Yamaha mcx-1000 User Manual
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions.
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Keep these instructions.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
• Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert you to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
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Heed all warnings.
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Follow all instructions.
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Do not use this apparatus near water.
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Clean only with dry cloth.
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Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
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manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
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stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
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plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
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at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
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or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
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long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
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required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply 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.
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FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions
contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications
not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority,
granted by the FCC, to use the product.
2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/
or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s
supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation
instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void your FCC
authorization to use this product in the USA.
3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply with the
requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B”
digital devices. Compliance with these requirements provides a
reasonable level of assurance that your use of this product in a
residential environment will not result in harmful interference
with other electronic devices.
This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if not
installed and used according to the instructions found in the users
manual, may cause interference harmful to the operation of other
electronic devices.
Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that
interference will not occur in all installations. If this product is
found to be the source of interference, which can be determined by
turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to eliminate the
problem by using one of the following measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being affected by
the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit breaker
or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient the
antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead, change the
lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory results,
please contact the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of
product. If you can not locate the appropriate retailer, please
contact Yamaha Electronics Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe
Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products distributed
by Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsidiaries.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by
playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion - and, most
importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Since hearing damage from loud sounds is often undetectable until it is too late,
YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure from
excessive volume levels.
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CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT
• To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep
it in a safe place for future reference.
• Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place - away from
direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold.
Avoid ventilation space of at least 30 cm on the top, 20 cm on the left
and right, and 10 cm on the back of this unit.
• Locate this unit away from other electrical appliances, motors, or
transformers to avoid humming sounds.
• Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes from cold to hot,
and do not locate this unit in a environment with high humidity (i.e. a
room with a humidifier) to prevent condensation inside this unit, which
may cause an electrical shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal
injury.
• Avoid installing this unit where foreign object may fall onto this unit
and/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the
top of this unit, do NOT place:
• Other components, as they may cause damage and/or discoloration on
the surface of this unit.
• Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this
unit, and/or personal injury.
• Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and liquid may electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit.
• Do not cover the rear panel of this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth,
curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature
inside this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or
personal injury.
• Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all connections are
complete.
• Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causing
damage.
• Do not use force on switches, knobs and/or cords.
• When disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet, grasp the plug;
do not pull the cord.
• Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this might damage the
finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
• Only voltage specified on this unit must be used. Using this unit with a
higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage to
this unit, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be held responsible
for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than
specified.
• To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet during an electrical storm.
• Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact qualified YAMAHA
service personnel when any service is needed. The cabinet should never
be opened for any reasons.
• When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (i.e.
vacation), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.
• Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section on common
operating errors before concluding that this unit is faulty.
• Before moving this unit, first check that there is no disc in the disc tray.
Finally, press STANDBY/ON to turn off this unit, and disconnect the
AC power plug from the wall outlet.
WAR NING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Laser component in this product is capable of emitting radiation
exceeding the limit for Class 1.
IMPORTANT!
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space below.
Model:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future reference.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODEL
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloures in accordance with the
following code:
GREEN-and-YELLOW:Earth
BLUE:Neutral
BROWN:Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured GREEN-andYELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured
GREEN or GREEN-and -YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUE
must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
RED.
For U.K. customers
If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied with
this appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For
details, refer to the instructions described above.
Note: The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plug
with bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.
For Canadian Customers
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and
fully insert.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Do not remove the wireless LAN card from the MCX-1000.
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For US customers
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for uncontrolled equipment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with a minimum distance of at least 20cm between the radiator
and the persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet, and
legs) and must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna or
transmitter.
For Canadian customers
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause interference, and (2), this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is
located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health
Canada limits for the general population: consult Safety Code 6,
obtainable from Health Canada's website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb
For U.K. and European customers
We, the manufacturer YAMAHA hereby declare that the MCX-1000 is
in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999 / 5 / EC.
CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT
Allen voor klanten in Nederland
Bij dit product zijn batterijen geleverd.
Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet
weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.
“Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote and
the Gracenote CDDB
standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more
information visit www.gracenote.com
“CD and music-related data from Gracenote CDDB
SM
© 2000, 2001, 2002 Gracenote. Gracenote CDDB Client Software ©
Service
2000, 2001, 2002 Gracenote. U.S. Patents Numbers #5,987,525; #6,061,680;
#6,154,773, and other patents issued or pending.
CDDB is a registered trademark of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype,
the Gracenote CDDB logo and logotype, and the “Powered by Gracenote CDDB”
logo are trademarks of Gracenote. Music Recognition Service and MRS are
service marks of Gracenote.”
®
Music Recognition ServiceSM. Gracenote is the industry
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Music Recognition
Vi, tillverkaren YAMAHA, betygar härmed att MCX-1000 är i
överensstämmelse med de erforderliga krav och andra tillämpliga
bestämmelser som anges i direktivet 1999/5/EC.
Noi, il fabbricante YAMAHA, con questo dichiariamo che MCX-1000
si trova in osservanza dei requisiti essenziali e delle altre normative
pertinenti della direttiva 1999 / 5 / EC.
Nosotros, el fabricante YAMAHA, declaramos por el presente
testamento que el MCX-1000 cumple con los requisitos esenciales y
otras provisiones pertinentes de la Directiva 1999/5/EC.
YAMAHA verklaart hierbij dat de MCX-1000 voldoet aan de essentiële
vereisten en andere relevante voorzieningen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.
Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right to distribute
content created with this product in revenue-generating distribute systems
(terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribution channels), streaming
applications (via Internet, intranets and/or other networks), other content
distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications and the like) or
on physical media (compact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips,
hard drives, memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is
required. For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com
This product contains AVE-TCP from ACCESS CO.LTD.
