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BROOKLYN BRIDGE II
ROON CORE
STREAMER Hi-END DAC
ROON CORE
PREAMP
HEADPH AMP
Startup Guide + Users`s Manual
Ver. 2023-12-12

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  • Page 1 BROOKLYN BRIDGE II ROON CORE STREAMER Hi-END DAC ROON CORE PREAMP HEADPH AMP Startup Guide + Users`s Manual Ver. 2023-12-12...
  • Page 2 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core Owner's Manual ver. 2023-12-12 BBII software ver. 1.0.x check for new pdf version at mytek.audio/support before using this pdf For news, technical support, and product information please visit: www.mytek.audio MYTEK.AUDIO MAIN NEW YORK OFFICE...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    User’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENT STARTUP GUIDE 1. Introduction.................5 Introduction to Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 2. Contents of the Package...............6 List of items included in the package Device Installation................6 Basic setup of your Brooklyn Bridge II streamer, including how to power and connect it to your speakers 3.
  • Page 4 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core TABLE OF CONTENT USER’S MANUAL 1. Device Main Features and Technical Specification......22 2. Main Menu Walkthrough.............24 A tour of the BBII main menu, along with a discussion of all settings and features. In this section, among other things, you can learn how to adjust the device’s parameters to your personal prefe-...

  • Page 5: Startup Guide

    At Mytek, we understand that music is an essential part of your life, and we are committed to delivering a product that allows you to enjoy it to the fullest. The Mytek Brooklyn Bridge Roon Core is the result of our passion for audio and our commitment to delivering the highest-quality audio experience.

  • Page 6: Contents Of The Package

    Infrared Apple Remote is optional and can be purchased as separate accessory from Mytek or from any third party. 3. Device Installation 3.1. Power the device using the provided power cable.
  • Page 7 To achieve the best system performance, we recommend the exclusive use of high-quality cables from Mytek Audio. This ensures the listening experience as intended by our designers. Inquire with your retailer for further details. Or buy directly on...

  • Page 8: Initial Setup And Configuration

    Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 4. Initial Setup and Configuration 4.1. Press and hold the volume button until a clicking sound is heard. Following the click, wait for the device to initialize until the main menu is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 9 Startup Guide b. For a wireless connection: • Navigate to the ‘Settings’ icon located in the top right corner of the screen. • Select the ‘Network’ option and locate your Wi-Fi network’s name. • Enter your Wi-Fi password using the on-screen virtual keyboard.

  • Page 10: Using Brooklyn Bridge Ii (Bbii) With External Roon Core

    Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core • A ‘Connected’ status should appear under the selected Wi-Fi network upon success- ful connection. Now you can go back to Brooklyn Bridge’s II main menu and move on to Roon account configu- ration.
  • Page 11 Startup Guide • In Roon Core settings choose External Roon Core 5.2. Adding Brooklyn Bridge II as endpoint in Roon App. • Perform the exact steps as in paragraph 8. If you have enabled Brooklyn Bridge II in extensions and audio settings then BBII should appear in your endpoint devices.

  • Page 12: Roon Account And Code Redemption

    Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 6. Account creation and code redemption 6.1. Visit the Roon account creation page at [https://account.roon.app/en/coupon]. Oe scan a QR code below: 6.2. Enter the voucher code provided in your package. 6.3. Sign in to your existing Roon account or sign up for a new one by providing the required...
  • Page 13 Roon service. To extend it by another 1-year of free subscription, you need to register your prod- uct using the Warranty Registration Form on the www.mytek.audio (under the ‘Support’ tab). After submitting the form along with the proof of purchase, an email will be sent to the address, provided during registration, containing a code for a one-year free subscription to Roon.

  • Page 14: Roon App Installation And Setup

    7.2. Launch the Roon app. During the initial startup, grant the app necessary permissions for notifications and local network access for full functionality. 7.3. Select your Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core from the list of available devices. It should appear as ‘mytek-brooklyn’.
  • Page 15 Startup Guide 7.4. If an update is required for the Roon Core, you will be prompted with an ‘update now’ no- tification. Proceed with the update and await its completion. 7.5. Log into your Roon account using a valid license. Upon successful login, you may encounter a screen inviting you to add music to your library from your personal cloud storage.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Brooklyn Bridge Ii To The Roon App

    Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core For detailed guide how to setup your own music library head to the USER’S MANUAL part of this guide and navigate to paragraph 4 on page 37. 7.6. Next, connect to your preferred streaming service, such as Tidal. Click the ‘Get started’...
  • Page 17 Startup Guide 8.2. Navigate to ‘Extensions’ and ensure it indicates ‘Extension ready’ or proceed with the ‘En- able’ option if necessary. 8.3. In the ‘Audio’ menu, locate Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II device from Roon Ready section and select ‘Enable’.

