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Freedom
ReAct
Interactive Media Player
PRODUCT MANUAL
MTI P/N 063-1011-02 Rev C
Release Date: January 2013
Player Firmware: V3.0.27
©2013 MTI. All Rights Reserved.
1050 NW 229th Avenue, Hillsboro, Oregon 97124
T: 800.426.6844 F: 503.648.7500
www.mti-interactive.com

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  • Page 1 Freedom ReAct ™ ™ Interactive Media Player PRODUCT MANUAL MTI P/N 063-1011-02 Rev C Release Date: January 2013 Player Firmware: V3.0.27 ©2013 MTI. All Rights Reserved. 1050 NW 229th Avenue, Hillsboro, Oregon 97124 T: 800.426.6844 F: 503.648.7500 www.mti-interactive.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.3 Downloading Log Files ..............20 5.0 Troubleshooting ..................21 6.0 Accessories ................... 23 7.0 Limited Warranty ................... 24 Appendix A ....................25 Playlist Elements & Attributes .................25 Example mti_config.xml File ................29 For more information, please contact MTI at 800-426-6844 or e-mail customer service at cservice@mti-interactive.com.
  • Page 3: Overview

    — Multiple playback options for a touch-screen monitor, push-buttons mounted next to the store merchandise, Supports playback of the most popular display posts that are part of an MTI Freedom display, or a combination of these. ™ video & audio formats (see page 4) —...
  • Page 4: Media Player Details

    Freedom ReAct 1.2 Media Player Details Front Panel Memory card cover (on bottom) IR signal receiver Message LED For use with optional remote contro Rear Panel Power input RS-232 port (12VDC) Use to interface with Freedom U2 or LP3 systems using Universal Interface Module (UIM) accessory 10/1000 Base-T for connecting to the Internet, allowing you to manage content remotely, view web page content,...
  • Page 5: About The Memory Card

    Freedom ReAct 1.3 About the Memory Card The player uses a Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) memory card to hold the media files and playlist information. This card has two folders: mti_data and mti_log. The mti_data folder holds all the individual media files and an mti_config.xml file. This configuration file controls the attract loop, playlists, and all the trigger behaviors (see Appendix A for example file).
  • Page 6: Installation & Connections

    Freedom ReAct 2.0 INSTALLATION & CONNECTIONS 2.1 General Guidelines — Place media player in a secure location to avoid tampering. — Do not place player in a tightly enclosed space to prevent excessive temperatures inside player. — Do not mount player upside down. It is designed to dissipate heat through the top metal cover. —...
  • Page 7 Note: This firmware version boots the system in 1280x720p/ 60Hz mode. If using a monitor that does not support this resolution or frame rate, the MTI logo may not be displayed. After the boot sequence, the player reverts to the current video output setting. When shipped from the factory, the video output is set to Auto (see page 12 for details).
  • Page 8 Freedom ReAct Connection Diagram for Interfacing the ReAct Player with Freedom U2 or LP3 023-0123-01 (2ft) (3ft) (optional)
  • Page 9: Operation & Setup

    Freedom ReAct 3.0 OPERATION & SETUP 3.1 Playing Media Content The player does not have a dedicated on/off power button. Once power is supplied, the player performs the system boot process (approximately 60 seconds) and then plays the first media file in the attract loop playlist. The player continues to play the attract loop content until a trigger event occurs (e.g., customer pushes a button or lifts a Freedom post).
  • Page 10: Using The Remote Control Or Usb Keyboard

    Freedom ReAct 3.3 Using the Remote Control or USB Keyboard A remote control is not required for normal operation of the player. It is an optional accessory that can control several basic player functions (e.g., mute and volume) and can also be used to configure the player and monitor. If you do not have a remote, you can also configure the player by plugging a USB keyboard into one of the USB slots or by using touch points if connected to a compatible touch screen.
  • Page 11 Freedom ReAct Accessing & Navigating the Setup Menu You can access the Setup Menu and configure the player using the optional remote control, by attaching a USB keyboard, or by using a touch screen. Refer to the details below for instructions on how to use each of these devices. Note: If the player is not on, plug in the power supply and wait approximately 60 seconds until the boot sequence is complete.
  • Page 12 Freedom ReAct Configuring Audio & Video Settings Select the AV tab on the Setup Menu to change the video and audio settings as described below: Video Output: Choices are Auto, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, or 480i. These output choices are based on common TV resolutions, not typical PC resolutions.
  • Page 13 Freedom ReAct WiFi (Wireless Connection) If you are using a compatible wireless network adapter (see page 23), the player automatically detects the adapter and displays a Wifi sub-menu. Use this sub-menu to configure the following wireless network settings with information provided by your IT department: Scan: Press to search for available wireless networks.
  • Page 14 Freedom ReAct Performing Action Tasks The Action tab provides access to the following tasks: Sync Config/Media/Log: Use to update media content and the configuration file (see page 18). Touch Screen Calibration: Select this option and perform the following steps to calibrate the touch screen: 1.
  • Page 15: Updating The Firmware

