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Version: V 1.11 from 17.09.2014

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  • Page 1 Octopus Net Series MANUAL Version: V 1.11 from 17.09.2014...
  • Page 2 GPL Software (the "GPL Source Files"), please request this with your name and address at Digital Devices. Use to request either GPL@digitaldevices.de or Digital Devices GmbH, Möwestr. 45a, D-81827 Munich Address.For a processing fee of EUR 1.- we will send you the GPL Source Files on a CD or an equivalent physical medium.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    … Page 6 Electromagnetic compatibility … Page 7 Cleaning … Page 7 Data backup … Page 7 2. Octopus Net Overview … Page 7 SAT>IP protocol … Page 7 Octopus Net Server … Page 8 SAT>IP Clients … Page 8 Minimum Requirements …...
  • Page 4 5. Octopus Net … Page 13 First Step … Page 13 5.2. Connection … Page 14 5.3. Commissioning … Page 15 Configuration Menu … Page 15 5.4.1 Overview … Page 16 5.4.2 Status Information … Page 17 5.4.3 Configuration … Page 18 5.4.3.1...
  • Page 5 6. Hardware modification … Page 34 Extension twin-tuner … Page 34 Replacing twin-tuner … Page 36 7. FAQ to Octopus Net … Page 36 8. Control LED … Page 37 9. Digital Devices … Page 37 Product portfolio … Page 37 Service Informations …...

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions & Tips

    Please read and follow these safety instructions. To ensure reliable operation and long  durability of your Octopus Net. Keep this manual within reach of the Octopus Net for an easy reference at any time.  The Octopus NET we continuously developed, a recent version of this document can be downloaded from our website.

  • Page 7: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    (from a TV, mobile phone, speakers, etc.) 1.5 Cleaning • Wipe the Octopus Net only with a soft, dry cloth • Unplug before cleaning the power plug and the connection cables 1.6 Data backup •...

  • Page 8: Octopus Net Server

    For further information, please check www.satip.info 2.2 Octopus Net Server The Octopus NET is basically a server. It is able to stream live TV to IPTV enabled devices within the local network. Thus, the Octopus Net Server virtually converts various terminal devices into a Full HD TV for satellite and cable television.

  • Page 9: Delivery Content

    3. Allgemeines 3.1 Delivery content Digital Devices Octopus Net SAT>IP Network Tuner  Octopus Net, external (network tuner, 5 Port Switch, casing)  integrated DD DuoFlex twin tuner expansion (Tuner features depending on model)  integrated Common Interface  external power adapter ...

  • Page 10: Miscellaneous

     Weight: 500 grams  Made in Germany  3.3 Description Front View of the Octopus Net On/Off - Switch 2. LED 1 state 3. LED 2 state 4. Common Interface / CI Slot Side view of the Octopus Net...
  • Page 11 Rear view of the Octopus Net (4 Tuner DVB-C/T version) Rear View of the Octopus Net (4 tuner DVB-S2 version) 5 Gigabit Ethernet ports 2. TV-tuner 1 to 4 (depending on model) 3. Reset button 4. Power connector for external power supply...

  • Page 12: Commissioning

    4. Commissioning 4.1 Network Environment The Octopus Net can be used in network environments with LAN, WLAN and PowerLan. For trouble-free operation we recommend explicitly the following connection speeds: 100 Mbit/s network, recommended 1000 Mbit/s (GigaBit) environment Wi-Fi 54 Mbit/s network, recommended 300 Mbit/s network environment...

  • Page 13: Dvb-C/C2 And Dvb-T/T2

    • 20 pin Connector for ribbon cable 4.2.3 Mixed configuration The modular design of the Octopus NET also enables a combination of DVB-S2, DVB-C/C2 and DVB-T/T2 tuners in the same device. Since the DuoFlex extension is a twin tuner, 2 DVB-S2 and 2 DVB-C/C2/T/T2 tuner are configurable.

  • Page 14: Octopus Net

    Connect a LAN port of the Octopus Net with a network cable, which is connected to the home network (router / switch / access point). Hence, the Octopus Net automatically obtains an IP address, a DHCP server must be active on the network.

  • Page 15: Commissioning

    Connect the output of an antenna socket or a DVB-T/T2 antenna via an appropriate antenna cable to the input of the Octopus Net Twin tuner card (IEC socket). The output of the twin- tuner card (IEC connector) can be used to supply additional devices (eg TV or Digital Devices products) if the Octopus NET is in operation.

  • Page 16: Overview

    5.4.1 Overview The configuration of the Octopus Net is done via a web interface. The Octopus Net logs into the network with the name "OctopusNet". Accessing the configuration interface can be done in the following ways: Access in Windows 7/8: Open "computer"...

  • Page 17: Status Information

    5.4.2 Status Information To get the information of the firmware version of your Octopus Net, please call up the configuration interface. More information about your device can be found by selecting the menu item “Home”. FW Date: Date of the installed firmware version...

  • Page 18: Configuration

    (QoS). For the configuration, please use the manuals of your network hardware. If the Octopus Net after activation of the QoS does no longer function as intended, please disable this menu item again. Important: The built-in network ports of the Net Octopus already have an internal QoS pre- adjusted.

  • Page 19: Unicable Settings

    5.4.3.3 Unicable® Settings Unicable® is only available if a DVB-S2 Model is used. For the support of Unicable® setting in the menu “Unicable Settings”, Unicable-compatible hardware (Unicable® LNB and / or Unicable® switch) required. For the installation of these additional components please use manuals respective manufacturer.

