ICS IM-NET User manual

DIGITAL MUSIC
INTEGRATION MODULE
IM-NET
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Product Overview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
Operating the IM-NET------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Using Different User Interfaces with the IM-NET-------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Operating the IM-NET Using the Contact and iRemote®TS----------------5
Playing the IM-NET Digital Music Integration Module -----------------------------------------------------------------5
Navigating the IM-NET Digital Music Integration Module --------------------------------------------------------5
Selecting a Digital Music Source-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
Accessing and Playing “My Music”--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Accessing and Playing Internet Radio----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Using the IM-NET Info Screen -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
Operating the IM-NET Using the Single Keypad-------------------------------------10
Managing the IM-NET Services--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Admin Utility Overview--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Local Network Music-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Internet Radio Favorites--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Finding the IP Address of the IM-NET Integration Module------------------------------------------------------- 12
Opening the Admin Utility from Your Computer ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Managing My Music---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Managing Music Subscription Services--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Setting a Password for your IM-NET Integration Module --------------------------------------------------------16
iTunes®Setup --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Managing and Performing Software Updates -------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Configuring the IM-NET Services---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
The Advanced Admin Utility Tools--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Important Information Regarding UPnP AV Servers----------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Glossary-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22
Troubleshooting---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
Contact Information -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CONGRATULATIONS!
Thank you for purchasing the IM-NET Digital Music Integration Module. The IM-NET provides
intelligent access, playback, and control of digital music from thousands of Internet radio
stations and the music libraries on your home network.
nAccesses and plays digital music from PCs, Macs, and DLNA®(Digital Living Network
Alliance) compliant NAS drives with seamless support of playlists from iTunes®and others.
nAccesses and plays the digital music from thousands of Internet radio stations.
nProvides content information on Touchscreens, iRemote®Handheld Controllers and Keypads
that includes song, album, and artist information for easy operation and an enhanced
listening experience.
nOrganizes music content into easy-to-use menus.
nIntegrates into your existing system and operates using familiar controls and screens.
KEY FEATURES

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INTRODUCTION
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The IM-NET Digital Music Integration Module is a digital music streaming device. It enables you to
play the digital music stored on your home network and access Internet radio. Because the IM-NET
can be easily updated, additional music services may become available in the future.
The IM-NET Integration Module plays music from one source at a time. For example, if Dad is
listening and Mom changes the system to play Internet radio, Dad will begin listening to Internet
radio too. Installing multiple IM-NET modules enables users to listen to different music sources at
the same time. Each IM-NET module plays digital music sources independently of the other IM-
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OPERATING THE IM-NET
USING DIFFERENT USER INTERFACES WITH IM-NET
In this User Guide, the Contact/iRemoteTS touchscreen will be used to demonstrate the operation
of the IM-NET. For IntelliControl ICS systems equipped with Display keypads and iRemotes the
operation is the same, but some of the buttons are in a different place. The diagram below
highlights those differences.
Menu
IM-NET 4IM-NET 2
Options
IM-NET 3IM-NET 1
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Internet Radio
DISPLAY
CONTACT
Cursor Keys
Use the cursor keys to
navigate through your
service menus
iREMOTE
®
SELECT
NEXT
PREV
VOL
VOL
2
ABC
3
DEF
1
5
JKL
6
MNO
4
GHI
8
TUV
9
WXYZ
7
PQRS
0
Enter
MUTEOFF
ZoneZone
IM-NET 1 IM-NET 2
IM-NET 3 IM-NET 4
XM SIRIUS
AM/FM ROCK
Internet Radio
MenuOptions
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
iREMOTE®
[ MENU ] Function
Access the Menu options
for each service
Master Keys
Used to play the IM-NET
module. While playing,
select the active IM-NET
Master Key to display the
“IM-NET Home” menu
Alphanumeric Keys
Initiate the alphanumeric
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OPERATING THE IM-NET USING THE
CONTACT AND iREMOTE®TS
PLAYING THE IM-NET DIGITAL MUSIC INTEGRATION MODULE
1) Select an [ IM-NET ]* Master Key. (A system can
have up to six IM-NET Master Keys. Your installer may
have relabeled the IM-NET Master Keys with easy to
recognize “friendly names.”)
