Gustard N18 PRO

Gustard N18 PRO HiFi Network Audio Switch User Manual

Model: N18 PRO | Brand: Gustard

1. הקדמה

The Gustard N18 PRO is a high-performance network audio switch designed to enhance the quality of your audio streaming experience. It features advanced technologies such as photoelectric isolation, a dedicated audio power supply, and support for an external 10MHz clock to provide a clean and stable network signal for sensitive audio equipment.

2. זיכערקייַט אינפֿאָרמאַציע

  • זיכער מאַכן אַז די דעווייס איז פארבונדן צו אַ מאַכט מקור מיט די ריכטיקע וואָלומעןtagE (115 וואלטס אַק).
  • דו זאלסט נישט ויסשטעלן די מיטל צו נעץ אָדער עקסטרעם טעמפּעראַטורעס.
  • נישט עפענען דעם אפאראט casinז. איבערגעבן אלע סערוויסינג צו קוואַליפֿיצירטע פּערסאָנעל.
  • האַלטן די מיטל אַוועק פון שטאַרק מאַגנעטיק פעלדער.
  • ניצט נאָר דעם צוגעשטעלטן מאַכט קאַבל אָדער אַ פּאַסיקן פאַרבייַט.

3. פּראָדוקט איבערview

The Gustard N18 PRO is engineered with a focus on audio signal integrity. Key features include:

  • קאַנעקטיוויטי: 5x RJ45 Ethernet ports (10/100/1000Base-T) and 1x SFP fiber connector (1000base-X, supports GPON/EPON protocols).
  • External Clock Support: BNC connector for an external 10MHz clock, improving sound clarity.
  • Audio-Grade Design: Features photoelectric separation, a built-in linear power supply with multi-stage filtering, and Nichicon filter capacitors for lower ripple and cleaner power.
  • Internal Architecture: Dual-machine design with internal series connection, multi-way power supply, and multi-stage voltage regulators to minimize interference.
Gustard N18 and N18 PRO stacked, highlighting key features
Figure 3.1: Gustard N18 and N18 PRO units with a list of core features including adaptive ethernet, dual device design, external 10MHz clock, built-in power supply, and multi-way power supply.
Internal components of the Gustard N18 PRO, showing power supply and capacitors
פיגורע 3.2: דעטאַילעד view of the internal components, illustrating the multi-way power supply, multi-stage voltage regulators, and filter capacitors designed for clean power delivery.
SFP optical converter module installed in the Gustard N18 PRO
Figure 3.3: The pluggable SFP optical converter module, which provides photoelectric isolation to reduce network ripple.
Rear panel of Gustard N18 PRO showing the 10MHz clock input
Figure 3.4: The BNC connector for the external 10MHz clock input, which contributes to a cleaner and more analog sound.

4. סעטאַפּ

4.1 דערציען פּאַנעל קאַנעקשאַנז

Familiarize yourself with the rear panel connections before setting up the device.

Rear panel of Gustard N18 PRO with labels for each port
Figure 4.1: Rear panel of the N18 PRO, showing the Ethernet ports (LAN1-LAN5), SFP port, 10MHz clock input (Clock In), Clock selection switch, Voltage selection switch, AC power input, and Fuse.

4.2 מאַכט קאַנעקשאַן

  1. פאַרזיכערן די Voltage סעלעקציע דער קנעפּל אויף דער הינטערשטער פּאַנעל איז געשטעלט אויף דער ריכטיקער באַנדtage for your region (e.g., 115V AC).
  2. פאַרבינדן די צוגעשטעלט מאַכט קאַבלע צו די אַק מאַכט input on the rear panel and then to a suitable wall outlet.
  3. דרוק די מאַכט באַשטימען צו קער אויף די מיטל.

4.3 נעץ קאַנעקשאַנז

The N18 PRO offers various network connectivity options:

  • RJ45 Ethernet Ports: Connect your network devices (e.g., router, NAS, PC, audio streamers) to the עטהערנעט פּאָרץ (LAN1-LAN5) using standard Ethernet cables.
  • SFP Fiber Connector: For optical fiber connections, insert a compatible SFP module into the SFP פּאָרט. This provides enhanced isolation from network noise.

4.4 External 10MHz Clock Connection

For optimal audio performance, an external 10MHz clock can be connected:

  1. Connect your external 10MHz clock source to the Clock in BNC connector on the rear panel.
  2. ניצן די זייגער סעלעקציע switch to select between internal (INT) and external (EXT) clock sources. For an external clock, set the switch to EXT.

