POPCORN HOUR a500 User manual

EN User Manual

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 5
2. Package Contents ................................................................................................................ 5
3. Safety Notes ........................................................................................................................... 6
4. Technical Specifications ....................................................................................................... 8
5. Getting Started....................................................................................................................... 9
5.1 Popcorn Hour A-500 Overview ..................................................................................... 9
5.2 Connecting to TV via HDMI ......................................................................................... 10
5.3 Connecting to TV via Composite ............................................................................... 12
5.4 Connecting to TV via Component ............................................................................. 14
6. Remote Control ................................................................................................................... 16
7. Introduction to Home Menu ............................................................................................... 19
7.1. Switching Home User Interface ..................................................................................... 20
8. Quick Setup Wizard ............................................................................................................. 21
8.1. Setup via Wired Connection……………………………………………………………. 21
8.2. Setup via Wireless Connection……………………………………………...…..……….. 26
9. Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 31
9.1. Preferences .................................................................................................................. 32
9.2. Audio Codec ............................................................................................................... 33
9.3. Video ............................................................................................................................. 34
9.4. Customizing Home Page............................................................................................. 38
9.4.1. Appearance........................................................................................................ 38
9.4.2. Home Menu Display............................................................................................ 40
9.4.3.Creating Shortcuts................................................................................................ 40
9.5. Network (Configure IP) ................................................................................................ 45

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9.6. Network Share .............................................................................................................. 49
9.6.1. Add Share ............................................................................................................ 50
9.6.2. Browse Share ....................................................................................................... 51
9.6.3. Edit Share ............................................................................................................. 52
9.7 Parental Control ............................................................................................................ 52
9.8 BD /Audio CD ................................................................................................................ 54
9.9 Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 55
9.9.1. Firmware Update ............................................................................................... 56
10. Apps Market ....................................................................................................................... 57
10.1. Login to Apps Market ................................................................................................ 59
11. File Browser ......................................................................................................................... 59
11.1. Settings ........................................................................................................................ 60
11.2. View Mode ................................................................................................................. 61
11.3. File Manager .............................................................................................................. 62
12. Movie Meta Data .............................................................................................................. 63
12.1. Movie Info Page Walk-through ................................................................................ 64
12.2. Download Movie Thumbnail and Meta Data ........................................................ 64
12.3. Edit or Update Movie Information ........................................................................... 66
12.4. Download Subtitles .................................................................................................... 69
13. Networked Media Jukebox .............................................................................................. 71
13.1. Configuring NMJ ........................................................................................................ 72
13.2. Navigating in NMJ ..................................................................................................... 77
13.3. Updating NMJ Information ....................................................................................... 81
13.4. Networked Media Jukebox Manager ..................................................................... 84
14. NMT Apps ............................................................................................................................ 86

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14.1. Installing the NMT Applications ................................................................................ 87
14.2. Using the FTP Server ................................................................................................... 90
14.3. Using the Samba Server ............................................................................................ 91
14.4. Using the Torrent Client ............................................................................................. 92
14.5. Using the Usenet Client ............................................................................................. 93
14.5.1. Setting up NZBGET .......................................................................................... 94
14.5.2. Accessing the NZBGET Client ........................................................................ 95
15. Updating firmware ............................................................................................................. 98
16. Introduction to Music Home.............................................................................................101
16.1. Local Media..............................................................................................................101
16.2. Networked Media ....................................................................................................103
16.2.1. Navigation to Content via UPnP.................................................................103
16.2.2. Navigation to Content via Samba.............................................................105
16.2.3. Navigation to Content via NFS ..................................................................110
16.3. Apps Market.............................................................................................................114
16.4. Creating Shortcuts....................................................................................................114
16.5 Content Navigation via Mobile NMJ App..............................................................116
17. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 120
18. NMJ Navigator...................................................................................................................122

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Popcorn Hour A-500 Award Winning Jukebox. Powered by
Sigma Designs SoC, Popcorn Hour A-500 is a state of the art digital entertainment center
with a TV apps market to enhance your home entertainment.
2. Package Content

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3. Safety Notes
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety
instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these
operating instructions handy for future reference.
1. Keep these instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Do not use this device near water.
4. Clean only with a dry cloth.
5. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
7. 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 is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
8. Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
11. Refer all servicing to qualified 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.

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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE:
1. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO MOISTURE OF ANY TYPE AND ENSURE
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS CUPS OR VASES ARE PLACED ON
THE APPARATUS.
2. ONLY USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
3. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

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4. Technical Specifications

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5. Getting Started
5.1 Popcorn Hour A-500 Overview
Front Rear
Back Rear
Side Rear HDD Tray

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5.2 Connecting to TV via HDMI
What do you need:-
Step 1
Connect the HDMI cable to your TV HDMI terminal and the other end to your Popcorn
Hour A-500.
Note: Some HDMI TVs have input and output HDMI terminals. Please make sure the
HDMI terminal is connected to input rather than output.
TV with HDMI Terminal
Popcorn Hour A-500
Power Supply
HDMI Cable

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Step 2
Connect the AC power cord to AC power adapter. Then plug the power cord into your
wall socket and connect the power lead to Popcorn Hour A-500. Your Popcorn Hour A-
500 is booting up now, check your TV for further instructions.

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5.3 Connecting TV via Composite
What do you need:-
Step 1
Connect the composite cables to both te composite terminals on the A-500 and your
TV by matching the yellow, red and white plugs to their coordinating terminals.
Note: Some TVs have input and output terminals for composite connection. Please
ensure that it is connected to the input terminal.
TV with Composite Terminal
Popcorn Hour A-500
Power Supply
Composite Cables
(Not Included)

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Step 2
Connect the AC power cord to AC power adapter. Then plug the power cord into your
wall socket and connect the power lead to Popcorn Hour A-500. Your Popcorn Hour A-
500 is booting up now, check your TV for further instructions.

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5.4 Connecting TV via Component
What do you need:-
Step 1
Connect the component cables to both the component terminals on the A-500 and
your TV by matching the green, blue and red video plugs and the red and white audio
plugs to their coordinating terminals.
Note: If your component cables only include the green, blue and red plugs, you will
need to use a set of composite cables to connect to the TV for audio. If doing so, you
do not need to connect the yellow plug.
TV with Component Terminal
Popcorn Hour A-500
Power Supply
Component Cables
(Not Included)

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Step 2
Connect the AC power cord to AC power adapter. Then, plug the power cord into
your wall socket and connect the power lead to Popcorn Hour A-500. Your Popcorn
Hour A-500 is booting up now, check you TV for further instructions.

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6. Remote Control

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7. Introduction to Home Menu
The HOME screen is the main hub for accessing content from a local source (USB
or internal hard drive), a network share or from the apps market. You can also
view the current time and weather.
Weather Forecast
Know the weather without leaving the comfort of your couch
Time and Date
Current Time and Date
Menu Bar
Apps Market
Free and premium on-demand video, social networking and
game apps
Local Media
Access your internal hard drive and connected USB storage
devices
Setup Wizard
Launch the setup wizard to go through initial setup
Setup
Access advanced settings such as audio/video outputs, subtitle
languages, parental control and more
Network
Browse your local area network for your shared folders that
contain your digital media files
Recently Played
Quick access to your recently played media
Customized Front Page
Please refer to page 39

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7.1 Switching Home User Interface
Adding a whole new dimension to home interface, you can now choose your preferred
home menu to either Music Home or Media Home:
By using your remote control, navigate to:
Setup > Preferences > Home Launcher > Media Home / Music Home
For navigation in Music Home, please refer to page 98.
Media Home Music Home