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...Manual - Specifications subject to other companies. All Rights Reserved. Configuration système requise • Téléviseur standard ou HD avec entrée HDMI ou vidéo composite. • Appareil de stockage externe USB. HD με HDMI USB. and WD TV HD Media Player...för installation • Standard- eller HD-TV med HDMI- Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, and My Book are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Requisiti minimi di installazione • Televisore standard o HD con ingresso video HDMI o composito. ...
...Manual - Specifications subject to other companies. All Rights Reserved. Configuration système requise • Téléviseur standard ou HD avec entrée HDMI ou vidéo composite. • Appareil de stockage externe USB. HD με HDMI USB. and WD TV HD Media Player...för installation • Standard- eller HD-TV med HDMI- Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, and My Book are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Requisiti minimi di installazione • Televisore standard o HD con ingresso video HDMI o composito. ...
User Manual
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...blade or the third prong are not likely to qualified service personnel. For additional safety information, refer to assure personal safety. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 1 Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is designed and manufactured to www.wdc.com. The safeguards incorporated into the ... or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. • Carefully read and follow the Quick Install Guide and User Manual. • Do not operate this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been...
...blade or the third prong are not likely to qualified service personnel. For additional safety information, refer to assure personal safety. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 1 Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is designed and manufactured to www.wdc.com. The safeguards incorporated into the ... or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. • Carefully read and follow the Quick Install Guide and User Manual. • Do not operate this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been...
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.... Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - 2 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual WD Service and Support Should you encounter any problem, please give us keep you prefer, please contact WD at support.wdc.com. Register your product...
.... Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - 2 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual WD Service and Support Should you encounter any problem, please give us keep you prefer, please contact WD at support.wdc.com. Register your product...
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... WD product. For users outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com. IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - 3 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of purchase. Register your WD TV HD Media Player. residents, visit shopwd.com to view additional accessories available for your product. This information may...
... WD product. For users outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com. IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - 3 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of purchase. Register your WD TV HD Media Player. residents, visit shopwd.com to view additional accessories available for your product. This information may...
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... and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. lets you view all your media library and configure settings. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 2 Product Overview Thank you for digital signage • DVD-like navigation • Cover/Folder Art • Up to full-HD 1080p video playback and navigation • Dock-and-play convenience • Popular...
... and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. lets you view all your media library and configure settings. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 2 Product Overview Thank you for digital signage • DVD-like navigation • Cover/Folder Art • Up to full-HD 1080p video playback and navigation • Dock-and-play convenience • Popular...
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• HDMI 1.3 and composite video ports • Toslink (optical) audio port • Supported USB device file systems: FAT32, NTFS, HFS+ WD TV HD Media Player User Manual PRODUCT OVERVIEW - 5
• HDMI 1.3 and composite video ports • Toslink (optical) audio port • Supported USB device file systems: FAT32, NTFS, HFS+ WD TV HD Media Player User Manual PRODUCT OVERVIEW - 5
User Manual
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... DTS**** VORBIS MOV MOV DAT (VCD/SVCD TP, TS, M2T/M2TS *To convert subtitle files encoded in different digital formats. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 3 Features and Functions Features Audio/Video Interface • HDMI 1.3 interface for digital audio and high-definition video • Composite interface (RCA, yellow/white/red) for analog AV connection • Toslink...
... DTS**** VORBIS MOV MOV DAT (VCD/SVCD TP, TS, M2T/M2TS *To convert subtitle files encoded in different digital formats. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 3 Features and Functions Features Audio/Video Interface • HDMI 1.3 interface for digital audio and high-definition video • Composite interface (RCA, yellow/white/red) for analog AV connection • Toslink...
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... Note: Not all features are available on how to your AV receiver (Toslink cable sold separately) Connects to your TV's analog video and audio jacks Note: The WD TV HD Media Player does not support USB hubs. Connections 12 6 345 7 Item 1 Component Reset switch 2 USB port 1 3 Power... stylus or the unfolded end of a paperclip) Supports connection of removable storage devices, portable media players, and digital cameras with USB connector *For a list of DTS, Inc. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual ****Manufactured under license under U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
... Note: Not all features are available on how to your AV receiver (Toslink cable sold separately) Connects to your TV's analog video and audio jacks Note: The WD TV HD Media Player does not support USB hubs. Connections 12 6 345 7 Item 1 Component Reset switch 2 USB port 1 3 Power... stylus or the unfolded end of a paperclip) Supports connection of removable storage devices, portable media players, and digital cameras with USB connector *For a list of DTS, Inc. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual ****Manufactured under license under U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
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...page 74. • Receives signals from the USB storage. LED Indicators WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 12 3 Item 1 2 3 Component Power LED Infrared receiver Status LED Description • On-The power cable is connected and the power is on. • Off-The HD media player is in idle mode. • Off-No USB device is disconnected. ... to the infrared receiver and ensure that the path between the two is unobstructed. • On-A USB device is being accessed and the HD media player is in standby mode or the power cable is connected. • Blinking-Scans for more information.
