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- Page 1 HITACHI AllPlay Adaptor User’s Guide ...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......... 2 Product Layout ................. 4 LED Indicators ................ 5 Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker App ............ 5 ※Preparation ................ 6 Wi‐Fi input setup .............. 6 1.Using a mobile device for Wi‐Fi setup ......... 6 2. Using WPS (Wi‐Fi Protected Setup) ........ 7 Playing music ................ 8 ... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. 12) Use only with 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 ... - Page 4 HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide 15) Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the apparatus. 16) Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 17) Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit. 18) When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 19) The mains plug is used as the disconnect and shall remain readily operable. 20) Only use the AC adapters that are included with this product. ...
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Page 5: Product Layout
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide Product Layout 1， LED: Indicates Wi‐Fi and BT source selected. 2， WPS button: Press to enter Wi‐Fi setup mode (Access Point Mode); Press for 2s to enter WPS mode. 3， SOURCE button: Press to select the input source.(Wi‐Fi/BT) 4， AUX: AUX output jack (3.5mm). 5， DC IN: Power supply input. 6， RESET hole: reset the AllPlay Adaptor to factory default setting. ... -
Page 6: Led Indicators
LED Behavior LED Flash Working Status Frequency White LED and Blue Power on LED alternately flashing White LED slow flash Enter Wi‐Fi connecting or disconnection mode White LED fast Enter Wi‐Fi pairing flashing mode with WPS method White LED Solid Solid Wi‐Fi connected Blue LED fast flash Enter BT pairing mode Blue LED Solid Solid BT connected Hitachi WI‐FI Speaker App Use the Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker App to control your Smart Wi‐Fi Speaker. Search using the keywords “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” and download the app from the Apple ® App Store (iPhone®/iPad®) or Google Play store (Android devices). * Requires smartphone or tablet running Apple® iOS (V6, 7, 8) or Android OS (V2.2 through V4. ... -
Page 7: Preparation
2) Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) (See page) If your wireless router supports WPS, you can set up the speaker’s Wi‐Fi connection by pressing the WPS button. 1. Using a mobile device for Wi‐Fi setup Note: Make sure that DHCP is enabled for the network settings on your Wi‐ Fi router. 1. Turn the speaker on and wait for it to completely boot up. It will take approximately 60 seconds, and during this time the Wi‐Fi LED will blink RED and WHITE. When boot up is complete the Wi‐Fi LED will blink WHITE. Note : If the Adaptor has been previously setup with another network or if you wish to re‐setup the Adaptor, you will have to set the Adaptor to Wi‐Fi setup mode (Access Point Mode). To set the Adaptor to AP Mode press the “WPS” button once on the Adaptor, the Wi‐Fi LED will then blink RED indicating that the unit is ready for setup. 1. Go to the Wi‐Fi settings on the mobile device. 2. Select “HITACHI AP Adaptor XXXXX XX_XX” on mobile devices. Note: “X” will be digits that are unique to each Adaptor. 4. Start the Internet browser on the mobile device to display the setup page. Note: IOS ‐ The setup page will automatically be displayed. Android OS ‐ After you open the Internet browser, the setup ... -
Page 8: Using Wps (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide page will be displayed. If the setup page is not displayed, type “http://172.19.42.1/” into the URL address field. 5. Enter a device name of your choice (e.g., Bedroom) and then select “Next”. Note: The device name will be displayed as this speaker’s name on the network. 6. Select your “Network Name” (SSID) and type the router’s Wi‐Fi pass‐ word. Note: Check your wireless router for the network name (SSID) and the password. : A list of network names (SSIDs) will appear when you select the “Network Name” box. : To display the characters typed in the “Password” box, select “Show Password”. : If your network requires specific settings, disable “DHCP”. You can then specify the IP Address, Subnet mask, Default gateway, Primary DNS, and Secondary DNS. 7. Select “Connect” to apply the settings. Note: When the connection is established, the Wi‐Fi LED on the Allplay Adaptor will turn to a solid WHITE color. : Depending on the mobile device, the connection complete screen may not be displayed. 8. Make sure that your mobile device reconnects to the same network that was used during the Allplay Adaptor setup. Note: If the network indicator does not light up, check the network name (SSID) and the password, and then tries the setup again. 2. Using WPS (Wi‐Fi Protected Setup) Wi‐Fi protected setup (WPS) is a network security standard that allows ... -
