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First things first Make sure you have an Android, iOS or Windows 7+ PC and an Internet- connected wireless network. Note: If you have none of these devices and want to connect a Mac or a PC running iTunes on an older version of Windows, see “Connect to your network using a Mac or Windows ®...
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Unpack your speaker Remove your Wren Speaker from the packaging. Place the speaker anywhere in the normal range of your WiFi router.
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Connect the power cable Connect power cord to AC outlet. Connect power cord to power input on rear of speaker. The power indicator in the center of the power button will flash white for about 10 seconds, then turn off. AC INPUT 100-240 VOLT...
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Turn on your speaker(s). The first time you turn on the Wren V5US, it will start up in WiFi Connect Mode (indicated by the WiFi indicator slowly blinking amber). In this mode, the speaker is broadcasting a signal telling source devices that it is ready to connect.
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* IMPORTANT: To download the Play-Fi App for Apple iOS devices from the Apple App Store, search using the term "DTS Play-Fi." DO NOT download the app titled "wrensoundsystemv5ap", as it is designed to work with the Wren V5AP and will not work with your V5US.
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Add more rooms and speakers. Customize your settings and more. If you need any help with set-up, consult the Setup Guide included with your speaker or visit our website at http://wrensound.com/support/V5us to view troubleshooting or to contact our customer support.
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Apple AirPlay speaker. Once your Wren speaker has been set up on your network using the Play-Fi App for iOS, you can exit the Play-Fi App and use Apple’s AirPlay for wireless streaming. Just go to your Apple iOS device’s speaker settings and select your Wren speaker’s name.
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® Connecting with Bluetooth Using the source selector on your Wren speaker or remote control, select Bluetooth. Press and hold the Setup button (Fig. 1) on the back of your speaker until indicator light begins blinking amber (Fig. 2). blinking...
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Figure 3 • Pairing Figure 4 • Connected Once your device has paired with the Wren speaker, you will not need to pair it again. You will be able to connect and disconnect using your device’s settings. For more information on connecting with and using...
The speaker is already connected to your WiFi network. Go to WiFi indicator is solid white. the speaker settings in the app and select your Wren Speaker. Put the speaker into setup mode by holding the setup button WiFi indicator is blinking on the back panel for about 7 seconds.
Using AirPlay on your Mac or and Settings ........25 ........5 Windows computer Speaker Controls ........6 Streaming to multiple V5US speakers Remote Control with iTunes running on a Mac or ......7 Using the V5US Bass EQ ..........25 Windows PC...
Back Panel Connections and Settings Setup Button Used to enter various setup modes 3.5mm Aux Input Connects any audio source to your Wren V5US via a 3.5mm audio cable Service Port Used for firmware updates. Reset Button Reboots speaker by cycling the power off and back on.
Speaker Controls Power/Standby Powers on and off the Wren speaker. White light indicates power is on; amber light indicates volume is muted. Volume Adjustment Indicator To turn on, press and release the Power button; to turn off, press and hold the Flashes to indicate volume being Power button for seven seconds.
Remote Control Mute/Unmute Power Mutes and unmutes the audio Powers your Wren V5 on and off Input Selector Volume Up Buttons Increases volume Selects the desired audio input source Play/Pause Plays and pauses audio Volume Down Decreases volume...
Of course, bass output is for many people a matter of personal taste. If the bass on your V5US seems too light for your taste — regardless of room position — you can make it heavier by moving the setting to the left. If the bass is too heavy — regardless of room...
Powering on your Wren V5US Connect power cord to AC outlet. Press power button. The power indicator will blink white until the system is ready. When the system is ready, the power indicator will remain white. solid white Connect power cord to power input on rear of speaker.
Your wireless network is on and functioning properly. • Your Wren V5US speaker is located in an area with ample WiFi signal strength. ONCE YOUR V5US IS CONNECTED TO YOUR WIFI NETWORK, REGARDLESS OF HOW YOU CONNECTED IT, THE V5US WILL EASILY CONNECT WITH ALL OF THE WIFI- EQUIPPED SOURCE DEVICES THAT ARE ON THE SAME NETWORK AND COMPATIBLE WITH YOUR V5US provided you have the appropriate app installed.
Chances are, however, that you want to use only one primary device for streaming music to your V5US. To get started, simply find your device in the index below and go to the section for connecting your Wren V5US with that device.
Standard WiFi Setup enables you to set up multiple Wren V5US speakers at once. For best results, place your Wren V5US speaker(s) near your router. You may move the speaker(s) after setup is complete. Download and install the free Turn on your speaker(s).
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Connect to your network using Android devices (cont.) Launch the Wren Play-Fi App. The Wren Play-Fi App will ask you to It will automatically detect any enter your WiFi network’s password Wren V5US speakers that are in (if required). WiFi Connect Mode.
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The Wren Play-Fi App will ask you To listen to music, simply use the to name your speaker. Choose from Wren Play-Fi App on your Android preselected names or create your device to select the music you own by choosing “Custom Name”...
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Connect to your network using Android devices (cont.) Setting Up Wren V5US Speakers After Launching the App The Wren Play-Fi App looks for devices in Standard WiFi Setup Mode when it is launched. If you launch the app before connecting the speaker to the WiFi network, go to the app’s home screen, select...
Using the Play-Fi App on your Android or iOS device Once you have successfully set up your Wren V5US speaker, simply launch the Wren Play-Fi App on your Android device or the iOS Play-Fi App on your iOS device. The App will verify the connection with all Play-Fi speakers on your network.
