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3. Within 2 minutes of pressing the Security button on the first Powerline device, press the Security button on the second Powerline device for 2 seconds. You need to press both Security buttons within 2 minutes. • The Power LED starts blinking after you release the button. • This process allows the second Powerline device to use the same network encryption key as the first device, so that they can communicate. When the Power LEDs stop blinking and the Powerline LEDs are lit solid green, the two devices should be able to communicate. Note: This process works for only one pair of Powerline devices at a time. If you have more than two Powerline devices, repeat this process for each additional Powerline device to be configured. The devices retain security settings even if they are unplugged. 2. Using ReadySHARE Features The Powerline Music Extender XAU2511 provides ReadySHARE music and networking features using the NETGEAR USB Media Extender utility. The ReadySHARE features let you: • Play music wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet. • Play music wirelessly from your computer. • Connect USB storage devices to your home network. • Connect USB printer and scanners to your home network. This chapter includes: • Install the NETGEAR USB Media Extender Utility • Use the USB to Audio Cable • ReadySHARE AirMusic for Smartphones and Tablets • ReadySHARE Music for Computers • ReadySHARE USB Storage • ReadyShare Printer Install the NETGEAR USB Media Extender Utility To use the ReadySHARE Music and networking features, you must install the NETGEAR USB Media Extender utility on your computer. This utility is provided on the resource CD that came with your Music Extender. If your Music Extender did not come with a resource CD, you can download the NETGEAR USB Media Extender utility from the NETGEAR website. Download the NETGEAR USB Media Extender Utility The NETGEAR USB Media Extender utility is a free download available from the NETGEAR website. 1. From the computer that is connected to your Powerline network, launch an Internet browser, and visit 2. Click the For Home tab. 3. In the search box, type xau2511 and press Enter. 4. From the downloads list, select the NETGEAR USB Media Extender utility. 5. Click the Download button to download the NETGEAR USB Media Extender utility to your computer. 1. Insert the resource CD into the computer that is connected to a Powerline device. Note: If you do not have a resource CD, follow the instructions in Download the NETGEAR USB Media Extender Utility on page 15. Run the file that you downloaded. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the NETGEAR USB Media Extender utility. 3. After you install the utility, select the language. The NETGEAR USB Media Extender utility launches. Use the USB to Audio Cable You can connect a USB speaker directly into the Music Extender or use the provided USB to audio cable. Connect to USBspeakers directlyConnect using USB to audio cable Use the two RCA connectors to connect a Hi-Fi audio system that has RCA stereo plugs. RCAconnectors Or use the 3.5 mm mini jack connector to connect a speaker that has a mini jack. 3.5 mm Mini jackconnector ReadySHARE AirMusic lets you play music wirelessly from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Android device. The music is played on audio speakers, such as USB speakers or a Hi-Fi stereo system. The Powerline Music Extender XAU2511 supports all types of stereo speakers because it comes with a USB to audio cable, which has both a mini jack connector and RCA connectors. Set Up ReadySHARE AirMusic ReadySHARE AirMusic is for smartphones and tablets. This setup procedure works only if you have a WiFi network at home that includes a WiFi router, gateway, or extender. Router/GatewayStep 1Step 2Steps 3 & 4 1. Plug the Music Extender into any electrical outlet in your home. 2. Connect the Music Extender to your stereo system with the USB to audio cable (see Use the USB to Audio Cable on page 17). 3. Select the WiFi router or gateway network SSID on your smartphone or tablet. Make sure the Music Extender is connected to the WiFi network you select. 4. Select music on your smartphone or tablet and beam it to the speaker using the Airplay feature. 1. Launch the music application. 2. Click the arrow on the right side of the screen. 3. Select XAU2511-XX in the devices list. You should hear the Music Extender play music on the remote speaker. Note: Each Music Extender device is shown in the format XAU2511-xx, where xx is a unique 2-digit number. You can identify the Music Extender by its AirMusic name, which is shown on the Music Extender product label. You can also play music on the Music Extender through specific Airplay-compatible applications running on an Android OS. 1. Launch the Google Play app (previously Android Market). 2. Download a free Airplay application and launch it. NETGEAR recommends Twonky Mobile. 3. Select the music source. 4. Select a song and play it. 5. Once the music begins...
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