Denon HOME 250 User manual

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DENON HOME 250
WIRELESS SPEAKER
Owner’s Manual
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Introduction 5
Before your begin 6
System requirements 6
Network requirements 6
Getting to know your speaker 7
Front panel 8
Top panel 9
Rear panel 10
Bottom panel 11
Placing your speaker 12
Wall or ceiling mounting 12
Powering your speaker 13
Getting the HEOS app 14
Setting up your first speaker 15
Adding more speakers 16
Adding wired speakers 16
Adding wireless speakers 16
Using your speaker 17
Selecting a room/speaker 17
Quick Select function 18
Listening to radio 19
Playing music stored on your mobile device 19
Playing music from your networked PC or NAS 20
Playing music from the AUX input 21
Playing music from a USB memory device 22
Playing music from Bluetooth device 23
Pairing the speaker with your Bluetooth devices 23
HEOS account 24
What is a HEOS account? 24
Why do I need a HEOS account? 24
Signing up for a HEOS account 24
Changing your HEOS account 24
Playing from streaming music services 25
Adding a music service 25
Changing music service settings 25
Managing inputs 26
Changing the name of the inputs 26
Hiding an input 26
Managing your phone 27
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Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 28
Grouping rooms 28
Ungrouping rooms 29
Grouping all rooms (party mode) 30
Ungrouping all rooms 31
Stereo pairing 32
Creating a stereo pair 32
Changing the name of a stereo pair 34
Adjusting the balance 34
Swapping left and right channels in a stereo pair 35
Removing a stereo pair 35
Using the now playing queue 36
Play Now 36
Play Now & Replace Queue 36
Play Next 36
Add to End of Queue 36
Rearranging the now playing queue 37
Deleting songs from the play queue 37
Deleting all songs from the play queue 38
Saving playlists 38
Performing repeat and shuffle playback 38
Using the favorite 39
Adding to HEOS favorite 39
Deleting station from the HEOS favorite 39
AirPlay function 40
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 41
Playing iTunes music with your speaker 41
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 42
Making speaker adjustments 43
Changing the name of a speaker 43
Changing the wireless network connection 43
Changing the speaker’s equalizer 44
Adjusting the audio quality 44
Adjusting the status light brightness 44
Advanced speaker settings 45
Network settings 45
About wireless power saving 45
Firmware upgrade 46
About 46
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Updating your system 47
Advanced features 48
Sharing music from your mobile device 48
Wireless performance 48
Submit diagnostics 49
Resetting your controller app 49
Power management 50
Power modes 50
Quick Start Mode 50
Deep Standby 50
Off 50
Basic troubleshooting 51
Cannot connect the speaker to the network 51
Cannot pair a Bluetooth mobile device with the speaker 51
Cannot hear Bluetooth music 52
Music cuts out or delays sometimes 52
I hear a delay when using the AUX input with my TV 53
Connecting to a network using an iOS device 53
I hear distortion when using the AUX input 54
Connecting to a WPS network 54
Resetting your speaker 55
Buttons do not operate correctly 55
Status LED table 56
Supported file types and codecs 60
Specifications 61
Information 63
Trademarks 63
License 65
License information for the software used in the unit 65
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Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
NOTE
0This document contains information that is subject to change without notice.
Introduction
The speaker is part of the HEOS system that enables you to enjoy your favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your home. By utilizing your
existing home network and the HEOS app on your iOS or Android™ device, you can explore, browse, and play music from your own music library or from
many online streaming music services.
0True multi-room audio - play different songs in different rooms or the same song in every room
0Utilizes your existing home wireless network for quick and easy setup
0Industry leading microsecond audio synchronization between speaker
0Legendary Denon audio quality
0If you are in a hurry, you can be enjoying great sounding music in no time by following the steps outlined in the Quick Start Guide (packaged with your
speaker).
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DENON HOME 250
WIRELESS SPEAKER
QUICK
START
GUIDE
Please continue reading this Owner’s Manual for more detailed information about the features and benefits of your speaker.
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Before your begin
NOTE
0If you have already installed at least one speaker, please skip to the section “Adding more speakers” (v p. 16).
