Klimax DSM /3 /Setup

Linn Setup Guide:
How to set up the Linn Klimax DSM

Setup

Wiring

Download App

Setup & changes

Controlling your Klimax DSM

Space Optimisation

IR Handset use

FAQ's

Tech Specs

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Product info

• Product Name:	KLIMAX DSM/3
• Date of Introduction:	March 2021
• Type:	Digital music player with Organik

• Features
  • Organik DAC Architecture
  • DSD Support
  • DS Design
  • Dynamik Power Supply
  • Exakt system
  • Surround Sound
  • HDMI-2

Hardware Upgrades

Note: It should be noted that this upgrade information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what upgrades are available

Initial Configuration

Considerations before installation, make sure that you have

• A mains power socket

Stable mains supply

100-120V rms 50~60Hz,

220-240V rms 50~60Hz

• An Ethernet/LAN connection to your broadband Router. (You may need to connect it to a wired network connection to allow setup and configuration. Then you can use the Wifi capabilities of your network to control and stream music to the Klimax DSM/3)
• The HDMI connection from you TV is not too long and is the correct specification cables. Linn recommend using Premium High Speed Certifiied HDMI cables for an optimal experience.
• The product has adequate ventilation for operation.
• Positioning Information

Hardware Upgrades

Note: It should be noted that this upgrade information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what upgrades are available

Unpacking

1. Remove the Klimax DSM from the packing and check you have all of the accessories.
   

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BACKPANEL

Klimax DSM (AV variant)

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Information of what each connector is and a basic specification of these connectors

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1. MAINS INPUT - To connect to the mains electricity supply.
2. ETHERNET - To connect to a network (100Base-T / 1000Base-T)
3. USB-A socket: for Service Use only This socket does not accept USB sticks / USB-Drives
4. FIBRE ETHERNET - SFP module socket to connect to a fibre network
5. FALLBACK - To put the device into Fallback mode (used when reprogramming)
6. USB-B socket - To connect to a PC/MAC for Class 2.0 PCM Asynchronous USB Audio playback⁶
7. OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT (TOSLINK)⁵ - To connect sources with TOSLINK (optical) digital outputs.
8. DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT (SPDIF)⁵ - To connect sources with SPDIF(BNC) digital outputs or use as an SPDIF digital output.
9. DIGITAL INPUT (SPDIF)⁵ - To connect sources with SPDIF(BNC) digital outputs.
10. EXAKT LINK - To connect to Exakt compatible devices (Exaktbox, Exakt Speakers, Urika II etc)
11. ANALOGUE INPUTS (RCA-Line level)^{1 & 2} - To connect sources with RCA analogue outputs.
12. BALANCED INPUTS'(XLR-Line level)^{1 & 2} -- To connect sources with balanced (XLR) outputs.
13. PHONO GROUND - To connect to a turntable grounding terminal.
14. ANALOGUE OUTPUT (RCA,variable level)^{3 & 4} - To connect to a power amplifier, headphones etc..
15. ANALOGUE OUTPUT (XLR,variable level)⁴ - To connect to a power amplifier, headphones etc...
16. HDMI INPUTS' & HDMI OUTPUT with ARC/eARC (HDMI)⁷ - To connect sources with 1.4 & 2.0⁷ HDMI output and TV with ARC capability.

Notes:
¹ Analogue inputs: Input range adjustable 1V-4V rms, impedance 10kΩ
² with ADC of 192kHz/24bit
³ RCA Output Audio transformer option ONLY
⁴ Independently switchable allowing either RCA or XLR, RCA and XLR outputs. Check HERE
⁵ Digital inputs: 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz

SPDIF1 can be converted to a 2-channel SPDIF OUTPUT, audio that will support up to 192KHz via Manage Systems

• This output is a fixed volume control output, unless you have configured the DSM for Digital Output mode : Post EQ: 192kHz.
• Only supports FL/FR channel output. (even if playing Surround audio)

SPDIF2 is ALWAYS a SPDIF INPUT and CANNOT be configured as a SPDIF output.

