Tivoli Audio NETWORKS Internet/Fm Radio with WLAN User Manual Tivoli Networks
Tivoli Audio LLC Internet/Fm Radio with WLAN Tivoli Networks
Tivoli Networks
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OWNER’S MANUAL
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Table of Contents:
Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................3
Introduction; Getting Started (Setup) ................................................................................................5
Top control; Remote control functions ..............................................................................................7
Rear panel controls ...........................................................................................................................9
Bottom inputs and outputs .............................................................................................................10
Tuning Internet stations; Adding new stations ................................................................................ 11
SuperBuffer™; Tivoli EQ; Favorites; My Added Stations; Station Search; Podcasts .......................12
Setting the clock and date; Languages; Re-set; Info, Software Upgrade .......................................13
Setting the alarms; Sleep timer; Info (on remote control); FM tuning..............................................13
Sleep timer; Info (on remote control); FM tuning .............................................................................14
Streaming music files from a computer ..........................................................................................14
Tuning DAB stations ........................................................................................................................16
DAB and FM reception .................................................................................................................... 17
Display; Placement; Cleaning; Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 18
Display messages ...........................................................................................................................19
Warranty ..........................................................................................................................................20
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................22
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Important Safety Instructions
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water. For example, do not use near a bathtub, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, and the like. WARNING! Do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
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Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
This Class B digital device complies with the Canadian ICES-003.
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to
the product to lightning and power-line surges.
Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the bottom panel.
For products using an external power supply, use an exact replacement if lost or damaged.
For products operating from battery power, refer to the user manual.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to water or rain.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinctive change in performance.
If the LCD becomes cracked and damaged, do not touch the liquid.
Keep this product a safe distance away from naked flame, such as a lit candle.
Do not expose this product to splashing or dripping. Objects containing liquid, such as vases
or drinking glasses, should not be placed on top of this product.
The recommended operating temperature range is 41˚ F to 104˚ F (5˚ C to 40˚ C).
This product can be recycled. Products bearing this symbol must NOT be
thrown away with normal household waste. At the end of the product’s life,
take it to a collection point designated for recycling of electrical and electronic
devices. Find out more about return and collection points through your local
authority.
The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
was implemented to dramatically reduce the amount of waste going to landfills,
thereby reducing the environmental impact on the planet and on human health.
Please act responsibly by recycling used products. If this product is still use-
able, consider giving it away or selling it.
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NetWorks Instructions
Congratulations on your purchase of Tivoli Audio’s NetWorks+ Internet/DAB/FM table radio. We
believe the NetWorks+ is one of the finest Internet table radios on the market. Its sound quality,
ease of use, unique features, and distinctive design are unmatched.
We’ve taken the liberty of saving some diverse Internet radio stations to the five station presets.
After you connect your NetWorks+ to your network, please explore each preset and enjoy listening
as you read through this owner’s manual.
In order to take full advantage of what your new radio is capable of, please take a moment to read
this owner’s manual and the safety instructions. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate
to contact your dealer or distributor.
Please save the carton and original packing should you ever need to ship your radio, as
shipping damage is not covered by the factory warranty.
On behalf of all of us, thank you for choosing Tivoli Audio and enjoy your new NetWorks+ radio.
About Tivoli Audio
Tivoli Audio was founded by Tom DeVesto with the mission of bringing simple to use, elegantly
designed, high quality audio products to consumers. As CEO and head of research and develop-
ment at his former company, Cambridge SoundWorks, Tom was responsible for the development
of many of the best selling home entertainment and multi-media products on the market. He also
held senior management positions in product development at both Advent and Kloss Video.
*Cambridge SoundWorks is a registered trademark of Creative Labs, Singapore.
Packed with your NetWorks+ you should find one each:
• 2.74 meter (9') power cord
• Remote control (battery installed)
• 0.46 meter (1.5') USB cable
Before you use your NetWorks+, you’ll need:
• A broadband Internet connection.
• A wireless (WiFi) network connected to your broadband Internet, preferably via a router;
• Or an Ethernet cable (not included) for the Ethernet connection if WiFi is unavailable
Getting Started:
Be sure your wireless network is powered on and connected to your broadband Internet.
Connect the included power cord to the power input on the bottom of NetWorks+ and plug
the other end of the cord into a wall outlet.
Press the power button on the remote control or the center of the top control wheel to turn
the NetWorks+ on.
Select the WLAN country region nearest you even if WiFi won’t be used.
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The NetWorks+ will automatically scan for all networks. After the scan is finished the display
will show all of the ESSIDs (names) of the wireless networks found in addition to offering
options to rescan, select a wired connection (Ethernet)*, or set up the wireless configuration
manually. Use the Up and Down buttons on the remote control to highlight the network you
want and then press Select. The display will show “Connecting”. After connecting you may
begin using your NetWorks+.
If you are prompted to enter a password, your network uses a security encryption system.
You must enter the correct code to allow NetWorks+ to communicate with your network.
