Extron electronic SMD 101 User Manual 2

SMD 101

H.264 Streaming Media Decoder

User Guide

Streaming AV Products

68-2231-01 Rev. A

03 14

Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions • English

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For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF
compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and
Regulatory Compliance Guide, part number 68-290-01, on the Extron website,

www.extron.com.

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Extron 安全规范指南，产品编号 68-290-01。

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FCC Class A 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. The ClassA limits 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 interference; the user must correct the interference at
his own expense.

NOTE: For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances,

EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the
“Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.

Copyright

© 2014 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved.

Trademarks

All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.

The following registered trademarks®, registered service marks

(SM)

, and trademarks

(TM)

are the property of

RGBSystems, Inc. or Extron Electronics:

Registered Trademarks

AVTrac, Cable Cubby, CrossPoint, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Extron, Flat Field, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, Inline, IPIntercom,
IPLink, Key Minder, LockIt, MediaLink, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch,
SystemINTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V-Lock, VersaTools, VN-Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XTP, and XTP Systems

Registered Service Mark

AAP, AFL (Accu-Rate Frame Lock), ADSP (Advanced Digital Sync Processing), Auto-Image, CDRS (Class D Ripple Suppression), DDSP (Digital
Display Sync Processing), DMI (Dynamic Motion Interpolation), DriverConfigurator, DSPConfigurator, DSVP (Digital Sync Validation Processing),
FastBite, FOXBOX, IP Intercom HelpDesk, MAAP, MicroDigital, ProDSP, QS-FPC (QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller), Scope-Trigger, SIS,
Simple Instruction Set, Skew-Free, SpeedNav, Triple-Action Switching, XTRA, ZipCaddy, ZipClip

(SM)

: S3 Service Support Solutions

Trademarks (™

(®)

)

Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications

The following notifications are used in this guide:

CAUTION: A caution indicates a situation that may result in minor injury.

ATTENTION: Attention indicates a situation that may damage or destroy the product or

associated equipment.

NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.

TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.

Software Commands

Commands are written in the fonts shown here:

^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C

[01] R 0004 00300 00400 00800 00600 [02] 35 [17] [03]

E X! *X1&* X2)* X2#* X2! CE}

NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses mentioned

in this guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O” is the capital
letter “o.”

Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font
shown here:

Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:

Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are
written in the font shown here:

Specifications Availability

Product specifications are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.

Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32

C:\Program Files\Extron

ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t

SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX

From the File menu, select New.
Click the OK button.

