USER MANUAL NETWORK MEDIAPLAYER 350 WLAN EXTERNAL MULTIMEDIA HARD DRIVE / 3.5" / USB 2.0 / (W) LAN / AV WIN & MAC Rev.
Freecom MediaPlayer Dear customer, EN Thank you for buying the Freecom MediaPlayer, a brand-new digital multimedia player that supports dual data access mode via 3.5" HDD inside (not supplied with "Drive In Kit"-model) and 10/100Mbps Network. With this Freecom MediaPlayer you can easily enjoy Digital Movies, Digital Music, Digital Photos from a 3.5" HDD (when assembled in the device) and from all PC's in your network, directly on your TV or HiFi set. Freecom Technologies • Germany www.freecom.
Table of Contents User manual EN General Information............................................................................................................page 5 Warnings and Safety Instructions .................................................................................page 9 Product Overview.................................................................................................................page 10 Chapter 1: Use as External USB HDD.............................................
Freecom MediaPlayer Chapter 5: EN Freecom Network MediaPlayer for Mac.......................................................................page 50 USB 2.0 Mode.................................................................................................................page 50 NDAS Mode ...................................................................................................................page 50 NDAS Device Registration........................................................................
General Information General Information EN The Freecom MediaPlayer WLAN fully supports HD (High Definition) files for a really clear and sharp picture on LCD TV (HDTV support required) and can stream the contents from a PC/Network through Wireless LAN (802.11g) or Wired LAN. It also features a USB Host port for attaching external USB Storage.
Freecom MediaPlayer Minimum System Requirements EN PC: • Intel Pentium III / AMD Duron 900 MHz or higher • 256 MB RAM (Vista: 512 MB RAM) or higher • Available USB 2.0, 1.1 Port (USB 2.0 recommended)* • Available 10/100 Ethernet LAN Port, RJ-45 (100Mbps recommended) or WLAN • LAN Cable (cross-wired or standard - see "2.1 Connect LAN Cable") • 100Base-T full duplex switch for NDAS mode • CD-ROM drive for installation • For playback on TV, a TV with PAL or NTSC system is required.
General Information Precautions EN Please read the following in this manual carefully for proper use. Copyright • Freecom can not be held responsible for the use of illegal software, audio sources, video sources etc. The user and/or owner of the Freecom MediaPlayer is legally responsible for the content on the device. Check supported codec • The Freecom MediaPlayer may not play back all media files. Please check the codec type and ensure this is supported by the MediaPlayer.
Freecom MediaPlayer Cautions for possibility of causing Radio Waves to cross EN • Freecom MediaPlayer may cause Radio Waves to cross, so it is recommended to be alert when you keep devices near the Freecom MediaPlayer. Especially concerning your health. Data Backup • We strongly recommend you to make a data backup to another safe medium. Freecom can not be held responsible for data damage or data loss on the built-in hard drive. Cautions for drop, shock • Do not drop the device.
Warnings and Safety Instructions Warnings and Safety Instructions EN Please read and follow the below mentioned instructions. They should be observed in order to prevent injury to the user, damage to the device and damage to property, as well as to ensure safe use of the product. Not following these instructions may cause the unit to malfunction. To ensure that your Freecom MediaPlayer functions properly, please take note of the following precautions.
Freecom MediaPlayer Product Overview EN 1. Front View All basic operation functions can be done with the buttons on the device without use of the remote control. 1. Enter 2. Navigation key 3. Power 5. Stop / Init 4. Play / Pause 6. IR 7. PWR 8. NET 9. HDD 10 1. ENTER Select or play a file 2. NAVIGATION KEY Up, Down, Left, Right 3. POWER Power On, Off 4. PLAY / PAUSE Play all files from selected file / Pause 5. STOP / INIT Stop / Return to Mode Selection Screen 6.
Product Overview 2. Rear View EN 1. USB DEVICE 9. ANT 2. USB HOST 10. OPTICAL 3. DVI 11. CVBS 4. S-VIDEO 12. STEREO L-R 5. COAXIAL 6. Y, PB, PR 7. LAN 8. PWR 1. USB DEVICE Connect to a computer with USB cable 2. USB HOST Connect to an external USB device with USB cable 3. DVI Connect DVI cable for video output 4. S-VIDEO Connect S-Video cable for video output 5. COAXIAL Connect Coaxial cable for 5.1 ch. Digital audio output 6.
Freecom MediaPlayer Chapter 1: Use as External USB HDD EN 1.1 Insert the Hard Disk (only Drive-In Kit) 1 • Only use a 3.5" IDE Hard Disk. • Hard Disk should be jumpered as "Master". However, if the Hard Disk supports "Single mode", you need to try to set "Single mode". 1. Unscrew the 4 screws and open the cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow. 2. Connect Power and IDE 40-pin connector to Hard Disk. 3. Close the cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow.
Use as External USB HDD 4. Put the 4 screws back. EN 1 1.2 Connect the Freecom MediaPlayer to the PC 1. Connect the USB cable to the Freecom MediaPlayer and connect the power adapter to the DC jack on the Freecom MediaPlayer. 2. Connect the adapter into an AC outlet. 3. Connect the Freecom MediaPlayer to the PC's USB port. 4. Switch the power on by pressing the power on-off button on the Freecom MediaPlayer. 5.
