Canopus HDMA-4000 User manual

HDMA-4000
User Guide
Engineered by Canopus Co., Ltd.

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Warranty
Your HDMA-4000 is covered by a limited warranty when you register your Canopus
product. This warranty is for a period of one year from the date of purchase from
Canopus or an authorized Canopus agent. This warranty applies only to the original
purchaser of the Canopus product and is not transferable. Canopus Co., Ltd warrants
that for this period the product will be in good working order. Should our product
fail to be in good working order, Canopus will, at its option, repair or replace it at no
additional charge, provided that the product has not been subjected to misuse,
abuse or non-Canopus authorized alterations, modifications and/or repair. Proof of
purchase is required to validate your warranty.
Canopus is not responsible for any lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or
consequential damages arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product.
This includes damage to property and, to the extent permitted by law, damages for
personal injury. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose.
Cautions
Please observe the following cautions when using this product. If you have any
questions regarding the method of usage, the descriptions herein, or any other
concerns, please contact the local Canopus office or distributor.
WARNING
The following conditions indicate the potential for serious bodily injury or loss of life.
Health precautions
In rare cases, flashing lights or stimulation from the bright light of a monitor display
may trigger temporary epileptic seizures or loss of consciousness. It is believed that
even individuals whom have never experienced such symptoms may be susceptible.
If you or close relatives have experienced any of these symptoms, consult a doctor
before using this product.
Do not use in environments requiring a high degree of reliability and
safety
This product is not to be used in medical devices or life support systems. The
characteristics of this product are not suited for use with such systems.

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Protect against static electricity
An electrostatic discharge may damage components of this product. Do not directly
touch any of the connectors or component surfaces.
Static electricity can be generated on clothing and on people. Before handling the
product, discharge static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal
surface.
Do not disassemble
Do not remove the cover or modify the HDMA-4000. Fire, electric shock or
malfunction may result. For internal inspection or repair, please contact your system
integrator or Canopus directly.
Do not operate at other than the specified voltage
Do not operate at other than the specified voltages of AC 100-240V. Operation at
other than the rated voltage may result in fire or malfunction.
Do not operate with other than the specified power supply
Do not operate with other than the specified AC adapter, or with a car power supply.
Such operation may result in fire or malfunction.
Handle the AC adapter cord carefully
Do not place heavy objects on top of the cord, or place it near hot objects. Doing so
may damage the cord and result in fire, electrical shock, or malfunction. Altering the
cord, or excessively bending or pulling the cord may result in fire or electrical shock.
If the cord is damaged, please contact your local retail outlet or Canopus directly.
* Replacement of damaged parts, unless defective due to manufacturing, will be charged at actual
cost plus handling fees.
Do not use the product in a dusty or humid environment
It may cause a short-circuit or a build-up of heat, resulting in fire or electric shock.
Do not let foreign matters enter the inside of the product
If water or any foreign matter enters the inside of the product, it may cause fire or
electric shock. In the case where water or foreign matter is allowed to enter the
product, turn the power OFF and pull out the power cable from the receptacle.
Do not use the product when you hear thunder
Do not touch the product body or its plug on such occasions. It may result in electric
shock.

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Stop using the product when it is smoking
Do not use the product in an abnormal condition like when it is smoking or emitting
an odor.
It may result in fire or malfunction of the product. If any anomaly is found, turn OFF
the power of the product, disconnect the power cable, making sure that the product
is not smoking any more.
Do not use the product in a damaged condition
Do not drop the product nor use the product with its cover broken.
It may result in fire or malfunction of the product. In case the product is damaged,
turn OFF the power of the product and pull out the power cable from the
receptacle.
Do not touch AC adapter with wet hands
Do not disconnect or plug in the AC adapter when your hands are wet. Contact with
water may result in electric shock, fire or damage.
Do not setup in an area that becomes hot
Do not setup in an area exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating apparatus. The
heat can accumulate, causing burns, fire or damage. Also, the unit may become
deformed or change color.
CAUTION
The following conditions indicate the potential for bodily harm, damage to hardware
or loss of data.
Do not pull AC adapter cord when disconnecting from electrical
outlet
When disconnecting the AC adapter cord, pull on the plug, not the cord itself. Pulling
on the cord can damage the cord and may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not setup other than the Described method
Do not setup in a manner other than prescribed. Do not use while wrapped in cloth
or plastic. Heat can accumulate, causing burns, fire or damage.
If product will not be used for an extended period
If this product will not to be used for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC
adapter from the electrical outlet.
Do not place the product on an unstable place
Do not place the product on an unstable table or slanted surface. The product may
fall from it, resulting in injuries or malfunction of the product.