⁶ USB Supported Sample rates: 44.1k, 48k, 88.2k, 96k, 176.4k, 192k, 384k
⁷Linn recommend using Premium High Speed Certifiied HDMI cables for an optimal experience. (supporting HDCP 2.2 up to and including 60Hz UHD.)

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Klimax DSM (Music variant)

View Klimax DSM (Music) detail - 1,2,3,4.......
Information of what each connector is and a basic specification of these connectors

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1. MAINS INPUT - To connect to the mains electricity supply.
2. ETHERNET - To connect to a network (100Base-T / 1000Base-T)
3. USB-A socket: for Service Use only This socket does not accept USB sticks / USB-Drives
4. FIBRE ETHERNET - SFP module socket to connect to a fibre network
5. FALLBACK - To put the device into Fallback mode (used when reprogramming)
6. USB-B socket - To connect to a PC/MAC for Class 2.0 PCM Asynchronous USB Audio playback⁶
7. OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT (TOSLINK)⁵ - To connect sources with TOSLINK (optical) digital outputs.
8. DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT (SPDIF)^'5 - To connect sources with SPDIF(BNC) digital outputs or use as an SPDIF digital output.
9. DIGITAL INPUTS (SPDIF)⁵ - To connect sources with SPDIF(BNC) digital outputs.
10. EXAKT LINK - To connect to Exakt compatible devices (Exaktbox, Exakt Speakers, Urika II etc)
11. ANALOGUE INPUTS (RCA-Line level)^{1 & 2} - To connect sources with RCA analogue outputs.
12. BALANCED INPUTS'(XLR-Line level)^{1 & 2} -- To connect sources with balanced (XLR) outputs.
13. PHONO GROUND - To connect to a turntable grounding terminal.
14. ANALOGUE OUTPUT (RCA,variable level)^{3 & 4} - To connect to a power amplifier, headphones etc..
15. ANALOGUE OUTPUT (XLR,variable level)⁴ - To connect to a power amplifier, headphones etc...

Notes:
¹ Analogue inputs: Input range adjustable 1V-4V rms, impedance 10kΩ
² with ADC of 192kHz/24bit
³ RCA Audio transformer option ONLY
⁴ Independently switchable allowing either RCA or XLR, RCA and XLR outputs. Check HERE
⁵Digital inputs: 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz

SPDIF1 can be converted to a 2-channel SPDIF OUTPUT, audio that will support up to 192KHz via Manage Systems

• This output is a fixed volume control output, unless you have configured the DSM for Digital Output mode : Post EQ: 192kHz.
• Only supports FL/FR channel output. (even if playing Surround audio)

SPDIF2 is ALWAYS a SPDIF INPUT and CANNOT be configured as a SPDIF output.

⁶ USB Supported Sample rates: 44.1k, 48k, 88.2k, 96k, 176.4k, 192k, 384k

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Klimax DSM (Hub variant)

View Klimax DSM (Hub) detail - 1,2,3,4.......
Information of what each connector is and a basic specification of these connectors

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1. MAINS INPUT - To connect to the mains electricity supply.
2. ETHERNET - To connect to a network (100Base-T / 1000Base-T)
3. USB-A socket: for Service Use only This socket does not accept USB sticks / USB-Drives
4. FIBRE ETHERNET - SFP module socket to connect to a fibre network
5. FALLBACK - To put the device into Fallback mode (used when reprogramming)
6. USB-B socket - To connect to a PC/MAC for Class 2.0 PCM Asynchronous USB Audio playback⁴
7. OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT (TOSLINK)³ - To connect sources with Toslink (optical) digital outputs.
8. DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT (SPDIF)³ - To connect sources with SPDIF(BNC) digital outputs or use as a SPDIF digital output.
9. DIGITAL INPUTS (SPDIF)³ - To connect sources with SPDIF(BNC) digital outputs.
10. EXAKT LINK - To connect to Exakt compatible devices (Exaktbox, Exakt Speakers, Urika II etc)
11. ANALOGUE INPUTS (RCA-Line level)^{1 & 2} - To connect sources with RCA analogue outputs.
12. BALANCED INPUTS'(XLR-Line level)^{1 & 2} -- To connect sources with balanced (XLR) outputs.
13. PHONO GROUND - To connect to a turntable grounding terminal.