  • Page 18: Using Brooklyn Bridge Ii With External Dac(S)

    Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 8.4. Select the correct audio output using the ‘Select an audio zone’ option at the bottom of the screen. Now you can listen music through Brooklyn Bridge II streamer using your favourite streaming service. If you want to listen your own music from your personal library you should move on to the page 22.
  • Page 19 Startup Guide To stream music from the BBII using an external DAC, Brooklyn Bridge must be set in the default ‘built-in Roon Core’ mode. If you previously switched the function to External Roon Core, you will need to revert to the previous mode using the instructions in paragraph 5. 9.2.
  • Page 20 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 9.4. Select your DAC as your endpoint device. Now, your music will be streamed through the Brooklyn Bridge II and transmitted to your speak- ers via an external DAC.

  • Page 21: Roon Introduction And Usage Guide

    Startup Guide 10. Roon introduction and usage guide The Roon service is the answer for the most demanding audiophiles who like to have everything at their fingertips in one app. From within the app, users can access their favorite streaming services and create their own music libraries from their private collections.

  • Page 22: User's Manual

    Ethernet and USB connectivity for versatile playback options 1.2. Technical Specs • DAC Architecture: Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core is designed using SABRE 9028PRO DAC chipset and fully balanced audio path that provides a premium audio experience. • Power Supply: The device is equipped with oversized linear power supply ensuring optimal performance and pristine sound quality.
  • Page 23 DSP features of the DAC/preamplifier to be released throughout the life of the product. With three stages of development and functionality, the Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core is designed to provide a premium audio experience for years to come. CONVERSION...

  • Page 24: Main Menu Walkthrough

    The Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core features a powerful DAC (digital-to-analog converter) that delivers exceptional sound quality. The Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core features a user-friendly main menu with intuitive icons to access all your music and settings. Here’s a brief overview of the main menu icons:...
  • Page 25 User’s Manual 2.1. Current Playback The ‚Current Playback’ icon provides quick and convenient access to information about the cur- rently playing audio content. This includes the album cover image, as well as details such as the MQA icon indicating if the material being played is MQA-encoded, the current bitrate and sample rate, the current volume level, and a Roon icon that allows you to easily access your Roon play- lists.
  • Page 26 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 2.3. Preamp The ‚Preamp Inputs’ icon allows you to quickly switch between the different inputs of the device, making it easy to select the input you want to use for your audio playback. This feature lets you connect multiple audio sources to your BBII and switch between them seamlessly, without having to unplug and replug cables.
  • Page 27 User’s Manual • Then, turn on Bluetooth on your transmitting device. In our case, an iPhone. Search for the Brooklyn Bridge II from the list of available devices and pair with it. • Confirm the pairing request on both devices.
  • Page 28 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core • From now on, both devices should be connected. Information about the connection status can be found near the name of the paired device. This area will also store all the devices that you have previously connected with.
  • Page 29 User’s Manual 2.5. Settings The ‚Settings’ icon allows you to fine-tune your Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core experience to your personal preferences, and to configure various advanced settings related to your system. With this feature, you can adjust settings such as the screen brightness. Below is a guide through all the settings options of the Brooklyn Bridge II.
  • Page 30 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core • A message about the new system version will then appear. To learn more about the changes being introduced, you can select the ‘SHOW MORE’ button. To download the update, press ‘Download Now’. •...
  • Page 31 User’s Manual b. DAC setttings In here you can calibrate DAC settings inside Brooklyn Bridge II to match your personal prefer- ences. You can adjust parameters such as the type of DSD, volume control method or impulse response of the filter. For most users, we recommend leaving the settings at their default values:...
  • Page 32 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core c. Preferences In this section, you can adjust some device parameters to suit your personal preferences, such as screen brightness, fan volume, Roon operation mode, and other settings. • Screen brightness Allows to adjust brightness of the screen...
  • Page 33 User’s Manual • Headphones This option allows to choose between two operating modes for the line audio output. ‘Line output auto OFF’ - in this mode, the Brooklyn Bridge II will automatically turn off the head- phone line output when it’s not in use, to minimize potential interferences. ‘Line output always ON’...
  • Page 34 5 in STARTUP GUIDE’s section on page 10. • Logo Colour Allows for the customization of the Mytek logo’s display color on the front panel, enabling the de- vice to blend seamlessly with the interior decor of the room in which it is placed.
  • Page 35 User’s Manual e. About In here, you will find information such as: the installed software version, internal memory size, device IP address, serial number of the device and DAC. These details can be particularly useful in case of technical support.
  • Page 36 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core f. Help In this section, you can reset the Brooklyn Bridge II and its Roon settings to factory defaults. This can resolve certain technical issues and is primarily recommended when passing the device on to another user.

  • Page 37: Streaming Music From Other Streaming Services Without Using Roon

    User’s Manual 4. Adding your private music library to BBII Listening to music stored digitally on the Brooklyn Bridge II isn’t limited to just streaming service libraries. On this streamer, you can also play tracks from your private library on a computer or other digital storage media.
  • Page 38 • Now you need to specify where the files should be copied. To do this, select the ‘mytek-brooklyn’ device from the available network drives. Remember that your computer will recognize the Brooklyn Bridge II as a network drive only when both...
  • Page 39 User’s Manual • Now locate the Brooklyn Bridge II internal memory and apply it as your destination location...
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  • Page 41 User’s Manual b. Importing music from your external storage memory using USB hub in BBII • Connect an external USB storage device to the USB hub on the Brooklyn Bridge II. • Locate the connected USB drive within the Brooklyn Bridge II’s network drive and select the folder containing your music for copying purposes.
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  • Page 43 User’s Manual • As the target location for copying, select the internal memory of the Brooklyn Bridge...
  • Page 44 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core Regardless of the method used to copy music to the device’s internal memory, once the copying is finished in both cases, the tracks should be added to the Roon library. Information about the current number of tracks stored on the device’s internal memory can be found by...
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  • Page 46 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 4.2. Playing music from the external USB drive • Connect an external USB storage device to the USB hub on the Brooklyn Bridge II. • After connecting a USB drive to the device, go to the Roon application, and in the...
  • Page 47 User’s Manual • Add your music by selecting the ‘Add Folder’ option and specify the location on your device where the music you want to add to your Roon library is stored.
  • Page 48 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core It may happen, especially with larger files, that after selecting the appropriate folder, a preview of the track- list within it does not appear. In this case, you should still choose the ‘Select this Folder’ option to begin synchronization.
  • Page 49 User’s Manual • In Storage options click on ‘Add Folder’ icon, then choose ‘Add Network Share’ option • Now, you need to provide the location of your shared music folder and login details (if required). In the address field, type smb://[static IP address of your drive]/[loca- tion within the drive].
  • Page 50 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core • After ensuring that all the details have been entered correctly, select the ‘Add Net- work Share’ option, and in the next window, press ‘Add’...
  • Page 51 User’s Manual You should see that your tracks from the shared NAS folder have been added to your Roon library.

  • Page 52: Backup

    Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 5. Backup It is important to regularly backup the data on your Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core to prevent loss of data in the event of a failure or malfunction. To perform a backup, follow these steps: 5.1.
  • Page 53 User’s Manual 5.3. Select the backup option, and then choose the destination where your backups will be stored. You can keep them on an external USB memory connected to the device, or on your Dropbox cloud storage. While selecting the destination, you can also create a dedicated folder specifically for storing backups.
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  • Page 55 User’s Manual 5.4. Confirm your destination location by choosing ‘Select this folder’...
  • Page 56 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core To restore previous Roon set up using one of your backups choose ‘Restore’ option, head to Roon- Backups location and choose desired snapshot by clicking ‘restore’ optein near it.

  • Page 57: Data Migration From Previous Roon Core

    User’s Manual 6. Data migration from previous Roon Core If you were already using the Roon system before acquiring the BBII, in this chapter you will learn how to transfer data from your previous Roon Core to the Brooklyn Bridge II. This way, the BBII can become your new host device, and you won’t need to configure anything anew.
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  • Page 59 User’s Manual 6.4. Now, connect to the Roon Core available in the Brooklyn Bridge II. 6.5. At the Roon account login screen, select the ‘Restore a backup’ option located at the bottom of the window.
  • Page 60 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 6.6. Choose the location where the backup of your previous Roon Core is stored.
  • Page 61 6.7. Click on ‘Restore’ option near the desired snapshot. 6.8. After successfully loading the backup, select the ‘Relaunch’ option and reconnect with the BBII. Once logged in, you should see that your previous settings have been transferred to the Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core.
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  • Page 63: Factory Reset And Data Removal

    User’s Manual 7. Factory Reset and data removal To resolve certain operational issues with the device or in preparation for transferring the Brook- lyn Bridge II, whether for repairs or resale, it is recommended to perform a complete reset of the device.
  • Page 64 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core 7.3. The device will ask for confirmation again. After selecting ‘Yes, reset’, the device will auto- matically shut down and restart, following the data deletion process. The above process has erased your Roon account data from the BBII, including login details, your username, and some settings within the app itself.
  • Page 65 User’s Manual 7.5. The device will ask for confirmation again. After selecting ‘Yes, restore’, the device will au- tomatically shut down and restart, following the data deletion process. Now your device is ready to be transferred to another person without any concerns about the leakage of sensitive data.

  • Page 66: Mqa (Tm)- Master Quality Authenticated

    We hope that this manual has provided you with the information you need to get the most out of your Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core. At Mytek, we are dedicated to providing you with the ultimate audio experience, and we are confident that you will be thrilled with the exceptional...
  • Page 67 Do not use the unit until the object is removed or the liquid has completely dried. If you have any doubts, please contact Mytek Audio. • Do not block any ventilation openings and install the unit according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 68 Mytek Brooklyn Bridge II Roon Core Warning Sound exposure from speakers and headphones at high levels can lead to hearing loss. To ensure safe usage, we advise avoiding extended listening at high volume levels. For Customers in the U.S.A. Our equipment has undergone testing and meets the standards set by the FCC for Class A digital devices, according to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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