Omnifi DMS1 User manual

DMS1
omnifimedia.com
User Manual

FORWARD
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Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of the world's finest brand of network connected media players.At Omnifi we are
pleased you chose our product.Through years of engineering expertise, hand craftsmanship and critical testing procedures,
we have created a product that gives you versatility in utilizing and listening to your music.
For Omnifi products designed to be installed in an automobile, for maximum performance we recommend you have your
new Omnifi product installed by an Authorized Omnifi Dealer. Please read your warranty and retain your receipt and
original carton for possible future use.
Great product and competent installations are only a piece of the puzzle when it comes to your system. Make sure that
your installer is using 100% authentic installation accessories from Connecting Punch in your installation. Connecting
Punch has everything from RCA cables and speaker wire to power line and battery connectors. Insist on it! After all, your
new system deserves nothing but the best.
To get a free brochure on Omnifi products and Omnifi accessories,
in the U.S. call 1-800-366-1619 or FAX [phone].
For all other countries, call +001-480-967-3565 or FAX [phone].
PRACTICE SAFE SOUND™
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100dB may cause permanent hearing loss.
High powered sound systems may produce sound pressure levels well over 130dB. Use common
sense and practice safe sound.
If, after reading your manual, you still have questions regarding this product, we recommend that you see your Omnifi
dealer. Please visit www.omnifimedia.com for installation and application support. If you need further assistance, you can
call us direct at 1-800-295-1049. Be sure to have your serial number, model number and date of purchase available when
you call.
The serial number can be found on the outside of the box. Please record it in the space provided below as your
permanent record.This will serve as verification of your factory warranty and may become useful in recovering your
product if it is ever stolen.
Serial Number: _________________________________________
Model Number: ________________________________________

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PREFACE iv-viii
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Proprietary Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Radio Frequency Interference Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Important – Please Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
Software License (“License”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
U.S. Government Restricted Rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION 1-2
Stream Music To Your Stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Easy To Install . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Simple To Manage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Bookmark Your Favorite Songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
The Omnifi Concept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
CHAPTER 2 – SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
STEP 1 – Installing SimpleCenter Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CHAPTER 3 – CONNECTING OMNIFI 4-6
STEP 2 – Connecting the Omnifi Digital Media Streamer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Remote Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Ethernet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
WiFi (wireless) Connection (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CHAPTER 4 – PLAYING MUSIC 7-13
STEP 3 – Getting Started Playing Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Omnifi Control Features and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Omnifi Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Browsing the Media Library on Your Omnifi DMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Playing Tracks on Your Omnifi Digital Media Streamer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
CHAPTER 5 – USING SIMPLECENTER 14-21
STEP 4 – Using SimpleCenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Description of SimpleCenter Toolbar Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing Your Media at the PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
CHAPTER 6 – SETTINGS & CONFIGURATION 22-24
Configuring Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
TV Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Restore Factory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CHAPTER 7 – APPENDIX / TROUBLESHOOTING 25-26

SAFETY INFORMATION
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SAFETY INFORMATION
The following is a list of important safety instructions for operating your Omnifi.
Read Instructions Read all safety and operating instructions before you operate the product.
Cleaning Unplug this product from power before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
Attachments Do not attach products not recommended by the product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards, or may be incompatible.
Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water —for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
Power Sources Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label of the power supply (or power plug). If you are not sure of the
type of power supply, consult your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from other sources, refer to the specific operating
instructions.
Power Cord Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety.When the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Power and Data Cord Protection Route power and data supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
Remote Control If your product comes with a remote control, keep the remote control and
enclosed batteries away from children. Batteries may cause chemical burns or fire if
mishandled. Do not disassemble, recharge, or heat batteries. Dispose of or recycle
spent batteries appropriately, and replace with correct type and size.
Display Controller If your product comes with a display controller, keep the display controller away
from children.
Heat Situate the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, and other products that produce heat. If your product is designed for the
automobile, situate the product away from the engine compartment.
Rain or Moisture To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a fire or
electric shock.

PROPRIETARY MATERIAL
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PROPRIETARY MATERIAL
Information and software in this document is proprietary to Omnifi and without the express prior permission of an officer of
Omnifi, may not be copied, reproduced, disclosed to others, published, or used, in whole or in part, for any purpose other than
that for which it is being made available. Use of software described in this document is subject to the terms and conditions of the
Software License Agreement.This document is for information purposes only and is subject to change
without notice.
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE REGULATIONS
This equipment has been tested and has been found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause unwanted interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause unwanted interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined 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 and receiver.
