TerraTec NOXON iRadio Cube User manual

Manual
English
Version: LF1.2
Status 02/09/2008

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CE / FCC Declaration
We:
TerraTec Electronic GmbH · Herrenpfad 38 · D-41334 Nettetal
hereby declare that the product:
NOXON iRadio Cube (Wireless audio adapter)
to which this declaration refers is in compliance with the following standards or standardising documents:
• EN 55022:2006, CLASS B
• EN 55024
•FCC Part15B
This device may only be used in the following environments and operating conditions: residential, commercial and industrial environments, as well
as small businesses. The basic protective requirements of EMC Directive 89/336/EEC are thus fulfilled. CE conformity has been demonstrated. As
stipulated in R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), this device corresponds to a Class 1 radio system (Commission Decision 2000/299/EC).
The device also complies with FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class B, and ANS C63.4:2003.
This declaration is based on:
Test report(s) of the ADT Corp. testing laboratory
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Contents
1 - Your new NOXON ...................................................................................................................................5
2 - The connectors of your NOXON ..............................................................................................................8
2.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................8
2.2 The power adapter socket ("POWER") ...............................................................................................9
2.3 WLAN antenna connector ("WLAN")...................................................................................................9
2.4 The network port ("LAN") ..................................................................................................................9
2.5 FM antenna connector ("FM")............................................................................................................9
2.6 The analogue audio output ("AUD O Out")........................................................................................10
2.7 The Reset button ("RESET").............................................................................................................10
3 - The remote control and the buttons on the NOXON...............................................................................11
3.1 The most important buttons for fast orientation ...............................................................................11
3.2 Additional buttons and their functions..............................................................................................12
3.3 Entering letters................................................................................................................................14
3.4 SMS quick-search in lists ................................................................................................................14
4 - The first time: switching on the NOXON................................................................................................15
4.1 The network configuration wizard....................................................................................................15
4.2 Wired or radio?................................................................................................................................15
4.3 For deeper understanding: about routers, SS D, MAC & Ps .............................................................16
4.4 Before setup: network profiles.........................................................................................................17
5 - Scenario 1 – the wired network integration..........................................................................................18
5.1 f you are using a proxy server….....................................................................................................19
6 - Scenario 2 – the wireless network integration......................................................................................20
6.1 Not unimportant: the location ..........................................................................................................20
6.2 Wireless integration using a router ..................................................................................................21
6.3 Setting up the wireless connection on the NOXON...........................................................................22
7 - The setup menu of your NOXON ..........................................................................................................23
8 - Use and playback options.....................................................................................................................26
8.1 First of all: What your NOXON is telling you......................................................................................26
8.2 The display modes ..........................................................................................................................27
8.3 nternet radio – a whole new world of radio!....................................................................................28
8.4 Managing favourites and own stations.............................................................................................29
8.5 nteractive content with "myNOXON"...............................................................................................31
8.6 Podcast & Radio-On-Demand function.............................................................................................34
8.7 Your new FM radio ..........................................................................................................................35
8.8 The wake-up function .....................................................................................................................36
8.9 The sleep timer function..................................................................................................................38
8.10 History...........................................................................................................................................38
8.11 Playing music files from the local network.....................................................................................38

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9 - Your own UPnP music server ............................................................................................................... 40
9.1 Twonky Media.................................................................................................................................40
9.2 UPnP servers and Macintosh...........................................................................................................43
9.3 UPnP media server alternatives.......................................................................................................43
9.4 Managing and playing DRM audio files............................................................................................44
9.4.1 Windows Media Player 11........................................................................................................45
Appendix ................................................................................................................................................... 46
A - Concepts and solutions—for the technically inclined…...................................................................46
A1 - Creating your own Favourites from links........................................................................................46
B - Extracting nternet radio URLs .........................................................................................................47
B1 - Synchronising multiple NOXONs ....................................................................................................48
B2 - nstallation under Windows operating systems ..............................................................................48
B3 - NOXON settings.............................................................................................................................50
B4 - Backing up favourites using the Favourites Commander................................................................51
B4.1 - nstallation..................................................................................................................................51
B4.2 - Connecting to a NOXON..............................................................................................................51
B4.3 - Operation ...................................................................................................................................52
B4.4 - Playing back password-protected nternet radio stations............................................................52
C - Dealing with tough network problems... ..........................................................................................53
C1 - The necessary basic knowledge ....................................................................................................53
D - Known issues..................................................................................................................................54
E - Firmware Update .............................................................................................................................56
E1 - Firmware update without PC..........................................................................................................56
E2 - Firmware update via web interface................................................................................................56
F - FAQ – Other questions and solutions ...............................................................................................58
G - Technical glossary...........................................................................................................................58
H - Service at TerraTec .........................................................................................................................60
- General terms and conditions of service............................................................................................61

