VSSL SX Series User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Overview
Getting Started
Playing Music
Voice Control
VSSL App
Device Status
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Warranty Information
Safety Information
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Status Indicator
Volume Knob
Indicates the status of the speaker. See the Device Status section
for more details
Adjusts the volume of the speaker. Pressing down pauses the
audio while listening to music.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
STATUS INDICATOR
VOLUME KNOB
FRONT
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Pairing Button
Reset Button
For use only if setting up when high-speed WiFi is not available. See
Oine Pairing Instructions.
Mounting Thread For connecting to universal mounting solutions. Size: 1/4”-20.
Power Connection
Power Cord Standard 3-prong power adapter for the U.S.
Use a pin to restart the device. Hold for 10 seconds to restore to its
factory settings.
Ethernet Ports Optional for connecting via hardline ethernet cable.
Power supply for SX Speaker
BACK
ACCESSORIES
PAIRING BUTTON
RESET BUTTON
POWER CONNECTION
ETHERNET PORTS
MOUNTING THREAD
(1/4” - 20)
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Internet - For VSSL to function properly, a high speed wired internet connection (such as
cable, fiberm or DSL) is required.
Wi-Fi router - For VSSL to work with your wireless phone, tablet, laptop or comuter, you
must have a wireless router or wireless access point installed.
Access point controller - In home with access points, it is recommended that an AP
controller be present.
Network Topography - When hardwiring, the VSSL should be placed as far downstream
from the router, switch, and access points as possible. In homes with a switch, ensure the
switch is placed downstream from the router.
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GETTING STARTED
1. PREP YOUR NETWORK
Network Topography Suggestions
Ensure the router has the most up-to-date firmware installed.
Avoid Double NAT when using 3rd party router/mesh system by placing the ISP router in
“Bridge Mode” (e.g., Google, eero).
Ensure that the ethernet (patch) cable is fully functional. Note: ethernet cables commonly
degrade over time.
Separate the 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi bands and ensure that they maintain dierent SSID’s.
Enable “UPnP” (Universal Plug and Play).
When using access points, disable “AP Isolation” or “Client Isolation”.
Enable “Multicasting” (multicast terminology diers between manufacturers).
Disable “IPv6” and only use “IPv4”.
Enable “IGMP” (Internet Group Management Protocol).
When using Apple devices, enable “Bonjour” or “ZeroConf Discovery”.
Ensure managed switches and access point controllers follow the same network
topography suggestions as detailed above.
See more router-specific suggestions at vssl.com/support.
Every router is dierent and might require settings adjustments in order for VSSL’s streaming
services to function correctly and eciently. To configure your router, it’s important to consult
the manual that corresponds with your exact router model. Most modern routers provide an
administration control panel that can be accessed through your web browser. Once any
settings have been changed within the network, ensure that the network is fully powered
down and restarted. Also, ensure that your SX product has been restarted after any of the
following network setting suggestions have been applied:
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General Router Settings
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2. PLAN YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM
Your SX product has the versatility to connect to your high-speed network either via ethernet
cable or wirelessly. Choose which setup works best for your home.
3. INSTALLATION OPTIONS
Tabletop - Ensure the location has adequate ventilation and is placed at least 10 feet away
from other iOT devices.
Wall Mount - Each SX Speaker includes a 1/4”-20 thread on the back, which makes it
compatible with any universal speaker mounts. Be sure to use mounts which are indicated for
speakers heavier than 4.5 pounds.
4. DOWNLOAD THE VSSL APP
Once you’re ready to set up your SX product, download the app from the app store on your
mobile device. Open the app and we’ll guide you through connecting and setting up your VSSL.
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PLAYING MUSIC
Listening to music with VSSL is easy. Just play music in your favorite music streaming app,
choose your preferred streaming method, and select the zone(s) to play to.
Use AirPlay 2 to stream music, podcasts, radio and more directly from your favorite apps to
your SX Speaker. With AirPlay 2, you’re in control of your audio. If you have more than one
VSSL zone within your home, you can enjoy your favorite music or podcasts throughout
your house — in perfect sync. You can even play dierent songs in dierent rooms.
AIRPLAY2®
CHROMECAST BUILT-IN
Chromecast built-in is a platform that lets you cast your favorite music from your phone, tablet or
laptop right to your speakers. Easily control your speakers with apps you already know and love from
your iPhone®, iPad®, Android phone or tablet, Mac® or Windows® laptop, or Chromebook.
