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Pinnacle SOUNDBRIDGE HOMEMUSIC User Manual

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SoundBridge
HomeMusic
Instructions
Table of Contents
Welcome.................................................................................................................................4
Downloading the Current Operating Manual...........................................................................4
Support ...................................................................................................................................4
What is "Music Server Software"? ..........................................................................................6
A. Instructions for installing Windows Media Player and enabling music sharing: ..................8
B. Installing the Firefly Media Server and enabling music sharing..........................................9
C. Instructions for installing Rhapsody and enabling music sharing .......................................9
D. Instructions for installing Musicmatch Jukebox and enabling music sharing ...................... 9
1. … to a Stereo System.......................................................................................................10
2. … to Powered Speakers...................................................................................................10
3. … to Headphones.............................................................................................................10
Unsecured Network ..............................................................................................................14
Secured Network ..................................................................................................................14
Personal Firewall ..................................................................................................................15
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VII. Internet Radio ....................................................................................................................18
Browsing Internet Radio Stations..........................................................................................19
Customizing Favorites and Presets for Internet Radio.......................................................... 20
Playing Stations Saved as “My Favorites” or “Presets”......................................................... 23
Playback Limitations of Internet Radio Streams ...................................................................23
Discovering More Internet Radio Stations ............................................................................24
Roku Software License.........................................................................................................25
Third Party License Information ............................................................................................26
Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................ 26
Comments on Copyright: ...................................................................................................... 28
Declaration of Conformity: ....................................................................................................28
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English

Welcome

Thank you for choosing SoundBridge HomeMusic! The development of this product was a lot of fun for us, and we hope that you will have just as much fun in using it. With SoundBridge, you can play back your digital music saved on your computer, an SD- or MMC-card any time and in any room you want. SoundBridge also gives you access to over a thousand free Internet radio stations.
We are continually working on improving the software. Your SoundBridge device has an Upgrade menu option for automatically checking for and installing software updates. After you have installed and set up SoundBridge, use this option as quickly as possible to make sure that you are using the most current version of the software. We also recommend that you register your purchase at www.pinnaclesys.com so that we can let you know when new upgrades are available. Have fun!
Register your SoundBridge! It is quick and easy and lets you download the latest software updates for your SoundBridge. Of course, your personal information will be kept confidential and will not be shared with any third party.

Downloading the Current Operating Manual

From our web site www.pinnaclesys.com/soundbridge you can download any time the updated operating manual for the latest software version.

Support

If you need help with your SoundBridge, please check www.pinnaclesys.com.
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INITIAL STEPS

To be able to use your SoundBridge, the following requirements must be met:
1. Compatible music server software must be installed. Compatible music server software is
contained in Windows Media Player 11 (or higher), Rhapsody, Musicmatch and other programs. If you are using iTunes, please install the Firefly Media Server from the installation CD included in the package or download the latest version from www.fireflymediaserver.com.
2. If SoundBridge is to be connected to a wireless network which uses either WEP or WPA
encryption, the WEP or WPA password needs to be entered here using the remote control.
3. SoundBridge needs to be connected to powered speakers, a hi-fi receiver, an amplifier, or
headphones.
4. The power unit needs to be connected to SoundBridge and to the power supply system
(there is no On / Off switch).
5. The batteries must be inserted into the remote control.
6. Music sharing must be enabled in the music server software:
a. Windows Media Player: Add SoundBrid b. Firefly Media Server: Always enabled. c. Real Networks Rhapsody (this service is not yet available in Europe): Select
"Enable Music Server" and "UPnP" in the menu Options –> Settings.
7. A music library must be selected and connected.
8. An internet connection must be available in order to access Internet radio stations.
ge to the list of authorized devices.
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I. Music Server Software Requirements and Installation

SoundBridge has been developed as a playback client for several different music libraries, for example, Windows Media Player (version 11 or higher), Rhapsody, Musicmatch and iTunes. SoundBridge also plays back WMA and DRM WMA (copy-protected files). These types of files can be purchased online from many providers. (Note: Apple policies forbid SoundBridge from supporting protected AAC files.)

What is "Music Server Software"?

