Yamaha MCX1000A MusicCAST Digital Audio Server User Manual Chap1E

Yamaha Corporation MusicCAST Digital Audio Server Chap1E

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11About the Quick ManualAbout the Quick ManualThe Quick Manual is aimed at first time users of the MusicCAST system, and contains an easy to under-stand explanation of the general system functions. You can gain an basic understanding of how to use the MusicCAST system just by reading the Quick Manual alone.The MusicCAST system has a great many abilities, ranging from Music Server, to Music Player. You must carry out various settings to use each function. Consequently, this Quick Manual is divided into the fol-lowing sections: 1. Storing CDs on the MusicCAST server, 2. Using the MusicCAST client to play back songs recorded on the MusicCAST server, 3. Creating a CD by selecting tracks from those stored on the MusicCAST server. Please refer to the main MusicCAST Server manual or MusicCAST Client manual for explanations on other functions.Using the MusicCAST, you can store all of the CDs in your collection on the internal hard disk in the MusicCAST,and play them back however you want, rather like a juke box.The MusicCAST server can store more than 1000 (*1) music CDs on its internal hard disk drive. It also recordsthe album name, artist name, and music genre at the time of storage, allowing easy creation of a list of therecorded music without requiring you to enter any data. Because this list contains the song, artist, genre, andalbum names, you can quickly and easily select the song you want to listen to for playback. You can also set theMusicCAST to play songs at random, repeat one particular song, or select from a number of other playbackoptions.You can use MusicCAST clients to play music stored in the MusicCAST server, as shown in the illustration below.*1 This figure assumes that all songs are stored in Mp3 format only. The MusicCAST server can store approximately 100 CDs if all songsare stored in PCM format (assuming it is equipped with an 80GB hard disk drive).The MusicCAST client connects to the MusicCAST server, acting as a player for the songs stored on the MusicCASTserver.Since the MusicCAST client can connect to the MusicCAST server through a wireless connection, you can install it with-out having to install any connecting cables. You can, for example, install a MusicCAST server in your living room, andMusicCAST clients in your bedroom and childrens' rooms, then connect and listen to the music stored in the MusicCASTserver from each location. The MusicCAST client allows you to search for songs in the same manner as the MusicCASTserver, by selecting song, album, artist, or genre.Additionally, because the MusicCAST server is capable of connecting to up to 7 MusicCAST clients simultaneously, youcan play different songs, on multiple MusicCAST clients at the same time.What is the MusicCAST system?What is the MusicCAST Client?MusicCAST clientSpeaker SpeakerMusicCAST server TV/Monitor
About the Quick Manual2Use the remote control and the television connected to your MusicCAST server to carry out the proceduresdescribed in this Quick Manual.If you connect your MusicCAST server to a television, you can easily search for CD titles, artist names, and otherdata on screen. You can also set all the other paramters used to operate the MusicCAST system from this OnScreen Display.This Quick Manual assumes that you have connected your MusicCAST server to a TV/Monitor, and uses illustra-tions 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 illustra-tions provided with each explanation for information on which keys or buttons are applicable, and use those con-trols indicated for each numbered step to carry out procedures.Operating the MusicCAST server
About the Quick Manual3About the Quick ManualThis section contains an explanation of the terminology used to explain operations and functions in the Music-CAST quick manual.The MusicCAST server can store songs in both PCM and MP3 formats, and is set to store both by default.• PCM format• Songs stored in this format have CD quality sound, however because it requires a lot of data to do so, it takes a lot of space on the Mus-icCAST server hard disk drive.• MP3 formatSongs stored in this format require little data. Because MP3 songs require less hard disk space (roughly 8 to 9 times less, depending onthe quality of the data), you can store more songs in this format.Why does the MusicCAST server store songs in both formats?Because the MusicCAST server can only broadcast songs in PCM format to one MusicCAST client, and because MP3 songs in generaltake less space than PCM songs, the MusicCAST server and client mainly use the MP3 format. However, because the MusicCAST canonly record songs to a CD-R in PCM format, it stores both PCM and MP3 data when you store a CD. After you record a song to a CD-R, the MusicCAST server erases the PCM version of the song (see page XX in the main MusicCAST server manual), reducing theamount of space taken on the hard disk drive.Song formats are displayed to the right of the song title.Some CDs have text information such as their song titles, album names, and genre names encoded on them. This informationis called CD TEXT. The MusicCAST server will read and display this text if it is set to do so, and if it cannot find informa-tion on the CD in its built-in database or by connecting to the CDDB site (see page XX), when you load a CD. However,since the MusicCAST server cannot read or display some kinds of CD TEXT, we recommend that you use the CDDB bydefault (see page XXX). Additionally, you must set certain parameters if you want your MusicCAST server to read CDTEXT. See page XXX in the MusicCAST server manual for more information.Check the terminology used in the MusicCAST systemMusicCAST server data storage formatsCD TEXTFormat
