Geovision GV-PN401 User Manual

PN401, PN400, PN300 & SQP133

User’s Manual

PN-A

© 2020 GeoVision, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. GeoVision, Inc. makes no expressed or implied warranty of any kind and assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. No liability is assumed for incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of the information or products contained herein. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Note: No memory card slot or local storage function for Argentina.

GeoVision, Inc.

9F, No. 246, Sec. 1, Neihu Rd., Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone] http://www.geovision.com.tw

Trademarks used in this manual: GeoVision, the GeoVision logo and GV series products are trademarks of GeoVision, Inc. Windows is the registered trademark of

Microsoft Corporation.

May 2020

Contents

Preface	................................................................................................................................			vii
Compatible .................................................................Firmware and Software Versions				viii
Caution...............................................................................................................................				viii
Chapter .....................................................................................................1		Introduction		1
1.1 ................................................................................	Features of PN400 and PN401			1
1.2 .............................................................................................................	Packing List			1
......................................................................................................		1.2.1	PN401	1
......................................................................................................		1.2.2	PN400	2
......................................................................................................		1.2.3	PN300	2
....................................................................................................		1.2.4	SQP133	2
1.3 ...................................................................................................................	Options			3
1.4 .................................................................................................................	Overview			4
......................................................................................................		1.4.1	PN401	4
......................................................................................................		1.4.2	PN400	6
......................................................................................................		1.4.3	PN300	8
...................................................................................................		1.4.4	SQP133	10
1.5 ...........................................................................................	The IR Remote Control			12
Chapter ................................................................................................2		Getting Started		14
2.1 ............................................................................................	Connecting the Device			14
.............................................................................		2.1.1	Connecting the PN401	14
.............................................................................		2.1.2	Connecting the PN400	15
.............................................................................		2.1.3	Connecting the PN300	16
..........................................................................		2.1.4	Connecting the SQP133	17
2.2 ...............................................................................................	Installing Wall Mount			18
2.3 ...............................................................................	Installing VESA Monitor Mount			19
2.4 .............................................................................................	Playing the Slideshow			20
Chapter ................................................................3 System Setup for PN300 / SQP133				21
3.1 .....................................................................................................	The Setup Menu			21
3.2 ......................................................................	Setting Video Output and Resolution			22
3.3 .............................................................................	Setting Slideshow Display Effect			23
3.4 ...............................................................................	Looking Up Device Information			24
3.5 .....................................................................................................	Setting the Time			25
..........................................................................		3.5.1	Setting the System Time	25
..............................................................................		3.5.2	Setting the Time Zone	25
3.6 ................................................................................................	Setting the Network			26
......................................................................		3.6.1	Wired Network Connection	26

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		3.6.2	Wireless Network Connection..................................................................	27
3.7	Setting the Device Name ........................................................................................			28
3.8	Copying Files from the USB Storage Device ..........................................................			28
3.9	Upgrading the Firmware .........................................................................................			29
3.10 Restoring to Factory Default Settings ...................................................................				30
Chapter 4 System Setup for PN400 / PN401...................................................................				31
4.1	The Setup Menu .....................................................................................................			31
4.2	Connectivity Status.................................................................................................			33
4.3	Configuring the General Settings............................................................................			34
4.4	Upgrading the Firmware .........................................................................................			35
4.5	Setting the Network ................................................................................................			36
		4.5.1	Wired Network Connection ......................................................................	36
		4.5.2	Wireless Network Connection..................................................................	37
4.6	Setting the Time .....................................................................................................			38
4.7	Connecting to CMS ................................................................................................			39
4.8	Scheduling the Power On and Off...........................................................................			39
Chapter 5		Content Designer............................................................................................		41
5.1	Minimum System Requirements .............................................................................			41
5.2	Installing the Content Designer...............................................................................			42
5.3	The Menu Bar.........................................................................................................			42
5.4	Creating a Project...................................................................................................			43
		5.4.1 Create a Screen Layout...........................................................................		43
		5.4.2	The Main Screen .....................................................................................	45
		5.4.3 Assign Content to Zones..........................................................................		48
		5.4.4 Preview and Save Screen Layout ............................................................		54
5.5	Playing the Project..................................................................................................			55
Chapter 6		Content Schedule ...........................................................................................		57
6.1	Minimum System Requirements .............................................................................			57
6.2	Installing the Content Schedule ..............................................................................			57
6.3	Setting the Content Schedule .................................................................................			58
Chapter 7		CMS Lite..........................................................................................................		63
7.1	Minimum System Requirements .............................................................................			64
7.2	Software License ....................................................................................................			64
7.3	Installing the CMS Lite............................................................................................			65
7.4	Connecting the Devices to CMS Lite ......................................................................			66
7.5	The Main Screen ....................................................................................................			67
7.6	Uploading Video and Image Files ...........................................................................			69
7.7	Uploading the Scenario or Loop Scenario...............................................................			70

