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Summary of Contents for Pinnacle SOUNDBRIDGE HOMEMUSIC
- Page 1 SoundBridge HomeMusic Powered by Roku Instructions...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Welcome..........................4 Downloading the Current Operating Manual................4 Support ...........................4 INITIAL STEPS ..........................5 I. Music Server Software Requirements and Installation ............6 What is "Music Server Software"? ..................6 A. Instructions for installing Windows Media Player and enabling music sharing: ....8 B. - Page 3 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 VIII. Play back music from your SD Card .................24 APPENDIX 1: END USER SOFTWARE LICENCE AGREEMENT ..........25 Roku Software License......................25 Third Party License Information ....................26...
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Page 4: Welcome
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. -
Page 5: Initial Steps
INITIAL STEPS To be able to use your SoundBridge, the following requirements must be met: 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. -
Page 6: Music Server Software Requirements And Installation
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... - Page 7 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 Note for … Windows Media Player Windows XP with Free music server software from Microsoft.
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Page 8: Instructions For Installing Windows Media Player And Enabling Music Sharing
Music Server Software Recommended for Note … Musicmatch Jukebox Windows 98SE/ Very popular music jukebox and music server ME/XP/2000 (as of software with integrated UPnP AV server that is (UPnP AV protocol) Service Pack 3) supported by SoundBridge. Musicmatch can also be used in combination with Windows Media Connect –... -
Page 9: Installing The Firefly Media Server And Enabling Music Sharing
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 Download the Firefly Media Server from www.fireflymediaserver.com or install the Firefly Media Server from the installation CD included in the package. -
Page 10: Connecting Soundbridge To An Audio Device
II. Connecting SoundBridge to an Audio Device There are several ways of establishing an audio connection to SoundBridge. Computer with digital music collection Powered speakers, Built-in Wi-Fi support stereo system or headphones Network Stereo output Access Point 1. … to a Stereo System Connect the “Line Out”... -
Page 11: Connecting Soundbridge To The Power Socket
III. Connecting SoundBridge to the Power Socket Insert the power plug into the SoundBridge socket; insert the other end into a power socket. Note: SoundBridge does not have an On/Off switch. After you connect the power cable, you see the welcome window for “SoundBridge” after a short time. If not, cancel the operation and make sure the power supply is correctly connected at both ends. -
Page 12: Using The Remote Control
IV. Using the Remote Control First insert the two batteries into the remote control. Then point the remote control at SoundBridge (make sure that the receiver is not covered). Internet Radio Stand By reserved for future use Adjust Display Music Library Exit Home Left / Right... -
Page 13: Remote Control Functions
Remote Control Functions Button Function Navigates through available selections in the list. In writing mode: allows you to browse the different character sets and functions, like “OK”, “delete” etc. “FastBrowse.” When browsing for an artist alphabetically, you skip from one letter of the alphabet to another. -
Page 14: Establishing A Network Connection
V. Establishing a Network Connection The connection can only be made via a router or access point (network mode). Unsecured Network If your home network is a wireless network and neither a WEP nor a WPA security key has been set, the connection to your wireless network is established automatically. If there are more than one unsecured wireless networks available, SoundBridge will establish a connection to the unsecured network with an installed and enabled music server. -
Page 15: Personal Firewall
Go down to Wi-Fi Setup and select the name and password of your wireless network. To enter the password use the [ ] buttons to browse the different character sets and the options: delete, space, OK and the [ ] buttons to browse inside a character set. Personal Firewall If you have problems establishing a connection and a firewall is installed on your computer, the firewall must be configured in such a way that your music server can access and play back... -
Page 16: Select Music Library
VI. Select Music Library Once SoundBridge is successfully connected to your network and your server’s music sharing options are enabled, SoundBridge will automatically find any supported music libraries on the network. You will be prompted to choose the library you would like to access from a screen that looks something like the one on the left: “Home”... -
Page 17: Remote Control Quick Reference
Remote Control Quick Reference Use these commands on your remote control to select and play music: • Use the [ ] Up and Down arrow buttons to take you through a list item by item. Use the [ ] Select button to take you one level down into the highlighted item (think of it as double- clicking a selected item). -
Page 18: Internet Radio
VII. Internet Radio You can listen to Internet radio in one of two ways. First, you can listen to SoundBridge’s built- in set of radio stations located in the Internet Radio Library. Your computer does not need to be on - all you need is an active Internet connection on your home network. Second, you can enter a URL of a radio station playlist on the Internet Radio tab of the SoundBridge web page. -
Page 19: Browsing Internet Radio Stations
The song and artist information is provided by each Internet radio station. Therefore, it may not be available for every Internet radio station, or it may look slightly different. Browsing Internet Radio Stations You can browse SoundBridge’s built-in stations by Name, Genre, Language or Location. From anywhere in the Internet Radio Library, press [ ]. -
Page 20: Customizing Favorites And Presets For Internet Radio
Customizing Favorites and Presets for Internet Radio There are two ways to save Internet radio stations for easy playback. The first way is to save the station as a Preset. The easiest way for Windows users to save radio stations as presets is to use Roku Radio Snooper. - Page 21 There are several important differences between Presets and My Favorites: Presets are accessible from any Library, while My Favorites only appear in the Internet Radio Library. My Favorites may only contain stations found by browsing the Internet Radio Library. Presets may contain stations from the built-in library or entered via the web page.
- Page 22 You can also save a station to My Favorites while it is playing. Simply press [ ] to display these options: Get info for “[Station name]” Play Preset… Save Preset: [Station name] Add to My Favorites Stop Screen Off Select the option Add Station to My Favorites and press [ ]. Note: Only stations that you have accessed via the browse feature in the Internet Radio Library can be saved to your Favorites.
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Page 23: Playing Stations Saved As "My Favorites" Or "Presets
Playing Stations Saved as “My Favorites” or “Presets” From anywhere in the Internet Radio Library, press [ ]. Choose the My Favorites option. You will see a list of your Internet radio Presets followed by your Favorites. Navigate to the station you would like to play and press [ ]. -
Page 24: Discovering More Internet Radio Stations
Discovering More Internet Radio Stations Our online user forums have an active discussion dedicated to helping SoundBridge users find good Internet radio stations in a variety of genres. Visit our Forums (accessible from www.rokulabs.com/support) and look for the discussion topics related to Internet radio stations if you would like to find more stations in a particular genre or would like to suggest a station or offer help to others on this topic. -
Page 25: Appendix 1: End User Software Licence Agreement
APPENDIX 1: END USER SOFTWARE LICENCE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT — READ CAREFULLY: By using the software in your SoundBridge, you agree to be bound by the license terms and conditions below. If you do not agree to these terms and conditions, you must immediately return your SoundBridge in its original condition and packaging to the point of purchase for a refund of your purchase price (after inspection). -
Page 26: Third Party License Information
Third Party License Information Soundbridge includes AES code Copyright © 2003, Dr. Brian Gladman, Worcester, UK. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. - Page 27 manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. 8. Power Sources. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
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Page 28: Comments On Copyright
Declaration of Conformity: Pinnacle Systems herewith declares that this device is in accordance with the basic requirements and the other applicable regulations described in the Directive 89/336/EWG.
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