Copyright © 1996-2002 ACCESS CO.,LTD
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CONTENTS
Getting started
Features of the MusicCAST server ................................8
About this manual ..........................................................8
What is the MusicCAST system? ...................................9
Supplied accessories ...................................................10
Controls and functions (YAMAHA standard) ................11
Front panel .............................................................11
Rear panel ..............................................................13
Remote control .......................................................14
Preparing the remote controls ......................................16
Preparing the MusicCAST server remote control ...16
Checking your system connections ..............................17
Component check list .............................................17
MusicCAST server standby and power modes ............18
Using this manual .........................................................19
Operating the MusicCAST server ................................20
Storing music on the MusicCAST server
Music storage formats ............................................21
Loading a CD into the MusicCAST server ..............21
The CD contents display screen ............................23
Storing a CD ...........................................................24
Auto-storing CDs ....................................................25
Recording audio material from an external
component on the MusicCAST server .........................26
Check component connections ..............................26
Recording ...............................................................27
Adjusting the recording level ..................................28
Setting the recording mode ....................................29
Playback
Selecting a song by its artist ........................................30
Selecting a song by its album ......................................32
Selecting a song by its genre .......................................34
Selecting a song by its name .......................................36
Using song linking ..................................................37
Selecting a song from the list of bookmarks ................38
The Play Information screen ........................................39
The Play Information screen time display ..............39
Using the Play Information screen submenu ..........39
Playback of songs from a preselected list (Playlist) .....41
Searching for a specific part of a song (Search) ..........43
Search forward .......................................................43
Search backward ....................................................43
Skipping to another song .............................................43
Skipping to the next song .......................................43
Returning to the start of the currently
playing song ...........................................................43
Skipping to the previous song ................................43
Groups .........................................................................44
Listening to albums ................................................44
Listening to artists ..................................................45
Listening to genres .................................................45
Listening to Playlists ...............................................45
Repeat Playback ..........................................................46
Random Playback ........................................................47
Using the MusicCAST server to listen to CDs ..............48
Using the MusicCAST server to listen to
external components ....................................................50
Listening to songs recorded from external
components .................................................................51
Listening to MP3 CDs ..................................................52
MP3 CD specifications ...........................................52
Bookmarking songs for listening ..................................53
To attach a bookmark .............................................53
To playback a bookmarked song ...........................53
Removing a bookmark ...........................................54
Deleting all bookmarks ...........................................54
Playback using the “Song Statistics” screen ................55
Displaying library item properties on screen ................56
Editing
Editing capabilities of the MusicCAST server ..............57
Editing album details ....................................................59
Opening the album editing screen (sub menu) ......59
Creating a new album ............................................60
Changing an album name ......................................60
Deleting an Album ..................................................61
Moving an album to another artist ..........................61
Moving an album to another genre .........................62
Editing artist details ......................................................64
Opening the artist editing screen (sub menu) ........64
Creating a new artist ..............................................65
Changing an artist name ........................................65
Deleting an artist ....................................................66
Editing Genre details ....................................................67
Opening the genre editing screen (sub menu) .......67
Creating a new genre .............................................68
Changing a genre name .........................................68
Deleting a genre .....................................................69
Editing songs ...............................................................70
Opening the song editing screen (Sub menu) ........ 70
Changing a song name ..........................................71
Deleting a song ......................................................71
Editing songs recorded from external components ...... 72
Opening the song editing screen (sub menu) ........72
Changing a song name ..........................................73
Deleting a song ......................................................73
Moving a song ........................................................74
Making playlists ............................................................75
Using the on-screen keyboard to enter characters ......78
Using a PS/2 keyboard with the MusicCAST server ....79
Connecting a PS/2 keyboard to the
MusicCAST server .................................................79
Other keyboard functions .......................................79
Creating CDs
CD recording song formats ....................................80
Selecting songs to record from the songs
stored in the MusicCAST server ..................................80
Changing the song order ........................................83
Removing a song from the recording list ................84
Recording a CD to a CD-R (Duplicating a CD) ............85
Setting recording parameters .......................................88
Making a high quality recording ..............................88
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Selecting a recording format .................................. 88
Setting recording speed ......................................... 88
Setting the Recording auto level function ...............88
Deleting a CD-RW (Initialization) ................................. 89
Using the MusicCAST with a YAMAHA AV
receiver
Automatically adjusting AV receiver surround
effect settings for a genre ............................................91
Controlling MusicCAST clients
Checking the status of a MusicCAST client ................. 92
MusicCAST client playback from the
MusicCAST server .......................................................93
Locking and unlocking MusicCAST clients ..................93
Stopping and starting playback on all
MusicCAST clients simultaneously .............................. 94
Controlling the MusicCAST client Sleep
mode from the MusicCAST server ...............................95
Editing MusicCAST client names .................................95
Setting AV receiver parameters ................................. 122
Turning the Auto Levelling function on and off .......... 124
Setting the screen display .......................................... 124
Enabling PCM format playback on
MusicCAST clients ..................................................... 125
Setting up a PS/2 keyboard .......................................126
Setting the standby mode ..........................................126
Setting the brightness of the front panel display ........ 127
Deleting data from the hard disk drive ....................... 128
Updating the MusicCAST system .............................. 128
Resetting the MusicCAST server to
factory defaults .......................................................... 129
Checking system information
Opening the system information screens .................. 130
Checking hard drive capacity .....................................131
Checking the number of songs stored in
the MusicCAST server ...............................................131
Checking MP3 encoding status ................................. 132
Checking the system version ..................................... 132
Checking AV receivers the MusicCAST server
can control .................................................................133
Using the Timer function for playback and
recording
MusicCAST Server Timer functions .............................97
Setting playback Timer details for the
MusicCAST server .................................................97
Starting recording on the MusicCAST
server at a preset time ...........................................98
Activating the MusicCAST Timer function .............. 99
MusicCAST client Timer functions ............................. 101
Setting playback Timer details for
MusicCAST clients ...............................................101
Activating the Timer function ................................102
Configuring the MusicCAST network
What is a wireless network connection,
and when should I use one? ................................104
What is a wired network connection,
and when should I use one? ................................105
MusicCAST network configuration .............................106
Preparing to use Auto Configuration ....................106
Using Auto Configuration ..................................... 106
MusicCAST Server network “Expert Settings” ...........108
IP address screen ................................................108
DHCP service screen ........................................... 110
Wireless LAN screen ............................................ 111
Viewing the MusicCAST Server network status ........ 111
IP Address screen ................................................112
Wireless LAN screen ............................................ 112
MusicCAST client ID manual configuration ............... 113
Appendix
CD/CD-R/CD-RW compatible with this unit ............... 134
Rules of digital recording and notes on system ......... 136
Rules of digital recording ..................................... 136
Notes on system .................................................. 136
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................... 137
Terms used in this manual .........................................140
Playback ..............................................................140
Recording .............................................................140
Network connections ............................................140
Hardware .............................................................141
Software ...............................................................142
Specifications .............................................................143
Index .......................................................................... 144
System setup
System Setup menus ...........................................115
Default system settings ........................................ 115
Opening the system setting screens .......................... 117
Setting the date and time ........................................... 117
Setting the video output parameters ..........................119
Setting the Gracenote CDDB connection ..................119
Setting the auto-play function ....................................120
Set the MusicCAST server data storage format ........121
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Features of the MusicCAST server
The MusicCAST system uses a wireless network to connect the MusicCAST server and MusicCAST clients,
which call up and play songs stored in the MusicCAST server. You can use a MusicCAST client anywhere where
it can receive wireless network signals from the MusicCAST server.
