USER'S GUIDE MUSICPAL WIRELESS DIGITAL INTERNET RADIO / MP3 STREAMER / (W)LAN Rev. 730 Freecom MusicPal Dear User, Congratulations on the purchase of your Freecom MusicPal. The MusicPal enables you to receive Internet radio or play stored music files on a connected media server (UPnP). If you are a novice in networks and routing basics, please check out Appendix "Network Basics" to get to know the terminology and processes used in this manual. Freecom Technologies GmbH · Germany www.Freecom.com EN Package Contents Please check the package contents. Make sure it includes the following items: · · · · · Freecom MusicPal Power pack Network cable (UTP) CD-ROM with instruction manual and application software Quick installation guide Attention! All rights reserved. The product names contained in this user`s guide are used solely for identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of those companies. This device is designed for office and home use. Warning! This device is an appliance made according to EN 55022 class B. Freecom shall assume no liability for damages of any kind, for loss of data or any consequential claims resulting thereof (including, and without restriction, claims relating to business losses, business interruptions, loss of business data or other financial damage) that result from the use of this Freecom product or improper operation of this Freecom product. This shall also apply in cases where Freecom has been notified that such claims may exist. Subject to change as technical advances dictate. Table of Contents User`s Guide General Information ........................................................................................................... Page 4 Chapter 1: Connecting / Installing the Freecom MusicPal ......................................................... Page 9 Chapter : Getting to know the Freecom MusicPal ...................................................................... Page 13 EN Chapter : Freecom MusicPal Functions ........................................................................................... Page 15 Chapter 4: The Freecom Network Storage Assistant (PC/Mac) ................................................ Page 38 Chapter 5: Configuring the Freecom MusicPal through the web interface ....................... Page 43 Chapter 6: Freecom MusicPal in practical usage .......................................................................... Page 57 Appendix: Network basics ..................................................................................................................... Page 69 © 2007 Freecom Technologies Freecom MusicPal General Information Technical Support For any technical questions, please visit our web site at www.Freecom.com. This website offers a comprehensive range of information, answers to frequently asked questions, firmware and product guides (available for download). You can also use our forum to exchange experience with other users or discuss any problems or difficulties you may be having. Or else contact Freecom Support for more in-depth assistance. Freecom on the Internet EN You can find information on the MusicPal and other Freecom products on our Internet home page at the URL address http://www.Freecom.com. To do this you require an Internet connection and a web browser, such as Internet Explorer or Firefox. Trademark Freecom is a trademark of Freecom Technologies GmbH. Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Other brands and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their relevant proprietors. 4 General Information System requirements Your system needs to meet the following hardware and software requirements for the device to function properly. Network requirements · · Your PC should be equipped with an Ethernet network interface. If this is not the case, first of all a network has to be installed. You need a broadband connection (DSL 1 Mbit/s or higher) in combination with a router or similar network devices that avail of DHCP. Software requirements You only need to attend to the software requirements if you carry out the MusicPal configuration using the HTML side on the PC, or wish to use your computer as local UPnP server. · · · · Windows Vista Windows 2000 Windows XP MacOS X 10.3 or higher EN Hardware requirements You only need to attend to the hardware requirements if you carry out the MusicPal configuration using the HTTP control panel on the PC, or wish to use your computer as local UPnP server. · · · · · · PC: Intel Pentium III / AMD Duron 900 MHz or higher Mac: PowerPC G3/G4/G5, Power Book G3/G4 or Intel Mac 256 MB RAM (Vista: 512 MB RAM) or higher CD drive for installing software LAN / WLAN Internet connection for online warranty registration and updates and downloads of software 5 Freecom MusicPal Compatibility The following play-list, file and streaming formats can be played with your Freecom MusicPal. Compatible play-list formats · PLS Compatible file formats · MP3 WAV LPCM EN · · Compatible streaming formats · · UPnP DLNA 1.5 6 General Information Safety precautions To guarantee a faultless functioning of your Freecom MusicPal, please observe the following safety precautions. If you do not observe them, you might lose your warranty claim and damage the MusicPal. · · · Mind you don`t drop the Freecom MusicPal and don`t expose it to other types of sudden mechanical jolts - this might lead to data loss or damage to the device Don`t use the Freecom MusicPal if the ambient temperature is under 10 °C or over 35 °C. If the Freecom MusicPal is moved from a cold environment into a warmer one, please let the MusicPal adapt to the ambient temperature before using the device. If you don`t do this, it might lead to condensation in the casing, which in its turn might cause malfunctions in the device. Don`t place any liquids or drinks on the MusicPal. If liquids get spilt and come in contact with the electronics in the device interior, this damages the hardware and leads to malfunctions. Don`t use the MusicPal in an environment that is full of dust. Dust in the casing can damage the electronics in the interior and lead to malfunctions in the device. Only use the power pack delivered with the MusicPal. By opening the MusicPal you forfeit your warranty claim. EN · · · · Advantages of the Freecom MusicPal The Freecom MusicPal is the optimal solution for private home entertainment. The uncomplicated