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  • Page 1 IR825 Wireless Internet Radio Instruction Manual ..........Page 2 Please read carefully before use...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    My Favourites ..................18 Browsing the My Favorites list .......... 18 Adding Stations or Podcasts to the My Favorites List ................19 My Added Stations ................19 Viewing Station/Podcast Information ........19 Station Updates ................. 20 Page 2 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Preset Station Memory ..............21 Storing a Preset Station ............21 Selecting a Preset station ........... 21 FM RadIo ModE ............22 General Operation ................22 Access the FM Radio Menu ............23 Scan Setting ................23 Audio Setting................
  • Page 4 Set up Windows File Sharing on a MAC ....... 39 Accounts Setup ..............39 Directory Setup ..............40 Play Streaming Music on the Internet Radio ......41 Frontier Silicon Internet Radio Portal ........42 TRoublEshooTINg ............44 sPEcIFIcaTIoNs ..............47 saFETY NoTIcEs ............48 Page 4 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 5: Thank You

    Thank You Thank you for purchasing the Coby IR825 Wireless Internet Radio. Please read these instructions before installing and operating this system. Features Free wireless access to thousands of stations from  around the world ¹ Instant wireless access to your computer’s music ...
  • Page 6: Warnings

    Do not open the system or attempt to perform re- pairs yourself. Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel only. Page 6 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Package Contents Please make sure that the items shown below are included in the package. Should an item be missing, please contact the local retailer from which you purchased this product. Main unit Power Adapter Instruction manual www.cobyusa.com Page 7...
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Before you continue, make sure that your wireless ac- cess point is powered up and connected to broadband internet. For information on configuring this connection, please refer to the manual supplied with your wireless internet router. Page 8 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 9: Using The Menu Controls

    Getting Started For uninterrupted Internet radio, a broadband connection speed of at least 64kbps is recom- mended, although slower connection speeds may still work. If you need further assistance to set up your wireless internet connection, please contact your internet provider or wireless access point manufacturer.
  • Page 10: Step 2: Connecting To The Internet

    If you have configured your wireless access point to hide the SSID name, you will need to enter your net- work settings manually. Choose <Manual config> from the menu and press [SELECT] to confirm. Page 10 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 11: Step 5: Enter Your Wep/Wpa Password

    Getting Started If your network does not have WEP or WPA security  enabled, the unit will finish connecting to the net- work and return to the Internet Radio menu. Step 5: Enter Your WEP/WPA Password If security is enabled, you will be asked to input the WEP or WPA password.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting Your Network Connection

    Make sure that your password has been entered  correctly. WEP/WPA passwords are case-sensitive. To retrieve your access code or to get solutions to frequently asked questions, move the display highlight to the <HELP> menu and press [SELECT] to confirm. Page 12 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 13: Controls At A Glance

    Controls at a Glance Front View Display Screen Rear View Telescopic FM antenna 3.5mm headphone jack Service port (for use by authorized service personnel only) Power input (for use with supplied power adapter) www.cobyusa.com Page 13...
  • Page 14: Top View

    Press and hold to save Preset station 1-5; Next track Press to tune to Preset station 1-5. Stop No function. Press to change information display (e.g., station information, software version, etc.) Press to access the menu. Page 14 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 15 Controls at a Glance Internet Music Control FM Radio Radio Player Press to toggle between Internet Radio, FM Radio, and Media Player modes. Press to return to a previous menu. When entering a WEP or WPA network password, press to scroll quickly through the alphanumeric character list.
  • Page 16: Internet Radio Mode

    Help: Select to access a short FAQ about internet  radio stations, or get your access code to register at the Frontier Silicon website. For more information about each of these items, please refer to each of their respective sections below. Page 16 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 17: Stations (Choosing A Station)

    Internet Radio Mode Stations (Choosing a Station) Listen to internet radio streams from all over the world. From the Internet radio menu, select <Stations> and then press to confirm There are five options available for station selection: • Location: Find and listen to a station by geographic location (e.g., Asia, Europe, North America, etc.) •...
  • Page 18: Podcasts (Choosing A Podcast)

