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To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of un insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's en closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equi lateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
This guide contains information about the daily use of your Bang & Olufsen product. We expect your retailer to deliver, install and set up your product.
If you want to install Playmaker yourself, this guide explains how to set it up for use with AirPlay®, DLNA®, line-in and connected speakers. You can set up Playmaker in a wireless network using the Bang & Olufsen Setup Utility App*[1] or your computer or you can connect Playmaker to a wired network for immediate use. You can also see how to connect other sources to your Playmaker.
It is possible to set up and synchronise multiple Playmakers in your home. Contact your Bang & Olufsen retailer for more information.
You can find more information about Playmaker in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section on www.bang-olufsen.com/faq.
Before you connect any equipment to your Playmaker, remember to disconnect Playmaker from the mains supply.
You must remove the back cover from Playmaker to access the connection panel.
Press firmly on the snap hook to remove the back cover.
Make sure to align the pivot points at the edges before closing the back cover.
[1] *The Bang & Olufsen Setup Utility App supports iOS devices only. Scan the QR code to download the app.
[2] *If you want a wireless network connection, do not run the Ethernet cable through the cable cover. For more information about network connection, see 'Network setup'.
Play audio directly from your hand-held device through connected, active speakers. You can connect multiple sources to your Playmaker, either using the connection panel or wirelessly through your network. However, only one source can be active at a time.
AirPlay can be used to stream audio from your iPod touch®, iPhone® or iPad®. Use a DLNA certified application to stream from other hand-held devices (e.g. Android smartphones).
You can use the BeoPlayer app*[3], iTunes*2, Windows Media Player or other apps for AirPlay and DLNA. Also, you can connect and listen to an external audio source, such as an MP3 player or smartphone via line-in.
If you use AirPlay or DLNA, you can play music from anywhere within local network range. For other audio sources, use a phono line-in cable to connect your device to Playmaker.
To access the connection panel, remove the back cover, see 'How to get started' for more information. The product label is placed inside the back cover.
Priority of sources:
Starting a source with higher priority will always interrupt a source with lower priority. A source with higher priority must be stopped to start a source with lower priority. Sources with the same priority cannot interrupt each other. Therefore the playing source must be stopped to start a source with the same priority.
~ Mains supply
Use the enclosed mains cord only. The supplied plug and mains cord are specially designed for the product. Do not change the plug and if the mains cord is damaged, you must buy a new one from your Bang & Olufsen retailer.
Ethernet
Ethernet socket for a wired connection or to set up your Playmaker in a wireless network via your computer.
LINE IN
Phono sockets for connection of external audio sources, for example, an MP3 player or a computer.
SPEAKERS
Speaker sockets for connection of Bang & Olufsen speakers. To connect Playmaker to an existing Bang & Olufsen setup, it may be necessary to replace cables. For more information, contact your Bang & Olufsen retailer.
[3] *For more information about the BeoPlayer app, see: www.bangolufsen.com/beoplayer-application.
2*iTunes version 10.1 (Mac or PC) or higher is required.
[4] *DLNA provides functionality similar to AirPlay but is supported by a wider range of device systems including Android and Windows.
Your Playmaker must be set up in a network either with a wired or wireless connection.
To perform the setup, Playmaker must be connected to the mains supply and switched on.
Choose between the following setup procedures:
When Playmaker is set up in a network, you can change different settings using the Bang & Olufsen Setup Utility App or your computer. For example, you can change the name of your Playmaker on the network or update its software. For more information about how to change settings, see the Playmaker section on www.bang-olufsen.com/faq.
For iOS devices, use the Bang & Olufsen Setup Utility App*1 to set up your wireless network profile, to change the product name or to update software. You can also enter the Playmaker setup page on your computer.
First time setup...
To make changes in the network setup...
The network indicator on your Playmaker flashes green while searching the network.*2 When Playmaker and the router are connected, the network indicator becomes solid white.
You can also access the wireless setup via the web-based setup page of your router and configure from there.
2*For overview of buttons, see 'How to operate your Playmaker'.
[5] *The Bang & Olufsen Setup Utility App supports iOS devices only. Scan the QR code to download the app.
A previously well-functioning setup may develop problems over time as surroundings change. Check your Ethernet connection or router. If the problem persists, contact your Bang & Olufsen retailer.
For information about which devices Playmaker supports, ask your Bang & Olufsen retailer or see the Playmaker section on: www.bang-olufsen.com/faq
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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