Page 2 - Copyright and Trademarks
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Copyright and Trademarks Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. How to Use this Guide This User Guide has been desig...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; Chapter 1: Introduction
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What’s in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music System 4 Front Panel 4 Back Panel 4 Remote Controller 5 Speakers (Optional) 6 Chapter 3: Connecting the...
Page 5 - List of Figures
Wireless-B Media Link for Music List of Figures Figure 2-1: Media Link Front Panel 4 Figure 2-2: Media Link Back Panel 4 Figure 2-3: Remote Controller 5 Figure 2-4: Right Speaker Back Panel 6 Figure 2-5: Left Speaker Back Panel 7 Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable 8 Figure 3-2: Connect t...
Page 6 - Figure 5-8: Connecting the Optical Cable to Your Stereo
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Figure 5-8: Connecting the Optical Cable to Your Stereo 20 Figure 5-9: Connect the Power 21 Figure 5-10: Wireless Network Icon 21 Figure 5-11: Wired Network Icon 21 Figure 5-12: Main Menu Screen 22 Figure 5-13: Network Setup Screen 22 Figure 5-14: Wireless Screen 23 F...
Page 7 - Figure C-1: Example of a Wireless Network
Wireless-B Media Link for Music Figure 6-15: Internet Radio Screen 31 Figure 6-16: Media Server Screen 31 Figure 6-17: Network Setup Screen 31 Figure 6-18: Device Name Screen 32 Figure 6-19: Wireless Screen 32 Figure 6-20: SSID Screen 32 Figure 6-21: Network Type Screen 33 Figure 6-22: Encryption Sc...
Page 8 - Welcome
1 Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcome Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-B Media Link for Music. This Media Link lets you send the digital music stored on your computer to your stereo, without running cables through the house. You can also ...
Page 9 - What’s in this Guide?
2 Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-B Media Link for Music What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B Media Link for Music. • Chapter 1: IntroductionThis chapter describes the Media Link’s applications and this User Guide. • Cha...
Page 11 - Front Panel
4 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music Sys-tem Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music System Front Panel You can control the Media Link through the front panel buttons an...
Page 12 - Remote Controller
5 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music Sys-tem Wireless-B Media Link for Music Crossover The Crossover (X-II) switch is used only when the Media Link is connected to a wired network device. If the Media Link is connected to a PC, then the switch shou...
Page 14 - Right Speaker; Left Speaker
7 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Media Link for Music or the Wireless-B Music Sys-tem Wireless-B Media Link for Music Speakers (Optional) The Wireless-B Music System (model number WMLS11B) comes with the Media Link and two speakers. The Media Link can be connected to its speakers and/or a...
Page 15 - Overview
8 Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for SetupOverview Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup Overview This chapter will explain how to connect the Media Link to your wired computer or...
Page 17 - Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for Music
10 Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicOverview Wireless-B Media Link for Music 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 u...
Page 23 - Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox
16 Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicSetting up Musicmatch Jukebox Wireless-B Media Link for Music Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox After you have installed Musicmatch Jukebox, you will see its icon in the system tray of your taskbar, as well as on your desktop. Double-click eith...
Page 26 - Connecting to the Media Link to Your Stereo
19 Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio SystemConnecting to the Media Link to Your Stereo Wireless-B Media Link for Music Connecting to the Media Link to Your Stereo Follow the instructions in this section to make the connections shown in Figure 5-6. (The connectio...
Page 28 - Connecting the Media Link to Your Network
21 Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio SystemConnecting the Media Link to Your Network Wireless-B Media Link for Music Connecting the Media Link to Your Network 1. If the Media Link will be part of your wireless network, go to step 2. If the Media Link will be par...
Page 29 - Using the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link; Change to wired
22 Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio SystemUsing the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link Wireless-B Media Link for Music Using the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link Before setting up the Media Link, decide whether the Media Link will be connected to your wireles...
Page 30 - Wireless
23 Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio SystemUsing the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link Wireless-B Media Link for Music Wireless To change the Media Link’s wireless settings, select Wireless . You have four choices: SSID, Network Type, Encryption, and Site Surve...
