If your computer has connected successfully to the shared folder, please skip to 'Media Selection' on page To specify a user name and password for access to shared folders, press the Menu button.
Press the Mode button until "Music Player Mode" Page 36 Note: Do not worry if not all of your media appear in the menus immediately.
Additionally, Windows Media Player may take time to access the Internet to obtain additional information such as 'album art' which it can display when you examine your music library on your PC. When searching via UPnP you will have a selection of search criteria as determined by the UPnP server software on your computer. This allows you to search by a given information type Album, Artist, etc.
Page 38 Listening to a particular track 1. Page Controlling Playback Controlling playback 1. Press and release the Pause button to pause playback of the current track. If you press and release the Play button, playback will resume from the point where is was paused. Press the Rewind button to start playback of the previous track in the list. Carefully extend the telescopic aerial. The display will show "loading". If the radio has been used before the last used mode will be selected.
The top line of the display shows the name currently selected. The display may show " Page 43 Signal error Displays the signal error for the station being listened to. Date Displays the current date. Bit rate Displays the digital bit rate for the station being listened to. DAB Radio Press the Mode button to select DAB mode.
The station order settings are, alphanumeric, ensemble and valid. Note: The default station order on your radio is alphanumeric.
Press the Mode button to select the FM mode. Fully extend the Telescopic aerial. The frequency will change in steps of 50kHz. Page Scan Setting - Fm Scan setting - FM When using the FM mode your radio can be set to either scan local stations or to scan all stations including distant radio stations. Press the Mode button to select FM mode. Press the Menu button to enter the FM menu list.
If the FM radio station being received is weak some hiss may be audible. To reduce the hiss press and release in the Menu button. They are used in the same way for each operating mode. Should you need to set the time manually, please follow this procedure. Page Clock And Alarms Setting the date 1. Page Automatically Updating The Clock Automatically updating the clock Your radio will normally update the clock automatically when connected to the internet.
If you enter a time setting manually, the radio will calculate a local time offset so that whenever it synchronises using the internet, the correct local time is stored in the radio. The selected format is then also used when setting the alarms.
Page Setting The Alarm Clock Setting the alarm clock Your radio has two separate alarms which can be set to wake you to either a radio station or a buzzer alarm. In the event of a power interruption your radio has built in memory that will retain your alarm settings. Ensure that the time is set correctly before setting the alarms. Page 59 7. Press the control to enter day setup. The alarms options are as follows, Daily - the alarm will sound everyday Once - the alarm will sound once Weekdays - the alarm will sound on weekdays only Weekends - the alarm will sound only at weekends 8.
Page When The Alarm Sounds Then rotate the control to set the required volume and then press the control to enter the setting. Page Snooze Function Snooze function 1. Should you wish for a longer snooze duration, this can be extended by means of additional presses of the control.
To look at, modify or delete your favourite stations lists on the web site, use the link 'My favourites' in the 'My account' area. To delete 5. Page 33 Internet Radio Storing favourite stations with your radio It is also possible to store your favourite radio stations whilst playing a station on your radio.
Tune to the required station using one of the methods described on the preceding pages. Page 34 Customising your radio - cont. Selecting your favourite stations 1. Page 35 In addition, as mentioned on page 31, it is possible to specify audio streams for 'My added stations' which are not compatible with your radio. In this event the station will not be playable.
The radio will scan for all available UPnP servers. It may take a few seconds for the radio to complete its scan. Press and release the Mode button as needed until the Music Player mode display is shown. This allows you to search by a given information type Album, Artist, Genre, etc.
Page 42 Controlling playback cont. Repeat tracks 1. Ensure you are in the main Music Player menu. Your selected tracks will be played repeatedly and the repeat indicator will show on the display. Page Playlists Playlists Sometimes you may wish to set up a list of music tracks or albums which can then be played without further action - as background music for a party, for example. Page 45 Music Player Viewing your playlist 1. The Music Player menu will then be shown on the display. Page Playlists Clearing the playlist 1.
Press and hold the Menu button to enter the main Music Player menu. Press the control. Page Keep Network Connected Keep network connected Windows 7 'Play to' function By default, your radio will shut down its WiFi connection when the radio is If you use Windows 7, it is possible to choose a music album, track or in standby. This minimises power consumption but it does mean that you playlist at the computer and then tell Windows that this should be played will need to switch the radio on manually in order to use either the 'Play on the radio using the 'Play to' function.
Page 49 Music Player 6. Windows will then open a 'Play to' window showing the track or tracks to be played. Your computer will then take control of your radio. Page Clock And Alarms Clock and Alarms Automatically updating the clock Your radio will normally update the clock automatically when connected to the internet.