The codes are case sensitive so be sure to enter the code exactly as it is configured in your
wireless network. Use the pq buttons to change character pages. Use the tu buttons to
highlight characters and the Select button to enter the character. After you’ve selected all the
characters for your password, press the ‘ ’ character to enter your password.
the ‘<’ symbol = back space if you make an error
the ‘ ’ symbol = enter completed password
the ‘C’ symbol = cancel process and return to previous menu
When selecting a blank space it will be represented by a blank space followed by an
underscore indicating the position of the next character.
NetWorks+ will now connect to your network.
If the NetWorks+ fails to connect with the first attempt and you are sure you entered your password
correctly, press the enter symbol to repeat the connection rather than re-enter your password all
over again.
If your network uses an encryption system, Tivoli Audio strongly advises against turning it off.
You should maintain proper security of your network. If several networks are available, you should
connect only to the network you have an agreement to use.
If you experience difficulty connecting to your network, consult our website
(http://networks.tivoliaudio.com) or contact your dealer/distributor for further assistance.
Should you ever need to manually initiate a network scan you can do so by entering the “IR
Setup” menu and selecting “Scan networks”. The “IR Setup” menu will also allow you to view
and edit current settings.
Wired/Wireless connection: When changing from wireless to wired, after connecting the Ethernet
cable to the input on the bottom of your NetWorks radio, enter the “IR Setup” in the menu, access
the “Manual Settings” option and select Wired. The wireless connection is now disabled and no
signal strength will be shown on the display. When changing from wired to wireless, rather then
select “wireless”, select Scan for networks” in the “IR Setup” menu and pick up from Step #5
under “Getting Started”.
WiFi Signal Reception: The WiFi antenna is incorporated inside the NetWorks+. Locate the
NetWorks+ for best WiFi signal reception. In Internet radio and music player modes the display
will show WiFi signal reception in the lower right corner. This will not be shown when using an
Ethernet cable. Note WiFi networks can sometimes impart very low level random noise into the
audio signal. This is not a fault of the NetWorks+ radio.
*If you prefer to connect using a direct Ethernet cable, connect the cable (not included) to the
Ethernet input located on the bottom of NetWorks+
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Guide to Features (Top):
POWER/VOLUME/SNOOZE/MUTE:
Briefly press the center of the control
wheel to power NetWorks+ on. Press
and hold the center of the control wheel
to power NetWorks+ off. Rotate the
wheel clockwise to increase the volume
and counterclockwise to decrease the
volume. Press the center of the wheel to
activate Snooze after the alarm activates.
The Snooze time is fixed at 7 minutes.
Press the center of the wheel to mute
the audio. The display will show an icon
of a speaker with a line through it. Press
again to restore audio output or adjust
the volume.
Guide to Features (Remote Control):
SOURCE: Press to view the master source list (Internet radio, DAB, Music Player, Auxiliary, FM)
and use the Up/Down arrow buttons and the Select button to select the desired source. When
the NetWork+ is set to Internet radio, DAB, or FM, the display will show the last station tuned.
POWER: Press to power the NetWorks+ on or off. The radio will power on to the last source used.
VOLUME +/–: Press the + button to raise the volume level or the – button to lower the volume
level. If the audio ever sounds distorted, lower the volume level to avoid damaging the speaker.
Adjusting the volume while the NetWorks+ is muted will cancel the muting.
pq: Press these buttons briefly to move up or down through the menu.
tu: Press to navigate through pages while in the main menu. Also used for highlighting
characters when entering an Internet station’s name or entering your password (if required
by your network).
SELECT/MENU: Press briefly to select the item highlighted in the menu with an arrow, or
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press and hold to enter the main menu. When tuned to an Internet station you wish to save
to Favorites, press briefly. A message will ask you to confirm if you wish to save the station
to Favorites. For more, see the section marked “Favorites”.
MUTE/SNOOZE: Press to mute the audio (an icon of a speaker with a line through it will
show on the display) when the unit is playing and press again to restore sound or adjust
the volume. Press to mute the alarm for 7 minutes after the alarm sounds. The alarm will
re-sound after 7 minutes. The Snooze time is not adjustable.
PRESETS #1-5/music player controls: Your NetWorks+ has five Internet radio stations
already saved to the presets for you to enjoy. Should you wish to replace them with your
own selections, press and hold a preset button to save the currently tuned station to a preset.
“Preset Saved” will briefly show on the display. Once stored, press the preset button briefly
to recall the station associated with that preset. There are 5 presets for Internet radio, 5 for
DAB, and 5 for the FM band. If no station has been stored and the preset button is pressed,
the display will show “Preset Empty”. Presets cannot be stored in Music Player mode. This
will not work when the Source menu is displayed.
INFO: In Internet radio, DAB, Music Player and FM modes, press to cycle through various
categories of information.
SLEEP: Press to start the 20 minute sleep timer. The NetWorks+ will display the remaining
sleep time and automatically power off after 20 minutes. Press again to cancel the sleep
timer. The amount of sleep time is not adjustable.