2) The last-played digital music source automatically
begins and the “Now Playing” screen is displayed with
information about the station, artist and song.**
NAVIGATING THE IM-NET DIGITAL MUSIC INTEGRATION MODULE
The IM-NET Integration Module is navigated using
simple-to-operate screens.
The “Now Playing” screen provides information about the
music currently playing. It is also where the IM-NET Master
Keys are located.
From the “IM-NET Home” menu, you can select the digital
music source that you want to hear. Access this menu from
the “Now Playing” screen by selecting the active [ IM-NET ]
Master Key. If the “Now Playing” screen is not currently
displayed, pressing [ Back ] repeatedly will display the
“IM-NET Home” menu. Alternatively, press and hold the
[ Back ] button to return to the home menu immediately.
After selecting a digital music source, additional menus will be
displayed to help you navigate to a particular station, song,
artist, genre, etc. Many of these menus feature an [ ABC’s ]
button that enables you to search by entering the first few
letters, a quick and easy way to find your favorite music.
*
Throughout this User Guide, [ ] brackets
denote a touchscreen selection or
function.
Menu
IM-NET 4IM-NET 2
Options
IM-NET 3
Source in Use
IM-NET 1
**
If “Source in Use” is displayed for a few
seconds, another user is listening to the
same IM-NET module. Any changes you
make will affect the other user.
Menu
IM-NET 4IM-NET 2
Options
IM-NET 3IM-NET 1
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Internet Radio
Genre
Classical
College
Comedy
Country
Dance
Back ABC’s Page
Page
2
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Menu
IM-NET 4IM-NET 2
Options
IM-NET 3IM-NET 1
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Internet Radio
IM-NET 1 - Menu
My Music
Internet Radio
Information
Exit
Example of a “Now Playing” Screen
Example of an “IM-NET Home” Menu
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Menu
IM-NET 4IM-NET 2
Options
IM-NET 3IM-NET 1
Ben Harper
Shimmer and Shine
Relaxing Playlist
John’s PC
SELECTING A DIGITAL MUSIC SOURCE
The IM-NET Integration Module enables you to enjoy a selection of digital music sources such as Internet
radio and the music on your home network.
1) Digital music sources are accessed from the “IM-NET Home”
menu. To navigate to the “IM-NET Home” menu from the
“Now Playing” screen, press the active [ IM-NET ] Master
Key. See “Navigating the IM-NET” on page 5.
2) You may have additional digital music sources. To view them
(if available), select [ Page ]. To return to the original
digital music sources, select [ Page ]. Select the digital
music source that you want to hear.
NOTE: If a digital music source selection is not made, the
IM-NET module will continue playing the last selection. After
30 seconds, it will revert to the “Now Playing” screen.
OPERATING THE IM-NET USING THE
CONTACT AND iREMOTE®TS
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IM-NET 1 - Menu
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ACCESSING AND PLAYING “MY MUSIC”
“My Music” is the music found on your home network music servers. A music server can be a personal
computer (PC or Mac), a DLNA enabled Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, or other devices.
For more information about music servers, see page 21.
1) From the “IM-NET Home” menu, select [ My Music ]. See
“Navigating the IM-NET” on page 5.
2) The “My Music” menu lists available music servers. See
“Managing My Music” on page 14. Select the desired digital
music server.
3) The menus used to navigate music servers will vary because music
servers can be managed in different ways. See “Managing My
Music” on page 14. Depending on the music server, you may have
several music search categories such as [ Artist ], [ Album ],
[ Song ], [ Genre ], and [ Playlist*]. Select a search category.
NOTE: Your ICS system does not display the photos or videos that
may be stored on a music server.
4) Select [ ABC’s ], if available, to display the “Search” screen.
Enter up to 10 letters, then select [ Enter ] to search for selections
beginning with those letters. Some categories and/or servers may
not support search. Select the song you wish to play. If there are
additional songs in the song list they will play after your selection.
Note that the search function only works with lists that are in
alphabetical order and that use standard latin characters.
