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Page 1: Configuration Guide
M O D E L MAGNUM Software Configuration Guide... - Page 2 V I D A B O X ™ - M A G N U M ™ Software Configuration Guide © VidaBox LLC 100 Shames Drive • Suite 3 • Westbury, NY 11590 Support: http://www.vidabox.com/support...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
How to Use the Media Center Interface Optimize how Media Center looks VidaBox™ Desktop on Your Display VidaBox™ Media Center Console Set up your speakers Media Center Remotes C H A P T E R C H A P T E R... -
Page 4: Introduction
As always, every new VidaBox™ comes with our all inclusive warranty. Feel free to give us a call if you ever need installation assistance. -
Page 5: How To Best Use This Guide
If your system is professionally installed, the Checklist Items installation technician should go over the main features of the VidaBox™ with you. Keep this booklet as a Answer Before reference guide in case it is needed in the future, and Proceeding read over the User's Guide next. -
Page 6: How To Use The Media Center Interface
Please take some time to familiarize yourself with the VidaBox’s™ Interface before proceeding. There are two main interfaces – the VidaBox™ Desktop and the Media Center Console. Every time the VidaBox™ is turned on, it will first load the desktop. Then it will load the Media Center Console. -
Page 7: Media Center Remotes
O V E R V I E W Media Center Remotes Below are diagrams of the standard and optional remotes. Pay particular attention to the key buttons which are labeled. Navigation Buttons: Up, Down, Left, Right, & OK buttons Start Button: Press this to get to the Main Media Center Start Button:... -
Page 8: Configure The Software
You’ll need to have the If it’s not already on, start the VidaBox™ by pressing the F Power Button. Also press supplied keyboard ready to finish setting up your the G Touchscreen Power Button to turn the touchscreen on. -
Page 9: Configure The Primary Display
• Touchscreen – Follow the steps below to set your TV/Projector as the primary video output Tip: For this section, if your MAGNUM is far away from your TV/projector, have someone look at the TV/projector while the changes are being made so that you don’t miss the settings confirmation window (it only appears for 15 seconds). -
Page 10: Configure The Desktop Video-Out
C O N F I G U R E S O F T W A R E Configure the Desktop Video-Out On the projector or TV that you are connected to, look up its native resolution. It can You Must usually be found in its User’s Manual, or on the manufacturer’s website. -
Page 11: Connecting Via Dvi/Hdmi/Component
Can you turn off overscan on your TV or projector? a. Yes – Do so, and your screen should appear perfectly matched with the VidaBox’s output Were the Video resolution. Proceed to: Settings Saved After Reboot? b. -
Page 12: Were The Video Settings Saved After
5. Proceed to: Configure the Cloned Video-Out Note: Before the VidaBox™ is connected to a different TV, you must uncheck the Force TV Detection setting beforehand – the Force TV Detection setting saves the video settings for the previously configured TV. Do not enable the option if your TV is Auto-detected –... -
Page 13: Configure The Cloned Video-Out
C O N F I G U R E S O F T W A R E Configure the Cloned Video-Out You Must Configure the Now that the proper settings for the primary display are made, it’s time to clone Cloned Video- your outputs so that your touchscreen will work! Stay in the NVIDIA control panel, and follow the steps below. -
Page 14: Configure The Cloned Resolution
C O N F I G U R E S O F T W A R E Configure the Cloned Resolution With cloning activated, we now take the final step of setting the native resolution & finishing the video configuration. Proceed & follow the steps below. What Video Connection are you using? Connecting via a DVI/VGA Cable 1. -
Page 15: Configure The Audio Output
3. Using 3.5mm to RCA adapters, connect only one speaker pair into the I 7.1 on the wrench icon as Surround Sound Output of the VidaBox™, using the colors shown on the next shown. The appropriate page as a guide. - Page 16 C O N F I G U R E S O F T W A R E Blue – Analog Line In¹ Orange – Center / Subwoofer Out Green – Front Left/Right* ¹ Black – Surround Left/Right Pink – Mic In** ¹ Gray –...
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Page 17: Configure The Wireless Connection
Wireless Network this information – neither Connection window your dealer, place of purchase, nor VidaBox will know your private Network Key. After hitting Connect, you should be able to connect to the network, and icon A will appear in the lower right hand corner of the taskbar. If it doesn’t connect, contact your network installer/administrator for assistance... -
Page 18: Configure Media Center Console
Optional Setup – Even though these are described as optional, you must configure these properly to get the most out of the VidaBox™. Hit Next. 3. The Media Center Privacy Policy page describes how your privacy may be impacted when you use Media Center to connect to the internet. -
Page 19: Optional Setup Section
Optional Setup Section The Optional Setup now appears. Despite its name, Optional setup is required to get the most out of the VidaBox™. Start with Configure tuners, TV signal, and Guide. Select that option, and hit Next. Configure tuners, TV Signal, and Guide 1. - Page 20 If the results are not right, choose one of the two No options and proceed. If your hardware setup was correct, the VidaBox™ will automatically configure itself. Go back into the Hardware Installation Guide and make sure all the TV connections are set up properly.
- Page 21 7. The Guide Privacy screen now appears. We highly recommend use of the guide for the best interactive VidaBox™ experience. Select Yes and hit Next. 8. Now, the Guide Terms of Service prompt appears. You must read and agree to...
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Page 22: Optimize How Media Center Looks On Your Display
3. Identify Your Display Type, and pick the proper selection. Hit Next. 4. Pick your Connect Type, and hit Next. 5. The VidaBox™ will now try to Optimize Media Center for your Display. You can Preview Automatic Adjustments, or Keep my current Settings and Continue using the default settings. -
Page 23: Set Up Your Speakers
C O N F I G U R E S O F T W A R E 8. After you’ve used all of the Display Calibration tools, hit Next. You’ve now Optimized how Media Center looks on your Display. Set up your speakers 1. -
Page 24: F I N E T U N E
F I N E - T U N E C O N F I G U R A T I O N At this point, the required elements have been configured. The next few steps will cover fine-tuning the setup a bit further, so that you can have the optimal experience. PVR Configuration The personal video recorder, by default, is set to record about 40 hours of television at the Best quality setting. -
Page 25: Remote Recording Configuration
Remote Recording is a unique feature that allows you to remotely change the television Why isn’t this recordings on your VidaBox™ from any computer connected to the internet. You installed may wish to enable this service if you like to have control over scheduled TV already? recordings without needing to be physically at the VidaBox. -
Page 26: P O S T C O N F I G U R A T I O N
You’ve Finished ready to go! the Software Configuration! If you find that you are having trouble using the VidaBox™ or are experiencing unexpected difficulties, it may be due to improper physical connections or improper After configuring the software configuration. You may want to go back and review all of the installation... -
Page 27: Service Information
VidaBox™ directly from us, you can contact us using one of the following ways: 1. VidaBox™ Online Support – Our forums are full of common tips and troubleshooting knowledge. Feel free to search your answer. If you can’t find your answer, register for free and post your question. - Page 28 However, VidaBox LLC reserves the right to make modifications or changes to the document without further notice. This document is not intended to obligate VidaBox LLC or any other entity to any functionality and technology, but to merely inform the audience. VidaBox LLC makes no warranties, expressed or implied in or by this document and specifically disclaims any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.