System requirements
Before you begin installing your first speaker, please make sure you understand and meet a few basic requirements.
oNetwork requirements
Wireless Router - In order to use your HEOS system, you must have a working wireless (Wi-Fi) or ethernet network in your home. Even when
connected to an Ethernet network, a Wi-Fi connection to the router is required to control the system using the HEOS app. If you do not have a wireless
network, please contact your local Denon dealer or electronics retailer to assist you with purchasing and installing a wireless network in your home.
High Speed Internet Connection - HEOS system accesses the Internet to stream music to your home from many popular online music services.
HEOS system is also designed to provide you with software updates, which are delivered via your home Internet connection. DSL, Cable, and Fiber
services will provide the best experience and reliability. You may experience performance issues with slower Internet connections like satellite based
services.
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Getting to know your speaker
Unpack your speaker from the box and verify that the following items are included:
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Speaker Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Notes on Radio
iMounting screw
Warranty
(North America model only)
Power cord
(for Europe model)
Power cord
(for North America model)
NOTE
0Please use the power cord included in the box for your device.
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oFront panel
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BStatus LED
Please refer to the “Status LED table” for LED color and state
meaning. (v p. 56)
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oTop panel
Hold your hand over the top of the speaker to show the operation
panel buttons. Touch these buttons to perform operations. Moving
your hand away from the area hides the buttons.
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AQuick select buttons (1 - 3)
Register input source settings to these buttons or recall those
settings. (v p. 18)
BPlay/pause button (13)
0Press this button to pause during playback. If pressed while
paused or stopped, resumes playback from the last track played.
0Press and hold the button for 5 seconds to enter Deep Standby
mode. (v p. 50)
CVolume buttons (+, –)
These adjusts the volume level.
NOTE
0Do not put anything on top of the speaker. Doing so may lead accidental
operations.
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oRear panel
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AAC inlet
Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 13)
BBluetooth button (V)
Used in the Bluetooth pairing settings. (v p. 23)
CAUX input connector (AUX IN)
Used to connect audio devices. (v p. 21)
DUSB port
Used to connect USB memory devices. (v p. 22)
ENETWORK connector
Used to connect this unit to a wired Ethernet network. (v p. 16)
FCONNECT button
Used for Wi-Fi setup. (v p. 54)
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oBottom panel
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AMounting screw hole
Used when mounting this unit to the wall or ceiling. (v p. 12)
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Placing your speaker
You can place your speaker anywhere you want to enjoy great sounding music. Please follow these simple guidelines when determining where to place
your speaker…
0The speaker must be within range of your wireless network.
0The speaker is designed to sound best when placed 3 to 12 inches (8 - 30 cm) from a wall.
0Locate the speaker at least 12 inches (30 cm) from a television, computer, or other display device to avoid the possibility of interference.
0Place the speaker across the room from where you will be listening, as close to ear level as possible.
0The speaker is not waterproof. Do not place it near any water source and do not leave it outside in the rain or snow.
oWall or ceiling mounting
This speaker can be mounted on a wall or ceiling using a screw
included and standard speaker or camera mount/attachment (1/4
inches / 6.35 mm diameter) that supports at least 32 lbs 10 oz / 14.8
kg. For more information, contact the store you purchased the
speaker.
Caution
0Use a hexagonal wrench with a width across flats of 3/16 inches / 4.8
mm for the included screw.
0Do not use a fixture other than the included screw to mount the speaker
on a wall. This may damage the speaker.
0Use a commercial bracket (sold separately) to attach this unit to the wall
or ceiling. Do not attach it directly to the wall or ceiling.
0If attaching this unit to the wall or ceiling, check that it is attached
securely. Please be aware that Denon accepts no responsibility for any
damage if the unit falls.
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Φ3/8 inches / 8 mm or less
Gap
No gap
OK
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Powering your speaker
Connect the power cord included in the box to the rear panel of the speaker and the plug to a wall outlet. The speaker is capable of automatically
switching between 100 - 240 V.
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To household power outlet
Power cord (supplied)
Power cord (supplied)
AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
(for Europe model)
AC 100 - 120 V, 50/60 Hz
(for North America model)
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Getting the HEOS app
The HEOS app is the heart of the HEOS system experience. Using your mobile device and the HEOS app, you can setup, browse, explore, and control
your HEOS system right in the palm of your hand, from anywhere in your home.