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Turn OFF the power when cleaning the product
When making connections with the product or cleaning the product, be sure to
disconnect the power plug beforehand. Failure to do so may result in electric shock
or malfunction of the product. When cleaning the product, do not use volatile
solvents such as thinner.
Route the cables properly
Route the power cable and AV cables properly. If they catch on something, it may
result in injuries or malfunction of the product.
Precautions for use of AC adapter
The supplied AC adapter and power cord are for exclusive use of this product. Do
not operate the product with other AC adapter or in other combinations.
Lower The Volume Of The Audio Equipment
Please lower your audio equipment speaker level that is connected with the HDMA-
4000 when you turn the power of the HDMA-4000 ON/OFF. You may hear a loud
noise when you turn the power ON/OFF.
Do not cover the HDMA-4000 ventilation
Do not use the HDMA-4000 covered with a cloth or in an ill-ventilated room.
Covering the vent may cause heat inside of the product resulting in fire or product
malfunction.

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CE Notice
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
Declaration of Conformity
According to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Canopus Corporation
Address: 711 Charcot Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131
Telephone: [phone]
Declares that product Model: HDMA-4000
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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Product Notes
1. Unauthorized copying of a portion or the entirety of this product is prohibited.
2. The description and specifications of this product are subject to future change
without notice.
3. The description of this product has been prepared to be as complete as possible.
If the reader is aware of any questionable points, errors or omissions, please
contact Canopus.
4. The company assumes no liability for the results of practical application,
regardless of item (3) above.
5. Regardless of whether negligence occurs during usage, the company assumes
no liability, even if there is a claim, for extraordinary, incidental or derivative
loss, including the loss of profits, that arise during practical application of this
product.
6. The analysis, reverse engineering, decompiling and disassembling of the
software, hardware or manuals that accompany this product, and all other
related products including miscellaneous supplemental items, are prohibited.
7. Canopus, as written in both English and Japanese, and its logo are registered
trademarks of Canopus Co., Ltd.
8. BX35F and BX50F are trademarks or registered trademarks of OMRON Corporation.
9. Pioneer and its logo are registered tradmarks of Pioneer Corporation.
10. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation,
USA. Other product names and the like are trademarks or registered trademarks
of the respective companies.
About the Documentation
This document is the HDMA-4000 User Guide.
Information not listed in this document may be listed elsewhere.
In cases where there is a difference between a description in this document and an
actual operation method, the actual operation method takes precedence.
In this manual, the unique features of the HDMA-4000 and the common features of
the HDMA-4000 and the HDMA-4000Sync are collectively described as those of the
HDMA-4000, while the unique features of the HDMA-4000Sync are described as
those of the HDMA-4000Sync.
The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is referred to as "Windows XP."
This document is written for users capable of performing basic PC operations. If
there is no special description of an operation, perform that operation in the same
manner as a general PC operation.
To simplify the descriptions, the actual product may differ from the illustrations and
screenshots.
Firmware version
The descriptions of the operation in this manual are based on those of the firmware
version 2.0 or later.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1
Introduction ...................................................................................12
Notes regarding usage ............................................................................. 12
Verify package contents ........................................................................... 12
Canopus website....................................................................................... 13
GNU General Public License .................................................................... 13
Replacement of the HDD and fan............................................................. 13
HDMA-4000 ...................................................................................14
Overview ................................................................................................... 14
Features of the HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync ....................................... 15
Features of HDMA-4000Sync ................................................................... 15
Chapter 2
HDMA-4000 Part Names ...............................................................18
HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync Front Panel ............................................. 18
HDMA-4000 Rear Panel ............................................................................ 20
HDMA-4000Sync Rear Panel.................................................................... 21
Remote Controller..................................................................................... 22
Ferrite core ................................................................................................ 23
Connecting the HDMA-4000 .........................................................24
Contents of the product CD ..........................................................26
Chapter 3
HDMA Scheduler Overview..........................................................28
What's HDMA Scheduler? ........................................................................ 28
Installation......................................................................................29
Installing HDMA Scheduler ...................................................................... 29
Uninstallation.................................................................................31
Uninstalling HDMA Scheduler.................................................................. 31
Using HDMA Scheduler ................................................................33

