Monitor audio AIRSTREAM 10 DATASHEET

Internet / Wi-Fi, DAB, FM Radio System

User Manual

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR •

OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

TO • REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT.•
EXCESSIVE SOUND PRESSURE FROM EARPHONES AND HEADPHONES CAN CAUSE HEARING LOSS.•
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED •

MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS UNIT NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR •

COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

This lightning flash with an arrow head
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to the persons.

Warning: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remove cover (or back),
no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.

This exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
presence of important maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

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FCC RF Radiation Exposure statement:

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a
minimum distance of 20 centimetres between the radiator and your body.

NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures: re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the
separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is needed. Consult the
dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions1. .

Keep these instructions.2.

Heed all warnings.3.

Follow all instructions.4.

Do not use this apparatus with water.5.

Clean only with a dry cloth.6. Great care and attention has gone into the

materials chosen to produce the product. A gentle wipe with a dry, clean cloth

is all that is required to remove any dust. Treat it as you would a fine piece of

furniture because that is how it has been designed.

Do not block any ventilation openings. 7. Install in accordance with Monitor

Audio’s instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources8. , such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,

or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Do not defeat the purpose of the polarised or grounding type plug. 9. A

polarised plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type

plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third

prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet,

consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched10. particularly

at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the

apparatus.

Only use attachments/ accessories specified by Monitor Audio.11.

Use only with the cart12. , stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the

manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when

moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.14. Servicing is required when

the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally
or has been dropped.

The appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device,15. the disconnect

device shall remain readily operable.

Switch off the unit when you don’t use it.16. Switch off the unit and disconnect

it from the AC power supply when it is not being used for a long time. The mains
plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable at any time.

This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water 17. and

that no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

Francais: L’appareil ne doit pas être exposé aux écoulements ou aux

éclaboussures et aucun objet ne contenant de liquide, tel qu’un vase, ne doit
être placé sur l’objet.

The marking information is located at the bottom enclosure of the 18.

apparatus.

Francais: Le marquage de l’appareil figure sur la partie inférieure du boîtier.

AC/DC adaptor is used as a disconnect device 19. and it should remain readily

operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from mains
completely, the AC/DC adaptor should be disconnected from the mains socket
outlet completely.

Francais: L’adaptateur AC/DC de l’appareil ne doit pas être obstrué ou doit

être facilement accessible pendant son utilisation. Pour être complètement
déconnecté de l’alimentation d’entrée, l’adaptateur AC/DC de l’appareil doit être
déconnecté du secteur.

Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms13. , or when unused for long

periods of time.

