Freecom 450 Bedienungsanleitung

Rev. 750

USER MANUAL

NETWORK MEDIAPLAYER 450 WLAN

EXTERNAL MULTIMEDIA HARD DRIVE / 3.5" / USB 2.0 / (W)LAN / AV

WIN & MAc

Freecom MediaPlayer

Dear customer,

Thank you for buying the Freecom MediaPlayer 450, 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.com

Warning !

purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.

This device was designed for home or office use.

Warning! This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class A. This equipment can

cause radio disturbances in a residential area. If this is the case, the user has to take ap-

propriate measures and assume all responsibility and costs for. It may not be used near

or with any life-sustaining systems.

Freecom Technologies is not liable for any damages that may occur from the use of a

keeping with technological advances.

Table of Contents

User manual

General Information ...........................................................................................................page 5

Warnings and Safety Instructions .................................................................................page 9

Product Overview................................................................................................................page 10

Chapter 1:

Use as External USB HDD ..................................................................................................page 12

Insert the Hard Disk (only Drive-In Kit)................................................................page 12

Connect the Freecom MediaPlayer to the PC ...................................................page 13

Format Built-in HDD via USB ..................................................................................page 13

Copy Data via USB ......................................................................................................page 20

Chapter 2:

Access PC via Network .......................................................................................................page 23

Connect LAN Cable ....................................................................................................page 23

Set Network Configurations ...................................................................................page 24

Wireless LAN Connection ........................................................................................page 24

Chapter 3:

Shared File Playback (Stream) .........................................................................................page 29

Windows 2000 .............................................................................................................page 29

Windows XP...................................................................................................................page 34

Windows Vista .............................................................................................................page 40

Freecom MediaPlayer

Chapter 4:

Freecom Network MediaPlayer for Mac ......................................................................page 45

USB 2.0 Mode ................................................................................................................page 45

Partitioning your Freecom MediaPlayer under Mac OS X............................page 45

FAQ Mac .........................................................................................................................page 46

Chapter 5:

Connect to External AV Device.......................................................................................page 48

Connect Video Cable ................................................................................................page 48

Connect Audio Cable .................................................................................................page 49

Basic Setup ....................................................................................................................page 50

How to Play (Remote Control) ...............................................................................page 71

Chapter 6:

Technical Specifications .................................................................................................... page 89

General Information

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.

• Wireless High Definition Multimedia Player

• The latest and powerful media decoding chip -Sigma Design EM8621 Chip

• Full HD file playback up to 1920 x 1080i

• IEEE 802.11g (54Mbps), 802.11b (11Mbps) wireless standard / 10/100Mbs wired LAN

• Wireless security - WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)

• Wireless Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc Mode

• Can also be used as external USB 2.0 hard drive

• Read from external USB Storage devices via USB Host port.

• DVD Manager - Playback of DVD File same as Original DVD title

• Video output - HDMI, Component, S-Video and Composite

• Audio output – Stereo, Digital Coaxial & Optical 5.1 ch. Sound, DTS down mix to

stereo

• Easy Firmware Upgrade

Package Content

• Freecom MediaPlayer

• Wireless Antenna

• Footstand

• Remote controller, pilas

• AV cable (composite + stereo cable)

• USB cable (for connecting to PC)

• Power adapter

• CD with user and safety manual

• Quick Install Guide

General Information

Freecom MediaPlayer

* USB 2.0 is downwards compatible to USB 1.1. To achieve optimal performance from the Freecom

MediaPlayer your PC should be equipped with an USB 2.0 port.

Minimum System Requirements

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")

• For playback on TV, a TV with PAL or NTSC system is required.

• Support HDD: Compatible with a standard 3.5" SATA Hard Drive

• Internet connection for online warranty registration, software updates and down-

loads

• Operating system: Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista

Mac:

• PowerPC G3/G4/G5, Power Book G3/G4 or Intel Mac

• 256 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")

• For playback on TV, a TV with PAL or NTSC system is required.

• Support HDD: Compatible with a standard 3.5" SATA Hard Drive

• Internet connection for online warranty registration, software updates and down-

loads

• Operating system: Mac OS X v10.3 or higher

Precautions

Please read the following in this manual carefully for proper use.

• 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. Please note that possible errors

in the media file or use of unrecognized characters may result in improper playback.

Cautions for USB Device

• Connect the power adapter as well when you connect Freecom MediaPlayer to a PC.

• Do not connect the Freecom MediaPlayer with a USB cable of more than 3 metres

long. Doing so may result in low transfer speeds and/or bad connection.

