Introduction of Arylic Up2Stream AMP2.1 Board

Up2Stream AMP2.1 is a WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0 amplifier with subwoofer output board that can be applied into your existing regular audio system to make it wireless enabled, and it is also a all-in-one solution for DIYers to make their customized wireless audio system. After connecting the device to your home network, with our 4STREAM app, you can play music from your home NAS, USB pen drive, cell phone memory or from online streaming services like Spotify, Deezer, Tidal, Qobuz and so on. The wireless multiroom audio system can play the same music to each room in sync or play different music to different rooms.

What's in the box

Specification

Interface

1. Power Button
2. DGND, MICIN, AGND
3. Line-in
4. LINE-INR, AGND, LINE-INL, DGND
5. GND, B1, BO, SPDIF
6. Mirco USB
7. USB, Ethernet RJ45
8. Speaker-Out (R+,R-,L+,L-,SW+,SW-)
9. DC-IN
10. GND, VIN
11. Volume control knob
12. Tone control knob
13. Bass control knob
14. +5V, GND
15. LED
16. D3.3V, GND, WPS, LINE-LED, USB-LED, BT-LED, WIFI-LED, ADC-KEY, IR
17. IR
18. WiFi Antenna
19. WiFi Module
20. GPIO, STB, MUTE, GND
21. Bluetooth Antenna
22. Onboard Bluetooth Antenna

• 1. Power Button: Short press to power off and on; When in WiFi mode, long press (press and hold the button for more than 5 seconds) to reset WiFi settings and enter the paring mode; When in Bluetooth mode, long press to terminate current connection.
  Hold Power button then plug in the power can force the device to enter WiFi mode. If you have setup router connection before, the device will auto connect to that router.
• 11. Volume control knob: Short press to switch input mode: Wifi, BT, USB, Line in, USB.
• 12. Tone control knob: Short press to reset treble level to 0, long press 5sec to increase crossover frequency by 10Hz. (Crossover frequency range from 80-200Hz)
• 13. Bass control knob: Short press to reset bass level to 0, long press 5sec to decrease crossover frequency by 10Hz. (Crossover frequency range from 80-200Hz)
  Further Notes
• 02. PH2.0-4P: DGND, MICIN, AGND, MIC2IN: This is reserved for future use.
• 04. PH2.0-4P: LINE-INR, AGND, LINE-INL, DGND: For analog input to up2stream amp 2.1 board, it has the same signal as the 3.5mm Aux jack.
• 05. PH2.0-4P: GND, B1, B0, SPDIF: This is reserved for external SPDIF input. B1, B0 is for testing.
• 10. PH2.0-2P: GND, VIN: This is for DC-IN.
• 14. PH2.0-2P: +5V, GND: This is a 5V output.
• 16. PH2.0-9P: D3.3V, GND, WPS, LINE-LED, USB-LED, BT-LED, WIFI-LED, ADC-KEY, IR: You should connect 3.3V to a current limit resister and then to LED and then to the pin.
  The LED pins are used to extend the LED and are common-anode connected.
  WPS is for wifi reset function.
  ADC-KEY is used for external buttons, refer to the circuit on the right for key definitions.
  IR is used for extend IR receiver.
• 20. PH2.0-4P: GPIO, STB, MUTE, GND: Reserved for debug.

Description

The Arylic Up2Stream AMP2.1 Board is engineered with an emphasis on aesthetics and utility. The small design facilitates seamless integration into current configurations while minimizing spatial occupation. The board is constructed with premium components, guaranteeing dependable performance and durability.
Users can manage the board with the Arylic app, accessible on both iOS and Android platforms, facilitating effortless management over playback settings, volume modifications, and additional features from their devices.

Connection Diagram of Arylic Up2Stream AMP2.1 Board

Setup Guide

To set up the Arylic Up2Stream AMP2.1 Board, follow these steps:

1. Connect the board to your amplifier or speakers using the provided RCA cables.
2. Power on the board and connect it to your Wi-Fi network using the Arylic app.
3. Pair your device with the board via Bluetooth if preferred.
4. Configure any additional settings such as subwoofer output or audio codec preferences through the app.

