Roku Network Music Player Browsing by Artist or Composer, Browsing by Song, Browsing by Genre

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tracks #5–#10 will play. (For continuous playback of the entire album, press Repeat [] on your remote control — the album will play until the end, then start again at the beginning.)

You can also browse to an album, artist or genre selection and press Play [] to start playing the entire contents of the selected category.

If you are not sure what you have selected to play, simply press the down arrow from your “Now Playing” screen (the screen that displays the currently playing song). This is a shortcut to the Song Queue, which shows your upcoming songs (see upcoming section).

Hint: If you navigate to a new song and press Play while your original selection is playing, you will overwrite the old selection (called the “Song Queue”) and begin playing your new selection. Therefore you should only press Play when you want to clear your previous music selections. Use the Add [+] button to add your new selection to the end of your Song Queue.

Browsing by Artist or Composer

Browsing by artist or composer works similarly to browsing by Album, as described above. After entering your desired artist or album, you will see a screen that lists the albums available by that artist:

Ë<Show all matching songs>

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You can add all songs by this artist to your existing Song Queue by pressing Add [+] while the first menu item <Show all matching songs> is active. Or, press Play [] to play all songs by this artist and replace your existing Song Queue. (Songs will play in the order they appear on each album, with each album played in alphabetical order).

Hint: Artist names starting with “the,” such as The Beatles, will be found under the first letter of the word following “the” — in this case, “B” for “Beatles”.

You can choose specific albums or songs to play by navigating down to your desired album and pressing Add [+] to add to an existing Song Queue, or Play to replace an existing Song Queue.

Hint: if your selected album contains songs by different artists, such as compilation

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albums or movie soundtracks, only the song(s) by your selected artist will be played.

 

Browse by Album instead to play all the tracks.)

 

Browsing by Song

Browsing by song displays a list of all the songs in your music library, listed in alphabetical order. Use the Left/Right ◁ ▷ arrows to “fast browse” through the list, or up/down △ ▽ to move through the list one item at a time.

Browsing by Genre

Browsing by genre displays an alphabetical listing of genres that describe the artists in your music library. To add all songs within a genre to your Song Queue, highlight that Genre and press Add.

To browse within a genre, such as Hip Hop/Rap, press Select on your desired genre. You will see a list of artists in that genre, with the option to see a list of all albums in that genre. Or you can navigate to an artist and press Select to view albums of the selected genre by that artist.

Hint: Information about your music, including Song Name, Artist, Album, and Genre is usually created automatically by the software you used to save your audio CD files on your computer’s hard drive (aka “ripping”). This process creates data called “ID3 tags” to describe each track. If this data is missing from your audio files, they will not appear when you browse by that data category. If you need to edit your ID3 tags, or if you are not satisfied with the description of genres (or other data) assigned to your music file, it is possible to edit that data in iTunes, Windows Media Player or other supported music jukebox programs. (In iTunes, select the file(s) to edit, click on File/Get info, then click on the Info tab.)

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Section 2: Browsing Music

Section 2: Browsing Music

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Contents SoundBridge Network Music Player Register Your SoundBridge Download the Latest User Guide Run the Latest SoftwareTable of Contents Getting Started What Is a Music Server?Music Server Software Requirements SoundBridge Has Two UI ModesInstalling Windows Media Connect Installing a Compatible Music ServerInstalling Firefly Media Server Installing iTunesII. Enabling Music Sharing IV. Hooking Up Your Speakers or Stereo System Wireless ConnectionEthernet Connection VI. Using Your Remote Control Connecting SoundBridge to AC PowerNo Music Libraries Found Why? System Configuration VII. Establishing a Network ConnectionIX. Checking for the Latest Software VIII. Setting Display PreferencesWall or Under-Cabinet Mounting optional Browsing Music Choosing Your Music Library Remote Control Quick ReferenceName Action Home Menu Overview Home MenuButton Name Action Playlists BrowseBrowsing Your Music by Album Browsing by Song Browsing by Artist or ComposerBrowsing by Genre Show all matching songs MedusaBuilding a Song Queue Song QueueErasing a Song Queue Playing a Playlist Additional Playback OptionsRepeat and Shuffle Search OptionsRecalling Presets PresetsEditing Presets Using the Web Interface Internet Radio My Favorites Browse Play Preset Show Now PlayingBrowsing Internet Radio Stations To hear and press Play or Select twice to begin playbackCustomizing Favorites and Presets for Internet Radio Saving Stations Originating in iTunes to Presets Memorizing a Radio Playlist Playing Stations Saved as My Favorites or PresetsPlayback Limitations of Internet Radio Streams Discovering More Internet Radio StationsSoundBridge Web Interface PresetsLaunching the Roku Web Interface Now PlayingStatus ConfigurationSettings When YOU are Finished Using SoundbridgeMusic Visualizer Settings Brightness & Time Format While in Standby11749 PM Monday, April 17 Clock SettingsStandby and Reboot Options Language SetupProgramming a Universal Remote Control WMA Lossless TranscodingSafe Mode Options for System ConfigurationRoku Control Protocol RCP Geeks Read ThisAppendix 1A Menus Overview Multiple Wi-Fi Networks Wi-Fi Setup InstructionsSong lists and the Song Queue screen On your Now Playing screenTroubleshooting Wi-Fi Setup Apple AirPort PC Users Appendices Linksys WAP54G Netgear WG602 Customer Support ITunes Disclaimer Roku SoundBridge Limited WarrantyRoku Software License Third Party License InformationFCC Registration and Requirements FCC Warnings and Safety InformationFCC Rules, Part Important Safety InstructionsCanada Class B Statement User/Installer Caution Safety/Regulatory InformationEuropean Community FCC Radiation Exposure StatementPage 06-SB00-UG0829

Network Music Player specifications

The Roku Network Music Player is a versatile and innovative streaming device designed to enhance your audio experience at home. As part of the Roku ecosystem, this player efficiently integrates with other Roku devices, making it a valuable addition for anyone looking to enjoy high-quality music from various sources.

One of the standout features of the Roku Network Music Player is its compatibility with a wide array of streaming services. Users can access popular platforms like Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, and Tidal, among others, allowing for a truly personalized listening experience. The device supports various audio formats, ensuring high-definition sound regardless of the source.

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The design of the Roku Network Music Player is aesthetically pleasing and functional. Its sleek form factor ensures that it complements any home decor. The intuitive user interface is user-friendly, allowing even the least tech-savvy individuals to navigate its features with ease. The mobile app enhances the overall experience, giving users control over playback from their smartphones, as well as the ability to create and manage playlists seamlessly.

In summary, the Roku Network Music Player stands out with its extensive streaming service compatibility, dual-band Wi-Fi, smart home integration, and user-friendly design. Its combination of high-quality sound, flexibility, and ease of use makes it an excellent choice for anyone seeking to elevate their music experience.