Freecom MediaPlayer Maximum size of a partition EN File system Operating system 1 FAT FAT32 Windows 98SE 2 GB 60 GB Windows ME 2 GB 2 TB NTFS n.a. *1, 2 n.a.
Use as External USB HDD 1.3.1 Windows 2000 EN 1. Connect Freecom MediaPlayer to PC via USB cable, and plug power cable of Freecom MediaPlayer. 1 2. Select "Start > Settings > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Computer Management > Disk Management" in Windows. 3. If the "Disk Signature and Upgrade Disk Wizard" is started, click Next to progress for finishing the wizard. If this wizard does not start, right click the left area of unallocated drive and start the wizard. 4.
Freecom MediaPlayer 5. Click "Next" at the Windows Create Partition Wizard. EN 1 6. Check "Primary Partition" and click "Next". 7. Type the size that you want to use and click "Next".
Use as External USB HDD 8. Assign a drive letter and click "Next". EN 1 9. Choose FAT32 or NTFS at File system to use and click "Next". FAT 32 system is available on Windows 98/ME and Windows 2000/XP/Vista, but NTFS system is available on Windows 2000/XP/Vista only. If you choose FAT32 system on Windows 2000/XP/Vista, one drive letter's maximum size will be limited to 32GB. If you want to use one drive letter of 32GB more, you have to format on Windows 98SE/ME.
Freecom MediaPlayer 1.3.2 Windows XP / Vista EN 1. Connect Freecom MediaPlayer to PC via USB cable, and plug power cable of Freecom MediaPlayer. 1 2. Click "Settings > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Computer Management> Disk Management" in Windows. If you can not find Administrative Tools at Control Panel, click "switch to classic view" in the upper left corner on the screen. 3. If the "Disk Signature and Upgrade Disk Wizard" starts, click "Next" to progress for finishing the wizard.
Use as External USB HDD 6. Check "Primary partition" and click "Next". EN 1 7. Type number size you want to use and click "Next". 8. Assign a drive letter and click "Next".
Freecom MediaPlayer 9. EN Choose FAT32 or NTFS at File system to use and click "Next". 1 FAT 32 system is available on Windows 98/ME and Windows 2000/XP/Vista, but NTFS system is available on Windows 2000/XP/Vista only. If you choose FAT32 system on Windows 2000/XP/Vista, one drive letter's maximum size will be limited to 32GB. If you want to use one drive letter of 32GB more, you have to format on Windows 98SE/ME.
Use as External USB HDD 1.4.1 Windows 2000/XP/Vista EN 1. After connecting Freecom MediaPlayer and plug power cable, Windows itself will install driver automatically. And then, check the driver installation at Windows "Start > Settings > Control panel > (switch to classic View on Windows XP/Vista) > System > Hardware > Device manager > Universal Serial Bus controllers > USB Mass Storage Device". 1 2. Check 'My Computer' or 'Explorer', there should be a new volume. You can copy any data to this volume.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN 1 When you see 'Non High-Speed USB Hub Message' The message will be displayed on Windows 2000/XP/Vista when you plug Freecom MediaPlayer into USB 1.1 spec. Host adapter. 1.4.2 Mac It can be available on Mac OS X v10.3 or higher. There is no need to install the installation driver at Mac OS X 10.3 version. The Freecom MediaPlayer will be detected automatically. If the Freecom MediaPlayer is detected correctly, an icon appeers on the desktop.
Access PC via Network Chapter 2: Access PC via Network EN 2.1 Connect LAN Cable 2 When connecting Computer to the Freecom MediaPlayer directly Connect LAN cable to LAN port between Freecom MediaPlayer and PC. In this case, you have to use a Cross-wired LAN cable. If your computer's LAN card is already used for connection to Internet line, you can install an additional LAN card to your PC and connect that additional LAN card to the Freecom MediaPlayer.
Freecom MediaPlayer 2.2 Set Network Configurations EN After connecting the LAN cable, you have to set network configurations of Computer and Freecom MediaPlayer. You need to share a folder on Windows computer and use same 'IP address range' and same 'Subnet Mask ' between Windows computer and Freecom MediaPlayer. 2 For example: Computer Network Freecom MediaPlayer IP address 192.168.1.2 192.168.1.3 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 255.255.255.
Access PC via Network Wireless LAN Connection Setup EN You have to connect the Freecom MediaPlayer to a TV set for this setup. See "6.2 Connect Video Cable". 2 1. Move to Setup screen by pressing "SETUP" button on remote control. 2. Move to "Wireless-I" Icon and press "OK" button. Setup box will be displayed under icon menu. 3. Move to 'AP Scan' and press "OK" button. Surrounded wireless stations are detected and displayed. 4. Select the preferred station out of the scanned wireless stations.
Freecom MediaPlayer 5. Information about wireless station will be displayed. Press "SETUP" for saving configurations. EN 2 When connecting Ad-Hoc Mode, manual settings of IP address and Subnet mask will be needed. Manual settings of IP address and Subnet mask of wireless adapter and Freecom MediaPlayer will be needed. Disable DHCP and enter "IP address" and "Subnet mask". IP address must be different between Freecom MediaPlayer and wireless adapter but the Subnet mask is to be same.
