ZyXEL Communications DMA-1100P User manual

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DMA-1100P
Digital Media Adapter
User’s Guide
Version 1.00
11/2007
Edition 1

About This User's Guide
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About This User's Guide
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for people who want to use and configure the DMA-1100P. You
should have at least basic computer usage knowledge.
Related Documentation
• Quick Start Guide
The Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get up and running right away. It contains
information on setting up your network and configuring for Internet access.
• Supporting Disk
Refer to the included CD for software and support documents.
• ZyXEL Web Site
Please refer to www.zyxel.com for additional support documentation and product
certifications.
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Help us help you. Send all User Guide-related comments, questions or suggestions for
improvement to the following address, or use e-mail instead. Thank you!
The Technical Writing Team,
ZyXEL Communications Corp.,
6 Innovation Road II,
Science-Based Industrial Park,
Hsinchu, 300, Taiwan.
E-mail: [email protected]

Document Conventions
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Document Conventions
Warnings and Notes
These are how warnings and notes are shown in this User’s Guide.
1Warnings tell you about things that could harm you or your device.
"Notes tell you other important information (for example, other things you may
need to configure or helpful tips) or recommendations.
Syntax Conventions
• The DMA-1100P may be referred to as the “DMA”, the “device”, the “system” or the
“product” in this User’s Guide. Distinctions are made were needed.
• Product labels, screen names, field labels and field choices are all in bold font.
• A key stroke is denoted by square brackets and uppercase text, for example, [ENTER]
means the “enter” or “return” key on your keyboard.
• “Enter” means for you to type one or more characters and then press the [ENTER] key.
“Select” or “choose” means for you to use one of the predefined choices.
• A right angle bracket ( > ) within a screen name denotes a mouse click. For example,
Maintenance > Log > Log Setting means you first click Maintenance in the navigation
panel, then the Log sub menu and finally the Log Setting tab to get to that screen.
• Units of measurement may denote the “metric” value or the “scientific” value. For
example, “k” for kilo may denote “1000” or “1024”, “M” for mega may denote “1000000”
or “1048576” and so on.

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Icons Used in Figures
Figures in this User’s Guide may use the following generic icons. The DMA icon is not an
exact representation of your device.
DMA DMA with Remote Control Notebook computer
Computer Television (TV) USB Memory Stick
Server Firewall Switch
Router Powerline

Safety Warnings
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Safety Warnings
1For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions.
• Do NOT use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming
pool.
• Do NOT expose your device to dampness, dust or corrosive liquids.
• Do NOT store things on the device.
• Do NOT install, use, or service this device during a thunderstorm. There is a remote risk
of electric shock from lightning.
• Connect ONLY suitable accessories to the device.
• Do NOT open the device or unit. Opening or removing covers can expose you to
dangerous high voltage points or other risks. ONLY qualified service personnel should
service or disassemble this device. Please contact your vendor for further information.
• Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.
• Place connecting cables carefully so that no one will step on them or stumble over them.
• Always disconnect all cables from this device before servicing or disassembling.
• Use ONLY an appropriate power adaptor or cord for your device. Connect it to the right
supply voltage (for example, 110V AC in North America or 230V AC in Europe).
• Do NOT allow anything to rest on the power adaptor or cord and do NOT place the
product where anyone can walk on the power adaptor or cord.
• Do NOT use the device if the power adaptor or cord is damaged as it might cause
electrocution.
• If the power adaptor or cord is damaged, remove it from the device and the power source.
• Do NOT attempt to repair the power adaptor or cord. Contact your local vendor to order a
new one.
• Do not use the device outside, and make sure all the connections are indoors. There is a
remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• If you wall mount your device, make sure that no electrical lines, gas or water pipes will
be damaged.
This product is recyclable. Dispose of it properly.