TUNING +/–: In FM mode only, use these buttons to move up or down through the FM
frequencies. Press for 1.5 seconds and release to seek up or down to the next strongest
FM station. Press and hold to move quickly up or down through the frequencies. When
tuning FM stations from the NetWorks+ rear panel, use the Up/Down controls.
ALARM: Press to access the alarm menu. Select alarm 1 or 2. Use the pq buttons to adjust
the hour and press Select. Use the pq buttons to adjust the minutes and press Select. Now
select AM or PM. Next, use the pq buttons and Select button to choose the source you
wish to wake to. Then set the alarm’s volume level. Lastly, set the alarm on or off. For more
see "How To Use the Alarm and Sleep Timer" on page 13.
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Guide to Features (Rear panel):
DAB/FM ANTENNA: Extend and rotate the telescoping antenna for best reception. In strong
FM signal locations, reducing the antenna’s length usually provides better reception. Keep the
antenna retracted in its locked position when not being used to avoid damage.
WARNING: The DAB/FM antenna is not designed to be removed. Removal of this antenna
will void your warranty.
MONO/STEREO: Press in for Stereo only when the optional NetWorks Speaker is connected.
The display will show an “ST” for Stereo. In FM mode, when the optional NetWorks Speaker
is connected, placing the button in the Mono position during weak FM reception may help to
reduce noise. The display will show an “M” when the Mono/Stereo button is in the Mono po-
sition. Note it is possible for the source material (such as an internet station) to be broadcast
in mono even if the Stereo position is selected.
BALANCE: Leave this control in the “Left” position unless the optional NetWorksSpeaker is
connected. When the optional NetWorksSpeaker is connected, rotate the knob to the left or
right to adjust the sound from each speaker, or leave in the center detent position for equal
balance.
HEADPHONE: Connect a set of headphones (not included) to this 3.5mm female mini stereo
variable output. The headphone volume is controlled by the wheel on the top of NetWorks+
and the volume buttons on the remote. Connected headphones will mute the main speaker.
Avoid listening to headphones at high volume levels to prevent hearing damage.
USB: Connect a digital storage device (such as a memory stick) to this USB Type A 2.0 input,
or connect the female end of the included USB cable to this input and the male end to your
digital storage device. The display will briefly show “USB device found”. Set the source to
Music Player mode and select USB. The display will show “File Scan” as it scans the device
for media files. When connecting an iPod, be sure the iPod’s music is in MP3 format so the
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music files will be recognized. The NetWorks+ cannot play back protected music files that
use Apple’s proprietary coding. Songs or albums purchased through iTunes use this
format. As an alternative you can connect your iPod to the auxiliary input via the iPod’s
headphone output
Use the music player controls (Presets 1, 2, & 3) to control music playback. All of the tracks
for an artist or album will playback until the end of that folder is reached. Note some MP3
players use dedicated software to playback music and therefore won’t be recognized. In such
cases the LCD will briefly show “USB unsupported”. To play these MP3 players, connect the
player’s headphone output to the Networks+ auxiliary input.
PRESETS #1-5, SOURCE, MENU/SELECT, UP/DOWN/FORWARD/BACK:
See “Guide to Features (Remote Control)”.
Guide to features (Bottom):
12VDC/1A: Connect an optional external power supply to this input, or use an optional
1A fused, 12VDC adaptor for operation in a boat or camper. The connector must be
5.5mm/2.1mm center positive. It is normal for the external power supply to become
warm during use. This input should never be used simultaneously with the power cord input.
AUX IN: To hear audio from another device such as a CD or MP3 player, connect said
device’s audio output to this 3.5mm female stereo input. Note you may need to adjust the
volume level differently for an auxiliary device than the level used for radio listening.
MIX IN: Connect the audio output from a computer to this 3.5mm female stereo input. The
computer’s audio will be mixed in with the audio from whatever mode the NetWorks+ is in.
The volume level of the computer’s audio is controlled by the computer.
SUB OUT: Connect one end of the audio cable included with Tivoli Audio’s Model Subwoofer
(not included) to this 3.5mm female output.
REC OUT: To record from the NetWorks+, connect the inputs from a recording device (such
as a cassette deck) to this 3.5mm female stereo fixed output.
ETHERNET: If a WiFi signal is unavailable or is unreliable, securely connect a standard Ethernet
cable (not included) to this input.
R-SPR: Connect the male RCA from the optional NetWorks Speaker to this female RCA
output, adjust the Balance control to the center detent position, and place the Mono/Stereo
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switch in the Stereo position. Bend the NetWorks Speaker connecting cable so the
NetWorks+ radio sits flush.
POWER CORD INPUT: Insert the correct end of the included power cord securely into this
input and connect the other end of the cord into an electrical outlet. Damage as a result of
using the NetWorks+ with an incorrect voltage is not covered by the factory warranty.
Helpful hint: When connecting mini cables (not included) to the bottom inputs and outputs,
bend the cables so the NetWorks+ sits flush.