16 HDMI INPUTS' & HDMI OUTPUT with ARC/eARC (HDMI)⁵ - To connect sources with 1.4 & 2.0⁵ HDMI output and TV with ARC capability.

Notes:
¹ Analogue inputs: Input range adjustable 1V-4V rms, impedance 10kΩ
² with ADC of 192kHz/24bit
³ Digital inputs: 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz

SPDIF1 can be converted to a 2-channel SPDIF OUTPUT, audio that will support up to 192KHz via Manage Systems

• This output is a fixed volume control output, unless you have configured the DSM for Digital Output mode : Post EQ: 192kHz.
• Only supports FL/FR channel output. (even if playing Surround audio)

SPDIF2 is ALWAYS a SPDIF INPUT and CANNOT be configured as a SPDIF output.

⁴ USB Supported Sample rates: 44.1k, 48k, 88.2k, 96k, 176.4k, 192k, 384k
⁵ Linn recommend using Premium High Speed Certifiied HDMI cables for an optimal experience. (supporting HDCP 2.2 up to and including 60Hz UHD.)

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Download App

Control of the Linn DS/DSM using a PC/MAC/Tablets & Phones

Initial installation

Linn App

The Linn DS/DSM can be done from many control points at the same time.

The name of this control App/software is Linn App

Apple App store - Linn App for iPhone / iPad

        or

Google Play - Linn App for Android Phone/Tablet

Kazoo (Aug 2023 - Ceased all development)

The Linn DS/DSM can be done from many control points at the same time.
Note: from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

The name of this control App/software is KAZOO..

Kazoo control App/software is available for

| Windows Kazoo download

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

MAC OSX Kazoo download

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

Android Kazoo for Android Phone/Tablet download

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

Using the Linn DS/DSM control software

For full operation of Kustom DSM you will need to use Linn App and/or Kazoo 4.13.64 >

As you can see from the above section there are multiple software/Apps for different control devices. Although Kazoo has the same style of control in each device, there are minor differences depending on what your control device is. This is why we have different Manuals.
These manuals should only be used as a basic guide for what the buttons can do. We would recommend just using the App/Software and only using the guide if you are having difficulty or want to see what more features are available.

These guides may show some features that are not available, or not have not be configured to work in your system. If you required more information then please contact your Retailer or Linn Support Site

iPad / iPhone / Android Linn App

• Quick Start Linn App User Guide for Android phone/Tablet & Apple iPad/iPhone

Windows Kazoo

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

Windows7

• Kazoo User Guide for for Windows7

Windows 8 / 10 / 11

• Kazoo User Guide for Windows 8 / 10 / 11

MAC/MACBook Kazoo

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

up to Yosemite (OSX 10.10)]

• Kazoo User Guide for for iMac up to Yosemite (10.10)

El Capitan (10.11 >)

• Kazoo User Guide for iMac El Capitan (10.11 >) onwards.. (including OSX Catalina 10.15)

iPad/iPhone Kazoo

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

• Kazoo User Guide for Apple iPad/iPhone

Android Kazoo

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

• Kazoo User Guide for Android

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Bluetooth & Wifi

Bluetooth and Wifi features are available on Klimax DSM/3
Quick setup can be done using the Pin buttons or the Klimax dial

