Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra

Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra Audio Streamer User Manual

Model: Stream Box S2 Ultra (QP382694)

1. Okwu mmalite

The Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra is a high-resolution audio network player designed to integrate digital music sources into your existing audio system. It supports various streaming services and offers multiple connectivity options for a versatile listening experience. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your Stream Box S2 Ultra.

2. Ntuziaka nchekwa dị mkpa

  • Read these instructions thoroughly before operating the device.
  • Debe ntuziaka ndị a maka ntụnye aka n'ọdịnihu.
  • Ṅaa ntị ịdọ aka ná ntị niile na ngwaahịa yana na ntuziaka ọrụ.
  • Soro ntuziaka niile.
  • Ejila ngwa a n'akụkụ mmiri.
  • Jiri akwa kpọrọ nkụ hichaa naanị.
  • Akwụsịla oghere ikuku ikuku ọ bụla. Wụnye dị ka ntuziaka onye nrụpụta si dị.
  • Awụnyela n'akụkụ ebe okpomọkụ ọ bụla dị ka radiators, ndekọ okpomọkụ, stovu, ma ọ bụ ngwa ndị ọzọ (gụnyere amplifiers) nke na-emepụta okpomọkụ.
  • Chebe eriri ọkụ ka ị ghara ịgagharị ma ọ bụ tuo ya, ọkachasị na plọg, ebe nchekwa dị mma, na ebe ha si na ngwa ahụ pụta.
  • Jiri naanị mgbakwunye / ngwa ndị nrụpụta akọwapụtara.
  • Kwupu ngwa a n'oge oke mmiri ozuzo ma ọ bụ mgbe ejighi ya ogologo oge.
  • Tụtụ aka n'aka ndị ọrụ ruru eru. A na-achọ ọrụ mgbe ngwa ahụ mebiri emebi n'ụzọ ọ bụla, dị ka eriri ọkụ ma ọ bụ plọg mebiri emebi, mmiri mmiri wụfuru ma ọ bụ ihe dabara n'ime ngwa ahụ, ekpughere ngwa ahụ na mmiri ozuzo ma ọ bụ mmiri, anaghị arụ ọrụ nke ọma. , ma ọ bụ ahapụla ya.

3. Ihe ngwugwu

Please check that all items listed below are included in your product packaging:

  • Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra unit
  • Ihe nkwụnye ọkụ
  • USB-C USB
  • Auxiliary to Auxiliary Cable
  • Coaxial to Auxiliary Cable
  • Njikwa anya
  • Akwụkwọ ntuziaka (akwụkwọ a)

4. Ntuziaka Nhazi

Follow these steps to set up your Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra:

  1. Nkwanye: Place the Stream Box S2 Ultra on a stable, flat surface, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and moisture. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit.
  2. Njikọ ike: Connect the provided USB-C cable to the "Power" port on the rear of the Stream Box S2 Ultra and the other end to the power adapter. Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet.
  3. Njikọ netwọk:
    • Ekwenyere (akwadoro): Connect an Ethernet cable from your router to the "Ethernet" port on the rear of the Stream Box S2 Ultra.
    • Ikuku: The device supports Wi-Fi connectivity. Refer to the "Operating Instructions" section for details on connecting to a wireless network via the control app.
  4. Njikọ mmepụta ọdịyo: Connect the Stream Box S2 Ultra to your audio system (e.g., DAC, amplifier, soundbar) using one of the following methods:
    • DAC: Use a USB cable to connect the "USB" port (labeled DAC) on the Stream Box S2 Ultra to your external Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC).
    • Ngwa anya: Use an optical cable (not included) to connect the "Optical Out" port to your amplifier ma ọ bụ ụda ụda.
    • Coaxial: Use the provided Coaxial to Auxiliary cable to connect the "Coax Out" port to a compatible input on your audio system.
    • Analog: Use the provided Auxiliary to Auxiliary cable to connect the "Audio Out" (RCA) ports to an analog input on your ampna -emegharị ihe.
  5. Ike izizi: Once all connections are secure, press the power button on the front panel or the remote control to turn on the device.
Rear panel of Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra showing DAC, USB, Ethernet, HDMI, Power, and Bypass ports.

Image: Rear panel connections of the Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra. This view highlights the various input and output ports including DAC, USB, Ethernet, HDMI, Power, and Bypass, essential for connecting the device to your audio system and network.

5. Ntuziaka ọrụ

5.1. Usoro nchịkwa

  • Njikwa akụkụ ihu: The Stream Box S2 Ultra features touch-sensitive buttons on its top panel for basic functions such as power, volume adjustment, and play/pause.
  • Njikwa anya: Use the included remote control for comprehensive control over playback, volume, input selection, and other settings. The remote includes dedicated buttons for power, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, playback controls (rewind, fast forward, play/pause), EQ mode, USB, and customizable buttons (1 and 2).
  • Ngwa mkpanaaka: Download the dedicated control app (available for iOS and Android devices) to manage multiple devices, set up Wi-Fi connections, change audio input modes, and control playback.

