BARIX EXSTREAMER 100 - User Manual

EXSTREAMER 100
Network audio decoder for
commercial applications and
custom home installations
User Manual Version 07.07
For Standard Firmware V07.07
EXSTREAMER

Summary

Introduction

Exstreamer 100 Features

Package Contents

Device Installation

Install Music Server Program (zServer)

Guide to installing the zServer software for streaming MP3s.

Connect Exstreamer to Audio Equipment

Instructions on how to connect the Exstreamer to a stereo system.

Controlling the Exstreamer

User Web Interface Controls

Details the web browser interface controls for playback and settings.

Playlist Management

Describes how to select and manage playlists for playback.

Audio Settings Adjustment

Explains how to adjust audio settings like volume, bass, and treble.

CIFS;Samba Application Control

Instructions for using network shares (CIFS/Samba) for streaming.

Device Configuration Settings

Configuration Interface Overview

Explains the different frames and sections of the configuration interface.

Network Configuration

Details how to configure IP address, Netmask, and DNS settings.

Streaming Settings: Standard Mode

Configures how the Exstreamer receives audio streams using zServer.

Streaming Settings: CIFS;Samba Mode

Configures streaming using Windows or Linux network shares.

Audio Configuration

Allows adjustment of startup audio preferences like volume and EQ.

Playlist Behavior Settings

Adjusts properties for playlist behavior like shuffle and repeat.

Wireless LAN (WLAN) Settings

Configures wireless network settings for connectivity.

Control Port Settings

Adjusts control ports, IR source, and IR gateway properties.

Serial Port Configuration

Configures serial port, baud rate, data bits, and parity.

Device Security Settings

Manages passwords for different access levels to the device.

Factory Reset Procedure

Instructions on how to reset the device to its original factory settings.

Device Reboot Process

Procedure for restarting the Barix Exstreamer device.

Firmware Update Guide

Steps for updating the Exstreamer's firmware to the latest version.

Step-by-Step How-To Guides

How to Set a Static IP Address

Guide to manually assign a permanent IP address to the Exstreamer.

Stream Music from PC (Auto Detect)

Configures the device to stream music from a PC using zServer (auto detect).

Stream Music from Specific PC

Configures streaming from a specific PC with a fixed zServer IP address.

Stream Music from Web Server

Configures the Exstreamer to stream music from a standard web server.

Set as Streaming Puller

Configures the device to pull streams from MP3 jukeboxes or web radio.

Set as Streaming Receiver

Configures the device to receive streams from other applications.

IR Remote Control Operation

Advanced User Configuration

Network Config via Serial Cable

Step-by-step guide to configure network via serial cable and terminal.

Network Config via Telnet

Steps to configure network settings using Telnet.

Serial & Ethernet Control APIs

Details on control APIs for integration with automation systems.

Automatic IP Discovery Settings

Configures automatic IP address discovery functions like DHCP.

FAQ and Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

Glossary of Terms

BARIX EXSTREAMER 100 Specifications

General

Audio Support	Stereo
Audio Formats Supported	MP3, AAC, WMA
Network Interface	Ethernet 10/100 Mbps
Power Supply	5VDC
Protocols	HTTP, RTP
Connectors	RJ45
Audio Output	Stereo