DB8000 How to: How can I access the internal storage of my Silencer and upload tracks?
An FTP client should be used in order the internal storage of DB8000 to be entered. If you do not have one installed on your computer, we recommend the usage of FileZilla. For further information on how to configure a connection between the silencer and the FTP client refer to the next question.
DB8000 has a built-in backup audio player. It plays tracks from SD Card storage uploaded over the FTP, in case of main audio signal loss.
An important requirement for the MP3 Player configuration is that all MP3 files should be stored in a folder named MP3. The folder should be located in the root of the SD Card. The playlist file have to be named playlist.m3u and the file names have to be no longer than 8 symbols, followed by 3 symbols extension. For example: use track01.mp3 instead of 01_backup_track.mp3
DB8000 How to: What will happen with the Audio in case of power failure?
In case of power failure, the MAIN Audio inputs will switch directly to the Audio outputs. Once the power is restored, the DB8000 will resume its proper operation.
DB8000 How to: How should I configure the connection between my DEVA Device and an FTP Client?
In order for a connection to be established the following setting should be applied:
1. FTP Server Settings
The built-in FTP Server has four important parameters that should be configured: Command Port, Data Port, User name and Password. These parameters are to be used in the FTP client’s connection configuration. Further information on how to change the FTP Server’s settings and their respective default values can be found in the device’s User manual.
We recommend the usage of FileZilla. This is a widespread open source software distributed free of charge, hence available for downloading from the Internet.
NOTE: The FTP Server can manage only one connection at a time. TheFTP Server works in Passive mode. Hence, the FTP Client should also be set in passive mode.
2. IP Router and Port Translation Settings
If the connection to the device is made through a Network address translation (NAT) router or firewall, the port forwarding feature of the router should be configured. The port forwarding is usually set in the firewall section of the router's menu. As each router has different port forwarding procedure, we recommend you to refer to its complete manual. To allow proper data flow through the router, the FTP Command and FTP Data ports should be open.
NOTE: The FTP port numbers to be used in the port forwarding feature configuration can be found in the device.
3. Example of FTP Client (FileZilla) Settings
In some cases, FileZilla's "Quick connect" feature is not able to connect with the DEVA unit. That is why we recommend the device to be assigned in the program manually.
Enter the FTP Client and go to: File > Site manager > New Site. A dialog box requiring obligatory information about the device will appear. Fill in the needed information and press "OK".
Select "Transfer Settings" sub-menu and apply the settings as shown below: