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...TV™ HD Media Player Technical Support Services support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com 800.ASK.4WDC North America 800.832.4778 Spanish +800.6008.6008 Asia Pacific 00800.27549338 Europe (toll free where available) +31.880062100 Europe/Middle East/Africa Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, and My Book are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. ArcSoft Media... Converter Software - Sample HD Media Standard Definition OR High ...
...TV™ HD Media Player Technical Support Services support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com 800.ASK.4WDC North America 800.832.4778 Spanish +800.6008.6008 Asia Pacific 00800.27549338 Europe (toll free where available) +31.880062100 Europe/Middle East/Africa Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, and My Book are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. ArcSoft Media... Converter Software - Sample HD Media Standard Definition OR High ...
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... and Functions 6 Features 6 Connections 7 LED Indicators 8 Remote Control 9 4 Getting Started 10 Package Contents 10 Installation Requirements 10 Installation Procedure 10 5 Operating the HD Media Player 20 Using the Remote Control 20 Using the WD HD TV Media Player Menu 21 6 Watching Video 22 Video Playback 22 Video Playback Controls 24 Video Playback Options 24 TABLE OF CONTENTS - i
... and Functions 6 Features 6 Connections 7 LED Indicators 8 Remote Control 9 4 Getting Started 10 Package Contents 10 Installation Requirements 10 Installation Procedure 10 5 Operating the HD Media Player 20 Using the Remote Control 20 Using the WD HD TV Media Player Menu 21 6 Watching Video 22 Video Playback 22 Video Playback Controls 24 Video Playback Options 24 TABLE OF CONTENTS - i
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7 Playing Music 28 Music Playback 28 Music Playback Controls 30 Music Playback Options 30 8 Viewing Photos 32 Photo Display 32 Photo Display Options 33 Photo Slideshow 35 9 Settings and Advanced Features 40 Settings Navigation Buttons 40 Audio/Video 41 Music 43 Movie 44 Photo 44 System 47 Media Library 52 Locating Media Content 55 10 System Maintenance 60 System Firmware Upgrade 60 Troubleshooting 63 Common Error Messages 65 FAQs 66 11 Appendix 67 Supported formats 67 Regulatory Compliance 70 Warranty Information 73 TABLE OF CONTENTS - ii
7 Playing Music 28 Music Playback 28 Music Playback Controls 30 Music Playback Options 30 8 Viewing Photos 32 Photo Display 32 Photo Display Options 33 Photo Slideshow 35 9 Settings and Advanced Features 40 Settings Navigation Buttons 40 Audio/Video 41 Music 43 Movie 44 Photo 44 System 47 Media Library 52 Locating Media Content 55 10 System Maintenance 60 System Firmware Upgrade 60 Troubleshooting 63 Common Error Messages 65 FAQs 66 11 Appendix 67 Supported formats 67 Regulatory Compliance 70 Warranty Information 73 TABLE OF CONTENTS - ii
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... your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 1 Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any ventilation openings. Servicing is designed...
... your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 1 Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any ventilation openings. Servicing is designed...
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...-day period commences on the following page. Get Warranty, Product Replacement (RMA), RMA Status, and Data Recovery Information. Knowledge Base - IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - 2 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual WD Technical Support Important: Should you encounter any problem, please do not return this product, visit our product support website at support.wdc...
...-day period commences on the following page. Get Warranty, Product Replacement (RMA), RMA Status, and Data Recovery Information. Knowledge Base - IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - 2 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual WD Technical Support Important: Should you encounter any problem, please do not return this product, visit our product support website at support.wdc...
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.../+800 608 6008/+65 62430496 +800 6008 6008/+65 62430496 +800 ASK4 WDEU +31 880062100 +31 880062100 +31 880062100 Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - 3 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for support, have your WD product serial number, system hardware...
.../+800 608 6008/+65 62430496 +800 6008 6008/+65 62430496 +800 ASK4 WDEU +31 880062100 +31 880062100 +31 880062100 Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION - 3 WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for support, have your WD product serial number, system hardware...
