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Escient E-40, E-120 User Manual

Installation
and User’s
Guide
Manual No. M22001-01A1
Revision 1.1 January, 2003
Copyright ©2003
Escient
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
About This Manual .................................................................................................................... 8
Record Your Serial Number....................................................................................................... 8
Copyright .................................................................................................................................. 8
Warranty Information................................................................................................................. 9
Regulatory Statements............................................................................................................ 12
Trademarks & Service Marks .................................................................................................. 13
Escient Privacy Policy ............................................................................................................. 14
Cautions & Warnings............................................................................................................... 15
Important Safety Instructions................................................................................................... 16
Manual Disclaimers ................................................................................................................. 18
Limits ....................................................................................................................................... 18
Terms and Denitions.............................................................................................................. 19
Contact Information ................................................................................................................ 21
Chapter 2-Setting Up FireBall ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22
Unpack The Equipment........................................................................................................... 23
Unpack The Equipment (continued)........................................................................................ 24
What Else Is Needed............................................................................................................... 25
FireBall Back Panel Reviewed ................................................................................................ 26
FireBall E Back Panel Reviewed............................................................................................. 27
Connecting FireBall to a Composite TV or Monitor ................................................................. 28
About Connecting Audio ......................................................................................................... 31
What CD Changers are Supported? ....................................................................................... 32
Connecting CD Changer(s) Overview .................................................................................... 33
Connecting Sony Changers .................................................................................................... 34
Connecting Multiple Sony Changers ...................................................................................... 35
Connecting Pioneer Changers ................................................................................................ 37
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Connecting Kenwood Changers ............................................................................................. 38
Connecting Digital Audio ......................................................................................................... 39
Connecting Devices Using the IR Input................................................................................... 39
Connecting to the Internet using the Internal Modem ............................................................. 40
Connecting to HPNA Networks (FireBall)................................................................................ 41
Connecting to Broadband Networks (FireBall E)..................................................................... 42
Connecting to Third Party Control Systems ............................................................................ 43
Connecting an Escient Touch Screen ..................................................................................... 44
Connecting the Power Cord .................................................................................................... 45
FireBall Power States: On, Standby, Off ................................................................................. 46
Chapter 3 - Getting Started ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 47
Using the Remote Control ....................................................................................................... 49
Text Entry Via the FireBall Remote Control............................................................................. 54
What Is The Setup Process?................................................................................................... 57
Running Quick Start ................................................................................................................ 58
Guided Tour Through Quick Start............................................................................................ 59
Run the Autobuild Process...................................................................................................... 70
Inserting and Removing Discs ................................................................................................ 71
Adding or Removing Changers ............................................................................................... 72
Register with Escient............................................................................................................... 74
Using the Front Panel, Remote, Keyboard, or Touch Screen ................................................. 74
Overview Of User Interface ..................................................................................................... 75
Chapter 4 - Playing Music ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------80
Accessing Music Mode............................................................................................................ 81
Music Player Screen Overview ............................................................................................... 82
Navigating the Music Player Screen ....................................................................................... 83
Selecting and Listening to a Music Title .................................................................................. 84
Viewing Music by Artist, Title, Cover or Song.......................................................................... 84
One Key Access to Favorite Music.......................................................................................... 85
One Key Access to Random Music......................................................................................... 85
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Chapter 5 - Recording Music -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------86
Available Recording Modes..................................................................................................... 87
Types of Recording Discs Supported...................................................................................... 88
Compression Rates Versus MP3 Audio Quality ...................................................................... 89
Navigating the MUSIC-RECORD Screen................................................................................ 91
Rip to Internal HD Recording Option....................................................................................... 92
Duplicate a Disc Recording Option ......................................................................................... 93
MP3 Mix CD Recording Option ............................................................................................... 94
Audio Mix CD Recording Option ............................................................................................. 95
External to Audio CD Recording Option.................................................................................. 96
External to MP3 on HD Recording Option............................................................................... 98
Chapter 6 - Managing Music -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 100
To Further Organize Your Music............................................................................................ 101
To Create a New Music Playlist............................................................................................. 102
To Edit a Music Playlist.......................................................................................................... 103
To Delete a Music Playlist ..................................................................................................... 104
To Change How Music is Played........................................................................................... 105
To Delete Digital Music on FireBall........................................................................................ 106
To Edit Tracks........................................................................................................................ 107
To Edit Disc Information ........................................................................................................ 108
