EMiUZEK R10 Wireless Audio Receiver Adapter

1. Introduction

The EMiUZEK R10 is a wireless streaming preamplifier designed to integrate with your existing stereo system. It enables high-resolution music streaming from various sources including smart devices, USB drives, Network Attached Storage (NAS), and popular streaming services such as Spotify, TIDAL, or Qobuz. This is achieved through the 4Stream APP, AirPlay, Bluetooth, or other compatible applications.

The R10 supports decoding of high-quality music with sample rates up to 24-bit/192kHz and can stream lossless audio formats like FLAC, APE, and WAV. Its compact design makes it suitable for placement in various environments like desktops, bedrooms, or living rooms. Furthermore, by adding multiple R10 units, you can establish a wireless multiroom or multizone whole-house audio system, enhancing your music listening experience.

2. What's in the Box

Upon unpacking your EMiUZEK R10, please ensure all the following items are present:

• Main Unit (R10 Wireless Audio Receiver) x1
• User's Manual x1 (A PDF version is available for download, reference the 'Item guides & documents' section for details.)
• Aux 3.5mm Cable x1
• 2-1 RCA Cable x1
• USB Type-C Cable x1

3. Main Features

• Streams music via network without distance limitation or Bluetooth 5.0 up to 15 meters.
• Supports Spotify Connect, AirPlay, Qplay, DLNA, and UPnP streaming protocols.
• Supports streaming sources from online services, smart device memory, USB pen drives, NAS, Bluetooth, and line-in.
• Provides both analog (line out) and digital (optical out) audio outputs.
• Enables multiroom and multizone streaming with multiple units connected to the same network.
• All music sources can be restreamed in sync to other compatible models.
• Compatible with AirPlay, Spotify Connect, Qplay, DLNA, UPnP protocol, and third-party applications.
• Supports high-quality music streaming with sample rate decoding up to 24-bit, 192kHz.
• Integrates numerous online streaming services like Spotify, TIDAL, Qobuz, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and Napster within the APP.
• Free iOS and Android APP available for control.
• Offers free global online updates for new features.
• Full-function remote controller available for use without a mobile device (purchased separately).
• EQ adjustment available via APP or remote controller.
• Works with iTunes for PC streaming.

4. Specifications

5. Setup

5.1 Interface Descriptions

Familiarize yourself with the various ports and indicators on your R10 device:

1. Device Indicator Light:
   • Red flashing: Device starting up
   • Red steady: Startup complete
   • Green flashing: Waiting for network configuration
   • Green steady: Network connected successfully
   • Blue flashing: Bluetooth pairing mode
   • Blue steady: Bluetooth paired
   • White steady: Line input mode
2. Power Input / PC DAC Input Port (DC-5V/DAC): Used to supply power or connect to a computer as a DAC input.
3. Optical Input Port (OPT-OUT): Connect to an optical digital audio source.
4. Line Out (Audio Output Port - AUX-OUT): Used to output analog audio signal.
5. USB Port: Supports USB flash drive playback or local firmware upgrade.
6. Line In (Audio Input Port - AUX-IN): Used to input analog audio signal.
7. Reset / Mode Switch Button (SET): Short press to switch mode; long press (over 6 seconds) to reset the device.

5.2 Connection Diagram

Refer to the diagram below for typical connection scenarios:

5.3 APP Download

To control your R10, download the 4Stream Application from the respective app stores:

• For iOS devices: Apple App Store
• For Android devices: Google Play Store

The application supports multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese.

5.4 First Time Usage & BLE WiFi Setup

Follow these steps for initial setup:

1. Plug in the power cable to the R10.
2. Wait for the LED light to flash slowly.
3. Ensure your mobile device is connected to your home's 2.4G WiFi network, and that GPS and Bluetooth are enabled.
4. Open the 4Stream APP. For Android devices, grant permissions for GPS data and file storage when prompted.
5. The 4Stream APP will display available devices for setup. Select your R10.
6. Choose your desired WiFi network for the R10 to connect to.
7. Enter the password for your chosen network.
8. Once connected, the device will automatically check for updates.
9. Rename your device as desired.
10. The device will now appear in the 4Stream APP device list, ready for streaming.

