4 Available Methods to Play Audible on HEOS Devices

Method 1: Play Audible on HEOS through Bluetooth

Many HEOS devices come equipped with Bluetooth functionality, allowing you to easily connect your mobile devices and play Audible content. Before you start, grab your HEOS device manual or check the product specifications online to confirm that your specific model supports Bluetooth connectivity.

Step 1 Activate Bluetooth and Pair Your Devices

1. Locate the power button on your HEOS speaker or receiver and turn it on.
2. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on your HEOS speaker for 3 seconds.



3. On your smartphone or tablet, go to the settings menu and find the Bluetooth option.
4. Toggle the Bluetooth switch to the "on" position. Your device will start searching for available Bluetooth devices.
5. In the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device, you should see a list of available devices. Select your HEOS device from the list.
6. Your HEOS device may emit a sound or display a confirmation message once the Bluetooth connection is established.

Step 2 Play Audible on HEOS Device

1. Find the Audible app on your mobile device and open it.
2. Browse your Audible library and select the audiobook you want to listen to.
3. Press play on the Audible app, and you should hear your audiobook playing through your HEOS device via Bluetooth. Feel free to move around and enjoy the wireless experience.
4. Use the volume controls on your mobile device and the HEOS device to set a comfortable listening level.

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Method 2: Play Audible on HEOS Using an Alexa Device

To play Audible books on your HEOS system with an Amazon Alexa device, you must connect your HEOS speakers to your Amazon account using the Alexa app. After setup, you can control your Audible book using simple voice commands.

Step 1 Get Your Alexa Device Ready

1. Make sure your Alexa device (like an Echo Dot) and your HEOS speakers use the same Wi-Fi.
2. Open the Alexa app on your phone or tablet and sign in to your Amazon account.

Step 2 Enable the HEOS Home Entertainment Skill

1. In the Alexa app, go to the More menu (three lines at the bottom).
2. Choose Skills & Games.
3. Search for HEOS.
4. Select the HEOS Home Entertainment skill.
5. Tap the Enable button.
6. You will be asked to sign in with your HEOS account details to connect the two services.

Step 3 Find Your HEOS Devices

1. After you connect the accounts, tell Alexa to find your speakers by saying, "Alexa, discover my devices."
2. You can also go to the Devices section in the Alexa app, tap the + button, and choose Add Device.

Step 4 Start Playing Audible

Once finished, you can use your voice to control books from your Audible library. Here are some commands you can use:

Read More :  How to Play Audible on Alexa Online & Offline

Method 3: Play to Audible on HEOS Using Apple AirPlay

You can play Audible on a HEOS system using Apple AirPlay by sending the audio from your Apple device straight to your speaker. This means you do not need to link accounts or use the HEOS app.

What You Need

• An Apple device (iPhone, iPad, or Mac) with the Audible app. The audiobook must be ready to play.
• A HEOS speaker or receiver that works with AirPlay 2.
• Your Apple device and your HEOS system must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 1 Start Your Audible Audiobook

1. Open the Audible app on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Begin playing the audiobook you want to hear.

Step 2 Turn on AirPlay

1. Open the Control Center on your device.
• For iPhone X or later and iPad: Swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen.
• For iPhone 8 or earlier: Swipe up from the bottom edge of the screen.
2. Find the card that shows what audio is currently playing.
3. Tap the AirPlay icon which looks like a triangle with circles above it. This shows you nearby speakers.

Step 3 Play Through Your HEOS Speaker

1. From the list of speakers, tap the name of your HEOS device.
2. The sound will quickly switch from your Apple device to your HEOS speaker.
3. Once connected, you can still control the book using the Audible app on your Apple device.

Method 4: Play Audible on HEOS Using a USB Flash Drive

This method involves converting Audible audiobooks into a HEOS-compatible format (MP3, FLAC, WAV, M4A) and transferring them to a USB flash drive.

Why Use the USB Drive Method?

• No Wi-Fi Needed for Playback: Once the files are on the USB drive, you do not need the internet to listen.
• Keeps Your Spot: You can pause the book and remove the drive. When you plug it back in, the HEOS system usually remembers where you stopped.
• Permanent Backup: You get a standard, permanent copy of your book. This copy is not tied to your Amazon account. You can play it on nearly any device.

The Tool You'll Need: ViWizard Audible Converter

Audible files are protected by a digital lock called DRM. Because of this lock, you must use special software to convert them. This is where the ViWizard Audible Converter helps.

The ViWizard Audible Converter is a program you install on your Windows or Mac computer. It is very good at downloading your Audible books directly into different formats, including MP3, M4A, M4B, FLAC, WAV, and AIFF. The tool preserves all book details and keeps the original audio quality. You can even split long audiobooks into separate chapter files, making it much easier to pick up exactly where you left off when listening on your HEOS system.

Key Features of ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter

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• Convert Audible audiobook to unprotected audio formats like MP3
• Split Audible book into several smaller segments by chapter or by time
• Support playing Audible audiobooks on any device or media player
• Handle the conversion of Audible audiobooks up to 100× faster speed

How to Download Audible Books in a HEOS-Compatible Format

Step 1 Open ViWizard and Sign In

First, download and install ViWizard Audible Converter on your Windows or Mac computer. Open the program. A window with the Audible web player will appear. Log in with your Audible account. This connects ViWizard to all the books in your Audible library.

Step 2 Choose the Output Format

Go to the menu bar and open Preferences. Click the Conversion tab. Choose one of the output formats, MP3, M4A, FLAC, or WAV, because these are the audio formats supported by HEOS. You can also change the audio quality and select the folder where your converted files will be saved.

Step 3 Add Audible Books for Conversion

In the built-in Audible web player, open your Audible library. Click the plus (+) button and choose the audiobooks you want to convert. Then click Add to List to put them into the conversion queue.

Step 4Convert and Save Your Files

Click Convert. ViWizard will start converting your Audible books to the format you selected. When it's finished, click the folder icon to open the output folder. Now your Audible books are ready to transfer to a USB flash drive for offline playback on your HEOS system.

Step 5Copy Audible Books to a USB Drive

1. Plug a USB flash drive into your computer. The drive must be set up as FAT16, FAT32, or NTFS. This allows HEOS to read it.
2. Find the converted Audible files on your computer.
3. Copy these files and paste them onto the USB drive.

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Step 6Listen to the Audible Book on Your HEOS Speaker

1. Plug the USB drive into the USB port on your HEOS device.



2. Open the HEOS app on your phone or tablet.
3. Go to the Music section.
4. Select USB Music from the list of sources.
5. Choose your HEOS speaker from the list of devices.
6. Browse the files on your USB drive.
7. Select your converted Audible file to start listening on your HEOS speaker.

Conclusion

To play Audible books on Denon HEOS devices, you can connect the HEOS device with your phone by Bluetooth. But when the network is bad, this way may be unworkable. To avoid this problem, you can play Audible on HEOS with a USB drive for offline playing. But before that, you need to convert Audible books to MP3 with ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter. After the conversion, you can transfer the converted Audible books to a USB drive.