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802.11b
Wireless-B
Media Link for Music User Guide
WIRELESS
Model No.
WML11B/WMLS11B
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
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Welcome
What’s in this Guide?
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the
Wireless-B Music System
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Front Panel
Back Panel
Remote Controller
Speakers (Optional)
Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network
for Setup
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Overview
Connection to a Wired Network for Setup
Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
Overview
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Running the Setup Wizard
Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox
Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your
Audio System
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Overview
Connecting the Media Link to Its Speakers (Optional)
Connecting to the Media Link to Your Stereo
Connecting the Media Link to Your Network
Using the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link
Installing the Media Server Software
Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox
Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
Overview
LCD Menu Icons
Playlist Menu
Favorites Menu
Browse Menu
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Internet Radio Menu
Media Server Menu
Network Setup Menu
Network Status Menu
Update Radio List Menu
EQ Menu
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Login
Setup
Favorites
Password
Status
Help
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Common Problems and Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix B: Wireless Security
Security Precautions
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks
Appendix C: Planning Your Use of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
Overview
Using the Media Link as Part of Your Wireless Network
Using the Media Link as Part of Your Wired Network
Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware
Appendix E: Windows Help
Appendix F: Glossary
Appendix G: Specifications
Appendix H: Warranty Information
Appendix I: Regulatory Information
Appendix J: Contact Information
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: Media Link Front Panel
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Figure 2-2: Media Link Back Panel
Figure 2-3: Remote Controller
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Figure 2-4: Right Speaker Back Panel
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Figure 2-5: Left Speaker Back Panel
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Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable
Figure 3-2: Connect the Media Link’s Power
Figure 3-3: Insert the Base Plate
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Figure 4-1: Welcome Screen
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Figure 4-2: License Agreement Screen
Figure 4-3: Connection for Setup Screen
Figure 4-4: Media Link Selection Screen
Figure 4-5: Connection after Setup Screen
Figure 4-6: Basic Settings Screen
Figure 4-7: Basic Wireless Settings Screen
Figure 4-8: Wireless Security Settings Screen
Figure 4-9: Confirmation Screen
Figure 4-10: Media Services Screen
Figure 4-11: Congratulations Screen
Figure 4-12: Musicmatch Jukebox Icons
Figure 4-13: CD Lookup/Connectivity Tab
Figure 5-1: Connecting the Media Link to Its Speakers (WMLS11B only)
Figure 5-2: Attaching the Right Speaker
Figure 5-3: Connecting the RCA Cable to the Right Speaker
Figure 5-4: Connecting the Speakers
Figure 5-5: Connecting the Power Cord to the Right Speaker
Figure 5-6: Connecting the Media Link to Your Stereo
Figure 5-7: Connecting the RCA Cable to Your Stereo
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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
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Figure 5-15: SSID Screen
Figure 5-16: Network Type Screen
Figure 5-17: Encryption Screen
Figure 5-18: Site Survey Screen
Figure 5-19: TCP/IP Screen
Figure 5-20: IP Address Screen
Figure 5-21: Welcome Screen
Figure 5-22: Musicmatch Jukebox Icons
Figure 5-23: CD Lookup/Connectivity Tab
Figure 6-1: Main Menu Screen
Figure 6-2: Song Playing Screen
Figure 6-3: Wired Network
Figure 6-4: Wireless Network
Figure 6-5: No Network Signal
Figure 6-6: Music Track Playing
Figure 6-7: Music Track Paused
Figure 6-8: Mute Music Track
Figure 6-9: Shuffle Music Tracks
Figure 6-10: Repeat Music Track
Figure 6-11: Repeat All Music Tracks
Figure 6-12: Playlist Screen
Figure 6-13: Favorites Screen
Figure 6-14: Browse Screen
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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
Figure 6-26: IP Address Screen
Figure 6-27: Proxy Screen
Figure 6-28: Hostname Screen
Figure 6-29: Device Name Screen
Figure 6-30: Update Radio List Screen
Figure 6-31: EQ Screen
Figure 7-1: Password Screen
Figure 7-2: Setup Tab
Figure 7-3: Security Setting Screen
Figure 7-4: Favorites Tab
Figure 7-5: Password Tab
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Figure 7-6: Status Tab
Figure 7-7: Help Tab
Figure C-1: Example of a Wireless Network
Figure C-2: Example of a Wired Network
Figure D-1: Firmware Upgrade Screen
Figure D-2: Congratulations Screen
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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. And with the powered speakers included with the Wireless-B
Music System, you can hear your digital music collection wherever you don’t have a stereo, such as the patio or
kitchen.
How does the Media Link for Music do all of this? The Wireless-B Media Link for Music sits by your home stereo
and connects to it using standard audio cables. Then it connects to your home network by Wireless-B (802.11b)
networking, or if you prefer, it can be connected via standard 10/100 Ethernet cabling. Using the included remote
control and the user-friendly menus on the Media Link’s LCD screen, you can browse through the digital music
tracks by album, artist, genre, or playlist. Choose the music you want, and let the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
play it through your stereo system.
802.11b: an IEEE wireless networking
standard that specifies a maximum
data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an
operating frequency of 2.4GHz.
Ethernet: an IEEE standard network
protocol that specifies how data is
placed on and retrieved from a
common transmission medium.
Use the instructions in this Guide to help you integrate the Media Link for Music into your network. These
instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.
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Welcome
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What’s in this Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Media Link’s applications and this User Guide.
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music System
This chapter describes the physical features of the Media Link, its Remote Controller, and optional speakers.
Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Media Link to your network before you run the Setup Wizard.
Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
This chapter instructs you on how to use the Setup Wizard for setup and configuration of the Media Link. It
also explains how to configure the Media Server software on your PC, so you can send music files to the
Media Link.
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Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System
This chapter explains how to connect the Media Link to its speakers (optional) and/or your stereo system. If
you prefer to set up the Media Link using its LCD menus, without using a computer, then refer to this chapter.
Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
This chapter describes the menus available through the front panel LCD screen, so you can easily select
music tracks or Internet radio stations.
Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
This chapter describes the utility, which lets you designate your favorite Internet radio stations and change
the Media Link’s settings.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions,
regarding installation and use of the Media Link.
Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take to help
protect your wireless network.
Appendix C: Planning Your Use of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
This appendix explains how you can integrate the Wireless-B Media Link into your network.
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Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the Media Link’s firmware using its Firmware Upgrade Utility.
Appendix E: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.
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Appendix F: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
Appendix G: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Media Link.
Appendix H: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Media Link.
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.
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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. The arrow buttons enable you to navigate through the LCD menus.
(Up and Down) To the left of the LCD screen, the up and down arrow buttons allow you to scroll through a
menu. While music is playing, they also act as volume control buttons.
(Play/Pause)
To the right of the LCD screen, the left arrow/pause button allows you to play or pause a music
track.
(Stop)
The square button stops the playing of the selected music track.
(Left and Right) The left arrow button allows you to cancel a selection or move back through the menus. The
right arrow button allows you to make a selection or move forward through the menus.
(Power)
The power button allows you to power on and off the Media Link.
Figure 2-1: Media Link Front Panel
Back Panel
On the Media Link’s back panel, there is an inset that features six ports, a crossover (X-II) switch, and a Reset
button.
Power
The Power port is where you will connect the Media Link’s power adapter.