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Starting HDMA Scheduler ........................................................................ 33
HDMA Scheduler Main Screen ................................................................ 34
Menu bar ................................................................................................... 35
Creating a schedule .................................................................................. 40
Exporting a schedule ................................................................................ 44
Saving a schedule..................................................................................... 45
Loading a schedule................................................................................... 46
Chapter 4
Startup and shutdown...................................................................48
Startup....................................................................................................... 48
Shutdown .................................................................................................. 49
WOL (Wake On LAN) ................................................................................ 50
Reference 1
Contents update ............................................................................52
Contents update via a network................................................................. 52
Contents update via USB.......................................................................... 55
Description of the contents update control file ....................................... 56
Description examples ............................................................................... 57
Reference 2
How to create contents .................................................................60
Output parameter settings........................................................................ 60
How to create a schedule..............................................................62
Description of schedule text..................................................................... 62
Operation when the schedule file is invalid............................................. 65
Examples of a schedule............................................................................ 66
Reference 3
Serial control .................................................................................72
Command descriptions (Pioneer LD/DVD mode).................................... 73
Command descriptions (HDMA-4000 Ver.1.X mode) ............................. 82

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Error codes................................................................................................ 83
How to use serial control.......................................................................... 84
Managing a content file ............................................................................ 85
Reference 4
Setup using the front panel...........................................................90
Settings menu ........................................................................................... 90
Setup using Web browser ...........................................................100
Accessing the HDMA-4000 Setup page.................................................. 100
Preparation and starting the Web console ............................................. 100
HDMA-4000 Setup Page.......................................................................... 102
Updating firmware........................................................................118
How to update.......................................................................................... 118
Maintenance Mode.......................................................................119
Maintenance Mode overview.................................................................. 119
Firmware recovery................................................................................... 121
If you have forgotten the user name or the password........................... 123
Reference 5
Sync playback using the HDMA-4000Sync.................................126
Connecting devices ................................................................................. 126
HDMA-4000Sync settings........................................................................ 127
Contents ................................................................................................... 128
Playback ................................................................................................... 128
Available Combination of HDMA-4000Sync units for external sync..... 129
Appendix
Hardware Specifications ..............................................................132
Remote Control ID setting............................................................137
Connecting to a UPS ....................................................................138
Table of Contents

HDMA-4000
This chapter describes the things to check beforeThis chapter describes the things to check before
setting up HDMA-4000.setting up HDMA-4000.
- Introduction- Introduction
- HDMA-4000- HDMA-4000
Chapter 1Chapter 1

