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Table of Contents Mondo Alto User Guide Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety and Care Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warnings .
Mondo Alto User Guide Table of Contents Master Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Network Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Firmware Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radio Info / Change Radio Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Mondo Alto User Guide Features Thank you for purchasing the Grace Digital Mondo Alto. Your Mondo Alto comes with everything you need to enjoy music in your home. • • • • • • Easy network set up wizard to connect to a wired or wireless network Large color display to show station and album artwork Powerful full room sound with equalizer settings Set multiple alarms, sleep, and snooze timers on the integrated clock 100 presets and save hundreds more in your ‘My Stuff’ folder Use Wi-Fi 802.
Mondo Alto User Guide Introduction Safety and Care Information IMPORTANT! Always read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and/or damage to your device. Grace Digital disclaims all responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair, or other causes. • Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 140°F or below -4°F, or above 60°C or below -20°C). • • • • Do not expose to moisture. Do not use device near or in water.
Introduction Mondo Alto User Guide WARNING!! • • • • Opening the case may result in electric shock. Make sure that you insert the plug all the way into the outlet. Do not touch the device with wet hands. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (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.
Introduction Mondo Alto User Guide What's in the Box? Mondo Alto AC Power Adapter Remote Control AAA AAA 2 Remote Batteries 7
Introduction Mondo Alto User Guide Mondo Alto Controls Volume / Mute Knob Turn to adjust the volume; press down to mute and un-mute audio. Front View Rear View Display Screen Context Sensitive Buttons These buttons change their functions according to the context. Press to select the function shown on the display screen just above the button. Power/Standby Button Press to turn On/Standby. Home Button Press to toggle between the Home Menu / Now Playing screen.
Mondo Alto User Guide Introduction Remote Control Power/Standby Button Press to turn On/Standby. Mute Button Press to silence the audio. EQ, Alarm, Sleep, Snooze Home Button Press to display the Home screen. Back Button Press to return back to the previous display screen. 1-10 Number Buttons Press and hold to set the station you are currently listening to. Press to play a previously saved station. See "My Stuff Folder, Web Portal Registration (Optional)" to save more favorite stations.
Installation Mondo Alto User Guide Connect to a Wireless Network The easiest way to connect to a wireless network is to have the Mondo Alto scan for wireless networks, and then choose your wireless network from the list of wireless networks. The Mondo Alto will automatically display the strongest Wi-Fi network at the top of the list. However, if your wireless network name (SSID) is hidden, or if your network is DHCP disabled, you’ll have to manually enter the network settings.
Installation Mondo Alto User Guide Manually Connecting to a Wireless Network (Optional) To manually connect to a wireless network, you’ll need to know the SSID (wireless network name), password, and type of encryption, and also may need additional information about your wireless network if it is not DHCP enabled: SSID (wireless network name) Password Encryption (None, WPA-PSK) IP (Address for the Mondo Alto) Mask (Network Mask IP Address) Gateway (Gateway IP Address) DNS (Primary Name Server IP Address)
Installation Mondo Alto User Guide 9. Enter the Gateway IP Address in the same way. 10. Enter the DNS IP Address in the same way. 11. When all the information has been entered, turn the Tune Knob to highlight Connect and press the Tune Knob. 12. The Mondo Alto will attempt to connect to the wireless network, and will display “Connected successfully” if the connection to the wireless network was successful.
Home Screen Icons Mondo Alto User Guide The Home screen provides access to the different functions of the Mondo Alto. You can navigate the Home screen by pressing Home, turning the Tune Knob to highlight an item, and pressing the Tune Knob to select. Select Free and Pay Music Services / Multi-Room Search and Play Your Favorite Radio Stations Play Music From a UPnP Media Server / Thumb Drive Menu for Network Connection, Bluetooth, Back Light, Clock, Master Alarm settings, Equalization, etc.
Navigation Basics Mondo Alto User Guide Power Button The Power Button turns the Mondo Alto on or places it in Standby Mode. Also press to turn an alarm off. Volume Knob The Volume Knob is multifunction: you can turn it clockwise or counter-clockwise and press it. Turn: Turning the Volume Knob clockwise or counter-clockwise increases or decreases the volume of the audio. Press: Press the Volume Knob inward to mute and un-mute the audio.