Access PC via Network EN 2 6. "WIRELESS" icon is activated. Run the icon, and the PC list on the network is displayed. Access to the preferable PC you want. When wireless icon is not activated or not connected to wireless station. 1. "Waiting or Rebooting" It might take some time to assign IP address from AP in case of AP Mode. So, wait for a while. Otherwise, reboot AP and Freecom MediaPlayer together.
Freecom MediaPlayer 2. "Manual Setting of IP address and Subnet mask" In case of AP Mode, disable DHCP support and do manual setting of IP address and subnet mask. At the time, each IP address is to be different and subnet mask is to be same. EN AP: IP address(192.168.10.1. Subnet mask (255.255.255.0) ==> Freecom MediaPlayer: IP address(192.168.10.2. Subnet mask(255.255.255.
Shared File Playback (Stream) Chapter 3: Shared File Playback (Stream) EN After connecting LAN cable, you have to set network configurations of both Computer and Freecom MediaPlayer. 3 It is possible to assign IP address and Subnet Mask of Freecom MediaPlayer as dynamic or static. 3.1 Windows 2000 1. Select the folder which you want to share. Right-click the folder and click "Sharing" in pop menu. 2. Check "Share this folder" and write "Share name".
Freecom MediaPlayer 3. Click "Share Permissions" and check whether "Everyone" account is present or not. If not, add "Everyone" account. EN It is recommended only to use 'Read' at Permissions. 3 4. After that, the shared folder will be displayed as following picture. 5. Move to "Settings > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Computer management > Local Users and Groups > Users", and double click "Guest".
Shared File Playback (Stream) 6. Check "User cannot change password" and "Password never expires". EN 3 7. Move to "Control Panel > Network and Dial-up Connections", and select Properties "Local Area Connections" by right click of mouse. If you see two or more 'Local Area Connections', select one that you will use for connecting to the Freecom MediaPlayer. 8. Double click 'Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)' that you want to use on your computer.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN 3 9. Check 'Use the following IP address', and write 'IP address' & 'Subnet mask' that you want to use. For example: IP address: 192.168.1.3 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 If you have already been 'obtained an IP address automatically' from DHCP Server or IP Router on your local area network, you don't need to write specific IP address absolutely. Use 'Obtain an IP address automatically' or write IP address & Subnet mask that DHCP Server or IP Router provide.
Shared File Playback (Stream) 10. Set the network configurations of the Freecom MediaPlayer. EN You have to connect the Freecom MediaPlayer to a TV set for this setup. See "6.1 Connect Video Cable". 3 Press "SETUP" on remote control for moving to setup screen. Go to "Network". On that screen, select 'DHCP Support Off' and write IP address & Subnet mask. For example: IP address: 192.168.1.2 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 After writing, press "SETUP" again for saving configurations.
Freecom MediaPlayer 3.2 Windows XP EN 1. Select a folder which you want to share. Right-click the folder and click 'Sharing and Security' in pop menu. 3 2. Check 'Share this folder on the network' and write 'Share name'. For example, "My Movie". "Share name": maximum length is 12 characters.
Shared File Playback (Stream) 3. After that, the shared folder will be displayed as following picture. EN 3 4. Move to "Settings > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Computer management > Local Users and Groups > Users", and double click 'Guest'. This is for Windows XP Professional. Windows XP Home users can't see this figure. Go to next number 6. If you can't find 'Administrative' at Control Panel, click "Switch to classic view" in upper left corner on screen. 5.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6. Move to "Control Panel > Network connections", and select "Local Area Connections" > "Properties" by right click of mouse. EN 3 If you can't find 'Administrative Tools' at Control Panel, click "Switch to classic view" in upper left corner on screen. If you see two or more 'Local Area Connections', select one that you will use for connecting to the Freecom MediaPlayer. 7. Double click 'Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)' that you want to use on your computer.
Shared File Playback (Stream) 8. Check "Use the following IP address" and write "IP address" and "Subnet mask" that you want to use. EN For example: IP address: 3 192.168.1.3 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 If you have already been provided dynamic IP address from DHCP Server or IP Router on your local area network, you don't need to write static IP address absolutely. Use 'Obtain an IP address automatically on' or write IP address & Subnet mask that DHCP Server or IP Router provide. 9. At above number 7.
Freecom MediaPlayer If you use Service Pack 2, refer to the following figures. Click 'Settings' at 'Windows Firewall'. EN 3 Check "OFF" and click 'OK'. 10. Set the network configurations of the Freecom MediaPlayer. You have to connect the Freecom MediaPlayer to a TV set for this setup. See "6.1 Connect Video Cable".
Shared File Playback (Stream) Press "SETUP" on the remote control for moving to setup screen. Go to "Network". Select 'DHCP off' and write IP address & Subnet mask. EN For example: IP address: 3 192.168.1.2 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 After writing, press "SETUP" again for saving configurations. If you have already been provided dynamic IP address from DHCP Server or IP Router on your local area network, you don't need to write static IP address absolutely.