5) From the “Now Playing” screen, select [
|| ] to pause the music.
Select [ || ] again to resume play. (Some servers may not support
the pause feature).
6) For additional playback options, select [ Options ].
[ Shuffle On ] plays the selections in random order.
[ Repeat On ] repeats the selection.
NOTE: When a single music selection is played, selecting
[ Repeat On ] repeats that selection. If an album or playlist
is played, [ Repeat On ] repeats the entire album or playlist.
OPERATING THE IM-NET USING THE
CONTACT AND iREMOTE
®
TS (CONT’D)
* Playlists are created and delivered from iTunes®and other music library software. For more
details, please see the instructions for your music library software.
Back
My Music
PagePage
John’s PC
Al’s Music Server
Mom’s Music Library
Music Server Name - Menu
Artist
Album
Song
Genre
Playlist
Back ABC’s Page
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IM-NET 1 - Menu
My Music
Internet Radio
Information
Exit
2
Artist/Albums/Songs
Play All Songs
Artist Album 1 Song 1
Artist Album 1 Song 2
Artist Album 1 Song 3
Artist Album 1 Song 4
Back ABC’s Page
3
Menu
IM-NET 4IM-NET 2
Options
IM-NET 3IM-NET 1
Ben Harper
Shimmer and Shine
Relaxing Playlist
My Music
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IM-NET 1 - Options
Shuffle ON
Repeat ON
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ACCESSING AND PLAYING INTERNET RADIO
Internet radio enables you to listen to thousands of radio stations from all over the world. Many are
standard radio stations and some are Internet-only stations. Stations are accessed by geographic
location, genre, station name, program name, or host. The listening experience may vary from station
to station.
1) To play Internet radio, navigate to the “IM-NET Home”
menu and select [ Internet Radio ]. See “Navigating
the IM-NET” on page 5.
2) To listen to a station, select the appropriate category to
search for a Internet radio station.
3) To move to the next available Internet radio station:
• On the CONTACT, DISPLAY and iREMOTE user
interfaces, press the Next hard button.
• On the iREMOTE®TS, press the Channel +hard
button. Some Internet radio stations act like podcasts
where the Next hard key plays the next song
from their playlist. If you are on one of these stations,
select the [ Menu ] button to show the list of Internet
radio stations and make a new selection.
NOTE: The sound quality will vary from station to station
due to Internet speed, Internet quality, and the feed
provided by the radio station.
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TS (CONT’D)
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IM-NET 1 - Menu
My Music
Internet Radio
Information
Exit
Menu
IM-NET 4IM-NET 2
Options
IM-NET 3IM-NET 1
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Internet Radio
4
OFF PREV NEXT VOL
+MUTEVOL
Menu
AM/FMXM
Shuffle
SIRIUS
The Beatles
Revolution
The White Album
8 of 13
iPod
3
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Internet Radio
Local Stations
Recently Played
Favorites
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USING THE IM-NET INFO SCREEN
The “IM-NET Info” screen displays relevant information about the IM-NET Integration Module. You’ll need
the IP Address to run the IM-NET Admin Utility (see page 13). Other information displayed on this
screen relates to the IM-NET software version and MAC ID.
1) To access the “IM-NET Info” screen from any
“Now Playing” screen, select the [ IM-NET ] Master Key
and then select [ Information ].
2) Each IM-NET module installed in the system has its own
“IM-NET Info” screen with a unique IP Address and MAC ID
Number. The MAC ID Number will never change. However,
the IP Address is assigned by your Local Area Network’s
router and may change from time to time.
Note that the “DMP Rev” number, the “DMP Date” and the
“ICS Ctrl Rev” number will change as new software versions are
installed. The “MAC” number (also known as the “MAC ID”) is
permanent and unique to each IM-NET module.
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CONTACT AND IREMOTE®TS
IM-NET 1 - Info
IP Address: 192.168.1.091 (D)
DMP Rev: 0589
DMP Date: 2010-06-11 13:10
ICS Ctrl Rev: 1.0.6.1
MAC: 00:13:51:00:2C:5F
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Control using the Single Keypad is somewhat limited due to the visual nature of navigating the menus
of digital music sources. For full control, we recommend accessing the IM-NET from an LCD display-
equipped keypad or touchscreen.