Mondo Alto User Guide Chromecast built-in™ With Chromecast built into your Mondo Alto, you can stream your favorite music from your phone, tablet or laptop right to your speakers. Easily control your speakers with hundreds of apps you already know and love from your iPhone®, iPad®, Android™ phone or tablet, Mac® or Windows® laptop, or Chromebook.
Chromecast built-in™ Mondo Alto User Guide NOTE: Multi-room group creation functionality is only available on iOS and Android. This feature is not supported from the Chrome browser. However, you can still stream to a group from Chrome. For additional tips and troubleshooting please view the Google Home app or Google support at https://support.google.
Chromecast built-in™ Mondo Alto User Guide Commonly Used Voice Commands to Control Your Internet Radio To do this...
Audio Sources Mondo Alto User Guide In addition to being able to play music via Chromecast-enabled apps, you can also play music via Bluetooth, USB drives, UPnP media players, the aux in jack, as well as the music services directly on the radio. To play a music service on the radio, you can select the appropriate music service or Grace Digital radio service by using the front panel controls, the infra-red remote control, or the free Android or iPhone apps.
Mondo Alto User Guide Audio Sources Bluetooth Transmission to a Bluetooth Headphone: The Mondo Alto can also play music through Bluetooth enabled headphones / earbuds. 1. Make sure that your Bluetooth device is turned on and ready to pair. (If you are not familiar with Bluetooth pairing for your Bluetooth headphones, or other Bluetooth enabled device, refer to its user guide.) 2. On the Mondo Alto, press the Home Button and turn the Tune Knob to highlight Settings. Press the Tune Knob to select. 3.
Audio Sources Mondo Alto User Guide Playing Music from a USB Hard Drive Connect your USB hard drive to the Mondo Alto. If your drive requires more power, you may want to use a USB powered hub in between the Mondo Alto and the USB hard drive, then select ‘Media Player,’ then select ‘USB,’ then you will be able to navigate and play your music using the Tune Knob. UPnP Media Servers The Mondo Alto will play music from network connected UPnP or DNLA media servers.
Mondo Alto User Guide Amazon Music Service Enable Amazon Music Service The Mondo Alto comes with an Amazon Music app. You will need either an Amazon Prime subscription or an Amazon Music Unlimited subscription to enable the Amazon Music service on your Mondo Alto. To Enable the Amazon Music service, follow the steps below: 1. Press Home and turn the Tune Knob to highlight Audio Services. Press the Tune Knob to select. 2. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight Amazon. Press the Tune Knob to select.
Amazon Music Service 6. If the setup is successful, the, "Success!" screen will appear, stating that your registration is complete. 7. On the Mondo Alto, return to the Amazon Music App and turn the Tune Knob to search for music and press the Tune Knob to select and play. Happy listening.
Mondo Alto User Guide Pandora Music Service Enable Pandora Music Service The Mondo Alto comes with an Pandora music app. You will need a Pandora account to enable the Pandora music service on your Mondo Alto. To Enable the Pandora music service, follow the steps below: 1. Press Home and turn the Tune Knob to highlight Audio Services. Press the Tune Knob to select. 2. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight Pandora. Press the Tune Knob to select. Take note of the code that appears on your screen.
Pandora Music Service 6. Enter your email and password, then click Lookup Account. If the setup is successful, the, "All done" screen will appear, stating that your radio is ready to use Pandora. 7. On the Mondo Alto, press Home, turn the Tune Knob to highlight Pandora, and press the Tune Knob to select. There you can turn the Tune Knob to search for music and press the Tune Knob to select and play. Happy listening.
Mondo Alto User Guide Multi-Room Mode To play the same Chromecast built-in audio to multiple Mondo Alto internet radios please see the Chromecast built-in section. To play the same audio (other than Chromecast built-in audio) on multiple Mondo Alto internet radios in your home or office you can create groups using the free Grace Controller apps for Android or iPhone. Please download the Grace controller apps on Google Play or the Apple app store and follow the instructions on the respective apps.
Settings Mondo Alto User Guide Alarm Clock and Time Options Clock set-up option has several selections: 24-Hour Time: This option sets the time format to a 12 or 24 hour format. Alarm Clock: The Mondo Alto has seven alarm clocks, each of which can be configured differently. Refer to “Setting Alarm Clock” for information about the alarm clock. Timezone: This option sets the Mondo Alto to the timezone for your area. The radio will automatically adjust for daylight saving time.
