before.
Welcome to the future of music…
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INSTALLATION
Cleaning
Disconnect the Sneaky Music DS from the power supply before cleaning.
Remove dust and fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth.
Unpacking
The Sneaky Music DS is supplied with the following:
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2 x red, 2 x black BAF loudspeaker connectors
mains lead
4 rubber feet
CD-ROM (contains system software, installation manual and
owner’s manual)
Connecting to the mains supply
The Sneaky Music DS contains an automatic internal mains voltage switch.
This switch operates on all worldwide mains voltages from 100 V to 240 V. The
unit can be connected to any worldwide mains voltage with no adjustment.
This unit must be earthed. Use the earthed moulded mains lead supplied,
or if no mains earth is available, ensure the product’s EARTH GROUND
connector is connected to an earthing terminal.
We recommend that you retain all packaging in case you need to transport
the Sneaky Music DS at a later date.
Positioning
Amplifier protection
The Sneaky Music DS features two methods of protecting its internal power
amplifier from damage.
You can position the Sneaky Music DS almost anywhere you find convenient,
but please consider the following points:
• The unit should be placed on a flat, stable and rigid surface.
• Allow at least 4" (10 cm) free space above and at each side of the unit for
air circulation.
• Do not position the unit where sunlight can shine (whether directly,
diffused or reflected) on its front surface as the infra-red (IR) radiation
in sunlight will be picked up by the unit’s IR remote sensor and this can
adversely affect its operation. Similarly, some electrical devices such as
plasma TVs, fluorescent lights and energy saving lamps can emit IR which
can likewise affect the operation.
• For best performance do not stack the unit with other products. Ideally,
position the unit on a shelf by itself or, if proximity to other products is
unavoidable, positioning side-by-side is preferable to stacking.
• The unit should not be situated above, or directly adjacent to, sources
of heat such as radiators, other power amplifiers, etc. Nor should it be
enclosed in a cabinet with such devices.
Short-circuit protection
If the speaker outputs are accidently short-circuited, the power amplifier
will shut down instantly and will remain in that state until the short-circuit is
rectified.
Over-temperature protection
If the power amplifier’s temperature rises above its safe operating limit, it
will cease operation until the temperature drops to a safe level and will then
automatically resume.
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OPERATION
3. From the Source window select ‘Sneaky Music DS’.
Playing music
Ensure the network is on and the NAS has finished booting. Turn the Sneaky
Music DS on. The Linn badge on the front panel will flash on and off. Wait
until the flashing stops, then follow the instructions below.
1. Turn on your control device. If the Linn GUI does not run automatically,
run the Linn GUI software from the Programs menu.
2. From the Room window select the appropriate room. This will
automatically bring your Sneaky Music DS out of standby (the Linn badge
will brighten).
4. From the Library window select the storage device that contains
the music you want to listen to by tapping it twice.
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5. Tap ‘Music’ twice.
7. Scroll to the music you want to play by placing the control device’s
stylus in the left-hand window and ‘drawing’ circles (clockwise to scroll
downwards, anti-clockwise for upwards).
Note:
When using the Linn GUI tap
in the top of the left-hand window to
return to the previous screen.
8. The folder symbol
indicates that an item contains sub items (e.g. a
6. Select the category you want to browse by tapping it twice.
folder will be shown next to the name of an album to indicate that the
album’s tracks are held within the folder). Tap an item to highlight it, then
tap it again to reveal the contents of the folder.
9. To play an album, track, or all tracks by a particular artist (depending on
the view you are currently on), tap the selection to highlight it, then tap
.
Your selection will move to the Current Playlist window and playback will
begin.
Alternatively, tap the
window. To start playback, tap the selection within the Current Playlist
window to highlight it, then tap
symbol to add the selection to the Current Playlist
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10.Continue to add selections to the Current Playlist by highlighting artists/
albums/tracks and tapping the symbol. You can add new selections to
the bottom of the playlist, or place them after the currently playing track
(if playback has not started they will be added to the top of the playlist).