Contents

Introduction .................................................... 1

About this Guide ................................................. 1

About the SMD101 ............................................ 1

Video Output .................................................. 3

Output Resolution and EDID Support Table ... 4

Suggested PC Requirements .......................... 5

Supported formats: ........................................ 5

Features ............................................................. 6

Panels and Cabling ......................................... 8

Front Panel Features ........................................... 8

Rear Panel Features ........................................... 9

SMD101 Rear Panel Reset .......................... 12

SMD101 Power Up Procedure ........................ 13

Hardware Setup Overview ................................ 13

Web-based User Interface ...........................14

Overview of the Web-based User Interface ....... 14

Accessing the Web-based User Interface ......... 14

Page Overview ................................................. 15

Player Page ...................................................... 16

Player Controls ............................................ 16

Browser ........................................................ 18

Browser Panel - Streams .............................. 19

Browser Panel - Files .................................... 20

Lists.............................................................. 22

Playlist Editor ................................................ 25

Configuration Page ........................................... 28

Video Configuration ...................................... 28

Audio Configuration ...................................... 30

On Screen Display ........................................ 31

Automation ................................................... 32

Advanced Configuration Page .......................... 34

Connection .................................................. 34

Firmware Loader ........................................... 36

Exec/Power Mode ........................................ 39

Date and Time .............................................. 40

Password ..................................................... 40

Reset Device ................................................ 42

SNMP ........................................................... 43

Device Information Page ................................... 44

Status Page ...................................................... 45

Browser Idle ..................................................... 47

Advanced Player Configuration ................... 48

Loading Content to Local Storage

Using SFTP ..................................................... 48

Play Video on Demand ..................................... 51

Play Video from a Network Share ................. 51

SME100 Stream Discovery .............................. 53

Connecting to Streams Without SAP

Announcements .............................................. 54

UDP or RTP Connections ............................. 54

HTTP Connection to an SME100 ................. 54

IR Remote Control ........................................ 56

Remote Communication and Control .......... 57

Connection Options .......................................... 57

RS-232 Port ................................................. 57

Front Panel Configuration Port ...................... 58

LAN (Ethernet) Port........................................... 59

Verbose Mode .............................................. 60

Host-to-device Communications ...................... 61

SMD101-initiated Messages ........................ 61

Password Information ................................... 61

Using the Command and

Response Tables ......................................... 61

Error Responses ........................................... 62

Simple Control Port Commands - Telnet

and Web-browser Accessible ...................... 63

Command and Response Tables ...................... 67

Basic SIS Commands ................................... 67

Player SIS Commands .................................. 74

SMD101 • Contents v

Reference Information ................................. 81

Parts and Accessories ...................................... 81

Mounting the SMD101 .................................... 81

Tabletop Use ................................................ 81

Rack Mounting ............................................. 82

Furniture Mounting........................................ 82

Table or Wall Mounting .................................. 82

SMD101 Reset Summary ................................ 83

Optimum Network Share Performance ............. 85

Network Shares Dialog ................................. 85

Configuring Windows 7 for

Network File Sharing ....................................... 86

Copying Config Files Using Internet Explorer ..... 92

DataViewer ....................................................... 93

Glossary ........................................................... 94

SMD101 • Contents vi

Introduction

This section gives an overview of the user guide and describes the SMD101 and its
features. Topics that are covered include:

• About this Guide

• About the SMD101

• Features

About this Guide

This guide contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the SMD101.

In this guide:

• Codec or H.264 refers to the H.264/MPEG-4 Part 10 AVC codec.

• Stream can refer to audio, video, or both that is received by the SMD101 and

constantly decoded for display.

About the SMD101

The SMD101 is a compact, high performance H.264 decoder used in applications that
require live AV streaming or file playback from files located on other network devices and
shared. The SMD101 can decode and display one SD or HD stream and output a single
HDMI signal supporting resolutions up to 1920x1200 (60 fps, progressive). The video output
can be scaled and its aspect ratio modified. The Extron SMD101 is compatible with all
SME100 HD and SD encoder streaming protocols and resolutions.

The SMD101 can be controlled using IR, RS-232, or Ethernet. Ethernet to RS-232
pass-through for display control is possible.

The SMD101 decodes H.264/MPEG-4 AVC streams or clips and outputs HDMI video with
embedded audio for display on any HDMI compatible device (see figure 1 on the next page).

SMD101 • Introduction 1

Sound System

b

Extron
SME 100

Streaming
Encoder

Network Attached

a

Storage

VCR

DVD

DOC
CAM

LAPTOP

ON

OFF

DISPLAY
MUTE

SCREEN

UP

SCREEN
DOWN

PC

Extron

Extron
TLP 700TV

Touch Panel

Select:

Internet/
Network

SME 100

CODER

EDIA EN

STREAMING M

ADJUST

MENU NEXT

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2

1

CONFIG

Local Storage

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(internal)

HDMI

OUTPUTS

Ethernet

RESET

LAN

RS-232

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AUDIO

S G

L R

Audio

a NAS
b Stream
c

Local

Extron
SI 26

Surface-mount
Speakers

POWER
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SMD 101

Streaming
Media Decoder

HDMI/RGB

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Figure 1. Typical SMD101 Application

SMD101 • Introduction 2

Video Output

The SMD101 can decode and display one SD or HD stream. The optional handheld
IR remote control allows channel preset recall and channel navigation. The SMD101
automatically detects transport and stream formats and decodes the content for
presentation to the display.

A channel list can be defined that allows simple selection of individual streams. The user can
import or export source selection data including URLs and associated data from the channel
list. This is an extension of the configuration save or restore capability that can save box and
IP configuration settings for the product as a separate xml file.

The channel list can be accessed with a remote control (not included) for selection and
playing streams included in the list.

The SMD101 decodes all common stream resolutions and frame rates.

NOTES: The SMD101 does not support decoding of encrypted content.

The SMD101 can be configured using a host PC or laptop connected to the front
panel USB Config port, the RJ-45 LAN connector, or the RS-232 port (see Remote

Communication and Control on page57). A compatible web browser on a control PC

connected to the same network as the SMD101 can access the embedded HTML pages.
A video confidence display allows image monitoring from the user interface while making
configuration and control adjustments.

Video output parameters are configured automatically for the connected display based
on the display EDID, or can be configured manually using a browser and the video
configuration page.

NOTE:

• The SMD101 does frame rate conversion between the input stream frame rate

and the output frame rate, scaling from the source resolution and output resolution,
and aspect ratio between fit (zoom), fill, and follow as required.

• Fill and follow background, when necessary, is black.

The SMD101 by default, automatically outputs video corresponding to EDID data from the
connected display within the resolution and rate combinations (see Output Resolution and

EDID Support Table on page4). The output rates available are limited by the display

capabilities. EDID data exchange is compatible with E-EDID V2.0 (EDID data structure 1.4)
and EIA/CEA-861E.

SMD101 • Introduction 3

Output Resolution and EDID Support Table

Resolution 23.98 Hz 24 Hz 25 Hz 29.97 Hz 30 Hz 50 Hz 59.94 Hz 60 Hz

640x480 10 11

800x600 12 13

1024x768 14 15

1280x1024 16 17

1366x768 18 19

1600x1200 20 21

1920x1200 22 23*

480p 24 25

576p 26

720p 32 33 34 (default)

1080i 35 36 37

1080p 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45*

NOTES:

• Numbers indicate the EDID preset resolution.

