Onkyo PR-SC5508 Remote Playback from Media Server/ Personal Computer, Server Requirements

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Server Requirements

The AV controller can play digital music files stored on a computer or media server and supports the following tech- nologies:

Windows Media Player 11

Windows Media Connect 2.0

DLNA-certified media server

If the operating system of your computer is Windows Vista, Windows Media Player 11 is already installed. Windows Media Player 11 for Windows XP can be down- loaded for free from the Microsoft Web site.

The computer or media server must be on the same net- work as the AV controller.

Each folder may contain up to 20000 music files, and folders may be nested up to 16 levels deep.

Note

For some sort of media server, the AV controller may not able to recognize it, or may not able to play stored music files.

Minimum system requirements for Windows Media Player 11 for Windows XP

Operating system

Windows XP Home Edition (SP2), Windows XP Profes- sional (SP2), Windows XP Tablet PC Edition (SP2), Update Rollup 2 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (KB900325), October 2006 Update Rollup for Win- dows XP Media Center Edition (KB925766)

Processor:

233 MHz Intel Pentium II, Advanced

 

Micro Devices (AMD), etc.

 

 

Memory:

64 MB

 

 

Hard disk:

200 MB of free space

 

 

Drive:

CD or DVD drive

 

 

Modem:

28.8 kbps

 

 

Sound card:

16-bit sound card

 

 

Monitor:

Super VGA (800 x 600)

 

 

Video card:

64 MB VRAM, DirectX 9.0b

 

 

Software:

Microsoft ActiveSync (only when

 

using a Windows Mobile-based Pocket

 

PC or smartphone)

 

 

Web browser:

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or

 

Netscape 7.1

 

 

About DLNA

The Digital Living Network Alliance is an international, cross-industry collaboration. Members of DLNA develop a concept of wired and wireless interoperable networks where digital content such as photos, music, and videos can be shared through consumer electronics, personal computers, and mobile devices in and beyond the home. The AV controller certificate the DLNA Interoperability Guidelines version 1.5.

Remote Playback from Media Server/ Personal Computer

Remote Playback means you can play the music files stored on the DLNA-certified device such as media server with this product by operating the controller device in the home network.

Server Requirements

Windows Media Player 12

DLNA-certified (the DLNA Interoperability Guidelines version 1.5) media server or controller device

Setting varies depending on the device. Refer to your device’s instruction manual for details.

If the operating system of your personal computer is Win- dows 7, Windows Media Player 12 is already installed. For more information, see the Microsoft Web site.

Supported Music File Formats

See “Supported Audio File Formats” (69).

Note

For remote playback, this product does not support the following music file formats: FLAC and Ogg Vorbis.

Windows Media Player 12 Setup

This section explains how to configure Windows Media Player 12 so that the product 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 con- figuration.

