User Manual for PIEGA models including: Connect Plus, Streaming and Connectivity Hub of Premium Wireless Series, Connect Plus Streaming and Connectivity Hub of Premium Wireless Series
User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 7 4 OPERATING ELEMENTS 4.1 PIEGA CONNECT PLUS AT A GLANCE LINE Analog stereo input RCA OPT1 - 3 Digital optical input S/PDIF HDMI ARC HDMI input to connect your TV AUX Analog stereo input 3.5 mm jack COAX Digital coaxial input S/PDIF RESET Resets the apparatus to factory default USB AUDIO PC/MAC input for playback from your computer via USB
2022-03-24 — The PIEGA connect plus comes with the following pre-installed streaming clients: Google Chromecast, Spotify Connect,. Apple AirPlay, Roon Ready. 3.2.1 SPOTIFY ...
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DocumentDocumentUSER MANUAL PIEGA CONNECT PLUS EXPECT MORE CONTENT 1 CONTENT .......................................................2 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............3 3 PIEGA CONNECT PLUS AT A GLANCE............4 3.1 SCOPE OF DELIVERY ....................................... 4 3.2 INTEGRATED STREAMING CLIENTS................. 5 3.2.1 SPOTIFY CONNECT................................. 5 3.2.2 GOOGLE CHROMECAST BUILT-IN .......... 5 3.2.3 APPLE AIRPLAY ....................................... 5 3.2.4 ROON READY .......................................... 5 3.3 PIEGA ROOMCONTROL APP............................ 6 4 OPERATING ELEMENTS .................................7 4.1 PIEGA CONNECT PLUS AT A GLANCE............. 7 4.2 REMOTE CONTROL AT A GLANCE................... 8 5 CONNECT TO LOCAL NETWORK (WIFI)..........9 6 WIRELESS CONNECTION TO YOUR SPEAKERS ...........................................9 6.1 CONFIGURE THE SPEAKER GROUP .............. 10 6.2 TRI-BAND 2.4/5.2/5.8GHZ .............................. 10 7 CONNECT YOUR REMOTE CONTROL...........11 8 TV CONNECTIVITY OPTIONS ........................11 8.1 HDMI ARC CONNECTION ............................... 11 9 BLUETOOTH CONNECTION ..........................12 10 MUTE / ON / OFF..........................................13 11 INPUT SOURCE SELECTION.........................13 12 FIRMWARE UPDATE .....................................14 13 TECHNICAL DATA.........................................14 14 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................15 User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 2 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all safety instructions carefully. 1. Heed all warnings. 2. Follow all instructions and recommendations. 3. Do not use this apparatus near water. 4. Clean with dry and soft cloth only. 5. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other devices that produce heat. 6. Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point they exit from the apparatus. 7. Only use accessories or attachments approved by the manufacturer. 8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized type plug. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 10. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required if the apparatus has been damaged in any way, e.g. the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus. Equally if it has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 11. The power plug should be easily accessible to disconnect the equipment. 12. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. 13. Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. 14. Maintain 150 mm safety clearance all around the apparatus to ensure adequate ventilation. 15. Do not place objects with naked flames, such as lit candles on the apparatus. 16. This apparatus is approved for indoor use only. User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 3 3 PIEGA CONNECT PLUS AT A GLANCE 3.1 SCOPE OF DELIVERY The scope of delivery includes: PAIR MAX VOL MIN + - MUTE LINE AUX HDMI OPT1 OPT2 OPT3 COAX USB STREAM + - PIEGA connect plus Also included: · Power supply · External antenna Remote control User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 4 3.2 INTEGRATED STREAMING CLIENTS: The PIEGA connect plus comes with the following pre-installed streaming clients: Google Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Apple AirPlay, Roon Ready. 