5.2. Connecting to Streaming Services

The Stream Box S2 Ultra supports popular streaming services such as Spotify and TIDAL. Integration with these services is typically managed through the mobile control app. Follow the app's instructions to link your accounts and access your music library.

5.3. Roon Ready Functionality

The device is Roon Ready, allowing seamless integration with your Roon music management system. Ensure your Roon Core is set up and the Stream Box S2 Ultra is connected to the same network for discovery and control.

N'ihu view of Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra with logos for Roon Ready, Spotify, TIDAL, DSD, Hi-Res Audio, and EISA Best Product award.

Foto: N'ihu view of the Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra, highlighting its compatibility with various audio technologies and streaming services, including Roon, Spotify, and TIDAL, and its recognition with an EISA Best Product award.

6. Available Connections

The Stream Box S2 Ultra offers a variety of input and output options:

  • USB (DAC): For connecting to an external Digital-to-Analog Converter.
  • USB (PC): For connecting to a personal computer.
  • Ethernet: Maka njikọ netwọk ikuku.
  • HDMI: For video output (resolution 720p) or audio return channel (ARC) functionality.
  • Ọpụpụ anya: Mmepụta ọdịyo dijitalụ.
  • Coax pụọ: Mmepụta ọdịyo dijitalụ.
  • Audio Out (RCA L/R): Mmepụta ọdịyo analog.
  • Power (USB-C): Maka ntinye ike.
  • gafere: Specific function for bypassing certain internal processing (refer to advanced settings in the app for details).

7. Nka na ụzụ nkọwa

ỤdịPro-Ject
Aha NlereanyaStream Box S2 Ultra
Nọmba nlereanyaQP382694
AgbaỌlaọcha
Teknụzụ NjikọtaUSB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Ọrụ ịntanetị akwadoroSpotify, TIDAL, Roon Ready
Ụdị njikwaRemote Control, Mobile App
Ụdị IheTV Box (Compact Audio Streamer)
Ibu Ibu1.8 pound
Mkpebi mmepụta vidiyo720p (via HDMI)
Codec vidiyoH.264, H.265/HEVC
Ngwa dakọtaraPersonal Computer, External DACs, Amplifiers, Soundbars

8. Nchọpụta nsogbu

If you encounter issues with your Stream Box S2 Ultra, please refer to the following common solutions:

  • Enweghị ike: Ensure the power adapter is securely connected to the device and a working power outlet. Check the USB-C cable for damage.
  • Enweghị mpụta ụda:
    • Verify all audio cables are correctly connected to the appropriate input on your amplifier/DAC and output on the Stream Box S2 Ultra.
    • Check the input selection on your amplifier/DAC to ensure it matches the connected input from the Stream Box S2 Ultra.
    • Confirm the volume level on both the Stream Box S2 Ultra and your audio system is not muted or set too low.
    • If using a DAC, ensure it is powered on and functioning correctly.
  • Okwu Njikọta netwọkụ:
    • Mara: Check the Ethernet cable connection to both the Stream Box S2 Ultra and your router. Ensure your router is powered on and has an active internet connection.
    • Ikuku: Use the mobile app to reconfigure your Wi-Fi settings. Ensure the device is within range of your Wi-Fi router. Restarting your router may also resolve connection issues.
  • App Not Connecting/Functioning:
    • Ensure your mobile device and the Stream Box S2 Ultra are on the same network.
    • Restart the app and the Stream Box S2 Ultra.
    • Lelee maka mmelite ngwa n'ụlọ ahịa ngwa ngwaọrụ gị.
  • Ogo ụda adịghị mma:
    • Ensure you are using high-quality audio cables.
    • Check the source audio file quality. For optimal performance, use lossless audio formats.
    • Minimize interference by keeping the Stream Box S2 Ultra away from other electronic devices.

9. Nlekọta na nlekọta

  • Nhicha: Jiri ákwà dị nro ma kpọọ nkụ hichaa mpụta nke ihe ahụ. Ejila ihe nhicha mmiri ma ọ bụ ihe na-eme ka ọ dị nro.
  • Igwe ikuku: Gbaa mbọ hụ na egbochighị oghere ikuku iji gbochie ikpo oke ọkụ.
  • Nchekwa: Ọ bụrụ na ị na-echekwa ngwaọrụ ahụ ruo ogologo oge, kwụpụ ya na ike wee chekwaa ya n'ebe dị jụụ na nkụ.
  • Mmelite femụwe: Periodically check for firmware updates through the mobile app or Pro-Ject's official websaịtị iji hụ na arụmọrụ kacha mma yana ịnweta atụmatụ ọhụrụ.

10. Akwụkwọ ikike na nkwado

The Pro-Ject Stream Box S2 Ultra comes with a manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included in your package or visit the official Pro-Ject websaịtị maka nkọwa na usoro akwụkwọ ikike.

For technical support, troubleshooting assistance, or service inquiries, please contact Pro-Ject customer support or your authorized dealer. Contact information can typically be found on the Pro-Ject websaịtị ma ọ bụ n'ime akwụkwọ ngwaahịa gị.

Online resources and FAQs may also be available on the manufacturer's website to help resolve common issues.

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