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XDS Pro Users Guide
1/11/2010
Rev A
5 ETHERNET SETUP
The XDS PRO4 Satellite Receiver is specifically designed to receive audio broadcasts via
satellite transmissions. It is also equipped with an “internet” only mode in which it can
receive audio data and receiver updates via its Ethernet port. For this feature to be
functional, the receiver must be connected to a network router or directly connected to an
internet connection. This portion of the User‟s Guide will offer instruction on setting up
your receiver‟s connection to the internet. For all of the below settings, please contact
your local network administrator for proper values.
5.1
Connecting the Cables
The Ethernet port on the back of the receiver accepts non-crossover RJ-45 cables.
Depending on your stations internet connection, you will either connect an RJ-45 cable
directly from a Cable or DSL modem box to the PRO4 receiver, or you will connect the
cable from a network router to the receiver. In either case, ensure that the cable is
squarely connected and that it clicks in when you connect it, so that it can not be removed
without pressing the plastic release button on the end of the cable. Ensure that your
internet connection is functioning before proceeding to the next steps.
5.2
Using DHCP or Static IP Addresses
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, or DHCP, allows the network administrator to
control the assignment of device IP assignment. If DHCP is on, the receiver will be
assigned an IP address automatically by the network. The implications of this are that the
IP of the receiver may change on a boot-up to boot-up basis. Turning DHCP off will
ensure that a static, or non-changing, IP is assigned to the receiver as opposed to a
dynamic one determined at each startup of the receiver. For direction on turning DHCP
on or off, refer to section 4.2.2.1.
5.3
Assigning a TCP/IP Address
The TCP/IP address of the receiver serves as it identification number for the network.
Once the receiver is set up properly on a network, it will host a website which can be
loaded by typing it‟s IP address into any standard web browser. Therefore the ability to
specify a static IP address for the receiver may be useful. To view and modify the IP
address, refer to section 4.2.2.1.
