HDMA-4000
User Guide
Engineered by Canopus Co., Ltd.
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Your HDMA-4000 is covered by a limited warranty when you register your Canopus
product. This warranty is for a period of one year from the date of purchase from
Canopus or an authorized Canopus agent. This warranty applies only to the original
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that for this period the product will be in good working order. Should our product
fail to be in good working order, Canopus will, at its option, repair or replace it at no
additional charge, provided that the product has not been subjected to misuse,
abuse or non-Canopus authorized alterations, modifications and/or repair. Proof of
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This includes damage to property and, to the extent permitted by law, damages for
personal injury. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose.
Cautions
Please observe the following cautions when using this product. If you have any
questions regarding the method of usage, the descriptions herein, or any other
concerns, please contact the local Canopus office or distributor.
WARNING
The following conditions indicate the potential for serious bodily injury or loss of life.
Health precautions
In rare cases, flashing lights or stimulation from the bright light of a monitor display
may trigger temporary epileptic seizures or loss of consciousness. It is believed that
even individuals whom have never experienced such symptoms may be susceptible.
If you or close relatives have experienced any of these symptoms, consult a doctor
before using this product.
Do not use in environments requiring a high degree of reliability and
safety
This product is not to be used in medical devices or life support systems. The
characteristics of this product are not suited for use with such systems.
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Protect against static electricity
An electrostatic discharge may damage components of this product. Do not directly
touch any of the connectors or component surfaces.
Static electricity can be generated on clothing and on people. Before handling the
product, discharge static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal
surface.
Do not disassemble
Do not remove the cover or modify the HDMA-4000. Fire, electric shock or
malfunction may result. For internal inspection or repair, please contact your system
integrator or Canopus directly.
Do not operate at other than the specified voltage
Do not operate at other than the specified voltages of AC 100-240V. Operation at
other than the rated voltage may result in fire or malfunction.
Do not operate with other than the specified power supply
Do not operate with other than the specified AC adapter, or with a car power supply.
Such operation may result in fire or malfunction.
Handle the AC adapter cord carefully
Do not place heavy objects on top of the cord, or place it near hot objects. Doing so
may damage the cord and result in fire, electrical shock, or malfunction. Altering the
cord, or excessively bending or pulling the cord may result in fire or electrical shock.
If the cord is damaged, please contact your local retail outlet or Canopus directly.
* Replacement of damaged parts, unless defective due to manufacturing, will be charged at actual
cost plus handling fees.
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Do not use the product in a dusty or humid environment
It may cause a short-circuit or a build-up of heat, resulting in fire or electric shock.
Do not let foreign matters enter the inside of the product
If water or any foreign matter enters the inside of the product, it may cause fire or
electric shock. In the case where water or foreign matter is allowed to enter the
product, turn the power OFF and pull out the power cable from the receptacle.
Do not use the product when you hear thunder
Do not touch the product body or its plug on such occasions. It may result in electric
shock.
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Stop using the product when it is smoking
Do not use the product in an abnormal condition like when it is smoking or emitting
an odor.
It may result in fire or malfunction of the product. If any anomaly is found, turn OFF
the power of the product, disconnect the power cable, making sure that the product
is not smoking any more.
Do not use the product in a damaged condition
Do not drop the product nor use the product with its cover broken.
It may result in fire or malfunction of the product. In case the product is damaged,
turn OFF the power of the product and pull out the power cable from the
receptacle.
Do not touch AC adapter with wet hands
Do not disconnect or plug in the AC adapter when your hands are wet. Contact with
water may result in electric shock, fire or damage.
Do not setup in an area that becomes hot
Do not setup in an area exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating apparatus. The
heat can accumulate, causing burns, fire or damage. Also, the unit may become
deformed or change color.
CAUTION
The following conditions indicate the potential for bodily harm, damage to hardware
or loss of data.
Do not pull AC adapter cord when disconnecting from electrical
outlet
When disconnecting the AC adapter cord, pull on the plug, not the cord itself. Pulling
on the cord can damage the cord and may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not setup other than the Described method
Do not setup in a manner other than prescribed. Do not use while wrapped in cloth
or plastic. Heat can accumulate, causing burns, fire or damage.
If product will not be used for an extended period
If this product will not to be used for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC
adapter from the electrical outlet.
Do not place the product on an unstable place
Do not place the product on an unstable table or slanted surface. The product may
fall from it, resulting in injuries or malfunction of the product.
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Turn OFF the power when cleaning the product
When making connections with the product or cleaning the product, be sure to
disconnect the power plug beforehand. Failure to do so may result in electric shock
or malfunction of the product. When cleaning the product, do not use volatile
solvents such as thinner.
Route the cables properly
Route the power cable and AV cables properly. If they catch on something, it may
result in injuries or malfunction of the product.
Precautions for use of AC adapter
The supplied AC adapter and power cord are for exclusive use of this product. Do
not operate the product with other AC adapter or in other combinations.
Lower The Volume Of The Audio Equipment
Please lower your audio equipment speaker level that is connected with the HDMA4000 when you turn the power of the HDMA-4000 ON/OFF. You may hear a loud
noise when you turn the power ON/OFF.
Do not cover the HDMA-4000 ventilation
Do not use the HDMA-4000 covered with a cloth or in an ill-ventilated room.
Covering the vent may cause heat inside of the product resulting in fire or product
malfunction.
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CE Notice
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
Declaration of Conformity
According to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Canopus Corporation
Address: 711 Charcot Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131
Telephone: 408-954-4500
Declares that product Model: HDMA-4000
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Product Notes
1. Unauthorized copying of a portion or the entirety of this product is prohibited.
2. The description and specifications of this product are subject to future change
without notice.
3. The description of this product has been prepared to be as complete as possible.
If the reader is aware of any questionable points, errors or omissions, please
contact Canopus.
4. The company assumes no liability for the results of practical application,
regardless of item (3) above.
5. Regardless of whether negligence occurs during usage, the company assumes
no liability, even if there is a claim, for extraordinary, incidental or derivative
loss, including the loss of profits, that arise during practical application of this
product.
6. The analysis, reverse engineering, decompiling and disassembling of the
software, hardware or manuals that accompany this product, and all other
related products including miscellaneous supplemental items, are prohibited.
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trademarks of Canopus Co., Ltd.
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9. Pioneer and its logo are registered tradmarks of Pioneer Corporation.
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USA. Other product names and the like are trademarks or registered trademarks
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About the Documentation
This document is the HDMA-4000 User Guide.
Information not listed in this document may be listed elsewhere.
In cases where there is a difference between a description in this document and an
actual operation method, the actual operation method takes precedence.
In this manual, the unique features of the HDMA-4000 and the common features of
the HDMA-4000 and the HDMA-4000Sync are collectively described as those of the
HDMA-4000, while the unique features of the HDMA-4000Sync are described as
those of the HDMA-4000Sync.
The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is referred to as "Windows XP."
This document is written for users capable of performing basic PC operations. If
there is no special description of an operation, perform that operation in the same
manner as a general PC operation.
To simplify the descriptions, the actual product may differ from the illustrations and
screenshots.
Firmware version
The descriptions of the operation in this manual are based on those of the firmware
version 2.0 or later.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1
Introduction ...................................................................................12
Notes regarding usage ............................................................................. 12
Verify package contents ........................................................................... 12
Canopus website ....................................................................................... 13
GNU General Public License .................................................................... 13
Replacement of the HDD and fan ............................................................. 13
HDMA-4000 ...................................................................................14
Overview ................................................................................................... 14
Features of the HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync ....................................... 15
Features of HDMA-4000Sync ................................................................... 15
Chapter 2
HDMA-4000 Part Names ...............................................................18
HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync Front Panel ............................................. 18
HDMA-4000 Rear Panel ............................................................................ 20
HDMA-4000Sync Rear Panel .................................................................... 21
Remote Controller ..................................................................................... 22
Ferrite core ................................................................................................ 23
Connecting the HDMA-4000 .........................................................24
Contents of the product CD ..........................................................26
Chapter 3
HDMA Scheduler Overview ..........................................................28
Installation ......................................................................................29
Uninstallation .................................................................................31
Using HDMA Scheduler ................................................................33
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What's HDMA Scheduler? ........................................................................ 28
Installing HDMA Scheduler ...................................................................... 29
Uninstalling HDMA Scheduler .................................................................. 31
Table of Contents
Starting HDMA Scheduler ........................................................................ 33
HDMA Scheduler Main Screen ................................................................ 34
Menu bar ................................................................................................... 35
Creating a schedule .................................................................................. 40
Exporting a schedule ................................................................................ 44
Saving a schedule ..................................................................................... 45
Loading a schedule ................................................................................... 46
Chapter 4
Startup and shutdown ...................................................................48
Startup ....................................................................................................... 48
Shutdown .................................................................................................. 49
WOL (Wake On LAN) ................................................................................ 50
Reference 1
Contents update ............................................................................52
Contents update via a network ................................................................. 52
Contents update via USB .......................................................................... 55
Description of the contents update control file ....................................... 56
Description examples ............................................................................... 57
Table of Contents
Reference 2
How to create contents .................................................................60
Output parameter settings ........................................................................ 60
How to create a schedule ..............................................................62
Description of schedule text ..................................................................... 62
Operation when the schedule file is invalid ............................................. 65
Examples of a schedule ............................................................................ 66
Reference 3
Serial control .................................................................................72
Command descriptions (Pioneer LD/DVD mode) .................................... 73
Command descriptions (HDMA-4000 Ver.1.X mode) ............................. 82
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Error codes ................................................................................................ 83
How to use serial control .......................................................................... 84
Managing a content file ............................................................................ 85
Reference 4
Setup using the front panel ...........................................................90
Settings menu ........................................................................................... 90
Setup using Web browser ...........................................................100
Accessing the HDMA-4000 Setup page .................................................. 100
Preparation and starting the Web console .............................................100
HDMA-4000 Setup Page .......................................................................... 102
Updating firmware ........................................................................118
How to update .......................................................................................... 118
Maintenance Mode .......................................................................119
Maintenance Mode overview .................................................................. 119
Firmware recovery ................................................................................... 121
If you have forgotten the user name or the password ........................... 123
Reference 5
Sync playback using the HDMA-4000Sync .................................126
Connecting devices ................................................................................. 126
HDMA-4000Sync settings ........................................................................ 127
Contents ................................................................................................... 128
Playback ................................................................................................... 128
Available Combination of HDMA-4000Sync units for external sync ..... 129
Appendix
Hardware Specifications ..............................................................132
Remote Control ID setting ............................................................137
Connecting to a UPS ....................................................................138
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HDMA-4000
Chapter 1Chapter 1
This chapter describes the things to check before This chapter describes the things to check before
setting up HDMA-4000.setting up HDMA-4000.
