Argosy HV359 User manual
User Manual
V 1.4
CONTENTS
Introduction .............................................................................1
Features ................................................................................................1
System Requirements .............................................................................1
The Remote Control..................................................................2
Using the Remote Control for the First Time.............................................2
Changing the Battery of the Remote Control ............................................2
Buttons..................................................................................................3
Parts and Functions ..................................................................4
Quick Start...............................................................................5
PC Connection..........................................................................6
OS Support ............................................................................................6
Connecting via USB ................................................................................6
Transferring Files on a USB Connection....................................................6
Disconnecting from USB..........................................................................6
Installing Software..................................................................................7
Installing Firmware.................................................................................7
Using the Utility Programs.......................................................................7
Formatting the Internal HDD ...................................................................9
Network Connection................................................................ 10
Connecting Wired Ethernet ................................................................... 10
Connecting Wireless ............................................................................. 10
Connecting to this device from a Networked Computer ........................... 11
TV Connection........................................................................13
Connecting to AV Equipments ............................................................... 13
Using the AV Playback Function ...............................................16
Browsing Media Files ............................................................................ 16
AV Input & Schedule............................................................................. 19
Setup ....................................................................................21
Language............................................................................................. 21
Audio................................................................................................... 21
Video ................................................................................................... 21
REC ..................................................................................................... 22
Network............................................................................................... 22
System ................................................................................................ 23
MISC ................................................................................................... 23
Appendix ...............................................................................25
Specifications ....................................................................................... 25
Error Message ...................................................................................... 26
Copyright ............................................................................................. 26
Introduction
1
Introduction
Features
Plays back DVD Folder, MPEG1, MPEG2, DivX/Xvid (AVI) movie files, MP3, WAV music
files, JPEG photo and graphic files.
Supports NTFS file system.
Supports both NTSC and PAL TV systems.
Supports 1080i video output.
Supports HDMI and component video output.
Supports Music Slideshow
Supports AV recording and scheduled recording.
Supports external USB storage media playback.
Supports playback via SAMBA Ethernet protocol.
Supports USB wireless dongle.
Supports Transcode utility for extended codec support of Ethernet playback.
System Requirements
A desktop or notebook PC with Ethernet port
Available USB connection
350 MHz Pentium class processor or higher
Operating systems: Microsoft®Windows®Vista/ XP SP2
The Remote Control
2
The Remote Control
Using the Remote Control for the First Time
For the first time use of the remote control, pull out the tab to
enable the battery power of the remote control.
Changing the Battery of the Remote Control
If the battery becomes depleted, change the battery according to the following instructions:
Take out the battery holder
Turn the remote control on its back, and then press the tab
on the left side with fingernailn. Hold and pull at the
indentationoto take out the battery unit.
Load the new battery
(+ towards up)
The battery model of this remote control is CR2025. Refer to
the illustration to insert the battery accurately with the
positive terminal facing up – see illustration below.
Insert the battery holder
Place the new battery and make sure it is inserted and seated
securely.
Note:
•This device must be activated before it will respond to commands from the
remote control.
•When using the remote control, point the remote control towards the front
of this device.
•The icon will appear on the screen when a button of non-available
operation is pressed.
The Remote Control
3
Buttons
○
1STANDBY: Activate this device / Return to Standby
○
2TV SYS Switch output TV system
○
3SETUP: Enter Setup Menu
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4SOURCE: Switch among HDD/USB/Network/
AV-IN/Schedule
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5AUDIO: Switch audio tracks in a movie
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6SUBTITLE: Switch DVD subtitles; DivX sub On/Off.
○
7ANGLE: Switch DVD angles
○
8ZOOM: Enlarge image
○
9RETURN: Return to parental folder
○
10 SLOW: Slow motion playback
○
11 REC: Start recording/ repeat press for record
length setup
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12 DELETE: Delete files (in browsing mode only)
○
13 : Cursor buttons
○
14 ENTER: Play/Pause the current selected file or
folder
○
15 HOME: Return to Home Menu
○
16 MENU: Display DVD menu
Show menu dialogue box (in browsing mode only)
○
17 STOP: Stop current playback
○
18 /: Fast rewind / Fast forward
○
19 /: Play the previous / next file
Previous page / next page (in browsing mode only)
○
20 0~9: Number pad
○
21 DISPLAY: Display file properties / played time
○
22 GOTO: Jump to a specific point on a title in playback
○
23 A-B: Repeat from A to B
○
24 REPEAT: Change the repeat mode
○
25 /: Volume up / Volume down
Parts and Functions
4
Parts and Functions
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1Remote LED: (Orange) Blinking: Received a remote control signal.
