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Mede8er MED500X2 User Manual

Mede8er MED500X2
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High Definition Multimedia Player
MED500X2
User Manual
Based on Firmware V2.0.0
21 November 2011
TM

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Mede8er MED500X2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
HDD size3.5 \
HDD interfaceSerial ATA II
Built-in storage mediaNo
Card reader integratedYes
Compatible memory cardsSD
Maximum storage capacity3 TB
Number of HDDs supported1
Connectivity technologyWired & Wireless
USB 2.0 ports quantity2
Networking featuresGigabit
Wi-Fi data rate (max)300 Mbit/s
Internal memory256 MB
Internal memory typeDDR2
Product colorBlack
Audio formats supportedAAC, LPCM, MP2, MP3, OGG, PCM
Image formats supportedBMP, JPG, PNG
Video formats supportedIFO, ISO, M2TS, M4V, MKV, MOV, MP4, MPG, TP, TRP, TS, VOB
Subtitle formats supportedsmi, srt, ssa, sub
Cables includedHDMI, USB
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth160 mm
Width225 mm
Height60 mm

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Overview

Installing a Hard Drive

Connections

Analogue Audio and Composite Video

Connects analogue audio and composite video outputs to a TV for basic picture quality.

Digital Audio and Network Connections

Connects HDMI, RJ45, Coax Digital, and Toslink for digital audio and network.

Component Video Connection

Power Up and Standby

TV Output Settings

TV System Toggle Procedure

Explains how to cycle through video output options using the TV SYS button.

Audio Output Settings

Formatting the Hard Drive

Data Loss Warning for Formatting

Emphasizes that the hard drive formatting process will erase all existing data.

USB Connection to PC

USB Connection Notes

Highlights that external drivers are not needed and to use the supplied blue USB3.0 cable.

Remote Functionality

Remote Control Buttons

Explains the operation of various buttons like DVD Angle, TV System, Numbers, Play/Pause, etc.

USB Keyboard Function Keys

Lists and explains the functionality of dedicated keys on a USB keyboard when connected.

Wired Network Connection and Setup

DHCP IP Configuration

Sets up automatic IP address assignment for network connection via DHCP.

Manual IP Configuration

Allows manual assignment of static IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server.

Samba Network Setup

Creating Samba Shortcuts

Details steps to add network shortcuts for Samba shares via IP, username, and password.

Public Shares Setup

Guides on configuring public shares using 'Guest' for username and password.

Home Network Samba Server

Samba Server Configuration

Explains how to enable/disable Samba, troubleshoot, and browse the server in Windows.

Wireless Network Setup

Wireless Connection Procedure

Guides plugging in the Wi-Fi dongle and positioning for optimal signal strength.

Firmware Update

Auto Configuration Restore Update

Describes updating firmware via the Setup Menu with automatic restore options.

Emergency Firmware Update

Details an alternative method for updating firmware and resetting configuration to default.

Home Page

Favourites

Manage genre artwork and create shortcuts to local and network folders.

Media Library

Browse media content on various drives and use the built-in File Manager.

Media Database Functions

Access movie, music, and picture search databases for detailed media information.

Internet Media

Access online content like Web Browser, Social Media, YouTube, and Flickr.

Setup Menu

Personalize device settings and options according to user needs.

Home Page Strip

Media Library Views

Media Library Views Explained

Details the five views (Movie, Music, Picture, List, Preview) and the 'Auto View' option.

Media Library View Navigation

Media Library Metadata Display

Movie Metadata Information

Displays movie rating, genre, run time, and synopsis via movie sheets or info button.

Custom Backdrops and Skins

Applying Custom Skins

Guides on downloading, unzipping, and applying custom skins for interface personalization.

XML Search and Jukebox Function

XML Search Library Preparation

Details conforming media library structure and using Y2M/Thumbgen for XML files.

Scanning the Library for XML Search

Explains how to scan folders to build a database for XML Search functionality.

Jukebox View Options

XML Search and Sorting

Access XML search, sort results, and manage watched indicators.

Security and Display Options

Configure folder locking and hide movie information for jukebox content.

Music Player

Music Player Shortcut

Accesses the Music Player to display currently playing music via the 'Audio' button.

Cover Art Preview

Play Folder and From Cover Art

Playing Videos from Folder

Plays the first video file in a folder by focusing on it and pressing 'Play' or 'FF'.

Playing Videos from Cover Art

Plays videos directly from cover art by pressing 'Info/About' then 'Play' or 'Enter'.

Watched Indicator Feature

Enables a feature to mark videos as watched with an eye icon.

Media Scanner

Media Scanner Modes

Explains the scanning modes for Movies, Music, and Pictures, with search options.

Lock Facility and PIN Protection

PIN Management

Change, protect, and reset PIN codes for system and folder security.

Folder Access Control

Implement folder protection using PIN codes for restricted access.

Favourites Manager

Adding Favourites

Guides on adding files or folders to Favourites using the Menu button.

Bootup to Favourites

Configures the device to boot directly to the Favourites screen on startup.

Genre Artwork and Favourites Management

Favourites Customization

Add genre artwork, custom images, and lock/unlock favourites with PINs.

XML Data Scanning

Scan favourite links to build or rebuild an XML database.

Video Navigation and Search

Video Info Search

Allows searching within a video file by time, title, or chapter using navigation buttons.

Goto Search

Enables jumping to specific time points, titles, or chapters within a video file.

Alpha Jump Navigation

Quickly jumps to files and folders in the Media Library using remote alpha buttons.

Screen Calibration and Zoom

Screen Calibration

Adjusts the red rectangle to fit the TV screen for optimal zoom performance.

Video Zoom Functionality

Offers zoom to Height, Width, or XY for full-screen viewing and aspect ratio correction.

Subtitles and Custom Fonts

Subtitle Management

Explains how to use embedded and external subtitle files, and access subtitle settings.

Custom Font Installation

Guides on installing custom GUI and subtitle fonts by renaming and copying files.

File Manager and Music Playlists

Creating Music Playlists

Instructions on making M3u playlists using the File Manager's multiple files section.

File Manager Operations

Details file operations like copy, delete, move, and rename using the Edit button.

File Manager - Multiple File Operations

Picture Viewing and Slideshows

Slideshow Settings

Configures slideshow timing, transition effects, background music, and other viewing options.

Plasma Mode and Video Transparency

Autoplay Functionality

Internet Media Streams

Remote Control Over Network

NFS Network File System

NFS Shortcut Setup

Guides on adding NFS clients, specifying IP address and share path for network access.

NFS Network Configuration Notes

Provides notes on share path format and potential network card settings for NFS.

Transmission BT Downloader

Adding Torrents

Explains how to select and upload torrent files from a PC to the Mede8er.

Managing Torrent Downloads

Covers setting download/upload speeds and managing downloaded files.

Setup Menu Options

System Settings

Configure Main Page, Audio, Picture, and Network settings for device operation.

Advanced Setup Options

Manage Misc settings like version info, USB upgrades, security, and boot options.

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