Chapter 1
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IntroductionIntroduction
Notes regarding usageNotes regarding usage
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FOR INCIDENTIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING UNDER
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER UNDER THEORY OF CONTRACT, TORT,
INDEMNITY, PRODUCT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE.
EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, CANOPUS MAKES NO
REPRESENTATIONS, EXTENDS NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MARCHANTABILITY,
NON-INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ASSUMES
NO RESPONSIBILITY WITH RESPECT TO THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT HEREUNDER.
FURTHER, CANOPUS MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF PROPER OPERATION OF THIS
PRODUCT UNDER OTHER USAGE ENVIRONMENT THAN THAT RECOMMENDED
BY CANOPUS FOR THIS PRODUCT.
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programmes, compact discs,
digital versatile discs, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of
copyright owners and be contrary to copyrights laws.
Verify package contentsVerify package contents
Please verify that the following accompanying components are included in the
HDMA-4000 package. Product packaging is implemented with stringent quality
assurance measures.
- HDMA-4000 Unit
- AC adapter & cable
- BNC-RCA conversion connector (x3)
- Remote Controller
- AAA battery (x2)
- Ferrite core (x2)
- CD-ROM
- Manual

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Canopus websiteCanopus website
Including HDMA-4000, the latest company information is announced at our website
http://www.canopus.com. The latest drivers, utilities, product manuals, FAQs, etc.
are also available, from our website.
GNU General Public LicenseGNU General Public License
This product utilizes the free software that uses GNU General Public License
(hereinafter “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter “LGPL”) in a
part of the software.
Replacement of the HDD and fanReplacement of the HDD and fan
While their lifespan varies according to the usage environment, the HDD and fan are
devices that must be periodically replaced. For trouble-free use of the HDMA-4000,
replace the internal HDD and fan after each year of operation. To replace these
items, contact your local retailer or the organization that installed the system.

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HDMA-4000HDMA-4000
OverviewOverview
The HDMA-4000 is a device that plays HD content stored on its internal HDD or
on a network. Contents can easily be updated from a network or a memory card.
Scheduled playback and remote serial control are also supported. By using a
memory drive instead of the internal HDD, a stable playback environment with no
moving parts is available.
An example of the HDMA-4000 unit connection.
Contents can be updated
via a network
LAN
Switch
RS-232C
Video output
Component/DVI/
S-Video/Composite
Audio output
Coaxial (digital)/
Composite (analog)
System controller
DU-100P
Data is updated with a USB memory device
Direct Playback of the contents of an
external drive (FAT32) is supported
In addition to the features of the HDMA-4000, the HDMA-4000Sync has a REF IN
(External reference signal input) port, enabling playback in external sync mode and
synchronization of multiple HDMA-4000 units.
An example of synchronized playback with the HDMA-4000Sync.
Switch
System controller
DU-100HP
RS-232C
Master
Slave
Slave
HUB
LAN
Reference
signal
The control signal input to the master unit will
be transmitted to slave units via LAN.
Distributor
Power amplifier
(Dolby Digital decoder)
Projector
Three-screen multi-monitor
Speaker
(5.1 ch)
Video output
HDSC1

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Features of the HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000SyncFeatures of the HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync
- Superior cost performance.
The HDMA-4000 has ample functions for an HD playback system and provides
superior cost performance.
- Various customized systems can be established.
There are many functions that can be used for various purposes including an
auto-playback system using the scheduler, or a system from which contents can
be played by using touch-panel operations.
- Provides a total solution - from editing to playback.
Capture video from a HDV camera onto the timeline of the Canopus HD. Use
the canopus HD editing system to capture and export the edited video as a
MPEG file. When the HDMA-4000 is connected via a network, the workflow from
editing to playback can be consolidated.
- Supports DVD/LD player compatible command controls
Commands compatible with the Pioneer DVD/LD player are supported. The
HDMA-4000 can replace DVD/LD players without any loss of functionality.
- Supported files
MPEG2 transport stream *
MPEG2 program stream *
* MPEG1 Audio Layer2, AAC (LPCM output) and AC3 (SPDIF output only) audio are
supported.
Features of HDMA-4000SyncFeatures of HDMA-4000Sync
- Supports playback in external sync mode
With a BB/3-value sync signal input, the video output from the HDMA-4000Sync
can be synchronized with the reference signal.
- Supports synchronization of multiple units
With HDMA-4000 master and HDMA-4000 slave units specified on a network,
the HDMA-4000 master unit can be operated to synchronize the playback timing
of the HDMA-4000 slave unit.

