¢Modem

¢Router

When using the CHR-F103, we recommend using a router equipped with the functions listed below.

•Built-in DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server This is a function that automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on the LAN.

•Built-in 100BASE-TX switch

To connect multiple devices, it is recommended to have a built-in switching hub with a speed of 100 Mbps or greater.

¢Ethernet cable (CAT-5 or greater recommended)

No Ethernet cable is included with the CHR-F103. Procure a cable with the necessary length.

NOTE:

•Be sure to use a shielded type cable for USB/Ethernet connections.

Depending on the connected computer/router, there may be much noise generated from the cable.

¢Personal computer

For the music server function, a computer with the following specifications is required:

1)OS (Operating System): Windows® XP Service pack 2

2)Processor:

Intel PentiumII or AMD processor, etc. We recommend 1 GHz or greater.

3)RAM:

Min. 128 MB, we recommend 256 MB or greater.

4)Software:

.NET Framework 1.1

5)Internet browser:

Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or later

6)LAN port required

7)300 MB or greater free hard disc space required

Free hard disk space is required to store music files.

The following table gives an approximate estimate of the required free space.

FormatBit rate

Per one minute

Per one hour

 

 

 

 

 

128 kbps

Approx. 1 MB

Approx. 60 MB

 

 

 

 

MP3/WMA

192 kbps

Approx. 1.5 MB

Approx. 90 MB

 

 

 

256 kbps

Approx. 2 MB

Approx. 120 MB

 

 

 

 

 

 

392 kbps

Approx. 3 MB

Approx. 180 MB

 

 

 

 

WAV

1400 kbps

Approx. 10 MB

Approx. 600 MB

(LPCM)

 

 

 

•Depending on the server, video files may also be displayed, but they cannot be played on the CHR-F103.

NOTE:

•You must have a contract with an Internet service provider (ISP) in order to connect to the Internet.

(If you already have a broadband connection to the Internet, no new contract is required.)

•For instructions on connecting to the Internet, contact your ISP or a computer store.

•The types of routers that can be used depend on the ISP.

For details, contact your ISP or a store selling computers and related equipment.

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Network-related settings

¢ Router settings

• We recommend enabling the router’s DHCP server function (setting for automatically assigning IP addresses). Normally

it is enabled, so there is no need to change it.

Connections

• Depending on the security settings of the router, etc., it may not

 

be possible for the CHR-F103 to connect to the Internet.

 

• Also refer to the router’s operating instructions.

 

 

 

¢ CHR-F103 settings

• If the router’s DHCP server function is enabled, the CHR-F103 can be used as is with the settings already made upon purchase.

• Depending on the router’s settings, it may be necessary to

change the CHR-F103’s settings (

page 16) (to assign a fixed

IP address and connect to the network, etc.).

¢ Others

• When the contract with your provider is of the type by which the network settings are made manually, you must make the “Network-related settings”.

• The CHR-F103 is not compatible with PPPoE. If your contract is of the PPPoE setting type, you need a PPPoE-compatible router.

• For some ISPs (Internet Service Providers), you may have to make proxy server settings in order to use the Internet radio function. If proxy server settings for connecting to the Internet have been made on the computer, make the same settings on the CHR-F103.

• The CHR-F103 is designed to make the network settings automatically using the DHCP and Auto IP functions.

NOTE:

•Sophisticated knowledge of networks is required to make router security settings.

Make the security settings at your own discretion. DENON will accept no responsibility for any problems arising due to security settings. Furthermore, DENON will not respond to inquiries on the settings and operation of the various devices.

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