Linksys WMB54G Wireless-G Music Bridge
Manufacturer: Linksys Inc. Part number: WMB54G
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- If you can deal with its software setup snafus, the Linksys WMB54G Wireless-G Music Bridge is a great way to listen to any PC-based digital audio without worrying about DRM and copy-protection entanglements.
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CNET editors' review
Linksys WMB54G Wireless-G Music Bridge price range: $79.48 - $99.99
- Reviewed by: John P. Falcone
- Edited by: David Carnoy
- Reviewed on: 04/10/2006
- Released on: 01/26/2006
The good: The Linksys WMB54G Wireless-G Music Bridge lets you stream any audio you can hear on your PC--including copy-protected music such as iTunes--to your home stereo via your wired or wireless home network. It offers smooth wireless performance, and because it includes every possible analog and digital audio output, it can connect to virtually any stereo, receiver, or speaker system.
The bad: The software's configuration process is problematic, and it doesn't offer reliable switching between the PC speakers and the Wireless-G Music Bridge. Also, there's no front-panel display, TV output, or remote-control function, so you can control the audio only at the source (your PC).
The bottom line: If you can deal with its software setup snafus, the Linksys WMB54G Wireless-G Music Bridge is a great way to listen to any PC-based digital audio without worrying about DRM and copy-protection entanglements.
Measuring just 1 by 5.63 by 3.75 inches, the tiny Linksys Wireless-G Music Bridge will reside unobtrusively just about anywhere. In addition to a single Ethernet port, its back panel is crowded with audio jacks; the two stereo analog outputs (red-and-white RCA and a stereo minijack) and the two digital outs (one optical, one coaxial) mean that the Music Bridge can connect to any audio device that includes a line-in port. That includes a wide variety of boomboxes, tabletop radios, or anything with an Aux jack, as well as virtually every stereo, A/V receiver, and home-theater-in-a-box system. Though the Music Bridge pulls in the audio playing on your PC, the computer can be on the other side of the house so long as the Music Bridge is connected to your wired Ethernet or wireless network. The Music Bridge uses the 802.11g Wi-Fi spec, but it's fully backward compatible with older 802.11b wireless networks.
Before you hook up the Linksys WMB54G Music Bridge to your stereo, you need to install the accompanying software on your PC (sorry, Mac users--it's Windows only) and program the Music Bridge to "see" the PC that acts as an audio server. That process requires the Music Bridge to be connected to your home network via an included Ethernet cable. While the software has all the trappings of a user-friendly wizard interface, the automatic settings didn't work for us, and we had to opt for the expert mode. One reason for our frustrating setup experience was that the Ethernet and Wireless lights on the front of the Music Bridge indicate only whether the device is connected to the network, not whether it's actually connected to the server (your PC)--a more important question. Computer geeks and experienced do-it-yourselfers can probably navigate the workarounds, but the setup process will almost certainly involve some tech-support calls for those who aren't familiar with networking lingo such as DHCP settings and the like. Thankfully, the Linksys Music Bridge is compatible with WPA and WEP encryption and lets you enter your passcode during the setup process, so you won't have to downgrade your home network's security just to listen to your music.
Thanks to the vagaries of the setup process, it took us several tries to get the Music Bridge programmed to properly interface with our wireless network. Once we got it working, we moved it from the PC and connected it to our kitchen minisystem, not far from the wireless network access point. We were immediately rewarded with the sound of the same Internet radio station that we'd been running on the PC--even though the computer was two rooms away. We toggled through a variety of music sources, including several that hadn't worked with previous digital audio receivers because of DRM restrictions and other proprietary voodoo. Purchased iTunes songs, personalized online radio services (Pandora and Last.fm, for example), Web streams of Sirius and XM Satellite Radio stations, and even DVD soundtracks all worked perfectly. Over the course of hours-long listening sessions, the Music Bridge maintained a solid wireless connection that was free of all but the most occasional dropouts. And just as important, it was able to reconnect instantly to the wireless network after being powered off (unplugged) for a couple of days.
