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  • Page 2 Icebox, LLC and iCEBOX are registered trademarks of Icebox, LLC. Westinghouse, (W) is a registered trademark of Westinghouse Electric Corporation and used under license by Salton,Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. eFast is a trademark of Young Fast Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. Specifications subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions General Warnings and Cautions ... 1 Protection Against Electric Shock ... 2 Information About Repair Service ... 4 Setting Up Your iCEBOX ... 6 Installing the Batteries ... 6 Connecting a TV Cable or Antenna ... 8 Connecting an S-Video Source ...
  • Page 4 FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Adjusting the Image and Sound ... 24 Stylus & Touch Screen ... 25 Television Mode ... 27 DVD & CD Mode ... 30 Internet Mode ... 32 Radio Mode ... 39 Video Mode ... 41 Cleaning the iCEBOX ... 43 Getting Help ...
  • Page 5 Privacy of Children ... 51 Other Web Sites ... 51 Security Information ... 52 Specifications ... 53 FCC Statement ... 54 iCEBOX FlipScreen Warranty ... 55 Index ... 58...
  • Page 6 FlipScreen Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions When using the iCEBOX™ FlipScreen, observe these basic precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage. Before using the iCEBOX • • • Warnings and Cautions The following examples demonstrate warning and caution statements found within this document.

  • Page 8: Protection Against Electric Shock

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Protection Against Electric Shock Do not use the unit near water. For example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swim- ming pool; and the like.
  • Page 9 of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. Example of Antenna Grounding FIGURE 1. Lightning.

  • Page 10: Information About Repair Service

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Information About Repair Service Servicing. Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other haz- ards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Damage requiring service. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Welcome to the iCEBOX™—the ultimate Information, Communication, and Entertainment system designed specifically for the kitchen. With the iCE- BOX™ FlipScreen, you can watch television, browse the Internet, play DVDs or CDs, check your Email, and monitor other areas of your home, all from the convenience of your kitchen.

  • Page 12: Setting Up Your Icebox

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Setting Up Your iCEBOX Before you turn on your iCEBOX, you will need to install the batteries in the remote and keyboard and set up the connections to support the many fea- tures of the iCEBOX. These connections may include: •...
  • Page 13 To install the batteries for your keyboard On the back of the keyboard, remove the battery cover by loosening both large screws on either end of the battery panel (fig. 4). Keep the attached washers with each screw. Remove the rubber gasket. Install two AA batteries, ensuring that the polarity (+ and –) on the bat- teries matches the + and –...

  • Page 14: Connecting A Tv Cable Or Antenna

    DISH, to your iCEBOX. See To connect an S-Video source in the next section. Note: Rear Panel of the iCEBOX FlipScreen FIGURE 5. Screw the existing television cable into the TV In connection on the back of the iCEBOX (fig. 5). If space is limited, use the supplied right angle F-connector.

  • Page 15: Connecting An S-Video Source

    Antenna To connect the FM Antenna Make sure the FlipScreen unit is powered off by checking the LED on the front of the unit – it should be black and unlit. The power can be turned off using the red rocker switch on the back of the unit.

  • Page 16: Connecting To The Internet

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Connecting to the The iCEBOX supports three types of Internet connectivity using a PCMCIA Network card. Depending upon which type of card is used, you can con- Internet nect using: • • • Wired Broadband Connectivity Your iCEBOX accessories box includes a PCMCIA Network card which supports an Ethernet connection to a DSL or cable modem.

  • Page 17: Wireless Broadband Connectivity

    Wireless Broadband Connectivity There are two ways to connect the iCEBOX to your wireless network: Using an approved wireless PCMCIA Network card; or, • Using a wireless bridge connected to the ethernet PCMCIA card. • Because the iCEBOX uses the Windows CE .NET platform, we cannot ensure the compatibility of all wireless network cards.

  • Page 18: Dial-Up Connectivity

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Dial-Up Connectivity To connect to a dial-up Internet provider, you will need to use a PCMCIA modem card equipped with an RJ-11 phone jack. Note: To connect using a Dial-Up connection Digital Versus Analog Phone Lines Two types of phone lines are commonly available: analog and digital.

