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Devolo Audio Extender User Manual

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  • Page 1 ® dLAN Audio extender...
  • Page 2 The reproduction and distribution of the documentation and software supplied with this product and the use of its contents is subject to written authorization from devolo. We reserve the right to make any alterations that arise as the result of technical development.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    What exactly is dLAN? ....8 The benefits of dLAN Audio extender ....8 Sample applications ...
  • Page 4 5.5.1 Declaration of conformity ....39 Warranty conditions ....40 devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 5: Preface

    Audio extender. In addition to the standard software, devolo provides a wide range of useful free extras. For example, network products come with utilities to protect your privacy (devolo EasyClean) or quickly and easily share files within your home network (devolo EasyShare).

  • Page 6: Devolo On The Internet

    Additional information, background material and configuration tips for your device. From time to time you will find the icon of a devolo program in the margin to the left of the text; the program will be explained in greater detail at that point.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    This allows you to turn your computer into your very own private broad- cast station and listen to your favorite music wherever a receptacle can be found! devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 8: What Exactly Is Dlan

    The PC that is connected with the electrical system via a dLAN adapter sends its audio signals to the dLAN Audio extender. It is connected with the input of a stereo system in another room, e.g. via stereo RCA cable. On the PC, all audio signals are redirected to the electrical system via the sound card driver.
  • Page 9 Never connect headphones directly with the adapter! It may damage the device. The built-in sockets are intended for connecting active loudspeak- ers or stereo system. devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 10: Initial Use

    You should have the follow- ing items: Adapter Cable Stereo RCA cable USB cable (starter kit only) Network cable (starter kit only) Hard copy of installation guide CD-ROM with software and online documentation devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 11: Displays And Connections

    For stereo systems, it is essential to check first which input is still available. Do not confuse inputs with outputs (the latter are frequently labeled with "PLAY" or Initial use devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 12: Software Installation

    Never connect headphones directly with the adapter! It may damage the device. The built-in sockets are intended for connecting active loudspeak- ers or stereo system. Software installation The software subfolder on the enclosed installation CD contains applications and tools for the supported operating systems. devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 13: Installing The Devolo Software

    Informer finds dLAN adapters in the dLAN and displays information about these devices. devolo EasyShare lets you quickly and easily transfer files from one PC to another in your home network. devolo EasyClean is a convenient way to clear your private data in Microsoft Internet Explorer.
  • Page 14 (devolo dLAN Audio extender) under Windows. It allows redirecting the sound output of your PC in such a way that it is digitally transmitted via the electrical system to the dLAN Audio extender where it is converted back for playback via a stereo system or active loudspeakers.
  • Page 15 Initial use When installation is complete, you will be given the option of immediately installing the software for the dLAN Audio extender. You will also be asked for permission to transfer anonymous performance data related to your dLAN adapter to devolo. The data sent to devolo pertains only to the performance val- ues of your dLAN devices.

  • Page 16: Configuration

    If you want to listen to music using the product, you configure the sound output of your PC by using the dLAN Audio extender Control so that it is redirected to the electrical system via the sound card driver.

  • Page 17: Status And Management

    By providing it, you can help us improve our products. Status and Management The command devolo Informer Open Status and Management allows opening a status window for the dLAN Audio extender in the web browser of devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 18: Security In The Dlan

    IP address of the currently sending computer. The lower part of the status window displays the version of the firmware cur- rently used in the dLAN Audio extender. Upon demand, devolo provides new versions of the firmware in the support area of the Internet pages under www.devolo.com.
  • Page 19 Assign your own password/reset the password to factory default You can also assign a password of your own, or restore the factory default pass- word of your dLAN adapter. The factory default password is "HomePlug". Configuration Start dLAN Configuration Wizard in devolo dLAN Audio extender...
  • Page 20 IDs entered in previous sessions. It will therefore not be necessary to enter them again. The dLAN Configuration Wizard will display an error message if an adapter entered previously is not found. In devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Sound Output

    It allows sending audio data digitally via the elec- trical system to the dLAN Audio extender which converts them back to sound and can play them via a connected stereo system. In contrast to other transmis- sion paths, the audio information reaches its destination without losses in CD quality.

  • Page 22: Windows Xp

    3.4.1 Windows XP To select between the built-in sound card of the computer and the devolo dLAN Audio extender under Windows XP, right-click on the icon of the selector switch (image of a note with loudspeaker). Go to the Select default audio device sub- menu and select the desired sound driver.