• Connect 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 to help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Omnifi could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Notification of Canadian Requirements
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicable aux appareils numériques de
classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édictépar let Ministère des Communications du Canada.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of this internal wireless radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the
wireless radio shall be used in such a manner that the radio is 2.5 cm or further from the human body.
The internal wireless radio operates within guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, which
reflect the consensus of the scientific community. Omnifi therefore believes the internal wireless radio is safe for use by
consumers.The level of energy emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile
phones. However, the use of wireless radios may be restricted in some situations or environments, such as aboard airplanes.
If you are unsure of restrictions, you are encouraged to ask for authorization before turning on the wireless radio.
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SOFTWARE LICENSE
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IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ
THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY (“AGREEMENT”) CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU USE THE OMNIFI
HOME NETWORKING PRODUCT (“PRODUCT”) AND/OR INSTALL, DOWNLOAD OR USE ANY APPLICATION AND/OR
USB DRIVER SOFTWARE (“APPLICATION SOFTWARE”) PROVIDED WITH THE PRODUCT. BY USING THE PRODUCT
AND/OR INSTALLING, DOWNLOADING OR USING ANY OF THE APPLICATION SOFTWARE,YOU INDICATE YOUR
ACCEPTANCE OF EACH OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. UPON ACCEPTANCE,THIS AGREEMENT WILL BE A
LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND OMNIFI FOR THE USE OF THE APPLICATION SOFTWARE AND
ANY FIRMWARE PROVIDED WITH THE PRODUCT (COLLECTIVELY,“SOFTWARE”).THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT
APPLY TO YOU AND TO ANY SUBSEQUENT USER OF THE SOFTWARE.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT (I) DO NOT INSTALL OR USE THE
SOFTWARE AND (II) RETURN THE PRODUCT, SOFTWARE, INCLUDING ALL ASSOCIATED MEDIA, COMPONENTS,
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The Software and Product are not designed or intended for use in on-line control of aircraft, air traffic, aircraft navigation or
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LIMITED WARRANTY
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subject to restrictions as set forth in subdivision (C)(1)(ii) of The Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at 52.227-7013.The
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Omnifi warrants to the original end user customer that (i) the media on which the Application Software is provided (“Media”) will be free from
defects in material and workmanship under normal use, and (ii) the Application Software and Device Firmware will perform substantially as
described in its documentation; however, Omnifi does not warrant that such Application Software and Device Firmware will perform error
free or without bugs.These warranties shall not apply: (i) to any Product, Software or Media subjected to accident, misuse, neglect, alteration,
Acts of God, improper handling, improper transport, improper storage, improper use or application, improper installation, improper testing or
unauthorized repair; or (ii) to cosmetic problems or defects which result from normal wear and tear under ordinary use, and do not affect
the performance or use of the Product, Software and/or Media.These warranties apply only to a Product, Software and/or Media that are
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NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR,AND PROVIDES “AS IS”ANY SOFTWARE SUPPLIED BY 3RD PARTIES. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED IN THIS
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and Software or the uses to which you will put this Product and Software, you assume full responsibility for the selection of the Product and
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the Product and Software will be uninterrupted or error-free. Omnifi is not responsible for problems caused by the interaction of the Product
and Software with any other hardware or software.
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INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROD-
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INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS), OR FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY, EVEN IF
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or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.) IN NO CASE SHALL OMNIFI’S LIABILITY EXCEED
THE AMOUNTYOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT.
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discretion. Rockford Corporation offers a limited warranty on Omnifi products on the following terms:
Length of Warranty
1 year on all Omnifi products and accessories —90 days on remanufactured product —90 days on software
Software license and Limited Warranty
The SimpleServe software is never sold. Rockford licenses the software to the original customer for personal use only on the terms of this
License. Rockford retains ownership of the software.
What is Covered
This warranty applies only to Omnifi products sold to consumers by Authorized Omnifi Dealers in the United States of America or its posses-
sions. Product purchased by consumers from an Authorized Dealer in another country are covered by that country’s Distributor and not by
Rockford Corporation.
Who is Covered
This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Omnifi product purchased from an Authorized Omnifi Dealer in the United States. In order
to receive service, the purchaser must provide Rockford with a copy of the receipt stating the customer name, dealer name, product purchased
and date of purchase.
Products found to be defective during the warranty period will be repaired or replaced (with a product deemed to be equivalent) at Rockford’s
discretion.

