AUNA 10034908 IR-260 Internet Radio Instructions Manual

AUNA 10034908 IR-260 Internet Radio

Safety Instructions

• This device may be used only by children 8 years old or older and persons with limited physical, sensory, and mental capabilities and/or a lack of experience and knowledge, provided that they have been instructed in the use of the device by a responsible person who understands the associated risks.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Ensure children and babies do not play with plastic bags or any packaging materials.
• The mains plug/Power adaptor is used as a disconnect device, and it should remain readily operable during intended use.
• In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the main plug/power adaptor should be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.

Operation

• Lightning – If you are not going to use the device for a long time or if there is a storm, disconnect the plug from the electrical outlet and disconnect the device from the antenna connector. This will avoid damage to the product that may be caused by lightning or overvoltage.
• Overload – Do not overload power outlets, extension cords, or built-in power outlets, as this may result in a fire or electric shock.
• Foreign objects and liquid – Never push objects of any kind through openings in the device, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts, which could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind on the device.
• Repairs and maintenance – Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers will expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Leave all maintenance to qualified service personnel.
• Damage requiring service – Disconnect the power plug from the outlet and consult a qualified specialist if any of the following conditions occur:
  • If the power cord or plug is damaged.
  • If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the product.
  • If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
  • If the product has been dropped or damaged.
  • If the product has a markedly reduced performance.
• Replacement parts – When replacement parts are required, make sure that the service professional who replaces the parts only uses replacement parts that have been approved by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized replacement may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
• Heat – Do not place the unit near heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers).

Overview

1. POWER button
2. Menu button
3. To the left
4. Favorites
5. Navigating/Volume (press to select)
6. Dimmer
7. Sleep button
8. To the right
9. Alarm
10. Power switch (On/Off)
11. DC IN
12. Line-Out connection
13. AUX connection
14. USB connection

Remote Control

1. POWER button
2. To the top
3. To the left
4. Selection key
5. Down
6. Home screen
7. Mode
8. Alarm
9. Sleep button
10. Play/Pause
11. Previous title/ rewind
12. Key for entering numbers and letters
13. Key for entering numbers and letters
14. Key for entering numbers and letters
15. Key for entering numbers and letters
16. Key for entering numbers and letters
17. Key for entering numbers and letters
18. Equalizer
19. Mute
20. Increase volume
21. Decrease volume
22. Preset button
23. Dimming
24. Next title
25. Key for entering numbers and letters
26. Key for entering numbers and letters
27. Key for entering numbers and letters
28. BT button

Installation

• Unpack all parts of the device and remove all packing material.
• Do not insert the power plug of the appliance into the power outlet until you have checked the voltage of the outlet and all connections have been made.

Start Up

Before use, make sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the device corresponds to the voltage of the power outlet. Insert the supplied power plug into the power outlet. Turn on the power using the power switch on the back of the machine. When you use the machine for the first time, it is necessary to set the language and network settings on the machine.

You can connect to the network either immediately or at a later time. Use the NAVIGATE/OK/VOL knob to select the desired options. Press the NAVIGATE/OK/VOL. Knobb to confirm. If you press the POWER button while the power is on, the unit will go into standby mode. If you press the button again, the unit will be turned on again.

Setting

Normal network setting

Select „Yes“ for the normal network setting: Select the AP you need with the NAVIGATE/OK/VOL knob and confirm your selection by pressing the knob. Enter the WEP or WPA password required for the desired wireless network using the NAVIGATE/VOL knob. Press the [>] button to select the next letter/number. Pressing the [<] button can delete incorrect entries. When the password has been entered completely, press the NAVIGATE/VOL. Button to confirm.

• Numbers: from 0 – 9
• Letters: from A (a) to Z (z)
• Special characters: DEL, @, space, !, „, #, $, %, &, *, ‚, + and ,

WPS PBC network configuration

Select „Yes WPS“ if you want to connect to a wireless network (WPS PBC): If you are using a router with a WPS button, you can easily connect to the network using the WPS function. Open the WPS function and press the WPS button on your router within 120 seconds. Select „No“ if you do not want to connect to the network at this time.

No network setting

Select „No“ if you do not wish to establish a network connection at this time. Press the POWER button to put the unit into standby mode. When the current date and time are displayed, the network connection has been successfully established. The date, time, and any alarms you set are also displayed on the screen in sleep mode.

