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- Page 1 ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-B 802.11b User Guide Media Link for Music WIRELESS WML11B/WMLS11B Model No.
- Page 2 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Copyright and Trademarks Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. How to Use this Guide This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Media Link easier than ever.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this Guide? Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music System Front Panel Back Panel Remote Controller Speakers (Optional) Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup Overview... - Page 4 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Internet Radio Menu Media Server Menu Network Setup Menu Network Status Menu Update Radio List Menu EQ Menu Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Overview Login Setup Favorites Password Status Help...
- Page 5 Wireless-B Media Link for Music List of Figures Figure 2-1: Media Link Front Panel Figure 2-2: Media Link Back Panel Figure 2-3: Remote Controller Figure 2-4: Right Speaker Back Panel Figure 2-5: Left Speaker Back Panel Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 3-2: Connect the Media Link’s Power Figure 3-3: Insert the Base Plate Figure 4-1: Welcome Screen...
- Page 6 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Figure 5-8: Connecting the Optical Cable to Your Stereo Figure 5-9: Connect the Power Figure 5-10: Wireless Network Icon Figure 5-11: Wired Network Icon Figure 5-12: Main Menu Screen Figure 5-13: Network Setup Screen Figure 5-14: Wireless Screen Figure 5-15: SSID Screen Figure 5-16: Network Type Screen Figure 5-17: Encryption Screen...
- Page 7 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Figure 6-15: Internet Radio Screen Figure 6-16: Media Server Screen Figure 6-17: Network Setup Screen Figure 6-18: Device Name Screen Figure 6-19: Wireless Screen Figure 6-20: SSID Screen Figure 6-21: Network Type Screen Figure 6-22: Encryption Screen Figure 6-23: Key Screen Figure 6-24: Site Survey Screen Figure 6-25: TCP/IP Screen...
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Page 8: Chapter 1: Introduction
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-B Media Link for Music. This Media Link lets you send the digital music stored on your computer to your stereo, without running cables through the house. You can also listen to music streaming from your favorite Internet radio station. -
Page 9: What's In This Guide
Wireless-B Media Link for Music What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B Media Link for Music. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Media Link’s applications and this User Guide. •... - Page 10 • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Media Link. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this Guide?
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Page 11: Chapter 2: Getting To Know The Wireless-B Media Link For Music Or The Wireless-B Music System
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music System Front Panel You can control the Media Link through the front panel buttons and LCD screen, which you can also control using the Remote Controller. -
Page 12: Remote Controller
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Crossover The Crossover (X-II) switch is used only when the Media Link is connected to a wired network device. If the Media Link is connected to a PC, then the switch should be in the Crossover (X) position. - Page 13 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Select/arrows Use the Select or right arrow button to make a selection, like the Enter key on your computer’s keyboard. Use the arrow keys to move through menus. Page up/down Use these buttons to page or scroll through an extensive menu. Volume up/down Press these buttons to control the volume.
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Page 14: Speakers (Optional)
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Speakers (Optional) The Wireless-B Music System (model number WMLS11B) comes with the Media Link and two speakers. The Media Link can be connected to its speakers and/or a stereo. Right Speaker On the back of the right speaker are four ports. INPUT (L and R) These INPUT ports are where you will connect the RCA audio cables from the Media Link. -
Page 15: Chapter 3: Connecting The Wireless-B Media Link For Music To Your Network For Setup
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup Overview This chapter will explain how to connect the Media Link to your wired computer or network for setup. If you want to set up the Media Link using its front panel LCD screen (without using your computer), then proceed to “Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System.”... -
Page 16: Figure 3-3: Insert The Base Plate
Wireless-B Media Link for Music 6. Insert the bottom panel of the Media LInk into the base plate. 7. Snap the Media Link into the base, so it fits snugly. Proceed to “Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.” Figure 3-3: Insert the Base Plate Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup Connection to a Wired Network for Setup... -
Page 17: Chapter 4: Setting Up The Wireless-B Media Link For Music
This chapter will describe how to set up the Media Link using the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Setup Wizard. Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard, which will guide you through the configuration procedure. However, if you want to set up the Media Link using the front panel LCD screen (without a wired connection to a computer), refer to “Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System.”... -
