Yamaha MCX-2000 Subnet mask, Wired LAN, Client, Controller, Digital Audio Server, Front panel

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Subnet mask

A number identifying the group within a network to which a particular component belongs.

TCP/IP

An abbreviation of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, a system of coding information that allows it to be shared efficiently on a network.

WEP

An abbreviation of Wired Equivalent Privacy. This system encrypts data transferred between the components on a wireless network. Components with the same encryption key can share data with each other, but components without this key cannot.

Wireless LAN

A network utilizing weak radio signals to share data between components.

Wired LAN

A network utilizing network cables to share data between components.

Hardware

CD

An abbreviation of Compact Disc. A small plastic disc 12 cm (4.8 in) in diameter encoded with pre-stored data.

CD-R

An abbreviation of Compact Disc Recordable. A small plastic disc identical to a CD in appearance, onto which a device such as the server can record data. The server can only record to Audio type CD-R media.

CD-RW

An abbreviation of Compact Disc Re-writable.

Client

See “Digital Audio Terminal”.

Controller

The device on the front panel of the server and client used for entering data and navigating through the menus contained in these two components.

Digital Audio Server

The component in the MusicCAST system that you use to store and playback songs. Other components in the MusicCAST system obtain song data from the server.

Digital Audio Terminal

The component in the MusicCAST system that allows access to songs stored in the server for playback at a distance. Up to 7 Digital Audio Terminals (clients) can access the server at once.

Front panel

The panel on the front of the server and client with the LCD display, controller and various control keys are located.

Hard disk drive

The component within your server used to store the audio material from your CDs as data. Hard disk drive capacity is expressed in gigabytes, with a larger number denoting more storage capacity.

Remote control

A handheld device for operating your MusicCAST components from a distance.

Server

See “Digital Audio Server”.

Software

Database

The organized collection of data stored on the hard disk drive in your server. The data is arranged in a logical manner so that it is easy to access, manage, and update.

Menu

A display consisting of a multiple choice style list of options that you can choose from. Menus are displayed on the on- screen displays of the client and server.

On-screen display

The LCD display on the client or the display output to a TV or monitor connected to the server.

