Ablecom CE-HE130S2 Series User manual

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CE-HE130S2Series
HD Multimedia Home Server
User Manual
Version 0.1

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Safety Instructions............................4
Regulations........................................5
Precautions........................................5
Noteson Disc Handling.....................6
Notesabout This Server.....................6
Home ServerOverview......................7
Introduction...............................................7
Main Features............................................7
Index to Parts andControls...............8
Top Panel...................................................8
RearPanel..................................................9
RemoteController...................................10
GettingStarted................................ 12
Step1. Checking the Accessories..............12
Step2.Open the back cover.....................12
Step3. Connecting to the TV or Monitor.12
Step4.Connecting tothe Network.......... 13
Step5.Connecting to the Power Cord.....13
Step6.Connecting totheSpeaker (If your
TV orMonitor is without Speaker)13
Step7. CheckingHDD.............................. 13
Step8. Preparing the Remote Controller14
Step10. Power On/Off the system...........14
InsertingHDDs................................15
Inserting/Removing Discs...............15
Inserting Discs......................................... 15
Eject Discs................................................ 15
ManuallyEjectDiscs............................... 15
InsertingMemoryCards.................. 16
Various Connections........................17
Connectinga TV (or Monitor).......17
Selecting a video cable...................... 17
Connecting with an HDMI cable......17
Connecting with an DVI cable.......... 17
Connecting with an HDMI cable......18
Connectingan AVAmplifier..........18
Selectingan audio cable................... 18
Connecting with a Coaxial AudioCable............................................... 18
Connecting with a Toslink Optical
Digital Audio Cable................19
Connecting with an HAMI Cable......19
Connecting Multi-Channel Audio.....19
EnjoyingVideos, Photos,andMusic20
Gettingstarted with Widows Media
Center..................................20
Step1. Setting up Windows Media
Center....................................20
Step2. Optimize howWindows Media
Center looks onyour display.20
Step3. Set up your speakers.............20
Step4. Set up your media libraries....21
Step5.Configure tuners,TV signal,
and Guide...............................21
WatchingTV..................................22
To watch live TV............................... 23
To watch live TV usingaMedia Center
remotecontroller.................. 23
To find movies that are scheduleto be
broadcast...............................24
To watch InternetTV in Media Center...............................................24
Record TV....................................24
To record a live TV show ormovie... 25
To schedule recordings using the
Guide.....................................25
To schedule recordings using Search............................................... 25
To record a TV series........................ 25
To play a recorded TV program.......25
To schedule recordings based on
channel and time...................26

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Toschedule recordings based on
keywords................................26
To add or remove folders that
Windows Media Center
searches when itlooks for
recorded TV...........................26
Play video and watch pictures.......27
To find and view a picture................27
To view or importpictures or videos
from a removable device.......27
To create aslideshow.......................28
To play a slide show..........................28
To customize setting for slideshows28
To rateand play your favorite pictures................................................29
To find and play a video file..............29
To slow down, speedup, or rewind a
video file.................................29
To change the videobackground color................................................29
Play a CDor DVD or BD................30
To play a DVD.................................. 30
To change the settingfor DVD
playback.................................31
To play an audioCD.......................... 31
To play media files from a data CD,
dataDVD, or removable device................................................31
SupportingFile Types...................32
Music file types.................................32
Video file types..................................32
Picture file types................................32
Changing the Server Settings...........32
Display Settings............................32
Changeyour screen resolution.........32
Make the texton your screen larger or
smaller....................................32
Audio Settings...............................33
Network Settings.......................... 34
Bluetooth Settings.........................35
DTV Settings..................................37
Windows HomeServer Setting........37
Sharing Folders.......................................37
User AccountsSetup
...............................39
Additional Information....................41
About Windows update.................41
The new Windows Update is easier
to usecomparedto its
predecessor..........................41
Finding Windows Updates................41
Specification ....................................43

