Naim HDX, HDX-SSD BROCHURE

USER MANUAL
NAIM DESKTOP CLIENT INTERFACE
E N G L I S H

Contents

Section Page
Contents
Introduction 1
1 The Desktop Client Interface 1
1.1 Connecting to The HDX 1
1.2 The Interface Screen 2
1.3 Interface Windows and Elements 2
1.4 Transport Controls 2
1.5 Application Menus 2
1.6 Now Playing 2
1.7 Interface Tabs 3
1.8 Interface Tabs - Tools 3
1.9 Interface Tabs - Now Playing 3
1.10 Simple and Advanced Search 4
1.11 Simple Search 4
1.12 Advanced Search 4
1.13 Playlists 5
1.14 Save Playlist 5
1.15 Album Properties 6
1.16 Selecting Album Properties 6
1.17 Displaying Album Properties 6
1.18 Tools and Utilities 7
Note: This manual is issue No. 1 and describes the
operation of Desktop Client software release version
2.0.7.1136 and above. Earlier software will not operate fully
in the manner described in this manual.
Note
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Naim Audio Ltd. disclaims all liability for any loss or damages whether real, incidental or consequential that arise from using this product. Naim Audio Limited, its agents and representatives, cannot be held responsible for the loss of any data or content from a Naim/NaimNet server, however caused.
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
The Desktop Client Interface

Introduction

Unlike a conventional item of hi-fi equipment, the HDX can be operated in a number
of different ways using a variety of user interfaces. The user interface you use to
control your HDX will depend on the type of system in which it is installed and the
ancillary equipment available.
If the HDX is installed in a home network that includes a personal computer running
Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7, it can be operated via the Desktop
Client Interface. The Desktop Client application provides the most comprehensive
operational and search functionality. The Desktop Client is covered in the following
pages.

1 The Desktop Client Interface

The HDX Desktop Client is an application that can be installed on a PC running Microsoft Windows XP or Windows Vista or Windows 7. The PC must be connected to the network that incorporates the HDX. The application and its installer can be found on the CD packed with the HDX.
In addition to enabling control of HDX music playback, the Desktop Client interface also provides a variety of HDX setup and maintenance functions that are not available from any other interface.
To install the Desktop Client application insert the CD into the PC’s CD drive, double click on the Desktop Client icon and follow the on-screen prompts. Ensure that the HDX is switched on and connected to the network when the Desktop Client application is run.

1.1 Connecting to The HDX

When first run, the Desktop Client application will scan the
network to identify any connected Naim hard disk players.
A window will open, illustrated below, listing the player or
servers found and their IP addresses. Each player “name”
listed is a shortened form of the MAC address printed on its
rear panel.
If the Desktop Client has been previously connected to
other network items (or to items with variable IP addresses)
these may also be listed. Use the shortened MAC address
shown in the name column to identify the HDX.
The format of the Desktop Client interface and its operation will be familiar to those with experience of the Windows Explorer file browser application.
If the HDX is not immediately listed, check that it is
connected to the network and switched on, and click on
Scan for hard disk players.
Note: It can take as long as a minute for the HDX to “boot-
up” and become visible to the Desktop Client.
Select the Name that refers to the appropriate hard disk
player by clicking on it, and click OK. The selected hard
disk player will now be connected to the Desktop Client.
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