Triplet blinking: HDD error/ First time firmware installation/ Forbidden
operation
On: Recording in progress.
○
2Power LED:
(Blue)
Off: Standing by.
On: Activated.
On with 2 blinks every 5 seconds: Scheduled recording standing by.
Fast blinking: Booting up/ Accessing data through PC connection.
○
3Power switch: Press and hold this button for about 3 seconds to turn off this device.
○
4USB type A connector: Connect the USB mass storage devices/ USB wireless dongle with this
device using a USB cable.
○
5USB connector: Reserved
○
6HDMI connector: Outputs digital video/audio signals with a HDMI cable. (cable not
provided)
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7RJ45 connector: Connect this device to Local Area Network (LAN) using a RJ45 cable.
(cable not provided)
○
8USB type B connector: Connecting this device with a PC using a USB cable.
○
9Power connector: Connect to the AC adapter. (DC 12V, 2A)
○
10 Component video
output connector:
Output component video signals.
The colors of the jacks are green, blue and red. (cable not provided)
○
11 Composite audio/video
output connector:
Output composite video/audio signals.
The colors of the jacks are yellow, red and white.
○
12 Composite audio/video
input connector:
Input composite video/audio signals.
The colors of the jacks are yellow, red and white.
○
13 Coaxial digital audio
connector:
Output S/PDIF digital audio signal. Connect this jack to an AV receiver
with a RCA cable. (cable not provided)
Quick Start
5
Quick Start
Read before use.
1. Do not operate electronics with wet hands.
2. Do not operate this device in a bathroom or near water.
3. Do not bend cables in a sharp angle.
4. Keep this device and cables out of reach of children.
5. Keep this device and its accessories away from heat sources.
How do I use this device?
This device plays media contents stored in its internal HDD, in an external USB storage
connected to it, or on a server via SAMBA Ethernet protocol. In the Home Menu, select the
medium you want to browse and press the ENTER button to start playback. It is also
able to record AV signal by pressing the REC button, or to setup a scheduled recording
task in the Schedule of the Home Menu.
How do I copy media files into it?
1. Connect the AC adapter to this device.
2. Connect this device to your computer with the USB cable.
3. Copy files just like using a USB external HDD. You can do it with Windows Explorer or Mac
OS Finder. (No additional software is needed!)
4. Disconnect this device from your computer using safe remove procedure of your OS.
How do I play media files on my TV?
1. Connect this device to your TV with correct cables.
2. Plug the AC adapter into the Power Connector.
3. Press the STANDBY button on the remote control to activate this device.
4. Browse with the buttons and the ENTER button.
What if my TV screen displays unstable image?
Press the TV SYS button repeatedly until the image goes steady.
What if my USB wireless dongle does not work?
This device works with certified USB wireless dongles only. Please consult your local
distributor to purchase a certified USB wireless dongle. Please refer to Connecting
Wireless for more information. (page 10)
How to configure settings?
Press the SETUP button.
What if I have more questions to ask?
Please read detailed descriptions in this manual.
PC Connection
6
PC Connection
OS Support
This device supports Microsoft®Windows®Vista/ XP SP2.
Some USB 2.0 Host Controllers may require updated device driver files to operate
properly. If you have problems with your USB connection, visit the Windows Update web
site to make sure you have the latest Service Packs and device drivers installed on your
PC before contacting technical support.
Connecting via USB
1. Connect the plug of AC adapter to the connector marked “DC IN”, plug the other end into
an electric outlet.
Note:
When connecting the USB cable, be sure that the blue LED is off.
2. Connect the USB cable to the USB type B connector. Then connect the other end to
computer’s USB port.
3. The computer will detect this device and you can start accessing the drive.
Note:
Always remove USB cable before activating this device.
Transferring Files on a USB Connection
Copy files into the internal HDD of this device just like using a USB external HDD. You can do
it with Windows Explorer, Mac OS Finder, or any other applications appropriate for this job in
your specific OS.
Always check that files have been copied to the device successfully. Always keep two
copies of important files (an original and a backup). We are not liable for data loss or
damage during file transfer or while store on the device.
Disconnecting from USB
In Windows:
1. Close all programs or Explorer windows that are accessing this device.
2. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( , or ) on the System Tray and select
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