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Safety Instructions
1. Always read thesafetyinstructions
carefully.
2. Keep this user s manual for future
reference.
3. Keep this equipmentaway from humidity.
4. Lay this equipment on a reliable flatsurface
before setting itup.
5. The ventilator on the enclosure is usedfor
air convection andto preventthe equip-
ment from overheating.Do not cover the
ventilator.
6. Make sure thatthe power voltage is within
its safety range and has been adjusted
properly to the value of 100~240Vbefore
connecting theequipment tothe power
inlet.
7. Place thepower cord in a way thatpeople
are unlikely to step on it. Do notplace
anything on the power cord.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus torain or moisture.
WARNING:
To avoid electric shock, do not open thechassis.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall
not be exposed toexcessive heat suchas
sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION
Dangerous explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalenttype recommended by the
manufacturer.
:
This symbol indicates that the productshould
notbe placed in municipal waste. Check local
regulations for disposal of electronic products.

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Regulations
This device has been testedand found to
comply withthe limits for a Class Bdigital
device pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC rules.
These limitsare designed to providereasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.This device generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy
and, if notinstalledandusedin accordance
withthe instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
FCCStatement
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in aparticular
installation. If this device does cause harmful
interference to radio ortelevision reception,
which can be determined by turningthe device
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correctthe interference by one or more of the
following measures:
- Reorientor relocate the receivingantenna.
- Increase the separation between the device
and receiver.
- Connectthe device into an outleton a circuit
differentfrom that towhichthe receiver is
connected.
- Consultthe dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for help.
Shielded network cable must be used between
network hub and clientin order to comply with
the limits for adigital device pursuantto
Subpart B of Part15 of FCC Rules
This equipmentshould be installedand
operated witha minimum distance of 20
centimeters be between the radiator andyour
body.
Any changes or modifications (including the
antennas)made to this device thatare not
expressly approved the manufacturer may void
the user s authority to operate the equipment.
Precautions
- Internal partis hazardous movingparts;
please keep fingers and other bodyparts
away.
For Safety
- For every change in power cord susage,
please use an approvedpower cord with
condition greater or equal to H05VV-F, 3G,
and0.75mm.
For Power Sources
- Do notdisable the protective earthpin from
the plug; the equipment must be connected
to an earthedmains socket-outlet.
- For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet
shallbe installed near theequipment and
shall be easily accessible.
For Placement
- Adjustmentof the volume control as well as
the equalizer to other settings than the center
position may increase theear-/ headphones
outputvoltage and therefore the sound
pressure level.

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Notes on DiscHandling
To keep the disc clean,handle the disc by its
edge. Do nottouch thesurface.
Do not expose the discto directsunlight or
heatsources suchas hot air ducts, or leave
itin acar parked indirectsunlight as the
temperature may rise considerable inside
the car.
After ejection adisc from the server,store
the disc in its case.
Clean the disc witha cleaning cloth. Wipe
the disc from thecenter out.
Do not use solvents such as benzene,
thinner, commercially available disc/lens
cleaners, or anti-staticspray intendedfor
viny1 LPs.
If you have printed the disc slabel, dry the
label beforeplaying.
Do not attachasticker type label on the disc.
The disc changer may be damaged.
Do not insert thefollowing unsupported
discs;doing sowill damage the unit or
discs.
- Discs whose shapes are nonstandard-
sized or nonstandard-shaped. (Card,
heart, star, etc.)
- Discs with a paper sticker or seals.
- Discs with a cellophane tape, or an
adhesive residue of a removed label.
- Discs of non-standard thickness (thinner
than 1.0mm, or thickerthan 1.5mm)
Notes about This Server
This productandmanual are produced by
Ablecom Technology, Inc. and is under
copyrightprotection. Any reproduction,
transfer, copy or other illegal usages is not
permitted, exceptfor backup purpose by the
purchaser of the product.
Copyrights
We have taken the besteffort to keep this
manual correct, butwe may notguarantee the
contentsare absolutelyaccurate, for the
specification of this productmay upgradeor
change over time. We reserve the right to make
changes withoutnotice.
If you wantto know more about the instruction
of Windows 7, please refer
to
Notice
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/wind
ows7/help/getting-started

