A:AnswerThis was something that I wanted to know too. This model allows you to hear your music services from your Android or iPhone by downloading the Multiroom App 2.0 on your mobile device,
* Compatible Android and iOS devices can download the app.
It also provides HD audio.
A:AnswerI did not need any device other than my TV and the soundbars remote to set it up for use. I know you can connect it to your Android device and use that device as a secondary remote control for your soundbar. So NO, you do not need an Android device to setup this soundbar.