To Search For Cover Art........................................................................................................ 109
To Select Cover Art.................................................................................................................110
To Access “More...” Music Options.........................................................................................111
To Create a New Music Group ...............................................................................................112
To Edit a Music Group............................................................................................................113
To Delete a Music Group........................................................................................................114
To Erase CD-RW....................................................................................................................115
To Transfer Music to a Portable MP3 Player..........................................................................116
To Get Music Info ...................................................................................................................118
Chapter 7 - Using iRadio--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 119
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Entering iRadio Mode............................................................................................................ 120
Navigating Among iRadio Stations........................................................................................ 121
Playing an iRadio Station ...................................................................................................... 121
Sirius Internet Radio Stations................................................................................................ 121
Changing iRadio Options ...................................................................................................... 122
To Create a New iRadio Group ............................................................................................. 123
To Edit an iRadio Group ........................................................................................................ 124
To Delete an iRadio Group.................................................................................................... 125
To Tune Stations.................................................................................................................... 126
To Create a New iRadio Station ............................................................................................ 127
To Edit an iRadio Station....................................................................................................... 128
To Delete an iRadio Station................................................................................................... 129
Supported iRadio Bitrates ..................................................................................................... 130
Chapter 8 - Customizing FireBall ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 133
Two Ways to Customize FireBall........................................................................................... 134
To Change User Information ................................................................................................. 135
To Change Internet Conguration Settings ........................................................................... 137
To Change Preferences......................................................................................................... 139
To Access Changer Management Features.......................................................................... 142
To Change Security Settings................................................................................................. 143
To Access FireBall Utilities .................................................................................................... 145
Chapter 9 - Touch Screen Overview ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 147
Escient ETP Touch Screen Interaction.................................................................................. 148
Elan VIA! Touch Panel Conguration .................................................................................... 154
Appendix A - Cable Pin-Out Congurations--------------------------------------------------------------------- 155
Pin Congurations for RS-232 Cables to CD Changers........................................................ 156
Pin Congurations for RS-232 Cables to Control Systems ................................................... 157
Appendix B - FireBall Technical Specs--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 158
Video ..................................................................................................................................... 159
CD Drive Functionality........................................................................................................... 159
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Cabinet Specications........................................................................................................... 159
Audio Specications .............................................................................................................. 160
Encoding Specications ........................................................................................................ 160
Power Usage and Power Supply........................................................................................... 161
3rd Party Certications .......................................................................................................... 161
Telephone Regulations.......................................................................................................... 162
FCC Part 15, Subpart B ........................................................................................................ 163
Appendix C - Minor Troubleshooting------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 164
Minor Troubleshooting Tips ................................................................................................... 165
Appendix D - External Control Protocol -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 168
External Control Overview..................................................................................................... 169
Appendix E - FireBall Internet Connections--------------------------------------------------------------------- 187
When Does FireBall Connect To Internet?............................................................................ 188
Appendix F - Enhanced Entertainment Services -------------------------------------------------------------- 191
Enhanced Entertainment Services Using Escient's OpenGlobe Services ............................ 192
Appendix G - Home Networking ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 194
What is Home Networking?................................................................................................... 195
Setup Diagrams - Single FireBall on a Network ................................................................... 196
Home Networking Multiple FireBalls ..................................................................................... 199
Setup Diagrams - Multiple FireBalls on a Network ............................................................... 200
Appendix H - Remote Control -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 204
Installing Batteries Into Remote ............................................................................................ 205
Programming the Remote ..................................................................................................... 205
Programming TV/VCR Combo .............................................................................................. 206
Searching for Your Code ...................................................................................................... 207
Checking the Codes .............................................................................................................. 208
Re-Assigning Device Keys .................................................................................................... 209
Changing Volume Lock ..........................................................................................................211
Appendix I - Wireless Keyboard ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 216 FireBall Manual Index ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 222
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Chapter 1 ­Introduction
About This Manual
Record Your Serial Number
Copyright
Warranty Information
Regulatory Statement
Trademarks and Service Marks
Escient Privacy Policy
Cautions and Warnings
Important Safety Instructions
Manual Disclaimers
Limits
Terms and Denitions
Contact Information
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CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
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About This Manual
This combination installation and user’s manual serves as a step-by-step guide to setting up the FireBall system developed and shipped by Escient. Chapter 2 shows you how to set up and connect FireBall to your other equipment, while the rest of the Chapters show you how to use FireBall for your music enjoyment.
Record Your Serial Number
The serial number for this unit is located at the rear of the device. Please record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to it whenever you call upon your Escient dealer regarding this product.
FireBall Serial No. __________________
Copyright
This manual is the copyrighted property of Escient. Any use or reproduction of this manual in any form without the expressed written permission of Escient is a violation of copyright laws. ©2000 - 2003 Escient.