With Chromecast built into your SX Speaker, your phone becomes your remote. Simply tap the Cast
button from the app to stream music/tunes/podcasts/ playlists from your phone, tablet or laptop
to your SX Speaker.
Note: Go to the Chromecast built-in website for a full list of Chromecast enabled apps.
https://www.google.com/cast/apps
For configuring groups and volume control of Chromecast sessions, you must use the Google
Home app. The Google Home app is available on iOS and Android.
SPOTIFY CONNECT
Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to
learn more.
Note: The Spotify software is subject to third party licenses found here:
www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses
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Your SX product is equipped with Bluetooth. While streaming via Wi-Fi is highly
recommended over Bluetooth (better audio quality, range, and multi-room ability) the SX
Speaker can be discovered and connected over Bluetooth. Enter the speaker’s settings in
the VSSL app, select Bluetooth, ensure the setting is enabled, then click “Start Bluetooth
Pairing.” When not connected to Wi-Fi, single tap the pair button on the back panel of the
speaker to begin Bluetooth pairing.
BLUETOOTH
When paired with SX Subwoofers and Speakers, your SX Soundbar is equipped with
wireless technology to produce Dolby Digital surround sound. Simply follow the directions
within the VSSL app to pair products together. When listening to music, the paired SX
products will appear as a single zone of audio instead of multiple, separate zones of audio.
PAIRED MODE
The SX Subwoofer is a great way to add more bass to your VSSL SX system. To connect to
the SX Subwoofer, simply head to the VSSL app and ensure the SX Speaker and SX
Subwoofer are assigned to the same SX Zone.
CONNECTING THE SX SUBWOOFER
For local music you can use any DLNA, Chromecast, Alexa, or AirPlay-based streaming app
to play content to your SX Speaker. You can also use these apps to access local music from
a NAS drive.
LOCAL MUSIC LIBRARY
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While high-speed WiFi provides the best experience for configuring and using SX Series
products, you can still listen to music via Bluetooth in locations where WiFi isn’t available.
Setup through the app can be bypassed temporarily until the speaker is power cycled again.
An SX Subwoofer can also be paired wirelessly without WiFi.
OFFLINE MODE
Listening to Music - To listen to music via Bluetooth, single tap the pair button and the speaker
will then be available on your device’s Bluetooth menu.
Pairing a Subwoofer - To wirelessly pair the SX Subwoofer to the SX Speaker without WiFi,
double tap the pair button on the back of the speaker and single tap the pair button on the
back of the SX Subwoofer within 60 seconds of each other. Both LED’s will blink green
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VOICE CONTROL
The VSSL A.1x works seamlessly with the Google Assistant.
Using Google Assistant on your Android, Google Home
speaker, or other certified Google Assistant device you can say
things like:
You can even set the default playback from your Google Home
speaker to shorten your phrases to:
“Play some music in the master bedroom”
“Stop the music in the kitchen”
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“Play ‘I Want It All’ by Queen on all speakers”
“Play something I like on all speakers”
“Play some rock on kitchen speaker”
“Play/pause music”
“Play the next song”
“Play the song before this one” etc.
“Repeat last song/album/playlist”
“Fast forward 30 seconds”, “Rewind 10 seconds”, etc.
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“Play music”
“Turn up the volume”
“Stop”
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GOOGLE ASSISTANT
As a certified AirPlay 2 product, you can use your A.1x with Siri on your iPhone, Mac, or Apple
TV. Using Siri, you can say things like:
To use Siri with your A.1x, you must first add the device to your home in the iOS Apple
HomeKit app. Please follow the recommended procedure from Apple. See the following
support article: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208724.
APPLE SIRI
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VSSL APP
When your SX product is plugged into power, the VSSL app will automatically recognize
your device and initiate setup. Simply follow the prompts to connect the speaker to your
Wi-Fi network, choose how you want to stream music, and pair to other SX products.
INITIAL SETUP
Upon entering the app each time, you will be directed to a list of available zones on your
Wi-Fi network. From this screen, you may quickly adjust the volume of each zone.
PLAYBACK & VOLUME CONTROL
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EQ Settings - Increase or decrease the bass and treble tones to your preference.
Default On Volume - When enabled, automatically reverts to the determined volume level
when initiating a new audio session.
Limit Max Volume - You can set volume limits on your soundbar by adjusting the max
volume slider. This feature is especially helpful in environments with children and
sound-sensitive users.
Status Lights - The LED light bar on the front of the soundbar can be disabled completely
if they become distracting at any point.
CONFIGURATION SETTINGS