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Transporter

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Slim Devices' Transporter was designed to appeal to the most discerning audiophiles and music lovers. It streams digital music with sound quality that surpasses even the most exotic compact disc players.

At the heart of Transporter is a "no compromise" attitude to component selection and electronic design.

Datasheet (PDF) | User Guide

Feel Your Music

The new TransNav™ controller uses dynamic tactile feedback to provide fast access to any song even in the largest music collection. The sleek, backlit, infrared remote and dual fluorescent displays make it easy to use from anywhere in the room.

Quality Connectors

Transporter's back panel features a complete set of professional-grade connectors, including both balanced and unbalanced signals for its analog and digital interfaces.

Astounding Analog

The AK4396 "Miracle DAC" was chosen for its high dynamic range and low distortion. Its low out-of-band noise allows for the use of low-order output filters with higher cutoffs, resulting in preservation of phase and reduced distortion in the audible band. This extraordinary accuracy at higher frequencies allows Transporter to resolve the exact staging of instruments and the finest details of any recording. In addition, Transporter's digital inputs allow its built-in DAC to be used with other sources.

Accurate Digital

Transporter's digital path is not only "bit perfect", but also extremely accurate in timing precision. Clock signals in Transporter are handled not as ones and zeroes, but as precision analog signals. Specialized crystal oscillators, careful clock management, and linear-regulated logic supplies ensure the lowest possible jitter throughout the system.

Clean Power

Transporter's DAC and output amplifiers are powered by Super Regulators, based on the legendary design by Walt Jung. These regulators offer lower output impedance, faster response, and better noise rejection than standard three-terminal regulators. The result is an incredibly natural sound, with a pitch-black background and a shocking level of detail.

Transporter is the network music player audiophiles have been waiting for.

Inspired by music. Engineered to delight.

Reviews

Stereophile's February issue has a cover article reviewing the Transporter.
Beyond the effortless musicality, I was completely satisfied with the Transporter's sound. The bass was taut, the midrange unforced, the top end smooth and extended...Is the Transporter perfect? If you ask me, it's pretty darned close.

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The Logitech Transporter was named a finalist in the 2007 Consumer Excellence Award at Audioholics.com. While Slingbox SOLO was the overall winner in our category, Transporter recognized as a finalist.

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Joe Lozito of Big Picture Big Sound has reviewed the Transporter.

With the Transporter's support for multiple lossless compression codecs, and its ultra-high quality digital and analog components, audiophiles now have the option of ripping their entire catalog of CDs to a computer gaining instant access to any disc or song in their collection from the comfort of their couch or easy chair, without having to sacrifice one bit of sound quality.

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Detailed Specifications:

Audio Outputs and Inputs, Audio Formats, Architecture, Network, Power, Basics, Physical, Legal

Audio Outputs and Inputs

Audio Outputs (general)

Digital and analog outputs
Gold-plated RCA, XLR, and BNC connectors
Volume control is provided for all outputs
Multiple outputs may be used at the same time

Analog Outputs

AKM AK4396 Multi-bit delta-sigma digital to analog converter
Signal-to-noise, Dynamic Range: 120dB
THD+Noise: -106dB (0.00005%)
Linear Super-Regulated supplies for DAC and line-out stages

Balanced Analog Outputs

Connectors: XLR gold-plated
Level: 3Vrms (8.5Vpp)
Impedance: 100 Ohms
Attenuation: Fixed -0dB

Unbalanced Analog Outputs

Connectors: RCA gold-plated
Level: 2Vrms (5.7Vpp)
Impedance 100 Ohm (at -0dB)
Attenuation: Selectable -0, -10, -20, -30dB

Digital Outputs and Inputs

Optical, coax, BNC, and XLR digital connectors
Word clock input for synchronization with an external clock
Linear-regulated power for all clock paths
Dedicated high-precision crystal oscillators (no PLL, no resampling)
Standard IEC-958 (S/PDIF) or AES/EBU encoding
Optical connector: TOSLINK 660nm
RCA connector: capacitor-coupled 500mVpp into 75 ohms
BNC connector: transformer-coupled, 500mVpp into 75 ohms
XLR connector: 4.7Vpp into 110 ohms
Sample rates: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz
Audio format: linear PCM, 16 or 24 bits per sample
Jitter (standard deviation):
- 11ps at oscillator (intrinsic jitter)
- 17ps at DAC
- 35ps at S/PDIF receiver

