POPCORN HOUR A-400 Manuale utente

Popcorn Hour A-400
User Manual

2001-2012© Syabas Technology. All Rights Reserved
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................ 3
2. Package Contents ............................................................................................. 3
3. Safety Notes ....................................................................................................... 4
4. TechnicalSpecications ................................................................................... 5
5. Getting Started ................................................................................................... 6
5.1 Popcorn Hour A-400 Overview ................................................................ 6
5.2 Connecting to TV via HDMI ..................................................................... 7
5.3 Connecting to TV via Composite ............................................................ 8
5.4 Connecting to TV via Component ........................................................... 9
6. Remote Control ................................................................................................ 10
7. Introduction to Home Menu ............................................................................ 16
8. Quick Setup Wizard ......................................................................................... 17
9. Setup ................................................................................................................. 23
9.1 Preferences ............................................................................................. 24
9.2 Audio ....................................................................................................... 25
9.3 Video ........................................................................................................ 26
9.4 Network(CongureIP) .......................................................................... 29
9.5 Network Share ........................................................................................ 30
9.5.1 Add Share ..................................................................................... 31
9.5.2 Browse Share ............................................................................... 32
9.5.3 Edit Share ..................................................................................... 33
9.6 Parental Control ..................................................................................... 34
9.7 BD/DVD/Audio CD .................................................................................. 35
9.8 Maintenance ............................................................................................ 36
9.8.1 Firmware Update .......................................................................... 37
10. Apps Market ..................................................................................................... 38
10.1 Login to Apps Market ............................................................................. 40
11. File Browser ..................................................................................................... 41
11.1 Settings ................................................................................................... 41

11.2 View Mode ............................................................................................... 42
11.3 File Manager ........................................................................................... 44
12. Movie Meta Data .............................................................................................. 45
12.1 Movie Info Page Walk-through .............................................................. 46
12.2 Download Movie Thumbnail and Meta Data ........................................ 47
12.3 Edit or Update Movie Information ......................................................... 49
12.4 Download Subtitles ................................................................................ 52
13. Networked Media Jukebox ............................................................................. 54
13.1 ConguringNMJ .................................................................................... 55
13.2 Navigating in NMJ .................................................................................. 60
13.3 Updating NMJ Information .................................................................... 64
13.4 Networked Media Jukebox Manager .................................................... 67
14. NMT Apps ......................................................................................................... 69
14.1 Installing NMT Apps ............................................................................... 70
14.2 Using the FTP Server ............................................................................. 74
14.3 Using the Samba Server ........................................................................ 74
14.4 Using the Torrent Client ......................................................................... 75
14.5 Using the Usenet Client ......................................................................... 76
14.5.1 Setting up NZBGET ...................................................................... 77
14.5.2 Accessing the NZBGET Client ...................................................... 77
15. Updatingrmware ........................................................................................... 80
16. Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 83
17. NMJ Navigator ................................................................................................... 85

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Popcorn Hour A-400 Networked Media
Jukebox. Powered by Syabas Technology, the Popcorn Hour A-400 is
a state of the art digital entertainment center with a TV apps market to
enhance your home entertainment.
2. Package Contents
1. Popcorn Hour A-400
2. Remote Control
3. 2x AAA Batteries
4. HDMI Cable
5. USB Slave Cable
6. eSATA cable
7. AC Adapter
8. AC Power Cord
SIZE AAA 1.5V
SIZE AAA 1.5V
ENTER
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3. Safety Notes
Read these operating instructions carefully
before using the unit. Follow the safety
instructions on the unit and the applicable
safety instructions listed below. Keep these
operating instructions handy for future
reference.
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 the
manufacturer’s instructions.
6) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including ampliers) that
produce heat.
7) Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding-type
plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not t into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
8) Protect the power cord from being
stepped on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
9) Only use attachments/accessories
specied by the manufacturer.
10) Unplug this device during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
11) Refer all servicing to qualied service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged 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.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT
DAMAGE:
1) DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO
MOISTURE OF ANY TYPE AND ENSURE
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, 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 WELL 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 VENTS.

