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Turtle Beach Audiotron Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 Network Digital Music Player Network Digital Music Player Reference Manual...

  • Page 2: Notices

    Copyright © 2001 Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior written consent from Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. (“VTB”). In no event will VTB be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 3: Contacting Turtle Beach

    Go to Go to the Turtle Beach web site (www.turtle-beach.com) and click on “Sales & Support”, then “Files & Drivers”. Scroll down to the "A" section and click on AudioTron. This will bring up the list of files available for download (including firmware updates and other support files).

  • Page 4: Warranty And End User License

    Hardware Warranty Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. ("VTB") warrants to the original end-user purchaser ("Purchaser") that the Turtle Beach AudioTron ("Product") will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by Purchaser ("Warranty Period"). If a defect should occur during the Warranty Period, Purchaser must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization ("RMA") from VTB.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Installing AudioTron on an HPNA Network ....................15 Before you begin… ..............................15 Installing AudioTron on an Ethernet network .....................17 Connecting AudioTron to an Ethernet network with a Hub ..................17 Configuring AudioTron’s Network Settings....................19 Before you begin… ..............................19 Connecting the Audio Outputs........................21 Before you begin…...
  • Page 6 Shared Directories Test Screen ............................47 Viewing the Test Results ..............................48 Appendix D: Shared Directories......................... 50 Song Directory Troubleshooting Procedure ......................51 AudioTron Shared Directories Requirements......................52 Bypassing AudioTron’s Shared Directory Restriction ......................53 Appendix E: Updating AudioTron’s Firmware.................... 54 Regulatory Compliance Information......................55 Page 5...

  • Page 7: Introducing Audiotron

    CDs—effectively transforming your PC into a powerful jukebox. With AudioTron, you can enjoy instant playback of any song at any time, from anywhere in your home. Best of all, by installing several AudioTrons throughout your home, several users can simultaneously listen to their favorite songs from the same song library—making your entire music...

  • Page 8: Audiotron Digital Music System Configurations

    - AudioTron plays music via network connection Living Room Figure 1 AudioTron uses your PC and a network to distribute music throughout your home. The above example illustrates an AudioTron digital music system where two AudioTrons are used for distributing music to the bedroom and living room. In this setup, the PC “Music Server” or “Host”...

  • Page 9: Basic Setup

    Figure 3 AudioTron can access music stored on all of the PCs in your network. AudioTron can access a library of more than 30,000 songs, depending on the “tag” data embedded in the songs, directory structure, and other database information.
  • Page 10 The AudioStation software can be controlled by an optional RF Remote Control that links to the PC serial port via an RF receiver. Ü For more information on the Voyetra AudioStation RF Remote Control Unit, please visit the Turtle Beach web site. PC with...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Be sure to Check the Turtle Beach Web Site for AudioTron firmware updates. Turtle Beach will periodically release new updates for the AudioTron firmware to implement feature enhancements and operational modifications. Instructions on how to update the firmware may be found in the Appendix section of this Reference Manual.

  • Page 12: Audiotron Setup Procedure

    Install AudioStation if you do not already have a PC jukebox program, or if you would like to use AudioStation to manage your digital music library. See "Installing the AudioStation CD" for details Make sure your HPNA or Ethernet network is operating properly before setting up AudioTron. Connect AudioTron to your network See "Connecting AudioTron to your Network"...

  • Page 13: Powering Audiotron

    If AudioTron is properly connected to the network, it will search the network for PC hosts with song files. After finding the PC hosts, it scans for songs and catalogs the song names in its internal memory so they can be quickly accessed.

  • Page 14: Audiotron's Power-Up Messages

    PC and/or hard drive after a period of non-use. The Windows Control Panel “Power Management” icon launches a dialog box that will let you set the power-save features. ü Reconnect the network cable into AudioTron’s rear panel to make sure it “clicks” when inserted.

  • Page 15: Installing The Audiostation Cd

    Installing the AudioStation CD The CD included with AudioTron contains the following components that make it easier to set up your digital music system. To install the CD, place it in the CD ROM tray and run the Setup.exe program by clicking Start à...

  • Page 16: Installing Audiotron On An Hpna Network

    HPNA network. Be sure the filter is not in line with the phone wire connected to the PC’s HPNA card or to the AudioTron HPNA connector. See your DSL manual for details on the line filter, if one is installed.
  • Page 17 If you had a phone connected to the phone jack, you can insert the phone line into the connector labeled PHONE. This allows you to connect both AudioTron and a telephone to a single phone jack on the wall of the room where you listen to your AudioTron.

  • Page 18: Installing Audiotron On An Ethernet Network

    If you experience any problems setting up AudioTron with your configured network, please see if the issue is addressed in the “Network Troubleshooting Procedure”, “Troubleshooting Tips” or “Network Basics” sections in this manual or in the FAQ section of the Turtle Beach web site.
  • Page 19 To connect AudioTron to an Ethernet Network… Insert the Cat-5 Ethernet RJ-45 cable (included with your AudioTron) into the connector labeled ETHERNET on the AudioTron rear panel. Insert the other end of the cable into your Ethernet hub, which in turn connects to a network interface card in your PC.