Internet Radio mode - Tuning Stations:
In Internet radio mode, press and hold the Select button to enter the main menu.
Select “Station List”.
Select “Stations”.
Next, choose Location, Genre, Favorites, or Station Search and press the Select button.
Location allows you to choose from a list of countries. Genre allows you to choose from a list
of formats. For a detailed description of Favorites and Station Search, see the section marked
“Menu options and specific features” on the next page.
A Word About Internet Stations:
Adding Internet stations:
If there is an Internet station you do not see listed in the Stations menu, you can send Tivoli Audio
an email (jn English) requesting the station be added: addstation@tivoliaudio.com, or visit our
dedicated NetWorks+ site at: http://networks.tivoliaudio.com.
In your email you should include all information necessary to identify the station (station name,
location, URL, etc). It’s also possible to add radio stations and view other information via
Tivoli Audio’s dedicated site: http://networks.tivoliaudio.com.
Unavailable, Please try later:
Although this message is usually a result of a station’s URL not responding, exceeding the maximum
number of listeners, or a slow connection between the server and the NetWorks+ radio, there
might be other reasons. Some stations don’t broadcast 24 hours a day or 7 days a week, and
some are not always on-line. Some stations will also change their audio formats (codecs) and/or
streaming protocols, which can result in the stations no longer showing in the Stations list even
though their websites can still be accessed on a computer. Still other stations might change their
links. If you have a computer, try acquiring the Internet station using your PC to see if the results
are the same. If you suspect the station is no longer broadcasting or its link is outdated, send
Tivoli Audio an email (in English) so we can upgrade the station data: addstation@tivoliaudio.com,
or use the site: http://networks.tivoliaudio.com.
This message might also be displayed when streaming a music file from a computer if the file is
corrupted.
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Menu options and specific features:
Note: A checkmark symbol ¸ is used to indicate the current setting.
SuperBuffer™ (found in the main menuin Internet radio mode only): Located in the main
menu in Internet radio mode, this unique feature developed by Tivoli Audio increases the buffer
time by four to reduce the frequency of drop-outs. If you experience an Internet radio station
that is dropping out frequently, select “on” to engage this feature. The display will show “x4”
when SuperBuffer is on. Loading of stations might take slightly longer whenever SuperBuffer
is on. Drop-outs can be caused by different conditions. SuperBuffer cannot eliminate drop-outs
completely.
Tivoli EQ (found in main menu): Use the Up/Down arrow and Select buttons to adjust the
Bass and Treble, and the Up/Down and Select buttons to turn Loudness On or Off. Turning
Loudness on when listening at low volume levels is recommended since it boosts high and
low frequencies resulting in a more natural sound. Use the Up/Down and Select buttons to
activate any one of the pre-set EQ settings. Selecting a preset EQ will over-ride any adjust-
ment made to the Bass and Treble settings but Loudness will be unaffected. The “Flat” EQ
restores the audio settings of the NetWorks+ to factory defaults, meaning Loudness will be
Off and Bass and Treble will be re-set to zero.
In the EQ menu page, the numbers to the right hand side indicate the bass and treble settings.
Favorites (found in “Stations” under “Station List” in Internet radio mode only):
In addition to storing five presets for Internet radio, you can save virtually an unlimited
number of additional Internet stations in a list called “Favorites”:
While listening to an Internet station, press the Select button briefly. A message will
appear asking you to confirm you wish to save the station to Favorites. If “Yes” is chosen,
the station will be stored and can be tuned by accessing “Favorites” under “Stations”.
A message will remind you if you have already saved the station to Favorites.
To access stored Favorite stations select “Favorites” under “Stations”. Use the Up and
Down buttons to highlight the desired station and press Select. A message will ask if
you wish to Play or Delete this station.
My Added Stations (found in “Stations” under “Station List” in Internet radio mode only):
Located under the “Stations” category, this will list any Internet stations you request Tivoli Audio
to add to your radio only.
Station Search (found in “Stations” under “Station List” in Internet radio mode only):
Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to change character pages. Use the left and right arrows to
highlight characters and the Select button to enter the character.
the ‘<’ symbol = back space if you make an error
the ‘ ’ symbol = enter completed password
the ‘C’ symbol = cancel process and return to previous menu
When selecting a blank space it will be represented by a blank space followed by an
underscore indicating the position of the next character.
Podcasts (found under “Station List” in Internet radio mode only): Podcasts are essentially
recordings of a wide variety of media, especially radio programs and audio from TV broadcasts,
though there are certainly many more categories. They are a convenient way of listening to
past programs you may have missed or wish to listen to again.
Clock, Date, and DST (found under “Settings”): To set the time, select “Clock” under the
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“Settings” menu using the pq buttons and the Select button to set the hour. Repeat to
set the minutes and press Select to save. Within this same “Settings” menu are additional
options to set the date, clock format (time shown as digits or as a clock face in Off mode),
12/24 hour mode, and Daylight Savings Time (adjusted automatically when DST occurs).
