Asus Play Gallery User Manual
HD Media Player
O!PLAY GALLERY
User Manual
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E6392
Second Edition
January 2011
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Contents
Safety information ...................................................................................... vi
License notice and trademark acknowledgement for
Dolby TrueHD/Digital Plus ........................................................... viii
License notice and trademark acknowledgement for DTS ................... viii
About this user guide ............................................................................... viii
Chapter 1 Getting started
Welcome .................................................................................................... 1-1
Package contents ..................................................................................... 1-1
Specications summary .......................................................................... 1-2
System requirements ............................................................................... 1-3
Getting to know your O!PLAY GALLERY media player ......................... 1-3
Front panel ..................................................................................... 1-3
Rear panel ...................................................................................... 1-5
Remote control ............................................................................... 1-6
Getting your O!PLAY GALLERY media player ready ............................. 1-9
Installing the hard disk drive ........................................................... 1-9
Connecting the power adapter ......................................................1-11
Connecting devices to your HD media player ...............................1-11
Starting for the rst time ............................................................... 1-13
Chapter 2 Network setup and services
Connecting to a network .......................................................................... 2-1
Wired connection ........................................................................... 2-1
Wireless connection ....................................................................... 2-7
Proxy server connection ................................................................. 2-9
Sharing les over the network .............................................................. 2-10
Sharing les under Windows® XP OS .......................................... 2-10
Sharing les under Windows® Vista OS ........................................2-11
Sharing les under Windows® 7 OS ............................................. 2-13
Sharing les under Mac OS X 10.5.xx ......................................... 2-15
Sharing les under Linux OS ....................................................... 2-16
Chapter 3 Using your O!PLAY GALLERY media player
The Home screen ...................................................................................... 3-1
Conguring the O!PLAY GALLERY settings .......................................... 3-2
Playing a movie ......................................................................................... 3-3
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Movie control buttons on the remote control .................................. 3-3
Playing a movie .............................................................................. 3-4
Conguring the movie playback settings ........................................ 3-5
Playing music ............................................................................................ 3-5
Music control buttons on the remote control .................................. 3-5
Playing a music le ........................................................................ 3-6
Conguring the audio playback settings ........................................ 3-7
Setting up your music playlist ......................................................... 3-8
Managing your photos / videos with My Life ......................................... 3-9
Setting up your photo/video playlist ............................................... 3-9
Viewing photos ............................................................................. 3-10
Photo control buttons on the remote control ................................ 3-10
Viewing photos in slideshow mode ...............................................3-11
Conguring the photo playback settings .......................................3-11
Playing a video ............................................................................. 3-12
Video control buttons on the remote control ................................ 3-12
Conguring the video playback settings....................................... 3-13
Streaming online media ......................................................................... 3-14
Online streaming from Netix ....................................................... 3-15
Managing your les ................................................................................ 3-16
Importing les/folders ................................................................... 3-16
Copying les/folders ..................................................................... 3-16
Renaming les/folders .................................................................. 3-17
Playing your iPod or iPhone .................................................................. 3-17
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 4-1
Display ........................................................................................ 4-1
Audio ........................................................................................ 4-3
USB storage device ....................................................................... 4-4
Remote Control .............................................................................. 4-4
Firmware Updates .......................................................................... 4-4
Wired, Wi-Fi, and Internet connections .......................................... 4-5
Operation/function failure ............................................................... 4-6
Additional information ..................................................................... 4-7
Common error messages ............................................................... 4-7
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Appendices
Notices .......................................................................................................A-1
GNU General Public License ...................................................................A-2
ASUS contact information .......................................................................A-8
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Safety information
Use only a dry cloth to clean the device.
DO NOT place on uneven
or unstable work surfaces.
Seek servicing if the casing
has been damaged. Refer all
servicing to qualied service
personnel.
SAFE TEMP: This device
should only be used in
environments with ambient
temperatures between 5oC
(41oF) and 35oC (95oF).
Ensure that you plug the
device into the correct
power input rating (12Vdc,
3A).