Setting up Bluetooth using the Pin buttons

1. Select the Bluetooth menu on your device for pairing

2. Press and hold Pins 3 & 4 on the Klimax DSM until "Bluetooth: Pairing..." appears on the front panel display

3. Select the Klimax DSM from the list of available Bluetooth devices on your device for pairing

Setting up Wifi using the Pin buttons

1. Remove/disconnect any cable LAN connections from the Klimax DSM

2. Press the WPS button on your internet router

3. Press and hold Pins 2 & 5 on the Klimax DSM until "WPS: Connecting..." appears on the front panel display

4. The Klimax DSM should now automatically connect to the Wifi network

• Press and hold Pins 1, 2 & 5 to forget the Wifi network

Setting up Bluetooth or Wifi using the Klimax dial

1. With the Klimax DSM out of Sleep mode. (If Wifi setup disconnect any cable LAN connections)

2. Press dial UP to enter Service menu

3. Scroll UP/DOWN to highlight "Connect"

4. Press RIGHT to select this menu

5. Scroll UP/DOWN to highlight the desired option and RIGHT to select

Wifi (WPS): put your router into WPS discovery mode for auto pairing of the Klimax DSM

WIfi (Reset): to clear any previous Wifi settings

Bluetooth Pair: configure you Bluetooth device for pairing before selecting

Press LEFT to cancel Service menu

Alternative Wifi Setup Method via Web Browser

1. With the Klimax DSM out of Sleep mode and cable LAN connections removed from Klimax DSM

2. Go to the Wireless settings on your device (e.g. iPad)

3. Find the Klimax DSM on the list of available networks. It will be called Klimax DSM - <serial number>

4. Select this Linn DSM as the wireless network

5. Now open a web browser on your device and type "https://setup.linn.co.uk" in the address bar

6. The Klimax DSM Wifi Setup page should now be displayed

7. Select the Wifi network you want to connect to

8. Enter the passkey for the Wifi network

9. Click on 'Set Network'

Wifi can also be setup using the Konfig App below

There are two ways to configure, (if required), your Linn DS/DSM player/Speakers etc:

1. Web-browser App called Manage systems that can also be used on your Tablet:

Before you do anything you will need to have a Linn Account. This is a simple process and can only be performed using the Kazoo App or Linn App.
Details on how to create your Linn Account and how to use Manage systems can be found in the Manage Systems page.

2. Windows 10 PC or MAC OSX app called Konfig:

This Konfig App can be downloaded from KONFIG App

This will allow changing the Room name, Linn DS/DSM name, input name and other settings. This can be changes by yourself and/or your Linn Retailer.

Details of most of the options are listed in the Konfig Manual, this covers many options

Konfig has been deprecated and replaced by Manage Systems.

Note: Manage Systems has taken over from Konfig and we would prefer you to use Manage Systems to setup an configure your Linn products.

Space Optimisation

for ALL Linn DS/DSM products

Linn Account Space Optimisation from Davaar64 ⇒

Linn Konfig Space Optimisation & Space Optimisation+

Linn Space Optimisation is currently configurable using either the Konfig app or the Linn Account Manage systems.

Click the above picture/icon for more information of that version of Space Optimisation.

More details of what Space Optimisation can be found can be found at www.Linn.co.uk

What are the differences between the Konfig Space Optimisation and Linn Account (Kloud Konfig) Space Optimisation?

The new version of Space Optimisation uses highly sophisticated acoustic modelling to model the interactions between your speakers and the room; this acoustic modelling is based on the finite-difference time-domain method. A simple two-dimensional analogy to this method of acoustic modelling is of a fishing net laid over a pond; each knot in the net defines a discrete measurement location, so that when a stone is thrown into the pond, we can track the resulting ripple by measuring its height at each knot.

The spatial discretisation employed by this method of acoustic modelling allows the new version of Space Optimisation to correctly consider the effects of:

• non-rectangular rooms;
• the placement of features like doors and windows;
• And the location and rotation of your speakers.

