# HTD Lync

> Mobile app for controlling HTD Lync home audio systems. (iPhone/iPad app by Home Theater Direct, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/htd-lync/id1359212642 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Home Theater Direct, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/923050145)
- Category: Entertainment, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.76/5 from 38 App Store ratings · 18 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2018-10-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/htd-lync/id1359212642/reviews.md

## What is HTD Lync?

View and control all zones from a single system status page or drill down into each zone for more granular control. Control volume with both a scroll wheel and slide control. Mute/Un-Mute all zones with a single button press. Power off all zones with a single button press. Power on all zones to their previous state with a single button press.

Add up to four shortcuts to popular music and audio apps, making it easy to toggle between selecting what you want to hear and where you want to hear it.  Create groups of zones to set a common source, set a common volume, or relatively control volume across multiple zones. Create audio scenes called presets that set up one or more zones in your home with a single button press. For every zone, set power on/off, source, volume, and DND (Do Not Disturb).

Customize your zone names and source names for both the app and keypads. Set treble, bass, and balance for every zone. Hide zones and sources you don’t want to appear in the app.  For Lync 6v3 and Lync 12v3, also easily hide sources from appearing on LyncPads on a per zone basis. For Lync 6v3 and
Lync 12v3 that are used in combination with an HTD Door Interface, set which zones hear (or don’t hear) the doorbell or custom music files when the zone is currently powered off.

Automatic system detection with most Wi-Fi networks has you using the app in under a minute. A simple, one-time process for manually configuring the app to your system is also provided. Automatic account creation with backup and restore functionality via our free cloud makes it easy to configure the app one time and then restore to other phones and tablets. No username/password required.

Works in portrait mode on smaller screens and both portrait and landscape mode on larger screens.

Please note: This app will only control HTD Lync systems. Control of MC-66 and MCA-66 is available now through Valet Home Control and with a new app coming soon.

## Key features

- Multi-zone audio control
- Volume adjustment (scroll wheel & slider)
- Mute/unmute all zones
- Power on/off all zones
- Create custom audio scenes (presets)
- Personalize zone and source names
- Set treble, bass, and balance

## Recent user reviews (10 of 18)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/htd-lync/id1359212642/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Very glitchy product

*2023-04-29*

The control console (the physical unit) needs to be rebooted every few days. The interface of the app is not very intuitive.

### 1/5 — Well, this was a complete waste of time.

*2022-12-26, version 1.30.1*

Ordered the HTD Lync 6 system. 
Great deal. 
The HTD Lync app, not so much. 
Couldn’t even get to to work. Tried all the trick on the internet. 
Ended up loading the Home Audio Control App. 
I was done with the set up in 10 minutes. 
Don’t waste your time with this Lync app.

### 2/5 — Newest version doesn’t scroll

*2022-12-12, version 1.30.1*

The rollback version doesn’t scroll so I can’t control all my devices. Please fix it.

### 5/5 — Change of review

*2022-07-04, version 1.30.1*

Our Lync 12 system, that has operated flawlessly since purchase, went down completely the Friday before the 4th of July when all of my devices took an auto update, which was released early by mistake by HTD. Huge thank you to Brian Wines and Scott Durbin for getting the old version back in the App Store and saving a big 4th of July celebration from not having music!   Thanks you again and Happy 4th of July!
-Blake Stahl

### 1/5 — Version 1.31.0

*2022-07-02, version 1.31.0*

Version update was pushed through to automatically update without notice. Lost all system, zone and source settings. Sonos 2 shortcut doesn’t work. Spacing inside is an issue. Cannot backup or restore. Lost system muting. The app badge icon is from the 90s. Why wasn’t anything tested prior to release?

### 1/5 — New app

*2022-07-01, version 1.31.0*

I have lost all of my settings… I suddenly need a pin to set the system up again.  No why would an update destroy what you had? Terrible

### 1/5 — Major Issues

*2022-07-01, version 1.31.0*

My app was just automatically upgraded and lost all settings. Also unable to restore. Asks for my phone number, then says exceeded limit. Now, the app doesn’t function at all. App starts then exits immediately. This is a major issue. Application is completely unusable.

### 1/5 — Unreliable

*2022-04-01, version 1.20.20*

Does not stay connected well.

### 3/5 — I like it but it come with issues

*2022-03-10, version 1.20.20*

I really like this system so far but mine has come with issues. The wall controllers are extremely glitchy and have to be unplugged and reset constantly. The app is great but it will also be non responsive from time to time and will completely kick me off, so I have to frequently uninstall the app and reinstall. Aside from that, I am enjoying the system.

### 1/5 — Unusable right now.

*2022-02-22, version 1.20.20*

App won’t connect automatically to Lync on iPhone.  When I type in all the information that is required to connect manually, App crashes. Please fix.  I know it’s is something with apple iOS updates since my old iPhone, which I don’t update still works perfectly.

## Frequently asked questions about HTD Lync

### What HTD Lync systems does HTD Lync control?

HTD Lync controls HTD Lync systems. Control of MC-66 and MCA-66 is available through Valet Home Control, with a new app expected soon.

### Can I control individual zone volumes with HTD Lync?

Yes, HTD Lync allows granular control over each zone's volume using both a scroll wheel and a slide control.

### How do I set up custom audio scenes with HTD Lync?

You can create audio scenes called presets within HTD Lync. These presets allow you to set the power, source, volume, and DND status for one or more zones with a single button press.

### Does HTD Lync support offline control?

The description does not specify offline control capabilities. Automatic system detection suggests Wi-Fi network connectivity is required for initial setup and control.

### What is the update frequency for HTD Lync?

The app was last updated on July 2, 2022, with version 1.30.1. The frequency of future updates is not specified.

### Is HTD Lync suitable for children?

HTD Lync has an age rating of 4+, making it generally suitable for younger users under adult supervision. The app's functionality is focused on home audio system control.

### How does HTD Lync handle user accounts and data backup?

HTD Lync offers automatic account creation with backup and restore functionality via a free cloud service. No username or password is required, simplifying configuration across multiple devices.

### What are the main criticisms of HTD Lync based on user reviews?

HTD Lync has an average rating of 2.8 stars from 38 ratings, indicating potential user dissatisfaction. Specific criticisms are not detailed in the provided description.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.30.1 — 2022-07-02

Rollback to a previous version.

### 1.31.0 — 2022-06-29

Redesign of the application, redesigned the function of saving application settings, fixed bugs.

### 1.20.20 — 2020-09-10

Support for dark mode

### 1.20.19 — 2020-09-04

Fixed issue with scroll wheel appearing empty on some systems.

### 1.20.18 — 2020-09-01

New shortcuts and general improvements.

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