4Getting startedYou must connect your MusicCAST system correctly to use all of its functions to the full. Follow the instructions inthe attached “Setup guide” carefully when setting up your system.Connection check listmTV/MonitorAllows you to carry out all operations on the MusicCASTserver from the On Screen Display.mMusicCAST clientPlays any of the songs stored in the MusicCAST server.mAV receiver, speakersYou must connect speakers and an amplifier or AV receiverto the MusicCAST server if you wish to listen to music from itdirectly.mInternetWhen song, artist, album, or genre titles are not present in itsbuilt in database the MusicCAST server uses an internetconnection to download relevant information.mPS2 keyboardAllows you to easily enter and edit information such as albumand song titles on the MusicCAST server.Checking your system connectionsYAMAHA MusicCASTclientRouterLANAUDIOAV receiverKeyboardTV/MonitorVIDEOPS/2 KEYBOARDSpeakerSpeaker
iiWe Want You Listening For A LifetimeYAMAHA 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 impor-tantly, 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.FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions con-tained 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 res-idential 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 inter-ference 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 con-tact 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.
iii•To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keepit in a safe place for future reference.•Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place - away fromdirect sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold.Avoid ventilation space of at least 30 cm on the top, 20 cm on the leftand right, and 10 cm on the back of this unit.•Locate this unit away from other electrical appliances, motors, or trans-formers 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. aroom with a humidifier) to prevent condensation inside this unit, whichmay cause an electrical shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personalinjury.•Avoid installing this unit where foreign object may fall onto this unitand/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On thetop of this unit, do NOT place:•Other components, as they may cause damage and/or discoloration onthe surface of this unit.•Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to thisunit, and/or personal injury.•Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and liquid may elec-trical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit. •Do not cover the rear panel of this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, cur-tain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature insidethis unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personalinjury.•Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all connections are com-plete.•Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may overheat, possibly causingdamage.•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 fin-ish. Use a clean, dry cloth.•Only voltage specified on this unit must be used. Using this unit with ahigher voltage than specified is dangerous and may cause fire, damage tothis unit, and/or personal injury. YAMAHA will not be held responsiblefor any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other thanspecified.•To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the power cord from thewall outlet during an electrical storm.•Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact qualified YAMAHAservice personnel when any service is needed. The cabinet should neverbe opened for any reasons.•When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time (i.e. vaca-tion), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet.•Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section on common oper-ating 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 POWER to turn off this unit, and disconnect the ACpower plug from the wall outlet.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K. MODELFor U.K. customersIf the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the plug supplied withthis appliance, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. Fordetails, refer to the instructions described above.Note: The plug severed from the mains lead must be destroyed, as a plugwith bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet.CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNITWARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTEXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.Laser component in this product is capable of emitting radiationexceeding the limit for Class 1.IMPORTANTThe wires in this mains lead are coloures in accordance with the follow-ing code:GREEN-and-YELLOW:EarthBLUE:NeutralBROWN:LiveAs the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may notcorrespond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in yourplug proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which ismarked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or colouredGREEN or GREEN-and -YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUEmust be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N orcoloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be con-nected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or colouredRED.For Canadian CustomersTo prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot andfully insert.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
ivFor US customersFor Canadian customersFor U.K. and European customersCAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNITThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forthfor uncontrolled equipment. This equipment should be installed andoperated with a minimum distance of at least 20cm between the radiatorand the persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet, andlegs) and must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna ortransmitter.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause interference, and (2), this device must accept any inter-ference received, including interference that may cause undesired oper-ation of the device.The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna islocated or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of HealthCanada limits for the general population: consult Safety Code 6, obtain-able from Health Canada's website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpbWe, the manufacturer YAMAHA hereby declare that the MCX-1000 isin compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provi-sions of Directive 1999 / 5 / EC.

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