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... power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your outlet, consult an electrician for your safety. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 1 Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is designed and manufactured to www.wdc.com. If the provided plug...
... power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your outlet, consult an electrician for your safety. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 1 Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is designed and manufactured to www.wdc.com. If the provided plug...
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... includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for your WD product online at http://register.wdc.com. Accessories For U.S. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of your product. This information...
... includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for your WD product online at http://register.wdc.com. Accessories For U.S. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of your product. This information...
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... listings, special features, and subtitles Photo slideshow with virtually all your home entertainment center. Composite video connection - Digital optical audio - WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 2 Product Overview Thank you for digital signage. This user manual provides step-by-step instructions for tons of file formats - Save your media collection on...
... listings, special features, and subtitles Photo slideshow with virtually all your home entertainment center. Composite video connection - Digital optical audio - WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 2 Product Overview Thank you for digital signage. This user manual provides step-by-step instructions for tons of file formats - Save your media collection on...
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...supported formats, go to "Supported Media File Formats" on page 52. 3 Features and Functions Features WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Audio/Video Interface HDMI 1.4 interface for digital audio and high-definition video Composite interface (RCA yellow/white/red) for analog AV connection ...includes 480i and 576i (composite interface), or 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p (HDMI interface) Stereo or multi-channel digital surround (pass through your content by filename or by thumbnails of photos, album covers, and movie preview Search-search by the file...
...supported formats, go to "Supported Media File Formats" on page 52. 3 Features and Functions Features WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Audio/Video Interface HDMI 1.4 interface for digital audio and high-definition video Composite interface (RCA yellow/white/red) for analog AV connection ...includes 480i and 576i (composite interface), or 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p (HDMI interface) Stereo or multi-channel digital surround (pass through your content by filename or by thumbnails of photos, album covers, and movie preview Search-search by the file...
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...132; Thumbnail support Aggregated music/photo/video view HDMI or composite video outputs Toslink (optical) audio output WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Plug-n-Play USB 2.0 Support USB storage device with a USB connector Portable multimedia drives with USB connector... Digital cameras with USB connector For a list of tested, compatible USB devices, see Article #2615 in our knowledge base at http://support.wdc...
...132; Thumbnail support Aggregated music/photo/video view HDMI or composite video outputs Toslink (optical) audio output WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Plug-n-Play USB 2.0 Support USB storage device with a USB connector Portable multimedia drives with USB connector... Digital cameras with USB connector For a list of tested, compatible USB devices, see Article #2615 in our knowledge base at http://support.wdc...
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Connections WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 1 23 4 5 67 Item Component Description 1 USB port Supports connection of removable storage devices, portable multimedia drives, and digital cameras with USB connectors 2 Power jack Connects the power adapter 3 Mini USB port Supports connection of a paperclip) FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS - 6 Note: When making an audio ...
Connections WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 1 23 4 5 67 Item Component Description 1 USB port Supports connection of removable storage devices, portable multimedia drives, and digital cameras with USB connectors 2 Power jack Connects the power adapter 3 Mini USB port Supports connection of a paperclip) FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS - 6 Note: When making an audio ...
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LED Indicator WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 12 Item 1 2 Component Description Infrared receiver Receives signals from the remote control. Power/activity LED On (steady blue)-...
LED Indicator WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 12 Item 1 2 Component Description Infrared receiver Receives signals from the remote control. Power/activity LED On (steady blue)-...
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Infrared transmitter 2. ENTER 6. REV (rewind) 9. EJECT (safe removal of attached storage) Note: For additional information, see "Using the Remote Control" on page 18. PREV (previous track) 10. Remote Control WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL CAUTION: Do not expose the batteries or the remote control with batteries installed to excessive heat (direct sunlight, fire, etc.). 1. Navigation buttons 5. STOP 7. HOME 3. FF (fast forward) 14. FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS - 8 BACK 8. NEXT (next track) 15. POWER 4. SEARCH 11. OPTION 12. PAUSE/PLAY 13.
Infrared transmitter 2. ENTER 6. REV (rewind) 9. EJECT (safe removal of attached storage) Note: For additional information, see "Using the Remote Control" on page 18. PREV (previous track) 10. Remote Control WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL CAUTION: Do not expose the batteries or the remote control with batteries installed to excessive heat (direct sunlight, fire, etc.). 1. Navigation buttons 5. STOP 7. HOME 3. FF (fast forward) 14. FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS - 8 BACK 8. NEXT (next track) 15. POWER 4. SEARCH 11. OPTION 12. PAUSE/PLAY 13.
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... latest updates and service pack (SP). For Mac, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. 4 Getting Started Package Contents WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Multimedia Drive USB cable Remote control and Two AAA batteries AC power adapter Quick Install Guide Installation Requirements ... Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. Important: For highest performance and reliability, it is compatible with a digital optical (Toslink) cable. For Windows, go to the Start menu and select Windows Update.
... latest updates and service pack (SP). For Mac, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. 4 Getting Started Package Contents WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Multimedia Drive USB cable Remote control and Two AAA batteries AC power adapter Quick Install Guide Installation Requirements ... Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. Important: For highest performance and reliability, it is compatible with a digital optical (Toslink) cable. For Windows, go to the Start menu and select Windows Update.
