Wireless Streaming Adapter OWNER’S MANUAL Before using this unit, be sure to read the “Safety Brochure.
Table of Contents Accessories Accessories .......................................................................................... 2 • AC adaptor * The shape of the AC adaptor may vary depending on the area purchased. About this manual ................................................................................ 2 Using this product ................................................................................ 3 WXAD-10 .............................................................................
Using this product WXAD-10 MusicCast CONTROLLER: an app that lets you enjoy MusicCast You can listen to music from anywhere in your home using MusicCast. MusicCast is a feature that enables you to share and play music on multiple audio devices located in different rooms. This product is a streaming adapter that can be controlled via MusicCast CONTROLLER. By connecting this adapter to an audio device that does not support network functions, you can easily enjoy audio streaming services.
Part Name Rear Front/Bottom 7 8 9 j k 1 2 3 1 Bluetooth indicator ( P. 10) 2 Power indicator Lights while the unit is turned on. 3 Wi-Fi indicator ( P. 6) 4 OPTION ( P. 13) 5 CONNECT ( P. 6) 6 A (Power) ( P. 13) 4 5 7 AUX OUT jack (Stereo mini jack) ( P. 5) 6 8 LINE OUT jack (RCA jack) ( P. 5) 9 Service jack This jack is used for servicing and maintenance. Do not remove the attached cap. j NETWORK terminal ( P. 6) k DC IN (for power supply) ( P.
Setup 1 Connect such as powered speakers or mini component. Use the supplied 3.5 mm stereo mini plug cable or RCA stereo cable to connect such as powered speakers or a mini component to this unit. Depending on your audio device, select jack [AUX OUT] or [LINE OUT]. For more information, please also refer to the owner’s manual for the connecting device. Note • Before you start to make connections, lower the volume level on the connecting device.
Setup 4 Connect to the network. Download and install the MusicCast CONTROLLER app to your mobile device from the App Store or Google Play. Once you start the app, follow the instructions in the app to complete the settings. Note • For a LAN cable connection, connect a commercially-available STP (shielded twisted pair) network cable (straight, CAT-5 or higher) to the [NETWORK] terminal on the rear panel.
Playback You can play back music using MusicCast CONTROLLER. Select a room that the unit registered to open the Sources menu screen. Listening to the music stored on the mobile device Note To listen to the playback of music, you must switch the input source on the audio device connected to the unit. Refer to the instruction manual for the audio device on how to switch the input source. 1 A room that the unit registered You can play music files stored on the mobile device on which you installed the app.
Playback Listening to music stored on your PC or NAS You can play music files stored on your network-connected PC, or on a Digital 2 Play back your music files. Living Network Alliance (DLNA)-compatible NAS. Note 2 • Connect the unit and your PC (or NAS) to the same wireless LAN router (access point). • For information on music files that can be played using the unit, please refer to “Supported devices/media and file formats” ( P. 20). Music file Playback starts.
Playback Listening to the music via AirPlay You can use the AirPlay function to play back iTunes or iPhone music files. Note • Connect the unit and the PC (or iPhone) to the same wireless LAN router (access point). • For information on supported iPhones, please refer to “Supported devices/media and file formats” ( P. 20). 1 Start iTunes, or display the playback screen on the iPhone.
Playback Listening to the music via Bluetooth You can play music that resides on mobile devices or digital music players that supports Bluetooth (Bluetooth devices). In addition, you can listen to music that is being played back via the unit through speakers or headphones that support Bluetooth. Please also refer to the instruction manual for your Bluetooth device. 1 A (Power) Note • You cannot connect both a Bluetooth device and Bluetooth speakers (or headphones) to the unit at the same time.
Playback Listening through Bluetooth-compatible speakers or headphones 1 Set the speakers or headphones (that you want to connect to the unit) to pairing mode. You can listen to the audio from this unit through Bluetooth-compatible speakers or headphones that are connected to the unit. Follow steps 1 - 7 shown on the right.