Feature include
• High speed storage of CDs to the internal hard disk drive.
• Wireless transmission to MusicCAST clients, allowing independent operation of all components in the
MusicCAST system.
• Display of information on songs, albums, artists, and genres stored on the MusicCAST server hard disk drive.
• Control of YAMAHA AV receivers through an RS-232C connection.
• High quality recording to CD-R discs using Advanced AudioMASTER
About this manual
This manual contains the following sections:
Getting started
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Explains the basic usage and concept of the MusicCAST server.
TM.
Storing music on the MusicCAST server
■
Explains how to store music from CDs and external components on the internal hard disk drive of the MusicCAST
server.
Playback
■
Explains how to play back music from the MusicCAST server using criteria such as album and artist names to
search for songs.
Editing
■
Explains how to manage songs stored on the MusicCAST server.
Creating CDs
■
Explains how to create CDs using songs you select from those stored on the MusicCAST server.
Using the MusicCAST with a YAMAHA AV receiver
■
The MusicCAST server can control certain functions on a YAMAHA AV receiver if you connect the two
components using an RS-232C cable. This section explains how to connect the MusicCAST server and AV
receiver and use them together.
Controlling MusicCAST clients
■
Explains how to control MusicCAST clients from the MusicCAST server.
Using the Timer function for playback and recording
■
Explains how to use the Timer function to record and playback audio material.
Configuring the network
■
Explains how to configure the network parameters to enable MusicCAST clients to connect to the MusicCAST
server. It also explains how to connect the MusicCAST server to the Internet.
System setup
■
Explains how to configure system settings (on-screen display, system time etc) of the MusicCAST server.
Checking system information
■
Explains how to check system information such as space remaining on the hard disk drive, and the number of
songs currently stored in the MusicCAST server.
Trouble shooting
■
Offers suggestions to follow when your MusicCAST server appears to be functioning incorrectly.
This owner’s manual refers to the MCX-1000 DIGITAL AUDIO SERVER as the MusicCAST server and the
MCX-A10 DIGITAL AUDIO TERMINAL as the MusicCAST client.
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Getting started
What is the MusicCAST system?
The MusicCAST system consists of two components, the MusicCAST server and the MusicCAST client, which
allow you to store music and play it back in multiple locations. You can store many of the CDs in your collection
and play them back whenever you want, rather like a Juke box. The two components in the system are explained
below.
Getting started
Speaker Speaker
MusicCAST client
MusicCAST server
TV/Monitor
AV receiverSpeaker Speaker
What is the MusicCAST server?
The MusicCAST server acts as a storage space for music and other audio material. The MusicCAST server can store many
music CDs on its internal hard disk drive, which it can then play back, or distribute to MusicCAST clients for playback at a
distance. It records the names of the songs, artist, album, and the music genre of the CD during the storage process, allowing
easy access to the songs without requiring you to enter any data by hand. You can then use these criteria to look for and
select songs for playback simply and quickly. You can also set the MusicCAST Server to play songs at random, repeat one
particular song, or select from a number of other playback options.
NOTE
The actual number of CDs the MusicCAST server can store depends on the size of the hard disk drive installed, and the format
you choose to store songs in. Typically it can store over 100 CDs in PCM format on an 80 GB hard disk drive, or over 1000 CDs
if you choose to store the songs in MP3 formats only.
What is the MusicCAST Client?
The MusicCAST client acts as a player for the songs stored on the MusicCAST server.
Since the MusicCAST client can connect to the MusicCAST server through a wireless connection, you can install it without
having to use any connecting cables. You can, for example, install a MusicCAST server in your living room, and
MusicCAST clients in your bedroom and childrens’ rooms, then connect and listen to the music stored in the MusicCAST
server from each location. The MusicCAST client allows you to search for songs in the same manner as the MusicCAST
server, by selecting a song, album, artist, or genre.
Additionally, because the MusicCAST server is capable of connecting to up to seven MusicCAST clients simultaneously,
you can play different songs on multiple MusicCAST clients at the same time.
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Getting started
Supplied accessories
After unpacking, check that the following parts are included.
• Remote Control • Batteries (size AA, UM-3, or R6) (2)
• Audio Pin Cable (1)
• Optical Cable (1)
• Video Pin Cable (1)
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Controls and functions (YAMAHA standard)
Front panel
Getting started
Getting started
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1 STANDBY/ON
Switches the MusicCAST server between standby and power
on modes. Press and hold STANDBY/ON for two seconds to
place all MusicCAST clients in sleep mode and place the
MusicCAST server in standby mode.
2 Disc tray
3 PLAY INFO.
Displays the Play Info. screen on the on-screen display.
4 MENU
Returns the on-screen display to the Menu screens when the
MusicCAST server is displaying the Play Information screen.
5 TOP MENU
Returns the on-screen display to the Top Menu.
6 LAN STANDBY indicator
Lights when the MusicCAST server is in LAN standby mode.
7 TIMER indicator
Lights when the MusicCAST server Timer function is
activated.
8 BACK
Returns one level up the menu.
