User`s guide

Synology DiskStation User's Guide
Based on DSM 3.2
113 Chapter 12: Play Music with Audio Station
Play Music
The right side of Audio Station consists of the queue panel and the music player. You can play the music added
to the queue with the music player.
About the Output Modes and the Queue Panel
To play music via different devices, you can add songs to the different output modes in the queue panel.
The output modes include the following:
 Streaming Mode: Stream music to your computer for playback via the speakers of your computer.
 USB Mode: Play music via the USB speakers connected to the USB port of your Synology DiskStation, or via
external speakers or home stereo equipment connected to the audio dock of Synology Remote (sold
separately).
 Media Renderer: Play music via a Digital Media Renderer (DMR) or an AirPlay
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Note:
compatible device within your
local area network.
 USB Mode and Media Renderer mode are available only when corresponding output devices are found by Audio
Station.
 For more information about Synology Remote, visit www.synology.com.
To switch between output modes:
Choose any of them from the drop-down menu at the top of the music player.
Note: You can play music in different modes at the same time.
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AirPlay is supported on specific models only. Visit www.synology.com for more information.