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7.8	Uploading the Schedule..........................................................................................		71
7.9	Uploading the Firmware..........................................................................................		72
7.10	Uploading the Scrolling Ticker ..............................................................................		73
7.11 Changing the Device Name..................................................................................			74
Chapter 8 CMS Server .....................................................................................................			75
8.1	System Requirements ............................................................................................		76
	8.1.1	Minimum System Requirements ..............................................................	76
	8.1.2	Software License .....................................................................................	77
8.2	Installing CMS Server .............................................................................................		78
8.3	Connecting the Devices to CMS Server..................................................................		79
8.4	Starting CMS Server...............................................................................................		80
	8.4.1 List of Menu Options................................................................................		82
8.5	Getting Started .......................................................................................................		83
	8.5.1	Preparing the Package ............................................................................	83
	8.5.2	Transferring the Package.........................................................................	84
	8.5.3	Uploading the Package............................................................................	88
	8.5.4	Revising the Package ..............................................................................	90
8.6	Applying the Scrolling Ticker...................................................................................		91
8.7	Applying the RSS Feed ..........................................................................................		92
8.8	Planning Device Group...........................................................................................		93
8.9	Arranging the Loop Video .......................................................................................		95
8.10	Information ...........................................................................................................		96
	8.10.1	Device Information.................................................................................	96
	8.10.2	System Information................................................................................	97
	8.10.3	User Information ....................................................................................	97
	8.10.4	Package Information..............................................................................	98
8.11	Device Setup ........................................................................................................		98
8.12	Event Query .......................................................................................................		100
	8.12.1	Behavior Log Query.............................................................................	100
	8.12.2	Behavior Log Analysis..........................................................................	101
	8.12.3	Device Event Query.............................................................................	102
	8.12.4	Device Event Analysis (Counts) ...........................................................	103
	8.12.5 Device Event Analysis (Elapsed Time).................................................		104
	8.12.6	Play Count Analysis .............................................................................	105
8.13	Upload Management ..........................................................................................		107
8.14	Server Setting.....................................................................................................		108
	8.14.1	User Account .......................................................................................	108
	8.14.2	Network Setting ...................................................................................	109

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	8.14.3		Email Service.......................................................................................	110
8.15	Upgrading the Firmware .....................................................................................			111
Chapter 9		Dynamic DNS................................................................................................		113
Chapter 10		DigitalSignageManagementServer....................................................................		114
10.1	System Requirements ........................................................................................			114
10.2	ConnectingPN401toDigitalSignageManagementServer.................................................			114
10.3	Transferring the Package ...................................................................................			118
10.4	Uploading the Package.......................................................................................			119
	10.4.1 Uploading and Scheduling Content Packages .....................................			119
	10.4.2		Assigning Tickers.................................................................................	120
10.5	Content Package Schedules and Statistics.........................................................			121
	10.5.1 Reviewing the Uploaded Content Packages ........................................			121
	10.5.2		Viewing Reports...................................................................................	122
10.6	Creating User Accounts......................................................................................			122
Specifications...................................................................................................................				123
PN401...........................................................................................................................				123
PN400...........................................................................................................................				123
PN300...........................................................................................................................				124
SQP133 ........................................................................................................................				125
Appendix...........................................................................................................................				126
A. Definitions of Folder Names......................................................................................				126
B. Definitions of Aspect Ratio Mode ..............................................................................				127

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Preface

Welcome to the PN401, PN400, PN300 & SQP133 User’s Manual.

