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Setting up a music server
In order for the WLD+211 to play music files from a
computer, the computer must be set up to share files or
media.
UPnP media sharing allows devices like the WLD+211
to play music from a shared media library, navigating
through tag menus such as Artist, Album or Genre. If you
are running a suitable server system such as a PC
running Windows 7 or later and Windows Media Player
12 or later (WMP), and your music library is well-tagged,
then it is recommended to use media sharing. Only the
UPnP server needs to be set up.
Note: iTunes does not currently work as a UPnP media server, but
there are add-ons available (such as Allegro Media Server™ for
Macintosh or PC) to work with an iTunes library. Alternatively if you
are a PC user simply install and run Windows Media Player (version
12 or later) and add your iTunes library to the media library in
Windows Media Player. You will be able to continue to use iTunes as
your primary source of music library management and Windows
Media Player will update automatically making your music always
available on the WLD+211.
Sharing media with Windows Media Player
The most common UPnP server is Windows Media
Player (12 or later). Alternatively, other UPnP platforms
and servers may be used. To set up WMP 12 for media
sharing, perform the following steps:
1. Ensure that the PC is connected to the network.
2. Ensure that the WLD+211 is powered on and
connected to the same network.
3. In WMP, add to the media library the audio files
and folders you want to share with The WLD+211
(Library > Add to Library…).
4. In WMP, enable media sharing by clicking on
Stream and then selecting Turn on media
streaming…)
5. In the next dialogue box click Turn on media
streaming
6. In the final dialogue screen you will see the
WLD+211T shown as allowed for media streaming.
Your newly shared media library will now be listed under
Music Player > Shared Media on the WLD+211
Note: The WMP UPnP service runs in the background; there is no
need to start WMP explicitly each time.
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