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1 - Your new NOXON
Welcome!
We're pleased that you've chosen a TerraTec product. Your NOXON is designed to give you simple, con-
venient access to thousands of nternet radio stations worldwide and to audio content within your home
network—via wired and wireless network connections!
NOXON iRadio Cube
We would like to start by exciting your imagination a bit and introducing the central features of your new
device.
ccess your media library! The device integrates into your existing network with ease using a wireless
(called WLAN or Wi-Fi) or cable (Ethernet, LAN) connection. Simply add a media server to your network
(you'll find out how later in this manual) and your complete collection of audio files (MP3, WMA, WAV,
AAC+ etc.) will be available anywhere in your home.
lways online, always something to listen to! The NOXON is an ideal complement to your DSL or other
broadband nternet connection. With a flat-rate connection, you can use the NOXON to enjoy the wide se-
lection of radio stations on the nternet (regardless of whether you access the nternet via your desktop,
laptop or router). The NOXON is your key to completely new, active radio listening pleasure—with over
10000 stations on the nternet!
The days are over in which you were stuck with listening to the programming on a handful of decent FM
stations in your "service area"—and the sometimes strange musical tastes of their program directors. No
more waiting for programs featuring your favourite music to come on at odd times of day, and then having
to put up with annoying commercials! And even then, it was rare to hear the sort of tunes you would put on
your shelf at home—or the right sounds to match your momentary mood.
It's a whole different world of radio on the Internet! Your new "service area" is the world—from Alba-
nia to Zambia, and everywhere in between!
Now you can count on the right music at any hour of the day or night—the choice is all yours. The options
are virtually limitless. Your NOXON and the included vTuner premium service lifetime subscription (more
about that later) puts the vast and growing world of nternet radio at your fingertips. Each of the many pre-
sorted categories (rock, pop, hip-hop, alternative, jazz, blues, classical, news and much more) can contain
up to several hundred stations from around the world.

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And that's not all. There are even more ways for you to use your NOXON: Practice listening to foreign lan-
guages, or take an audio tour to exotic and faraway places! nternational news stations have their own
category, as do speciality stations for sports, comedy, weather and much more. Thanks to your NOXON,
you can feel right at home while in distant lands—and vice versa. Expand your horizons and keep your
finger on the world's pulse—put the thrill back into radio! And to make sure that you don't get lost in the
new, bewildering abundance of new radio stations, your NOXON arranges and organises them all for you!
More about this later.
Hand and glove. The NOXON not only has a fixed MAC address, but it also supports WEP / WPA and WPA2
encryption to ensure a long and happy integration in your network. The device can also connect to proxy
servers with ease, thanks to a convenient wizard. Don't worry if some of these terms don't mean anything
to you right now—we'll walk you through the setup on the following pages so that you'll be up and running
in no time, even as a network newbie.
Last but not least: We hope you enjoy your NOXON, and would like to suggest that you browse this man-
ual in detail when you get the chance. n addition to the important information about the use of its technol-
ogy, we have outlined a number of typical applications wherever appropriate. We're convinced that even
experienced users will profit from this guide.
Thank you very much.
...your TerraTec Team