- Introduction- Introduction
- HDMA-4000- HDMA-4000
Chapter 1
IntroductionIntroduction
Notes regarding usageNotes regarding usage
IN NO EVENT SHALL CANOPUS BE LIABLE TO USER OR ANY OTHER PARTY
FOR INCIDENTIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING UNDER
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT WHETHER UNDER THEORY OF CONTRACT, TORT,
INDEMNITY, PRODUCT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE.
EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, CANOPUS MAKES NO
REPRESENTATIONS, EXTENDS NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MARCHANTABILITY,
NON-INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ASSUMES
NO RESPONSIBILITY WITH RESPECT TO THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT HEREUNDER.
FURTHER, CANOPUS MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF PROPER OPERATION OF THIS
PRODUCT UNDER OTHER USAGE ENVIRONMENT THAN THAT RECOMMENDED
BY CANOPUS FOR THIS PRODUCT.
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programmes, compact discs,
digital versatile discs, video tapes and other materials may infringe the right of
copyright owners and be contrary to copyrights laws.
Verify package contentsVerify package contents
Please verify that the following accompanying components are included in the
HDMA-4000 package. Product packaging is implemented with stringent quality
assurance measures.
- HDMA-4000 Unit
- AC adapter & cable
- BNC-RCA conversion connector (x3)
- Remote Controller
- AAA battery (x2)
- Ferrite core (x2)
- CD-ROM
- Manual
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Canopus websiteCanopus website
Chapter 1
Including HDMA-4000, the latest company information is announced at our website
http://www.canopus.com. The latest drivers, utilities, product manuals, FAQs, etc.
are also available, from our website.
GNU General Public LicenseGNU General Public License
This product utilizes the free software that uses GNU General Public License
(hereinafter “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter “LGPL”) in a
part of the software.
Replacement of the HDD and fanReplacement of the HDD and fan
While their lifespan varies according to the usage environment, the HDD and fan are
devices that must be periodically replaced. For trouble-free use of the HDMA-4000,
replace the internal HDD and fan after each year of operation. To replace these
items, contact your local retailer or the organization that installed the system.
Introduction
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Chapter 1
HDMA-4000HDMA-4000
OverviewOverview
The HDMA-4000 is a device that plays HD content stored on its internal HDD or
on a network. Contents can easily be updated from a network or a memory card.
Scheduled playback and remote serial control are also supported. By using a
memory drive instead of the internal HDD, a stable playback environment with no
moving parts is available.
An example of the HDMA-4000 unit connection.
LAN
Contents can be updated
via a network
Video output
Component/DVI/
S-Video/Composite
Audio output
Coaxial (digital)/
Composite (analog)
Switch
System controller
DU-100P
Data is updated with a USB memory device
Direct Playback of the contents of an
external drive (FAT32) is supported
RS-232C
In addition to the features of the HDMA-4000, the HDMA-4000Sync has a REF IN
(External reference signal input) port, enabling playback in external sync mode and
synchronization of multiple HDMA-4000 units.
An example of synchronized playback with the HDMA-4000Sync.
Projector
Three-screen multi-monitor
Speaker
(5.1 ch)
System controller
Switch
DU-100HP
HUB
Reference
Distributor
signal
HDSC1
The control signal input to the master unit will
be transmitted to slave units via LAN.
RS-232C
Video output
Master
Slave
LAN
Slave
Power amplifier
(Dolby Digital decoder)
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Features of the HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000SyncFeatures of the HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync
- Superior cost performance.
The HDMA-4000 has ample functions for an HD playback system and provides
superior cost performance.
- Various customized systems can be established.
There are many functions that can be used for various purposes including an
auto-playback system using the scheduler, or a system from which contents can
be played by using touch-panel operations.
- Provides a total solution - from editing to playback.
Capture video from a HDV camera onto the timeline of the Canopus HD. Use
the canopus HD editing system to capture and export the edited video as a
MPEG file. When the HDMA-4000 is connected via a network, the workflow from
editing to playback can be consolidated.
- Supports DVD/LD player compatible command controls
Commands compatible with the Pioneer DVD/LD player are supported. The
HDMA-4000 can replace DVD/LD players without any loss of functionality.
- Supported files
MPEG2 transport stream *
MPEG2 program stream *
* MPEG1 Audio Layer2, AAC (LPCM output) and AC3 (SPDIF output only) audio are
supported.
HDMA-4000
Features of HDMA-4000SyncFeatures of HDMA-4000Sync
- Supports playback in external sync mode
With a BB/3-value sync signal input, the video output from the HDMA-4000Sync
can be synchronized with the reference signal.
- Supports synchronization of multiple units
With HDMA-4000 master and HDMA-4000 slave units specified on a network,
the HDMA-4000 master unit can be operated to synchronize the playback timing
of the HDMA-4000 slave unit.
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HDMA-4000
Chapter 2Chapter 2
This chapter descr ibes the functions of the This chapter describes the functions of the
HDMA-4000.HDMA-4000.
- HDMA-4000 Part Names- HDMA-4000 Part Names
- Connecting the HDMA-4000- Connecting the HDMA-4000
- Contents of the product CD- Contents of the product CD
Chapter 2
HDMA-4000 Part NamesHDMA-4000 Part Names
HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync Front PanelHDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync Front Panel
(4) LINK LED
(5) KEY LED
(6) Infrared receiver
(10) F3 Key
(12) STOP Key
(13) PLAY/ENTER Key
(2) POWER LED
(1) LCD
(7) Select Key
(3) STORAGE LED
(8) F1 Key (9) F2 Key
(11) MENU Key
(1) LCD ...............................Displays the current operation status and setting
menus.
(2) POWER LED .................Lights when HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync operates.
- Unlit ........... Power is not on.
- Lit ............... Operating
- Blinking ...... Starting up/Shutting down
(3) STORAGE LED .............Lights up when the internal HDD is being accessed.
(4) LINK LED ......................Lights when HDMA-4000 and/or HDMA-4000Sync
is connected to a network (via a hub or other such
device).
- Unlit ........... Not connected to a network device
(Switching Hub, etc.)
- Lit ............... Connected to a network device, but
not sending/receiving data.
- Blinking ...... Connected to a network device, and
sending/receiving data.
(5) KEY LED .......................Lights when receiving a key signal from an infrared
remote controller or an external remote terminal.
(6) Infrared receiver ...........Built in infrared receiver for remote controllers.
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(7) Select Key ....................When multiple files are registered in the current
schedule file, use the key to play the next file.
When a file is being played repeatedly, playback
jumps to the top of the file. In the settings menu,
press the
/ keys to select items, the key to
cancel or the key to accept the changed settings.
(8) F1 Key ...........................Depending on the channel names defined in the
schedule file, the content corresponding to KEY 1
will be played.
(9) F2 Key ...........................Depending on the channel names defined in the
schedule file, the content corresponding to KEY 2
will be played.
(10) F3 Key ...........................Depending on the channel names defined in the
schedule file, the content corresponding to KEY 3
will be played.
(11) MENU Key ....................Switches between the main screen and the setting
menus on the LCD.
(12) STOP Key .....................Stops playback. Used as the Cancel key in the setting
menus.
(13) PLAY/ENTER Key .........Starts playing the content. Used as the Enter key in
the setting menus.
HDMA-4000 Part Names
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HDMA-4000 Rear PanelHDMA-4000 Rear Panel
(1) AUDIO OUT (L)
(3) SPDIF
(4) VIDEO OUT
(2) AUDIO OUT (R)
(5) S VIDEO OUT
(7) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
(8) USB Port
(6) DVI-D
(9) LAN
(11) DIP Switch
(10) REMOTE terminal
(13) Theft prevention slot
(15) Power terminal
(14) RESET Switch
(12) COM Port
(1) AUDIO OUT (L) ....................... Audio output (left).
(2) AUDIO OUT (R) ...................... Audio output (right).
(3) SPDIF ...................................... Coaxial digital audio output.
(4) VIDEO OUT ............................ Composite video signal output.
(5) S VIDEO OUT ......................... S-video signal output.
(6) DVI-D ...................................... DVI-D terminal
(7) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT .... Component video (Y/Pb/Pr) signal output.
(8) USB Port ................................. Port for connecting a USB device.
(9) LAN ......................................... Port for connecting an Ethernet cable.
(10) REMOTE terminal ..................Remote control terminal.
(11) DIP Switch .............................. Used to enable WOL (See Chapter 4).
(12) COM Port ................................ Used for serial control (See Reference 3).
(13) Theft prevention slot .............Slot for theft prevention devices such as wire
or cable locks.
(14) RESET Switch ........................Used in emergencies. Do not use to reset.
(15) Power terminal ....................... Connects to the accompanying AC adapter.
Never connect anything here other than the
accompanying AC adapter.
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HDMA-4000Sync Rear PanelHDMA-4000Sync Rear Panel
Chapter 2
(1) AUDIO OUT (L)
(3) SPDIF
(4) VIDEO OUT
(2) AUDIO OUT (R)
(5) S VIDEO OUT
(7) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
(8) USB Port
(6) DVI-D
(9) LAN
(11) DIP Switch
(10) REMOTE terminal
(13) REF IN
(15) Power terminal
(14) RESET Switch
(12) COM Port
(1) AUDIO OUT (L) ....................... Audio output (left).
(2) AUDIO OUT (R) ...................... Audio output (right).
(3) SPDIF ...................................... Coaxial digital audio output.
(4) VIDEO OUT ............................ Composite video signal output.
(5) S VIDEO OUT ......................... S-video signal output.
(6) DVI-D ...................................... DVI-D terminal
(7) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT .... Component video (Y/Pb/Pr) signal output.
(8) USB Port ................................. Port for connecting a USB device.