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

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Contents Introduction Connections Advanced Operations Controlling iPod & Other ComponentsBoard above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm Always consider the environmental issues and follow10 cm 4 at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or Away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-likePrecautions Installing the Batteries Supplied AccessoriesUsing the Remote Controller Aiming the Remote ControllerContents Miscellaneous FeaturesProcessing Analog RGB Video Input D-sub 15 for PCV.Color is a trademark of Sony Corporation THX Ultra2 PlusMusic Optimizer is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation Front Panel Pure Audio button Hdmi Thru indicatorFront & Rear Panels ON/STANDBY buttonPhones jack Zone 2, Zone 3 and OFF buttons Return button Setup MIC jackDisplay AUX Input jacks HDMI, VIDEO, Audio L/R and Digital 19Input jacks Balance L/R 12V Trigger OUT A/B/C jacks Rear PanelFront L/R, CENTER, Surr L/R Remote Controller Controlling the AV ControllerAbout Home Theater Enjoying Home TheaterSpeaker Configuration Connecting the AV ControllerConnecting Your Speakers Connecting a Power Amplifier with RCA InputsConnecting a Power Amplifier with XLR Inputs AV controller MultichannelConnecting the Powered Subwoofers Using Dipole SpeakersBalanced XLR cable Bi-amping the Front Speakers Speaker ImpedanceConnecting a Balanced Audio Source Stereo audio source with Balanced XLR outputAV Cables and Jacks About AV ConnectionsConnected image with AV components Hdmi cableAssignment can be changed 45 to Connecting Your Components with HdmiJack Signal Components Audio return channel ARC functionJack Signal Components Assignable Connecting Your ComponentsFront Rear Auto Power On Connecting Onkyo uComponentsHow to record the video Remote ControlNorth American European and Asian Models Connecting AntennaConnecting the Power Cord AC InletWhich Connections Should I Use? Monitor Out setting set to Hdmi Main or Hdmi SubMonitor Out setting set to Both, BothMain or BothSub Video Connection FormatsDepends on the Audio TV Out setting Monitor Out setting set to AnalogFor details, refer to Video Resolution Chart Audio Connection FormatsTurning On Standby indicatorTurning On/Off the AV Controller Turning OffDisplaying Source Information Setting the Display BrightnessTOR Using the Home Menu Using the Sleep TimerMuting the AV Controller Starting Components Using Activities Using HeadphonesUsing Activities to Start Easy Macros Changing the Input DisplayUsing Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Room Correction and Speaker SetupRestoring Default Turning Off the ComponentsEnter Changing the Speaker Settings Manually Error MessagesUsing a Powered Subwoofer Listening to the Radio Using the TunerTuning into Radio Stations Listening to the RadioPresetting FM/AM Stations Using RDS excluding North American modelsListening to Traffic News TP Finding Stations by Type PTYRDS program types PTY Recording Separate AV Sources Connecting a Recording ComponentRecording AV RecordingListening Mode Buttons Using the Listening ModesSelecting Listening Modes Input Source About Listening ModesExplanatory Notes Speaker LayoutListening Modes DTS-HD Master Resolution AudioDescription Input Speaker Source Layout DTS-HD High AudioListening Mode Description Input Speaker Source Layout Music *5 Modes can be usedNeural Digital Sources such as MP3s and Internet streamsOnkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Common Procedures in Setup Menu Advanced SetupOn-screen Setup Menus MenuMonitor Out Input/Output AssignOUT Main Hdmi Input ResolutionBD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, Tape TV/CD, PHONO, Port Component Video Input ` in 1, in 2,Digital Audio Input Analog Audio InputSpeaker Setup Speaker SettingsSpeaker Distance Level CalibrationTHX Audio Setup Equalizer SettingsBGC Multiplex/Mono Audio AdjustDolby Half Mode Dolby VolumeVolume Leveler PLIIz Height GainSource Setup Dynamic Volume Reference LevelSync IntelliVolumeName Edit Picture Adjust Random NR*2*3*4*6 Resolution*2*4Mosquito NR*2*3*4*6 Block NR*2*3*4*6Listening Mode Preset DTS/DTS-ES/DTS-HD12V Trigger A/B/C Setup Volume SetupOSD Setup MiscellaneousRemote ID Hardware SetupSirius Settings North American models Multi ZoneAudio Return Channel Power ControlHdmi ControlRIHD TV ControlLock Setup Using the Audio SettingsSpeaker Levels Audyssey SettingsDolby Volume Music OptimizerRe-EQ Setting the Incoming Digital Signal Fixed ModeAudio Selector About NET Connecting the AV ControllerNetwork Requirements Listening to vTuner Internet Radio Listening to Internet RadioListening to Other Internet Radio Playing Music Files on a Server Registering Presets*1Station and Song Presets Items on the Internet Radio Top MenuWindows Media Player 11 Setup WAV Supported Audio File FormatsWMA AACServer Requirements Windows Media Player 12 SetupRemote Playback from Media Server/ Personal Computer About DlnaNetwork Settings Using Remote PlaybackDhcp USB Mass Storage Device Requirements List of the device’s contents appearsAbout USB Playing Music Files on a USB DeviceFolder1 02SongTrack2 Artist Album 011234 Multi Zone Connecting ZoneConnecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Zone 2 Video OutputZone 2 Maximum Volume, Zone 3 Maximum Volume Setting the Multi ZoneConnecting Your Zone 3 Speakers Zone 2 Out, Zone 3 OutControlling Zone 2/3 from the AV controller Using Zone 2/3Zone 2 Power On Volume, Zone 3 Power On Volume Zone 2 Component OutAdjusting the Tone and Balance of Zones Controlling Zone 2/3 with the Remote ControllerAdjusting the Volume for Zones Muting ZonesUsing the 12V Triggers Trigger OUT B and CUsing a Multiroom Kit with a Cabinet Using a Multiroom Kit with Zone 2/3Using a Multiroom Kit with Other Components Playing Music Files on the iPod/iPhone Standard Mode controlExtended Mode control Top screen listModels sold are different depending on the region Connecting an Onkyo DockOnkyo Dock Cable Using the Onkyo Dock UP-A1 DockWithout the RI Control Controlling Your iPodRI Dock With the RI ControlUDock Available buttonsOnkyo Dock Buttons UP-A1 Dock E/rENTER PLAYLISTe/rLooking up for Remote Control Code Preprogrammed Remote Control CodesControlling Other Components Or if you are not sure about the exact model Use q/wto select Search by model numberVia network, and then press Enter Select Skip, and then press EnterRemote Mode BD/DVD Entering Remote Control CodesRemote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via u TapeYou can reset the remote controller to its default settings Resetting Remote Mode ButtonsResetting the Remote Controller Controlling Other ComponentsTV VOL q/w Components ButtonsCassettetape deck CH + Disc +Activities Setup Following buttons cannot learn new commands Learning CommandsTo learn more commands, repeat steps 2 Remote MODE, ALL OFF, MY MOVIE, MY TV, MY Music and ModeMaking Macros Using Normal MacrosDeleting Learning Commands Running MacrosCan’t turn on the AV controller TroubleshootingStandby indicator flashes red There’s no sound, or it’s very quietAbout DTS signals There’s no sound with a certain signal formatCan’t select the Pure Audio listening mode Only the center speaker produces soundThere’s no picture from a source connected to an Hdmi Remote controller doesn’t workThere’s no picture On-screen menus don’t appearCan’t access the music files on a USB device Can’t learn commands from another remote controllerCan’t access the server or Internet radio Stand-by power consumptionDisplay doesn’t work Sound changes when I connect my headphonesSpeaker distance cannot be set as required How do I change the language of a multiplex sourceImportant Note Regarding Video Playback Nent Video Monitor OUTVideo Section SpecificationsAmplifier Section Tuner SectionSupported Audio Formats About HdmiAbout Copyright Protection About p-compatible components Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or RecorderOperations that can be performed with p connection Confirm the settings How to connect and setupConfirm the connecting and setting Operate with the remote controllerUpdating the Firmware via Network Firmware UpdateUpdate procedure Before you startErrors during update via network TroubleshootingUpdating the Firmware via USB Errors during update via USB Video Resolution Chart OutputOnkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH UK Branch