Speaker DC
The Speaker DC port is where you will connect the speaker power cord (WMLS11B only).
Figure 2-2: Media Link Back Panel
IMPORTANT: The only speaker you should connect to the Speaker DC port is the right speaker
included with the Wireless-B Music System (WMLS11B). Do not connect your own powered
speakers to the Media Link’s Speaker DC port; otherwise, the Media Link and your powered
speakers may be severely damaged.
Ethernet: an IEEE standard network protocol
that specifies how data is placed on and
retrieved from a common transmission
medium.
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TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/
Internet Protocol): a set of instructions PCs
use to communicate over a network.
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. If the Media Link is connected to a router or switch, then the switch should be in the
Parallel (II) position.
Infrastructure: a wireless network that is bridged
to a wired network via an access point.
Ethernet
The Ethernet port is where you will connect the Ethernet network cable.
The Digital Output port is where you will connect the optical cable.
Digital Output
2 CH Output
Reset
SSID: your wireless network’s name.
The 2 CH Output ports are where you will connect the left and right RCA audio cables.
The Reset button is what you will push if you need to reset the Media Link.
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy): a method of
encrypting data transmitted on a wireless
network for greater security.
NOTE: When you want to reset the Media Link to its factory default settings, which are listed below,
press the Reset button and hold it in for five seconds.
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TCP/IP setting: DHCP
mode setting: infrastructure
SSID: any
WEP encryption setting: disabled
Remote Controller
The Media Link includes a Remote Controller, a convenient way to control the Media LInk. Use it to navigate
through the menus and make selections on the front panel LCD screen.
Before using the Remote Controller, insert the included AAA batteries into the battery compartment. Make sure
you align the batteries according to the compartment’s diagram.
Here are descriptions of the remote’s various buttons:
Power
This turns the Media Link on or off.
It displays the main menu.
Menu
Playlist
Favorites
Browse
This displays the Playlist menu.
It displays the Favorites menu.
It displays the Browse menu.
Figure 2-3: Remote Controller
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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.
Play/Pause
Stop
It plays or pauses the selected music track.
This stops the playing of a music track.
Mute
Use these button to instantaneously silence the music track being played. Press it again to
restore the initial volume setting.
Previous
Forward
Next
Press this button to switch to a previous music track.
Press this button to go forward within the same music track.
Press this button to switch to the next music track.
Setup
Use this button to view the Network Setup screen. For more details, refer to “Chapter 5:
Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System.”
Server
iRadio
Repeat
Shuffle
Use this button to view the Media Server screen. For more details, refer to “Chapter 6: Using
the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.”
Use this button to view the Internet Radio screen. For more details, refer to “Chapter 6: Using
the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media LInk for Music.”
If you want to hear a music track played again, press this button. Press it again to repeat an
entire album or playlist.
Press this button to shuffle the playing order of selected music tracks, so they will play in a
random sequence.
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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.
CONNECT TO
Figure 2-4: Right Speaker Back Panel
LEFT SPEAKER The Connect to left speaker port is where you will connect the RCA speaker cable.
DC 12V
The DC 12V port is where you will connect the speaker power cord.
Left Speaker
On the back of the left speaker is one port.
CONNECT FROM
RIGHT SPEAKER The CONNECT FROM RIGHT SPEAKER port is where you will connect the RCA speaker cable.
Figure 2-5: Left Speaker Back Panel
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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.”
Connection to a Wired Network for Setup
1. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to an Ethernet (LAN) port on your PC, router, or switch.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the Ethernet port on the Media Link’s back panel.
3. If you have connected the Media Link to your PC, then move the Media Link’s crossover (X-II) switch to the
Crossover (X) position.
If you have connected the Media LInk to your router or switch, then move the crossover (X-II) switch to the
Parallel (II) position.
Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable
4. Plug the power adapter into the Media Link’s Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
5. The Media Link will automatically power on, and the green LED adjacent to the Ethernet port will light up.
Figure 3-2: Connect the Media Link’s Power
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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
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Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
Overview
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.”
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.”
When you run the Setup Wizard, you will be asked to install the Media Server software on your PC. You must
install this software so your PC can send music to the stereo via the Media Link.
Running the Setup Wizard
1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into your PC’s CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the
Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that appears,
enter D:\setup.exe (where “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive).
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Setup - Click the Setup button to begin the installation process.
Install Media Server- Click the Install Media Server button to install the Media Server on your PC. (You
will also be asked to install the Media Server at the end of the Setup Wizard.)
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Media Services- Click the Media Services button to sign up for a free trial of the Rhapsody subscription
service or visit vTuner’s website for more information. (The Media Services screen also appears during
the Setup Wizard.)
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User Guide - Click the User Guide button to open the PDF file of this User Guide.
Exit - Click the Exit button to exit the Setup Wizard.
Figure 4-1: Welcome Screen
2. To install the Media Link, click the Setup button on the Welcome screen.
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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. Then click
Next to continue.
Figure 4-2: License Agreement Screen
Figure 4-3: Connection for Setup Screen
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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. Then click Next.
6. On the screen shown in Figure 4-5, choose whether the Media Link will be connected to your wireless or
wired network AFTER you have configured it.
If you will connect the Media Link to your PC or access point/router wirelessly, then click the Yes button for
the Wireless network choice.
If you will connect the Media Link to your PC or router/switch using an Ethernet network cable, then click the
Yes button for the Wired network choice.
Click Next.
Figure 4-4: Media Link Selection Screen
NOTE: For more information, refer to “Appendix C: Planning Your Use of the Wireless-B Media Link
for Music.”
Figure 4-5: Connection after Setup Screen
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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. Enter a unique IP
Address that is in the range of IP addresses appropriate for your network. In the Subnet Mask, Default
Gateway, and DNS Server fields, enter the Subnet Mask, Default Gateway address, and DNS Server address of
your network; all devices on your network must use the same Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS
Server. You must specify an IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Server for the Media Link on
this screen if it will use a static IP address. Then click Next.
NOTE: If you set a static IP address on the Media Link, then you may also need to set a static IP
address on your PC. For instructions, refer to Windows Help.
Figure 4-6: Basic Settings Screen
Static IP address: a fixed address assigned to
a computer or device connected to a network.
8. If you will connect the Media Link to your PC or router using an Ethernet network cable AFTER configuration,
then go to step 10.
If you will connect the Media Link to your PC or router wirelessly AFTER configuration, then the Basic Wireless
Settings screen will appear.
The Mode setting shows a choice of two wireless modes. Select Infrastructure if you want the Media Link to
communicate using an access point or wireless router. Select Ad-Hoc if you want the Media Link to
communicate directly with a wireless PC.
In the SSID field, enter your wireless network’s SSID or name. This is the unique name shared by all devices in
a wireless network. The SSID is case-sensitive and should have 32 characters or fewer.
If your network uses WEP encryption, select Enable. If not, select Disable, and go to step 10.
Click Next.
Figure 4-7: Basic Wireless Settings Screen
Ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices
communicating directly to each other (peer-to-
peer) without the use of an access point.
Infrastructure: configuration in which a
wireless network is bridged to a wired network
via an access point.
SSID: your wireless network’s name.
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9. The Wireless Security Settings screen will appear next. Select a level of WEP encryption, 64-bit or 128-bit.
Enter a Passphrase, and click the Generate button to generate a WEP key. If you want to enter the WEP key
manually, then complete the KEY #1 field. (The Media Link’s WEP settings must match the WEP settings of
your existing wireless network.) Click Next to continue.