Freecom MediaPlayer . Windows Vista EN Before you do "folder sharing", you need to set up 3 things for Network sharing. 1. Setup of User Accounts and Family safety a) Click Start > Settings > Control Panel > Users Accounts and Family Safety. b) Make sure the account is "Guest".
Shared File Playback (Stream) c) If the "Guest" account is off, then switch it to "On". EN 2. Disable "Firewall" a) Click Start > Setting > Control Panel > Security > Windows Firewall on / off. b) Click at "Off" (not recommended).
Freecom MediaPlayer 3. Setup of Network and Sharing Center EN a) Click Start > Setting > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. b) Select "Password protected sharing" and select "Turn off password protected sharing".
Shared File Playback (Stream) c) Make a folder you want to share. EN d) You will get a popup "Choose people to share with" then select "Everyone (All users in this list)" and press "Add" button.
Freecom MediaPlayer e) After you register the user account, then click "Share" button.
Use as Network Storage (NDAS) Chapter 4: Use as Network Storage (NDAS) EN It is recommended to use 100Mbps LAN Card when using wired LAN connection. 4 It is recommended to use IEEE 802.11g (54Mbps) wireless adapter or Access Point when using wireless LAN connection. NDAS function allows to transfer data to HDD in Freecom MediaPlayer by wired or wireless LAN without setting data sharing works. NDAS PC software (for Windows) works on Windows 2000/XP/Vista only.
Freecom MediaPlayer 2. Install NDAS software on your PC: Insert the Freecom MediaPlayer Software & Manual CD into your CD drive. The Freecom start menu opens: EN 4 In case the software does not open automatically, please double click "Start.exe" in the root directory of the CD. 3. Now click "NDAS Software (LAN)". The installation of the Freecom Software now begins.
Use as Network Storage (NDAS) 4. NDAS icon is created at right-down corner on desktop windows. Right click the icon and select "Register a New Device". EN 4 5. Write NDAS Device ID and Write Key. They are located on the bottom of Player. Write your preferable name at NDAS Device Name. Finish device registration procedure with clicking "Register". 6. Select Mount(Read/Write) and access to NDAS Device, i.e, Player.
Freecom MediaPlayer 7. Select "Install the software automatically" and click "Next" button. EN 4 8. Please check 'My Computer' if the Hard Disk in the Freecom MediaPlayer is recognized as a Hard Disk Drive of local network. (HDD in Player looks like external Hard Disk Drive. C:, D:, E: or F: )If you cannot see Hard Disk Drive, please turn the Freecom MediaPlayer off and then turn it on again. (Recognition can take some time.
Use as Network Storage (NDAS) 9. To remove NDAS function safely, please double click the icon tray (just like removing external Hard Disk Drive).
Freecom MediaPlayer Chapter 5: Freecom MediaPlayer for Mac EN 5.1 USB 2.0 Mode 5 In USB 2.0 Mode Freecom MediaPlayer is directly attached to a computer's USB Port. Freecom MediaPlayer via USB 5.2 NDAS Mode In NDAS Mode Freecom MediaPlayer is directly attached to a 100 Mbit/s Full Duplex Fast Ethernet Switch or Wireless Access Point. Each user on the network can use Freecom MediaPlayer as if it was a local disk drive. Freecom MediaPlayer via Router/Switch Freecom MediaPlayer via WLAN 1.
Freecom MediaPlayer for Mac 5. .1 Installing NDAS Software EN Installation of NDAS software is simple and easy. 1. Insert the Freecom MediaPlayer Software & Manual CD into your CD drive. The Freecom start menu opens: 5 In case the software does not open automatically, please double click "Start" in the root directory of the CD. 2. Now click "NDAS Software (LAN)" -> "Install Software". The installation of the Freecom Software now begins.
Freecom MediaPlayer 3. Read Me - Carefully read the installation notes then click Continue. EN 5 4. License - Carefully read the Software License Agreement and click Continue when finished. 5. 5 Click on Agree to accept the User License.
Freecom MediaPlayer for Mac 6. "Select a Destination" - Select the source where you would like to install the NDAS software. EN 5 7. Install - Click Install to begin installing the NDAS Software. 8. Please wait while the NDAS Software installs.
Freecom MediaPlayer 9. Finish Up - Click the Restart button to complete the installation. EN 5 5. NDAS Device Registration 5. .1 Add / Register a New NDAS device 1. Click on the NDAS Utility Icon located in your Utilities Folder. 2. Click the Register The New Device icon in the upper left hand corner of the window. 3. NDAS Device Registration will appear. 4. Enter a name for the NDAS device then add your NDAS device ID and Write Key. The Write Key is needed to write to your NDAS device.
Freecom MediaPlayer for Mac 5.3.2 Sharing Your NDAS Device EN Once NDAS device is connected to your network, it can be accessed from any computer on your LAN. 5 To share NDAS device, the following must occur: Mac OS Environment: - All computers and NDAS device must be on the same LAN. - NDAS device must be connected via Ethernet or Wireless Router. - The NDAS software must be installed on each system. - Only One user can have Read/Write access to the Freecom MediaPlayer at a time.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN 5 5.5 Using Freecom MediaPlayer Now that you have successfully installed your Freecom MediaPlayer, it's time to familiarize yourself on using the Freecom MediaPlayer. Once the Freecom MediaPlayer is mounted, it will appear on your Desktop. Here are a few functions for Freecom MediaPlayer: - You can use Freecom MediaPlayer like any other hard drive on your system.