Alternative WiFi Setup Method (if the above fails):

1. Plug in the power cable.
2. Wait for the LED light to flash slowly.
3. Go to your mobile's WiFi settings and connect to the 'SoundSystem_xxxx' WiFi network.
4. Open the 4Stream APP; 'SoundSystem_xxxx' should appear in the device list.
5. Click the '+' icon in the top right corner to add the device.
6. The APP will prompt you to select your router's SSID and enter the password if required.
7. Once connected, you can rename the device and begin streaming.

Note for Android users: Your mobile phone may ask for permission to use the Sound System WiFi network. Please choose 'yes' to ensure successful setup.

If you change your router or WiFi password, long-press the 'Play/Pause' button in WiFi mode to reset the connection.

5.5 Bluetooth Connection

To use Bluetooth, switch the R10 to Bluetooth mode via the 4Stream APP or by using a remote controller. Then, on your phone's Bluetooth settings, search for the device named 'SoundSystem_XXXX' and pair with it.

6. Operating Instructions

6.1 4Stream APP Features

The 4Stream app provides comprehensive control over your R10 device:

• Device Setting:
  • Rename: Change the device name.
  • Speaker Info: Displays device information such as IP address, Mac address, SSID, firmware version, and allows factory reset.
  • Alarm Clock: Set up to 4 different alarm clocks with your choice of music.
  • Preset Content: Access 10 preset content buttons.
  • Sleep Timer: Set a countdown to automatically turn off the device.
  • EQ: Adjust equalization settings.
• To Play Local Storage Music: Click 'MY MUSIC' in the application and select music stored on your device. (Note: iOS devices may block access to iTunes library).
• To Play Music From NAS: The system supports NAS with DLNA features.
• To Play Line in Mode: Connect AUX cables to your TV or other audio sources. Select 'Line in' mode in the application or via remote control.
• To Play Bluetooth Mode: Select 'Bluetooth' mode in the application or via remote control (LED will turn blue). Open Bluetooth on your mobile device, pair with 'Sound System', and play.

6.2 Streaming Services

The R10 integrates various online streaming services. You may need to register an account with the respective service provider platforms.

• Spotify: Listen with Spotify Connect. Connect your R10 to your WiFi network, open the Spotify app on your phone/tablet/laptop (on the same WiFi network), play a song, select 'Devices Available', and choose your R10.
• AirPlay: The device supports AirPlay. You can select AirPlay as a source to play music.
• Qplay: For QQ Music, enable Qplay in the QQ Music player settings and then find the R10 in the Qplay list.

6.3 Multiroom and Multizone

The 4Stream application allows you to group multiple R10 units for multiroom or multizone audio. For example, you can group devices 1, 2, and 3 to play the same music in sync, or configure devices 1 and 2 as Zone A and devices 3 and 4 as Zone B, playing different music in each zone.

Adding/Removing Devices to Multiroom:

1. To add a device, click the '+' mark on the device you want to designate as the master.
2. A list of available devices will appear. Select the devices you wish to add as slaves. Click 'Done'.
3. A gray tick icon indicates the master device, and green tick icons indicate slave devices.
4. To remove a device, click the '+' mark again, unselect the slave device(s), and click 'Done'. If all slave devices are removed, the multiroom function will disable.

6.4 Left and Right Channel

Users can select the right channel, left channel, or stereo mode within the application. For a stereo setup, you can assign the left channel to device A and the right channel to device B, then group them together to play in sync.

6.5 Preset

The remote control features 6 buttons for presets. You can preset playlists (only those with a speaker icon) in the application. When you press a corresponding button on the remote, the preset playlist will play. The application supports 10 playlists, but the remote control can only access presets 1-6.