(9) LAN ......................................... Port for connecting an Ethernet cable.
(10) REMOTE terminal ..................Remote control terminal.
(11) DIP Switch .............................. Used to enable WOL (See Chapter 4).
(12) COM Port ................................ Used for serial control (See Reference 3).
(13) REF IN ..................................... Reference input (BNC) port..
(14) RESET Switch ........................Used in emergencies. Do not use to reset.
(15) Power terminal ....................... Connects to the accompanying AC adapter.
Never connect anything here other than the
accompanying AC adapter.
HDMA-4000 Part Names
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(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(8)
(3)
(3)
(4)
(4)
Remote ControllerRemote Controller
(1) POWER button .............Turns power on/off.
(2) MENU button ...............Executes the default channel
(3) Numeric buttons ..........Plays the corresponding content
(4) Navigation buttons ......With multiple files registered in
(8)
(8)
(5) Function button ............Not used.
(6) Play mode button ........Not used.
(7) Display button ..............Not used.
(8) Volume button ............. Use to adjust volume.
(5)
(5)
(6)
(6)
(1)
(2)
(7)
defined in the schedule file.
defined as a chennel in the
schedule file.
*, # buttons are not used.
the current schedule file, use
the button to play the next
file. When a file is being played
repeatedly, playback jumps to
the top of the file.
button:
Pauses the playing content.
button:
Stops the playback.
button:
Plays content.
Cancels the state of pause/stop.
/ button:
Jumps backword/forward by
1/10 of the content size.
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Ferrite coreFerrite core
Chapter 2
Attach the ferrite core to the Ethernet and AC cable in the position shown below.
HDMA-4000 side
HDMA-4000 Part Names
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Chapter 2
Connecting the HDMA-4000Connecting the HDMA-4000
Connect the HDMA-4000 and the peripherals, referring to the diagram below.
Required when network is used
To outlet
conversion plug
Audio cable
AC Adapter
Switching hub
BNC-RCA
Ethernet cableEthernet cable
Component cable
D component cable
PC
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D connector
TV monitor (component input)
Note
Connecting the AC adapter will turn on the HDMA-4000 and will also start
connecting to the network with certain settings. Therefore, connect the AC
adapter after ensuring that all the other cables are connected properly. When
the network cable is connected to the HDMA-4000 after the hardware is
turned on, it may take some time before a network connection is established.
(Even when a network connection has not been established, the HDMA-4000
is turned on and playback will start).
Note
For more information on the video settings, see "Setup using the front panel"
or "Setup using Web browser" in Reference 4 and modify the settings to suit
your TV monitor.
Note
For more information on network settings, see "Setup using the front panel"
or "Setup using Web browser" in Reference 4 and confirm that the HDMA4000 Setup page is displayed on the PC monitor.
Chapter 2
Connecting the HDMA-4000
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Chapter 2
Contents of the product CDContents of the product CD
- Control files
Representative control files for updating contents to be used on the HDMA-
4000.
- Schedule files
Schedule file samples to be used on the HDMA-4000.
- Sample movies
Movie samples that can be played on the HDMA-4000.
- HDMA Scheduler
Software to register/create/output a video file stored on a PC as schedule
contents for the HDMA-4000.
- HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync firmware
Firmware used in the HDMA-4000/HDMA-4000Sync.
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Chapter 3Chapter 3
How to use the HDMA Scheduler to update How to use the HDMA Scheduler to update
the contents used for scheduled playback is the contents used for scheduled playback is
described in this chapter. (For information on described in this chapter. (For information on
how to update the contents with serial controls, how to update the contents with serial controls,
see the Reference 1.)see the Reference 1.)
- HDMA Scheduler Overview- HDMA Scheduler Overview
- Installation- Installation
- Uninstallation- Uninstallation
- Using HDMA Scheduler- Using HDMA Scheduler
* Updating contents* Updating contents
The HDMA-4000 supports scheduled playback The HDMA-4000 supports scheduled playback
of contents and playback via serial controls. of contents and playback via serial controls.
Contents are managed separately for scheduled Contents are managed separately for scheduled
playback and for serial controls.playback and for serial controls.
Chapter 3
HDMA Scheduler OverviewHDMA Scheduler Overview
What's HDMA Scheduler?What's HDMA Scheduler?
HDMA Scheduler is a software program that registers video files stored on your
computer as scheduled contents. You will also be able to save and export schedule
files.
Operation environmentOperation environment
HDMA Scheduler operation is not necessarily guaranteed even in the environments
satisfying all conditions below.
- OS
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional Service Pack2 or later
- CPU
Intel Pentium 4 2.4GHz or higher
- Memory
256MB or larger
- Graphics
Support for resolution of higher than 1024 x 768 dot/32 bit
- Network interface
Ethernet 100BASE-TX or better (To update contents via Network)
- CD-ROM
Required for optional software installation
- USB
One free USB 1.1 port or higher (To use USB memory device)
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Note
In order to enable the file reference function of HDMA-4000, open Internet
Explorer, [Internet Option], [Connections], [LAN settings], and change the IP
address so that Internet Explorer can access the HDMA-4000 Web console.
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InstallationInstallation
Installing HDMA SchedulerInstalling HDMA Scheduler
* Installation requires that the user be authorized as the administrator (such as the PC
administrator).
* Before starting installation close all applications running in the task tray.
Put the HDMA Scheduler CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive, and double-
1
click [setup.exe].
“InstallShield Wizard” dialog box appears
Note
Do not remove the CD-ROM until installation is completed.
Click [Next].
2
Installation
The license agreement is displayed. Click [Yes] to
3
agree to the terms of the license agreement.
* If you don’t accept the terms, click [No], which will cancel
the installation.
* If you do not agree to the license agreement you cannot
use this product.
Click [Next].
4
* Click [Browse] and select the folder or type in a different
folder name to install in another folder.
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5
6
7
Click [Next].
Click [Next].
Installation of HDMA Scheduler starts.
Click [Finish].
Installation of HDMA Scheduler is completed.
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UninstallationUninstallation
Uninstalling HDMA SchedulerUninstalling HDMA Scheduler
If you don’t need to use HDMA Scheduler anymore, you can uninstall it.
* Uninstallation requires that the user be authorized as the administrator (such as a PC
administrator).
* Before starting uninstallation, close all the other applications running in the task tray.
Click select [Control Panel] from [Start] menu.
1
Click [Add or Remove Programs].
2
Uninstallation
Select [HDMA Scheduler] and click [Change/Remove].
3
Click [OK].
4
Uninstallation starts.
Click [Finish].
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Click [X].
Uninstallation is completed.
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Using HDMA SchedulerUsing HDMA Scheduler
Starting HDMA SchedulerStarting HDMA Scheduler
From [Start] menu, select [All programs], [Canopus],
1
[HDMA Scheduler] and click [Scheduler]. Otherwise,
double-click the [HDMA Scheduler] icon on the
desktop.
[HDMA Scheduler] will start.
Note
The first time you run the HDMA Scheduler an introductory dialog will be
displayed. Click [Yes].
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HDMA Scheduler Main ScreenHDMA Scheduler Main Screen
(2)
(1) Menu bar
You can configure/operate HDMA Scheduler. (See the pages follow).
(2) Tool bar
Displays the tools providing useful functions.
(3) Channel
Displays/Edits schedules.
(4) Calendar bar
Displays the calendar.
(5) Status bar
Displays the contents.
(1)
(4)
(3)
(5)
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Menu barMenu bar
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[File] menu[File] menu
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(1) New
- Schedule
Opens the [Schedule Settings] dialog. You can set a schedule for the
currently selected channel.
- Channel
Opens the [Channel Settings] dialog. You can create a new channel.
(2) Open
Opens the selected item/channel.
(3) Content
Opens the [Content List] dialog.
(4) ContentCategory
Opens the [ContentCategory List] dialog
(5) Output the schedule
Opens the [Output schedule] dialog.
(6) Load the schedule file
Loads a schedule file (*.xml).
(7) Save As the schedule file
Saves a schedule file (*.xml).
(8) Exit
Closes the HDMA Scheduler.
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[Edit] menu[Edit] menu
(1) Undo
Undoes the last operation.
(2) Cut
Cuts the selected item.
(3) Copy
Copies the selected item to the clipboard.
(4) Paste
Pastes the item stored in the clipboard.
(5) Delete
Deletes the selected item.
(6) Find
Searches a content.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
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[View] menu[View] menu
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(1) Item
Specifies how the items are displayed (Only the title/Details).
(2) Channel
Specifies the channel width (Fixation/Variablenass).
(3) Move to today
Jumps to today’s calendar.
(4) Move to specified day
Opens the [Move To Specified Date] dialog, from which you can jump to a
specified date.
(5) Move to present time
Jumps to a specified time.
(6) Grid scale
Switches the timeline grids of the channel to the specified scale.
(7) Update in the latest information
Updates and displays the current information.
(8) Tool bar
Shows/Hides the tool bar.
(9) Status bar
Shows/Hides the status bar.
(10) Calendar bar
Shows/Hides the calendar bar.
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[Action] menu[Action] menu
(1) New Schedule
Opens the [Schedule Settings] dialog. You can set a schedule on the currently
selected channel.
(2) Copy the schedule of the day
Opens the [Copy the schedule of the day] dialog. You can copy a schedule
(date, channel) for a day.
(3) Copy the schedule selected by the time zone
Opens the [Copy the schedule selected by the time zone] dialog. You can
copy a schedule setting (time).
(4) Move all items
Opens the [Move All Items] dialog. You can move a schedule to a specified
time.
(5) Delete the schedule of the day
Opens the [Delete the schedule of the day] dialog. You can delete schedules
of a day by specifying a new date.
(6) Delete the schedule selected by the time zone
Opens the [Delete the schedule selected by the time zone] dialog. You can
delete schedules set in a period of time by specifying the period.
(7) New Channel
Opens the [Channel Settings] dialog. You can create a new channel.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
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[Help] menu[Help] menu
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(1)
(1) About Scheduler
Displays the HDMA Scheduler version.
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Creating a scheduleCreating a schedule
You can create a schedule using the HDMA Scheduler.
On a channel of the HDMA Scheduler main menu,
1
select a period in which you want to perform a
scheduled playback. Then select [File] menu,
[ContentCategory].