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Contents Overview
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Contents Overview
Introduction ............................................................................................................................21
Introducing the DMA .................................................................................................................. 23
Hardware ................................................................................................................................... 25
Using the DMA .......................................................................................................................29
DMA Menus ............................................................................................................................... 31
VIDEO Menu ............................................................................................................................. 39
MUSIC Menu ............................................................................................................................. 43
PHOTO Menu ............................................................................................................................ 49
Favorites (Playlists) ................................................................................................................... 53
SERVER Menu .......................................................................................................................... 57
USB Menu ................................................................................................................................. 61
DMA Setup and Troubleshooting .........................................................................................63
Configuring the DMA ................................................................................................................. 65
Media Server Software .............................................................................................................. 81
The ENCRYPT Button ............................................................................................................... 83
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 87
Appendices and Index ...........................................................................................................95

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
About This User's Guide..........................................................................................................3
Document Conventions............................................................................................................4
Safety Warnings........................................................................................................................6
Contents Overview ...................................................................................................................9
Table of Contents....................................................................................................................11
List of Figures.........................................................................................................................15
List of Tables...........................................................................................................................19
Part I: Introduction................................................................................. 21
Chapter 1
Introducing the DMA...............................................................................................................23
1.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 23
1.1.1 Play Movies, Music or Photos on Your TV ................................................................. 23
1.1.2 Play Files from Your Computer or on USB ................................................................. 23
1.1.3 Connect your DMA to Your Home (Powerline) Network ............................................. 24
1.1.4 Use the Remote Control to Select From the On-Screen Menu .................................. 24
Chapter 2
Hardware..................................................................................................................................25
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 25
2.2 Using the Remote Control ...................................................................................................25
2.3 LEDs .................................................................................................................................... 27
Part II: Using the DMA ........................................................................... 29
Chapter 3
DMA Menus .............................................................................................................................31
3.1 Menus Overview .................................................................................................................. 31
3.2 Menu Navigation .................................................................................................................. 32
3.3 VIDEO, MUSIC and PHOTO Menus ................................................................................... 33

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3.4 VIDEO, MUSIC and PHOTO File Folders ........................................................................... 34
3.5 The TOOL Button ................................................................................................................ 34
3.5.1 VIDEO, MUSIC and PHOTO Menus: TOOL .............................................................. 35
3.5.2 Using the TOOL Menu From a File Album ................................................................. 35
3.5.3 Keyboard Input ...........................................................................................................36
Chapter 4
VIDEO Menu ............................................................................................................................39
4.1 Playing a Video .................................................................................................................... 39
4.1.1 A-B ............................................................................................................................. 41
4.1.2 Using the TOOL Menu During Video Playback .......................................................... 41
Chapter 5
MUSIC Menu............................................................................................................................43
5.1 MUSIC Menu ....................................................................................................................... 43
5.1.1 Using the TOOL Menu While Playing Music .............................................................. 44
5.2 Podcast (RSS) ..................................................................................................................... 45
5.3 Podcast Menu ...................................................................................................................... 45
5.3.1 Importing Podcasts .................................................................................................... 46
5.3.2 Adding Podcasts ........................................................................................................ 46
Chapter 6
PHOTO Menu...........................................................................................................................49
6.1 PHOTO Menu ...................................................................................................................... 49
6.2 Organizing Your Photos ....................................................................................................... 50
6.3 Slideshow ............................................................................................................................ 50
6.3.1 Configuring Slideshow Settings ................................................................................. 51
Chapter 7
Favorites (Playlists)................................................................................................................53
7.1 Favorites (Playlists) Introduction .......................................................................................... 53
7.2 Adding a File to a Favorites Folder ...................................................................................... 53
7.3 Editing a Favorites Folder .................................................................................................... 54
7.3.1 Changing the Name of a Favorite Folder ................................................................... 54
7.3.2 Changing the Contents of a Favorites Folder ............................................................ 55
7.4 Favorites Playback .............................................................................................................. 55
Chapter 8
SERVER Menu.........................................................................................................................57
8.1 Accessing the SERVER Menu ............................................................................................. 57
8.2 SERVER Menu .................................................................................................................... 57
Chapter 9
USB Menu................................................................................................................................61