Language (found under “Settings”): Use the pq buttons and Select button to choose your
language.
Factory Re-Set (found under “Settings”): Use the pq buttons and the Select button
to initiate a factory re-set. If you choose Yes, a message will ask you to confirm this choice.
A factory re-set will erase all presets, language selection, Favorites, date, clock, alarm, WiFi
security password (if applicable), EQ settings, and any other customized settings.
Info (found under “Settings”): This shows information about your NetWorks+ radio which
you might be asked to provide should you phone or email with questions about software or
repair. This differs from the Info button on the remote control.
Software Upgrade (found in the main menu under “IR Setup” in Internet radio mode
only): A message will appear automatically in Internet radio mode advising you when new
firmware is available. Select Yes to begin the download, or No (or the left arrow/back button)
to download at another time. The upgrade process typically takes a few minutes to complete
and a progress bar will show the status of the upgrade. There will be no audio output during
this process. The Networks+ will automatically re-boot after a successful upgrade. To check
to see if an upgrade is available, access the “IR Setup” in the main menu in Internet radio
mode and select “Software Upgrade”. It is recommended you check for a software upgrade
after completing initial set-up of your NetWorks+ to be sure its software is fully up-to-date.
Several different upgrades might be necessary.
WARNING: It is vital the NetWorks+ not be powered off or unplugged during the
software upgrade process or else the radio will require servicing to restore operation
How to use the Alarm and Sleep timer and other functions specific
to the remote control:
The remote control duplicates the controls found on the rear of NetWorks+ but adds these
additional dedicated commands for your convenience:
Alarm: Using the pq buttons and Select button, select Alarm 1 or 2. Set the alarm wake
time hour and press select to move to the minutes. Press select when done. Alarm bell icons
with a “1” and “2” next to them will be shown on the display when the respective alarms are
set to wake.
After the alarm time is set, set the source and volume level you wish to wake to. If you wish
to wake to an Internet or FM station, be sure the station is broadcasting during the time the
alarm is set to activate. Finally, set the alarm to wake or keep it off.
During a power outage, the alarm time(s) will be maintained by an integrated back-up.
However, if power is lost during the time the alarm is set to activate, the alarm will wake
using a tone, regardless of what alarm source was selected.
If waking to an Internet radio station that is unavailable or takes too long to load, the
alarm will default to the tone as a back-up.
When the alarm sounds in any source but the tone you have three options: (1) press the
Snooze button to mute the alarm for 7 minutes; (2) press the power button to turn the
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NetWorks+ off and keep the alarm set for the next day, or; (3) keep the NetWorks+
playing and go into the menu and turn the alarm off.
Sleep: Press once to activate the 20 minute Sleep timer. The display will show a timer
countdown. Press Sleep again to cancel. The Sleep time is not adjustable.
Info: Press to cycle through various kinds of information available for Internet stations, FM
RDS, and in Music Player mode.
In Internet radio mode, the Info button will cycle through current status (“Playing” or
“Station unavailable”), audio format, station description, genre, and station location.
Each time a station is tuned the Info category will default to current playing status.
In Music Player mode, the Info button will cycle through artist, song, album, format,
and track time.
In FM mode, if RDS is available, the Info button will cycle through radio text, station
frequency, and program type. If any category of information is not provided by the
station the info category will be blank.
Tuning +/–: Press briefly to increase or decrease the FM frequency in FM mode. Press and
hold the pq buttons to rapidly scan through the FM stations. To Auto Search in FM, press for
over 1.5 seconds and release the Up or Down button and the tuner will automatically stop on
the next strongly-received FM station. The display will show “Searching” during Auto Search.
The sensor for the remote control is positioned in the lower left corner of the front panel.
When using the remote, aim it in this general direction.
When replacing the remote’s battery, use a brand name 3V lithium button cell, model
number CR2025. Install the battery so the positive side is facing you.
Music Player mode Set up:
To access music files from your computer connected to the same network as the NetWorks+ and
play them through the radio, you must configure the NetWorks+ to one of two methods available:
Shared Media (UPnP: Universal Plug and Play) or Shared Folders (CIFS), with the former being the
easier of the two methods:
Shared Media (UPnP):
Media sharing uses Windows Media Player (WMP) 11 and above as media server. WMP 11
can be downloaded from Microsoft’s website (www.microsoft.com). The Share Media mode
does not require any setting in the NetWorks+, but your PC needs to be configured to allow
the radio access to the media. You will only have to do it once following these three simple
steps:
1) Your PC must be connected to the same network (wired or wireless) as the NetWorks+.
2) Ensure the NetWorks+ is on and connected to the same network as your PC.
Now browse any directories containing music files. When finished, in the WMP main window,
click on “Library”, then “Media sharing”.
Next, press the Source button and switch the NetWorks radio to Music Player mode and
select “Shared media”. Now select your computer’s name. The NetWorks’ display will show
“Unauthorized” and your computer’s display will show an “Unknown Device”. Select the un-
known device and click <Allow>. Then click <OK>. Press the Select button on the remote to
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authorize the NetWorks to access your music files. Select “Music” from the NetWorks’ menu
and select the rest of the options on the display until your music file starts playing.
