Fantec TV-FHDS User manual

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Table of Content
1. Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Preface........................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Packing List................................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Cautions...................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Connection.................................................................................................................. 6
1.5 Power On / Off .......................................................................................................... 10
1.6 Menu Language........................................................................................................ 10
2. About the Player .................................................................................................................11
2.1 Remote Control..........................................................................................................11
2.2 Front Panel ............................................................................................................... 13
2.3 Rear Panel................................................................................................................ 13
2.4 Side Panel................................................................................................................. 14
3. Setup Menu ........................................................................................................................ 15
3.1 ChangingAudio Settings........................................................................................... 15
3.2 Changing Video Settings .......................................................................................... 16
3.3 Changing Network Settings ...................................................................................... 17
3.4 Changing System Settings........................................................................................ 20
3.5 Miscellaneous........................................................................................................... 22
4. Browser Menu.................................................................................................................... 23
4.1 Browsing All .............................................................................................................. 23
4.2 Browsing Music......................................................................................................... 24
4.3 Browsing Photos....................................................................................................... 25
4.4 Browsing Movies....................................................................................................... 26
4.5 A/V Streaming via Network....................................................................................... 27
4.6 A/V Streaming via UPnP-server................................................................................ 29
4.7 Renaming / Deleting Files......................................................................................... 31
4.8 Managing the Playlist................................................................................................ 31
5. File Copy Menu.................................................................................................................. 33
6. Internet Radio..................................................................................................................... 34
7. Upgrading the Firmware................................................................................................... 35
8. Appendixes......................................................................................................................... 36
8.1 Specifications............................................................................................................ 36
8.2 Frequently Asked Questions..................................................................................... 37
8.3 Copyrights and Trademarks...................................................................................... 38
8.4 Warranty.................................................................................................................... 39
8.5 GPL Statement.......................................................................................................... 39

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1. Introduction
1.1 Preface
Thank you very much for purchasing the product. We hope you will enjoy using it as a great
home entertainment partner. The FANTEC TV-FHDS has the following functionality.
Audio Video Output
•HDMI V1.3 for high-definition video and digital audio
•Composite & component video and stereo audio for analog audio-visual connection
•S/PDIF optical interface for high-fidelity digital audio
•Adjustable video output resolution (NTSC, PAL, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p)
Multimedia Playback
•Supports major audio, video and image file formats (1080p HD video decoding)
•Movie format: AVI/MKV/TS/TP/TRP/M2TS/MPG/MP4/M4V/MOV/VOB/ISO/IFO/DAT/
WMV/ASF/RM/RMVB/FLV
•Music format: MP3/OGG/WMA/WAV/AAC/FLAC
•Photo format: HD JPEG/BMP/GIF/TIF/PNG
•Photo slide show with background music
Network Feature
•A/V streaming/transmission via Ethernet (10M/100M) & Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, optional)
•A/V streaming via UPnP Media Server
•Internet Radio (SHOUTcast)
File Copy
•Supports copying & moving files among USB devices, Card and Network
USB 2.0 Support
•USB HOST port x 2 (for USB storage devices)
•Memory Card slot x 1
Note: All the information contained in this manual was correct at the time of publication.
However, as our engineers are always updating and improving the product, your device’s
software may have a slightly different appearance or modified functionality than presented in
this manual.

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1.2 Packing List
Part Quantity
Player 1
A/V cable 1
Y/Pb/Pr cable 1
Remote Control 1
Remote Control Battery 2
AC/DC adaptor 1
User Manual (printed) 1
Warranty card 1
Note:
The actual contents in the package might be different from the packing list in this manual.
1.3 Cautions
This player’s design and manufacture has your safety in mind. In order to a safely and
effectively use this of this player, please read the following before usage.
1.3.1 Usage Cautions
User should not modify this player. The environmental temperature should be within +5℃~
+35℃.
1.3.2 Power
The player’s power voltage: DC 5V.
When using this player, please connect the suppliedAC adapter or AC adapter cable to the
player’s power jack. When placing the adapter cable, make sure it can not get damaged or be
subject to pressure. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the adapter first before
cleaning it. Never connect the adapter to the player in a humid or dusty area. Do not replace
the adapter or cable’s wire or connector.
1.3.3 Radio Interference
- If not properly shielded, almost all electronic devices will get radio interference. Under some
conditions, your player might get interference.
- The design of this player has followed the FCC/CE standard and has followed the following
rules:
(1) This player may not cause harmful interference;
(2) This player could accept some interference received including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
1.3.4 Repair
If the player has a problem, you should take it to an appointed repair center and let the
specialists do the repair, never repair the player yourself, you might damage the player or
endanger yourself or your data.