Furthermore, the time-domain formulation of this method of acoustic modelling means that the new version of Space Optimisation can now reduce both the energy and decay time of any artificial distortions caused by the interactions between your speakers and the room, resulting in both a flat frequency response and a uniform decay time. :Finally, the new version of Space Optimisation has been designed to give a better balance of low- and mid-frequency energy.

What is the difference between Space Optimisation & Space Optimisation+?

This is applicable to both Linn Konfig and Manage System/Kloud Konfig

Space Optimisation is for NON-Exakt systems. This uses the direct analogue outputs of the Linn DS/DSM

Space Optimisation+ is for Exakt speaker. This is used for loudspeakers fed via the Exakt-link AND used with as a digital crossover.

The "plus" is to signify the more musical detail that is capable within the Exakt system and Space Optimisation due to timing control of each individual drive unit etc. (This is not possible with non-Exakt systems as the loudspeaker is only driven by one common audio feed per channel.)

Is the Linn Account Manage systems only available for the new Linn DSM's

Both Applications can be used for ALL Linn Products.

The only limitation is that the Linn DS/DSM must have Davaar64 to run Linn Account Manage systems]

Why don't you use a Microphone in Space Optimisation?

The aim of Space Optimisation is to remove the effects of your room, to uncover the unique acoustic characteristics of your speakers; after all, this is what you fell in love with when buying your speakers. To achieve this, Space Optimisation needs to understand both the interactions between your speakers and the room and the unique acoustic characteristics of your speakers; the unique acoustic characteristics of your speakers are then subtracted from the interactions between your speakers and the room, leaving only the effects of your room.

An acoustic measurement of the interactions between your speakers and room can have many sources of error which may affect the accuracy and repeat-ability of the measurement, including the choice of measurement stimulus, such as MLS or a log chirp; external noise, such as traffic noise and vibration; quality and calibration of the microphone, which can introduce distortion; and the microphone location, which can be sensitive to within a few centimetres. The use of acoustic modelling removes these sources of error: the model can apply an ideal impulse as stimulus; the modelling domain is free from noise; the model can use an ideal microphone; and the listening location is well-defined. It can thus be seen that acoustic modelling has a clear advantage over acoustic measurement in understanding the interactions between your speaker and the room.

The unique acoustic characteristics of your speakers depend on many factors, including the shape and size of the drive units and ports; the constructive and destructive interference between the drive units, ports and any cabinet-edge diffraction sources; and the angle between the listening location and your speakers. Therefore, a simple on-axis anechoic measurement of your speakers is insufficient information; what is actually required is an anechoic measurement with your speakers in the same configuration as you have them in your home. While some manufacturers do publish anechoic measurements of their speakers, both on- and off-axis, it is extremely unlikely that they will have performed an anechoic measurement of your speakers in the same configuration as you have them in your home. The acoustic modelling of such a scenario is, however, straightforward; the model can simply turn your room into an anechoic chamber to obtain the unique acoustic characteristics of your speakers in the same configuration as you have them in your home. It can thus be seen that acoustic modelling once again has a clear advantage over acoustic measurement in understanding the unique acoustic characteristics of your speakers.

From the above, it is clear that acoustic modelling is the best approach to Space Optimisation.

Can I use "Linn Account Space Optimisation" with my Exakt system?

From November 2019 you can now use Linn Account Space Optimisation with Stereo and Surround Exakt systems.

Using the Linn Klimax DSM

Top dial and front panel operation

1. PIN BUTTONS - Personalised media selection Pins 1-6

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* Press the button gently, turned as a "half press" to check what the button will do.

* Fully press the press to button to action/select this PIN operation.

Creation on PINS can be found in the Kazoo Manuals for

Windows 8/10/11,

MAC OSX 10.11+ ,

iPad/iPhone IOS 8+ and

Android 4.1+

2. CONTROL DIAL - Main control dial and switch interface

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• GO INTO SLEEP:

Press the dial CENTRE and continue to press the CENTRE (approx 2seconds) until the volume indicator dial starts to decrease.