How To Use

App download

• Download the 4STREAM application from App Store for iOS based devices and Google Play Store for Android based devices. 
• The application supports English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portugese, Korean, Simplified Chinese,Traditional Chinese and Japanese

First-time usage & WiFi Setup:

1. Hold the POWER button then plug in the power cable.
2. The LED light will start flashing, release the button and wait till the LED flash slowly.
3. Goto your mobile WiFi settings and search for SoundSystem_xxxx WiFi and connect.
   • If you cannot find SoundSystem connection, long press the POWER button for 5 secs and then refresh your mobile’s WiFi listing.
4. Open 4Stream APP and there will be 2 options: Direct Mode & Add Device.
5. Direct Mode: If you don’t have router, please choose direct mode. After connected, you can play music store in your mobile.
6. Add Device: After you choose add device, select the router SSID you want your Up2stream device connect to (enter password if required) and select continue.
7. Once connected, you can change the name of the device. You can select a preset one or enter your own.
8. After you define the name of the device, you will see it appears in the device list in 4stream app and now you can start streaming music. 
   • If you change to another router, or the password of the connected router has been changed, please long press POWER button for 5 secs in WiFi mode to reset the connection.
   • Hold POWER button then plug in the power can force the device to enter WiFi mode. If you have setup router connection before, the device will auto connect to that router.

Attention for  Android users
Different brand mobile phones may ask you to allow to use SoundSystem WiFi network, please choose yes, if not, you may not able to set up successfully . It may also ask you to authorize other things, please choose yes or it may affect your use. 

Connection via LAN 

Plug in the wired cable to the RJ45 Ethernet, the device will show on the app in about 10 seconds. (Note: the cell phone and the device must be in the same network) 

Bluetooth 

To use bluetooth ,please swtich to bluetooth via app or by remote controller,then find bluetooth device SoundSystem_XXXX from your phone bluetooth setting and pair it .

USB audio

Power up and connect the Up2Stream AMP to your PC with USB cable (make sure it’s a data cable including the signal wires). The PC will automatically discover a USB sound card, and when you activated it as the system main output, the PC will send the audio output over Up2Stream AMP in digital (44.1KHz/16bits).
You can stream to other Up2Stream devices over multiroom connection. 

NOTE: there’s about 3 seconds delay for multiroom slave devices.

Up2Stream DSP Audio Effects Tool (Sell Separately) 

Connect the Up2Stream device to your PC with USB cable (make sure it’s a data cable including the signal wires). And open the program Up2Stream DSP Tool (only support Windows.), and you can tune audio effects conveniently, including Music Noise Suppressor, Virtual Bass, Stereo Widener, Exciter, 10 bands EQ, etc. After editing the audio effects, you can save the changes to the device so the tuned effects will remain. You can get more information from our website www.arylic.com，or from the Up2Stream DSP Tool manual. 

Firmware update

The application will notify you in-app when there is a new firmware version available. It's recommended to update firmware whenever available as this might not only correct bugs or improve security,but also can add new features or services.

Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions include:

• Connection Issues: Ensure that your device and board are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Restart both devices if necessary.
• No Sound Output: Check that all cables are securely connected and that volume levels are not muted on either device or through the app.
• Interference: Move other wireless devices away from the board to reduce interference.

Instructions and warnings include ensuring proper ventilation around the board to avoid overheating and avoiding exposure to direct sunlight or moisture.

Arylic Up2Stream AMP2.1 Board Pros & Cons

Pros

• High-quality audio streaming capabilities
• Easy setup and configuration process
• Compact design suitable for various installations
• Support for multiple streaming services and audio codecs
• User-friendly app control

Cons

• Limited wattage output compared to larger amplifiers
• No built-in DAC; requires external DAC for optimal performance
• Potential for wireless interference if not properly positioned

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Arylic Up2Stream AMP2.1 Board for its ease of use and excellent sound quality. However, some have noted that it may require additional components like an external DAC to achieve optimal performance.

Common complaints include minor issues with connectivity stability and occasional drops in signal strength when using Wi-Fi.