V888N DVD Player Instruction Manual DVD/VCD/SVCD/CD-DA/CDI-FMV/MP3/CD/CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R compatible Read this manual before installation and use
Contents Page Table of Contents -1- Warning -3- General Information Caring for Discs DVD Regional Codes DVD and Other Disc Features -4- Getting Started Package Contents Remote Control Battery Installation -6- Panel Descriptions Front Panel Rear Panel Remote Control -7- -9- System Connections TV Connections CVBS S-Video SCART (European version only) Component video (Pr/Pb/Y) High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) Audio System Connections Amplifier with two-channel analog stereo or Dolby Sur
Sound Output Setup - 28 - DVD Setup Menu Video CD playback control (PBC) Parental control (DVD only) TV Type (Screen Format) Change Password Playing Discs - 33 - Playing Media Discs (DVD player site operation menu) - 34 - Install Momitsu Media Center Software - 35 - Configure Your Momitsu Media Center General Preferences - 40 - 41 - Movie Preferences - 42 - Music Preferences - 44 - Add Window Media Player’s Playlists in myiHome Add WinAMP ’s Playlists in myiHome - 45 - 47 - Add Radio Playlis
Warning TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRES AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, do not remove the cover of this product. Refer all maintenance requests to authorized personnel only. This lighting flash arrow symbol in a triangle alerts users to the presence of non-insulated high voltage within the product's enclosure that present an electrical shock hazard.
General Information This unit plays the following types of discs: DVD (single or double sided, single or double layer) VCD (versions 1.0/1.1/2.0) SVCD CD-DA CDI-FMV MP3 AUDIO CD CD-R CD-RW DVD-R Caring for Discs Videodiscs contain high-density compressed data and require care when handling. Hold the disc by the edges, and/or the hole in the center. Do not touch the disc surface. Do not bend or scratch the disc. Do not expose it to direct heat sources, such as sunlight.
DVD and Other Disc Features Some DVD-V888N features rely on DVD software. Make sure that desired software features are available and enabled on the disc, follow the on-screen menu to access these features. Disc types DVD VCD SVCD/CVD CD LD Recording method Digital MPEG-2 Digital MPEG-1 Digital MPEG-2 Digital Analog Capacity Single-layer Single-sided 4.7GB =2hr 650MB 650MB 650MB Single-sided 74 min 45 min 74 min 1 hour Single-layer Double-sided 8.
Getting Started 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Read through this instruction manual. Unpack the unit. Load batteries into the remote control. Connect the DVD-V888N to your audio/video system properly. Plug the DVD-V888N (and other connected A/V devices) into an electrical outlet and turn power on. 6. Verify your DVD-V888N/TV/amplifier settings for audio and video. 7. Install Media Center server software in your PC.
Panel Descriptions Front Panel VFD Display Disc Door LAN Link LED Open / Close Play Pause PREV NEXT STOP USB 2.0 (For Card reader, HDD) Main Power Switch Rear Panel Composite Video Output (CVBS) Analog Audio 5.
Remote Control 1. Eject Open/Close 26. Power On/Off 2. F.B Slow 3. Play 4. F.B W D 5. Pause 6. Prev 7. Stop 8. UP/Page UP 9. Movie 27. F.F Slow 28. F.F W D 29. Next 30. Music 10. Return 31. Refresh 11. Photo 32. Internet 12. AV In 13. Page Down 14. Video Out 33. SEARCH 34. Zoom 15. Enter 16. 4:3/16:9 35. MUTE 17. Volume 36. ADJ 18. Number Key 19. +10 Caps/Num 37. Clear/Back 20. Home 21. User 22. Angle 23. Menu 24. DVD Off 25. Information 38. Repeat A-B-ALL 39. SETUP 40. Title 41.
System Connections Caution: Do NOT connect the AC power cord to outlet before completing system connections. There are number of ways to connect the DVD-V888N to the AV system, depending on the type of TV and other components in the AV system. No matter which method you use, make sure set the TV to the correct video input type and channel (if required). Refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, stereo system, and other devices. Make necessary change before connecting system.
S-Video The standard package does NOT include an S-Video (Y/C) cable. 1. Connect the Y/C S-Video Out jack on the DVD-V888N to the S-Video In jack on the TV using an S-Video cable (A) 2. Use the red and white cables to connect the Audio Out jacks of the DVDV888N to the Audio In jacks on the TV (use the red cable for the right audio signal (B), white for the left audio signal (C)). A B C Composite/S-video/Component/SCART (European version only) Inputs The standard package does NOT include a Scart cable.