Audio Formats

Lossless Formats (Apple Lossless, FLAC, WMA Lossless)
- "Bit-perfect" CD audio streaming, with reduced storage and bandwidth usage.
- Approximately 2:1 compression ratio
Uncompressed formats (AIFF, WAV, PCM)
- Supports raw pass-through of uncompressed PCM audio formats
- Digital passthrough to S/PDIF for DTS
Compressed formats (MP3, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, MP2, MusePack, WMA)
- MPEG decoding uses MAD software, widely regarded as the most accurate, most compatible MP3 decoder.
- High accuracy 24-bit synthesis
- Supports all MP3 data rates and sample rates, including VBR
May be streamed in PCM (raw), MP3 (transcoded), or FLAC (transcoded) formats
Sound Check and Replay Gain support for automatic volume control.
Some formats may require additional software installation (e.g. Quicktime), depending on platform.

Internet Radio

"Always-on" Internet Radio, powered by SqueezeNetwork, lets you tune in to Internet Radio streams even when the home PC is switched off.
Quick selection from hundreds of Internet Radio streams offered by Slim Devices' partners.
Internet Radio favorites can be saved in a playlist for easy access.
Displays song title information during playback
Support for MP3, Ogg Vorbis, and WMA formatted Internet Radio streams
Access the Pandora personalized music service via Squeezenetwork

Tech Notes

Firmware

Flash upgradeable firmware
Network settings are stored in non-volatile memory
Auto-configuration for most networks
Easy setup for wireless networks

Architecture

325 MHz 8-way multithreaded RISC processor
"Pure software" SlimDSP™ architecture
Field-upgradeable Xilinx CPLD
64Mb high-speed RAM
16Mb program flash
Low-power, fanless design

Network

Wireless Interface

True 802.11g wireless networking (can be disabled)
Bridging capability allows Ethernet devices to connect to the network through the wireless interface
Throughput up to 54Mbps, high speed PCI interface to radio module
Dual external antennas for improved range and throughput
Supports all 802.11b and 802.11g access points
Automatically detects available wireless networks for quick setup
Supports both WPA Personal, WPA2-AES and 64/128-bit WEP encryption

Ethernet Interface

True 100Mbps throughput
Shielded CAT5 RJ-45 connector
Connects to any 100Mbps or 10Mbps network
Auto-detects full duplex and half duplex modes
Automatic receive polarity correction
Maximum cable length: 100 meters (328 feet)

Home Automation Interface

RS-232 connector for serial integration with Crestron and other home automation systems

Power

Power Input

100-240v, 50-60Hz AC
Internal Fuse: 500mA
Standard IEC power connector
Included IEC power cable specific to shipping destination

Power Supply

Separate linear supplies for Analog, DAC, and clocks
Auto-ranging, relay-controlled AC input
Three Super Regulators for analog stages (+15, -15, +5)
High-efficiency, low noise SMPS for CPU, Display
Continuous AC voltage monitoring
Automatic over-voltage protection
Low-power "deep sleep" mode

Basics

What's Included

Transporter Network Music Player
AC Power cable (appropriate plug by region)
User's manual
SqueezeCenter software (requires download)
Backlit 31-key infrared remote, with 2 AA batteries

System Requirements

All systems: 256MB RAM, ethernet or wireless network, and 20MB hard disk space
Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.3 or later
Windows: 733Mhz Pentium running Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Linux/BSD/Solaris/Other: Perl 5.8.3 or later

Physical

General

Dimensions (with feet): 17.0"W x 3.03"H x 12.25"D (433mm x 77mm x 311mm)
Dimensions (without feet): 17.0"W x 2.8"H x 12.25"D (433mm x 70mm x 311mm)
Case: Aircraft grade aluminum available with black or clear anodized finishes