If you enter a time setting manually, the radio will calculate a local time offset which is then stored in memory. Whenever it synchronises the clock using the internet, including after a power failure, your radio will then set the clock automatically using this information.
Page Setting The Clock Format Clock and Alarms Setting the clock format The clock display used in standby mode and on the playing mode screens can be set to 12 or 24 hour format. The selected format is then also used when setting the alarms. Page Manually Setting The Clock Manually setting the clock Your radio will normally set its clock automatically to UK time after a connection to the Internet has been established.
Should you need to set the time manually, change the time zone, or manually switch from winter to summer time GMT to BST - also known outside the UK as Daylight Savings Time , then please follow this procedure. Press the control to enter the selection. Page Setting The Alarm Clock Setting the alarm clock Your radio has two separate alarms which can be set to wake you to either the radio or a buzzer alarm.
In the event of a power interruption your radio has a built in memory that will retain your alarm settings. Ensure that the time is set correctly before setting the alarms. Page 55 Clock and Alarms Setting the alarm clock - cont. The display will show the Frequency options for the alarm. The alarm frequency options are as follows: 'Off' - the alarm will be disabled 'Daily' - the alarm will sound everyday 'Once' - the alarm will sound once 'Weekends' - the alarm will sound only at weekends The radio uses the saved volume setting for each alarm when it sounds.
Page Controlling Alarms In Standby Controlling alarms in standby When your radio is in standby the alarms can be controlled using the Alarm button. This avoids the disturbance to someone who is asleep. To change the states of the alarms when in standby press the Alarm button. The sleep timer setting can be adjusted between 15 and minutes in 15 minute increments. Page Brightness And Contrast Controls Display and Audio Brightness control The brightness of the display can be adjusted for when the radio is in Standby and for when it is in use.
If you use the unit in the bedroom, you may prefer a lower standby brightness level than the standard setting. There are three brightness levels and an almost off 'night-time' setting. The adjustment also changes the angle from which the display can best be seen.
If you need it for your lounge or looking for a reasonably powerful sound, there are better options e. The internet radio is light and compact, only weighing around 2 pounds, which makes it super easy to travel with and pack in bags.
In fact, C Crane WiFi Internet Radio is the smallest radio in our review, so if portability is the factor at the top of your list, you may want to have a good look into it. Small, but capable CC WiFi Internet Radio is a high-quality internet radio that features plain looks and compact size. It comes with 99 station presets, decent sound quality and access to thousands of stations around the world. Auna Connect BK is a stylish and capable WiFi internet radio that packs access to over 10, stations and some of the latest tech in a slim and compact body.
The design represents a blend of modern and retro design, which fits surprisingly well most interiors. The body is made of wood which is both aesthetically pleasing and improves the sound quality.
It comes in black and walnut colors, and both look equally great. The radio features a 2. The menu on the color display is neat, clearly laid out, and makes navigation a breeze. Connect BK offers many streaming and connectivity options. Also, the radio features an AUX and USB ports allowing to stream music files from external music sources such a mobile phones and hard drives.
Conversely, listening options are limited as the radio does not support Bluetooth connectivity. At the same time, it comes with the UNDOK mobile app that allows you to control multi-room setup on your phone, and stream any media from your phone to the device.
The only downside is that both your radio and your phone need to be on the same local network. The stereo sound performance is delivered by its two 2. The audio quality is clear, and the sound can get relatively loud and powerful, with perhaps vocals being a little subdued.
This digital internet radio is packed with smart tech that would fit your smart home well if you are into it. It offers wireless support and a newly designed tuner and RDS feed function, which can be programmed to give you news right on your device.
Connect BK is a fresh and stylish look at what the modern internet radio receiver should look like. The sound it delivers is also surprisingly clear and comes with good tonal balance and separation. Overall, a very capable package that sounds good and looks stunning that deserves a place amongst the best WiFi radios for smaller rooms and anyone who likes the latest gadget trends. It is a digital internet radio with retro looks, but packs plenty of the latest features and technology.
Besides, it allows you to add one-touch access to play your favorite audio products using a single button. The internet radio sounds excellent for its size and comes with lots of EQ options in the box.
Alternatively, you can also custom-tune the sound to your exact liking as treble, bass and loudness can be adjusted irrespective of the sound preset. Just like Connect BK , this digital internet radio lacks the station search function and delivers a clunky and somewhat complicated experience.
Yes, you need to do it only once, but it is not a pleasant process nevertheless. As a result, all music is reproduced in mono mode. The mobile app looks and works great allowing you to stream audiobooks, podcasts and any other audio product you can pull up on your smartphone — all in all, one of the best smart WiFi radios out there.
