Yamaha ISX-18 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

EN

UABGLVH

Before using this unit, be sure to read the “Safety Brochure” and “Quick Manual.”

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

12 Use only with the cart, 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.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of

time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 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 into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Yamaha and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics

• Explanation of Graphical Symbols

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.

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

1 Read these instructions.

2 Keep these instructions.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 Clean only with dry cloth.

7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has

two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

Since hearing damage from loud sounds is often undetectable until it is too late, Yamaha and
the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to avoid
prolonged exposure from excessive volume levels.

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Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe
level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying
blaring or distortion – and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive
hearing.

FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)

1 IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets
FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority,
granted by the FCC, to use the product.

2 IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only

high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all
installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to
use this product in the USA.

3NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC

Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with these requirements
provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a residential
environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices.
This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not installed and used according to the
instructions found in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of
other electronic devices.

Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations.
If this product is found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by turning the unit
“OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the following measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line
filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300
ohm ribbon lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results, please contact the local retailer
authorized to distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please contact
Yamaha Corporation of America A/V Division, 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed by Yamaha Corporation of
America or its subsidiaries.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC CAUTION

Change or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
CAN ICE-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

IMPORTANT

Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.
MODEL:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit. Retain the Owner’s Manual in a safe place for
future reference.

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT

Responsible Party: Yamaha Corporation of America A/V Division
Address: 6600 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620
Telephone: [phone]
Type of Equipment: Integrated Audio System
Model Name: ISX-18
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of this device.

NOTICE

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:
– Reorient 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

connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC
radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the
radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

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CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for

future reference.

2 Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place - away from direct sunlight,

heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. For proper ventilation, allow the following
minimum clearances.
Top: 5 cm (2 in.), Rear: 5 cm (2 in.), Sides: 5 cm (2 in.)

3 Locate this unit away from other electrical appliances, motors, or transformers to avoid humming sounds.

4 Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes from cold to hot, and do not locate this unit

in an environment with high humidity (i.e. a room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation inside
this unit, which may cause an electrical shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

5 Avoid installing this unit where foreign object may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be

exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top of this unit, do not place:

– Other components, as they may cause damage and/or discoloration on the surface of this unit.
–

Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

– Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and liquid may cause electrical shock to the

user and/or damage to this unit.

6 Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation.

If the temperature inside this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

7 Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all connections are complete.

8 Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing damage.

9 Do not use force on switches, knobs and/or cords.

10 When disconnecting the power cable from the wall outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cable.

11 Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

12 Only voltage specified on this unit must be used. Using this unit with a higher voltage than specified

is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. Yamaha will not be held
responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified.

13 To prevent damage by lightning, keep the power cable and outdoor antennas disconnected from a

wall outlet or this unit during a lightning storm.

14 Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact qualified Yamaha service personnel when any

service is needed. The cabinet should never be opened for any reasons.

15 When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (i.e. vacation), disconnect the AC

power plug from the wall outlet.

16 Be sure to refer to the “Troubleshooting” section for common operating errors before concluding

that this unit is faulty.

17 Before moving this unit, press A to set it to standby mode and disconnect the AC power plug from

the wall outlet.

18 Condensation will form when the surrounding temperature changes suddenly. Disconnect the

power cable from the outlet, then leave this unit alone.

19 When using this unit for a long time, this unit may become warm. Turn the power off, then leave

this unit alone for cooling.

20 Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily.

21 Be sure to use the AC adaptor supplied with this unit. Using an AC adaptor other than the one

provided may cause fire or damage to this unit.

22 Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

WAR NIN G

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off by A. This state is called the standby mode. In this
state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.

Radio waves may affect electro-medical devices. Do not use this unit near medical devices or
inside medical facilities.

Do not use this unit within 22 cm (9 inches) of persons with a heart pacemaker implant or
defibrillator implant.

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The user shall not reverse engineer, decompile, alter, translate or disassemble the software used
in this unit, whether in part or in whole. For corporate users, employees of the corporation
itself as well as its business partners shall observe the contractual bans stipulated within this
clause. If the stipulations of this clause and this contract cannot be observed, the user shall
immediately discontinue using the software.

