Autonomic e Series, Manual

Page 1: ...mMs 1e 3e 5e Multi Source Music Streamer with eAudioCast ...

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Page 3: ...ion Diagrams 8 MMS Web Configuration 9 Using the MMS with Third Party Amplifiers 15 Using AirPlay 15 Content Tab 16 Adding Digital Content and Configuring Cloud Services 18 Streaming Music Services 19 Schedules 22 Control Systems 22 Firmware Updates 23 Safety Information 24 CE European Conformity Information 24 Appendix 25 Specifications 26 ...

Page 4: ... unit from the AC power source Make sure that the plug is readily operable easily accessible at all times If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period remove the power cord from the AC outlet 4 Earth The unit is defined as Class1 in EN60065 low voltage directive and MUST BE EARTHED Connect only to a mains socket outlet with protective earth and only use the power cord supplied Finla...

Page 5: ...lation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with 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 can be determined by t...

Page 6: ... first time working with the product Please retain this manual for future reference Important Tools and Resources Resources OvrC http www ovrc com DealerZone https dealerzone autonomic controls com Knowledge Base www autonomic controls com kb Tools a display monitor or laptop or tablet connected to the internet audio network cables a voltmeter headphones powered speakers Get to Know the MMS Create...

Page 7: ...sing a number of different applications available on Android and Apple iOS mobile devices or with your laptop 4 The MMS can be configured so that any time new music is purchased either in the home or with a mobile device it is automatically added to the home library or other connected locations TuneBridge TuneBridge technology can easily switch between online services and purchased music in a libr...

Page 8: ...de unrestricted air flow through the chassis for convection cooling 4 Power Button Press to manually power on and off the server Illuminates when powered on 5 Rack Mount Ears Optional To mount the server in a rack Not pictured Features Thank you for purchasing an MMS Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the device Following the instructions in this manual wi...

Page 9: ...onnect an external hard drive for additional storage 4 HDMI Port To connect a display for set up and Now Playing information 5 Ethernet Port Ethernet port for connection to the Home network 6 Light Switch 5e only Press to turn on the light bar 7 Zone Pre Amplifier Out Analog Audio L R zone outputs 8 Coax Digital Source Output Terminals Coax digital outputs for expansion to further amplifier zones ...

Page 10: ... Utility to configure the device NOTE Plug everything in and connect all wires before powering up It is recommended to attach a display when first powering up the server as the IP address will be on screen Once all necessary connections are made press the power button located on the front of the unit once to turn on the MMS The power button will illuminate Wait 2 3 minutes for the server to comple...

Page 11: ...MMS Application Diagrams Switch 8 ...

Page 12: ...ded 2 Reboot Server Restarts the system 3 Remote Management Grant remote access via DealerZone or OvrC to the third party indicated If access is toggled off remote management is disabled TIP Register this device with an OvrC account by entering your credentials in a separate window 4 Configuration Security Optionally password protect the MMS configuration page to prevent unauthorized unintended co...

Page 13: ...a IP Address The unique address of the server on the local network b Subnet mask The subnet mask for the local network commonly 255 255 255 0 c Gateway The IP address for the router This is necessary for the MMS to access the Internet d DNS 1 2 IP addresses providing Domain Name Services i DNS 1 Suggested server OpenDNS 208 67 222 222 ii DNS 2 Suggested server Google s DNS 8 8 8 8 9 Wireless Netwo...

Page 14: ...ue when the last zone listening to an audio source is turned off When toggled off the MMS queues remain intact even if the zones are powered off 2 Streamers Lists all MMS devices sharing the same System Id Click the gear icon to edit a device s configuration or remove the device from this System Id TIP When using System Id 1 auto join eSeries devices can only be removed if they are offline Otherwi...

Page 15: ...ave an option for an eAudioCast Audio Connection Bit Depth and Sample Rate Resolution Bit depth and sample rate of the digital audio outputs can be set to values from 16 bit 44 kHz up to 24 bit 192 kHz Set this value to the highest setting that the connected amplifier or AV receiver can support If the highest supported bit depth and sample rate on the connected equipment is not known the MMS will ...

Page 16: ...ce is available on a physical MMS output as well as mirrored over Ethernet to eAudiocast capable devices Amplifiers Lists any supported amplifiers sharing the same System ID Click the gear icon to edit device configuration a Name the device by clicking on the Name field b Click the Zone Names field to rename TIP When one or more zones are renamed any remaining zones with default names are assumed ...

Page 17: ... amplifier connected Source Name Displays the name assigned to each source connected to the amplifier The name chosen here will display on all keypads connected Keep device names to a maximum of 15 characters Source Gain Set the gain for sources connected to the amplifier via analog inputs Zones Tab Zone Settings Rename the zones for any linked amplifiers as they appear on keypads Names here also ...