Page 9: Playing Music
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide another network or if you wish to re‐setup the Allplay Adaptor, press and hold the “WPS” button on the Allplay Adaptor for 2 seconds, enabling Wi‐Fi setup mode (AP Mode). 2. Press and hold the “WPS” button on the Adaptor for 2 seconds. Note: The Wi‐Fi LED will quickly blink RED. Press and hold the WPS button on the wireless router for 2 seconds. Note: When the connection is established, the Wi‐Fi LED on the speaker will turn a solid WHITE color. Playing music You can play music from your mobile device, home network, online music services. 1. Home network To stream music to your Adaptor from a mobile device on your home Wi‐Fi network, you need to download and install the free “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” app to your mobile device. 1. Turn the AllPlay Adaptor on. Note: The network indicator (WHITE) lights up. If the Wi‐Fi LED is blinking in WHITE and RED, wait until the blinking stops (approximately 60 seconds). 2. Start the “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” app on your mobile device. 3. Choose the speaker you wish to play music from (“Select a Player”). ... -
Page 10: Grouping Speakers (Party Mode)
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide 3. Select a music source or music service. 5. Select a song, channels, play list, etc. Note: You can listen to synchronized sound from multiple Hitachi Wi‐Fi speakers (additional speakers sold separately.) Music playback may continue to play, when using “Music Services” in the “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” app, if you do not press pause before exiting the app. 2. Grouping Speakers (Party Mode) Grouping speakers together enables you to play the same music through multiple speakers at the same time (Party Mode). You can use the “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” app to use party mode while in the Wi‐Fi Input. Optionally you can use other music/media apps on your mobile device to use party mode while in the Bluetooth input. From the “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” app, within the “Select a player” screen, select “GROUP” and add or remove speakers that you wish to group together (Party Mode). ... -
Page 11: Online Music Services
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide Note: When speakers are not grouped together, you can play different songs on other Hitachi Smart Wi‐Fi speakers at the same time. You will need to select individual speakers separately to choose the song, channels, play list, etc. that will be played by the speaker. Up to 10 Hitachi Smart Wi‐Fi speakers can be managed from a single mobile device. 3. Online music services This speaker is compatible with several third party music services. Available music services will be displayed within the app under “Music Services.” ... -
Page 12: Using Spotify
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide 4. Using Spotify 1. Start the “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” app, and select Spotify from Music Services. Note: You will need Spotify Premium. For details, visit the following website. www.spotify.com/connect/ : Registration/subscription is required. : Fees may apply. : Service icons, and specifications subject to change. : For details, visit the individual music service’s website. : Spotify may not be available in all areas in which these speakers are sold and content availability and applicable charges are subject to change. 5. Using online music services other than Spotify 1. Select a music service from “Music Services” that you wish to listen to and select a song/station to play. Note: Some third party music services accessible via Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker App (e.g., Rhapsody, SomaFM, etc.) may require paid ... - Page 13 HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide subscriptions to access some or all of their offered services; the Spotify free app can be used via the Hitachi mart Wi‐Fi Speaker’s Bluetooth or AUX IN inputs, but a Spotify Premium subscription is required to use Spotify over your Wi‐Fi network. For any other audio sources that are not supported by Wi‐Fi applications, connect to the Hitachi Smart Wi‐Fi Speaker using its Bluetooth inputs. ...
