SMCWMR-AG EZ-Stream™ Universal 2.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features / Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Media Server Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Windows 98/SE/Me/2000/XP . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of contents Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Compliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Legal Information and Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The SMCWMR-AG EZ-Stream™ Universal 2.4GHz/5GHz Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver is equipped with: • • 1 RJ-45 connector for 10/100 Mbps connections. 4 LED Indicators. o Power (blue) Solid LED indicates that the unit is powered on. No light indicates the unit is powered off. Blinking LED indicates an active IR session (through the use of the Remote Control). o Link (blue) Solid LED indicates a valid connection to the wireless network & Media Server.
Hardware Description Features / Benefits • • • • • • • • View your collection of digital pictures or other graphical content, music and movies/videos from any TV. Create a customizable slide show containing all of your pictures. Compact design allows for space savings in your home entertainment center. Automatically share digital multimedia content from multiple PCs. Unparalleled support for Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP. Conforms to the standard of Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP). Connects to 802.
Using the Remote Control • • • • • • • • Arrow Down: Scroll down in the TV UI display. Press and release to move one position down (useful when configuring the network settings like SSID, IP Address, etc.). Press and hold to scroll continuously. OK: Selects the highlighted item on the TV UI and, if available, advances to the next menu level. Back: Steps back to the previous menu item. Search: Activates the [Search] menu. Only available when a vertical list is displayed on the TV UI.
PACKAGE CONTENTS After unpacking the SMCWMR-AG, check the contents of the box to be sure you have received the following components: • • • • • • • • • 1 EZ-Stream™ Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver. 1 Remote control. 1 Packet of 2 AA batteries. 1 RCA stereo audio cable. 1 RCA video cable. 1 RJ-45 Category 5 cable. 1 EZ Installation Wizard, Documentation, and MusicMatch Jukebox software CD-ROM. 1 Power Adapter. 1 Quick Installation Guide.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS To use the SMCWMR-AG, you must have: • • • • • • • • • • A host PC with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP for the Media Server application. A CD-ROM drive for EZ Installation Wizard and Media Server Software. 400MHz or faster processor. A minimum of 50MB of free disk space. 128MB of RAM (minimum). External Cable or DSL modem. For Internet Radio use: Broadband internet connection (>128kbits/sec) through the use of SMC2304WBR-AG EZ-Stream™ Universal Wireless Cable/DSL Broadband Router.
MEDIA SERVER SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Windows 98/SE/Me/2000/XP This installation method makes the process as simple and Plug-and-Play as possible. Simply run the Media Server program and continue to the following configuration sections. It's as easy as 1-2-3. Step 1: Insert the EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD. Note: If the Auto-run feature of your CD-ROM is disabled or if the EZ Installation Wizard does not automatically appear, please click the [Start] button from your Windows [Start] menu.
Media Server Software Installation Step 3: The wizard will begin extracting the program files and the Media Server [Welcome] screen will appear.
Windows 98/SE/Me/2000/XP Click [Next] to begin installation. Step 4: Read the License Agreement. Then click [Yes] to agree and continue.
Media Server Software Installation Step 5: Confirm the destination folder where the Media Server application will be stored. (Note: It is recommended to leave this at the default setting.) Click [Next] to continue.
Windows 98/SE/Me/2000/XP Step 6: The installation will begin. After completion, click [Finish] to exit. You have now completed the Media Server install process.
MEDIA SERVER SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Note: Please make sure that you have successfully completed this section before continuing to Setup. Step 1: Start your host PC and ensure that your wireless Access Point/Router and network card(s) are functioning properly. Step 2: Launch the server application by going to [Start -> Programs -> EZ-Stream™ Universal Wireless Media Server -> Media Server].
Media Server Software Configuration Step 3: Click the [Shared Folders] tab. Click the [Add] button to share a new directory. Note that the server will automatically share the sub-directories as well. Step 4: If the computer has more than one network adapter, go to the [Network Connection] tab and verify that the selected Network Connection and corresponding IP Address are correct. The Media Server software must be operating on the same network as the SMCWMR-AG.
Media Server Software Configuration Step 6: Go to the [Update] tab. This tab allows you to specify how often you want your host PC to check for new files and in turn, update your SMCWMR-AG. You can also manually press the [Update Now] button at any point in time to make sure the SMCWMR-AG has the latest file listing of your multimedia content. Step 7: Go to the [General] tab.
