AQUA LinQ Core

AQUA LinQ Core

LinQ is a highly modular device, based on a series of completely independent units.

Each module performs a particular function, for which it is optimized.

We will have a Roon Ready (RAAT) module and a UPnP DLNA streaming module, etc.

Each module has its own dedicated power supply and connects to a connector on the device's base platform. In addition to optimizing the particular function, this architecture guarantees an exceptional possibility of future upgrades.

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The new LinQ was created following a precise idea.

Quick and standard technical solutions do not belong to the aqua philosophy.

aqua has developed an extremely streamlined long-life platform and network bridge modules, focused on audio playback functions.

We prefer to use knowledge developed in-house, for various reasons regarding the aqua SQ standards.

This has required considerable effort in terms of time and resources, but the result is immediately apparent on the first use.

LinQ is a highly modular device, based on a series of completely independent units.

Each module performs a particular function, for which it is optimized.

Then we will have a Roon Ready (RAAT) module, a UPnP DLNA streaming module, etc.

Each module has its own dedicated power supply and connects to a connector on the device's base platform. In addition to optimizing the particular function, this architecture guarantees an exceptional possibility of future upgrades.

The communication lines of each module with the network are galvanically isolated. Note that additional isolation is guaranteed by the fact that one of the modules is a LAN switch, developed in-house by aqua. This is an important point: in fact, during the listening tests, and also in the laboratory ones, we obtained the best results using this architecture with a built-in LAN switch.

Always targeting the sound result, LinQ does not use a USB interface: the output is on AQlink, the proprietary connection of aqua I2S. This bypasses the "pass" in USB, avoid any loss in sound quality.

In addition, proprietary circuits have been developed in the FPGA output, to implement the S / PDIF, AES / EBU and dual-AES outputs.

Technical Characteristics:

• Patented fully floating 2-stage Network + FPGA hybrid module with proprietary code.

• Uncompromising digital interface AQlink PRO (I2S protocol).

• 4 future-proof network protocols (modules). Now Available: Roon Ready Bridge (RAAT) and UPnP DLNA.

• 2 independent low noise C-Core power transformers for network circuits and digital decoding.

• MODULAR DESIGN with upgradeable multiplatform platform.

• High quality parts.

• Input:

- ETHERNET network | North. 1 standard RJ-45 LAN connector.

No network configuration is required (DHCP system).

• Outputs:

- AQlink I2S | North. 1 Ethercon RJ-45 connector (PCM 32 bit 384kHz / DSD128 max).

- Dual-AES / EBU (IEC 60958) | North. 2 x 110 ohm XLR connectors (PCM 24 bit 384kHz / DSD128 max).

- AES / EBU (IEC 60958-4) | North. 1 x 110 ohm XLR connector (PCM 24 bit 192kHz / DSD64 max).

- S / PDIF (IEC 60958-1) | North. 1 x 75 ohm BNC connector (PCM 24 bit 192kHz / DSD64 max).

- S / PDIF (IEC 60958-3) | North. 1 RCA connector (PCM 24 bit 192kHz / DSD64 max).

• OLED display with user-selectable illumination.

• IR remote control RC5 (optional).

• Anti-resonant aluminum cabinet with Nextel.

• Designed and handmade in Italy.

• 5-year warranty

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