Innuos PULSAR Streamer

• When it comes to HiFi, whether streaming from music services, a NAS, or a dedicated music server, you want your music to sound its best and your network music player needs to ensure you hear the music the way it was intended; this is where PULSAR really shines. PULSAR is the star of our PULSE Series network music players and it’s packed with things that make it stand out the moment you hear it. As amazing as PULSAR is on the ears, it’s equally beautiful to the eyes, both inside and out.
  
• PULSAR is made with a full bead-blasted and anodised high-grade aluminium chassis in your choice of Silver or Black, that is both elegant and classic - yet the best is still reserved for what’s inside.
  ⦿ Custom ARC6 module with Active Rectification, over 130000 µF of Mundorf Capacitors
  ⦿ 300VA audio-grade toroidal transformer
  ⦿ Single-level Cell SSD with Custom CX Regulator Module
  ⦿ Three independent power rails, one each for the Main Board, SSD and Reclocker
  
• BENEATH THE SHELL
  Beneath its sleek exterior, the PULSAR is packing a custom ARC6 module (Active Rectification with six Capacitors) with active rectification, over 130000 µF of Mundorf capacitors followed by a large inductor and a massive 300VA audio-grade toroidal transformer with an epoxy-filled center for dampening vibration, and magnetic screening with coated SYN-SHIELD copper tape between windings and wrapped in black Mylar Tape.
  
• PULSAR features an optimized USB output to take sound quality to the PULSE line’s highest level by incorporating a PhoenixUSB Lite Reclocker. The reclocker is powered by a custom CX Regulator Module.
  
• The SSD hosting the innuOS Operating System in PULSAR is also upgraded to a SLC (Single-Level Cell) module, as opposed to the more common TLC (Triple-Level Cell) for the best durability and lower operating power noise.
  
• Asymmetrical feet are installed on PULSAR to support the player while also being strategically placed to help dampen vibration from the sound system during playback. It's the little details like this, combined with larger ones like the power supply and integrated PhoenixUSB Lite reclocker that make for unforgettable playback.
  
• PULSAR comes in your choice of Silver or Black, but the finish of the chassis and fascia in either color is breathtakingly beautiful.
  
• BEST IN CLASS STREAMING
  Whether you're streaming from an existing music server, NAS or streaming service, PULSAR will deliver you a large, deep soundstage with incredible instrument separation and true-to-life sound textures that bring emotion to your listening experience.
  
• Controlled via Innuos Sense App
• Managing your music should never get in the way of listening to your music - it should complement the experience. The Innuos Sense app is a powerful music management tool that works the way you do – it is made to help you manage, organize and play your music and navigate streaming services with ease. Sense is available as a free download and tightly integrates with high-end online music services and our in-house developed innuOS Operating System to deliver optimal music playback with the following features:
• Qobuz and Tidal MAX integration including Artist Bios, Related Artists, Top Tracks and expanded streaming experience with Deezer and Hi-Res Audio
• Management of Qobuz and Tidal MAX albums together with albums stored on one or more Network Attached Storage (NAS) for a unified Music Library
• Internet Radio with easy preset facilities, plus access to FLAC Radio Paradise streams and mixes
• Fast, integrated searches through internet radio, streaming services, local files and NAS drives
• Easy creation of playlists from multiple streaming services, local files and NAS drives
• Ability to play music from connected USB storage drives
• Curated and configurable Smart Mixes based on your music
• Home Screen widgets allow you to customize and access your favorite features at the touch of a button
• Multiple ways to browse music (by Artist, Albums, Tracks, Tags etc...) with fast A-Z navigation.
  
• Main Features
• FLEXIBILITY
  Each PULSAR series Network Music Player has two modes – these modes give you the flexibility to configure your network music player to work the way you want it to. Your music, played your way.
• In Standalone mode, you can use the Innuos Sense app to play streaming services, Internet Radio and music stored on a NAS, to a multitude of audio systems. In this mode, the PULSAR becomes the center of your audio system, enabling you also to use the Sense app with other streaming devices on your network.
• In Endpoint Mode, PULSAR connects to a main music server, be it an Innuos Music Server, HQ Player or any server running Logitech Media Server. The PULSAR will then show as a zone on the respective music server app and you can use your preferred app to browse and play music through the PULSAR.
  