• BRING OUT OF SLEEP:

Press any of the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT or CENTRE of the dial.

• SOURCE SELECT

1. Press the dial DOWN to list the inputs available menu
2. Scroll UP/DOWN the selection.
3. Press RIGHT to select source or LEFT to cancel selection menu

• PLAY/STOP/PAUSE

A quick press of the dial CENTRE will toggle between PLAY and STOP/PAUSE

(Radio-PLAY/STOP, Playlist-PLAY-PAUSE).

• TRACK/PRESET PREV/NEXT

A quick press of the dial LEFT/RIGHT jump to Playlist tracks or Radio stations.

• Volume

Rotate dial clockwise to increase volume, anti-clockwise to reduce volume. The dial indicators will tell you the present volume.

• SURROUND TRIM

1. With the Klimax DSM out of Sleep mode
2. Press dial UP to enter Settings menu
3. Press RIGHT to select or LEFT to cancel Settings menu
4. Scroll UP/DOWN to highlight "Surround"
5. Press RIGHT to select or LEFT to cancel Surround menu
6. Select a the channel and trim with UP/DOWN

Klimax DSM INFORMATION

• Software version

1. With the Klimax DSM out of Sleep mode
2. Press dial UP to enter Service menu
3. Scroll UP/DOWN to highlight "Software Update"
4. Press RIGHT to select or LEFT to cancel Service menu

• Klimax DSM "Properties" (Room name, device name, IP address etc)

1. Press dial UP to enter Service menu
2. Scroll DOWN to highlight "Device" or 'Network"
3. Press RIGHT to select or LEFT to cancel Properties menu

• Klimax "Settings" (|Balance, Lipsync, Surround volumes, Connect (Blutooth/Wifi) etc)

1. Press dial UP to enter Service menu
2. Scroll DOWN to highlight "Settings"
3. Press RIGHT to select or LEFT to cancel Settings menu

Note: Cancel any previous menus by pressing LEFT key.

3. Volume level & Mute indicators

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To show the current volume value and mute condition.

4. Software update available

Click for more....

This is your Klimax DSM telling you that a software update is available.

The update is not compulsary, just an indication that an update is available.

A Software update is performed by the Manage Systems - Software Updates, IR handset or Linn App. Instructions on how to do this update are listed HERE

5. Media information - This will show the source name/track name/Radio station that you are on.

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Using the IR handset i button to wake up and further presses allow you to scroll throught the display available.

• On the Playlist this is typically Artist, Album & codec information. The lower bar will show the track position information
• On a Radio source this will show the information provided by the radio station and the codec information

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6. Transport information

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Show the Play/Stop/Pause/Buffering symbol to show the current transport state.

7. Mains Power button

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Main Power switch totally power off the Klimax DSM

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Controlling your Linn DS/DSM using and infrared handset

To control your Linn DS/DSM you can you the infra-red handset supplied with product as well as the Linn App, Kazoo. This can be downloaded & installed

The infra-red handset supplied has;-

  * Volume control, Mute
  * Input control with PIN selection
  * Radio station selection using the handset joystick,
  * Playlist navigation using the handset joystick,
  * Transport control (Play, Stop, Pause, Skip & Search) &
  * Music information.

The Technical Specifications of the IR handset can be found HERE

Control of the Linn DS/DSM using a PC/MAC/Tablets & Phones

Initial installation

Linn App

The Linn DS/DSM can be done from many control points at the same time.

The name of this control App/software is Linn App

Apple App store - Linn App for iPhone / iPad

        or

Google Play - Linn App for Android Phone/Tablet

Kazoo (Aug 2023 - Ceased all development)

The Linn DS/DSM can be done from many control points at the same time.
Note: from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

The name of this control App/software is KAZOO..

