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With a variety of network configuration methods possible using a Local Area Network (LAN), the
MusicCAST system allows everyone in the family to store their music collection in one central location for
playback from other locations around your home. Once music data is stored, you can have fun creating
playlists, bookmark songs, and even register your favorite music for instant access at the press of a button.
The advanced MusicCAST system is comprised of a server and its connected clients, and the MCX-CA15
optional amplifier can be connected to provide power to speakers and external components.
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• You can combine up to seven wired and wireless connections as long as you use no more than five wireless
connections.
• Compared with wireless networks, wired networks can carry data over greater distances and to more clients.
The server supports simultaneous playback for seven clients over a wired network.
• The actual number of CDs the server can store depends on the format in which you choose to store songs.
Typically, the server can store approximately 1,000 CDs on its 80 GB hard disk drive if you choose to store
the songs in MP3 format only, or approximately 100 CDs in PCM format.
• The server can supply different songs to multiple clients simultaneously for up to seven clients via a
combination of wired and wireless connections. Depending on a number of factors, such as the playback
format you are using and the strength of the network signal available, it may be advisable to reduce the
number of clients to which the server is distributing music simultaneously if you encounter problems with
playback.
• To ensure smooth playback, select a low MP3 bitrate when storing songs. See “Setting the data storage
format” in the MCX-1000 Owner’s Manual, page 121.
MusicCAST SYSTEM OVERVIEW
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Client (MCX-A10)
Server (MCX-1000)
Client (MCX-C15)
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