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SMPA Setup Guide
December 2, 2022 Scala, Inc. Page | 1
Setup Guide:
SMPA-R1305G-S, “Player-S”
SMPA-R1505G-D, “Player-SP

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Summary

Introduction to Scala Media Players

Scala Media Player Hardware Overview

Setting Up the SMPA

Guides the user through the initial setup process for the SMPA device, including unpacking and inspection.

Box Contents

Lists all the components included with the SMPA Digital Signage Media Player.

Device Images

Visual representation of the SMPA-R1305G-S and SMPA-R1505G-D hardware units.

Required Materials for Setup

Lists all necessary hardware and accessories needed for setting up the Scala Media Player.

Connecting the Cables

Step-by-step instructions for correctly connecting all cables to the SMPA unit.

Hardware EDID Emulation

Integrated Hardware EDID Configuration

Details the status and operation of the integrated hardware EDID emulator buttons.

Deployment Configuration of the SMPA

Necessary System Setup Tasks

Outlines essential Windows OS configuration tasks required for player service activation.

Microsoft Unified Write Filter (UWF)

Network Connectivity

Configuring DHCP or Static IP Address

Instructions for assigning IP addresses, either dynamically via DHCP or statically.

SMPA Display Configurations

Supported Display Configurations

Describes single, dual, and Eyefinity display arrangements for the SMPA.

Configuring Display Settings

Configuring Audio Output

Setting Date and Time

Setting the Device Time Zone

Procedure for configuring the correct time zone for the player device.

Setting the Device Time

Steps to synchronize the player's clock with an internet time server.

Changing Internet Time Server

Registry Method for Time Server

Alternative method to change time server settings via the Windows Registry.

Setting Regional and Locale Formats

User Account Passwords

Configure Scala System Account Password

Steps to change the password for the Scala System Account.

Configure Scala Display Engine Account Password

Steps to change the password for the Scala Display Engine Account.

Configure TightVNC for Remote Access

Configuring System Restarts

Weekly System Restarts

Procedure for setting up automatic weekly system reboots.

Daily System Restarts

Procedure for setting up automatic daily system reboots.

Configuring Auto-Logon Script

Scala Enterprise Playback Engine Configuration (32-bit)

Accessing the Scala Player Configuration Tool

Instructions on how to launch the Scala Player Configuration utility.

Scala Player Configuration Profile

Network Configuration

Settings for connecting the player to Content Manager via the Network tab.

Logging Settings

Playback Settings

Advanced Playback Settings

Modules Configuration

Info Tab for Release Number

Location within the configuration tool to find the player release number.

Connecting to Content Manager Server

Completing Player Configuration

Start Player Network Transmission Client

Enabling and starting the Player Network Transmission Client service.

Enable AutoLogon Player Account

Steps to enable automatic logon to the Player user account.

Enable UWF

Procedure to enable the Microsoft Unified Write Filter.

Restart the Player

Instructions for restarting the player after configuration tasks.

64-bit Player64 Engine Configuration

Accessing Player64 Configuration Tool

Instructions for launching the 64-bit Scala Player64 Configuration tool.

Scala Player64 Configuration - Main Settings

Saving Player64 Configuration Changes

Scala Player64 Advanced Options

Player Watchdog and Statistics

Configuring player watchdog and statistics for monitoring and troubleshooting.

Player Admin Panel Remote Access

Enabling remote access to the player's admin panel for diagnostics and troubleshooting.

System Management Settings

Configures nightly reboots, proxy usage, and disk cleanup thresholds.

Scala Player64 Playback Options

Display Configuration Options

Channel Options

Channel Scaling

Determines how channel content scales within available screen space.

Audio Hardware Configuration

Completing Player64 Configuration

Starting Player64 Services

Enabling and starting Player64 Network Transmission and Watchdog services.

Enable Player64 AutoLogon

Enabling automatic logon for the Player64 user account.

Enable UWF for Player64

Enabling the Microsoft Unified Write Filter for the Player64 system.

Restart Player64

Restarting the player after completing Player64 configuration tasks.

Appendix I: AMD Radeon Eyefinity Settings

Appendix II: EDID Emulation

Integrated Hardware EDID Configuration

Steps for configuring the integrated hardware EDID emulator.

Software EDID Emulation Configuration

Procedure for configuring EDID information via AMD Radeon Settings.

Appendix III: AMD Display Continuity

Appendix IV: SSH Connection

Appendix V: Command Line System Configuration

Appendix VI: Automated Player Configuration

ScalaProv.py Script Usage

Details on using the Python script for automated player provisioning.

Command Prompt Scripting Example

Appendix VII: VNC Firewall and Network Configuration

Windows Network Location Configuration

Reverse-VNC Connection Method

Appendix VIII: Keyboard Filter Configuration

Keyboard Filter Features

Describes the capabilities and features of the Windows Keyboard Filter service.

Scala End User License Agreement

GNU General Public License

GNU General Public License v3

SIL Open Font License

Ubuntu Font License

Scala Player-S Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandScala
ModelPlayer-S
CategoryNetwork Hardware
LanguageEnglish

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