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... toll free) +31.880062100 Middle East +31.880062100 Africa +31.880062100 Western Digital, WD, and the WD logo are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to change without notice. © 2010 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Technical Support Services http://support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com If you encounter problems with this product, please contact WD Technical Support. Specifications subject...
... toll free) +31.880062100 Middle East +31.880062100 Africa +31.880062100 Western Digital, WD, and the WD logo are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to change without notice. © 2010 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Technical Support Services http://support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com If you encounter problems with this product, please contact WD Technical Support. Specifications subject...
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... power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to be routed so that produce heat. Do not expose the batteries or the remote control with batteries installed to www.wdc.com. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 1 Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device...
... power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to be routed so that produce heat. Do not expose the batteries or the remote control with batteries installed to www.wdc.com. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 1 Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device...
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..., WPL file types Preview your new multimedia drive. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. Save your media collection on your digital media in high capacity hard drive offers room for purchasing the WD Elements Play multimedia drive. The built-in Full-HD 1080p resolution. Connect your digital camera or camcorder and play or transfer content from...
..., WPL file types Preview your new multimedia drive. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. Save your media collection on your digital media in high capacity hard drive offers room for purchasing the WD Elements Play multimedia drive. The built-in Full-HD 1080p resolution. Connect your digital camera or camcorder and play or transfer content from...
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... file format) Video preview (if supported by filename and partial filename Content Playback The multimedia drive is capable of playing several different types of multiformat files. The included remote control lets you quickly browse through only) audio output Advanced Navigation Options Thumbnail and list views-browse your media and configure settings. 3 Features and Functions Features WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL...
... file format) Video preview (if supported by filename and partial filename Content Playback The multimedia drive is capable of playing several different types of multiformat files. The included remote control lets you quickly browse through only) audio output Advanced Navigation Options Thumbnail and list views-browse your media and configure settings. 3 Features and Functions Features WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL...
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...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 connection through the Toslink (optical) port, only the composite video connection is required. 6 Toslink (optical) audio port Connects to your TV's analog video and audio jacks (composite cable sold separately) 7 Reset...
...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 connection through the Toslink (optical) port, only the composite video connection is required. 6 Toslink (optical) audio port Connects to your TV's analog video and audio jacks (composite cable sold separately) 7 Reset...
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... every 2.5 seconds) Off-The multimedia drive is in standby mode or the power cable is on. Activity-Fast flashing (approximately three times per second) System standby- Power/activity LED On (steady blue)-The power cable is connected and the power is disconnected. LED Indicator WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 12 Item 1 2 Component Description Infrared receiver Receives signals from the remote control...
... every 2.5 seconds) Off-The multimedia drive is in standby mode or the power cable is on. Activity-Fast flashing (approximately three times per second) System standby- Power/activity LED On (steady blue)-The power cable is connected and the power is disconnected. LED Indicator WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL 12 Item 1 2 Component Description Infrared receiver Receives signals from the remote control...
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For Windows, go to the Start menu and select Windows Update. GETTING STARTED - 9 Important: For highest performance and reliability, it is compatible with a digital optical (Toslink) cable. 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 Standard or HD TV with an HDMI or composite...
For Windows, go to the Start menu and select Windows Update. GETTING STARTED - 9 Important: For highest performance and reliability, it is compatible with a digital optical (Toslink) cable. 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 Standard or HD TV with an HDMI or composite...
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... media content (optional). Important: Reformatting the multimedia drive erases all updated Windows operating systems. Go to http://support.wdc.com and refer to Knowledge Base Answer ID 3865 for reformatting the drive to Mac OS X format. Connect the power cable. 2. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Multimedia Drive Reformatting The multimedia drive is outlined below: 1. Installation Procedure The multimedia drive installation procedure is preformatted as a single NTFS partition for compatibility with all its contents. GETTING STARTED - 10 Transfer...
... media content (optional). Important: Reformatting the multimedia drive erases all updated Windows operating systems. Go to http://support.wdc.com and refer to Knowledge Base Answer ID 3865 for reformatting the drive to Mac OS X format. Connect the power cable. 2. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Multimedia Drive Reformatting The multimedia drive is outlined below: 1. Installation Procedure The multimedia drive installation procedure is preformatted as a single NTFS partition for compatibility with all its contents. GETTING STARTED - 10 Transfer...