4.5 קאָנעקטיוויטי אָפּציעס

The N18 PRO can be integrated into various network audio setups. Below are examples of common configurations:

Diagram showing connectivity option 1 with N18 and N18 PRO
Figure 4.2: Connectivity Option 1 (Recommended) - Utilizing both N18 and N18 PRO units for enhanced network isolation and port expansion. The router connects to the N18, which then connects to the N18 PRO, distributing signals to various audio devices.
Diagram showing connectivity option 5 with N18 PRO only
Figure 4.3: Connectivity Option 5 - Using only the N18 PRO. The router connects directly to the N18 PRO, which then connects to your audio devices, NAS, and PC.

5. אַפּערייטינג ינסטרוקטיאָנס

5.1 יקערדיק אָפּעראַציע

  1. After connecting all necessary cables and power, turn on the N18 PRO using the power switch on the rear panel.
  2. The device will automatically establish network connections. No further configuration is typically required for basic network switching.

5.2 Network Signal Flow

The N18 PRO acts as an intelligent network switch, optimizing the data flow for connected audio devices. Its internal design minimizes noise and interference, providing a cleaner digital signal to your streamers, DACs, and other network-enabled audio components.

5.3 External Clock Usage

If an external 10MHz clock is connected and selected via the rear panel switch, the N18 PRO will synchronize its internal timing with the external clock. This can lead to improved precision in data transmission and a more refined audio output from connected devices.

6. וישאַלט

  • רייניקונג: ניצט אַ ווייכע, טרוקענע שטאָף צו רייניקן די אויסערלעכע זייט פון דעם אַפּאַראַט. ניצט נישט קיין פליסיקע רייניקונגס-מיטלען אדער אַעראָזאָלן.
  • ווענטילאַטיאָן: זיכער מאַכן אַז עס איז דאָ גענוג ווענטילאַציע אַרום דעם אַפּאַראַט. נישט פֿאַרשטאָפּן קיין ווענטילאַציע עפענונגען.
  • סוויווע: Operate the device in a clean, dry environment, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
  • קאַבלע פאַרוואַלטונג: קאָנטראָלירט פּעריִאָדיש אַלע קאַבלע פֿאַרבינדונגען צו זיכער מאַכן אַז זיי זענען זיכער און פֿרײַ פֿון שאָדן.

7. טראָובלעשאָאָטינג

7.1 קיין מאַכט

  • Check if the power cable is securely connected to both the device and the wall outlet.
  • Verify that the power switch on the rear panel is in the 'ON' position.
  • Inspect the fuse on the rear panel. If blown, replace it with a fuse of the same type and rating.
  • פאַרזיכערן די וואָלtage selection switch matches your local power supply.

7.2 קיין נעץ פֿאַרבינדונג

  • Check all Ethernet or SFP cable connections between the N18 PRO and your network devices/router.
  • Ensure your router and connected devices are powered on and functioning correctly.
  • If using the SFP port, verify that the SFP module is correctly inserted and compatible.
  • Try restarting the N18 PRO and your connected network devices.

7.3 שלעכטע אַודיאָ קוואַליטעט

  • Ensure all audio components connected to the network are properly configured.
  • If using an external clock, verify it is connected correctly and the זייגער סעלעקציע switch is set to EXT.
  • Check for any external interference sources near the N18 PRO or audio cables.

8. ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז

The following table details the technical specifications of the Gustard N18 PRO HiFi Network Audio Switch:

שטריךבאַשרייַבונג
מאָדעל נומערN18 PRO
עטהערנעט פּאָרץ5x RJ45 (10/100/1000Base-T adaptive)
SFP פּאָרט1x SFP (1000Base-X, supports GPON/EPON protocols)
פונדרויסנדיק זייגער אַרייַנשרייַב10MHz BNC connector (input impedance 50 Ohm, 0dBm-20dBm)
אַק מאַכט115V/230V 50/60Hz (selectable)
מאַכט קאַנסאַמשאַן<10 וו
דימענשאַנז (ב x ד x ה)220mm x 170mm x 50mm (excluding protruding parts)
וואָג (מיט פּעקל)2.5 קג
סערטיפיקאַטיאָנססע, פקק
מאַונטינג טיפּFreestanding
Gustard N18 PRO dimensions diagram
Figure 8.1: Dimensions of the Gustard N18 PRO unit (220mm width, 170mm depth, 50mm height).

9. וואָראַנטי און שטיצן

Gustard products are designed for reliability and performance. During the coverage period and under normal use, quality issues will be addressed with replacement or repair services, covering related costs. For technical assistance or service inquiries, please contact your retailer or the manufacturer directly. The seller, Auinshifiman (FINE MUSIC), also provides support for inquiries regarding audio equipment.

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