Sitecom MD-272 Installation instructions

MD-272/MD-273
TV Media Player
Full Manual

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sitecom MD-272/MD-27 TV Media Player.
The MD-272/27 TV Media Player supports playback of the most common file formats
of digital video, audio and photo media. Attach the media player via standard AV or
HDMI cables to a standard or high-definition TV. The compact size of the device
allows you to take it with you to anyone you like and share your digital content.
Photos
• Display slide shows with music
• Zoom, pan, move and rotate photos
Video
• Fast forward, rewind, pause, zoom, and pan
• View subtitles
Music
• Fast forward, rewind, pause, shuffle, and repeat
• Playlist support
Network
• Connect the TV Media Player via cable or wireless to your home network
• Play Media from a NAS or computer directly to your TV
Online
• Connect the TV Media Player via cable or wireless to the internet
• View Media from popular applications such as YouTube and MediaFly
• Use popular online applications such as Facebook

Index
2 Package Contents ..................................................................... 5
3 Cautions ................................................................................... 6
3.1 Usage Cautions.......................................................................................... 6
3.2 Power ........................................................................................................ 6
3.3 adio Interference .................................................................................... 6
3.4 epair ....................................................................................................... 6
3.5 Disposing of the Player ............................................................................. 6
3.6 Hard Disk Cautions (MD-272 only) ............................................................ 6
3.7 Other ......................................................................................................... 7
4 Product Layout ......................................................................... 8
4.1.1 Front Panel MD-272................................................................................ 8
4.1.2 Front Panel MD-273................................................................................ 9
4.2.1 Back Panel MD-272 .............................................................................. 10
4.2.2 Back Panel MD-273 .............................................................................. 11
4.3 emote Control ....................................................................................... 12
5 Getting Started ....................................................................... 18
5.1 Installation equirements ....................................................................... 18
5.2 Installation Procedure ............................................................................. 18
6.1 Menu Language ....................................................................................... 22
6.2 Output esolution ................................................................................... 22
6.3 Home Menu ............................................................................................. 24
6.4 Settings Menu ......................................................................................... 26
6.4.1 System ................................................................................................26
6.4.2 Audio ...................................................................................................29
6.4. Video ................................................................................................... 2
6.4.4 Network ............................................................................................... 5
6.4.5 MISC .................................................................................................... 5
6.5 Music Menu ............................................................................................. 37
6.5.1 Playing Audio ........................................................................................ 7
6.5.2 Browsing Files ....................................................................................... 8
6.6 Photos Menu ........................................................................................... 42
6.6.1 Display & Slide Show .............................................................................42
6.6.2 Browsing Files .......................................................................................4
6.7 Movies ..................................................................................................... 46
6.7.1 Video Player ..........................................................................................46
6.7.2 Browsing Files .......................................................................................50
6.7. Network playback ..................................................................................52
6.8 Online ...................................................................................................... 54
7 Appendix ................................................................................ 59
7.1 Copyrights and Trademarks .................................................................... 59
7.2 Warranty ................................................................................................. 59
7.3 GPL Statement ........................................................................................ 59
7.4 TV Codes ................................................................................................. 59
Revision 1.1
© Sitecom Europe BV 2012
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.

1 Key Features
The key features of MD-272/27 TV Media Player include:
• HDMI interface for digital audio and high-definition video.
• Composite interface (RCA, yellow/white/red) for analogue AV connection.
• Video output resolution includes 480i (using the composite interface), or 480p,
576p, 720i, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p (available when using the HDMI interface).
• Built-in screensaver.
• Remote Control included.
• Dolby Digital and DTS support.
• Ethernet connection for network connectivity.
Supported file types
Video Audio Photo Playlist Subtitles
Mpeg 1 MP (CBR, VBR) GIF PLS SRT (UTF-8)
Mpeg 2 MP2 BMP M U SMI
Mpeg 4 (ASP) WAV/PCM/LPCM JPEG SUB
Mpeg 4 (AVC HD/H.264) AAC (Mpeg 4) TIF/TIFF ASS
WMV9 AC (Dolby) PNG SSA
VC-1 FLAC
MKV WMA
Xvid WMA Pro
DivX Ogg Vorbis
AVI (MPEG4, Xvid, AVC)
VOB/ISO/IFO
DVR-MS
ASF
MOV(MPEG4, H.264)
DAT (VCD/SVCD)
FLV

2 Package Contents
Open the package carefully, and make sure that none of the items listed below are
missing. Do not discard the packing materials, in case of return; the unit must be
shipped back in its original package.
The contents of the package of the MD-272/27 TV Media Player are:
• TV Media Player
• HDMI Cable
• RCA Cable
• Remote control with batteries
• 12V DC adapter
• Quick Installation Guide
• CD-ROM with additional manuals
• USB cable (MD-272 only)

3 Cautions
This player’s design and manufacturer has your safety in mind. In order to safely and
effectively use this player, please read the following before usage.
3.1 Usage Cautions
User should not modify this player. If commercial hard disk is being used, the
environmental temperature should be within +5 ~ + 5 degrees Celsius.
3.2 Power
The player’s power voltage is DC 12V.
When using this player, please connect the supplied AC 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.
3.3 adio 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.
3.4 epair
If the player has a problem, you should take it to an appointed repair centre and let
the specialists do the repair, never repair the player yourself, you might damage the
player or endanger yourself or your data.
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 device, please consult with your local authority.
3.6 Hard Disk Cautions (MD-272 only)
The player uses an internal hard disk for data storage, in normal case, format or
repair is not required. You should carefully read the <Frequently Asked Questions>
chapter on our website for the latest information before formatting the hard disk.
- Physical impact may create bad sectors on the hard disk, you can use CHKDSK to
fix the problem.
- All data stored on the player may be lost due to physical impact, electrical shock,
power surge, HDD format etc. Please backup your data regularly.
- It is suggested to do a defragmentation after a long period of usage.
- Regularly backup the data in the hard disk so that it can be recovered in the event
of data corruption or loss. Our company takes no responsibility for loss of data
stored on the hard disk.

3.7 Other
When using this player, please do not let the player come into contact with water or
other liquid, 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 remote too hard.
- Avoid hitting the player with a hard object, avoid shaking the player and stay away
from magnetic fields.
- If during electrostatic discharge or a strong electromagnetic field the product will
malfunction, unplug the power cable. The product will return to normal performance
the next time it is powered on.

Power LED
HDD LED
4 Product Layout
4.1.1 Front Panel MD-272
Item Description
USB Ports Use thes to connect the Media Player to your PC or to connect
external storage to the MD-272.
Infra ed Port Point the Remote Control at the InfraRed Receiver.
Hard disk LED The LED lights green when the Hard disk inside the MD-272 is
active.
Power LED The LED lights blue when the MD-272 is switched on.
Infrared Port
USB ports

USB LED Power LED
4.1.2 Front Panel MD-273
Item Description
USB Ports Use these to connect the Media Player to your external storage.
Infra ed
eceiver Point the Remote Control at the InfraRed Receiver.
USB LED The LED lights green when external storage is connected.
Power LED The LED lights blue when the MD-27 is switched on.
USB Ports Infra ed eceiver

Component Ports
S/PDIF Port
Power
Port
USB
Port
HDMI Port
Composite
Ports
Ethernet Port
4.2.1 Back Panel MD-272
Item Description
Power Connector Connect the 12V DC Adapter to this port.
USB Port Use this to connect USB external storage
S/PDIF Ports Use these to connect a coaxial or optical cable.
Component Ports Use these to connect a component video cable.
HDMI Port Use this to connect a digital Television.
Ethernet Port Use this to connect to your home network.
Composite Ports Use these to connect a composite audio/video cable.

Composite Ports
Ethernet Port
Power
Port
S/PDIF Port
HDMI
Port
4.2.2 Back Panel MD-273
Item Description
Power Connector Connect the 12V DC Adapter to this port.
Ethernet Port Use this to connect to your home network.
S/PDIF Port Use these to connect a optical audio cable.
Composite Ports Use these to connect a composite audio/video cable.
HDMI Port Use this to connect a digital Television.

4.3 emote Control
Button Function or Description
Turn the TV Media Player on or off.
Turn the TV on or off.
Go to the Homepage.
Shortcut to the Videos.
Shortcut to the Music.
Shortcut to the Photos.
Shortcut to the Online section.
View the guide.

View options for playback of the file type used. Use the
navigation buttons and OK button to select an option.
Menu Arrows Use these to select the file or menu option you want displayed.
Choose the option/action/file that’s currently highlighted.
Stop the playback.
Return to the previous menu page.
Playback
Buttons
Standard playback functions for Play/Pause, Fast Forward, Fast
Reverse, Next or Previous file.
Set the volume of the TV or Media Player higher.
Set the volume of the TV or Media Player lower.
TV Mute the sound of the TV.
MP Mute the sound of the Media Player.
Shortcut to the Now Playing Music page / Number 1.
Zoom in / Number 2.
Zoom out / Number .
Safely eject USB / Number 4.
Shortcut to the Settings / Number 5.
Go to the Search menu / Number 6.
Show information about the playing file / Number 7.
Repeat the playing file / Number 8.
Choose the audio stream while watching video / Number 9.
Choose the subtitle stream while watching video.
Show the currently used resolution / Number 0.
Switch the source on the TV.

