Russound X5 User manual

X5 Controller Streamer Amplier
Installation Manual

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The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and user instructions
should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water; for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing
liquids and no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus. Do not touch the appliance
with wet hands. Do not handle the appliance or power cord
with wet or damp hands. If water or any other liquid enters
the appliance cabinet, take it to qualied service personnel
for inspection.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
6. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer. From time to time you
should wipe o the front and side panels and the cabinet
with a soft cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol
or other chemical solvents or cloths since this may damage
the nish or remove the panel lettering.
7. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that
its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may
block the ventilation openings, or placed in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede
the ow of air through the ventilation openings. Place the
unit in a well-ventilated location, leaving at least 2 inches
(5 cm) of clearance on all sides, top and rear of unit for air
ow. If ventilation is blocked, the unit may overheat and
malfunction.
8. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Grounding or Polarization - Precaution should be taken so
that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is
not defeated.
10. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the appliance.
11. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a
power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.
12. Main Power Disconnect - The power switch is a single-pole
switch. When the switch is in the“O” position, the appliance
is not completely disconnected from the main power. The
main power plug is used as the disconnect device and shall
remain readily operable. When installing the product, ensure
that the plug is easily accessible.
13. Non-Use Periods - The power cord of the appliance should
be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long
period of time.
14. Attachments - Only use attachments/accessories specied
by the manufacturer.
15. Carts and Stands - The appliance should
be used only with a cart or stand that is
recommended by the manufacturer. An
appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
16. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
17. Location of the Amplier - Do not mount this unit under a
kitchen cabinet. Do not expose the amplier to direct sun
light or heating units as the amplier internal components’
temperature may rise and shorten the life of the components.
Avoid damp and dusty places.
18. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
enclosure through the openings.
19. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualied service personnel.
20. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be
serviced by qualied service personnel when: A. The power
supply cord or the plug has been damaged; B. Objects have
fallen, liquid has been spilled into the appliance; C. The
appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does
not appear to operate normally; or E. The appliance has been
dropped or the enclosure is damaged.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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 o and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of 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
dierent from that to which the receiver is connected, or consult
the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.

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Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................. 2
Product Overview ................................................................................................................... 4
X5 Front Panel Illustration.................................................................................................... 5
X5 Back Panel Illustration..................................................................................................... 6
Setting Up X5............................................................................................................................ 7
Connecting X5 to Home Network ..............................................................................8-11
Wired Connection .............................................................................................................. 8
Wireless Connection....................................................................................................8-10
Setting Device Name ......................................................................................................11
SCS Conguration Software..............................................................................................11
Installation Overview.................................................................................................... 12-13
Listening to AirPlay Streaming.........................................................................................14
Listening to Pandora Internet Radio ..............................................................................15
Listening to Spotify........................................................................................................ 16-17
Listening to SIRIUSXM Internet Radio............................................................................18
Listening to TuneIn Internet Radio .................................................................................19
Listening to vTuner Internet Radio .................................................................................20
Listening to Network Audio Files (Media Server) ......................................................21
Sharing Mode .................................................................................................................. 22-23
Controller/Keypad Connection ........................................................................................24
Speaker Connection.............................................................................................................25
Adding An External Amplier or A-BUS to X5.............................................................26
Source Audio Connection........................................................................................... 27-29
IR Connection .........................................................................................................................30
Zone 12 VDC Trigger Outputs...........................................................................................31
USB Devices Connection ....................................................................................................32
Ethernet Connections..........................................................................................................32
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Technical Specications......................................................................................................33
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................33
Networking Best Practices .................................................................................................34
Glossary.....................................................................................................................................34
Tech Tip .....................................................................................................................................35
LED Diagnostic Chart...........................................................................................................36
Limited Warranty ...................................................................................................................37