This is our recommended method for connecting using an iOS device. You can also use the Web Server Method, described on page 22. The Play-Fi WiFi Setup enables you to set up multiple Wren V5US speakers at once. For best results, place your Wren V5US speaker(s) near your router. You can move the speaker(s) after setup is complete.
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Make sure your V5US’s WiFi indicator is amber and pulsing slowly. If this is not the case, make certain that your V5US is turned on (the Power button will be lit white) and that your source is set on WiFi.
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Set-Up button at the bottom of the to your V5US. screen. The iOS device will then connect to your V5US through your WiFi network. If your network requires a password, you will be asked to enter it next.
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Android or iOS Device” on page them and to stream music to up to 15. To use AirPlay on your V5US, eight speakers simultaneously when exit the Play-Fi App and follow using the Play-Fi App on your iOS the directions in “Using AirPlay on...
Using the Play-Fi iOS App to add more Play-Fi speakers to your network If you have more than one Wren V5US (or other brand of Play-Fi speaker), you can use the Play-Fi iOS App to add these speakers to your network by performing the following steps.
Using AirPlay on Your iOS device (iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch) Once you have successfully set up your Wren speaker, locate and press the AirPlay icon on your music app to begin playing music. Note that the location of the AirPlay icon will differ depending on the music player you are using.
Web Server method. The Web Server method is one of two ways to set up a network connection for your Wren V5US using an iOS device; the other way, which will enable you to use both AirPlay and Play-Fi on your iOS device, is to use the Play-Fi App, explained on page 15.
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Note: If the web page is not initially available or becomes unresponsive, reload it. After you select Set Up, the next screen asks you to select the network you want to use to connect to your V5US. Click on your preferred network. Steps 6-8, next page...
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(see image below.) Once you can enter a custom name. the WiFi indicator light on your Wren V5US turns solid white, your speaker is connected to the network. You can now play music using AirPlay on your iOS device or your Mac or Windows PC.
Using AirPlay on your Mac or Windows computer Once you have successfully set up your Wren speaker, you are ready to enjoy your music wirelessly. Locate and press the AirPlay icon in iTunes to begin playing music. Note: When adjusting the volume when using AirPlay on your computer, use the volume control slider in iTunes, not the computer’s main volume control.
802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi router • One or more audio products equipped with DTS Play-Fi (like the Wren V5US) The Play-Fi App for Windows is available in a free version that enables you to stream music to one speaker only. It is also available in an HD version that enables streaming to up to eight speakers for $14.99.
Using the special Play-Fi App for Windows 7 and higher To send songs to any speaker, simply click the icon in the system tray to see and choose from the available speakers. Pick a favorite, and you are good to go. Adding a speaker? The app makes set up a snap, too.
WPS is not a standard feature on all routers, and only one Wren V5US speaker can be set up at a time. Check your router’s owner manual to see if WPS is a feature, or look for a button on your router marked with the WPS logo .
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Place your router in WPS Mode. When the secure connection is made, Usually this is done by holding the the WiFi indicator on your Wren V5US router’s WPS button, but check will stop blinking and remain solid white. your router owner’s manual.
Connect to your V5US using Bluetooth In addition to a variety of WiFi streaming technologies, your V5US is equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology. While we recognize that most V5US customers will use WiFi, we believe that Bluetooth comes in handy in a number of instances: Since it does not require a WiFi router, you can stream music using Bluetooth when you are outside the range of a router (e.g., on the patio) or when you vacation in a...
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For best results, have your Bluetooth source device near your V5US. Note: Your V5US will automatically enter pairing mode the first time you select Bluetooth as your source. The following directions are for all subsequent pairings. If you are setting up the speaker for the first time, start with step 3 below.
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Connect to your V5US using Bluetooth (cont.) Select V5US14_xxxxxx. If To play music on your your source device asks for a Wren V5US, make sure that Bluetooth is turned on and passkey, enter “0000” (four zeros) and press “OK.” The...
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Using multiple Bluetooth devices on your V5US Many households (and many individuals) have multiple Bluetooth-equipped devices that they use for music. The Wren V5US can “remember” pairings with up to six different Bluetooth devices, eliminating the need to go through the initial pairing process every time you switch devices.
Using Bluetooth (cont.) To clear the V5US’s memory of all paired devices, press and hold the Setup button on the rear of your V5US and, while holding the Setup button, press the Power button on the front control panel. The Volume indicator will blink amber two times to indicate that the memory has been cleared.
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• Play music that you are familiar with. • Raise the volume control on the V5US in small steps until it is as loud as you think you will want it to play. • Turn the volume down on your source device. You will find that it goes from the peak loudness you established all the way down through medium to soft to inaudible.
Connect using Spotify Premium How to use Connect You’ll need Spotify Premium to use Connect. Add your new speaker to the same wifi network as your phone, tablet or PC (see product user instructions for details). Open the Spotify app on your phone, tablet or PC, and play any song. If you’re using the app on a phone —...
Bluetooth • All content available on •one to one only All others with aptX device Note: App features and content services for all types of devices are constantly evolving. For the most up-to-date information, go to wrensound.com/support/v5us/compatibility/.
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For support, FAQs and a full manual, go to www.wrensound.com/support/v5us. Para soporte, preguntas frecuentes y un manual completo, vaya a www.wrensound.com/support/v5us. Pour consulter les informations les plus récentes, visitez www.wrensound.com/support/v5us.
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IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Wren Sound Systems, LLC is under license.