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Page 14: Bluetooth Setup
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide Bluetooth Setup You can also listen to music from a compatible Bluetooth device by using the Bluetooth input. Preparation Turn on the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth enabled device. 1. Press the SOURCE button on the Adaptor to switch to the Bluetooth input. 2. When the Bluetooth LED blinks BLUE, the Adaptor is ready to pair with the Bluetooth enabled device. Note: If the Bluetooth LED is a solid BLUE color, then another device is already paired with the Adaptor. Disconnect the current connection on mobile device. After the Bluetooth LED will blink BLUE, indicating it is ready for pairing. ●On your Bluetooth enabled device, in settings, under Bluetooth devices. ●On your Bluetooth enabled device, in settings, under Bluetooth devices, select (eg. bedroom/bedroom2/living room) 3. Pairing is complete when the LED on the Allplay Adaptor turns a solid, BLUE color. ... -
Page 15: Firmware Updates
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide Firmware updates Occasionally Hitachi may release firmware updates for this speaker that may add features or improve functionality. Note: During the firmware upgrade no other operations can be performed. The firmware update process may require approximately up to 5 minutes completing. : During the firmware update, do not disconnect the AC power supply. Doing so may cause malfunction or damage to the speaker. : The Wi‐Fi/BT LEDs will alternately flash while the firmware update is in process. After the update the speaker will auto reboot and the upgrade will be complete. Preparation: Connect this Adaptor to your Wi‐Fi network and make sure that the network is connected to the Internet. 1， From the “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” app, within the “Select a Player” screen, select your speaker. ... - Page 16 HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide 2， After you select your speaker, continue to “Settings” and then press the “ ” button. 3， Scroll down to the “Firmware” section and select “Check for updates now”. The app will then check for updates and if there is an update available for your speaker, follow the instructions provided by the app to update. ...
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Page 17: Adaptor Ip & Mac Address
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide Adaptor IP & MAC address Retrieve the IP and MAC address of your speaker. 1. Start the “Hitachi Wi‐Fi Speaker” app. 2. From the “Select a Player” screen, select your speaker. 3. After you select your speaker, continue to “Settings” and then press the “ ” button. ... - Page 18 HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide 4， Scroll down to the “Network” section and the IP and MAC addresses will be displayed under IP/MAC address. ...
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following checks. If the problem remains unresolved, consult your dealer for instructions. Humming noise is heard during playback. • There are cords/cable from other appliances or fluorescent light near the speaker’s AC power supply cord. Turn these appliances off or move them away from the speaker’s AC power supply cord. Distorted sound when using the AUX IN input. • High levels of input signal can cause sound distortion. Turn down the volume of the connected external device to reduce the input signal. The Wi‐Fi LED does not stop blinking in WHITE and RED, even after completely unplugging and re‐booting the speaker. • The speaker needs to be repaired. Consult service. The Wi‐Fi LED keeps blinking WHITE. • This speaker is not connected to the network. Check the network connection. Cannot connect to the network. • This speaker can connect to routers set with security modes WPA2, WPA/WPA2 mixed mode, or open. For details on security supported by the router, refer to the router’s Owner’s Manual. • If your wireless router is set to hidden (Hide SSID broadcast), disable hidden mode while you set up the network for this ... -
Page 20: Resetting The Allplay Adaptor To Factory Default
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide network as this speaker. • Reconnect your mobile device to the network. • Restart or reset your wireless router. Audio is interrupted or playback does not start. • When using the 2.4 GHz band on the wireless router, simultaneous use of other 2.4 GHz devices (cordless telephones, microwaves, etc.) may result in connection interference. Increase the distance between the speaker and these devices. • Try using the 5GHz band, if supported by your router. Refer to your router’s Owner’s Guide for more information. • Do not place the speaker inside a cabinet made of metal. Doing so may block the Wi‐Fi signal. • Place the speaker closer to your wireless router. • If several wireless devices are simultaneously using the same network as the speaker, try turning off the other devices or reducing their network usage. Resetting the AllPlay Adaptor to factory default To return all settings to the factory defaults 1. Turn the Allplay Adaptor on. If the Wi‐Fi LED is blinking WHITE and RED, proceed to the next step after the LED turns solid WHITE (wait approximately 60 seconds). 2. Press the Reset key with the PIN through the RESET hole (located at the back of the Adaptor). 3. The Bluetooth and Wi‐Fi LEDs will blink three times ... -
Page 21: Specifications
HITACHI Allplay Adaptor User`s Guide Specifications (Specifications subject to change without notice) General Input source Wi‐Fi/BT 3.5mm AUX DC IN Modulation Type CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK, 64QAM, 6QAM, QPSK, BPSK Operating temperature 32°F ~ 104°F (0°C ~ 40°C) Operating humidity 40~90% RH Φ Dimension ( x H)(mm) 94”x24.7”... - Page 22 FCC RF Exposure Information and Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.