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Warranty Information
Terms of Coverage - Each Escient branded music management system sold comes with a standard one (1) year
warranty. This warranty provides no-charge coverage under normal product usage, for a period of one year from the date of registration and/or purchase (whichever is earlier). This warranty program provides the following key features and benets:
• Twelve (12) months service, parts and labor.
• Five (5) day turn around time on all standard in-warranty repairs. No charges to the customer other than
in-bound shipping charges which are determined by the shipping method. All return shipments will be via
Standard Ground Transportation (approximately 5 business days).
• Twelve (12) months of regular hour telephone support (9AM to 7PM EST), Monday through Friday.
• 24-hour email response from the Escient Support Website.
• Free software upgrades for a period of twelve (12) months. 24-hour on-line software maintenance updates
provided via a broadband or dial-up telephone connection.
• Access to 24-hour music database (CDDB) and entertainment services providing access to over a million CD
titles and associated information.
What is Covered - The goal of this warranty is to cover operational problems that might arise with your product during normal use. This includes failure to start, improper operation, or intermittent failures. As part of the warranty, Escient will pay for all labor and materials used in the repair of the system. Escient reserves the right to use new or
factory refurbished parts in the repair of these in-warranty systems.
Escient will also pay for the return shipment of the repaired system via standard ground transportation.
At Escient’s discretion, the Company will repair or replace any system sent in for repair. Upon repair, the product will be new or like-new in condition and will meet all necessary regulatory requirements.
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What is Not Covered - Escient products are sold through Escient approved dealers. A number of items must remain intact in order for Escient to verify and validate this warranty. Additionally, there are several conditions which violate Escient’s warranty program. These include:
• The product was not purchased through an approved Escient Dealer.
• Any product, on which the serial numbers has been defaced, modied or removed physically or electronically
will not be covered by an Escient warranty.
• Escient will not cover under warranty damage to the product as a result of accident, misuse, abuse, neglect,
re, water, lightning, or other acts of God or nature, improper storage, unauthorized modication, or failure to
follow instructions.
• Any type of unauthorized repair or modications made to the system resulting in damage to the product will
not be covered under this warranty.
• Damage caused to the product as a result of improper shipping or installation.
• Any problems related to the use of the product which is not a direct problem with the product.
• Damage caused to the product as a result of improper installation to third party peripherals or products, or
incorrect connection to peripheral or products.
Additionally, Escient does not cover the following items under the terms or its warranty programs:
• Installation or removal charges.
• Cost of initial technical adjustments (setup costs).
• Battery replacement.
Escient’s sole liability for any defective product is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our discretion. Escient shall not be liable for damages to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time or data, commercial loss or any other damages, whether real, incidental or consequential.
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How to Return a Product - Contact your dealer or Escient’s Customer Support group at 800-372-4368. Please have the following information ready for your dealer or Escient’s Customer Support technician.
• Product Serial Number
• Model Number
• Date of Registration or Purchase
• Place of Purchase
Upon reviewing the request for repair under warranty provisions, Escient’s Technical Support group will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. This number is to be attached to the outside of the shipping carton. Additional instructions will be provided by technical support.
Please be sure to use original packing carton and internal packing materials to assure proper shipment of the system. Insurance costs are the responsibility of the customer. Most shippers only provide standard coverage for $100 in cost so please protect yourself by providing additional insurance for the returned product.
Out of Warranty Repair - Escient provides out of warranty repair service on a cost plus labor basis. Minimum charges will apply. Technical support will provide information on this service at the time of the call.
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Regulatory Statements
‘’NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identies certied equipment. This certication means that the equipment meets telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certied equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.’’
‘’NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.’’
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Additional information regarding this statement may be found in Appendix B.
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Trademarks & Service Marks
Escient and the Escient logo are registered trademarks of Escient.
FireBall and Physital are trademarks of Escient®.
Other product names mentioned herein are used for identication purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
CD-related data from Gracenote CDDB®, copyright ©1999 - 2003 Gracenote. CDDB is a registered trademark of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and the Gracenote CDDB logo are trademarks of Gracenote. Music Recognition Service and MRS are service marks of Gracenote.
Enhanced entertainment services are provided under the OpenGlobe™ name, by Escient. These services provide the ability to explore new music, learn about artists and their inuences, purchase new music, movies, and more.
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Escient Privacy Policy
Escient is committed to providing you with a product that you enjoy and are condent in using, and are committed to providing services in a private and secure environment.
We recognize and respect each individual user’s privacy and have created this Privacy Policy to demonstrate our commitment to your privacy. We want you to be fully informed about the information that we collect, why we collect it, and with whom we share it.