SoundBridge is a network – music – player. This means that it doesn't save music but plays back files that are stored on your computer/music server on your home network. Alternatively, SoundBridge HomeMusic can also play back audio files stored on an SD or MMC card. (SoundBridge can play back Internet radio via a direct Internet connection without a computer having to be connected.) In order to play back music stored on your computer, SoundBridge must receive the music data from software that "serves" the data to SoundBridge. This kind of "music server software" plays back the music on SoundBridge.
The "music server software" also sends title lists and enables search queries in the music library.
Perhaps you already have music server software installed and haven't noticed. Microsoft has developed its own music server software: Windows Media Connect, technology that is now included in the Windows Media Player Version 11 and higher. There is no real standard for music server software and therefore all the currently available programs have different functions. One great advantage to SoundBridge is that all the popular programs are supported by an easy to operate interface. The most popular music server applications are iTunes, Windows Media Connect and Rhapsody. If you would like to use the PlaysForSure music service, you need to use Windows Media Connect. If you would like to play back AAC files, you need to use iTunes combined with the Firefly Media Server, and if you would like to use the Rhapsody music service, you need to use the Rhapsody music server software (check the availability of Real Networks Rhapsody in Europe under www.Rhapsody.com).
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Note: In order to play back Internet radio from the "Radio Favorites“ list, you don't need music server software since SoundBridge receives the data directly from the Internet.
Music Server Software Recommended
for …
Windows Media Player (UPnP Windows Media DRM 10 protocols)
Firefly Media Server (support for Roku server protocol)
Rhapsody (proprietary Rhapsody protocol)
Windows XP with Service Pack 2
PC/Mac This high quality “open source” media server will
Rhapsody subscribers
Note
Free music server software from Microsoft. For Windows Media Player versions lower than 11, you will need the free Windows Media Connect software.
Supports the entire user interface incl. search and browsing.
Supports: MP3, WMA, WMA DRM, WMA lossless and playlists that have been created in Windows Media Player.
serve music in many formats (WMA, MP3, AAC, FLAC, Apple Lossless). It integrates directly with iTunes and can share your iTunes music library, or any music library. As with all non-Apple products, it does NOT support protected AAC files. It does not support protected WMA files. It does support SoundBridge’s full Browse, Search and Display feature set as well as playlists and Smart Playlists created in iTunes.
Music server software that is required for the Rhapsody music service.
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Music Server Software Recommended for
…
Musicmatch Jukebox (UPnP AV protocol)
SoundBridge has two user interfaces. In order to use the entire SoundBridge user interface, which offers a search function and many browsing options, you need to use the Firefly Media Server or Windows Media Player 11 or higher.
The other programs do not have the entire range of functions necessary to provide SoundBridge the data for the user interface. For example, some music servers do not support the search function.
Windows 98SE/ ME/XP/2000 (as of Service Pack 3)
Note
Very popular music jukebox and music server software with integrated UPnP AV server that is supported by SoundBridge. Musicmatch can also be used in combination with Windows Media Connect – this extends the functionality. Supports: MP3, WMA, WAV, WMA DRM only in conjunction with Windows Media Connect.
A. Instructions for installing Windows Media Player and enabling music sharing:
1. If it is not yet installed, download and install the free Windows XP Service Pack 2 from Microsoft or use the Windows Updater to perform the update.
2. If it is not yet installed, download and install the latest version of the free Windows Media Player from Microsoft or use the Windows Updater to perform the update.
Music sharing: To be able to play back the files from your computer, you first have to share your Windows Media Player Libraries and add SoundBridge to the Windows Media Player list of allowed devices. To do this, open the Windows Media Player. In the Tool menu, choose the option Options. In the popup window, choose the tab Library. In the Library tab, choose
Configure Sharing. At this point, select the option Share my media and click OK. In the Share my media to list, select SoundBridge and click Allow. Apply the settings you have
made and close the window.
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Note: If you are using Windows Media Player 10, you first have to install the free music server software Windows Media Connect.
B. Installing the Firefly Media Server and enabling music sharing
1.
Download the Firefly Media Server from www.fireflymediaserver.com or install the Firefly Media Server from the installation CD included in the package.
2. Continue with the menu item “Enable Firefly Media Server”.
Music sharing: It is not necessary to enable the Firefly Media Server for music sharing. However, the program must be running to be able to play back music from your SoundBridge. Note: If you are using Firefly Media Server to play back iTunes Musik libraries, make sure that the Firefly Media Folder is identical with the iTunes Music Folder.
C. Instructions for installing Rhapsody and enabling music sharing
1.
If it is not yet installed, download and install the Real Networks Rhapsody client (download from www.rhapsody.com)
2. Then follow the instructions in Section II (“Connecting the Hardware”)
Music sharing: Start the Rhapsody program. In the menu item OPTION, select the sub-item USER SETTINGS and click the UPnP tab. Click START to start the UPnP server. The "Start UPnP server once logged in" option automatically starts the UPnP music server as soon as Rhapsody is opened.
D. Instructions for installing Musicmatch Jukebox and enabling music sharing
1.
If it is not yet installed, download and install the Musicmatch Jukebox from www.musicmatch.com.
2. Then follow the instructions in Section II ("Connecting the Hardware“).
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