3.2.1 SPOTIFY CONNECT Spotify Connect allows you to play your music directly from the Spotify app to your PIEGA connect plus. 3.2.3 APPLE AIRPLAY Apple AirPlay lets you share music from your Apple devices to your loudspeakers. And what you share always stays personal and private. The Spotify software is subject to third party licenses found here: https://www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses. Simply use your smartphone, tablet or computer to remotely control listening on another device. Learn more on spotify.com/connect. 3.2.2 GOOGLE CHROMECAST BUILT-IN Google Chromecast supports various music platforms and radio stations. With Google Chromecast built-in you can easily play music from your mobile device to your PIEGA connect plus. 3.2.4 ROON READY Roon Ready network devices have Roon's streaming technology built in, and are certified by Roon Labs to provide the highest level of quality and performance in network streaming: https://roonlabs.com Chromecast built-in is a trademark of Google LLC. User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 5 3.3 PIEGA ROOMCONTROL APP Every room has individual acoustic properties that may have a substantial impact on sound reproduction. Our PIEGA Control App with integrated PIEGA RoomControl function recognises these factors in a quick and easy way, calibrates your speakers accordingly and balances negative effects so that you will get the most from your high-quality speakers. The PIEGA RemoteControl function replaces the wireless remote control if you wish to operate all functions conveniently from your smartphone. The RoomControl app will be available from Spring 2022 in your Google Play or Apple app store. User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 6 4 OPERATING ELEMENTS 4.1 PIEGA CONNECT PLUS AT A GLANCE R LINE L OPT1 OPT2 HDMI OPT3 AUX COAX RESET USB AUDIO GROUP SERVICE DC 5V/3A PAIR/GROUP LINE OPT1 - 3 HDMI ARC AUX COAX RESET USB AUDIO SERVICE GROUP INDICATOR PAIR/GROUP DC 5V/3A Analog stereo input RCA Digital optical input S/PDIF HDMI input to connect your TV Analog stereo input 3.5 mm jack Digital coaxial input S/PDIF Resets the apparatus to factory default PC/MAC input for playback from your computer via USB USB input for firmware updates Indicates the connection status and the selected loudspeaker group Button to select the loudspeaker group and pair the remote control Connects the external power supply WIFI INDICATOR Indicates the WIFI connection status User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 7 4.2 REMOTE CONTROL AT A GLANCE Connect your devices via Bluetooth (Initiate pairing) Volume indicator Volume control PAIR MAX VOL MIN + - MUTE LINE AUX HDMI OPT1 OPT2 OPT3 COAX USB STREAM + - Switch PIEGA connect plus ON/OFF and/or MUTE Input source indicator Select input source Rewind / Play / Pause / Forward User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 8 5 CONNECT TO LOCAL NETWORK (WIFI) Google Home offers a simple way of integrating your speakers into your local network and operating them easily: 1. Download the Google Home app on your smart device. 2. Power your speakers. IMPORTANT: Ensure power is connected for at least 1 minute for Google Home to detect your PIEGA connect plus. 3. Open the Google Home app on your smart device. 4. A message should pop-up allowing you to select your PIEGA connect plus (Stereo Hub). Alternatively, you can add a new device by pressing «+» in the upper area of the screen. 5. Follow the instructions on the app to complete the installation. Note: If the setup with Google Home fails, we recommend using the «RESET» function on the rear panel of your PIEGA connect plus. Restarting your smart device might also help. 6 WIRELESS CONNECTION TO YOUR SPEAKERS The «GROUP» function is only required when using several PIEGA wireless systems (more than one PIEGA connect plus). The music signal is only sent to speakers within the same group. This ensures the smooth operation of up to three independent PIEGA wireless systems in one room/flat/house. User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 9 6.1 CONFIGURE THE SPEAKER GROUP Make sure to set the same colour «GROUP» on your PIEGA connect plus and your Premium Wireless speaker. As long as you're using just one PIEGA connect plus, you are free to choose any colour: white, blue, or red. PIEGA CONNECT PLUS Press «PAIR/GROUP» for at least 3 sec. to make a colour selection. The «GROUP» indicator confirms the selected group. PIEGA PREMIUM WIRELESS LOUDSPEAKER PIEGA Premium Wireless loudspeaker Flip the switch to select the desired group. The «GROUP» indicator confirms the selected group. R LINE L OPT1 OPT2 HDMI OPT3 AUX COAX RESET USB AUDIO GROUP SERVICE DC 5V/3A PAIR/GROUP