■ For U.K. customers

If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance, it
should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to the instructions
described below.

Note

The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plug with bared flexible cord is
hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.

■ Special Instructions for U.K. Model

IMPORTANT

THE WIRES IN MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
FOLLOWING CODE:

Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Making sure that neither core is connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment:

This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that
used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household
waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to
applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation.

By disposing of these products correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which
could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products, please contact
your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you
purchased the items.

For business users in the European Union:

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer
or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union:

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items,
please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

We, Yamaha Music Europe GmbH hereby declare that this unit is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Yamaha Music Europe GmbH

Siemensstr. 22-34 25462 Rellingen, Germany
Tel: [phone]

The name plate is located on the bottom of the unit.

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Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

......i

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE
OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

......iii

Introduction......3

Supplied accessories......3

About this manual......3

Home audio network with
MusicCast

Easy control with the app......4

What you can do with this unit......5

......4

Part name......6

Top panel......6

Rear panel......6

Front panel display......7

Preparations......8

Installation......8

Connecting the FM antenna (ISX-18) or DAB/FM antenna

(ISX-18D)......9

Connecting AC adaptor......10

Turning on the power......11

Connecting to the network......12

Setting of the devices and playback......13

Connecting to the network by sharing the iOS device

setting......14

Playing network contents......15

Listening to the songs in the computer......15

Listening to Internet radio......17

Supports streaming services......17

Presetting network contents......18

Listening to the Music with
AirPlay

Playing back songs with iPhone......19

Playing back songs with iTunes......19

......19

Listening to music via Bluetooth
connection

Pairing a Bluetooth device with the unit......20

Connecting a paired Bluetooth device and playing back

music......21

Listening to music through wireless headphones......22

......20

Listening to FM radio stations......23

Tuning in FM stations......23

Presetting FM stations......23

Listening to DAB stations
(ISX-18D)

Preparing for DAB reception......24

Tuning in DAB stations......24

Presetting DAB stations......25

......24

Using the alarm function......26

3 types of alarms......26

Source......26

Snooze......26

Setting the alarm time......27

Turning the alarm on/off......27

Stopping the alarm for a short time(snooze)......28

Turning the alarm off......28

Using the sleep timer......29

Updating the firmware......30

Updating with a “MusicCast CONTROLLER”......30

Updating with the unit......30

Other functions......31

Disabling the Wi-Fi function......31

Disabling the Bluetooth function......31

Initializing network settings......32

Setting the auto standby function......32

Troubleshooting......33

General......33

Network......34

Bluetooth......36

FM reception......37

DAB reception (ISX-18D)......38

Supported devices/media and file
formats

......39

Specifications......40

Trademarks......42

2



AC adaptor



Stand



Non-skid pads



FM antenna

(ISX-18)



DAB/FM antenna
(ISX-18D)



Screw

When placing the unit on a flat surface, affix
the included Non-skid pads to the corners of the
unit undersides, as shown. The pads will prevent
the unit from moving around.

When hanging the unit on the wall, to prevent
the vibration from the sound from reaching the
wall, attach the Non-skid pads on the two corners
of the rear panel.



Quick Manual



Safety Brochure

Keep the screw out of reach
of children to prevent them
from accidentally
swallowing a screw.

Introduction

Confirm the package contents and useful points of this manual.

Supplied accessories

About this manual

• iOS and Android mobile devices are collectively referred
as “mobile devices.” The specific type of mobile device
is noted in explanations as needed.

• “iPhone” described in this manual may also refer to
“iPod” or “iPad.”

• Illustrations may differ from actual item depicted.

• Symbols:

Indicates precautions for use of the unit and its
feature limitations.

Indicates supplementary explanations for better
use.

Indicates the corresponding reference page(s).



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AC adaptor: DC 12 V, 2.5 A

Country Number

U.S.A. AY30AA-BF1202502-US/-01

Taiwan AY30AA-BF1202502-TW/-01

Europe, Asia AY30AA-BF1202502-EU/-01

U.K. AY30AA-BF1202502-UK/-01

Australia AY30AA-BF1202502-AU/-01

Home audio network with MusicCast

Easy control with the app

MusicCast is a brand new wireless musical solution from Yamaha, allowing you to share music among all of your rooms with a variety of devices. You can enjoy music
from your smartphone, PC, NAS drive and music streaming service anywhere in your house with one easy-to-use app. For more details and a lineup of MusicCast
compatible products, visit our website.

http://www.yamaha.com/musiccast/

System requirements

- For details, search App Store or Google Play™ for “MusicCast CONTROLLER.”

