DMX ProFusion M5 User manual

ProFusion® M5
USER GUIDE
ProFusion M5
ProFusion M5

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
This symbol is intended to inform users that internal
parts may cause electrical shock and injury.
This symbol is intended to inform users of important
operational instructions and clarications.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury:
Do not use ProFusion® M5 if it has been exposed to water.
Do not use ProFusion M5 if it has been dropped and or damaged.
Do not use ProFusion M5 with a damaged power cord.
Do not unplug by pulling on the power cord.
Do not restrict case airow by blocking or inserting objects into case
ventilation openings.
Do not use in environments with excessive heat, humidity, magnetic
elds, or dust.
Place ProFusion M5 only on a stable surface of sucient size and
strength where it will not be exposed to excessive vibration.
Do not overload power outlets.
Route all cables safely. Do not place any items on or against the
cables.
Do not allow children to operate without supervision.
Use only attachments that are approved by DMX, Inc.

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Safety Agency Listings
ProFusion M5 – Version 1.0
This device is in compliance with FCC rules Part 15B for class A devices. This device provides reasonable pro-
tection against harmful interference if installed and used in accordance with the instructions.
This device is UL/CSA listed.
This device is certied as a CE Class A appliance.
ProFusion M5 – Version 2.0
Regulatory and Safety
This device is in compliance with Class A limits for FCC Part 15B and Industry Canada ICES-003. This device provides
reasonable protection against harmful interference if installed and used in accordance with the instructions.
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. Operation of this device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
Industry of Canada
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regula-
tions. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Cet appareillage numérique de la classe A répond à toutes les exigences de l’interférence canadiennecausant
des règlements d’équipement. L’opération est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif peut ne
pas causer l’interférence nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n’importe quelle interférence reçue, y compris
l’interférence qui peut causer l’opération peu désirée.
Note: This device contains a Class 1 Laser Product.
This device contains a Li battery. CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with incorrect type. Please
dispose of used batteries according to battery instructions.

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Contents
Features.................................................................................................................................................. 1
Getting Started
Checking Your Package Contents..................................................................................................................................2
Identifying your ProFusion M5 product version ......................................................................................................2
Controls and Functions
Front Panel.............................................................................................................................................................................3
Rear Panel...............................................................................................................................................................................4
Installation and Setup
Placement Guidelines........................................................................................................................................................6
Rack Placement....................................................................................................................................................................6
Connecting ProFusion M5................................................................................................................................................6
Basic Operation
Powering ProFusion M5 On and O .............................................................................................................................8
Updating ProFusion M5 via Disc....................................................................................................................................8
Control Panel Menu System ............................................................................................................................................9
ProFusion M5 Device Information.............................................................................................................................. 10
Changing Styles ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Viewing and Setting Date and Time.......................................................................................................................... 12
Style Version Information.............................................................................................................................................. 12
Messaging........................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Advanced Operation
Video Settings ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Determining the Current Video Output Type ................................................................................................. 15
Changing the Video Output Type ...................................................................................................................... 15
Setting the Video Output Resolution.................................................................................................................15
Creating a Custom Resolution.............................................................................................................................. 16
Rotating the Screen Orientation..........................................................................................................................16
Network Connectivity (Ethernet Update Only) ..................................................................................................... 16
Viewing the Network Settings.............................................................................................................................. 17
Changing the IP Type...............................................................................................................................................17
Changing the IP Address and Subnet Mask .................................................................................................... 18
Changing the Default Gateway............................................................................................................................ 18
Changing the FTP Server IP address .................................................................................................................. 19
Testing the Network Settings ............................................................................................................................... 19
Viewing the Update Status.................................................................................................................................... 19
Updating the Conguration..................................................................................................................................20
Updating the Content & Conguration ............................................................................................................20
Stopping an Update.................................................................................................................................................20
System Diagnostics.......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Appendix A: Glossary .........................................................................................................................22
Appendix B: Troubleshooting............................................................................................................23
Appendix C: Control Panel Menu System Tree .................................................................................25
Appendix D: Specifications................................................................................................................26
Appendix E: Contact DMX ..................................................................................................................27