• * With reduced blanking.

• Highest resolution is 1920x1200 (158.25 MHz@50 Hz and 154 MHz@60 Hz*).

• Highest pixel rate is 1600x1200 @ 60 Hz (162 MHz).

For applications where the EDID settings do not provide or allow the desired results, select
a video output from the table. Select a defined output rate combination supported by the
display, or set the video output to match the input stream.

The output is muted automatically after a defined period of inactivity. Alternately, it is muted
and unmuted under user control. Video mute settings are cleared during reboot or power
cycle events (see Configuration Page on page28).

SMD101 • Introduction 4

Suggested PC Requirements

The suggested PC requirements to access the default web pages of the SMD101 are listed
below.

• Hardware

• 2.0 GHz dual-core processor

• Operating Systems

• Microsoft

• Mac

®

Windows® XP or higher

®

OS® X® 10.6 or higher

• Web Browsers

• Google

• Mozilla

• Internet Explorer

• Apple

®

Chrome™ (version 21 or higher)

®

Firefox® (version 15 or higher)

®

Safari® version 8 or higher (for Mac OS X operating systems)

Supported formats:

• File Formats

• MPEG2 TS MPEG-2 part 1 (or ISO/IEC 13818-1 or ITU-T Rec. H.222.0)

• MP4 (including mp4, m4a, m4v file extensions, not case sensitive).

• TS, m2t, m2ts, 264, and sdp.

• MOV and FLV (supports only files that use H.264 encoding and AAC audio)

• Streaming Container Formats

• MPEG2 Transport stream (including .ts, .m2ts, .m2t file extensions, not case

sensitive)

®

version 8 or higher (for Windows operating systems)

NOTE: Adaptive bit rate streams are not supported.

The SMD101 can play video on demand from network shares and local storage supporting
the following file types:

Video: mp4, ts, m2t, m2ts, mov*, 264, m4v, flv*, and sdp.

NOTE: *Supports files that use H.264 encoding and AAC audio only.

Images: bmp, jpg, jpeg, tif, tiff, png, and gif.

NOTE: TIFF files using JPEG compression are not supported.

Audio: wav, aac, and m4a.
Playlists: jspf, m3u, m3u8, pls, and xspf.

SMD101 • Introduction 5

Features

• Supports live IP video stream decoding — Combine with the SME100 to provide a

complete end-to-end streaming solution.

• Supports streaming resolutions from 480x320 up to 1080p/60 — Supports a wide

range of resolutions to meet varying network conditions, topologies, source and display
requirements.

• AV media file playback from network shares — Use as a playback device for

on-demand playback of network-accessible media files.

• Compatible with MP4 and MPEG-2 Transport Stream container formats —

Playback common H.264 media player formats from accessible network drives.

• Stereo or dual mono audio output format: Embedded HDMI digital audio or

analog stereo audio — Flexible, cost effective use of display speakers or existing
audio systems.

• Integrated scaler offers selectable output resolutions from 640x480 to

1920x1200 — Wide range of output resolutions ensure that consistent, reliable image
quality is presented on many different types of displays.

• Decode at native resolution — The output rate and resolution can be configured to

automatically follow the native format of the connected display.

• EDID defined scaling — The output rate and resolution can be configured for

automatic selection based on EDID communication with the connected display.

• Ethernet to RS-232 pass through control — Integration friendly Ethernet to RS-232

pass through for display control.

• Fill/Follow/Fit (zoom) Aspect Ratio Management — Decoded video can fill a

display, maintain aspect ratio, or maintain uniformity, presenting imagery that meets
customer expectations.

• Control from IR remote, wired IR, RS-232, Ethernet, or embedded web

interface— Select from a range of control options to manage the SMD 101 for
stand-alone operation or as part of an AV system.

• Compatible with the full range of SME 100 streaming transport protocols—

Providing the flexibility to apply the most appropriate protocol based on various
streaming system requirements and network conditions.

• Compatible with unicast and multicast push, or pull streaming applications—

Support for push and pull streaming makes the SMD 101 compatible with different
network topologies and streaming system configurations.

• Upload and display image files — Upload PNG, JPG, TIFF (TIFF with JPEG

compression not supported), or BMP image files at resolutions up to 1920x1080 to
present familiar imagery or organizational branding, either on demand or in times of
network or streaming disruption.

• On-screen messaging — On-screen presentation of operating status or channel

selection aids in channel selection, system configuration, and troubleshooting.

• HDMI output — Compatible with HDMI and DVI digital displays.

• Automatic negotiation of streaming transport protocols with SME 100 —

Makes configuration and operation of Extron H.264 streaming products easy in various
streaming and network configurations.