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Russound XStream™ X5 Controller Streamer
Amplier to ll your home with audio everywhere.
The Russound XStream X5 is the rst-of-its-kind room-by-room distributed
audio system. Unlike its hard-wired predecessors, the X5 is a certied Wi-Fi
device that wirelessly synchronizes audio across all X5-powered rooms. It’s
designed to be subtle, unobtrusive and blend easily into any décor. Removable
side panels reveal mounting brackets so you can easily mount and hide the
unit behind furniture, TV displays or in a closet. The X5 puts your music up
front and keeps the hardware out of the way.
Every room in your home is unique, and the X5 is the only product capable of
oering customized options for each room. The back panel of the X5 features
a number of wired connections, oering customized options to bring audio
into each room of your home. The X5 is a streamer, an amplier and a room
controller all in one product and much more. The X5 is the rst to be built
on an all-digital platform. Digital inputs, digital streaming content, digital
amplication at 50 watts per channel, and a high-end DAC deliver better
audio performance. Designed for custom installation professionals, the X5 can
change the way you approach distributed audio.
Russound was the rst multiroom audio company to embrace Apple AirPlay
and oer popular on-board streaming services. Stream your iTunes™ library
and other audio content from any AirPlay-enabled Apple device to the X5
and listen to it throughout your home. The X5 also supports Bluetooth®
streaming through an optional external receiver, the BTC-1X. The external
Bluetooth option allows you to locate the receiver for maximum reception and
performance, unlike most products that can be limited by internal Bluetooth
reception capabilities.
Unlike other streaming solutions, the X5 gives the user real control of their
listening experience. The X5 is the only single-room audio streamer, amplier
and controller with a keypad connection for complete control. Russound has
three dierent keypad options for the X5:
• TS3 touchscreen
• MDK-C6 multi-line display keypad
• SLK-1 single-line display keypad
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Features
• Wi-Fi Certied Device with built-in onboard streaming
• Built in AirPlay streaming with full metadata to app or keypads
• High denition audio streaming up to 24-bit/192kHz
• App or Keypad controlled (MyRussound App for iOS or Android, TS3,
MDK-C6, SLK-1)
• IR controller with built in library of popular commands and learning
capabilities
• Bluetooth ready (requires BTC-1X)
• Class D 50WRMS x 2 amplier with subwoofer out
• Digital inputs
• Fixed/variable line audio outputs
• 12V trigger output
Additionally, every X5 zone can be controlled by the MyRussound™ App,
available for iOS and Android™ devices. The app and keypad can be congured
to control other AV devices connected to X5. Every X5 has an IR database with
universal and learning commands to control other AV devices. The X5 can
also be controlled by other home automation systems through RIO, our open
IP protocol. The power to control your musical universe, right there in your
hands.
The XStream X5 oers several benets for the installer. Wireless connectivity
simplies installation because no centralized wiring is needed in the home.
All connections between X5 products are wireless through standard 802.11
Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet connections, making the X5 an excellent solution
for retrot and pre-existing homes. If you’re familiar with current Russound
systems, there are no new software programs to learn; our X5 unit uses the
same programming tools used with our MCA-Series systems. The X5 also uses
the same keypads and app for control as our MCA-Series system. Everything
from remotes to the speakers, ampliers and controllers can be hidden in
each room, removing the AV clutter. With the X5, you can also personalize the
user experience in each room while the operation and control is consistent
throughout the system.

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FRONT PANEL
IR Learning
IR Talkback
(yellow green red)
System On LED
System Status LEDs (blue)
(red ashing)

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Ethernet
Line Out
Speaker Out
4 ohms min
Power
Keypad
Antenna Antenna
Bluetooth OpticalCoax
Digital Audio In
Subwoofer
Made in China
Trigger Out
12VDC 100mA
IR Out
100-240V~
50/60Hz 2.5A
IR OutEthernet Port
Keypad Port Bluetooth® Port
Digital Audio
Input
12VDC Trigger Speaker Output
Factory Reset - used for returning
to Access Point Mode and Factory
Initialization
X5 Bottom View
Line Output Power Switch
AUX USB Port
AC 120/240V Input
Detachable grounded
power cord connection
BACK PANEL