Warning labels
The lightning ash with
arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral
triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufcient
magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to
persons.
To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not
remove the back cover.
No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing
to qualied service
personnel.
DO NOT expose to or
use near liquids, rain, or
moisture.
DO NOT install near any
heat-producing devices or
sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or
ampliers.
DO NOT throw the device in
municipal waste. This device
is designed to enable proper
reuse and recycling. Check
local regulations for disposal
of electronic products.
The exclamation point within
an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to
the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or recommended battery type.
• Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
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License notice and trademark acknowledgement for Dolby TrueHD/ Digital Plus
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
License notice and trademark acknowledgement for DTS
Manufactured under license under US Patent #s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674;
5,974, 380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other US and worldwide patents issued &
pending. DTS and DTS 2.0 + Digital Out are registered trademarks and DTS
logos and symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights
Reserved.
About this user guide
How this user guide is organized
• Chapter 1: Getting started
Provides the basic information about your ASUS O!PLAY GALLERY Media
Player.
• Chapter 2: Network setup and services
Provides information on connecting your ASUS O!PLAY GALLERY Media
Player to a wired or wireless network.
• Chapter 3: Using the ASUS O!PLAY GALLERY Media Player
Provides information on using your ASUS O!PLAY GALLERY Media Player.
• Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
Provides solutions to frequently-asked questions about your ASUS O!PLAY
GALLERY Media Player.
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Conventions used in this guide
To enure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols
used throughout this user guide.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS Support site
Download the latest rmwares, drivers, and utilities from the ASUS Support
site at http://support.asus.com/.
2. ASUS Forum
Get the latest news and information about this product from the ASUS Forum
site at http://vip.asus.com/forum/.
3. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.
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Quick Start Guide
O!Play Gallery
HD Media Player
Getting started
Welcome
Thank you for buying the ASUS O!PLAY GALLERY Media Player!
ASUS O!PLAY GALLERY Media Player allows you to enjoy digital media les
from your computer via UPnP function, portable USB/eSATA storage devices,
additional 3.5” hard disk drive, memory cards, or over the network to your TV or
entertainment system.
Package contents
O!Play Gallery Media Player Power cord AC adapter
iPod extension cable
HDD bracket and screws
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Remote control with
two AAA batteries
Support CD (User
Manual)
HDD power and signal
cable
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Specications summary
Wireless standard WiFi 802.11b/g/n
Supported video formats MPEG1/2/4, H.264, VC-1, RM/RMVB
Supported video le
extension
Supported audio formats
Supported image formats JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF, TIFF
Supported subtitle
formats
Supported le systemsle systems FAT, NTFS, HFS+, FAT32
I/O ports
Dimensions
Power input rating 12Vdc, 3A
Power Consumption 10W
MP4, MOV, Xvid, AVI, ASF, WMV, MKV, FLV, TS, M2TS,
DAT, MPG, VOB, MTS, ISO, TRP
MP3, WAV, AAC, OGG, FLAC, AIFF, DTS Digital
Surround, ID3 Tag, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital PlusTag, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus
SRT, SUB, SMI, SSA, TXT
1 x Power (DC) input
1 x iPod port
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x USB 3.0 port
1 x eSATA port
1 x LAN port (10/100Mbps)
1 x HDMI port
1 x Optical digital (S/PDIF) port
1 x Coaxial digital (S/PDIF) port
1 x CF card reader
1 x SD/MMC card reader
1 x MS/MS-Duo card reader
W x D x H: 230.0mm x 178.0mm x 60.5mm
Weight: 720g
Specications are subject to change without notice.
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System requirements
• High-denition TV (HDTV), standard TV, or HDMI monitor
• Storage device (USB ash drive/ USB HDD/ eSATA ash drive/ eSATA HDD/
3.5” HDD)
• Memory card (SD/MMC, CF, or MS/MS-Duo card)
• RJ-45 cable to connect to a home or an ofce network (Optional)
Use an HDMI cable to connect your HD media player to an HDTV or HDMI
monitor.