INTERNET RADIO

Put the unit in standby mode and use the NAVIGATE/OK/VOL knob in the main menu to display the various options. Press the control dial to enter the submenus or to confirm a setting. Press the [<] button to return to the previous menu. If the connection to any station is successful, the station information will be displayed on the screen. You can change the displayed information by pressing the [<] or [>] button.

My Favorites

You can save your favourite channels in a list. You can also press the FAV button to display the Favorites list. In the FAV list, select the station you want to listen to and press the NAVIGATE/OK/VOL. to confirm your selection.

Radio station/music

Radio stations are categorized into Global Top 20, Genre, and Country/ Location (Africa, Asia, Europe, Middle East, North America, Atlantic/Pacific, and South America). Enter the desired location, continue with the submenu, and select the station you want to listen to. You can press the NAVIGATE/ OK/VOL knob for any station on the unit to play the station directly.

Local radio stations

The transmitters are categorized according to the country/location where the device is used.

Alarm tone

You can choose between Birds, Lullaby, Piano, Rain, Spa, Space, Wave, and White Noise.

History

The 10 most recently listened to stations are displayed.

Search

Enter the name of the radio station you want to listen to in the Favourites list if it is already stored there. Enter the IP of a new station to save it in the Favourites list. A maximum of 250 stations can be stored in the Favourites list.

Media Center

Turn the NAVIGATE/OK/VOL knob to select USP/UPnP mode or playback mode.

UPnP

If you have set shared media, you can display the media shared via UPnP. If you have more than one computer over which data is shared, the alternatives are displayed. Select the shared media that you want to play.

Note: The radio can only read file names with fewer than 40 characters. The file names should be in a European language. If your files cannot be read in UPnP mode, you should try changing the file name. If the file still cannot be played, you should try changing the file format.

USB PLAYBACK

Menus are generated from the folders on the USB device. WMA/ MP3/ AAC/ AAC+/ FLAC and WAV formats are supported. FLAC supports 16-bit/ 8K ~ 48K sampling rate, 64 Kbps. Browse the folders using the NAVIGATE/ OK/VOL. Knob. The name of the folder and the names of the files will be displayed on the screen (not necessarily the names of the tracks). Once you have found the track you want to play back, press the NAVIGATE/OK/VOL. Knob.
Note: Data transfer with a PC is not possible via the USB port of the unit.

My Playlist

You can create a list of your favorite music in UPnP mode. During music playback, press the rotary control on the unit or the OK button on the remote control. Delete Playlist First select „Clear my Playlist“ and confirm the deletion of the playlist by selecting „Yes“.

MY MEDIA

You can display and play your mediaU channel list on the mediaU server. First, create your account. Follow the steps below to activate your channel list: Open the website https://www.mediayou.net/. Become a my mediaU member. Log on to the website. Enter the MAC address of the radio on the mediaU website. You can access this information here: Information Center > System Information> Wireless iInfo.

When you have completed all settings, you can save and display your mediaU channel list. If there are additional accounts stored in the radio, you can call up the account you are currently using in the settings menu. On the website, you can save your favourite stations, set your preferred location/ genre/ city.
The stations can be viewed in the My Media mode of the radio

INFORMATION CENTER

Weather

Weather information for over 2000 cities is available. Select the country and city for weather details. Turn the Rotary encoder to display the weather forecast for the next few days. This device can display weather information in standby mode. On the weather information page, press OK to select the weather you want to display in the idle mode, and press OK again to confirm.

Financial information

You can display the stock index.

System information

You can view the device and network details. The information includes the MAC address you need to register with my mediaU.

SETTINGS

Spotify Connection

Your new device has Spotify Connect built i.n. Use your phone, tablet, or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how. Licenses

The Spotify Software is subject to third-party licenses found here:  https://www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses. All listed brands are trademarks of their companies. Errors and omissions excepted, and subject to technical change. Our general terms of delivery and payment apply.

Music Control

You can operate the internet radio via your smartphone or tablet. Download “Air Music Control“ from the “Google Play Store“ or “Apple App Store “. The devices must be connected to the same network.

AUX-IN Connection

Aux In mode plays audio from an external source such as an MP3 player. To play back audio with Aux-in mode: Set the volume low on both the radio and, if adjustable, the audio source device. Connect the external audio source to the 3.5 mm stereo AUX IN jack.