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What is Not Covered
•Damaged to software, media or product caused by accident, abuse, improper operations, water, theft
•Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of product
•Service performed by anyone other than Rockford or an Authorized Omnifi Service Center
•Any product which has had the serial number defaced, altered, or removed
•Subsequent damage to other components or software
•Any cost or expense related to replacement of data files lost due to product malfunction
•Any product purchased outside the U.S.
•Any product not purchased from an Authorized Omnifi Dealer
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Any implied warranties including warranties of fitness for use and merchantability are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty
set forth above. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is
authorized to assume for Omnifi any other liability in connection with the sale of the product.
How to Obtain Service
Please call 1-800-295-1049 for Omnifi Customer Service. You must obtain an RA# (Return Authorization number) to return any product to
Omnifi. You are responsible for shipment of product to Omnifi.
Ship to:
Rockford Corporation
Warranty Repair Department
2055 E. 5th Street
Tempe,AZ 85281
RA#:___________________
This warranty is governed by the laws of Arizona.
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device, trade name Omnifi, DMS1 Media
Streamer, complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
The responsible party for this device compliance is:
Rockford Corporation
600 South Rockford Drive
Tempe, Arizona 85281 U.S.A.
In U.S.A., [phone]

INTRODUCTION
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1 Introduction
Stream Music To Your Stereo
Your Omnifi™Digital Media Streamer enables you to wirelessly stream high quality digital audio from your PC or the
Internet to high-fidelity stereo equipment located anywhere in your home.You no longer have to listen to your digital
music files and Internet radio streams on your computer speakers or headphones while your expensive home stereo
equipment sits unused!
Easy To Install
The easy-to-use SimpleCenter™software will have you playing digital music on your stereo in minutes. Included in
the Omnifi system is an Ethernet adapter that enables you to connect up to a home Ethernet network. If you have a
WiFi (802.11b) local area network, you can use the Omnifi WiFi Adapter to stream music wirelessly to stereo equipment
anywhere in the house.
We recommend that you follow our step-by-step installation guide in this manual to ensure that you install the Omnifi
and SimpleCenter software correctly.When the software is installed, and you’ve plugged Omnifi into your stereo, you’re
ready to stream your PC music collection as well as Internet audio services.
Simple To Manage
Here’s how it works. If your music is on CDs, use SimpleCenter to convert your CDs into MP3 files that are automatically
entered into its Media Library.You can also access media from a variety of Internet information and music services.
Use SimpleCenter to organize all of your music and Internet media.The Media Library in SimpleCenter automatically
organizes your music files based on artist, album, and genre.You can also build playlists to group the music you like (rock,
classical guitar, opera, etc.), or quickly create music mixes for any occasion (dinner music, party mixes, Saturday morning
tunes, etc.).
SimpleCenter also provides access to several top online audio services, providing access to thousands of Internet radio
stations.After you’ve added music with SimpleCenter, you can access and listen to all of the stored digital media, as well as
Internet streams, on your home stereo. Use the Omnifi remote control to select and play your playlists and favorite
Internet channels at your stereo.
Bookmark Your Favorite Songs
With a single button click, our exclusive Tag!™feature allows you to earmark any song at Omnifi and then get
information about the song in SimpleCenter at your PC—learn more about the artist, buy the CD, get album reviews,
preview tracks, and more!
Omnifi is simply the most convenient way to play CD-quality digital music and Internet audio on your home
stereo equipment.
The Omnifi Concept
Once you have installed SimpleCenter and experienced the benefits of fast and convenient media management at your
PC and streaming media at your entertainment center, you can experience all your media with the same user interface in
your automobile!
The Omnifi Digital Media Player is a companion product that integrates perfectly with your Omnifi Digital Media Streamer.
The Omnifi DMP1 uses a hard disk drive mounted in your car to provide all of your digital media at the touch of a finger.
Use SimpleCenter to select media that you want to synchronize.You can even use your wireless network to synchronize
the media in your car effortlessly. Learn more about the Omnifi Digital Media Streamer and how it works with
SimpleCenter at www.omnifimedia.com.

INTRODUCTION
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System Benefits
•Networking allows you to listen to digital music on your home stereo—without moving the PC to the living room
or next to your stereo, or spending precious time burning and re-burning CDs.
•Listen to MP3s and WMA files stored on your computer’s hard drive on your home stereo equipment.
•Access live Internet audio streams from all over the world and listen to them on your home stereo equipment.
•Rip your entire CD collection, build playlists, and customize your music in new and exciting ways.