Component video (Pr/Pb/Y) DVD discs consist of film- and video-based content. Progressive scan (Pr/Pb/Y) provides a flicker-free image with the most significant effects on film-based sources. To enjoy the full quality potential offer by this Progressive Scan DVD Video player, a Progressive TV is required. Progressive scan conversion is capable of 3:2 pull down for film-based content.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) digital video ANALOG TV HDMI output Support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) HDCP Copy Protection: A built-in Pass/Fail test uses HDCP authentication protocol to check a display's compliance.
Audio System Connections Amplifier with two-channel analog stereo or Dolby Surround To connect the DVD-V888N to your analog stereo or Dolby Surround audio system: 1. First, connect the DVD-V888N to the S Video, composite video, component (Pr/Pb/Y) video, Scart, or HDMI digital input of the TV. 2. Connect the DVD-V888N Audio Out jacks to the Audio In jacks on your stereo amplifier (use the red cable for the right audio signal (B), and white for the left audio signal (C)). Analog 5.
Amplifier with two channel digital stereo (PCM) or A/V receiver with multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital/MPEG-2/DTS) The digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. It requires a multichannel A/V receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by the DVD-V888N (MPEG-2, Dolby Digital and DTS). Check the receiver manual and the logos on the front of the receiver for compatibility with these formats.
Network Connections How to connect the Ethernet (1) Using Ethernet connection 1. Connect DVD-V888N to your PC/Laptop with network cables. 2. If connect through a network hub or a switch, please use a regular Ethernet cable. 3. If connect direct to your PC, please use a cross-over Ethernet cable.
Using USB Devices How to connect USB storage devices (1) USB thumb drive (Optional) 1. Connect USB thumb drive/HDD/memory adapter to DVD-V888N USB port. 2. Navigate to the file you want to play. *Please note DVD-V888N is using USB 2.0.
How to Access myiHome Simple steps on how to access your myiHome *myiHome = My Internet Home, PC installed Momitsu Media Center software 1. When DVD-V888N powers on, it will detect and list all available PCs, installed Momitsu Media Center software (MMC) in the network. 2. Click on the respective buttons to perform its function, i.e. add, edit, or delete. 3. The cause of inactive myiHome could be either MMC is not running or PC is shutdown.
How to add myiHome Simple steps on how to add a new myiHome 1. To add, click “Add” button at main page. Add myiHome page will appear. 2. Enter your corresponding computer name (myiHome name) and IP address. 3. Click “save” when done.
How to edit myiHome Simple steps on how to edit your myiHome 1. To begin Edit myiHome, click “Edit” button on the myiHome main page. 2. Choose the myiHome that you want to edit.
How to edit myiHome (continue) Simple steps on how to edit your myiHome 1. Once chosen, the selected myiHome’s Name and IP will be displayed. 2. User can edit the IP address for myiHome. 3. Type in your PC IP address: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx:8000 (Default port is 8000) 4. Click “save” when done.
How to delete myiHome Simple steps on how to delete your myiHome 1. To go to delete myiHome page, click “delete” button at main page. 2. To delete, check the myiHome box that you want to delete. 3. Click “delete” when done, and the selected myiHome will be deleted.
Configuring your V888N DVD Player Simple steps on how to configure your V888N 1. Press the ” Setup “ button on remote directly to setup page OR press “Shift+Setup" on keyboard to go directly to setup page. 2. You are now in the Options menu of the setup page. 3. Customize the browser according to your preference. Click “Save” when done.
IP Configure page setup Simple steps on how to configure your IP 1. Navigate to IP Config menu and press Enter to be in the IP Configuration setup page. 2. User can choose to configure in manual or automatic mode. In Manual mode, fill in all the fields listed in the IP Config setup page and press “Save”. 3. In Automatic mode, user must ensure that the network is also set to obtain IP automatic. 4. When finished, press the “Save” button on the screen.
WIFI Setup Simple steps on how to setup your WIFI 1. Navigate to WIFI Setup menu and press Enter to be in the WIFI setup page. 2. Make sure the following fields are exactly the same as the setting at your existing wireless network (setting at your Access Point). 3. Press the “Save” button to save your latest setting. The system will then reboot using the new setting. Press the “Cancel” button to discard unsaved changes. 4.