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...) and USB cable as shown below . 3. The multimedia drive appears as a new drive volume in Computer (Windows 7 or Windows Vista) or My Computer (Windows XP). 5. Turn on page 10 for details. 1. Double-click the WD Multimedia drive icon. 4. You can also transfer files from your computer to the multimedia drive or from the multimedia drive using a Mac, you must reformat the drive. Drive utilities are installed automatically. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 2 - See "Multimedia Drive Reformatting...
...) and USB cable as shown below . 3. The multimedia drive appears as a new drive volume in Computer (Windows 7 or Windows Vista) or My Computer (Windows XP). 5. Turn on page 10 for details. 1. Double-click the WD Multimedia drive icon. 4. You can also transfer files from your computer to the multimedia drive or from the multimedia drive using a Mac, you must reformat the drive. Drive utilities are installed automatically. WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Step 2 - See "Multimedia Drive Reformatting...
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... available media files. My Book external drive (sold separately) OR My Passport portable drive (sold separately) 2. This may take several minutes, depending on the storage device connected to the multimedia drive's USB port. "Please insert a USB storage device" appears on the remote. 2. For Apple Users For HFS+, Journaling must be disabled on the storage capacity of the USB device and the number of supported USB devices, see Article #2615 in our knowledge base at http://support.wdc.com. Connect the USB device...
... available media files. My Book external drive (sold separately) OR My Passport portable drive (sold separately) 2. This may take several minutes, depending on the storage device connected to the multimedia drive's USB port. "Please insert a USB storage device" appears on the remote. 2. For Apple Users For HFS+, Journaling must be disabled on the storage capacity of the USB device and the number of supported USB devices, see Article #2615 in our knowledge base at http://support.wdc.com. Connect the USB device...
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..., displays the toolbar for media files, enable playback options, and customize the system settings. EJECT Switches to safe mode so you navigate the Home screen, browse for additional playback options. 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 device. The infrared sensor detects infrared signals from the remote...
..., displays the toolbar for media files, enable playback options, and customize the system settings. EJECT Switches to safe mode so you navigate the Home screen, browse for additional playback options. 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 device. The infrared sensor detects infrared signals from the remote...
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... DRIVE USER MANUAL Digital Audio Output Mode Use this menu to set the screen display mode. Options include: 4:3 (default) 16:9 Photo Scaling Display as is (default) Fit to screen Video Output Resolution Use this menu to format the multimedia drive. Options include: List mode (default) Thumbnail mode Disk Manager This menu displays information about the multimedia drive, including: Storage Type Free Space Total Size...
... DRIVE USER MANUAL Digital Audio Output Mode Use this menu to set the screen display mode. Options include: 4:3 (default) 16:9 Photo Scaling Display as is (default) Fit to screen Video Output Resolution Use this menu to format the multimedia drive. Options include: List mode (default) Thumbnail mode Disk Manager This menu displays information about the multimedia drive, including: Storage Type Free Space Total Size...
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... and product enhancements. Upon detecting a firmware update, the multimedia drive automatically opens a screen asking you if you encounter an error message, refer to http://support.wdc.com and download the latest firmware update file for your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. SYSTEM MAINTENANCE - 46 System Firmware Upgrade Firmware is an important set of instructions that your multimedia drive needs to more serious problems may require contacting your USB storage. 2. Click Downloads, then the product...
... and product enhancements. Upon detecting a firmware update, the multimedia drive automatically opens a screen asking you if you encounter an error message, refer to http://support.wdc.com and download the latest firmware update file for your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance. SYSTEM MAINTENANCE - 46 System Firmware Upgrade Firmware is an important set of instructions that your multimedia drive needs to more serious problems may require contacting your USB storage. 2. Click Downloads, then the product...
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.... USB DEVICE The attached USB device is not visible on the entertainment unit is selected for your audio output mode and have a Toslink cable connected. - You have Digital Ouput selected as your audio output mode and have an RCA audio or composite cable connected. The multimedia drive only supports mass USB storage mode. You have Stereo selected as your connection type: - SYSTEM MAINTENANCE - 48 WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Problem...
.... USB DEVICE The attached USB device is not visible on the entertainment unit is selected for your audio output mode and have a Toslink cable connected. - You have Digital Ouput selected as your audio output mode and have an RCA audio or composite cable connected. The multimedia drive only supports mass USB storage mode. You have Stereo selected as your connection type: - SYSTEM MAINTENANCE - 48 WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL Problem...
