bluSound node Manual

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CONNECT FOR SOUND

1. Using the RCA to RCA cable provided, connect the Node directly to an input on your existing stereo, amplifier or home theatre receiver.
2. Alternatively, using the Mini Plug to RCA cable provided, connect the Node directly to your computer, dock player, or bookshelf system.
   A digital optical cable (not included) can also be used to connect the Node to equipment with a digital optical input.

CONNECT TO POWER

1. Select the AC Power Cord appropriate for your region and plug it into the player, and then into your wall outlet.
2. The Node's LED button should turn Solid Green, indicating that the player is in Hotspot Mode and ready to be added to your home wifi network.
   Never force a power cord into a wall outlet. An adaptor may be necessary in certain regions.

CONNECT TO WIFI

To see an instructional video on WiFi Setup, please visit www.bluesound.com/support/setup

1. On your tablet or smart phone, look for the WiFi network (hotspot) matching your Node's unique network ID, and join it. the network ID is listed as the product name (i.e. Node) immediately followed by the last four digits in the MAC (Machine Access Control) address (example: NODE-001A). the full 12-digit MAC address is printed on a sticker on the back panel of your player.
2. A web page may automatically open. If not, open a web browser on your tablet or smart phone and enter setup.bluesound.com, and press "Go". A control panel page should then appear.
3. From the main menu displayed, select Configure WiFi.
4. Select Your Home WiFi Network from the Configure Wireless drop down menu.
5. Enter your home network's Wireless Password in the field provided (if it is a protected network).
6. Select a Room Name from the drop down list, or create a customized room name in the field provided.
7. Press Update and wait for the unit's light to turn solid blue, indicating that the player has successfully joined your home wifi network.
8. Repeat steps A-G for each additional Bluesound device.
9. Reselect your home wifi network from your tablet or smartphone's main network settings.
   Alternatively, the Node can be connected directly to your wired home network or router using the Ethernet cable provided.

DOWNLOAD THE APP

For Apple iOS devices (iPod, iPhone, iPad), visit the Apple AppStore and download the free Bluesound controller App.

For Android devices, download the free Bluesound Controller App on Google Play.

Congratulations, your player setup is complete!
It's time to connect your music. Launch the app for the following playback options.

CONNECT TO MUSIC

Internet Radio: On the home screen of the App, simply select Internet Radio from the Music Sources menu, and find your favorite radio station. Or, explore and discover the thousands of radio stations streaming live 24/7 from anywhere on the planet via tune In.
Your Music: to play music stored on a computer or NAS device, open the Navigation Drawer by tapping in the App, choose Configure Player from the menu, and select Configure Network Shares. Follow the screen prompts, and open every room in your home to your entire digital music library.

For detailed information, please visit: www.bluesound.com/support/setup
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