Gefen EXT-HD-DSWFPN User manual

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User Manual
EXT-HD-DSWFPN
Digital Signage Player
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Important Safety Instructions
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this product near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install or place this product 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. To reduce the risk of electric shock and/or damage to this product, never handle or
touch this unit or power cord if your hands are wet or damp. Do not expose this
product to rain or moisture.
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.
15. Batteries that may be included with this product and/or accessories should never be
exposed to open ame or excessive heat. Always dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
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Warranty Information
Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and
workmanship.
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notied within two (2) years from
the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided
that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or
modications. Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be
repaired at the current price of parts and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs
are warranted for ninety (90) days from the day of reshipment to the Buyer.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or tness for any particular purpose, all of
which are expressly disclaimed.
1. Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty.
2. Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen.
3. Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cables must be in their original
condition.
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate.
However, Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained
in this manual. In no event will Gefen be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if
advised of the possibility of such damages. The technical information contained herein
regarding the features and specications is subject to change without notice.
For the latest warranty coverage information, refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under
the Support section of the Gefen Web site at www.gefen.com.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Please register your product online by visiting the Register Product page under the
Support section of the Gefen Web site.
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Gefen, LLC
c/o Customer Service
20600 Nordhoff St.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Telephone: [phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Visit us on the Web: www.gefen.com
Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacic Time
Digital Signage Player with Wi-Fi Plus is a trademark of Gefen, LLC.
Important Notice
Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any
accompanying documentation without prior written notice.
© 2012 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Contacting Gefen Technical Support
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• The maximum internal storage capacity of the Digital Signage Player is
4 GB. However, an additional CF (Compact Flash) card can be installed to expand
the total available memory. CompactFlash cards up to 16 GB are supported.
NOTE: Using a CompactFlash card replaces the internal memory; it does not
supplement the 4 GB of internal memory.
• In order to access the Menu System, the display must support 1024 x 768 (XGA).
• The Digital Signage Player will not recognize a keyboard when using a PS/2 to USB
adapter. A true USB keyboard must be used.
• The Digital Signage Player supports live ingestion, which automatically downloads
content from the USB drive or network to the internal memory.
• When using the Signage Manager Express software for the rst time, the Full HD
Open API Media Player V2 must be selected as the active player.
• Digital Signage content using external video will not work unless the latest version
of the Signage Manager Express is installed. Download the latest version from the
Gefen Web site.
Operating Notes
ATTENTION: This equipment may only be operated indoors.
Operation outdoors is in violation of 47 U.S.C.301 and could subject
the operator to serious legal penalties. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received
including interference that may cause undesirable
operation.
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Features
• Supports HD resolutions up to 1080p Full HD
• Supports MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG L2, MP3, H.264/MPEG-4, and VC-1 codec
formats.
• Live video input using the included Composite cables.
• 4 GB of built-in memory (expandable).
• Dynamic content support for SMIL 3.0 (sub-set)
• CMS device management in LAN or WAN environments is possible using 3rd party
solutions which are compliant with the SMIL protocol
• NTP client for time synchronization.
• CEC support (ON and OFF commands only)
• Real-time clock with battery backup.
• Automatic error recovery with built-in WDT.
• Auto-play starts playing scheduled contents automatically.
• Compact and wall-mountable solid metal enclosure for excellent heat dissipation and
durability.
• Access to dynamic content via HTML5 widgets (RSS feeds, news, Twitter, Web sites,
calenders, weather, and live clocks.
• 13 base templates and 7 widget templates.
Packing List
The Digital Signage Player with Wi-Fi Plus ships with the items listed below. If any of these
items are not present in the box when you rst open it, immediately contact your dealer or
Gefen.
• 1 x Digital Signage Player with Wi-Fi Plus
• 1 x Wi-Fi antenna
• 1 x Ethernet cable
• 1 x 3.5mm-to-Composite A/V cable
• 1 x RS-232 adapter (RJ-11 to DB-9)
• 1 x 12V DC power supply
• 1 x AC power cord
• 1 x Quick-Start Guide
Features and Packing List
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Table of Contents
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Digital Signage Player with Wi-Fi Plus
01 Getting Started
Panel Layout ......................................................................................................... 2
Front.............................................................................................................. 2
Back .............................................................................................................. 3
Side ............................................................................................................... 4
Installation ............................................................................................................. 5
Sample Wiring Diagram ................................................................................ 5
02 Operating the
Digital Signage Player with Wi-Fi Plus
Powering the Digital Signage Player..................................................................... 8
Conguring the Digital Signage Player.................................................................. 9
Connecting the USB Keyboard ..................................................................... 9
Displaying the Device Information................................................................. 9
Setting the Output Resolution ..................................................................... 10
Setting the Content Source ......................................................................... 11
Pulling Content............................................................................................ 12
Changing the name of the Digital Signage Player ...................................... 13
Connecting to a Network using DHCP ........................................................ 14
Connecting to a Network using a Static IP.................................................. 16
Connecting to a Network using Wi-Fi.......................................................... 17
Changing the Proxy Type............................................................................ 20
Changing the Proxy Server ......................................................................... 21
Setting the Internal Clock ............................................................................ 22
Setting the Time Zone................................................................................. 23
Setting the Time Server .............................................................................. 26
Setting the Password .................................................................................. 28
Undoing Changes ....................................................................................... 29
Saving Changes / Exiting the Main Menu ................................................... 30
03 Signage Manager Express Software
Software Installation............................................................................................ 34
Creating a Sample Presentation ......................................................................... 35
Adding the Content ..................................................................................... 38
Ingesting the Content .................................................................................. 40
Changing the Display Interval ..................................................................... 45
Adding Video............................................................................................... 47
Combining Images with Video..................................................................... 51
Adding a Ticker ........................................................................................... 54
Using Additional Colors............................................................................... 57
Using Widgets ............................................................................................. 59

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Using Weekly Schedules..................................................................................... 65
Adding, Editing, and Deleting Time Blocks ................................................. 70
Adding and Editing Content within Time Blocks.......................................... 71
Using the Trigger Template ................................................................................. 72
Restoring Factory-Default Settings ..................................................................... 73
04 Appendix
GPIO PCB Installation......................................................................................... 76
Network Cable Diagram ...................................................................................... 78
Specications ...................................................................................................... 79