12.2. Maintaining the network connection
If the network connection is to remain active even when in standby mode or in
operating modes that do not use WLAN such as AUX IN or FM radio (increasing
power consumption in standby mode), select YES. When you press YES to confirm
this setting, the internet and network functions are available more quickly when the
device is switched on.
When NO is set, the network connection is re-established when the internet radio
is switched on after having been on standby.
12.3. Establishing a connection to a network
The names (SSID) of the networks found are shown in a list. WLAN access points that
provide connections via WPA are indicated with [WPS].
Beneath this, you will see:
NEW SEARCH: start a new search
WIRED: search for networks via Ethernet
MANUAL CONFIG: enter connection data manually
12.3.1. Connecting via WLAN
Select the WLAN access point for connection with the internet radio and press
SELECT on the remote control to confirm.
In case of an unencrypted (open) WLAN access point, the internet radio establishes
the connection automatically.
To connect with an encrypted network, observe the following sections.
12.4. WLAN connection via WPS
Once a WLAN network providing the option to connect via WPS has been selected,
the WPS menu appears. If you do not want to establish a connection via WPS, select
SKIP WPS here.
12.4.1. WPS button
Select PUSH BUTTON to enable the WPS function to be used via the router's
WPS button.
Then press the WPS button on the router and press SELECT to confirm the
connection with the internet radio.
To this end, please also note the information in your router's user manual.
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The device will now establish a connection with the network. Once the
connection is successful, a corresponding notice is then displayed.
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The device can now play back media via the network and receive internet radio
stations as long as there is an active internet connection via the network.
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The device stores the connection data so that it does not need to be re-entered
to re-establish the connection.
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