HP Pocket Playlist User manual

Document Part Number: Part Number: 699916-002
Edition: Second Edition: January 2013, First Edition: December 2012
HP Pocket Playlist
User Guide

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Table of contents
1 Setting up HP Pocket Playlist ........................................................................................................................... 1
Installing the software ........................................................................................................................... 1
Hardware components ......................................................................................................................... 1
Software requirements ......................................................................................................................... 3
2 Using HP Pocket Playlist .................................................................................................................................. 4
Control Center ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Loading files onto HP Pocket Playlist ................................................................................................... 5
3 Connecting your mobile device(s) to HP Pocket Playlist .................................................................................. 7
Downloading and using the playback application ................................................................................. 7
Supported devices – IOS and Android ................................................................................. 7
Establishing a connection .................................................................................................... 7
How to browse and play media files .................................................................................... 8
How to create a playlist using iOS ....................................................................................... 8
How to create a playlist using Android ................................................................................. 8
4 Configuring HP Pocket Playlist ....................................................................................................................... 10
Accessing settings from your mobile application ................................................................................ 10
Accessing settings from your computer ............................................................................................. 10
Configuring HP Pocket Playlist for multiple network connections ...................................... 12
Restoring factory default settings ...................................................................................... 13
Modifying the HP Pocket Playlist device name and password .......................................... 13
Updating firmware .............................................................................................................. 14
Shutting down and restarting .............................................................................................................. 14
Streaming media ................................................................................................................................ 15
Streaming media to your entertainment center .................................................................. 15
Resetting media streaming ................................................................................................ 16
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist from a Linux system (advanced topic) .......................................... 16
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist using Samba ................................................................ 16
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist using a Linux graphical interface .................................. 16
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist using NetBIOS name ................................................... 16
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist using Samba command lines ....................................... 16
Accessing HP Pocket Playlist configuration screens ......................................................... 17
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist from an Apple computer or Mac OS X .......................................... 17
Accessing HP Pocket Playlist configuration screens ......................................................... 17
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Mapping folders on a Mac ................................................................................................. 18
Installing two or more HP Pocket Playlists ......................................................................................... 18
Security configuration options ............................................................................................................ 18
Set a password .................................................................................................................. 18
Hotspot mode .................................................................................................................... 18
5 Converting your media files so they play on your mobile device .................................................................... 19
6 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................. 20
Connection issues .............................................................................................................................. 20
Upload issues ..................................................................................................................................... 24
File issues .......................................................................................................................................... 24
Streaming issues ................................................................................................................................ 25
Power issues ...................................................................................................................................... 26
Permission issues .............................................................................................................................. 27
7 Glossary .......................................................................................................................................................... 28
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1 Setting up HP Pocket Playlist
HP Pocket Playlist lets you watch or listen to media to your computer, Android, or Apple devices.
Simply install the software on your computer and the app on your mobile device, establish a wireless
connection to the HP Pocket Playlist, and begin streaming.
HP Pocket Playlist provides a centralized location for all of your media files for easy access from any
computer in your home. You can also stream media files to your stereo or television if you have a
Digital Media Adapter (DMA) attached.
You can load the HP Pocket Playlist with music, photos, and video files and then take the device with
you (in the car, in a hotel room, at a friend's house, etc) and be able to play back that content on your
smart phones and tablets.
You can also use the HP Pocket Playlist as an attached USB storage device or as a wireless (Wi-Fi)
external drive.
Apps are available from the Apple App Store and Android app stores that allow optimized playback of
the multimedia content.
NOTE: Generic DLNA (industry standard) applications may be available for smartphones and
tablets that do not run iOS or Android. While generic DLNA applications are not officially supported,
apps may be available that work with HP Pocket Playlist.
The following steps outline what is required to play media files loaded on HP Pocket Playlist on a
mobile device:
1. From your computer, load media files onto HP Pocket Playlist.
2. Go to the app store on your mobile device, search for HP Pocket Playlist, and then download
and install the mobile application.