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AirStream 10

CONTENTS PAGE

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS i

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ii

CONTENTS 1

WELCOME 2

AirStream Helpline 2

What is in the Box? 2

BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS 3

Definitions 4

PRODUCT SET UP 5

Where to Position your AirStream 10 5

Switching on and
Connecting to your Network 5

Advanced Users 6

Software Update 6

USING THE AirStream 10 7

Switching On 7

Switching Off 7

Adjusting the Volume 7

Using Headphones 7

Selecting a Listening Mode 7

INTERNET RADIO 8

Introduction to Internet Radio 8

Using the Internet Radio 8

Storing an Internet Station Preset 9

Select an Internet Station Preset 9

Podcasts 9

Last Listened 9

My Favourites and My Added Stations 10

Help 10

Internet Radio Display 10

MUSIC PLAYER 11

Using the Music Player 11

Music File Types 11

Selecting Music Player Mode 11

Setting up the Music Player 11

Setting up for Shared Media 12

Setting up for Shared Folders 14

Music Player Display 14

DAB RADIO 15

What is DAB Digital Radio? 15

Selecting DAB Mode 15

Changing DAB Stations 15

Manually Scanning for DAB Stations 15

Storing a DAB Station Preset 16

Select a DAB Station Preset 16

DAB Display Information 16

Manual Tune 17

Dynamic Range Control 17

Station Order 18

DAB Mode Display 18

FM RADIO 19

FM Radio Mode 19

Selecting FM Radio Mode 19

Tuning to a FM Station 19

Changing the Scan Setting 19

Changing the Audio Setting 20

Storing a FM Station Preset 20

Select a FM Station Preset 20

FM Display Information 20

FM Mode Display 20

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AUXILIARY INPUT 21

Auxiliary Mode Display 21

ADDITIONAL SYMBOLS DISPLAYED 21

MAIN MENU 22

SLEEP 22

ALARMS 22

To set an Alarm 22

SYSTEM SETTINGS MENU 22

TIME AND DATE SETTINGS 22

To Manually Set the Time and Date 22

Auto Update 23

Set Format 23

Set the Time zone 23

Daylight Savings 23

LANGUAGE 23

LCD STANDBY - BACKLIGHT 23

FACTORY RESET 23

SOFTWARE UPDATE 24

Automatic Update 24

Manually Check for Updates 24

INFO 25

HELP 26

Unable to Connect to Wireless network 26

DAB Radio Reception is Poor 27

No Sound 27

The AirStream 10 does not Respond 27

CARE AND MAINTENANCE 28

PRODUCT GUARANTEE 28

GLOSSARY OF TERMS 29

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WELCOME

AirStream Helpline

Introducing the AirStream 10 Multi-Format radio from Monitor Audio®. Your AirStream 10
is a combined DAB (not USA model), FM and Internet radio with media streaming. It
utilises the very latest technology with a quick and easy set up and a clear information
display.

Monitor Audio have used their vast experience and knowledge of the hi-fi industry and
transferred it into a complete radio solution.

Please read through all of the Safety Instructions (separate booklet), Initial Set Up
Guide and this User Guide before proceeding to operate your AirStream 10.

Before you can receive internet radio stations you will need to check that you have
the following:

A broadband internet connection•

A wireless access point (Wi-Fi) connected to your broadband internet, •

via a router.

If your wireless network is configured to use Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) or
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption then you will need to know the WEP
or WPA code so that your AirStream 10 can communicate with your network.

Your AirStream 10 should work in all locations where the Wi-Fi network •

is available. You will also need to know the name of your wireless network, i.e.

its SSID.
Before you continue please make sure that your wireless access point is turned on
and connected to your broadband internet. You may need to read the instructions
provided with your wireless access point and router.

The helpdesk is open from 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank
Holidays) and can be contacted on:
[phone] (local call rate). Or at www.monitoraudio.co.uk

What’s in the Box?

1 x Airstream 10
1 x Mains adaptor
1 x Ethernet cable
1 x 3.5 mm jack lead
User Manual/Guides

Internet / Wi-Fi, DAB, FM Radio System

User Manual

Internet / Wi-Fi, DAB, FM Radio System

UK

Safety Instructions

US

Note:

If you have a wireless laptop computer available you can use this to check that 1.

the wireless network is working OK before you begin to set up your AirStream 10.

If you do not have a wireless connection you can use the Ethernet cable supplied 2.

to connect to your computer/ router/ Ethernet network point.

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EuroAus

Note: Some models will only
contain 1 plug adaptor

AirStream 10

BUTTONS & CONNECTIONS

Preset

Buttons

Right

Button

Play/ Pause

Button

Left

Button

Alarm

Menu

Mode

Aerial

Info

EQ

Return
Button

Sleep/
Snooze

Speaker

Tune/ Select Dial

Display

Auxiliary Input

Stereo Audio
Output

Stereo Headphone
Output

Ethernet Input

Power Input

Anti-slip rubber

pad locations

Stand By Button

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BUTTONS & CONNECTIONS. Cont.

Definitions

Stand By -• Turns the AirStream 10 on and off out of stand by mode. When in

Stand by, you can set the display to be fully illuminated, partially or not at all.

Aerial -• This must be fully extended in order to ensure maximum FM and DAB

signal strength. Some adjustment may be required, but fully extended vertically

is the recommended place to start. The aerial is not required when in Internet

Radio or Music Player modes.

Mode -• Scrolls through the various playback modes.

Menu -• Press this to enter into the main menu (not playing any particular mode)

or the main menu for the mode in which you are in.

Alarm -• Short cut to the alarms setting menu.

Sleep/ Snooze -• The sleep function automatically turn the AirStream 10 off after

a user set period of time. The Snooze function silences an activated alarm for a

period of 5 minutes. You will be able to see it count down on the AirStream 10

display.

EQ -• Scroll through the various preset EQ settings (Optimum, Voice, Classical,

Pop, Rock or Dynamic).

Info -• Press this button to scroll through various information transmitted during

FM (only when an RDS signal is being received), DAB (not all models), Internet

Radio and Music Player.

Play/ Pause Button - • This acts as a mute button when in Internet, DAB and

FM modes. When in Music Player mode, you can play and pause the music

you are listening to.