- The application supports iPhone and Android mobile devices.

To use the unit, you need the dedicated app “MusicCast CONTROLLER” for the operation.
Install the MusicCast CONTROLLER app to the mobile device.

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What you can do with this unit

These unit operations are performed with the “MusicCast CONTROLLER” app. y indicates operations that can also be performed from the unit.

Home audio network with MusicCast

Basic operations

Turn on/standby y

Adjust volume y

Mute

Switch source y

Adjust sound tone

Equalizer (Low/Mid/High)

Using the clock/alarm

Clock

Set time (manual/automatic)

Switch display (12-hour/24-hour)

Alarm function

Turn on/off alarm function

Stop alarm

Set alarm time

Set alarm sound

Adjust alarm volume

Use snooze

y

Enjoying network content

Listen to music from a mobile device

Listen to Internet radio

Play back music files from a PC or NAS

Play back music with AirPlay

Listen to network streaming services

Register contents to "Favorites (PRESET)"

Register/delete contents

Recall registered contents y

MusicCast network

Distribute audio via MusicCast network

Link distribution

Adjust audio output

Bluetooth distribution

Bluetooth

Enjoy music with a Bluetooth connection

Connect to Bluetooth-compatible devices

Disconnect from Bluetooth-compatible devices y

Listening to FM/DAB* radio

Select radio stations (manual/automatic)

Register stations to "Favorites (PRESET)"

Manually register/delete radio stations

Automatically register FM radio stations

Recall registered radio stations y

Compatible with Initial Scan/Tune Aid for DAB

* DAB is compatible only with ISX-18D.

Specifying unit settings

Set a sleep timer

Adjust the front panel display brightness (DIMMER)

Music enhancer

This function enhances the sound of compressed digital
sound by regenerating musical elements that are lost
through compression via Bluetooth connection.

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Part name

a b c d fe g

a

c d g

c d fe

e

b

(ISX-18)

(ISX-18D)

Top panel

1 Wi-Fi indicator ( P.12)
2 Bluetooth indicator ( P.20)

3 A (Power)/CONNECT ( P.11)

Turns the unit on or switches it to standby.

4 SOURCE

Switches the playback source.

5 VOLUME–/+

Controls the volume.

6 PRESET ( P.18, 23 )

Recalls registered network contents or radio stations.

7 ALARM ( P.27)

Turns on/off the alarm function and stops the alarm.

Rear panel

6

1 Screw hole for installing the stand ( P.8)
2 Hole for wall-hanging installation ( P.8)
3 NETWORK jack
4 DC input connector ( P.10)
5 Service terminal

Terminal for service maintenance: Do not connect cables,
and do not remove the attached cap.

6 ANT FM jack (ISX-18) ( P.9)
7 ANT FM/DAB jack (ISX-18D) ( P.9)

Part name

a

b

c

d
e

f

Front panel display

1 Source indicator

Shows selected source.
NET: Network sources

: Bluetooth
FM: FM radio
DAB: DAB radio (ISX-18D)

2 Play indicator

Displays the playback mode.

3 Illumination sensor

Detects ambient lighting. Do not cover this sensor.

4 Multi-function indicator

Displays various information, including the clock time or
volume settings.

5 Sleep timer indicator

Lights up when the sleep timer is set ( P.29).

6 Alarm indicator

Lights up if the alarm is turned on ( P.27).

Setting the clock of front panel display

You can set the clock time in the “MusicCast
CONTROLLER” app. Tap (Settings) in the room
select display.

The clock can be automatically synchronized with
the clock on your smartphone by using the app
(auto setting).

The clock can be set by using the app (manual
setting).

- The clock can be switched between a 12-hour
and 24-hour display.

- The clock setting will be lost if you disconnect
the power cable from the wall outlet for about a
week. Set the clock again.

