Steps to Change the IP Address of Your Sign in XM Player
Sign Network Setup & IP Configuration Guide
Use this guide to locate your sign on the network, set a correct IP/subnet, verify connectivity with XM Player, and reset to factory defaults if needed.
Quick Basics
Typical defaults
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Default Sign IP:
192.168.1.128 -
PC Static IP (example):
192.168.1.127 -
Subnet Mask:
255.255.255.0
“No Internet” on the Sign City Wi-Fi is normal; it’s a local network for configuring the sign.
Access Terminal & Server List (XM Player)
1) Open Terminal & Server List
- Open XM Player.
- Go to File → Send Current Program.
This opens the Terminal & Server List window automatically.
2) Locate the IP Address
- Browse the device list and click the IP for your sign.
3) Set IP & Subnet Mask
- With the sign selected, click Config → Set IP.
- Enter the new IP Address and Subnet Mask for your network (e.g.,
192.168.1.128&255.255.255.0).
4) Verify Subnet Mask
Do not leave the subnet as 0.0.0.0. Confirm it matches your network (usually 255.255.255.0).
Set a Static IP on Your Computer (Windows)
1) Open Control Panel
- Click Start, type Control Panel, and press Enter.
2) Network Settings
- Network and Internet → Network and Sharing Center.
- Click Change adapter settings (left sidebar).
3) Identify the Correct Ethernet Port
- Right-click Ethernet. If using USB-to-Ethernet or multiple ports, unplug the antenna, wait for Windows to update, then plug it back in to see which port activates.
- Right-click the active port → Properties.
4) Configure IP Address
- Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) → Properties.
- Switch to Use the following IP address.
- Enter:
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IP address:
192.168.1.127 -
Subnet mask:
255.255.255.0(usually fills automatically)
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IP address:
5) Save Settings
- Click OK, then Close.
Verify Antenna Link
Return to XM Player and connect to your sign. Confirm both antennas (access point and client) show full indicator lights:
- Power + LAN only means the antenna is powered/PC-linked but not yet wirelessly linked.
- Both units should show link/activity lights to indicate a proper connection.
Reset to Factory Default IP
If configuration fails or is interrupted, reset the controller:
- Access the sign’s controller.
- Press and hold the “Test” button for 30 seconds.
- Release to restore the default IP:
192.168.1.128. - Reconnect on the Sign City network and repeat setup as needed.
Quick Checklist
- Correct subnet used (e.g.,
255.255.255.0), no0.0.0.0. - PC static IP set (e.g.,
192.168.1.127) while configuring. - XM Player shows your device in the Terminal & Server List.
- Antennas show link/activity lights on both units.
- If needed, a factory reset is performed and the steps are repeated.