The PN401, PN400, PN300 & SQP133 are devices that play back slideshows edited or managed by GeoVision’s software such as Content Designer, Content Schedule, CMS Lite, CMS Server, and Digital Signage Management Server. This Manual is designed for the following models and software.

Hardware

Model

PN401

PN400

PN300

SQP133

Software

Model

Content Designer

Content Schedule

CMS Lite

CMS Server

Digital Signage Management Server

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Compatible Firmware and Software Versions

				PN401		PN400			PN300 / SQP133		SQP110 Series
	Digital Signage
	Management			V1.00			N/A
	Server										N/A
	CMS Server / CMS			N/A		V1.00 ~ V1.01			V1.06
	Lite V1.0.5
	Content Designer			V1.00		V1.00 ~ V1.01			V1.05		N/A
	V1.0.8
	Content Schedule			V1.00		V1.00 ~ V1.01			V1.05 or later		N/A
	V1.0.5

Caution

PN400 and PN401 are designed only for indoor usage.

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1 Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction

The PN400 and PN401 are digital media players designed to deliver uninterrupted playback of Digital Signage presentations.

1.1Features of PN400 and PN401

Multimedia support

Video resolution up to 4K2K

Support for HDMI

SD card and USB storage

Content Schedule and Content Designer

Content Management Server

DC 12V / PoE (IEEE 802.3af) (PoE for PN401 only)

IR remote control

USB mouse control

Wireless connectivity (PN400 only)

1.2Packing List

1.2.1 PN401

1.PN401 Device x 1

2.IR Remote Control x 1

3.Download Guide x 1

4.Warranty Card x 1

Note: Power adapters can be purchased upon request.

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1.2.2 PN400

1.PN400 Device x 1

2.IR Remote Control x 1

3.AC/DC Adapter x 1 (12 V, 3 A, 36 W)

4.Power Cord x 1

5.Software DVD x 1

6.Warranty Card x 1

1.2.3 PN300

1.PN300 Device x 1

2.IR Remote Control x 1

3.AC/DC Adapter x 1 (12 V, 3 A, 36 W)

4.Power Cord x 1

5.Software DVD x 1

6.Warranty Card x 1

1.2.4 SQP133

1.SQP133 Device × 1

2.IR Remote Control × 1

3.Magnetic Hinge x 1

4.Screw x 4

5.AC/DC Adapter × 1 (12 V, 3 A, 36 W)

6.Power Cord x 1

7.Software DVD x 1

8.Warranty Card x 1

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1.3Options

Optional devices can expand the capabilities and versatility of your device. Contact our sales representatives for more information.

Options		Details
Wall Mount Kit		The Wall Mount Kit is used to mount the PN400 / PN401 to
		the wall.
		 L-type brackets x 2
		 Small screws x 4
VESA Monitor-Mount Kit		The VESA Monitor Mount Kit is used to mount the PN400 /
		PN401 to the back of a VESA monitor.
		 VESA monitor mount bracket x 1
		 L-type brackets x 2
		 Large screws x 4
		 Small screws x 8
Internal GV-USB Dongle		The USB dongle can provide the Hardware Watchdog
for CMS Lite and CMS		function to the system by restarting the computer when
Server		Windows crashes. You need to connect the dongle internally
		on the motherboard.
		Note: This option is not supported by PN401.
GV-WiFi Adapter V2		The GV-WiFi Adaptor V2 is a plug-and-play device that
		provides wireless connectivity to GeoVision IP devices. This
		product supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless connection.
		Note: This option is not supported by PN401. For PN400, the
		mini USB converter is not supported.
GV-PoE Adapter		GV-PoE Adapter is designed to provide power to the IP
		device through a single Ethernet cable. Adopting the PoE
		adapter enables you to mount an IP device anywhere in a
		building where power outlets are not available. (PN401 only)
Power Adapter		For PN401, contact our sales representatives for the
		countries and areas supported.
SD card		The SD card is used for local storage and firmware upgrade.
		(Micro SD card for PN401)

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1.4Overview

This section identifies the components of the PN401, PN400, PN300 and SQP133.