•Access and interact with PC content at your home stereo using the Omnifi remote control.
•SimpleCenter supports multiple Omnifi Streamers –you can have several Streamers at different locations in your
home, and simultaneously stream different media to each.
•Tag content at Omnifi to learn more about it at your PC, including artist, album, purchase information, reviews,
and more.
•Use SimpleCenter to discover new music.You have access to thousands of Internet radio stations and online
MP3 and WMA tracks available to you from our Internet partners.
•Omnifi software is upgradeable.When new features and are released, you can upgrade your Omni software with
the touch of a button at the PC.
Using This Manual
The following sections provide information and instructions to install, configure, and operate the
Omnifi Digital Media Streamer (DMS).
Chapter 1 Introduction –this chapter.
Chapter 2 Step 1 –Installing SimpleCenter Software –describes how to install the SimpleCenter PC
application.
Chapter 3 Step 2 –Connecting the Omnifi Digital Media Streamer –describes how to connect and
set up your Omnifi Digital Media Streamer (DMS).
Chapter 4 Step 3 –Getting Started Playing Music –describes how to play music on your Omnifi DMS.
Along with all the controls and features the DMS has to offer.
Chapter 5 Step 4 –Using SimpleCenter –describes how to use SimpleCenter's features.
Chapter 6 Settings and Configuration –describes how to set up advanced networking features.
Chapter 7 Appendix/Troubleshooting –read this appendix if you need help on setting up or using your Omnifi.
Document Conventions
Before you begin using Omnifi, familiarize yourself with the stylistic conventions used in this manual:
Bold type Indicates text that you must type exactly as it appears, indicates a default value, or text appearing on a
button control in a dialog box or window
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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
2 Software Installation
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Introduction
Your Omnifi is powered by an integrated, easy-to-use software application called
SimpleCenter.SimpleCenter combines all of the features and functions required to
manage and discover digital media and to make that digital media available to all Omnifi
products including the Omnifi Digital Media Player and Omnifi Digital Media Streamer.
SimpleCenter includes a CD converting function (you can create MP3 files from your
CDs) as well as a powerful Media Library, including a playlist editor, for organizing
your digital media.You can also select media from a variety of Internet information and
music services and experience it all on your existing home entertainment equipment.
Use SimpleCenter to organize all of your music and Internet media.
System Requirements
Your computer must meet the following requirements:
•Computer with Pentium II 400Mhz or faster processor
•Windows®98SE™,Windows Me™,Windows 2000™,Windows XP™
•Minimum 128MB RAM (256 MB recommended)
•Minimum 75 MB of available hard drive space
•CD-ROM drive for installation
•Computer monitor configured for more than 256 colors
STEP 1 Installing SimpleCenter Software
To install SimpleCenter software on your computer:
1. Insert the Omnifi SimpleCenter CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
The SimpleCenter installation program automatically begins installing
SimpleCenter. If the installation program does not automatically start,
browse to your CD-ROM drive (usually the D: drive) in “My Computer”
on your desktop, and double-click SETUP.EXE.
2. SimpleCenter installation dialog box launches and loads the SimpleCenter
installer, figure 1. Click Next to begin installation.
3. Follow the instructions in the dialog boxes.To install SimpleCenter,you’ll
need to accept the terms of the End User License Agreement by clicking
Next.Then, click the Install button to continue. SimpleCenter displays
figure 2 while installing software files on your PC.
4. When SimpleCenter finishes installing the files, click Done, figure 3.
5. Now you’re ready to use SimpleCenter to manage your media.
SimpleCenter will have the basic items for using your Omnifi. Chapter 5 will
discuss using all the features SimpleCenter has to offer. For now, let's connect
the Omnifi Digital Media Streamer (DMS) to your system.
Figure 1
Figure 2
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STEP 2 Connecting the Omnifi Digital Media Streamer
Omnifi™Digital Media Streamer connects to your stereo via line level inputs. It
connects to your PC via a local area network.The Omnifi DMS includes an Ethernet
adapter. If you already have a Wi-Fi (802.11b) home wireless network, Omnifi can
be used with an integrated Wi-Fi wireless network adapter.This manual includes
instructions for setting up the Omnifi DMS for both Ethernet and WiFi.
The following items are packaged with the Omnifi Digital Media Streamer:
•Omnifi Digital Media Streamer
•Omnifi USB-to-Ethernet adapter
•Omnifi remote control
•2 AAA batteries
•RCA audio/composite video cable
•SimpleCenter™CD-ROM
•Quick Start Guide
•User Manual
NOTE: A Wi-Fi Network Adapter can be purchased separately.
Remote Battery Installation
1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote.
2 Install two (2) AAA batteries with the polarities correct as show by the diagram
inside the battery compartment of the remote.
NOTE: Do not mix new and old batteries or different kinds of batteries.To avoid
corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used for
one month or more. Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage
from corrosion.
Before proceeding, please observe the following precautions.
•Do not plug in the power cord until all other connections have been made.
•Always refer to the instructions that came with the component that you are
connecting to for specific procedures, warnings and options.
•For all analog connections, the red input jacks (R) are used for the right channel,
white input jacks (L) are used for the left channel, and yellow input jacks (V) are
used for the composite video connection.
•Make sure to insert all plugs and connectors securely. Improper connections can
result in noise, poor performance, or damage to the equipment.
•Do not bundle audio/video connection cables with power cords and speaker
cables. Doing so may adversely affect the picture and sound quality. For example,
run all the power cords down one side of the cabinet, all the signal cords down
the other side, and the speaker wires down the center.
2 AAA Batteries
CD-ROM
Remote
Omnifi
Digital Media
Streamer
USB to
Ethernet
Adapter
Optional
WiFi Adapter
RCA Cable

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Ethernet Connection
Follow the procedure below to set up your Omnifi Digital Media
Streamer with Ethernet. Refer to the following figures to help you
make the correct connections.
1. Place Omnifi near your stereo receiver (close enough so that
the RCA cable can reach your stereo).
2. Plug one end of the audio signal cable into the RCA jacks on
the back of Omnifi. Connect white to left and red to right. Plug
the other end of the audio cable into the corresponding left and
right RCA jacks on your stereo receiver. Use either the CD
inputs or the auxiliary inputs (or other inputs if these are
already in use). Figure 4.
3. Plug the yellow connector into the composite video jack on the
back of Omnifi and the other end into the corresponding jack
on your TV or AV receiver.The TV interface is optional.
NOTE: Omnifi’s default TV output mode is Composite Video.
If you are using an S-Video cable to connect the system,
you will have to change the Settings function on the
Omnifi. See Chapter 6 for details about the Settings functions.
4. Plug the USB connector for the Ethernet adapter into one of the
USB ports on the back of Omnifi. Figure 5.
5. Plug an Ethernet cable into the jack on the Ethernet adapter and to
your network hub, router or switch.
6. Plug the Omnifi power cord into an AC outlet.The first time you
plug your Omnifi DMS into AC power, Omnifi will start up.You will
see the Omnifi logo on the display and on the OSD (on Screen
Display) if you are using the TV interface.
NOTE: For Omnifi to start properly, SimpleCenter must be running
and active on the network.
CAUTION! Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug.A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other.The wide blade is provided
for your safety. If it does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
NOTE: For best results, do not plug your Omnifi into a switched
power output on your stereo receiver. Use an unswitched AC
power outlet so that your Omnifi will turn on instantly.
Omnifi will find SimpleCenter on your network.The Omnifi will show
a list of all compatible media servers. If you have a single PC on the
network and SimpleCenter is operating, the Omnifi display will show
SIMPLECENTER (Your Computer Name). Select this server (using
the SELECT button) and you will see your Media Library categories,
figure 6.
7. Switch on your stereo receiver, and ensure the stereo receiver is in the correct
input mode (if you used the auxiliary inputs, ensure your stereo is in auxiliary
mode; if you used the CD inputs, ensure your stereo is in CD mode).
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WiFi (wireless) Connection (Optional)
The following procedure describes how to set up your Omnifi Digital
Media Streamer with a D-Link®DWL-121 WiFi adapter (wireless local
area network).
1. Follow directions on the previous page for Ethernet Connection, but
instead of connecting the Ethernet adapter (# 4) to the Omnifi,
connect the Omnifi WiFi adapter to a USB port on the rear of the
Omnifi. Figure 7.
2. Place the Omnifi WiFi adapter in a location away from large metallic
objects.The Omnifi Wifi adapter includes an adjustable antenna so
that it may be placed in a horizontal or vertical orientation.The USB
cable allows you great flexibility in placing the WiFi adapter.
For example, if your Omnifi Digital Media Streamer is placed inside of a
stereo cabinet, best results will occur if the WiFi adapter is placed on
top of the stereo cabinet, or attached to the side of the stereo cabinet
but near the top.