    From the Internet Radio menu, select <My Favorites> and press to confirm. Choose <Podcasts> or <Stations> and then press to confirm. Find your favorite Podcast or Station in the list and press to listen to it. Page 18 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 19: Adding Stations Or Podcasts To The My Favorites List

    Internet Radio Mode Adding Stations or Podcasts to the My Favorites List When you are listening to a station or podcast that you like, press and hold to add it to the My Favorites list. You can also add stations to the My Favorites list from the Frontier Silicon website if you have a reg- istered account and device (www.wifiradio-fron-...
  • Page 20: Station Updates

    Station Updates Occasionally, the radio display will indicate that the system is receiving an updated station list. This function is per- formed automatically and periodically, ensuring that your Radio always has the latest station directory on-board. Page 20 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 21: Preset Station Memory

    Internet Radio Mode Preset Station Memory Storing a Preset Station Your radio can store 5 Internet and 5 FM stations. To store the current station as a preset: Press and hold one of the five preset station buttons ]. The current station will be saved as a preset and the screen will display: The station has now been saved as a preset station.
  • Page 22: Fm Radio Mode

    When the end of the frequency range is reached, the radio will resume the search at the beginning. Page 22 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 23: Access The Fm Radio Menu

    FM Radio Mode Access the FM Radio Menu Press at any time to access the FM Radio menu. There are three items in the FM Radio menu: Scan Setting: Select to change the auto scan options.  Audio Setting: Select to change the audio options. ...
  • Page 24: Preset Station Memory

    The station has now been saved as a preset station. Selecting a Preset station Simply press one of the five preset station buttons ] to tune directly to the saved station. Page 24 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 25: Music Player Mode

    Music Player Mode Music Player mode allows you to enjoy music from your computer wirelessly over a network. To use the Music Player streaming media func- tions, you will need to set up media sharing on a computer. Please set up media sharing first (refer to the Appendix for guidance), then follow the instructions below to use the Music Player shared media functions.
  • Page 26: Play Shared Media

    Press to confirm and play your music. Play shared folders From the Music Player menu, select <Shared folders>. Press to highlight the desired selection. Press to confirm and play the folder. Page 26 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 27: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock Manual Time/Date Setting Press to access the Main menu, then select <System setup>. Select <Time/Setup>. Select <Set Clock>. Press to adjust each time or date setting, then press to save the setting and move on to the next one. Repeat for each time setting (Hours, Minutes).
  • Page 28: Automatic Time/Date Setting

    Main menu, then select <System Setup>. To access the Main menu in FM radio mode, press , then select <Main menu> from the menu list. Select <Time/Setup>. Select <Auto Update>. Select <Update from NET>. Page 28 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 29: Other Clock Options

    Setting the Clock Other Clock Options Press to access the Main menu, then select <System Setup>. Select <Time/Setup>. Select <Set format> to set the clock to 12-hour — or 24-hour display format. Select <Set timezone> to set the clock to your —...
  • Page 30: Using The Alarms/Timers

    <1 to 5> to set a preset station to wake to. Select <Volume> to set how loud the alarm will — sound. Select <Save> after you have finished adjusting all of the alarm options. Page 30 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 31: Alarm Snooze/Off

    Setting the Clock An alarm icon will be displayed on the Standby screen (power off) if the alarm is enabled. Alarm Snooze/Off When the alarm sounds: Press / [SNOOZE] to delay the alarm. The  alarm will sound again after 5 to 30 minutes (this delay can be adjusted).
  • Page 32 15 minutes — 30 minutes — 45 minutes — 60 minutes — The radio will automatically turn itself off after the set sleep period has elapsed. To resume listening once automatic shut-down has occurred, press Page 32 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 33: System Settings

    System Settings Network setup You can change the network settings if you need to connect to another wireless network (e.g., if you relocate the unit to another room or building. The radio will scan for connection to another wireless network, or you may configure the network parameters manually.
  • Page 34: Language

