» Linksys Wireless-B Music System WMLS11B
Linksys Wireless-B Music System WMLS11B Details
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Brand: Linksys
EAN: 0745883559282
Feature: Connects your stereo system to a Wireless-B (802.11b) network
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Label: Linksys
Manufacturer: Linksys
Model: WMLS11B
Publisher: Linksys
Studio: Linksys
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Linksys Wireless-B Music System WMLS11B Features
- Connects your stereo system to a Wireless-B (802.11b) network
- Supports 5.1 channel audio through optical audio connection
- Select songs, lists, and services on the built-in display with the easy-to-use remote control
- Includes high-quality detachable powered "bookshelf" speakers
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Linksys Wireless-B Music System WMLS11B Reviews
Customer Rating:
Summary: It is old technology but...
Comment: It does the work well... You might need to buy subscription for full blown functionality.
Other then that, make sure your internet radio stations broadcasts MP3 compatible format as this device can not handle anything else - to my big disappointment. Unfortunately almost all of my radios runs ACC format. But it is only my fault, I should read user manual first... Also, it is unclear how to run Rhapsody on this unit w/o PC on the background
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great for what it is
Comment: If one takes the time to do a little research on this product and upgrade the firmware you would find this a great radio for the money. I bought 3 units and have them scattered around the house, hooked into my wireless network. I'm very happy with them, they do what I desired which is to listen to internet radio. No problems updating the firmware, no problems getting them onto my wireless network. I'm happy with the sound of the speakers, I have one unit hooked into my stereo system One day I'll probably buy one of those $300+ units out there but for now I have more internet radio stations that I need
Customer Rating:
Summary: Nice device, but only after fiddling around.
Comment: This product depends upon a media server application. The installation CD comes with MusicMatch Jukebox, which doesn't work anymore since MusicMatch is out of business. You can use other media servers (Microsoft Media Player, for instance), and it somewhat works. If the reason you bought this, however, is for internet radio, Media Player doesn't help. Your best bet is to go to www.linksysradio.com, download their replacement firmware, and use their Super Internet Radio Tuning Service. It updates the station list on the device and let's you tune in to stations without having to use a separate computer to run a media server. You can still use something like Microsoft Media Player if you wprefer to access music that resides on your computer.
In summary, (a) don't bother trying to get the out-of-the-box software to work, (b) use www.linksysradio.com (run by vTuner) to upgrade the firmware, (c) buy Super Internet Radio Tuning Service ($20-30) from vTuner if you want internet radio, (d) use Windows Media Player if you want to play stuff that's already on your computer.
You can find new units for $25-30 if you look around. If that's what you'll pay, it is worth having. On the other hand, if you have to pay $100 for the unit, I wouldn't recommend it.
Customer Rating:
Summary: WMLS11B - General
Comment: Ok, if you buy this item be aware that its limited to mp3 audio delivery. Also, you must upgrade to the latest bios on the system otherwise is very limited.
To receive other radio station you need to purchase access to the radio software.
Also, you should join the yahoo group for this radio.
Outside that, the setup is easy (if you follow the instructions). Radio output is ok, it sound more boxy that anything else even if you change the output quality.
Its ok for this inexpensive radio.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Works good for me
Comment: All I needed was to play 2 mp3 web stations. Once I found the URL's and loaded them into the Favorites it started playing the stations just fine. I like the fact that you can wirelessly load the URL's. I also upgraded the firmware to ver. 1.0.9 and it gave more room for favorites.
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Editorial Review for Linksys Wireless-B Music System WMLS11B:
The Linksys Wireless-B Music System lets you bring the digital music stored on your computer to your Home Entertainment Center, without running cables through the house. Using a wireless connection, the Music System finally frees your digital music collection from those little computer speakers to play in full glory through your stereo system.The Wireless-B Music System sits by your home stereo and connects to it using standard consumer electronics cables. Then it connects to your home network by Wireless-B (802.11b) wireless networking, or if you prefer, it can be connected via standard 10/100 Ethernet cabling. Using the included remote control and the built-in LCD menus, you can browse your MP3 or WMA formatted music collection on your home PCs by title, artist, album, genre, or playlist. Or, access the Rhapsody Digital Music service (free trial included) to listen to over 450, 000 songs on demand, create custom playlists and radio stations, and burn mixed CDs on your PC. You can also tune into thousands of Internet radio stations from over 100 different countries around the world.Choose the music you want, and let the Wireless-B Music System play it through your living room stereo. Or, with its small but powerful detachable speakers, it can also act as your portable digital music "boombox". Carry the Music System around the house and have access to your entire music collection, and your favorite Internet radio stations, anywhere within range of your wireless network - the kitchen, den, even out on the patio by the pool.Let the Linksys Wireless-B Music System bring digital music out into the living room for the whole family to enjoy.