Page 18: Figure 4-2: License Agreement Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music 3. Read the License Agreement, and click Next if you accept the Agreement. If you do not accept the Agreement, then click Cancel to end the installation of the Media Link. 4. Make sure the Media Link’s green Ethernet LED is solidly lit. (This LED is located next to the Ethernet port on the back panel.) This indicates that the Media Link is properly connected to your wired network. -
Page 19: Figure 4-4: Media Link Selection Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music 5. The screen shown in Figure 4-4 displays a list of Wireless-B Media Links for Music that have been found on your network, along with the settings for the Media Link whose name is highlighted. To select the Media Link you are currently installing, click its name in the Adapters Found box. -
Page 20: Figure 4-6: Basic Settings Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music 7. On the Basic Settings screen, enter a unique name for the Media Link in the Device Name field. If you network has a router or other DHCP server, select Automatic for the Network Setting, and click Next. If the Media Link requires a static IP address, select Static IP for the Network Setting. -
Page 21: Figure 4-8: Wireless Security Settings Screen
Generate button. The Passphrase is case-sensitive and should have 16 alphanumeric characters or fewer. It must match the passphrase of your wireless network and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (You will have to enter the WEP key(s) manually on any non- Linksys wireless products.) KEY #1 - If you enter a Passphrase, then the WEP key will automatically appear in this field after you click the Generate key. -
Page 22: Figure 4-10: Media Services Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music 11. The Media Services screen will appear. The Rhapsody Digital Music Service is a subscription service that offers unlimited access to its catalog of legal online music. To install the Rhapsody software and sign up for a free trial of the Rhapsody Digital Music Service, click the Rhapsody Digital Music Service button. -
Page 23: Setting Up Musicmatch Jukebox
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox After you have installed Musicmatch Jukebox, you will see its icon in the system tray of your taskbar, as well as on your desktop. Double-click either icon to start the software. To enable communication between Musicmatch Jukebox and the Media Link, follow these instructions: 1. -
Page 24: Chapter 5: Connecting The Wireless-B Media Link For Music To Your Audio System
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System Overview The first part of this chapter will explain how to connect the Media LInk to its speakers (WMLS11B only) and/or your stereo. Proceed to the instructions appropriate for the installation you want. If you did not run the Setup Wizard, first connect the Media Link, and then follow the instructions in the “Using the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link”... -
Page 25: Figure 5-2: Attaching The Right Speaker
Wireless-B Media Link for Music 1. If you did not run the Setup Wizard, go to step 4. Otherwise, press the Media Link’s power button on its front panel to power it off. 2. Unplug the power adapter from the Media Link’s Power port and electrical outlet. 3. -
Page 26: Connecting To The Media Link To Your Stereo
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Connecting to the Media Link to Your Stereo Follow the instructions in this section to make the connections shown in Figure 5-6. (The connection to the desktop PC will be made only if the Media Link will work as part of your wired network.) Figure 5-6: Connecting the Media Link to Your Stereo 1. -
Page 27: Figure 5-7: Connecting The Rca Cable To Your Stereo
Wireless-B Media Link for Music 5. If you want to connect the Media Link to your stereo’s RCA input, connect the color-coded RCA cable to the Media Link’s 2 CH Output (left and right) ports. Then connect the other end to your stereo’s RCA input. Figure 5-7: Connecting the RCA Cable to Your Stereo If you want to connect the Media Link to your stereo’s digital input, connect the optical cable (not included) to the Media Link’s Digital Output port. -
Page 28: Connecting The Media Link To Your Network
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Connecting the Media Link to Your Network 1. If the Media Link will be part of your wireless network, go to step 2. If the Media Link will be part of your wired network, then connect the Ethernet network cable from the Media Link’s Ethernet port to an Ethernet port on your PC or a wired network device, such as a router or switch. -
Page 29: Using The Lcd Menus To Set Up The Media Link
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Using the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link Before setting up the Media Link, decide whether the Media Link will be connected to your wireless or wired network AFTER you have configured it. For more information, refer to “Appendix C: Planning Your Use of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.”... -
Page 30: Figure 5-14: Wireless Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Wireless To change the Media Link’s wireless settings, select Wireless. You have four choices: SSID, Network Type, Encryption, and Site Survey. SSID The Media Link’s default SSID is any. If you want to change its default SSID, select SSID. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the uppercase alphabet, lowercase alphabet, numbers, and punctuation. -
Page 31: Figure 5-17: Encryption Screen
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy): a method of encrypting data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security. Passphrase: used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption for Linksys products. Figure 5-18: Site Survey Screen... -