1.4.1 PN401

Front View

1

2

3

4

5

Figure 1-1

	No.	Name	Function
	1	Micro SD Card	Connect to a Micro SD card for local storage of snapshots and
		Slot	firmware upgrade.
	2	LED Indicators	The red LED indicates the power is supplied.
			The green LED indicates the system is ready for use.
	3	IR sensor	Receive signal from GV-IR Remote Control for controlling the user
			interface at the maximum operation distance of 7 m (22.97 ft).
			Reset the device to the default factory settings. Use a pin to press the
	4	Default	default button for about 10 seconds. The system will then reset and
			reboot itself shortly.
	5	USB 3.0	Connect to a USB mouse or USB storage device

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Rear View

					3	4
	1		2				5
						Figure 1-2
No.	Name		Function
1	DC 12V		Connect to power by using a power adapter.
2	Audio Out		Connect to a speaker.
3	HDMI		Connect to an HDMI-compliant display device.
4	USB 2.0		Connect to a USB mouse or USB storage device.
5	Network / PoE		Connect to the network or a GV-PoE Adapter.

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1.4.2 PN400

Front View

			Figure 1-3
	No.	Name	Function
	1	SD Card Slot	Connect to an SD card for local storage and firmware upgrade.
	2	IR	Built-in IR receiver to receive the IR signals from the IR remote
			control.
	3	Default	Reset the PN400 to the default factory settings. See 3.10
			Restoring to Factory Default Settings for details.
			The green LED indicates the system is ready. The red LED
	4	LED Indicators	indicates the power is supplied. When the green LED is off and
			the red LED is on, the device is in sleep mode.

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Rear View

No. Name

1Ethernet

2HDMI in

3HDMI out

4USB 3.0

5USB 2.0

6DC 12V

Figure 1-4

Function

Connect to an Ethernet.

Connect to a HDMI-compliant source device, such as a DVD player and digital TV box.

Connect to a HDMI-compliant display device.

Connect to a USB device for local storage of content, firmware upgrade and a USB mouse.

Connect to a USB device for local storage of content, firmware upgrade, a USB mouse, and GV-WiFi Adapter V2.

Connect to power by using the supplied power adapter.

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1.4.3 PN300

Front View

			Figure 1-5
	No.	Name	Function
			The green LED indicates the system is ready. The red LED
	1	LED Indicators	indicates the power is supplied. When the green LED is off and
			the red LED is on, the device is in sleep mode.
			Connect to a USB device for local storage of content, firmware
	2	USB	upgrade and GV-WiFi USB Adapter. Note the removal of the
			USB storage device will cause the PN300 to automatically
			reboot.
	3	IR	Built-in IR receiver to receive the IR signals from the IR remote
			control.
	4	Default	Reset the PN300 to the default factory settings. See 3.10
			Restoring to Factory Default Settings.
			Connect to an SD card for local storage and firmware upgrade.
	5	SD Card Slot	Note the removal of the SD card will cause the PN300 to
			automatically reboot.

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Rear View

		Figure 1-6
No.	Name	Function
1	Ethernet	Connect to an Ethernet.
2	SPDIF	Reserved (not enabled).
3	HDMI	Connect to an HDMI supported display device.
4	VGA	Connect to a VGA monitor.
5	L/R	Connect to a speaker.
6	Power OFF/ON	Switch the power on or off.
7	DC 12V	Connect to power by using the supplied power adapter.

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1.4.4 SQP133

Right Panel View

1

2

3

4

5

			Figure 1-7
	No.	Name	Function
	1	SD Card Slot	Connect to an SD card for local storage of content and
			firmware upgrade.
			Connect to a USB device for local storage of content,
	2	USB	firmware upgrade, and GV-WiFi USB Adapter. Note the
			removal of the USB storage device will cause the SQP133 to
			automatically reboot.
			The green LED indicates the system is ready. The red LED
	3	LED Indicators	indicates the power is supplied. When the green LED is off
			and the red LED is on, the device is in sleep mode.
	4	IR	Built-in IR receiver to receive the IR signals from the IR
			remote control.
	5	Ethernet	Connect to an Ethernet.