Getting to know your O!PLAY GALLERY media player
Front panel
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CF card slot
1
Insert the CF card into this slot. The device supports 64GB CF v4.1.
SD/MMC card slot
2
Insert the SD/MMC card into this slot. The device supports 32GB SDHC v2.0 and
2GB MMC v4.2.
MS/MS-Duo card slot
3
Insert the MS/MS-Duo card into this slot. The device supports 128MB MS v1.43
and 32GB MS Pro v1.03.
eSATA port
4
Connect an eSATA device such as an external hard drive into this port.
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USB 2.0 port
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Connect a USB 2.0 device into this port.
IR (Infra-red) Receiver
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Allows you to control the HD media player using the IR remote control.
LED indicators
Displays the status of the HD media player.
LED Status Description
Power OFF The device is turned off.
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Ensure that the IR receiver is not blocked. Otherwise, the Media Player will not
be able to receive the command from the remote control.
Orange The device is in sleep mode.
Blue The device is turned on and wireless
connection is ready .
Purple The device is turning on/off.
Green The device is turned on but wireless
connection is off.
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Rear panel
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Power (DC-In) input
1
Insert the power adapter into this port.
Ensure that you plug the power adapter into a 100 ~ 240V power outlet.
iPod port
2
Connect your iPod or iPhone into this port using the ASUS exclusive iPod
extension cable.
Digital audio output (COAXIAL)
3
Insert a coaxial cable into this port to connect an external Hi-Fi audio system.
USB 2.0 port
4
Connect a USB 2.0 storage device into this port.
HDMI port
5
Insert an HDMI cable into this port to connect to a high-denition multimedia
interface (HDMI) device such as an HDTV or HDMI monitor.
LAN (RJ-45) port
6
Insert an RJ-45 cable into this port to connect to a local area network (LAN).
USB 3.0 PC link
7
Connect to your computer’s USB 3.0 port for high speed data transfer.
Reset button
8
Using a pin or a paper clip, press this button to reset the device to its factory
default settings.
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Digital audio output (OPTICAL)
9
Insert an optical cable into this port to connect an external Hi-Fi audio system.
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Remote control
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Use the remote control to power on/off the O!PLAY GALLERY media player,
browse through menus, and select the media le to play, view, or listen to.
Display
iPod
Slow
Motion
Repeat
Stop
Rewind
Previous
Setup
Option
Rotary knob /
navigation/
OK keys
Volume up
Mute
Volume down
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Power on/off
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Favorite/Shortcut
27
Music Shufe
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Zoom In
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Forward
Play / Pause
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Next
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Subtitle
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Language
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Home
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Return
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Import
Movie
Music
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On-line Media
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Photo
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Display
Press to display the le name, le type, and elapsed time.
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iPod
Press to enter the iPod mode.
Slow motion
3
Press to playback the currently playing movie in slow motion. Press
to resume normal playback.
Repeat
4
Press to repeat the playback of the currently playing music, movie, or
photo le.
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Stop
Stops the playback.
Rewind
Press to rewind the playback.
Previous
Returns to the previous media le.
Setup
Launches the Setup menu.
Option
Press to select the effects for the movie, music, and photo.
Rotary knob / Navigation/OK keys
Press the up/down keys to move through the menu bar in a
submenu.
Press the up/down keys to decrease/increase a numerical
value.
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Press the left/right keys to move through the main menus in
the Home screen.
Rotate the rotary knob to the left/right to move through the
main menus in the Home screen.
Press the left/right keys to move through the items in a
submenu.
Press OK to conrm the selection.
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Volume up
Increases the volume.
Mute
Press to disable audio output.
Volume down
Decreases the volume.
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Movie
Press to enter the Movie mode.
Music
Press to enter the Music mode.
Photo
Press to enter the Photo mode.
On-line Media
Press to enter the On-line Media mode.
Import
Imports music, photo, and movie les.
