MediaEdge-STB3
Operation Guide
MediaEdge-STB3
Operation Guide
November 30, 2006
Copyright © 2006 Canopus Co., Ltd.
All rights reserved.
Engineered by Canopus Co., Ltd.
Copyright Regulations
It is illegal for anyone to violate any of the rights provided by the copyright laws to the owner of copyright,
except for fair use (mainly private noncommercial use). Also, in certain cases copying is prohibited with no
exceptions. In no event shall Canopus be liable for any direct or indirect damages whatsoever arising from
the use of captured materials.
Warranty
Your MediaEdge-STB3 options are covered by a limited warranty when you register your Canopus product.
This warranty is for a period of three years from the date of purchase from Canopus or an authorized
Canopus agent. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Canopus product and is not
transferable. Canopus Co., Ltd warrants 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, modifi cations and/or repair. Proof of purchase is required to validate your warranty.
Canopus is not responsible for any lost profi ts, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages
arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product. 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 fi tness 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 offi ce or
distributor.
WARNING
The following conditions indicate the potential for serious bodily injury or loss of life.
Health precautions
In rare cases, fl ashing 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.
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 MediaEdge-STB3. 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 specifi ed voltage
Do not operate at other than the specified voltages of AC 100-240V. Operation at other than the rated
voltage may result in fi re or malfunction.
Do not operate with other than the specifi ed power supply
Do not operate with other than the specifi ed AC adapter, or with a car power supply. Such operation may
result in fi re 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 fi re, electrical shock, or malfunction. Altering the cord, or excessively bending or pulling the
cord may result in fi re 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.
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 fi re 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 fi re 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.
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 fi re 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, fi re 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, fi re 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 fi re 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, fi re 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.
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 MediaEdge-STB3 when you
turn the power of the MediaEdge-STB3 ON/OFF. You may hear a loud noise when you turn the power ON/
OFF.
Do not cover the MediaEdge-STB3 ventilation
Do not use the MediaEdge-STB3 covered with a cloth or in an ill-ventilated room.
Covering the vent may cause heat inside of the product resulting in fi re or product malfunction.
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.
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.
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: ME-STB3(A)
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Product Notes
1. Unauthorized copying of a portion or the entirety of this product is prohibited.
2. The description and specifi cations 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 profi ts, 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.
7. Canopus, as written in both English and Japanese, and its logo are registered trademarks of Canopus
Co., Ltd.
8. MediaEdge is a trademark of Canopus Co., Ltd. Other product names and the like are trademarks or
registered trademarks of the respective companies.
About the Documentation
This document is the MediaEdge-STB3 Operation 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.
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.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Using MediaEdge-STB3
1 Introduction .................................................................................... 2
1-1 Notes regarding usage .............................................................................2
2 MediaEdge-STB3 .......................................................................... 3
2-1 Overview ..................................................................................................3
2-2 Users and Administrators .........................................................................3
2-3 MediaEdge-STB3 Operating Modes ........................................................4
3 MediaEdge-STB3 Parts Names .................................................... 5
3-1 Front Panel ...............................................................................................5
3-2 Rear Panel ...............................................................................................6
3-3 Remote Controller ....................................................................................7
4 Startup and shutdown ................................................................... 8
4-1 Startup ......................................................................................................8
4-2 Shutdown .................................................................................................9
5 Menu mode .................................................................................. 10
5-1 Menu screen ...........................................................................................10
5-2 Playing back contents .............................................................................11
6 Channel mode .............................................................................. 12
6-1 Default content ........................................................................................12
6-2 Playing content - Specifying numbers - ...................................................13
6-3 Playing content in numerical sequence ...................................................13
7 Playback screen ........................................................................... 14
7-1 OSD menu ..............................................................................................14
8 System information ....................................................................... 17
8-1 System information .................................................................................17
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1 Introduction
1-1 Notes 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,
MediaEdge
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.
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