Time setup Simple steps on how to setup the time page 1. Navigate to Time Setup menu and press Enter to be in the Time setup page. 2. Fill in the fields listed in the Time Setup page and choose the time zone your country is in. 3. When finished, press the “Save” button on the screen.
Update ROM Update your V888N firmware. 1. Navigate to Update ROM icon and press Enter to be in the Update ROM page. 2. Check Firmware Update links to http://www.momitsu.com. Click this link to check for the latest firmware updates.
TV System/Video Output Setup The DVD-V888N can be set to output either a PAL or NTSC signal. Select the TV output option that matches the video signal of your TV. If your TV is NOT multi-system, the following symptoms may indicate that the incorrect output setting has been selected for the DVD-V888N: 1. Picture is distorted. 2. Picture is black and white only. 3. Picture is not full screen, or part of the border is not visible.
Audio Output Setup The DVD-V888N is equipped with the following audio outputs: 1. AC-3/DTS digital output (optical and coaxial) 2. Mix audio output – Left & Right 3. Scart output (European version only) For AC-3 surround output, connect the DVD-V888N digital output (optical or coaxial) to an amplifier with a built-in AC-3 decoder.
DVD Setup Menu Video CD playback control (PBC) Some Video CDs incorporate features such as content navigation through on-screen menus. To enable these features, turn on the VCD PBC option in the Initial Setup menu. 1. Press Setup to display the Setup menu. 2. Press ▼ twice for the Initial Settings option. 3. Press Enter to select the VCD PBC option. 4. Press ► to select ON or OFF. 5. Press to confirm.
Parental control (DVD only) DVD movies may contain scenes unsuitable for viewing by children. Such discs may contain “Parental Control” information that applies to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. Scenes are rated from 1 to 8; the ratings are country dependent. Alternative scenes with different ratings may be available on the disc.
TV Type (Screen Format) The DVD-V888N provides three possible TV output formats: 1. 4:3 Letterbox 2. 4:3 Pan and scan 3. 16:9 Widescreen The following image shows the effects of the TV screen format settings, depending on the actual type of video being delivered to the TV. To choose between these formats: 1. Press Setup to display the Setup menu. 2. Press ▼ twice for the Initial Settings option. 3. Press ► once and then ▼ twice for the TV Type option. 4.
Change Password 1. Press Setup to display the Setup menu. 2. Press ▼ twice for the Initial Settings option. 3. Press ► once and then ▼ five times for the Change Password option. 4. Press button go to the Set password.
Playing Discs Power On Activate the DVD-V888N using the main power switch on the front panel, and turn on the TV set and amplifier (if connected). DVD and System Settings Select the proper DVD-V888N, TV, and amplifier settings (AV1, AV2, S video, etc.) to display DVD output. The DVD Player power-on screen will appear on the screen when the correct settings are selected. Disc Loading Press the Eject button on the front panel (or remote control) to open the disc tray.
Playing Media Discs (DVD player site operation menu) This menu controls video, music, photo, and internet options. Main Menu When an ISO disc is placed in the DVD-V888N, the following screen appears: Choose the disc format that matches the disc placed in the DVD-V888N. This menu only appears for ISO discs, such as audio MP3, DIVX MPEG-4 (video and audio), and JPEG photo/picture disks. Standard audio discs, VCDs, and DVDs generally play automatically. Press ▲ and ▼ to choose a category.
Install Momitsu Media Center Software Momitsu Media Center (MMC) is media server software. It provides media services for DVD-V888N. Please install MMC before using Momitsu Media Center function. This software controls audio, video, music, and Internet. MMC Icon When you put V888N software CD in your PC, the following icon screen appears: Double click the mmcpc-v10.exe file and start to install. Select MMC Languages There are English and Germany for MMC program.
MMC Setup Wizard MMC Setup Wizard will help you to install and modify the options. Click “Next”. MMC License Agreement Select “I accept the agreement” and click “Next”.
MMC Information Click “Next”. MMC Program Folder You can change the program destination folder or leave it as default. Click “Next”.
Select Start Menu Folder Click “Next”. MMC setup Click “Next”.
Ready to Install MMC Review all the information and click “Install”. Completing MMC setup Click “Finish”.
Configure Your Momitsu Media Center To change MMC preferences, please use the management program. MMC Icon and System Tray Icon Click MMC icon and MMC system tray icon in order to bring up setup screen. MMC Main Menu This menu only appears in MMC mode. Please choose a category to play, such as movie, music, photo and Internet. Click “Edit” then click “Preferences”.
