CyClone MKV 1080P User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Audio Settings Menu:... 32 Video Settings Menu:...33 Network Settings Menu:... 35 System Settings Menu:...36 MISC Settings Menu:...37 Firmware upgrade:... 39 Troubleshooting:... 40 Product Specifications:... 42 Media Codec Information:... 43 Maintenance Notice:... 44 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 2. Version 0.9...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Avoid use of the product during electrical storms. Disconnect device when not in use for long periods. SERVICING: If product is or becomes defective please refer to a qualified service technician. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 3. Version 0.9...
  • Page 4 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter AVOID BLOCKING AIR VENTS: Do not block the air vents in order to avoid heat build up. A minimum of 5cm is recommended to maintain free air flow. PROTECT THE POWER CORD: Prevent the power cord from being walked on and being pulled with sudden force.
  • Page 5: Product Details

    View: Back Back View: View: USB Host Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter The pilot lamp will light up blue when switched on. It will light up red when switched to standby mode. Infrared sensor. USB Host port to connect to multiple external storage devices.
  • Page 6 AV Out Optical HDMI DC IN 12V Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Composite video output. Optical audio output port to connect to a surround sound system. High definition video output port. Used to display high quality video and audio. 10/100 network port to connect the media player to a wired network.
  • Page 7: Remote Control

    Remote Control: Remote Remote Remote Control: Control: Control: Power Switches the Cyclone MKV 2 on and off from standby mode. Mute Switches on and off audio output. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 7. Version 0.9...
  • Page 8 TV System Toggles the Cyclone MKV 2 between NTSC, PAL, 480p, 576p, 720p 50Hz, 720p 60Hz, 1080i 50Hz, 1080i 60Hz, 1080p 50Hz and 1080p 60Hz. Number Keys. GoTo Press to select movie chapter. Guide Returns user to main menu. Return Returns user to the previous menu.
  • Page 9 Press to toggle between different audio outputs. Zoom Press to zoom video or image files on display. Video zoom levels: Image zoom levels: Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter X2, X3, X4 and X8. X2, X4, X8 and X16. Page 9. Version 0.9...
  • Page 10: User Interface

    User Interface: User User User Interface: Interface: Interface: The Cyclone MKV 2 user interface has been designed to allow easy access to the media player’s many features. Main Main Menu: Menu: Main Main Menu: Menu: Upon starting the Cyclone MKV 2 this menu will be displayed first.
  • Page 11: Browser Menu

    Provides access to multimedia files on memory cards. NET: NET: NET: NET: Provides access to multimedia files located over your Local Area Network. UPnP: UPnP: UPnP: UPnP: Provides UPnP shared files over your Local Area Network. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 11. Version 0.9...
  • Page 12: Setup Menu

    Provides access to network configuration settings. System: System: System: System: Provides access to internal system configuration settings. MISC: MISC: MISC: MISC: Provides access to image configuration settings and other aspects of the media player. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 12. Version 0.9...
  • Page 13: Basic Setup

    Using the AV lead (supplied), connect the 3.5mm jack into the 3.5mm composite port on the back of the Cyclone MKV 2. On the other end of the cable plug the red, yellow and white connectors into the corresponding input ports of your TV.
  • Page 14: Hdmi Cable

    1080p**. Connect the HDMI cable* to the HDMI output interface on the back of the Cyclone MKV 2. Connect the other end of the cable to your TV HDMI input port. Switch on your TV and select HDMI mode, if required.
  • Page 15: Usb Host Interface

    Host Host Interface: Interface: Interface: The Cyclone MKV 2 comes with two USB host ports, allowing for quick and easy external media storage expansion. external hard disk drives, flash drives, digital cameras, card readers and other data storage devices. To connect your external hard disk drive to your Cyclone MKV 2, please turn off the media player.
  • Page 16: Wired Connection

    Wired Connection: Connection: Wired Connection: Wired Connection: If you are connecting your Cyclone MKV 2 via Ethernet cable select “Wired LAN Setup”. You will be given two options to choose from. DHCP DHCP IP IP IP IP (Auto): DHCP (Auto):...
  • Page 17: Wireless

    Wireless: Wireless: Wireless: Wireless: The Cyclone MKV 2 is also able to connect to a wireless network via a wireless USB Dongle. Please note that this functionality requires a wireless USB dongle to be connected to the Cyclone MKV 2.
  • Page 18 Enter the network security password and press OK. Once this is done the Cyclone MKV 2 will begin its Connection Testing mode. This mode will attempt to acquire an IP Address and connect you to your network.
  • Page 19: Viewing Multimedia