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1.3.5 Disposing of the Player
When you dispose of the player, be sure to dispose it appropriately. Some countries may
regulate disposal of electrical devices. Please consult with your local authority.
1.3.6 Others
When using this player, please do not let the player come into contact with water or other
liquids. If water is accidentally spilled on the player, please use a dry cloth to absorb the
spillage.
Electronic products are vulnerable, when using please avoid shaking or hitting the player and
do not press the buttons too hard.
Do not let the player come into contact with water or other liquid.
Do not disassemble the player, repair the player or change the design of the player, any
damage done will not be included in the repair policy.
Do not press the buttons of the player too hard.
Avoid hitting the player with hard object, avoid shaking the player and stay away from
magnetic fields.
During electrostatic discharge and the strong electromagnetic field, the product will
malfunction, then unplug the power cable and the product will return to normal
performance next time it is powered on.

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1.4 Connection
1.4.1 Connecting the Power Supply
(1) Follow the picture and connect theAC adaptor to the player’s DC IN jack;
(2) Follow the picture and plug in theAC adaptor to the power outlet.
1.4.2 Connecting a USB Device
(1) Make sure the player is powered on;
(2) Plug in the USB stick or USB HDD etc. to the USB HOST port of this player.
In this way, you can browse contents on the USB device.

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1.4.3 Connecting a Memory Card
Memory cards can be used by inserting to the card slot.
(1) Follow the picture to insert the memory card into the card slot properly.
(2) Insert the card by following the arrow pointer in the picture.
In this way, you can browse content on the memory card.
1.4.4 Connecting to a TV
1.4.4.1 A/V OUT
(1) Follow the picture and plug in the 3 color connector to the player’sA/V OUT jack;
(2) Follow the picture and plug in the 3 color connector to the TV’sA/V IN jack.
In this way, you can enjoy the media files on TV or other display devices.

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1.4.4.2 Y/Pb/Pr Component OUT
(1) Follow the picture and plug in the 3 color connector to the player’s Y/Pb/Pr jack.
(2) Follow the picture and plug in the 3 color connector to the TV’s Y/Pb/Pr jack.
Note: Audio Connection while using Y/Pb/Pr Video out:
First method: Use the audio output from theA/V OUT jack.
Second method: Use the audio output from the S/PDIF Optical jack.
In this way, you can also enjoy HD videos, music and photos on TV.
1.4.4.3 HDMI OUT
(1) Follow the picture and plug one connector on your HDMI cable to the player’s HDMI jack.
(2) Follow the picture and plug the other connector on your HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI jack.
In this way, you can have the highest quality video and audio via a single cable.

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1.4.5 Connecting to a Digital Amplifier
(1) Follow the picture and plug in the RCAconnector on your coaxial cable to the player’s
S/PDIF Coaxial jack. Or if you use optical fiber, please plug in the Toslink connector on your
optical fiber to the player’s S/PDIF Optical jack.
(2) Follow the picture and plug in the other connector on your coaxial cable or optical fiber to
the digital audio device (digital amplifier or decoder).
In this way, you can enjoy powerful Dolby Digital or MPEG sound. (Please refer to ‘3.1
Changing Audio Settings’ for configuration)
1.4.6 Connecting to LAN
To connect to a LAN (Local Area Network) you require a cat5, cat5e or cat6 network cable.
(1) Connect one of the crystal plugs on the cable to the player’s RJ45 LAN socket.
(2) Connect the other crystal plug on the cable to a RJ45 LAN port on your router, switch or
hub devices.