  • Page 20: Configuring Audiotron's Network Settings

    “Shared Directories”.) If AudioTron finds music files, it will display “Found xx Hosts” (where xx is the number of PCs it found) and then begin to search for music files. After it’s done finding songs, the main menu will appear and AudioTron is ready to play music.
  • Page 21 Set the “Sharing” Password (Optional): If you have password-protected your Shared directories, the same password needs to be entered into AudioTron in order for it to access them. In the Options menu, turn the knob to select the option “Share Password”. Press the knob to display the “Enter Disk Sharing Password”...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Audio Outputs

    If your stereo system or powered speakers require a 1/8” connection, you’ll need to obtain an RCA-to-1/8” adapter to connect AudioTron to the stereo or speakers. This is available from the Turtle Beach web site. Connecting the headphone output: AudioTron is also equipped with a 1/4" stereo headphone jack on the front panel for use with headphones.

  • Page 23: Audio Troubleshooting Procedure

    Mute silences the audio output when the LED is lit. isn't on. If audio plays out the headphone output, Audiotron is working. Check the Can you hear the song from stereo system and the audio cables to make sure they're set up properly.

  • Page 24: Playing Your Music Library With Audiotron

    Playing Your Music Library with AudioTron Song Selection Display When powered on from the rear panel power switch and Standby button, AudioTron searches for PC hosts on the network and catalogs all of the music files it can find. After it completes this start- up routine, the “Selection”...
  • Page 25 Press PLAY. AudioTron will transfer a portion of the song file from the PC Host to its internal memory buffer for playback. The percent of buffer being transferred is shown by the "Buffering xx%” indicator. After the buffer is adequately filled, the song will play once, then stop.
  • Page 26 Press the OPTIONS button to display “Check for new music?” Press the control knob to select “Yes”. AudioTron will search the network for music files and playlists not already in its local database. If any new music files are found, the titles will be added to the database.

  • Page 27: Creating A Group Of Songs

    Placing AudioTron in “Standby mode” will not delete the Group. To play the songs in your music library using Group … When powered on from the rear panel power switch, AudioTron loads the songs from your music library into the GROUP.

  • Page 28: Using The "Favorites" Remote Control Feature

    To assign all of the songs from an Album, Artist, Genre or List to a Favorites button, follow the same procedure but choose the category in step 1. Ü Turning off the AC power to AudioTron will delete the “Favorites” contents. Placing AudioTron in “Standby mode” will not delete the “Favorites” contents.. Page 27...

  • Page 29: Managing Your Music Library With Audiostation

    In addition to MP3, WMA and WAV files (which are compatible with AudioTron) the All Tracks feature will display CD audio tracks, MIDI files and AVI movie files, which can be played on your PC with AudioStation.

  • Page 30: Song Tags (Title, Artist, Album, Genre, Etc.)

    The proper management of tag data is important for optimum use of AudioTron because it affects how songs are accessed in the main menu. For this reason, it is suggested that the track tag information be carefully checked each time a CD is converted to digital format, so that the tag data will be consistent.

  • Page 31: Digital Music File Formats

    For this reason, AudioTron is capable of playing true CD- Quality audio in uncompressed WAV format when used with an Ethernet network.

  • Page 32: Creating Playlists

    “Import Playlist” option from the AudioStation “File” menu. To access playlists with AudioTron, you need only move the files to an AudioTron music directory so that AudioTron may access them when scanning the hard drive for music and playlist data.

  • Page 33: Front Panel Reference

    Remote Control is used, indicating that the IR signal was received. To Reset AudioTron – Turn the back panel AC power switch off, then on. Wait a few seconds and press the Standby button to turn on the unit. This will initiate a complete start-up sequence where the unit searches for network hosts, songs, etc.

  • Page 34: Options Menu

    The OPTIONS button activates the Options Menu display. Turn the Control Knob to scroll through the available menu items and press the knob to select. NOTE: Any change made to an option listed with an R will not take effect until AudioTron is re-booted: Check for New Music Checks for any new music files stored on PC music server (Host PC).
  • Page 35 A diagnostic menu that is used for testing the operation of front panel buttons, control knob and remote control. * Please note that Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. cannot provide technical support for users running Mac or Linux on their host PC(s).

  • Page 36: Rear Panel Reference

    Be sure to re-insert the holder in the same way it was originally installed. ˆ Use this switch to power up AudioTron for the first time, or to turn off all power to the AudioTron AC Power Switch (this should only be necessary when you want to completely disconnect the unit or you need to perform a complete 'reset').

  • Page 37: Remote Control Reference

    Remote Control Reference As with the buttons on the AudioTron front panel, most of the Remote Control's buttons activate a single function, while some serve multiple purposes depending on the active display. Group Buttons Buttons that function similarly to the front panel controls: GROUP, ADD, CLEAR (Group Mode controls) –...