9 SUB MENU
Displays the sub menu where applicable.
0 Controller
Moves the cursor on the on-screen display and enters, deletes,
plays, or selects the selection highlighted on the on-screen
display, as appropriate.
234567890ABC
DEFGHI J KLMN
A CLIENT STATUS indicators
Light when MusicCAST clients connected to the MusicCAST
server are activated and able to play back songs.
Indicators 1,2,3,4 indicate the status of clients 1,2,3 and 4.
Indicator 5 lights when clients 5,6 or 7 are active.
B PA G E
Scrolls the menu page up when the contents the MusicCAST
server is displaying cannot be displayed on one menu page.
C PA G E
Scrolls the menu page down when the contents the
MusicCAST server is displaying cannot be displayed on one
menu page.
D (OPEN/CLOSE)
Opens and closes the disc tray.
E (STOP)
Halts playback on the MusicCAST server.
F (PLAY)
Starts playback of the selected item.
G CD AUTO STORE
Starts the automatic CD storage process.
H ENCODING indicator
Lights when the MusicCAST server is converting PCM files to
MP3 files.
I PS/2 KEYBOARD jack
Connect a PS/2 keyboard to this input for easy data entry.
J PHONES jack
Connect your headphones to this jack.
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K LEVEL control
Controls the volume level of the output to your headphones.
L ANALOG REC LEVEL control
Controls the recording level when recording from a source
connected to the ANALOG IN jacks.
M Front panel door
N Front panel diaplay
Displays information on the operations and status of the
MusicCAST server.
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Rear panel
1 VIDEO jacks
NOTE
The MusicCAST server does not record any video signal.
Video signals from the S VIDEO IN and VIDEO IN jacks are
passed directly to the S VIDEO OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks
respectively, and are not processed in the MusicCAST server at
all.
• S VIDEO IN jack
Connects to the S VIDEO output from your video component
using an S VIDEO cable.
• S VIDEO OUT jack
Connects to the S VIDEO input on your TV/monitor using an S
VIDEO cable.
• VIDEO IN jack
Connects to the VIDEO output from the video component.
• VIDEO OUT jack
Connects to the video input on your TV/monitor.
2 LAN terminal
• LINK indicator
Lights up when the MusicCAST server is connected to a local
area network.
• ACTIVE indicator
Lights up when the MusicCAST server is transmitting or
receiving data over a local area network.
3 Wireless LAN antenna
4 RS-232C terminal
Connects to the RS-232C terminal on your YAMAHA AV
receiver using an RS-232C cable to allow the MusicCAST
server to control certain functions on the AV receiver.
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5 AUDIO jacks
• OPTICAL (digital) IN jack
Connects to the optical digital output jack on an external
component to receive signals from the component over a
digital optical connection.
• OPTICAL (digital) OUT jack
Connects to the optical digital input jack on an external
component to transmit signals to the component over a digital
optical connection.
• COAXIAL (digital) IN jack
Connects to the coaxial digital output jack on an external
component to receive signals from the component over a
digital coaxial connection.
• COAXIAL (digital) OUT jack
Connects to the coaxial digital input jack on an external
component to transmit signals to the component over a digital
coaxial connection.
• ANALOG IN jacks
Connects to the analog output jacks on an external component
to receive signals from the component over an analog
connection.
• ANALOG OUT jacks
Connects to the analog input jacks on an external component to
transmit signals to the component over to end of an analog
connection.
6 FAN
7 HDD slot
8 AC power cord
(U.S.A model)
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Remote control
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5
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A
B
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D
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F
G
H
I
J
K
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Q
R
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T
U
V
W
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Y
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6 SONG STATISTICS
Displays the Song Statistics screen on the on-screen display.
7 EXT. INPUTS
Displays the External Input screen on the on-screen display.
8 RECORDING
Displays the Recording screen on the on-screen display.
9 PAU S E
Pauses/Unpauses playback on the MusicCAST server.
0 REPEAT
Cycles through the MusicCAST server repeat modes.
A
Accesses the previous track in the playback group you are
listening to.
B
Accesses the next track in the playback group you are listening
to.
C STOP
Halts playback on the MusicCAST server.
D MENU
Returns the on-screen display to the Menu screens when the
MusicCAST server is displaying the Play Information screen.
E TOP MENU
Returns the on-screen display to the top menu.
F GROUP
Accesses the previous playback group.
1 STANDBY/ON
Switches the MusicCAST server between standby and power
on modes. Press and hold STANDBY/ON for two seconds to
place all MusicCAST clients in sleep mode and place the
MusicCAST server in standby mode.
2 TIMER
Activates the MusicCAST server Timer function.
3 ARTISTS
Displays the Artists screen on the on-screen display.
4 ALBUMS
Displays the Albums screen on the on-screen display.
5 PLAYLISTS
Displays the Playlists screen on the on-screen display.
G BACK
Returns one level up the menu.
H (cursor left)
Moves the on-screen cursor to the left.
I SELECT
Enters, deletes, plays, or selects the selection highlighted on
the on-screen display, as appropriate.
J SUB MENU
Displays the sub menu where applicable.
K BROADCAST
This key is reserved for future functionality.
L FUNC1 / VOL
Reduces the volume level of a YAMAHA AV receiver
connected to the MusicCAST server with an RS-232C cable.
The “FUNC” designation indicates that this key will gain more
functionality in the future.
M FUNC2 / VOL
Increases the volume level of a YAMAHA AV receiver
connected to the MusicCAST server with an RS-232C cable.
The “FUNC” designation indicates that this key will gain more
functionality in the future.
N OPEN / CLOSE
Opens and closes the disc tray.
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O ALL SONGS
Displays the All Songs screen on the on-screen display.
P GENRES
Displays the Genres screen on the on-screen display.
Q CD
Displays the CD screen on the on-screen display.
R BOOKMARKS
Displays the Bookmarks screen on the on-screen display.
S CLIENT PLAYBACK
Displays the Client Playback screen on the on-screen display.
T AV RECEIVER
Displays the AV Receiver screen on the on-screen display.
U TIME
Cycles the time display mode on the Play Information screen.