Page 18: ...zone group Preset Groups Preset groups assign zones to the same preset slots on connected Servers Assign Preset Groups with easily identifiable names and set to read only to prevent end user changes Zone group inclusion does not exclude a zone from being included in a Preset group Click Add Preset Group then click on the zone to add it to the new zone group Click Save once all desired zones have b...

Page 19: ... window will appear Enter the new password and click OK to save Party Mode Party Mode is a predefined zone group which enables a listener to quickly and easily start playing music throughout the house By default all zones are grouped together when using the Party Mode feature De select any zones you wish to exclude from participating in Party Mode Content Tab The Content tab contains configuration...

Page 20: ...ized Click the to add an other location from which to synchronize more music d Navigate to the appropriate folder location on the network then click save to synchronize that network folder location e Click on the Advanced Tab to see server information export diagnostics and change Media Sync startup options f Click Apply Changes to save 17 ...

Page 21: ...page c Click on a folder to select it or enter the full path in the field d Click Add once the desired folder is selected The user name and password must be added if the folder requires authentication 8 Local Storage This section details the available storage on the device 9 Location Certain online services use the location of the server for location based content Change the default location in th...

Page 22: ... synchronizing with one of the computers click the X next to the computer name to remove it from the list and remove all content contributed by that computer to the MMS library Streaming Music Services Configuration of streaming music services is accomplished on the Content tab of the configuration utility in a web browser The information on these services changes frequently Please check with the ...

Page 23: ...his information does not apply to the Auto radio subscription accounts IMPORTANT While a single SiriusXM account can be used on any of the multiple MMS outputs SiriusXM radio subscribers must provide one account ID and password for each simultaneous stream that is listened to on any of the audio outputs SiriusXM will provide additional SiriusXM Internet Radio accounts for a reduced monthly fee Mor...

Page 24: ...ms No account is required however a TuneIn account allows favorite titles to be saved More information about TuneIn Radio can be found at www TuneIn com Murfie HiFi To activate Murfie services on the MMS select the gear to the right of the Murfie section under Online Credentials and click Add Account Enter the credentials to associate the MMS with an online Murfie account Murfie is a cloud based s...

Page 25: ...echnology provides subscribers with premium quality audio not matched by other online subscription services More information about Tidal can be found at Tidal com us Schedules The Schedule tab allows creation and modification schedules for content playback Click the Schedule Tab to get started 1 Click on Add Schedule to open the Schedule window and add options 2 Add a title to the Name field 3 Sel...

Page 26: ...ar in this section that allows download and application of the update After clicking the Update Firmware button the MMS automatically downloads the latest version installs the new operating firmware and restarts the MMS This process can take several minutes depending on the size of the update and internet speed WARNING Do not power off the MMS during a firmware update Doing so could require factor...

Page 27: ...ct the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CE European Conformity Information This equipment bares the CE marking of conformity that indicates a product complies with the essential requirements of the applicable European laws or directives with respect to safety health environ...

Page 28: ...One Not Applicable Sync multiple MMS content Free Unlimited Not Applicable Free or Premium Unlimited Unlimited Free or Premium Multiple Unlimited Premium Multiple 1 One Napster offers a family plan for more information visit us napster com family Premium Multiple 1 One SiriusXM offers a family plan for more information visit www SiriusXM com Premium Multiple 1 One No timeout restrictions For more ...

Page 29: ... Power Connection 100V 240V AC 50 60Hz External DC 5 V 2A included Main Power Consumption 10W 100 240 V AC 50 60Hz Environmental Requirements Humidity 10 to 90 RH non condensing Temperature 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Dimensions With feet 6 x 3 9 x 1 4 with brackets 6 5 x 3 9 x 1 3 With feet 153mm x 100mm x 36mm with brackets 165mm x 100mm x 33mm Net Weight 1 lb 0 5 kg Mounting 4 feet included 2 bra...

Page 30: ... 1 2 3 Analog1 COAX2 USB3 HDMI4 eAudioCast5 Analog1 unbalanced stereo RCA type line level audio output COAX2 Stereo Coaxial RCA type PCM USB3 Stereo USB for connection to external DAC PCM HDMI4 Stereo HDMI Type A PCM eAudioCast5 Provides audio over Ethernet technology when paired with eSeries devices Digital to Analog Conversion High resolution 24 bit 192kHz Supported Sample Rates 44 1 48 96 192 k...

Page 31: ... Output 1 2 3 4 5 Analog1 COAX2 USB3 HDMI4 eAudioCast5 Analog1 unbalanced stereo RCA type line level audio output COAX2 Stereo Coaxial RCA type PCM USB3 Stereo USB for connection to external DAC PCM HDMI4 Stereo HDMI Type A PCM eAudioCast5 Provides audio over Ethernet technology when paired with eSeries devices Digital to Analog Conversion High resolution 24 bit 192kHz Supported Sample Rates 44 1 ...

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