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9.1 USB Menu ........................................................................................................................... 61
Part III: DMA Setup and Troubleshooting............................................ 63
Chapter 10
Configuring the DMA..............................................................................................................65
10.1 Accessing the OPTION Menu ............................................................................................ 65
10.2 HomePlug Settings ............................................................................................................ 66
10.2.1 Connecting to a Single Computer with HomePlug ................................................... 66
10.2.2 Connecting to a Wired Home Network with Powerline ............................................. 68
10.3 Network Settings ............................................................................................................... 68
10.3.1 DNS Server Address ................................................................................................ 69
10.3.2 MAC Address ........................................................................................................... 69
10.4 Network Settings Menu .....................................................................................................69
10.5 Wired LAN Settings ........................................................................................................... 69
10.6 Video Modes ...................................................................................................................... 71
10.7 TV Settings ........................................................................................................................ 71
10.8 Audio Settings ................................................................................................................... 72
10.8.1 Audio Formats .......................................................................................................... 73
10.9 Language Settings ............................................................................................................. 74
10.10 Settings For Ease of Use .................................................................................................75
10.11 Reset Settings .................................................................................................................. 75
10.12 Registration Code ............................................................................................................ 76
10.13 Software Update .............................................................................................................. 77
10.14 Device Information ........................................................................................................... 78
10.15 Screen Saver ................................................................................................................... 79
Chapter 11
Media Server Software ...........................................................................................................81
11.1 Media Server Introduction .................................................................................................. 81
11.2 Media Server Tool .............................................................................................................. 81
11.3 Configuring the Media Server Software ............................................................................. 82
11.4 Windows Media Connect Server ........................................................................................ 82
Chapter 12
The ENCRYPT Button.............................................................................................................83
12.1 ENCRYPT Button Overview .............................................................................................. 83
12.2 Set Up a HomePlug AV Network with ENCRYPT .............................................................. 83
12.3 Setting Up Multiple Networks ............................................................................................ 85
Chapter 13
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................87

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13.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs ........................................................................ 87
13.2 DMA Usage ....................................................................................................................... 88
13.3 Powerline Problems ........................................................................................................... 91
13.4 ENCRYPT Button Problems .............................................................................................. 92
Part IV: Appendices and Index ............................................................. 95
Appendix A Product Specifications.........................................................................................97
Appendix B Setting up Your Computer’s IP Address............................................................107
Appendix C Windows Vista Media Server............................................................................129
Appendix D Open Software Announcements.......................................................................137
Appendix E Legal Information..............................................................................................183
Appendix F Customer Support.............................................................................................187
Index.......................................................................................................................................193

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List of Figures
Figure 1 DMA with USB ......................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 2 Connect the DMA to Your Home Powerline Network ............................................................... 24
Figure 3 Remote Control ........................................................................................................................ 26
Figure 4 LEDs ......................................................................................................................................... 27
Figure 5 HOME Menu ............................................................................................................................. 31
Figure 6 Main Menu Description ............................................................................................................. 33
Figure 7 File Folder Menu Description ................................................................................................... 34
Figure 8 VIDEO: TOOL > Change View ................................................................................................ 35
Figure 9 VIDEO > File Album: TOOL ..................................................................................................... 35
Figure 10 Keyboard Input ....................................................................................................................... 36
Figure 11 VIDEO Icon ............................................................................................................................. 39
Figure 12 VIDEO Menu .......................................................................................................................... 39
Figure 13 VIDEO > All Videos ................................................................................................................ 40
Figure 14 VIDEO Playback Information Example ...................................................................................40
Figure 15 VIDEO > All Videos > File: TOOL .......................................................................................... 41
Figure 16 MUSIC Icon ............................................................................................................................ 43
Figure 17 MUSIC Menu .......................................................................................................................... 43
Figure 18 MUSIC > Album > File: TOOL ................................................................................................ 44
Figure 19 RSS Feed Icon ....................................................................................................................... 45
Figure 20 MUSIC > Podcast: TOOL ....................................................................................................... 45
Figure 21 MUSIC > Podcast: TOOL: Add Podcast ................................................................................ 47
Figure 22 MUSIC > Podcast: TOOL: Add Podcast: Keyboard Input. .................................................... 47
Figure 23 PHOTO Icon ........................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 24 PHOTO Menu ......................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 25 PHOTO > Album: TOOL ......................................................................................................... 50
Figure 26 PHOTO > Album > File: TOOL ............................................................................................... 51
Figure 27 Adding a Favorite Example. ................................................................................................... 53
Figure 28 Favorites: TOOL Menu ........................................................................................................... 54
Figure 29 Favorites > Favorite folder: TOOL Menu ................................................................................ 55
Figure 30 SERVER Icon ......................................................................................................................... 57
Figure 31 SERVER Menu > Server ....................................................................................................... 58
Figure 32 SERVER Menu ....................................................................................................................... 58
Figure 33 SERVER > User Files ........................................................................................................... 59
Figure 34 USB Icon ................................................................................................................................ 61
Figure 35 OPTION Icon .......................................................................................................................... 65
Figure 36 OPTION Menu ........................................................................................................................ 65
Figure 37 Connect Directly to a Computer with Powerline .................................................................... 66
Figure 38 Option > Homeplug Settings: NMK Setup .............................................................................. 67