Freecom MediaPlayer for Mac 5.5.2 Changing Read Only or Read / Write Mode EN Open your NDAS Utility by clicking on your Macintosh HD icon on your Desktop, double click on your Applications Folder, then your Utilities folder. 5 Mount with Read Only Mode • Select the NDAS Device you want to mount. • Click on Unit Device. • Under Configuration select Mount Read Only. • The status will now show Mounted with Read Only. Mount with Read / Write Mode • Select the NDAS Device you want to mount.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN 5 5.6 Using Freecom MediaPlayer in a Mixed Environment 5.6.1 Mixed Environment with Mac and Windows 58 • All computers must be on the same LAN with the same Subnet. • The Freecom MediaPlayer must be connected via Ethernet to a Router/Switch. • To share the Freecom MediaPlayer each computer must have corresponding Freecom MediaPlayer software/ driver installed. • The Freecom MediaPlayer must be registered on each computer.
Freecom MediaPlayer for Mac 5.7 Uninstall EN Insert the included "Manual & Appication CD" into your CD-Rom Drive and go to "NDAS Software (LAN) -> Uninstall Software". There you will find the NDAS Uninstaller. 5 Step 1: Start the Uninstaller by double clicking the Freecom MediaPlayer Uninstaller. Step 2: Click Uninstall. Step 3: Once finished, click Quit. Step 4: Restart the system once the Uninstall has completed.
Freecom MediaPlayer 5. Partitioning your Freecom MediaPlayer under Mac OS X EN 1. Open the "Disk Utility". This can be found in "Applications" —> "Utilities". 2. Click on the tab "Partition". 5 Here you can setup the partition settings and partition the drive according to your settings (e.g. Mac OS Extended). Detailed information how to use the Disk Utility can be found in the help: 5. FAQ Mac 1.
Freecom MediaPlayer for Mac 2. I have installed the Mac Drivers and Freecom MediaPlayer will not Enable. EN Make sure you have the latest drivers, available at the Download Center. Please check the following: 5 Verify that your cables are plugged in correctly and that you have a link on the switch where Freecom MediaPlayer is plugged into. Make sure that it is formatted to a file system that your Mac can recognize. You can run Disk Utility (Application > Utilities > Disk Utility).
Freecom MediaPlayer This way everyone can get read and write access to the Freecom MediaPlayer without a problem. EN 6. Can the Freecom MediaPlayer be left on over night? 5 Yes your Freecom MediaPlayer can be turned on 24 / 7. Before you turn off your computer we do recommend that you unmount the Freecom MediaPlayer to limit future problems with your Freecom MediaPlayer. 7. When adding Freecom MediaPlayer to my computer, it tells me that my ID and Key are invalid.
Connect to External AV Device Chapter 6: Connect to External AV Device EN 6.1 Connect Video Cable 6 Freecom MediaPlayer supports 4 types of video output; "Composite, S-video, Component, DVI". Use the video connection that your TV supports. Normally, TV supports composite video connection, and this package includes composite video cable. 1. Composite: Yellow RCA cable. (Supplied) • Yellow (CVBS) Yellow (CVBS) Connect to Composite (CVBS) Jack of TV • 2.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.2 Connect Audio Cable EN Freecom MediaPlayer supports 3 types of audio output; "Stereo, Coaxial, Optical". Use the audio connection that your TV or Audio set supports. Normally, TV supports stereo audio connection, and this package includes stereo audio cable. 6 1. Stereo: Red & White RCA Cable (supplied) • • Red (STEREO-R) Red (STEREO-R) • Connect Stereo-R Jack of TV. (STEREO-L) White (STEREO-L) White • Connect Stereo-L Jack of TV. 2.Optical: Optical Cable for Digital 5.
Connect to External AV Device 6.3 Basic Setup EN 6.3.1 Video Setup 6 This is a guide for setting video output of Freecom MediaPlayer. You have to setup Freecom MediaPlayer's video output mode same as TV set's video input mode. When you can not see normal screen after connecting video cable, check the followings: 1. "TV "– Switch to Video Input Mode: Turn on TV, and switch to video input mode same as video connection. See TV user manual. 2.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN TV Video Player Video Connection Jack Input Mode Output Mode of TV, Player Normal Video 6 CVBS or Composite Jack "TV Output"= Composite Mode (Generally Yellow Jack) Video Cable Type Yellow RCA Cable (Supplied) "Composite Mode" = C/S-Video S-Video Component 480i S-Video Jack S -V ide o Cab le * Black rounded Component 3 Jack Component Cable * Y(Green), Pb(Blue), Pr(Red) * Y(Green), Pb(Blue), Pr(Red) DVI Jack DVI Cable DVI jack of Player to DSub jack of TV(Monitor)
Connect to External AV Device Setup Procedure EN 1. Turn on the Freecom MediaPlayer and press "SETUP" on Mode Selection screen. 6 2. Move to the 'Video Out' icon and press "OK". The setup box will be displayed under the icon menu. 3. Select a TV Out Mode and a detailed video output mode in accordance with the selected TV Out Mode and then press "OK". 4. Press "SETUP" to save configurations.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.3.2 Audio Setup EN This is a guide for setting audio output of the Freecom MediaPlayer. You can use Stereo or Digital 5.1 ch. 6 Analogue/DCPM: If you connect the supplied audio cables (Red / White) to TV or Audio set directly. Encoded Digital: If you want to listen to 5.1 ch / DTS Dolby by connecting receiver (or amplifier) with the Optical or Coaxial cable. Setup Procedure 1. Turn on the Freecom MediaPlayer and press "SETUP" on the Mode Selection screen. 2.
