Macsense Connectivity HomePod User Manual

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Page 1 HomePod User Manual...
Page 3 • Do not use or store HomePod in the environment that exceeds temperature and humidity specifications. Do not place HomePod near a radiator or heat register or in a built-in installation unless adequate ventilation is provided. •...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
8.5 Firmware Upgrade Page ... 29 9.0 Extras Programs and Utilities... 31 9.1 HomePod Audio Server in Java ... 31 9.2 HomePod Audio Server in Shell Command ... 32 9.3 Remote Control Utility in Java... 32 Appendix ... 35 Taking Care of Your HomePod... 35 Troubleshooting ...
Page 7: Welcome
1.0 Welcome Thank you for purchasing a Macsense HomePod. Your HomePod gives you access to digital audio files stored on your computer from anywhere in the house or office.
Page 9: Before You Start
2.0 Before You Start 2.1 Package Contents Prior to setting up your HomePod, make sure your HomePod package includes the following items: • HomePod Unit • Power Adapter • Remote Control • Ethernet Cable 2.2 System and Other Requirements • Wi-Fi (802.11b or g) Access Point or Wireless Router •...
Page 11: Getting To Know Your Homepod
(either by wired Ethernet or over a wireless Wi-Fi network). Most of the time, HomePod will be used in a wireless environment. A typical wireless network setup involves a computer connected to a wireless router (or an access point) to form a wireless network.
Page 12: Front Panel
3.2 Front Panel 3.3 Side Connectors HomePod is equipped with a rich set of input and output ports for interfacing with other audio systems and devices. Wi-Fi Antenna Reset Button USB Port Ethernet Port Power HomePod Side Connectors Wi-Fi Antenna For connecting to the Wi-Fi 802.11b wireless network.
Page 13 Right jacks need to used at the same time. Coaxial Output For connecting to high-end digital surround sound system. Only one of the other is used. SPDIF Output...
Page 15: Server Software Installation
HomePod. Use the HomePod CD and follow instructions below to complete the software installation. 4.1 Windows Installation On the PC, insert the HomePod CD and run the HomePod Audio Server->Setup.exe. HomePod CD Content for PC HomePod Audio Server is based on Java. For Windows PC’s (98/Me/2000/XP), the installer will alert you to install or upgrade Java (JRE) if you haven’t already.
Page 16: Macintosh Installation
Contents of the Windows HomePod Audio Server folder 4.2 Macintosh Installation On the Mac, insert the HomePod CD and run the HomePod Audio Server.pkg installer. Contents of the HomePod CD You will need to have the administrator password in order to proceed with the installation.
Page 17 When the installation is complete, you should see a new “HomePod” folder in the Applications folder. HomePod Audio Server folder content for Mac...
Page 19: Audio Server Control And Configuration
Start->Programs-> HomePod->Audio Server->HomePod Audio Server. HomePod Audio Server configuration for Windows To start the HomePod Audio Server program on the Mac, go to the Applications menu and double-click on the HomePod Audio Server icon. HomePod Audio Server configuration for Mac...
Page 20: Server Control
5.1 Server Control Click on the HomePod icon in the left side frame to bring up the main server controls. This window allows you to monitor and configure the server settings. The “Audio Server Name” field defines a specific name for your audio collection that will be displayed on the HomePod.
Page 21: Configuring Itunes Audio Library
If you are using Apple’s iTunes software to manage your audio files, then you should select this method as the preferred way of configuring your audio collection so that the HomePod shares the iTunes song and playlist information. When you click on the iTunes Audio Library icon on the left side frame, you will see a “Select…”...
Page 22 To share an iTunes Music Library with the HomePod, the iTunes program need not be running. After the configuration is complete, click the HomePod icon on the left side frame to return to the main server control frame. Press the “Start”...
Page 23: Homepod Setup
If you have WEP encryption enabled in the access point, turn it off for now; you can turn it back on later after the HomePod is running smoothly. Next, plug in the power adapter and turn on the HomePod.
Page 24 review the Wireless Settings Page details in the Web Configuration section of this manual.
Page 25: Homepod Basic Operation
7.2 Resetting HomePod In the rare event that HomePod is hung and does not respond to button presses, you can reset the unit by poking on the reset button on the left back side of HomePod using a paper clip, or you can temporarily unplug the power cord to cycle the power.
Page 26 WinAmp. Category Menu Press to select any category. The HomePod will allow you to navigate your audio content based on that category. The first item within each category is Play All; press again to start playing all the song in the current list.
Page 27: Homepod Controls
HomePod. The Network Settings menu displays important settings that are crucial to network connection. The Speakers item controls the sound coming out of HomePod’s build-in speakers. The menu item toggles On and Off with each press of the key. The Contrast item controls the brightness of the LCD.
Page 28: Functional Buttons
+ Artists + Albums + Artists/Albums + Genres + Playlist Use the rotating dial to navigate up and down any list. Press the button to select an item in the list, or press the to come out of a list. 7.4.2 Functional Buttons To play a song, press the highlighted on the list.