Once the colours match on both units, the connection is being established automatically. white blue red Group neutral left wall mono corner right Speaker Position INPUT analog service POWER AC 100-120/220-240V 50/60Hz 250W 6.2 TRI-BAND 2.4/5.2/5.8GHZ For wireless signal transmission (music PIEGA connect plus to loudspeaker) the following frequencies are used: 2.4/5.2/5.8GHz (tri-band). Your PIEGA connect plus automatically selects the best suited frequency to ensure the best possible wireless transmission at all times. User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 10 7 CONNECT YOUR REMOTE CONTROL R LINE L OPT1 OPT2 HDMI OPT3 AUX COAX RESET USB AUDIO GROUP SERVICE DC 5V/3A PAIR/GROUP Before the first use, you will have to couple your remote with the PIEGA connect plus. · Press the «PAIR/GROUP» button on your PIEGA connect plus 2 × shortly to start the pairing process. · Then press any button on your remote. · The two units are now successfully connected. 8 TV CONNECTIVITY OPTIONS 8.1 HDMI ARC CONNECTION If your TV has an HDMI ARC output you can easily and conveniently connect your PIEGA connect plus by connecting your TV to the «HDMI ARC» input on your PIEGA connect plus. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 (ARC) R LINE L OPT1 OPT2 HDMI OPT3 AUX COAX RESET GROUP USB AUDIO SERVICE DC 5V/3A PAIR/GROUP Double-check the settings on your TV to make sure the sound is played back through the HDMI ARC output. The HDMI output must be configured to PCM format. User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 11 9 BLUETOOTH CONNECTION In addition to the integrated streaming clients, you can also connect your smart device directly via Bluetooth to the PIEGA connect plus: · Press «PAIR» on your remote control. · The «PAIR» indicator starts blinking. · From the Bluetooth settings on your device select PIEGA connect plus and start connecting. Note: Bluetooth is played via «STREAM». PAIR MAX VOL MIN + - MUTE LINE AUX HDMI OPT1 OPT2 OPT3 COAX USB STREAM + - User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 12 10 MUTE / ON / OFF · The system can be muted (MUTE) by briefly pressing «POWER ON/OFF» . · The «MUTE» indicator starts flashing to confirm the mute status. · Press the button for approx. 2 sec. to switch off your PIEGA connect plus. · Briefly pressing «ON/OFF» again restarts the system. 11 INPUT SOURCE SELECTION Use your remote control to select the input source of your choice. Exception: When streaming (e.g. Spotify Connect), the PIEGA connect plus automatically switches to the «STREAM» input. Once the streaming is stopped, the PIEGA connect plus automatically falls back to the previously used input source. PAIR MAX VOL MIN + - MUTE LINE AUX HDMI OPT1 OPT2 OPT3 COAX USB STREAM + - User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 13 12 FIRMWARE UPDATE Firmware updates are usually installed via Google Chromecast running automatically in the background. If you wish to update the firmware of your PIEGA connect plus manually, follow the steps below: 13 TECHNICAL DATA Supported streaming protocols Google Chromecast Apple AirPlay Spotify Connect (incl. Spotify HiFi) DLNA Bluetooth 4.2 Network module (WiFi) WLAN Standard Maximum resolution IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n & 802.11ac Dual Band 2.4GHz / 5.8gHz 192kHz (24bit) KleerNet (PIEGA connect plus to PIEGA Premium Wireless speakers) Data rate Tri-band 48 96kHz* / 24bit 2.4 / 5.2 / 5.8GHz (auto band switching) * group red only Wired inputs Analog (stereo) Analog (stereo) (3×) Optical (S/PDIF) Coax (S/PDIF) HDMI ARC USB Audio Supply External AC adapter Dimensions Dimensions Weight RCA 3.5 mm Jack Toslink RCA HDMI Type B 192kHz /24bit 192kHz /24bit 192kHz /24bit 192kHz /24bit 100 240V 50/60Hz, 5V @ 3A 172 × 101 × 42 mm 350 g User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 14 14 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PIEGA AMP/speaker is in conformity with the following directives: LVD:2014/35/EU EMC:2014/30/EU RED:2014/53/EU ERP:2009/125/EU ROHS:2011/65/EU REACH:1907/2006/CE STANDBY After 60 minutes without any incoming music, the device will automatically go into a network standby mode. This is indicated by a red light on operating status display, and the power consumption goes down to 0.5 W. The device will automatically wake up upon receiving a music signal, but we encourage you to completely turn off your device when not in use for an extended period of time. User Manual PIEGA connect plus // 15