Connect to External AV Device 6.3.3 Network Setup EN It is possible to obtain an IP address automatically from DHCP Server or IP Router, or to set the specific IP address. Check your network environments. 6 DHCP On: You can use this option when it is possible to obtain IP address automatically from DHCP Server or IP Router.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN 6 Check the obtained IP address Press "INFO" on the Mode Selection screen, you will see the current obtained IP address from the DHCP server. "DHCP Support Off" Setup Procedure 1. Turn on the Freecom MediaPlayer and press "SETUP" on the Mode Selection screen. 2. Move to the 'Network' icon and press "OK". The setup box will be displayed under the icon menu. 3. Select 'DHCP Support-OFF' and press "OK".
Connect to External AV Device 4. Move to 'IP address', 'Subnet' and press "OK". The input box will be displayed and you can enter the number with the "Direction" or "Number" button. Finally, press "ENTER" for saving configurations. EN 6 5. Press "ENTER" to save configurations. Check the obtained IP address Press "INFO" on the Mode Selection screen and you can see the current obtained IP address from DHCP server. 6.3.4 Wireless Setup Refer to "2. Connect to PC via Network > 2.3 Wireless LAN Connection".
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.3.6 Folder Lock EN In this option you can select a private password – protected folder. Create a folder named “Private“ on the HDD. Go to “Folder Lock” and select “Private" Folder on. To change the password, select “Change Password”.
Connect to External AV Device 6.3.7 LED Setup EN It is possible to turn on or off a backlight LED of the arrow button on the front side. When the LED disturbs you in night, turn off the LED. 6 1. Turn on the Freecom MediaPlayer and press "SETUP" on the Mode Selection screen. 2. Move to the "LED" icon and press "OK". The setup box will be displayed under the icon menu. 3. Select "ON" or "OFF" and press "OK". 4. Press "SETUP" to save configurations. 6.3.
Freecom MediaPlayer BGM, Music Slide Show EN Make a 'music' folder (in a small letter, not in a capital letter) at the root directory of the built-in HDD and save the MP3 files in the folder. If the HDD is divided into two or more partitions, make a ‚music' folder in the first partition. 6 Now you can view photo files and listen to MP3's at the same time. This feature is only available if you have a Freecom MediaPlayer with a HDD built-in. Setup Procedure 1.
Connect to External AV Device 6.3.9 Language Setup EN It is possible to set a preferred language. This language will only be applied to OSD, not to subtitles. 6 6.3.10 Screen Ratio Setup This is a guide for setting the TV type. There are three options: 4:3 Letter Box, 4:3 Pan Scan or 16:9. Setup Procedure 1. Turn on the Freecom MediaPlayer and press "SETUP" on the Mode Selection screen. 2. Move to the "Scr. Rate" icon and press "OK". The setup box will be displayed under the icon menu. 3.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN 6 6.3.11 Auto Play Setup Auto Play means that the Freecom MediaPlayer plays the files continuously until it's stopped manually. This function can be turned on and off. Setup Procedure 1. Turn on the Freecom MediaPlayer and press "SETUP" on the Mode Selection screen. 2. Move to the "Auto Play" icon and press "OK". The setup box will be displayed under the icon menu. 3. Select "ON" or "OFF" and press "OK". 4. Press "SETUP" to save configurations.
Connect to External AV Device 6.3.12 NDAS Setup EN 1. Press "SETUP" on remote control for moving to setup screen. On that screen, select "NDAS" in setup screen. Choose "ON" or "OFF" to turn NDAS function on or off.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.3.13 Internet (How to setup the Internet) EN This is for how to connect Freecom MediaPlayer to the Internet. 1. After turn Freecom MediaPlayer on, press "SETUP" button and go to "SETUP" page. 6 2. Go to the 2nd page and select "Internet" icon and press "ENTER" button then you will get the above page. 3. By using arrow buttons, go to the bottom setup. By using arrow & number keys, set the configuration and press "ENTER" for saving of the configuration. 4.
Connect to External AV Device Check the Internet connection EN Go to “Connection test” to check your internet connection. 6 6.3.14 i-RADIO Refer to the below how to set up the "i-RADIO" on Freecom MediaPlayer. Note: You can use shoutcast, and your own playlists (.pls, .m3u). Playlists must be located in a folder called “i-RADIO” in the root directory of the HDD. How to setup 1. After turn Freecom MediaPlayer on, press "SETUP" button and go to "SETUP" page.