• Easy-to-use embedded web interface — Embedded web interface makes

configuration and deployment a simple activity.

SMD101 • Introduction 6

• Playback controls including progress bar — On-screen playback controls present a

visual indication of Time and Pause status, allowing for efficient control of content.

• Compatible with many third party H.264 encoders — Decode 720p/60 and

1080p/60 streaming video from an Extron SME100 or other compatible H.264
encoders.

• Compatible with H.264 Baseline, Main, and High profiles up to and including

level 4.2 — Offers the flexibility to efficiently decode and present streaming video at
various bit rates and coding complexity.

• Decoder status reporting — Simplify configuration and troubleshooting activities with

on-screen status reporting to ensure continuous, reliable operation.

• Front-accessible USB configuration port — Front-accessible port provides easy

access for system configuration and control from a PC.

• Compact and energy efficient — Efficient, low power use generates very little heat,

making it easy to optimize rack space and maintain lower operating costs.

SMD101 • Introduction 7

Panels and Cabling

This section provides information on:

• Front Panel Features

• Rear Panel Features

• SMD101 Power Up Procedure

• Hardware Setup Overview

Front Panel Features

The front panel of the SMD101 is shown in figure 2 below.

AABBCCDDEE

IR

Power LED

A

Playback status indicator

B

Network status indicator

C

Figure 2. SMD101 Front Panel

Power LED — Dual color LED lights solid green when the SMD101 is powered. Lights

A

solid red when standby mode is active.

Playback status indicator — Dual color LED indicates playback operation:

B

• Solid Green — The SMD101 is actively decoding a source (clip, image, or

stream).

• Blinking Green — A source (clip, image, or stream) is loaded but paused.

• Off — Playback has stopped.

• Solid Red — Unable to load (or play) the selected source.

Network status indicator — Dual-color LED indicates network operation and

C

connection or stream quality:

• Solid Green — Indicates network conditions are favorable for the current source.

The LED is also green if the current source is a local file (see Browser Panel -

Files on page20).

• Red/Green — When flashing red and green, indicates encoder or network

conditions could compromise image or audio quality, and buffers could be
depleted.

• Red — When lit, indicates degraded server or network conditions are

compromising video or audio quality and may have depleted the buffers.

• Off — No network connection.

CONFIG

IR receiver window

D

Config port

E

SMD 101

NOTE: In many cases, the error correction features of the SMD101 allow good

image quality even when degraded network conditions are indicated.

SMD101 • Panels and Cabling 8

IR Receiver Window— Allows remote operation using an optional compatible IR hand

D

control.

Config port — Connect a control PC or other USB device to this port using a

E

mini-B USB cable (not supplied). Use this port to send Simple Instruction Set (SIS)
commands to the SMD101 for device configuration and control.

• For information on connecting a control PC or other USB device to this port, see

• For information on SIS commands, see Remote Communication and Control on

Rear Panel Features

The rear panel of the SMD101 is shown in figure 3 below.

the Front Panel Configuration Port section on page 58.

page 57.

AB

POWER

12V

1.0A MAX

12 VDC Power connector

A

HDMI output connector

B

Analog audio output connector

C

IR input connector

D

BCCDDEEFF

OUTPUTS

HDMI

AUDIO

LR

RS-232 connector (optional)

E

Reset button and LED

F

RJ-45 LAN connector

G

IR IN

SG

RS-232

Tx Rx G

RESET

GGA

LAN

Figure 3. SMD101 Rear Panel

SMD101 • Panels and Cabling 9

12 VDC power input — Connect the provided 12VDC power supply to the rear panel

y

)

POWER

Balanced Audio Output

Slee

Unbalanced Audio Output

Do not tin the wires!

A

captive screw connectors. When power is connected, the front panel power indicator
lights green (see figure 2, A on page 8).

12V

1.0A MAX

Rear Panel
Power Receptacle

Ground
+12 VDC

External

Power Suppl

AC Power Cord

(12 VDC, 1 A

Figure 4. Power Supply Connection

ATTENTION:

• Always use a power supply provided by or specified by Extron. Use of an

unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and
may cause damage to the supply and the end product.

• Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable for use in air

handling spaces or in wall cavities. The power supply is to be located within the
same vicinity as the Extron AV processing equipment in an ordinary location,
Pollution Degree 2, secured to the equipment rack within the dedicated closet,
podium, or desk.

• The installation must always be in accordance with the applicable provisions of

National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 725 and the Canadian Electrical
Code part 1, section 16. The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to
building structure or similar structure.

HDMI output connector — One female HDMI to connect a display or other HDMI

B

output device.

Audio output connector — Connect audio output devices using cables with balanced

C

or unbalanced 3.5mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors. See figure 5 below to wire the
connectors.

ATTENTION: For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact.

DO NOT connect the sleeves to the negative (–) contacts.