    MTI for repair. If you have a player with older firmware, you can update the player’s firmware using a USB flash drive. Please contact MTI for the latest firmware file and then update the player using the steps below: Using a PC, make a copy of the new firmware and name it fw.bin.
  • Page 16: Content Management

    <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?> <M504 date="2011 06 22 22:38:29" version="3"> <DefaultVolume value="45" /> <DefaultDuration value="30" /> <AttractLoop> <content type="video" linkToTP="1,2,3,4,5,11" rs232Out="#0" volume="55">MTI-Macworld.mov</content> <content type="picture" duration="60" linkToTP="1,2,3,4,5,11">3D_Logo.png</content> </AttractLoop> <UIM position="68"> <command type="1" value="01"> <content type="video" rs232Out="#A">MTI-Bold_Loop_v5.mov</content> </command>...
  • Page 17 Freedom ReAct Trigger Overview ReAct currently supports three types of trigger inputs: — GPIO - momentary contact closure connections (e.g., push buttons or motion-detection sensors). You can attach up to four GPIO devices to the player’s GPIO port and each device can trigger a specific playlist. Attributes in the config.xml file deter- mine whether a position is normally open or normally closed, and whether another GPIO trigger may interrupt the current playback.
  • Page 18: Updating Media Content & Playlists

    (the ‘#’ at the end of a folder name is wildcard for any character). If you create a folder mti$1, then it directs content only to players mti01, mti11, mti21, etc. In this case, the ‘$’ is used as a wildcard for any single character in the TID.
  • Page 19 VideoB.mov the 070c63/mti_data folder. 070c63 Players with Terminals IDs that match the mti$1 string will only look for content in the mti_data mti$1/mti_data and common/mti_data folders as directed by the mti_config.xml and ImageB.jpg sync.xml files in the mti$1/mti_data folder.
  • Page 20: Downloading Log Files

    Freedom ReAct 4.3 Downloading Log Files The player maintains log files of all activity. You can download these log files using a USB flash drive. Create a folder named mti_log. Create and name a sync.xml file with the following attributes: <M504Sync>...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Freedom ReAct 5.0 TROUBLESHOOTING All MTI products are designed and manufactured to provide consistent, trouble-free service. If you encounter a problem, refer to the troubleshooting table below. If the problem persists, contact MTI Customer Service at 1.800.426.6844 (toll-free) or 503.648.6500 (international), from 8AM - 5PM Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Please send faxes to 503.648.7500 or e-mail cservice@mti-interactive.com.
  • Page 22 Freedom ReAct Problem Probable Cause Solution Cannot open /tmp/media/sd/ Memory card is not installed or not properly Install memory card correctly mmcblk0p1/mti_data/mti_config.xml seated mti_data folder is missing on the SD card Copy the mti_data folder to the SD card mti_config.xml file is missing on the SD card Copy the mti_config.xml file to the SD card Missing filename.mov, Invalid content A file listed in the mti_config.xml file is...
  • Page 23: Accessories

    Freedom ReAct 6.0 ACCESSORIES Part Number Item 023-0124-00 IR remote 036-0017-00 SDHC memory card, Class 6, 4GB 140-0446-10 Power/Logic cable, Freedom Alarm Module to UIM, 3ft 140-0853-22 Push button-to-player cable (non-illuminated), 6ft 153-0275-05 Universal Interface Module (UIM), Freedom U2 153-0275-08 Universal Interface Module (UIM), Freedom LP3 406-0594-00 L&R RCA-to-3.5mm adapter...
  • Page 24: Limited Warranty

    (6) months after date of shipment. This warranty shall not apply if buyer fails to notify MTI of such defect within ten (10) days after discovery, or if battery has been subjected to misuse, negligence or accident.
  • Page 25: Playlist Elements & Attributes

    Freedom ReAct APPENDIX A Playlist Elements & Attributes...
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  • Page 29: Example Mti_Config.xml File

    Example mti_config.xml File <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?> <M504 date="2011 06 22 22:38:29" version="3"> <DefaultVolume value="45" /> <DefaultDuration value="30" /> <AttractLoop> <content type="video" linkToTP="1,2,3,4,5,11" rs232Out="#0" volume="55">MTI-Macworld.mov</content> <content type="picture" duration="60" linkToTP="1,2,3,4,5,11">3D_Logo.png</content> </AttractLoop> <UIM position="68"> <command type="1" value="01"> <content type="video" rs232Out="#A">MTI-Bold_Loop_v5.mov</content> </command> <command type="1"...
  • Page 30 <content type="video" linkToTP="1,2,3,4,5,11">MTI-Macworld.mov</content> </tpItem> <tpItem value="10" w="144" h="65" x="100" y="655" r="0" g="0" b="0" transparent-level="0.3" a="0" focusOut="MTItp-BACK.png"> <content type="picture" duration="120" linkToTP="6,7,8,9">MTI-Movie_Trailer_Menu.png</content> </tpItem> <tpItem value="11" w="200" h="50" x="540" y="0" r="0" g="0" b="0" transparent-level="0.0" a="0" repeatPlayList="1"> <content type="video" linkToTP="13,14,15,16,17,18">MTI-Macworld.mov</content> </tpItem>...

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