ELAC Discovery DS-S101-G
Discover the world of computer audio without the computer.
Adding the Discovery Series DS-S101-G Music Server to an existing system is simple. Connect the Discovery to the internet and one of the outputs to the upcoming ELAC Integrated Amplifier or your existing system.
Adding your personal music collection is a snap. Connect either a hard drive to the rear mounted USB port or point the Discovery to your NAS (Networked Attached Storage) device and the Discovery will take care of the rest, organizing and gathering feature rich meta-data for your entire music collection.
Expanding your Discovery system to other rooms is easy. Whether you want the full functionality of an integrated amplifier or a simple wireless speaker in the kids’ room, the Discovery eco-system is ready to grow when you are.
* iOS (64-bit Devices), Android, Windows (7, 8, and 10) and Apple OSX
It’s really very simple The Discovery Music Server lets users open their personal music vault from another computer, Apple iPad** or Android tablet. Whether your choice is a full ELAC system, powered by an ELAC integrated amplifier and running an ELAC loudspeaker system, or a pair of ear buds, you can listen in one room or around the house with other Discovery-compatible products. |
A wave of music Discovery delivers music based on relationships between performers and composers, starting from the tracks you choose. TIDAL* delivers no-compromise music streaming, with millions of tracks in lossless, audiophile quality—a bigger music landscape than ever before. * Separate Tidal Subscription required |
Your music, as you like it Between users and across devices, you can select from downloads, ripped CDs and streaming services. Your collection is supported by a rich library of images and information—an archive of material that adds depth, knowledge and excitement to your listening. |
Audiophile reproduction The artists and engineers who recorded your music took great care creating it. It’s no secret that Discovery takes the same care playing it back. |
CONNECTIONS
Analog outputs (independent zones): 2
Coaxial output (independent zone): 1 (192kHz 24-Bit Max)
Optical output: 1 (96kHz 24-Bit Max)
USB port (mass storage class): 1 USB 2.0
Ethernet port: 1 Gigabit Ethernet
END POINT SUPPORT
Discovery
AirPlay
Roon End Point
CONTROL & USER INTERFACE
ROON Essentials Control app: For iOS (64-bit Devices), Android (4.4 and higher), Windows (7, 8, and 10) and Apple OSX (10.8 and higher)
FORMAT SUPPORT
Supported Audio Formats: WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, OGG, MP3, AAC
192kHz 24-Bit Audio Formats: WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC
EXTERNAL USB HDD FILE SYSTEM SUPPORT: EXT2, EXT3, EXT4, HFS+, NTFS, VFAT, AND VFAT
INTEGRATED STREAMING SERVICES: Tidal
Track Limit: 30,000 Tracks (Combination of Personal and Tidal Content) * Firmware Update Coming Soon
PLAYBACK MODES
Gapless, Crossfade, Shuffle, and Repeat
MULTI-ROOM SUPPORT
Type: Wired and Wireless
Synchronized Audio: Yes (Analog 1 & 2 can be grouped together and synchronized) (Wireless End-Points can be grouped together and synchronized as well). Please note that since the digital outputs always output the native sampling rate and bit depth it cannot be synchronized with the analog outputs.
POWER SUPPLY & CONSUMPTION
Power Supply: 12VDC 2A
Power Consumption Normal Operation: 4.8 Watts
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Dimensions (WxHxD): 8-1/4″ x 1-7/8″ x 4-5/16
Weight: 2lbs
NOTE: The Discovery can be controlled using the free Roon Essentials app for Windows, OS X, iOS, and Android.
Preliminary information. All specifications subject to change.
Disclaimers and Legal Information
Roon
Copyright 2015 Roon Labs LLC
Tidal
Copyright 2013 Aspiro Music AS. All Rights Reserved
ELAC
Copyright 2016 ELAC GMBH
Third Party content services may be changed, suspended, interrupted, or discontinued at any time without notice, and ELAC disclaims any liability in connection with such occurrences.
iOS™ and iPhone™ are registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc., USA, licensed to Apple Inc., USA.
Android™ is a registered trademark of Google Inc., USA.