Page 29: Web Configuration
To access the web configuration page: Launch your browser and type in the IP address of the HomePod; e.g. if your HomePod's IP address is 192.168.1.3, then type "http://192.168.1.3" in your browser (to obtain HomePod’s IP address, navigate to Settings:Network Settings:Network Info).
Page 30: Ip Settings Page
DNS, Alternate DNS (optional) into their respective fields. These TCP/IP values register your HomePod on the network. After you make the changes, click on the Save button to save the settings. You must restart your HomePod for the new settings to take effect.
Page 31: Wireless Settings Page
Ad-hoc (also referred to as Peer-to-Peer) network mode, in which two wireless devices communicate with one another without the existence of an access point. Ad-hoc is useful if you want to connect a HomePod to your computer and listen to its shared library directly without an access...
Page 32: Miscellaneous Page
To turn on WEP encryption on the HomePod, select the Enable button and click either the 64-bit or 128-bit option. Enter the WEP key in hex in its respective field, Key 1 through 4;...
Page 33: Lcd Sleep Function
LCD goes into sleep mode. Pushing any buttons on the HomePod will turn the LCD back on. This function is designed to protect and extend the life the LCD when it is not needed for viewing. The default setting is "Never".
Page 34: Radio Stations Page
8.4 Radio Stations Page This page allows you to preset twenty FM radio stations. The stations you define here will appear in the FM Radio list on the HomePod. You can define up to 20 FM radio stations. The stations you defined here will allow you to jump to these stations quickly with the press of the buttons on the HomePod.
Page 35: Firmware Upgrade Page
8.5 Firmware Upgrade Page This page displays the current version of your Firmware and Boot ROM, and enables you to upgrade your HomePod firmware to new versions as they become available. For tech support service, it is often needed to know which versions of Firmware and Boot ROM you have installed in the HomePod.
Page 37: Extras Programs And Utilities
9.1 HomePod Audio Server in Java Another pure-Java version of the HomePod Audio Server is included on the HomePod CD. If you are using Mac OS 9 or a Linux computer where the native version of the HomePod Audio Server is not available, you can use the Java-version of the server.
Page 38: Homepod Audio Server In Shell Command
A Java remote control utility is provided that allows you to control one or multiple HomePods from your Mac/PC. You can control everything that you can do on the HomePod unit itself. The Java remote control utility is handy when you’re far away from the HomePod and you’d like to centrally control the HomePod all at once.
Page 39 The “Libraries” field on top of the window is a pull-down menu listing the available Audio Server on the network. Use the buttons to navigate the list or play and stop songs as you would control the HomePod using the physical HomePod unit.
Page 41: Appendix
(Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury or damage to your HomePod.) • Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of your HomePod and any peripherals. • Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives.
Page 42 HomePod needs the access point to broadcast the SSID in order to connect to it. If your access point has WEP turned on, turned it off first to make sure HomePod can connect without WEP. Turn off HomePod. Connect the HomePod to the router by a wired Ethernet cable, and then turn on the HomePod again.
Page 43 Preferences and click Sharing. Click Firewall and click the Stop button. The Ethernet cable needs to be inserted at the time the HomePod is turned on. If there is no cable inserted at the start-up time then the Ethernet port becomes disabled and wireless becomes active.
Page 44 64-bit and 128-bit WEP Encryptions are supported. Make sure that your access point is set to accept "Shared Key" and the hex key is typed in the HomePod web config page in the Key #1 field. Only hex keys are accepted. Turn ASCII key to hex before using.
Page 45 Make sure that you are pointing the remote at the small circular hole located on the top left corner of the front of the HomePod. Make sure no physical obstruction is there between the Remote and HomePod.
Page 46: Contacting Macsense
Contacting Macsense For additional information in solving problems with your HomePod, contact Macsense Tech Support. Technical Support Hours: 9am – 4:30pm PST Phone: 1-800-642-8860 x100 (Free Support) Email: support@macsense.com Web: http://www.macsense.com/knowledgebase Register your product online to be informed of the latest product upgrades and promotions.
Page 47 GLOO is an open, Java-based media platform that handles the discovery, request, transfer, and control of audio content on HomePod. • FM radio tuner with 20 preset stations. Station name and frequency can be defined by user through web interface.
Page 48: Limited Consumer Warranty
(“Products”) to be free of defects in material and workmanship, subject to the following conditions. The duration of Macsense’s warranty with respect to Macsense HomePod product is limited to one (1) year from the date of sale to the original consumer purchaser.
Page 49: Getting Service
NO PERSON IS AUTHORIZED BY MACSENSE TO MODIFY OR ADD TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. Macsense Connectivity 857 Hinckley Road Burlingame, CA 94010 U.S.A. www.macsense.com The Macsense logo and HomePod name are trademarks of Macsense Connectivity. GLOO is a trademark of Gloolabs, LLC. ©2004 Macsense Connectivity. All rights reserved. HC-020304...