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AUDIO/VIDEO
APPARATUS
XXXX
MP500
MANUAL
High Definition Media Player
Version – 1.10
Please visit our web site at
www.celabs.net
for the latest version of this manual.
MP500 HD Media Player Manual
Page 1 of 62
Rev. 110

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  • Page 1 AUDIO/VIDEO APPARATUS XXXX MP500 MANUAL High Definition Media Player Version – 1.10 Please visit our web site at www.celabs.net for the latest version of this manual. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 1 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. 3 Chapter 1 – INTRODUCTION ..................... 4 Introduction to the MP500 HD Media Player ............... 4 Package Contents ........................4 Chapter 2 – INSTALLATION ....................5 Detailed Player View ......................5 MP500 Connections ......................7 Mounting ..........................

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 3 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    Chapter 1 – INTRODUCTION Introduction to the MP500 HD Media Player The MP500 is a high quality advertising solution that allows users to play content from multiple sources such as a solid state memory device, hard drive, or IP streams from Ethernet or ATSC tuner (MP500T model).

  • Page 5: Chapter 2 - Installation

    RF INPUT (MP500T only) 12V DC INPUT ETHERNET 750mA VGA / RS-232 COMPONENT CONTROL VIDEO OUPUT AUX GPIO COMPOSITE VIDEO R/L AUDIO OUT DIGITAL HDMI VIDEO AUDIO OUT OUPUT MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 5 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 6 MENU button to bring up the OSD menu. All of the grey buttons function with the exception of: TV MODE, PBC, and SETUP In the blue button section you may use: Play, Stop, FWD, and NEXT MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 6 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 7: Mp500 Connections

    MP500 Connections The MP500 is capable of driving a wide variety of displays at up to 1080P resolution at bit rates up to 40 Mbps (mpeg2 file type). Depending upon your application, connect the following cables to operate the unit.

  • Page 8: Mounting

    The unit has ventilation holes along the sides and top. Theses should remain uncovered during operation. There are no ventilation openings on the bottom of the chassis, so it may be bolted directly to a shelf or monitor. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 8 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 9: Hardware And Software Requirements

    CE Labs Quick Sign Pro® The MP500 can be remotely controlled from within a LAN (restricted to local sub-net) via the CE labs Quick Sign Pro® software. This application allows you to scan your network to discover installed players or you can manually add them.
  • Page 10 Please see the help files in Quick Sign Pro for additional information on the program operation. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 10 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 11: Firewall Issues

    3. Click OK XP Operating System To turn firewall completely off (not recommended): 1. Control Panel-> Security Center->Windows Firewall-> Turn Windows Firewall on or Off 2. Select Off 3. Click OK MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 11 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 12: Disabling Checksum Offloading

    3. Click Device Manager. 4. Select the network device and right click and select properties. 5. Find the “Checksum Offloading” or maybe “IP4 Checksum Offloading” and select disable. 6. Click OK. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 12 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 13: Ce Labs Ccm For Windows

    The MP500 can be remotely controlled over the internet via the CE labs CCM for Windows enterprise software. In most cases, this will require forwarding a port on the local router for each player. The MP500 may also be ordered with a custom application to allow the unit to “call home” to a specified MP500 Content Manager Server.
  • Page 14 Content Manager and placed anywhere that has visibility to the Internet. This arrangement does not require port forwarding on the local router and eliminates many of the hassles with firewalls. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 14 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 15 Step 8: Assign Content to Players Step 9: Monitor Players Step 10: Collect logs and produce reports. Please refer to the CE labs CCM Content Manager help files for further information on software operation. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 15 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 16: Mp400A Utility For Windows

    Desktop (a Windows component). The utility commands the media players and checks status as needed. When commanded, the media players download video files from the server. Please refer to the MP400A help files for further information on software operation. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 16 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 17: Chapter 4 - Operation

    Theory of Operation Once connected and powered on, the unit is ready to use. The MP500 can be configured with a default startup item that will automatically start immediately after booting. The unit will play this item until instructed to play something else.

  • Page 18: Osd / On Screen Display Menu

    Video folder function with the corresponding formats. Going back to the main menu screen and pressing Information will show you the present firmware and software revisions as well as the current Network configuration. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 18 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 19 The size controls allow you to customize the picture size to fit the video monitor. These settings are saved automatically. Press the MENU button to exit this screen. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 19 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 20 SNMP version 3, Set the Real Time Clock, (option: Tuner scan of available RF channels if the unit is a MP500T), disable the IR remote number buttons, or to reboot the unit. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 20 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 21: Chapter 5 - Atsc Rf Modulator (Optional: Order Mp500M)

    ATSC modulator or to a local playback port. When the ATSC modulator card is installed, the MP500M will only play ATSC compliant files. If the MP500 is to be used as a standard media player that plays non-ATSC files, the card must be uninstalled.
  • Page 22 “Apply Modulator Settings” to send the configuration instructions to the selected MP500. You may have to restart the file or playlist before the channel change is implemented. Note: Make certain before changing channels that the destination channel is not already occupied on a cable system with multiple ATSC modulators or a mixture with OFF Air stations.