Now that you have finished reading tons of reviews and buying guides on the best internet radios out there, which one do you pick? Keep in mind that each radio in our top 10 has very different features, so it is important to know which matters to you the most before making a product decision.
Amongst the most important ones are streaming apps, integration capabilities, stations list, and classic features like an alarm clocks. Lastly, if you believe you need a bit more sound power, for the radios with AUX-out connection, you can always use the top-of-the-line soundbars, so make sure to check our best soundbar review for more details. Overall, we hope you found our best internet radio buying guide helpful on your journey of picking up the perfect Wi-Fi radio for you.
Remember to always read radio reviews, customer feedback and ideally try the product out yourself at retailing shops before making a decision. This way, you will minimize your chances of being unhappy with your Wi-Fi music player or radio purchase and having to return it. The changes the radio industry has gone through since the clock radio are fundamental.
But what is that exactly, you might ask? To put it simply, internet radio is just like regular radio except that it uses Wi-Fi with internet instead of radio waves to transmit sound. It is also known as net radio, web radio, e-radio, streaming radio, online radio , and even IP radio. It is also important to note that Internet radios are often confused with Satellite radio or DAB radios. Satellite radio, again, does not require internet and sources audio stream via satellite connectivity.
As with most things — you need to be clear on what you want to get out of your purchase. Are you planning to use it every day? Will you be streaming music, use your own music files from the music library or is the online music the way to go? Perhaps you prefer to have it the old school way standing on its own or alternatively integrate the radio and a Wi-Fi player into your smart home?
The first thing to check is your WiFi connection as it has to be good enough for online music and audio streaming capabilities. Also, consider buying a subscription service like Sirius to pair with your internet radio station.
Sirius has devices explicitly made for streaming its channels. Make sure that the internet radio you are getting is right for you.
Get features you are going to use, not the ones that the radio has. If you are finding it hard getting up in the morning, consider a radio with alarm clock settings or specialized alarm clocks for deep sleepers as an alternative. With how advanced technology is now, most internet radio devices come equipped with some of the biggest audio streaming apps around.
You can customize each channel to suit your listening needs, offers unlimited skips and a rating system. Aside from some occasional server issues, this is a pretty steady app for quick and easy listening. It offers access to hundreds of radio stations, both online and traditional FM, available for free streaming. Anyone looking for something simple and easy for your internet radio device, Radio Online is a great choice. If your radio has Spotify Connect integration, you can use and stream radio from your Android or iOS device.
The app has organizational features that let you pick and save your favorite every day stations, incorporate themes and data management features. There are also features that let you play with the audio settings like station URL links, Bluetooth options and equalizer settings. This app is a fantastic option for sports fans or anyone looking for some great audio content from all over the world.
The free version gives you over , radio stations and a massive library of over a million podcasts for you to check out. The app from one of the giants in the audio media space, the IHeartRadio app offers you a massive amount of FM stations, podcasts and curated playlists for you to listen to. Another massive factor in the audio streaming world, Pandora might be one of the most popular services around.
Instead of offering users curated playlists, they let users make their own playlists and stream the music they like from the artists they like. They do offer pre-created playlists for anyone looking for a quick and straightforward listening. When it comes to streaming internet radio, Sirius might be the most recognizable name in the genre.
The service has its own online radio devices and apps that work with nearly any streaming device. Aside from the mobile app issues, there are not many audio streaming services more stable and mainstream than SiriusXM radio. HD radio , on the other hand, is not a broadcasting standard but a technology that allows transmitting data and audio content using a digital signal in parallel with analog AM and FM modulations. It allows the broadcast of the same program in all broadcasting standards at the same time.
Both protocols permit devices sitting on the same WiFi network to discover each other. The interconnected devices and your music library can share data or trigger services on other devices. Google Chromecast allows android based applications downloaded from the Google store to be installed on the compatible device. It is a big feature as supporting Google Chromecast opens up the door to an immense world of options and does not require product manufacturers to build individual service integrations with third-party systems.
In the context of internet radios, having Google Chromecast would allow Pandora, iHeart, SiriusXM and many other radio streaming service applications to be installed hassle free. The first thing to get is the right equipment. The second thing to worry about is the playout software. Lastly, you need to get connected and you are ready to start your first broadcast!
Ethernet Connectivity: So users do not need wifi of the wifi router on to keep any internet music playing. Reciva Internet Radio, the only site left is going off the air for good in January … I guess we can forget our internet radios like the ones crane and others are selling now.
Your information is so helpful — thank you. It is a minefield out there with so much choice and for the digitally unaware challenging. Brilliant, it has helped me make an informed choice when I know very little!! Your email address will not be published. Table of Contents show.
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