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    HD Media Player O!PLAY LIVE User Manual
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    the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED
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    HD media player 1-3 Front/left panel 1-3 Right panel 1-4 Rear panel 1-5 Remote control 1-6 Getting your O!Play HD media player ready 1-9 Connecting the power adapter 1-9 Connecting devices to your HD media player 1-9 Starting for the first time 1-11 Chapter 2: Network setup and services
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    streaming from Netflix 3-12 Managing your files 3-13 Browsing files/folders 3-13 Copying, deleting, or moving files/folders 3-13 Renaming files/folders 3-14 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 4-1 Display 4-1 Audio 4-3 Video 4-4 USB storage device 4-4 Remote Control 4-4 Firmware
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    . The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
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    block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way
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    Media Player. • Chapter 2: Network setup and services Provides information on connecting your ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player to a home or LAN network. • Chapter 3: Using the ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player Provides information on using your ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player. • Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
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    Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS Support site Download the latest firmwares
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    , or over the network to your TV or entertainment system. Package contents O!Play Live HD Media Player Remote control with two AAA batteries AC power adapter and power cord Support CD (User Manual/utilities) HDMI cable O!PLAY LIVE HD Media Player Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide If any of
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    Supported subtitle formats I/O ports Dimensions Power input rating Power Consumption Operating Temperature MPEG1/2/4, H.264, VC-1, RM/RMVB, WMV9 .mp4, .mov, .xvid, .m4v, .avi, .asf, .wmv, .flv, .mkv, .rm, .rmvb, .ts, m2ts, .tp, .trp, .dat, .mpg, .vob, .iso MP3, WMA, WAV, ACC, OCG, FLAC, DTS Digital
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    reset the device to its factory default settings. 3 USB 2.0 port Connect a USB 2.0 device into this port. 4 IR (Infra-red) Receiver Allows you to control the HD media player using the IR remote control. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 1-3
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    LED indicators Displays the status of the HD media player. LED Status Description Power OFF The device is found. Ensure that the IR receiver is not blocked. Otherwise, the Media Player will not be able to receive the command from the remote control. Right panel SD/MMC/MS/xD 1 1 SD/MMC/MS/
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    Rear panel 123 4 1 Digital audio output (S/PDIF) Insert an optical cable into this port to connect an (RJ-45) port Insert an RJ-45 cable into this port to connect to a local area network (LAN). 4 Power (DC-In) input Insert the power adapter into this port. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 1-5
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    Use the remote control to power on/off the O!PLAY LIVE Media Player, browse through menus, and select the media file to play, view, or listen to. Power on/off 1 Navigation/ OK keys 2 Return 3 Option 4 Rewind 5 Previous 6 Volume up 7 Volume down 8 17 Guide 16 Information 15 Play / Pause 14
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    1 Power on/off Turn the HD media player on or off. Navigation/OK keys Press the media file. 7 Volume up Increases the volume. 8 Volume down Decreases the volume. 9 Mute Press to disable audio output. 10 Edit Press to copy, delete, rename, and move the files. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player
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    in on the screen. 12 Next Goes to the next media file. Stop 13 Press to stop the playback. Press for three seconds to eject the disk from the external optical disk drive. 14 Forward Press to forward the playback. 15 Play / Pause Toggles between playback and pause. Information 16 Press
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    your HD media player To connect devices to your HD media player: 1. Do any of the following to connect a display to your HD media player: • Use an HDMI cable to connect your HD media player to an HDTV or an HDMI monitor. The HDMI cable is purchased separately. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 1-9
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    your HD media player. SD/MMC/MS/xD You can also access media files from a shared folder of a network computer. For more details, refer to the section Connecting to a network in Chapter 2. 3. Use an S/PDIF cable to connect your audio system to your HD media player. 4. Plug the HD media player's power
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    first time: 1. Turn on your HD media player and your HDTV or HDMI monitor. 2. Set your HDTV or HDMI monitor to HDMI mode. 3. The Setup Wizard appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup process. Use the remote control to navigate the screen. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 1-11
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    1-12 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    and online media streaming. For more details on online media streaming, refer to the section Streaming online media in Chapter 3. Wired connection Using DHCP IP (network setup with a router) Using DHCP IP allows the router to automatically assign an IP address for your media player. Desktop PC
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    /right keys / to navigate to Setup, then press . 5. Navigate to Network and press . 6. Select Wired Lan Setup and press . 7. Select DHCP IP (AUTO) as your setup type. The router's DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address for your HD media player. 2-2 Chapter 2: Network setup and services
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    of the RJ-45 cable to the LAN port at the back of your HD media player and the other end to the computer. 2. Connect all the necessary devices to your HD media player. For more details, refer to the section Connecting devices to your HD media player in Chapter 1. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 2-3
