LINKSYS WML11B Wireless-B Media Link for Music User Manual Book
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® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2.4 GHz Wireless-B 802.11b Media Link for Music WIRELESS Model No. WML11B/WMLS11B User Guide Wireless-B Media Link for Music Copyright and Trademarks Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. How to Use this Guide This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Media Link easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this Guide: This checkmark means there is a Note of interest and is something you should pay special attention to while using the Media Link. This exclamation point means there is a Caution or Warning and is something that could damage your property or the Media Link. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you might need to do while using the Media Link. In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this: word: definition. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the “List of Figures” section in the “Table of Contents”. WML11B_WMLS11B-UG-40329NC JL Wireless-B Media Link for Music Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this Guide? Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music System Front Panel Back Panel Remote Controller Speakers (Optional) Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup Overview Connection to a Wired Network for Setup Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Overview Running the Setup Wizard Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System Overview Connecting the Media Link to Its Speakers (Optional) Connecting to the Media Link to Your Stereo Connecting the Media Link to Your Network Using the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link Installing the Media Server Software Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Overview LCD Menu Icons Playlist Menu Favorites Menu Browse Menu 10 10 10 16 17 17 17 19 21 22 26 26 28 28 29 30 30 30 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Internet Radio Menu Media Server Menu Network Setup Menu Network Status Menu Update Radio List Menu EQ Menu Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Overview Login Setup Favorites Password Status Help Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C: Planning Your Use of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Overview Using the Media Link as Part of Your Wireless Network Using the Media Link as Part of Your Wired Network Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware Appendix E: Windows Help Appendix F: Glossary Appendix G: Specifications Appendix H: Warranty Information Appendix I: Regulatory Information Appendix J: Contact Information 31 31 31 36 36 36 37 37 37 38 40 41 42 43 44 44 45 47 47 47 49 49 49 49 50 51 52 57 59 60 61 Wireless-B Media Link for Music List of Figures Figure 2-1: Media Link Front Panel Figure 2-2: Media Link Back Panel Figure 2-3: Remote Controller Figure 2-4: Right Speaker Back Panel Figure 2-5: Left Speaker Back Panel Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 3-2: Connect the Media Link’s Power Figure 3-3: Insert the Base Plate Figure 4-1: Welcome Screen Figure 4-2: License Agreement Screen Figure 4-3: Connection for Setup Screen Figure 4-4: Media Link Selection Screen Figure 4-5: Connection after Setup Screen Figure 4-6: Basic Settings Screen Figure 4-7: Basic Wireless Settings Screen Figure 4-8: Wireless Security Settings Screen Figure 4-9: Confirmation Screen Figure 4-10: Media Services Screen Figure 4-11: Congratulations Screen Figure 4-12: Musicmatch Jukebox Icons Figure 4-13: CD Lookup/Connectivity Tab Figure 5-1: Connecting the Media Link to Its Speakers (WMLS11B only) Figure 5-2: Attaching the Right Speaker Figure 5-3: Connecting the RCA Cable to the Right Speaker Figure 5-4: Connecting the Speakers Figure 5-5: Connecting the Power Cord to the Right Speaker Figure 5-6: Connecting the Media Link to Your Stereo Figure 5-7: Connecting the RCA Cable to Your Stereo 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 18 18 18 18 19 20 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Figure 5-8: Connecting the Optical Cable to Your Stereo Figure 5-9: Connect the Power Figure 5-10: Wireless Network Icon Figure 5-11: Wired Network Icon Figure 5-12: Main Menu Screen Figure 5-13: Network Setup Screen Figure 5-14: Wireless Screen Figure 5-15: SSID Screen Figure 5-16: Network Type Screen Figure 5-17: Encryption Screen Figure 5-18: Site Survey Screen Figure 5-19: TCP/IP Screen Figure 5-20: IP Address Screen Figure 5-21: Welcome Screen Figure 5-22: Musicmatch Jukebox Icons Figure 5-23: CD Lookup/Connectivity Tab Figure 6-1: Main Menu Screen Figure 6-2: Song Playing Screen Figure 6-3: Wired Network Figure 6-4: Wireless Network Figure 6-5: No Network Signal Figure 6-6: Music Track Playing Figure 6-7: Music Track Paused Figure 6-8: Mute Music Track Figure 6-9: Shuffle Music Tracks Figure 6-10: Repeat Music Track Figure 6-11: Repeat All Music Tracks Figure 6-12: Playlist Screen Figure 6-13: Favorites Screen Figure 6-14: Browse Screen 20 21 21 21 22 22 23 23 23 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 28 28 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 30 30 30 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Figure 6-15: Internet Radio Screen Figure 6-16: Media Server Screen Figure 6-17: Network Setup Screen Figure 6-18: Device Name Screen Figure 6-19: Wireless Screen Figure 6-20: SSID Screen Figure 6-21: Network Type Screen Figure 6-22: Encryption Screen Figure 6-23: Key Screen Figure 6-24: Site Survey Screen Figure 6-25: TCP/IP Screen Figure 6-26: IP Address Screen Figure 6-27: Proxy Screen Figure 6-28: Hostname Screen Figure 6-29: Device Name Screen Figure 6-30: Update Radio List Screen Figure 6-31: EQ Screen Figure 7-1: Password Screen Figure 7-2: Setup Tab Figure 7-3: Security Setting Screen Figure 7-4: Favorites Tab Figure 7-5: Password Tab Figure 7-6: Status Tab Figure 7-7: Help Tab Figure C-1: Example of a Wireless Network Figure C-2: Example of a Wired Network Figure D-1: Firmware Upgrade Screen Figure D-2: Congratulations Screen 31 31 31 32 32 32 33 33 33 34 34 34 35 35 36 36 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 49 49 50 50 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-B Media Link for Music. This Media Link lets you send the digital music stored on your computer to your stereo, without running cables through the house. You can also listen to music streaming from your favorite Internet radio station. And with the powered speakers included with the Wireless-B Music System, you can hear your digital music collection wherever you don’t have a stereo, such as the patio or kitchen. How does the Media Link for Music do all of this? The Wireless-B Media Link for Music sits by your home stereo and connects to it using standard audio cables. Then it connects to your home network by Wireless-B (802.11b) networking, or if you prefer, it can be connected via standard 10/100 Ethernet cabling. Using the included remote control and the user-friendly menus on the Media Link’s LCD screen, you can browse through the digital music tracks by album, artist, genre, or playlist. Choose the music you want, and let the Wireless-B Media Link for Music play it through your stereo system. Use the instructions in this Guide to help you integrate the Media Link for Music into your network. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music. Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome 802.11b: an IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. Ethernet: an IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. Wireless-B Media Link for Music What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B Media Link for Music. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Media Link’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music System This chapter describes the physical features of the Media Link, its Remote Controller, and optional speakers. • Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Media Link to your network before you run the Setup Wizard. • Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for Music This chapter instructs you on how to use the Setup Wizard for setup and configuration of the Media Link. It also explains how to configure the Media Server software on your PC, so you can send music files to the Media Link. • Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System This chapter explains how to connect the Media Link to its speakers (optional) and/or your stereo system. If you prefer to set up the Media Link using its LCD menus, without using a computer, then refer to this chapter. • Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music This chapter describes the menus available through the front panel LCD screen, so you can easily select music tracks or Internet radio stations. • Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music This chapter describes the utility, which lets you designate your favorite Internet radio stations and change the Media Link’s settings. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Media Link. • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take to help protect your wireless network. • Appendix C: Planning Your Use of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music This appendix explains how you can integrate the Wireless-B Media Link into your network. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this Guide? Wireless-B Media Link for Music • Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the Media Link’s firmware using its Firmware Upgrade Utility. • Appendix E: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol. • Appendix F: Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking. • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Media Link. • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Media Link. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Media Link. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this Guide?
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