Tip

Ring

ves
Tip

Ring

Figure 5. Audio Output Captive Screw Connector Wiring

LR

Tip

Sleeves

Tip

LR

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IR IN — Connect a remote IR receiver to this 3-pole 3.5 mm captive screw connector

From

SMD 101

Connected RS-232

SMD 101

LAN

ACTLINK

D

to extend the range of the hand control.

IR Receiver

IR IN

+

S

G

Figure 6. IR In Wiring

RS-232 connector (optional) — Connect a host computer or control system to the

E

RS-232 connector or to the local device if pass-through mode is used. Use this port to
send SIS commands to the SMD101 for device configuration and control. The default
protocol for this port is 9600 baud rate, no parity bit, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no flow
control (handshaking).

• For information on SIS commands, see Remote Communication and Control on

page57.

• See figure 7 below, to wire the RS-232 connector.

Device Pins

Receive

Transmit

Ground

Pins

Tx
Rx
G

Figure 7. RS-232 Connector Wiring

Reset button and LED — The reset button is used to return the SMD101 to partial

F

or complete factory condition. The reset LED provides the status of the reset. The
SMD101 has three reset modes (see SMD101 Rear Panel Reset on the following
page).

RJ-45 LAN connector — Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (Ethernet)

G

connector on the SMD101 (see figure 8). Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable to
a router or switch to connect the SMD101 to a network.

Figure 8. RJ-45 Ethernet Connector

The LEDs on the Ethernet connector indicate the status of the network connection.

• Link LED — This green LED lights when the SMD101 is properly connected to an

active network.

• Act LED — This amber LED blinks in a pattern to indicate the connected network

speed as follows:

• Three blinks — 1 Gbps

• Two blinks — 100 Mbps

• One blink — 10 Mbps

SMD101 • Panels and Cabling 11

SMD101 Rear Panel Reset

Modes 4 and

Mode 1

Press and
6 or 9 seconds

The Reset button on the rear panel of the SMD101 (see Figure 3 on page9) returns the
SMD101 to various modes of operation.
To select different reset modes, use a pointed stylus or small screwdriver to press and hold
the Reset button while the SMD101 is powered, or press and hold the Reset button while
applying power to the SMD101.

ATTENTION: Review the reset modes carefully. Some reset modes delete all

user loaded content and revert the device to default configuration. The SMD101

Reset Summary on page83 provides a summary of the reset modes and the

configuration settings affected by each mode.

NOTES:

• The reset modes close all open IP and Telnet connections and all sockets.

• Each reset mode is a separate reset (not a continuation from mode 1 to mode 5).

• Reset modes 2 and 3 are not available for the SMD101.

• The SMD101 can also be reset using the web-based user interface (see Reset

Device on page42).

• For information on resetting the SMD101 using SIS commands, see Resets on

page68 of the Command and Response Tables section.

• Further details comparing the reset modes and affected configuration settings

and user content are in the reference section (see SMD101 Reset Summary on
page83).

Press and hold
the Reset button.

5

hold for

.

RESET

RESET RESET

Apply power

to the SMD 101.

Reset LED flashes

twice or three times.

RESET

Release Reset button.

Release, then immediately
press and release again. Reset
LED flashes, then goes off.

RESET

Figure 9. Resetting the SMD101

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SMD101 Power Up Procedure

NOTE: Before powering on the SMD101, ensure that all necessary devices are

connected properly. Devices do not need to be powered.

Connect the external power supply to a 100 to 240 VAC supply (see Rear Panel Features
on page9). The DC power LED lights and the SMD101 undergoes a self testing
sequence. When connected to a network, the front panel network LED indicator lights green
when the SMD101 is ready to decode.

Hardware Setup Overview

NOTE: If it is difficult to access the device after installation, configure the network

settings of the SMD101 prior to starting (see Accessing the Web-based User

Interface on page14 , and Connection on page34).

1. If the SMD101 has been on for configuration, turn it off and disconnect the SMD101

and all connected devices.

2. Mount the SMD101 (see Mounting the SMD101 on page81).

3. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the rear panel LAN connector on the SMD101

(see Rear Panel Features on page9). Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable
to the local network.

4. Connect a compatible output device to the rear panel (see Rear Panel Features on

page9) and power it on.

5. Connect a control device to the SMD101 by one of the following connections:
a. The front panel config port (see Front Panel Configuration Port on page58).
b. The rear panel RS-232 port (see RS-232 Port on page57).
c. The Ethernet connection. Configure the network settings of the control PC so it is

compatible with the network the SMD101 is connected to (see LAN (Ethernet)

6. Connect the external power supply output connector to the SMD101 (see Rear Panel

7. From the control PC, access the user interface of the SMD101 (see Accessing the

8. Select a stream to decode (see Player Page on page16).

9. If necessary, set the decoder output for the connected display (see Video Output on

10. Press Play on the software interface (see Player Page on page16) or on the

Port on page59).