installation and configuration enables you to use Freecom MusicPal within a very short time. By connecting to a router or media server (UPnP) through LAN or WLAN it`s as easy as winking to play your locally stored music files by means of the media server (UPnP). The Freecom MusicPal also enables you to hear Internet radio programmes without any problem. Most of the Freecom MusicPal functions can be used at once, with little previous knowledge. The sound quality depends on the bit rate of the radio stream or of the MP3 files. The basic rule is that the higher the bit rate, the better the sound quality. On Internet radio higher bit rates also cause a higher data traffic over your Internet connection. In case your Internet connection does not have sufficient bandwidth, then there may be interruptions during playback. Freecom MusicPal Software features · Media server (UPnP) Connect to your local media server (UPnP) and access a categorised display of all music files saved there. · Internet Radio With the provided Internet connection (broadband connection is recommended), you can receive Internet radio programmes from all over the world. EN Hardware features · Display Clearly laid out and excellently illuminated display. · Control elements on casing The control elements on the casing front side make child`s play of the MusicPal configuration procedure. · Electrical requirements Voltage: 100 ­ 240 V AC Frequency: 50 Hz ­ 60 Hz, single-phase · Environmental requirements Operating temperature: 10 ­ 35 °C (50 ­ 122 °F) Storage temperature: -10 ­ 70 °C (-40 ­ 185 °F) Air humidity: 20 ­ 80% relative humidity, no condensation Maximum operating altitude above sea level: 3000 m · Dimensions and weight Weight: 600g (21.2 ounce) Dimensions: 26,5 x 11,5 x 8 cm (10.4 x 4.5 x 3.2 inch) Connecting / Installing the Freecom MusicPal Chapter 1: Connecting / Installing the Freecom MusicPal 1.1 Hardware (LAN) Installation of the Freecom MusicPal proceeds according to the following steps: 1. Connect the power pack to your Freecom MusicPal and plug into a power socket. EN 2. Take the enclosed Ethernet cable and use it to connect the LAN port on the back of the Freecom MusicPal with the LAN port of your media server (UPnP) or router/switch. 1 3. Set your router to DHCP in the IP configuration. For more details, refer to the Appendix in this manual. 4. Check the LINK/ACT light of the Freecom MusicPal LAN port. If it is illuminated, the Freecom MusicPal is correctly connected. 5. Select Internet Radio from the main menu of your Freecom MusicPal. 9 Freecom MusicPal 1. Hardware (WLAN) 1. Connect the power pack to your Freecom MusicPal and plug into a power socket. EN 1 2. Select Settings in the main menu after you have switched on the MusicPal. 3. Select WLAN Access Point. 4. Select the desired WLAN Access Point from the list. In case your WLAN Access Point is encrypted by WPA/WEP you will be prompted to enter a password. 5. Select Internet Radio from the main menu of your Freecom MusicPal. 10 Connecting / Installing the Freecom MusicPal 1. Installation of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant Software (PC) The Freecom Network Storage Assistant quickly detects and performs the basic set up of your MusicPal. When you start it, it displays all MusicPals available in your network and helps you configure the MusicPal. 1. Install the Freecom Network Storage Assistant from the enclosed Manual & Application CD. EN 1 2. Start the Freecom Network Storage Assistant. 3. Check the Freecom Network Storage Assistant whether your MusicPal was detected. This may take some time. If your MusicPal is not immediately detected, click "Search again for available Freecom Network Storage devices" to repeat the search. 11 Freecom MusicPal EN 1 4. For a detailed functional description on the Freecom Network Storage Assistant, please refer to chapter 4. 1.4 Installation of the Freecom Network Storage Assistant Software (Mac) The Freecom Network Storage Assistant quickly detects and performs the basic set-up of your MusicPal. When you start it, it displays all MusicPals available in your network and helps you configure the MusicPal. 1. Insert the Freecom MusicPal software & Manual CD into your CD drive. Please click on "Start" in the main directory of the CD. 2. Click on "Software Installation" -> "FNS Assistant". The installation starts now. Follow the instructions on the screen. 3. Start the Freecom Network Storage Assistant. 4. Check the Freecom Network Storage Assistant whether your MusicPal was detected. This may take some time. If your MusicPal is not immediately detected, click "Search again for available Freecom Network Storage devices" to repeat the search. 5. For a detailed functional description on the Freecom Network Storage Assistant, please refer to chapter 4. 1 Getting to know the Freecom MusicPal Chapter : Getting to know the Freecom MusicPal .1 Connections, LEDs and control elements of the Freecom MusicPal .1.1 Freecom MusicPal Front Side: EN 2 1 "Navigate" rotary knob 3 4 1 The Navigate rotary knob enables you to navigate within the Freecom MusicPal menu. - Turning to the left or right navigates up or down through the menu. - Press the "Navigate" knob to confirm your selection. 2 "Volume" rotary knob The Volume rotary knob is for volume control of your Freecom MusicPal. - Rotating the knob to the left or right turns the volume up or down. - You pause play by briefly pressing the volume knob; press it briefly again to continue playing. - If you press the volume knob for a longer period (approx. 3 seconds), the Freecom MusicPal switches into standby; date and time are shown on the display. To restart the Freecom MusicPal, activate any control element.. 3 4 Menu button The menu button is a quick means of going back to the previous menu. "Favourites" button Use the Favourites button to change directly to your Favourites list. If you only have one entry in the list, this is played immediately. 1 Freecom MusicPal .1. Freecom MusicPal Rear Side: EN 1 1 2 Power Only use the cable included in delivery to connect up. Loudspeaker output Here you can connect to headphones or external box systems, for instance from your PC. 3 LAN (RJ45) The LAN connection creates the connection between the Internet or a local UPnP server. 4 LineOut Here you can connect to your stereo system. 2 3 4 14 Freecom MusicPal Functions Chapter : Freec ...