Passphrase - Instead of manually entering a WEP key, you can enter a Passphrase, so a WEP key will be
automatically generated when you click the 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. If you prefer to enter the WEP key manually, then complete this field. If you are using 64-bit
WEP encryption, then the key must consist of exactly 10 hexadecimal characters. If you are using 128-bit
WEP encryption, then the key must consist of exactly 26 hexadecimal characters. Valid hexadecimal
characters are “0”-“9” and “A”-“F”.
Figure 4-8: Wireless Security Settings Screen
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy): a method
of encrypting data transmitted on a wireless
network for greater security.
10. Review your settings on the Confirmation screen before you save them. Click Save to continue. To change
your settings, click Back. To exit the Setup Wizard without saving your changes, click Exit without Saving
Changes.
Passphrase: used much like a password, a
passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption
process by automatically generating the WEP
encryption for Linksys products.
Figure 4-9: Confirmation Screen
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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.
The Media Link offers built-in support of vTuner, which is a program that allows you to find and listen to radio
and TV broadcasts over the Internet. For more information, click the vTuner Information button.
Click Finish to continue.
12. The Congratulations screen will appear. The Wireless-B Media Link for Music is now properly configured.
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).
Musicmatch Jukebox also organizes the music tracks and creates playlists, so you can easily find the songs
you want to play. To install the software, click Install Media Server, and follow the on-screen instructions. If
you have already installed this software, click Exit.
Figure 4-10: Media Services Screen
NOTE: If the computer running Musicmatch Jukebox goes into Sleep mode, then you will not be able
to use the Media Link. To prevent Sleep mode:
1. Click the Start button.
2. Depending on the type of Windows operating system you are using, click Control Panel or click
Settings and then Control Panel.
3. Depending on the type of Windows operating system, either double-click Power Options, or
click Performance and Maintenance and then Power Options.
4. On the Power Schemes screen, select Never for the System standby and System hibernate
settings.
5. Click the OK button.
Proceed to the “Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox” section.
Figure 4-11: Congratulations Screen
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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.
Figure 4-12: Musicmatch Jukebox Icons
To enable communication between Musicmatch Jukebox and the Media Link, follow these instructions:
1. Click the Options menu.
2. Click Settings.
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 to save your changes.
For information on how to use Musicmatch Jukebox, visit www.musicmatch.com, or click the Help menu of the
software program.
NOTE: If you want to send music to the Media Link from multiple computers, you have two options:
You can install Musicmatch Jukebox on multiple computers, so you can switch between Media
Servers when you want to send music to the Media Link from a different computer; or
You can install Musicmatch Jukebox on one computer and use shared drives on the network, so the
music files can be accessed through the computer running Musicmatch Jukebox.
Proceed to “Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System.”
Figure 4-13: CD Lookup/Connectivity Tab
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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” section.
Connecting the Media Link to Its Speakers (Optional)
Follow the instructions in this section to make the connections shown in Figure 5-1. (The connection to the
desktop PC will be made only if the Media Link will work as part of your wired network.)
Figure 5-1: Connecting the Media Link to Its Speakers (WMLS11B only)
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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. Unplug the Ethernet network cable from the Media Link’s Ethernet port and the Ethernet port of your PC,
router, or switch.
4. Move the Media Link to the room where you want to hear music playing.
Figure 5-2: Attaching the Right Speaker
5. Line up the pegs of the right speaker with the mounting holes on the right side of the Media Link, and insert
the pegs. Then slide the right speaker down until the pegs fit into the bottom of the mounting holes.
Do the same for the left speaker.
6. Connect the color-coded RCA audio cable to the Media Link’s 2 CH Output (left and right) ports.
Then connect the other end to the right speaker’s INPUT (left and right) ports.
7. Connect the RCA speaker cable to the right speaker’s CONNECT TO LEFT SPEAKER port.
Figure 5-3: Connecting the RCA Cable to the Right Speaker
Then connect the other end to the left speaker’s CONNECT FROM RIGHT SPEAKER port.
8. Connect the speaker power cord to the Media LInk’s Speaker DC port.
Then connect the other end to the right speaker’s DC 12V port.
Proceed to the “Connecting the Media Link to Your Network” section.
Figure 5-4: Connecting the Speakers
Figure 5-5: Connecting the Power Cord to the Right Speaker
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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. 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. Unplug the Ethernet network cable from the Media Link’s Ethernet port and the Ethernet port of your PC,
router, or switch.
4. Move the Media Link to the stereo.
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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. Then connect the other end to your stereo’s digital input.
NOTE: If you have already connected the Media Link to its speakers and you also want to connect it
to your stereo, then you must use the Media Link’s Digital Output port for connection to your stereo.
Figure 5-8: Connecting the Optical Cable to Your Stereo
6. Select the stereo input that the Media Link will use.
Proceed to the “Connecting the Media Link to Your Network” section.
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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.
If you have connected the Media Link to your PC, then move the Media Link’s crossover (X-II) switch to the
Crossover (X) position.
If you have connected the Media LInk to your router or switch, then move the crossover (X-II) switch to the
Parallel (II) position.
2. Plug the power adapter into the Media Link’s Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
3. If you haven’t already done so, insert the included AAA batteries into the Remote Controller.
4. If you did not run the Setup Wizard, then proceed to the “Using the LCD Menus to Set up the Media LInk”
section.
If you used the Setup Wizard, then the Media Link will automatically find the computer running the Media
Server software, Musicmatch Jukebox.
Figure 5-9: Connect the Power
5. If the Media Link connects to your wireless network, the Wireless Network icon will appear on the LCD
screen.
If the Media Link connects to your wired network, the Wired Network icon will appear on the LCD screen.
6. Use the arrow and Select buttons on the remote to select music tracks.
Figure 5-10: Wireless Network Icon
Figure 5-11: Wired Network Icon
NOTE: To navigate the menus of the LCD screen, use the directional arrows on the remote or the
Media Link’s front panel. Press the Select or right arrow button to make a selection. Press the right
arrow button to save any changes. Press the Menu button to access the main menu at any time.
If you have already set up the Media Link using the Setup Wizard, then proceed to “Chapter 6: Using the
LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.”
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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.”
To navigate the menus of the LCD screen, use the directional arrows on the remote or the Media Link’s front
panel. Press the Select or right arrow button to make a selection. Press the right arrow button to save any
changes. Press the left arrow button to cancel any selection or changes. Press the Menu button to access the
main menu at any time.
To set up the Media Link directly from the front panel, follow these instructions:
1. On the LCD screen, select Network Setup.
2. You will see these choices: Change to wired (network), Device Name, Wireless (settings), TCP/IP (settings),
and Proxy (settings). Depending on the configuration of your network, follow the instructions in the
appropriate section.
NOTE: Every time you want to save a new setting, you must press the right arrow button on the
remote or front panel. Then the Media Link will save the setting and restart itself.
Change to wired
Figure 5-12: Main Menu Screen
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. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Device Name
If you want to change the Media Link’s Device Name, select Device Name. Use the arrow keys to scroll through
the uppercase alphabet, lowercase alphabet, numbers, and punctuation. To make a selection, press the Select
button. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 5-13: Network Setup Screen
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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. To make a selection,
press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to
cancel your change.