Features on page9), then connect the power supply to a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz

or 60 Hz power source. The SMD101 powers up automatically and undergoes a self
testing sequence (see the SMD101 Power Up Procedure, above).

Web-based User Interface on page14).

page3 and Video Configuration on page28).

optional remote control (see IR Remote Control on page56) to begin decoding the
selected stream.

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Web-based User Interface

This section provides information about:

• Overview of the Web-based User Interface

• Accessing the Web-based User Interface

• Page Overview

• Player Page

• Configuration Page

• Advanced Configuration Page

• Device Information Page

• Status Page

• Browser Idle

Overview of the Web-based User Interface

The web-based user interface, accessed from a control device, can configure, remotely
control, monitor, update firmware, and operate the SMD101.

NOTE: Google Chrome was used to take the SMD101 user interface screen shots in

this user guide and is the recommended browser. Pages and panels viewed in other
browsers may not appear exactly the same.

Accessing the Web-based User Interface

To access the web-based user interface, connect a control PC or viewing device to the
SMD101 and open a compatible web browser. Enter the IP address of the SMD101
(default IP address is 192.168.254.254) into the browser address bar.

There are five pages with related controls grouped together on each page:

• Player — used to select the source (stream) and control decoding.

• Configuration — provides basic user level adjustments.

• Advanced Configuration — for initial setup and administrator use.

• Device Information — provides default setting and user defined information.

• Status — Real-time display of operating conditions and statistics.

Access pages by selecting the tab across the top of the dialog box.

http://192.168.254.254/www/

Figure 10. Web-based User Interface, Page TabsBrowser Idle

To conserve the host PC resources, after 60 minutes, the browser accessing the SMD101
web interface stops requesting status and video confidence updates.

This feature does not idle or affect SMD101 operation. It suspends the automatic browser
updates for the video confidence display to conserve network and PC resources. Press

Resume to force the browser to reconnect to the SMD101 and begin normal updates.

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Page Overview

The web interface opens as shown in figure 11 (below). The page contains multiple panels
that are collapsed and expanded using the buttons at the top of each panel
(see figure 11, 1 and 2).

An interactive embedded help file is always available by clicking the help icon
(see figure 11, 3) from any page or panel.

33

3
2

11

22

2

2

22

22

Figure 11. Player Page - All Panels Open

The Browser, Lists, and Playlist Editor panels can be collapsed or resized horizontally
to provide additional space for other page information and details. The Player Controls
panel can only be collapsed or expanded. Its size, when open, is fixed.

Figure 12. Player Page - Browser and Playlist Editor Collapsed

In figure 12, the Lists, and Playlist Editor panels are collapsed. The Player Controls
panel remains the same size while the Browser panel expands to fill the screen space
previously occupied by the Lists and Playlist Editor panels.

SMD101 • Web-based User Interface 15

Player Page

Click the Player tab (see figure 13). This page has four panels; PlayerControls, Browser,

Lists, and Playlist Editor described in the following sections. Each panel expands or

collapses to provide additional screen space and can have second level tabs.

Figure 13. Player Controls Page

Player Controls

The Player Controls panel allows the user to select a source (clip, stream, or playlist),
monitor the playback video, and control playback.

The Player page opens with the Player Controls
panel expanded. Changes made to the layout of the
player page are retained during the current session. For
instance, if a user switches to the Status page then
back to the Player page, the same view is maintained.

The Player Controls panel includes the following
features:

Video Confidence Display — The display shows a
series of monochrome snapshots corresponding to the
real-time output, updated every 2 seconds.

Progress Bar — Shows the position in time of the
currently playing clip. The current playback position is
on the left, and the total duration of the clip (if known)
on the right.

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Status indicator and Player Controls — Text above the controls (figure 14, 1) indicates

the current decode state (stopped, paused, or playing).

Playing Stopped

2

2 33 44 55 66 77 88

Figure 14. Player Control Buttons

The controls are:

Return — If pressed within five seconds after the clip begins, returns to the previous clip

2

or stream and plays. If pressed after five seconds, returns to the beginning of the clip or
stream and plays.

11 11

Play — Begin normal playback.

3

Pause — Pause playback.

4

Stop — Stop playback.

5

Advance — Go to the next clip or stream and play.

6

Loop — Set the clip or stream to continuous play.

7

Error — The selected source cannot be played.

8

Mute controls

Allows the user to mute video only, audio only, or both. The indicator lights red when mute is
active. Pressing again unmutes the selection and the indicator goes out.

Load Play

Load play sets the response of the player when a source (stream, clip, or playlist) is loaded.
When enabled, the Load Play indicator is blue (shown enabled, below). As soon as a
source is loaded, the player immediately begins playback. When disabled (gray), the player
waits for user input before beginning playback of a loaded clip or stream.
Press Load Play to toggle the feature on or off.