...page 74. • Receives signals from the USB storage. LED Indicators WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 12 3 Item 1 2 3 Component Power LED Infrared receiver Status LED Description • On-The power cable is connected and the power is on. • Off-The HD media player is in idle mode. • Off-No USB device is disconnected. ... to the infrared receiver and ensure that the path between the two is unobstructed. • On-A USB device is being accessed and the HD media player is in standby mode or the power cable is connected. • Blinking-Scans for more information.
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REV (rewind) 9. FF (fast forward) 14. EJECT (safe removal of attached storage) Note: For additional information, see "Using the Remote Control" on page 21. Infrared transmitter 2. Navigation buttons 5. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS - 9 HOME 3. PREV (previous track/page up) 10. PAUSE/PLAY 13. NEXT (next track/page down) 15. POWER 4. Remote Control 1. OPTION 12. STOP 7. ENTER (turns Info bar ON or OFF) 6. SEARCH 11. BACK 8.
REV (rewind) 9. FF (fast forward) 14. EJECT (safe removal of attached storage) Note: For additional information, see "Using the Remote Control" on page 21. Infrared transmitter 2. Navigation buttons 5. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS - 9 HOME 3. PREV (previous track/page up) 10. PAUSE/PLAY 13. NEXT (next track/page down) 15. POWER 4. Remote Control 1. OPTION 12. STOP 7. ENTER (turns Info bar ON or OFF) 6. SEARCH 11. BACK 8.
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... requirement* -1% of total storage capacity Optional: TV, stereo, or AV receiver with an optical digital (Toslink), or stereo audio input jack (audio playback only) *Can be turned off in Settings Menu if not needed. GETTING STARTED - 10 4 Getting Started Package Contents WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Rubber feet WD TV HD Media Player Composite AV cables Remote control and...
... requirement* -1% of total storage capacity Optional: TV, stereo, or AV receiver with an optical digital (Toslink), or stereo audio input jack (audio playback only) *Can be turned off in Settings Menu if not needed. GETTING STARTED - 10 4 Getting Started Package Contents WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Rubber feet WD TV HD Media Player Composite AV cables Remote control and...
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Loading Content onto your USB Drive Transfer your favorite content from your computer to your external USB drive, such as My Passport™ or My Book® (external USB drives and stand not included). WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 1 - GETTING STARTED - 11
Loading Content onto your USB Drive Transfer your favorite content from your computer to your external USB drive, such as My Passport™ or My Book® (external USB drives and stand not included). WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 1 - GETTING STARTED - 11
User Manual
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Connect the power clip to the HD media player's DC connector, and then plug the opposite end into an AC power outlet. Some locations do not require a power plug clip. Installing Removing Installing Removing 2. Connect the power cable to the power cable plug. Units sold in those locations will vary, depending on your location. Connecting the Power Cable 1. The AC power adapter will have a fixed power plug. GETTING STARTED - 12 Refer to the illustration below. The HD media player powers up automatically. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 2 -
Connect the power clip to the HD media player's DC connector, and then plug the opposite end into an AC power outlet. Some locations do not require a power plug clip. Installing Removing Installing Removing 2. Connect the power cable to the power cable plug. Units sold in those locations will vary, depending on your location. Connecting the Power Cable 1. The AC power adapter will have a fixed power plug. GETTING STARTED - 12 Refer to the illustration below. The HD media player powers up automatically. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 2 -
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... detect the HD media player. Once the HD media player is not detected, you may need to change the input source on your TV to indicate system bootup, then the home screen of your TV for your connection. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Wait a few seconds for more information, see "Using the WD TV HD Media Player Menu" on page 22. If the HD media player is detected...
