Onkyo HT-RC360 Playing Music Files on a Server, Remote Playback, Windows Media Player 11 Setup

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Playing Music Files on a Server

You need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (page 71).

This section explains how to play music files on a computer or media server through the AV receiver (Server Playback).

1

Start your computer or media server.

2

Press NET.

 

The “NET” screen appears. The NET indicator

 

lights. If it flashes, confirm the network connection.

3

Use q/w/e/rto select “dlna”, and press ENTER.

 

 

 

Tip

 

 

• To go back to the previous screen, press RETURN.

4

Use q/wto select a server, and then press ENTER.

 

The menu is displayed according to the server

 

functions.

Note

The search function does not work with media servers which do not support this function.

Photos and movies stored on a media server cannot be accessed from the AV receiver.

Depending on the sharing settings in the media server, the AV receiver may not able to access the content. See the instruction manual of the media server.

5 Use q/wto select an item, and then press ENTER or 1to start playback.

My favorite song 1

0 : 11

Artist name

My favorite album

Note

Depending on the media server, 5/4/3may not work.

If the message “No Item.” appears, this means that no information can be retrieved from the server. In this case, check your server, network, and AV receiver connections.

Windows Media Player 11 Setup

This section explains how to configure Windows Media Player 11 so that the AV receiver can play the music files stored on your computer.

1

Start Windows Media Player 11.

2

On the “Library” menu, select “Media Sharing”.

 

The “Media Sharing” dialog box appears.

3

Select the “Share my media” check box, and then

 

click “OK”.

4

Select the AV receiver in the list, and then click

 

“Allow”.

5

Click “OK” to close the dialog box.

This completes the Windows Media Player 11 configuration.

You can now play the music files in your Windows Media Player 11 library through the AV receiver.

Tip

Windows Media Player 11 can be downloaded for free from the Microsoft web site.

Remote Playback

You need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (page 71).

Remote Playback means you can play the music files stored on a media server or personal computer with the AV receiver by operating the controller device in the home network.

Windows Media Player 12 Setup

This section explains how to configure Windows Media Player 12 so that the AV receiver can play the music files stored on your personal computer.

1

Start Windows Media Player 12.

2

On the “Stream” menu, select “Turn on media

 

streaming”.

 

A dialog box appears.

3

Move your cursor and click on “Turn on media

 

streaming”.

 

A list of media server appears. Wording may vary

 

slightly depending on the network location.

4

Select the product in the list, and then click

 

“Allowed”.

5

Click “OK” to close the dialog box.

This completes the Windows Media Player 12 configuration.

You can now play the music files in your Windows Media Player 12 library.