As good as its performance is, the Linksys Wireless Music Bridge has some notable limitations. It's completely enslaved to your PC: your computer needs to run the control application, which basically enables the Music Bridge to act as a remote sound card. You'll be able to hear whatever audio is playing on your PC, but you'll need to be physically at your PC to have any control over what you're listening to--which is a problem if the Music Bridge is on a different floor or in a different room. As such, you'll probably want to give your favorite music program a long playlist or opt for a real-time online stream that requires little user intervention. Also, keep in mind that the Music Bridge is just passing along the PC's audio, so if someone sits down and boots up Battlefield 2, your tranquil classical music interlude will be immediately transformed into a virtual war zone. Similarly, it's worth noting that the Music Bridge software requires you to hear the PC audio through either the local attached speakers or the remote Music Bridge--you can't listen to both simultaneously, and the software often had trouble toggling from one to the other.
In terms of DRM-free music-streaming solutions, the only real competition for the Linksys is the Logitech Wireless Music System for PC. That rig offers a much easier setup process and a small remote that can pause and skip certain audio applications running on the PC, but it's more expensive. Alternately, our favorite wireless network audio receiver, the Roku SoundBridge M1000, includes a front-panel display and a remote control, but it costs twice as much and lacks the universal compatibility of the Linksys. In the final analysis, it comes down to what you're going to listen to. For those who have a favorite music service or Web radio station that's broadcast in an obscure or proprietary format, the Linksys WMB54G Wireless Music Bridge is a worthwhile option--only the dodgy setup software keeps us from giving it a more enthusiastic recommendation.
User reviews
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Skip the Setup Wizard; it's flawed
by chuckbattle on September 4, 2006
Pros: Bulletproof once connected
Cons: Setup software apparently doen't write to the device's eeprom
Summary: Don't follow the directions on the box that tells you to run the CD setup program first. You will be in for problems. Just go to the Linksys site, ...
Summary: Don't follow the directions on the box that tells you to run the CD setup program first. You will be in for problems. Just go to the Linksys site, find and run "Easy Link Advisor" to secure your network first. Then, in that utility, find the "add a device" section and follow the prompts. Copy down the settings then open the interface browser for the music bridge and fill in the WEP info that "Easy Link Advisor" gives you. That works great, the first time.
I foolishly followed the directions and tried to use the useless wizard for two hours, unsuccessfully. Finally, frustrated, I saw the default internet address listed on the bottom of the device and went to the devise's internet interface screen and saw the WEP information I had been entering and saving, repeatedly, had, apparently, not been laid down on the device by the so-called wizard. I simply entered the WEP information, manually, saved and exited the web interface. Presto, instant, solid connection. No problem.
I had secured my network with 128 bit WEP encrytion via the Linksys "Easy Link Advisor" utility just prior to the music bridge install; that prompted me to look at the web page for it. Otherwise, I don't know how one would know to go there. But, if you follow what "Easy Link Advisor" suggests to do for the device's internet setup interface it will connect up and work like a charm, even with your totally secure wireless network.
The music streams very nicely. The audio is excellent. I find that Windows Media Player ver. 11 streams to the device, automatically, quite nicely. No need to install and learn a new software music program.9 out of 9 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Works as claimed
by sunspot42x on May 14, 2006
Pros: Fairly easy to setup, uses your music players, glitch-free streaming
Cons: Transmits every noise your computer makes, silences your computer speakers, fidelity's not so hot
Summary: The best wireless music player out there for the money. No remote control or display, but you can get remotes for programs like iTunes elsewhere, or fashion your own wireless ...
Summary: The best wireless music player out there for the money. No remote control or display, but you can get remotes for programs like iTunes elsewhere, or fashion your own wireless remote using a PDA if you want something truly powerful. I'm using this with a matching Linksys Wireless G router, and the signal is flawless - I haven't had a single dropout in over a dozen hours of playback to date. The fidelity doesn't seem to be the greatest over the analog outputs - haven't tried the digital connections yet.
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I've used the WMB54G extensively over the past month, and I've grown to enjoy it even more than I did originally. Connected its coaxial output to my harman/kardon receiver for clean, all-digital sound. It's played for hours through several parties at my house without a single glitch, apart from the one time Windows stuttered while burning a CD and streaming audio (can't blame Linksys for that). I've seen it on sale for $70 - at that price it's a steal, especially if your computer is in or near the room where your stereo resides and you don't really need a remote. Highly recommended.Updated
The WMB54G died over the weekend. My router lost contact with it (over an Ethernet cable, no less), and I couldn't make contact even when I connected it directly to my PC with an Ethernet cable.