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4.TechnicalSpecications
Hardware Specications
CPU Sigma Designs SMP8911, 800MHz Dual-Core CPU w/ 512 KB L2
Cache
Memory 512MB DDR2 DRAM, 256MB NAND Flash
AV Outputs HDMI, Component Video, CVBS, Stereo Analog Audio, Digital
Optical, Digital Coaxial
Interfaces 2 x Host USB 2.0, 1 x Slave USB 3.0, 1 x eSATA, 1 x SD Card
Reader
Network Gigabit Ethernet, Wireless N USB dongle (optional)
Chassis Dimension / Weight
Vented Aluminum Body, Fanless, Quiet Operation
182mm(W) x 55.5mm(H) x 158mm (L)
Weight: 1.3kg
Power 12V DC, 3.5A Max
Software Specications
Video
MPEG1/2/4 Elementary (M1V, M2V, M4V), MPEG1/2 PS (M2P,
MPG, DAT, VOB), MPEG2 Transport Stream (TS, TP, TRP, M2T,
M2TS, MTS), AVI, ASF, WMV, Matroska (MKV), MOV (H.264),
MP4, 3DMKV, 3D BD ISO
XVID SD/HD, MPEG-1, MPEG-2 MP@HL, MPEG-4.2 ASP@L5,
MP@HL, AP@L3
Audio AAC, M4A, MPEG audio (MP1, MP2, MP3, MPA), WAV, WMA,
FLAC, OGG, APE, TTA
Photo JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF, TIFF
Decoders
Dolby Digital, DTS, WMA, WMA Pro, MPEG-1(Layer 1, 2, 3),
MPEG-4 AAC-LC, MPEG-4 HE-AAC, MPEG-4 BSAC, LPCM,
FLAC, Vorbis
Pass-through DTS, DTS-HD HR, DTS-HD MA, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby True HD
Other Formats ISO and IFO navigation, Simple BD navigation
Subtitle SRT, MicroDVD SUB, SSA, SUB/IDX, Opensubtitle

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5. Getting Started
5.1 Popcorn Hour A-400 Overview
POWER
CVBS RPr
LPb Y
eSATA HDMIUSB3.0 SLAVE OPTICAL
COAXIAL
AUDIOVIDEO
12.0V
+
3.5A MAX

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5.2 Connecting to TV via HDMI
What you need:
о Popcorn Hour A-400
о Power Supply
o HDMI Cable
o TV with HDMI terminal
Step 1
Connect the HDMI cable to your TV HDMI terminal and the other end to your Popcorn Hour A-400.
Note: Some HDMI TVs have input and output HDMI terminals. Please make sure the HDMI
terminal is connected to input rather than output.
Step 2
Connect the AC power cord to AC power adapter. Then plug the power cord into your wall socket
and connect the power lead to Popcorn Hour A-400. Your Popcorn Hour A-400 is booting up now,
check your TV for further instructions.
ANT IN
TV Back Panel Connectors
POWER
CVBS RPr
LPb Y
eSATA HDMIUSB3.0 SLAVE OPTICAL
COAXIAL
AUDIOVIDEO
12.0V
+
3.5A MAX
POWER
CVBS RPr
LPb Y
eSATA HDMIUSB3.0 SLAVE OPTICAL
COAXIAL
AUDIOVIDEO
12.0V
+
3.5A MAX

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5.3 Connecting to TV via Composite
What you need:
o Popcorn Hour A-400
o Power Supply
o Composite Cables (not included)
o TV with Composite Terminal
Step 1
Connect the composite cables to both the composite terminals on the A-400 and your TV by
matching the yellow, red and white plugs to their coordinating terminals.
Note: Some TVs have input and output terminals for composite connection. Please ensure that it
is connected to the input terminal.
Step 2
Connect the AC power cord to AC power adapter. Then plug the power cord into your wall socket
and connect the power lead to Popcorn Hour A-400. Your Popcorn Hour A-400 is booting up now,
check your TV for further instructions.
POWER
CVBS RPr
LPb Y
eSATA HDMIUSB3.0 SLAVE OPTICAL
COAXIAL
AUDIOVIDEO
12.0V
+
3.5A MAX
ANT IN
TV Back Panel Connectors
COMPOSITE IN
POWER
CVBS RPr
LPb Y
eSATA HDMIUSB3.0 SLAVE OPTICAL
COAXIAL
AUDIOVIDEO
12.0V
+
3.5A MAX

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5.4 Connecting to TV via Component
What you need:
o Popcorn Hour A-400
o Power Supply
o Component Cables (not included)
o TV with Component Terminal
Step 1
Connect the component cables to both the component terminals on the A-400 and your TV by matching
the green, blue and red video plugs and the red and white audio plugs to their coordinating terminals.
Note: If your component cables only include the green, blue and red plugs you will need to use a set of
composite cables to connect to the TV for audio. If doing so, you do not need to connect the yellow plug.
Step 2
Connect the AC power cord to AC power adapter. Then plug the power cord into your wall socket and
connect the power lead to Popcorn Hour A-400. Your Popcorn Hour A-400 is booting up now, check your
TV for further instructions.
POWER
CVBS RPr
LPb Y
eSATA HDMIUSB3.0 SLAVE OPTICAL
COAXIAL
AUDIOVIDEO
12.0V
+
3.5A MAX
TV Back Panel Connectors
ANT IN
COMPOSITE IN
LR
POWER
CVBS RPr
LPb Y
eSATA HDMIUSB3.0 SLAVE OPTICAL
COAXIAL
AUDIOVIDEO
12.0V
+
3.5A MAX
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