Operating Shared Media after Set-Up:
1.) Select the Music Player mode under Source in the NetWorks+.
2.) Select Shared Media. The NetWorks+ will scan for all available UPnP servers. If no servers
are found the display will show “Empty”. Otherwise;
3.) Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to highlight your server and press Select.
4.) Various media categories will be shown (Music, Playlists, etc). The actual menu structure
from this point forward is provided by the media server and might change across systems.
Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to highlight the file you wish to play and press Select. Note
selecting “Video” or “Pictures” (if shown) will result in the display showing “Empty”.
As with the USB input, the Music player cannot play back protected music files that use
Apple’s proprietary coding. Songs or albums purchased through iTunes use this format.
Shared Folders (CIFS):
In order to set up the NetWorks+ to playback music stored on shared network drives, user
name, password, and domain settings must be configured to work with the PC share settings.
This is only required if the user has set a password on his/her shared folders.
PC : Setting up a new user account (Windows XP)
The NetWorks+ requires a user account to be set up on each PC that you wish to browse.
By default most PCs have at least one user account associated with it. The user name and
password (optional) needs to be the same on each PC as the NetWorks+ only stores one user
name and one password. For windows XP this can be set up as follows:
1) From the start menu, select Control Panel then User accounts.
2) From this screen left click the ‘Add…’, and enter the new user name and the Domain/Work-
group setting noted above. Select the type of user (restricted) and then select finish.
3) Select the user just created then select ‘Reset Password…’ and enter a password for this user.
4) Make note of the User Name and Password.
Note for Windows VISTA: You have to turn on the Guest account via manage user accounts
in the control panel in VISTA, then add access to either ‘Everyone’ or ‘Guest’ on the shared
drive. You can create a new account for the NetWorks+ with a password if you are
concerned about security. The Guest account has no password by default, so the Net-
Works+ will connect to it from its factory default settings.
PC : Configuring a shared drive
From the Start menu select My Computer and navigate to the directory you wish to share.
Right click on the directory and select Sharing and Security. Configure the shared drive as
read only, and ensure that the User Name created above has read access to the share
NetWorks+ : Storing the username and password
Before the NetWorks+ can stream music from your PC, you need to ensure you have a shared
folder available on your PC, and set up the NetWorks+ so that it knows the username and
password (if one has been set) for the shared folder on your PC. This is accomplished through
the “PC Settings” found in the “MP Setup” menu in Music Player mode.
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Operating Shared Folders (CIFS) after Set-Up:
1.) Ensure your name and password in your PC have been configured.
2.) Select the Music Player mode under Source in the NetWorks+ and select Shared Folders.
3.) NetWorks+ searches for all available domains and shows all found domains:
4.) Once you select a domain, a list of PCs on the domain is displayed
5.) Select the PC you wish to access.
6.) Once a Domain and PC have been chosen, a list of all of the shared folders in the system is
displayed.
7.) Select a folder and a file to play within the folder. Pressing Menu invokes the Music player
mode menu, which allows returning to the Main menu.
As with the USB input, the Music player cannot play back protected music files that use Apple’s
proprietary coding. Songs or albums purchased through iTunes use this format.
DAB mode:
Station List: Shows all available DAB stations. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to highlight a
specific station and the Select button to tune that station.
Local Scan: Searches only for local DAB stations.
Full Scan: Searches the entire DAB frequency range. This scan takes longer to complete than the
Local Scan. If you move the NetWorks+ to another location, you must perform a new Full Scan so
the radio will find the stations in the new location.
Manual Tune: Press the pq buttons to manually tune specific DAB frequencies, then press
Select to tune the displayed frequency.
DRC: Dynamic Range Control allows you change the sound level of stations to make quiet
passages louder to compensate for a noisy environment or when listening at a low volume level.
The options are:
DRC 0: Off.
DRC Low: ½ of transmitted signal.
DRC High: As transmitted.
Station Order: Allows customizing the DAB station list. Press the pq buttons to cycle through:
Alphanumeric, Ensemble (grouped by station frequencies), or Validity (inactive stations placed last).
Press Select to set your preference.
DAB display messages:
“Station off-air”: From time to time, some stations may stop broadcasting to perform upgrades
or maintenance. In such instances, the LCD will show “Station off-air” and there will be no audio.
Secondary Services: Secondary stations will be indicated by a >> symbol next to the station
name. Secondary services may not be available in your area.
“?”: If this symbol appears next to the station name, it means the station is invalid or inactive.
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DAB+:
This is an expansion of DAB which allows for even more stations. Depending on your location,
DAB+ stations might show on your display. However, you will not hear any audio if you try to tune
DAB+ stations. Your NetWorks+ can be easily upgraded to decode DAB+ stations. Please visit
http://networks.tivoliaudio.com for more information.
