OSD NERO NERO STR1 Gen2 Single Zone Wi-Fi Smart Preamp Streamer User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- OSD NERO
Table of Contents
NERO STR1 Gen2 Single Zone
Wi-Fi Smart Preamp Streamer
User Manual
SRT1 GEN2
OWNER’S MANUAL
Introduction
OSD – The Best Value in Sound
Thanks for joining the OSD owners club.
Thank you for purchasing the NERO STR1 Gen2 Single Zone Wi-Fi Smart Preamp
Streamer. This single-zone preamp is ideal for commercial and residential
applications. The SRT1 Gen2 is compatible with the OSD Player app for
selecting and controlling multiple Sources/Music services. It can be grouped
with other OSD streaming and integrated amp/preamps.
Remove the SRT1 Gen2 from the box and look over the device to ensure it is
free of any damage and that all the packaging contents are accounted for
before proceeding?
Connect the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi antennas to the back panel connectors. Find
the DC Adaptor and connect it to the SRT1 Gen2 before plugging it into an AC
outlet.
See additional connection options in this manual. Ensure the SRT1 Gen 2 is not
powered On when connecting or disconnecting other devices.
If you have any questions about your SRT1 GEN2, please contact us directly.
www.osdaudio.com
email: support@osdaudio.com
Phone: 888-779-4968
In The Box
QR Manual Card Qty: 1
12Volt 1A US Power Adaptor Qty: 1
Antennas Qty: 2
IR Remote Control Qty: 1
3.5mm to Dual RCA Cable Qty: 1
Stereo RCA Patch Cord Qty: 1
Wall Mount Brackets Qty: 2
Wall Mount Bracket Hardware Qty: 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
- TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
- TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
- TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
This lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the use to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage
within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
This lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the use to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage
within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions.
- Read all warnings.
- Follow all Instruction.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean only with dry cloth.
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
- Donotinstallnearheatsourcessuchasradiators,heatregisters,stoves,orotherapparatus(including amplifiers)that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. If the provided plugs does notfitintoyouroutlet,consultanelectricianforreplacementoftheobsoleteoutlet.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit form the appliance.
- Only use attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Referallservicingtoqualifiedpersonnel.Servicingisrequiredwhentheapparatushasbeendamagedinanyway, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
FRONT /REAR PANEL
Front Panel Description
- Power Switch
- Volume/Mode Select Knob
- IR Sensor for IR Remote
- LED Status Indicators
Rear Panel Description
1. Wi-Fi Antenna
2. RESET Button
3. Trigger Output
4. RCA Stereo Line-In
5. Single RCA Subwoofer Output
6. Fiber Optical Input
7. RCA Line-Out| 8. Digital Coaxial Output
9. Digital Optical Output
10. LAN Network Input
11. USB Jump Drive Reader
12. DAC Digital Computer Input
13. Bluetooth External Antenna
14. DC12V1A Power Supply Input
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CONNECTION
Remote Control
Connection Options Diagram
SETUP
Setup & Operation
Once the SRT1 Gen2 is connected and in the desired location, plug the included
power supply into the SRT1 Gen2 and into an available AC outlet.
Note, the SRT1 Gen2 can connect directly to the network by connecting a
network cable to the LAN connection on the back panel. Unlike the SRT1 Gen2
the SRT1 Gen2 can connect wirelessly as well which is especially handy in case
there is no LAN connection near SRT1 Gen2 install location.
The next step is to connect the SRT1 Gen2 to your network and control the
sources using the OSD Audio Player App.
LAN Direct Wire/Cable connectivity for SRT1 Gen2
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Download and install the OSD app by scanning the QR code or search “OSD Player” in the App store/Google Play store.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wifiaudio.osd&hl=en
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/osd-player/id1447579044?mt=8 -
Connect the SRT1 Gen2 to your network router using the RJ45 Ethernet LAN port on the rear panel.
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LAN connection will automatically setup a zone for the SRT1 Gen2. Ensure your mobile device is connected to the same network and open the OSD Audio Player App
Connection Via Bluetooth Receiver Mode
The SRT1 features Bluetooth Connect as an option. You can access the Bluetooth
5.0 using the OSD Audio Player App, manually using the front panel
Volume/Source Select Knob or by using the IR Remote that is included with the
SRT1 Gen2.
When in
Bluetooth receiver mode, the BT LED will be flashing which indicates it is
waiting for connection in your BT Transmitter device (cell phone, pad, TV) you
can search device name “OSD Player”.
Once connected, the BT LED will stay on which indicates the connection is
successful and you can start playing music from the connected device and hear
the sound coming out of the connected passive speakers.
SRT1 Gen2 Streaming Services:
Listen to Online Music
The SRT1 Gen2 can work with many popular streaming music services like
Spotify, Tidal, Napster, and AMAZON MUSIC. Plus, Internet Radio Apps like
TuneIn, iHeart radio, and VTuner. You can easily stream music or playlists
from your account wirelessly and listen on your home audio system.
Spotify
To use Spotify, you will need to have Spotify premium account. You will find
the OSD Audio Streaming device in the device list in Spotify Application and
choose that device you want to stream.
AMAZON Music
To use AMAZON Music like Spotify, you will need to have an AMAZON Music
premium account as well. You will find the OSD Audio Streaming device in the
device list in AMAZON Music Application and choose that device you want to
stream.
Airplay 1
The device supports Airplay1, you can choose Airplay1 in iOS device and play
music.
Listen to local music
The SRT1 Gen2 can stream local music stored in your Smartphone, USB storage
device, NAS using DLNA protocol, PC software like iTunes, or UPnP/DLNA 3rd
party software. Click on “My Music” to select the local device you want to
play from.
