SMC Networks SMCWMR-AG User Manual

SMCWMR-AG EZ-Stream™ Universal

2.4GHz/5GHz Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver User Guide

From SMC’s line of home entertainment networking products

December 2003

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Media Server Software Configuration . . . . . . . . . 15

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Audio/Video Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Setting up the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Configuration for Wireless Operation via TV User Interface

Configuration for Wired Operation via TV User Interface . . . . 23

Configuration via Web User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Playing Your Multimedia Content . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Playing an Audio File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Playing iRadio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Viewing Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Playing a Video File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

. . . 20

Creating and Editing Multimedia Content . . . . . 31

How to create MP3s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

How to create Playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

How to tag MP3s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Table of contents

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Compliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i

Legal Information and Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

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).

oLink (blue)

Solid LED indicates a valid connection to the wireless network & Media Server. Blinking LED indicates that the SMCWMR-AG is attempting connect to the Media Server. No light indicates that there is no link to the Media Server.

o 100Mbps (green)

Solid LED indicates a valid 100Mbps network connection. Blinking LED indicates traffic on the network. No light indicates that there is no link.

o 10Mbps (green)

Solid LED indicates a valid 10Mbps network connection. Blinking LED indicates traffic on the network.

No light indicates that there is no link.

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 802.11b, 802.11g or 802.11a wireless networks.

• Full optimization of your digital content-oriented environment.

Using the Remote Control

The SMCWMR-AG Universal Wireless Multimedia Receiver Remote Control works much like several other remotes already found with other products (like DVD players, VCRs, TVs, etc.) with several extra features to make your digital content-oriented environment much easier to navigate.

• Power: Switches the Wireless Multimedia Receiver power state between [Stand-By] and [Power On].

• Audio: Displays the [Audio] menu.

• iRadio: Displays the [Internet Radio] menu.

• Picture: Displays the [Photo] menu.

• Video: Displays the [Video] menu.

• Menu: Displays the [General] menu.

• Info: Displays the Wireless Multimedia Receiver specific data, such as software version, wireless link quality, etc.

• Arrow Right: Scroll to the right in the TV UI display. Press and release to move one position to the right (useful when configuring the network settings

•

Arrow Left: Scroll to the left in the TV UI display. Press and release

to move one position to the left (useful when configuring the network settings like SSID, IP Address, etc.). Press and hold to scroll continuously.

• Arrow Up: Scroll up in the TV UI display. Press and release to move one position up (useful when configuring the network settings like SSID, IP Address, and WEP). Press and hold to scroll continuously.

like SSID, IP Address, etc.). Press and hold to scroll continuously.

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.

• Play/Pause: Plays the currently selected audio or video selection or pauses the currently playing audio or video selection.

• Stop: Stops the currently playing audio or video.

• Previous: When viewing photo albums, press [Previous] to play the previous photo selection. When listening to a playlist, press [Previous] to play the previous track.

• Next: When viewing photo albums, press [Next] to play the next photo selection. When listening to a playlist, press [Next] to play the next track.

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.

Immediately inform your dealer in the event of any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, please retain the carton and original packing materials in case there is a need to return the product.

Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at SMC's Web site http://www.smc.com

or http://www.smc-europe.com.

YSTEM

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.

• The SMCWMR-AG supports Smart Box Management. This allows you to automatically check for firmware updates online and then give you the option to upgrade. To utilize this function, an internet connection is required. The SMCWMR-AG can support a direct internet connection or a connection through a proxy.

• Network Adapters:

o Wired Desktop: An SMC1255TX 10/100Mbps PCI Ethernet Card

is recommended. Wireless Laptop: An SMC2336W-AG 802.11a/g Universal

Wireless Cardbus Adapter is recommended.

o Wireless Desktop: An SMC2802W 802.11g Wireless PCI Card

is recommended.

o Wired Laptop: An SMC8036TX 10/100Mbps Cardbus Ethernet

Adapter is recommended.

• A stereo and/or TV viewing device.

EQUIREMENTS

MEDIA SERVER

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

Windows

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

EZ Installation Wizard does not automatically button from your Windows [Start] menu. Click [Run] and type ?:\smcwmr.exe.

Step 2: Click the [Install SMCWMR-AG Media Server] button.

98/SE/Me/2000/XP

or if the

appear, please click the [Start]

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 be stored. (Note: It is recommended to leave this [Next] to continue.

at the default setting.) Click

application will

Windows 98/SE/Me/2000/XP

Step 6: The installation will begin. After completion, click [Finish] You have now completed the Media Server install process

to exit.

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 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 [Network and corresponding IP Address are correct. The Media Server software must be operating connection is selected, asked to restart the application.

Step 5: Go to the [Internet Radio] tab. Click the [Add] button to specify new radio stations. You will be asked to enter a name for the Radio Station and the complete URL (or internet address). There is always a port associated with this URL. For example, a possible Internet Radio URL could be http://64.202.98.58:10500. Another example, using a domain name instead, would be http://www.domain.com:10500. If you are unable to locate the port of the MP3 streaming station, please browse the FAQ's online or contact the administrator of the station.

Connection] tab and verify that the selected Network Connection on the same network as the SMCWMR-AG. If the incorrect network

highlight the appropriate one, and press [Yes] when

share a new

the

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. This tab allows you to specify:

• [When I start my computer] When [Automatically start Media Server] is selected, this will run the server application automatically upon boot-up.

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