I've replaced it with an Apple AirPort Express. The AirPort took about 15 minutest to setup, and so far it's working flawlessly. Better really, since I can select what audio I do and don't want to feed to it, both in iTunes as well as in media players like WinAmp and MediaMonkey, thanks to an output plugin that's freely available on the Internet.
Best of all, if I ever replace the AirPort Express with some other media streaming device, I can always use it as a wireless print server, or as a range expander, or as a base station when I'm on the road with a laptop. Costs a little more than the WMB54G, but should resist obsolescence much better.
This whole experience is one more reason why my next PC's gonna be a Mac. Apple more or less gets it. None of the other computer manufactures seem to have the slightest clue anymore.5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Can't get past software setup
by CoryH1 on July 22, 2006
Pros: Hard to find a pro when you can't get it to work
Cons: Could never get the hardware or softward to work
Summary: I had read about the setup snafus, but figured I'd give it a try. I'm not a computer genius, but a reasonably smart guy and can usually manage ...
Summary: I had read about the setup snafus, but figured I'd give it a try. I'm not a computer genius, but a reasonably smart guy and can usually manage my way through technical issues. The configuration seemed to go very well using the config. wizard. My problem was in running the utility - it would apparently install and even indicate that it had installed "sucessfully", but I got an error message any time I tried to open it (By the way, I'm on Windows XP SP2). I don't know if the bridge is supposed to work without an operating utility, but the (supposedly properly configured) bridge would not play audio through my stereo. Spent 3 hours with tech support, including a senior technician. No solution. They wanted me to attempt to install on another computer, but at that point I said "forget it" - it is going back to the store. All told, that is 4 hours I won't get back. I should have just bought the Roku Soundbridge.
4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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The software is erratic
by rratney on June 15, 2006
Pros: Very useful when it's working
Cons: Sometimes I can get sound from my stereo, sometimes not. Same for PC speakers. Sometimes no sound from either.
Summary: The set-up wizard was a dead end. After more than two hours with technical support (in India I think) I got the unit to work.
When putting the unit through ...Summary: The set-up wizard was a dead end. After more than two hours with technical support (in India I think) I got the unit to work.
When putting the unit through its paces I found that I could not switch between the stereo speakers and the PC's speakers. In an EMail exchange with tech support, they said they had never experienced the problem. On my own I discovered that I could make the switch by exiting the music player program (I use Winamp), and then restarting it after I had made the switch on the monitor or the drop down menu. (Another reviewer has reported the same experience.)
Now I find different behavior each time I reboot the computer. Sometimes I can get sound from the stereo, sometimes not. The same is true for sound from the PC's speakers. Sometimes I can't get sound from either. System sounds (like mail notification) sometimes come from the PC while music comes from the stereo, sometimes not at all. The strangest behavior is that I will occasionally get sound from the stereo even though the bridge utility isn't running.
An EMail from tech support said that they don't have a new driver. Maybe they should.4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Versatile, Crisp, Functional, As advertised
by jtowle2001 on January 8, 2007
Pros: Stream music from any PC on network to Ent. Center
Cons: Setup should use your browser to configure device
Summary: Unit can be used as wireless or wired music interface to your LAN (network). Outputs include mini-phono, Line (left/right) Optical and Coaxial. Setup is easy if you know how ...
Summary: Unit can be used as wireless or wired music interface to your LAN (network). Outputs include mini-phono, Line (left/right) Optical and Coaxial. Setup is easy if you know how to connect a browser to the default IP address of 192.168.1.210 - instead of using the setup utility (which works, but the web interface is better).
I'll give it a score of 10 (perfect) for what it is and the price. It works, that's perfection in simple terms. I'm streaming Diana Krall right now, while typing this review, and she sounds as good through the WMB54G as she would if directly connected using a CD player
Get the PDF version of the user guide, and save an ISO of the setup CD or get the setup from Linksys (downloads). When you forget how to setup the unit, they're helpful.
Enjoy.Updated
As mentioned before, configure the device using the default IP address. I have WEP enabled, and let the devices DHCP so when off, and turned on, they work at another location (same WEP code, different network IP base address).
