Network Media Player PC-P1LAN User’s Manual Using Link Theater Detailed Configuration Appendix
Contents Using LinkTheater Supported file formats.......................................... 3 Registering playback folders............................... 4 Data playback on a television.............................. 4 Converting files..................................................... 4 Configuring access restrictions.......................... 6 DLNA media server playback . ............................. 8 Detailed Settings LinkTheater Advanced Settings...........................
Using LinkTheater Thank you for choosing LinkTheater! This manual should help you configure and use your new LinkTheater. Supported file formats The following file formats can be played back using LinkTheater.
Registering a folder for playback In order to play computer files on LinkTheater, you need to register the folders on the computer. Refer to the separate [Read Me First] document, and register your media folders for playback. Data playback on a television Refer to the separate [Read Me First] document for details on the procedure for playing back computer or server data on a television. Note LinkTheater can play MPEG-2 and MP3 files. Other formats are automatically transformed for playback.
If you wish to configure image quality settings individually, click [Add] in step 4 on page 4, and set the details as desired. Individual items can be selected under [New Profile]. The following items can be set. 5 Click [Add]. Mode Mode can be selected from constant bitrate (CBR), variable bitrate (CVBR), and constant quality (CQ). The features of each mode are explained in the [Glossary] on page 21. Items that can be set in [Rate settings] differ depending on the mode selected here.
Configuring access restrictions You can set access restrictions to shared playback folders, so that the folder can only be played back when specific conditions are met. These settings can be performed as follows. 1 Click [Start]-[(All) Programs][BUFFALO]-[PC-P1LAN][Configure Media server]. 2 Click the [Permissions] tab. 3 Click [Turn ON Access Control]. Mini LinkTheater User’s Manual 4 Click [Only accept access from the following client devices].
6 Click [Next]. 7 Select the conditions for access restriction, then click [Next]. Using LinkTheater You can select restriction conditions of host name, IP address, network address, and MAC address (get MAC address from the back of your LinkTheater). Detailed Configuration Appendix Step through the wizard to complete the access restriction settings.
Playing back DLNA compatible media server data About DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) has defined product design guidelines [Home Network Device Interoperability Guidelines] with the aim of standardizing electronic industry technology and realizing an interconnected environment of digital equipment (computers, household appliances, mobile devices).
Advanced Settings Normally, you won't need to change these settings. Here's explanations of each in case you do. LinkTheater Advanced Settings . 1 Press the power button and start LinkTheater. 3 You can configure each of these items. Using LinkTheater * Screens shown in this manual are examples. Your display may look slightly different. Select [Settings], and press button. The following settings can be performed in [Edit Profile].
Media Server Configuration You can register folders that will be played on LinkTheater and also set access restrictions. Click [Start][(All) Programs]-[BUFFALO]-[PC-P1LAN]-[Configure Media server] to display the settings screen. Shared folder screen • Add Registers folders that contains files that you want to play on the LinkTheater. • Delete By selecting a folder and clicking [Delete], registration of the shared folder is deleted. • Update This updates the shared folder and file display.
Access restrictions screen BootServer Manager You can set firmware rewrite (FW) and enable/ disable server functions using the BootServer administration tool. Click [Start]-[(All) Programs][BUFFALO]-[PC-P1LAN]-[BootServer Manager] to start the tool. BootServer Management screen • Enable access restrictions This setting enables access restrictions. This is not displayed if the settings are already enabled.
Appendix This section gives proceedures for manually setting IP addresses, describes firmware update procedures and the procedure for playing back LinkStation data, addresses basic troubleshooting, and gives device specifications. For customers that do not have a router (Procedure for manually configuring the IP address) If you have no router on your network and connect your LinkTheater directly to your PC, you'll need to set the IP address manually.