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1. Unpack the X5 and all of its contents:
1 X5 Controller Streamer Amplier
1 Power cord
2 Wi-Fi antennas
1 IR emitter
2. Screw the two antennas on the antennae posts as shown
3. Remove the detachable speaker connector from the X5
SETTING UP XSTREAM X5
4. Strip back 1/8” of the insulation on the speaker wire and twist the end of
each wire to tighten the bundle of copper strands on each wire.
5. Place the stripped end of the wire into the appropriate terminal and collapse
the latch. Check to make sure there are no strands of copper showing and
check the security of the wire in the connector. Between each terminal, take
caution to not let the wire fray or touch another connection. Each terminal
accepts up to 14 AWG wire.
6. Connect the other end of the wire to each speaker. Be careful to maintain
polarity.
7. Re-connect the detachable speaker terminal.
Snap connector Speaker wires

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Start by plugging in the power cable. DO NOT connect the Ethernet cable at
this time. All other cables should be connected.
Power on the X5. The X5 will power on in Access Point mode by default. (After
booting, the yellow and green LEDs will turn solid). Like other Wi-Fi enabled
devices, Access Point mode allows you to directly connect the X5
via Wi-Fi.
There are two ways to to connect the X5 to your home network: using a wired
connection or wireless connection.
2. Navigate to the Wi-Fi settings on your mobile device or wireless network
connections on your computer. The host name of the X5 will appear in the list
of available networks. Connect to the X5 host name.
Making a wired connection
1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the X5. The orange LED will ash rapidly for
a few seconds and then turn solid. It will take 30-60 seconds for the LED to
change to a solid green, indicating the X5 is connected to the network.
Note: A wired connection can be made when the X5 is in Access Point mode
or already in Wireless mode by connecting the Ethernet cable.
Making a wireless connection
1. Refer to the sticker on the bottom of X5 to nd the Host Name of X5.
CONNECTING XSTREAM X5 TO YOUR HOME NETWORK
Sticker example:

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3. Open a browser on a mobile device or computer. For iOS (Safari browser),
browse to http://XStrmX5-XXXXXX.local. (See sticker example shown on
page 8). For other browsers, go to http://192.168.253.2. Hover over the
Administration tab and select Wireless Settings from the dropdown menu.
CONNECTING XSTREAM X5 TO YOUR HOME NETWORK
4. Select the desired network from the list of available Wi-Fi networks. If the
Wi-Fi network does not broadcast its SSID, you can also manually setup a
wireless network by selecting“Add Wi-Fi”from the list.

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5. Enter security information and press connect. On the conrmation screen,
press continue.
CONNECTING XSTREAM X5 TO YOUR HOME NETWORK
6. The X5 will now connect to the network. Once the green LED on the front panel turns
solid, the X5 has successfully connected to the network.
If the yellow LED begins to blink, the X5 could not connect to the specied network.
Follow the steps shown in the dialog box below.
Changing from a wired to a wireless connection:
1. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the X5. The orange LED will ash
rapidly.
2. While the orange LED is ashing, the X5 needs to be reinitialized into Access
Point Mode. Depress the Factory Reset button on the bottom panel for 2
seconds. The yellow and green LEDs will blink 6 times before going solid,
indicating the X5 is in Access Point mode.
See instructions on pg 8-10 for "making a wireless connection".
Host Name
Host Name

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Setting device name
Once connected to the home network, you can set the Device name by
changing the“Device Name” eld on the “Stream Settings”page. To view the
Stream Settings page, select Administration (from the dropdown menu), then
Stream Settings.
CONNECTING XSTREAM X5 TO YOUR HOME NETWORK SCS CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE
The XStream X5 can be fully congured using the SCS-C5 conguration
software. SCS-C5 is available for download from the Support Center at www.
russound.com. The software has a Source Setup Wizard to aid in the setup and
basic conguration of the sources. Once congured, the system information
can be saved to a le for later use.
Items to be programmed with SCS-C5 software include:
Zone (room name) and Source Names - a list of predened names for
both are available and will be visible upon keypads and MyRussound App.
Custom naming is also possible.
Source Exclusion – enables or disables the set of sources available to each
audio zone.
All ON Participation - denes whether or not the zone will respond to All
ON commands from any X5 connected on the network.
Power Management of Sources - enabled / disabled per source. If
enabled, the Source IR command feature will be sent as part of the power
management feature. The source will turn o 5 minutes after the last zone
is turned o. This feature uses IR commands and audio signal sensing to
power up sources and initiate audio to conrm source power states.
Sound Controls - Adjust Bass, Treble, Balance, and Loudness initial
settings.
Fixed / Variable Line Output - Determines if zone preamp output gain is
at a xed level or controllable with the zone volume adjustment.
IR Learning - Source IR codes can be learned, saved, and managed.
IR Macros – Source IR codes can be programmed together in a sequence to
transmit as many as 30 IR commands from a touch of button.
IR Universal Code Library – Universal commands are stored in the X5
database to simplify programming.