Figure 5-14: Wireless Screen
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, [*]. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow
button to cancel your change.
Figure 5-15: SSID Screen
SSID: your wireless network’s name.
Figure 5-16: Network Type Screen
Ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices
communicating directly with each other (peer-
to-peer) without the use of an access point.
Infrastructure: configuration in which a
wireless network is bridged to a wired network
via an access point.
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Encryption
If you want to change the Media Link’s encryption settings, select Encryption. You will see four choices: WEP
(Wired Equivalent Privacy), Key Entry Method, Key Size, and Key.
WEP - To enable or disable WEP encryption, select WEP. To enable WEP encryption, select Enable. To disable WEP
encryption, select Disable. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow
button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Key Entry Method - To change how you want to enter the WEP key, select Key Entry Method. If you want to enter
a passphrase to generate a WEP key, select ASCII. If you want to enter the WEP key using hexadecimal
characters, select HEX. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow button to
save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 5-17: Encryption Screen
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy): a method
of encrypting data transmitted on a wireless
network for greater security.
Key Size - To change the size of the WEP key, select Key Size. If you want to use a 64-bit key, select 64. If you
want to use a 128-bit key, select 128. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right
arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Passphrase: used much like a password, a
passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption
process by automatically generating the WEP
encryption for Linksys products.
Key - To change the passphrase or WEP key, select Key. Enter the passphrase (ASCII characters) or WEP key
(hexadecimal characters) in this field. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the available ASCII or hexadecimal
characters. To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting.
Press the left arrow button to cancel your change. If you are entering hexadecimal characters, make sure you
enter the exact number of hexadecimal characters requested on the Key screen.
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.
TCP/IP
Figure 5-18: Site Survey Screen
To change the Media Link’s TCP/IP settings, select TCP/IP. You will see up to six choices: DHCP, IP Address, Subnet
Mask, Gateway, DNS Server 1, and DNS Server 2.
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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. If the Media Link needs a static
IP address, then select Disable. You will need to configure the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and at least
one of the DNS Server settings.
Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting.
Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 5-19: TCP/IP Screen
IP Address
To change the Media Link’s static IP address, select IP Address. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the
numbers 0-9 and punctuation (a period). To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow
button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Subnet Mask
To change the Media Link’s subnet mask, select Subnet Mask. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the numbers
0-9 and punctuation (a period). To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save
your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Gateway
Figure 5-20: IP Address Screen
To change the Media Link’s gateway, select Gateway. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the numbers 0-9 and
punctuation (a period). To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save your
new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Static IP address: a fixed address assigned to
a computer or device connected to a network.
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. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left
arrow button to cancel your change.
For information about the other LCD menus, refer to “Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media
LInk for Music.”
After you have finished configuring the Media Link’s network settings, proceed to the next section,
“Installing the Media Server Software.”
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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). Musicmatch
Jukebox also organizes the music tracks and creates playlists, so you can easily find the songs you want to play.
To install the software, follow these instructions:
1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into your PC’s CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the
Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that appears,
enter D:\setup.exe (where “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive).
2. Click Install Media Server, and follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: If the computer running Musicmatch Jukebox goes into Sleep mode, then you will not be able
Figure 5-21: Welcome Screen
to use the Media Link. To prevent Sleep mode:
1. Click the Start button and Control Panel.
2. Depending on the type of Windows operating system you are using, click Control Panel or click
Settings and then Control Panel.
3. Depending on the type of Windows operating system, either double-click Power Options, or
click Performance and Maintenance and then Power Options.
4. On the Power Schemes screen, select Never for the System standby and System hibernate
settings.
5. Click the OK button.
Proceed to the “Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox” section.
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:
Figure 5-22: Musicmatch Jukebox Icons
1. Click the Options menu.
2. Click Settings.
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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.
NOTE: If you want to send music to the Media Link from multiple computers, you have two options:
You can install Musicmatch Jukebox on multiple computers, so you can switch between Media
Servers when you want to send music to the Media Link from a different computer; or
You can install Musicmatch Jukebox on one computer and use shared drives on the network, so the
music files can be accessed through the one computer.
Proceed to “Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.”
Figure 5-23: CD Lookup/Connectivity Tab
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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.
After you have set up the Media Link and connected it to your stereo, the main menu will appear (see Figure 6-1).
It has nine choices:
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•
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•
•
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Playlists
Favorites
Browse
Internet Radio
Media Servers
Network Setup
Network Status
Update Radio List
EQ
If you haven’t already done so, insert the included AAA batteries into the Remote Controller.
To navigate the menus of the LCD screen, use the directional arrows on the remote or the Media Link’s front
panel. Press the Select or right arrow button to make a selection. Press the right arrow button to save any
changes. Press the left arrow button to cancel any selection or changes. Press the Menu button to access the
main menu at any time.
Figure 6-1: Main Menu Screen
As a music track plays, the screen shown in Figure 6-2 will be displayed on the LCD screen. It shows information
about the music track, such as playlist title, song title, artist, and/or album title. At the bottom of the screen, it
also shows how much of the song has been played and how long the song is.
Use the Play/Pause and Stop buttons on the remote to control music playback. Use the Forward and Backward
buttons to move forward or go backward within a music track. Use the Previous and Next buttons to move
between music tracks.
Figure 6-2: Song Playing Screen
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LCD Menu Icons
Figure 6-3: Wired Network
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:
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Wired Network - The Media Link is functioning as part of your wired network.
Wireless Network - The Media Link is functioning as part of your wireless network.
No Network Signal - The Media Link is not receiving a signal from any network.
Music Track Playing - The Media Link is playing the selected music track.
Music Track Paused - You have paused the selected music track.
Figure 6-4: Wireless Network
Figure 6-5: No Network Signal
Mute Music Track - You have silenced the music track that is currently playing.
Shuffle Music Tracks - The selected music tracks are playing in a random sequence.
Repeat Music Track - You are re-playing the selected music track.
Figure 6-6: Music Track Playing
Figure 6-7: Music Track Paused
Repeat All Music Tracks - You are re-playing all of the selected music tracks.
Figure 6-8: Mute Music Track
Figure 6-9: Shuffle Music Tracks
Figure 6-10: Repeat Music Track
Figure 6-11: Repeat All Music Tracks
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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.
Favorites Menu
The Favorites menu will list your favorites. Select the radio station you want, and press the right arrow button.
Figure 6-12: Playlist Screen
To designate your favorite radio station, scroll to Internet Radio, and select the radio station you want. Press the
Select button, and select Add to Favorites. Then press the Select button again. If you already know the URL for
your favorite radio station, use the Media Link’s Web-based Utility to add up to 20 favorites. Refer to “Chapter 7:
Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.”
Browse Menu
The Browse menu offers seven choices: Albums, All Tracks, Artists, Artists/Albums, Genres, Genres/Artists, and
Playlists. Press the right arrow button to make a selection. As you browse, you will see additional screens with
more choices. Select the song you want, and press the right arrow button.
Albums
The Albums screen lets you select the music you want to play according to album.
Figure 6-13: Favorites Screen
All Tracks
Select All Tracks to play every track in your digital music library.
Artists, Artists/Albums, Genres, Genres/Artists
If you want to play all the songs by a certain artist, select Artists. To browse by Artist and Album title, select
Artists/Albums. To play all the songs of a certain genre, such as jazz or classical, select Genres. To browse by
Genre and Artist, select Genres/Artists.