NOTE: When a stream is loaded from the channel list (see Lists on page22) using

drag and drop in the player controls panel, or via remote access features such as
Ethernet, RS-232, wired IR, and the IR remote control handset, the stream or clip
plays immediately regardless of the Load Play configuration.

Playlist field

When a playlist is loaded, this field displays the path and
file name of the playlist. The full file and path name may be
abbreviated to fit the space available. The ellipsis button
(...) to the right of the text field opens a dialog to display
paths and file names too long for the field to display
completely or to edit the names. Playlist path and file
names can be copied to or from this field.

To load a playlist:

• Click and hold, then drag a playlist from the

browser window to this field.

• Right-click the playlist and select Load.

• Paste a playlist path and filename into this field from

the clipboard using <Ctl+C> and <Ctl+V>.

• Select a playlist file from the file tab of the file browser

panel (see Browser on page18).
When the playlist is selected, click Load at the bottom of the panel to bring it into the
playlist field.

SMD101 • Web-based User Interface 17

Source field

When a source (clip or stream) loads, this field displays the path and file name. Click (...)
to the right of the text field to open a dialog displaying paths and file names too long for the
field.

A source can be loaded by any of these methods:

• Click and hold, then drag a source from the browser to this field.

• Use <Ctl+C> to copy, then <Ctl+V> to paste a URI or URL directly into the field. If

required, edit the name, then press <Enter> or click outside the field to confirm and load
the source.

• Select a source in the Browser>Files panel and click Load in the bottom panel.

• <Right-click> a source in the Browser>Files panel, and select Load.

Source format

Displays the format (DVI or HDMI), resolution, frame rate, and audio codec of the current clip
or stream.

Output format

Displays the current format (video resolution, frame rate, and audio format) of the output.

Network Condition

Displays a simple indication of current network conditions relative to the selected stream
(corresponds to the front panel network indicator). The network conditions are defined as:

• Very Good (green) — Network conditions allow full image and sound quality.

• Reduced (amber) — Network conditions such as packet loss, jitter, or delay are likely to

cause intermittent and noticeable degradation of image or sound quality.

• Poor (red) — Network conditions are likely to cause frequent and sustained degradation

or loss of audio and video.

• Very Bad (black) — Communication with the source is lost. The server could be

disconnected from the network.

NOTE: In many cases, the error correction features of the SMD101 allow good

image quality even when degraded network conditions are indicated.

Browser

By default, the player page opens with the streams tab selected (see figure 15). Collapse it
to make more room for the lists or playlist editor panels. Tabs divide available source content
into Files and Streams.

Figure 15. Browser Panel, Streams Tab

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Browser Panel - Streams

The Streams tab in the Browser panel displays a list of streams identified on the local
subnet the SMD101 is connected to.

NOTE: The compatibility of streams listed in the browser is not assured. Stream

compatibility is verified by the SMD101 only as it is loaded for play.

The streams list is generated using information from Session Announcement Protocol (SAP)
messages broadcast on the local subnet.

Streams are grouped into folders according to information within the SAP message.
Standard panel controls expand, collapse, or refresh the list. In addition, click the
corresponding folder icon to expand or collapse individual folders.

Figure 16. Browser Panel, Streams

The default view showing the top folders expanded and sub-folders collapsed is restored
each time the web page opens. The folders are sorted by IP address.

To load a stream:

• Click and hold the desired stream, then drag it to the PlayerControls panel.

• Click the stream to highlight it, then click Load (below the Filter panel).

• Right-click on the stream, then select Load from the right-click menu.

SMD101 • Web-based User Interface 19

Filter

Filters are provided to refine the list of streams viewed in the browser. There are three filters
with sub-filters to narrow the list of streams. The default choice for each filter is All.

• Source — Limits the browser to streams identified by their source device or location.

The drop-down list is populated with SAP source identification data. Limiting choices
are Extron or Other.

NOTE: A stream listed under Extron is defined as a member of the Extron group by

the SAP/SDP message. If the SAP/SDP message does not indicate Extron group
membership, it is listed in Other.

• Protocol — Limits the browser to streams identified by their transport protocol (UDP or

RTP). The list is dynamic, populated from SAP transport protocol data as the streams
are identified.

• Addressing — Limits the browser list to streams identified as unicast or as multicast.

NOTE: Unicast streams can only be played if the connection (destination)

address is set correctly at the decoder.

Load

Loads the selected stream for playing.

Browser Panel - Files

The Files tab opens a list of available clips and playlists in the file system including internal
storage (up to 175 MB for user content) and shared network folders (when mounted). Each
file type (audio, image, video, system, and playlist) has a different icon to distinguish it.

Figure 17. Browser Panel, Files

Separate controls fully expand, fully collapse, or refresh the list. In addition, click the
corresponding individual folder icons to expand or collapse.

SMD101 • Web-based User Interface 20

In a current session, the folder view is retained after the user collapses the browser, changes
tabs within the browser, or changes the page (for example, from Player to Configuration).
The default view (top folders expanded and all sub-folders collapsed) is restored each time
the web interface is opened or refreshed.