Display

Two large, high-resolution vacuum fluorescent displays
640x32 grayscale pixels, combined display
Beautiful high-speed, full-screen visualizers
Bitmapped graphics, multiple fonts, animation, and images
Brightness control

Infrared Remote

Standard 38Khz IR
Hand-held remote, 32 backlit buttons
Durable black finish
Includes "SmartScroll" algorithms to quickly access favorite songs within large lists
Custom codes do not conflict with other devices
Data format fully compatible with most programmable and universal remotes (Harmony)
Templates available for Pronto and other remotes
Supports discrete on/off and other "shortcut" codes

Legal Notes

Warranty

Three years parts and labor

Regulatory Compliance

CE Class B
FCC Class B
Canada ICES-0003 Class B

Squeezebox Duet

Squeezebox Duet $399

Squeezebox Controller only $299

Squeezebox Reciever only $149

Listen to the music you love in any room in your home. Browse and play songs from your personal collection, online music services, and Internet radio. Enjoy crystal clear, CD-quality audio in your home theater, the stereo in your bedroom, the mini system in the kitchen — anywhere you have audio gear.

Product Tour | YouTube Video | User Guide

Squeezebox Duet consists of a multi-room Squeezebox Controller & charging stand, and a Squeezebox Receiver.

Play all of your music from the palm of your hand

The multi-room controller with 2.4-inch color display makes it easy to browse playlists, albums, artists, and more. Even search by name. Convenient scroll wheel, simple menus, and intuitive buttons make navigation a breeze.

Experience incredible sound quality

Expert engineering and sophisticated audio rendering technology provide sound clarity to please even the most demanding audiophile.

Enjoy a hassle-free, wireless setup

Advanced 802.11g wireless technology eliminates the need to string wires everywhere just to listen to the music from your computer. And setting up an additional room is simple as pushing a button — even on secure networks.

Listen even when your computer is off

Access millions of songs, thousands of Internet radio stations, and music service providers such as Pandora, Rhapsody and Slacker, without ever turning on your computer using SqueezeNetwork™, our unique Internet service. Even your personal music collection can be stored online in an MP3tunes music locker and played through your Squeezebox.

Music everywhere

Connect the Squeezebox Receiver to your stereo or powered speakers and create a musical oasis. Add additional Squeezebox Receivers and listen to a different song in each room, or synchronize them and hear the same music everywhere.

Squeezebox Duet Network Music Player Back

Squeezebox Receiver rear detail

Reviews

PC Magazine reviewed the Logitech Squeezebox Duet and gave us 4 of 5 stars.

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CNET reviewed the Logitech Squeezebox Duet and gave us their Editors Choice award.

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The Logitech Squeezebox Duet made #3 on NOTCOT's Top 10 Cravings of CES.

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Logitech® is excited to announce the Squeezebox™ Duet Network Music System, featuring the all new Squeezebox Controller Network Music Controller and Squeezebox Receiver Network Music Player.

Read the press release to find out more!

The Logitech Squeezebox Duet has won the CNET Best of CES 2008 award in the home audio category.

Read the full review...

Audio Outputs

Audio outputs (general)

Digital and analog outputs
All RCA connectors are gold-plated
Volume control is provided for all outputs
Multiple outputs may be used at the same time

Analog RCA outputs

High fidelity Wolfson® 24-bit DAC
Two dedicated linear power regulators for DAC and line-out stages
4.8Vpp line-level outputs
Signal-to-noise ratio: over 90dB
Total harmonic distortion: less than -88dB (0.004%)

Digital S/PDIF outputs

Optical and coax digital connections
Dedicated high-precision crystal oscillators (no PLL, no resampling)
Standard IEC-958 (S/PDIF) encoding
Optical connector: TOSLINK 660nm
Coax connector: RCA, 500mVpp into 75 ohms
Sample rates: 44.1Khz, 48Khz
Audio format: linear PCM, 16 or 24 bits per sample
Intrinsic jitter: less than 50ps (standard deviation)