What is the LinkTheater IP address value? Set the following values for the LinkTheater IP address. Computer IP address LinkTheater IP address When the IP address is 192.168.11.2 Set to 192.168.11.12. Set the same value Set a different number from the computer between 2 and 254 What is the LinkTheater Subnet mask value? Set the LinkTheater subnet mask value to the same value as the computer’s subnet mask value. Computer’s subnet mask LinkTheater subnet mask When the value is 255.255.255.
Configuring the LinkTheater's IP address 1 2 3 14 4 Select [Edit Network Profile] , and press button. 5 Select [Static], and press button. 6 Enter the IP address and subnet mask, and press the [Select/Play] button. Press the power button and start LinkTheater. Select [Settings], and press button on the directional pad. Select [Network], and press button.
Caution Make sure the LinkTheater's IP address is not the same as the computer’s IP address. If you are not sure of the value to set, see page 12. Example: If the computer’s IP address is [192.168.11.2] and the subnet mask is [255.255.255.0], then set the LinkTheater's IP address to [192.168.11.12] and the subnet mask to [255.255.255.0]. Note The IP address and subnet mask can be entered using the ten key buttons on the remote control. You can enter a ".
Troubleshooting I cannot switch the power on Cause: The power cord is disconnected from the wall socket or LinkTheater Solution: Connect the power cord to the wall socket or LinkTheater I cannot see videos or hear sounds Cause (1): The connection to the television is incorrect Solution (1): Connect the television correctly Cause (2): The correct video input has not been selected on the TV Solution (2): Select from inputs that are connected to LinkTheater, for example “video”, etc.
The startup screen is not displayed, and the computer is not recognized by LinkTheater Cause (1): The LAN cable is not connected Solution (1): Check that the LAN cable is connected to both the computer and LinkTheater (push in the LAN cable until you hear a “click”). After connecting the LAN, switch the LinkTheater power off and on again.
5. Select [Start] - [(All) Programs] - [Trend Micro PC-Cillin-2003] - [PC-Cillin-2003 settings]. If [Use LAN proxy server] is unchecked, the settings are complete. If it is checked, click [Detailed settings] and proceed to procedure 6. 6. When the [PC-Cillin 2003 operation screen] starts, remove the [Enable personal firewall] in [Personal firewall] - [Security level], and click [Apply].
Cause (7) Files are copy protected Solution (7): DRM and copy protected files cannot be played back on the LinkTheater. Play only files that do not have DRM or copy protection. Videos are not displayed correctly Cause (1): Videos are recorded in a television format other than NTSC Solution (1): LinkTheater plays NTSC video. Record all videos in NTSC format for playback on the LinkTheater.
If you clicked [Block] Use the following procedures to change the firewall settings. 1. Click [Start]-[Control Panel]. 2. Click [Network and Internet connections][Change Windows firewall settings] (or double click [Windows firewall]). 3. Click the [Exception] tab. 4. Click the [BUFFALO MediaServer] check box to display a check mark. Click [OK]. Technical Support North America Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Telephone: 866-752-6210 Email: info@buffalotech.
Glossary • AVI Digital file format developed for Windows by Microsoft. If a video is recorded in AVI format (without using codec), the recorded file size becomes larger because video compression is not used (if recorded at 320 x 240 resolution, 30 minutes of video requires about 5GB of space). Advantages are that files can be processed simply using editing software, but video and audio timing may become out of sync if recorded for a long period of time.
Specifications Note For the most up-to-date product information or model compatibility, please refer to the catalog or www.buffalotech.com`. Wired LAN interface Compatible standards Conforms to IEEE802.3/IEEE802.
Display lamp specifications LINK lamp Power lamp Power lamp Lit green When power is ON Lit orange color When in standby mode LINK lamp Lit green Lights when the LAN link is up, goes out when the LAN link is down Flashing red twice System malfunction. Contact the BUFFALO support center. Flashing red three times Wired LAN malfunction. Reconnect the LAN cable. Flashing red five times Server malfunction. Check the following items.