Left Button - • This is used to skip backward to a previous track(s) when in

Music Player mode. In DAB mode, it brings up the station list. In FM mode, it

is used as a form of manual tuning in -0.05MHz steps. It is disabled in Internet

Radio or Auxiliary modes.

Right Button - • This is used to skip forward to the next track(s) when in Music

Player mode. In DAB mode, it brings up the station list. In FM mode, it is

used as a form of manual tuning in +0.05MHz steps. It is disabled in Internet

Radio or Auxiliary modes.

Return Button - • This button is used frequently in the menu system, to access

the previous display. However, when in Internet Radio mode, it brings up the
Internet radio menu. In Music Player mode, it brings up the music list for that
folder. In DAB mode, it brings up the station list. In FM mode and Auxiliary
mode, it has no function.

Tune/ Select Dial - • It is used to scroll through the menus, and select the

highlighted option by pressing down on it.

Auxiliary Input - • An input to allow inter-connection of other devices, such as

MP3 players and CD players. It is recommended that the volume of the auxiliary
device is set to approximately three quarter volume for optimum playback quality.

Audio Output - • This connection is used to connect the AirStream 10 to other

audio devices. This is set to a fixed level and the volume is controlled via the
external device. The speaker on the AirStream 10 will still remain active. A stereo
signal will be played providing one is received.

Headphone Output - • Use to connect headphones (not supplied with the

AirStream 10). The volume is controlled via the AirStream 10 however, the speaker
of the AirStream 10 will be muted. A stereo signal will be played providing one
is received.

Ethernet Input - • Allows for a wired connection to a router (or Ethernet switch)

where a wireless connection is not available.

Power Input - • Connect only the power supply unit supplied with the AirStream 10.

Do not use any other devices.

Anti-slip Rubber pad locations - • Place the self adhesive rubber pads here

when using the AirStream 10 in a horizontal orientation. Eight pieces have been
supplied. Only four are required, leaving four spares. Additional information can
be found on the help sheet contained with the pads.

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PRODUCT SET UP

Where to Position Your AirStream10

It is important that you consider carefully in advance where your AirStream 10 will be
situated and make sure that it is:

On a flat and stable surface.•

Within 1.8 metres of a power socket.•

Within a strong wireless network reception area. •

If you are not using the wireless connection, you must be near, or have access •

to a Ethernet point.

Where the telescopic aerial can be fully extended when listening to DAB or FM •

stations.

Away from bright sunlight or heat sources, such as a radiator.•

Away from humid or very damp places such as a bathroom.•

Switching on and Connecting to Your Network.

(Also see the Quick Start Guide.)

Connect the mains power lead into the socket on the bottom right hand side 1.

of the AirStream10 (see the image on page 3) and plug the power adaptor into

the mains power wall socket and switch on. If using an ethernet network lead

(supplied), also connect it at this stage.

‘DESIGN FOR SOUND, STARTING ...’ will be displayed followed by an un-set 2.

time and date.

Press the ‘Stand By’ button (see the image on page 3). The main menu will be 3.

displayed (if it is not displayed, press the menu button):

Main Menu

1

2

Internet AirStream 10

Music player

DAB

FM

AUX in

3

4

Turn the ‘Tune/ Select Dial’ to highlight and select ‘System Settings’4. . This will

display the ‘System Settings’ menu:

System settings

1

Network >

Time/ Date >

Language >

LCD Standby-Backlight >

2

Factory reset

3

4

Press the ‘Tune/Select Dial’ to select ‘Network’ which in turn bringing up the 5.

‘Network settings’ menu. Press the ‘Tune/Select Dial’ again to select and start
the ‘Internet Wizard’. The wizard will automatically scan for available Wi-Fi and
Wired networks displaying a list of those that are available.

Turn the ‘Tune/Select Dial’ to your chosen network and press it to select. If 6. using

the wired connection method, select ‘[WIRED]’ from the list (please go to step

8). If the network does not have any security, ‘Please wait connecting’, and then
‘Connected’ will be displayed.

1

2

DESIGN FOR

SOUND

STARTING

3

4

1

2

00:00

00/00/0000

3

4

1

2

Network settings

Please wait.

Connecting...

3

4

Network settings

1

Connected

2

3

R

4

If your network does have security, the wizard will prompt you to enter the relevant 7.

Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) or Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) code or pass
phrase. This is accomplished by turning the ‘Tune/ Select Dial’ to highlight the
appropriate character, then pressing it to select. When the key has been entered,
turn the dial to highlight ‘OK’ and press it to select.