3. Establish a connection from your mobile device to HP Pocket Playlist.
4. Open the app on your mobile device and select your HP Pocket Playlist.
5. Navigate to and play media files.
Installing the software
To load files onto and configure and use HP Pocket Playlist, you need to install the software package
onto your computer. This software loads the Control Center, as well as files that facilitate
communication with the HP Pocket Playlist.
Hardware components
The HP Pocket Playlist includes the following features:
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Item Component Description
(1) Accessory/strap holder Secures your accessories.
NOTE: Strap not included.
(2) USB cable connector Connects to an AC adapter, car charger, or a USB cable for direct connection to a
computer.
(3) Reset button Press and hold for 5 seconds to reset the device. Pressing this button resets all
values to factory defaults, reboots the device, and cleans and rebuilds the DLNA
database while retaining your information.
(4) Power light Solid green = power on, battery fully charged.
Blinking green = charging.
Solid orange = 30 minutes of battery life left at time light turns orange.
Solid red = 10 minutes of battery life left at time light turns red.
Blinking red/orange = backup mode, which detects a firmware update failure and
restores original firmware.
(5) Wireless light Solid blue = wireless connection ready.
Blinking blue (irregular) = Data being transmitted.
Blinking blue (0.5 seconds alternating off and on) = WPS button pressed, device
ready to make wireless connection.
NOTE: Light blinks for 120 seconds or until connection is established.
(6) Power button Press to turn power on and off.
●To turn power on: Hold down for 3 seconds until the green LED turns off. The
LED stays off briefly, and then comes back on and stays lit.
●To turn power off: Hold down for 3 seconds until the green LED turns off.
●To force shut down if the device becomes unresponsive: Hold down for 7
seconds until the green LED turns off.
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(7) Connection source Select to enable a connection using a USB cable.
If you switch from USB mode to Wi-Fi mode with the device on while connected to
the computer, the drive letter disappears from Windows.
Select to enable a wireless connection.
If you switch from Wi-Fi mode to USB mode with the device on, the Wi-Fi network
turns off, resulting in your mobile devices disconnecting and no longer streaming.
(8) Wi-Fi Protected Setup
(WPS) button
Press the WPS button on the HP Pocket Playlist to connect it with a WPS-enabled
computer without having to manually enter the security information.
Software requirements
Using HP Pocket Playlist requires that you load software onto your computer, and then use your
computer as the hub from which you add content to the device.
HP Pocket Playlist software requires the following:
●Operating systems (32-bit and 64-bit):
◦Windows 8
◦Windows 7
◦Windows Vista
◦Windows XP
●2.0 Ghz Intel Pentium 4 processor or equivalent
●512 MB RAM
●Minimum hard disk space requirement: 150MB
●Network access using Ethernet port or wireless (802.11)
●Adobe Flash Player for file upload function
●Computer Web browsers:
◦Internet Explorer 8.0 or later
◦Google Chrome
◦Mozilla Firefox 3.0 or later
◦Apple Safari 3 & 4 or later
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2 Using HP Pocket Playlist
You can use different methods to access the HP Pocket Playlist, as follows:
●With a direct connection using the provided USB cable
Set the connection switch to and connect a USB cable from the device to your computer
to use the device like a USB flash drive or manage files using software on the connected
computer. This connection method is the fastest way to transfer files.
NOTE: You cannot access HP Pocket Playlist settings using a USB connection.
●With a wireless connection
Set the connection switch to , and then establish a wireless connection from your computer.
The default network name is PocketPlaylist. You can access HP Pocket Playlist settings from
the wireless connection, as well as manage your files.
NOTE: The maximum file size you can upload using the web interface is 2 GB. HP
recommends using a direct USB connection when managing files. You can also use
MediaConverter7 to reduce the file size.
●Using an app from a mobile device
Download the app and establish a connection with your mobile device to stream media and
access HP Pocket Playlist settings.
NOTE: HP Pocket Playlist charges when connected to a computer with the USB cable. The device
charges even if the connection switch is set to wireless mode.
Control Center
Control Center is automatically installed as part of the computer software package. Control Center
lets you use and configure the HP Pocket Playlist.
To open Control Center, click the HP Pocket Playlist icon on the computer desktop.
