From 0ec9fc8d4ed4030debcd13f59d542bb7a0c799bc Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Justin Bunton <130115204+Bunton33@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:38:49 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] docs: note the Music Assistant 2.10.7 requirement for CAST players Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 5.5 --- docs/products/cast1/faq.md | 4 ++++ docs/products/cast1/setup/getting-started.md | 4 ++++ docs/products/castpro1/introduction.md | 2 +- 3 files changed, 9 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/docs/products/cast1/faq.md b/docs/products/cast1/faq.md index 861b4a31ca..531b1a6627 100644 --- a/docs/products/cast1/faq.md +++ b/docs/products/cast1/faq.md @@ -73,4 +73,8 @@ description: Frequently asked questions about the CAST-1 audio caster. * Set **Firmware Channel** to **Beta** on your CAST-1's device page, then select **Press** next to **Firmware Update**. See [Switch to Beta Firmware](../general/setup/switch-to-beta-branch.md) for a step-by-step guide. +17\. **My CAST-1 doesn't show up in Music Assistant after a firmware update. What do I do?** + +* Update Music Assistant to 2.10.7 or newer. Newer CAST-1 firmware uses an updated Sendspin connection that older Music Assistant versions can't connect to. + [Join our Discord if you need more help! :simple-discord:](https://link.apolloautomation.com/discord){ .md-button } diff --git a/docs/products/cast1/setup/getting-started.md b/docs/products/cast1/setup/getting-started.md index 3a38b8bd84..f9207717e6 100644 --- a/docs/products/cast1/setup/getting-started.md +++ b/docs/products/cast1/setup/getting-started.md @@ -86,6 +86,10 @@ Open the ESPHome Integration, then click **Add** and **Submit**. Edit the name a The CAST-1 streams through Music Assistant. Once Music Assistant is running, your CAST-1 shows up as a player automatically, no extra configuration needed. +!!! note "Use Music Assistant 2.10.7 or newer" + + Newer CAST-1 firmware needs Music Assistant 2.10.7 or newer to connect. If Music Assistant is already installed, update it from its app page first. + ### Install Music Assistant You'll install the Music Assistant app, then add its integration in Home Assistant. diff --git a/docs/products/castpro1/introduction.md b/docs/products/castpro1/introduction.md index 75fb217a12..43a52aa100 100644 --- a/docs/products/castpro1/introduction.md +++ b/docs/products/castpro1/introduction.md @@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ description: Documentation for CAST PRO-1, including setup, usage, and best prac --- # Introduction -**Make Any Speakers Smart:** Connect the CAST PRO-1 to your speakers, receiver or soundbar, add it to Home Assistant, and it shows up in Music Assistant as a player you can stream to. +**Make Any Speakers Smart:** Connect the CAST PRO-1 to your speakers, receiver or soundbar, add it to Home Assistant, and it shows up in Music Assistant as a player you can stream to. It needs Music Assistant 2.10.7 or newer. **Analog or Optical Output:** Use the analog output for powered speakers, or the optical output for a receiver or soundbar. Pick which one plays with the **Audio Output** setting on the device page.