Download the HEOS app for iOS or Android by searching App Store®, Google Play™ store or Amazon App Store for “HEOS”.
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For the purpose of improvement, the specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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Setting up your first speaker
Once you have placed your speaker in your listening room and have downloaded the HEOS app, you are ready to configure your speaker for music
playback. This involves following a few simple steps to get the speaker connected to your existing home network:
Caution
0Do not connect the Ethernet cable if you are connecting your speaker to a wireless network. If you are connecting the speaker to a wired network, use
an Ethernet cable sold separately to connect the speaker to your network or router.
1Make sure your mobile device is connected to your
wireless network (the same network you want your
speakers connected to).
You can check this in the “Settings” - “Wi-Fi” menu of your iOS or
Android device.
NOTE
0Activate the Bluetooth setting on your mobile device.
0If your wireless network is secure, make sure you know the password to join
your network.
2Launch the HEOS app on your
mobile device.
3Tap the “Setup Now” button at the top of the screen.
4Follow the instructions to add the speaker to your
wireless network.
NOTE
0If you have any problems connecting your speaker, jump to the Troubleshooting
section (v p. 51).
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Adding more speakers
The HEOS system is a true multiroom audio system that automatically synchronizes audio playback between multiple speakers so that the audio coming
from different rooms is perfectly in sync and always sounds amazing! You can easily add up to 32 speakers to your HEOS system.
Adding wired speakers
Just connect the speaker to your home network using an Ethernet cable and the speaker will appear on your HEOS app as a new room in the “Rooms”
screen.
At your convenience, you can assign a name to the speaker to indicate which room you have it placed in.
0Use only a shielded STP or ScTP LAN cable which is easily available at electronics stores (CAT-5 or greater recommended).
0Do not connect a NETWORK connector directly to the LAN port/Ethernet connector on your computer.
Adding wireless speakers
You can add additional speakers to your HEOS system by selecting “Add Device” from the HEOS app’s settings menu and follow the instructions:
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Add Device
SettingsMusic
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Using your speaker
Once you have your speaker connected to your network and the HEOS app installed on your mobile device, it’s easy to start enjoying your favorite music.
You can listen to something different on every speakers or the same music perfectly synchronized on all speakers. It’s up to you!
Selecting a room/speaker
If you have more than one speaker, you must tell the HEOS system which
speaker you want to control:
1Tap the “Rooms” tab.
2Select the Room/Speaker you want to control.
3Select the “Music” tab to select a music source or the
“Now Playing” tab to control what is currently playing
in the selected room.
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Rooms
Drag one room into another to group them
Rooms
Now PlayingMusic
Song Name 3
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Song Name 1
Dining L + Dining R
Song Name 2
Kitchen
1
2
3
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Quick Select function
Input source settings can be registered to the Quick select buttons (1 - 3).
1To register the current settings, press and hold down one of the Quick Select buttons (1 - 3) on the top panel for 3
seconds.
0The status LED blinks once when registration is complete.
0To recall the registered settings, press the Quick Select button on the top panel.
[Default settings]
Button Input source
Quick Select 1 AUX In
Quick Select 2 －
Quick Select 3 －
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Listening to radio
The HEOS system includes access to more than 100,000 free internet
radio streams from all corners of the globe via the TuneIn radio service.
Just select the TuneIn logo from the main “Music” menu and browse
among the 100,000 stations neatly organized into popular categories and
select a station that appeals to your mood.
NOTE
0If you have a TuneIn account, you can sign into the TuneIn service under
“Settings” - “Music Sources” - “TuneIn”, and access all of your “My Favorites”
TuneIn stations.
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Audio signal
Playing music stored on your mobile
device
1Tap the “Music” tab.
2Select “This iPhone/iPod/iPad/Phone”.
3Browse the local music on your phone and select
something to play.
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Audio signal
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Playing music from your networked PC
or NAS
1Select “Music Servers” from the “Music” tab.
2Select the name of your networked PC or NAS
(Network Attached Storage) server.
3Browse the music on your PC/NAS and select
something to play.
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NAS
(Network Attached
PC Storage)
PC
Audio signal
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