Bluesound NODE 2i Wireless Music Streamer
Owner's Manual
Welcome to Bluesound, Hi-Fi for the Wi-Fi generation.
Bluesound transforms your local digital music library by putting the music of your life right at your fingertips. The clutter of CDs is relegated to a previous era! Your smartphone, desktop or tablet running the Bluesound App now controls your music.
Your Bluesound music system is also a sophisticated Internet streaming device that allows you to listen to a wide range of Internet music service providers. Bluesound also provides access to music subscription services featuring extensive catalogs of millions of songs streamed to you over the internet in real time. TuneIn Radio makes every radio station in the world a local station via the magic of the internet.
To take full advantage of all these Bluesound capabilities requires a robust wired or wireless home network and a reliable high speed Internet connection, provided by a DSL or Cable modem. Internet access must be contracted and installed by your local Internet Service Provider. For remote areas there are satellite options for high speed internet access.
Before signing on to a music subscription or cloud service we suggest that you review your Internet service plan and be sure you have enough internet speed and bandwidth to provide uninterrupted streaming. Most internet service providers offer multiple plans and can help you make the best choice.
For detailed instructions on how to control your Bluesound player, visit our website at: www.bluesound.com.
Included Accessories
- Stereo RCA to RCA Cable
- 3.5mm Stereo mini Plug to RCA Cable
- 120V AC Power Cord
- 230V AC Power Cord
- Ethernet Cable
- Mini Jack to Toslink Adaptor
Product Overview and Connections
The Bluesound NODE 2i features various ports for audio input, output, and connectivity.
Status Indicator (LED)
The LED indicator provides information about the NODE 2i's status:
| LED Blink Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Short blue flash, then red | Powering up, rebooting the unit |
| Solid green | Hotspot Mode |
| Flashing green | Connecting to Network shares |
| Solid red | Cannot boot; drive error |
| Red pulse | No internet gateway |
| White pulse | Software update available |
| Solid red | Upgrade mode |
| Alternate flashing red and green | Upgrading... |
| Flashing blue | Mute mode |
| Solid white | Indexing |
| Solid blue | Connected to Network – ready to use with Bluesound App |
| Flashing red | Factory reset in progress |
| Solid purple | Hotspot timed out |
Buttons
- 2 PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON: Controls playback and indicates network connectivity. Press to Play/Pause stream. In grouped mode, pressing this button mutes the player, indicated by a flashing blue LED.
- 3 +,- (VOLUME): Adjusts the volume level. Press to change volume; holding the button does not change volume faster.
- 4 PREVIOUS TRACK/NEXT TRACK: Navigates through your playlist, allowing you to go back to the previous track or skip to the next track.
Connections
- 5 AUDIO OUT: Connect to the analog audio input of an amplifier, receiver, or stereo system using the provided RCA cable.
- 6 SUBW (SUBWOOFER) OUT: Connect to a powered subwoofer.
- 7 COAX OUT: Connect to the coaxial input of compatible devices using a coaxial cable.
- 8 OPTICAL OUT: Connect to the digital optical audio input of compatible devices using a digital optical cable.
- 9 OPTICAL IN/ANALOG IN: Connect analog audio sources using a 3.5mm stereo audio cable. Connect digital optical sources using a 3.5mm mini jack to Toslink adaptor.
- 10 TRIGGER OUT: Provides a 12V DC signal to control or activate external devices equipped with a 12V trigger input.
- 11 IR IN: Allows control via programmable learning remotes when the front panel IR sensor is obstructed.
- 12 LAN PORT: Connect to your network via an Ethernet cable for a wired connection.
- 13 USB (TYPE A): Connect USB mass storage devices like flash drives or external hard drives (FAT32 formatted).
- 14 SERVICE: For authorized service personnel only, used for initial firmware loading.
- 15 AC MAINS INPUT: Connect the appropriate AC power cord for your region.
- 16 FRONT PANEL HEADPHONE JACK: A 3.5mm headphone jack for connecting headphones.
Factory Reset Procedure
WARNING: A factory reset will erase all customization, including Wi-Fi network configuration, file shares, and saved playlists. This process should only be performed if the player is malfunctioning or an internet firmware upgrade has failed. Contact Bluesound Customer Support if you have questions.
Steps to Factory Reset:
- Disconnect the player from electrical power.
- Wait 10 seconds.
- Reconnect the power.
- When the LED flashes Blue, turn it Red, then touch and hold the Play/Pause icon. The LED will immediately turn Green and then back to Red. Continue holding the button.
- Once the LED turns back to Red, continue to hold the button for 30 seconds.
- After 30 seconds, the LED will begin to blink red. Release the button.
All player customization will be removed and restored to factory settings.
IMPORTANT: Releasing the finger from the LED before it begins flashing red will cancel the reset and leave the player in Upgrade Mode. Restart the process if this occurs.
Successful Reset Indicators:
- If the player returns to Hotspot mode (wireless connection), the LED will turn solid green.
- If the player is connected via a wired Ethernet connection, it will connect as a new player, and the LED will turn solid blue.