BT Connection

The pairing name of the device is IR-260. Either press the MODE button until the screen displays „BT“ or select BT from the main menu. Select the radio in the AUNA 10034908 IR-260 Internet Radio device list of your mobile device and click on it to pair. After successful pairing, a tone is heard.

FM Operation

Select FM mode on the main screen using the navigation knob or the navigation buttons on the remote control. After selection, the FM mode starts on the 87.5 MHz frequency. To store all stations with strong signals, press the navigation knob. The screen displays [Auto Scan?]. Select „Yes“ (YES). The auto scan will start. Once the auto scan is complete, the stations will be stored in your Favorites. You can quickly scroll through these preset stations by pressing and holding the [<] or [>] button. You can scroll slowly through preset stations by pressing the [<] or [>] button repeatedly to move forward or backward through the stations.

Storing FM Stations Manually

To save your favourite stations manually, select the frequency of the station you want to save. Then press and hold the FAV button for 1-2 seconds. The number [01] appears on the screen. Use the navigation knob to scroll through the memory numbers (up to 99) and AUNA 10034908 IR-260 Internet Radio select the desired memory number by pressing the navigation knob.

Recalling Stored FM Stations

When in FM mode, you can access your favourite station by pressing the FAV button and using the navigation knob to scroll through the stored stations.

DAB+ OPERATION

On the main screen, select DAB/DAB+ mode using the navigation knob or the navigation buttons on the remote control. The first time you use DAB mode, the unit will start searching for DAB stations. The screen displays [Scanning]. Scroll through the list using the navigation knob or the navigation buttons on the remote control and select the desired station. When you have selected a station, press the navigation knob to play it.

Select „Yes“ to scan for stations again. When you are on a particular station, press the [>] button to display additional information about the station. The screen AUNA 10034908 IR-260 Internet Radio automatically scrolls through the information and displays Genre, MHz, songs played, KHz, and Kbps.

Storing DAB/DAB+ Stations

When you have turned on your desired station, press and hold the FAV button for a few seconds to access the [Add to my Favorites] screen. Turn the navigation knob to select the desired memory number (up to 99). Alternatively, if you are on the DAB station list page, you can highlight the selected station and press and hold the FAV button to access the [Add to my Favorites] screen.

Recalling Saved DAB/DAB+ Stations

When you are in DAB/DAB+ mode, you can access your favourite station by pressing the FAV key and using the navigation knob to scroll through the stored stations.

Technical Data

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer: Chal-Tec GmbH, Wallstrasse 16, 10179 Berlin, Germany.

Importer for Great Britain: Berlin Brands Group UK Limited PO Box 42 272 Kensington High Street London, W8 6N, D United Kingdom. Hereby, Chal-Tec GmbH AUNA 10034908 IR-260 Internet Radio declares AUNA 10034908 IR-260 Internet Radio that the radio equipment type MM-5.1-JW complies with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: use.berlin/10022256

For Great Britain: Hereby, Chal-Tec GmbH declares that the radio equipment type MM-5.1-JW is in compliance with the relevant statutory requirements. The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: use.berlin/10022256

Dear Customer

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FAQs

Q: What internet connections does the IR-260 support?

Ans: For dependable internet streaming, the IR-260 supports Ethernet (wired LAN) and Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) connections.

Q: How do I set up Wi-Fi on my IR-260 Internet Radio?

Ans: Go to Settings > Network Setup > Wi-Fi, choose your network, type in your password, and verify the connection after turning on the radio.

Q: Can I listen to local FM/AM radio stations on the IR-260?

Ans: Yes, you can listen to local FM stations with the IR-260’s built-in FM tuner.

Q: How do I access internet radio stations?

Ans: Browse thousands of internet radio stations by popularity, location, or genre using the radio’s menu or app interface.

Q: Does the IR-260 support streaming services like Spotify or TuneIn?

Ans: Firmware updates or compatibility with external devices may be prerequisites for Spotify integration.

Q: Can I connect the IR-260 to external speakers?

Ans: Yes, you may connect it to external speakers or headphones using the line-out and headphone connectors.

Q: How do I update the firmware of the IR-260?

Ans: To download and install updates, connect the radio to the internet, select Settings > System Update, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Q: Can I set alarms or timers on the IR-260?

Ans: Yes, you can use the clock or settings menu to access the alarm and sleep timer features on the radio.