  • Page 19: Connecting Other Devices

    If you live in a house wired with a digital line, you can arrange with your phone company to have an analog line brought into your home. In addi- tion, many digital phone manufacturers offer inexpensive adapters that plug into the digital phone line and convert it to an analog line. These adapters usually work best at lower modem speeds.
  • Page 20 FlipScreen Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Using The Icebox Controls

    Using the iCEBOX Controls Before turning on your iCEBOX FlipScreen for the first time, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the controls. When you turn your iCEBOX on for the first time, it will be in Television Mode. See Television Mode on page 27 for information on programming the television channels.

  • Page 22: Led Indicator

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual LED Indicator The LED indicator on the front panel of the iCEBOX tells you what the cur- rent power status is for your iCEBOX. Displays onscreen menus for your current Options mode. Turns your iCEBOX on. Press again Power On/Off to put iCEBOX in Sleep Mode.

  • Page 23: Remote And Keyboard

    Remote and The remote and keyboard have similar controls—what works on one will work on the other. Figure 7 shows the layout of the remote buttons. The Keyboard layout for the keyboard is similar unless otherwise noted. The buttons on the remote and keyboard are laid out in sections and are color coded.

  • Page 24: Mode And Power Buttons

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Mode and Power Buttons The mode buttons and power button (fig. 8) are located at the top of the remote and along the top of the keyboard. The mode and power buttons do the following: Options Button Figure 9 shows the location of the Options button.

  • Page 25: Television Mode Buttons

    Using the iCEBOX Controls Television Mode Buttons Options, Channel, and Volume Buttons FIGURE 9. The television and volume buttons do the following: Press to select the next highest Channel –/+ channel. Press to select the next lowest channel. Press to increase the volume. Press Volume –/+ to decrease the volume.

  • Page 26: Internet Mode Buttons

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Internet Mode Buttons The Internet Mode buttons do the following: Internet Mode Buttons FIGURE 10. Press to move the selection indicator Jump to Target to the target area and back again. Press to display your list of favor- Jump to Favorites ite Web sites.
  • Page 27 Using the iCEBOX Controls The directional buttons and the GO button are shown in figure 11. Directional Buttons and GO Button FIGURE 11. In Internet Mode, use the directional buttons around the GO button to move the colored selection box around the screen to select a link. To fol- low the link, press GO.

  • Page 28: Dvd & Cd Mode Buttons

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual DVD & CD Mode Buttons The DVD & CD Mode buttons do the following: DVD & CD Mode Buttons FIGURE 12. Press to begin or resume playing a disc. Play Press to pause the DVD or CD in its present Pause track.
  • Page 29 Additional DVD & CD Mode Buttons FIGURE 13. These additional DVD & CD Mode buttons do the following: Repeat Random Audio Subtitle Display Zoom Angle 3D Audio Using the iCEBOX Controls Press to toggle between different repeat modes, such as track (CD Only) or disc (CD & DVD). Press to have chapters or tracks play in a random order.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Image And Sound

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Adjusting the In any mode (see Using the iCEBOX Modes on page 27), you can adjust aspects of the image and the sound that your iCEBOX produces. Once Image and Sound made, these adjustments are in effect for all modes.

  • Page 31: Stylus & Touch Screen

    Stylus & Touch While in Internet Mode, you can use the stylus to tap links, select items, and scroll pages. Always use the stylus rather than a finger, fingernail or Screen other implement. The stylus is specially weighted for best results, makes it easier to select smaller links on Web pages, and helps keep the touch screen clean.
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  • Page 33: Using The Icebox Modes

    Using the iCEBOX Modes The iCEBOX is a television, DVD & CD player, Internet browser, home video monitor and FM Radio—all in one device. These separate “modes” are explained below. Television Mode The iCEBOX is a 125-channel, cable-ready television. Before you view television channels on your iCEBOX, you must select the signal source.

  • Page 34: Programming The Television Channels

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Satellite Television Service The iCEBOX supports satellite television service; however, when using sat- ellite service, the iCEBOX remote or keyboard cannot be used to change channels. Continue to use your existing remote control with the set-top box.

  • Page 35: Changing Channels

    Changing Channels You can change television channels on your iCEBOX using either of the fol- lowing methods. To change channels Using the number keys, enter the channel number that you want to • view. After a few seconds, the new channel appears. –Or–...