4.3.1 Automatically configure the remote for television.
The remote can automatically scan for the correct settings of most popular television
brands. For this feature a list of 10 top manufacturers is composed which all
correspond to a digit key. To automatically configure the remote for a specific brand
of television please follow the next steps.
1. Power on the Television with your original TV remote.
2. Hold down the ‘TV power button’ and ‘Movies Button’ until the LED blinks twice.
After this the LED will be lit continuously.
. Hold the digit corresponding to your television brand until the television turns off.
Your remote is now configured. The television can now be turned on with this remote.
TV Power
Movies
LED
0 Other
1 Grundig
2 LG
Panasonic, Loewe
4 Philips
5 Samsung
6 Sharp, JVC
7 Sony
8 Thompson
9 Toshiba

4.3.2 Manually configure the remote for television.
To manually configure the remote please consult the universal code list for all
optional codes that may apply to your device. This list can be found in Appendix 7.4
in this manual. Continue with the following steps to configure the remote manually.
1. Press the ‘OK button’ and ‘TV power’ simultaneously until the LED blinks twice.
2. Enter a 4 digit code. (consult the universal code list for all optional codes)
The LED will blink twice after the last digit if a valid code has been entered. The LED
will blink one long blink after the last digit if an invalid code or invalid key has been
entered or if the mode is ID Locked.
TV Power
OK
LED

4.3.3 eset the emote to factory defaults.
To reset the device please follow the next steps.
1. Press ‘Power media player’ and the ‘OK button’ simultaneously until the LED blinks
twice.
2. Press the following digits: 9, 8, 0. If the Factory reset is successful the LED will
blink 4 times.
OK
Power
Mediapl
LED

4.3.4 Troubleshooting
Volume lock/Unlock.
If the television does not respond to the TV volume keys it may be required to lock the
Volume keys as described in the steps below.
1. Press the ‘OK button’ and ‘Volume +’ simultaneously to lock until the LED blinks
twice, Volume is now locked.
2. Press ‘OK button’ and ‘Volume –’ simultaneously until the LED blinks 4 times,
Volume is now unlocked.
LED
OK button
Volume +
Volume -

5 Getting Started
Before beginning the installation, please read through the installation procedure
described in this manual.
5.1 Installation equirements
To begin using the TV Media Player, you will need:
• A television set (TV) with either a HDMI connection or available AV composite
cable connections for audio and video.
• The TV Media Player connected to the TV.
• A USB hard disk or USB flash memory device with a USB 2.0 cable containing
media files (video, music and digital photos).
5.2 Installation Procedure
The TV Media Player installation procedure is summarized below:
1. Transfer digital video, digital photo and digital music or audio files to the TV Media
Player (MD-272 only).
2. Connect the TV Media Player to a TV.
. Connect the power to the TV Media Player.
4. Connect the USB hard disk containing stored digital media to the TV Media Player
and power on the hard disk.
5. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port (if the device is used on a local
network).
5.2.1 Transfer Media files to the TV Media Player (MD-272 only)
Transfer your favourite content, like your music, videos and photos, from your
computer to the MD-272 via the USB connector. You can connect the MD-272 like any
other USB storage. You don’t need to put the files in any order, the Portable TV Media
Player will sort them out in the right categories for Music, Videos and Photos.
5.2.2 Connecting the TV Media Player
Below is a summary of the audio and video connection options. The pages that follow
have illustrations of the various connection types.
Video Connections
To connect video to your TV, there are several options. If your TV or home
entertainment system is equipped with a HDMI port, use a HDMI cable for the video
and audio connection. Alternatively, the media player video output can be supplied
through the composite video connection (A/V port). The MD-272 also features a
component connection for higher image quality on TV’s that haven’t got a HDMI
connection.

• Composite Video
Plug the supplied RCA cable into the A/V port on the rear panel of the TV Media
Player and the opposite end of the cable into the composite video in connector on
your TV.
• HDMI Video
Plug the HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on the back panel of the TV Media
Player. Plug the opposite end to the matching HDMI connector on your television
or audio video system. HDMI provides the best video quality resolution up to
1080p, plus audio support.
• Component Video (MD-272 only)
Plug the component cable into the corresponding ports on the back panel of the
TV Media Player. Plug the opposite ends to the corresponding ports on your
television or audio video system. Component provides the best video quality
resolution up to 1080p, but without audio.

Audio Connections
The TV Media Player supports digital audio over HDMI or S/PDIF. Alternatively a RCA
analogue connection for the stereo audio signal can be used.
• Analogue Audio ( CA)
Plug the supplied RCA cable into the A/V port and the red and white connectors
into the colour-coded Audio connectors of your stereo receiver. Connect the red
plugs to the Right (R) jacks and the white plugs to the Left (L) jacks.
• Digital Audio (S/PDIF)
Plug a coaxial or optical cable into the corresponding port on the back of the TV
Mediaplayer. Connect the other end to the corresponding port on your Television
set or Audio receiver.