Page 32: Figure 5-19: Tcp/Ip Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music DHCP To change the Media Link’s DHCP setting, select DHCP. If the Media Link will be assigned an IP address automatically by a router or other DHCP server, then select Enable. You will not see the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server menus because these settings will be set automatically. -
Page 33: Installing The Media Server Software
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Installing the Media Server Software For the Media LInk to work properly, you must install the Media Server software on at least one PC in your network. This software, which is called Musicmatch Jukebox, allows your computer to communicate with the Media Link, so music tracks can be sent to the stereo and/or Media Link speakers (WMLS11B only). -
Page 34: Figure 5-23: Cd Lookup/Connectivity Tab
Wireless-B Media Link for Music 3. Click the CD Lookup/Connectivity tab. 4. In the Services section, click the checkbox next to Enable Music Server. 5. Then click the checkbox next to Universal Plug and Play. 6. Click the OK button. For information on how to use Musicmatch Jukebox, visit www.musicmatch.com, or click the Help menu of the software program. -
Page 35: Chapter 6: Using The Lcd Menus Of The Wireless-B Media Link For Music
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Overview This chapter explains how to use the Media Link via the LCD menus on its front panel. For example, you can choose a playlist, browse for an album, or choose an Internet radio station. -
Page 36: Lcd Menu Icons
Wireless-B Media Link for Music LCD Menu Icons At the top of the LCD screen, you will see one or more icons indicating the Media Link’s network type, the status of the music track, and which options you have selected. Here are descriptions of the nine icons: •... -
Page 37: Playlist Menu
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Playlist Menu At any time, you can use the Music button on the remote to access the Music menu. To play certain songs in a specific sequence, select the Playlist menu, which will list the playlists that you have created using Musicmatch. Select the playlist you want, and press the right arrow button. -
Page 38: Internet Radio Menu
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Internet Radio Menu The Media Link uses vTuner to find radio and TV broadcasts over the Internet. When you select the Internet Radio menu, you have three choices: Genres, Countries, and All Stations. At any time, you can use the iRadio button on the remote to access the Internet Radio menu. -
Page 39: Figure 6-18: Device Name Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Change to wired If you want to use the Media Link as part of your wired network, select Change to wired. When asked if you are sure, select Yes to continue, or select No to cancel the setup. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. -
Page 40: Figure 6-21: Network Type Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Network Type If you want to change the wireless network type, select Network Type. If your network uses infrastructure mode, then select Infrastructure. If your network uses ad-hoc mode, then select Ad-Hoc. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. -
Page 41: Figure 6-24: Site Survey Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Site Survey If you want to search for all available wireless networks, select Site Survey. A list of wireless networks will appear. To connect to a specific network, select it, and press the right arrow button. If the network uses WEP encryption, a new screen will appear and ask you to enter the WEP key. -
Page 42: Figure 6-27: Proxy Screen
Wireless-B Media Link for Music DNS Server 1 and DNS Server 2 To change the Media Link’s DNS server address, select DNS Server 1 and/or DNS Server 2. (You must enter at least one DNS server address.) Use the arrow keys to scroll through the numbers 0-9 and punctuation (a period). To make a selection, press the Select button. -
Page 43: Network Status Menu
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Network Status Menu If you want to see the Media Link’s network status information, use the Network Status menu. After you have selected this menu, you will see the Device Name screen. Scroll down to see additional status screens: Firmware Version, Hardware Version, SSID, Network Type, Encryption, Wireless Signal (strength), Wireless Channel, MAC Address, DHCP, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, DNS Server 1, DNS Server 2, Proxy Server, Proxy Name, and Proxy Port. -
Page 44: Chapter 7: Using The Web-Based Utility Of The Wireless-B Media Link For Music
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Overview The Media Link is designed to function properly after you configure it using the Setup Wizard. However, if you would like to change these basic settings or designate favorite radio stations, use your web browser and the Wireless-B Media Link Web-based Utility. -
Page 45: Setup
The current default SSID is any, so the Media Link will accept any SSID. For added security, Linksys recommends that you change the default SSID to a name of your choice. • Network Type - Choose a wireless operating mode for the Media Link. Keep the default setting, Infrastructure, if you want your wireless-equipped device to communicate with computers and other devices on your wired network using a wireless access point or router. -
Page 46: Figure 7-3: Security Setting Screen
(The Passphrase function is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. If you want to communicate with non-Linksys wireless products, you will need to enter your WEP key manually on the non-Linksys wireless products.) After you enter the Passphrase, click the Generate button to create WEP key(s). -
Page 47: Favorites