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HDMA-4000
This chapter describes the functions of theThis chapter describes the functions of the
HDMA-4000.HDMA-4000.
- HDMA-4000 Part Names- HDMA-4000 Part Names
- Connecting the HDMA-4000- Connecting the HDMA-4000
- Contents of the product CD- Contents of the product CD
Chapter 2Chapter 2

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HDMA-4000 Part NamesHDMA-4000 Part Names
HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync Front PanelHDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync Front Panel
(1) LCD
(2) POWER LED
(3) STORAGE LED (4) LINK LED
(5) KEY LED
(6) Infrared receiver
(7) Select Key (8) F1 Key (9) F2 Key (10) F3 Key
(11) MENU Key (12) STOP Key
(13) PLAY/ENTER Key
(1) LCD ...............................Displays the current operation status and setting
menus.
(2) POWER LED .................Lights when HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync operates.
- Unlit ........... Power is not on.
- Lit ............... Operating
- Blinking...... Starting up/Shutting down
(3) STORAGE LED .............Lights up when the internal HDD is being accessed.
(4) LINK LED ......................Lights when HDMA-4000 and/or HDMA-4000Sync
is connected to a network (via a hub or other such
device).
- Unlit ........... Not connected to a network device
(Switching Hub, etc.)
- Lit ............... Connected to a network device, but
not sending/receiving data.
- Blinking...... Connected to a network device, and
sending/receiving data.
(5) KEY LED .......................Lights when receiving a key signal from an infrared
remote controller or an external remote terminal.
(6) Infrared receiver...........Built in infrared receiver for remote controllers.

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(7) Select Key ....................When multiple files are registered in the current
schedule file, use the key to play the next file.
When a file is being played repeatedly, playback
jumps to the top of the file. In the settings menu,
press the / keys to select items, the key to
cancel or the key to accept the changed settings.
(8) F1 Key...........................Depending on the channel names defined in the
schedule file, the content corresponding to KEY 1
will be played.
(9) F2 Key...........................Depending on the channel names defined in the
schedule file, the content corresponding to KEY 2
will be played.
(10) F3 Key...........................Depending on the channel names defined in the
schedule file, the content corresponding to KEY 3
will be played.
(11) MENU Key....................Switches between the main screen and the setting
menus on the LCD.
(12) STOP Key .....................Stops playback. Used as the Cancel key in the setting
menus.
(13) PLAY/ENTER Key .........Starts playing the content. Used as the Enter key in
the setting menus.

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HDMA-4000 Rear PanelHDMA-4000 Rear Panel
(1) AUDIO OUT (L)
(3) SPDIF
(4) VIDEO OUT
(8) USB Port
(6) DVI-D
(2) AUDIO OUT (R)
(5) S VIDEO OUT
(9) LAN
(12) COM Port
(14) RESET Switch
(15) Power terminal
(7) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
(11) DIP Switch
(13) Theft prevention slot
(10) REMOTE terminal
(1) AUDIO OUT (L)....................... Audio output (left).
(2) AUDIO OUT (R) ...................... Audio output (right).
(3) SPDIF...................................... Coaxial digital audio output.
(4) VIDEO OUT ............................ Composite video signal output.
(5) S VIDEO OUT ......................... S-video signal output.
(6) DVI-D ...................................... DVI-D terminal
(7) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT .... Component video (Y/Pb/Pr) signal output.
(8) USB Port................................. Port for connecting a USB device.
(9) LAN......................................... Port for connecting an Ethernet cable.
(10) REMOTE terminal .................. Remote control terminal.
(11) DIP Switch.............................. Used to enable WOL (See Chapter 4).
(12) COM Port................................ Used for serial control (See Reference 3).
(13) Theft prevention slot ............. Slot for theft prevention devices such as wire
or cable locks.
(14) RESET Switch ........................ Used in emergencies. Do not use to reset.
(15) Power terminal....................... Connects to the accompanying AC adapter.
Never connect anything here other than the
accompanying AC adapter.