Actiontec MWTV2TX, MWTV2RX Owner's Manual

MyWirelessTV 2 Multi-Room Wireless HD Video Kit

Model#: MWTV2TX & MWTV2RX

User Manual

V1.0

Table of Contents

Part I. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 1

1.1. Features ............................................................................................................................ 1

1.2. Minimum System Requirements ....................................................................................... 2

1.3. Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 2

1.4. Getting To Know MyWirelessTV 2 ..................................................................................... 2

1.4.1. MyWirelessTV 2 Transmitter ................................................................................. 2

1.4.2. MyWirelessTV 2 Receiver ...................................................................................... 3

Part II. Connecting MyWirelessTV 2 ................................................................................................. 5

2.1. Typical MyWirelessTV Connection Configuration ............................................................. 5

2.1.1. Transmitter ............................................................................................................ 5

2.1.2. Receiver ................................................................................................................. 6

2.2. Connecting the MyWirelessTV Transmitter ...................................................................... 6

2.3. Connecting the MyWirelessTV Receiver ........................................................................... 7

2.4. Setting up IR Control ......................................................................................................... 7

2.4.1. Connecting the IR Blaster Cable ............................................................................ 7

2.4.2. Connecting the IR Receiver Extension Cable ......................................................... 8

Part III. Configuring MyWirelessTV 2 ................................................................................................... 9

3.1. Graphical User Interface ................................................................................................... 9

3.1.1. Language ............................................................................................................... 9

3.1.2. Video Mode ......................................................................................................... 10

3.1.3. Pairing ................................................................................................................. 11

3.1.4. Exit ....................................................................................................................... 12

3.1.5. System Information ............................................................................................. 13

3.2. Resetting to Defaults ....................................................................................................... 13

3.3. Updating MyWirelessTV Firmware ................................................................................. 13

Appendix I. Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 15

FAQ s ............................................................................................................................................ 15

Appendix II. Specifications .............................................................................................................. 17

Part I. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing MyWirelessTV 2. This product will allow you to transmit

high-definition content from a set top box, gaming console, or other source with an HDMI

port, to an HDTV monitor in another location, without lag or picture quality loss. It allows you

to view movies and television programs in two different locations at the same time, without

wires, or play a game on a television in one room, while the gaming console resides in

another.

This user manual will take you through the procedures needed to connect, configure, and

enjoy MyWirelessTV, and also describe a few different possible scenarios concerning setup

locations.

1.1. Features

 Full 1080p HD output - stream judder-free, full high-definition video in 1080p 60Hz

 Wirelessly sends live HD audio and video from HDMI-enabled media device to the

HDTV

 Theater and Game modes. Theater mode delivers better quality and Game mode

supports lower latency

 A/V quality auto adjustment based on wireless operating environment

 Supports controlling of device's IR (e.g. Cable/Sat STB) with existing remote control

over IR Blaster cable

 Supports one HDMI source input and one HDMI pass-through

 HDMI pass-through port maintains original audio and video quality for local TV

 Compatible with most HDMI-enabled Cable/Sat STBs

 Compatible with most Blu-ray & DVD players

 Compatible with most HD Gaming consoles and Media players

 Supports protected (HDCP) and non-protected content

 Operates on standard 802.11 wireless, 5GHz band and auto channel selection

 Plug-and-play and auto connect

 Functions at up to 100 feet apart and works through most walls and floors*

 Software support - obtain newer firmware online to enhance product

* Devices can operate up to 100’ range apart. Ideally in home environment through 2-3 walls or floors that

are not constructed in nonporous materials (e.g. brick, plaster, cement, metal, stone or double-glazed

glass).