It is our hope that, after reading this notice, you will understand our commitment to privacy and be condent that we will use your information responsibly. By using the Escient FireBall, you are accepting the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
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The option to read the Escient Privacy Policy appears on the zip code screen of the Quick Start automatic setup procedure.
In addition, you can access the statement at any time by pressing the SETUP key and choosing the option: user information, privacy policy.
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Cautions & Warnings
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to qualied service personnel.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, do not use a 3 wire to 2 wire adapter plug. A 3 prong outlet is required.
Caution: You are cautioned that any change or modication not expressly approved in
this manual or approved in writing by an authorized representative of Escient could void your warranty and/or your authority to operate this equipment.
Caution: Prolonged use of any video device which produces a static (non-moving, non­changing) or repetitive image on your projector, television or plasma display device can cause “screen burn-in”. You are encouraged to leave the FireBall screen-saver turned on and set to the lowest possible “time-out” duration.
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Important Safety Instructions
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
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• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use the attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power­supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• WARNING To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
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Manual Disclaimers
At the time of printing, the FireBall screen shot images in this manual matched the FireBall interface screens. However, since FireBall has the capability of downloading software updates and enhancements on a regular basis, the resulting screen updates may no longer match the images in this manual. Check the Escient website for any updates.
Limits
The FireBall system has the following maximum limits:
• Up to 300 tracks can be selected at a time to record from a connected changer.
• Up to 250 tracks on an MP3 CD in the front panel drive are displayed and are selectable for playback and record.
• Unlimited playlists can be created and saved.
• Up to 200 tracks can be added to a Playlist
• Up to 300 tracks can be selected at a time in Pipeline for transfer from the PC to FireBall.
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Terms and Denitions
Following are terms used throughout this manual.
• Autobuild - the process where FireBall reads each CD in your changer(s) and acquires the cover, title, and track information to build your music library.
• Button - refers to a graphic item on the display screen.
• Encode - to format electronic data (music data) into a standard format like MP3.
• Group – a collection of similar music titles. Standard groups are provided (such as groups based on genre) and custom groups can be created. For example, within the Music Guide, groups contain a collection of CD’s, recorded CD’s, or custom Playlists organized automatically by genre or manually by the user.
• Highlight – highlighting is used to indicate the user's selection on screen. When the selection moves up, down, left, or right, the highlight moves to the next nearest item. No action is taken except that more information may be displayed on the screen, until the Select key is pressed.
• Info text area – the portion of the guide screen used to display information about the highlighted title.
• Key - refers to one of the buttons on your remote or keyboard.
• MP3 - a compressed digital audio format. MP3 les are smaller than the original CD
tracks and sound almost identical.
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• Playlist – a custom Music title made up of tracks from one or more titles – in effect,
a custom CD.
• Rip - the process of recording CD audio tracks to the internal hard drive.
• Selected – the result of pressing the PLAY or SELECT key to activate the
highlighted title, track, or program.
• Source – any one of the primary modes of operation –iRadio or Music.
• Title – a collection of music tracks.
• Track – single song from a CD, collection of MP3s, or a Playlist. Tracks are
typically organized into Titles.
• WAV– an uncompressed audio le format. WAV les are temporarily created before
they are compressed into MP3 les. If you choose the uncompressed bit rate for your music recording preferences, uncompressed tracks are stored in the WAV format.
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Contact Information
Escient may be contacted by using the following information. Once you have worked with your local Escient dealer, we encourage you to contact us if you are in need of any further assistance.
Escient 6325 Digital Way Indianapolis, Indiana 46278 Phone: 800-372-4368 Press “2” for Sales, or “3” for Support Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 7pm EST Fax: 317-616-6790 www.escient.com E-mail: support@escient.com
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Please visit the Escient website at www.escient.com for the current product updates, technical information, and document updates.
The website is also the most convenient method for accessing information, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
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Chapter 2-Setting Up FireBall
Unpack The Equipment What Else Is Needed Back Panel Reviewed Connecting FireBall to a TV or Monitor About Connecting Audio Connecting CD Changers Overview What CD Changers are Supported? Connecting Sony Changers Connecting Pioneer and Kenwood changers Connecting Digital Audio Connecting Devices Using the IR Input Connecting to the Internet Using Internal Modem Connecting to HPNA Networks (FireBall) Connecting to Ethernet Networks (FireBall E Models) Connecting to a Multi-Room Controller or Touch Screen Connecting the Power Cord
FireBall Power States: On, Standby, Off
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Unpack The Equipment
u Carefully unpack all of the FireBall equipment from the shipping container.
v Next, compare it to the following list and make sure you have everything
available before you get started.