Page 33 - Installing the Media Server Software
26 Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio SystemInstalling the Media Server Software Wireless-B Media Link for Music Installing the Media Server Software For the Media LInk to work properly, you must install the Media Server software on at least one PC in your networ...
Page 36 - LCD Menu Icons
29 Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicLCD Menu Icons Wireless-B Media Link for Music LCD Menu Icons At the top of the LCD screen, you will see one or more icons indicating the Media Link’s network type, the status of the music track, and which options you have selec...
Page 37 - Playlist Menu; Browse Menu; All Tracks; Playlists
30 Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicPlaylist Menu Wireless-B Media Link for Music Playlist Menu At any time, you can use the Music button on the remote to access the Music menu. To play certain songs in a specific sequence, select the Playlist menu, which will lis...
Page 38 - Internet Radio Menu; Genres; Media Server Menu
31 Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicInternet Radio Menu Wireless-B Media Link for Music Internet Radio Menu The Media Link uses vTuner to find radio and TV broadcasts over the Internet. When you select the Internet Radio menu, you have three choices: Genres, Count...
Page 42 - Proxy
35 Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicNetwork Setup Menu Wireless-B Media Link for Music DNS Server 1 and DNS Server 2 To change the Media Link’s DNS server address, select DNS Server 1 and/or DNS Server 2 . (You must enter at least one DNS server address.) Use the ...
Page 43 - Network Status Menu; Update Radio List Menu; Automatic Update; Manual Update; EQ Menu
36 Chapter 6: Using the LCD Menus of the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicNetwork Status Menu Wireless-B Media Link for Music Network Status Menu If you want to see the Media Link’s network status information, use the Network Status menu. After you have selected this menu, you will see the Device Name...
Page 45 - LAN
38 Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicSetup Wireless-B Media Link for Music Setup The Setup screen lets you configure the wired and wireless network settings for the Media Link. • Firmware - The version number of the Media Link’s firmware is displayed here. ...
Page 47 - Favorites
40 Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicFavorites Wireless-B Media Link for Music Favorites The Favorites screen lets you add up to 20 Internet radio stations to the Media Link’s Favorites menu. Once added, you can easily select one of your favorite stations u...
Page 49 - LAN Settings
42 Chapter 7: Using the Web-based Utility of the Wireless-B Media Link for MusicStatus Wireless-B Media Link for Music Status The Status screen displayed the Media Link’s current status and settings. All information is read-only. • Device Name - The name you have assigned to the Media Link is displa...
Page 51 - Appendix A: Troubleshooting; Common Problems and Solutions
44 Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Wireless-B Media Link for Music 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 p...
Page 52 - Frequently Asked Questions
45 Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Wireless-B Media Link for Music Frequently Asked Questions How do I set my favorite Internet radio stations? You have two ways to set your favorite radio stations.• Using the Media Link’s LCD screen, scroll down to Internet Radio. Select the r...
Page 54 - Appendix B: Wireless Security; Security Precautions; Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks
47 Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require sp...
Page 57 - Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware
50 Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware Wireless-B Media Link for Music 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. To upgrade the Bridge’s f...
Page 58 - Appendix E: Windows Help; Shared Resources
51 Appendix E: Windows Help Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix E: Windows Help Almost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Wi...
Page 64 - Appendix G: Specifications
57 Appendix G: Specifications Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix G: Specifications Model WML11B, WMLS11B Standards IEEE 802.11b, 802.3, 802.3u Ports LAN, Audio Out (L, R, Digital), Power, Speaker DC Buttons Play/Pause, Stop, Up, Down, Left, Right, Power, Parallel/Crossover,Reset Cabling Type C...
Page 65 - Operating Humidity
58 Appendix G: Specifications Wireless-B Media Link for Music Storage Temp. -20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF) Operating Humidity 10% to 85%, Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90%, Non-Condensing
Page 66 - Appendix H: Warranty Information
59 Appendix H: Warranty Information Wireless-B Media Link for Music 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 u...
Page 67 - Appendix I: Regulatory Information
60 Appendix I: Regulatory Information Wireless-B Media Link for Music Appendix I: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable...
Page 68 - Chapter J: Contact Information
61 Appendix J: Contact Information Wireless-B Media Link for Music Chapter J: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.com Can't find information about a product ...