Freecom MediaPlayer 2. Select "i-RADIO" icon and press "ENTER" button then you will get the above page. EN 6 3. By using arrow buttons, go to the bottom setup. By using arrow & number keys, set the configuration and press "ENTER" for saving of the configuration. 4. Press "SETUP" button for the saving of the configuration Number of Server Shoutcast has plenty of server lists, so you can limit the server number list with this function.
Connect to External AV Device 2. It shows server lists saved in the "i-RADIO" folder at the root directory. Select a list and press "ENTER" button then it plays. EN 6 In case, select "Shoutcast" at the server list 1. It shows the live broadcasting server list. 2. After select a server, it shows the broadcasting lists and press "ENTER" button then it plays.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.3.15 Skin EN With skin function, you can make your own GUI (graphical user interface) of Freecom MediaPlayer. 6 Note: Save your own GUI or icon images in "skin1" folder at the root directory of Freecom MediaPlayer. How to setup 1. After turn Freecom MediaPlayer on, press "SETUP" button and go to "SETUP" page. 2. Select "Skin" icon and press "ENTER" button then you will get the page below. 3. By using arrow buttons, go to the bottom setup.
Connect to External AV Device How to setup EN 1. Make "skin1" folder and save "GUI" or "Images" in the folder at the root directory in a HDD of Freecom MediaPlayer. 6 2. At Setup page of skin, select "ON" of "Skin Support" and select "Skin folder". Press "SETUP" button for saving the configuration. 3. Now, you see the changed GUI. If you can not see the font, then change the font color. (Setup Page > Skin > Change Font Color).
Freecom MediaPlayer 4. As the above, it supports several font colors. EN 6 6.3.16 Others You can set up for sound effect and screensaver. How to setup 1. After turn Freecom MediaPlayer on, press "SETUP" button and go to "SETUP" page. 2. Select "etc." icon and press "ENTER" button then you will get the following page.
Connect to External AV Device 3. By using arrow buttons, go to the bottom setup. By using arrow & number keys, set the configuration and press "ENTER" for saving of the configuration. EN 4. Press "SETUP" button for the saving of the configuration. 6 6.3.17 Protocol 1. Turn Freecom Media Player on an press the “SETUP” button. 2. Move to the “Protocol” icon an press “OK”. 3. By using the arrow keys you can set the configuration. Press “SETUP” to save the configuration.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.3.18 FTP EN This option allows to run an FTP server on the Freecom Media Player. 1. Turn the Freecom Media Player on an press the “SETUP” button. 6 2. Move to the “FTP” icon and press “OK”. 3. By using the arrows key you can set the configuration. Press “SETUP” to save the configuration. Remark: The FTP server settings can only be changed when the FTP server is off.
Connect to External AV Device 6.4 How to Play (Remote Control) EN 6.4.1 Basic Screen Menu Mode Selection 6 The Mode Selection screen is the first screen that appears when the Freecom MediaPlayer is switched on. In this screen, you can select HDD (built-in), USB (external USB device), LAN (wired network), WIRELESS (wireless network). You can select one out of them. HDD: Built-in HDD, USB: external USB device, LAN: wired network, WIRELESS: wireless network.
Freecom MediaPlayer Wired & Wireless Network EN Following example is in case of a wired network or a wireless network. 1. In the Mode Selection screen select the 'LAN' or 'WIRELESS' icon and press "OK". 6 2. A list of all the PC's on the network is displayed. To access a PC on the network select that PC and press "OK" 3. The shared folder of the PC is displayed. Select a file and press "OK" to play that file. Refresh Network PC 88 To refresh the Network's PC list press "STOP".
Connect to External AV Device File Selection EN To play a file, select it and press "OK". 6 Function and Button Descriptions Remote Control MENU Function Descriptions Menu Icon Menu Icon is displayed including 'Play one, Play all and Play-list'. Press again for returning file selection screen. Navigation Key Navigation key PREV Move by page In case of two or more file list page, move to previous page. NEXT Move by page In case of two or more file list page, move to next page.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN ALL MEDIA All Media Mode All media files are displayed including movie, music and photo. 6 INFO - Current information of Player is displayed. TV OUT Video Out Signal When pressing this button, video output signal is changed repeatedly.(If you can not see normal screen, press this button repeatedly until returningnormal screen. Brt.CONT Control luminosity, color depth, brightness SETUP - When pressing this button, 3 modes switch.
Connect to External AV Device 6.4.2 Play Video Files EN Select a file and press "OK". 6 While viewing a file, you can press "MENU" to enter the 'Tool Box Menu'. This 'Tool Box' has a detailed play back function.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN Function and Button Descriptions 6 Remote Control MENU OK NEXT PREV Direction Direction SLOW Function Descriptions Tool Box Tool Box is displayed. For returning to playback, press again. Playback Play file. Pause Playback Next File Playback Previous File VOLUME + VOLUME Direction MUTE 92 Play mode must be "Play all" in order to use this function. Play the previous file after a current playback file. Play mode must be "Play all" in order to use this function.
Connect to External AV Device Move & Size It is possible to change subtitle size and location. arrow button changes size and arrow button changes location. After doing, press "OK". Subtitle Sync It is possible to set the subtitle sync. With (one second) (60 second) when motion and subtitle sync is not matched. Subtitle SUBTITLE Subtitle Select or Hide Subtitle Language Select BOOMARK AUDIO INFO Brt. CONT EN 6 The subtitle name same as video file is displayed on screen automatically.