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Favorites The Favorites screen lets you add up to 20 Internet radio stations to the Media Link’s Favorites menu. Once added, you can easily select one of your favorite stations using the Media Link’s remote control and LCD menus. Favorites For each favorite radio station, enter its name and URL (or IP address). -
Page 48: Password
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Password The Password screen lets you change the Media Link’s Password or restore the factory default settings. • Administrative Password - It is strongly recommended that you change the factory default password of the Media Link from admin to a new password that you create. All users who try to access the Media Link’s Web- based Utility will be prompted for the Media Link’s Password. -
Page 49: Status
• Firmware Version - The version number of the Media Link’s firmware is displayed here. Firmware updates are posted at www.linksys.com. Firmware should be upgraded ONLY if you experience problems with the Media Link. To upgrade the Media Link’s firmware, refer to “Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware.”... -
Page 50: Help
“Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware.” • Linksys Website - Click the Linksys Website link to visit Linksys’s website, www.linksys.com. • Online manual in PDF format - Click the Online manual in PDF format to view this User Guide on-screen. It is in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document File (.pdf) format, so you will need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to... -
Page 51: Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Common Problems and Solutions 1. -
Page 52: Frequently Asked Questions
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Frequently Asked Questions How do I set my favorite Internet radio stations? You have two ways to set your favorite radio stations. • Using the Media Link’s LCD screen, scroll down to Internet Radio. Select the radio station you would like to set as your favorite. - Page 53 Wireless-B Media Link for Music What is ad-hoc mode? When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other. The ad-hoc wireless network will not communicate with any wired network. What is infrastructure mode? When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point or router.
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Page 54: Appendix B: Wireless Security
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implementation. - Page 55 This includes hackers. So, don’t broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is “linksys”.) Hackers know these defaults and can check these against your network. Change your SSID to something unique and not something related to your company or the networking products you use.
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Page 56: Appendix C: Planning Your Use Of The Wireless-B Media Link For Music
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix C: Planning Your Use of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music Overview Before you set up the Media Link, you need to decide how the computer running the Media Server software (called Musicmatch Jukebox) will send digital music to the Media Link; you have a choice of a wireless or wired connection. -
Page 57: Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware
NOTE: You must use an Ethernet network connection when you upgrade the Media Link’s firmware. 6. Click Start and then Programs. 7. Select Linksys Media LInk, and click Firmware Upgrade Utility. 8. The screen shown in Figure D-1 will appear and display a list of the Wireless-B Media Links found on your network, as well as their MAC addresses. -
Page 58: Appendix E: Windows Help
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix E: Windows Help Almost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. -
Page 59: Appendix F: Glossary
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix F: Glossary 802.11b - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network. - Page 60 Wireless-B Media Link for Music CTS (Clear To Send) - A signal sent by a wireless device, signifying that it is ready to receive data. Daisy Chain - A method used to connect devices in a series, one after the other. Database - A collection of data that is organized so that its contents can easily be accessed, managed, and updated.
- Page 61 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Gateway - A device that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. Half Duplex - Data transmission that can occur in two directions over a single line, but only one direction at a time. Hardware - The physical aspect of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices. HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web.
- Page 62 Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products. Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online.
- Page 63 Wireless-B Media Link for Music TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) - A set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a network.
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Page 64: Appendix G: Specifications
WEP Key Bits 64-Bit, 128-Bit Dimensions WML11B: 6.06" x 3.39" x 8.5" (154 mm x 86 mm x 216 mm) (W x H x D) WMLS11B: 16.02" x 3.39" x 8.5" (407 mm x 86 mm x 216 mm) Unit Weight WML11B: 1 lb. - Page 65 Wireless-B Media Link for Music Storage Temp. -20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF) Operating Humidity 10% to 85%, Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90%, Non-Condensing Appendix G: Specifications...
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Page 66: Appendix H: Warranty Information
Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. -
Page 67: Appendix I: Regulatory Information
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix I: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 68: Appendix J: Contact Information
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