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contents Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................................................................................1 • General Precautions......................................................................................................................................................................1 • Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................
precautions DTS Encoded Discs CAUTION - when playing DTS encoded CDs excessive noise will be heard on the analog outputs jacks of the Audio Server. To avoid possible damage to the audio system you should ensure that the correct connections are made to your amplification system for replaying this type of disc. general precautions When installing the equipment ensure that: • the ventilation holes are not covered. • air is allowed to circulate freely around the equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. KEEP INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be followed. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be followed. CLEANING - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Important Safety notices european model Note: This product has been designed and type-tested to comply with the limits set out in EN55013, EN55020, EN60950, EN55022: 1998 CLASS B4, EN55024: 1998, FCC RULES PART 15 SUBPART B CLASS B. AS/NZS 3548:1995 CLASS B The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed product registration form and keep it in a secure area. This is for your security. U.S.
quick start guide front panel The following controls are available on the front panel of your Audio Server. 1. MENU button: Press this button to display the main front panel functions screen on the LCD display of your Audio Server. 2. Front panel action buttons: These four buttons have assignable functions as indicated by the labels at the bottom of the LCD display. For example, in the display opposite, the Setup action button will display the Set Up options. 3.
playing music To enter text using the alphanumeric keypad • Display the Library by pressing the àLibrary key on the remote control. • Use the S and T keys to move the cursor to the required position. The Library menu allows you to choose how you want to browse your music collection. You can browse by track, album, artist, genre, year, era or playlist. • Use the keys on the alphanumeric keypad to enter a letter.
introduction Composite video output Congratulations on purchasing your Audio Server from SpeakerCraft. The Audio Server is a revolutionary way of filling your home with music. • Output level........................................... • Connector................................................... 1Vp-p/75W RCA jack VGA output Your Audio Server stores and catalogs your music collection, allowing you to select any album or track at the press of a key.
controls and connections front view 5 11 12 13 15 16 7 8 9 10 14 MENU 1 2 3 4 This section provides information about the controls and connections available on your Audio Server. 6 c / e button When the button is pressed briefly during playback, play restarts at the beginning of the next track. When the button is held for a longer period of time the music will fast forward at high speed. DISC TRAY Discs should be inserted with the label side up.
REAR view 2 1 3 11 6 4 5 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 IR RECEIVER 15 DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT The IR Receiver connection allows remote control information to be carried from other devices directly into the Audio Server. The digital optical output can be used to transmit high quality audio to a device with a digital optical input (D/A converter, A/V amplifier etc.) using an optical fiber cable.
remote control s MUTE key The following diagram explains the function of the keys on your Audio Server remote control: This key currently has no function. r VOLUME keys These keys currently have no function [ ALPHABETIC SCROLL key + _ Press this key to access the Intial Letter screen. This screen is only available if the list currently displayed is in alphabetical order. + _ P CANCEL key The Cancel key is used to cancel an operation which you no longer wish to continue.
Configuring your remote to control other devices R REPEAT (RETURN) key The Repeat key has the following functions: • During playback this key toggles the repeat play setting on the Audio Server. • In text entry mode this key can be used to perform a carriage return. The TV and Amp keys on the remote control may be individually configured to control a range of televisions and amplifiers from well known manufacturers.
the MAIN menu Look Up Album Details Select this function to display the Look Up Album Details screen. If you have an Internet connection, use this function to retrieve album details from the Internet. The main functions of your Audio Server are accessible via the Main Menu. The Main Menu is the first screen to be displayed when your Audio Server is switched on.
Recording Music The CD Recording screen, with progress indicator will be displayed: Your Audio Server can make new recordings onto the hard disk by recording music directly from an audio CD placed in the CD tray. Your Audio Server can access the Internet, using either a broadband connection (via the Ethernet port) or using the built-in modem, to automatically retrieve information about the CD.
playing music This chapter explains how to play music that you have recorded on to your Audio Server. It also explains how to locate the music you wish to play in a number of different ways. The Library The television user interface has been designed to allow easy navigation through the Library and therefore give quick and easy access to your complete music collection in a number of different ways.
library navigation overview Electric Avenue Press the àLibrary key on your remote control to display the Library screen. You can use your remote control to select a track directly, or follow the instructions below and navigate through the library interface to select a track.
playing music from the library To browse the Library by album The following sections contains a detailed explanation about selecting items in the Library for playback. • To Display the Library • The TV screen will display the albums in your Library: Either: • Use the U or V keys to highlight the Albums option in the Library Menu. Press the T key to display the Albums screen. Press the àLibrary key on your Audio Server remote control from any screen.
• Alternatively, press the 9Search button to list just those artists that contain a particular word or group of letters. Or: • To play all albums by the selected artist: • • Press the OPlay key on your Audio Server remote control to begin playback immediately, or press the MAdd button to add all albums by the selected artist to a playlist. • • Use the U or V keys to highlight the Years option in the Library Menu. Press the T key to display the Years screen.