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Left Panel

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

		Figure 1-8
No.	Name	Function
1.	MENU	Switch to the setup menu.
2	ENTER	Enter the setup options or save the settings in the Setup Menu.
3	UP	Move the cursor up.
4	DOWN	Move the cursor down.
5	LEFT	Move the cursor left.
6	RIGHT	Move the cursor right.
		Press to enter the Standby/Sleep mode. In the standby mode, the
7	STAND BY	screen turns off to minimize power consumption. Press the key
		again to enter the ON mode.
8	Power OFF/ON	Switch the power on or off.
9	DC 12V	Connect to power using the supplied power adapter.

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1.5The IR Remote Control

1

2							5
						6
3					7
4					8
					9
					10

			Figure 1-9
	No.	Name	Function
			Press to enter the Standby/Sleep mode. In the standby mode,
	1	Power	the screen turns off to minimize power consumption. Press the
			key again to enter the ON mode.
		Numeric / Alphabetical /
	2	Punctuation Marks	Enter the numbers, alphabets or punctuation marks.
		Buttons
	3	Back	 Back to the previous page in the Setup Menu.
			 Play the media files.
	4	Menu Control	Move up, down, right and left in the Setup Menu.
	5	Volume Control	Increase or decrease the volume.
	6	Mute	Mute the volume.
	7	Menu	Switch to the setup menu.
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				1	Introduction
No.	Name	Function
8	OK	Enter the setup options or save the settings in the Setup Menu.
		Switch among different resolutions for PN300 / PN400 /
		PN401. Once the button is pressed, the Green LED on the
		front panel of the device will flash. Press No. 0 ~ 7 for the
		desired resolution within 30 seconds.
		For PN300:
		Shift + 0 : VGA_640 x 480	Shift + 4 : HDMI_480p
		Shift + 1 : VGA_1024 x 768	Shift + 5 : HDMI_720p
		Shift + 2 : VGA_1280 x 768	Shift + 6 : HDMI_1080i
9	Shift	Shift + 3 : VGA_1366 x 768	Shift + 7 : HDMI_1080p
		For PN400 / PN401:
		Shift + 1 : 1080p at 30 Hz
		Shift + 2 : 1080p at 60 Hz
		Shift + 3 : 2160p at 24 Hz
		Shift + 4 : 2160p at 30 Hz
		Note the resolution switch will cause the PN300 / PN400 /
		PN401 to automatically reboot.
10	Search	Scan for available Access Points or wireless stations when
		wireless network is selected.

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3 System Setup for PN300 / SQP133

Chapter 2 Getting Started

2.1Connecting the Device

2.1.1 Connecting the PN401

Figure 2-1

1.Connect to a standard network cable for network or connect to a PoE adapter for power and network supplied together.

2.Connect to a USB mouse, and an USB device for local storage of content.

3.Connect a display device to HDMI connector for video and audio combined outputs.

4.Optionally connect to power using the purchased power adapter if PoE is not applied.

Note:

1.The default video output is set to 1080p at 60 Hz. To change the default setting, see 4.2 Configuring the General Settings.

2.Optional GV-PoE Adapter is required for applying PoE function.

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2.1.2 Connecting the PN400

Figure 2-2

1.Connect to a standard network cable.

2.Optionally, connect a HDMI-compliant source device, such as a DVD player and a digital TV box.

3.Connect a display device to HDMI connector for video and audio combined outputs.

4.Connect to a USB mouse, an USB device for local storage of content or firmware upgrade, or GV-WiFi Adapter V2 (for USB 2.0 port).

5.Connect to power using the supplied power adapter.

Note:

1.The default video output is set to 1080p at 30 Hz. To change the default setting, see 4.2 Configuring the General Settings.

2.The HDMI input (for HDMI-compliant source devices) only supports the resolution of up to 1920 x 1080 at 30 Hz.

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2.1.3 Connecting the PN300

3 5

2

4

1

Figure 2-3

1.Connect a monitor to the VGA connector, or the HDMI connector for video and audio combined outputs.

2.Connect to a standard network cable.