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(1): Browse, manage, copy, and delete the files and folders on your HP Pocket Playlist.
(2): Convert audio and video files for playback on your mobile device. Files are stored on the HP
Pocket Playlist, while playback occurs on your mobile device. This software adjusts the file format on
the HP Pocket Playlist to match the output device that you select so that you can play the file from
your mobile device. The media converter also lets you transform unencrypted DVD content into a
single file that you can copy to the HP Pocket Playlist and stream to your mobile device.
(3): Customize the settings on your HP Pocket Playlist. This option is available only when using a Wi-
Fi connection.
(4): Access the user guide.
(5): Get online support.
(6): Select when connecting to HP Pocket Playlist with a direct USB connection.
(7): Select when connecting to HP Pocket Playlist with a Wi-Fi connection. Select this icon to see the
Settings icon.
Loading files onto HP Pocket Playlist
Transfer files to and from the HP Pocket Playlist using your computer and either a wired USB or
wireless (Wi-Fi) connection. A wired USB connection is the recommended, faster method. When you
connect a USB cable from your computer to the HP Pocket Playlist, it acts similar to a USB flash
drive. You can transfer files using file management software such as Windows Explorer. You can also
use Control Center to manage your files with either a wired or wireless connection.
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NOTE: When using a wired USB connection, make sure the switch on the HP Pocket Playlist is set
to USB mode .
You can use several methods to browse to and access your device’s folders.
●Control Center
1. If you are connected to HP Pocket Playlist from your computer using a USB cable, click
USB Connection.
– or –
If you are connected to HP Pocket Playlist from your computer using a wireless connection,
click Wi-Fi Connection.
NOTE: After powering on the HP Pocket Playlist, there will be a brief delay before
wireless functionality is available.
2. Click View HP Pocket Playlist.
A browser window opens showing you a list of your folders. Double-click the name of a
folder to browse its contents. Using a web interface, you can only transfer one file at a time
with a maximum size of 2 GB.
3. If you are using a Wi-Fi connection, you can also manage files by clicking Customize HP
Pocket Playlist Settings.
The folder structure for the device displays. You can manage individual files from this
interface.
NOTE: Not supported from mobile web browsers.
●Windows Explorer
If your HP Pocket Playlist is connected to your computer with a USB cable, it displays as a drive
named “USB DISK” (similar to a USB flash drive). You can manage the files on the device as
you would any other drive.
If the device is connected to your computer with a wireless connection, it displays as a network
connection.
After opening your HP Pocket Playlist, the default network address displays in the address bar
as \\PocketPlaylist\WiFiDrive.
●Mapping drive letters
In Windows Explorer, select Tools, and then select Map Network Drive to map the HP Pocket
Playlist.
Type \\PocketPlaylist\WiFiDrive
NOTE: If you changed the name of your device, type the new name instead of
PocketPlaylist.
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3 Connecting your mobile device(s) to HP
Pocket Playlist
This chapter provides information about connecting your mobile device to the HP Pocket Playlist.
Downloading and using the playback application
The HP Pocket Playlist app is available from the Apple App Store or Android app stores. The app lets
you use your mobile device to play, show, and control videos, audio, and photos stored on the HP
Pocket Playlist.
Supported devices – IOS and Android
The iOS app supports the following:
●iPod touch Gen 3/4/5
●iPhone 3GS and above
●iPad (all models)
●iOS versions 4.3 and above
The Android app supports the following OS versions:
●2.2 to 4.0.4
Establishing a connection
To establish a connection from your mobile device to the HP Pocket Playlist Device:
1. Go to the app store on your mobile device, search for HP Pocket Playlist, and then download
and install the mobile application.
2. Power on your HP Pocket Playlist and switch it to Wi-Fi mode.
3. From your mobile device, go to Settings, select the wireless option, and then connect to
PocketPlaylist.
If you previously changed the name of the device, select the name you chose.
4. Start the HP Pocket Playlist app.
The app prompts you to choose a new name for the HP Pocket Playlist and optionally configure
a password. Note that If the you change the name, you have to reconnect your mobile device to
the new SSID name.
