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- Page 1 CAAS Audio Digital Audio Server (DAS) User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Building an XBMC Music Library........................21 Building a Library............................21 Updating a current Library.........................22 Streaming Music from a smart phone / tablet to the DAS................23 Viewing USB connected devices on tablets & smart phones................23 Audio Server Software Update........................24 CAAS Audio Configuration Set Up........................24 Returns, Repairs and Weee recycling......................24... -
Page 3: Digital Audio Server (Das) Overview
All music files and data can be accessed through the on screen interface once the DAS has been connected to a TV or monitor (though HDMI). If the TV has HDMI CEC then all the DAS functions can be accessed through the TV remote, alternatively the functionality can be accessed through a LAN interface, tablet or smart phone. -
Page 4: Caas Audio Das Features
CAAS Audio DAS Features DAS unique features: Bespoke software based on the award winning open source XBMC (aka Kodi) media centre. • Play music from an external 3.5” hard drive or USB Pen (2.5” HDD not supported). • Stream music over your network from tablets, smart phones and laptops (Windows •... -
Page 5: Important Precautions (Mandatory)
Important Precautions (Mandatory) Water and moisture The DAS should not be used near water. Care should be taken not to allow the DAS to fall into water or liquids and ensure liquid is never spilled onto or into the DAS. -
Page 6: Das Front Panel Explained
DAS Front Panel Explained (2) (3) (1) Input select button (toggles through inputs). (2) AS LED (Audio Server input selected). (3) DI LED (Digital S/PDIF input selected, D IN on the rear panel). The selector switch on the front panel cycles through the inputs. By pressing and releasing this button, you can toggle through the inputs, audio server (AS), S/PDIF input D in (DI) and then back to AS etc... -
Page 7: Using & Controlling The Das
(see section Building an XBMC Music Library). Notes: The DAS IP address will pop up in the right hand bottom corner of the TV on DAS boot up. Please •... -
Page 8: Recommended Das Shut Down Procedure
Recommended DAS Shut down procedure The DAS should always be shut down in a controlled manner just as you would a PC or laptop. The Audio Server should always be shut down via the power icon in the lower left corner of the screen: 1. -
Page 9: Quick Start (Playing Music Quickly)
PC / Laptop and copy the music files across. Once finished, remove the USB device and plug it in to the USB socket on the rear of the DAS. The DAS should then auto-detect the drive and you're ready to go. See the next section for accessing these music files. - Page 10 Page 10...
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Page 11: Playing Music From A Network Connected Device (Quickly)
Music can be played quickly from a networked device with reduced functionality by doing the following: 1. The DAS will need to be networked (Connect the DAS to your router via a standard LAN cable). 2. Connect a HDMI TV to the DAS. -
Page 12: Dlna / Upnp Audio Interface, Networking & File Sharing
Ethernet socket on your network router. Networking the DAS 1. Connect a CAT5 LAN cable to the LAN port on the rear of the DAS and the other end to a free LAN port on your router. -
Page 13: Accessing A Upnp Network Device
1. Firstly you need to enable UPnP on the source XBMC device (the files you wish to share / access). 2. On the DAS, you will need to add the source device as a media source: This can be done easily on a CEC connected TV by selecting Music →... -
Page 14: Installing & Setting Up Xbmc & Yatse Remote Apps
Installing & Setting up XBMC & Yatse Remote Apps There are many XBMC control Apps on the market. Some will work well and others will not. We have designed our software to work with Yatse for an android operating system and Official XBMC Remote for an Apple (iOS) operating system. - Page 15 9. Select XBMC / Kodi. 10. Yatse should then should auto detect the DAS. It will typically appear as XBMC (caasaudio). 11. Select the DAS (XBMC (caasaudio)) from the menu and then select Add Host it may take a few seconds to check everything.
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Page 16: Using Yatse Remote App
Notes: The DAS IP address will pop up in the right hand bottom corner of the TV on DAS boot up (the DAS • must be networked first for this to happen and a TV connected to the DAS HDMI port). -
Page 17: Installing Official Xbmc Remote On An Apple Device
Note: The following procedures may differ slightly from device to device. The Official XBMC remote App can be installed by performing the following steps: 1. Make sure the DAS is networked. 2. Download (from the App store) and install Official XBMC remote on your iOS (Apple) smart device. - Page 18 4. Click Done Notes: The DAS IP address will pop up in the right hand bottom corner of the TV on DAS boot up (the DAS • must be networked first for this to happen and a TV connected to the DAS HDMI port).
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Page 19: Using Official Xbmc Remote
Once a library has been built (see section Building an XBMC Music Library) you can synchronise Official XBMC Remote with the DAS. Your music library will then be stored along with all thumbnails and cover art. Official XBMC Remote can be synchronised with the DAS by: 1. -
Page 20: Official Xbmc Remote Control Help
Official XBMC Remote Control Help The Official XBMC remote control buttons and descriptions can be seen below: Page 20... -
Page 21: Building An Xbmc Music Library
Building an XBMC Music Library The music library information can be updated / downloaded from online servers. Note: The DAS must be networked and have a connection to the internet for this feature to work. IMPORTANT!! Building a library takes near 100% CPU time. Any user interaction with the DAS while a library is being built may cause a reboot. -
Page 22: Updating A Current Library
Updating a Library using a Web browser The web interface can be accessed on port 80 by opening a web browser on your PC and typing the DAS IP address followed by :80 ( e.g. ://192.168.1.14:80 ) into the URL bar. Alternatively you may be able to type the host name followed by :80 ( i.e. -
Page 23: Streaming Music From A Smart Phone / Tablet To The Das
If you wish to use a USB attached storage device and view and access all files via a smart phone or tablet you will need to add the USB attached device as a source on the DAS or build an XBMC Music Library. -
Page 24: Audio Server Software Update
6. On the Software Update page, you can select: Check for software upgrade, once selected the DAS will search for any software upgrades. It is recommended to follow the on-screen advice during the upgrade process and it is recommended that you do NOT reboot or power off the unit during an upgrade procedure. -
Page 25: Das Factory Reset
DAS Factory Reset Important The factory reset function is a last resort function, only to be used if the DAS has undergone a critical failure and will not power up or reboot. Warning ! Under no circumstances should the DAS be powered off during the factory reset function as this could result in a catastrophic disk failure and the DAS will have to be returned to the manufacturer. -
Page 26: Das Faq
Q: I need an remote control because my television does not support CEC? A: You can connect the DAS to your network (via the LAN port on the rear) and use a smart phone, tablet or PC to control the DAS. -
Page 27: Warranty (3 Year Guarantee)
Warranty (3 Year Guarantee) To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or other injuries, the user should not attempt to service the DAS. Please do not open the DAS. There are no user serviceable parts inside the DAS. Opening the DAS will invalidate any warranty offered.
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