• FireBall unit packed in plastic bag
• Wireless keyboard with 3 AA batteries
• Escient 48 button remote control with 2 AA batteries
• Detachable A/C Power Cord - 6'
• S-Video cable (Y-C) - 5'
• Composite Video cable - 5'
• Phone cable - 20'
• S-Link mono cable - 10'
• Dual RCA cable - 5'
• User/Installation Manual
• Open Me First Guide
• Open Me Second Guide
• Ethernet cable - 10' (FireBall E only)
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Since no two people are likely to have the same exact audio or video conguration, the steps involved in putting the FireBall system together are not specic to any one piece of audio or video equipment. Therefore, it may be necessary for you to customize one or more of the cables that are included with this equipment. Please see Appendix A for a cable pin-out conguration guide.
Depending upon the intricacy of the audio and video equipment and the access to each component, installation should take approximately 2-4 hours.
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A complete list of the optional equipment such as CD Changers and Portable Players may be found on the Escient website.
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Unpack The Equipment (continued)
Optional items:
• Escient Touch Screen: Model ETP-1000
• Escient Broadband Kit (HPNA to Ethernet Bridge)
• RS-232 Communication Cables (for changers or control systems)
• FireBall Rack Mount Kit (available from Middle Atlantic at http://www.middleatlantic.com or 973-839-1011)
• Optical Digital Audio Cable (1 for each changer)
• Analog audio RCA cables (left and right) for analog recording
• Escient MP-100 Digital Music Players
• Escient Pipeline Software - allows editing of FireBall data (such as playlists, song names, groups) on a PC. Also allows sending MP3s from desktop to a FireBall.
• Ethernet router/gateway for Broadband Internet connections
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What Else Is Needed
In order for FireBall to function properly, you will need to provide the following items:
u A video source such as a television, monitor, VGA projector or touch screen.
v Stereo receiver, CD changers (optional), speakers, and other associated audio
equipment.
w Available Internet access through an Internet Service Provider (ISP): standard
telephone dial-up or broadband connection such as a cable modem or DSL.
In order to take full advantage of the ground breaking entertainment services
provided through FireBall, the preferred method of connection is Broadband
(T1, Cable Modem, DSL or ISDN). FireBall supports many dial-up Internet
Service Providers (ISPs). Most Free ISPs do not use standard, consistent methods
of Internet connectivity and do not open their networks to outside users. Therefore,
these cannot be used with FireBall in a dial-up connection. A special offer for AOL
internet service is available through the FireBall Quick Start setup screens.
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During the Quick Setup procedure in Chapter 3, you will be asked for information regarding your (ISP) Internet Service Provider.
If you are using dialup, please contact your ISP for the following information.
• Dialing Number
• Login Name
• Login Password
• Name of ISP
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FireBall Back Panel Reviewed
Review the back panel of the FireBall unit and the associated cabling.
Note: FireBall E back panel is on the following page...
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Please note that audio and video ports on the back panel of the actual FireBall unit are labeled and color-coded.
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FireBall E Back Panel Reviewed
Review the back panel of the FireBall E unit and the associated cabling.
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Please note that audio and video ports on the back panel of the actual FireBall unit are labeled and color-coded.
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Connecting FireBall to a Composite TV or Monitor
u Use the Composite Video Cable, which can be
identied through its yellow colored connectors.
v Connect one end of the cable to the FireBall Video Out (Composite) port.
w Connect the other end of the cable to the Video In (Composite) port on your
TV or AV Receiver.
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The cables you receive are black. The connectors on the cables are the only portions that are “colored.”
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If connecting FireBall to a TV or AV Receiver, there may be several VIDEO IN ports. Use a VIDEO IN port that is not currently being utilized. Also, be sure to inform your client which port is connected to FireBall so that the appropriate video input selection can be made to access FireBall.
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Connecting FireBall to an S-Video TV or Monitor
u Use the S-Video Cable, which can be identied as a
gold cup connector with tiny pins inside.
v Connect one end of the cable to the FireBall Video Out (S-Video) port.
w Connect the other end of the cable to the S-Video In port on your TV or AV
Receiver.
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Whenever possible, use the S­Video cable to connect FireBall to a TV or AV Receiver. S-Video will provide better image quality than Composite video.
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Connecting FireBall to a VGA Projector, Monitor or Touch Screen.
u Use a VGA cable.
(Not supplied with FireBall.)
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If you are connecting to a VGA Projector or Monitor, you will need to supply your own VGA cable (must be less than 25 feet).
v Connect one end of the cable to the FireBall VGA port.
w Connect the other end of the cable to the VGA port on your VGA device.
The Escient ETP-1000 includes the proper VGA cable.
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