Media Server Software Configuration • 18 [Search for MediaLink] Pressing this button initiates a network scan to confirm that connectivity between the host PC and the SMCWMR-AG has been successfully established. The Media Server software will then display the Serial No. and URL of your SMCWMR-AG. You can double-click on the URL to configure the SMCWMR-AG via its Web user interface.
SETUP Audio/Video Connection Step 1: Connect the Left (white) and Right (red) audio output jacks of the SMCWMR-AG Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver to any unused audio left and right jacks on your stereo, TV, or Audio/Video receiver. Step 2: Connect the Video (yellow) output jack on the SMCWMR-AG Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver to any unused Video jack on your TV Audio/Video receiver.
Setup Step 3: Connect the power cable from the back of the SMCWMR-AG Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver to the nearest power outlet or, preferably, a fused power strip and switch on your stereo or Audio/Video receiver. Do not forget to set the receiver to the output mode that corresponds to the jacks you used for connection to the SMCWMR-AG. Setting up the Remote Control Step 1: Open the battery cover on the back of the SMCWMR-AG Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver Remote Control.
Configuration for Wireless Operation via TV User Interface Step 4: Please answer the on-screen questions to complete the setup. a) [Network Interface] Select [Use Wireless (802.11)] to use a wireless network. Remember, to make a selection, press the [OK] button on your Remote Control. b) You will then be asked to input the SSID of your wireless network. Use the Up/Down arrows on your Remote Control to choose the appropriate letters. Use the Left/Right arrows to skip to the next letter of the SSID.
Setup 22 f) [DHCP server present?] Select [Yes] if you have a DHCP server on your network that will allow the SMCWMR-AG to obtain an IP address automatically. If you do not have a DHCP server on your network, select [No] and input your IP, Subnet Mask, and Gateway addresses. g) [Is proxy present?] Select [No] and press [OK] on your Remote Control to continue. (Note: The majority of home networks use a standard Broadband Router to share internet access. In this configuration, there is no proxy present.
Configuration for Wired Operation via TV User Interface Configuration for Wired Operation via TV User Interface Note: You will need your SMCWMR-AG Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver Remote Control if you wish to make changes to the default settings. Step 1: Turn on the SMCWMR-AG. By default, the SMCWMR-AG Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver will be configured for connection to your SMC2804WBR Barricade™ g 2.
Setup c) [Is proxy present?] Select [No] and press [OK] on your Remote Control to continue. (Note: The majority of home networks use a standard Broadband Router to share internet access. In this configuration, there is no proxy present.) Some corporate networks may have proxies in place for advanced security. To configure this setting, simply obtain the proxy IP address and port from your Network Administrator and then input this data via your Remote Control.
Configuration via Web User Interface Note: If you set your SMCWMR-AG to obtain an IP Address automatically, then type http://IP_Address/conf.shtml in the Web browser in order to access the Web user interface. If you do not know the IP Address, use the [Search for MediaLink] option in the MediaServer software to find it.
Setup Step 3: You can make any necessary changes to the configuration of the SMCWMR-AG. Selecting a particular checkbox activates that option. Remember to review your settings before pressing the [Submit] button. After you have pressed [Submit], the SMCWMR-AG will restart.
PLAYING YOUR MULTIMEDIA CONTENT Note: Before you start, ensure that the Media Server is running. Turn on your EZ-Stream™ Wireless Multimedia Receiver and turn on your stereo or Audio/ Video system. Playing an Audio File Step 1: From the [Main] menu, press the Up or Down arrow until [Audio] is highlighted. (Or press [Audio] on the Remote Control to proceed directly to the list of Audio selections.) Step 2: Press [OK]. All Audio options are displayed.
Playing Your Multimedia Content [Artist] • • • • • Press [OK] to view all artists contained in your directory. Scroll up or down to highlight the desired artist. Press [OK] to view all songs performed by this artist in your directory. Scroll up or down to highlight the desired song. Press [OK] to play the selected song. [Genre] • • • • • Press [OK] to view all genres contained in your directory. Scroll up or down to highlight the desired genre.
Viewing Photos Viewing Photos Step 1: From the [Main] menu, press the Up or Down arrow until [Photo] is highlighted. (Or press [Picture] on the Remote Control to proceed directly to the list of Photo selections.) Step 2: Press [OK]. All Photo options are presented. Scroll through the list using the Up or Down arrow on the Remote Control to view your selections. Highlight any selection and press [OK] to access content for viewing.