V RANDOM
Cycles the random playback mode on the Play Information
screen.
W
Searches forward through the song you are currently listening
to.
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X
Searches backward through the song you are currently
listening to.
Y PLAY INFO.
Displays the “Play Info.” screen on the on-screen display.
Z PLAY
Starts playback of the selected item.
[ BOOKMARK ON/OFF
Attaches or removes a bookmark from a song.
\ GROUP
Accesses the next playback group.
] PA G E
Scrolls the menu page up when the contents the MusicCAST
server is displaying cannot be displayed on one menu page.
^ (cursor up)
Moves the on-screen cursor up.
a (cursor right)
Moves the on-screen cursor to the right.
b (cursor down)
Moves the on-screen cursor down.
c PA G E
Scrolls the menu page down when the contents the
MusicCAST server is displaying cannot be displayed on one
menu page.
d FUNC3 / MUTE
Mutes the sound outputs from a YAMAHA AV receiver
connected to the MusicCAST server with a RS-232C cable.
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Preparing the remote controls
Preparing the MusicCAST server
remote control
■ Inserting the batteries
1 Remove the cover on the underside of the
remote control.
2 Insert two AA batteries into the battery
compartment, checking that the positive (+) and
negative (–) terminals on the batteries
correspond to the polarity markings on the
case.
■ Using the remote control
Signal receiver
3 Slide the cover back until it snaps into place.
1
3
2
■ Battery replacement
If you find that the remote control must be used closer
to the main unit than usual, the battery is weak.
Replace the battery with new one.
■ Notes on batteries
• Please use AA size batteries.
• Do not use old batteries together with new ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries (such as alkaline
and manganese batteries) together.
• Do not use rechargable batteries.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control if you do
not intend to use it for an extended period.
• If the battery leaks, dispose of it immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact
with clothing, etc. Skin contact may cause burn. If it
occurs, wash with water promptly and get medical
attention.
• Do not connect the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals
of any one-battery together.
Approx. 6m
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• If using this remote control causes other equipment to
malfunction, change the location of the equipment.
• Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote control.
• Do not store or leave the remote control in conditions of
high temperature or humidity, such as near a stove, heater,
or bath.
• Do not place the MusicCAST server in locations where the
signal receiver will be in direct sunlight or near lighting
equipment. The remote control may not function correctly
in these conditions.
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Getting started
Checking your system connections
You must connect your MusicCAST system correctly to use all of its functions to the full. Follow the instructions in
the attached “Setup guide” carefully when setting up your system.
Router
YAMAHA
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MusicCAST
client
MusicCAST
client
LAN
AUDIO
AV receiver
To Internet
VIDEO
PS/2 KEYBOARD (OPTIONAL)
SpeakerSpeaker
TV/Monitor
Keyboard
Component check list
❍ TV/monitor
Allows you to carry out all operations on the MusicCAST server from the on-screen display.
❍ MusicCAST client
Plays any of the songs stored in the MusicCAST server.
❍ AV receiver, speakers
Connect speakers and an amplifier or AV receiver to the MusicCAST server if you wish to listen to music stored
on its hard disk drive from the MusicCAST server directly.
❍ Internet
When song, artist, album, or genre titles are not present in its built-in database the MusicCAST server can use an
Internet connection to download relevant information. We recommend that you use a broadband router to
connect to the Internet. Connecting to the Internet is not absolutely necessary, but enhances the experience of
using the MusicCAST system.
❍ PS/2 keyboard (OPTIONAL)
Allows you to easily enter and edit information such as album and song titles on the MusicCAST server.
❍ MusicCAST client speakers
Connect speakers to the MusicCAST client if you wish to listen to music from it directly.
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MusicCAST server standby and power modes
The MusicCAST server has four different standby and power modes, and uses each in a specific set of
circumstances. The MusicCAST server consumes power in all modes, however standby modes generally
consume less power than when the MusicCAST is in power on mode.
The following diagram illustrates the MusicCAST server standby and power on modes, and the actions required
to move between them. The figures in brackets indicate the amount of electricity consumed per hour in that
particular mode.
Power on
STANDBY : Green
• STANDBY/ON key (ON)
• TIMER START
LAN standby
STANDBY : Red
Front panel display : UnLit
OSD : Off
TIMER : Optional
LAN STANDBY : Lit (orange)
ENCODING : Off
CLIENT : Off
Front panel display : Lit
OSD : Optional
TIMER : Optional
LAN STANDBY : Optional
ENCODING : Optional
CLIENT : Optional
• STANDBY/ON key (OFF)
• Forced standby
• After idling for 30 minutes
• TIMER END
• MusicCAST client on
• TIMER START
• STANDBY/ON key (OFF)
• Forced standby
• TIMER END
• Encoding complete
• MusicCAST client OFF
• TIMER END
• STANDBY/ON key (OFF)
• TIMER END
• STANDBY/ON key (ON)
• TIMER START
Sleep
STANDBY : Red
Front panel display : UnLit
OSD : Off
TIMER : Optional
LAN STANDBY : Optional
ENCODING : Optional (*1)
CLIENT : Optional (*1)
• STANDBY/ON key (ON)
• TIMER START
(*1 One of these lights will always
flash when the MusicCAST server is
in Sleep Mode)
IR Standby
STANDBY : Red
Front panel display : Unlit
OSD : Off
TIMER : Optional
LAN STANDBY : Unlit
ENCODING : Unlit
CLIENT : Unlit
• TIMER START
• Encoding complete
• MusicCAST client OFF
• TIMER END
If you do not use the MusicCAST server for more than 30 minutes, and it is not encoding MP3 files, or
transmitting music data to MusicCAST clients, it automatically places the itself in LAN standby mode, regardless
of your standby mode settings.
LAN STANDBY
indicator
TIMER
indicator
CLIENT
indicator
STANDBY
indicator
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ENCODING
indicator
Front panel
display
Getting started
Using this manual
This section gives a brief sequential explanation of the procedures involved in using your MusicCAST server.
Refer to it as a guide to using this manual.
SECTION TITLE CONTENT
1 Getting started Use the manual, check your system connections, and learn
about the basic operations of the MusicCAST server.