Kazoo control App/software is available for

| Windows Kazoo download

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

MAC OSX Kazoo download

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

Android Kazoo for Android Phone/Tablet download

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

Using the Linn DS/DSM control software

For full operation of Kustom DSM you will need to use Linn App and/or Kazoo 4.13.64 >

As you can see from the above section there are multiple software/Apps for different control devices. Although Kazoo has the same style of control in each device, there are minor differences depending on what your control device is. This is why we have different Manuals.
These manuals should only be used as a basic guide for what the buttons can do. We would recommend just using the App/Software and only using the guide if you are having difficulty or want to see what more features are available.

These guides may show some features that are not available, or not have not be configured to work in your system. If you required more information then please contact your Retailer or Linn Support Site

iPad / iPhone / Android Linn App

• Quick Start Linn App User Guide for Android phone/Tablet & Apple iPad/iPhone

Windows Kazoo

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

Windows7

• Kazoo User Guide for for Windows7

Windows 8 / 10 / 11

• Kazoo User Guide for Windows 8 / 10 / 11

MAC/MACBook Kazoo

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

up to Yosemite (OSX 10.10)]

• Kazoo User Guide for for iMac up to Yosemite (10.10)

El Capitan (10.11 >)

• Kazoo User Guide for iMac El Capitan (10.11 >) onwards.. (including OSX Catalina 10.15)

iPad/iPhone Kazoo

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

• Kazoo User Guide for Apple iPad/iPhone

Android Kazoo

from April 2023 : Tidal have removed support for the Linn Kazoo application on ALL platforms. We recommend trying the new Linn app (available on iOS and Android)

• Kazoo User Guide for Android

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Spotify Connect

Spotify Connect can now be used on Linn products using firmware Davaar59 (Aug 2017) or later firmware. (That is, if your Linn Klimax DSM has had a software update after Aug 2017 then you can use Spotify connect)

This allows you to select and play your Spotify music on your Linn DS/DSM players and use the internal volume control on the Linn DS/DSM.

To connect your Spotify account to the Linn Klimax DSM :

1. On your control device, iPad/Android/PC/MAC etc, connect to the same computer network as your Linn DS/DSM
2. Start your Spotify app, (if it is already open then close the App, wait a few seconds, and open the App)
3. Now check the Spotify Speakers icon to find your Linn DS. (In some cases you may have to power cycle your Linn Klimax DSM before this is seen)
4. Select your Linn product, and you can now play to the Linn Klimax DSM from the Spotify account and control the Linn Klimax DSM volume.

This is web controlled and if your Linn Klimax DSM has already been paired with your Spotify account you will be able to control even if you are not on the same ethernet network.(So be careful that if you accidentally select the Linn Klimax DSM as a Spotify speaker and put the volume up high, and you are not at home)

Check FAQ Spotify Connect for more information.

ROON

from Davaar 106 onwards, (March 2024 >), the following products are also Roon Ready and support RAAT audio distribution:

▼ Roon Ready   Klimax DSM /3 (2020 Variant)   Kustom DSM   Majik DSM /4 (2020 Variant)   Selekt DSM /0   Selekt DSM /0 Classic Hub   Selekt DSM /1 Classic Hub   Selekt DSM /1 Edition Hub   Series 3 RAAT is also included with Linn DS/DSM's updated to Organik DAC's

Change Roon Protocol to Roon Ready in Manage Systems > Music tab.

This will also allow you to decide, if the Linn DS/DSM supports has the DACs to support DSD playback, which products decode the DSD. Either Roon decoding or Linn DS/DSM direct playback.

All Linn DS/DSM ARE ROON CERTIFIED devices

The Linn DS/DSM requires Davaar63 (May 2018) or later firmware to work with Roon V1.5 and above.(That is, if your Linn DS/DS/HUB has had a software update after May 2018 then you can use Roon)

This allows full hi-res audio, (192k/24bit) playback controlled by the Roon system

Songcast is used to share audio between Linn Products when using Roon. It does not use RAAT (Roon Advanced Audio Transport) for sharing Music, so cannot be set up as a Roon-Ready sharer.