CREATING AND EDITING MULTIMEDIA CONTENT Musicmatch Jukebox Basic allows you to create audio content that you can share on your Home Entertainment Network! And it is included on your CD-ROM at no extra charge. It also allows you to conveniently and easily edit the ID3 tag of your MP3s so that you can readily identify each and every MP3 when you browse through the [Audio] or [PC Directories] menus on the SMCWMR-AG.
Creating and Editing Multimedia Content To create a playlist using Musicmatch Jukebox: • Open the Musicmatch Jukebox application. • Open the Music Library by clicking on the [My Library] tab. • Drag and drop files, or folders with music files, from anywhere on your computer or the Music Library into the [Playlist] window. Your files will begin to play. • Drag and drop files and you will be able to change the order of the tracks in the playlist.
TROUBLESHOOTING The SMCWMR-AG EZ-Stream™ Universal Wireless Multimedia is not detecting the host PC. o If you are using an Ethernet cable to plug the SMCWMR-AG into the network, verify that there is a link light on your network hub or switch. o If you are connecting the SMCWMR-AG with a wireless Access Point or Router, verify that the network settings are correct. By default the SSID is [SMC], encryption is [Disabled] and the mode is [Infrastructure] on the SMCWMR-AG.
Troubleshooting I cannot hear any sound. o If you are using an Audio/Video receiver, please make sure that your receiver is switched to the correct position corresponding to the location where you connected the media node's Audio Left/ Right outputs. I have the SMCWMR-AG connected to the TV, but nothing appears on the screen. o Verify that the top LED on the front of the Wireless Multimedia Receiver is On. This means the SMCWMR-AG is in the boot-up process.
Troubleshooting I select [Video], but I get a [No Content Available…] error message. o You may have shared folders on your host PC that do not contain any MPEG files. First verify and record the location of your video files. Remember, these files must have the extension .mpg or .mpeg. I can see the video on the screen but there is no sound. o Check to be sure the Audio Left/Right outputs on the SMCWMR-AG are securely connected to your audio receiver.
Troubleshooting The [Main] menu shows selections that are not shown in the manual. o The SMCWMR-AG is a UPnP compatible product. There are multimedia applications available from third parties that may also be UPnP compatible. If you have any of this type of applications installed on your host PC, there will be a conflict and incorrect menus will appear on your TV user interface.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Can I share network drives? o Yes. You must first share the drive (using standard Windows sharing) from the PC that contains the multimedia content you want access to. Then go to the host PC where the SMCWMR-AG MediaServer software is installed. Map the shared drive, then open the MediaServer and add the mapped network drive. What happens if I share several gigs of multimedia content? o The MediaServer may take some time to share very large directories of content.
Frequently Asked Questions Can I use two or more SMCWMR-AG Wireless Multimedia Receivers on my network? o Yes. Can I have more than one host PC simultaneously running the MediaServer software on one network? o No. The SMCWMR-AG recognizes one host PC at any given point in time. What is a Wireless LAN? o A local area network that transmits in the air typically in an unlicensed frequency such as the 2.4GHz band. Devices that are used in a wireless LAN do not need to be organised in the line of sight.
Frequently Asked Questions What is the 802.11 standard? o A family of IEEE standards for wireless LANs first introduced in 1997. 802.11 provides 1 or 2Mbps transmission in the 2.4GHz band using either a frequency hopping modulation (FHSS) technique or Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), which is also known as CDMA. The 802.11b standard defines an 11Mbps data rate in the 2.4GHz band, and the 802.11a standard defines 54Mbps in the 5GHz band.
Frequently Asked Questions What is RTS Threshold? o RTS (Request To Send) is an RS-232 signal sent from the transmitting station to the receiving station requesting permission to transmit. RTS is a collision avoidance method used by all 802.11b wireless networking devices. In most cases you will not need to activate or manage RTS unless you are in an Infrastructure environment where all nodes are in the range of the Access Point but may be out of range of each other.