The [ContentCategory List] dialog opens.
Click [New].
2
The [ContentCategory Settings] dialog opens.
Fill the [Title] field and [Comment] field (if necessary),
3
and then click [OK].
The [ContentCategory Settings] dialog is closed.
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A category is registered to the [ContentCategory
4
List] dialog.
Click [Close].
The [ContentCategory List] dialog is closed.
Note
Repeat steps 1 to 4 for each of the number of contents you want to register.
Select [File] menu, [Content].
5
The [Content List] dialog opens.
Select a content category created with Steps 1 to
6
4, and click [New].
The [Edit content] dialog opens.
Click [Add].
7
The [Open] dialog opens.
Select a content to register, and click [Open].
8
The [Open] dialog is closed.
Click [OK].
9
The [Edit content] dialog is closed.
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The content has been registered to the list. Click
10
[Close].
The [Content List] dialog is closed.
Note
Repeat steps 6 to 9 for each of the number of contents you want to register.
Select [Action] menu, [New Schedule].
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The [Schedule Settings] dialog opens.
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12
13
14
Click [Select].
The [Content List] dialog opens.
Select a content to register as a schedule, and
click [OK].
The [Content List] dialog is closed.
The content to be played according to the schedule
will be registered in the [Schedule Settings] dialog.
Review the settings including [Start] and [End]
and click [OK].
The [Schedule Settings] dialog is closed.
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Review the settings and click [Yes].
15
The schedule has been registered to the channel
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on the HDMA Scheduler main screen.
Creating a schedule is now completed.
Note
You can assign the channel settings to the number keys [0]-[9] on the HDMA4000 Remote Controller.
To configure the channel settings, select [File] menu, [New], [Channel] and
open the [Channel Settings] dialog. Place a checkmark on [KEY] on the
[Channel Settings] dialog, select a KEY number from the pull-down menu,
and then click [OK].
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Exporting a scheduleExporting a schedule
You can export a created schedule as follows:
On a channel of the HDMA Scheduler main menu,
1
select a content you want to export. Then select
[File] menu, [Output the schedule].
The [Output schedule] dialog opens.
Click [Edit].
2
The [Output list] dialog opens.
Click [New].
3
The [Output Settings] dialog opens.
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Type in the title you want to export, and specify
4
the destination. To export onto an HDMA-4000,
enter the destination IP address, and click [OK].
The [Output Settings] dialog is closed.
The destination is registered to the [Output list]
5
dialog. Click [Close].
The [Output list] dialog is closed.
Review the schedule settings and click [OK].
6
Exporting a schedule is now completed.
Saving a scheduleSaving a schedule
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You can save a created schedule file.
Select [File] menu, [Save As the schedule file].
1
The [Save As] dialog opens.
Specify the destination and the file name, and
2
click [Save].
Saving a schedule is now completed.
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Loading a scheduleLoading a schedule
You can load a saved schedule file.
Select [File] menu, [Load the schedule file].
1
The [Open] dialog opens.
Select a schedule file to load and click [Open].
2
Loading a schedule is now complete.
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Chapter 4Chapter 4
This chapter provides details on how to startup/This chapter provides details on how to startup/
shutdown the HDMA-4000.shutdown the HDMA-4000.
- Startup and shutdown- Startup and shutdown
Chapter 4
Startup and shutdownStartup and shutdown
StartupStartup
Here is how to start up HDMA-4000.
Press the POWER button on the remote
1
controller.
* If the remote controller has been disabled, the HDMA-
4000 cannot be started remotely. In this case, start it by
pressing the RESET switch on the rear panel.
The POWER LED on the HDMA-4000 unit will
blink, “Boot System” will be displayed on the
LCD and the HDMA-4000 will start.
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Once the HDMA-4000 has started, the POWER
2
LED will be on, the main menu will be displayed
on the LCD and the content will start playing.
* The main menu displayed will differ according to the LCD
information settings.
Tip
If your remote controller does not function, it may be disabled in the HDMA4000 hardware settings, or the ID of the HDMA-4000 unit and that of the
remote controller may not match.
Press the MENU Key on the front panel to access the settings menu. Check
the Remote Control ID of the unit and modify the ID of the Remote Control
to the correct setting.
* For more information on the Remote Control ID, see “Remote Control ID
setting” in the Appendix.
HDMA-4000
PLAY
ShutdownShutdown
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Here is how to close down HDMA-4000.
Press the POWER button on the remote
1
controller.
* If the remote control has been disabled, the HDMA-4000
cannot be shut down remotely. Press the MENU Key on
the front panel to access the settings menu and select
“Power off” in SHUTDOWN.
The POWER LED on the HDMA-4000 unit will
blink, “Shutdown...” will be displayed on the LCD
and the HDMA-4000 will shut down.
Note
Do not shut the HDMA-4000 unit down while a content or firmware update
is in progress.
Note
Perform the shutdown procedures described above and make sure that the
POWER LED is off before disconnecting the power plug from the outlet,
otherwise the internal HDD or content files may be damaged.
Startup and shutdown
Shutdown...
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WOL (Wake On LAN)WOL (Wake On LAN)
WOL is a feature that can start the HDMA-4000 via a network when it is in a STOP
state. Shut down the HDMA-4000 with DIP switch 1 on the HDMA-4000 rear panel
set to ON, to activate the WOL (Wake on LAN) feature.
Note
If the DIP switch is changed while the HDMA-4000 is turned off, the changed
setting will not be reflected. Start the HDMA-4000 first and then shut it down
to enable the change.
Note
Do not change the settings of DIP switch 2 or DIP switch 3 on the HDMA4000 rear panel. These switches must remain OFF.
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Reference 1Reference 1
- Contents update- Contents update
Reference 1
Contents updateContents update
The contents can be updated only by copying the Content Update Control file to a
USB memory device or to the shared folder on the HDMA-4000.
Similar to the contents update, update the schedule file by copying it in the same
manner.
* The contents are monitored separately for scheduled playback and for serial control.
Contents update via a networkContents update via a network
To update the contents (movie files) and schedule file (Schedule.txt) stored on the
internal HDD of the HDMA-4000, the content files, schedule file and content update
control file (update.ctl) must be copied to the [content] folder (shared folder).
Run Internet Explorer, or Explorer, enter the IP
1
address (E.g.: \\192.168.0.16) in the address bar
and press the RETURN key.
* The IP address can be checked via the setting menu.
Open the [content] folder.
2
* The user name to access to the [content] folder is “HDMA-
4000” and the password is “hdp”.
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Copy the content file to the [content] folder.
3
* To play content using serial control, specify the title and
the chapter name within the folder structures.
Create the schedule file and copy it into the
4
[content] folder.
* A sample schedule file can be found on the product CD-
ROM, ([Schedule.txt] in the [samples] folder).
* The schedule file is not required if the contents are played
in serial control mode.
* For scheduled playback where the contents are
automatically played according to a specified date and
time, create a schedule file (Schedule.txt) with a text
editor.
Copy the [content] update control file (update.ctl)
5
to the [content] folder.
* Copy the appropriate content update control file for your
intended purpose. When script files (such as delete.sh)
exist in the folder, copy the script file first before copying
the content update control file.
The sample data of the content update control file are on
the product CD-ROM ([content update] folder in the
[samples] folder).
- Content update control file for scheduled playback
[samples] folder - [content update] folder - [Schedule]
folder (For more information, see p.54).
- Content update control file for serial control
[samples] folder - [content update] folder - [Serial] folder
(For more information, see p.54).
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Contents update
The content update starts.
6
The content playback stops and “update” is
displayed on the LCD. When the update is
complete, playback starts based on the new
schedule.
* The HDMA-4000 enters the STOP state in serial control
mode.
update
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Note
When [Samba share] is set to [Enabled] on the [Local settings] of the Web
console, the [playlist] (content folder for scheduled playback) and the [serial]
(content folder for serial control) can be accessed directly in order to write/
save, without using the content update control files.
Make sure that the HDMA-4000 is stopped before updating/deleting contents
directly.
When contents are changed without using content update functions, be sure
that the HDMA-4000 recognizes that the contents have been changed. In
scheduled playback mode, press the [MENU] button on the remote control,
or switch to serial control mode once and then return to scheduled playback
mode. In serial control mode, switch to scheduled playback mode once and
then return to serial control mode (see Reference 3).
Tip
Contents of the [Schedule] folder and [Serial] folders
Samples of the update control files are stored in the [Schedule] and [Serial]
sub-folders of the [content update] folder in the [Samples] folder on the
product CD-ROM. The sample files are categorized by function and stored
in the following folders:
[backup] Folder ...................... Moves the contents that have been stored
in the HDMA-4000 to a backup folder and
downloads the new contents. The contents in
the backup folder will not be deleted.
The contents and the schedule files in the
backup folder can be restored (See the [restore]
folder section).
[backup and delete] Folder ... Moves the contents which have been stored
in the HDMA-4000 to a backup folder and
downloads the new contents. The contents in
the backup folder will be deleted.
[copy] Folder ......................... Adds new contents to the HDMA-4000 and
keeps the contents that have already been
stored. If the contents have the same name,
the files will be overwritten.
[delete] Folder ....................... Deletes the contents stored in the HDMA-4000.
The contents in the backup folder will not be
deleted.
[delete all] Folder ................... Deletes all the contents stored in the HDMA-
4000. The contents in the backup folder will
also be deleted.
[play] Folder ........................... Regardless of the schedule file or serial control,
plays the contents stored in the HDMA-4000
consecutively. The details of the contents can
also be viewed.
[restore] Folder ...................... Restores the contents and the schedule files
from the backup folder. The backup file contents
will be restored in chronological order, with the
most recent contents first.
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Tip
Contents of the [Schedule.txt] folder
The following folders and files are stored in the [Schedule.txt] folder in the
[Sample] folder on the product CD-ROM.
Contents update
[daily] Folder ................ Specifies ‘*’ as the date in a schedule, and plays the
[date-time] Folder ........Specifies the date and the time and plays the specified
[RC] Folder ...................Plays the content defined as a channel corresponding
[repeat] Folder ............. Plays the files defined in the content block
same scheduled contents every day.
contents at the specified time.
to the key operation from the remote control or the
front panel.
repeatedly.
