VSSL A.1 Product Manual
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June 2019
© 2019 by VSSL, LLC. All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME TO VSSL ..................................... 5
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................... 5
Front ................................................................... 5
Rear .................................................................... 6
ACCESSORIES ............................................ 7
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 7
KEY FEATURES .......................................... 8
Native Streaming .................................................. 8
Voice Control ....................................................... 8
Google Assistant ............................................................ 8
Siri .................................................................................. 9
Magnetic Feet For Easy Wall Mounting ................... 9
IR Control ............................................................ 9
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS ............................ 9
DEVICE STATUS ........................................ 10
Boot Up Sequence ................................................ 10
Power Modes ....................................................... 10
Software Updates ................................................ 11
LED Status Quick Reference ................................. 11
INSTALLATION .......................................... 12
Tabletop Installation ..................................................... 12
Rack Installation ............................................................ 12
Wall Mounting ................................................................ 12
Installing the Feet ............................................... 12
Connecting .......................................................... 13
Connect to Internet ............................................. 14
Configuration ...................................................... 14
Connecting to External System ............................. 14
External Audio System (Output) ................................... 14
External Audio Source (Input) ...................................... 15
Connecting a Subwoofer ....................................... 15
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Learning IR Commands ......................................... 15
PLAYING MUSIC ........................................ 15
AirPlay® ........................................................ 15
iOS® Device .................................................................... 15
macOS™/OS X® Device ................................................... 16
iTunes® ........................................................................... 16
Chromecast built- in ......................................... 16
Android™ ........................................................................ 16
iOS ................................................................................. 17
Mac®/PC ......................................................................... 17
Spotify Connect® ............................................. 17
Bluetooth ............................................................ 17
Use with Apple TV ............................................... 17
Local Music Library ............................................. 18
VSSL APP ................................................ 18
SYSTEM UPDATES ...................................... 18
FACTORY RESET ....................................... 19
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................... 19
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............... 21
FCC STATEMENT ...................................... 22
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Note:
Your favorite music apps are maintained outside of the VSSL system. These apps
may be subject to updates or changes and could affect the performance of your music
system.
Power Indicator
Indicates the power state of the device. There are 2 power states,
on and sleep.
Solid bright - device is on
Solid dim - device is in sleep
Pulse – device is booting up
WELCOME TO VSSL
VSSL is the music system you always wanted.
§ Out of sight.
§ No other apps.
§ Just the music you love.
§ Controlled by voice.
VSSL strives to deliver you the best music listening experience based on your music
ecosystem. By incorporating Apple Airplay2, Google Chromecast, and Spotify Connect, you
can choose your favorite music app, device, and ecosystem.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Front
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Device Status Indicator
Indicates the status of the zones. See the Device Status section
for more details.
Flashing red - device is powering up and connecting to network
Solid yellow - device has no network connection
Solid white - device is active with audio playing via analog input
or streaming
Flashing white – device is ready and waiting for set up in in
Google Home app
Multi Colored – device is updating
Off - zone is not active
Speaker Output
Use the phoenix connector supplied. Output is not bridgeable. The
L+, L-
are positive and negative outputs for the left channel speaker
while the R+, R- are the positive and negative outputs for the right
channel speaker.
Subwoofer Output
For connecting a subwoofer. Output can be full range or with a
crossover pass only the low frequencies (LFE). The crossover is
adjustable from 50-200Hz.
Analog Output
Analog RCA line level output, output can be fixed volume or
variable.
Digital Outputs
(1) Digital coax, (1) optical, output can be fixed volume or variable.
Network Ports
(1) 10/100MB network input, (1) 10/100MB network output.
Rear
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Power Input
100-240VAC 50/60 Hz
Use the power cord supplied with the unit. Adapters can be used for
international power connections.
Digital Inputs
(1) Digital coax, (1) optical.
Analog Input
Analog RCA input.
IR Remote Input
For remote control of the device. Use the included IR receiver cable.
IR commands can be learned for volume+, volume-, and mute.
Line Out Only
Switch
Use this switch to disable the speaker output and amplifier on the
unit. Used when the unit is the source for another amp.
Factory Reset
Can use a pin to reset the device to its factory settings.
Phoenix Connector
Can accept size 14-20 gauge speaker wire.
IR Receiver Cable
Cable for receiving IR signals from remotes.
Power Cord
Standard 3 prong power adapter for the US.
Zones
1
Channels
2
Amplifier
Class D
35 watts/ch RMS @ 8 ohm
50 watts/ch RMS @ 4 ohm
WiFi
2.4/5Ghz, dual antenna MIMO
Inputs
(1) Network, (1) RCA, (1) digital coax, (1) optical, (1) IR
Wireless Inputs
Airplay2/Chromecast built-in/Spotify Connect/Bluetooth
Outputs
(1) RCA line level, (1) optical, (1) digital coax, (1) subwoofer
Sub Out Crossover
Adjustable, 50-200 Hz
EQ
7 band adjustable
S/N Ratio
>98 dB A-weighted
Frequency Response
20 - 20,000 Hz
ACCESSORIES
SPECIFICATIONS
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