BLUESOUND N230 Powernode Edge Compact Wireless Music Streaming Amplifier Owner’s Manual
- June 4, 2024
- BLUESOUND
Table of Contents
POWERNODE EDGE
COMPACT WIRELESS MUSIC STREAMING AMPLIFIER
Owner’s Manual
WELCOME TO #LIVINGHIFI
Thank you for purchasing your POWER NODE EDGE. It is a compact, versatile
network streaming amplifier that conveniently brings the enjoyment of high-
resolution audio to everyday life. Simply add a pair of loudspeakers to create
the ultimate two-channel system. Stream your music from dozens of sources, and
group with other Bluesound players to create whole-home, multi-room listening
experiences.
JUST ADD SPEAKERS. The POWER NODE EDGE combines streaming sources,
control, and amplification in one player. All you need to do is connect a pair
of passive loudspeakers to experience an incredible all-in-one HiFi solution.
Control all your music with the intuitive BluOS Controller app. Play from a
personal music library, or even directly from an external USB drive. Easily
connect wired sources, like a TV or turntable, with HDMI eARC or the combo
analog/ digital input. Add the PULSE SUB+ wireless subwoofer for a powerful
2.1 stereo system or even use the POWER NODE EDGE to power the rear channels
of a wireless Bluesound surround sound setup. PACKED WITH POWER. Bring
your speakers to life with the powerful, punchy 2 x 40 watts DirectDigital™
amplifier in the POWER NODE EDGE, handling hi-res, 24-bit/192 kHz files and
MQA-encoded tracks with ease. Enjoy clarity in the playback of everything from
densely-layered heavy metal tracks to whisper-quiet dialogue in movies and TV
shows.
SLEEK AND VERSATILE. The POWER NODE EDGE is designed with a compact form
factor to suit any décor and comes with a multi-orientation wall mounting
bracket to hide in closets or behind sofas. Easy to spec and simple to stack,
smart home installers will appreciate its 1U rack height and half-rack width,
along with an easy-access touch
control panel for everyday playback functions and configuration. This Owner’s
Manual will provide you with a more detailed overview of your POWER NODE EDGE
and its features. It also includes references to networking best practices.
The Quick Setup Guide included with your POWER NODE EDGE will help you get it
on the network and ready to play music.
PLEASE NOTE: Internet access is required to stream content from Music
Services and update your player. Without Internet access, you will not receive
the full-featured experience of your POWER NODE EDGE. If you need help or
information please visit support.bluesound.com or send us an email at
[email protected]
Included Accessories
120V AC Power Cord
230V AC Power Cord
Metal Mounting Screw
Rubber Mount Attachment
Ethernet Cable
Mini Jack to Toslink Adapter
Metal Mounting Bracket
- STATUS INDICATOR Below is a table of the LED blink codes and their corresponding descriptions.
LED BLINK CODE| DESCRIPTION
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Short blue flash, then red| Powering up and rebooting the unit
Solid green| Hotspot Mode
Flashing green| Connectiung to Network
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 BluOS App
Flashing red| Factory Reset in process
Solid Purple| Hotspot Mode timed out - PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON This button has multiple functions – a visual indicator of player status and a PLAY/PAUSE button. For a full listing of LED Blink Codes, please see #1 – Status Indicator. For an ungrouped player, press the button to Play and Pause the stream. If listening to an internet radio stream, the Pause function will work for 30 seconds. At this point, the buffer is full and the stream will Stop. When a player is grouped, pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button will Mute that player while other players continue the stream. The player’s LED will flash blue when muted. The PLAY/PAUSE button is also used for Factory Reset functions. See steps for Factory Reset later in this manual.
- PREVIOUS TRACK/NEXT TRACK Go back to the previous track < or skip to the next track > in your current play queue.
- VOLUME UP/DOWN Tap the buttons to vary the volume level in 1db intervals, allowing you to fine-tune your volume setting. Press and hold to rapidly adjust volume. The right-side button increases the volume level; the left-side button decreases the volume level.
- IR RECEIVER Point any IR (infrared) remote control at the IR receiver and press the buttons to control player functions. The POWER NODE EDGE features IR Learning, which enables any IR remote control to learn BluOS commands. With the learned commands, the configured remote control can then be used to operate the player. Configure your IR remote control in the POWER NODE EDGE Settings menu in the BluOS App.
- SPEAKERS Connect the right speaker to the terminals marked “SPEAKER RIGHT +” and “SPEAKER RIGHT -” ensuring that “+” is connected to the “+” terminal on your loudspeaker and “-” is connected to the loudspeaker’s “-” terminal. Repeat for the left speaker using “SPEAKER LEFT +” and “SPEAKER LEFT -”. Use extra care to ensure that no stray wires or strands cross between posts or terminals at either end.
