User manual LINKSYS WMA11B

[. . . ] ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2. 4 GHz Wireless-B 802. 11b Media Adapter WIRELESS Model No. User Guide WMA11B Wireless-B Media Adapter Copyright and Trademarks Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. How to Use this Guide This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Adapter easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this Guide: This checkmark means there is a Note of interest and is something you should pay special attention to while using the Adapter. This exclamation point means there is a Caution or Warning and is something that could damage your property or the Adapter. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you might need to do while using the Adapter. In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this: word: definition. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the "List of Figures" section in the "Table of Contents". WMA11B-UG-30912E JL Wireless-B Media Adapter Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What's in this Guide? 1 1 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Adapter and Its Remote Controller Front Panel Back Panel Remote Controller Overview Connection to a Wired Network for Setup Connection to a Wireless Network for Setup Using Windows XP Only 4 4 4 5 7 7 8 Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Adapter to Your Network for Setup7 Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Adapter Overview Running the Setup Wizard Using the Adapter Utility 9 9 9 16 Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Adapter to Your TV and Stereo Overview Instructions Placement Options Using the TV Setup 18 18 18 21 22 Chapter 6: Using the Media Navigator Overview Music Menus Pictures Menu Help 26 26 26 29 31 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions 32 32 34 Appendix B: Wireless Security A Brief Overview What Are The Risks? 37 37 37 Wireless-B Media Adapter Appendix C: Planning Your Use of the Wireless-B Media Adapter Overview Using the Adapter as Part of Your Wireless Network Using the Adapter as Part of Your Wired Network 44 44 44 44 Appendix D: Creating a Playlist Appendix E: Setting a Static IP Address on Your PC Appendix F: Windows Help Appendix G: Glossary Appendix H: Specifications Appendix I: Warranty Information Appendix J: Regulatory Information Appendix K: Contact Information 45 46 48 49 55 57 58 61 Wireless-B Media Adapter List of Figures Figure 2-1: Front Panel Figure 2-2: Back Panel Figure 2-3: Remote Controller Figure 3-1: Example of a Connection to a Wired Computer for Setup Figure 3-2: Example of a Connection to a Wireless-equipped Computer for Setup Figure 3-3: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 3-4: Connect the Power Figure 4-1: Welcome Screen Figure 4-2: Installing the Adapter Screen Figure 4-3: Windows Installer Screen Figure 4-4: Microsoft . NET Framework Screen Figure 4-5: Microsoft . NET Framework Package Screen Figure 4-6: License Agreement Screen Figure 4-7: Select Music and Pictures Folders Screen Figure 4-8: Connection for Setup Screen Figure 4-9: Adapter Selection Screen Figure 4-10: Connection after Setup Screen Figure 4-11: Basic Settings Screen Figure 4-12: Basic Wireless Settings Screen Figure 4-13: Wireless Security Settings Screen Figure 4-14: Confirmation Screen Figure 4-15: Congratulations Screen Figure 4-16: Utility Icon Figure 4-17: Select Media Folder Manager Figure 4-18: Media Folder Manager Figure 4-19: Browse for Folder Figure 4-20: Start Menu 4 4 6 7 7 7 8 9 9 10 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 15 15 16 16 16 17 17 17 Wireless-B Media Adapter Figure 5-1: Unplug the Power Figure 5-2: Connection to Your TV and Stereo Figure 5-3: Connection to Your TV Only Figure 5-4: Connect the Power Figure 5-5: Vertical Position Figure 5-6: Welcome Screen Figure 5-7: Windows Installer Screen Figure 5-8: Installing the Adapter Utility Screen Figure 5-9: Microsoft . NET Framework Screen Figure 5-10: Microsoft . NET Framework Package Screen Figure 5-11: License Agreement Screen Figure 5-12: Select Music and Pictures Folders Screen Figure 5-13: Utility Congratulations Figure 5-14: Media Adapter Setup Figure 6-1: Main Menu Screen Figure 6-2: Music Screen Figure 6-3: Choose Music Screen Figure 6-4: All Songs Screen Figure 6-5: Choose Artists Screen Figure 6-6: Now Playing Screen Figure 6-7: Music Options Screen Figure 6-8: Pictures Screen Figure 6-9: Choose Pictures Screen Figure 6-10: Now Showing Screen Figure 6-11: Picture Options Screen Figure 6-12: Help Screen Figure 6-13: Music Help Screen Figure B-1: Warchalking Figure C-1: Example of a Wireless Network Figure C-2: Example of a Wired Network 18 19 20 21 21 22 22 22 23 23 23 24 24 25 26 26 27 27 27 28 28 29 29 29 30 31 31 37 44 44 Wireless-B Media Adapter Figure E-1: XP Default Interface Figure E-2: XP Classic Interface Figure E-3: Network Connection Figure E-4: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Figure E-5: IP Address 46 46 46 47 47 Wireless-B Media Adapter Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-B Media Adapter. [. . . ] If the number is too low, consider moving your wireless access point or router closer to the Adapter. If the Signal Strength percentage continuously displays as 0%, go to "Problem #7: On the TV, the Signal Strength is 0%. What should I do?" · If you are using a wired connection, use the TV setup to make sure the Adapter's network settings are correct. Refer to the "Using the TV Setup" section of "Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Adapter to Your TV and Stereo. " · Reboot your PC. · Make sure the Adapter Utility's icon appears in the system tray of your PC's taskbar. If you do not see the icon, go to "Problem #8: I don't see the Utility's icon in the system tray of my PC's taskbar. On your host computer, go to the shared folders that you had selected using the Utility Wizard. Make sure they contain compatible music files (MP3 or WMA) and/or image files (JPG, BMP, GIF, or TIF). Follow these instructions until your problem is solved: Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions 32 Wireless-B Media Adapter · Press the Music button on the remote. Select the songs you want to play, and press the Play button on the remote. · Check the cable connections between the Adapter and the stereo or TV. · If you are using a wired configuration, check the other cable connections to make sure that both ends are securely plugged in. · If you are using a wireless configuration, check the wireless adapter in the host computer. Follow these instructions until your problem is solved: · Press the Pictures button on the remote. · Check the cable connections between the Adapter and the stereo or TV. · If you are using a wired configuration, check the other cable connections to make sure that both ends are securely plugged in. · If you are using a wireless configuration, check the wireless adapter in the host computer. If you pause a song, you cannot move to either the previous or next selection. (This applies only to wireless usage of the Adapter. ) Follow these instructions until your problem is solved: · Restart the Adapter. When the message, "Please Wait, " is displayed on your TV, press the Setup button on the remote. Make sure the Adapter's settings match your network's settings. For more information, refer to the "Using the TV Setup" section of "Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Adapter to Your TV and Stereo. " 4. [. . . ] End-users must be provided with specific operations for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Note: Dual antennas used for diversity operation are not considered co-located. Appendix J: Regulatory Information 58 Wireless-B Media Adapter INDUSTRY CANADA (CANADA) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations. [. . . ]