TerraTec NOXONiRadio Operating and maintenance manual

Detailed manual
Version: LF4
Status 04/04/2008

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The current version of this manual is available for download as a PDF file in the support area at www.terratec.com.
Subject to change without notice.
CE / FCC Declaration
We:
TerraTec Electronic GmbH ·Herrenpfad 38 ·D-41334 Nettetal
hereby declare that the product:
NOXON iRadio for iPod (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
•EN 301 489-1 (2005-09)
•EN 301 489-17 (2002-08)
•EN 60950-1:2001+A11:2004
•EN 300 328 (2006)
•EN 50371:2002
•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 ANSI C63.4:2003.
This declaration is based on:
Test report(s) of the ADT Corp. testing laboratory
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"This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this
product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorised Microsoft subsidiary.
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia

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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 .................................................................................................................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 input ("Line In")..................................................................................................9
2.7 The output for a second speaker ("Speaker Out")...............................................................................9
2.8 The analogue audio output ("Line Out") ...........................................................................................10
2.9 The digital audio output ("Digital Out").............................................................................................10
2.10 The iPod port .................................................................................................................................10
2.11 The USB port .................................................................................................................................12
2.12 The headphone output...................................................................................................................12
2.13 The Reset button ...........................................................................................................................12
3 - The remote control and the buttons on the NOXON ...............................................................................13
3.1 The most important buttons for fast orientation ................................................................................13
3.2 Additional buttons and their functions ..............................................................................................14
3.3 Entering letters ................................................................................................................................16
3.4 SMS quick-search in lists ................................................................................................................16
4 - The first time: switching on the NOXON. ...............................................................................................17
4.1 The network configuration wizard ....................................................................................................17
4.2 Wired or radio? ................................................................................................................................17
4.3 For deeper understanding: about routers, SSID, MAC & IPs..............................................................18
4.4 Before setup: network profiles .........................................................................................................19
5 - Scenario 1 – the wired network integration...........................................................................................20
5.1 If you are using a proxy server… .....................................................................................................20
6 - Scenario 2 – the wireless network integration ......................................................................................22
6.1 Not unimportant: the location...........................................................................................................22
6.2 Wireless integration using a router...................................................................................................23
6.3 Setting up the wireless connection on the NOXON............................................................................24
7 - The setup menu of your NOXON ...........................................................................................................25
8 - Use and playback options .....................................................................................................................28
8.1 First of all: What your iRadio is telling you ........................................................................................28
8.2 The display modes...........................................................................................................................29
8.3 Playback from your iPod ..................................................................................................................30
8.4 Playback from a USB storage device ................................................................................................30
8.5 Your new FM radio...........................................................................................................................31
8.6 Internet radio – a whole new world of radio! ....................................................................................32

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8.7 Managing favourites and own stations.............................................................................................33
8.8 Interactive content with "My NOXON" ..............................................................................................36
8.9 Podcast & Radio-On-Demand function.............................................................................................38
8.10 The wake-up functions.................................................................................................................. 39
8.11 The sleep timer function................................................................................................................41
8.12 Playing music files from the local network .....................................................................................42
9 - Your own UPnP music server................................................................................................................ 44
9.1 Twonky Media................................................................................................................................. 44
9.2 UPnP servers and Macintosh ........................................................................................................... 47
9.3 UPnP media server alternatives .......................................................................................................47
9.4 Managing and playing DRM audio files............................................................................................48
9.4.1 Windows Media Player 11 ..........................................................................................................49
Appendix................................................................................................................................................... 50
A Concepts and solutions—for the technically inclined… ......................................................................50
A1 Creating your own Favourites from links.........................................................................................50
B Extracting Internet radio URLs ............................................................................................................ 51
B1 Synchronising multiple NOXONs.....................................................................................................52
B2 Installation under Windows operating systems ...............................................................................52
B3 NOXON settings .............................................................................................................................54
B4 Backing up favourites using the Favourites Commander.................................................................54
B5 The necessary basic knowledge.....................................................................................................56
B6 Known issues.................................................................................................................................57
C Firmware Update................................................................................................................................59
C1 Firmware update via web interface ................................................................................................59
C2 Firmware update without PC ..........................................................................................................60
D FAQ – Other questions and solutions..................................................................................................61
E Technical glossary..............................................................................................................................62
F Service at TerraTec ............................................................................................................................64
G General terms and conditions of service .............................................................................................65

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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, conven-
ient access to thousands of Internet radio stations worldwide, to audio content within your home network
and even to external USB storage media—via wired and wireless network connections!
NOXON iRadio for iPod
We would like to start by exciting your imagination a bit and introducing the central features of your new
device.
Access 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.
Or better still, straight from your mobile device! Alternatively, place your files on an external USB2 hard
drive and connect it to the USB port of the NOXON for access to all of your audio treasures. The NOXON
iRadio for iPod also has a port for iPods—this is the easiest way possible to play back iPod audio contents,
and in addition the NOXON charges the device when it's not in use.
Always online, always something to listen to! The NOXON is an ideal complement to your DSL or other
broadband Internet connection. With a flat-rate connection, you can use the NOXON to enjoy the wide selec-
tion of radio stations on the Internet (regardless of whether you access the Internet via your desktop, laptop
or router). The NOXON is your key to completely new, active radio listening pleasure—with over 10000
stations on the Internet!
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.

