Getting Started Guide AvediaPlayer r92xx series IPTV Receivers
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Contents 1 2 Introduction ............................................................................................ 4 Additional Connections and Functions .................................................. 14 AvediaPlayer Documentation ................................................................... 4 Kensington Lock ............................................................................ 14 Scope ..............................................................................................
1 Introduction The AvediaPlayer r92xx series receivers are network devices which display an IP network delivered MPEG transport stream on a television or display. AvediaPlayer Documentation This manual – the AvediaPlayer r92xx Receivers Getting Started Guide – shows you how to perform the first steps of configuring and connecting Exterity AvediaPlayer r92xx series receivers to your TV/display and IP network.
Documentation Conventions The following conventions are used in the AvediaPlayer Getting Started Guide: Note: A Note calls attention or adds information that is important for the proper operation of the product. Bold - is used to identify dialogue boxes and screen text, for example: Name or Upgrade Filename. Blue – is used to identify application menu tabs such as Receiver Properties. Courier Font - is used to identify scripts, code examples, or keyboard commands.
2 About the AvediaPlayer r92xx Series Receivers The AvediaPlayer r92xx series receivers are network devices which display an IP network delivered MPEG-2 transport stream (TS) on a television or display. Streams from Exterity TVgateway, Encoder, Transcoder, and AvediaServer products are supported, as well as streams from some third party products. Models All AvediaPlayer r92xx series receivers provide the following AV outputs: Video: HDMI (with HDCP) 1080i & 1080p, 720p, 576p, 480p @ 50Hz, 59.
3 Before You Begin This section describes the key considerations required before connecting the AvediaPlayer receiver to a TV and your IP network. Network Considerations The Exterity r92xx receiver is a network device designed to accept IP multicast streams from Exterity TVgateways, Encoders and AvediaServers. In order for this to work satisfactorily, it is vital that the network switches are multicast-enabled in order to prevent unwanted flooding of traffic on the network.
Physical Location AvediaPlayer receivers are typically located close to, or attached to the connected TV or display device. Mounting kits enable you to securely mount any AvediaPlayer r92xx series receiver to a television and display, or to a wall or under a surface such as a desk or shelf. Refer to the Installation Solutions Guide for more information. Consult your Exterity sales representative for details of the available AvediaPlayer r92xx series installation accessories.
User Control IR Window – User control of the AvediaPlayer receiver is achieved using the IR Exterity Remote Control. If the physical location of the receiver blocks the IR Window, control functions can be maintained using an IR Extender connected to the rear panel. The front panel IR receiver is disabled when a rear panel connection is made. Status LED – The Status LED pulses on and off in normal operation. It flashes during start-up, or to indicate the receiver is responding to remote control commands.
4 Connection and Power On This section shows you how to connect the AvediaPlayer r92xx receiver to your TV, power it on, and ensure it is correctly configured for its connection to your IP network. Connect the AV Outputs Select the connection required for your TV/display and/or audio device: HDMI HDMI – Use a standard HDMI cable to connect the AvediaPlayer to an HD television/display.
AvediaPlayer r9210 Only - Component/Composite/S-Video/Analogue Audio Component Video – (HD and SD) Use standard phono cables (RCA). Composite Video – (SD only) Use a standard phono cable (RCA). S-Video – (SD only) Use a standard S-Video cable. Analogue Audio – Analogue audio 1 volt peak-to-peak maximum. Use standard phono cables (RCA). (not required if using HDMI) 11 | www.exterity.
Connect a Wired Handset or IR Extender IR – Connect the tethered remote control when control with the IR handset is not possible or desired. Connect the IR Extender cable to the IR jack to enable the user to control the receiver with an IR handset when the front panel IR receiver window is obscured. Connect to the IP Network In their default setting AvediaPlayer r92xx receivers are configured to obtain an IP address from the DHCP server on your network.
