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Use the Modem Router as a Media Server
The modem router comes set up to work as a ReadyDLNA media server.You can set up the modem router to play
music from iTunes Server and media from TiVo.
This chapter contains the following sections:
•
Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings
on page 177
•
Rescan the Media Files for Content
on page 177
•
Play Music From a Storage Device With iTunes Server
on page 178
•
Play Media From a USB Device on TiVo
on page 180
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Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings
By default, the modem router functions as a ReadyDLNA media server, which lets you view movies and photos on
DLNA/UPnP AV-compliant media players, such as Xbox360, Playstation, and NETGEAR media players.
To specify media server settings:
1.
Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
2.
Enter
.
A login window opens.
3.
Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is
admin
.The default password is
password
.The user name and password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4.
Select
ADVANCED > ReadySHARE > Media Server
.
The Media Server (Settings) page displays.
5.
Specify the settings:
•
Enable Media Server
. Select this check box to enable this device to function as a media server.
•
Enable TiVo support
. Select this check box if you want to play USB or ReadyNAS media on your TiVo
device. See
Play Media From a USB Device on TiVo
on page 180.
6.
Click the
Apply
button.
Your settings are saved.
7.
To change the name of the media server, click the
Edit
button.
The LAN Setup page displays.
8.
In the
Device Name
field, type a new device name for the modem router.
By default, the device name is D7800.
9.
Click the
Apply
button.
Your settings are saved.
Rescan the Media Files for Content
When new media files are added, the modem router scans for content automatically.You can also rescan the media
files for content.
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To rescan the media files for content:
1.
Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
2.
Enter
.
A login window opens.
3.
Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is
admin
.The default password is
password
.The user name and password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4.
Select
ADVANCED > ReadySHARE > Media Server
.
The Media Server (Settings) page displays.
5.
Click the
Rescan media files
button.
The modem router rescans for content.
Play Music From a Storage Device With iTunes Server
iTunes Server lets you play music with your Windows or Mac iTunes app from a storage device that is connected
to the modem router.You can also use the Apple Remote app from an iPhone or iPad to play music on any AirPlay
devices, such as Apple TV or AirPlay-supported receivers.
Figure 13. Play music on a USB device with iTunes
Supported music file formats are MP3, AAC, and FLAC. The maximum number of music files supported is 10,000.
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To specify iTunes server settings:
1.
On your iPhone or iPad, find and connect to the WiFi network.
2.
Launch the Remote app.
3.
Tap the
Add a Device
button.
A passcode displays.
4.
Specify the passcode in the modem router:
a.
Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
b.
Enter
.
A login window opens.
c.
Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is
admin
. The default password is
password
. The user name and password are
case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
d.
Select
ADVANCED > ReadySHARE > Media Server
.
e.
Select the
Enable iTunes Media Server (Music Only)
check box.
f.
If the
Enter Passcode displayed on the Remote App
field is masked, click the
Apply
button.
g.
Enter the passcode.
h.
Click the
Allow Control
button.
i.
Click the
Apply
button.
Your settings are saved.
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On your iPhone or iPad, the ReadySHARE music library displays in the remote app.You can play this music
on AirPlay devices.
Play Media From a USB Device on TiVo
You can set up your TiVo to access media files stored on a USB device that is connected to your modem router.
The TiVo must be on the same network as the modem router. This feature supports the following file formats:
•
Video
. See and play MPEG1, and MPEG2 files.
•
Music
. See and play MP3 files.
•
Pictures
. View images in
.JPG
format.
You can use the TiVo (Series 2 and up) Home Media Option to play photos and music on your Windows or Mac
computer in your TiVo user interface.
Set Up the Modem Router to Work With TiVo
To set up the modem router to work with TiVo:
1.
Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
2.
Enter
.
A login window opens.
3.
Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is
admin
.The default password is
password
.The user name and password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4.
Select
ADVANCED > ReadySHARE > Media Server
.
The Media Server (Settings) page displays.
5.
Make sure that the
Enable TiVo support
check box is selected.
6.
If you changed the setting, click the
Apply
button.
Your settings are saved.
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