Contents update via USBContents update via USB
This operation is similar to that in steps 3 to 5 in the previous section. To update
contents with a USB device, copy the content (movie file), schedule file (Schedule.
txt) and content control file (update.ctl) to a USB device. Attach the USB device that
contains all the required files for updating to the USB port of the HDMA-4000. The
HDMA-4000 will automatically detect the connection of the USB device and then
the contents update will start. When the contents update is complete, playback of
the new contents or the scheduled playback will restart.
* The HDMA-4000 enters the STOP state in serial control mode.
Note
If the USB device is removed while an update is in progress, the update may
not be performed properly, damaging the files or causing playback errors.
When the contents stored on a USB device are being played directly, stop
the playback by pressing the Stop button on the remote control or the front
panel before removing the USB device. When removed, the HDMA-4000
starts playing the content stored on the HDD.
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Description of the contents update control fileDescription of the contents update control file
’#’ precedes comments. Comments can be added anywhere.
Items are delimited by a space, a tab or a comma.
Write the data type to update after “*Update” on the first line.
*Update datatype
datatype
*Schedule Updates data for scheduled playback.
*Serial Updates data for serial controlled playback.
*Play playlist.schedule Plays file directly without updating.
If playlist.schedule (the schedule file name to
*Update filename Updates the HDMA-4000 firmware (restarts the unit once
Write the copy method after “*Copy” on the second line.
This section is required when “*Update” is “*Schedule” or “*Serial.”
*Copy copytype
Copytype
*copy Copies data to the playback folder.
*file Copies the files specified by the “*File” command to the
*backup Backs up and copies the data in the playback folder.
*restore Restores the most recent backup (the data in the playback
*play Plays all the files in the playback folder, one by one.
be used for playback) is omitted, the default file
(Schedule.txt) will be used.
the update has been completed).
playback folder.
folder will be erased).
Write the third line if necessary.
This section will be ignored, unless “*Update” is with “*Schedule” or “*Serial.”
*Delete Deletes the specified file.
*Delete *backup Deletes the backup file.
*File Specifies the file to copy, when “*Copy” is specified as “*file.”
*Script Executes a shell script.
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Content update control file description sample
Reference 1
# HDMA-4000 content update file
# Write the data type to update on the first line.
*Update *Schedule
## [*Schedule | *Serial | *Play | *Update] - Write one of these.
# *Schedule - Data for scheduled playback.
# *Serial - Data for serial controlled playback.
# *Play - Plays file without updating.
# *Update - HDMA-4000 firmware update.
*Copy *backup # Backs up and copies data.
## [*copy | *file | *backup | *restore] - Write one of these.
#*Delete *backup
#*Script script01, script02, script03, script04
# Executes scripts one by one.
Description examplesDescription examples
Restoring the most recent backup
*Update *Schedule
*Copy *restore
Contents update
Note
Although the use is limited, the contents of a USB device can be played
directly. When the contents stored on a USB device are being played
directly, stop the playback by pressing the Stop button on the remote control
or the front panel before removing the USB device. When the USB device is
removed, the HDMA-4000 starts playing the contents stored on the HDD.
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Copying/deleting the specified files
*Update *Schedule
*Copy *file
*file sample1.m2t
*file sample2.m2t
*Delete sample3.m2t
Updating serial control files
*Update *Serial
*Copy *copy
Playing contents directly without copying
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*Update *Play
Playing all the files for scheduled playback one by one
*Update *Schedule
*Copy *play
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Reference 2Reference 2
- How to create contents- How to create contents
- How to create a schedule- How to create a schedule
The method explained in this chapter is an The method explained in this chapter is an
example. To create a movie that can be played example. To create a movie that can be played
on the HDMA-4000 unit, it must be encoded with on the HDMA-4000 unit, it must be encoded with
proper settings.proper settings.
If you have any difficulty with creating movies, If you have any difficulty with creating movies,
please consult your local retailer.please consult your local retailer.
Reference 2
How to create contentsHow to create contents
Output parameter settingsOutput parameter settings
Run ProCoder 3.0.
1
From the [Start] menu, select [All programs],
[Canopus], [ProCoder 3], [Canopus ProCoder 3].
Confirm that [Source] is selected in the left field
2
of the window. Click [Add] and choose the clip to
convert.
The source clip is added to the list.
3
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Click the [Target] button to open the target
4
selection screen.
Click the [Add] button.
5
In the preset selection dialog, select [System],
6
[MPEG/VOB file exporter (software)] or [MPEG
file exporter (hardware)] and click [OK].
The conversion target is added to the list.
7
Click the [Advanced] button and set the parameters.
8
* Recommended values for MPEG2 format.
- [Audio Stream Type] ... [MPEG Audio layer2]
- [Interlacing] .................. [Upper / Top Field First]
- [Profile / Level] ............. [MP@HL]
* The HDMA-4000 supports MP@HL, MP@H14 and
MP@ML.
- [Video Bitrate] .............. Up to 40Mbps is recommended.
- Check [Put Sequence Header on each GOP].
Click the [Convert] button.
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How to create contents
Click the [Convert] button.
10
The file conversion starts. The converted file will
be created in the folder specified by [Path] in
Step 8.
Note
The content name is case sensitive.
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How to create a scheduleHow to create a schedule
To execute scheduled playback on the HDMA-4000, create a schedule file with a
text editor and register (copy) it to the HDMA-4000 unit.
Description of schedule textDescription of schedule text
A schedule file is a text file named "Schedule.txt." It consists of a content definition
block and a schedule definition block.
* The composition of a schedule file varies, depending on the settings.
* The file name is case sensitive.
- Content definition block
Starting with ";Contents", it describes the content name and the content files
which are included in each block.
Write the content name at the top of the line. To specify content files, add a "Tab"
at the top of the line and write the path name (the relative path from the folder
where Schedule.txt has been saved).
* Define the contents, which are specified in the schedule, here.
The content file cannot be specified directly with the content name.
- Schedule definition block
Starting with ";Schedule", it describes the channel name and its schedule. When
multiple channels (schedules) are written, the first channel will be executed
(default setting).
Write the channel name and the date of the schedule at the top of the line and
add a TAB at the top to insert the Time. (Where "*" is specified as the Date or
Time, the schedule is executed when no schedule entry matches the current
time and date). If no schedule entry matches the current date and time, the
HDMA-4000 will enter the Stop state.
Seamless playback and volume adjustment are available in the scheduled
playback.
* Seamless playback
Seamless playback is a function whereby two different files are played seamlessly. With
the HDMA-4000, files described in the same content can be played seamlessly. To enable
seamless playback, add "1" (1: ON, 0: OFF) after the content name in the content definition
block (See *1 on the next page). The files used in seamless playback have to be encoded in the
same format and have the same parameters. Files in different formats (e.g.. MPEG2 transport
stream/program stream) cannot be used for seamless playback. When the parameters of the
files are different, the second or later files may not play properly.
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* Volume adjustment
The HDMA-4000's volume can be changed according to the schedule. To adjust the volume,
write the volume value, such as 50,50 (meaning left volume is 50, right volume is 50) at the
end of the content name in the schedule definition block (See *2 below). The volume values
can be specified in the range 0-50. When a volume value is not specified, the current volume
setting is used. Please do not specify a value out of the setting range. In the default setting,
the volume value is specified as 50,50 (0db).
How to create a schedule
;Contents
HDMAContents0
movie01.m2t
movie02.m2t
HDMAContents1
--- Content defi nition block starts
*1 --- Content name
--- Content fi le (Needs a TAB at the top of the line)
--- Change lines for multiple fi les and write similarly.
*1
movie11.m2t
movie12.m2t
HDMAContents2 0
movie21.m2t
Flag for seamless playback
0 --- Disables seamless playback
1 or none --- Enables seamless playback
movie22.m2t
;Schedule
Channel1
2005/01/23
12:00:00-12:10:00 0 HDMAContents0
12:10:00-13:00:00 1 HDMAContents1
--- Schedule defi nition block starts
--- Channel name
--- Date of the schedule
--- Content playback schedule
*2
2005/01/24
00:00:00-23:59:59 1 HDMAContents0 30,30
Date Playback time Content name Volume (Left, Right)
Flag for repeat playback
0 --- Stops when content playback ends
1 --- Repeats content playback
In the default setting, the channel appearing on the next line
after the line where ";Schedule" appears will be executed as the
default channel. (This setting can be changed.)
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Note
- The content file name and channel name have to start with letters [a-z, A-Z].
Available characters are [0-9, a-z, A-Z, |#$%&'()+-:;[]^_`{}?].
- The content file name, content name and channel name are case sensitive.
- If the content name and the repeat flags of the consecutive schedules are
the same, they are treated as a single schedule.
- Empty lines and lines starting with "#" in a schedule file will be ignored.
- The maximum length of a line in a schedule file is 1,023 bytes, including
the linefeed code.
- The time, repeat flag, content name, seamless flag and volume value have
to be delimited by a TAB.
Keys and channel namesKeys and channel names
The channel names "KEY1" to "KEY9" and "KEY0" are used as the schedule that is
executed when the relevant key is pressed on the remote control, front panel or
USB keyboard.
The channel names (KEY1 - KEY0) correspond to the following keys:
KEY1 .............Button 1 on the remote control , F1 on the Front panel,
1 on a USB keyboard (numeric keypad).
KEY2 .............Button 2 on the remote control , F2 on the Front panel,
2 on a USB keyboard (numeric keypad).
KEY3 ............. Button 3 on the remote control, F3 on the Front panel, 3
on a USB keyboard (numeric keypad).
KEY4 ............. Button 4 on the remote control or 4 on a USB keyboard
(numeric keypad).
KEY5 ............. Button 5 on the remote control or 5 on a USB keyboard
(numeric keypad).
KEY6 ............. Button 6 on the remote control or 6 on a USB keyboard
(numeric keypad).
KEY7 ............. Button 7 on the remote control or 7 on a USB keyboard
(numeric keypad).
KEY8 ............. Button 8 on the remote control or 8 on a USB keyboard
(numeric keypad).
KEY9 ............. Button 9 on the remote control or 9 on a USB keyboard
(numeric keypad).
KEY0 ............. Button 0 on the remote control or 0 on a USB keyboard
(numeric keypad).