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    navigate to Setup, then press . 4. Select Network > Wired Lan Setup and press . 5. Select FIX IP (MANUAL) and press . 6. From the FIX IP HD media player. For more details, refer to the next section Configuring the IP address settings for your computer. 2-4 Chapter 2: Network setup and services
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    > Control Panel > Network Connection. Right-click Local Area Connection then select Properties. 2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. 3. Select Use the following IP address: and key in the IP address and Subnet mask. 4. Click OK when done. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 2-5
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    Windows® Vista/7 OS 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center. Right-click Local Area Connection then select Properties. 2. Select Internet Protocol Version 4( IP address: and key in the IP address and Subnet mask. 4. Click OK when done. 2-6 Chapter 2: Network setup and services
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    Mac OS X 10.5.xx 1. Choose Apple menu > System Preferences. Click Network. 2. Select Manually. 3. Key in the IP Address and Subnet Mask. 4. Click Apply when done. 2 3 built-in wireless capabilities. Refer to the documentation that came with your computer. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 2-7
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    . 5. Press or to go to the next step. Use the virtual keyboard to key in your PPoE Password. 6. Wait for a while for your HD media player to establish connection. Obtain the PPoE settings information (user ID and password) from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). 2-8 Chapter 2: Network setup and
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    your computer to allow folders to be shared: 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connection > Network Setup Wizard. 2. Select Turn on file and printer shariing. 3. When done, click -click the selected folder, and select Sharing and Security. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 2-9
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    done. 4. A hand icon appears on the folder indicating that the folder's contents are shared over the network. Sharing files under Windows® Vista OS In Windows® Vista OS, you can share files in any of , or delete a shared file. 5. When done, click Share. 2-10 Chapter 2: Network setup and services
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    : • Turn on sharing so anyone with network access can open files • Turn on sharing so anyone with network access can open, change, and create files • Turn off sharing (people logged on to this computer can still access this folder) 3. When done, click Apply. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 2-11
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    Ensure that the following options are correctly selected: Turn on network discovery Turn on file and printer sharing Media streaming is off Allow Windows to manage homegroup connections (recommended) Properties. 3. Click Sharing tab > Advanced Sharing.... 2-12 Chapter 2: Network setup and services
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    4. Check the Share this folder item, then click Permissions. 5. Select the network user that your want to share files, and set the access control options. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 2-13
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    user account Everyone. 4. Repeat steps 2-3 to share other folders. 5. When done, click Options.... 2 3 6. Tick Share files and folders using SMB, and click Done. 2-14 Chapter 2: Network setup and services
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    , Allow all users, and Share Enabled. 4. Click OK when done. A hand icon appears on the folder indicating that the folder's contents are shared over the network. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 2-15
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    2-16 Chapter 2: Network setup and services
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    Chapter 3 Using your O!PLAY LIVE Media Player The Home screen The Home screen includes these main options: Movies, Photo, Music, File Manager, Internet Media, Setup, and Web Browser. File Manager allows you to view all your media files in your storage devices and network. 3-1
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    Play Live settings To configure the O!Play Live settings: 1. From the Home screen, press the left/right keys / to navigate to Setup, then press . 2. Press the up/down keys / to navigate through System, Audio, Video, Network, and Firmware made. 3-2 Chapter 3: Using your O!PLAY LIVE Media Player
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    Playing a movie Movie control buttons on the remote control Button Function Press to display the movie's file information. Press to return to the previous screen. Press to the previous video file. Press to go to the next video file. Press to disable audio output. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 3-3
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    refer to the section Sharing files over the network in Chapter 2. 3. ���U�s�e��th�e���u�p�/d��o���w��n����k��e��y�s / to locate the movie that you want to play. Press or to play the movie. You may press the Option key to import the selected file. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using your O!PLAY LIVE Media Player
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    Playing music Movie control buttons on the remote control Button Function Press to display the music's file information. Press to return to the previous screen. Press to the previous music file. Press to go to the next music file. Press to disable audio output. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 3-5
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    folder containing the file is shared. For more details, refer to the section Sharing files over the network in Chapter 2. 3. Use the u��p�/d��o�w�n��k�e�y�s� / to locate the music that you want to listen. Press or to�p��la�y��t�h�e��m��u�s�i�c�. 3-6 Chapter 3: Using your O!PLAY LIVE Media Player
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    . • HDMI Output: Select this setting if the audio output will be coming from your HD media player via an HDMI cable to a high-definition external display. Refer to the following descriptions of the will be sent to the HDMI multichannel receiver for decoding. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 3-7
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    display the option for your selected audio setting. Viewing photos Photo control buttons on the remote control Button Function Press to display the photo's file information. Press to return to go to the next photo. Press to disable audio output. 3-8 Chapter 3: Using your O!PLAY LIVE Media Player