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HomeServerOverview
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ABLECOM Multimedia Mini-Theater System, which will bringyou full
enjoyment and high performance. We have especially designedthis system to become the
multimedia center of your living room. With Dolby surround 5.1 channel and wireless transmission;
you can get more through easier way.
Main Features
- Designed for High-speedtracking, full HD enjoymentandstyle pursing.
- The central server of Home IT system.
- Audio/Video files sharing
- Blu-Ray digital datastorage center
- Compatible with most of audio andvideo formats.
- Built-in TV tuner with Antenna (optional)
- Blu-Ray (Optional)/DVD Super Multi digital data storage center
- SupportWireless transmission
- Multi-tasking advanced solution
- Support2/4/5.1 channel HD audio
- Compatible with versatile fileformats including MP3, WMA, WAV, JPEG, MPEG-1/2/4 and DIVX
withvideo solution for NTSC, PALandHD upto1080P full HD.
- Multi-tasking performance to getmore done.
- Easy installation withunique thermal heat pipe valve and good noise control under 20dB.
- Chiccolor lighting creates atmosphere & achieve ambience within home.

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Index to Parts andControls
TopPanel
No. Part Name Description
1 Slot-in Optical Drive Insert the CD or DVD diskinto this slot, and it will loadthe
contents automatically.
2 Manual-Eject Hole When system isoff, push a straightened paper clip intothe
manual eject hole to releasethe disk.
3Optical Drive Active Indicator It will be lit when the optical drive is active.
4Optical Driver Eject Button Press this button toeject the CDor DVD.
5 Card Reader
This Card Reader supports the following memory card:
(1) Smart Media (SM)
(2) SD/ SDHC/ MicroSD/ MiniSD/ TransFlash/ MMC
(3) Compact Flash (CF)
(4) Memory Stick(MS)
6 Power Button Press this button topower on the system
7 Hot-Swap Serial ATA bays 2x2.5”SATA I/II Hot-Swap Bays (Each support 500GB, up to
1TB); Push the blue part to eject the drive.
8 System Disk HDD_0 is the internal system disk
9 MIC-IN Jack(pink) Plug a microphone into this jack.
Headphone-out Jack(green) Plug an earphoneor speaker into this jack.
10 USB2.0Ports Connect USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or USB Flash

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RearPanel
No. Part Name Description
1 TVAntenna Port Connect antenna tothis port to receive TV contents (Optional)
2 PS/2 Keyboard Connect to a PS/2 Keyboard
3Coaxial S/PDIF-out Connect to an amplifier for digital audio output
4System Thermal Fans This System Thermal Fan could lower down the temperature of the System
efficiently
5 Gigabit LAN port The Gigabit LAN port can provide 10/100/1000Mbps transmission speed
6 Audio ports
Line-in (light-blue): Connect to an analog audio source like CD/.DVDplayer
Line-out (green): Plug an earphone or speaker intothis jack
Mic-in (pink): Plug a microphone into this jackSupport High Definition
Audio 5.1 channels output.
7 DC-IN Power Jack Connect Power Cord toprovide power tothe system.
8 USB2.0 Ports Connect USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or USB Flash
9 HDMIoutput HDMI port can output digital video and audiosignal to the monitor and the
audio system at the same time.
10 Optical S/PDIF-out Connect to an amplifier for digital audio output
11 DVI output DVI port can output digital signal to themonitor
12 VGA output VGA port can output analog signal to the monitor
13 eSATA ports eSATA port can provide 3Gbps transmission speed to the connecteddevices
14 USB2.0 Ports Connect USB devices such as keyboard, mouse or USB Flash.

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RemoteController
The remote control has five types of buttons:
A. Playback Buttons:To control your media.
B. Navigation Buttons: To move between items on the screen.
C. Audio-visual (AV)Buttons:To change channels and adjustvolume.
D. Numeric KeypadButtons: To enter alphanumeric characters or TVchannels.
E. Teletext and Fastext Buttons:To accessteletextfunctionality (if available).