CAUTION! To prevent damage to the WiFi adapter, keep away
from direct sunlight and/or components that
produce excessive heat.
3. Plug the Omnifi power cord into an AC outlet.When you plug your Omnifi DMS
into AC power you will see the Omnifi logo on the display, and on the TV if you are
using the TV interface:
4. The first time Omnifi starts up, you must select a wireless SSID. Omnifi will search
for a network.A message will appear stating that no network could be found. Using
the SCROLL KNOB or the DOWN ARROW button on the remote control, and
the SELECT button, scroll down the list shown on the Omnifi display and use the
SELECT button to select Settings > Wireless > SSID > Default, Figure 8.
Omnifi will scan for wireless network SSIDs.A list of all SSIDs will be shown on
the display. Select the SSID for the network on which your PC with SimpleCenter is
operating.
NOTE: If you have security (WEP) enabled on your wireless network, see page 24
for settings for your Omnifi.
After you select the correct SSID, press the LEFT NAVIGATE button twice.You will be
prompted to save the new settings. Select YES. Omnifi will display the message Saving
Your New Settings, this may take up to 20 seconds.
Omnifi will restart and find SimpleCenter on your network. If you have just one PC
on the network and SimpleCenter is operating, the Omnifi display will show
SIMPLECENTER (Your Computer Name). Select this server and you will see the
media categories, figure 9, if you have added media.
Yo u ’re now ready to browse your Media Library and play audio using your Omnifi
Digital Media Streamer.
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STEP 3 Getting Started Playing Music
Just a note;
Not only can you play music from your Omnifi, but with the features available with
SimpleCenter, you can also play internet radio, spoken word broadcasts, and other
services available from the web. For simplicity, in this chapter we are calling all these
features as "playing music". Don't let this fool you, as you use Omnifi you will see it
can do so much more than just play music.
To help you get started playing music on your Omnifi, this section covers the following
topics:
•Before you start
•Browsing the Media Library
•Playing tracks
•Browsing and playback control details
•Omnifi Features
Before You Start
Before you start playing music on your Omnifi:
1. Be sure that SimpleCenter software is running on your PC. See Chapter 2 for
details.After you install the software, SimpleCenter launches automatically each time
you start your PC. If SimpleCenter is running, there will be a small SimpleCenter icon
in the system tray on your PC.
2. Use the sample tracks that came with SimpleCenter or add music tracks to your
Media Library.This is explained in detail in Chapter 5.
3. Be sure the Omnifi is on.
4. Ensure the Omnifi is connected to the network with the PC running
SimpleCenter. See Chapter 3 for details. Omnifi will show a list of
all viable media servers.The following display example shows one avail-
able server on Garry’s PC, figure 10.
Figure 10

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Omnifi Control Features and Functions
This section describes all of the control features and functions found on the Omnifi front panel as
well as on the remote control. See figures 11-13.
1 –Power
To turn on Omnifi, press the POWER button.To turn off Omnifi, press the POWER button again.
When you press the power button, your Omnifi will return to its last functional state before you
turned it off. For example, if Omnifi was playing a song, it will return to the point in the song when it
was turned off, but in a paused state.
NOTE: If your Omnifi DMS functions erratically, you can reset the device by holding down
the POWER button until the power light turns red. Using the power button on the
remote works as well.
2 –Scroll Knob
The Scroll Knob is used to scroll up and down the list of items using the Omnifi display; turn the
knob counter-clockwise to scroll up, clockwise to scroll down.The Scroll Knob controls a line
highlight. Each tick on the Scroll Knob moves the line highlight by one line.
3 –Select
Press the Select button to select an item that you have navigated to that is highlighted on the display.
If the highlight is on a first or second level, pressing the Select button will navigate to the next lower
level, so it is equivalent to pressing the Navigate Right button.
If the highlight is on a track, pressing the Select button will initiate the playback of the track, so it is
equivalent to pressing the Play/Pause button.
4 –Play/Pause
Press this button to play the track highlighted on the display.
If the highlighted track is playing, press the Play/Pause button to pause playback of the track.
If the highlighted track is paused, press Play/Pause button to restart playback (playback will resume at
the paused point in the track).
5 –Navigate Right
Press the Navigate Right button to browse down a level, allowing you to explore what’s in a
highlighted item (such as a playlist or category--for example, the Genre category). If the current item
is a track, pressing this button activates playback of the track.
6 –Navigate Left
Press the Navigate Left button to browse to the left to a higher level. For example, if you’ve
navigated to the right to see the tracks in a particular playlist, you can press this button to go back
to a list of all of your playlists or to your Media Library categories.