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Setup, safety and care information.
You need to be aware of some basic information before you start...
•Do not place objects filled with liquid such as vases or bottles on the audio player.
•n addition, be sure to unplug the device from the AC outlet in the event of a thunderstorm.
•Place the device on a level, dry surface to prevent fire and electrical shock hazards as well as possible
damage to the player itself.
•Keep it away from radiators and ensure that the player is at a safe distance from other HiFi devices to
prevent overheating.
•Use the accompanying power supply unit. Be sure that the voltage is correct before connecting the
power supply. (Details are printed on the power supply itself.) f you are not going to use the device for
an extended period, disconnect it from the power supply. To avoid short circuits, never pull on the ca-
ble itself. n addition, be sure to unplug the device from the AC outlet in the event of a thunderstorm.
•f the device has been exposed to extreme differences in temperature, allow it to adjust to the room
temperature for one hour before plugging it in. Condensation may have formed inside the device which
impairs its functionality.
•Use a dry or slightly moistened, lint-free cloth to clean the NOXON. Do not use cleaning products as
they may damage the finish of the unit.
To put it simply, just use the device sensibly. The warranty does not cover deliberate damage to the de-
vice, of course. Thank you.
From opening the package to installation
Start by making sure that the contents of the package are complete. The NOXON package should contain at
least the following items:
•The NOXON as a receiver,
•a device-specific power supply
•an infrared remote control including batteries
•software CD with digital manual (also available
online)
•this manual and a quick start guide
•a service request form
•and a TerraTec registration card with the serial
number.
So, before you put your NOXON into operation, please check the configuration of your system and network
to ensure that they correspond to the minimum requirements listed on the package. We cannot guarantee
its correct operation if your environment does not meet these requirements.

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2 - The connectors of our NOXON
2.1 Overview
After taking the NOXON out of its packaging material, take a moment to get to know its connectors and
controls.
A Connection for power supply
B Reset button
C WLAN antenna port
D Audio output (3.5 mm - 1/8")
E On/off switch
F FM antenna port
G Network port (RJ-45)
H Label with the MAC address
More about the connectors on the next few pages.
On the back of your NOXON you will see a label with the MAC address [H]. You'll need this intriguing little
access code when you want to register for expanded trial options at www.my-noxon.net (see p. 31) or take
advantage of the online capability of vTuner—the service that conjures up all those radio stations on your
NOXON. For more information, see page 29 under "Managing favourites and own stations".
OK, on we go …

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2.2 The power adapter socket ("POWER")
Plug the power adapter in here. Please use the supplied adapter.
While some universal power adapters feature the same plugs and
voltage, their amperage is not sufficient. Should you need a replace-
ment, please contact our service, see page 60.
2.3 WLAN antenna connector ("WLAN")
f you have access to a wireless LAN (WLAN), screw the antenna pro-
vided onto this connector.
f possible, ensure that the antenna is set to a vertical position to
ensure the best possible reception.
2.4 The network port ("LAN")
Use this port if you would like to integrate the NOXON into your net-
work via a wired connection. To distinguish it from the wireless or
WLAN connection, it is frequently referred to as a LAN or Ethernet
port. The port supports data rates of 10 and 100 Mbps. To connect
the NOXON to your router in this manner, use a standard network
cable (twisted pair with RJ45 plugs). To connect the NOXON "directly"
to your desktop PC or laptop, either use a network switch (also known
as a bridge) or a hub. To connect the NOXON without any intermedi-
ate devices, use a crossover cable instead of a standard network
cable.
Two LEDs near the port show the status of the link: they indicate a live connection to the network juncture
("node"); network traffic is signalled by a (green) LED.
2.5 FM antenna connector ("FM")
Still just white noise on the airwaves? For better reception, plug an
FM antenna (coaxial, 75 ohm) in here! The NOXON package includes
a handy dipole antenna, which fits this connector.

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2.6 The analogue audio output ("AUDIO Out")
The Audio output on the back of the device is intended to be con-
nected to the Audio / Line input of a HiFi amplifier or a pair of active
speakers (speakers with built-in amplifiers). The output is designed
for a voltage level of 2.2 VRMS. Before making the audio connection
to your amplifier, please make sure the volume is at a suitable level to
prevent damage to your hardware or your ears.
2.7 The Reset button ("RESET")
Press this button of the NOXON to do a reset. f the NOXON ever
freezes unexpectedly, use this button to reboot the device.
To reset the device to its factory defaults—which will also perma-
nently clear all settings such as network keys—switch the device on
and press the reset button for at least 20 seconds before releasing it
again. Then the NOXON restarts and it will be back in its original
state. t will be necessary to run the installation procedure again at
this point.
Before making such a drastic move, try a soft reset first: press and hold the POWER button on the remote
control for several seconds to trigger the soft reset.