• 01.Integrated USB Reclocker
  The USB reclocker on PULSAR is a lite version of our legendary PhoenixUSB reclocker. PULSAR’s reclocker uses a single rail of LPSU to power both clock and USB chip instead of a separate rail for each that the PhoenixUSB uses, yet greatly improves timing consistency and what you hear.
  The PULSAR reclocker is also modular so in the future there may be upgrades or different options made available.
  
• 01.Convenient Design
  With its compact footprint, low-power efficiency, quiet operation and range of connectivity, the PULSAR is a convenient and discreet music streamer for all your music from an Innuos music server, HiFi streaming services and internet radio.
  
• 02.Power Isolation
  PULSAR is more than a step up for better music playback – it stands head and shoulders above using a computer for streaming.
  One of the ways PULSAR excels is through power isolation. PULSAR has three independent power rails: one for the main board, one for the Reclocker, and one for the SSD. This isolation makes for cleaner power to each component and helps reveal blacker backgrounds, more detail and dimension.
  
• 03.Connectivity Made Easy
  PULSAR outputs PCM up to 32bit/768kHz as well as up to DSD512 via USB to compatible DACs.
  
• 04.The Sum of its Parts
  PULSAR infuses musicality and ease-of-use in a player that not only streams your music, it reveals it.
  The combination of high-quality components and custom engineering, with the innuOS Operating System and Sense app to drive it all makes for remarkable-sounding music streaming that simply can’t be unheard.
• PULSAR leverages more than a decade of engineering, advancements in software and premium-quality component selection to achieve its detailed sound.
  
  

• Specifications
• AUDIO OUTPUTS
  Digital OutputUSB DAC output with PhoenixUSB Lite Reclocker (Up to 32bit/768KHz, Up to DSD256 via DoP, Up to DSD512 via Native DSD). Other Modules to be made available in the future.
• CONNECTIVITY
  Ethernet2 x rear panel RJ45 – Bridged Gigabit EthernetUSB4x USB 3.0
• FORMATS
  Audio Formats Supported for streaming and playingWAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, MP3, MQA
• ENDPOINT MODE
  Endpoint ModeConnects to Innuos Music Servers, Logitech Media Server based Servers or HQPlayer Server
• USER CONTROL INTERFACES
  Web InterfaceModern Web Browsers from iOS, Android, Windows and Mac OSMobileInnuos Sense App (iOS/Android/Kindle Fire)
• HARDWARE
  CPUIntel Quad Core N4200Memory8GB DDR3 Low-Voltage RAM (4GB Dedicated for RAM Playback)
• STREAMING AND DAC SUPPORTS
  UPnP/DLNA Controls selected UPnP streamers as endpoints via Sense
  Streaming Services Internet Radio, Qobuz, HighResAudio, Deezer, Radio Paradise, Tidal
  USB DAC Support USB DACs complying to USB Audio Class 2
  USB DACs supporting DSD over DoP protocol
  Selected USB DACs supporting Native DSD
• REQUIREMENTS
  NetworkInternet connection to access Internet Radio, Streaming Services and software updatesNetwork router with at least one available ethernet portPremium subscription required for some streaming services such as Spotify, Qobuz and TIDAL
• POWER
  Mains Supply230V AC / 115V AC Power Consumption (Idle)7WPower Consumption (Peak)
  Standalone mode 13.7W
• PHYSICAL Dimensions
  420mm x 290mm x 76mm (W x D x H)
• Weight
  10,17 kg (11,5 kg boxed)
• In the box
  Innuos PULSAR Network Player
• Mains Cable
  2m Ethernet Cable
  Quick Start Guide
  
  
  

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