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Installation Guide

MAX MMS-04S 

MultiMedia Server

MAX MMS-04S Multimedia Server

The MAX MMS-04S Multimedia Server (FIG. 1) utilizes a RAID5 disk drive system to 
keep an ever expanding library of DVDs and CDs well organized, simple to access, 
and easy to use. The MMS-04S server features a robust internal hard drive system 
that allows you to efficiently manage hundreds of DVDs and CDs.

The MMS-04S accommodates single and multi-room video distribution, allowing the 
user to search and select chapters, titles and tracks. Video is stored in native DVD 
format to fully capture the quality of the original video. Music is stored in native audio 
CD format (although the MMS provides playback of MP3 files as well).

The MMS-04S supports up to 25 MAX-AVM audio/video modules, via ethernet.

The MMS-04S supports up to 2 MAX-AOM audio-only modules, via USB. 

Product Specifications

Initial Setup and Configuration

The following sections describe the basic process of setting up the MMS server and 
making the configurations required to get the server up and running with one or more 
MAX-AVM and/or MAX-AOM modules.

Follow the directions outlined below, and refer to FIG 1 for the location and orientation 
of the connectors mentioned in these steps.

Use the WinMAX software to add/remove content on the MMS server, and control 
playback. Additional documentation, including the 

WinMAX Software Instruction 

Manual 

and the 

MAX by AMX Reference Guide

 are available online at www.amx.com. 

Note

: Static electricity can damage electronic circuitry. Before touching the MMS, 

discharge any accumulated static electricity from your body by touching a grounded 
metal object.

Network Segment Layout for MMS Servers

It is required that the 

control

 segment of the network is kept separated from the 

(switched) 

content delivery

 segment, as indicated in FIG. 2.     

Step 1: Connect a Mouse, Keyboard and VGA Monitor

Connect a PS/2 mouse and keyboard, and a VGA monitor directly to the MMS server 
to access the on-board interface, called the 

MAX Admin Menu

 (FIG. 3)

You’ll use the 

options in the Admin Menu to configure communication settings and add/remove 
MAX-AVM and MAX-AOM modules.

Note

: Alternatively, you can access the MAX Admin Menu via Telnet, using the Server 

Configuration feature in the WInMAX software. This requires that the MMS server is 
configured with an IP address and Subnet Mask settings which are appropriate for 
your network configuration. Refer to “Step 7: Install and Configure WinMAX Software” 
for details.

Step 2: Connect the Power Cables and Apply Power

Note

: Consider using a UPS with the MMS server, modules and ethernet switch (if 

applicable).

1.

Connect both of the power supplies, using the supplied power cords.

2.

Push the Power On/Off pushbutton to apply power.

3.

Allow up to one minute for the MMS server to boot-up.

Shutting Down the MMS Server

Always shut down the MMS server is via the 

Shutdown

 command in the 

MAX Admin 

Menu

. This allows the operating system to shut down completely before power is 

removed, and prevents the time-consuming reinitialization process that results from an 
improper shut down (and cannot be cancelled).

Step 3: Access the MAX Admin Menu

Once the boot-up process is complete, the MAX Admin Menu (FIG. 3) is displayed:  

Working With the MAX Admin Menu

Use the arrow keys on the keyboard to highlight the desired option, and press 

Enter to make a selection. Do not use the arrow keys on your keyboard’s numeric 
keypad.

Beyond this menu, press the TAB button to navigate through the elements on the 

pages until an asterisk appears next to the desired selection.

Press the spacebar to make a selection (press again to de-select). 

FIG. 1  

MMS-04S MultiMedia Server (rear view)

MMS-04S (FG 2178-07) Specifications

Storage capacity:

• 1 terabyte of storage space
• 100 DVD (2,500 CD) capacity (approximate values)
• Approximately 25 CDs can be stored in place of 1 DVD

Power:

110-240 VAC, 50/60Hz

AC Current Draw 
(AMP): 

• 1.55A - Bootup/Power Cycle Peak
• 1.15A - Normal Usage Peak

Front Panel 
Components:
(remove Faceplate to 
access)

• 4 hot-swappable 250GB hard drives
• DVD/CDRW drive
• Drive Status LEDs
• Ventilated front cover

Rear Panel 
Components:

• Power Cable connector: IEC connector for AC power cable (included)
• Master Power Supply switch: Turns the power supply on/off
• Power On/Off button: Turns the MMS on/off
• PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse ports
• USB ports 1 & 2: Type A USB connectors connect to MAX-AOM 

module(s) for audio distribution

• RS-232 port: DB-9 serial port for external control
• Parallel port: 

not used

• VGA port: DB15HD port provides VGA output
• ETHERNET CONTROL port: RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port provides 

1000/100/10 Mb/s network connectivity between the MMS and the 
NetLinx Master or PC

• A/V OUT port: RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port provides 1000/100/10 Mb/s 

network connectivity between the MMS and MAX-AVM module(s) for
A/V distribution

Dimensions (HWD):
(without rack ears) 

• 1.75”" x 17.3" x 20" (4.45 cm x 43.94 cm x 50.80 cm)
• 1 RU (mounts in a standard 19” equipment rack)

Weight:

42 lbs (19.05 kg)

Operating 
Environment:

• Operating Temperature: 10º to 35º C
• Operating Relative Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
• Minimum Ventilation Clearance: 3" front and 3" rear
• Operating acoustic noise: 62 dBA

Included 
Accessories:

• One 6’ (1.83m) power cable
• One DVD, one CD
• Rack-mounting kit

Other AMX/MAX 
Products:

• MAX-AVM Audio-Video Module 

(FG 2178-50)

• MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) Module 

(FG 2178-55)

• MAX-AOM-EX Expansion Kit (

FG 2178-56

)

• MAX-MDL200 Multi-Disc Loader 

(FG 2179-01)

• MMS-HDD250G Replacement 250MB HDD 

(FG 2178-250)

Certification:

UL Listed E252362, FCC, CE

Power On/Off pushbutton

Power cable

connector

PS/2 keyboard & mouse ports

RS-232

VGA

USB 2

 port

A/V OUT

USB 1

 port

Master Power 

ETHERNET CONTROL

 

switched GB

 Control

 segment

(to NetLinx Master or PC)

switched GB 

Content 

segment

(to MAX-AVM Modules)

switch 

FIG. 2  

Network Segment Layout

FIG. 3  

MAX Admin Menu

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