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Wiring
If using a wired Ethernet connection, run a CAT-5e cable between the controller
location and the nearest network port. CAT-5e wire is also used for any keypad
connection (optional) and the BTC-1X Bluetooth connection (optional). Use
the T568A wiring conguration for all connections. Refer to the diagrams on
pages 24 and 27. Note: all connections must be made with the power OFF.
Route standard 4 conductor speaker wire to the speaker location. The speaker
connection requires a minimum 4 ohm load. Standard 16-gauge 4-conductor
stranded speaker wire can be run up to 125 feet; 14-gauge wire can be run up
to 250 feet.
Installation
The XStream™ X5 controller can be wall mounted, cabinet mounted or placed
on a shelf in an equipment rack. The controller will occupy very little space.
The side covers can be removed to reveal mounting tabs. Once mounted, the
side panels can be repositioned to hide the mounting hardware. (See diagram
of removable side panels).
Ventilation Requirements
Important: The XStream™ X5 should be situated so that its location or position
does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Do not block vents above the
unit, as it requires ventilation for proper operation. Do not expose to excessive
dust, and do not allow dust to build up on the unit and block vent holes. Do
not place the XStream™ X5 above or below a heat-generating component such
as an audio amplier.
Be sure to leave at least 2 inches of space to the sides of the unit with open air
ow above. A single-space rack mount vent or about 1.75 inches must be kept
clear above and below the unit.
Note:
Mount side panels back in place before applying power.
Side Panel
Stud
Side Panel
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
/ / /
/
Mounting on the cabinet

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Electrical Power
The XStream™ X5 operates at 100-120VAC ~60 Hz or 220-240VAC ~50 Hz.
Voltage is selected automatically by the power supply. It is recommended that
the XStream™ X5 and the source equipment be plugged into a dedicated 15-
amp circuit. The power switch for the unit is on the rear panel.
Important Considerations
• Disconnect the power cord before making any connections to the
controller
• Verify that all connections and polarity are correct.
• Keep all power cords away from all signal cables to prevent humming from
induced noise.
• Choose reliable signal cables and patch cords.
• Label all wires with the room location at both ends of the wire.
• Avoid running speaker wires or signal cables close to house electrical
wiring for any distance. If you have to run them parallel, make sure to space
the wires at least two feet from the AC line. If you need to cross an AC line it
should be at a 90° angle.
Do not connect the controller’s main power feed until all other
connections have been made and veried. Live connection or
removal of the keypad wiring or other wiring when the system
is powered can cause communication problems in the network.
Double-check terminations during each phase of the installation
to prevent accidental damage. Incorrect wiring is the number one
cause for non-warranty product damage.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
Mounting on the wall

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LISTENING TO AIRPLAY STREAMING
Open your music app and choose
an artist from your playlist.
The XStream X5 supports Apple's AirPlay technology. Airplay allows you to
wirelessly stream the high quality audio content on your iOS device across
your home network. AirPlay also shares metadata and provides simple control
commands from your iOS device or computer. With AirPlay, your iOS device
becomes an extension of your audio system.
Swipe from the bottom of the screen
to the top of the screen to reveal the
AirPlay menu.
When you tap the AirPlay icon, a list of devices will appear for you to
stream to. The X5 will appear either as the streamer name or unique
device name that’s been assigned. Select the X5 device name and
the music will begin playing.
Note: If you have a connected keypad or the MyRussound app, the
iOS device will show the metadata and transport controls such as
Play/Pause, next and previous track, and volume up and down.
How to use AirPlay on your iOS device:

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LISTENING TO PANDORA® INTERNET RADIO
Pandora provides a customized experience allowing you to
create up to 100 stations based on your musical preferences.
You can access the same Pandora account on all network-
connected X5 streams.
To listen to Pandora, you will need to subscribe to Pandora
Radio service and obtain a valid username and password. This
is done easily by accessing the Pandora Radio web-site to create
either a free or paid account. The X5 will allow you to login to
Pandora and start your listening experience. If you have not
created any stations prior to logging into the X5, you will be
prompted to do so after entering the Pandora menu option.
You can now play any Pandora stations that exist in your library
as well as using the options available to create new stations
using any of these three features.
• Create New Station: this allows you to search by artists, song
titles, and genres.
• New Station from Track: this will create a new station based
on the song that is currently playing
• New Station from Artist: this will create a new station based
on the artist that is currently playing
You will have the ability to rate songs by giving them a ‘Thumbs
Up’ or ‘Thumbs Down’. Giving a song thumbs up will cause
Pandora to play that song more often on a particular station.
Give a song a ‘Thumbs Down’ will cause Pandora to remove the
song from being played on a particular station. You will also
have access to other Pandora features such as bookmarking
tracks, putting tracks on the shelf for a while, renaming stations,
deleting stations, and nding out more information about why
a track is playing.
Note: When using the MDK-C6 keypads, you will need to press
the Previous (|<) button in order to access the Pandora Options
menu.
TS3 Now Playing Screen MDK-C6 Now Playing Screen
MyRussound App Now Playing Screen
Stream 1 2:03 PM
Pandora
Shinedown Radio
use for options
Shinedown
Amaryllis
For My Sake

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LISTENING TO SPOTIFY®
Using This Device With Spotify Connect
Spotify is an award-winning digital music service that gives you on-demand
access to over 20 million tracks. Spotify makes it easier than ever to discover,
manage and share music with your friends, while making sure that artists get
a fair deal. Spotify lets you listen to millions of songs – the artists you love, the
latest hits and discoveries just for you.
Spotify is not only extremely popular in the US but also worldwide. Spotify is
available in 57 markets globally, making it the largest worldwide availability of
any streaming service.
The XStream X5 system supports Spotify Connect, allowing you to play Spotify
on your X5 system using the Spotify App on your phone or tablet.
In order to get Spotify on your X5, the X5 needs to be updated to the lastest
rmware version. For more information about rmware versions, please refer
to the Russound Support Center on our website. Next, the Spotify App must
be installed on the phone or tablet that is connected to the same network as
your Russound system. The Spotify App is available for download from the App
Store for iOS devices and from the Google® Play Store for Android®devices.
However, in order to use Spotify on your Russound system, a Spotify Premium
Account is required. New users to Spotify can receive a 30-day free trial from
Spotify by going to www.spotify.com/freetrial.
Step 1. Connect X5 to the same network as your phone, tablet or PC running
the Spotify app.
Step 3. Play any song to navigate
to the Now Playing screen. Press
the Spotify Connect Logo (speaker
within a circle on the bottom right
of the Spotify app).
Step 2. In the MyRussound app, go
to the streaming services menu and
choose Spotify. The Spotify app will
open. If your phone/tablet doesn’t
have the Spotify App installed, you
will be taken directly to the App
Store (iOS) or the Google Play Store
(Android) to download and install it.
Spotify Connect®

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LISTENING TO SPOTIFY®
For information on how to set up and use Spotify Connect please visit
www.spotify.com/connect
The Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses found here :
www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses.
Step 4. In the Connect menu, choose
your Russound device from the list of
available devices that appear.
Step 5. Once you have selected your Russound device, your Spotify music will
play on your Russound device. Your music is now being streamed from the
Spotify server and can be controlled from your MyRussound™ App or keypad,
or you can continue controlling your music from the Spotify App.
Since the Spotify App streams from the Spotify server rather than from the
phone/tablet, the phone/tablet is no longer required in order to continue
playing your Spotify music. Unlike Airplay, the music will continue playing if
your phone/tablet gets disconnected from the Wi-Fi network or if you get a
phone call.
Controlling the volume:
On the X5, when Spotify music is playing, the volume control on the
MyRussound App and Spotify App are linked, which means a change in
volume in one service will also aect the other.
Note: When mute is selected on the MyRussound App, the Spotify App will
indicate minimum volume.