Mondo Alto User Guide Settings To Select the Timezone: 1. Press the Home Button and turn the Tune Knob to highlight Settings. Press the Tune Knob to select. 2. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight Alarm Clock and Time Options and press the Tune Knob to select. 3. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight a timezone and press the Tune Knob to select. A checkmark in the box next to the timezone indicates the selected timezone.
Settings Mondo Alto User Guide 2. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight an alarm from the list and press the Enable Alarm, Disable Alarm, or Remove Alarm Button. An advisory message will be displayed confirming the action selected. To Cancel an Alarm: An upcoming alarm can be cancelled so that it does not sound. If the cancelled alarm has been configured as a repeating alarm, it will be reset to sound at the following scheduled time. 1. Press and hold the Home Button when in Standby Mode for 2 seconds.
Mondo Alto User Guide Settings 3. Turn the Tune Knob and highlight Alarm Auto Off Enabled and press the Tune Knob to select. 4. Press the Tune Knob to enable Alarm Auto Off (when the box has a checkmark in it), or disable (when the box does not have a checkmark in it). 5. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight Alarm Duration and press the Tune Knob to select. 6. Turn the Tune Knob to adjust the chosen Alarm Duration and press the Tune Knob to select. (The default duration is 1 hour.
Settings Mondo Alto User Guide 2. Alternately you can also select a custom amount of sleep time. Press the Snooze / Sleep Timer Button and turn the Tune Knob to configure the amount of time, hours first and then minutes. Turn the Tune Knob to select the time and press the Tune Knob to confirm. 3. To change the default Sleep time of 5 minutes, press the Home Button and turn the Tune Knob to highlight Settings and press the Tune Knob.
Mondo Alto User Guide Advanced Features Equalization Settings You can adjust the equalization of the Mondo Alto (EQ) to adjust for room acoustics and your listening preferences. You can optimize your audio profile using the integrated 5 band equalizer, or you can select a Preset such as Rock, Jazz, etc. To Change Equalization: If you want to select an Equalization Preset, do the following: 1. Press Home, then select Settings, then turn the Tune Knob to highlight Equalization.
Advanced Features Mondo Alto User Guide In Deep Sleep mode all functions are disabled including the alarm, remote, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and Bluetooth connections. This reduces power consumption and is especially helpful when utilizing the Optional battery (sold separately). Since all operations are turned off you will not be able to see the radio on your network or turn it back on with the infrared remote control. For typical daily use Deep Sleep mode is not suggested or needed.
Mondo Alto User Guide Advanced Features Radio Info / Change Radio Name The Info option displays information about the Mondo Alto serial number and software version. 1. Press the Home Button and turn the Tune Knob to highlight Settings. Press the Tune Knob to select. 2. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight Info and press the Tune Knob to select. The information will be displayed. You can change the name of your radio by selecting Radio Info then highlight and select Device Name.
Advanced Features Mondo Alto User Guide To Set the Display Brightness: 1. Press the Home Button and turn the Tune Knob to highlight Settings. Press the Tune Knob to select. 2. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight Display Settings and press the Tune Knob to select. 3. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight Display Brightness and press the Tune Knob to select. 4. Turn the Tune Knob and highlight Active, Inactive, or Standby and press the Tune Knob to select. 5.
Mondo Alto User Guide Advanced Features Clock Color: Allows the ability to change the default clock color from Blue to Red or Gray, when in Standby Mode. Red is the color that sleep experts often recommend for the best night's sleep. 1. Press the Home Button and turn the Tune Knob to highlight Settings. Press the Tune Knob to select. 2. Turn the Tune Knob to highlight Display Settings and press the Tune Knob to select. 3.
Mondo Alto Speaker (Optional) Mondo Alto User Guide Mondo Alto Speaker - Front View Mondo Alto Internet Radio - Front View Mondo Alto Speaker - Rear View Mondo Alto Internet Radio - Rear View Push / Release, Spring-Loaded, Speaker In Jacks Connect to the optional, external Mondo Alto speaker. Push / Release, Spring-Loaded, Speaker Out Jacks Connect to the optional, external Mondo Alto speaker.