Playlists
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.
Figure 6-14: Browse Screen
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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.
Genres
You have an extensive list of genres available, from the Blues to News Talk to World Tropical. ress the right
P
arrow button to make a selection. As you proceed with your browsing, you will see additional screens offering the
available choices. When you have selected the Internet radio station you want, then press the right arrow button.
Figure 6-15: Internet Radio Screen
Countries
You can select from an extensive list of countries, from Antigua to Italy to Thailand. ress the right arrow button
P
to make a selection. As you proceed with your browsing, you will see additional screens offering the available
choices. When you have selected the Internet radio station you want, then press the right arrow button.
All Stations
Scroll through the list of all Internet radio stations. When you have selected the Internet radio station you want,
press the right arrow button.
Media Server Menu
Figure 6-16: Media Server Screen
You can play music from any computer that has the Media Server installed (refer to “Chapter 4: Setting up the
Wireless-B Media Link for Music”). To play music located on a different computer, use the Media Server menu to
switch between computers.
When you select the Media Server menu, you will see a list of servers available on your network. “MM” denotes a
Musicmatch server, while “RM” denotes a Rhapsody music server.
selection.
Press the right arrow button to make a
Network Setup Menu
If you want to set up the Media Link without using a computer, then use the Network Setup menu.
Figure 6-17: Network Setup Screen
After you have selected the Network Setup menu, you will see these choices: Change to wired (network), Device
Name, Wireless (settings), TCP/IP (settings), and Proxy (settings).
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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. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Device Name
If you want to change the Media Link’s Device Name, select Device Name. Use the arrow keys to scroll through
the uppercase alphabet, lowercase alphabet, numbers, and punctuation. To make a selection, press the Select
button. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 6-18: Device Name Screen
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. To make a selection,
press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to
cancel your change.
Figure 6-19: Wireless Screen
NOTE: Every time you want to save a new setting, you must press the right arrow button on the
remote or front panel. Then the Media Link will save the setting and restart itself.
Figure 6-20: SSID Screen
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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, [*]. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow
button to cancel your change.
Encryption
If you want to change the Media Link’s encryption settings, select Encryption. You will see four choices: WEP
(Wired Equivalent Privacy), Key Entry Method, Key Size, and Key.
Figure 6-21: Network Type Screen
WEP - To enable or disable WEP encryption, select WEP. To enable WEP encryption, select Enable. To disable WEP
encryption, select Disable. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow
button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Key Entry Method - To change how you want to enter the WEP key, select Key Entry Method. If you want to enter
a passphrase to generate a WEP key, select ASCII. If you want to enter the WEP key using hexadecimal
characters, select HEX. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow button to
save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Key Size - To change the size of the WEP key, select Key Size. If you want to use a 64-bit key, select 64. If you
want to use a 128-bit key, select 128. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right
arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 6-22: Encryption Screen
Key - To change the passphrase or WEP key, select Key. Enter the passphrase (ASCII characters) or WEP key
(hexadecimal characters) in this field. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the available ASCII or hexadecimal
characters. To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting.
Press the left arrow button to cancel your change. If you are entering hexadecimal characters, make sure you
enter the exact number of hexadecimal characters requested on the Key screen.
NOTE: Every time you want to save a new setting, you must press the right arrow button on the
remote or front panel. Then the Media Link will save the setting and restart itself.
Figure 6-23: Key Screen
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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.
TCP/IP
To change the Media Link’s TCP/IP settings, select TCP/IP. You will see up to six choices: DHCP, IP Address,
Subnet Mask, Gateway, DNS Server 1, and DNS Server 2.
Figure 6-24: Site Survey Screen
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. If the Media Link needs a static IP address, then select Disable. You will need to
configure the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and at least one of the DNS Server settings.
Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting.
Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
IP Address
To change the Media Link’s static IP address, select IP Address. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the
numbers 0-9 and punctuation (a period). To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow
button to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 6-25: TCP/IP Screen
Subnet Mask
To change the Media Link’s subnet mask, select Subnet Mask. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the numbers
0-9 and punctuation (a period). To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save
your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Gateway
To change the Media Link’s gateway, select Gateway. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the numbers 0-9 and
punctuation (a period). To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save your
new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 6-26: IP Address Screen
NOTE: Every time you want to save a new setting, you must press the right arrow button on the
remote or front panel. Then the Media Link will save the setting and restart itself.
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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. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left
arrow button to cancel your change.
Proxy
If you have a proxy server on your network, configure the Media Link’s proxy settings using this menu. You will
see three choices: Proxy Server, Hostname, and Port.
Proxy Server
If you want to change the Media Link’s Proxy Server setting, select Proxy Server. If you want to use the Proxy
Server feature, select Enable. If you do not want to use this feature, select Disable. To make a selection, press
the Select button. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow button to save
your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 6-27: Proxy Screen
Hostname
To change the Media Link’s Hostname setting, select Hostname. Enter the URL or IP address of the host. Use the
arrow keys to scroll through the uppercase alphabet, lowercase alphabet, numbers, and available punctuation (a
period). To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting.
Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Port
To change the port number that the proxy server is using, select Port. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the
numbers 0-9. To make a selection, press the Select button. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting.
Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 6-28: Hostname Screen
NOTE: Every time you want to save a new setting, you must press the right arrow button on the
remote or front panel. Then the Media Link will save the setting and restart itself.
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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.
Update Radio List Menu
Figure 6-29: Device Name Screen
The Media Link uses vTuner to find radio and TV broadcasts over the Internet. To update the Media Link’s list of
radio stations, use this menu. You will see three choices: Radio List Version, Automatic Update, and Manual
Update.
Radio List Version
To view the version number of your radio list, select Radio List Version.
Automatic Update
If you want the Media Link to automatically update the radio list, select Enable. If you do not want automatic
updates, select Disable. Your selection will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow button
to save your new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
Figure 6-30: Update Radio List Screen
Manual Update
To manually update the radio list, select Start Update? on this screen. Press the right arrow button to save your
new setting. Press the left arrow button to cancel your change.
EQ Menu
To set the Media LInk’s equalizer setting, use this menu. You will see six choices: Flat, Classical, Acoustic, Jazz,
Rock, and Pop. Scroll down the menu to select the setting that best suits your musical sensibility. Your selection
will be denoted by a bracketed asterisk, [*]. Press the right arrow button to save your new setting. Press the left
arrow button to cancel your change.
You may also change the Media Link’s settings using its Web-based Utility. If so, refer to
“Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music.”
Figure 6-31: EQ Screen
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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. This chapter explains how to use the Utility.
Login
1. Open your web browser, and enter the IP address of the Wireless-B Media Link.Press the Enter key, and the
screen shown in Figure 7-1 will appear. In lowercase letters, enter the default password, admin, in the
Password field. Click the OK button. You can set a new password on the Password screen later.
NOTE: If you do not know the Media Link’s IP address, select Network Status on the LCD screen.
Then scroll down the menu and select IP Address. The Media LInk’s IP address will be displayed on
this screen.
Figure 7-1: Password Screen
2. The Utility’s Setup screen, shown in Figure 7-2, will appear.
The Utility provides a convenient, web-browser-based way to alter the Media Link’s settings and designate
your favorite radio stations. It offers five main tabs:
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Setup - Enables you to configure the IP address and wireless settings.