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SiriusXM Internet Radio delivers a variety of commercial-free music
including Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Classical and much
more, plus expert sports talk and analysis. You also get exclusive
entertainment, talk, comedy, family programming, local trac and
weather and news from your most trusted sources
There are a variety of programming packages available, including
the option of adding “The Best of XM” programming to the SiriusXM
Internet Radio service. “The Best of XM” service is not available to
Sirius Canada subscribers at this time. Please check with Sirius Canada
for any updates using the numbers and web address below.
Family friendly packages are also available to restrict channels that
feature mature programming.
To listen to SiriusXM Internet Radio, you’ll need to subscribe to
SiriusXM Internet Radio service and obtain a username and password.
SiriusXM Internet Radio is available to residents of the United States ,
Puerto Rico, and Canada.
To subscribe to SiriusXM Internet Radio, U.S. customers should visit
www.sirius.com/internetradio or call 1-888-539-SIRI (1-888-539-7474).
Canadian customers should visit www.siriuscanada.ca
Current XM Radio Online subscribers will need to log into the XM
online account manager and update their password in order for their
credentials to work on a SiriusXM Internet Radio compatible device.
If the username is over 50 characters long subscribers will need to
update the username on the same screen.
SiriusXM Internet radio permits one instance of streaming content
per subscription. So while, the same user account credentials can
be entered into all streaming modules of multiple X5 products, only
one can stream content at any given time. Selection from another
X5, or accessing the SiriusXM account from any other device, will
disconnect prior instances of SiriusXM internet radio streaming.
Once account credentials are entered, they are saved on the X5 for
future use. After logging out, the username and password can be
cleared from the log in screen to prevent unwanted access.
SiriusXM channels are ltered by categories so the user will rst be
prompted for the selection of the category, then the list of all channels
within that category will be presented for selection.
LISTENING TO SIRIUSXM® INTERNET RADIO
Stream 112:30 PM
26: Classic Vinyl
use + & – for channel
Rock
Derek & The Dominos
Bell Bottom Blues
SiriusXM
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TuneIn™ Internet Radio can be accessed on the X5 and is
supported through all supported user interfaces. TuneIn™ lets you
listen to the world’s radio from the any X5 connected in the home.
Whether you love sports, music, news, or comedy, TuneIn gives
you the best of what’s live with 70,000 radio stations as well as two
million on-demand programs. Over 40 million listeners use TuneIn
every month, across 200 platforms worldwide. You do not need to
subscribe to TuneIn radio with the X5 to enjoy content streaming
from the cloud. Listening is easy and the choices are abundant.
Your TuneIn service can be linked to a TuneIn account by using
the TuneIn website. The association code that is required can be
found by selecting "Association Code" at the bottom of the TuneIn
navigation menu from your MyRussound app.
For more information on TuneIn and to access online, visit at:
http://www.tunein.com.
LISTENING TO TUNEIN™ INTERNET RADIO
Stream 112:30 PM
WUNH 91.3 FM
use + & + for station
College
The Breeders
Cannonball
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LISTENING TO vTUNER INTERNET RADIO
vTuner Internet Radio can be accessed through any supported user
interface. vTuner Internet Radio provides access to thousands of
internet radio stations and Podcasts from around the world. Users
can lter content by Local Stations, Location, Genre, New Stations,
Most Popular, and Favorites.
Users can access the online web portal at:
http://russound.vtuner.com
Using the X5 and vTuner, users can search stations & podcasts,
create favorites, and even add stations not listed in the vTuner
database.
Users can create an account for the vTuner online web portal, users
will need to provide the Access Code of their X5 as well as a valid
email address and a password. Select the “Get access code” option
within the vTuner menu to display the access code.
At the vTuner web portal, create an account and access the My
Preferences page. Here you can enter the unique Access Code for
each X5 device.
Stream 312:30 PM
26: Radio Paloma
use + & – for channel
Rock
Mikky Ekkou
Rihanna ft.
vTuner
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