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Figure 39 OPTION > Homeplug Settings: Keyboard Input .................................................................... 67
Figure 40 Connect to a Computer on Your Home (wired) Network ....................................................... 68
Figure 41 OPTION > Network Settings ................................................................................................. 69
Figure 42 OPTION > Network Settings > Wired LAN Settings .............................................................. 70
Figure 43 OPTION > TV Settings .......................................................................................................... 71
Figure 44 OPTION > Audio Output Settings .......................................................................................... 72
Figure 45 OPTION > Language Settings ............................................................................................... 74
Figure 46 OPTION > Settings for Ease of Use ...................................................................................... 75
Figure 47 OPTION > Reset Settings ..................................................................................................... 76
Figure 48 OPTION > DivX Registration Code. ....................................................................................... 77
Figure 49 OPTION > Software Update .................................................................................................. 78
Figure 50 OPTION > Device Information ............................................................................................... 79
Figure 51 Media Server Tool Icon ......................................................................................................... 82
Figure 52 ENCRYPT Connection Procedure ......................................................................................... 84
Figure 53 Adding More Powerline Adapters to Your Network ............................................................... 84
Figure 54 One Existing Powerline Network ........................................................................................... 85
Figure 55 Two Separate Powerline Networks ....................................................................................... 85
Figure 56 Wall-mounting Example ........................................................................................................ 104
Figure 57 Masonry Plug and M4 Tap Screw .........................................................................................104
Figure 58 WIndows 95/98/Me: Network: Configuration ........................................................................ 108
Figure 59 Windows 95/98/Me: TCP/IP Properties: IP Address ............................................................109
Figure 60 Windows 95/98/Me: TCP/IP Properties: DNS Configuration .................................................110
Figure 61 Windows XP: Start Menu .......................................................................................................111
Figure 62 Windows XP: Control Panel ..................................................................................................111
Figure 63 Windows XP: Control Panel: Network Connections: Properties ............................................112
Figure 64 Windows XP: Local Area Connection Properties ..................................................................112
Figure 65 Windows XP: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties .............................................................113
Figure 66 Windows XP: Advanced TCP/IP Properties ..........................................................................114
Figure 67 Windows XP: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties .............................................................115
Figure 68 Windows Vista: Start Menu ....................................................................................................116
Figure 69 Windows Vista: Control Panel ...............................................................................................116
Figure 70 Windows Vista: Network And Internet ...................................................................................116
Figure 71 Windows Vista: Network and Sharing Center ........................................................................116
Figure 72 Windows Vista: Network and Sharing Center ........................................................................117
Figure 73 Windows Vista: Local Area Connection Properties ...............................................................117
Figure 74 Windows Vista: Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties ......................................118
Figure 75 Windows Vista: Advanced TCP/IP Properties .......................................................................119
Figure 76 Windows Vista: Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties ..................................... 120
Figure 77 Macintosh OS 8/9: Apple Menu ............................................................................................ 121
Figure 78 Macintosh OS 8/9: TCP/IP ...................................................................................................121
Figure 79 Macintosh OS X: Apple Menu .............................................................................................. 122
Figure 80 Macintosh OS X: Network ....................................................................................................123
Figure 81 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Network Configuration: Devices ........................................................... 124