Getting started
2 Storing music on the
MusicCAST server
3 Playback Search for songs by criteria such as song or album name,
4 Editing Add or change information such as song, artist, or genre
5 Creating CDs Make original CDs from the songs stored on the
6 Using the MusicCAST with a
YAMAHA AV receiver
7 Controlling MusicCAST clients Remotely control any MusicCAST clients connected to your
Store CDs and audio material from external components
connected to the MusicCAST server. Enter information on
material that you have stored, such as artist, album, genre,
or song titles. This information is useful when you wish to
use such criteria as artist, album, or genre name when
playing back songs on the MusicCAST server or clients,
and when making original CDs from the songs you store on
the MusicCAST.
make lists of your favorite songs, or play back songs at
random.
names, and make and edit lists of your favorite songs.
MusicCAST server. Additionally, you can duplicate CDs
you own onto CD-R or CD-RW discs.
Use the MusicCAST server to adjust volume, change
inputs and effect programs, and control other functions on
a RS-232C equipped YAMAHA AV receiver connected to
the MusicCAST server with an RS-232C cable.
MusicCAST server. This function allows you to operate
multiple MusicCAST clients simultaneously, and check
what individual MusicCAST clients are playing.
8 Using the Timer function for
playback and recording
9 Configuring the MusicCAST
network
10 System setup Set parameters such as keyboard type, on-screen display
11 Checking system information Check the remaining time available for song storage,
12 Appendix Refer to this section when your MusicCAST server appears
Use the Timer to automatically start playback on the
MusicCAST server or clients, or place a component in
standby mode, at the time set in the Timer display on the
MusicCAST server. You can also set the MusicCAST
server to begin recording material at a designated time.
Configure the MusicCAST server so that MusicCAST
clients can connect to it over a wired or wireless network.
Additionally, you can configure the MusicCAST server to
work together with other components in an existing
network.
color schemes, and date and time, to suit the conditions
you use your MusicCAST server in.
system firmware version, and other information pertaining
to your MusicCAST system.
to be functioning incorrectly.
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Operating the MusicCAST server
Use the remote control and the television connected to your MusicCAST server to carry out the procedures
described in this manual.
If you connect your MusicCAST server to a television, you can search for CD titles, artist names, and other data
on screen. You can also set all the other parameters used to operate the MusicCAST system from this on-screen
display.
This manual assumes that you have connected your MusicCAST server to a TV/monitor, and uses illustrations of
the on-screen display to explain operations where appropriate.
Most of the explanations in this manual center on using the remote control to operate MusicCAST components,
but you can also access most functions directly from the MusicCAST server and client units. Refer to the
illustrations provided with each explanation to check which keys or buttons are applicable, and use those controls
indicated for each numbered step to carry out procedures.
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2002 YAMAHA AII rights reserved
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Storing music on the MusicCAST server
You can gain easy access to all of the songs in your CD collection, and play them back in multiple
locations using MusicCAST clients if you store them on the hard disk drive in the MusicCAST server.
Storing them together with the relevant album, artist, genre, and song titles enables you to quickly and
simply search for songs you want to listen to and play them back.
Music storage formats
The MusicCAST server can store songs in both PCM and MP3 formats, and is set to store both by default. PCM
format stores music with the same quality as CD, while the MP3 format uses highly compressed data. Storing
songs in PCM format results in a high-quality sound but requires a large amount of space on the MusicCAST
server hard disk drive. Storing songs in MP3 format results in sound quality that is not as high as that of PCM
format songs but requires less space on the MusicCAST server hard disk drive. This enables you to store more
songs on the hard disk drive (roughly 10 times more, depending upon the MP3 recording settings you choose).
The MusicCAST server stores PCM format songs mainly for playback on the MusicCAST server, and for
recording onto CDs. The MusicCAST server can distribute PCM format songs to a single client, however normally
the MusicCAST server distributes MP3 to MusicCAST clients (see page 125 for more information on distributing
PCM format songs to MusicCAST clients).
Loading a CD into the MusicCAST server
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Most of the explanations in this manual center on using
the remote control to operate MusicCAST
components, but you can also access most functions
directly from the MusicCAST server and client units.
Refer to the illustrations provided with each
explanation to check which keys or buttons are
applicable, and use those controls indicated for each
numbered step to carry out procedures.
1 Insert the MusicCAST server power cord into an
AC outlet.
(This picture depicts the style of AC outlet found in the U.S.A).
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2 Press STANDBY/ON on the MusicCAST server
to turn its power on.
The STANDBY/ON indicator turns green.
3 Turn the power of the TV/monitor connected to
the MusicCAST server on, and set it to display
the MusicCAST on-screen display (refer to your
TV/Monitor manual for instructions on how to
do this).
The STANDBY/ON indicator turns red.
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4 Press TOP MENU.
The Top Menu screen appears on the on-screen display.
5 Use / to move the cursor to “Recording”
and press SELECT.
The Recording screen appears on the on-screen display.
8 Place a CD in the MusicCAST server in the disc
tray.
Place the CD in the tray label-side up, aligned with the grooves
on the disc tray.
9 Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray.
The MusicCAST server reads the information on the CD.
This operation can take a few seconds. During this time, the
following screen appears on the on-screen display:
HINT
HINT
You can also access the Recording screen directly by pressing
RECORDING.
6 Use / to move the cursor to “Store from CD”
and press SELECT.
7 Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
When the MusicCAST finishes searching for information, it
displays the following screen showing song, album, artist, and
genre names.
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The CD contents display screen
When you load a CD, the MusicCAST server reads its
type and volume, and looks for the names of the
songs, album, artist, and genre in its built-in Gracenote
®
CDDB
The method the MusicCAST uses to obtain information
depends on the disc it is storing.
database.
What is the Gracenote CDDB?
The Gracenote CDDB is a database which you can access to
gain information on the songs, artists, genre, and album names
for music CDs.
• When information on the CD exists in the built-in
Gracenote CDDB database of the MusicCAST
server:
The MusicCAST server reads song, album, title, and genre
information from its built-in Gracenote CDDB database.
