English manual Version 11.11.04 CE Declaration We: TerraTec Electronic GmbH, Herrenpfad 38, D-41334 Nettetal, Germany hereby declare that the product: ReceiverSystem NOXON Audio to which this declaration refers is in compliance with the following standards or standardizing documents: 1. EN 55022 Class B 2. EN 55024 The following are the stipulated operating and environmental conditions for said compliance: residential, business and commercial environments and small-company environments. This declaration is based on: Test report(s) of the EMC testing laboratory The information in this document is subject to change without notice and shall not be deemed as a warranty by the seller. No warranties, express or implied, are made with regard to the quality, suitability or accuracy of this document. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the contents of this document and/or the associated products at any time without the provision of prior notice to specific persons or organizations. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages of any kind arising from the use, or the inability to use this product or its documentation, even if the possibility of such damage is known. The information in this document is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or for any purpose without the express written permission of the copyright holders. Product and brand names contained in this document are used for identification purposes only. All registered trademarks, product designations or brand names used in this document are the registered property of their respective owners. ©TerraTec® Electronic GmbH, 1994 - 2004. All rights reserved (11.11.04). This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of NEMS. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from NEMS or an authorized NEMS subsidiary. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. 2 ReceiverSystem NOXON Audio (English) Contents Welcome..................................................................................................................................4 Setup, safety and care information. ........................................................................................ 6 From opening the package to installation ................................................................................7 Connections. .......................................................................................................................... 8 Network integration--one way or the other. ............................................................................ 9 Setting up a direct (ad hoc) connection to your PC. ................................................................10 Preparing to use the device with a wireless router. ................................................................ 13 Hello, here we are: SSID broadcast. ....................................................................................... 13 To identify or not to identify: the MAC address....................................................................... 14 Sometimes required: a fixed IP. ............................................................................................. 14 But now, switch on the NOXON. ............................................................................................. 15 The universal network configuration wizard. .......................................................................... 15 Playback options. ..................................................................................................................18 Playing MP3/WMA files from the local network. .....................................................................19 Receiving Internet radio. ........................................................................................................ 21 The remote control................................................................................................................ 22 Buttons and their functions. ................................................................................................. 22 Entering text with the remote control. ....................................................................................23 The configuration menu .........................................................................................................24 Your own music server. ..........................................................................................................25 Installing Musicmatch............................................................................................................25 Firing up the UPnP server. ......................................................................................................27 UPnP media server alternatives. ........................................................................................... 28 The application--the NOXON Manager.................................................................................. 29 Configuring devices via the NOXON Manager.........................................................................30 Updating the firmware. .......................................................................................................... 31 Appendix. ..............................................................................................................................33 Geeks only--building your own Favorites from links...............................................................33 FAQ--frequently-asked questions and their answers. ............................................................35 Technical glossary .................................................................................................................39 Service at TerraTec................................................................................................................. 