Netgear EVA9100 EVA9100 Install Guide - Page 1

Digital Entertainer Express Model EVA9100

Package Contents

Power cord

composite video

cable

RCA audio/

Digital Entertainer Express

Ethernet cable

Remote

Resource CD

control

DE Express Front and Back Views

HDMI

Ethernet port

with LEDs

SCART

USB

port

Power

On/off

switch

S/PDIF

coaxial

(audio)

Component

video

S-Video

Composite

video

Stereo

audio

S/PDIF optical

(audio)

This guide explains how to install the Digital Entertainer Express using the basic

setup; wired Ethernet LAN; and audio/composite video cable included in the

package. HDMI and SCART cables are not included.

For custom setup or component video connections, see the

User Manual

that is

provided on your

NETGEAR Resource CD

, or download the latest documentation at

http://www.NETGEAR.com/support

.

Install your DE Express in this order:

1.

Connect the DE Express.

2.

Set up the DE Express.

3.

Install software on your computer with the

NETGEAR Resource CD

.

4.

Configure your media library to work with the DE Express.

Connecting the DE Express

To connect the DE Express:

1.

Connect the DE Express to your TV set and audio equipment using the RCA

audio/composite cabled included with the DE Express. If you are using a

digital audio/visual (a/v) receiver, use an S/PDIF coaxial or optical cable (not

included) to connect it.

2.

Connect the DE Express to the router with an Ethernet cable.

3.

Connect the DE Express power cord, and plug it into an outlet. Make sure the

on/off switch is set to on.

The LED on the front of the DE Express blinks amber, then turns solid blue when

it is powered on.

4.

Install the two AA batteries (included) into the DE Express remote control.

Setting Up the DE Express

To set up the DE Express:

1.

Turn on the TV.

2.

Set the video source selector on your TV to match the connection from your DE

Express.

Note:

If your TV has multiple inputs of a specific type (such as HDMI1 or HDMI2),

make sure that you have selected the correctly numbered input. Check the

instructions that came with your TV.

3.

Check the TV display. If it is not clear, aim the remote control at the DE Express,

and press

TV Mode

. You can cycle through the TV modes to get the best

display. It can take 3 or 4 seconds for each TV mode change.

4.

As part of the initial setup, you are prompted to select a language.

5.

When you hear the audio welcome tune, press

OK

.

If you do not hear the audio welcome message, check the connections to the

Digital Entertainer Express.

6.

Select

Basic Setup

, and then set up the TV resolution.

7.

Select

Video Mode

, choosing one of the following analog modes:

–

Standard TV NTSC 480i (default)

–

Standard TV NTSC 480p (PAL) (your TV must support PAL settings)

–

Standard TV PAL 576i

–

Standard TV SCART PAL 576i

–

Standard TV PAL 576p 50Hz

–

Standard TV SCART PAL 576p 50Hz

–

HDTV Component 720p

–

HDTV Component 1080i

–

HDTV Component 1080p

–

HDTV Component 720p 50Hz

–

HDTV Component 1080i 50Hz

–

HDTV Component 1080p 50Hz

8.

Depending on where you bought your DE Express, you might be prompted to

enter your zip code or to choose your country and nearest city.

If you want to receive weather information, enter your zip code. Press the

down arrow

when you are finished, and then press

OK

twice.

9.

When prompted to install software, go to the computer where your media files

are stored.

Installing the Digital Entertainer

Express for Windows Software

After connecting the Digital Entertainer Express and completing basic setup, follow

these steps to install the software:

1.

Power on your computer, and log in as needed.

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