I use one in the garage with amplified speakers, another in a den, another in living room and a 4th goes between homes. I use the digital output on my surround sound system, line outout, and the mini-phono jack will power earphones.
Other issues -- on a home network, multiple devices need to have different names, and set the workgroup name to your LAN network name, and finally when you turn on a computer, it may take up to 5 minutes for the device to appear on the network by name (start/run/cmd then net view to see what's known by name in your workgroup).
Patience when first turning on the units and/or a network computer will payoff. Device visibility isn't instant.
Hope this helps.Updated
As mentioned before, configure the device using the default IP address. I have WEP enabled, and let the devices DHCP so when off, and turned on, they work at another location (same WEP code, different network IP base address).
I use one in the garage with amplified speakers, another in a den, another in living room and a 4th goes between homes. I use the digital output on my surround sound system, line outout, and the mini-phono jack will power earphones.
Other issues -- on a home network, multiple devices need to have different names, and set the workgroup name to your LAN network name, and finally when you turn on a computer, it may take up to 5 minutes for the device to appear on the network by name (start/run/cmd then net view to see what's known by name in your workgroup).
Patience when first turning on the units and/or a network computer will payoff. Device visibility isn't instant.
Hope this helps.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Useful in some situations, but not all
by brian53 on June 7, 2006
Pros: Inexpensive, streams any audio
Cons: Tech support needed for setup, poor connectivity to WiFi
Summary: I bought the Music Bridge after reading all the reviews, positive and negative. Since I'm a technical guy I figured I would get it to work - and I ...
Summary: I bought the Music Bridge after reading all the reviews, positive and negative. Since I'm a technical guy I figured I would get it to work - and I did, eventually.
Here are the basics on this unit:
- It's a "virtual sound card". The sound card in your PC plays music through its speakers; this Bridge uses your WiFi network to "project" your soundcard wirelessly to a remote location.
- The first step is to connect it (using an ethernet cable) to your PC so that you can set it up (it needs to learn about your WiFi network) and plug in the power. Using the install CD to try to setup the unit seems useless; in reading the reviews it seems that the standard install process works for only 1 in 10, and I wasn't that one. The workaround is simple: look on the bottom of the unit. The IP address of the unit is listed there. Type it into your browser (I used IE) (type http://192.168.1.210 ). You'll be prompted for a username (leave it blank) and a password ("admin"). Bam! You're into the setup screen. If you've gotten this far you can probably figure out the setup steps (Change the Bridge's name to something that means to you. Change the Bridge's IP address and click "apply" which restarts the unit. I changed mine to 192.168.0.210 since my D-Link router's using the "0". Also setup SSID and WEP if you use it). To do this you don't absolutely have to have connectivity to the wireless router but if you do you can click "search" to make sure they're talking.
- Once you've setup your Bridge you can disconnect the ethernet cable and move the unit to the stereo. Turn the stereo on and make sure the red and white RCA cables are plugged into whatever input you tune your stereo to (sounds silly, but make sure).
- The rest of the work is done back on your PC by installing the "utility", the software that turns this contraption into the virtual sound card. If you used my workaround above you'll need to go back to the Autoplay of the CD and at the bottom in smaller letters it says "Install Utility". Once you've got the Utility up, click "scan for bridge" and hopefully (if your Bridge is close enough to your WiFi router) the bridge's name will appear. Give it 15-60 seconds after scanning. If it doesn't appear, unplug the bridge from the stereo and put the bridge next to router (eliminate the range issue) and try scanning again.
- Once you get the bridge listed in the table, select it and click "Connect" in the Utility and click "yes" in the popup. This should send sound to the Bridge. If the bridge is in another room and you don't want to crank up the volume, just open a media player on your PC after connecting and see if sound comes out of the PC - silence is good because the sound is being sent to the Bridge.
- You CAN toggle back and forth between the Bridge and your PC's sound card. Simply always open whatever media player you're using AFTER making your choice in the Utility. I.e.: click "Connect" (to the bridge), then open Media Player 10 which will cause MP10 to pick up the Bridge as the virtual sound card. If you want to come back to the PC sound card, CLOSE MP10 then click "Connect to PC's Speaker" then reopen MP10 - sound will now come from your PC's speakers.