Frequently Asked Questions What is WEP? o WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a security protocol for wireless local area networks (WLANs) defined in the 802.11b and 802.11a standards. o WEP is designed to provide the same level of security as that of a wired LAN. LANs are inherently more secure than WLANs because LANs are somewhat protected by the physicalities of their structure, having some or all part of the network inside a building that can be protected from unauthorized access.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Standards: IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.3 10Base-T; UTP cable, 2 pairs, RJ-45 (EIA/TIA Categories 3,4,5) IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX; UTP cable, 2 pairs, RJ-45 (EIA/TIA Category 5) UPnP Wireless Data Rates (With Automatic Fall-back): 802.11b = 1/2/5.5/11 Mbps 802.11a = 6/9/12/18/24/36/48/54 Mbps 802.11g = 1/2/5.5/6/9/11/12/18/24/36/48/54 Mbps Data Modulation Techniques: 802.11b (DSSS) = BPSK, QPSK, CCK 802.11a (OFDM) = BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM 802.
Technical Specifications Channel Support (5GHz RF): US/Canada - 12 non-overlapping channels - 5.15-5.35GHz, 5.725-5.825GHz Europe - 19 non-overlapping channels - 5.15-5.35GHz, 5.47-5.725GHz Japan - 4 non-overlapping channels - 5.15-5.25GHz China - 5.725-5.85GHz Channel Support (2.
Technical Specifications Front Panel Button • Power/Standby • System in power-on state or stand-by mode LED: Power (blue) Link (blue) 100Mbps (green) 10Mbps (green) File Format: Audio – MP3 (64-320kbps) Internet Radio – MP3 MPEG1 Video (NTSC) – 30fps, 352x240, 2Mbps MPEG2 Video (NTSC) – 30fps, MP@ML Full D1 704x480, 4Mbps Image (NTSC) – JPEG, BMP Operating System: Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP Compliance: Wi-Fi Compliant FCC Class B Industry Canada ETSI, EN301 893, EN60950 UPnP Operational Conditions: Supply v
TERMINOLOGY 10BaseT 10BaseT is a physical Layer Specification for Twisted-Pair Ethernet using Unshielded Twisted Pair wire at 10Mbps. This is the most popular type of LAN cable used today because it is very cheap and easy to install. It uses RJ-45 connectors and has a cable length span of up to 100 meters. There are two versions, STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) which is more expensive and UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair), the most popular cable. These cables come in 5 different categories.
Terminology Base Station In mobile telecommunications, a base station is the central radio transmitter/ receiver that maintains communications with the mobile radiotelephone sets within its range. In cellular and personal communications applications, each cell or micro-cell has its own base station; each base station in turn is interconnected with other cells' bases. Bitmap Bitmap is a Windows and OS/2 bitmapped graphics file format. BITMAP files provide formats for 2, 16, 256, or 16 million colors.
Terminology Fast Ethernet NIC This is a network interface card that is in compliance with the IEEE 802.3u standard. This card functions at the media access control (MAC) layer, using carrier sense multiple access with collision detection (CSMA/CD). Fixed IP See Static IP. Full-Duplex Full-Duplex is the mode for transmitting and receiving data simultaneously. In pure digital networks, this is achieved with two pairs of wires.
Terminology LAN (Local Area Network) LAN is a communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. It is made up of servers, workstations, a network operating system and a communications link. Servers are high-speed machines that hold programs and data shared by network users. The workstations (clients) are the users' personal computers, which perform stand-alone processing and access the network servers as required.
Terminology MPEG (Moving Pictures Experts Group) MPEG is a standard for compressing video. MPEG-1 can provide resolution of 352x240 at 30 frames/second (fps) with 24-bit color and CD-quality sound. MPEG-2 can provide resolution of 704x480. MPEG uses the same intraframe coding as JPEG for individual frames, but also uses interframe coding which can help to further compress the video data, thereby reducing the overall size of the video.
Terminology PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) Point-to-Point Protocol is a method of secure data transmission originally created for dial-up connections. PPPoE is for Ethernet connections. Roaming Roaming is a function that allows your to move through a particular domain without losing network connectivity. Static IP If your Service Provider has assigned a fixed IP address, enter the assigned IP address, subnet mask and the gateway address provided by your service provider.
COMPLIANCES EC Conformance Declaration - Class B SMC contact for these products in Europe is: SMC Networks Europe, Edificio Conata II Calle Fructuos Gelabert 6-8, 2o, 4a 08970 - Sant Joan Despi Barcelona, Spain This information technology equipment complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and all other related provisions of this directive.
Compliances Attention ! Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit pourrait causer des interférences radio, auquel cas l’utilisateur devrait prendre les mesures adéquates. Attenzione! Se utilizzato in ambiente domestico il prodotto può causare interferenze radio, nel cui caso è possibile che l`utente debba assumere provvedimenti adeguati.
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Model Number: SMCWMR-AG