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Media Player

Media player basics

Using Windows Shares

The Media Player allows you to play audio files which are stored on a computer on your network. Supported file formats are MP3 and WMA. Note that the playback of DRM protected content is not supported.

Your radio supports two file access methods. It can connect to folders shared on the network, commonly known as Windows Shares. It can also connect with file server applications using the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) protocol.

When using Windows Shares, music selection is primarily by folder in which the files are stored. You may then choose to play from a particular track within a folder. When using a UPnP server, the search and selection criteria are determined by the server, but typically include Artist, Album and Genre. Many server applications also allow you to access files according to the folders within which they are stored as well as other criteria.

If you are a Windows PC user, then it is very likely that your computer already has a UPnP server application available. Windows Media Player version 11 has this capability, and it is able to make your MP3 and WMA files available to your radio. It also allows you to search by Album, Artist, and so on as mentioned above. Many users will find this a more convenient method of playing their files compared to using shared folders. Both methods are described in this instruction manual.

Note that the references to 'PC' and 'computer' in this section refer to any computer device that may be sharing content on your network, whether it is a Windows device, an Apple computer, a Linux device, or any other. We often use the generic term 'PC' simply because it is short and convenient.

Setting up your Windows PC to allow the radio to access your audio files via Windows Shares. If you wish to use UPnP, please turn to page 32.

1.Please ensure that your PC is accessible on the same network as your Internet radio. Then, using Windows Explorer, locate the folder where your audio files are stored.

2.Right click on the folder.

3.Select ‘Properties’.

4.Click on ‘Sharing’.

5.Select ‘Share this folder on the network’ and ‘Allow network users to change my files’.

Please note, it is recommended that you do not try to make your ‘My Documents’ or any of its sub-folders (e.g. ‘My Music’) accessible as shares. This is because of the way that these special folders are managed within Windows.

In some cases, especially if you are have a Windows PC using third- party security software (not supplied by Microsoft) it may be necessary to configure your computer's firewall software and / or network settings to permit file sharing. If this is necessary please refer to your computers software documentation for further information.

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Contents WM-202 Contents WM-202 Internet radio and Media player features IntroductionBefore you can use this product Page Controls and connections Top Controls and connections RearBattery operation Navigation controls Press and releaseConnecting your radio to your computer network RobertsConfiguration Key Connecting to your computer network contdJones family Paul’s network 0123456789Key123-jones opqrstuvwx C Configuring the radio to use the wired Ethernet connection Configuring the radio to use the WiFi connectionChanging the network connection Entering the WiFi network name manually Introducing Internet radio Internet Radio BBC Radio Connecting If your radio cannot connect to a radio stationSelecting a radio station by genre Searching for a radio station by name Selecting a new or popular station Selecting a podcast / BBC Listen again Storing a preset BBC Radio ConnectingPresetting stations Internet radio Recalling a preset Internet radioDisplay modes Internet radio Genre Customising your radio Registering an accountConfiguring My Added Stations Selecting favourite stations Internet mode Selecting your added stations Internet mode Media Player Media player basics Using Windows Shares Locate the shared audio files using the radio Locate the shared audio files contd Selecting Media Sharing in Windows Media Player Connecting the radio using UPnP Locating and playing media files using UPnP Page Media selection AlbumListening to a particular track Controlling playback Operating your radio DAB DService Secondary services DABSelecting a station DAB Display modes DAB Signal error Finding new stations DAB Manual Tuning DAB Low Dynamic Range Control settings DABHigh OffStation order setup DAB Alphanumeric * Ensemble 6ValidMode 103.40 MHz No RadioText Heart FM Operating your radio FMMode 103.40 MHz No RadioText Manual tuning FMDisplay modes FM BBC R2Scan setting FM 1FM Mode Stereo / Mono switching FMPresetting stations DAB and FM radio Recalling a preset DAB and FM radioSetting the clock Setting the date Automatically updating the clock Setting the clock format Setting the alarm clock Time 0000 Days Daily Internet ModeClock and Alarms When the alarm sounds Disabling alarms Snooze functionSleep timer Software version display Factory reset Time setup Info Factory reset Software update Software updateTroubleshooting 0213E0xxxxxxTroubleshooting contd Headphone socket Auxiliary input socket 3.5mm JackSpecifications Circuit features Power RequirementsSoftware license information Guarantee Roberts Radio Technical Services
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