Favorites - Lets you add up to 20 Internet radio stations to the Media Link’s Favorites menu.
Password - Allows you to change the password or reset all settings to factory defaults.
Status - Displays the Media Link’s current settings.
Help - Provides explanations of various configuration settings and links to online technical support resources.
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Setup
The Setup screen lets you configure the wired and wireless network settings for the Media Link.
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Firmware - The version number of the Media Link’s firmware is displayed here. Firmware should be upgraded
ONLY if you experience problems with the Media Link. Firmware updates are posted at
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MAC Address - The MAC Address of the Media Link is displayed here.
LAN
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Device Name - You may assign any name to the Media Link. Unique, memorable names are helpful, especially
if you are using multiple Media Links on the same wireless network.
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Configuration Type - If the Media Link will obtain an IP address automatically from a DHCP server, such as a
router, then select Automatic Configuration-DHCP.
If you are assigning the Media Link a static IP address, select Static IP Address. Then enter a unique IP
Address in the IP Address field. Enter the Subnet Mask, Gateway address, and DNS address of your network in
the Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS fields. (You must enter at least one DNS address.)
Wireless
Figure 7-2: Setup Tab
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SSID - The SSID is the network name shared among all devices in a wireless network. The SSID must be
identical for all devices in the wireless network. It is case-sensitive and must not exceed 32 alphanumeric
characters, which may be any keyboard character (do not use any spaces). Make sure this setting is the same
for all devices in your wireless network. 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.
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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. Select Ad-Hoc button if you want
multiple wireless-equipped devices to communicate directly with each other.
Security - If your network uses WEP encryption, select Enable, and click the Apply button. Then click Edit
Security Settings. To disable WEP encryption, select Disable.
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If you clicked the Edit Security Settings button, then the Security Setting screen will appear. From the
Wireless Encryption Level drop-down menu, select a level of encryption, 64Bit or 128Bit.
Enter a Passphrase and click the Generate key to automatically generate WEP keys. If you prefer to manually
enter WEP key(s), then complete the WEP Key 1-4 fields. From the Active Key drop-down menu, make a
selection that specifies which WEP key to use for encryption.
Click the Apply button to save your changes. Click the Undo button to cancel your changes and return to the
Setup screen. Click the Clear button to clear all your changes.
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Wireless Encryption Level - In order to use WEP encryption, select 64Bit or 128Bit.
Passphrase - Instead of manually entering WEP keys, you can enter a Passphrase. This Passphrase is
used to generate one or more WEP keys. It is case-sensitive and should have no more than 16
alphanumeric characters. (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).
Figure 7-3: Security Setting Screen
NOTE: Make sure that your encryption settings
match the encryption settings of your wireless
network. Otherwise, the connection will fail.
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Active Key - Select which WEP key (1-4) will be used when the Media Link sends data. Make sure the
other wireless-equipped devices are using the same key.
WEP Keys 1-4 - If you are not using a Passphrase, then you can enter one or more WEP keys manually. In
each key field, manually enter a set of values. (Do not leave a key field blank, and do not enter all zeroes.
These are not valid key values.) If you are using 64-bit WEP encryption, then each key must consist of
exactly 10 hexadecimal characters in length. If you are using 128-bit WEP encryption, then each key must
consist of exactly 26 hexadecimal characters in length. Valid hexadecimal characters are “0”-“9” and
“A”-“F”.
To save your changes, click the Apply button. Click the Cancel button to cancel your changes. Click the Help
button for additional on-screen information.
NOTE: After you click the Apply button, the Media Link will restart itself to save the new settings.
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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).
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Station Name - You may assign any name to this radio station. A unique, memorable name is helpful,
especially if you are specifying several favorites.
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Station URL - Enter the radio station’s URL or IP address in this field.
To save your changes, click the Apply button. Click the Cancel button to cancel your changes. Click the Help
button for additional on-screen information.
NOTE: After you click the Apply button, the Media Link will restart itself to save the new settings.
Figure 7-4: Favorites Tab
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Password
The Password screen lets you change the Media Link’s Password or restore the factory default settings.
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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. The new Password must not exceed 12
characters in length and must not include any spaces. Enter the new Password a second time to confirm it.
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Restore Factory Defaults - Click the Yes radio button to reset all configuration settings to their default values
(all custom settings will be lost). If you do not want to restore the factory defaults, then keep the default
setting, No.
To save your changes, click the Apply button. Click the Cancel button to cancel your changes. Click the Help
button for additional on-screen information.
Figure 7-5: Password Tab
NOTE: After you click the Apply button, the Media Link will restart itself to save the new settings.
IMPORTANT: Any settings you have saved will be
lost if the default settings are restored.
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Status
The Status screen displayed the Media Link’s current status and settings. All information is read-only.
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Device Name - The name you have assigned to the Media Link is displayed here.
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.”
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MAC Address - The MAC Address of the Media Link is displayed here.
LAN Settings
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IP Address - The Media Link’s IP Address is displayed here.
Subnet Mask - The Media Link’s Subnet Mask is displayed here.
Gateway - The Gateway address for the Media Link is displayed here.
DNS 1 - This is the first DNS address you entered for the Media Link.
DNS 2 - This is the second DNS address you entered for the Media Link.
Figure 7-6: Status Tab
Wireless
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SSID - The Media Link’s SSID or network name is displayed here.
Network Type - The Media Link’s mode is displayed here.
Channel - The Media Link’s channel setting is displayed here.
WEP Encryption Status - The status of the Media Link’s encryption setting is displayed here.
TX Rate - The Media Link’s transmission rate is displayed here. If the TX Rate is shown as Auto, then the
Media Link automatically seeks the highest transmission rate possible at any time.
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Link Quality - The quality of the Media Link’s wireless connection is displayed here.
Click the Refresh button to obtain the most up-to-date information. Click the Help button for additional on-screen
information.
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Help
The Help screen offers links to all of the help information for the Web-based Utility’s screens and the Media Link’s
online technical support resources (all information is read-only). If you want to upgrade the Media Link’s
firmware, refer to “Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware.”
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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
view the pdf. If you do not have the Reader, click the Adobe Website link to download it.
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Adobe Website (software for viewing PDF documents) - If you need to download the Adobe Acrobat Reader to
view the User Guide pdf, then click the Adobe Website link.
Figure 7-7: Help Tab
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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
Common Problems and Solutions
1. The Media Link cannot find the Media Server on the network. What should I do?
Follow these instructions until your problem is solved:
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Make sure the Media Link’s network settings are correct. For instructions on how to view the Media Link’s
status information, refer to “Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for Music” or
“Chapter 6: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link.”
In Musicmatch Jukebox, click the Options menu. Select Settings, and then select the CD
Lookup/Connectivity tab. Make sure the checkboxes next to Enable Music Server and Universal Plug and
Play are checked.
Make sure your network is operating properly.
2. I don’t hear any music from my speakers (WMLS11B only).
Follow these instructions until your problem is solved:
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Make sure the speaker power cord is securely connected to the Media Link’s Speaker DC port and the
right speaker’s DC 12V port. For more information, refer to “Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media
Link for Music to Your Audio System.”
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Make sure the colored-coded RCA audio cable is securely connected to the Media Link’s 2CH Output ports
and the right speaker’s INPUT ports. Then make sure the RCA speaker cable linking the two speakers is
secure.
