1. Introduction
Welcome to the Quick Start Guide for the Autonomic M5 Pro and M3 Music Servers. These high-performance music servers are designed for seamless integration into residential and commercial audio systems, providing access to popular streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and more. This guide will walk you through the basic setup process, including physical installation, hardware connections, system configuration, and streaming service integration.
Basic Requirements:
Network access via Ethernet connection
Power Connection
Audio outputs (analog, digital, or network AoIP via eAudioCast)
Control (iOS/Android App, WebUI or Control System)
2. Package Contents
Ensure you have the following items before beginning the setup:
Music Server
6ft AC Power Cord (NEMA 5-15P to IEC C13)
Rubber Feet (pre-installed)
2x Terminal Block Connectors (pre-installed)
Ground Screw (pre-installed)
Cloth Product Bag
Rack mount ears and screws (optional, for rack installation)
If any items are missing, please contact support.
3. Installation Guidelines
Physical Placement:
Place the unit in a well-ventilated area with ambient temperatures below 104°F (40°C). Avoid direct exposure to sunlight or placing it on top of other heat-generating equipment.
Maintain Humidity below 90% RH.
If rack mounting, use the included rack mount ears and screws. Ensure the unit is secured.
Ventilation:
The M3 and M5 Pro are not ventilated and emit low amounts of heat from the chassis (136 BTU/hr max). The internal heatsinks have been over-spec’d for the most demanding environments. Units can be rack mounted with no additional space between other Autonomic Music Servers, or other low heat-generating equipment.