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Operation when the schedule file is invalidOperation when the schedule file is invalid
When errors exist in the entries of a schedule file, the HDMA-4000 operates as
follows:
Error Operations
When the file specified in the content
definition block does not exist.
When the content specified in the
schedule definition block cannot be
found in the content definition block.
When the end time is earlier than the
start time in the schedule definition
block.
When the same dates exist in a
schedule definition block.
When multiple content definition
blocks or schedule definition blocks
have the same names.
If multiple contents or channels have
the same names.
The next file will be played.
Playback will be stopped.
The schedule will be ignored.
The last schedule entry will be
executed.
Playback will be stopped.
Playback will be stopped.
How to create a schedule
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Examples of a scheduleExamples of a schedule
In this section, the examples are explained in an environment where the contents
are stored as follows:
Content folder for scheduled playback
Schedule.txt
movie0.m2t
movie1.m2t
movie2.m2t
Repeating the playback of files
;Contents
HDMAContents
movie0.m2t
movie1.m2t
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* When the schedule file consists of only a content definition block, the first
content will be played repeatedly.
Playing the same schedule every day
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;Contents
HDMAContents0
movie0.m2t
HDMAContents1
movie1.m2t
HDMAContents2
movie2.m2t
;Schedule
Channel1
--- Specify the wildcard character as the schedule date.
*
08:00:00 1 HDMAContents0
12:00:00 1 HDMAContents1
19:00:00 1 HDMAContents2
21:00:00
* When the end time is omitted, the schedule is considered as having
23:59:59 specified as the end time.
* When multiple schedules contradict each other, the last one will be used.
* When no content name appears in a schedule, the playback stops for the
duration specified in the schedule.
--- Stops from 21:00 to 23:59
--- Plays from 08:00 to 11:59
--- Plays from 12:00 to 18:59
--- Plays from 19:00 to 20:59
Schedule that runs past midnight (0:00)
How to create a schedule
To play the movie0.m2t repeatedly from 23:00 on December 31 to 01:00 on January 1
;Contents
HDMAContents0
movie0.m2t
;Schedule
Channel1
2005/12/31
23:00:00-23:59:59 1 HDMAContents0
2006/01/01
00:00:00-01:00:00 1 HDMAContents0
* The content names and the repeat flags have to be the same.
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To play the movie0.m2t repeatedly from 23:00 to 1:00 (25:00) every day
;Contents
HDMAContents0
movie0.m2t
;Schedule
Channel1
*
00:00:00-01:00:00 1 HDMAContents0
23:00:00-23:59:59 1 HDMAContents0
* The content names and the repeat flags have to be the same.
Playing a different schedule on a specified date only
;Contents
HDMAContents0
movie0.m2t
HDMAContents1
movie1.m2t
HDMAContents2
movie2.m2t
;Schedule
Channel1
2006/01/15
11:00:00-12:59:59 1 HDMAContents2
*
# On a date other than the above one, the following schedule is executed
00:00:00-11:59:59 1 HDMAContents0
12:00:00-23:59:59 1 HDMAContents1
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Adjusting volume
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;Contents
HDMAContents
movie.m2t
HDMAContents0
movie0.m2t
HDMAContents1
movie1.m2t
;Schedule
Default
*
00:00:00-07:59:59 1 HDMAContents0 20,20
08:00:00-16:59:59 1 HDMAContents1 50,50
17:00:00-21:59:59 1 HDMAContents2
22:00:00-23:59:59 1 HDMAContents2 30,30
Changes volumes according to the schedule.
Specifying the time to shut the unit down
;Contents
HDMAContents
movie.m2t
;Schedule
Default
*
00:00:00-07:59:59 1 @poweroff Shuts the unit down at the specified
time.
How to create a schedule
* In the example above, the unit will be turned off at 00:00:00. (When a period
of time is specified, power off will be executed at the time given on top (at
00:00:00 in the example above).
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Playing the content specified by the buttons on the front panel
or the remote control
;Contents
HDMAContents
movie0.m2t
HDMAContents0
movie1.m2t
HDMAContents1
movie2.m2t
;Schedule
Default
* 1 HDMAContents
KEY1
* 1 HDMAContents0
KEY2
* 0 HDMAContents1
* The schedule specified as the channel corresponding to the key is executed.
* If no channel in the schedule corresponds to a key, nothing will happen.
* If the date is not specified, the time is set to "*" and the repeat flag is set
to 0 and when the playback of the content ends, the schedule of the first
channel specified the schedule file is executed.
--- Played repeatedly
--- Returns to the default schedule when playback stops
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Seamless playback setting
;Contents
HDMAContents1 1
movie.m2t
movie1.m2t
movie2.m2t
HDMAContents0 0
movie1.m2t
movie1.m2p
* When the seamless setting is not specified, the HDMA-4000 executes
seamless playback.
--- Seamless enabled
--- Seamless disabled
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- Serial control- Serial control
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Serial controlSerial control
The HDMA-4000 can be controlled from a device connected to the serial port.
The HDMA-4000 has two serial command modes: Pioneer LD/DVD mode, which is
more compatible with a Pioneer CD/DVD, and HDMA-4000(Ver.1.1x) mode, which
is a traditional serial control command mode.
These modes can be changed via a Web browser’s settings page. (See Reference 4).
Note
Synchronized playback of the HDMA-4000 is only available in the Pioneer
LD/DVD mode.
- Connection
Connect a device which has a RS-232C port to the HDMA-4000 with a serial
cable (to connect to a PC, use a cross-over cable).
- Network transmission setting
The default settings are: 9600bps, 8bits, no parity, stop bits 1. The settings can
be modified with a WEB browser (See Reference 4).
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- Command
The two characters, <CR>(0x0d) are required at the end of the command line.
When the connection and the settings are done properly, R<CR> is returned. If
an error occurs, xx<CR>* is returned.
* xx Substitutes for the error number.
Multiple commands can occur on a line (Up to 25 characters).
In command controls, do not issue further commands until a response has been
received to the previous one.
When network serial control is enabled on the Web console, the HDMA-4000
can be controlled with the same commands via the network. (Connect a device
to a specified port, 12000 is the default setting, with terminal communication
software such as Telnet.)
Note
In serial control mode, files with the extension m2p, m2t or mpg are
recognized as content files.
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Command descriptions (Pioneer LD/DVD mode)Command descriptions (Pioneer LD/DVD mode)
Note
While the Pioneer LD/DVD mode is designed to be compliant to Pioneer, its
operations are not identical to the HDMA-4000(Ver.1.1x) mode.
Supported commandsSupported commands
(arg)RJ Stops the HDD. Ignores the arguments.
SA Starts the HDD. (Playback is available without starting with this
command.)
(adrs)PL Starts playback from the current position.
With an address specified, stops at the specified position.
PA Pauses with the video displayed.
ST Pauses with the video displayed. (The same as PA)
adrs SE Pauses with the specified address displayed.
adrs SL Starts playback from a specified address.
adrs SM Sets a stop marker at a specified address.
CL Cancels auto play mode and the stop marker.
FR Uses a frame for the address mode. If the ContentFrame.idx file is
not present, this returns an error.
(See page 79 for ContentFrame.idx.)
TM Uses time for the address mode. If the ContentTime.idx file is not
present, this returns an error.
(See page 80 for ContentTime.idx.)
CH Uses a chapter for the address mode.
TI Uses a title for the address mode.
arg AU Audio settings (Supports mute only.)
0 Mute
Others Mute off
arg AD Audio settings (Supports mute only.)
arg KL Enables/Disables operations from the remote controller, etc.
0 Unlocked.
1 Locked.
2 Disables power OFF.
3 Disables operations from the front panel.
4 Disables power OFF and operations from the front panel.
5 Disables operations from the remote controller.
RM Switches to repeat mode.
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arg SK Jumps chapters.
?A Returns current positions.
?R Returns the title number at the current position.
?C Returns the chapter number at the current position.
?Y Returns the frame number of the title currently played.
WW Specifies the time.
arg MS Specifies repeat mode.
?P Returns the current mode.
?X Returns the product name (HDMA-4000).
?W Returns the time Style: YYMMDDWWHHMMSS
?S Returns the repeat mode settings.
?E Returns the most recent error code.
?Z Returns the HDMA-4000 version.
1 Next chapter.
2 Previous chapter.
3 Top of the current chapter.
Style: TTCCMMMMSS
TT: Title number (2 digits), CC: Chapter number (2 digits), MMMM,
SS: Time (Not supported. Always returns 0).
Style: TT Title number (2 digits).
Style: CC Chapter number (2 digits).
Style: YYMMDDWWHHMMSS
WW<CR>
Specify this as YYMMDDWWHHMMSS<CR>
0MS Does not repeat. (Stops at the last title.)
8MS Repeats the chapter.
16MS Repeats the title.
24MS Repeats all the titles.
Style: PMM (MM Operation mode).
P04 Playing video.
P05 Paused.
P06 Stopped.
Year, Month, Date, Day of Week (Mon:00 - Sun:06), Hour, Minute,
Second.
* The part in brackets "( )" can be omitted. When omitted, the default value is used.
* Only PO, POFF and ?I are available in scheduled playback mode.
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Unique extended commandsUnique extended commands
SO Stops playback (With a blank screen).
arg VO
arg VL
arg VR
arg PO Controls mode.
(arg)POFF Turns the power off (99POFF will reboot the unit.)
CR Changes the content root folder.
arg CD Changes the drive to search for contents.
?O Returns the volume settings.
?L Number of contents.
?U Number of sync lists. (Available to communicate/Total number.)
arg RX Advanced settings. (Write the sum of the setting values.)
$X Loads advanced settings.
?I Returns the IP address.
argVO Specifies volume.
argVL VO=Equal volume on the left and right, VL=Left,
VR=Right.
argVR 0-50.
0PO Switches to play list mode.
1PO Switches to DVD mode.
Specify the relative path from the serial control content folder with
enclosing quotation marks.
The operation mode will be initialized.
0 Internal HDD.
1 USB drive.
2 - 5 Network drives A - D.
Style: LLRR LL Left volume, RR Right volume.
* For units other than the HDMA-4000Sync, this will always be
(0/0).