3. When I listen to music, I hear too much bass/midrange/treble. How can I make adjustments?
Adjust the equalizer (EQ) settings. The Media Link offers six preset EQ settings. Select the one that best suits
your musical sensibility.
4. The Media Link’s LCD screen is displaying the Wired Network icon, but I want to use the Media LInk
on my wireless network.
Unplug the Ethernet network cable from the Media Link’s Ethernet port. On the LCD screen, scroll down to
Network Setup, and select it. Then select Change to wireless and press the right arrow button. The Media
LInk will restart itself and operate in its wireless mode.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set my favorite Internet radio stations?
You have two ways to set your favorite radio stations.
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Using the Media Link’s LCD screen, scroll down to Internet Radio. Select the radio station you would like to set
as your favorite. Press the Select button on the remote, and select Add to Favorites. Then press the Select
button again.
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If you already know the URL for the station you would like to play, access the Media Link’s Web-based Utility.
Click the Favorites tab. Enter the station’s name and URL. Click the Apply button to save your changes. The
Media Link will restart itself after you click the Apply button. If it does not restart automatically, power the
Media Link off and back on again. Refer to “Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media
Link for Music” for more information.
What kind of Internet radio stations does the Media LInk support?
The Media LInk currently supports only Internet radio stations that broadcast via MP3 streaming. The Media LInk
will not play stations that broadcast via Windows Media Audio or Real Audio.
Can I have more than one Media Server on my network?
Yes. You can install the Media Server software on multiple computers; however, the Media LInk can only connect
to one Media Server at a time. You can switch to a different Media Server using the LCD screen. Scroll down to
Media Server, and press the right arrow button. Then select the Media Server you want to use.
Can I use the digital output to play music streamed from the Rhapsody service?
No. Music streamed from Rhapsody will not play from the digital output. In its music stream, Rhapsody embeds
Digital Content Management information that the Media Link cannot interpret.
I have my own speakers. Can I use them with the Media Link?
Yes, if they are powered speakers. The Media Link’s RCA outputs are pre-amp outputs, so they have to be
connected to an amplified source. The Media Link will not work with non-powered speakers.
What is the IEEE 802.11b standard?
It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. The 802.11b standard allows wireless networking hardware
from different manufacturers to communicate, provided that the hardware complies with the 802.11b standard.
The 802.11b standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.
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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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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. So, keep the following in mind whenever you are setting up or using your wireless network.
Security Precautions
The following is a complete list of security precautions to take (at least steps 1 through 5 should be followed):
1. Change the default SSID.
2. Disable SSID Broadcast.
3. Change the default password for the Administrator account.
4. Enable MAC Address Filtering.
NOTE: Some of these security features are
available only through the network router or
access point. Refer to the router or access
point’s documentation for more information.
5. Change the SSID periodically.
6. Enable WEP 128-bit Encryption. Please note that this may reduce your network performance.
7. Change the WEP encryption keys periodically.
For information on implementing these security features, refer to “Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media
Link for Music.”
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks
Wireless networks are easy to find. Hackers know that in order to join a wireless network, wireless networking
products first listen for “beacon messages”. These messages can be easily decrypted and contain much of the
network’s information, such as the network’s SSID (Service Set Identifier). Here are the steps you can take:
Change the administrator’s password regularly. With every wireless networking device you use, keep in mind
that network settings (SSID, WEP keys, etc.) are stored in its firmware. Your network administrator is the only
person who can change network settings. If a hacker gets a hold of the administrator’s password, he, too, can
change those settings. So, make it harder for a hacker to get that information. Change the administrator’s
password regularly.
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SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID:
1. Disable Broadcast
2. Make it unique
3. Change it often
Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID. While this option may be
more convenient, it allows anyone to log into your wireless network. 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.
Change your SSID regularly so that any hackers who have gained access to your wireless network will have start
from the beginning in trying to break in.
MAC Addresses. Enable MAC Address filtering. MAC Address filtering will allow you to provide access to only
those wireless nodes with certain MAC Addresses. This makes it harder for a hacker to access your network with
a random MAC Address.
WEP Encryption. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is often looked upon as a panacea for wireless security
concerns. This is overstating WEP’s ability. Again, this can only provide enough security to make a hacker’s job
more difficult.
There are several ways that WEP can be maximized:
1. Use the highest level of encryption possible
2. Use “Shared” Key authentication
3. Use multiple WEP keys
IMPORTANT: Always remember that each
device in your wireless network MUST use
the same encryption method and encryption
key or your wireless network will not function
properly.
4. Change your WEP key regularly
Implementing encryption may have a negative impact on your network’s performance. If you are transmitting
sensitive data over your network, encryption should be used.
These security recommendations should help keep your mind at ease while you are enjoying the most flexible
and convenient technology Linksys has to offer.
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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. This information is necessary for the proper setup and configuration of the Media Link.
Using the Media Link as Part of Your Wireless Network
If the Media Link connects directly to a wireless-equipped computer, or the Media Link connects via an access
point or wireless router (see Figure C-1), then the Media Link is part of your wireless network. If any part of the
connection to the Media Link is wireless, then the overall connection will be considered wireless.
Computer
Wireless Access
Point or Router
(optional)
Wireless-BMedia
Link for Music
Using the Media Link as Part of Your Wired Network
If the Media Link connects directly to your wired computer, or the Media Link connects via a wired router or
switch (see Figure C-2), then the Media Link is part of your wired network. Within a wired network, the devices
are connected with Ethernet network cables.
Figure C-1: Example of a Wireless Network
Router or Switch
(optional)
Wireless-BMedia
Link for Music
Computer
Figure C-2: Example of a Wired Network
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Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware
You can use the Wireless-B Media LInk Firmware Upgrade Utility to upgrade the firmware; however, firmware
should be upgraded ONLY if you experience problems with the Media LInk.
NOTE: If you upgrade the Media Link’s firmware,
you may lose its configuration settings.
To upgrade the Bridge’s firmware, follow these instructions:
2. Click the Products tab and select the appropriate product category.
3. Select the Wireless-B Media Link.
4. Download its firmware upgrade file, and extract it on your PC.
5. Connect an Ethernet network cable to the Media Link’s Ethernet port, and connect the other end to your PC.
NOTE: You must use an Ethernet network connection when you upgrade the Media Link’s firmware.
6. Click Start and then Programs.
Figure D-1: Firmware Upgrade Screen
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. Select the appropriate Media Link, and then click the Upgrade
button.
NOTE: If the Utility does not find the appropriate Media Link, click the Search for Adapters Again
button.
9. In the Firmware field, enter the name of the extracted firmware upgrade file, or click the Browse button to
find this file.
10. After you have selected the appropriate file, click the Upgrade button.
11. When the firmware has been upgraded, the Congratulations screen will appear. Click the Exit button.
Figure D-2: Congratulations Screen
Congratulations! The Media Link’s firmware has been upgraded successfully.
Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware
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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.
TCP/IP
Before a computer can communicate with an access point or router, TCP/IP must be enabled. TCP/IP is a set of
instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network. This is true for wireless networks as well.
Your PCs will not be able to utilize wireless networking without having TCP/IP enabled. Windows Help provides
complete instructions on enabling TCP/IP.
Shared Resources
If you wish to share printers, folders, or files over your network, Windows Help provides complete instructions on
using shared resources.