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...the applicable warranty period for your first telephone contact with WD technical support. For users outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of your WD product online at... to view additional accessories available for your product. You can find this information on the label on the date of your WD TV HD Media Player. Serial Number: Model Number: Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: Registering your WD Product Your WD product includes 30 days of purchase...
...the applicable warranty period for your first telephone contact with WD technical support. For users outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of your WD product online at... to view additional accessories available for your product. You can find this information on the label on the date of your WD TV HD Media Player. Serial Number: Model Number: Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: Registering your WD Product Your WD product includes 30 days of purchase...
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... TV HD Media Player. The WD TV HD Media Player is supported from an optical interface (Toslink). The included remote control lets you quickly browse through an HDMI connection or standard definition for TVs with a variety of major audio, video, and image file formats. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 2 Product Overview Thank you for installing and using your new media player. High-fidelity digital...
... TV HD Media Player. The WD TV HD Media Player is supported from an optical interface (Toslink). The included remote control lets you quickly browse through an HDMI connection or standard definition for TVs with a variety of major audio, video, and image file formats. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 2 Product Overview Thank you for installing and using your new media player. High-fidelity digital...
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...the HDMI interface) • Stereo or multi-channel digital surround audio output Multiformat Content Playback Multiformat is capable of playing several different types of Dolby Laboratories. **Single layer only. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 3 Features and Functions Features Audio/Video Interface... • HDMI interface for digital audio and high-definition video • Composite interface (RCA, yellow/white/...
...the HDMI interface) • Stereo or multi-channel digital surround audio output Multiformat Content Playback Multiformat is capable of playing several different types of Dolby Laboratories. **Single layer only. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 3 Features and Functions Features Audio/Video Interface... • HDMI interface for digital audio and high-definition video • Composite interface (RCA, yellow/white/...
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... or the unfolded end of a paperclip) Supports connection of removable storage devices, portable media players, and digital cameras with USB connectors Connects the power cable The same function as My Book® Studio and My Passport™ Studio™ drives. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual USB Storage File System Support • NTFS • FAT/FAT32...
... or the unfolded end of a paperclip) Supports connection of removable storage devices, portable media players, and digital cameras with USB connectors Connects the power cable The same function as My Book® Studio and My Passport™ Studio™ drives. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual USB Storage File System Support • NTFS • FAT/FAT32...
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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 page ... remote control 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. See "Troubleshooting" on . • Off-The...
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 page ... remote control 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. See "Troubleshooting" on . • Off-The...
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ENTER 6. SEARCH 7 11. PAUSE/PLAY 13. NEXT (next track) 15. HOME 3. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 1 11 12 13 14 15 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS - 9 POWER 2 4. Navigation buttons 3 5. OPTION 8 12. STOP 7. REV (rewind) 5 9. EJECT (safe removal of attached 10 storage) Note: For additional information, see "Using the Remote Control" on page 20. Infrared transmitter 2. BACK 4 8. FF (fast forward) 9 14. PREV (previous track) 6 10. Remote Control 1.
ENTER 6. SEARCH 7 11. PAUSE/PLAY 13. NEXT (next track) 15. HOME 3. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual 1 11 12 13 14 15 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS - 9 POWER 2 4. Navigation buttons 3 5. OPTION 8 12. STOP 7. REV (rewind) 5 9. EJECT (safe removal of attached 10 storage) Note: For additional information, see "Using the Remote Control" on page 20. Infrared transmitter 2. BACK 4 8. FF (fast forward) 9 14. PREV (previous track) 6 10. Remote Control 1.
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...; WD storage device with optical digital (toslink), or stereo audio input (audio playback only). Optional: TV, stereo, or A/V receiver with USB 2.0 interface. 4 Getting Started Package Contents WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Rubber feet WD HD TV Media Player Composite AV cables Remote control and Two AAA batteries AC power adapter WD TV™ HD Media Player OR EU/KO EU/KO 5 Minimum...
...; WD storage device with optical digital (toslink), or stereo audio input (audio playback only). Optional: TV, stereo, or A/V receiver with USB 2.0 interface. 4 Getting Started Package Contents WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Rubber feet WD HD TV Media Player Composite AV cables Remote control and Two AAA batteries AC power adapter WD TV™ HD Media Player OR EU/KO EU/KO 5 Minimum...