1 Uses a blank screen when stopped.
2 Does not display the top of the file in SE.
4 Does not clear repeat mode in CL.
Returns R when the IP address is not specified.
Serial control
* Only PO and POFF are available in scheduled playback mode.
Note
When multiple commands are written on one line, if the next command is
sent before a response is returned, the next command will be executed,
ignoring commands that have not yet been executed. In this case, sending a
<CR> will abort the execution of multiple commands.
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Changing serial control settings and the sync unit listChanging serial control settings and the sync unit list
To change the HDMA-4000 operations to a specific command, create the following
settings file [psctl.conf] in the [serial] folder and reboot the HDMA-4000 unit.
* For a sample of [psctl.conf], see the [Serial contents] folder on the product’s CD-ROM.
- psctl.conf example
SYNC Lists the HDMA-4000Sync host name to synchronize. Required
to execute synchronized playback with multiple units.
stop_mode 0 Stops with the final image displayed.
1 Stops with a blank screen displayed.
se_mode 0 When the adrsSE command is executed, stops with the first
image displayed.
1 When the adrsSE command is executed, stops with a blank
screen displayed. (Playback will not start internally.)
* In sync mode, regardless of this setting, stops with the first image
displayed.
clrm_mode 0 Clears repeat mode with the CL command.
1 Does not clear repeat mode with the CL command.
play_sm 0 In adrsPL, does not return R until stopped.
1 Immediately returns R even in adrsPL.
po_every 0 When 0PO/1PO is the same as the current state, only returns
R.
1 Regardless of the current state, executes the change at 0PO/
1PO.
drive_ext 0 To use a USB, NAS Drive, use the root (/) directory.
1 To use a USB, NAS Drive, use the /serial directory of the
drive.
cmdqi_ext 0 Returns the IP address to the ?I command.
1 An error occurs.
*When this setting’s value is not defined, it will be set to 0.
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ERROR codesERROR codes
E00 ............ Communication error.
E04 ............ Unavailable function.
E06 ............ Invalid parameter.
E11 ............ Disk not present.
E12 ............ Search address cannot be found.
E15 ............ Picture stopped.
E16 ............ Control, from key/remote controller/remote serial, detected while a
command is in progress.
E99 ............ A fatal error has occurred.
R ................ Communication ends properly (response to a command that does not
return values).
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Controls by frame or timeControls by frame or time
When using serial control with a laserdisc, the playback starting position can be
specified by frame or timecode of the disk.
In HDMA-4000, create a ContentFrame.idx file where content frames are registered,
or a ContentTime.idx file where timecodes are registered and place these in the
[serial] folder, to enable the supported commands, FR and TM, thus enabling search
and playback in accordance with the contents’ frame or timecode.
* If the contents registered in the ContentFrame.idx or ContentTime.idx files do not exist, all serial
controls based on the frame/timecode will return errors.
- FR command
In order to use the FR command, create a ContentFrame.idx file in the [serial]
folder.
The descriptions in the ContentFrame.idx file are as follows:
Frame number [TAB] File name,0
* [TAB] represents a tab character.
* Always add the ,0 characters to the end of a file name.
For example, to play multiple contents back using serial controls, in the event
that the contents are sequential frames on a laserdisc, use the following
descriptions:
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FR # Changes to frame specification mode.
1SE # Displays 1 frame.
1000PL # Plays until frame 1000 and stops.
1001SE # Displays frame 1001.
2000PL # Plays until frame 2000 and stops.
2501SE # Displays frame 2501.
2800PL # Plays until frame 2800 and stops.
ContentFrame.idx Sample
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1 file-01.m2t,0
1000 file-01_stop.m2t,0
1001 file-02.m2t,0
2000 file-02_stop.m2t,0
2501 file-03.m2t,0
2800 file-03_stop.m2t,0
Frame number
* With serial controls, because the contents will be played in ascending
alphabetical order in accordance with the file name, frame numbers must
be assigned consistently with the ascending alphabetical order of file
names.
File name ,0
Also note that, in the above example, the following six content files must be
placed in the [serial] folder.
file-01.m2t #Content that substitutes for frames 1 to 1000.
file-02.m2t #Content that substitutes for frames 1001 to 2000.
file-03.m2t #Content that substitutes for frames 2501 to 2800.
file-01_stop.m2t #Dummy file 1 for specifying the stopping frame.
file-02_stop.m2t #Dummy file 2 for specifying the stopping frame.
file-03_stop.m2t #Dummy file 3 for specifying the stopping frame.
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* For dummy files that specify the stopping frame, place MPEG2 files in the folder. (In this
example, 3 files are required.)
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- TM command
In order to use the TM command, create a ContentTime.idx file in the [serial]
folder.
The descriptions contained in ContentTime.idx are as follows:
Timecode [TAB] File name,0
* [TAB] represents the tab character.
* Always add the ,0 characters at the end of a file name.
For example, to playback multiple contents using serial controls, in the event
that the contents are sequential frames on a laserdisc, use the following
descriptions:
TM # Switches to time specification mode.
60SE # Plays the frame that corresponds to 60 second.
100PL # Plays to the frame that corresponds to 100 second and stops.
3600SE # Plays the frame that corresponds to 3600 second.
3800PL # Plays to the frame that corresponds to 3800 second and stops.
ContentTime.idx Sample
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60 file2-01.m2t,0
100 file2-01_stop.m2t,0
3600 file2-02.m2t,0
3800 file2-02_stop.m2t,0
Timecode
* With serial controls, because the contents will be played in ascending alphabetical
order in accordance with the file name, frame numbers must be assigned consistently
with the ascending alphabetical order of the file names.
File name ,0
Also note that, in the above example, the following four content files must be
placed in the [serial] folder.
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file2-01.m2t # Content that corresponds to 60 to 100 second.
file2-02.m2t # Content that corresponds to 3600 to 3800 second.
file2-01_stop.m2t # Dummy file 1 for specifying the stopping position.
file2-02_stop.m2t # Dummy file 2 for specifying the stopping position.
* For dummy files to specify the stopping position, place MPEG2 files in the folder (in this
example, two files).
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Command descriptions (HDMA-4000 Ver.1.X mode)Command descriptions (HDMA-4000 Ver.1.X mode)
Supported commandsSupported commands
(adrs)PL Starts playback from the current position.
ST Pauses with the video displayed.
adrs SE Pauses with the specified address displayed.
adrs SL Starts playback from a specified address.
CH Uses the chapter for address mode.
TI Uses the title for address mode.
arg AD Audio settings (Supports mute only).
?A Returns current positions.
?R Returns the title number at the current position.
?C Returns the chapter number at the current position.
arg MS Specifies repeat mode.
?P Returns the current operation mode of the player.
?S Returns the repeat mode settings.
SO Stops playback. (With a blank screen.)
arg VO
arg VL
arg VR
arg PO Control modes.
With an address specified, stops at the specified position.
Style: TTCCMMMMSS
TT Title number (2 digits), CC Chapter number (2 digits), MMMM,SS
Time.(Not supported. Always returns 0.)
Style: TT Title number (2 digits).
Style: CC Title number (2 digits).
0MS Does not repeat. (Stops at the last title.)
8MS Repeats the chapter.
16MS Repeats the title.
24MS Repeats all the titles.
Style: PMM (MM Operation mode).
P04 Playing video.
P05 Paused.
P06 Stopped.
argVO Specifies the volume.
argVL VO=Same volume on the left and right, VL=Left,
VR=Right.
argVR 0-50.
0PO Switches to the scheduled playback mode. (Default)
1PO Switches to serial control mode.
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POFF Turns the HDMA-4000 off.
“dir”CR Changes the folder in which to search for contents.
Specify the relative path from the serial control content folder,
enclosed in quotation marks (“ “).
Operation mode will be initialized.
arg CD Changes the drive on which to search for contents.
0 Internal HDD.
1 USB drive.
2 - 5 Network drives A – D.
?O Returns the volume settings.
Style: LLRR
LL Left volume
RR Right volume
?I Returns the IP address.
Returns R when an IP address is not specified.
* The characters enclosed in () can be omitted. If omitted, default values are used.
* In scheduled playback mode, only P0, POFF and ?I are available.
Error codesError codes
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Serial control
E00 .......... Communication error.
E04 .......... Unavailable function.
E06 .......... Invalid parameter.
E12 .......... Search address cannot be found.
E99 .......... Fatal error occurred.
R ............. Communication ends properly (response to a command that does not
return values).
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How to use serial controlHow to use serial control
When the HDMA-4000 is set to scheduled playback mode, send a
1
command, 1PO, to the serial port and switch the unit to serial control
mode.
Send a command, CH, SE, to the content you want to play and move to it.
2
* Send TI2SECH3SE to move to Title 2, Chapter 3.
Send a command, PL, to start playback.
3
Set the repeat mode with the MS command, if necessary.
4
To return to the scheduled playback, send a 0PO command.
5
- The default state of serial control mode
Current position ..................Title 1, Chapter 1.
Address mode ....................Specified by title.
Repeat mode ......................Repeat disabled.
Operating mode .................Stopped.
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Managing a content fileManaging a content file
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To retain compatibility with serial control of generic DVDs/LDs, the title and chapter
are used as the address specification mode. Unlike those of DVDs/LDs, these
address values are given title and chapter numbers based on the folder construction
on the HDD.
On the HDMA-4000, all the content files should be stored in a specific folder (the
content folder for serial controlled playback). Any folder and content files can be
placed in a content folder for serial controlled playback.
Chapters correspond to the content files, while titles correspond to the folders
where multiple content files are stored. Note that the order of titles is decided by
the sorting result of the folder names and the order of chapters is decided by
the sorting result of the content file names. The maximum number for titles and
chapters is 99.
01Content.mpg
Content folder for serial
controlled playback
01Title
02Content.m2p
03Content.m2t
04Content.m2p
01Content.m2p
02Title
Serial control
01Content.mpg
03Title
The details of each address mode are described on the following pages.
02Content.mpg
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TitleTitle
A sub-folder or a content file in the content folder for serial controlled playback is
regarded as a title. When a sub-folder is in the content folder for serial controlled
playback, the group of content files in it is regarded as a title. The items in the
content folder for serial controlled playback are sorted and given serial numbers
starting from 1 so these can be used as title numbers.
