Yamaha MCX 1000 - MusicCAST - Digital Audio Server Owner's Manual
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
If this product is found to be the manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications source of interference, which can be determined not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”, please try to authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. - Page 4 YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage letter L or colored RED. resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than specified.
- Page 5 Directive 1999/5/EC. paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti. Vi, tillverkaren YAMAHA, betygar härmed att MCX-A10 är i överensstämmelse med de erforderliga krav och andra tillämpliga bestämmelser som anges i direktivet 1999/5/EC.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Using the Auto Configuration function ..26 About your MusicCAST client Configuring your MusicCAST client The MusicCAST client ........8 manually ..........28 Features ............. 8 Accessing the Manual Setup screen ... 29 Suppplied accessories ........9 Setting the Network Mode ....29 Controls and functions ......... - Page 7 Contents To alter the limits of Random Playback Altering the contrast settings ....61 ............. 45 Using the Sleep function ......62 Repeat Playback ........46 Switching the unit to sleep mode ..62 To use the Repeat Playback function .. 46 Turning the MusicCAST client on again Changing the time display on the Play Info .............
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Page 8: The Musiccast Client
– and, most importantly, 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. -
Page 9: Suppplied Accessories
Suppplied accessories After unpacking, check that the following parts are included. Remote control Lithium battery OFF TIMER SLEEP ON TIMER REPEAT RANDOM Audio pin cable PAUSE STOP PLAY PLAY MENU INFO. GROUP GROUP SELECT Subwoofer cable BOOK INPUT MARK RECALL MUTE Video pin cable AC adaptor (LSE0107A1240) -
Page 10: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Front panel TIMER PUSH SELECT MENU PLAY INFO. – PHONES 1 POWER indicator Lights when the MusicCAST client is active. Halts playback from the MusicCAST client. 2 TIMER indicator Lights when the timer function is activated (see Begins playback of the selected track. -
Page 11: Side Panel
Controls and functions Side panel 1 LAN port Insert a LAN cable here to connect to a wired network. 2 AUX IN jack Connect an external sound source here. 3 LINEOUT L/R jacks Use these jacks to connect the MusicCAST client to an input on an external component. -
Page 12: Remote Control
Controls and functions Remote control 1 Infrared emitter This section explains the function of each button on the remote control. Emits infrared control signals for the MusicCAST client to receive. Aim the emitter at the MusicCAST client when you want to operate it. 2 OFF TIMER Activates the off timer function (see page 56) and OFF TIMER... - Page 13 Controls and functions e BOOKMARK Attaches or removes a bookmark from a song (see pages 52 – 55). Moves the on-screen cursor down. t RECALL This button and the corresponding Recall Play menu in the MusicCAST client are reserved for future functionality.
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Page 14: Modes Of Operation Of The Musiccast Client
Controls and functions Modes of operation of the MusicCAST client The MusicCAST client has three modes of operation. • STANDBY: The MusicCAST client is connected to an AC outlet with STANDBY/ON on its top surface in the STANDBY position (Fully up). •... -
Page 15: Using The Graphical User Interface Of The Musiccast Client
Controls and functions Using the Graphical User Interface of the MusicCAST client The MusicCAST client offers a wide variety of functions and parameters for your use. You can access all of these through the Graphical User Interface (GUI) viewable from the front panel display on the MusicCAST client itself. -
Page 16: Play Info Screen
Controls and functions I Play Info screen The Play Info screen displays information on the Press PLAY INFO to display this screen on the on- song the MusicCAST is currently playing, or the screen display of the MusicCAST client. last song played if it is not currently playing a song. Note •... -