The icon shown at the bottom-right of the left-hand window determines
Current Playlist
Scroll up and down through the playlist by placing the control device’s stylus
in the Current Playlist window and ‘drawing’ circles (clockwise to scroll
downwards, anti-clockwise for upwards).
where the selection will be placed. This icon
will be placed at the bottom of the playlist. This icon
means that the selection
means that the
Play any track in the Current Playlist by highlighting it, then tapping
Playback of the playlist will continue from that point.
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selection will be placed after the currently playing track. Tap the icon to
change it.
Note:
The tracks in the Current Playlist will remain there if the Sneaky Music DS is
Note:
put into then brought out of standby.
Up to 1,000 tracks can be added to the Current Playlist. The bar at the
bottom of the Current Playlist window tells you how many tracks are in the
playlist.
To delete individual tracks from the playlist:
• Tap on the track you wish to delete.
• Tap the symbol next to the track’s title.
Controlling playback
Control playback using the
To delete the entire playlist:
icons.
• Tap the
symbol at the top-right of the Current Playlist window.
While a track is playing, tapping
will restart it unless another selection is
currently highlighted in which case the highlighted track will begin playing.
Volume
Use the
icons on the Linn GUI to control volume.
Tap on the progress bar to jump forward or backwards within the currently
playing track.
Volume range is from 0 to 100.
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Standby
Using a handset
To put the Sneaky Music DS into standby using the Linn GUI, tap the
Once you have added tracks to the Current Playlist, you can use a Linn
handset to control playback and adjust volume. Point the handset at the
front of the Sneaky Music DS or, if connected, at a Linn Knekt RCU or
Basik 3 IR.
source/room key at the top-right of the GUI, then tap the
appropriate room, in the left-hand window (the Linn badge on the front panel
will dim).
icon for the
Accepted handset commands
Standby
Play
Pause
Stop
Skip forward
Skip back
Volume +
Volume -
Mute
Note:
You can control playback of the Current Playlist using the handset even if the
Linn GUI has been turned off.
Note:
The tracks in the Current Playlist will remain there if the Sneaky Music DS is
put into then brought out of standby.
Adding music to the library
If you wish to add a CD to your music library, insert the CD into the PC that is
connected to your storage device (NAS) and, using the Ripstation Micro DS
software, rip the CD. Once the CD has been ripped it will automatically be
added to the music library on the Linn GUI.
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GUARANTEE AND SERVICE
This product is guaranteed under the conditions which apply in the country of
purchase and your statutory rights are not limited. In addition to any statutory
rights you may have, Linn undertake to replace any parts which have failed
due to faulty manufacture. To help us, please ask your Linn retailer about the
Linn warranty scheme in operation in your country.
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]
In parts of Europe, the United States of America and some other markets,
extended warranty may be available to customers who register their purchase
Linn Incorporated
8787 Perimeter Park Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32216, USA
Phone: +1 (904) 645 5242
Fax: +1 (904) 645 7275
Helpline: 888-671-LINN
Email: [email protected]
WARNING
Unauthorised servicing or dismantling of the product invalidates the
manufacturer’s warranty. There are no user serviceable parts inside the
product and all enquiries relating to product servicing should be referred to
authorised retailers only.
Technical support and information
For technical support, product queries and information, please contact either
your local retailer or one of the Linn offices opposite.
Linn Deutschland GmbH
Hühnerposten 1d, D-20097 Hamburg, Deutschland
Phone: +49-(0) 40-890 660-0
Fax: +49-(0) 40-890 660-29
Email: [email protected]
Full details of your local retailer/distributor can be found on the Linn web site:
Important
Please keep a copy of the sales receipt to verify the purchase date of the
product.
Please ensure that your equipment is insured by you during any transit or
shipment for repair.
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THIRD PARTY COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
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