NOTE: HP recommends that you set up a password for your HP Pocket Playlist.
5. Tap the HP Pocket Playlist icon.
NOTE: Tap the refresh icon if your device does not display.
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NOTE: When you establish a wireless connection from your mobile device to HP Pocket Playlist,
your mobile device may drop the existing connection to your default wireless access point. You can
configure your mobile device to allow connections to both sources. For more information, see
Configuring HP Pocket Playlist for multiple network connections on page 12.
How to browse and play media files
HP Pocket Playlist organizes your files by various different categories, specific to the type of media.
For example, music files are categorized by artist, album, playlist, and so on, while photos are
organized by date, album, playlist, and more.
1. Open the HP Pocket Playlist app and select the device to view.
2. Tap Storage to manage your files or the corresponding icon to play or view your media files.
3. Tap to navigate the folders in the HP Pocket Playlist, and then tap to play media files.
How to create a playlist using iOS
You can create playlists to store your favorite music, photos, or video files. Playlists can contain only
one type of file. For example, you cannot create a playlist that includes both music and photos or
music and video.
1. Open the HP Pocket Playlist app and select the HP Pocket Playlist.
2. Select the type of media (music, video, or photo) for which to create a playlist.
3. Tap Playlist.
4. Tap New playlist.
5. Type a name for the playlist.
6. Navigate to the files to add to the playlist.
7. With the files displayed, tap the Upload icon .
8. Tap to select the files to add to the playlist.
9. Tap Add to playlist.
10. Tap the playlist to add the files to.
How to create a playlist using Android
You can create playlists to store your favorite music, photos, or video files. Playlists can contain only
one type of file. For example, you cannot create a playlist that includes both music and photos or
music and video.
1. Open the HP Pocket Playlist app and select the HP Pocket Playlist.
2. Select the type of media (music, video, or photo) for which to create a playlist.
3. Navigate to the files to add to the playlist. To open existing playlists or add a new playlist, you
must display files on the screen.
4. Press the Menu/Settings button. Menu items display at the bottom of the screen.
5. Tap the Add icon to select files to add to a playlist, or to create a new playlist.
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a. Tap to select the files to add to the playlist.
b. Tap OK when done.
c. Select an existing playlist or New Playlist to add the files to.
6. To play an existing playlist, tap the Playlist icon to select the playlist.
a. Tap the Menu/Settings button.
b. Tap Play.
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4 Configuring HP Pocket Playlist
You can access the settings from a computer using a wireless connection. You can also access some
settings from the mobile applications, including Wi-Fi setup, hotspot mode, and default settings.
Accessing settings from your mobile application
1. Open the app on your mobile device and select your HP Pocket Playlist.
2. Tap the Settings icon
Accessing settings from your computer
To access HP Pocket Playlist configuration settings from your computer:
1. Place the connection switch to on the HP Pocket Playlist.
Make sure the blue LED is lit before accessing configuration settings.
2. From a computer that is connected to HP Pocket Playlist using Wi-Fi, open the Control Center.
3. Click Wi-Fi Connection, and then click Customize HP Pocket Playlist Settings.
4. At the top of the window, click Settings to open the Settings window.
NOTE: When you change settings, be sure to click the Save button.
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●(1) Folders: Lets you manage your files.
●(2) Memory used: Indicates how much storage space is being used.
●(3) Battery level: Displays remaining battery life.
●(4) Network: Displays the name of the network the HP Pocket Playlist is connected to using
hotspot mode.
●(5) Settings: Click to access the Settings window.
●(6) Save button: Click to save changes to settings.
●(7) Power icon: Click to restart or shut down the HP Pocket Playlist.
●(8) Basic Information
◦Name: The SSID name of HP Pocket Playlist. Type over the entry in the box to change the
name.
◦Language: Select a language from the drop down list.
◦Total storage size: The amount of storage space currently being used and the space on
your HP Pocket Playlist.
◦Storage format: The file system used to store files.
●(9) Connection Information
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◦SSID: The same value as the Name box, this value is the alphanumeric key used to
uniquely identify a wireless network. Change the value in the Name box to change it here.