Tip
In the following file construction, the "01Title" folder will be title 1 and if
playback is selected, "01Chapter.mpg" and "02Chapter.m2t" will be played.
Title 2 will be the "02Title.mpg" file.
01Chapter.mpg
Content folder for serial
controlled playback
01Title
02Title.mpg
02Chapter.m2t
ChapterChapter
A content file in a title folder is regarded as a chapter. A sub-folder in a title folder
is also regarded as a chapter. The files in the title folder are sorted and given serial
numbers starting from 1 so as to use these as chapter numbers. Before specifying
an address by chapter number, make sure to set the title numbers first. When a
search is performed with a chapter number specified, the specified chapter position
of the current title will be found.
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Tip
In the following file construction, Chapter 1 of Title 1 will be "01Chapter.mpg",
while Chapter 2 of Title 1 will be "01Content.mpg" and "02Content.mpg."
Note that Chapter 1 of Title 2 will be "02Title.mpg" and Chapter 2 does not
exist. (Returns E12 when searched.)
01Chapter.mpg
Content folder for serial
controlled playback
01Title
02Title.mpg
02Chapter
01Content.mpg
02Content.mpg
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Seamless playbackSeamless playback
Seamless playback can be enabled/disabled from the Web console. When seamless
playback is enabled, all the files under the content folder will be played seamlessly.
Seamless playback is available only for sequential playback. When content is
skipped because of a command, seamless playback will not be performed.
To enable seamless playback, the files have to be encoded in the same format and
have the same parameters. When seamless playback is attempted with files that
have different parameters, the second or later files may not play properly. To play
files that are incompatible with seamless playback, use a Web browser and disable
seamless playback on the settings page.
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HDMA-4000
Reference 4Reference 4
- Setup using the front panel- Setup using the front panel
- Setup using Web browser- Setup using Web browser
- Updating firmware- Updating firmware
- Maintenance Mode- Maintenance Mode
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Setup using the front panelSetup using the front panel
Settings menuSettings menu
Enter the settings menu with the MENU key or the key . Choose a setting by using
the or key of the Select keys. Configure settings by using the or key.
* The system may have to be restarted for some settings to take effect.
1.VIDEO ......................... Specifies the video format.
2.NETWORK .................. Configures the network settings.
3.SYSTEM ..................... Configures date/time, remote control ID and LCD
information settings.
4.CONTENTS DRIVE ....Specifies the default content settings.
5.INFORMATION .......... Displays system information.
6.SHUTDOWN .............. Shuts down or restarts the HDMA-4000.
Key operations in setting menuKey operations in setting menu
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key key
key ENTER key
key Cancel key
or
or
MENU Key
Selects setting.
Adopts the setting.
Cancels the setting.
Exits the settings menu.
Not used.
1.VIDEO1.VIDEO
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MENU
1.VIDEO
VIDEO
1.Output
VIDEO
[ 1080/59.94i ]
VIDEO
[ 720/59.94p
VIDEO
[ 1080/50i
VIDEO
[ 720/50p
VIDEO
[ 1080/59.94i(DVI) ]
VIDEO
[ 720/59.94p(DVI) ]
Setup using the front panel
Specifies the video output format.
Outputs a 1080/59.94i HD signal.
]
]
]
Outputs a 720/59.94p HD signal.
Outputs a 1080/50i HD signal.
Outputs a 720/50p HD signal.
Outputs a 1080/59.94i DVI signal.
Outputs a 720/59.94p DVI signal.
VIDEO
[ 1080/50i(DVI) ]
VIDEO
[ 720/50p(DVI) ]
VIDEO
[ NTSC(J)
VIDEO
[ NTSC(US)
]
]
Outputs a 1080/50i DVI signal.
Outputs a 720/50p DVI signal.
Outputs a 480/59.94i (NTSC for
Japan) SD signal.
Outputs a 480/59.94i (NTSC for
North America) SD signal.
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VIDEO
[ PAL
VIDEO
2.Aspect
Aspect
[ 16:9
Aspect
[ 4:3
VIDEO
3.Display mode
Display mode
[ Letter box
Display mode
[ Panscan
Display mode
[ Full
]
]
]
]
]
]
Outputs a 576/50i (PAL) SD signal.
Specifies the monitor aspect ratio
according to the monitor being
used.
Select this when a 16:9 monitor is
used.
Select this when a 4:3 monitor is
used.
Specify the display method for the
monitor at an aspect ratio of 4:3.
The top and bottom of the screen
is black when the content aspect
ratio is 16:9.
The sides of the video are trimmed
when the content aspect ratio is
16:9.
Displays the picture in full-screen
mode.
* Do not connect a TV to the component output port in DVI output modes.
* The DVI signal may not be displayed properly on some PC monitors.
* The default setting is [Video 1080/59.94i].
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2.NETWORK2.NETWORK
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MENU
2.NETWORK
NETWORK
1.IP configuration
IP configuration
[ DHCP
IP configuration
[ AUTOIP
IP configuration
[ Manual
Manual setting
1.IP address
IP address
192.168.0.10
Manual setting
2.Subnet mask
]
]
]
Setup using the front panel
Specifies the IP address.
Specifies the IP address using DHCP.
Pressing the ENTER key or the key
sets the IP address automatically and
returns to the parent menu.
Detects an available address on the
network and uses it.
Specifies the IP address manually.
Pressing the ENTER key or key
opens the sub-menu.
Specifies the IP address.
Specifies the subnet mask.
Subnet mask
255.255.255.000
Manual setting
3.Default gateway
Default gateway
192.168.0.1
IP configuration
[ None
]
Specifies the default gateway.
Network is not used.
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2.DNS Configuration
DNS Configuration
1.Preferred DNS
Preferred DNS
192.168.1.1
DNS Configuration
2.Alternate DNS
Alternate DNS
192.168.1.2
* The default setting is [IP configuration DHCP].
Specifies the DNS.
* When the IP address is specified by DHCP,
this setting is ignored.
Specifies the preferred DNS.
Specifies the alternate DNS.
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3.SYSTEM3.SYSTEM
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MENU
3.SYSTEM
SYSTEM
1.Date
Date
2006/02/28 11:40
SYSTEM
2.Remocon ID
Remocon ID
[ ID0
Remocon ID
[ ID1
Remocon ID
[ ID2
Remocon ID
[ ID3
]
]
]
]
Setup using the front panel
Specifies the date and the time.
Specifies the remote control ID.
* For more information on the Remote Control
ID, see "Remote Control ID setting" in the
Appendix.
Sets the remote control ID to 0.
Sets the remote control ID to 1.
Sets the remote control ID to 2.
Sets the remote control ID to 3.
Remocon ID
[ Disable
]
Disables remote control.
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3.LCD information
LCD information
[ Player status ]
LCD information
[ IP address
]
LCD information
[ Date
* The default setting is [Remocon ID ID0], [LCD Information Player status].
]
Specifies the information displayed
on the LCD.
Displays the operational status of the
HDMA-4000 on the LCD.
Displays the IP address on the LCD.
Displays the date and the time on the
LCD.
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4.CONTENTS DRIVE4.CONTENTS DRIVE
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MENU
4.CONTENTS DRIVE
CONTENTS DRIVE
1.Schedule
Schedule
[Internal
Schedule
[USB ]
Schedule
[Network A ]
Schedule
[Network B ]
Schedule
[Network C
Schedule
[Network D ]
CONTENTS DRIVE
2.Serial Control
]
]
Setup using the front panel
Specifies the default content drive for
scheduled playback.
Specifies the internal drive as the
default content drive.
Specifies the connected USB device
as the default content drive.
Specifies network drive A as the
default content drive.
Specifies network drive B as the
default content drive.
Specifies network drive C as the
default content drive.
Specifies network drive D as the
default content drive.
Specifies the default content drive for
serial control.
Serial Control
[Internal
Serial Control
[USB ]
Serial Control
[Network A ]
Serial Control
[Network B ]
]
Specifies the internal drive as the
default content drive.
Specifies the connected USB device
as the default content drive.
Specifies network drive A as the
default content drive.
Specifies network drive B as the
default content drive.
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Serial Control
[Network C ]
Serial Control
[Network D ]
Specifies network drive C as the
default content drive.
Specifies network drive D as the
default content drive.
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5.INFORMATION5.INFORMATION
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MENU
5.INFORMATION
IP=192.168.0.16
MA=00:20:11:01:00:89
Sub=255.255.255.0
G/W=192.168.0.1
DNS1=192.168.1.1
DNS2=192.168.1.2
Operating time
7 days
System Version
1.5.0
6.SHUT DOWN6.SHUT DOWN
MENU
6.SHUTDOWN
Setup using the front panel
Displays the IP address.
Displays the MAC address.
Displays the subnet mask.
Displays the default gateway.
Displays the preferred DNS.
Displays the alternate DNS.
Displays the duration of internal HDD
usage (dates).
Displays the system version.
SHUTDOWN
[ Power off
SHUTDOWN
[ Reboot
Tip
If the MENU key is pressed and a setting has not being changed, the setting
will end. If some settings have been changed, the confirmation screen will be
displayed, asking whether or not the changed settings should be saved.
A reboot screen will be displayed for some settings.
]
]
Shuts down the HDMA-4000.
Restarts the HDMA-4000.
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Setup using Web browserSetup using Web browser
Accessing the HDMA-4000 Setup pageAccessing the HDMA-4000 Setup page
Use a computer on the same network as the HDMA-4000. Start your Web browser
and then access the Setup screen (Web page) of the HDMA-4000 you want to set up.
If the HDMA-4000 IP address is 192,168. 0. 16, enter as follows:
http://192. 168. 0. 16/
Preparation and starting the Web consolePreparation and starting the Web console
Required systemRequired system
Operations are checked only with Internet Explorer 6 (IE6). Use a Windows XP PC
on which IE6 is available.
PC settingsPC settings
The PC has to be on the same network as the HDMA-4000 to configure it. The
network settings of the PC also have to comply with the network environment of
the HDMA-4000.
DHCP Sets the PC to acquire an IP address automatically.
Auto IP Sets the PC to acquire an IP address automatically. On Windows
XP, if a DHCP server does not exist, an address is allocated by
AutoIP.
Manual Specify the IP address and subnet mask, based on the network
environment being connected to.
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