- I found that with 40 ft and a couple walls between the router and the Bridge there was intermittent cutouts. Moving the router closer helped but still didn't make the signal perfect; in my non-technical opinion is that the radio in the Bridge is pretty weak.
Summary: My conclusion is that this approach to getting music from the PC to the stereo has too many points of failure - PC, WiFi, Bridge, Stereo - and if any one has an issue then you get no sound. I don't know what the alternative is for me yet, but I'm returning my device even though I got it tow work. It seems to me that for a single person with a PC, Router and Stereo close to each other - like in the same room but where running a wire isn't practical - this Bridge is a great, affordable solution with some minor issues related to setup. However, for a family living in a 2000+ sq.ft. home and with components scattered around the house on multiple floors, this Bridge may not be ideal.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Effortless setup
by rancarl on June 15, 2006
Pros: Works perfectly with XP and Linksys WRT54G router. Price is right.
Cons: Included documentation very incomplete. Wish it had an upgradable antenna.
Summary: I read all the negative reviews here and elsewhere about the WMB54G, but I bought it anyway. I had difficulty believing that Linksys would put its reputation on the line ...
Summary: I read all the negative reviews here and elsewhere about the WMB54G, but I bought it anyway. I had difficulty believing that Linksys would put its reputation on the line with a defective product.
I was also confident because I have a Linksys WRT54G router running under XP, optimal for avoiding compatibility problems. People who co-mingle D-Link, Netgear and Linksys hardware are brave souls.
I wish a had an adventure to share. I just slammed in the setup disk and followed the directions. When the bridge (wired directly to the PC) was found, I rebooted, connected the bridge to my receiver, and hit "connect." Led Zeppelin!
It was so easy, I was a little disappointed. I never had to go into expert mode. I've moved the thing all over the house without a hiccup.
The WRT54G has some limitations, like lack of remote and display, but what do you expect for 80 bucks? Users who complain about hearing bings and boings through their speakers should go to the control panel and turn them off. A beauty of the WMB54G is that it will reliably play any sound your computer is capable of making.
Sound3 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Very poor and unstable software
by alaursen on April 12, 2006
Pros: Hardware works fine via HTTP
Cons: Utility program is a major hack
Summary: I have been waiting for a device that can be added to my wireless network where I can SIMPLY "push" music from any PC to one or more music bridges ...
Summary: I have been waiting for a device that can be added to my wireless network where I can SIMPLY "push" music from any PC to one or more music bridges on my wireless network(attached to speaker systems throughout my home). The oh so typical marketing hype on the Linksys box makes it seem like it was actually done correctly (one PC, multiple devices, separate playlists for each bridge, etc.) but no way! It doesn't even work reliably for a single music bridge, let alone support multiple bridges from one PC (dropouts, lost connections, even though I am a few feet away from the AP). I can ping it or HTTP to the device and log in, but now the utilty cannot "find" it on my network!!!! Go figure. The utility is a real hack job and no one even took five minutes to make sure the "English" prompts were correct! There really should be a law against releasing stuff like this too early and causing hours of frustration on that part of poor suckers like me who believed the glowing hype on the box!
I'll return it and go try the Apple Airport.
I am running Windows XP on a P4 at 3 GHz and a 2-wire AP/router.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Could not be happier with my purchase
by AustinTindall on April 21, 2006
Pros: Installation, software and performance are excellent
Cons: None. But to be picky it could use a display and remote.
Summary: It is rare to be totally satisfied with a purchase. This is one. The WMB54G Music Bridge is excellent. The software installation was a five minute process. I now have ...
Summary: It is rare to be totally satisfied with a purchase. This is one. The WMB54G Music Bridge is excellent. The software installation was a five minute process. I now have the software installed on 3 machines: a destop and two laptops. Plays Itunes protected and Yahoo Music without a hiccup. The sound quality from the optical out to 2 triamplified Meridian digital speakers is spectacular. Distance to the router is 30 feet - and through a concrete wall. Going to retire my Meridian CD player. This is the future: subscription, digital organization and wireless. If it had a display and perhaps its own remote it would deserve a 10. It is that good.
