Logitech Squeezebox Boom User Manual

Logitech Squeezebox Boom User Manual

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  • Page 1 Logitech ® User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Make A Note Of Your Network Settings ... 9 Create An Online Account And Download Software ... 11 Set Up Squeezebox Boom And Connect It To Your Network ... 12 Select A Music Source ... 14 Play Some Music ... 14 Optional: Connect To SqueezeCenter ...
  • Page 3: Thank You

    However, some or all of my iTunes music library does not play ...36 I cannot sign in to my new SqueezeNetwork account ...36 When I attach headphones to Squeezebox Boom, audio comes from only one channel ...36 Appendix F: Using Boom As Part Of A Whole-Home System ...37 Logitech ®...
  • Page 4: System Requirements

    Squeezebox ™ Boom User Guide Boom Hardware At A Glance Remote Control turns the Squeezebox Boom on or off. power returns the display to the Home Screen home (the top level menu). Pressing from the Home Screen displays the Now Playing screen.
  • Page 5: Front Panel Controls

    Using Boom as part of a whole-house system later in this guide. Squeezebox Boom does not have a dedicated “stop” button. This is because it works much like an MP3 or CD player, allowing you to pause your music and return to it at any time.
  • Page 6: Back Panel Connectors

    C. Ethernet. If you prefer to use an ethernet connection rather than Squeezebox Boom’s built-in wireless, you can use your own ethernet cable to connect Squeezebox Boom to your network. D. Power. Be sure to use only the power supply provided with Squeezebox Boom. Logitech ®...
  • Page 7: Create An Online Account And Download Software

    Signing up for a free account on SqueezeNetwork is a vital part of the Squeezebox Boom setup process. To sign up, visit www.squeezenetwork.com and use the sign-up wizard. If you already have an account, instructions for adding your new Squeezebox Boom to your account can be found later in this guide. and SqueezeCenter ™...
  • Page 8: Set Up Squeezebox Boom And Connect It To Your Network

    Set Up Squeezebox Boom And Connect It To Your Network Select a suitable location for your Squeezebox Boom. It should be in a location that is protected from moisture, extreme temperatures, and away from direct sunlight. If you’ll be connecting to your wireless network,...
  • Page 9: Select A Music Source

    SqueezeCenter, take these steps to connect to SqueezeCenter for the first time: If your computer’s name does not appear on this menu, or if Squeezebox Boom is unable to connect, see Appendix E: Troubleshooting.
  • Page 10: Using Your Squeezebox Boom

    Now Playing so that it plays next. Saving As A Playlist Squeezebox Boom can save your Now Playing list to your computer’s hard drive for later use. This feature can be particularly useful for entertaining – one of the great...
  • Page 11: Squeezebox Boom's Alarm

    Squeezebox Boom has six Preset buttons below the display. You can think of these as a miniature list of six favorites that you can recall instantly at any time. Adding an item to a Preset will also add it to your Favorites, if it’s not already in there.
  • Page 12: Display Brightness

    Display Brightness Squeezebox Boom has a built-in light sensor that allows it to adjust the brightness of the display to match lighting conditions. However, you may override this by selecting Settings > Display > Brightness from the Home Screen.
  • Page 13: Repeat And Shuffle

    Podcasts And RSS News Feeds Squeezebox Boom’s capabilities don’t stop at music – you can also use it to listen to your favorite podcasts, and display items from your favorite RSS news feeds.
  • Page 14: Tips, Tricks And Advanced Techniques

    Pandora what you think of a track. When listening to Pandora with your Squeezebox Boom, you can still tell Pandora if you like or don’t like a song, as well as use the rest of Pandora’s customization options.
  • Page 15: Appendix A: Configuring Your Firewall

    Appendix A: Configuring Your Firewall Firewalls on your computer can often cause connection problems for network devices like Squeezebox Boom. While it is not necessary to disable your firewall in order to allow Squeezebox to communicate with your computer, temporarily disabling it can be a quick way of diagnosing the problem.
  • Page 16: Appendix C: Using Apple Itunes

    If for any reason you feel you need to return a product, either for refund or repairs, you must contact Logitech Technical Support first and obtain an RMA number. Please see the contact information above. Packages sent to our office without an RMA...
  • Page 17: Appendix E: Troubleshooting

    When setting up networking, my network does not appear Squeezebox Boom finds all wireless networks in range and displays them by their network name (also known as their SSID). The first step is to make sure that your network is operating correctly and that you’re within range and free from potential sources of interference.
  • Page 18: How Do I Use A Static Ip With Squeezebox Boom

    SqueezeCenter’s web interface, click Settings, and then the Status tab. The IP address will be listed under the SqueezeCenter Information section. To check the IP address of the Squeezebox Boom, go to Settings > Information > Player Information from Squeezebox Boom’s Home Screen. Scroll through the Player Information screen until you see the IP address.
  • Page 19: The Forward And Rewind Buttons Do Not Work With Some Songs In My Music Library

    Windows Media Player, may already do this. SqueezeCenter, the software that runs on your computer and delivers your personal digital music collection to your Squeezebox Boom, will scan one folder (and all sub-folders) for your music. If you have music stored in multiple folders, or on different computers, you will have to create shortcuts in the primary music folder so SqueezeCenter can find the other music.
  • Page 20: However, Some Or All Of My Itunes Music Library Does Not Play

    Apple does not allow streaming of music to which DRM has been applied. Most music purchased from the iTunes Store (with the exception of tracks designated as “iTunes Plus”) have DRM applied, and cannot be played by Squeezebox Boom or similar devices. CDs which you have ripped, or music purchased in MP3 format from non-DRM music services (such as emusic, Rhapsody and Amazon MP3) are compatible.
  • Page 21: Logitech Hardware Product Limited Warranty

    Remedies Logitech’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty shall be, at Logitech’s option, (1) to repair or replace the hardware, or (2) to refund the price paid, provided that the hardware is returned to the point of purchase or such other place as Logitech may direct with a copy of the sales receipt or dated itemized receipt.
  • Page 22 ® logitech.com © 2008 Logitech. All rights reserved. Logitech, the Logitech logo, and other Logitech marks are owned by Logitech and may be registered. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Logitech assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual. Information contained herein is subject to change without notice.

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