Note: iOS-based devices have blocked the access to iTunes library.
Our system only supports NAS using DLNA protocol.
Using the SRT1 Gen2
Once you have connected your mobile to network and installed the OSD Audio
Player App in your mobile device, you can start playing music to different
rooms or the same music in all rooms in sync.
Selecting a Zone
In the OSD Audio Player APP you will see all the connected devices in the same
network
- Select the device you want to control; A green rectangle will highlight the selected Device
- Select Browse on left side of the Bottom Tool Bar, note the highlighted selection turns dark green
- From the Browse Screen, Select an online or local music source from the list to start streaming your music (Some sources will need a subscription)
Play the Same Music in Multiple Rooms
Using the OSD Audio Player App, you can play the same music in multiple rooms
simultaneously by grouping two or more devices. First, in the Device screen,
you select the primary Device (Highlighted by a green rectangle).
Select the Link in the upper right corner of the highlighted Device. A new
screen will then appear featuring the selected Primary device and a blank
circle for each additional device available to group with it. Just select the
devices you want to add and Press the Done Button. Another Screen shows The
Group Volume Master control, followed by the primary individual volume control
and the independent volume for each grouped Zone. 
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specifications| SRT1 Gent
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I/O Interface| DC Input| DC 12V/1A
Analog Audio Input| RCA 2V RMS
Digital Audio Input| Optical Input
Analog Audio Output| RCA 2V RMS
Analog Sub Output| Single RCA
Digital Audio Output| Coaxial, Optical
Trigger Output| 12V
USB| Connect USB Storage Drive
DAC connection| Yes USB-C
Ethernet| LAN Connection RJ45
LED Indicator| Status LED / Wi-Fi / BT / Line In / Optical/DAC/USB
IR Remote| IR Remote/IR Sensor Front Panel
Volume Knob/Source Select| Volume Knob/ Source Select
Reset Button| Reset Button
Network| Wireless Network| IEEE 802.11 b / g / n 2.4G
Bluetooth| Bluetooth 5.0
Wired Network| Ethernet RJ45
Streaming Protocols| AirPlay / DLNA / Spotify Connect
Audio Parameter| Music Format| FLAG / MP3 / MC / MC + / ALAC / APE / WAV
Audio Decode| 16/24 Bit / 44kHz to 192 kHz
Frequency Response| 20Hz – 20kHz
THD + N| 0.0003
SNR| 100dB
Bluetooth Range| 15 M
| Link Play Module| Link Play A31
Application| OSD Player App/Link Play| Updated OSD Player App
iTunes| For MAC & Windows PC
Foobar2000 and other support UPnP, DLNA 3rd party program| For MAC & Windows
PC
Audio Source| Online Music Streaming Services| Spotify / Napster / Tidal
/Tuneln / iHeart Radio / AMAZON Music / VTuner
Local Storage| Music file store in Mobile phone, NAS & USB disk drive
Analog Input| RCA R&L Analog
Digital Input| Optical Input / DAC
General| Dimension| 189mm W x 138mm D x 53mm H
Inches| 7.44″ W x 5.43″ D x 2.08″ H
Weight| 0.8KG/1.76LBS
Power| | 12Volt 1 A AC DV 100-240V FCC and UL external
The information contained in this guide is believed to be accurate and reliable. OSD assumes no responsibility for any errors contained in this guide. OSD reserves the rights to make changes in the specifications and/or design of the above-mentioned product without prior notice. The diagrams contained in this guide may not fully represent the product that you are using, and they are for illustration purpose. OSD assumes no responsibility for any differences between the product mentioned in this guide and the product you may have.
WARRANTY
Warranty Info
All OSD NERO electronics products have a (2) year Limited Warranty against
defects in materials and workmanship. Proof of purchase must accompany all
claims. During the warranty period OSD AUDIO will replace any defective part
and correct any defect in workmanship without charge for either parts or labor
OSD AUDIO may replace returned speakers with a product of equal value and
performance. In such cases, some modification to the mounting may be necessary
and are not OSD AUDIO’s responsibility.
For this warranty to apply, the unit must be installed and used according to
its written instructions. If necessary, repairs must be performed by OSD
AUDIO. The unit must be returned to OSD AUDIO at the owner’s expense and with
prior written permission. Accidental damage and shipping damage are not
considered defects, nor is damaged resulting from abuse or from servicing
performed by an agency or person not specifically authorized in writing by OSD
Audio
OSD AUDIO sells products only through authorized dealers and distributors to
ensure that customers obtain proper support and service. Any OSD AUDIO product
purchased from an unauthorized dealer or other source, including retailers,
mail over dealers and on-line sellers will not be honored or serviced under
existing OSD AUDIO warranty policy. Any sale of product by an unauthorized
source or other manner not authorized by OSD AUDIO shall void the warranty on
the applicable product.
Damage to or destruction of components due to application of excessive power
voids the warranty on those parts. In these cases, repairs will be made on the
basis of the retail value of the parts and labor. To return for repairs, you
must email customer service at
RMA@audiogeargroup.com for a Returned
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number# then the unit must be shipped to OSD
AUDIO at the owner’s expense, along with a note explaining the nature of
service required. Be sure to pack the unit(s) in a corrugated container with
at least 3 inches of resilient material to protect the unit from damage in
transit.
This Warranty Does Not Cover:
Damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, negligence, or improper operation
(installation) • Any products that have been altered or modified • Any product
whose identifying number of decal, serial #, etc. has been altered, defaced or
removed • Normal wear and maintenance.
OSD Audio | Brea, CA.
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