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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 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 not included). WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 1 -
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... do not require a power plug clip. GETTING STARTED - 12 Connecting the Power Cable 1. Connect the power cable to the illustration below. The HD media player powers up automatically. Refer to the HD media player's DC connector, and then plug the opposite end into an AC power outlet. Connect the power clip to the power cable plug.../JA/TW EU/KO US/JA/TW EU/KO Installing Removing Installing Removing 2. Units sold in those locations will vary, depending on your location. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 2 -
... do not require a power plug clip. GETTING STARTED - 12 Connecting the Power Cable 1. Connect the power cable to the illustration below. The HD media player powers up automatically. Refer to the HD media player's DC connector, and then plug the opposite end into an AC power outlet. Connect the power clip to the power cable plug.../JA/TW EU/KO US/JA/TW EU/KO Installing Removing Installing Removing 2. Units sold in those locations will vary, depending on your location. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Step 2 -
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...user interface opens. For more information. Connecting the WD TV HD Media Player The following figures illustrate the cable connections supported by your TV depends on the quality of your TV to the HD media player. If the HD media player is detected, the splash screen displays to HDMI or ... right audio • White = left audio Composite (Standard Definition) Home theater (High Definition) HDMI (High Definition) Digital Audio (High Definition) GETTING STARTED - 13 Choosing the Best Connection The quality of the picture produced by the HD media player. Step 3 -
...user interface opens. For more information. Connecting the WD TV HD Media Player The following figures illustrate the cable connections supported by your TV depends on the quality of your TV to the HD media player. If the HD media player is detected, the splash screen displays to HDMI or ... right audio • White = left audio Composite (Standard Definition) Home theater (High Definition) HDMI (High Definition) Digital Audio (High Definition) GETTING STARTED - 13 Choosing the Best Connection The quality of the picture produced by the HD media player. Step 3 -
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Plug the opposite ends into their respective ports on your TV, yellow to yellow, red to red, and white to white. 3. GETTING STARTED - 14 Plug the yellow (video), red (right audio), and white (left audio) connectors into the composite input ports on the HD media player. 2. Select the appropriate TV input source. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Composite AV Connection (Standard Definition) To use a composite connection: 1.
Plug the opposite ends into their respective ports on your TV, yellow to yellow, red to red, and white to white. 3. GETTING STARTED - 14 Plug the yellow (video), red (right audio), and white (left audio) connectors into the composite input ports on the HD media player. 2. Select the appropriate TV input source. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Composite AV Connection (Standard Definition) To use a composite connection: 1.
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...digital port on your HD media player using an HDMI cable: 1. GETTING STARTED - 15 To connect your TV or audio/video system (if available). As an option, for higher quality multi-channel audio: 3. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI port on your receiver or home theater system. WD TV HD Media Player... 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.
...digital port on your HD media player using an HDMI cable: 1. GETTING STARTED - 15 To connect your TV or audio/video system (if available). As an option, for higher quality multi-channel audio: 3. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI port on your receiver or home theater system. WD TV HD Media Player... 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.
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... the other end of up to HDMI cable adapter into the DVI port on the HD media player. 2. My Passport portable drive (sold separately. 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 the opposite end into the HDMI connector...
... the other end of up to HDMI cable adapter into the DVI port on the HD media player. 2. My Passport portable drive (sold separately. 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 the opposite end into the HDMI connector...
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Plug the opposite end into the HDMI port on your A/V receiver. 4. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Home Theater (High Definition) To connect a home theater system: 1. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI In port on your TV (if available). 5. Note: HDMI cable sold separately) GETTING STARTED - 17 Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI Out port on the HD media player. 2. Select the appropriate TV input source. My Book external drive (sold separately. Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on your A/V receiver. 3.
Plug the opposite end into the HDMI port on your A/V receiver. 4. WD TV HD Media Player User Manual Home Theater (High Definition) To connect a home theater system: 1. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI In port on your TV (if available). 5. Note: HDMI cable sold separately) GETTING STARTED - 17 Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI Out port on the HD media player. 2. Select the appropriate TV input source. My Book external drive (sold separately. Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on your A/V receiver. 3.