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.
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) ...
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,...
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).
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. ...
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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).
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Freedom ReAct Connection Diagram for Interfacing the ReAct Player with Freedom U2 or LP3 023-0123-01 (2ft) (3ft) (optional)
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).
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
(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.
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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.
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>...
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.
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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...
(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.
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