- SUBWOOFER (SUBW) OUT A subwoofer can be connected directly to the POWER NODE EDGE. Connect SUBW OUT to a powered (“active”) subwoofer. By default a low pass filter is applied at 80Hz, meaning audio below 80Hz is transmitted through the SUBW OUT when a wire is connected. The main loudspeaker output remains at full range unless the additional subwoofer and crossover settings in the BluOS App are engaged. You can also connect the POWER NODE EDGE to a Bluesound PULSE SUB+ over the network.
- IR IN An infrared extender can be connected to allow for programmable learning remotes to control functionality when a POWER NODE EDGE is placed in a way that the front panel IR sensor is not visible.
- HDMI eARC The HDMI eARC input on the POWER NODE EDGE is for audio sources only (eARC = Enhanced Audio Return Channel). Using a certified HDMI cable (not provided), connect one end to the eARC input of the POWER NODE EDGE and the other end to an ARC-enabled HDMI output on your television or another source. You may be required to enable ARC in your TV settings. Consult your TV user manual for more information. The source will appear as HDMI ARC for the POWER NODE EDGE in the BluOS App.
- OPTICAL/ANALOG IN Using a 3.5mm stereo audio cable (not provided), connect one end to the OPTICAL/ANALOG IN of the POWER NODE EDGE and the other end to the corresponding analog output of your source device. This will appear as Analog Input in the BluOS App. Using the 3.5mm Mini Jack to Toslink adaptor (included with the POWER NODE EDGE), a digital optical source can also be added. This will appear as Optical Input in the BluOS App.
- LAN PORT To set up the POWER NODE EDGE using the LAN Port a Wired Ethernet connection is required. Using the Ethernet cable provided, connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN port of your wired Ethernet broadband router and the other end to the POWER NODE EDGE’s LAN port. The LAN PORT is an optional connection, but for the best network performance, an Ethernet connection is recommended.
- USB (TYPE A ) Connect a USB mass storage device to the USB input. Typical USB mass storage devices compatible with the POWER NODE EDGE includes portable flash memory devices and external hard drives (FAT32 formatted). Use the USB (Type A) port for manual software upgrades. This is only necessary in specific cases with authorization from the Bluesound Support Crew.
- AC MAINS INPUT The POWER NODE EDGE comes supplied with two separate AC power cords. Select the AC power cord appropriate for your region. Before connecting the plug to the wall outlet, connect firmly the other end of the AC power cord to POWER NODE EDGE’s AC Mains input socket. Never force the plug into a wall outlet. An adaptor may be necessary for certain regions. Always disconnect the plug from the wall outlet first, before disconnecting the cable from the AC Mains input socket.
SETUP
Placement
The POWER NODE EDGE is designed to power a pair of passive loudspeakers. The
minimum specified speaker impedance of the amplifier is 4Ω. Be sure to
consider the distance from the player to your speakers when purchasing speaker
cables. Also, consider the distance from the player to AC power. The POWER
NODE EDGE comes supplied with a 2m/6ft power cable.
Common product placement is a centralized audio closet or media room, powering
architectural loudspeakers. The POWER NODE EDGE is properly designed for rack
placement: 1U rack height, and half-rack width. Place players side-by-side in
a standard-size audio rack, or stack them on top of each other to fit multiple
units in the rack. Heat management vents can be found on the bottom, top, and
back panels, and the player controls are easily accessible on the angled front
panel.
The POWER NODE EDGE comes supplied with a mounting bracket featuring a multi-
orientation design so that it can be mounted to a wall or cabinet in any
direction. Choose the best orientation to manage wires and cables properly.
Follow these steps to mount your player:
- Remove the mounting slot cover on the bottom panel.
- Connect the rubber mount attachment to the bottom panel of POWER NODE EDGE with supplied metal mounting screw.
- Use the supplied metal mounting bracket to mark the mounting location. Ensure the mounting location does not conceal electrical wiring or plumbing. Pre-drill each hole for mounting screws (recommended M4–0.7 x 3, 4 pieces, not supplied). Anchors may be required. Be sure to leave enough space to plug in the cables.
- Slide the POWER NODE EDGE with a rubber mount attachment onto the bracket. Push down to secure.
Wired sources can be connected directly to the rear panel of the POWER NODE
EDGE using the HDMI eARC or analog/optical inputs.
Examples of common audio sources are TVs, turntables, and CD players. Cables
are not provided.
Network
The POWER NODE EDGE is a network audio player and relies on a well-implemented
local area network to operate correctly. Internet access is required for
software updates and to use many of the player’s features, like cloud-based
music streaming.
