WI-FI INTERNET RADIO

With a Wi-Fi internet radio, you can listen to radio stations, podcasts and other supported audio sources via the internet. Instead of receiving a terrestrial signal such as FM or DAB+, the radio uses your wireless network and internet connection. This gives you access to many more stations and genres, including broadcasts from other countries.

What does Wi-Fi internet radio offer?

Many more stations from the UK and around the world
Via the internet, you can choose from many thousands of local, regional, national and international radio stations. Stations that broadcast exclusively online are also available. From the UK, for example, you can listen to a local American country station, a European news station or a regional British broadcaster.

The available selection is provided through an external station database. Broadcasters determine whether their stream is available and at what quality. A station may therefore change its name, internet address or availability. If one particular station stops working while other stations still play, the issue will usually be with that station’s stream or registration rather than the radio.

Digital sound quality
Internet radio does not suffer from the traditional hiss or crackle associated with FM reception. The final sound quality depends on the audio quality of the station, the stability of the internet connection and the speakers in the selected radio model. Higher-bitrate streams generally sound better but also use more internet data.

An alternative where FM or DAB+ reception is weak
Wi-Fi internet radio can be useful in workshops, industrial buildings and other locations where steel or concrete interferes with FM and DAB+ reception. A stable Wi-Fi signal with working internet access is still essential. Wi-Fi coverage alone is not enough: the router must also have an active internet connection.

What do you need?

  • a compatible PerfectPro Wi-Fi internet radio;
  • a wireless network with internet access;
  • the correct network name and Wi-Fi password;
  • sufficient and stable Wi-Fi coverage where the radio will be used.

Supported Wi-Fi settings, frequency bands and security methods vary by model. Always check the product specifications and user manual for your radio.

Music via your local network

Supported models can play music from a computer, media server or NAS on the same network. Your music collection must be made available through a suitable media server or shared music library. Supported file formats and network features vary by radio model.

Listening without an internet connection

Many PerfectPro Wi-Fi internet radios also offer other audio sources, such as DAB+, FM, Bluetooth, AUX input or USB. This means you can often continue listening when the internet connection is temporarily unavailable. Available sources vary by model; please consult the product page or user manual for your radio.

Troubleshooting Wi-Fi or internet radio

If the radio cannot connect or playback keeps stopping, check the following first:

  • Check whether other devices can access the internet through the same network.
  • Check the network name and carefully re-enter the Wi-Fi password.
  • Temporarily move the radio closer to the router to rule out weak coverage.
  • Restart the radio and, if possible, the router.
  • Check that the radio’s date and time are correct and whether a software update is available.
  • Check whether a guest network, firewall or corporate network is restricting access or communication between devices.
  • Test several internet stations. If only one station does not work, its stream has probably changed or is temporarily unavailable.

Please note: do not immediately restore the radio to its factory settings. This may delete saved networks, preset stations and other personal settings. Try the checks above first or contact our customer service team.

Need help?

Is your PerfectPro radio unable to connect, or do you have questions about internet stations, audio sources or network compatibility? Please contact our customer service team. If possible, provide the exact radio model, the message shown on the display and the steps you have already tried. Our service team will be happy to help.