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    slideshow mode: 1. When the selected photo is displayed in full screen, press on the remote control to start the slideshow. Photos in the same source folder will be displayed in order. 2. Press to pause the slideshow. Press or to return to the source folder. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 3-9
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    to Photo to start the photo slideshow. The slideshow plays with the background music. Press instead of music will not play. while playing music files. Otherwise, the background Configuring the photo or press to cancel the settings made. 3-10 Chapter 3: Using your O!PLAY LIVE Media Player
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    Streaming online media Your HD media player provides online media services including Netflix, YouTube-XL, Pandora, Picasa, Weather, Stock, Flickr, RSS News, Internet Radio, PodCast, and Internet TV. The online content is constantly added and updated. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com for
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    Radio. Navigate to the online media service that you want to add as your favovite. Press the left key , select Add to My Favorite, and then press . Online streaming from Netflix You can connect your HD media player to your Netflix account and enjoy streaming unlimited TV episodes and movies to your
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    file or folder that you want to copy from any of these sources: USB, Card Reader, Network, and UPNP. 3. Press and select Copy, Delete, or Move. 4. ���F�o��llo��w��th��e�o��n�s�c�r�e�e�n��in��s�tr�u�c�t�io��n�s�t�o��c�o�m��p�l�e�te��t�h�e��o�p�e�r�a�t�io��n�. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 3-13
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    press . 2. Locate the file or folder that you want to copy from any of these sources: USB, Card Reader, Network, and UPNP. 3. Press and select Rename. 4. To key in the new name for your file or folder, use confirm the new file or folder name. 3-14 Chapter 3: Using your O!PLAY LIVE Media Player
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    encounter while installing or using the ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player. These problems require simple troubleshooting that you can perform by yourself. Contact ASUS Technical Support if you encounter problems not mentioned in this section. Display Q1. The media player does not work. You think that
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    range as other addresses on your network. Verify that the address is not already used by another PC or device. • Ensure that the files are supported file formats and are not damaged. Q6. Certain files cannot be played on the Media Player. • The Media Player may not support the video or audio format
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    sample rates. If a file is not displayed on the screen, it most likely uses an unsupported bit rate or sample rate. Only use files with supported formats, bit rates, and sample rates. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player 4-3
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    media player remote control is not working. • Ensure that the batteries are properly inserted. • The batteries may already be drained out. Replace the batteries with new ones. • Ensure that the path between the remote control and the media player is not blocked. 4-4 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
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    the updating process again. • The firmware update manual is available in PDF file (included in the updated firmware folder). Visit the ASUS support site at http://support.asus.com for more details. • If the media player is shut down or powered off during the software installation, the update will
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    . Q5. I cannot connect to the wired network. • You need to select either DHCP IP (AUTO) or FIX IP (MANUAL) as your setup type. If you select DHCP IP (AUTO), the router automatically assigns an IP address for your media player. • If you select FIX IP (MANUAL), key in the IP address, Subnet Mask
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    services such as Internet radio and TV stations? Depending on the streaming situation or network stability/traffic, you might need to wait for a few minutes to use the Internet media services. Q9. If I have a "Domain network, can I use O!Play Live? O!Play Live does not officially support streaming
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    support CD For more details about using the features of your HD media player, refer to its user manual included in the support CD. • ASUS Support site Download the latest firmwares, drivers, and utilities from the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com 4-8 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
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    products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/ the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any changes or modifications
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    All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. Please visit our web site for updated information. Note that we do not offer direct support for the distribution. GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation
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    the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source problems introduced by others will not reflect on the original authors' reputations. Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player A-3
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    Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this License; they are outside its scope. The act of running the Program is not restricted, and the output from the Program is covered only if its contents constitute a work based on the Program (independent of having
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    which must be distributed under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange; or, b) Accompany it with a written offer, valid for at least three years, to terminated so long as such parties remain in full compliance. ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player A-5
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    in reliance on consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice. This section is intended to make thoroughly clear what is believed to be a consequence of
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    software which is copyrighted by the Free Software Foundation, write to the Free Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. 12 IN NO EVENT ASUS O!PLAY LIVE Media Player A-7
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    CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
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