System Preferences Click “Edit” then click “Preferences”. System This screen provides system information. You can define MMC server TCP-IP ports for Internet Services (Default port: 8000). Security Click “Security” then type in your own password. Click “Save” to save your password.
Video Preferences Click “Movie”. Video Library You can change your own Movie Library folder location by clicking “Browse” button. Watch Folder You can add/remove multiple folders for your video files. Click “+“ button for adding and “–“ for removing.
After setup, you can double check video option in MMC operation menu.
Music Preferences Click “Music“. Music Library You can use your won folder location by changing Music Library. Click “Browse”. Watch Folder You can add multiple folders for your music files. Click “+” button to add folders and “– “ to remove.
Add Window Media Player & WinAMP’s Playlists in myiHome 1. myiHome now supports Playlists created in Windows Media Player (WMP) and WinAMP. 2. The playlist file formats that myiHome currently supports are .wpl (WMP), .asx (WMP), .m3u (WMP & WinAMP) and .b4s (WinAMP). How to Create My Playlists in WMP 8 for myiHome 1. Create a new playlist by clicking the New playlist button. Type a name for playlist, such as “Test” and press “Enter”. 2. Drag and drop your music files into the new Test playlist.
How to Create My Playlists in WMP 9 for myiHome 1. Create a new playlist by clicking the “Playlists” button. Enter name for new playlist such as “TEST2” and press OK. “TEST2” will then be created in WMP9 My Playlists folder. 2. Drag and drop your music files into the new “TEST2” playlist. 3. To save the “TEST2” playlist, go to File, select “Save Playlist As...” and save “TEST2” playlist in one of the 3 Windows Media Playlists file format. 4. Start myiHome player and choose Music.
How to Create My Playlists in WinAMP for myiHome 1. Create a new playlist by clicking the “Playlists” button. A playlist name is automatically created. 2. To rename the new playlist, right-click the playlist and select “Rename playlist”. Type in a new name for playlist such as “TEST3” and press “Enter”. “TEST3” will then be created in the Playlist Editor. 3. You can now add music files to the new “TEST3” playlist. 4. To save the “TEST3” playlist, click the Playlist button again and select “Save playlist as.
Add Radio Playlist in myiHome 1. myiHome also supports Radio Playlists files that are downloaded from internet, such as www.shoutcast.com. 2. To start, download the *.pls files from www.shoutcast.com. 3. Click the “Tune In!” icon and save the *.pls files into your Music library. 4. Start myiHome Player and choose Music channel, the *.pls files will be shown on TV screen. 5. If myiHome is already setup and running, refresh the Music page to automatically update the media files in Music library. 6.
Photo Preferences Click “Photo”. Photo Library You can use your own folder location by changing Photo Library. Click “Browse” to change the folder location. Photo Folders Under Video folder, you can setup music playing options.
General Preferences Click “General”. Appearance You can select your language. Currently English and Germany are available. Service Click “Service”. Select Music Play List You can select a Music Play list and use V888N to access over the network.
Connect V888N to Momitsu Media Center If the DVD-V888N is properly connected to your system and the system is turned on, there will be a menu appear on your TV. This menu controls important audio, movie, music, and Internet setting options. MMC Main Menu When DVD-V888N connects to a PC, the following screen appears: This menu only appears when DVD-V888N connects to your PC with MMC software enabled. Please choose a category to play, such as movie, music, photo and Internet.
MMC Movie Mode When you select Movie in MMC, the following screen appears: This menu only appears in MMC movie mode. Please choose a file to play. Press ▲ and ▼ to choose a category. Press to confirm your selection. When the content menu appears, available commands will appear on the screen. Use these commands to navigate through and play disc content. When video or image content is playing, press stop button will usually bring you back to the contents menu screen.
MMC Music Mode When you select Music in MMC, the following screen appears: This menu only appears in MMC music mode. Please choose a file to play. Press ▲ and ▼ to choose a category. Press to confirm your selection. When the content menu appears, available commands will appear on the screen. Use these commands to navigate through and play disc content. When video or image content is playing, press stop button will usually bring you back to the contents menu screen.
MMC Photo Mode When you select Photo in MMC, the following screen appears: This menu only appears in MMC photo mode. Please choose a file to play. Press ▲ and ▼ to choose a category. Press to confirm your selection. When the content menu appears, available commands will appear on the screen. Use these commands to navigate through and play disc content. When video or image content is playing, press stop button will usually bring you back to the contents menu screen.