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After successful entry of these details, the display will change to ‘Please wait
connecting.’, and then ‘Connected’ will be displayed.

1

2

Network settings

Please wait.

Connecting...

3

4

Network settings

1

Connected

2

3

R

4

Note:

If your network name or SSID has been hidden, the AirStream 10 will not be able
to detect it. You can either turn on the SSID of your access point and then select
’[Rescan]’ or manually enter the SSID into the AirStream 10. To enter your SSID into
the AirStream 10, select ‘[Manual config]’ as below, then ‘DHCP Enable’, ‘Wireless’
and then enter your SSID, (see page 4 for key entry). After you have entered your
SSID, either select ’Open’ if you have no further security on your network or proceed
to enter your WEP or WPA codes. The AirStream 10 will now connect to the network
as in Step 4 (refer to page 5).

Note:

In addition to the list of available networks there are three advanced options:

Rescan - • To scan again for available networks

Wired - • Which selects a ’wired‘ network

Manual config - • Which enables manual set up of a wireless configuration

including SSID and WEP/WPA codes.

If using the wired connection method, then simply select it 8. from the Network

Wizard menu. It will then run through the connection process and the following

will be displayed. If it doesn’t connect first time, go to the ‘Manual settings’ in the

‘Network settings’ menu and select the ‘Wired’ option, then ‘DHCP enable’

1

2

Network settings

Please wait.

Connecting...

3

4

Network settings

1

Connected

2

3

R

4

Note:

For privacy reasons, you should only connect to wireless access points that you own
or have agreement to use.

Note:

The security details must be the same as those saved in the wireless access point,
which would have been set up by the person who installed your wireless network. The
WEP/ WPA code and SSID can be written into the box below for future reference.

Note:

Make sure that the letter, number or symbol you wish to select is flashing in the display
before you press the ‘Tune/ Select’ knob to select it.

Note:

WEP and WPA codes are sensitive to upper and lower case characters so must be
entered exactly as they have been stored in the wireless access point.

Advanced Users

It is possible to edit all of the settings for your internet connection. To access this
menu:

Press ‘Menu’ and use the ‘Tune/Select Dial’ to scroll to and select ‘Main Menu’.1.

Use the ‘Tune/Select Dial’ again to scroll to and select ‘System setup’, followed 2.

by ‘Internet setup’ and then ‘Manual settings’.

Within this same menu list you can select ‘View settings’, which enables you to 3.

see the current settings for:

MAC address DHCP•

PC settings SSID•

IP settings, which displays the IP address, subnet mask and gateway address.•

Software Update

It is recommended that you perform a software update before proceeding any further.
Please go to page 24 for information on how to do this.

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AirStream 10

USING THE AirStream®10

Switching On

Press the power switch on the top of the AirStream 10 (see image on page 3). The
display will illuminate and the AirStream 10 will return to the mode it was last used in
(DAB/FM/ Internet). If listening to a radio station when you last switched the AirStream
10 off, this station will automatically be selected and begin to play.

Switching Off

Press the power switch on the top of the AirStream 10 (see image on page 3). The
current time and date will be displayed, if already set. Turn to page 22 for information
on how to set the time.

Adjusting the Volume

The ‘Tune/Select Dial’ can be used to adjust the volume of the AirStream 10 and the
headphones. Turn the ‘Tune/Select Dial’ clockwise to increase the volume and anti­clockwise to decrease the volume.

Using Headphones

It is possible to connect headphones (not included) to the AirStream 10. The
headphone socket can be found on the right hand side of the AirStream 10 (see
image on page 3). When headphones are connected, the AirStream 10 speaker is
switched off and all sound will be via the headphones. The volume is controlled via
the ‘Tune/ Select Dial’.

Selecting a Listening Mode

When the AirStream 10 is turned on (out of stand by mode) for the first time, it will
start up in the ‘Main Menu’ screen. From here, there are 2 ways of selecting a
listening mode. Either use the ‘Tune/Select Dial’ and select the mode, or press the
‘Mode’ button. If pressing the mode button, it will cycle through the available source
modes:

1

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* DAB is only available on the UK version

DAB

radio

1

3

4

1

FM

2

3

FM

radio

3

4

AUX

in

2

4

To enter the desired mode, do not press any further buttons and it will automatically
enter the selected source mode.

1

Internet

radio

2

3

1

3

Music

Player

4

2

4

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