  • Page 36: Dvd & Cd Mode

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual DVD & CD Mode Playing DVD and CDs In DVD & CD Mode, the iCEBOX can play DVDs and music CDs. To play a DVD or CD General Commands The following table lists additional tasks and commands: Press on the front panel of the iCEBOX to open the disc tray.
  • Page 37 Change zoom level on DVDs Change DVD audio track options Go to a specific CD track On the remote or keyboard, enter Play the next or previous CD track Randomize CD tracks On the remote or keyboard, 3D Audio 3D Audio is an optional audio setting that may enhance the listening qual- ity of some DVD and CDs.

  • Page 38: Internet Mode

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Internet Mode You can browse the Internet on your iCEBOX using Internet Mode. Using the remote, keyboard and touch screen, you can browse web sites, check email and look up useful information in the kitchen. You can specify a default home and email web page for quick access.

  • Page 39: Configuring Connection Settings

    Configuring Connection Settings The iCEBOX can connect to the Internet in three different ways: Wired (Ethernet) Broadband • Wireless (802.11b) Broadband • Dial-Up • Configuring a Wired Broadband Connection If you’ve installed the included PCMCIA Network card for a wired (ether- net) Broadband connection, further configuration may not be needed.
  • Page 40 FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Some networks are set up to allow only specific devices to connect based on the device’s MAC (Media Access Control) address. You can quickly find the MAC (Media Access Control) address (also known as the physical address) of your wireless card.

  • Page 41: Configuring Browser Settings

    Entering Proxy Settings In rare cases, you may be using a proxy server. Proxy servers are typically found in an office environment. If you know that you are using a proxy server, you’ll need to enter proxy settings. To configure proxy settings In Internet Mode, press Options.

  • Page 42: Browsing The Internet

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Browsing the Internet Once you have configured your iCEBOX for the Internet, you can explore the Internet. The Selection Box Unlike a desktop or laptop computer, the iCEBOX does not have a cursor. Instead, a colored outline or highlight, also known as the selection box, indicates the active element of the screen.
  • Page 43 Type the address of the Web site. It is not necessary to type “http://”. For example: To go to http:// www.icebox.tv, you can type: www.icebox.tv Choose GO or press Enter. Repeatedly pressing the Note: Target box and the Web page. Saving Favorite Web Sites You can save Web sites that you want to visit frequently in a Favorites list.
  • Page 44 FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Other Internet Mode Commands The following table lists additional tasks and commands. To... Do This... Disconnect a Dial-Up con- nection to the Internet Go back to the previous On the remote or keyboard, viewable Web page press –...

  • Page 45: Radio Mode

    Radio Mode With the iCEBOX, you can listen to your favorite FM Radio stations. The iCEBOX can receive radio signals from either the included FM Antenna or your cable service, if it is offered. If you want to listen to your local radio stations, we recommend using the FM Antenna.
  • Page 46 FlipScreen Owner’s Manual To name a saved station To remove stations With the iCEBOX in Radio Mode, choose Manage Stations. In the Saved Stations list, select the station you want to name. Select the Station Name box. Type a name (up to 25 characters) for the selected station.

  • Page 47: Video Mode

    Video Mode The iCEBOX can be connected to a video camera which you can use to monitor another part of the house. For example, you can monitor the activ- ity in a child’s room or see who is at the front door. You can also use Video Mode to view video tapes on a VCR or play video games on a game system.
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  • Page 49: Caring For Your Icebox

    Caring for Your iCEBOX Cleaning the iCEBOX To clean the iCEBOX Risk of electric shock! Do not disassemble the iCEBOX Warning: unit, remote, or keyboard - the only user serviceable parts of the remote and keyboard are the batteries. There are no user-serviceable components and dangerous voltages may be present.

  • Page 50: Getting Help

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Getting Help If you have questions while using the iCEBOX, access the built-in Help to find answers. This comprehensive Help contains information that you can use to solve most problems that you may encounter. Note: To get help •...

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem The screen and LED are blank. No dial tone is present when attempting to con- nect to the Internet. Disc tray will not open when pressed. ∅ icon appears on screen. Disc ejects auto- matically or will not play.