(see page 119 for an explanation of how to set the
MusicCAST server not to access its internal CDDB).
• When there is no information on the CD in the
built-in Gracenote CDDB database of the
MusicCAST server:
If set to do so, the MusicCAST server can attempt to connect
to the Internet based database site (see CDDB, page 119),
and obtain information for display and storage.
• If the MusicCAST server finds more than one
applicable entry in the Gracenote CDDB:
The following screen appears on the on-screen display:
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Use the / to move the cursor to the entry you think is
correct and press SELECT.
What is CD TEXT?
Some CDs have text information such as their song titles, album
names, and genre names encoded on them. This information is
called CD TEXT. The MusicCAST server can read and display
text, and can store it together with song data when you store CDs
on the hard disk drive. Because the MusicCAST server cannot
store some kinds of CD TEXT, we recommend that you use the
Gracenote CDDB by default (see page 119).
• When the MusicCAST server cannot find any
information about the CD:
When there is no text on the CD, and the MusicCAST server
cannot find any relevant data on its built-in Gracenote
CDDB database or the Internet Gracenote CDDB, the
following screen appears on the on-screen display:
To halt this process, use / / / to move the cursor to
“Cancel” and press SELECT.
• To redisplay the CD contents use / / / to
move the cursor to one of the following options
and press SELECT:
CDDB Info: Displays the information stored in either
the internal or Internet-based Gracenote
CDDB service for the CD. Select this
option to redisplay information from the
Gracenote CDDB when multiple selection
are available for the CD.
CD TEXT info: Displays the CD TEXT information stored
on the CD, if any.
Clear CD info: Clears all information on the CD from the
screen.
Note that the MusicCAST stores the information as displayed
on this screen for each CD.
In this case, the MusicCAST server does not automatically
store any information regarding the song titles, artist, album, or
genre names. Lack of data makes searching for songs difficult,
you can enter this data by hand. For more information see
page 78.
If the MusicCAST server does not find any relevant data and
you think it should, press TOP MENU to return to the top
menu, and start the procedure again, as documented on
page 21.
Powered by Gracenote CDDB Music Recognition Service.
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Storing a CD
Store a CD on the hard disk drive of the MusicCAST server.
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1 Follow the procedure described on page 21 to
display the contents of a CD on the on-screen
display.
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3 Use / / / to move the cursor to “Start” and
press SELECT.
The MusicCAST server begins storing songs on its hard disk
drive.
The following screen appears on the on-screen display during
recording:
2 Select the songs you want to store.
By default, the MusicCAST server selects all songs for storage.
There are checkboxes displayed to the left of each song. Use
/ / / to move the cursor to the checkbox of the songs
you do not wish to store, and press SELECT. The tick in the
checkbox disappears.
The screen can display up to 10 songs. Use / to scroll the
display if the CD contains more than 10 songs. Check that all
of the songs you wish to store have ticks in their checkboxes.
During the storage process the MusicCAST server displays a
progress bar in the lower portion of the on-screen diaplay
indicating how far it has progressed with the storage, and icons
indicating that storage is taking place.
To stop the storage process press SELECT.
Take care not to press SELECT in error as pressing SELECT halts
the storage process.
The MusicCAST first stores the songs in PCM form, and then
converts them into MP3 format, saving both copies on the hard
disk drive (see page 21 for an explanation of PCM and MP3
formats). The conversion process takes a short time.
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4 When storage is complete, the following screen
appears on the on-screen display:
• To check the content you have just stored, choose “Open
stored album page” and press SELECT.
• To store another CD, choose “Store another CD” and press
SELECT.
- The disc tray automatically opens. Place a new CD in the
disc tray after removing the CD you have just stored, and
repeat the storage procedure.
5 Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray.
Remove the disc and press OPEN/CLOSE again
to close the disc tray.
Auto-storing CDs
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CD AUTO STORE
You can also use an automatic procedure to store CDs
on your MusicCAST server.
1 Load a CD into the disc tray.
2 Press CD AUTO STORE on the MusicCAST
server.
The MusicCAST server stores all songs on the CD.
The MusicCAST server stores any information it can
obtain about the songs stored from its internal
Gracenote CDDB, or the Internet-based Gracenote
CDDB service, if set to do so. If the MusicCAST server
finds multiple entries for this CD in the Gracenote
CDDB it automatically selects the top entry from the
list.
• The MusicCAST server distributes MP3 files to MusicCAST
clients by default. Please wait for the conversion process to
finish before attempting to listen to the songs you have just
stored on your MusicCAST client. You can check if the
MusicCAST server is currently converting songs by looking
at the MP3 encode schedule (see page 132). The exact time
this process takes depends upon the number and length of
the songs the MusicCAST server is converting.
• Do not disconnect the MusicCAST server from the AC outlet
during the storage process as errors in storage may appear
along with problems with data on the hard disk.
• Do not bump or vibrate the MusicCAST server during
storage, as it may damage the hard disk drive.
• The MusicCAST server automatically stores copyrighted
CDs in analog mode at 1x speed, and is not capable of
storing digital copies of a such CDs at high speed.
HINT
HINT
You can change song titles, and album, artist, and genre
names whenever you wish (see page 57).
During the storage process the MusicCAST server
displays a progress bar in the lower portion of the onscreen diaplay indicating how far it has progressed
with the storage, and icons indicating that storage is
taking place.
NOTE
By default, the MusicCAST server is set to obtain information
an CD content from its built-in Gracenote CDDB. See
page 119 for an explanation of how to change these settings.
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Recording audio material from an external component on the MusicCAST server
The MusicCAST server can record material from external components such as MD and record players. It can
also perform such functions as automatically finding gaps between songs in audio material and synchronize the
starting and stopping of recording with playback from external components.
Check component connections
Connect the source component to the MusicCAST server. Where possible, use digital connections, as they result
in a better quality recording.
• When using a source component with a digital output jack:
If the source component you want to use has a digital (optical) output jack, use a optical cable (supplied) to connect it to the
OPTICAL IN jack on the MusicCAST server. If the source component has a coaxial output jack, then use a coaxial cable to connect
it to the COAXIAL IN jack on the MusicCAST server.