1) Press the IM-NET Master Key. The last-played music starts
automatically.
2) Press the IM-NET button again to change the music to the
next Digital Source. With each additional press of the
button, the music changes to the next available Digital
Source.
3) Select Prev or Next to advance through the songs or
stations (if supported by the currently playing source).
OPERATING THE IM-NET USING
THE SINGLE KEYPAD
PREV NEXT
OFF MUTE
VOL +
VOL –
IM-NET 2IM-NET 1
IM-NET 3 IM-NET 4
XM SIRIUS
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ADMIN UTILITY OVERVIEW
The IM-NET Admin Utility is an easy to use web interface that allows you to manage your IM-NET’s
features and functionality. You can also automatically update the software and password protect the
IM-NET from unauthorized changes.
The Admin Utility is hosted on web server software that resides inside each of the IM-NET Integration
Modules. It is accessed from any personal computer or other browser-equipped device connected to the
same home network as the IM-NET. Please note that each IM-NET Integration Module must be set up
individually.
LOCAL NETWORK MUSIC
Music servers connected to your local network that are configured for sharing will be automatically
available to your IM-NET Integration Module. The Admin Utility manages which music servers appear on
your touchscreens and keypads.
INTERNET RADIO FAVORITES
Thousands of Internet radio stations are consolidated and organized by a service that lets you set up
and store your favorites for quick access. This service is accessed and managed via the [ Manage
Services ] tab in the Admin Utility.
MANAGING THE IM-NET SERVICES
1) IM-NET Information
Displays the IM-NET module name as it
appears on your touchscreens and keypads.
This was entered by your installer.
2) Admin Utility Menu
Choose which option you want to modify
from here.
3) Content Area
This area is where you will make your edits.
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FINDING THE IP ADDRESS OF THE IM-NET INTEGRATION MODULE
Before opening the Admin Utility, you’ll need the IP (Internet Protocol) Address of each IM-NET
Integration Module that you are going to manage. The IP Address is obtained from any IntelliControl®
ICS touchscreen or keypad with an LCD display.
1) From the “Now Playing” screen, select the [ IM-NET ] Master
Key for the IM-NET module that you want to manage. The
“IM-NET Home” menu will be displayed. If you are not in the
“Now Playing” screen, press [ Back ] repeatedly until you
reach the “IM-NET Home” menu.
2) Select [ Information ]. If Information is not displayed in the
“IM-NET Home” menu, select [ Page ] to scroll to
more choices.
3) Write down the IP Address number. The IP Address in
the example shown is: 192.168.1.091 (ignore the (D) or (S)
that follows the number). If the IP Address is all zeros, the
IM-NET module is not connected to a functioning Local Area
Network. First, check the wiring, and then check all network
connections.
IM-NET 1 - Info
IP Address: 192.168.1.091 (D)
DMP Rev: 0589
DMP Date: 2010-06-11 13:10
ICS Ctrl Rev: 1.0.6.1
MAC: 00:13:51:00:2C:5F
Back
Menu
IM-NET 4IM-NET 2
Options
IM-NET 3IM-NET 1
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Fusion FM 99.5 FM
Internet Radio
Example from a color touchscreenExample from a keypad with display
Make note
of the IP Address
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MANAGING THE IM-NET SERVICES
Back
IM-NET 1 (Info)
IP Address: http:\\ 192.168.1.091
Media Player Revision: 1.20
Software Date: March 4, 2010
Control Revision: 1.20
MAC ID: 01:02:03:04:35:45:ab
BACK
DMP Rev: 0589
IP Address: 192.168.1.091 (D)
DMP Date: 2010-06-11 13:10
ICS Ctrl Rev: 1.0.6.1
MAC: 00:13:51:00:2C:5F
IM-NET 1 (Info)
IP Address Screen
IM-NET 1 - Menu
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OPENING THE ADMIN UTILITY FROM YOUR COMPUTER
To open the Admin Utility, you must first obtain the IP (Internet Protocol) Address of the IM-
NET Integration Module that you are going to manage. The IP Address can be obtained from any
touchscreen or keypad with display (see page 12).
