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CloudMedia Popcorn Hour A-500 PRO User Manual

CloudMedia Popcorn Hour A-500 PRO
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A Networked Media Jukebox for Music & Movie Lovers
EN User Manual

Table of Contents

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CloudMedia Popcorn Hour A-500 PRO Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelPopcorn Hour A-500 PRO
CategoryJukebox
USB Ports2 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 3.0
Operating SystemLinux-based
ProcessorDual-core 1.2GHz
RAM2 GB
Video OutputHDMI, Composite
Audio OutputHDMI, Optical
NetworkGigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi
Card ReaderSD/SDHC
Supported Media FormatsMKV, MP4, AVI
Audio FormatsMP3, WAV, FLAC, AAC
Video CodecsH.264
Audio CodecsDTS, Dolby Digital
Power Supply12V DC

Summary

1. Introduction

2. Package Content

3. Safety Notes

4. Technical Specifications

5. Getting Started

5.1 Popcorn Hour A-500 PRO Overview

Provides a general overview of the Popcorn Hour A-500 PRO hardware and features.

5.2 Connecting to TV via HDMI

5.3 Connecting TV via Component

6. Remote Control

7. Introduction to Home Menu

7.1 Switching Home User Interface

Explains how to switch between Music Home and Media Home interfaces.

7.2 Switching to Android OS

Details how to switch the device's operating system between NMJ and Android.

8. Quick Setup Wizard

8.1 Setup via Wired Connection

Guides the user through the initial setup process using a wired network connection.

8.2 Setup via Wireless Connection

9. Setup

9.1 Preferences

Covers user interface preferences like language, screensaver, and play mode settings.

9.2 Audio Codec

Explains how to adjust audio codec settings for optimal entertainment system compatibility.

9.3 Video

Details video output settings, including resolution, framerate, and zoom.

9.4 Customizing Home Page

9.4.1 Appearance

Allows customization of the home screen wallpaper and icons.

9.4.2 Home Menu Display

Enables or disables default icons on the home page for a cleaner interface.

9.4.3 Creating Shortcuts

Explains how to create quick shortcuts for favorite folders, apps, or jukebox entries.

9.5 Network (Configure IP)

9.6 Network Share

Add Share

Instructions on how to manually add network shares from PC, MAC, or NAS.

Browse Share

How to browse and add available network shares using the file browser.

9.6.3 Edit Share

9.7 Parental Control

Setup Lock

Enables or disables the setup page lock to prevent unauthorized changes.

9.8 BD / Audio CD

9.9 Maintenance

Firmware Update

Guides on checking and installing firmware updates for the device.

9.9.1 Firmware Update

10. Apps Market

10.1 Login to Apps Market

11. File Browser

Network

How to access and browse network shares from the network option.

Local Media

How to browse media files stored on connected USB devices.

11.1 Settings

11.2 View Mode

11.3 File Manager

12. Movie Meta Data

12.1 Movie Info Page Walk-Through

Explains how to access movie information, synopsis, fanart, and subtitles.

12.2 Download Movie Thumbnail and Meta Data

Steps to download movie posters, fanart, and meta data directly from the device.

12.3 Edit or Update Movie Information

12.4 Download Subtitles

13. Networked Media Jukebox

13.1 Configuring NMJ

Steps to configure the Networked Media Jukebox (NMJ) database for media scanning.

13.2 Navigating in NMJ

Explains how to navigate and sort content within the NMJ software for movies, music, and photos.

13.3 Updating NMJ Information

How to manually edit incorrect movie information or update posters and fanart within NMJ.

13.4 Networked Media Jukebox Manager

Tools for managing the NMJ database, including adding folders, rescanning, and deleting.

14. NMT Apps

14.1 Installing the NMT Applications

Step-by-step guide for installing NMT applications like Samba, FTP, and Torrent clients.

14.2 Using the FTP Server

How to use the FTP service for convenient file transfer to and from the device.

14.3 Using the Samba Server

Instructions for using the Samba server to share files and stream content over a network.

14.4 Using Torrent Client

Guide to using the built-in Transmission torrent client for downloading files.

14.5 Using Usenet Client

How to set up and use the NZBGet client for downloading files from Usenet.

14.5.1 Setting up NZBGET

Detailed steps for configuring the NZBGet client with Usenet provider information.

14.5.2 Accessing NZBGET client

Instructions on how to access and log in to the NZBGet web interface.

15. Updating Firmware

16. Introduction to Music Home

File Browser

Overview of file browser functionality for managing media files.

Networked Media

How to access network shares for content browsing.

Local Media

How to access media files from connected USB devices.

16.1 Local Media

16.2 Networked Media

16.2.1 Navigation to content via UPnP

Steps to navigate and access content on network servers using UPnP.

16.2.2 Navigation to content via SAMBA

How to navigate and access content on network shares using SAMBA protocol.

16.2.3 Navigation to content via NFS

Steps to navigate and access content on network shares using NFS protocol.

16.3 Apps Market

16.4 Creating Shortcut

16.5 Content Navigation via Mobile NMJ App

17. Troubleshooting

18. NMJ Navigator

18.1 NMJ Navigator Walk-through

Guide on how to use the NMJ Navigator app for iPad and Android devices.

19. Android OS