Audio Formats

Audio formats

Lossless Formats (Apple Lossless, FLAC, WMA Lossless)
- "Bit-perfect" CD audio streaming, with reduced storage and bandwidth usage
- Approximately 2:1 compression ratio
Uncompressed formats (AIFF, WAV, PCM)
- Supports raw pass-through of uncompressed PCM audio formats
- Digital passthrough to S/PDIF for DTS
Compressed formats (MP3, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, MP2, MusePack, WMA)
- MPEG decoding uses MAD software, widely regarded as the most accurate, most compatible MP3 decoder
- High accuracy 24-bit synthesis
- Supports all MP3 data rates and sample rates, including VBR
May be streamed in PCM (raw), MP3 (transcoded), or FLAC (transcoded) formats
Sound Check and Replay Gain support for automatic volume control
Some formats may require additional software installation (e.g. QuickTime), depending on platform

Internet Radio

"Always-on" Internet Radio, powered by SqueezeNetwork, lets you tune in to Internet Radio streams even when the home PC is switched off
Quick selection from hundreds of Internet Radio streams offered by Logitech's partners
Internet Radio favorites can be saved in a playlist for easy access
Displays song title information during playback
Support for MP3, Ogg Vorbis, and WMA formatted Internet Radio streams

Tech Notes

Squeezebox Controller Architecture

Samsung 200 MHz ARM processor
64 MB NAND programmable flash
64 MB high-speed RAM
3-axis accelerometer tilt sensor
Removable 1250 mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery

Firmware

Flash upgradeable firmware
Network settings are stored in non-volatile memory
Easy setup for wireless networks

Squeezebox Receiver Architecture

250 MHz 8-way multithreaded RISC processor
"Pure software" SlimDSP™ architecture
Field-upgradeable Xilinx CPLD
64Mb high-speed RAM
16Mb NAND programmable flash
Low-power design, all solid-state, fanless

Network

Wireless Interface

(Squeezebox Receiver and Controller)

True 802.11g wireless networking
No wireless router required - Squeezebox Controller wirelessly connects to ethernet networks through Squeezebox Receiver
Throughput up to 54Mbps, high speed PCI interface to radio module
Dual antennas for improved range and throughput (Squeezebox Receiver)
Supports all 802.11b and 802.11g access points
Automatically detects available networks for quick setup
Supports both WPA Personal, WPA2-AES and 64/128-bit WEP encryption

Ethernet Interface

(Squeezebox Receiver)

True 100Mbps throughput
Shielded CAT5 RJ-45 connector
Connects to any 100Mbps or 10Mbps network
Auto-detects full duplex and half duplex modes
Automatic receive polarity correction
Maximum cable length: 100 meters (328 feet)

Power

Squeezebox Receiver Power input

9.0V DC, regulated
Center positive, sleeve ground
Connector: 1.05mm ID, 3.5mm OD, 7mm long
Min supply rating: 550mA

Power supplies

Universal switching power supplies included
Power supplies are small, efficient, and do not get hot
One of four adapter plate styles is included depending on country

Basics

What's included

Squeezebox Controller
Squeezebox Receiver
Charging Cradle with power supply
Power supply for the receiver
6-foot gold plated RCA patch cord
Installation guide
Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack

System requirements:

SqueezeCenter™ 7+ or SqueezeNetwork
All systems: 256MB RAM and 80MB hard disk space
Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.3.5 or later
Windows: 733Mhz Pentium running Window 2000/XP/Vista
Linux/BSD/Solaris/Other (Perl 5.8.3 or later)
Ethernet and/or 802.11b/g wireless home network
Broadband Internet connection required for Internet radio and music service

Physical

Squeezebox Receiver

Dimensions: L: 156mm x W: 106mm (w/o connectors); 112.5mm (w/connectors) x H: 29.25mm
Finish: high gloss black

Squeezebox Controller

Dimensions: L: 156.2mm x W: 50.8mm x H: 18.8mm
Finish: high gloss black
2.4-inch color LCD TFT display
- 240 x 320 pixels
- 256K colors
- LED backlit

Legal Notes

Warranty

Two years parts and labor

Regulatory compliance

CE Class B
FCC Class B
Canada ICES-0003 Class B