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Contents MCX-2000 Important Safety Instructions We Want You Listening For a LifetimeCompliance Information Statement Special Instructions for U.K. Model FCC Warning Achtung Welcome to MusicCAST Connecting with Peripheral Devices Preparing ItemsPowering Up Remote Control Features and OperationsSetting Batteries Creating a MusicCAST Network Enter the following settings Push Select Play STAMDBY/ONPOWER Streaming MusicWhen All Songs is selected MCX-2000 Setup Guide All rights reserved MCX-2000 Table of Contents Preface Audio Playback Functions Feature OverviewWhat’s Included CD Recording Functions Audio Recording FunctionsMusic Archiving Functions Timer Function Music Streaming FunctionsPanel Descriptions MCX-2000 Front Panel@ Broadcast indicator Back Panel $ # @@ 10/100 indicator # LINK/DATA indicator $ LAN Ethernet port Panel Descriptions Remote Control IR transmitterPlayback control buttons Connecting External Devices Connecting to the AC PowerOperation Modes on the MCX-2000 STANDBY/ON button red Operating on the Remote Control Using as a Universal Remote Control AOCRegistering Your TV Monitor to the MCX-2000 SabaFor quick access to Top Menu Menu Operation BasicsSelecting a menu item Returning to the previous screenTV monitor Built-in display Move the highlight Previous screen MCX-2000 Menu Tree Network Basics All different placesConfiguration of a MusicCAST-only network Configuring a MusicCAST-only Network 1200 Using Easy Setup Easy Setup Overview Date and TimeMusicCAST System Configuration Network Connection stand-alone, without clientsNetwork Connection with clients Network ConfigurationFor automatic configuration of a MusicCAST network Automatic Configuration of a MusicCAST Network Configuration examplesPreparation on the MCX-2000 Preparation on Each Client Wired network icon indicates radio signal strength Automatic Registration of ClientsChecking Out Parameter Values Configuration exampleSettings on the MCX-2000 MCX-2000 Client System Unique Server/Client ID InformationSetting Method IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default GatewayIP Address DNS Server P, DNS Server SWireless LAN Wireless LANESS ID, WEP Key ChannelSettings on Each Client Mode Server IDIP Address Subnet MaskESS ID WEP KeyManual Registration of Clients Confirming Network Status Updating Client Firmware Playing Audio Sources Playing Archived MusicSongs Using the List View Scroll ButtonsIdentifying an List Item Alphabetical index search ButtonsAdding a Bookmark to a Song Play Information and ControlsPlaying a CD RandomPage What are ID3 Tags? What is Gracenote CDDB?What is CD-TEXT? Presets Listening to a Radio BroadcastListening to FM Radio XM US model onlyInformation from XM Satellite Radio, Inc Connecting an XM Connect-and-Play AntennaListening to XM Radio US model only Activating Your XM Satellite Radio Account Receiving XM Radio BroadcastsSearch all channels Search categoryMessage Description Action/Solution Screen Messages for XM RadioListening to Internet Radio Using the Presets ListRegistering a Radio Station to the Presets List Playing a Radio Station from the Presets List Getting the most out of the Presets List Registering FM Stations Automatically to the Presets List Analog Input Playing External Audio SignalsDigital Input Playing Audio Content on the Computer You cannot view digital photo and movie files Recording Audio Sources Recording Songs from a Music CDMCX-2000 shows a progress bar for each of the selected songs Importing a Music CD Automatically Recording from FM Radio or External Audio Signals Track MarkingSYNCHRO. Type Duplicating a Music CD Open the Submenu to start CD duplicationInitialize Disc and proceed with recording Recording Archived Songs to a CD Archived songs are analog recorded onto a CD-R/RW disc Editing the Library Typing Text CharactersPS/2 Keyboard Character PaletteWeb Browser Edit TitleChanging Song Attributes Editing Song DataEditing Titles Example How to Organize the Music Archive Change Genre dialog box Deleting the PCM Data Open a song list view screenOther Song Delete Options Using a Playlist Creating a PlaylistEditing a Playlist Registering an Internet Radio Station Repeat steps 2 to 3 as requiredRenaming Items from the Radio Presets List Click Select for a station list view Operating a Client Remotely Selecting the Client Audio Source Setting the Timer Playback MusicCAST as an Integrated Music Delivery SystemRecall Play Other Features Setting Date and TimeSetting Date and Time Manually Selecting the Time DisplayUsing the Online Cddb Database Defining User InterfaceDelay before activation BacklightContrast Use Screen SaverFrom the User Interface menu, select Language Adjust the volume level automaticallySelecting Playback Options MP3 Encode Quality Selecting Recording OptionsType of data stored in Music Archive Using the Timer Playback Content, PlaybackOK, Cancel, Clear Activate when?, DateUsing a Yamaha AV Receiver Synchronize receiver power ON/OFF with the MCX-2000 Receiver input to which the MCX-2000 is connectedInitializing Network Settings Managing an Existing MusicCAST NetworkChecking the Network Status Server IP AddressManaging the MCX-2000 System System Utilities menuViewing System Information Version MP3 Encode ScheduleControllable Yamaha AV Receivers Hard Drive Capacity103 Limiting Local Operations on the MCX-2000 Discs that can be used for recording on this unit Discs that can be used for recordingDiscs that cannot be used for recording on this unit Minute CD-R discHandling of discs To prevent a malfunction of this unitRecording of non-audio signals SCMS-Serial Copy Management SystemSource sampling rate conversion Number of recordable discs and tracks and their lengthTroubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy109 110 Album ArtistBookmark list MP3 formatWired LAN Remote controlSubnet mask ClientAudio Performance Laser Diode PropertiesOutputs StorageIndex 115 All rights reserved
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