Page 17: Before Setup
Before setup Mounting the MusicCAST client on a wall Attaching the stand Place the MusicCAST client so that its 1. Insert 2 self-tapping screws (diameter: 3.5 to 4 mm) into the wall, 40 mm apart. front panel display faces down, taking care not to scratch the front panel in the 40mm process. -
Page 18: Removing The Side-Panel Cover
Before setup Removing the side-panel cover Remote control I Loading the battery for the remote Push the tab down firmly. control Slide the cover away from the Slide out the battery holder from the MusicCAST client casing. remote control by pushing into the hole in the holder with a ball-point pen, etc. -
Page 19: Remote Control Operation Range
Before setup I Remote control operation range Connecting the AC adaptor Insert the AC power cable into the AC adaptor. TIMER PUSH SELECT MENU PLAY INFO. – PHONES Remote control signal receiver Connect the AC adaptor to the AC Within 6m (20’) adaptor input on the MusicCAST client. -
Page 20: Checking Musiccast Client Connections
Before setup Checking MusicCAST client connections Before you attempt to use the MusicCAST client to play music, check the following: 1 Is the MusicCAST client connected to an AC outlet? 2 Is the MusicCAST client power turned on? 3 If you wish to listen to music with the MusicCAST client without using headphones, have you connected it to an external receiver, or to speakers? 4 If you intend to connect to your MusicCAST server using the built in wireless network connection, have you placed the MusicCAST client within an appropriate distance of the server? (see page 25) -
Page 21: The Musiccast Network
The MusicCAST network The MusicCAST server stores all music data used in your MusicCAST system. The MusicCAST client does not store or record any music data. Your MusicCAST client uses a Local Area Network (LAN) to transmit and receive data from the MusicCAST server, which it then plays back as music. The MusicCAST system can use both wired and wireless network connections to transmit music data. -
Page 22: Network Addresses
The MusicCAST network I Network addresses MusicCAST components are equipped Each component on a network uses an address to with an Auto Configuration function identify itself to other components on the same that will automatically set all network. The address consists of four numbers, and parameters necessary to make a looks like this: connection, however in some rare... -
Page 23: Wireless Network Connections
The MusicCAST network Wireless network connections I When and why should I use a wireless Use wireless connections when: connection? • You do not want to install network cables The wireless network technology in the • You do not wish to use more than five MusicCAST system utilizes high frequency radio MusicCAST clients signals to transmit data between the various... -
Page 24: Wired Network Connections
The MusicCAST network Wired network connections I When should I use a wired connection? Use wired connections when: Wired networks use cables (called a LAN cable) • You wish to use more than five MusicCAST connected between components to transfer data to a clients simultaneously central network component (network hub), which •... -
Page 25: Connecting To The Network
Connecting to the network Place your MusicCAST client in a suitable location. Configuring your MusicCAST client If you use a wired connection, there are less limitations on where you can place the MusicCAST There are two methods you can use to configure client. -
Page 26: Using The Auto Configuration Function
Connecting to the network Use the controller on the MusicCAST Using the Auto Configuration function client to move the cursor to “Network”, The Auto Configuration function automatically then press the controller. connects your MusicCAST client to a MusicCAST The Network screen appears on the display. server. - Page 27 Connecting to the network Press the controller on the MusicCAST client. The client attempts to connect to the server. PUSH SELECT On the MusicCAST server, use u / d / j / i to move the cursor to “OK” and press SELECT.