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Contents HT-RC360 10 cm 4 at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or Local regulations when disposing of batteriesBoard above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm Away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-likePrecautions Make sure you have the following accessories Supplied AccessoriesInstalling the batteries Aiming the remote controllerContents Services available may vary depending on the region FeaturesAmplifier ProcessingPage Front Panel Front & Rear PanelsFor detailed information, see the pages in parentheses DisplayUREMOTE Control jack Power cordSee Connecting the AV Receiver for connection pages 12 to Rear PanelControlling the AV Receiver Remote ControllerConnecting Your Speakers Connecting the AV ReceiverConnecting the Speaker Cables Speaker Connection Precautions Speaker ConfigurationAttaching the Speaker Cable Labels Bi-amping the Front Speakers Using a Powered SubwooferAbout AV Connections Connecting AV componentsAV Cables and Jacks Hdmi cableAudio Return Channel ARC function Connecting Components with HdmiJack Components Assignable How to record a video source Connecting Your ComponentsJack/Port Components Assignable Connecting a Recording Component Connecting Onkyo uComponentsSystem On/Auto Power On Remote ControlConnecting the Power Cord Connecting the AntennasBe careful not to injure yourself when using thumbtacks Plug the power cord into an AC wall outletTurning On Turning On/Off the AV ReceiverTurning Off AV receiver comes on, the display lightsSelecting the Language for the Onscreen Setup Menus Controlling Contents of USB or Network DevicesPlayback Playing the Connected ComponentPlaying an iPod/iPhone via USB Understanding Icons on the DisplayEnter Listening to Internet Radio Playing a USB DeviceRegistering My Favorites*1 Listening to Other Internet RadioTop menu of Internet Radio Windows Media Player 12 Setup Windows Media Player 11 SetupPlaying Music Files on a Server Remote PlaybackUsing the Tuner Using Remote PlaybackTuning into Radio Stations Listening to AM/FM RadioUsing RDS Chinese models Presetting AM/FM StationsMode Finding Stations by Type PTY Displaying Radio Text RTListening to Traffic News TP Using the Automatic Speaker Setup Using Basic FunctionsMeasurement procedure When prompted, repeat step When you’ve finished making the settings, press` Cancel Use q/wto select a target, and use e/rto change the settingChanging the Speaker Setup Manually Error MessagesSelecting Listening Modes Using the Listening ModesAbout Listening Modes Following audio formats are supported by the listening modeExplanatory Notes Input SourceListening Modes Onkyo-Original DSP Listening ModesDolby Pro Logic Resolution AudioDolby Pro Logic IIz HeightAudyssey DSX *8 Listening Mode Description Input Speaker Source Layout Neo6Using the Sleep Timer Using the Home MenuSetting the Display Brightness Displaying Source Information Using the Music OptimizerChanging the Input Display VCR/DVRMuting the AV Receiver Using HeadphonesRecording AV RecordingOn-screen Setup Menus Advanced SetupCommon Procedures in Setup Menu Explanatory NotesInput/Output Assign ResolutionMonitor Out Hdmi InputSpeaker Settings Speaker SetupComponent Video Input Digital Audio InputSpeaker Impedance Chinese models Powered ZoneSpeakers Type Front FrontLevel Calibration Speaker DistanceDouble Bass UnitMultiplex/Mono Audio AdjustDolby Theater-Dimensional Source SetupAudyssey DSX AudysseyReference Level Dynamic VolumeSync IntelliVolumeName Edit Picture Adjust Audio Selector Charge ModeVolume Setup Listening Mode PresetMiscellaneous DTS/DTS-ES/DTS-HDOSD Setup Tuner Hardware SetupRemote ID Auto Standby Network Firmware UpdateDhcp Lock Setup Remote Controller SetupUsing the Audio Settings Music Optimizer Late Night CinemaFILTERLate Night Music OptimizerConnecting the Zone Speakers to an Additional Amplifier Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiverZone Making Zone 2 ConnectionsOperating on the remote controller Adjusting the Volume for ZoneControlling Zone 2 Components Muting ZoneIPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock Using the Onkyo DockUP-A1 Dock RI Dock Controlling Your iPod/iPhoneWith the RI Control Without the RI ControlAvailable buttons Looking up for Remote Control Code Preprogrammed Remote Control CodesEntering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsResetting Remote Mode Buttons Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via uResetting the Remote Controller Controlling Other ComponentsButtons Input TV VOL q / w SetupGuide SearchPower TroubleshootingAudio Video Tuner Remote ControllerUP-A1 Dock for iPod/iPhone Zone RecordingMusic Server and Internet Radio USB Device PlaybackOthers Component Video OUT Important Note Regarding Video PlaybackConnecting to the Network Network/USB FeaturesNetwork Requirements USB Device Requirements Server RequirementsServer playback Remote playbackAbout Dlna Supported Audio File FormatsUpdate procedure Firmware UpdateUpdating the Firmware via Network Before you startErrors during an update via network TroubleshootingError Code Description Updating the Firmware via USBErrors during an update via USB Signal Selection Connection Tips and Video Signal PathVideo Connection Formats OUT Audio Connection FormatsSupported Audio Formats About HdmiAbout Copyright Protection About p-compatible components Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or RecorderOperations that can be performed with Connection Confirm the connecting and setting How to connect and setupConfirm the settings Operate with the remote controllerAmplifier Section General SpecificationsVideo Section Tuner SectionAvailable resolutions 3840 ⋅ 2160 24/25/30 Hz Video Resolution ChartOutput 1080p 1080i 720p 480p/576p 480i/576i Component CompositeOnkyo Europe Electronics GmbH UK Branch Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH

HT-RC360 specifications

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