  • Page 23: Atsc Modulator Technical Specifications

    IP, TCP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, IGMP, RTP, SNMP Storage Options (Internal CF card) Standard: 4 GB Optional: 8, 16, 32 GB Internal CF memory can be managed via updates from a USB drive MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 23 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 24 1000 ms RTT: 8187 (0x1FFB) 60s (1 per file min) EIT-0: 8144 (0x1FD0) 500 ms EIT-1: 8145 (0x1FD1) 500 ms EIT-2: 8146 (0x1FD2) 500 ms EIT-3: 8147 (0x1FD3) 500 ms MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 24 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 25: Seamless Play Mode Requirements

    ATSC TS CE labs MP500 File I/O Files Application Code ile I/O Seamless System Memory Treatment ile I/O Linux Driver ile I/O Mini ATSC RF Out ATSC HD-RF Modulator MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 25 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 26: Chapter 6 - Using Extended Applications (Xapp)

    USB Memory Stick: File Loading, Maintenance, and Configuration Files may be transferred to the IPS450/MP500 by either Ethernet download or transfer from a USB thumb drive. Prepare a thumb drive by deleting all files and only place the files you wish to play on the USB drive. Insert the USB drive into the USB port on the front of the media player.

  • Page 27: Using Call Home Xapp

    Using Call Home XAPP: The Call Home XAPP gives the MP400A/MP500 players the ability to automatically download videos from an FTP or HTTP server. The player can also be instructed to play the videos according to a playlist and to delete videos.
  • Page 28 Plug the USB flash drive into the player. After about 10 seconds the player will read the USB.CONF file and set its call home address and interval. Configure Call Home Using the Web Interface (usually this is easiest) MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 28 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 29: Web Interface Screenshot

    Open a browser on your PC that resides on the same LAN subnet as the MP500. Go to the IP address of your player. Example. If your player’s IP is 192.168.1.123, place http://192.168.1.123 in the browser address bar. Note: You can use the player’s remote to see the IP address.

  • Page 30: Using Rs232 Command Xapp

    9-pin DB9 connector Basic Operation Commands are sent to the MP500 player. The player then executes the action and responds. The player never initiates communication, except on startup when the XAPP name and version are sent out of the RS232 port.
  • Page 31 6.4.8. DELETE VIDEO[file]<CR> Description: Deletes a specific video file on the player. Parameters: file = name of video file to delete Response: OK<CR> or ERROR<CR>. Example Session: DELETE VIDEO[video1.mpg] MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 31 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 32 <CR>. The end of the list is denoted by a forward slash “/” and a final <CR> Response: file1<CR>file2<CR> … filen<CR>/<CR> or ERROR<CR>. Example Session: LIST VIDEOS Dolphins_1080.wmv Amazing_Caves.wmv tv_ad1.mpg Speed_1080.wmv MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 32 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 33 Description: Skips to the next file in the currently playing playlist. Response: OK<CR> or ERROR<CR> 6.4.17. PAUSE<CR> Description: Pause the currently playing video. Use RESUME command to start playing video. Response: OK<CR> or ERROR<CR> MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 33 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 34 See SET RES command. Response: OK<CR> or ERROR<CR> 6.4.22. REWIND<CR> Description: Rewinds the currently playing video to its start positions and continues play. Response: OK<CR> or ERROR<CR> MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 34 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 35 = pl,image, or video playlist number or file = playlist number(0-255) or video or image file name Response: OK<CR> or ERROR<CR> Response: OK<CR> or ERROR<CR> Example Session: STARTUP[pl,24] MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 35 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 36 6.4.25. STATUS<CR> Description: Gets the playing status. The response contains data for both layers available in the MP500 player. The layers are separated by a % symbol. Response: <status for layer 1>%<status for layer 2><CR> Where <status for layer n> = <playlist file name>,<playlist name>, <player state as text>, <item_name>,<player_state>...

  • Page 37: Using X6 Switcher Xapp

    ATSC tuner channel upon receiving a button press from the GPIO inputs of a MP500 media player. Up to six button inputs can be supported. One can easily configure the video file to play for each button.

  • Page 38: Chapter 7 - Mp500 Specifications

    Chapter 7 – MP500 SPECIFICATIONS HD Network Player with Multi-layering Capabilities Features • High Definition MPEG2/4, H.264, WM9 real time decoding (up to 25 Mbps) over Ethernet • Multi-layering (Video & Web Browser) • Native RS 232 control of Sony Commercial displays☼...
  • Page 39 Mini Possible Video Resolutions Resolution Resolution Resolution Resolution Number Number The MP500 is capable of many different output resolutions. These can only be changed via remote VESA_1600x1200x60 HDMI_1080p24 software or a command file loaded via the USB port. VESA_1360x768x60 HDMI_1080p25...
  • Page 40 HD Network Players from a single centralized Web application over a LAN or WAN. It provides advanced features such as scheduling, grouping, and playlist creation and management. ◊ Contact the CE Labs sales department for information on hosting services for your content. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 40 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 41 Required Ports for SNMP API & CCM Server Software HTTP 80 FTP 21/ 23 SNMP 161 Network Protocol Support Internet IP, TCP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, IGMP, RTP, SNMP MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 41 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 42 Multi-layering gives the user an option to create screen with multiple zones to display real-time information and dynamic content simultaneously benefiting in ease of attracting and maintaining the target audience. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 42 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 43: Mp500 Quick Facts