  • Page 20: Ci Settings

    5.4.3.4 CI Settings The CI in your Octopus Net can be used with any program (client), which call RTSP links with M3U lists. In the RTSP links is determined whether a transmitter should be decrypted with an existing CI.
  • Page 21 Within RTSP request the parameter &x_pmt=<pmt>is consigned. CI1 / CI2: If you have multiple CIs inside your Octopus Net (two at maximum, e.g.  Octopus Net rack) and different encryption methods (e.g. SKY and ORF) have to be applied, you can specify the CI with the respective encryption method.
  • Page 22 The DVB-S source (DiSEqC LNB) - DVB-C or DVB- T is entered here 0 A sample file is available by accessing the web interface of your Octopus Net and starting the download. Select "Channel Lists" and then click at "System Channel Database" on "Download.tar.gz". This file can be unpacked with WinRAR®.
  • Page 23 The DMS server of the Octopus Net needs to be restarted by selecting “Restart DMS”, then, the loaded channel can be accessed under “TV Browser”. Already prepared channel lists are available in the download section on our website at: www.digital-devices.de Request information on RTSP links with CI parameters Example of an RTSP link with the use of "Auto CI"...

  • Page 24: Upnp Settings

    LAN network, but is blocked for WLAN users. Working remains possible. Thus, it is important that the Octopus Net itself can easily separate wireless networks from other wired networks. While permanently streaming, you have the choice to decide which of the 5 ports on the built-in switch, should send the stream.
  • Page 25 A second possibility is to operate the Octopus Net in mixed mode (multicast and single-cast). For example, multicast use one or two tuners which are then occupied and the other tuners running in single-cast mode. Note: It is of course possible between multicast and available Singlecast streams at e.g. with 8 tuners to make an own allocation.

  • Page 26: Channel Lists

    VLC / MediaPortal / XBMC / etc. be used. The multicast IP address is created by the Octopus Net itself and is not individually changeable. It is made up as follows: 239. <DeviceID> .2. <StreamID> (here, for example: 239.5.2.11).

  • Page 27: Update

    The Digital Devices Octopus Cast tool helps such a personalized "User Channel Database" to create (download at www.digital-devices.de). Documentation are inside the tools available. After an upload of such a custom "User Channel Database" and a restart of the Octopus Net are these immediately available.

  • Page 28: Access Via Client

    • Press and hold reset button and turn on Octopus Net • Release the reset button after more than 5 seconds • Octopus Net restarts automatically and is after about 1 minute reachable again 5.5 Access via client The Octopus Net can communicate with SAT>IP compliant clients (hardware and software), UPnP DMS Clients and browser-extensions.

  • Page 29: Access Via Windows Os

    Install on your tablet / smartphone, the latest version of the "Elgato SAT>IP" app. When you launch first time the app it will automatically detects the Octopus Net. After a channel scan (menu item: Settings - Search stations ") are all found unencrypted SD channels in the app usable.
  • Page 30 Example of a configuration under Windows XP / 7 / 8 for the software Digital Devices TV: The Software Digital Devices TV come for free with the Octopus Net. After installing the Digital Devices TV software, open the "Settings / Options" menu and select the "Hardware".
  • Page 31 In the menu item "Settings" you can read the network parameters of the detected Octopus Net and correct this if necessary. Changes to these settings you should make only in consultation with our support. Users of DVB-S / S2 can immediately use live-TV, with the pre-installed transponder lists.

  • Page 32: Access Via Linux

    5.5.4 Access via Hardware Client You can use various SAT> IP-capable receivers from different manufacturers as a hardware client with the Octopus Net. For the configuration, please refer to the information in the respective manufacturer's manual. 5.5.5 BrowserTV About the Internet browser Firefox (desktop PC) can with an installed and activated Videolan / VLC AddOn the BrowserTV function be used.

  • Page 33: Operation Conditions

    (M3U playlist in GoodPlayer) 5.6 Operation conditions 5.6.1 Regular operation The Octopus Net can be operated in a network either alone, or together with further Octopus Net Devices. Also SAT>IP servers from other manufacturers can be used together with the Octopus Net.

  • Page 34: Cascaded Operation

    Several Octopus Net network tuner can be active in one network. 5.6.3 StandBy Mode The Octopus Net has a power saving function. If no tuner in used, the Octopus Net has a power consumption about 3,5 Watt. 6. Hardware modification The Octopus Net can optionally extended or upgraded depending on the model.
  • Page 35 On closing please note the correct position of the bottom. Finally, you attach the cover with the four screws. The extension is immediately recognized by the Octopus Net after a start without any additional configuration. However, you may need to make adjustments to unicable (only DVB- S/S2).

  • Page 36: Replacing Twin-Tuner

    6.2 Replacing twin-tuner Unscrew the 4 screws on the bottom of the Octopus Net. Then carefully open without a pointed tool the Octopus Net at the mark "pull upward". You see directly the two holders of the twin tuner extensions.

  • Page 37: Control Led

    Description to follow. 9. Digital Devices Digital Devices was founded in 2009 and is now a "GmbH" under German law. Digital Devices GmbH has been profitable since the first fiscal year. The company consists of a team of owners (Engineers) and covers a broad product range of products primarily in the DVB area and other related products.

  • Page 38: Service Informations

    Combinations with CI extensions and external solutions are an example of the flexible modular combining ability in our DVB-portfolio for the PC market. Explore the world of Digital Devices under www.digitaldevices.de 9.2 Service Informations In service cases, please contact our support at support.digital-devices.de.

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