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XDS-PRO Satellite Receivers
2.5
Connecting to the Ethernet Network
The XDS-PRO receivers are specifically designed to receive audio broadcasts via satellite transmissions. It
is also equipped with an "internet" only mode in which it can receive audio data and receiver updates via
its Ethernet port (see Section 2.5.8 for further details.) For this feature to be functional, the receiver must
be connected to a network router or directly connected to an internet connection. This portion of the
User's Guide will also provide instructions on setting up your receiver to connect to the internet. If you
are unsure about any of the values required below, please contact your local network administrator for
assistance.
2.5.1 Connecting the Cables
The Ethernet port on the back of the receiver accepts non-crossover RJ-45 cables. Depending on your
stations internet connection, you will either connect a RJ-45 cable directly from a Cable to the XDS-PRO
receiver, or you will connect the cable from a network router to the receiver. In either case, ensure that
the cable is properly aligned and that it clicks in when you connect it, so that it cannot be removed
without pressing the plastic release button on the end of the cable. Ensure that your internet connection
is functioning before proceeding to the next steps.
2.5.2 Using DHCP or Static IP Addresses
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, or DHCP, allows the network administrator to control the
assignment of device IP address assignment. If DHCP is on, the receiver will be assigned an IP address
automatically by the network. The implications of this are that the IP of the receiver may change each
time the receiver is rebooted. Turning DHCP off will ensure that a static, or non-changing, IP is assigned
to the receiver as opposed to a dynamic one determined at each startup of the receiver. For direction on
turning DHCP on or off, refer to section 3.2.2.1.
2.5.3 Assigning a TCP/IP Address
The TCP/IP address of the receiver serves as its identification number on the local network. Once the
receiver is set up properly on a network, it will host a website which can be loaded by typing its IP
address into any standard web browser. Therefore, the ability to specify a static IP address for the
receiver could be desired. To view and modify the IP address, refer to section 3.2.2.1.
2.5.4 Assigning a Subnet Mask
The subnet mask is used to determine where the network number in an IP address ends and the node
number in an IP address begins. A node is any device on a network that needs a unique IP address to
communicate (computer, server, router, XDS-PRO Receiver, etc.). To set this value for your purposes,
refer to section 3.2.2.1.
2.5.5 Assigning a Default Gateway
A
gateway
refers to a router or host which grants access to the internet. If you have not enabled DHCP,
you must specify the TCP/IP address of this default gateway. To set this value, refer to section 3.2.2.1.
2.5.6 Proxy Server Configuration
A proxy server can be configured through the front panel as detailed in section 3.3.3.1 or through the
command line interface. To modify the proxy server through the command line, refer to the E0/E1 PROXY
commands in section 6.2.
2.5.7 DNS Server Configuration
The DNS Server settings must be configured using the front panel as shown in Section 3.2.2.1 or through
the command line interface. A receiver may specify up to four DNS addresses using the E0/E1 DNS
commands described in Section 6.2.
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