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== '''Product info''' ==

* ''Product Name:'' <Big>''Series 3 Loudspeaker''</big> 
:: 301 - All-In-One Wireless speaker & digital Music player
:: 302 (partner) - Exakt speaker

* ''Date of Introduction:''  October 2019

* ''Type:''  Integrated digital music player, pre-amplifier and power amplifier

* ''Versions:'' 
:: Shelf / table top loudspeaker
:: Stand speaker with [[#Fitting_the_Stand|White Series3 Stand Accessory]]


* ''Features''</div>
:: Digital streaming via <u> [[Series3_Bluetooth|Bluetooth]]</u>, <u>[[Info:Series3_Wifi|Wi-Fi]]</u> & <u>[[Airplay]] <!--& [[Airplay2]]---></u>
:: Connect TV via <u>[[Info:HDMI-ARC|HDMI ARC]]</u>
:: Exakt Technology (allowing other Exakt speakers and LP12 turntable with <u>[[Urika_II|URIKA-II]]</u> installation)
:: On-board <u>[[Amplifier_classes#Class_D|Class-D]]</u> Amplification
:: Connect a partner speaker via <u>[[Exakt_link|Exakt Link]]</u> to create a stereo system

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{{Title_Text | Linn Setup Guide:<br> How to set up the Linn Series 3 loudspeaker}}
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| [[#Wifi wiring & setup|WPS WIFI setup]]
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| [[#Download_App|Download App]]
| [[#Setup_and_changes|Setup & changes]]
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== Initial Setup ==
If you have just received this Linn product then you will be eager to listen to the Music. This section will show you how to unpack it, wire it up, position it and get Music playing...

The Series-3 301 speaker can be used alone for Mono playback or with the Series-3 302 speaker wired, using a CAT-5 Exakt-Link cable, for Stereo playback.

The On-line setup guide can be found <u><span class="plainlinks">[https://www.linn.co.uk/setup https://www.linn.co.uk/setup]</span></u>

=== '''Unpacking''' ===

Remove the Series-3 (301) from the packing and check you have all of  the [[product_unpacking|accessories]]. <br>
Now place the product you want it to be. 

;REQUIRED CONNECTION:
::1. A mains power socket
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<!--;OPTIONAL CONNECTIONS
::2. For '''internet streams''' such as Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz and local media server streaming:
:::* '''Wifi '''<font color="red">or</font> an '''ethernet/LAN''' connection to your broadband Router for streaming services
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::3. For Mono/Stereo''' TV audio playback''':
:::* '''HDMI ARC''' connection from your Television for your TV audio
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::4. For '''Stereo''' playback
:::* Use with Series-3 302 speaker with Exakt-link CAT-5 cable for stereo operation
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===Fitting/removing the grille===
: The grille is held on by magnets. To remove the grille, place a fine blade between the grille and product and <b>gently</b>  prise/lever the grille off the product. (Please be careful as too much tension can bend the grill.)
: Fitting the grill is placing a corner of the grille in the correct position and slowly applying the grille to the speaker.

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=== '''Wiring''' ===
====Series3-301 back panel====
{{Backpanel:Series3-301}}

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====Series3-302 partner backpanel====
{{Backpanel:Series3-302}}

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===HDMI-ARC audio only setup===
====HDMI-ARC only (using the Series 3 as a TV Sound bar)====
:This setup will allow:
:* The <b>Series3-301</b> to receive Mono audio and volume control from the HDMI-ARC connection from the TV. (The Series3 volume buttons will also control the volume)
[[image:Series3-wiring-HDMi_ARC_only.png|300px|center]]
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====HDMI-ARC only (using the Series 3 as a Stereo  TV Sound bar)====
:This setup will allow:
:* The <b>Series3-301</b> to receive Stereo audio and volume control from the HDMI-ARC connection from the TV. (The Series3 volume buttons will also control the volume)
[[Image:Series3-wiring-HDMi ARC only Stereo.png|400px|center]]


====Pairing a 301 & 302 for use as a stereo pair====
Configure for use with <b>Series3-302 partner</b> speaker
{{Setup:Series3-Self_Configure}}
; Note: if you disconnect the Exakt-link or do not have the Mains power going to the <b>Series3-302</b> speaker and have the previously setup the Series3-301 for Stereo operation then you will only get one channel playback, (left channel only). The <b>Series3-301</b> will assume that the other speaker still exists and has to be "'configured'" for Mono playback.
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===<font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> only setup===
====<u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> only</u>====
:This setup will allow:
:* The <b>Series3-301</b> as a Mono Bluetooth loudspeaker for your phone, Tablet, Alex Echo, Google Home....
[[image:Series3-wiring-1Sp bluetooth.png|400px|centre]]
{{Setup:Series3-Bluetooth}}
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====</u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> only with Stereo playback</u>====
:This setup will allow:
:* The <b>Series3-301</b> & <b>Series3-302</b> as Stereo <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> loudspeakers.
[[image:Series3-wiring-2Sp bluetooth.png|600px|centre]]
Configure for Bluetooth pairing
{{Setup:Series3-Bluetooth}}
Configure for use with <b>Series3-302 partner</b> speaker
{{Setup:Series3-Self_Configure}}
; Note: if you disconnect the Exakt-link or do not have the Mains power going to the <b>Series3-302</b> speaker and have the previously setup the Series3-301 for Stereo operation then you will only get one channel playback, (left channel only). The <b>Series3-301</b> will assume that the other speaker still exists and has to be "'configured'" for Mono playback.
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===Wifi wiring & setup===
====</u>Basic Wifi operation</u>====
This setup will allow:
:* Stream Music, using Wifi, to the Series3 speaker(s). 
:* Optional <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> loudspeaker operation is still available by initial setup of [[Series_3_Setup#Configure_for_Bluetooth_speaker_operation|<u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font></u>]]
[[image:Series3-wiring-Wifi.png|400px|centre]]
{{Setup:Series3-Wifi}}
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====</u>Wifi operation with TV audio and streaming</u>====
This setup will allow:
:* Mono TV audio from the TV HDMI-ARC socket
:* Stream Music, using cable ethernet, to the Series3 speaker(s). 
:* Optional <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> loudspeaker operation is still available by initial setup of [[Series_3_Setup#Configure_for_Bluetooth_speaker_operation|<u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font></u>]]
[[image: Series3-wiring-1Sp Wifi ARC.png|400px|centre]]