  • Page 38: Product Specifications

    WAV PCM digital audio files recorded at sampling rates of 8 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, and 44.1 kHz. AudioTron cannot play uncompressed WAV digital audio files recorded with a sampling rate of 48 kHz.

  • Page 39: Appendix A: Troubleshooting Tips

    If this happens for a period of time that causes the AudioTron’s internal music buffer to become empty, it is possible for the music to skip due to data loss. To reduce the possibility of this, try the following: ü...
  • Page 40 “power down” after a period of non-use. The control panel “Power Management” icon launches a dialog box that will show how the power-save features are set. If your hard drive or system is set to shut down after a period of time, it will be inaccessible to AudioTron. ü...
  • Page 41 PC and AudioTron. ü If you have DSL service, make sure the DSL line filter is not between AudioTron or your PC’s HPNA interface or it could affect the HPNA network signals and cause performance problems.

  • Page 42: Appendix B: Network Basics

    HPNA 2.0 operates at rates up to 10 Mb/s. AudioTron is designed to work with HPNA 2.0, and will not work reliably on HPNA 1.0. Although HPNA does not require new wiring, it transfers data at a slower rate than Ethernet and the network components can be more expensive.

  • Page 43: Network Terminology

    (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) to communicate over a network. Ü If your network isn’t set up using the TCP/IP protocol, AudioTron won’t be able to play music from the PC hard drives. To check if your network is running TCP/IP in Windows 98…...
  • Page 44 “break in”. Ü If a firewall is running on a network PC that contains music for AudioTron, the firewall should be set to pass the AudioTron’s IP address. Otherwise, it will treat AudioTron as an unauthorized "user"...

  • Page 45: Checking Windows 98 Network Settings With "Winipcfg.exe

    Intel 82557-based Ethernet PCI card). Then note the IP Address, Subnet Mask and default Gateway settings. The IP address setting for AudioTron should not conflict with the IP addresses for any of the PCs on your network. The Subnet Mask and Default Gateway settings on AudioTron should match the settings on your network PCs.

  • Page 46: Appendix C: Network Troubleshooting Procedure

    Reference Manual Network Troubleshooting Procedure Appendix C: Before following this procedure, please refer to the section called “Connecting AudioTron to your Network” to check for the most common network issues. When rebooting AudioTron, look at the display messages as it Turn the power off and on.

  • Page 47: Using The Audiotron Setup Utility

    Using the AudioTron Setup Utility The AudioTron Setup Utility (run from the AudioStation CD) lets you determine if AudioTron is connected to your network and if PCs on your network contain music accessible to AudioTron. Opening Screen The Opening Screen checks the number of network adapters installed on your computer.

  • Page 48: Shared Directories Test Screen

    Network Nodes Window After all the nodes are tested, the bottom window lists the node addresses assigned to peripherals (e.g. a PC, AudioTron, a print server, hub, router, etc.) The columns include: • Node Address: The address of each node.

  • Page 49: Viewing The Test Results

    TCP/IP for your adapter. Restart your computer if you were prompted to do so. ü If your network adapter is setup to use a DHCP server, make sure AudioTron is set to use DHCP. Restart AudioTron if you made any changes.
  • Page 50 AudioTron Reference Manual be a unique number between 2 and 253, the default value in AudioTron is 10. The subnet mask (aaa.bbb.ccc.ddd) is usually 255.255.255.0 for most static IP adapters. Restart AudioTron if you changed the settings and then run the test again.

  • Page 51: Appendix D: Shared Directories

    You can check how drive shares are set up by viewing the drive from a remote PC in the network using "Network Neighborhood" ("My Network Places" in Windows Me/2000). Only directories configured as “shared directories” will be accessible from the remote PC. You can also run the AudioTron Setup Utility to view shared directories. Page 50...

  • Page 52: Song Directory Troubleshooting Procedure

    "My" and "Music") under a “shared” directory. The AudioStation CD installs sample music files under the proper directory names, however the share setting must be done manually, as described in the section “AudioTron Shared Directories Requirements”. Before proceeding, be sure to install the sample music files and configure the directory share.

  • Page 53: Audiotron Shared Directories Requirements

    PCs. For example, consider the case where drive C: is shared. If AudioTron were to look in the root share (in this case C) as well as in every directory below the root share, it would search the entire hard disk for music files.

  • Page 54: Bypassing Audiotron's Shared Directory Restriction

    For this reason, it is suggested that it only be used in cases where AudioTron cannot find music files even though they are assumed to be in the correct directories. For best performance, once the files are found, they should be moved to the restricted directories and the option should be turned off to enable the shared directory restriction.

  • Page 55: Appendix E: Updating Audiotron's Firmware

    FLASH” option. Turn and press the knob to select “Yes”. Once AudioTron finds the firmware file, it will transfer the file from your PC to the internal FLASH RAM, as noted on the display. A successful transfer will display the messages “ERASING”, “PROGRAMMING” and “VERIFYING”.

  • Page 56: Regulatory Compliance Information

    For United States users: FCC part 68 The AudioTron HPNA interface complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. On the HPNA interface card is a label that contains the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this device. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

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