  • Page 52: Faqs

    Do the remote and keyboard use infrared (IR) or radio fre- quency (RF) to communicate with the iCEBOX? Infrared. Can I hook up external speakers to the FlipScreen? Yes. In addition to the two speakers that come standard with the FlipScreen, it comes equipped with audio connections on the back panel for additional speakers.
  • Page 53 How do I clean the touch screen display of my iCEBOX FlipScreen? Any household cleaner that does not contain vinegar is appro- priate. Do not spray the cleaner directly on the screen. Spray the cleaner on a nonabrasive cloth and rub the surface of the display to clean it.
  • Page 54 FlipScreen. What are the requirements for which Dial-Up ISPs I can use? As of the publishing of this document, the iCEBOX FlipScreen cannot support downloaded ISP software, such as that pro- vided by AOL®. However, you can still access your Email at the AOL Anywhere®...
  • Page 55 No, the product does not have this capability at this time. Can I install my own FM antenna on the back of the FlipScreen? Yes. The antenna supplied with your unit has been tested and will typically provide good FM radio reception. You may be able to improve reception by using a more powerful antenna.
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  • Page 57: Additional Information

    Additional Information Accessories Your iCEBOX can connect to a variety of accessories. For information on which devices and accessories are compatible with your iCEBOX, visit http://support.iceboxllc.com. Privacy Policy Icebox, LLC is committed to protecting the privacy and security of iCEBOX users.

  • Page 58: Security Information

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Security Information Protecting your privacy and information is a priority of Icebox, LLC. We have taken careful measures to secure both our information and our physi- cal premises. We exercise great care in providing secure transmissions of your personal information from your unit to our servers.

  • Page 59: Specifications

    Specifications Size - with speakers 23 5/8 in x 10 13/16 in x 3 7/8 in (600 mm x 275 mm x 97 mm) Weight 24 lb (10.9 kg) Power Source 110 V AC, 60 Hz Display 800 x 600 pixels 12.1 TFT-LCD with backlight Touch Screen E-Fast Resistive touch screen Activation force <130 g...

  • Page 60: Fcc Statement

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual FCC Statement The United States Federal Communications Commission (in 47 CFR 15.105) has specified that the following notice be brought to the attention of users of this product: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 61: Icebox Flipscreen Warranty

    The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to -VAC or VAC’s authorized service center. FlipScreen icebox models will be repaired on-site or taken to a repair facility of VAC’s choice. A VAC authorized servicer will provide removal and re- installation of the product if the repair cannot be completed in the purchaser’s...
  • Page 62 * For FlipScreen iCEBOX models that are built into homes and provided to end-users as part of the homebuilder’s offering, the warranty period begins when the end–user / owner takes possession of the property.
  • Page 63 To obtain warranty hardware service, please contact: iCEBOX™ Customer Care 83 South King Street; Suite 520 Seattle, WA 98104 1 877 463 7637 www.icebox.tv or call: VAC Service Corp 99 Tower Drive Middletown, NY 10940 1 800 431 5843 Additional Information...

  • Page 64: Index

    FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Index Numerics 3D Audio 23, 31 accessories 2, 51 Adjust 24 adjusting image & sound 24 analog phone line 12 Angle 23, 30 antenna 28 antenna grounding 2 attachments 1 Audio 23, 31 Audio Out 13 Autoscan Channels 28...
  • Page 65 30 favorites 37 changing 37 deleting 37 jump to 20 renaming 37 saving 37 FCC statement 54 FlipScreen front panel 15 FM Antenna connecting 9 FM Radio connecting the antenna 9 Font Size 35 Forward 22, 30, 31 Forward, Skip 22 front panel controls 15–16...
  • Page 66 FlipScreen Owner’s Manual Internet Mode buttons 20–21 Internet Options 33, 34, 35 ISP Phone # 34 Jump to Favorites 20 Jump to Target 20, 36 keyboard 17, 23 languages 23 Last Channel 19 LED indicator 16 link MAC address Menu 22, 30...
  • Page 67 selecting link 21 Selection Box 36 selection frame moving 36 serial number 44 servicing 4, 44 signal source 27 choosing 28 Skip Forward 22, 30 Skip Reverse 22, 30 sleep mode 16 sound adjusting 24 speakers external 13 specifications 53 static IP 34 Stop 22, 30, 38 stop disc 22...
  • Page 68 FlipScreen Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 69 Icebox, LLC / Microsoft Windows CE .NET End User License Agreement You have acquired a device ("DEVICE") that includes software licensed by Icebox, LLC from Microsoft Licensing, GP or its affiliates ("MS"). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and "online" or electronic documentation ("SOFTWARE") are protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties.
  • Page 70 • ATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF ANY WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN. (USA only) SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPE- CIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
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