    MAIN MENU > SYSTEM SETUP > Factory Reset. Press to confirm. Press to confirm. If you do not wish to continue, press any other — key. Performing a factory reset will completely reset your radio’s memory, clearing all WEP/WPA codes and user settings. Page 34 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 35: Software Updates

    System Settings Software Updates Connect to the update server to check for new software versions. Enter the menu as follows: MAIN MENU > SYSTEM SETUP > Software update. Press to confirm. The radio will connect to the update server and check for new versions.
  • Page 36: Appendix

    Windows Media Player 11. In Windows Media Player 11, click the small arrow below the Library tab, and then click Media Sharing. In the Media Sharing dialogue box, select the ‘Share my media’ check box. Page 36 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 37 Appendix Check the “Share my media to” box, then select your radio model from the list. Click ‘Allow’. The selected device will now show a green tick. Click ‘Apply’ to confirm. If your radio does not appear in the list of devices, perform the following steps: From the “Media Player”...
  • Page 38 Appendix If you want to confirm that this is your radio, right click on the device and select ‘Properties’. Your Radio’s MAC address will be shown. Page 38 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 39: Set Up Media Sharing With Mac Os X

    Appendix Set Up Media Sharing with Mac OS X Using the Radio with a MAC will require Windows File Sharing. MAC OS X versions 10.2 and later have Windows File Sharing built in; if your operating system is MAC OS version 9 or earlier, you will require extra software to perform this function.
  • Page 40: Directory Setup

    Turn on ‘AirPort’ (wireless sharing). Wait for a few minutes. In the ‘Media Player’ > ‘Windows Shares’ menu, enter the MAC account’s short name and password. The Radio should then be able to connect to the MAC. Page 40 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 41: Play Streaming Music On The Internet Radio

    Appendix Play Streaming Music on the Internet Radio After installing and configuring your Radio and Windows Media Player 11, you are now ready to play music via a wire- less connection. The following steps describe how to play music with your Radio. Select “UPNP Servers”...
  • Page 42: Frontier Silicon Internet Radio Portal

    To access the Main menu in FM radio mode, press , then select <Main menu> from the menu list. www.wifiradio- On a computer, enter the URL frontier.com into a web browser. Click on the link “Register here.” Page 42 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 43 Fill out the registration form with the access code from step 1, as well as an email address, a new password, and the internet radio model you are using (e.g., Coby IR825). When the form is complete, click the “Register” button to create your account.
  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and firmware updates. If these resources do not resolve the problem, please contact Technical Support. Address Coby Electronics Technical Support 56-65 Rust Street Maspeth, NY 11378 Email techsupport@cobyusa.com www.cobyusa.com...
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting If you have trouble connecting the radio to your wireless network, these steps may help to resolve the problem: Confirm that a Wi-Fi connected PC can access the Internet (i.e., can browse the web) using the same network. Check that a DHCP server is available, or that you have configured a static IP address on the radio.
  • Page 46 If you can play back the station with a PC, use the form at http://www.wifiRadio-frontier.com to notify us so that we can change the station data. Once this information has been updated, the radio should be able to connect. Page 46 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 47: Specifications

    Specifications Power Requirements AC 100-240V, 50-60HZ (please use provided adapter ) Output: DC 9V, 1000mA Frequency Range (FM) 87.5-108MHz Rated Output Power 2W x 2 (RMS) Speaker Impedance 8 Ω Headphone Jack 3.5mm stereo, 32Ω Dimension 8.9” x 4.1” x 4.4” (WHD) Specifications and manual are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 48: Safety Notices

    Do not dispose of it with household waste. By recycling this equipment and its components, you are making an important contribution to the protection of our environment. Page 48 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 49: Fcc Statement

    Safety Notices For recycling or disposal information about this product, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org. FCC Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow- ing two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 50: Important Safety Instructions

    This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning or power-line surges. Page 50 Coby Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 51 Safety Notices Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or in- tegral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shout-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 52 Coby Electronics Corporation 1991 Marcus Ave, Suite 301 Lake Success, NY 11042 www.cobyusa.com www.ecoby.com Coby is a registered trademark of Coby Electronics Corporation. Printed in China. Print v1.0...

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