41 ReceiverSystem NOXON Audio (English) 3 Welcome. We're pleased that you've chosen a TerraTec product and would like to congratulate you on your decision. This attractive playback module provides convenient access to audio libraries within your home network, and to a vast number of online radio stations on the Internet. The NOXON audio Media library. This device integrates easily in your existing wireless network (wireless LAN, WLAN or WiFi) and supports both 802.11b and 802.11g standards. Simply add a media server to your network and your complete collection of MP3 and WMA audio files will be available anywhere in your home. Needless to say, the more powerful the transmitter performance of your router, the greater the range will be. Always online. The NOXON is an ideal complement to your DSL or other broadband Internet connection. With a flat-rate connection, you can use the NOXON to enjoy the wide selection of MP3 radio stations on the Internet, regardless of whether you access the Internet via your desktop, laptop or router. And to make sure you never lose your overview, choose the hottest stations from the convenient list updated daily by the VTuner Premium Service. Hand and glove. The NOXON not only has a fixed MAC address, but it also supports WEP encryption and proxy servers to ensure a long and happy integration in your network. Don't worry if these terms don't mean anything to you right now--we'll walk you through the setup on the following pages so that you'll be up and running in no time, even as a network newbie. 4 ReceiverSystem NOXON Audio (English) Last but not least. As you've probably noticed, we can't help but praise our little baby extravagantly at every opportunity. We hope you enjoy your NOXON audio as much as we do, and would like to suggest that you browse this manual in detail when you get the chance. In addition to the important information about the use of its technology, we have outlined a number of typical applications wherever appropriate. We're convinced that even experienced users will profit from this guide. Thank you very much. ...your TerraTec Team ReceiverSystem NOXON Audio (English) 5 You need to be aware of some basic information before you start ... Setup, safety and care information. · · · · · · · Please place the device on an even, dry surface to prevent fire and electrical shock hazards as well as possible damage to the player itself. Keep it away from radiators and ensure that the player is at a safe distance from other HiFi devices to prevent overheating. Do not stack (HiFi) devices without feet on top of the player and be especially careful not to place objects filled with liquids such as vases or bottles on your sound module. Be sure that the voltage is correct before connecting the power supply. (Details are printed on the power supply itself.) If you are not going to use the device for an extended period, disconnect it from the power supply. To avoid short circuits, never pull on the cable itself. In addition, be sure to unplug the device from the AC outlet in the event of a thunderstorm. If the device has been exposed to extreme differences in temperature, allow it to adjust to the room temperature for one hour before plugging it in. Condensation may have formed inside the device which could impair its functionality. Use a dry or slightly moistened, lint-free cloth to clean the NOXON. Do not use cleaning products as they may damage the finish of the unit. · To put it simply, just use the device sensibly. The warranty does not cover deliberate damage to the device. Thank you. 6 ReceiverSystem NOXON Audio (English) From opening the package to installation Start by making sure that the contents of the package are complete. The NOXON package should contain at least the following items: The NOXON receiver module, together with two fashionable plastic feet, a device-specific power supply, an audio cable (3.5 mm minijack to RCA), as well as: · · · · a software CD, this manual, a service request form, an infrared remote control including batteries, and a TerraTec registration card with the serial number. So, before you put your powerful new worldwide receiver into operation, please check the configuration of your system and network to ensure that they correspond to the minimum requirements listed on the package. We cannot guarantee its correct operation if your environment does not meet these requirements. Unfortunately, it's impossible to cover the topic of networking without juggling the occasional bit of cryptic terminology. That's why we've included a glossary on page 39, as well as a FAQ with the answers to the most common questions. But first, let's ensure that the NOXON is correctly connected to your stereo and the power supply. ReceiverSystem NOXON Audio (English) 7 Connections. Once you have removed the packaging material, connect the NOXON to an AC outlet using the included power supply. The plug of the power supply can only be inserted in one of the two sockets on the device. Please use only the included power supply with the NOXON. While some universal power supplies have the same plug and voltage, their amperage isn't high enough. Should you need a replacement, please contact our service. But now let's connect it to your sound system. The audio output operates at line level. It's suitable for connecting to a line input of your stereo (labeled CD, AUX or VIDEO, for example) or an active speaker system such as those connected to many PCs and especially those of the thoughtfully-designed TerraTec product range. The included audio cable is designed for this connection. The audio output is not suitable for connecting headphones. Please use the headphone socket of your amplifier or speaker system instead. Before making the connection to your amplifier, please make sure the volume is at a suitable level to prevent damage to your hardware or your ears. Now that the cabling is in place, here's some basic information related to the network. 8 ReceiverSystem NOXON Audio (English) Network integration--one way or the other. Before we actually start setting up the NOXON, we have to make a distinction between two different ways of integrating the audio adapter. Ad hoc connection NOXON audio A - direct communication. On one hand, you may wish to set up the NOXON to communicate directly with your desktop or laptop PC, from device to device without an access point (AP). A wireless device-to-device connection is known as an ad hoc network, from Latin: "for this purpose only". AP - access point NOXON audio B - via the router. The other type of connection can already be deduced clearly from the firs ...