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It's a whole different world of radio on the Internet! Your new "service area" is the world—from Albania
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 Internet 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.
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! International news stations have their own cate-
gory, 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, bewilder-
ing abundance of new radio stations, your NOXON arranges and organises them all for you! More about this
later.
Premium audio without noise. We have provided the NOXON with an optical (TOSlink) digital output, let-
ting you transfer the signal to high-quality HiFi environments without losses. But bear in mind that the re-
production quality can only ever be as good as the input material: though they are constantly being im-
proved, some Internet sources still don't satisfy more discerning quality standards, because the data rate is
limited—usually sacrificed for faster transmission speeds. On the other hand, this may not be so very im-
portant, considering the vast selection and the worldwide availability, which after all is quite respectable…
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 manual
in detail when you get the chance. In addition to the important information about the use of its technology,
we have outlined a number of typical applications wherever appropriate. We're convinced that even experi-
enced 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...
•Keep the device away from radiators and ensure that the player is at a safe distance from other
HiFi devices to prevent overheating.
We recommend setting up the iRadio at a minimum distance of 10cm to walls or other solid objects
behind it for optimal sound and realistic bass response.
•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.) If 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 cable itself. In addition, be sure to unplug the device from the AC outlet in the event of a thun-
derstorm.
•If 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.
•Place the device on a level, dry surface to prevent fire and electrical shock hazards as well as pos-
sible damage to the player itself.
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 CDs, depending on the delivered pack-
age, with digital detailed 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 your 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
WLAN antenna port
B
FM antenna port
C
Line out
D
Digital audio output (TOSlink)
E
Reset button
F
Network port (RJ-45)
G
Connection for power supply
H
iPod dock
I
USB port (Master/Type A)
J
Speaker connector
(the NOXON iRadio speaker for the NOXON iRadio for iPod
can be bought separately in stores or in the TerraTec
Webshop.)
K
Line-In
L
On/off switch
M
Label with the MAC address
1
Headphone output
(3.5 mm or 1/8" jack)
More about the connectors on the next few pages.
On the back of your NOXON you will see a label with the MAC address [M]. You'll need this intriguing little
access code when you want to 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 33 under "Managing favourites
and own stations".
OK, on we go …

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2.2 The power adapter socket
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 re-
placement, please contact our service, see page 64.
2.3 WLAN antenna connector ("WLAN")
If you have access to a wireless LAN (WLAN), screw the antenna
provided onto this connector.
If 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 integratetheNOXONintoyournet-
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 "di-
rectly" 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 intermediate devices, use a crossover
cable instead of a standard network cable.
Two LEDs near the port show the status of the link: orange indicates a live connection to the network junc-
ture ("node"); network traffic is signalled by a green LED (usually
flickering).
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 iRadio for iPod
package includes a handy dipole antenna, which fits this connector.
2.6 The analogue audio input ("Line In")
The Line In connector allows you to connect portable CD players or other
mobile audio devices in order to play back their audio content via the
NOXON. To do so, you need an analogue cable with a 3.5mm (1/8") ste-
reo plug for connection to the NOXON. For the signal to be audible, you
have to enable it under "Line In" in the main menu.
2.7 The output for a second speaker ("Speaker Out")
By connecting a second passive mono speaker, you can enjoy stereo audio output. Just plug it in and listen
away. For the right sound characteristics, we recommend the "NOXON iRadio Speaker", which can be
bought separately in stores or in the TerraTec Webshop. When the output is used, the built-in NOXON
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2.8 The analogue audio output ("Line Out")
The line output on the back of the device is intended to be connected to
the 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
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.
2.9 The digital audio output ("Digital Out")
Use this output to connect a digital amplifier using an optical cable (also known as an optical waveguide or
TOSlink). One of the advantages of digital transmission of the audio signal to the amplifier is that interfer-
ence cannot affect the signal and reduce the quality as can occur with analogue transmission. You can also
connect the optical input of a MiniDisc recorder to this output to save the playback on MD.
The output uses the S/PDIF (Sony / Philips Digital Interface) protocol. This is a standard protocol for digital
transmission of audio signals, and it is supported by just about any device with a digital interface.
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.
Note: in its DRM license agreement (Digital Rights Management), Microsoft stipulates that the digital output
must be disabled when playing content with DRM protection. That's not very nice, but there's nothing we
can do about it. Luckily we still have MP3 … (see also p. 47).
2.10 The iPod port
For proud iPod owners, there's a recess on the top of the device
with an iPod docking station. To use it, remove the protective
cover. This port allows you to play back and charge your iPod
quickly and easily. For playback, the iPod is controlled directly
from the NOXON main menu—of course, you can make a selec-
tion and operate it by remote control as well.
You have to put an iPod insert or adapter in the recess around
the docking station before you can use it—it should be included