  • Page 23: Windows Vista

    Afterwards, always adjust the volume of the audio output using the controls of your stereo system or the active loudspeakers. You can call up the devolo Informer via the Status menu entry of the dLAN Audio extender Control.
  • Page 24 Sound playback drop-down menu. Winamp Right-click on the title bar of the player window. In the Options context menu, select Preferences. Under the Plug-ins entry, select the Output entry and devolo dLAN Audio extender...
  • Page 25 Configuration double-click on the waveOut entry. In the Device drop-down menu, you can now set the desired playback destination. devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 26: Additional Devolo Software

    Windows PC so that other computers in your network can see and access it, you will quickly come to appreciate devolo Easy- Share. This little application lets you transfer files from one computer to another simply and quickly.
  • Page 27 All current EasyShare users can chat in the lower left-hand section. Simply enter your text in the input field under the chat section and press Send. Your message will immediately appear in the chat section of other users' EasyShare windows. Additional devolo software Refresh to update the list. devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 28: Devolo Easyclean

    Additional devolo software devolo EasyClean If you surf the Internet using Microsoft Internet Explorer, devolo EasyClean can help protect your privacy. The web browser continuously stores a range of per- sonal information such as cookies and the addresses of visited sites, as well as form contents and even passwords.
  • Page 29 This information is generally no longer needed. Simply check or clear the checkboxes of the data types as appropriate and click Delete. That's it! We also recommend powerful and secure alternatives to Microsoft Internet Explorer such as Firefox (www.firefox.com). Additional devolo software devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 30: Appendix

    The dLAN is not correctly configured, e.g. because the adapters are using different dLAN passwords. Solutions: Plug the adapter from a power strip into a wall outlet. Reconfigure your dLAN by using the dLAN Configuration Wizard. devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 31: Audio Playback

    The sound of your computer is turned down or muted, e.g. in the Windows volume control. The sound output was not switched to the dLAN Audio extender, but is still switched via the PC sound card. The dLAN is not correctly configured.
  • Page 32 Appendix Sound output cannot be switched Effect: The sound output is not carried out via the dLAN Audio extender, but is still switched via the loudspeakers directly connected to the PC. Possible causes: The sound card driver is not correctly installed.
  • Page 33 The audio cable between the dLAN adapter and the stereo system or the active loudspeakers is not correctly connected. Solution: Ensure that the red connector is plugged into the red socket and the white or black connector in the white socket. Appendix Control Panel Volume Device volume devolo dLAN Audio extender Advanced.
  • Page 34 Appendix Playback is delayed Effect: The sound output via the dLAN Audio extender is delayed by some time. Possible cause: That is absolutely normal. To ensure an interference-free sound output, the adapter features an integrated buffer that is filled with data first before the playback starts.

  • Page 35: Bandwidth Optimization

    Avoid extension strips. This may impair the transmission of the dLAN signals. Free wall outlets are preferable. Also position the adapter away from your computer, as it may interfere with the adapter’s operation. Plug the devices into different outlets and avoid using the same extension strip. Appendix devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 36: Important Safety Instructions

    Never use the dLAN Audio extender with a power supply that does not meet the specifications provided on the rating plate. If you do not know what type of power supply you have at home, contact your dealer or energy supplier.

  • Page 37: Technical Data

    Windows Vista (32 bit) CE-compliant in accordance with the technical requirements of R&TTE for all EU countries and Switzerland EN 60950 -1+ A11:2004 EN 55022: 2006 EN 50412-2-1 01196 (DE/AT/CH/IT/BE/NL/ES), 01211 (FR), 01198 (UK) devolo dLAN Audio extender Appendix...

  • Page 38: Ce Conformity

    The product is class B equipment. This equipment may cause interference with radio waves in home use; if this occurs the operator may be required to take cor- rective action. devolo dLAN Audio extender dLAN Audio extender 4250059611962 (DE/AT/CH/IT/BE/NL/ES), 4250059612112 (FR),...

  • Page 39: Declaration Of Conformity

    Appendix 5.5.1 Declaration of conformity devolo dLAN Audio extender...

  • Page 40: Warranty Conditions

    Warranty period The warranty period for this devolo product is three years. This period begins at the day of delivery from the devolo dealer. Warranty services carried out by devolo do not result in an extension of the warranty period nor do they initiate a new warranty period.
  • Page 41 Claims for compensation of lost profits, indirect or consequential detriments, are excluded. devolo is not liable for lost data or retrieval of lost data in cases of slight and ordinary negli- gence.
  • Page 42 Control panel 22 Cookies 28 Data transfer in process 27 Default audio device 21 devolo Informer 16 dLAN 7 dLAN Audio extender Control 21 dLAN Configuration Wizard 18 Document history 29 EasyClean 28 EasyShare 26 Electrical system 11 devolo dLAN Audio extender...
  • Page 43 Stereo system 8, 11 Stored form information 28 Stored passwords 28 Technical data 37 Temporary Internet files 28 Wall outlet 11 Wall outlets 35 Warranty 40 Winamp 24 Windows Media Player 24 Windows Vista 23 Windows XP 22 devolo dLAN Audio extender...

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