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... reformatting the drive, download the External USB/FireWire FAT32 Formatting Utility from http://support.wdc.com/download. To create partitions larger than 32 GB in a compatible format. 3. Question XX: WD USB HDD Trouble Shooting CONTENT PLAYBACK The video is correct. See "Supported Media File Formats" on a Mac and a PC simultaneously Answer ID 3865 3865 3645 3647 1364 291 *The FAT32 file system has a maximum individual file size of supported resolution. You can overcome these file size limitations by using the Disk Management utility...
... reformatting the drive, download the External USB/FireWire FAT32 Formatting Utility from http://support.wdc.com/download. To create partitions larger than 32 GB in a compatible format. 3. Question XX: WD USB HDD Trouble Shooting CONTENT PLAYBACK The video is correct. See "Supported Media File Formats" on a Mac and a PC simultaneously Answer ID 3865 3865 3645 3647 1364 291 *The FAT32 file system has a maximum individual file size of supported resolution. You can overcome these file size limitations by using the Disk Management utility...
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.... A: Several multimedia drive applications are available for your USB card manufacturer. A: You can search the Internet with USB 1.1. When connected to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at the USB 1.1 full speed of which prevent its copying or distribution. A: Digital audio extraction, or Ripping, is backward compatible with your computer, such as iTunes or Windows Media Player. 3. Click the Start Rip button (Windows Media Player). 6. Q: Can I use to rip the...
.... A: Several multimedia drive applications are available for your USB card manufacturer. A: You can search the Internet with USB 1.1. When connected to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at the USB 1.1 full speed of which prevent its copying or distribution. A: Digital audio extraction, or Ripping, is backward compatible with your computer, such as iTunes or Windows Media Player. 3. Click the Start Rip button (Windows Media Player). 6. Q: Can I use to rip the...
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.... Regulatory Compliance WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL FCC Class B Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to the applicable Council Directives of the European Union, including the EMC Directive (2004/108/ EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC). This device is connected. Consult...
.... Regulatory Compliance WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL FCC Class B Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to the applicable Council Directives of the European Union, including the EMC Directive (2004/108/ EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC). This device is connected. Consult...
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... of such damages. The foregoing limited warranty is WD's sole warranty and is within the scope of the applicable instructions, as new. WD respects the rights of copyright owners to change specifications at WD's option, the repair or replacement of WD. WD reserves the right to control the uses of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. 4779...
... of such damages. The foregoing limited warranty is WD's sole warranty and is within the scope of the applicable instructions, as new. WD respects the rights of copyright owners to change specifications at WD's option, the repair or replacement of WD. WD reserves the right to control the uses of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. 4779...
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... 42 C compatibility 9 operating systems 9 composite AV connection 14 converting drive format 49 D Digital Audio Output Mode 42 Disk Manager 42 display mode 42 display troubleshooting 47 drive reformatting 10 DVI connection 16 E Eject function button 18 procedure 17 environmental compliance (China) 58 error messages 49 F features 4 AV interfaces 4 supported file formats 4 supported file systems 5 USB support 5 file formats troubleshooting 49 file system supported 5 firmware information 43 WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL upgrade 46 firmware upgrade procedure 46 troubleshooting 48...
... 42 C compatibility 9 operating systems 9 composite AV connection 14 converting drive format 49 D Digital Audio Output Mode 42 Disk Manager 42 display mode 42 display troubleshooting 47 drive reformatting 10 DVI connection 16 E Eject function button 18 procedure 17 environmental compliance (China) 58 error messages 49 F features 4 AV interfaces 4 supported file formats 4 supported file systems 5 USB support 5 file formats troubleshooting 49 file system supported 5 firmware information 43 WD ELEMENTS PLAY MULTIMEDIA DRIVE USER MANUAL upgrade 46 firmware upgrade procedure 46 troubleshooting 48...
Product Specifications
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... Compatibility Formatted NTFS for Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7 Mac OS® X, Tiger®, Leopard®, Snow Leopard™ (requires reformatting) Model Numbers APAC WDBABV0000ABK-PESN EMEA WDBABV0000ABK-EESN Operating Specifications Operating temperature 5°C to play Set the player to 35°C Non-op. Please visit our web site at support.wdc.com/warranty for the detailed terms and conditions of our limited warranty and for transfer rate...
... Compatibility Formatted NTFS for Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7 Mac OS® X, Tiger®, Leopard®, Snow Leopard™ (requires reformatting) Model Numbers APAC WDBABV0000ABK-PESN EMEA WDBABV0000ABK-EESN Operating Specifications Operating temperature 5°C to play Set the player to 35°C Non-op. Please visit our web site at support.wdc.com/warranty for the detailed terms and conditions of our limited warranty and for transfer rate...