◦Password: The password used to connect to HP Pocket Playlist. If you do not specify a
password, anyone within range of your HP Pocket Playlist can connect to it and access the
files stored on it. HP recommends that you assign a password to restrict access to your
devices. If you assign a password, you will need it to connect your mobile devices to HP
Pocket Playlist.
◦Number of connected devices: The number of mobile devices currently connected to HP
Pocket Playlist.
◦MAC address: The unique network hardware identifier assigned to HP Pocket Playlist.
●(10) Hotspot Mode
◦Enable: Lets you connect your mobile device to HP Pocket Playlist and the Internet at the
same time. For more information, see Configuring HP Pocket Playlist for multiple network
connections on page 12.
◦Hidden in network: Helps prevent other devices from connecting to HP Pocket Playlist and
accessing its information through a common router.
◦Public access: Lets you enable read-only or read/write access to HP Pocket Playlist. Read-
only access prevents users from making changes to data.
◦IP address: Displays the IP address of HP Pocket Playlist.
●(11) Maintenance
◦Firmware version: Identifies the installed firmware release. Click Update to navigate to and
load a firmware update file saved to your computer. Search for firmware updates for “HP
Pocket Playlist” at www.hp.com/support.
◦Reset to factory default: Lets you reset HP Pocket Playlist to factory default settings while
preserving your data.
◦Rebuild DLNA database: Lets you repair the database on HP Pocket Playlist while
preserving your data. If the mobile app does not see all of your files, or files are failing to
properly play back, try rebuilding the database.
Configuring HP Pocket Playlist for multiple network connections
NOTE: These configuration settings are available from your computer or mobile device.
When you establish a wireless connection from your mobile device to HP Pocket Playlist, your mobile
device may drop the existing connection to your default wireless access point. You can configure your
mobile device to allow connections to both sources.
CAUTION: Other users can access your HP Pocket Playlist and modify its files when connected to a
public network. HP recommends that you use hotspot mode only on trusted networks, such as your
home network. For more information, see Hotspot mode on page 18.
To allow your computer or mobile device to access the HP Pocket Playlist and the internet at the
same time, perform the following steps:
1. Open the Settings screen for the HP Pocket Playlist.
2. Set Hotspot Mode to On.
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3. Select the network you want your computer or mobile device to connect to in addition to HP
Pocket Playlist, and then enter the network password.
4. If you want to prohibit access to HP Pocket Playlist from other devices connected to your router,
click Yes next to Hidden in Network
-or-
If you want to allow access to HP Pocket Playlist by other devices connected to your router, click
No next to Hidden in Network.
5. Click Save.
CAUTION: HP recommends that you set Hidden in Network to Yes when connected to unsecured
or public networks.
Restoring factory default settings
NOTE: These configuration settings are available from your computer or mobile device.
You can restore the HP Pocket Playlist settings back to factory defaults. The default SSID name is
'PocketPlaylist'.
NOTE: If you restore settings to factory default, you will have to reconnect HP Pocket Playlist with
your mobile devices using the default name.
To restore settings:
1. Open the Settings window. See Accessing settings from your computer on page 10 for more
information.
2. Select Reset to factory default.
3. Click to confirm.
Default settings are as follows:
Name PocketPlaylist
Language English
Password none
Enable (Hotspot mode) off
SSID PocketPlaylist
Key empty
Hidden in network yes
Public access read/write
Modifying the HP Pocket Playlist device name and password
NOTE: These configuration settings are available from your computer or mobile device.
You can change the logon credentials to access your HP Pocket Playlist.
HP Pocket Playlist has no default password. For security purposes, HP recommends that you
configure a password.
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1. Open the Settings screen .
2. Type the SSID name for HP Pocket Playlist, and then type and confirm the password.
3. Click Save.
NOTE: If you manually disconnect the wireless connection to HP Pocket Playlist from your
computer
, when you attempt to reconnect it, Windows treats it as a first time connection. When this
occurs, the Connect to a Network dialog box opens indicating the device is a new router that has not
been set up. To establish a connection, you can click the Connect to the network without setting it up
link to connect to the HP Pocket Playlist. You do not need to click OK to set up the connection.