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Features
What is ProFusion M5?
ProFusion M5 is a high-performance, easy-to-use, multimedia platform, which delivers your brand im-
age, digital signage, advertising, full-motion video, messaging and music.
ProFusion M5 System Overview
Only ProFusion M5 has the adaptability to deliver a variety of multimedia content from a single, space-
ecient component. Multiple visual eects can play simultaneously, from Adobe® Flash™ animation
to Web content and music videos. Combine visuals with music, audio and video message marketing
to create a custom in-store experience at the touch of a button.
ProFusion M5 Features
Supports multiple visual and audio elements, including video, music, digital signage, messaging,•
web content, and branding.
Eortless integration with existing audio visual components.•
Ease of installation and management.•
Optimized, ecient, and reliable distribution of high-quality multimedia content throughout a•
company’s multiple locations.
Supports multiple formats; MPEG 1, MPEG 2, JPEG, PNG, MNG, HTML and Adobe® Flash™.•
How Does ProFusion M5 Work?
Your ProFusion M5 arrives pre-loaded with music, imaging and messaging per your exact specications.
It works seamlessly with most existing audio and video systems and can deliver images to LCDs, plasma
screens, TVs, kiosks, and video projectors. Conguration and content is updated in two ways; Ethernet or
disc.

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Getting Started
Checking Your Package Contents
(1) ProFusion M5 playback device
(1) ProFusion M5 User Guide
(1) 6’ (183cm) 18 AWG UL power cord
(1) S-Video/Composite breakout adapter cable (version 2.0 only)
Note: This cable is required for ProFusion M5 devices using S-Video or Composite
(1) 6’ (183cm) S-Video cable
(1) 6’ (183cm) Composite cable (S-Video connector to RCA connector)
(1) 1/8” Stereo mini plug to stereo RCA audio adapter
(1) 6’ (183cm) Dual RCA stereo audio cable
(1) Stereo male to RCA male Y-cable
(Optional) Additional second set of audio cables for ProFusion M5 devices congured for two audio
zones
Any additional or dierent cables required to complete the installation will need to be obtained
separately.
Please keep all packaging material for later use if your ProFusion M5 must be re-shipped.
Identifying your ProFusion M5 product version
V• ersion 1.0: Serial numbers (located on the rear panel) that start with the letter D.
Version 2.0:• Serial numbers (located on the front and rear panel) that start with the letter C.

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Controls and Functions
Front Panel
The front panel of ProFusion M5 has an LCD control panel used to change styles and access other aspects of
the Control Panel menu system.
1. POWER Button
To turn ProFusion M5 on or o, press the POWER button once.
Note: Do not hold in the POWER button when powering ProFusion M5 on or o.
2. DVD-ROM Drive
The DVD-ROM drive is used to update ProFusion M5 with the latest conguration, software and con-
tent. Press the eject button in the lower right corner of the DVD-ROM drive to open and close the disc
tray.
3. LCD Control Panel
The LCD display panel is also used to access the Control Panel menu system. While in Playback mode,
the main screen of the LCD control panel will display the title, artist, style name and zone name of the
content currently playing. The last line of the main screen will automatically scroll between the zone
name, Schedule Mode, and date/time.
4. Navigation Buttons
The UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT buttons are used to navigate the Control Panel menu system.
5. Enter Button
Press the ENTER button to access the Control Panel menu system. The ENTER button is also used to
select highlighted options in the Control Panel menu system.
Note: The F1 and F2 buttons are not functional.

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Rear Panel
The rear panel of ProFusion M5 has a variety of connections that are used to integrate it with your existing
audio/visual system and Ethernet network.
1. Power Cord Input
ProFusion M5 operates on AC power.
Note: Never attempt to operate ProFusion M5 on
DC power.
2. On/O Switch
This switch should be left in the ON position at all
times.
3. Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port is used to connect ProFusion M5, via a CAT5 Ethernet cable, to your network in order
to receive conguration, software and content updates via the Internet.
4. Music Zone Audio Connector (Green Jack)
This connection is a 1/8” stereo mini-plug jack used to connect ProFusion M5 to your amplication
equipment.
5. Video Zone S-Video/Composite Port
This port is used for S-Video and Composite video signals.
Note: When connecting your ProFusion M5 to display, or other external video equipment, the pro-
vided S-Video/Composite breakout adapter cable is required if the video output type will be S-Video
or Composite (version 2.0 only).
Version 2.0
Version 1.0