DAB Reception:
The number of DAB stations you will receive depends on your location. Fully extend the antenna
in the vertical position. Position the antenna for best reception for each DAB channel and/or move
the radio to a location that provides best reception (such as in front of a window). Just as with
analog radio, weak digital signals can have a negative affect on sound quality.
WARNING: The DAB/FM antenna is not designed to be removed. Removal of this antenna
will void your warranty.
FM Reception:
Buildings made with concrete, steel, or aluminum siding will hinder reception. Household appliances,
electric blankets, computers, CD players, microwave ovens, and other electronic devices can also
adversely affect reception or inject noise. If you experience this, move the NetWorks+ further from
the offending device(s) or plug it into an electrical outlet not shared by another device.
FM RDS:
The Radio Data System (RDS) transmits text data along with the audio broadcast. Not all FM stations
utilize RDS, thus, text may not be present with some stations. For stations using RDS, the text might
still not appear or might appear scrambled if the RDS signal is too weak. In such cases, experiment
with the position of the NetWorks+ FM antenna. Note RDS content is determined by each individual
FM station. If the content shown is inaccurate, that is not the fault of the NetWorks+.
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The Display:
The display’s backlight and contrast are controlled automatically via a small sensor in the lower
right corner of the front panel. There are no manual adjustments other than turning the display off.
This option is found under the “Software Upgrade” menu. If selected, the display will go dark after
the NetWorks+ is turned off. The display will return to normal when the NetWorks+ is powered on
again, the alarm sounds, or power is interrupted. Note the display can be affected by hot and cold
temperatures.
Placement:
Place the NetWorks+ on a flat, stable surface. The NetWorks’+ driver is shielded and may be used
in close proximity to a computer monitor or television set. Do not obstruct the rear bass port.
Placement in a bookcase, corner, or against a wall will inflate the bass.
Cleaning:
Never use any harsh cleansers or solvents on the NetWorks+ cabinet or plastic panels, as this
could damage the finish.
NOTE: Tivoli Audio cabinets use real wood veneers. Since natural wood varies greatly, it is not
possible to achieve an exact wood color/grain match between models. You may also notice
the wood darken over time with exposure to sunlight. Again, this is normal for real wood.
TROUBLESHOOTING:
If you are unable to get the NetWorks+ radio to connect to your WiFi network and you have a PC,
confirm your PC can connect to your WiFi network to verify it is operational.
Check that your network doesn’t restrict connections to particular MAC addresses. View the
NetWorks+’ MAC address in the main menu under “Info”, shown as “Radio ID”.
Check that a DHCP server is available, or that you configured a static IP address on the
NetWorks+. You can configure a static IP address on the NetWorks+ in the main menu under
“IR Set Up”.
Check that your network’s firewall isn’t blocking any outgoing ports
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THE FOLLOWING IS A DESCRIPTION OF SOME OF THE MESSAGES
THE NETWORKS+ COULD DISPLAY:
Type
Error
Error
Error
Info
Info
Info
Info
Info
Info
Description
Seen when a Wi-Fi network-related error occurs.
Some examples of circumstances which will trigger
a ‘Failed to connect’ are:
1.) NetWorks+ fails to connect to WiFi network
2.) Wrong network security key entered
Seen when a server/connection-related error occurs.
Some examples of circumstances which will trigger a
‘Network error’ are:
1.) NetWorks+ fails to connect to Wi-Fi network
2.) NetWorks+ fails to connect to an Internet station
3.) NetWorks+ was streaming a Internet station and
connection failed midway through the streaming
4.) NetWorks+ fails to connect to a PC for streaming music
Seen when the NetWorks+ has a problem playing the media
due to unsupported format type. Some examples of circum-
stances which will trigger a ‘Format error’ are:
1.) NetWorks+ tunes to a Internet radio station which is being
transmitted using an unsupported audio codec
2.) NetWorks+ tries to play a music file from a PC which is in
a format not supported
Seen when NetWorks+ tries to tune to a DAB station without
sufficient signal reception.
Seen when NetWorks+ tries to establish connection with a
network, server, or Internet station.
Seen once the NetWorks+ has established connection and
starts buffering the station/stream.
Seen once NetWorks+ has completed connecting and loading,
and starts playing the stream. This is the point when the station
becomes audible.
Seen when an Internet radio station is currently not transmitting
or the station’s or music file’s stream is un-decodable.
Seen when the NetWorks+ is unplugged or loses power
during a software upgrade and must be serviced to restore
normal operation.
Message
Failed to
connect
NetWork
error
Format error
Not
Available
Connecting...
Loading...
Playing...
Stopped
USB update
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Limited Warranty:
Tivoli Audio manufactures its products to very high standards and we are confident our products
will perform well. Accordingly, we provide a limited warranty on this product against manufacturing
defects in material and workmanship to the original owner. This warranty is non-transferable.
Products purchased in the European Union, Switzerland, and Norway have a minimum warranty
term of two years. For countries where minimum warranty terms are determined by statute, the
warranty term is the statutory period required. In all other locations, the warranty term is one year.
