Asus O!PLAY MEDIA PRO User manual

Smart TV Set Top Box
User Manual
O!PLAY TV PRO
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E7261
Third Edition
February 2012
Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
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Safety information ...................................................................................... vi
Warning labels ..................................................................................vi
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................... vii
CE Mark Warning ...................................................................................... viii
CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth ................ viii
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth .................... viii
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains.............................. viii
Certication and Compliance.................................................................. viii
License notice and trademark acknowledgement for Dolby Digital...... ix
License notice and trademark acknowledgement for
DTS 2.0+ Digital Out™ ................................................................... ix
About this user guide................................................................................. ix
How this user guide is organized ......................................................ix
Conventions used in this guide ..........................................................x
Where to nd more information..........................................................x
Chapter 1: Getting started
Welcome .................................................................................................... 1-1
Specications summary .......................................................................... 1-1
Package contents ..................................................................................... 1-3
Getting to know your O!PLAY TV PRO ................................................... 1-4
System requirements ............................................................................... 1-4
Front panel..................................................................................... 1-4
Rear panel...................................................................................... 1-5
Remote control............................................................................... 1-6
Getting your O!PLAY TV PRO ready ..................................................... 1-10
Installing the hard disk drive......................................................... 1-10
Connecting the power adapter..................................................... 1-12
Connecting devices to your O!PLAY TV PRO.............................. 1-12
Setting up your O!PLAY TV PRO for digital streaming................. 1-14
Starting for the rst time............................................................... 1-14
Chapter 2: Connecting to a network
Connecting to a network.......................................................................... 2-1
Wired connection ........................................................................... 2-1
Wireless connection....................................................................... 2-3
Contents
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Connecting to a wireless local area network (WLAN).................... 2-4
Conguring the network clients...................................................... 2-4
Sharing les over the network ................................................................ 2-7
Sharing les under Windows®XP OS ............................................ 2-7
Sharing les under Windows®Vista OS......................................... 2-8
Sharing les under Windows®7 OS............................................. 2-10
Sharing les under Mac OS X 10.5.xx ......................................... 2-12
Sharing les under Linux OS ....................................................... 2-13
Chapter 3: Using your O!PLAY TV PRO
The Home screen...................................................................................... 3-1
Conguring the O!PLAY TV PRO settings.............................................. 3-2
Conguring the system settings..................................................... 3-2
Conguring the audio settings........................................................ 3-3
Conguring the video settings........................................................ 3-4
Conguring the digital TV and recording settings .......................... 3-4
Playing a movie......................................................................................... 3-6
Movie control buttons on the remote control.................................. 3-6
Playing a movie.............................................................................. 3-7
Playing music............................................................................................ 3-8
Movie control buttons on the remote control.................................. 3-8
Playing a music le ........................................................................ 3-9
Conguring the audio playback settings ........................................ 3-9
Viewing photos ....................................................................................... 3-10
Photo control buttons on the remote control ................................ 3-10
Viewing photos..............................................................................3-11
Viewing photos in slideshow mode ...............................................3-11
Setting the background music for the slideshow...........................3-11
Conguring the photo playback settings ...................................... 3-12
Streaming online media ......................................................................... 3-13
Online streaming from Youtube Leanback ................................... 3-13
Online streaming from Facebook................................................. 3-14
Online streaming from Acetrax..................................................... 3-14
Online streaming from Dailymotion.............................................. 3-15
Streaming digital TV programs ............................................................. 3-15
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Viewing the TV program guide..................................................... 3-15
Instant recording of a digital TV program..................................... 3-16
Conguring the TV program settings ........................................... 3-16
Viewing a recorded TV program .................................................. 3-17
Sharing a recorded TV program to Facebook and Youtube......... 3-17
Using Timeshift....................................................................................... 3-18
Recording a digital TV program via Timeshift .............................. 3-18
Playing the Timeshift-recorded digital TV program ...................... 3-18
Managing your les................................................................................ 3-19
Renaming les/folders.................................................................. 3-19
Using O!Direct......................................................................................... 3-20
Installing O!Direct......................................................................... 3-20
Streaming media les via O!Direct............................................... 3-20
Using O!MediaShare............................................................................... 3-21
Using AutoPlay ....................................................................................... 3-22
Using NAS ............................................................................................... 3-22
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 4-1
Display ........................................................................................ 4-1
Audio ........................................................................................ 4-3
USB storage device ....................................................................... 4-4
Remote Control.............................................................................. 4-4
Firmware Updates.......................................................................... 4-4
Wired, Wi-Fi, and Internet connections.......................................... 4-5
Operation/function failure............................................................... 4-7
Appendices
Notices.......................................................................................................A-1
GNU General Public License ...................................................................A-2
ASUS contact information .......................................................................A-8
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Safety information
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or recommended battery type.
• Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
The lightning ash with
arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral
triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufcient
magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to
persons.
To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not
remove the back cover.
No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing
to qualied service
personnel.
The exclamation point within
an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to
the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
Warning labels
DO NOT place on uneven
or unstable work surfaces.
Seek servicing if the casing
has been damaged. Refer all
servicing to qualied service
personnel.
DO NOT expose to or
use near liquids, rain, or
moisture.
SAFE TEMP: This device
should only be used in
environments with ambient
temperatures between 5oC
(41oF) and 35oC (95oF).
DO NOT install near any
heat-producing devices or
sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or
ampliers.
DO NOT throw the device in
municipal waste. This device
is designed to enable proper
reuse and recycling. Check
local regulations for disposal
of electronic products.
Ensure that you plugged
the device into the correct
power input rating (12Vdc,
2A).
Use only a dry cloth to clean the device.
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
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CE Mark Warning
CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth
The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC
directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 2006/95/EC “Low
voltage directive”.
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the
European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and
Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains
N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through Ch11
Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14
Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13
This equipment may be operated in all member states of the EU. Some areas of
France have a restricted frequency band. This equipment may be used indoor only.
Certication and Compliance
CCAI10LP0130T8
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License notice and trademark
acknowledgement for Dolby Digital
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under US Patent #s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674;
5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other US and worldwide patents issued &
pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS 2.0+ Digital Out
and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software.
© DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
License notice and trademark acknowledgement for
DTS 2.0+ Digital Out™
About this user guide
How this user guide is organized
• Chapter 1: Getting started
Provides the basic information about your ASUS O!PLAY TV PRO.
• Chapter 2: Connecting to a network
Provides the information on connecting your ASUS O!PLAY TV PRO to a
network.
• Chapter 3: Using your O!PLAY TV PRO
Provides information on using your ASUS O!PLAY TV PRO.
• Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
Provides solutions to frequently-asked questions about your ASUS O!PLAY
TV PRO.
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DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS Support site
Download the latest rmwares, drivers, and utilities from the ASUS Support
site at http://support.asus.com/.
2. ASUS Forum
Get the latest news and information about this product from the ASUS Forum
site at http://vip.asus.com/forum/.
3. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
Conventions used in this guide
To enure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols
used throughout this user guide.
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