Philips SLA5500 user manual Selecting a Network Type, Selecting Encryption Settings

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Selecting a Network Type

If the LCD screen displays ‘Select Network Type’: (See ‘Network Environments Supported’ for a more complete description of network types.)

1Press 4 to choose an option, then press 2.

2Choose ‘Infrastructure’ if you have a base station. -OR-

Choose ‘Ad-hoc’ if the SLA5500 is connecting directly to the PC’s wireless adapter.

Selecting Encryption Settings

If the LCD screen displays ‘Select Encryption’ or ‘Edit Key 1’:

1Press 4 to choose an option, then press 2.

2Choose ‘No’ if no encryption is used on the wireless network or ‘WEP’ if WEP encryption is used.

3If you choose ‘Yes’, you will prompted to enter the WEP Key. If a key already exists in the current profile, asterisks (***) will be displayed in place of the actual key. See ‘Entering Text in Edit Mode’.

Note: See the user manual of your wireless base station for details on how to identify the WEP Key.

4Press 2 when you have finished entering the key. The Key Type and Key Length will be displayed in the top right of the LCD screen, based on what you have entered: i.e. ASCII or Hex, 64 or 128 bit.

Note: By default, Key Index 1 will be used. To use another Key Index, see ‘Managing Multiple Key Indexes’.

Selecting Network IP Settings

If the LCD screen displays ‘Network IP Settings’:

1Press 4 to choose an option, then press 2.

2Choose ‘Automatic (DHCP)’ if you are using DHCP or Auto IP on the network or ‘Static IP Address’ if the SLA5500 will need a fixed IP address.

3If you choose ‘Static IP Address’, you will be prompted to edit/confirm the SLA5500's IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, DNS Server Preferred and DNS Server Alternate.

Press 2 after confirming/entering each IP address.

Completing the Configuration

1When all required settings have been entered, the Configuration Wizard will display the message: ‘Configuration Complete...Apply Settings?’.

2If you are modifying an existing profile, press 2 to display the Save to Profile menu. Press 4 to choose a profile in which to save the new settings.

3Press 2 to finish. The message ‘Configuration Wizard...Applying Settings’ or ‘Configuration Wizard...Saved to Profile xxx.’ will be briefly displayed, depending on whether you are applying changes to the active profile or to a different profile. The Configuration Wizard will then display the home menu.

Note: If the message No Network or another error message appears, the SLA5500 was unable to connect to an available wireless network. Please see ‘Troubleshooting’.

Uploading New Software to the SLA5500

Check www.philips.com/support for new software versions. When new software becomes available, the Software Upload Wizard in the Philips Wireless Music Receiver PC Utility will help you to install it on your SLA5500.

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Contents SLA5500 Need help? Contact lineCountry Telephone number Page ENContents Important information Safety PrecautionsQuick start guide What’s in the boxAudio System requirementsPersonal Computer PC NetworkFunctional overview Wireless Music Receiver Infrared sensorLCD screen Digit buttonsMute Mutes the sound 16 OKNavigating the menu ConfigurationLCD Menu Structure HomeWireless Music Receiver LCD Screen Icons Navigating in the LCD screen menusDescription Installing Philips Media Manager Key FeaturesPreparing Your PC Installing the Philips Wireless Music Receiver PC Utility Adding files to the Media ManagerOpening and closing the Media Manager window MAC Address Control on the Wireless Network Enabling Internet Connection Sharing on Your PCClick Yes Using Windows XP Service Pack Page Connecting the SLA5500 Installing your SLA5500Make sure that your wireless network is active Before You StartNetwork Information needed by the Configuration Wizard ConfigurationIntroduction Prompt Option SelectedConfiguration Wizard Configuration Wizard MenuStarting the Configuration Wizard Changing network settingsEntering Text in Edit Mode Selecting a NetworkSelecting Network IP Settings Selecting Encryption SettingsCompleting the Configuration Selecting a Network TypeSLA5500 must be connected to the wireless network Powering on the SLA5500ENOperation Listening to Music FilesMusic File Remote Control Functions Following remote control functions can be used in Play modePlaying Music Files Saving Favorite Music Items Saving an Item to a Preset NumberViewing Song Information Example Display Text ExplanationSaving Items to the Dynamic Playlist Selecting and Playing a Preset ItemPlaying Items from the Dynamic Playlist Replacing Items on the Dynamic PlaylistConfiguration Menu Structure Advanced ConfigurationEnabled or Disabled Yes or NoViewing Network Status Settings List of Network Status SettingsSetting Explanation Changing Settings for the Currently Active Network Profile Managing Network ProfilesChanging your display menu language Changing Settings for a Non-Active Network Profile Managing Multiple Key IndexesTurning Profile Management Off Editing the Device Name Performing a Hard Reset to Factory SettingsStarting the Philips Wireless Music Receiver PC Utility Default Profile Settings Viewing Existing Network ProfilesActivating a Different Network Profile Editing a Network Profile Uploading New Software to the SLA5500 Verifying that a Wireless Music Link is Available on NetworkSLA5500 Error Code TroubleshootingENError Code Explanation File permissions on music file are incorrectTerm or Abbreviation Meaning ENGlossaryCommon Firewall Configurations Extra informationTechnical Information 0682

SLA5500 specifications

The Philips SLA5500 is a remarkable audio device that combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features, making it a popular choice among music enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.

One of the standout features of the SLA5500 is its exceptional sound quality. Designed with advanced acoustic technologies, this speaker delivers clear highs, rich mid-tones, and deep bass, ensuring an immersive audio experience. The device utilizes dynamic sound processing, allowing for the calibration of audio output to suit different music genres, whether it be classical, rock, or electronic.

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Moreover, the Philips SLA5500 is optimized for easy setup with intuitive controls. The user interface is designed to be straightforward, enabling anyone to operate the device with minimal effort.

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