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7 –Previous Track
Press this button during the first 4 seconds of a track to play the previous track.After Omnifi plays 4
seconds of a track, pressing this button causes Omnifi to restart playback of the current track.
While browsing through media, you can use this button to jump up through the list in 10%
increments. Example; If you have 100 files, pressing the Previous Track button will jump up the list
every 10 files until you reach the beginning of the list.
8 –Stop
Press this button to stop playback of the current track.
9 –Next Track
Press this button to play the next track.
While browsing through media, you can use this button to jump down through the list in 10%
increments. Example; If you have 100 files, pressing the Next Track button will jump down the list
every 10 files till you reach the end of the list.
10 –Presets
Setting Presets on the Omnifi Front Panel
The Omnifi includes a Preset function that allows you to set eight presets to playlists in your
Media Library.
The Presets list is located at the top level of the Omnifi interface. Press the Home button and then
the Navigate Left button to move the display to the top level.
You can set a Preset while browsing a playlist title, track title, or while a track is playing.
To program a preset for the currently playing track, press PRESET to enter Preset mode.The display
will show the list of presets. Press the button you want to program (1 to 8) for two seconds.
To program a preset for an item while browsing, press PRESET.The display will show the list of
presets. Press the button you want to program (1 to 8) for two seconds.
NOTE: Setting the preset for a track causes the entire playlist to be stored in the preset.
When the preset is programmed, the Omnifi display will revert back to your position before you
pressed the Preset button.
If a preset was previously programmed, it will be overwritten by the new preset.
Playing Presets
To play a preset, press PRESET, then momentarily press the preset button (1 to 8) you want to listen
to.
If you change your mind after pressing the PRESET button and don’t select a preset to play, press
PRESET again to exit preset mode and return to the current Omnifi display.
If you do not select a preset (1 to 8) within 6 seconds after pressing PRESET, Omnifi automatically
reverts to the current display.
You can also access your Presets list by pressing the PRESETS button and using the Scroll Knob to
scroll among the preset list. Use the Select button to play a preset.
11 –Home
Pressing the HOME button causes the display to jump to the top level of the Media Library,
starting with All Media. Omnifi displays a list of all of your media categories and playlist groups,
matching the order they are listed in the left pane of your SimpleCenter Media Library.
If the HOME button is pressed while a track is playing, the display will jump to the top level of the
Media Library, starting with All Media, and wait for 10 seconds for other button to be pressed
before returning the display to the currently playing track.
12 –Artist
Pressing the ARTIST button causes the display to jump to the top of the ARTISTS category in the
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13 –Album
Pressing the ALBUM button causes the display to jump to the top of the ALBUM category in the
Media Library.
14 –Genre
Pressing the GENRE button causes the display to jump to the top of the GENRE category in the
Media Library.
15 –Favorites
The Favorites list is located at the top level of the Omnifi interface. Press the Home button and then
the Navigate Left button to move the display to the top level.The FAVORITES function
(activated by pressing the FAV button) allows you to make make a playlist on your Omnifi Digital
Media Streamer.
Press the FAV button for two seconds to add the currently playing track to a playlist called
Favorites.The Omnifi displays a brief message indicating the track was added to the Favorites playlist.
The tracks in the Favorites playlist are listed in order by when they were added, with the most
recently added track at the top of the playlist.
When browsing, press the FAV button for two seconds to add the track to the Favorites playlist.You
can only add tracks to the Favorites playlist.
Your Favorites playlist can contain up to 20 tracks. If the Favorites playlist already contains 20 tracks,
adding a new track to the Favorites playlist will delete the track that has been in the playlist for the
longest period of time.
To play the Favorites playlist, press the FAV button momentarily. Omnifi will play the playlist starting
with the first (most recently added) track.
16 –Repeat
To repeat the current track, press the REPEAT button.The REPEAT icon will appear on the display.
To turn off repeat mode, press the REPEAT button again.
17 –Shuffle
To shuffle the current playlist category, press the SHUFFLE button while in that category or
playlist.The SHUFFLE icon will appear on the display.To turn off shuffle mode, press the SHUFFLE
button again.
Example; To shuffle all of your music, select "All Media" and then select SHUFFLE.To shuffle by an
artist, select Artist,Artist Name, and then select SHUFFLE.
