New Linn Control Interface For KISTO/ KINOS Systems

Since the introduction of the SONDEK LP12 in 1972, Linn has been a pioneer in the development of innovative hi-fi, home theatre, and multi-room systems delivering the highest standards of audio performance. In an exciting new development, Linn announces a unique new home theatre system control interface that runs on Pocket PCs. KINIK (pronounced ‘ki-NEEK’) is a Linn-designed GUI that enables wireless control of the Linn KISTO system controller (and soon the Linn KINOS system controller) and any source components connected, via a Pocket PC. KINIK operates on many Pocket PCs running Windows Mobile 2003 SE or Mobile 5 and is exceptionally simple to use, with full set-up possible in just a few minutes. This new interface will control all Linn source components with RS232 compatibility, and also non-Linn sources including CD and DVD players, satellite and cable receivers, controlled by KINIK via a Linn DEKODA IR translator. KINIK provides instant two-way communication between user and system, allowing the feedback of track, volume and source information on the screen of their Pocket PC. In addition, because KINIK is a wireless application, it can be used anywhere within the range of a suitable router, offering extremely flexible control of any home theatre system. For further Press information, please visit: www.linn.co.uk SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Linn KINIK software Linn KISTO system controller running V 7 software or later or Linn KINOS system controller running V 5 software or later Linn DEKODA and LINSTALL 2 software (V 2.7 or later) Required if any non-Linn sources are connected to the KISTO/KINOS Pocket PC: KINIK is compatible with Pocket PCs running Windows Mobile 2003 SE or Mobile 5 that have a 480 x 640 pixel VGA display. KINIK has been verified on the following models: HP iPAQ rx4700 Dell Axim X51v Acer n311 Router: Must be a 802.11b or g type wireless router. Suitable models that have so far been identified are: Linksys WRT54GS-UK Belkin Airgo F5D8230-4 Version 2000uk Buffalo Airstation WYR-G54 SafeCom SWBR-5400 Access point: Can be used if a network already exists. The following model has been identified as being suitable: Netgear ProSafe model no. WAG102 Ethernet cables: One cable of suitable length is required to connect KISTO/KINOS to the router/access point. If a Linn KIVOR TUNBOKS or INDEX is connected to the system controller, a further cable is required to connect it to the router/access point. Microsoft Active Sync Software that allows communication between a computer and a Pocket PC. It is usually provided on a CD with Pocket PCs. If it is not, it is available from (http://www.microsoft.com/ downloads -> “Windows Mobile”) If either a Linn CD12 cd player or Linn PEKIN tuner is part of the KISTO/KINOS system, they should be upgraded to the latest version of software. Important note: Linn cannot guarantee that KINIK will function correctly with Pocket PCs, routers or access points not listed above.