Niles Audio DMS4 manual Organizing your music collection, Playlists, Creating a New Playlist

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these options, refer to the Editing the Audio Library chapter on page 27.

The Play Queue

Any item in your Audio Library can be selected for playback in one of two ways:

Press the OPlay key to begin playback immediately, ending playback of any current music selection

Press the MAdd key and select the [Play Queue] option

Press the äAdd key to add the selected item to the end of the play queue. For example, if you are currently playing an album, the item you have selected will not begin playing until the album has finished

Alternatively:

Press the OAdd & Show key to add the selected item to the play queue and display the play queue screen

To display the play queue:

Display the Now Playing screen by pressing the Now Playing key on your DMS4 Digital Music Server remote control

Press the T key to display the play queue

organizing your music collection

This chapter describes the features built into your DMS4 Digital Music Server to help you organize the music in your Audio Library, including information about creating playlists of your favorite tracks, deleting albums or tracks you no longer want to store, and naming albums, tracks, and artists.

playlists

Your DMS4 Digital Music Server allows you to create your own selections, called playlists, and identify them with a name of your choice. For example, you could select your favorite party tracks from a number of different albums and include them in a playlist called Party Music. You can then play your selection simply by choosing the appropriate playlist from the Playlist screen.

Creating a New Playlist

Display the Audio Library by pressing the àLibrary key on your DMS4 Digital Music Server remote control

Press the U or V keys to highlight the Playlists option and press the OSelect key

The following screen will be displayed, listing your existing playlists:

Fig. 3-22 DMS4 TV Interface showing Play Queue

To remove a selection from the play queue

Use the U or V keys to highlight the selection you would like to remove from the queue

Press the PDelete key

To clear the play queue

Press the äOptions key and choose Clear Play Queue To move a selection in the play queue

Press the pMark key twice to place a îMove symbol next to the selection you wish to move

Use the U or V keys to move the selection to a new place in the play queue

Press the pMark key again to remove the îMove symbol

To save a play queue as a playlist

You can save a play queue as a playlist so that you can listen to the same collection of music at a later time.

From the Play Queue screen press the äOptions key on your DMS4 Digital Music Server remote control

Choose Save Play Queue as playlist... and, in the screen that appears, enter a name for the play list using the alphanumeric keypad

Press the OOk key and the current play queue will now be available as a playlist in the Audio Library

Fig. 4-1 DMS4 TV interface Playlists screen

Press the MNew key on your DMS4 Digital Music Server remote control

Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter a name for the new playlist and press the OOk key

Your new playlist will now appear in the list.

Adding Music to a Playlist

You can add music from your Audio Library to a playlist from any library screen, by using the MAdd key on your DMS4 Digital Music Server remote control.

For example, to add an album to a playlist:

Press the àLibrary key on your DMS4 Digital Music Server remote control to display the Audio Library

Press the U or V keys to highlight Albums and press the OSelect key to display the albums list

Use the U or V keys to highlight the album you wish to add to a playlist

Press the MAdd to... key

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Contents DMS4 Automatic Shutdown Installer notesContents Precautions Important Safety Instructions Canadian model Important Safety NoticesEuropean model Information to UserFeatures and Benefits Features BenefitsUnpacking the Box Contents IntroductionFront view Controls and connectionsAnalog OUT 1,2,3,4 Rear viewRemote control Configuring your remote to control other devices Switching on and offVolume control via the Remote Remote control use in a multi- room systemTo configure the remote controller with a default output Basic connections Connecting your DMS4 Digital Music ServerExample connection of a DMS4 in a multi-room audio system Control SolutionsMain menu Recording and playing musicRecording from a CD Recording MusicListening to Music While Recording a CD Playing a CDExplanation of the DMS4 Tracks TV interface Playing musicDisplaying the Audio Library Playing music from the audio libraryBrowsing the Audio Library by Track Browsing the Audio Library by AlbumBrowsing the Audio Library by Genre Browsing the Audio Library by ArtistBrowsing the Audio Library by Era Browsing the Audio Library by YearBrowsing Playlists in the Audio Library Playing the Entire Library Browsing Presets in the Audio LibraryMark function Search functionTo delete multiple albums from the Audio Library To delete all the albums by a particular artistNow Playing Screen Controlling Playback Switching Audio OutputsNow Playing Screen Options Playlists Organizing your music collectionCreating a New Playlist Adding Music to a PlaylistStoring a Preset PresetsEditing Playlists Editing Album Information Editing the audio libraryEditing Track Information Editing Genre, Year and Era namesDeleting Albums and Tracks via the DMS4 TV interface Deleting Albums and TracksDisplaying Playback Information Front panel interfaceBrowsing Albums in the Audio Library Recording or Playing a CDOnline Updates Configuring Setup OptionsUser Interface Descriptions IntellicONTROL ICS Wall-Mounted IREMOTE interfaceSDMS4 and IntelliControl ICS User Interface Functionality Playing Music from the DMS4 Library using The Contact Keypad13 ICS Contact interface the Years and Eras screens Connection Settings System setTINGSEdit Ethernet Settings Assigned Ethernet SettingsUser Interface Settings TV SettingsSoftware Update Settings Network Back Up SettingsMedia Transfer Settings CD Record SettingsOutput Configuration XiVALink SettingsAccessing the Remote User Interface Using your DMS4 Digital Music Server with a home computerRemote user interface Supported SoftwareMedia transfer Accessing Media TransferImporting Files to your DMS4 Digital Music Server Transferring Music to your Portable Player using iTunesExporting Files from your DMS4 Digital Music Server Network Restore Network back up and restoreNetwork Back Up Appendix a Finlux Marshal Salora AMP Terms Conditions Microsoft End-User LicenSe Agreement Trademark Information Macromedia Flash Run-Time Distribution LicenseGracenote End-User License Agreement General Analog Audio Characteristics typicalVideo Outputs Audio Outputs0 0 B U Y H I F I w w w. n i l e s a u d i o . c o m

DMS4 specifications

Niles Audio DMS4 is a sophisticated digital multi-source and multi-zone audio system designed for the modern home. This versatile system is perfect for audiophiles and casual listeners alike, offering unparalleled flexibility and control over audio distribution throughout a residence.

One of the main features of the DMS4 is its ability to deliver high-quality audio across multiple zones. The system supports up to four different audio sources and can serve up to four distinct zones. This means that family members can enjoy different music in various rooms simultaneously, catering to diverse tastes and preferences without disturbance.

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The DMS4 features a sleek and modern design, making it an attractive component in any home entertainment system. Its reliable performance ensures that audio is not only robust but also surprisingly clear, with minimal distortion even at higher volumes. This level of performance is achieved through sound optimization technologies that adjust EQ settings based on the specific acoustics of each zone.

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In summary, the Niles Audio DMS4 stands out for its exceptional multi-zone capabilities, high-quality digital processing, and seamless integration with various audio sources. Its advanced technology and flexibility make it an essential choice for anyone looking to create a cohesive and enjoyable audio environment in their home. Whether it’s for hosting gatherings, relaxing evenings, or personal enjoyment, the DMS4 is designed to elevate the listening experience to new heights.