Connect to Power Source DC Supply DC Supply - Use the supplied Power cord to connect the in-line AC-DC Power Supply to the line supply. Power On Connect the receiver to the power source, AC-DC Power Supply or PoE and confirm the front panel LED flashes according to the Start-up activity. The Status LED flashes during start-up or to indicate the receiver is responding to remote control commands as follows: Function LED activity Start-up On 20 seconds, pulse on and off, 20 seconds.
Additional Connections and Functions Kensington Lock ® All AvediaPlayer r92xx series receivers provide a Kensington Lock slot, located to the rear of the right-side panel. Reset Reset – You can reboot the receiver by pressing a pin or the end of a pen into the RESET port. You can also return the receiver to the factory default settings. Briefly press RESET to reboot the AvediaPlayer receiver. Press and hold RESET until both ADM and TV LEDs flash to return the device to factory default settings.
USB USB – An external storage device (FAT32 format) can be connected to the USB port. The storage device can be used to hold for example; content and playlists to provide failover support, additional fonts, and html content for digital signage. For details on using this interface, refer to the AvediaPlayer r92xx Administrator’s Guide.
5 Basic Configuration The AvediaPlayer r92xx receivers can be configured using the Serial Admin Port, the Web Admin Interface, and the AvediaServer Director application. To use the Web Admin Interface, you need to know the AvediaPlayer receiver IP address. The AvediaServer Director application automatically discovers devices on your network and lists details such as their type and serial number, enabling you to identify each one.
Using the AvediaServer Director 1. Admin – log in using: username: admin password: labrador to access the Web Admin Interface. or Enter your AvediaServer IP address 2. Director – lists all Exterity devices in your network. Match the AvediaPlayer receiver MAC address and its IP address Start the AvediaServer Director Application and select the Receivers tab. 17 | www.exterity.
Using the Serial Admin Interface 1. USB/Serial Terminal Program - Terminal program such as PuTTY. Serial Port (RJ-45) Exterity access-usb RJ-45 to USB adaptor Exterity access-srl RJ-45 to DB9 adaptor Baud rate: 115200 Data bits: 8 Parity: none Stop bits: 1 Flow control: none Start terminal program 2. Admin – log in using: username: admin password: labrador to access the Serial Admin Interface.
IP Address Configuration When the IP address has been determined, you can log into the Web Admin interface to configure a name and location for the device and to specify different IP addressing. Alternatively, if the IP address is not known, you can configure the DHCP/IP address settings using the Serial Admin interface. Setting Network Configuration using the Serial Admin Interface This section shows how to use the Serial Admin interface to configure the correct IP addressing details.
Logging into the Web Interface 1. Admin – log in using: username: admin password: labrador to access the Web Admin Interface. or Enter your AvediaPlayer receiver IP address Enter admin/labrador username/password 2. 20 | www.exterity.
Setting Network Configuration using the Web Admin Interface This section shows how to use the web admin interface to configure the AvediaPlayer receiver to ensure it connects to your IP network and interacts correctly with all other network devices. You can configure the receiver to obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP, or you can specify static addressing information, such as IP address, subnet mask and default gateway. 1. 2.
Name and Location You can specify a name and location for each AvediaPlayer receiver. The name specified is also used to identify the device on a management application such as the AvediaServer Director. You can use the web management interface or the AvediaServer Director to specify a name and location. (For more information refer to the AvediaServer Managing your IPTV System Administrator’s Guide.) 1.
General Page Reference The General page displays hardware and software information for the receiver you are using and the status of its connection to the display device (HDMI only). You can specify a name and location to help identify each device when more than one receiver is installed on you network.
6 Regulatory and Safety Information There are no instructions specifically for service personnel in this document. There are no user serviceable parts inside any Exterity product. To prevent electric shock or fire hazard, do not remove cover. Refer service to qualified service personnel. This chapter contains important safety information. If you are unsure about any of the information in the section, please contact Exterity.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified 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. 15.