• We recommend you to use the supplied USB cable by our company.

• If you connect this device to USB 1.1 Host Adapter, the speed is USB 1.1 (Max. 12 Mbps),

so we recommend you to connect to USB 2.0 for full speed of max. 480 Mbps.

Cautions for USB Host

• Not all USB devices may be supported by the USB Host port. Please check the com-

patibility before use or purchase.

Cautions when inserting a HDD

• Only 3.5" SATA type HDD can be used.

• We recommend you to use more than 6 GB HDD. In case you use a harddrive with

less than 6 GB, it may cause data loss.

Cautions when using Network connection

• When the Freecom MediaPlayer is connected to a PC using the Windows file sharing

option, be sure to use the Windows Network sharing function.

• The sharing function may not be functioning properly as a result of errors in Windows

or the user's computer environment. Freecom can not be held responsible for this.

• Dependingonuser'snetworkperformanceandcomputerenvironment,datatransfer

through network may have intermittent data cut-offs.

• Depending on user's wireless network performance and computer environment,

data transfer through wireless network may have intermittent data cut-offs.

General Information

Freecom MediaPlayer

Cautions for possibility of causing Radio Waves to cross

• 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

• Westronglyrecommendyoutomakeadatabackuptoanothersafemedium.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. It may cause critical damage to the hard drive.

Do not insert materials

• Do not insert any material in the Freecom MediaPlayer. This may cause a defect or

malfunction of the device.

Do not disassemble or modify

•Do not disassemble or modify the Freecom MediaPlayer.

Do not stack

• Do not place materials, devices or anything else on the Freecom MediaPlayer.

Cautions for exposure to water,moisture, etc

• Don't expose Freecom MediaPlayer to oil, water, dust, moisture or rain and wind.

Turn off the Freecom MediaPlayer immediately if exposed to any moist substance

or water.

• Do not expose the Freecom MediaPlayer to heat, keep away from heated areas. Place

the Freecom MediaPlayer in well ventilated places.

Cautions for magnetic materials

• Keep all magnetic devices away from the Freecom MediaPlayer. Magnets or magnetic

devices like speakers may erase or cause damage to data stored on the hard disk.

Warnings and Safety Instructions

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 fol-

lowing precautions. If these are not followed, you may void your warranty and damage

the Freecom MediaPlayer.

• Safely remove the Freecom MediaPlayer via your operating system - the "unplug or

eject hardware" option in the Windows taskbar - before disconnecting the USB cable

or power cable and before switching off the device. Failing to do so may result in

data loss.

• Do not disconnect the Freecom MediaPlayer from the PC during file transfer. This

may result in data loss and an error to the Freecom MediaPlayer. If this occurs, please

run the ScanDisk utility.

• Do not drop the Freecom MediaPlayer or expose it to other kinds of sudden mechani-

cal shocks as this may result in data loss and damage to the hard drive.

• Do not use the Freecom MediaPlayer when the ambient temperature is below 10°C

or above 35°C.

• If the Freecom MediaPlayer is moved from a cool environment to a warmer envi-

ronment, please allow the drive to acclimatize to the ambient temperature before

operating the device. Failing to do so may lead to condensation within the drive

enclosure, which in turn may cause the drive to malfunction.

• Do not place liquids or drinks on the Freecom MediaPlayer. When liquids are spilled

and get in contact with the electronics within the drive enclosure, it will damage the

drive and will cause the drive to malfunction.

• DonotusetheFreecomMediaPlayerinadustyenvironment.Dustinsidetheenclosure

may damage the internal electronics and result in drive malfunction.

• Do not use the Freecom MediaPlayer near magnetic fields.

• The Freecom MediaPlayer may generate heat when used for a longer period of

time.

Furthermore, warranty does not apply to:

• Damages or problems resulting from misuse, abuse, accident, alteration or incorrect

electrical current or voltage.

• Any product tampered with or with a damaged warranty seal

• Any product without a warranty or serial number label.

• Batteries and any consumable items delivered with or in the equipment.

Warnings and Safety Instructions

Freecom MediaPlayer

Product Overview

1. Front View

All basic operation functions can be done with the buttons on the device without use

of the remote control.

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. IR IR receiving area for remote signals

7. PWR Power LED

8. NET Network LED

9. HDD HDD LED

1. Enter

3. Power

4. Play / Pause

5. Stop / Init

6. IR

8. NET

7. PWR

9. HDD

2. Navigation key

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