Visit the Bluesound Knowledge Base for more help, tips, and tricks to improve
network setup.
https://support.bluos.net/hc/en-us/sections/360000042348-Networking-101
Once your POWER NODE EDGE is connected to loudspeakers and AC power, you need
to add it to your network. Watch for the front panel LED to turn Solid Green,
indicating it is ready for network connection in ‘Hotspot’ mode. You can add
your player to the network via wired Ethernet, or wirelessly via Wi-Fi. If
using Ethernet, simply plug in an Ethernet cable to the POWER NODE EDGE’s LAN
Port. The LED will turn Solid Blue, indicating a network connection. If using
Wi-Fi, open the BluOS App on a phone or tablet, and use the ‘Add A Player’
wizard to guide you through the steps. Whether connecting via Ethernet or Wi-
Fi, you must finalize the setup by initializing your POWER NODE EDGE within
the BluOS App.
WARNING!
THIS IS A FACTORY RESET OF YOUR PLAYER. ALL CUSTOMIZATION INCLUDING WI-FI
NETWORK CONFIGURATION, FILE SHARES, AND SAVED PLAYLISTS WILL BE LOST. YOU WILL
HAVE TO RE-CREATE THESE ONCE COMPLETE. THIS PROCESS IS ONLY RECOMMENDED IF
YOUR PLAYER IS
NOT FUNCTIONING AND AN INTERNET FIRMWARE UPGRADE HAS FAILED. FOR ANY QUESTIONS
OR CONCERNS CONTACT AN AUTHORISED BLUESOUND CUSTOMER REPRESENTATIVE BEFORE
PROCEEDING!
Steps to Factory Reset:
- Disconnect the POWER NODE EDGE from electrical power.
- Wait 30 seconds.
- Reconnect the power.
- Once the LED turns Red, press and holds the PLAY/PAUSE button. The LED will immediately turn Green and then back to Red – continue to hold the button for 30 seconds.
- After 30 seconds, the LED will begin to blink red – then release the button.
- All customization to the POWER NODE EDGE will be removed and restored to factory settings.
IMPORTANT Removing your finger from the PLAY/PAUSE button at any time
before the LED begins flashing red will cancel the factory reset and leave the
POWER NODE EDGE in Upgrade Mode. Just start the steps again to factory reset
it.
You will know the factory reset is successful if the POWER NODE EDGE returns
to Hotspot mode (wireless connection – the LED will turn solid green). If it
is connected to your network through a wired Ethernet connection, it will
simply connect as if it was a new player (LED will turn solid blue).
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STATUS INDICATOR -
PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON
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PREVIOUS/NEXT TRACK
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VOLUME UP/DOWN
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IR RECEIVER
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SPEAKERS
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SUBWOOFER OUT
-
IR IN
-
HDMI eARC
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OPTICAL/ANALOG IN
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LAN PORT
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USB (TYPE A)
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AC MAINS INPUT
WELCOME TO #LIVINGHIFI
The POWER NODE EDGE is network music streaming smart amplifier that
conveniently brings the enjoyment of hi-resolution audio to everyday life.
Simply add a pair of loudspeakers to create the ultimate two-channel system,
which can also be grouped with other Bluesound players to create multi-room
and home theater listening experiences. The POWER NODE EDGE must be wired or
connected wirelessly to your home network for full functionality.
This Quick Setup Guide will take you through the basic steps to get your POWER
NODE EDGE positioned, plugged in, and connected to your network.
Go to bluesound.com/downloads to download
the App. The initial network setup is done using the BIuOS App on your phone
or tablet. Make sure you have the App downloaded and installed, and your phone
or tablet nearby as you get started.
The POWER NODE EDGE online owners manual has even more in-depth information,
including troubleshooting tips and tricks. Please visit
bluesound.com/products/powernode-edge to download the latest version of the manual.
If you
have any questions during setup please visit our support site at
support.bluesound.com
CONNECT FOR SOUND
HOOK UP YOUR SPEAKERS
For source audio (like a TV or turntable), connect via HDMI eARC, Optical, or
Analog inputs. Use the supplied Toslink adaptor for Optical sources.
PLUG IN YOUR PLAYER
WATCH FOR THE LEAD TO TURN SOLID GREEN, INDICATING ‘HOTSPOT’ MODE
ADD YOUR POWER NODE TO THE NETWORK
USING YOUR PHONE OR TABLET, DOWNLOAD AND OPEN THE BLUES APP
MOUNTING
ACCESSORIES
120V AC Power Cord
230V AC Power Cord
Metal Mounting Screw
Rubber Mount Attachment
Ethernet Cable
Mini Jack to Toslink Adaptor
Metal Mounting Bracket
HAVE QUESTIONS?
GET IN TOUCH
support.bluesound.com
[email protected]
North America: 1 855 531 4666
EU:0080053146666
© Bluesound International. Bluesound, the stylized wordmark “B” logotype, the
phrase “HiFi for a wireless generation”, POWER NODE EDGE, and all other
Bluesound product names and taglines are trademarks or registered trademarks
of Bluesound International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited. All
other logos and services are trademarks or service marks of their respective
owners.
References
- Wireless multi-room speakers and components for music streaming - Bluesound
- POWERNODE EDGE - Bluesound