1.2. Minimum System Requirements

 HD set top box, gaming console, or computer equipped with HDMI output port

 HDTV monitor with HDMI input

1.3. Package Contents

Contents in the package are listed below:

 (1) Wireless HD Video Transmitter

 (1) Wireless HD Video Receiver

 (2) Power Adapter

 (2) High-speed HDMI 1.4 Cable

 (1) IR Blaster Cable (for Transmitter)

 (1) IR Receiver Extension Cable (for Receiver)

 (1) Velcro mounting pad kit (for Receiver)

 Documentation

1.4. Getting To Know MyWirelessTV 2

This section contains a quick overview of MyWirelessTV, including all ports and LEDS on

both the MyWirelessTV Transmitter and Receiver.

1.4.1. MyWirelessTV 2 Transmitter

The MyWirelessTV 2 Transmitter features six ports (Power, HDMI Input, HDMI Out to TV,

IR Transmit, USB, and OTG), one button (SELECT), and two LEDs (LINK and POWER).

Transmitter Front Panel

 LINK LED. The LINK LED is used to display the state of pairing between the

Transmitter and Receiver. If it is blinking or off, the Transmitter is not paired with any

Receiver. If it is glowing steadily, it has paired with a Receiver.

 POWER LED. The POWER LED is used to display the state of the Transmitter’s power.

If unlit, the device is off. If lit, the device is on.

 SELECT button. The SELECT button is used to pair with a Receiver. This is only

required for connecting to another Receiver.

 USB port. The USB port is used to connect a USB flash drive to the Transmitter when a

firmware update is available. See "Updating MyWirelessTV Firmware" for more details.

 OTG port. Reserved for USB Backchannel feature.

Transmitter Rear Panel

 Power port. The 5V DC / 2A power port is used to connect the Transmitter to a power

source.

 HDMI Input port. The HDMI Input port is used, via an HDMI cable, to connect the

Transmitter to an HDMI source (set top box, Blu-ray player, gaming console, etc.).

 HDMI Out to TV port. The HDMI Out to TV port (a pass-through port) is used, via an

HDMI cable, to connect the Transmitter to a local HDTV to allow continued video

viewing on the monitor located nearest to the Transmitter. Connection to this port is

optional.

 IR Transmit port. The IR Transmit port is used to connect the IR Blaster cable to the

Transmitter, enabling the use of the source device remote control in tandem with

MyWirelessTV.

1.4.2. MyWirelessTV 2 Receiver

The MyWirelessTV 2 Receiver features four ports (Power, HDMI Out to TV, IR Ext, and

USB), two buttons (MENU and SELECT), and three LEDs (MODE, LINK, and POWER).

Receiver Front Panel

 MODE LED. Reserved.

 LINK LED. The LINK LED is used to display the state of pairing between the

Transmitter and Receiver. If it is blinking or off, the Transmitter is not paired with any

Receiver. If it is glowing steadily, it has paired with a Receiver.

 POWER LED. The Power LED is used to display the state of the Receiver's power. If

unlit, the device is off. If lit, the device is on.

 USB port. The USB port is used to connect a USB stick drive to the Receiver when a

firmware update is available. See "Updating MyWirelessTV Firmware" for more details.

 MENU and SELECT buttons. The MENU and SELECT buttons are used together to

access the GUI menu. Pressing the MENU button selects an option, and pressing the

5V DC / 2A

HDMI Out to TV

IR Ext.

SELECT button saves the setting. And you can reset the receiver by holding the MENU

button for more than five (5) seconds and then releasing the button.

Note: You can access the GUI menu when the receiver has connected to the

transmitter or when the receiver has not paired with any transmitter.

Receiver Rear Panel

 Power Port. The 5V DC / 2A power port is used to connect the Receiver to a power

source.

 HDMI Out to TV Port. The HDMI Out to TV port is used, via an HDMI cable, to connect

the Receiver to an HDMI-ready display, such as a high-definition TV.

 IR Ext Port. The IR Ext port is used to connect the IR Receiver cable, used to extend

the range of the source device's remote control (in conjunction with the IR Blaster cable

connected to the Transmitter).

Note: The use of the IR Receiver Extension Cable is optional.

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