Open Hour GECKO User Manual

4K Android Player with Optimized KODI 15

EN User Manual

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Table of Content

1. Introduction……………………………………………………………….4

2. Package Content…………………………………………………………..5

3. Safety Notes………………………………………………………………6

4. Technical Specification…………………………………………………..7

5. Getting Started

5.1 Open Hour Gecko Overview………………………………………….8

5.2 Connecting to TV via HDMI…………………………………..……..8

6. Installation of KODI…………………………………………………….11

7. Network Share via SAMBA / NFS

7.1 Network Share by Media Center …………………………..………...13

7.2 Network Share by KODI…………………………………………......15

8. Scan Content via SAMBA……………………………………………….17

9. Installation of KODI Add-On……………………………………………19

10. Download Subtitle from KODI………………………………………….22

11. Settings

11.1 Wi-Fi Set-Up………………………………………………………..23

12. Play Store ……………………………………………………………….26

13. File Explorer

13.1 Video……………………………………………………………….31

13.2 Music……………………………………………………………….32

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14. Package Installer…………………………………………………………..34

15. All Apps

15.1 To uninstall an app…………………………………………………..39

16. Application’s Shortcut

16.1 Add application shortcut………………………………………….....41

16.2 Using Miracast………………………………………………………42

16.3 Delete application shortcut………………………………………….46

17. Clean Up Memory…………………………………………………….….47

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1. Introduction

Figure 1: Open Hour Gecko

Thank you for purchasing Open Hour Gecko. Open Hour Gecko is a 4K Android Player with
Optimized KODI 15:

i. HD Audio Passthrough
ii. Framerate Sync
iii. 3D BDISO
iv. 4K H.264 / 265
v. SAMBA / NFS

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2. Package Content

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3. Safety Notes

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PROUCT DAMAGE:

1. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO MOISTURE OF ANY TYPER AND

ENSURE THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUID SUCH AS CUPS OR VASES
ARE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS

2. ONLY USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

3. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN
ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WEL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT
CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions
on the unit and the applicable safety instructions liste below. Keep these operating instructions
handy for future references.

1. Keep these instructions

2. Heed all warnings

3. Do not use this device near water

4. Clean only with a dry cloth

5. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s

instructions.

6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat

7. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarize or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug

has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blandes and
a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third plong are provied for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electricin for replacement of the
obsolete outlet

8. Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched particularly at plus, convince

receptacles and the point where they exit from apparatus

9. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer

10. Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for a long period of time

11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damages in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.

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4. Technical Specifications

OS

Android

Chipset

Hisilicon 3798M

CPU

QuadCore ARM Cortex A7, 1.5GHz
QuadCore GPU Mali450

RAM

1GB DDR3

NAND Flash

8GB NAND Flash

Storage Extension

MicroSD (TF) Card

Network

10/100Mbps

802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi with External Antenna

Display Output

HDMI up to 2160P30Hz
Composite (required AV breakout cable)

Remote Control

IR Remote

Video Decoding

H. 264 4K, H.265 4K

Audio Support

HD Audio Passthrough

Other Formats

3D BDISO, Framerate Sync

Ports

1 x USB 2.0
1 x USB 3.0
1 x HDMI up to 2160P30HZ

Package Content

1 x Open Hour Gecko
1 x AC Adapter
1 x High Speed HDMI Cable
1 x AV Breakout Cable
1 x Remote Control
1 x AAA Batteries
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x Warranty Card

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5. Getting Started

5.1 Open Hour Gecko Overview

5.2 Connecting to TV via HDMI

What you need:

 Open Hour Gecko
 Power Supply
 HDMI Cable
 TV with HDMI terminal

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Step 1

AV

Connect the AC power cord to the AC power adapter. Then plug the power cord into wall socket
and connect the power lead to Open Hour Gecko.

Step 2

TV Display
Method 1:
Connect the HDMI cable to the TV HDMI terminal and the other end to Open Hour Gecko

Note: Some HDMI TVs have input and output HDMI terminals.
Please make sure the HDMI terminal is connected to input rather than output.

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Method 2:

Connect the composite cable to the TV composite output and the other end to Open Hour
Gecko AV output.

Your Open Hour Gecko is booting up now, check your TV for further instructions.

Step 3:

Insert batteries into remote and you can now access to your Open Hour Gecko

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6. Installation of KODI

Installation of KODI is easy. Using your remote control, navigate to the KODI icon on
your home screen and press ENTER.

Then, wait for the KODI and its configuration files to download.