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Turning off WPA and WEP will boost the throughput of your network by 50%. Especially if you do not live in proximity to anyone. Turn off file sharing. Turn off SSID. Enable MAC address filtering : address for the music bridge is 00:16:B6:59:61:A0 Ethernet and 00:16:B6:59:61:A1 802.11G. Advanced features can be accessed by addressing the music bridge through your browser at 192.168.1.210 - however you might want to move this to a static address like 192.168.2.10. You can also adjust the transmission rate, fragmentation threshold and request to send threshold. By right clicking on the tray icon you can also adjust the buffer size for movies, games and music. You can use your computer's sound card and the wireless bridge soundcard simultaneously for different programs. If you open a program on your computer it will use the computer's sound card until closed. Simultaneously you can open the wireless bridge sound card (C-Media Wi-Sonic Wireless Audio) for another application - like Yahoo Music. A+++ Funny how these reviews are all 9's (Spectacular) or 3's.(Poor).Updated
Not that all the reviewers who gave this a 3 or less are intellectually challenged but...what a dichotomy between them and those who gave it a 9!
I find the product flawless. I play it 8-10 hours a day.
Some suggestions: Experiment locally using the Ethernet port and your computer speakers with an adapter from RCA to Mini Din. Then try wireless with the music bridge sitting on your desk next to the router. Try turning off WPA and WEP which will boost the throughput of your network by 50%. You can keep this setting if you do not live in proximity to anyone - especially anyone evil. Turn off SSID. Enable MAC address filtering : address for the music bridge is 00:16:B6:59:61:A0 Ethernet and 00:16:B6:59:61:A1 802.11G. Advanced features can be accessed by addressing the music bridge through your browser at 192.168.1.210 - however you might want to move this to a static address like 192.168.2.10. You can also adjust the transmission rate, fragmentation threshold and request to send threshold. By right clicking on the tray icon you can also adjust the buffer size for movies, games and music. You can use your computer's sound card and the wireless bridge soundcard simultaneously for different programs. If you open a program on your computer it will use the computer's sound card until closed. Simultaneously you can open the wireless bridge sound card for another application - like Yahoo Music. A++++2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Easy to install. Excellent performance
by eed002 on May 28, 2008
Pros: Easy to install.
Cons: None that I could see.
Summary: The product was easy to install. Just follow the directions. The sound quality is great, and the user interface is easy. I had no problem switching from PC speakers to ...
Summary: The product was easy to install. Just follow the directions. The sound quality is great, and the user interface is easy. I had no problem switching from PC speakers to WMB54G speakers. I was up and running in under 5 minutes. This product rocks...
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Linksys Inc.
- Part number: WMB54G
- Description: The Linksys Wireless-G Music Bridge lets you bring the digital music streaming to or stored on your computer to your Home Entertainment Center, without running cables through the house. Using a wireless connection, the Music Bridge finally frees your digital music collection from those little computer speakers to play in full glory through your stereo or surround sound system. The Wireless-G Music Bridge sits by your home stereo and connects to it using standard consumer electronics cables. Then it connects to your home network by Wireless-G wireless networking, or if you prefer, it can be connected via standard 10/100 Ethernet cabling. The included software creates a virtual sound system in your PC, which sends the audio output of any application to the Music Bridge and the stereo system. Use your favorite media player to play your music, and listen in the comfort of the living room. Let the Linksys Wireless-G Music Bridge bring your digital music out into the living room for the whole family to enjoy.
General
- Product Type Network audio player
- Width 5.6 in
- Depth 3.8 in
- Height 5.1 in
- Weight 8.1 oz
Audio System
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Built-in Display None
- Digital Storage Media None
Connectors
- Coaxial Digital Output Yes
- Optical Digital Output Yes
Network Player
- Network player type Network audio player
- Network player functionality Digital audio playback, Internet radio playback
- Connectivity Wireless / wired
- Connectivity protocols IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi), IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet), IEEE 802.3u (Fast Ethernet)
Microphone
- Type None
Remote Control
- Remote Control None
Remote Control (2nd)
- Type None
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Network ( RJ-45 ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Rear, 1 x DC power input - Rear
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Software kit
- Cables Included Network cable, Audio cable
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 3 years warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 3 years
Manufacturer info
- Linksys Inc.
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- Website: http://www.linksys.com/
- Address:
17401 Armstrong Ave.
Irvine CA 92614 - Phone: 949-261-1288
- Email: support@linksys.com
- Fax: 949-823-3002