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Page 28: Configuring Your Musiccast Client Manually
Connecting to the network Configuring your MusicCAST client manually Usually, the Auto Configuration functions of the MusicCAST server and client will enable you to successfully connect all of your MusicCAST components. However, you can also use the screens detailed in this section to configure the MusicCAST network manually if necessary. -
Page 29: Accessing The Manual Setup Screen
Connecting to the network I Setting the Network Mode OFF TIMER SLEEP ON TIMER REPEAT RANDOM From the Manual Setup menu, use u / d PAUSE STOP TIMER to move the cursor to “Mode” and press PLAY MENU PLAY MENU INFO. -
Page 30: Setting The Ess Id
Connecting to the network I Setting the ESS ID If you are satisfied with the settings you All wireless networks work by using weak high have made, move the cursor to “Save & frequency radio signals to transmit data between the Network restart”... -
Page 31: Setting Your Musiccast Client To Act As A
Connecting to the network I Setting your MusicCAST client to act as Use u / d to scroll the cursor to the a DHCP client appropriate setting and press SELECT. If you set your MusicCAST client to act as a DHCP OFF: The MusicCAST client does not act client, it automatically receives a new IP address... -
Page 32: Setting The Musiccast Server Server Id
Connecting to the network I Setting the MusicCAST server Server ID I Setting the MusicCAST Client IP Address From the Manual Setup menu, use u / From the Manual Setup menu, use u / d d to move the cursor to “Server ID” and to move the cursor to “IP Address”... -
Page 33: Setting The Subnet Mask Address
Connecting to the network I Setting the Subnet Mask Address I Setting the WEP key for your MusicCAST client From the Manual Setup menu, use u / d In order for your MusicCAST client and server to to move the cursor to “Subnet Mask” share data over a wireless network, you must give and press SELECT. -
Page 34: Connection Check
Connecting to the network I Connection check If you are satisfied with the settings you have made, move the cursor to “Save & If you have carried out the setting procedure Network restart” and press SELECT. correctly and the MusicCAST client has achieved a This confirms the settings and restarts the connection, the connection icon appears at the top network hardware on the MusicCAST client,... -
Page 35: Music Playback On The Musiccast Client
Music playback on the MusicCAST client The MusicCAST client can playback music stored in a MusicCAST server over a wired or wireless network. Two kinds of files are available for playback: MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3), and PCM (Pulse Code Modulation). PCM files give better sound quality, but can only be played back on one MusicCAST client at a time. -
Page 36: During Playback
Music playback on the MusicCAST client I During playback • Bookmark (OFF, ON) The Play Info screen appears on the display when If this parameter is set to ON, the current song is the MusicCAST client is playing a song, unless you added to the bookmark list (see pages 52 –... -
Page 37: To Play A Song From An Artist
Music playback on the MusicCAST client Use u / d to move the cursor to the To play a song from an artist name of the artist you wish to select. Use this option to directly access the songs by a Moving the cursor to the bottom of the screen particular artist stored in your MusicCAST server. -
Page 38: To Stop Playback
Music playback on the MusicCAST client I To stop playback To play a song from an album Press s. Use this option to directly access the songs on a I To halt playback temporarily particular album stored in your MusicCAST server. Press e. -
Page 39: To Stop Playback
Music playback on the MusicCAST client Use u / to move the cursor to the To play a song from a genre name of an album. Moving the cursor to the bottom of the screen Use this option to directly access the songs of a causes the display to scroll upwards, while particular genre stored in your MusicCAST server. -
Page 40: To Stop Playback
Music playback on the MusicCAST client Use u / d to move the cursor to the To select a song from the complete list of name of the genre you wish to select. Moving the cursor to the bottom of the screen songs causes the display to scroll upwards, while moving it to the top of the screen makes the... -
Page 41: To Stop Playback
Music playback on the MusicCAST client Use u / d to move the cursor to the Using Playlists name of a song. Moving the cursor to the bottom of the screen Playlists are collections of songs grouped together causes the display to scroll upwards, while and registered by the users of your MusicCAST moving it to the top of the screen makes the server. -
Page 42: To Stop Playback
Music playback on the MusicCAST client Use u / d to move the cursor to To play a song in the list of bookmarks highlight the collection of playlists you want to select and press SELECT. The MusicCAST client can store a list of songs that The display changes to show the playlists you bookmark (see pages 52 –... -
Page 43: To Stop Playback
Music playback on the MusicCAST client Press SELECT to begin playback of the Song Statistics selected song. The Play Info Screen appears on the display. The Song Statistics screen is a display of Press j to return the list screen. statistically significant data on the tracks and albums stored in the MusicCAST server, which you I To stop playback... - Page 44 Music playback on the MusicCAST client Use u / d to move the cursor to “Song Statistics” and press SELECT. The Song Statistics screen appears on the display. SELECT Use u / d to move the cursor to the criteria you want to use and press SELECT.