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... 57 for reformatting the drive to the multimedia drive. 3. Disconnect the multimedia drive from your TV or entertainment unit through the desired interface option. 4. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Multimedia Drive Reformatting The multimedia drive is outlined below: 1.
... 57 for reformatting the drive to the multimedia drive. 3. Disconnect the multimedia drive from your TV or entertainment unit through the desired interface option. 4. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Multimedia Drive Reformatting The multimedia drive is outlined below: 1.
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... drive powers up automatically. Units sold in those locations will vary, depending on your location. Connect the power clip to the power cable plug. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 1 - Connecting the Power Cable 1.
... drive powers up automatically. Units sold in those locations will vary, depending on your location. Connect the power clip to the power cable plug. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 1 - Connecting the Power Cable 1.
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... multimedia drive or from your computer to your computer. Connect the drive's power cable (see "Step 1 - Turn on your multimedia drive. GETTING STARTED - 12 WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 2 - Loading Content On Your Multimedia Drive Transfer your favorite content from the multimedia drive to your computer. 2. You can...
... multimedia drive or from your computer to your computer. Connect the drive's power cable (see "Step 1 - Turn on your multimedia drive. GETTING STARTED - 12 WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 2 - Loading Content On Your Multimedia Drive Transfer your favorite content from the multimedia drive to your computer. 2. You can...
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... Specialized, high-definition connector Yellow = video Red = right audio White = left audio Composite (Standard Definition) HDMI (High Definition) GETTING STARTED - 13 WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 3 - Connection HDMI Composite Quality Best (up to the multimedia drive. Connecting the Multimedia Drive The following figures illustrate the...
... Specialized, high-definition connector Yellow = video Red = right audio White = left audio Composite (Standard Definition) HDMI (High Definition) GETTING STARTED - 13 WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 3 - Connection HDMI Composite Quality Best (up to the multimedia drive. Connecting the Multimedia Drive The following figures illustrate the...
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Wait a few seconds for more information. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Composite AV Connection (Standard Definition) To use a composite connection (composite cable sold separately): 1. Check the user documentation of the user ...
Wait a few seconds for more information. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Composite AV Connection (Standard Definition) To use a composite connection (composite cable sold separately): 1. Check the user documentation of the user ...
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...on your TV to detect the multimedia drive. Go to 1080p. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI connector on page 19. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL HDMI Video and Audio (High Definition) HDMI combines high-definition video, multi-channel audio, and inter-component ...control in a single digital cable. Wait a few seconds for your TV for more information. This interface provides video quality resolution of the user interface opens. To...
...on your TV to detect the multimedia drive. Go to 1080p. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI connector on page 19. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL HDMI Video and Audio (High Definition) HDMI combines high-definition video, multi-channel audio, and inter-component ...control in a single digital cable. Wait a few seconds for your TV for more information. This interface provides video quality resolution of the user interface opens. To...
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... an AV receiver. 1. Plug a Toslink (optical) cable (sold separately) into the digital optical port on your multimedia drive. 3. Select the appropriate audio source on page 15. 2. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Toslink (optical) Digital Audio Toslink (optical) digital can send digital audio to a receiver capable of the Toslink (optical) cable into the S/PDIF...
... an AV receiver. 1. Plug a Toslink (optical) cable (sold separately) into the digital optical port on your multimedia drive. 3. Select the appropriate audio source on page 15. 2. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Toslink (optical) Digital Audio Toslink (optical) digital can send digital audio to a receiver capable of the Toslink (optical) cable into the S/PDIF...
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... USB hubs have been tested to your external USB drive, such as My Passport® or My Book® (external USB drive not included). WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 4 (Optional)- Connecting a USB Device Transfer your favorite content from your computer to ensure compatibility.
... USB hubs have been tested to your external USB drive, such as My Passport® or My Book® (external USB drive not included). WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 4 (Optional)- Connecting a USB Device Transfer your favorite content from your computer to ensure compatibility.
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WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 45 Operating the Multimedia Drive Using the Remote Control The multimedia drive remote control lets you can safely remove a USB ...
WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 45 Operating the Multimedia Drive Using the Remote Control The multimedia drive remote control lets you can safely remove a USB ...
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... you customize the way you press HOME on the remote control. Home Screen Navigation Use the following keys to navigate through the menu screens. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Using the Multimedia Drive Menu The multimedia drive Home screen menu is displayed when you use the multimedia drive and...
... you customize the way you press HOME on the remote control. Home Screen Navigation Use the following keys to navigate through the menu screens. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Using the Multimedia Drive Menu The multimedia drive Home screen menu is displayed when you use the multimedia drive and...
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... New Volume (multimedia drive) or the attached USB storage device (location you want to copy files from an attached USB memory device. File Management WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Copying Files Follow the steps listed below to copy a file to or from ), then press ENTER to view the folders...
... New Volume (multimedia drive) or the attached USB storage device (location you want to copy files from an attached USB memory device. File Management WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Copying Files Follow the steps listed below to copy a file to or from ), then press ENTER to view the folders...