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Press OK to restart your Open Hour Gecko once you have done downloading KODI and

Please restart the device in order to use Kodi for the first time.

Restart

you can now access to KODI

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7. Network Share via SAMBA / NFS

7.1 Network Share by Media Center

Using your remote control, navigate to the Media Center icon on your home screen and
press ENTER.

Select either SAMBA or NFS

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Then, you can either select “Auto Search” followed by “search the user” OR “add share”

followed by keying in all the details requested and press OK

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7.2 Network Share by KODI

Using your remote control, navigate to the KODI icon on your home screen and press
ENTER.

Then, select “Videos” followed by “Files”

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After selecting “Add Videos”, select “Browse”

Under Browse, select either “SAMBA or “NFS” followed by the user you would like to share.

Last but not least, press OK.

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8. Scan Content via SAMBA

Using your remote control, navigate to the KODI icon on your home screen and press
ENTER.

Then, select “Videos” followed by “Files”

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Under “Video”, select “Set Content”

After choosing your desired directory, click OK

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On the window pops out asking if you want to refresh information for all items within this path,
choose “YES”. Wait for minutes and observe the changes on the KODI home screen

9. Installation of KODI Add-On

Using your remote control, on the home screen of KODI, navigate to the System icon

then Settings.

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Then, click “Add-ons”.

Under Add-ons, select “Install from repository”

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Choose the add-on you would like to add and click “Install”. Wait for a moment until the add-on
is installed.

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10. Download Subtitle from KODI

To download subtitle from KODI, use your remote control and navigate to the subtitle icon
on the right bottom of the screen, then press Download.

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11. Settings

Using your remote control, navigate to the Settings icon and you can access to any
features that you want.

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11.1. Wi-Fi Set-Up

In order to connect to Wi-Fi, go to Settings followed by General then Advanced Setting.
Next, choose the user name you are likely to connect.

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Key in your password and click Connect. Now, you are connected to the WiFi.

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12. Play Store

Using your remote control, navigate to the Play Store icon.

Sign In to your Google Account or if not, create one.

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By clicking Accept, you agree to obey to Google Play Terms of Service which will then prompt
you to Google Play Store.

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13. File Explorer

Using your remote control, navigate to the Play Store icon.

Next, choose files in either internal drive or your external USB drive that you are likely to access.

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13.1 Video

Choose your favorite movie and watch it in 4K UHD!

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You may access to the Player Menu for settings by pressing the button on your remote control.

13.2 Music

You may also play your music in your file explorer.

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If you wish to access to the music playlist, press the shortcut key - button on your remote
control to get accessed to the music playlist.

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14. Package Installer

Before installing package or app, go to Settings, followed by Security and choose Allow for
Unknown Sources.

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Then, use your remote control; navigate to the Package Installer icon.

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After keying in the default token 2222, press and then press Submit

In the Disclaimer, press Agree.

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Then, choose the package you would like to install and press OK on your remote control and
wait for it to install.

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To install the application of your selected package, click Install until the app is completely
installed.

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15. All Apps

Using your remote control, navigate to the All Apps icon.

Just click on the app that you have installed and you can now access to the app

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15.1 To uninstall an app

To uninstall an app, press on your remote control and just click on the uninstall icon on
your screen

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16. Application’s Shortcut

16.1 Add Application’s Shortcuts

To create an application’s shortcut on the home screen, use remote control to navigate to
the plus icon at the bottom of the home screen and press OK

Select an application that you would like it to be on your Home screen and press OK

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Now, you can go directly from your home screen to screens within an app with the shortcuts!

16.2 Using Miracast

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To use Miracast, follows the steps as followed:
Step 1: Turn on Wi-Fi and enter Display

Step 2: Enter Wireless Display

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Step 3: Turn on Wireless Display

Step 4: Search for the devices and choose the available device to connect

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Please note that the supported devices of Miracast are:

1. Huawei
a. Huawei G700
b. Huaiwei G730

2. Xiaomi
a. Xiaomi2/2s
b. Xiaomi3

3. Google
a. Nexus 4
b. Nexus 5

4. Else
a. Asus Pad etc.

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16.3 Delete Application’s Shortcut

To delete application’s shortcut from home screen, use your remote control and navigate to the
application’s shortcut icon in image below refers to Miracast icon.

On your remote control, press the button and click Remove.

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17. Clean Up Memory

To free up the memory by cleaning background running applications, use your remote control
and navigate to the Broom icon at the bottom left of the home screen

Then, press OK to start the cleaning process

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After cleaning up, you can see a status showing the space that has freed up

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