1) From your computer, open a web browser* and
enter the IP Address of the IM-NET module you
wish to manage. Enter the IP Address numbers
only, including decimal points. If the Admin Utility
does not appear, double check the IP Address
and make sure your computer is connected to the
same Local Area Network as the IM-NET module.
2) If you have yet not registered your product, please
do so now. Registering your IM-NET module
will ensure that you receive the latest updates,
news, and product information. Fill out the form
completely, indicate that you have read and agree
to the Privacy Policy, and select an option to
receive information. Select [ Send Form ]. If any
information changes, it can be updated with this
form.
3) A “Registration Confirmation” screen will be
displayed. Select [ OK ] to continue.
4) The “Welcome” screen will be displayed. You are
now ready to manage your IM-NET services.
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MANAGING THE IM-NET SERVICES
MANAGING MY MUSIC
“My Music” is the music content found on your local network servers. In this section you will learn how to
manage which server’s music will be available for playback when the “My Music” menu is displayed on
touchscreens and LCD keypads.
1) Select [ Manage My Music ] from the Admin
Utility Menu.
2) The shared music servers connected to the home
network are listed. Please note that it is necessary
to install the Niles Music Server application to
computers that will be sharing music files. See
“Niles Music Server Setup” on page 17 for
detailed instructions.
3) Select [ • Show ] to display the music server on
your Touchscreens and Keypads.
Select [ • Hide ] to not display the music server
on your Touchscreens and Keypads. Music on this
server will not be available for playback while
Hide is selected.
4) When done, click [ Save ].
5) If a connected music server is not shown on the
list, make sure it is properly configured for sharing,
and then select [ Refresh List ].
IMPORTANT: For a computer or other device running
a music server application (Niles Music Server
powered by Twonky™) to appear on the home
network, it must be connected to the same network,
turned on, and the music server application must be
running and configured to share music files. See the
operating instructions of your music server application.
NOTE: Each time a music server (Niles Music Server
or otherwise) is added to the local network, it may
be necessary to edit the “Manage My Music” in
the Admin Utility because, by default, servers will
automatically be selected as [ Show ].
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MANAGING MUSIC SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES
1) Select [ Manage Services ] from the Admin Utility
Menu. The “Manage Services” screen will be displayed.
2) All services supported by the IM-NET will be listed. By
default, all such services are enabled. Actual service
availability varies by location and is subject to any
limitations imposed by the service provider. Subscription
fees may be required. Please refer to each service
provider’s website for more information. New services
may be added from time to time via software updates.
3) Select [ • Show ] to display the Music Service on your
touchscreens and keypads.
Select [ • Hide ] to not display the Music Service on
your touchscreens and keypads. It will not be available
for playback.
4) For Internet radio, select [ Options ]. Write down the
unique access code (you will need it to create your
account) then click on the link to be connected to the
Niles.vTuner service web portal*. This is where you can
choose the Internet radio stations that will appear as
your “favorites.”
5) Set up your account using the supplied access code,
your email address, and a password.
6) Once you have entered the Niles.vTuner website you
will be able to browse the available stations and
podcasts by format, location, or language. When you
find an interesting station, you can listen to it and then
add it to your favorites if you like. Favorite stations will
be listed on your system’s touchscreens and display
equipped keypads for quick and easy access when
Internet radio is selected. When finished managing your
favorites, close the web page.
7) After you have opened your Niles.vTuner account, you
can access the Niles.vTuner website to make changes
or additions by simply going to niles.vtuner.com on any
browser.
MANAGING THE IM-NET SERVICES
* Internet connection required. If the account login information is incorrect, an
error message will appear. Check the login information and try again.
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MANAGING THE IM-NET SERVICES
SETTING A PASSWORD FOR YOUR IM-NET INTEGRATION MODULE
You can set a password so that the next time you
launch the Admin Utility a password will be required to
make changes. If you choose to create a password you
should keep a record of your choice so that you will not
lose it. If you lose your password you will need to call
Niles Technical Support for help.