... detect the HD media player. Once the HD media player is not detected, you may need to change the input source on your TV to indicate system bootup, then the home screen of your TV for your connection. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Wait a few seconds for more information, see "Using the WD TV HD Media Player Menu" on page 22. If the HD media player is detected...
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Plug the yellow (video), red (right audio), and white (left audio) connectors into the composite input ports on the HD media player. 2. Plug the opposite ends into their respective ports on your TV, yellow to yellow, red to red, and white to white. 3. Select the appropriate TV input source. GETTING STARTED - 14 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Composite AV Connection (Standard Definition) To use a composite connection: 1.
Plug the yellow (video), red (right audio), and white (left audio) connectors into the composite input ports on the HD media player. 2. Plug the opposite ends into their respective ports on your TV, yellow to yellow, red to red, and white to white. 3. Select the appropriate TV input source. GETTING STARTED - 14 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Composite AV Connection (Standard Definition) To use a composite connection: 1.
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.... To connect your HD media player using an HDMI cable: 1. Select the appropriate TV input source. Plug a Toslink (optical) cable into the HDMI connector on the HD media player. 4. GETTING STARTED - 15 Note: HDMI and Toslink cables are sold separately. 5. Plug an HDMI cable into the S/PDIF (optical digital) connector on the HD media player. 2. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual HDMI Video and Audio...
.... To connect your HD media player using an HDMI cable: 1. Select the appropriate TV input source. Plug a Toslink (optical) cable into the HDMI connector on the HD media player. 4. GETTING STARTED - 15 Note: HDMI and Toslink cables are sold separately. 5. Plug an HDMI cable into the S/PDIF (optical digital) connector on the HD media player. 2. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual HDMI Video and Audio...
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Plug the opposite end into the HDMI connector on your HD media player. 4. Select the appropriate TV input source. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual DVI Video and Toslink (optical) Digital Audio (High Definition) DVI provides high-definition video, but without an audio signal. Plug a DVI to HDMI cable and a Toslink cable are required and are ...
Plug the opposite end into the HDMI connector on your HD media player. 4. Select the appropriate TV input source. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual DVI Video and Toslink (optical) Digital Audio (High Definition) DVI provides high-definition video, but without an audio signal. Plug a DVI to HDMI cable and a Toslink cable are required and are ...
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Select the appropriate TV input source. Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI In port on your TV (if available). 5. My Book external drive (sold separately. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI Out port on your A/V receiver. 3. Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the HD media player. 2. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI connector on your A/V receiver. 4. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Home Theater (High Definition) To connect a home theater system: 1. Note: HDMI cable sold separately) GETTING STARTED - 17
Select the appropriate TV input source. Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI In port on your TV (if available). 5. My Book external drive (sold separately. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI Out port on your A/V receiver. 3. Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the HD media player. 2. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI connector on your A/V receiver. 4. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Home Theater (High Definition) To connect a home theater system: 1. Note: HDMI cable sold separately) GETTING STARTED - 17
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... still navigate within the folders, but the folders will be disabled prior to connecting your HD media player. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 4 - Highlight OK on the remote. 2. Connecting a USB Device The HD media player has two USB ports that support playback from the HD media player. Removing a USB Device To prevent data loss, it is highly recommended that are preformatted...
... still navigate within the folders, but the folders will be disabled prior to connecting your HD media player. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 4 - Highlight OK on the remote. 2. Connecting a USB Device The HD media player has two USB ports that support playback from the HD media player. Removing a USB Device To prevent data loss, it is highly recommended that are preformatted...
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WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Unlocking a Password Protected WD Drive If you have connected a password-protected WD drive to the media player, you must enter the password to key in the password, select OK, then press ENTER. Use the navigation buttons to access its contents. Select OK, then press ENTER. 2. If a wrong password is entered, the following screen displays. GETTING STARTED - 19 Prior to the appearance of the media player menu, the following screen displays. The media player menu displays. To unlock a password-protected WD drive: 1.
WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Unlocking a Password Protected WD Drive If you have connected a password-protected WD drive to the media player, you must enter the password to key in the password, select OK, then press ENTER. Use the navigation buttons to access its contents. Select OK, then press ENTER. 2. If a wrong password is entered, the following screen displays. GETTING STARTED - 19 Prior to the appearance of the media player menu, the following screen displays. The media player menu displays. To unlock a password-protected WD drive: 1.