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Page 45: Advanced Playback Options
Advanced playback options Use u / d to move the cursor to Random Playback “Random” and press SELECT. When you utilize the Random Playback function, The cursor moves so that it is displayed under the MusicCAST client plays tracks in random order the “Random”... -
Page 46: Repeat Playback
Advanced playback options Use u / d to change the Group Repeat Playback playback parameter setting. SINGLE: The MusicCAST client targets When you utilize the Repeat Playback function, the tracks in the currently selected group MusicCAST repeats playback of the current song (for example, album or genre) for or group. -
Page 47: Changing The Time Display On The Play Info Screen
Advanced playback options Use u / d to change the Repeat Changing the time display on the Play Info Playback parameter setting. screen OFF: Repeat Playback disabled. SINGLE: The MusicCAST client repeats You can change the time display on the Play Info playback of the current group. -
Page 48: Listening To An External Source Connected To
MusicCAST server is connected to a correctly Press j. configured YAMAHA AV receiver via a RS-232C The display returns to the Play Info screen. cable. See page 122 of the MCX-1000 owner’s manual for information on how to configure the... -
Page 49: To Return To Playback From The Musiccast Server Library
Note or page 128 of the same manual for information • See pages 49, 50 if you wish to select “AV on how to display a list of controllable YAMAHA Receiver” from this menu. AV receivers on screen. The MusicCAST client outputs the audio •... -
Page 50: Selecting A Radio Station
Advanced playback options I Selecting a radio station Use u / d to move the cursor to the Check that the MusicCAST server and connected station you want to access and press receiver are both switched on before carrying out SELECT. -
Page 51: Listening To An External Sound Source
Advanced playback options Listening to an external sound source You can listen to audio from an external source connected to the AUX IN jack on your MusicCAST client. Carry out the following procedure to listen to an external sound source using the MusicCAST client. OFF TIMER SLEEP ON TIMER... -
Page 52: Using The Bookmark Function
Using the Bookmark function The MusicCAST client can store a list of your favorite songs for easy access. You can access this list using the bookmark function. Each client on your MusicCAST network stores one such list, which you can access but not alter from other clients. -
Page 53: Removing A Song From The Bookmark List
Using the Bookmark function Press BOOKMARK. Removing a song from the bookmark list The check sign displayed beside the There are two methods you can use to remove a bookmarked song disappears. song from the list of bookmarks. BOOK MARK OFF TIMER SLEEP ON TIMER... -
Page 54: Copying The Bookmark List To A Playlist
Using the Bookmark function Press PLAY to create a playlist. Copying the bookmark list to a playlist The MusicCAST client creates a new playlist in You can copy the contents of your MusicCAST collection 1 on the MusicCAST server. The client bookmark list to a playlist. -
Page 55: Erasing The Bookmark List
Using the Bookmark function Erasing the bookmark list To erase the bookmark list completely, carry out the following procedure: OFF TIMER SLEEP ON TIMER REPEAT RANDOM PAUSE STOP TIMER PLAY MENU PLAY MENU INFO. GROUP GROUP SELECT PUSH SELECT u / d MENU BOOK INPUT... -
Page 56: Musiccast Settings
MusicCAST settings Use u / d to select the time (in minutes) Using the OFF Timer function for the MusicCAST to continue in the You can set the MusicCAST client to switch itself power-on mode before switching itself off after a set period of time, which you can also to the standby mode. -
Page 57: Using The On Timer Function
MusicCAST settings Press SELECT. Using the ON Timer function The cursor enters the ON Timer setting field. The MusicCAST client has a timer function that enables it to automatically switch on and begin playback at a time you specify, rather like an alarm SELECT clock. -
Page 58: Using The On Timer Key To Activate The On Timer
MusicCAST settings I Using the ON TIMER key to activate the Using the Auto Play function ON Timer Carry out the following procedure to activate the You can set the MusicCAST client to automatically ON Timer function from any screen. resume playback of the track it was playing at the time it was last placed in Sleep mode, when you Press ON TIMER... -
Page 59: Using The Auto Level Control Function
MusicCAST settings I Turning Auto Level Control on or off Using the Auto Level Control function Press and hold MENU for two seconds The MusicCAST system allows you to store and to return to the Top Menu screen. listen to multiple different albums from different artists, without reference to the original sequence of songs on the album. -
Page 60: Using The Tone Controls