NOTE: Right-click on file browser items for additional actions. When renaming files or

folders, the web interface enforces SIS file name and path requirements. Spaces are
not allowed.
When creating folders or uploading files using a SFTP client, spaces are allowed and
fully supported.

A clip or playlist is loaded for playback by dragging the selected item from the browser and
dropping it inside the Player Controls panel.

Filter

The drop-down filter limits the browser files display to any combination of the following file
types:

• Clips — compatible video files.

• Playlists — compatible playlist files created by the user.

• Images — compatible image files.

• Audio Only — compatible audio files.

NOTE: The quantity, size, and contents of shared folders on the network are initially

unknown. In order to maximize performance, the filter is applied only to one level
below the currently expanded folders.
When a user expands a folder, it is then indexed and filtered.

Load

Loads the currently selected file (audio, clip, image, or playlist) to the player.

Network Shares

Click Network Shares to open the network shares dialog. This allows connection to a
network directory or drive for access to compatible files (see figure 18).

Network - Shares

Network Path:

User Name:

Password:

Options:

Local Name:

Reconnect at power up:

\\10.100.251.200\vm-smd\media

MediaShare

Save Cancel

Figure 18. Network Shares Dialog

See Play Video on Demand on page51 for information on adding and using network
shares.

SMD101 • Web-based User Interface 21

Lists

The Lists panel features an editable channel list for use with the optional IR remote control
(see IR Remote Control on page56), a drag and drop favorites list for convenient
access of frequently played files, and the playback history. By default the player page opens
with the Lists panel expanded to the right of the browser.

NOTE: M3U, M3U8, and PLS playlist formats do not support Playlist Title or Playlist

Creator metadata. Text entered in those fields is not retained. If that information is

required for your application, use .jspf or .xspf playlist format.

The Lists panel has three tabs: Channels, Favorites and History (see figure 19).

Lists Panel – Channels tab

Figure 19. Lists Panel, Channels Tab

The Channels tab displays a list of current populated channels. Up to 99 channels are
individually defined by associating a stream, a file, or a playlist with a channel number and
(optionally) defining a logical name for the channel.

Fields below the channel list show the currently selected channel number, channel name,
and channel Universal Resource Identifier (URI). To assign a stream, file, or playlist to a
channel, select and drag an item from the browser Files or Streams panel to the desired
channel number. The channel name and URI are edited directly or new information is pasted
from the clipboard of the host computer. The ellipses to the right opens a dialog box to read
or modify longer paths or filenames.

To play a channel, select and drag an item from the Channels panel to the Player

Controls panel or select a channel and click Load. To mirror typical IR remote control

operation, the channel begins playing immediately regardless of the Load Play setting (see

Load Play on page17).

NOTE: Standard Windows keyboard shortcuts can be used to copy <CTL+C> and

paste <CTL+V> the stream, file, or playlist to a channel number, or to copy a channel
to the player.

The optional handheld IR remote control accesses this channel list to provide wireless
program selection (see IR Remote Control on page56).

SMD101 • Web-based User Interface 22

To clear an item, select the item, then click Delete>Delete Selected. To clear all items,
click Delete>Delete All.

NOTE: Channel, Favorite and History lists are imported or exported using the

Configuration panel found on the Firmware Loader page of the Advanced
Configuration page.

Lists Panel – Favorites

The Favorites tab displays a list of user defined favorite clips (see figure 20). Favorites are
clips, streams, or playlists more frequently played by the user. The favorites list is defined
by dragging a file or stream to the tab. The file location does not change. The favorites list
provides quick and easy access to more commonly used files and clips.

Figure 20. Lists Panel, Favorites Tab

Fields are available below the channel list to show the currently selected folder, favorites
name, and favorites URI. The folder name, favorites name, and URI can be edited or new
information pasted from the clipboard of the host machine. The ellipses (...) to the right
of the editable fields open a dialog box to allow longer paths or filenames to be read or
modified.

To load a favorite:

• Drag the selected item from the Favorites panel to inside the Player Controls

panel,

• Select an item and press Load.

To delete a favorite, select the favorite, then press Delete to clear.

SMD101 • Web-based User Interface 23

Lists Panel – History

The History tab displays a list of previously played clips, playlists, or streams with details of
the data and time the item played and the URI of the item, grouped by time period.

Figure 21. Lists Panel, History Tab

Fields below the history list show the date and time of the selected item along with the URI.
The URI can be copied or edited to create a new URI, which can be loaded and played (the
original entry remains unchanged).

A history item can be played by selecting and dragging the history item from the History
tab to the Player Controls panel, or select an item and click Load.

To clear history information, select the item or range of items, and click

Delete>DeleteSelected. To clear the entire history, click Delete>DeleteAll.

The files are not deleted, only the history entry.

SMD101 • Web-based User Interface 24