    RF input cable is loose, or defective. Please tighten the RF input connector, or, if necessary, replace it. The signal level may be to low if there are several RF splitters inline. Try to locate the MP500 close to the RF source. If this does not solve the problem, please contact CElabs technical support at 800-767- 6189 for further assistance.
  • Page 44 If for any reason you change the CF card or do a system reformat, the OSD menu will have to be reloaded. Contact CElabs technical support at 800- 767-6189 for further assistance. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 44 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 45: Warranty

    GPL licensed source code, or any other source code licensed under reciprocal license terms, that is utilized on this product, a CD will be provided upon request by contacting the company: Cable Electronics, Inc. 3209 Wood Drive Garland, TX 75041 Attn: Open Source Licensing Administrator MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 45 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 46: Appendix

    Download the latest version from WWW.celabs.net/sw/qspro. When prompted, save the file. Step 2: Find the file (look in My Documents / Downloads) and execute the file. Step 3: Follow the on screen instructions. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 46 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 47 When QS Pro is launched, it will scan the local network for MP500 players. They will be added to the Media Players list in the left column. The box on the right will show the player’s current status. By selecting the Player Control Tab and then...

  • Page 48: Ccm For Windows Installation Procedure

    CCM for Windows Installation Procedure Note: This is the Enterprise level software Step 1: Insert the CD. Double click WebsiteManager_v100x.exe. Click Next. Step 2: Select ‘I Accept’. Click Next. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 48 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 49 Step 3: Select Folder and click Next. Step 4: Click Install. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 49 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 50 After the Installation is complete, you can run the Website manager. If you are running the Website Manager for the first time, you will be required to enter the Customer ID code and License Key. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 50 of 62...

  • Page 51: Mp400A Utility Installation Procedure

    MP400A Utility Installation Procedure Step 1: Double click ‘Installer_MP400AUtility_v10xx.exe’ and select Next. Step 2: Select ‘I Accept’. Click Next. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 51 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 52 Step 3: Select Folder and click Next. Step 4: Click Install. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 52 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 53: General Purpose Input/Output (Gpio) Options

    After the Installation is complete, click Finish. General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) Options The MP500 may be ordered with one of two options for GPIO. The standard interface (on the left below) uses two RJ-11 phone jacks (-20 option). The optional side interface has six individual headers for each of the pushbuttons (-25 option).
  • Page 54 The two +5V pins have a non-user repairable fuse. Use caution when driving external circuits. Do not exceed 60mA of total current draw. The two reserved pins are outputs but are not currently supported in firmware. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 54 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 55 Quick Sign Pro software under TOOS, SIX BUTTON SETUP. 4 = LED Ground - 3 = VCC for LED + 2 = Button Input 1 = Button Ground MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 55 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 56: The Standard Video Encoding Guide (Abridged)

    (NTSC Version) Description of Document The purpose of this document is to provide information on encoding video for CE labs MP400 and MP500 players. CE labs media players support 3 main formats: Windows Media 9, MPEG-4 part 10 (H.264), and MPEG-2.
  • Page 57 Standard Video Encoding for 60 Hz WMV, H.264, or MPEG-2 MP500 files. Output Output Format Win Media MPEG2-TS Indexed File FALSE Video PID Audio PID PCR PID PMT PID Transport Rate Control Automatic Transport Rate Control 15000 kb/s* PES Packet Control...
  • Page 58 60 Frames per Second * Parameter is ignored and is not used. * * There is a bug in Episode such that the Average Rate for H.264 is not Accurate MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 58 of 62 Rev. 110...

  • Page 59: Mp500 Multi-Layer Video / Photo / Html

    MP500 Multi-Layer Video / Photo / HTML Features, Limitations and Design Guidelines MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 59 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 60 Overview The MP500 HD media player can support multi-layered video and photo displays by scaling and combining the different elements. The video layer is always on top and must be scaled to the proper size to allow photos or html content to be placed around the sides.
  • Page 61 PC. Also timer events may be processed later than their scheduled time, or actual interval (setInterval) may be greater than intended. MP500 HD Media Player Manual Page 61 of 62 Rev. 110...
  • Page 62 Page dimensions should not exceed displayed dimensions (typically 1280x1024, 1024x768, etc). Pages should be developed specifically for the MP500 family as the browser limitations make displaying generic web pages unpredictable. When using active JavaScript, try not to change to other pages. As the JavaScript is running and is asynchronous to running playlists, information may be loaded/unloaded at any time;...

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