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====</u>Wifi operation with <b>Stereo</b> TV audio and streaming</u>====
This setup will allow:
:* Stereo TV audio from the TV HDMI-ARC socket
:* Stereo streaming Music, using cable ethernet, to the Series3 speaker(s). 
:* Optional Stereo <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> loudspeaker operation is still available by initial setup of [[Series_3_Setup#Configure_for_Bluetooth_speaker_operation|<u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font></u>]]
[[image: Series3-wiring-2Sp_ARC_Wifi.png|400px|centre]]

{{Setup:Series3-Wifi}}
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Configure for use with <b>Series3-302 partner</b> speaker
{{Setup:Series3-Self_Configure}}
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===Cable network wiring & setup===
====</u>Wired network operation</u>====
This setup will allow:
:* Stream Music, using cable ethernet, to the Series3 speaker(s). 
:* Optional <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> loudspeaker operation is still available by initial setup of [[Series_3_Setup#Configure_for_Bluetooth_speaker_operation|<u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font></u>]]
[[image: Series3-wiring-LAN.png |400px|centre]]
;No top plate setup required
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====</u>Wired network operation with TV audio and streaming</u>====
This setup will allow:
:* Mono TV audio from the TV HDMI-ARC socket
:* Stream Music, using cable ethernet, to the Series3 speaker(s). 
:* Optional <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> loudspeaker operation is still available by initial setup of [[Series_3_Setup#Configure_for_Bluetooth_speaker_operation|<u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font></u>]]
[[image: Series3-wiring-1Sp ARC.png|400px|centre]]
;No top plate setup required
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====</u>Wired network operation with <b>Stereo</b> TV audio and streaming</u>====
This setup will allow:
:* Stereo TV audio from the TV HDMI-ARC socket
:* Stereo streaming Music, using cable ethernet, to the Series3 speaker(s). 
:* Optional Stereo <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> loudspeaker operation is still available by initial setup of [[Series_3_Setup#Configure_for_Bluetooth_speaker_operation|<u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font></u>]]
[[image: Series3-wiring-2sp-LAN-ARC.png|600px|centre]]

Configure for use with <b>Series3-302 partner</b> speaker
{{Setup:Series3-Self_Configure}}

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===</u>Wired network operation with LP12, TV audio and streaming, all in Stereo</u>===
This setup will allow:
:* Stereo LP12 turntable playback. The Linn LP12 <b><u>MUST</u></b> be fitted with both <u>[[Klimax_LP12#Urika_II|URIKA-II]]</u> and <u>[[Klimax_LP12#Radikal_motor_supply|Radikal motor supply]]</u>
:* Optional:
::* Stereo TV audio from the TV HDMI-ARC socket
::* Stereo streaming Music, using cable ethernet or Wifi, to the Series3 speaker(s)
::* Stereo <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> loudspeaker operation is still available by initial setup of [[Series_3_Setup#Configure_for_Bluetooth_speaker_operation|<u><font color="blue">Bluetooth</font></u>]]
[[image: Series3-wiring-Stereo-Full KIT LP12.png|600px|centre]]
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=== '''Positioning''' ===
:Review the advised <u> [[product_positioning|Positioning guide]]</u> to ensure safe and cool operation of the Series3 speakers

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== '''Download App''' ==
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== '''Setup and changes''' ==
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==Using in a Surround system==
{{Surround:Series3-302}}

=Using the Series-3 loudspeaker=
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{{General:Series-3_Touch_Interface}}

{{General:Series3-301_TI_Indicators}}

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=FEATURES=
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==Wifi==
{{:info:Linn_DSM-Wifi}}

==Single or Stereo operation==
{{:info:Series3-Mono-Stereo}}


==Exakt==
{{:Info:Exakt}}


==Streaming Services==
===Bluetooth Audio===
{{Hidden Text Box Header|IndexText= [[File:Bluetooth-icon.png | left |50px]]<BIG>Bluetooth Audio player</BIG>}}
<u>Bluetooth Specification</u></b><br>{{Specs:Bluetooth4.2}}
{{:FAQ:Bluetooth}}

====<u>Initial <font color="blue">Bluetooth</font> pairing</u>====
{{Setup:Series3-Bluetooth}}
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;<u>Questions</u>
* Does Bluetooth degrade the sound quality?
::The quality of the Bluetooth source will vary depending on the connection quality between the Bluetooth sender and Linn product.

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{{Info:Streaming Services}}
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==HDMI ARC==
{{:info:HDMI-ARC}}


==General products manuals and information==
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=FAQ's=
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{{FAQ-FULL:Series_3}}



=Troubleshooting=
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=Technical Specifications=
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{{:Technical Specification:Series 3 - (301+302) }}
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