3.If you use a VGA monitor, connect a speaker to L/R port for audio output.

4.Connect to power using the supplied power adapter.

5.Switch the Power button to ON.

Note:

1.You can only connect the PN300 / SQP133 to one display device through the HDMI or VGA connector. The video signal will be unstable if more than one display devices are connected.

2.The default video resolution is set to VGA with 1024 x 768. To change the default setting, see 3.2 Setting Video Output and Resolution.

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2.1.4 Connecting the SQP133

Follow the steps below to connect the SQP133:

Figure 2-4

1.Connect to power using the supplied power adapter.

2.Connect to a standard network cable.

3.Turn the Power switch to ON.

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2.2Installing Wall Mount

Optionally, you can purchase the mounting plates to mount PN300, PN400, or PN401 on a wall.

1. Unscrew the 4 screws on the back panel of the device.

Figure 2-5

2. Use the 4 screws in the package to tighten the L-type brackets on the device.

L-Type Bracket

L-Type Bracket

Figure 2-6

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2.3Installing VESA Monitor Mount

Optionally, you can purchase VESA Monitor mount for installing PN300, PN400, or PN401.

1.Follow steps 1 and 2 in 2.2 Installing Wall Mount to tighten the L-type brackets on the back panel of the device.

2.Using the 4 large screws, tighten the VESA monitor mount bracket on the back of the computer monitor.

Figure 2-7

3.Use the 4 small screws to tighten the device and the VESA monitor mount bracket together.

Figure 2-8

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2.4Playing the Slideshow

Without any further settings, you can now play the slideshow made of video or image files.

1.Create a folder named Loop_Video in a USB storage device or an SD card.

2.Copy image or video files to the Loop_Video folder.

3.Connect the USB storage device or the SD card to the device.

4.Turn on the digital signage device.

5.For PN300 / SQP133:

The local storage is set to the SD card by default. If you are using an SD card, the device will repeatedly play the files at this step.

If you are using a USB storage device, select Play Source and select USB to be the storage.

6.For PN400 / PN401:

The local storage is disabled by default. To select a storage device, select General and select SD or USB.

7.Press Back on the IR remote control to return the menu, and press Back again to start playing.

Note:

1.For the folder names workable on the device, see Definitions of Folder Names,

Appendix.

2.By default, the image and video files are sorted by name, first in numerical and then alphabetical order. Only for PN300 / SQP133, you can change the sorting rule to by size or by random; see the Loop Mode option, 3.3 Setting Slideshow Display Effect.

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3 System Setup for PN300 / SQP133

Chapter 3 System Setup for PN300 / SQP133

You can customize the system settings of the PN300 / SQP133.

3.1The Setup Menu

Turn on the PN300 / SQP133 and the connected display device. The setup menu with six setup options appears.

Figure 3-1

	Name		Description
	Service		Set up the video output and resolution. See 3.2 Setting Video Output
			and Resolution.
	Play Source		Select the local storage and set up the slideshow display effect. See 3.3
			Setting Slideshow Display Effect.
	Information		Display the network information, storage information and the device
			firmware version. See 3.4 Looking Up Device Information.
	Time Adjustment		Set up the system time. See 3.5 Setting the System Time.
	Network		Set up the network. See 3.6 Setting the Network.
			Upgrade firmware or to copy files from the USB storage device to the SD
	Factory		card. Select Language and Time Zone settings. See 3.5.2 Setting the
			Time Zone, 3.8 Copying Files from the USB Storage Device and 3.9
			Upgrading the Firmware.

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3.2Setting Video Output and Resolution

To set up the video output and resolution for PN300, select Service . The following window appears.

Figure 3-2

Output: Select a video output from VGA or HDMI which is supported by the display monitor.

Resolution: Select a screen resolution from the following options:

HDMI at 60 Hz	480p	720p	1080i	1080p
VGA at 60 Hz	640 x 480	1024 x 768	1280 x 768	1366 x 768

By default, the video output is set to VGA with the resolution of 1024 x 768.

Note:

1.The video output and resolution for SQP133 cannot be changed.

2.The resolution change will cause the PN300 to automatically reboot.

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