Cyrus ONE Remote for Android

Cyrus ONE Remote, developed by Cyrus Audio, turns an Android handset into a dedicated controller for Cyrus ONE and ONE HD amplifiers, replacing line-of-sight remotes with a mobile interface. The app exposes hardware settings such as volume, input selection, balance and LED brightness while working alongside your streaming apps. It offers automatic discovery and Bluetooth Low Energy pairing, aimed at owners who prefer a phone-centered way to manage their amplifier.

The app converts a mobile device into a single control surface for the Cyrus ONE and Cyrus ONE HD, removing the need to use the tiny credit-card infrared remote. It centralizes source switching, balance adjustment, LED brightness and an AV Direct Mode toggle so the amplifier can be integrated into a home cinema setup. Those controls are exposed on-screen so you can manage hardware settings without touching the amplifier itself.

What is the app designed to do for amplifier owners?

What device and firmware requirements govern compatibility?

The tool requires an Android device running version 4.3 or newer and an amplifier with firmware 1.3 or greater to function correctly. It relies on Bluetooth Low Energy for discovery and automatic pairing, with devices usually listed as "ONE-XXX" during setup. Some owners report that enabling Location services improves detection, and occasional reconnection steps are part of troubleshooting when the wireless link drops.

Is the interface workflow suitable for everyday listening?

The interface groups controls into a compact screen that keeps common settings accessible without navigating multiple menus. It does not play music itself, so playback is handled by your chosen streaming or local player while the phone acts as the amplifier controller. The design supports managing several Cyrus ONE units from one handset, which helps households running more than one amplifier and keeps device selection in a single place.

How dependable is wireless control during long sessions?

The app removes infrared positioning limits by using a wireless connection, so the phone can sit anywhere in the room. What’s more, a minority of users report intermittent connection interruptions that need app restarts or device setting toggles to recover control. That pattern introduces a trade-off between flexible placement and occasional maintenance steps when the connection drops during extended listening.

In conclusion, best for hands-on owners who accept occasional wireless maintenance

The app suits amplifier owners who prefer a phone-based control surface and can tolerate periodic reconnection or basic troubleshooting. It fits listeners who interact with hardware settings frequently and operate streaming apps alongside the amplifier. For people who need guaranteed, always-on wireless control without any maintenance, the physical remote remains a steadier, lower-intervention option.