6.6 Source Mode Change

• Method 1: Change on Application: Users can change the play mode (WiFi, Bluetooth, Line input, USB) directly in the 4Stream application. To switch from Bluetooth/line input/USB to WiFi, simply select an online streaming service (TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify) or local music via DLNA/UPnP.
• Method 2: Change with Remote Control: Use the remote control to switch between WiFi, Bluetooth, Line input, and USB play modes.

6.7 Play on PC

The R10 can be used with various PC tools for music playback:

• iTunes on Mac and Windows PC: The R10 can stream audio from local storage, media libraries, and online services via iTunes. Users can easily play, switch music, control volume, and group/ungroup audio devices.
• Windows PC via Foobar2000: The R10 supports UPnP protocol, allowing playback from Windows PC using Foobar2000. Download and install Foobar2000, then add the UPnP component (refer to Foobar2000 documentation for instructions). After restarting Foobar2000, check 'Library > configure > output > device' to select the R10 as the player.
• USB Audio: Connect the R10 to your PC using a USB data cable. Your PC will automatically detect it as a USB sound card. Select it as the system's main audio output, and the PC will send digital audio (44.1KHz/16bits) to the R10. This audio can then be streamed to other devices in a multiroom setup. (Note: There may be a ~3-second delay in multiroom playback mode compared to the audio source).

7. Maintenance

7.1 Restore Factory Setting

There are two methods to restore your R10 device to its factory settings:

• Method 1: Press and hold the reset button (SET) on the back of the device for 6 seconds.
• Method 2: Navigate to 'APP Setting > Speaker info > Restore Factory Setting' within the 4Stream application.

7.2 Firmware Update

The 4Stream application will notify you when a new firmware version is available. It is recommended to update the firmware whenever prompted, as updates can correct bugs, improve security, and introduce new features or services.

8. Troubleshooting / FAQ

Q: Do your devices support AirPlay and third-party DLNA Apps?

A: Yes. They support AirPlay and third-party Apps like Bubble UPNP.

Q: How many zones can you group in one system?

A: 12 rooms is the maximum, while 8 zones are recommended for optimal performance.

Q: What distance can your wireless audio system cover?

A: Once the system is connected to your WiFi router, you can stream your music anywhere there is a WiFi signal.

Q: Can it play high resolution music?

A: Yes. Our devices can play APE and FLAC within the normal bit rate range. They also support decoding 24bit/192kHz music files.

Q: How many languages do you support?

A: Our devices will auto-detect your mobile device language and change automatically. Currently, we support English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, Korean, and Japanese.

Q: What online music services do you support?

A: Spotify, Qobuz, TIDAL, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Napster, and more, with additional services pending.

Q: Can I play local music?

A: Yes. You can play music from 'MY MUSIC' on the Application from local storage devices such as mobile device storage, USB thumb drives, and NAS.

Q: Can the device work with Windows devices?

A: The Windows Application is not available at the moment, but on Windows PC, users can use iTunes, Foobar2000, and Spotify Connect.

Q: Can all music sources play in multiroom mode?

A: Yes, online streaming music, line input, and Bluetooth can all play in multiroom mode.

Q: Does your device support Google Assistant or Alexa?

A: Our devices do not directly support Alexa. However, through Bluetooth, the device can work with Google Assistant.

9. Warranty and Support

9.1 FCC Statement

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement: When using the product, maintain a distance of 20cm from the body to ensure compliance with RF exposure requirements.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications or changes to this equipment. Such modifications or changes could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

9.2 Support and After Service

For support and after-sales service, please contact:

• Email: support@emiuzek.com
• Website: www.emiuzek.com

The information contained in this guide is believed to be accurate and reliable. EMiUZEK assumes no responsibility for any errors contained in this guide. EMiUZEK reserves the rights to make changes in the specifications and/or design of the above-mentioned product without prior notice. The diagrams contained in this guide may also not fully represent the product that you are using and they are for illustration purposes. EMiUZEK assumes no responsibility for any differences between the product mentioned in this guide and the product you may have.