Network Neighborhood/My Network Places
Other PCs on your network will appear under Network Neighborhood or My Network Places (depending upon the
version of Windows you’re running). Windows Help provides complete instructions on adding PCs to your
network.
Appendix E: Windows Help
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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. Also used to expand the range of a wireless network.
Adapter - A device that adds network functionality to your PC.
Ad-hoc - A group of wireless devices communicating directly with each other (peer-to-peer) without the use of
an access point.
Backbone - The part of a network that connects most of the systems and networks together, and handles the
most data.
Bandwidth - The transmission capacity of a given device or network.
Bit - A binary digit.
Boot - To start a device and cause it to start executing instructions.
Bridge - A device that connects different networks.
Broadband - An always-on, fast Internet connection.
Browser - An application program that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the
World Wide Web.
Buffer - A shared or assigned memory area that is used to support and coordinate different computing and
networking activities so one isn't held up by the other.
Byte - A unit of data that is usually eight bits long
Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the
Internet.
CSMA/CA (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Avoidance) - A method of data transfer that is used to prevent
data collisions.
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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.
Default Gateway - A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A networking protocol that allows administrators to assign
temporary IP addresses to network computers by “leasing” an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time,
instead of assigning permanent IP addresses.
DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP
addresses.
Domain - A specific name for a network of computers.
Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines.
DSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - Frequency transmission with a redundant bit pattern resulting in a
lower probability of information being lost in transit.
DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) - A message included in data packets that can increase wireless
efficiency.
Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server.
Encryption - Encoding data transmitted in a network.
Ethernet - IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common
transmission medium.
Finger - A program that tells you the name associated with an e-mail address.
Firewall - A set of related programs located at a network gateway server that protects the resources of a
network from users from other networks.
Firmware - The programming code that runs a networking device.
Full Duplex - The ability of a networking device to receive and transmit data simultaneously.
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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.
IEEE (The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) - An independent institute that develops networking
standards.
Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point.
IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network.
IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.
IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.
ISM band - Radio bandwidth utilized in wireless transmissions.
ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.
LAN - The computers and networking products that make up your local network.
MAC (Media Access Control) Address - The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking
device.
Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) - One million bits per second; a unit of measurement for data transmission.
Network - A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or
transmission between users.
Node - A network junction or connection point, typically a computer or work station.
OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) - Frequency transmission that separates the data stream
into a number of lower-speed data streams, which are then transmitted in parallel to prevent information from
being lost in transit.
Packet - A unit of data sent over a network.
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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.
POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet.
Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.
Preamble - Part of the wireless signal that synchronizes network traffic.
RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires.
Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the
connection.
Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together.
RTS (Request To Send) - A networking method of coordinating large packets through the RTS Threshold setting.
Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications,
and other services.
Software - Instructions for the computer. A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a
“program”.
SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) - Market segment of professionals who work at home or in small offices.
Spread Spectrum - Wideband radio frequency technique used for more reliable and secure data transmission.
SSID (Service Set IDentifier) - Your wireless network's name.
Static IP Address - A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected to a network.
Static Routing - Forwarding data in a network via a fixed path.
Subnet Mask - An address code that determines the size of the network.
Switch - 1. A data switch that connects computing devices to host computers, allowing a large number of
devices to share a limited number of ports. 2. A device for making, breaking, or changing the connections in an
electrical circuit.
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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.
Telnet - A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs.
TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no directory or password
capability.
Throughput - The amount of data moved successfully from one node to another in a given time period.
Topology - The physical layout of a network.
TX Rate - Transmission Rate.
UDP (User Datagram Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that does not require acknowledgement
from the recipient of the data that is sent.
Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version.
Upload - To transmit a file over a network.
URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet.
WAN (Wide Area Network)- The Internet.
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for
greater security.
WINIPCFG - A Windows 98 and Me utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with
each other wirelessly.
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Appendix G: Specifications
Model
WML11B, WMLS11B
Standards
Ports
IEEE 802.11b, 802.3, 802.3u
LAN, Audio Out (L, R, Digital), Power, Speaker DC
Buttons
Play/Pause, Stop, Up, Down, Left, Right, Power, Parallel/Crossover,
Reset
Cabling Type
LEDs
CAT 5 Ethernet, SPDIF Optical, RCA
Power, Link
22 dBm
able
Transmit Power
UPnP able/cert
Security Features
WEP Key Bits
WEP
64-Bit, 128-Bit
Dimensions
(W x H x D)
WML11B: 6.06" x 3.39" x 8.5" (154 mm x 86 mm x 216 mm)
WMLS11B: 16.02" x 3.39" x 8.5" (407 mm x 86 mm x 216 mm)
Unit Weight
WML11B: 1 lb. and 6.5 oz. (0.64 kg)
WMLS11B: 3 lbs. and 2.7 oz. (1.44 kg)
Power
12 V, 1.5 A
Certifications
Operating Temp.
FCC, IC-03
0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF)
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Storage Temp.
-20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF)
Operating Humidity
Storage Humidity
10% to 85%, Non-Condensing
5% to 90%, Non-Condensing
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Appendix H: Warranty Information
LIMITED WARRANTY
Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of one year (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially
free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. 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. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser.
If the Product proves defective during the Warranty Period call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain a Return
Authorization Number, if applicable. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON HAND WHEN CALLING. If You are
requested to return the Product, mark the Return Authorization Number clearly on the outside of the package and include a
copy of your original proof of purchase. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. You
are responsible for shipping defective Products to Linksys. Linksys pays for UPS Ground shipping from Linksys back to You
only. Customers located outside of the United States of America and Canada are responsible for all shipping and handling
charges.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED
TO THE DURATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD. ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS AND
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, ARE DISCLAIMED. Some jurisdictions do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to You. This warranty gives
You specific legal rights, and You may also have other rights which vary by jurisdiction.
This warranty does not apply if the Product (a) has been altered, except by Linksys, (b) has not been installed, operated,
repaired, or maintained in accordance with instructions supplied by Linksys, or (c) has been subjected to abnormal
physical or electrical stress, misuse, negligence, or accident. In addition, due to the continual development of new
techniques for intruding upon and attacking networks, Linksys does not warrant that the Product will be free of
vulnerability to intrusion or attack.
TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST DATA, REVENUE OR PROFIT,
OR FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF
LIABILITY (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT
(INCLUDING ANY SOFTWARE), EVEN IF LINKSYS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT
WILL LINKSYS’ LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. The foregoing limitations will apply even
if any warranty or remedy provided under this Agreement fails of its essential purpose. Some jurisdictions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to You.
Please direct all inquiries to: Linksys, P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623.
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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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment or devices
Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's
Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
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.
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Chapter J: Contact Information
Need to contact Linksys?
Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates
to your existing products at:
ftp.linksys.com
Can't find information about a product you want to buy
on the web? Do you want to know more about networking
with Linksys products? Give our advice line a call at:
Or fax your request in to:
800-546-5797 (LINKSYS)
949-823-3002
If you experience problems with any Linksys product,
you can call us at:
800-326-7114
Don't wish to call? You can e-mail us at:
support@linksys.com
If any Linksys product proves defective during its warranty period,
you can call the Linksys Return Merchandise Authorization
department for obtaining a Return Authorization Number at:
(Details on Warranty and RMA issues can be found in the Warranty
Information section in this Guide.)
949-823-3000
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