Source component
• When using a source component with analog output jacks:
If the source component you want to use has analog output jacks only, then use audio pin cables (supplied) to connect it to the
ANALOG IN jacks on the MusicCAST server.
Source component
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4, 5, 6,
7, 8, 9,
10, 11
1 Press STANDBY/ON to turn the MusicCAST
server power on.
2 Turn the power of the TV/monitor connected to
the MusicCAST server on, and set it to display
the MusicCAST on-screen display.
(refer to your TV/monitor manual for instructions on how to
configure your TV/monitor).
3Press TOP MENU.
The Top Menu screen appears on the on-screen display.
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4, 5, 6,
7, 8, 9,
10, 11
3
HINT
HINT
You can also access the Recording screen by pressing
RECORDING.
5 Use / to move the cursor to “Store from
External Inputs” and press SELECT.
The Store from External Inputs screen appears on the onscreen display.
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4 Use / to move the cursor to “Recording”
and press SELECT.
The Recording screen appears on the on-screen display.
6 Select the input to use.
• When recording from a component connected to
the OPTICAL IN jack on the MusicCAST server:
Use / / / to move the cursor to “Optical” and press
SELECT.
• When recording from a component connected to
the COAXIAL IN jack terminal on the MusicCAST
server:
Use / / / to move the cursor to “Coaxial” and press
SELECT.
• When recording from a component connected to
the ANALOG IN jacks on the MusicCAST server:
Use / / / to move the cursor to “Analog” and press
SELECT.
The MusicCAST server indicates the method you select by
displaying an arrow to the left of the selected setting.
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7 Set the recording level as necessary.
See page 28 for an explanation on adjusting recording levels.
8 Adjust the recording mode as necessary.
Use / / / to move the cursor to an appropriate recording
type and press SELECT. See page 29 for more information.
9 Use / / / to move the cursor to “REC Start”
and press SELECT.
Recording begins. The MusicCAST server assigns the date and
time of recording to the new track.
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Start playback on from the source component.
To pause recording on the MusicCAST server, use / / /
to move the cursor to “REC Stop” and press SELECT.
To start recording again, use / / / to move the cursor to
“REC Start” and press SELECT.
Adjusting the recording level
There are different methods for adjusting recording
levels for each source. Select the appropriate method
for your recording source from those listed here.
When recording from a digital source
The MusicCAST server digitally records anything from
components connected to its coaxial or optical input
jacks. The default level of the digital source
automatically becomes the 0dB setting for the digital
recording.
You do not normally need to adjust this level, but you
can use the following procedure to do so if necessary.
1 Follow the procedure described on page 27 to
2 Play back the loudest part of the source you
3 During playback, use / / / to move the
diaplay the “Store from External Inputs” screen
on the on-screen display.
wish to record.
cursor to “Digital Volume”, and use / to
adjust the parameter.
HINT
HINT
Depending on the recording mode settings you select, the
MusicCAST server may not separate consecutive songs
recorded from external components.
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To finish recording, use / / / to move the
cursor to “REC stop” and press SELECT.
The MusicCAST Server records the songs to its hard disk drive
as PCM files only, which you cannot access for playback from
MusicCAST clients. To make them available for playback on
the MusicCAST client, register each recorded track to the
library by editing its name (see page 72), which begins the
process of converting the song to MP3 format.
• Do not turn off system power during the storage process as
errors in storage may appear, along with problems with data
on the hard disk drive.
• Do not bump or vibrate the MusicCAST server during
storage, as it may damage the hard disk drive.
• You can playback other songs stored in the MusicCAST
server while it is recording.
- You cannot register tracks less than 4 seconds long to the
MusicCAST server library.
- Use / / / to move the cursor to “Track Mark” and
press SELECT to insert a track mark into the recorded
material. The MusicCAST server continues recording, but
register the material to a different track.
You can set the parameter from –12dB to + 12dB, in steps of
0.4dB.
Adjust the parameter so that the indicator on the level meter
does not exceed 0dB.
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Storing music on the MusicCAST server
When recording from an analog source
The MusicCAST server records anything from
components connected to its analog input jacks as an
analog source.
1 Follow the procedure described on page 27 to
display the “Store from External Inputs” screen
on the on-screen display.
2 Play back the loudest part of the source you
wish to record.
3 Use the ANALOG REC LEVEL control on the
front panel of the MusicCAST server to adjust
the recording level.
Setting the recording mode
The MusicCAST server has three recording modes.
You can use when recording material from an external
component. Select the recording mode that best suits
your purpose.
•“Manual”
You must start and stop recording, divide tracks and carry
out all other necessary functions manually.
•“Synchro: full auto”
The MusicCAST server synchronizes the start of recording
with the source, and automatically inserts a track marker
between songs.
•“Synchro: auto track marking”
You must start and stop recording manually. The
MusicCAST server carries out all other necessary functions
automatically, and inserts a track marker between songs.
Storing music on the MusicCAST server
ANALOG REC LEVEL
Turn the dial to the right to increase the recording level, and to
the left to decrease it. Adjust the level so that the indicator on
the level meter does not exceed 0dB.
NOTE
High speed recording is not possible from an external
component.
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Playback
You can listen to music stored on the MusicCAST server, using album, artist, genre, or song title to
search for the songs you want.
During playback, the MusicCAST server displays the name of the song playing, and a left and right level
meter at the bottom of the on-screen display.
• Check that the MusicCAST server is correctly connected to an amplifier and speakers.
• Switch the power of the amplifier connected to the MusicCAST server on before attempting to listen to any material.
• Operate the MusicCAST server using the on-screen display. Connect the MusicCAST server to a TV/monitor, turn the TV/
monitor on, and set it to display the MusicCAST server on-screen display.
• Playback is impossible if you have not stored any songs on the hard disk drive. Carry out the procedures described on page 21
to store songs to the hard disk drive.
Selecting a song by its artist
1
2, 3, 4, 5, 6
1 Press TOP MENU.
The Top Menu screen appears on the on-screen display.
2, 3, 4,
5, 6
1
2 Use / to move the cursor to “Library” and
press SELECT.
The Library screen appears on the on-screen display.
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