• Selecting items directly using your Audio Server remote control. Use the U or V keys to step between eras, or press the appropriate key on the alphanumeric keypad to jump directly to that position in the list. You can select an item from your library directly by the first letter of its title using the alphanumeric keypad on your Audio Server remote control.
the search function The search function can be used from any Library screen to reduce the items in the current list to only those that contain a particular word or collection of characters. To use the search function, navigate to the list in the library you wish to search and press the 9Search key on your Audio Server remote control. The below screen is displayed. Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter text and press the OOK key. A list of items containing your search criteria will then be displayed.
playback information The illustration below shows the Now Playing screen. Whenever you select an item in the Library for playback, this screen is displayed. You can also choose to display this screen at any time by pressing the •Now Playing key on your Audio Server remote control. When you make this selection, your Audio Server will display the Now Playing screen for the currently selected audio output.
Switching audio outputs To shuffle the playback order Your Audio Server is capable of playing different music in several rooms simultaneously. If you wish to play music in a particular room, you must first choose the correct audio output. • • To select an Audio Output • Press the NOutput key on your Audio Server remote control. • Press the Q key on your Audio Server remote control to randomize the order of the selections in the play queue.
organiZing your music collection the play queue Any item in your Library can be selected for playback in one of two ways: • • This chapter describes the features built into your Audio Server to help you organize the music in your music library, including information about creating playlists of your favorite tracks, deleting albums or tracks you no longer want to store, and naming albums, tracks, and artists.
editing the library The following screen is displayed: Your Audio Server labels the albums, artists and tracks in your Library with names which identify the track you are listening to, and these help you locate items when you are browsing through the Library. If you have an Internet connection, your Audio Server reads the CD information automatically from the Gracenote Music Recognition Service. You can edit these names at any stage to suit your own preferences.
The following screen is displayed: • • Use the U or V keys to scroll through the cover art images. Press the OSelect key to associate a piece of artwork with your chosen album. It is also possible to upload images from your PC to your Audio Server and apply these to albums in your Library. For more information, refer to the section titled Importing Files To Your Audio Server on page 31. Deleting albums and tracks • • • Press the àLibrary key on your Audio Server remote control to display the Library.
system set up Current Ethernet Settings Allows you to view the current Ethernet settings being used by your Audio Server. This chapter describes the advanced settings that you can access from your Audio Server’s Set Up menu. To access the Set Up menu: • • • Press the JMenu key on your remote control to display the Main Menu. Use the U and V keys to highlight the Set Up option. Press the OSelect key. The following screen is displayed: This menu is not editable and is used for reference only.
TV Settings System Information This section is used to specify if your Audio Server is configured for PAL or NTSC use. The System Information screen displays information about the configuration of your Audio Server, such as the serial number and the version number of the software currently running. You may need to edit this setting if the television user interface is either not displayed on your televsion screen, or is displayed incorrectly.
Remote Back Up Settings Media Transfer Settings This screen allows you to specify Username, Password and Location for performing a Back Up operation. Here you can enable or disable the media transfer function. For more information about the use of these settings, refer to the section titled Remote Back Up And Restore, on page 32. XiVALink Settings Your Audio Server uses a protocol called XiVALink to communicate with compatible devices and controllers.
The front panel interface The following screen is displayed: In addition to the user interface displayed on your television screen, the Audio Server also has a user interface accessible via the LCD display and buttons on the front panel of the unit. This is an abridged version of the television user interface and provides access to a limited number of controls and functions.
Use the U and V buttons on the front panel to scroll through the following Set Up options: • Network Settings • Current Ethernet Settings • Static Ethernet Settings • Modem Settings • TV Settings • User Interface Settings • System Information • Software Update Settings • Remote Back Up Settings • CD Record Settings • Media Transfer Settings • Online Update Press the Select action button on the front panel to enter any of the above sections and configure settings as you would on the t
using your audio server with a home computer When you first connect to the Remote User Interface, you will recognize the Library screen: Your Audio Server has a number of advanced features which can be accessed via a computer connected to your home network. the remote user interface Your Audio Server’s television user interface is accessible via a PC running on your home network. This gives you complete control of your Audio Server using a keyboard and mouse as opposed to a remote control.
media transfer This setting should be set to Enabled by default. However, if necessary, press the OEdit key and select Enabled to activate media transfer. Use the MSave key to save this setting. In addition to recording directly from the CD tray, it is also possible to transfer music and cover art images to and from your Audio Server, using a computer on your home network.
Importing Files to your Audio Server • Double click on the folder entitled Import. An empty folder window will be displayed. To Import Music Files • Navigate to the location of the music files on your computer. • Use your mouse to select the files you wish to import and drag them into the Import window. The files will appear briefly in the Import window but after a few seconds will disappear. These files should now be accessible in the Library of your Audio Server.
Once your Media Library has been updated with the music from your Audio Server you can update your portable player as follows: Remote Back Up • Click the Copy to CD or Device option from the Media Player toolbar. • • Select the Album, Artist, Genre or Playlist you wish to copy from the Items to Copy list. The following screen is displayed: • Under Items on Device select your portable player. • Click the Copy button.
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