Mondo Alto User Guide Mondo Alto Speaker (Optional) The Mondo Alto internet radio can be connected to an additional, external speaker. The Mondo Alto speaker (purchase separately) has been designed for this purpose. To connect the Mondo Alto speaker to the Mondo Alto internet radio, follow the steps below: 1. Find the Speaker Out Jacks on the rear side of the Mondo Alto internet radio and the Speaker In Jacks on the rear side of the Mondo Alto speaker. 2. Use the provided cables to connect the two units.
Troubleshooting Mondo Alto User Guide Your Mondo Alto has been designed and built to be trouble-free but if you experience a problem, here’s some troubleshooting hints. If you see this on the screen: Try this: Initializing Network • The Mondo Alto is attempting to connect to your network. If this message is displayed more than one minute, make sure your network is connected to the Internet.
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Product Specifications Mondo Alto User Guide Mondo Alto Dimensions:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.26 in (W) X 10.12 in (H) X 5.59 in (D) 159 mm (W) x 257 mm (H) x 142 mm (D) Weight:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg) Power Adapter Input:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.0 A Output:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mondo Alto User Guide Detail Streaming Support Protocols Supported Audio Codecs Supported Container Formats • MP3 • WAV • AAC • M4A • FLAC • OGG • LPCM/WAV/AIFF • AIFF • ALAC Supported Protocols • WMA, WMA9 • SHOUTcast • Ogg Vorbis • HTTPS Supported Playlist • WMA streaming • ASX • RTSP/SDP • M3U • PLS • WPL 41
Detail Audio Codec Support Mondo Alto User Guide Supported MP3 encoding parameters • Sampling rates [kHz]: 32, 44.1, 48 • Resolution [bits]: 16 • Bit rate [kbps]: 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320, VBR • Channels: stereo, joined stereo, mono • MP3PRO playback • MP3 File extensions: *.mp3 • Decoding of ID3v1, ID3v2, MP3 ID tags including optional album art in .
Mondo Alto User Guide Detail Audio Codec Support • Tag names decoded: TITLE, ALBUM, ARTIST, GENRE. NOTE: ID3v2 tags for native FLAC and FLAC containers are out of standard but should be supported if placed at the beginning of a file, see the FLAC-FAQ. • Gapless FLAC Supported Uncompressed LPCM , WAV, AIFF encoding parameters • Sampling rates [kHz]: 44.1, 48, 96, 192 • Resolution [bits]: 16, 24 • Channels: stereo, mono • Gapless LPCM, WAV, adnd AIFF • Supported file name extensions: *.wav,*.aiff, *.aif.
Detail Audio Codec Support Mondo Alto User Guide Supported WMA encoding parameters • Sampling rates [kHz]: 32, 44.1, 48 • Resolution [bits]: 16 • Bit rate [kbps]: 48, 64, 96, 128, 192 • Channels: stereo, mono • The audio player supports reading of wma content stored in native wma files. Supported file name extensions: *.wma • The audio player supports extraction of ASF metadata from native wma files. Supported ALAC encoding parameters • Sampling rates [kHz]: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.
Mondo Alto User Guide Environmental Information Follow local guidelines for waste disposal when discarding packaging, electronic appliances, and batteries. Your Radio is packaged with cardboard, polyethylene, etc., and does not contain any unnecessary materials. WARNING!: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
FCC Statement Mondo Alto User Guide The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sirius XM Radio Inc. can void the user’s authority to operate this device. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Mondo Alto User Guide Important Legal Information End User License Agreement (EULA) Terms and Conditions (1) End User will have only a non-exclusive, nontransferable license to use the software embedded (Licensed Software) in the GRACE DIGITAL product (Licensed Product), and hence the license is restricted to the scope of the use in the Licensed Product.
Important Legal Information Mondo Alto User Guide (vi) The license of the End User to use the Cloud Server terminates with the abandonment of the ownership in the Licensed Product. Data Processing for activation and auditing purpose (vii) End User acknowledges that SUE is entitled to audit the proper use of the Licensed Software by the End User, in order to detect any illegal or otherwise irregular use of the Licensed Software (e.g.
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