Adjusting brightness of front panel display

You can set the brightness of front panel display in
the “MusicCast CONTROLLER” app. Tap
(Settings) in the room select display.

- Auto (default setting): adjusts the brightness
automatically to match the surroundings.

- 0: darker

- 1: between 0 and 2

- 2: brighter

When Auto is set, the brightness of the front panel
display is adjusted automatically with the
illumination sensor. Ensure that the sensor is not
covered.

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Preparations

12

Wall/Reinforcing
material

20 mm (3/4 in.)

or more

7 mm (1/4 in.)

The unit

1.1 kg (2.4 lbs.)

Installation

When installing on a shelf

Have a Phillips (+) screwdriver ready to use during assembly.

Attach the stand using the specified screw.

Note

• Attach the stand using the specified screw supplied in
the package.

• Tighten the screw firmly so that the unit never gets
shaky.

• The unit cannot be used by itself. Be sure to complete
the installation.

• After installation, place the unit on a stable surface, and
observe the following precautions.

- Do not place on a metal sheet such as sheet iron.

- Do not cover the unit with cloth.

When hanging the unit on the wall

1 Insert a screw into the wall.

•

Prepare a commercially available tapping screw (screw
diameter 3.5mm to 4mm (1/8 in).

2 Hook the hole for wall-hanging

installation onto the screw head.

Note

• Secure installation is the owner's responsibility. Yamaha
shall not be liable for any accident caused by improper
installation. If you are uncertain about the wall strength,
please consult an installation specialist.

• Spread a soft cloth or other protective mat over
the table before installation.

• Keep the screw out of reach of children to prevent
them from accidentally swallowing a screw.

• Make sure that the screw is securely caught by the
narrow part of the hole.

• Do not mount the unit on thin plywood or on a
wall made of soft material. Otherwise, the screw
may pull out of the surface and the unit may fall,
possibly damaging it or causing personal injury.

• Do not mount the unit on a wall using nails,
adhesives, or unstable hardware. Long term use
and vibration may cause the unit to fall.

• To prevent the unit from falling down, it is
recommended to attach a commercially available
safety wire. Use the supplied screw to attach the
safety wire to the screw hole for installing the
stand.

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Connecting the FM

1

2

(ISX-18)

(ISX-18D)

antenna (ISX-18) or

Preparations

DAB/FM antenna (ISX­18D)

1 Connect the supplied antenna to the

unit.

2 Install antenna with pins where the

unit can obtain good reception.

• The antenna should be stretched out.

• If radio reception is poor, change the height, direction,

or placement of the antenna.

• A commercially available outdoor antenna may
improve reception.

9

Connecting AC adaptor

to AC inlet

Do not connect the power cable of the unit
until you have finished connecting all
cables.

• Place the cable so that a hand or foot is not caught by it.

Preparations

10

Preparations

A (power)/CONNECT

Turning on the power

Plug the power cable into the wall outlet
and press

• The unit turns on.

• Press

mode).

A (power)/CONNECT.

A (power)/CONNECT again to turn off (standby

Network standby

The unit can be set to display the clock or the network connection status when it is in standby (network
standby).
If network standby is turned off, the unit can reduce power consumption without displaying the clock
(eco standby). For details, see the table on the right.
Network standby can be turned on /off in the following procedure.

1 While pressing ALARM of the unit, plug the power cable into an outlet.
2 Press and hold ALARM.

• The front panel display shows “ON” or “OFF.”

• When you turn on the unit for the first time after

purchase, the Wi-Fi indicator blinks and the unit
automatically starts to search iOS device ( P.14).

• When the unit is turned on, a Source indicator

( P.7) lights up.

Status in network standby/eco standby

Network

standby

Enable/disable the alarm Yes No

Control from the app Yes No

Clock display Yes No

Network connection Yes No

Bluetooth connection Yes No

• When the auto standby is on (default setting), the
unit will automatically go into the standby state
under the following conditions.

- When the unit produces no sound of audio

input and is not operated for about 20 minutes
at selecting Bluetooth or NET as the source.

- When the unit has passed for 8 hours in the FM/

DAB reception.

standby

Eco

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