Mirage Media Server The Definitive Guide To The World’s First Cloud-based Media Server For models MMS·5A + MMS·2 Store, sync, schedule and stream entire music collections alongside the most popular online services. Converge the infinite playlist with your choice of control in a multi-room installation limited only by your design. ©2006–2012 Autonomic Controls, Inc. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Contents Get To Know Mirage Media Server 3 Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Fixed vs. Variable Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Enter Audiophile Grade Performance ����������������������������������������������� 3 Disabling Unused Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Streaming Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Get To Know Mirage Media Server 3 of 17 Get To Know Mirage Media Server Enter Audiophile Grade Performance The Mirage Media Server (MMS) product line offers both state-of-the-art, high performance audio and the unparalleled convenience of accessing all your local audio content and streaming Internet services with a single device.
Get To Know Mirage Media Server 4 of 17 3. You can access your entire library wherever life takes you, using a number of different applications available on Android and Apple iOS mobile devices or with your laptop. 4. You can configure your MMS so that any time you purchase new music either at home or on-the-go with your mobile device, it is automatically added to your home library (or other connected locations).
Get To Know Mirage Media Server 5 of 17 Connections Your server has several ports on the back for connecting your audio, networking, and control system gear. (Refer to the diagram on the Quick Start Guide included with your server for connection recommendations.
Get To Know Mirage Media Server 6 of 17 Rack Mounting The MMS·5A comes configured for a shelf mount installation. For rack mount installs, remove the four feet from the bottom of the chassis and install the two supplied rack mount ears to the front sides of the MMS·5A. The MMS·2 is designed for shelf-mount installations. However, should you wish to rack mount the unit, Middle Atlantic manufactures a rack mount shelf and faceplate customized to fit the MMS·2.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 7 of 17 Set Up Your Mirage Media Server This section provides an overview of powering up your server for the first time and using the Remote Configuration Utility to configure the device. Once you have made all the necessary connections, turn on the MMS by pressing the power button on the front of the unit once. You should see that the power LED illuminates.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 8 of 17 General Settings The Server Settings tab allows you to configure the following options. Server Network Identification These settings allow you to set the your servers name on the network, and change the default description. If you change the server’s name, you will have to use the new name to access the server configuration and the Mirage player interface after you save the changes.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 9 of 17 Display Settings The Display Settings tab allows you to configure the Mirage on-screen display options. Your monitor or TV display should be plugged into the DVI or HDMI ports on your MMS before turning on the server. NOTE Some HDMI receivers and switches are not compatible with the MMS.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 10 of 17 Audio Settings The Source Settings tab allows you to configure audio settings and system outputs on the MMS. The Audio System section allows you to configure the MMS for RS-232 or IP connection to an external multi-room amplifier.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 11 of 17 This can be overridden by selecting any other content for playback through the Mirage web interface, mobile applications, or IP control. The optional AirPlay password allows you to set a password that the user of the mobile device (or iTunes) will be prompted for before the MMS will accept a stream from the device. This will prevent uninvited transmissions from being broadcast to your amplifier.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 12 of 17 We recommend the following settings for the most seamless, hands-off experience: 1. Turn on iTunes Match. This will allow you to synchronize content from other computers and devices, which will in turn be synchronized to the MMS via the Mirage Media Sync software. 2. Enable automatic downloads of Music purchases. This setting can be found under iTunes Preferences, Store. 3.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 13 of 17 MMS TuneBridge technology allows you to create a new Pandora station based on a song you hear on any other service, or local music in your library. You can access this feature in the Actions menu of the Mirage Web Client and on most touch panel interfaces. Pandora allows you to listen to up to six simultaneous streams with a single user ID and password on the MMS·5A, or two on the MMS·2. More information about Pandora Internet Radio can be found at www.Pandora.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 14 of 17 TuneIn TuneIn is a free service that brings the world of AM, FM, and Internet radio stations right to your home. This service provides a directory of the world’s radio stations that broadcast over the Internet. You’ll likely find that many, if not all of your local AM and FM radio stations are available for crystal clear online streaming through your MMS without the need for an over the air antenna.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 15 of 17 To install the Mirage Media Sync software, browse to this page using the computer that you want to automatically keep synchronized with your server, and click on the appropriate download link (Mac or PC). Once installed, the Mirage Media Sync software can be configured to synchronize your MMS with iTunes, Windows Media Player (Windows PC’s only), or folders on your hard drive containing music.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 16 of 17 Firmware Updates The Firmware tab allows you to update the operating software in your Mirage Media Server, download utility and control software for controlling the server and synchronizing content, and tools for remote technical support. Firmware Update From time to time, Autonomic will release new operating software for the Mirage Media Server to add new services, add new features, and fix any operating issues reported.
Set Up Your Mirage Media Server 17 of 17 Safety Information FCC - Federal Communications Commission Information CAUTION: User changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