Configuring the MusicCast network If you have multiple devices that support MusicCast (called “supported devices” in this manual), you will be able to easily configure a home audio network using MusicCast CONTROLLER. After registering the unit to the app, register other supported devices to the app. Standard Mode and Extend mode If you make a wired connection between a supported device and the wireless LAN router (access point), you can expand the reception range (Extend mode).
Other functions and information Optional settings You can change the following settings. Setting menu Initializing the network settings Enabling/disabling the Network Standby function* Default – To modify the default setting: While pressing and holding down the [CONNECT] button on the bottom panel, insert the AC adaptor into the AC outlet, and then keep holding down the [CONNECT] button for another three seconds.
Other functions and information Updating the firmware You can update the unit’s firmware via the Internet if the unit is connected to the Internet. If new firmware is released, you will be notified on the MusicCast CONTROLLER screen. Follow the instructions in the app to update the firmware. Status indicators The update status is displayed by the front indicators.
Other functions and information Sharing the iPhone settings and connecting to a network When you turn on the power to the unit for the first time after purchasing the unit 2 Choose the wireless network (access point) you want to or initializing the network settings, the Wi-Fi indicator on the front panel will flash, access with the unit. and the unit will automatically start searching for an iOS device, such as an iPhone.
Troubleshooting Refer to the table below if the unit fails to function properly. If your problem is not listed below, or if the symptoms persist after you follow the instructions below, turn off the power to the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor from the AC outlet, and contact your nearest authorized Yamaha dealer or service center. General Problem The unit is not turned on. The unit turns off as soon as it is powered on. The unit does not operate properly. The unit is not operable.
Troubleshooting MusicCast Problem Unable to make the connection settings using MusicCast CONTROLLER. Cause Solution The mobile device is not connected to the wireless LAN router (access point). Connect the mobile device to the wireless LAN router, and then make the connection settings using MusicCast CONTROLLER. The unit is turned off. Turn on the power to the unit. Network Problem Cause Solution The unit and the mobile device are not on the same network.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution The selected Internet radio station is currently out of service. There may be a network problem at the radio station, or the broadcasting service may have been stopped. Try to play the station later or select another station. The selected Internet radio station is currently broadcasting silence. Some Internet radio stations broadcast silence at certain times of the day. In this case, there is no problem with the reception, but no audio will be produced.
Troubleshooting Bluetooth Problem Unable to pair the unit with the Bluetooth device. No sound or the sound is interrupted during playback. Cause Solution Your Bluetooth device does not support A2DP. Pair with a Bluetooth device that supports A2DP. The passkey of the device, such as a Bluetooth adaptor, that you want to pair with the unit is other than “0000.” Use a connecting device with a passkey “0000.” The unit and the Bluetooth device are too far apart.
Supported devices/media and file formats PC File format A PC with the following software installed. • Windows Media Player 11/Windows Media Player 12 This unit supports the following formats. File WAV (PCM format only) Sampling frequency (kHz) Quantization bitrate (bit) Bitrate The number of channels Gapless playback 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/176.4/ 192 16/24 – 2 – up to 320 kbps 2 – – up to 320 kbps 2 – – up to 320 kbps 2 – 32/44.1/48 MP3 32/44.1/48 WMA MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.
Specifications Network AUX OUT Ethernet interface 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T Internet radio airable.radio service supported PC client function DLNA Ver. 1.5 (DMR function) supported Supported file format WAV (PCM only), MP3, WMA, MPEG-4 AAC, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF AirPlay AirPlay supported Output connector LINE OUT Output connector IEEE 802. 11 b/g/n Radio frequency 2.4 GHz Available security method WEP, WPA2-PSK (AES), Mixed Mode RCA jack POWER SUPPLY Wi-Fi Wireless LAN standards 3.
Trademarks Explanations regarding GPL This product utilizes GPL/LGPL open-source software in some sections. You have the right to obtain, duplicate, modify, and redistribute this open-source code only. For information on GPL/LGPL open source software, how to obtain it, and the GPL/LGPL license, refer to the Yamaha Corporation website (http://download.yamaha.com/sourcecodes/musiccast/). The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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