ToneRelay Support
Most setup issues come from the local network, Windows permissions, or the HomePod not being reachable from the PC.
All HomePod models supported
ToneRelay supports the full HomePod lineup: HomePod (1st generation), HomePod (2nd generation), and HomePod mini.
Play Windows 10/11 x64 default-output audio on a configured HomePod over the same reachable local network. ToneRelay has been tested with HomePod software 27.
| HomePod model | ToneRelay support |
|---|---|
| HomePod (1st generation) | Playback supported |
| HomePod (2nd generation) | Playback supported |
| HomePod mini | Playback supported |
Quick checklist
- Use Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- Keep the PC and HomePod/HomePod mini on the same local network.
- Set up your HomePod before connecting.
- Check that Windows audio is playing normally on the PC.
- Temporarily turn off VPN or guest Wi-Fi while troubleshooting.
Common help
- Install and permission guide: Install ToneRelay on Windows.
- HomePod not found: Fix HomePod Not Found on Windows.
- FAQ: Windows and HomePod FAQ: setup, trial and license.
- Privacy: ToneRelay Privacy.
Contact support
Email support@tonerelay.com for product, download, trial, license, or website support. If you did not save a License Key after purchase, include proof of purchase so support can locate the order; do not send full payment details or a full License Key.
Find the right fix
| Problem | Best page |
|---|---|
| HomePod does not appear | Fix HomePod Not Found on Windows. |
| Windows permission was denied | Install ToneRelay and Allow Windows Local Network Playback. |
| Unsure whether your speaker is supported | Windows Audio to HomePod Scope. |
| Questions about Apple affiliation or device support | Legal and Compatibility Notes. |
Would you like support for another device?
Support for more AirPlay speakers is coming soon. We still collect Sonos, Apple TV, WiiM and HomePod stereo-pair requests. Share the model, use case and hardware availability; model and configuration support depends on verification, not the request itself.
Frequently asked questions
Which HomePod models does ToneRelay support?
ToneRelay supports the full HomePod lineup: HomePod (1st generation), HomePod (2nd generation), and HomePod mini. Play Windows 10/11 x64 default-output audio on a configured HomePod over the same reachable local network. ToneRelay has been tested with HomePod software 27.