Roon Tested Setup
On Linn DS proxy setups, Linn DS with Linn Kontrol preamplifier connected with RS232, the Roon volume control will not control the Linn Kontrol volume.
A Roon Core is required in your network system to allow Roon to control your Linn DS/DSM.
ENABLE the Linn DS/DSM player in the Roon - Settings - Audio - NETWORKED section.
In the Settings > Setup make sure that the Subnet of Linn Streaming is the same as the network that the Linn DS is on. Otherwise, they will not show in the Audio

Control
Primary control is through Roon.
:Transport IR is disabled on the Linn DS/DSM when the Roon input is selected from Linn DS firmware release Davaar80 (Nov 2020)

Issues
Roon uses the Linn DS/DSM as a media player, the control interface IS Roon.

• I cannot see any Linn DS in the Audio list...

If you cannot see any Linn DS product in the Audio list then check that with the setup the correct Linn Streaming subnet (network address range).

E.g. if your Linn DS has IP address 192.168.1.34 then its subnet is 192.168.1.0

• I am only getting Airplay quality audio from the Linn DS using Roon

In Roon: Settings - Audio setup page, you will have devices listed with "via Linn Streaming" and devices listed with "via Airplay".

Pressing this ENABLE button on "via Linn Streaming" will bring this Linn DS player alive.

When you press ENABLE, this will then allow you to rename this Linn DS, otherwise it will be its default name. E.g. below the "Linn Akurate DSM" - "via Linn Streaming" has been enabled and I have renamed it "Merlin Lounge".

The Linn DS/DSM products have to be declared as "Roon Tested", networked devices in the Roon Core settings. (The "AIRPLAY" option for the Linn DS/DSM must be disabled within the Roon Core).

Click on the Roon Ready - Enable and give a name to the Linn DS/DSM. (In the example below, this has been named Merlin Lounge)

• I press STOP and the Roon starts playing again...

Transport (play / pause / stop) and Volume can be controlled using Kazoo or Ir handset. Although later versions of Roon will counteract these commands. Only use the Roon controller software to control what is playing.

Linn DS Firmware Davaar80 onwards will disable transport controls whilst on the Roon input of the Linn DS/DSM

• If I select an external source whilst playing Roon, I need to reselect the source to get it playing.

This can be due to a confusion, as the Roon will send a stop command to the Linn DSM as you exit the Roon source. However, as the Linn DSM will probably have changed to this new source, then this new source is stopped by Roon. On external sources, this can only be recovered by selecting another source and going back to the originally selected source.

The solution is to Stop or Pause the Roon source BEFORE you change to a different input on the Selekt DSM.

This can also be reduced by going into Konfig or Manage systems and disabling the "AutoPlay" option.

AIRPLAY

AirPlay is a Apple protocol that allows wireless streaming media.

The Linn DS/DSM/HUB can take the audio stream via the "Netlink" input.

Check <HERE> for any issues with Airplay

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General products manuals and information

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Controlling the product User Guide

Product setup:Manage Systems user manual

Space Optimisation (Advanced)

Safety Information

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Third Party Software Copyright

Troubleshooting

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For information on: troubleshooting, Surround options, "Ripping" Cd's , Exakt system then this next section will provide the information that you need:

General points / Troubleshooting All DS troubleshooting Linn Songcast Exakt systems HDMI Issues.. (ARC, no Audio, no picture..) UPnP Media Server issue.. General Product FAQ Non-Linn software Some download Music sites	General Media and Apps Ripping Media Applications
	Surround Sound Original Surround capability Current Product Surround capability Linn Surround Module

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Technical Specifications

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1. REDIRECT Technical Specification:Klimax DSM/3 Organik variant

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