18 –Ta g
The TAG function allows you to gather information on an artist or track and access lit later on, with
just one button press while you are in your car. Pressing the TAG button while a track is playing
causes the Omnifi to send the track and artist information to SimpleCenter which gathers a wealth of
information on the tagged tracks, this information will appear in the Music Explorer feature of
SimpleCenter. For more information, go to Chapter 3, Organizing Your Music.
To tag a track, press the TAG button while the track is playing.
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Omnifi Remote Control
The Omnifi IR remote control includes all of the functions available on the Omnifi
front panel plus some added features that make browsing even more convenient,
figure 13.The features unique to the remote control are described below:
19 –ESC (Escape)
Pressing ESC toggles between the playback display and the browse point on the
Omnifi LCD.
20 –Presets
Setting Presets using the Remote Control
To set a Preset using the remote control, simply press and hold the numbered PRESET,
buttons 1thru 8, you want to program for 2 seconds.
Playing Presets using the Remote Control
To play a preset assigned to a specific numbered button, press that numbered PRESET
button momentarily. Omnifi will begin to play the first song in the playlist assigned to
that preset number.
21 –4-Way Navigation Button-set
The UP and DOWN ARROW buttons on the remote activate scrolling on the Omnifi
interface. Pressing the UP or DOWN ARROW button moves the highlight line up or
down a single line on the Omnifi or TV display.
22 –Page
The PAGE buttons allow you to move up or down through the displayed list in your
Media Library by 10 lines. For example, pressing the PAGE DOWN button on the
right side of the remote control moves the text highlight down the list 10 lines.
Likewise, pressing the PAGE UP button moves the highlight up 10 lines.
23 –MUTE
Pauses the current song being played.
24 –Jump
The JUMP buttons allow you to move up or down through the displayed list in
your Media Library in 10 percent jumps. For example, if you start at the top of
your Artist list, you can jump one-tenth of the way down the list with each activa-
tion of the JUMP DOWN button.
Browsing the Media Library on Your Omnifi DMS
The controls on the Omnifi allow you to quickly navigate to your desired track
stored on your PC. Omnifi includes a set of navigation buttons that you use to
browse through your media, as well as the basic controls for music playback, such
as Start/Pause, Stop, Next Track, and Previous Track.When browsing, the Omnifi display
can show up to three lines of text.
Use the Scroll Knob, Right Navigate, Left Navigate, and Select buttons to navigate
through your audio media, figure 14.The Scroll Knob scrolls the white highlight
bar shown above (on All Media) quickly up or down through any list of text
shown on the display.An arrow on the left side of the white highlight bar indicates
that there is a level above the current level, and likewise an arrow on the right
side of the white highlight bar indicates that there is a level below the current
level, figure 15.
Figure 13
Figure 15
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The Right Navigate or Select button is used to move down a level.The Left Navigate
button is used to move up to a higher level category. Figure 16 shows how to browse
using the Omnifi controls.
You can navigate through the categories of the Media Library (All Media, Artists,
Artist/Album, Albums, Genres, Playlists) and also navigate within a category to individual
artists, albums, playlists, and tracks, as shown above. Omnifi also allows you to
configure settings, build a Favorites Playlist, and program Presets.
Items shown on the Omnifi display at the Media Library level match the contents
of the left pane in the Media Library tab of your SimpleCenter (All Media, Artists,
Artist/Album, Albums, Genres, Playlists) PC application. For information on how
SimpleCenter automatically organizes your music, see Chapter 5.The following is a list
and description of the options in the Media Library level on the Omnifi:
All Media A list of all your tracks in alphabetical order
Artist A list of all artists with tracks on your PC.
By activating the Select or Right Navigate button with the highlight is
on a specific artist, you will move down one level to a list of all of the
tracks of that artist in alphabetical order.
Artist/Album A list sorted by artists and by album.
By activating the Select or Right Navigate button with the highlight is
on a specific artist, you will move to a list of all of the albums then to
tracks sorted in alphabetical order.
Album A list of all albums.
If you navigate into the Album level by activating the Select or Right
Navigate button, and activate the button again with the highlight on a
specific album, you will move down one level to a list of the tracks on
that album.
Genre A list of all the music genres represented by tracks
on your PC.
If you select Genre and then activate the Select or Right Navigation
button with the highlight on a specific genre, you will move down one
level to a list of all the tracks of that genre in alphabetical order.
Playlists This level is a playlist group.
Playlists that you make or import using SimpleCenter are accessible
here by using the Select or Right Navigate button.
Using SimpleCenter, you can rename this level, or make other
custom-named playlist groups that contain playlists.
Figure 16