Freecom MediaPlayer The DVD Manager function will not work if you can not find the 'VIDEO_TS.IFO' file among the ripped files from an original DVD title, DVD manager function will not work. EN 6 Move to the folder with the ripped DVD files. Select the 'VIDEO_TS.IFO' file and press "OK". Function and Button Descriptions Remote Control AUDIO SUBTITLE Scr.
Connect to External AV Device MENU Go to Menu SLOW Playback Slow Play slowly 1/2x, 1/4x, and 1/8x whenever pressing this button. Chapter, Title Set chapter, title repeat. REPEAT Move to main menu while playing DVD. A-B repeat TITLE Go to Title Menu ANGLE Angle INFO Show File Information Show the file information which is being played. In order tohide the information, press this button again. SEARCH Jump to Preferable Playback Time Move to a selected time of a file.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.4.4 Play Audio Files EN Select a file and press "OK". 6 While viewing a file, you can press "MENU" to enter the 'Tool Box Menu'. This 'Tool Box' has a detailed play back function.
Connect to External AV Device EN Function and Button Descriptions Remote Control MENU OK NEXT PREV SEARCH Function Tool Box Tool Box is displayed. For returning to playback, press again. Playback Play file. Pause Playback Next File Playback Whenever pressing this button, play speed is changed with 2x, 4x 8x, 16x, 32x in forward. Rewind Whenever pressing this button, play speed is changed with 8x, 16x, 32x in backward. INFO Brt. CONT Move to a selected time of a file.
Freecom MediaPlayer MP3 Subtitle EN It is possible to show MP3 subtitles if the MP3 file supports this feature. The MP3 file which supports subtitles is made in the 'driver caption editor' program, it doesn't support the LDB program. 6 While viewing a file, you can press "MENU" to enter the 'Tool Box Menu'. This 'Tool Box' has a detailed play back function. 6.4.5 Play Photo Files Select a file and press "OK". When pressing "MENU" while playing a file, "Tool Box Menu" is displayed.
Connect to External AV Device EN Function and Button Descriptions Remote Control Function Descriptions MENU Tool Box Tool Box is displayed. For returning to playback, press again. Playback Play file. OK NEXT PREV Pause Playback Next File Playback 6 When pressing while playing a file, pause the playback. For returning to playback, press again. Play a next file after a current playback file. Play mode must be in Play all in order to use this function.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.4.6 Make a Play List EN You can create a preferred play list. 6 The preferred play list will be erased after rebooting the Freecom MediaPlayer. 1. Select your preferred files with "SELECT" or "SELECT ALL". 2. Press "MENU" and select 'Play list'.
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Freecom MediaPlayer 6.4.7 Remote Control EN In this chapter the basic use of the remote control is described. For a more detailed description we refer to chapters '6.4.1 Basic Screen Menu', '6.4.2 Play Video files', '6.4.3 Play DVD files', '6.4.4 Play Audio files', '6.4.5 Play Photo files' and '6.4.6 Make a Play List'. 6 POWER: Turn On / Off TITLE: SUBTITLE: Scr. SIZE: ANGLE: REPEAT: A-B REPEAT: Brt.
Connect to External AV Device Insert/Change Battery EN 1. Pull the battery tray out of the remote control completely. 2. Put the enclosed battery on the tray. 6 3. Insert the tray into the remote control 6.4.8 USB Host How to eject the tray of external USB ODD (Optical Disk Drive)? Stop playback and press number "3" button in order to eject the tray of external USB ODD.
Freecom MediaPlayer 6.4.9 Others EN Change Background Image Change the Background Image on the Freecom MediaPlayer by selecting a picture file and saving it as 'mybg.jpg' in the root directory of the built-in HDD. 6 (An image of 720x480 pixels is recommended). Firmware Upgrade Download an upgrade file from a local distributor in your country or visit: www.freecom.com/support. Connect the Freecom MediaPlayer to a TV set and turn it on, select the upgrade file and press "OK".
Technical Specifications Chapter 7: Technical Specifications Product Name Freecom MediaPlayer Power 5V 1.5A /12V 1.5A Weight 564 g (without HDD & wireless antenna) Dimension 57 x 150 x 185 mm (without wireless antenna) Available OS USB Device Compatible: Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Mac OS X v10.3 higher EN 7 NDAS Compatible: Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Mac OS X USB Device Device Port x 1ea, 480Mbps USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 compatible) USB Host Host Port x 1ea, 480Mbps USB 2.0 (USB 1.
Freecom MediaPlayer EN Audio Output 7 106 STEREO L-R S/PDIF Digital Output (Coaxial/Optical ) Working Temperature 10˚C ~ 35˚C Working Humidity 10% ~ 50%
WARRANTY (valid in Europe/Turkey only) We thank you for purchasing this Freecom product and hope you will enjoy using it. In order to avoid unnecessary inconvenience on your part, we suggest reading the quick install guide, instruction manual and any additional electronic and or printed manuals. When problems occur we have a database with Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on our Freecom website (www.freecom.com), please check this site before you contact the helpdesk.