MMC Services Mode When you select Services in MMC, the following screen appears: This menu only appears in MMC Internet mode. Please choose a file to play. Press ▲ and ▼ to choose a category. Press to confirm your selection. When the content menu appears, available commands will appear on the screen. Use these commands to navigate through and play disc content. When video or image content is playing, press stop button will usually bring you back to the contents menu screen.
Troubleshooting The following are a list of difficulties you may experience when using the DVD-V888N. Attempt the most common solutions provided below before calling for customer service. General Issues Symptom Possible solutions No power Verify that the power cord is firmly plugged into a working electrical outlet. Verify that the DVD-V888N main power switch is turned on. DVD-V888N does not respond to the remote control Aim the remote control directly at the front panel sensor.
Video Issues No picture Verify that the TV is turned on and set to the correct video mode/format. Verify that the system connections are secure. Plug in all connections firmly, and check for damaged cables. Verify that the disc is undamaged and in the player. Your disc may be defective; try a different disc. Completely distorted picture or no color with menu If the picture is completely distorted or if the picture rolls vertically, make sure the DVD-V888N’s NTSC/PAL setting matches the TV’s video signal.
A: The myiHome is able to play video files of the following format: 3.1.1 MPEG 1 VCD format (1150Kbps CBR) (.mpg, .mpe, .mpeg, .dat, .m1v) 3.1.2 MPEG 2 up to 9.5Mbps (.mpg, .mpe, .mpeg, .m2v, .vob) 3.1.3 MPEG 4 (DivX4/5, XviD,WMV9, RMP4) (.avi, .divx, .xvid, .rmp4, .mov, .mp4,wmv) AVI audio codec: MP3, AC3, PCM, WMA, Ogg MOV: 3ivX + MP3, 3ivX + PCM, 3ivX + AAC (3ivX converted from supported MPEG 4 video codec using Dr.
7. Check that you are signed in If your computer is running on Windows XP, make sure you have signed in. 8. Check IP address of your computer If your computer running myiHome is not seen in V888N, you can always manually add in the IP address of that particular computer to access your digital content. You can do so in your main Login page of V888N and click on "add". This will lead you to further menu to add in the computer's name and its IP address. You can refer this in V888N User Guide page 18.
3. Check for Photo files It is possible to publish folders set in your myiHome preferences that have no video, music or photos by accident. Make sure that the folder you are setting to contains photo. You can check this in your myiHome application installed in your computer by selecting "photo" and the respective folder you wish to publish from. If there are photos available, you should see thumbnails of the photos on the right pane.
Remove unknown files. Non-supported file format although may not be seen in myiHome will still be processed through to filter all these out which may slow down during browsing. 3. Change performance settings Try adjusting your computer that is running myiHome application to optimal level. This is to enhance the performance of your computer while serving the published content to V888N. * For further information, please check our website: hyttp://www.momitsu.
Specifications Model Name Support Media Support Video Format Support Audio Format TV System Audio System Audio DAC Video D/A Converter Maximum HDMI Resolutions Video Output Terminals Audio Output Terminals Network Terminals Support Format via Ethernet DVD-V888N (sliver color) Compatible with DVD, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, VCD, SVCD, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, CDI-digital, MP3 ISO, MP4 ISO MPEG1, MPEG2 , MPEG4(AVI), JPEG (JPG) MPEG 1, LAYER 1, LAYER 2 , MPEG3 NTSC/PAL (or PAL-M for Brazil) TV System selectab
- MOV : 3ivX + MP3, 3ivX + PCM, 3ivX + AAC (3ivX converted from supported MPEG 4 video codec using Dr. DivX II for MAC OS) - MP4 : MP4V + MP4A (AAC) (only support non-hinted MP4) • Audio-on-demand supporting - MPEG I Layer 1 (MP1) (.mp1, .mpa) - MPEG I Layer 2 (MP2) (.mp2) - MPEG I Layer 3 (MP3) (.mp3) - Ogg Vorbis (OGG) (.ogg) - AC3 5.1 (AC3) (.ac3) - Microsoft PCM Wave (WAV) (.wav) - Advanced Audio Coding (AAC, ADIF, ADTS) (.aac) - Apple MPEG4 AAC Audio (M4A) (.
Media Format Specifications Digital TV (DTV) Digital TV is a broadcast video and audio standard that uses digital signals. It provides significant advantages and improvements over conventional analog technology. There are two versions of DTV: standard (SDTV) and high definition (HDTV). SDTV allows stations to broadcast multiple programs within the same bandwidth.