1) Select [ Utilities ] in the Admin Utility Menu. The
“Utilities” screen will be displayed.
2) Select [ SETTINGS ] in the password section.
3) Select the “Password Required” option. Enter your
New Password and then again under Confirm
New Password. If the passwords you typed do
not match, you will be asked to try again.
4) Select [ Save ] when done. After 5 minutes of
inactivity, the WELCOME screen will automatically
be displayed with the password required to
access the Admin Utility functions.
NOTE: Password protection can be disabled at any time by selecting “No Password Necessary.”
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NILES MUSIC SERVER SETUP
The IM-NET Integration Module will play all supported non-DRM (Digital Rights Management) music
files when they are accessed via a DLNA compliant music server. If you do not already have a DLNA
compliant music server to access your music library, you may utilize the Niles Music Server powered by
Twonky™. To install the Niles Music Server, please follow the instructions below. The Niles Music Server
must be installed on each computer where a music library resides. A license key is included with each IM-
Net module purchased. The license key can be used on up to 3 different computers in your home.
1) Open the Admin Utility using the web browser of
the computer you want to set up (see “Opening the
Admin Utility from Your Computer” on page 13).
2) Select [ Utilities ] from the Admin Utility menu.
3) Select [ Install Niles Music Server ].
4) The “Niles Music Server Powered by Twonky™”
screen is displayed, which includes the License
Key needed for the installation*. Copy the unique
License Key for later use.
5) Select [ Install for Mac ] or [ Install for PC ],
depending on the type of computer. For PCs,
an executable file will be downloaded to your
computer. Follow the instructions. For Macs, a
zip file will be downloaded containing the Niles
Music Server application. Follow the instructions.
See the “IM-NET Installation Do’s and Don’ts”
included with the module for more information.
6) Enter the License Key when requested.
7) Continue following the installation instructions.
When finished, you will be returned to the Admin
Utility’s “Niles Music Server by Twonky™” screen.
8) Select [ Discover ]. This links the Niles Music
Server to the IM-NET module. If the link was
successful, you will be notified. If the Discovery
Failed, select [ Try Again ] or [ Cancel ].
MANAGING THE IM-NET SERVICES
* Each IM-Net module will supply a unique license key that is valid on up
to 3 computers. If you have more than 3 computers with unique music
libraries and more than 1 IM-Net module, you may use the license
key(s) available from your other IM-Net modules to continue installing
Niles Music Server software on any additional computers. If you should
require additional license keys, please contact Niles Technical Support
at 1-800-289-4434 (Toll-free in the USA and Canada).
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MANAGING AND PERFORMING SOFTWARE UPDATES
For optimum performance, the IM-NET Integration Module should have the latest available version of its
operating software. NOTE: This software is different from the ICS system software installed by your ICS
dealer. Niles is constantly striving to improve products, so a software version may be available that is
newer than what was originally installed. If your network is connected to the Internet you can choose to
receive these updates automatically or choose to manually update them when you are ready to do so.
Scheduling automatic updates:
1) Select [ Utilities ] from the Admin Utility Menu.
2) Click [ Settings ] in the “Software Updates”
section.
3) If you choose to, “Enable Remote Updates”
please ensure the time of day is a time when you are
most likely not using your system as software updates
can take up to 20 minutes to complete.* (You must
have an internet connection throughout the entire
updating process).
4) Select your time zone.
Performing manual software updates:
1) Select [ Update Now ] to perform a manual
software update.
2) Select “Download and Install the New Software
from the Niles Support Server (recommended)”.
Only select “Browse for New Software on a Local
Source (advanced)” when instructed by a Niles
Technical Support Specialist.
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3) If an update is available, the software update will
automatically begin to download and install.
4) If your system software is already up to date, the
Admin Utility will notify you that an update is not
necessary. Select [ OK ] to exit.
5) When the software download is complete, the
IM-NET will restart in approximately 25 seconds.
The Admin Utility will automatically close.
IMPORTANT: During this process, it is possible
that a new IP Address will be assigned to the
IM-NET. To make further changes, please confirm
the IP Address and reconnect to the IM-NET
using the Admin Utility. (See page 12).
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