MusicCAST settings The relevant menu appears on the display: Using the tone controls The tone controls on the MusicCAST client allow you to alter the nature of the sound being output. SELECT You can change these settings to give a strong deep bass, or a lighter treble to the sound. -
Page 61: Using The Contrast Controls
MusicCAST settings Use u / d to move the cursor to the Using the contrast controls “Contrast” and press SELECT. Depending on the location of the MusicCAST The Contrast screen appears on the display. client, You may need to alter the contrast of the display for easier viewing. -
Page 62: Using The Sleep Function
MusicCAST settings Press SELECT. Using the Sleep function The MusicCAST client switches to sleep mode, You can set your MusicCAST client in Sleep mode and the current time appears on the display. when you are not using it. Power consumption is greatly reduced in Sleep mode, but the MusicCAST client still consumes a small amount of power to SELECT... -
Page 63: System Settings
System settings Use u / d to move the cursor to Displaying System Information on the “Information” and press SELECT. The Information screen appears on the display. MusicCAST client You can check the version of the system installed in your MusicCAST client. SELECT OFF TIMER SLEEP... -
Page 64: Updating The Musiccast Client Firmware
Use u / d to move the cursor to Updating the MusicCAST client firmware “System Update” and press SELECT. At times Yamaha releases updates to the firmware The System Update prompt appears on the in either or both the MusicCAST client and server. -
Page 65: Resetting The Musiccast Client To Default Settings
System settings The MusicCAST automatically switches Resetting the MusicCAST client to default itself off and then on again. The update process is now complete. Carry out settings the procedure described on page 63 to check the version of the firmware. At times it may be convenient to return your MusicCAST client to the default state it was in when you first purchased it. -
Page 66: Displaying Network Status Information On
System settings Use u / d to move the cursor to “Setup” Displaying Network Status Information on and press SELECT. The Setup screen appears on the display. the MusicCAST client Your MusicCAST client depends on its network connection to obtain data from the MusicCAST SELECT server. - Page 67 System settings Use u / d to move the cursor to Press j to return to the Status screen. “Status” and press SELECT. The Status screen appears on the display. SELECT Use u / d to select the item you want to display.
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Page 68: Troubleshooting
Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, set this unit to the standby mode, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center. Problem... - Page 69 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Refer to page The MusicCAST client You have not registered songs recorded Wait until the MusicCAST server completes MCX- does not play back from an external component to the library. encoding songs to MP3. 1000 some songs owner’s displayed in the song manual,...
- Page 70 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Refer to page You cannot access The ANALOG REC LEVEL on the front Increase the ANALOG REC LEVEL. MCX- the MusicCAST preset panel of the MusicCAST server is set too 1000 tuner. low. owner’s manual, page 29 The MusicCAST server AV receiver Configure the AV receiver parameters correctly.
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Page 71: Terms Used In This Manual
Terms used in this manual This manual uses a number of terms that, though not specific to the MusicCAST system, are not in general everyday use. In addition, some terms are used in a slightly unusual context. These words are listed alphabetically and in context below, along with an explanation of their meaning. - Page 72 Terms used in this manual TCP/IP storage capacity. An abbreviation of Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol, a system of coding information Hard disk that allows it to be shared efficiently on a network. See “Hard disk drive” MusicCAST client An abbreviation of Wired Equivalent Privacy. This The component in the MusicCAST system that system encrypts data transferred between the allows you to access songs stored in the...
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Page 73: Specifications
Specifications I Audio performance Output level (1kHz, 0dB) ....2 ± 0.5 Vrms Frequency response (EIAJ) ........5 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB Signal to noise ratio (EIAJ) .... 100 dB or more Dynamic Range (EIAJ) ....90 dB or more Total harmonic distortion + noise (EIAJ) ............ -
Page 74: Index
Index alarm clock ..............57 PCM ................35 Album ................ 35, 38 Play info screen ............16, 36 Artist ................35, 37 playback group ........... 12, 13, 35, 45 Auto Configuration ........22, 25, 26, 28 playlist ............35, 42, 52, 54 Auto Play function ............ - Page 75 105_Musiccast_E.p65 2003.06.04, 16:09...
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