Changing the device name causes all mobile devices to disconnect. When you reconnect, use the
new device name.
Updating firmware
HP recommends that you periodically check for firmware updates on the HP support web site.
1. From a network computer, go to www.hp.com/support, search for HP Pocket Playlist, and then
download the firmware update.
2. Specify a location on the network computer for saving the file.
3. Once the file is downloaded, open the Settings window. See Accessing settings from your
computer on page 10 for more information.
4. Under Maintenance in the Firmware version row, click Update.
5. Click Browse and browse to the download location, and then click Update.
The update installs on HP Pocket Playlist. HP Pocket Playlist automatically reboots when the install is
complete, which may cause the computer to switch its wireless network connection to a different
SSID (device). After the firmware update, you may need to reestablish the connection with HP Pocket
Playlist.
Shutting down and restarting
To shut down the HP Pocket Playlist, hold down the power button for three seconds and then release,
or complete the following steps:
From the computer:
1. Open the Control Center.
2. Click Wi-Fi Connection, and then click Customize HP Pocket Playlist Settings.
3. To turn off or restart the device, click the power icon near the top of the window, and then
click Shutdown or Restart.
- or -
From a mobile device:
1. Open the HP Pocket Playlist app and select the device.
2. Tap the Settings icon .
3. Tap Settings, tap Shut down, tap Shut down.
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Streaming media
You can stream media files to your stereo or television if you have a Digital Media Adapter (DMA)
attached. The DMA accesses your stored media files and coordinates the streaming process.
Streaming media to your entertainment center
HP Pocket Playlist works with both wired or wireless DMAs. Your network must have wireless
functionality to use a wireless DMA.
To stream media content, configure your DMA to wirelessly connect to your HP Pocket Playlist.
-or-
Configure the HP Pocket Playlist for hotspot mode. For more information, see Hotspot mode
on page 18.
NOTE: It can take a long period of time for files that you copy to a folder to appear on your DMA.
Media streaming with the device requires the following:
●Your DMA must use Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) A/V streaming.
●Only media files are available for media streaming, which includes: photographs, music (audio),
and video.
The following figure shows a possible layout for media streaming.
NOTE: This layout illustrates an HP Pocket Playlist that is configured for hotspot mode with Hidden
in network set to No.
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Resetting media streaming
The HP Pocket Playlist scans your stored media files to create a database. The reset function deletes
this database and rebuilds it without deleting your data. Resetting may take a long time depending on
the number of multimedia files.
To reset media streaming:
1. Open the Settings window. For more information about accessing Settings, see Accessing
settings from your computer on page 10.
2. Under Maintenance, click Rebuild DLNA Database.
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist from a Linux system
(advanced topic)
This topic provides general guidelines for accessing the folders and configuration screens on HP
Pocket Playlist from a Linux system. The steps to configure a Linux system for connection to the HP
Pocket Playlist may vary.
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist using Samba
Samba lets you connect a Linux computer to the HP Pocket Playlist using the SMB (server Message
Block) and CIFS (Common Internet File System) protocols.
To use Samba, the Linux system must have Samba installed. For information about how to install
Samba, see the documentation or man pages included with the Linux distribution.
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist using a Linux graphical interface
General steps for connection include using a network browser to find the device.
NOTE: If a firewall is running, turn it off or configure the system to allow Samba to connect to the
SMB Shares.
The path to the device is as follows:
●Domain - Windows Network
●Workgroup - WORKGROUP
●Machines - PocketPlaylist
If any of these default names have changed, use the new name.
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist using NetBIOS name
Connecting to the device requires either the device's IP address or NetBIOS name. The advantage of
using the NetBIOS name is that even if the device's IP address changes, the Linux system can find
the device.
You can find the IP address for the device on the router's configuration screens, usually under DHCP
Client Table or Show Connected Devices.
Connecting to HP Pocket Playlist using Samba command lines
The method described here is not persistent. To have the Linux system automatically connect to the
device every time it is rebooted, see the documentation or man pages for the Linux distribution.
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