Return
Returns to the previous screen.
Home
Displays the home menu.
Language
Press to select the language for the video or movie you are watching.
Subtitle
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Press to congure the subtitle settings such as the font, font color and font
size.
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Next
Goes to the next media le.
Play/Pause
Toggles between playback and pause.
Forward
Press to forward the playback.
Zoom in
Zooms in on the screen.
Music shufe
27
Press to group all your music les in your storage device and then play the
music les randomly.
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Favorite / Shortcut
Press to display your Favorite or Shortcut list.
Power on/off
Turn the HD media player on or off.
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Getting your O!PLAY GALLERY media player ready
If you need warranty servicing for your HD media player, ensure that you send
it back in its original packaging, which will provide better protection for your
product during delivery. Warranty may be voided if the product is damaged due
to improper packaging. ASUS will not compensate or replace any item damaged
due to improper packaging.
Installing the hard disk drive
You may install a 3.5” hard disk drive to your HD media player.
• The hard disk drive is purchased separately.
• If you install a new hard disk drive on your HD media player, a warning
screen will appear, reminding you to format the hard disk drive. Follow
the onscreen instructions to complete the format process. Any abnormal
shutdown leads to longer startup time and longer disk check on the next boot
up. The checking process may take several minutes depending on the hard
disk drive capacity.
• If you want to delete all data on your used hard disk drive, go to Setup >
System, and then click Delete Database.
• ASUS will not be held liable for any damage/malfunction caused by improper
installation of the hard disk drive.
• ASUS will not be held liable for data loss or recovery.
• Back up the important les or folders periodically to avoid any potential data
loss due to disk crash.
• Be cautious of the hot temperature while using the hard disk drive for a long
time.
To install the hard disk drive:
1. Install the hard disk drive on the HDD bracket, and then secure it with four
screws.
2. Attach one end of the supplied HDD power and signal cable to the hard disk
drive.
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3. Open the bottom lid of your HD
media player.
4. Attach the other end of the
supplied HDD power and
signal cable to the HD media
player.
5. Carefully insert the HDD
bracket to the HD media
player.
6. Secure the HDD bracket to
the HD media player with four
screws.
7. Collect the HDD power and
signal cable into the HD media
player so that you could
completely cover the bottom
lid on it.
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8. Close the bottom lid of your HD
media player.
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Connecting the power adapter
To connect the power adapter:
1. Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC-in port at the back of your HD media
player.
3. Connect the AC adapter to a power source.
Connecting devices to your HD media player
To connect devices to your HD media player:
1. Do any of the following to connect a display to your HD media player:
• Use an HDMI cable to connect your HD media player to an HDTV or an
HDMI monitor.
The HDMI cable is
purchased separately.
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2. Do any of the following to connect a storage device or memory card to your
HD media player:
• Insert a USB/eSATA storage device such as a portable hard disk drive or
a USB ash disk to the USB port or USB/eSATA combo port at the front
panel of your HD media player.
• Insert a memory card such as SD/MMC, CF, and MS/MS-Duo cards into
the appropriate card slot at the front panel of your HD media player.
You can also access media les from a shared folder of a network computer.
For more details, refer to the section Connecting to a network in Chapter 2.
3. Use an S/PDIF cable to connect your audio system to your HD media player.
4. Plug the HD media player’s power cable to a power source.
5. Turn on the HDTV or HDMI monitor.
6. Set your HDTV or HDMI monitor to video (AV) or HDMI mode.
Refer to the documentation that came with your HDTV or HDMI monitor.
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Starting for the rst time
When you start your HD media player for the rst time, a series of screens appear
to guide you in conguring the basic settings of your HD media player.
To start for the rst time:
1. Turn on your HD media player and your HDTV or HDMI monitor.
2. Set your HDTV or HDMI monitor to video (AV) or HDMI mode.
Refer to the documentation that came with your HDTV or HDMI monitor.
3. The Setup Wizard appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the
setup process.
Use the remote control the navigate the screen.
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