This Limited Warranty covers the functionality of the product for its normal, intended use as
specified in this Owner’s Manual. It does not cover a malfunction or damage that has resulted
from improper or unreasonable use or installation, using the charger to charge alkaline batteries,
faulty ancillary equipment, modifications, unauthorized repair, shipping damage or loss, abuse,
accidents, use on improper voltage/current, power surges, lightning or other acts of God, excess
moisture, normal wear and tear, commercial use, or purchase from unauthorized dealers. Proof
of purchase as evidence the unit was purchased from an authorized dealer may be required for
warranty service. Please contact the dealer of purchase or local distributor for warranty
service or repair.
Please refrain from opening this product or taking it apart as doing so will void this Limited
Warranty. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Tivoli Audio will not pay for costs incurred
due to correction of reception problems, elimination of externally generated static/noise, loss of
time, inconvenience, loss of use of product, or damage caused by improper use of this product.
In the event the product is returned during the warranty term and is eligible for service under this
Limited Warranty, we will repair or replace any defective parts within a reasonable period of time
and free of charge.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS SUBJECT TO SPECIFIED
CONDITIONS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH APPLY TO THE PRODUCT
YOU HAVE ACQUIRED. THESE LEGAL RIGHTS VARY FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY. SOME
PLACES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION, RESTRICTION, OR MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN
IMPLIED RIGHTS OR THEIR EFFECT. IN THOSE SITUATIONS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WILL
ONLY APPLY TO THE EXTENT THAT THE APPLICABLE LAW ALLOWS.
The laws of your country may provide you with legal claims against the seller or manufacturer of
this product. This Limited Warranty does not affect those rights.
The provisions of the Limited Warranty are in lieu of any other warranties or conditions, except
those provided by law. This Limited Warranty does not affect any legal rights provided to you by
law and does not preclude any remedy you may have under law.
In countries where liability limits are not precluded by statute, the maximum liability of Tivoli Audio
shall not exceed the purchase price paid by you for the product. In countries where limitations of
liability are precluded by law, Tivoli Audio shall be liable for no more than the direct damages for
bodily injury, and/or real or personal property arising from the negligence of Tivoli Audio.
Where not prohibited by law, Tivoli Audio shall not be liable for special, incidental, consequential,
or indirect damages. Some places do not allow limitations on the exclusion or limitation of relief,
special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages, or the limitation of liability to specified
amounts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
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This Limited Warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number has been removed or defaced.
If you purchased an extended service contract from your dealer and service is required after the
term of this Limited Warranty has expired, please contact your extended service contract provider
to obtain service.
For your convenience, you may register your product for warranty service online at our website,
www.tivoliaudio.com. There is no legal obligation for you to provide personal information. However,
such information allows us to maintain a record of the Tivoli Audio products acquired by you and
better understand the purchasers of our products. The information collected will be used for marketing
purposes by Tivoli Audio and, where permitted, to contact you in relation to the products you have
acquired or other products which might be of interest to you from Tivoli Audio or other companies.
The information that you provide may be processed in another country.
Please visit the Tivoli Audio FAQ section at www.tivoliaudio.com prior to any request for
warranty service as information available there may answer your questions or concerns.
For your convenience, you may register your product for warranty coverage on-line at
www.tivoliaudio.com.
For service, please contact your dealer or local distributor.
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Specifications:
Model: Tivoli Audio NetWorks+
Type: Internet radio/DAB/FM RDS table radio
Drivers: 3.5" full range, magnetically shielded
Receiving bands: Internet radio: 2412-2472MHz
DAB (Band III): 174-240MHz
FM: 87.5-108MHz
FM De-Emphasis: 50uSec or 75uSec depending on country
Formats: WMA, Real Audio, MP3
Dimensions: 5.51"W x 8.74"H x 5.12"D (140mm W x 222mm H x 130mm D)
Weight: 4.0 lbs./1.814 kg
All specifications subject to change without notice.
Tivoli Audio reserves the right to make product changes without notice.
Tivoli Audio, the Tivoli Audio logo, NetWorks, and SuperBuffer are registered trademarks of Tivoli Audio, LLC.
End Users shall:
a. refrain from modifying, translating, reverse engineering, decompiling, disassembling or using other
means to discover the Source Code or otherwise replicate the functionality of the Client Code, except to
the extent that this restriction is expressly prohibited by applicable law.
b. disclaim Real Networks Inc. of all warranties and conditions other than those set forth in this End User
License, express and implied, including implied warranties or conditions of merchantability and fitness for
a particular purpose; and effectively exclude all liability for indirect, special, incidental and consequential
damages, such as lost profits.
c. recognize that this product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft.
NW+EU0408
This manual was written by Peter Skiera and cannot be
reproduced in whole or in part without the permission
of Tivoli Audio. The information included within this
owner’s manual was accurate at the time of printing.
Tivoli Audio shall not be held liable for operational,
technical, or editorial errors/omissions.
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