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Figure 82 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Ethernet Device: General .................................................................... 124
Figure 83 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Network Configuration: DNS ................................................................. 125
Figure 84 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Network Configuration: Activate .......................................................... 125
Figure 85 Red Hat 9.0: Dynamic IP Address Setting in ifconfig-eth0 ................................................. 126
Figure 86 Red Hat 9.0: Static IP Address Setting in ifconfig-eth0 ..................................................... 126
Figure 87 Red Hat 9.0: DNS Settings in resolv.conf ..........................................................................126
Figure 88 Red Hat 9.0: Restart Ethernet Card ................................................................................... 126
Figure 89 Red Hat 9.0: Checking TCP/IP Properties ......................................................................... 127
Figure 90 DMA with Windows Vista Computer ....................................................................................129
Figure 91 Start WIndows Media Player ................................................................................................ 130
Figure 92 Start WIndows Media Player ................................................................................................ 131
Figure 93 WIndows Media Player Tools> Options ................................................................................ 131
Figure 94 Library .................................................................................................................................131
Figure 95 Media Sharing ...................................................................................................................... 132
Figure 96 Network and Sharing Center ................................................................................................ 132
Figure 97 Set Network Location: Customize network settings ............................................................. 133
Figure 98 Set Network Location: Successfully set network settings .................................................... 133
Figure 99 Network ................................................................................................................................134
Figure 100 Media Sharing .................................................................................................................... 134
Figure 101 Media Sharing: Select DMA ............................................................................................... 135
Figure 102 Library ...............................................................................................................................135
Figure 103 Add To Library .................................................................................................................... 136
Figure 104 Add To Library > Advanced ................................................................................................ 136
Figure 105 Add To Library Search ........................................................................................................ 136

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List of Tables
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List of Tables
Table 1 LEDs ......................................................................................................................................... 27
Table 2 Menus Summary ....................................................................................................................... 31
Table 3 Main Menu Description ............................................................................................................. 33
Table 4 File Folder Menu Description .................................................................................................... 34
Table 5 VIDEO > File Album: TOOL ...................................................................................................... 36
Table 6 Keyboard Input .......................................................................................................................... 37
Table 7 VIDEO Playback Information .................................................................................................... 41
Table 8 VIDEO > All Videos > File: TOOL Menu ................................................................................... 42
Table 9 MUSIC > Album > File: TOOL Menu ........................................................................................ 44
Table 10 MUSIC > Podcast: TOOL Menu .............................................................................................. 45
Table 11 PHOTO > Album > File: TOOL ................................................................................................ 51
Table 12 Favorite > TOOL Menu ........................................................................................................... 54
Table 13 Favorites > Favorite folder: TOOL Menu ................................................................................ 55
Table 14 OPTION > Network Settings ................................................................................................... 70
Table 15 OPTION > TV Settings ............................................................................................................ 71
Table 16 OPTION > Audio Output Settings ........................................................................................... 72
Table 17 OPTION > Language Settings ................................................................................................ 74
Table 18 OPTION > Settings for Ease of Use ....................................................................................... 75
Table 19 OPTION > Reset Settings ....................................................................................................... 76
Table 20 OPTION > Software Update ................................................................................................... 78
Table 21 OPTION > Device Information ................................................................................................ 79
Table 22 Hardware Specifications ......................................................................................................... 97
Table 23 Software Specifications ........................................................................................................... 98
Table 24 Standards Supported .............................................................................................................. 98
Table 25 MPEG PS Video File Specifications ........................................................................................ 99
Table 26 MPEG-2 TS/TTS Video File Specifications ........................................................................... 100
Table 27 WMV Video File Specifications ............................................................................................. 100
Table 28 AVI Video File Specifications ................................................................................................. 100
Table 29 MPEG4 Video File Specifications .........................................................................................101
Table 30 DVR-MS Video File Specifications ........................................................................................ 101
Table 31 IFO Video File Specifications ................................................................................................ 101
Table 32 Music File Specifications ....................................................................................................... 102
Table 33 Photo File Specifications ....................................................................................................... 103
Table 34 Ethernet Cable Pin Assignments .......................................................................................... 105

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