    Viewing Multimedia: Multimedia: Multimedia: The Cyclone MKV 2 is a full featured multimedia player, providing a wide range of functionality. By using its “Browse” menu you can easily play movies, music and image files that are stored on an external storage device.
  • Page 20 Pressing the AUDIO button during playback will allow you to select the audio options. After pressing the INFO button, the following menu will appear . Pressing the INFO button again, the following menu will appear providing detailed information on the current file playing. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 20. Version 0.9...
  • Page 21 This function depends on whether subtitles are available to view in the movie. The Cyclone MKV 2 also support a number of subtitle file formats, including SSA, SMI, SRT, and SUB. To view these supported subtitle files, put the video file and the subtitle file into the same folder.
  • Page 22: Audio Playback

    Playing audio media using the MKV 2 is very simple. It supports a variety of audio formats including MP3, WMA, AAC and OGG. Using the Cyclone MKV 2 remote control, navigate to “Browse” and press OK to select it. This will take you to the Browse menu. Once in the Browse menu, use the navigation buttons to select the device type that the audio files are located in.
  • Page 23: Image Playback

    Image Image Playback: Playback: Playing image files using the Cyclone MKV 2 is very simple and supports a variety of image formats. Using the Cyclone MKV 2 remote control, navigate to the “Browse” and press OK to select it. The will take you to the Browse menu. Once in the Browse menu, use the navigation buttons to select the device type that the images are stored in.
  • Page 24: Slideshow Viewing With Background Music

    Viewing with with with Background with The Cyclone MKV 2 has the capability to play music in the background whilst displaying a slideshow. There are two methods to activate slideshow background music. Folder Play: This method requires all the image and music files to be put into one folder.
  • Page 25: File Copy

    File Copy: File File File Copy: Copy: Copy: The Cyclone MKV 2 comes equipped with file copy, move and delete functions. Copy Copy Copy / / / / Move Move Move: : : : Move Copy The file copy function allows you to copy files between USB devices, memory cards and storage devices connected via wired LAN.
  • Page 26 Once the files have been selected, press the RIGHT button to jump to the Destination column. Navigate to the desired directory you wish to copy/move the files to and press the RIGHT button. This will cause the Cyclone MKV 2 to begin copying /moving the files over.
  • Page 27: Configuring File Sharing With Windows Xp

    File sharing over a network lets you access media files or folders on your PC, from your Cyclone MKV 2. To allow your Cyclone MKV 2 to access multimedia file over a network, there are two prerequisites. Folder Sharing and Security Settings.
  • Page 28: Configuring File Sharing With Windows Vista

    When done click “Apply” and then “OK” to confirm the settings. Media files should now be accessible through the Cyclone MKV 2. Important Notice: Sharing files over a network may lead to severe security issues because it gives other users access to your computer.
  • Page 29: Upnp

    When the application is installed on your PC please ensure that both, it and the Cyclone MKV 2 are connected to your network. On the Cyclone MKV 2, navigate to and enter the browser menu. Once in the browser menu navigate to UPnP and press OK.
  • Page 30: Network Media Access

    Media Access: Access: When the Cyclone MKV 2 is connected to a network it has the ability to stream multimedia content from it. To access media from the network, navigate to the browser menu. Once in the browser menu, a list of possible media locations will be displayed. Select NET from the list to go to the Net menu.
  • Page 31: Settings

    To select a HDMI output, use the NAVIGATION buttons. SPDIF SPDIF Output: Output: SPDIF Output: SPDIF Output: Allows you to select between RAW and LCMP Dual Channel. To select a SPDIF output, use the NAVIGATION buttons. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 31. Version 0.9...
  • Page 32: Audio Settings Menu

    Zoom Zoom Out: Out: Zoom Zoom Out: Out: This feature will activate or deactivate the Cyclone MKV 2’s zooming out feature. This feature can be activated or deactivated by selecting ON or OFF. Brightness: Brightness: Brightness: Brightness: This function allows a user to adjust the video output brightness levels.
  • Page 33: Video Settings Menu

    Select this option for an output resolution of 720 x 576. 720p 50Hz Select this option for an output resolution of 1080 x 720 with a frame rate of 50 hertz. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 33. Version 0.9...
  • Page 34 Most movies that are produced on film, rather than on video, are traditionally captured at a frame rate of 24 frames per second. This feature allows the Cyclone MKV 2 to display movies in their native 24 fps form. The Cyclone MKV 2 must be connected to a HD TV that is capable of accepting a 1080p 24Hz signal, for this feature to function.
  • Page 35: Network Settings Menu

    Cyclone MKV 2’s firmware. Restore Restore Default: Default: Restore Restore Default: Default: This function allows you to restore the Cyclone MKV 2 to its original default factory settings. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Page 35. Version 0.9...
  • Page 36: System Settings Menu

    Resume Play: Play: When this function is activated, the Cyclone MKV 2 will record the last location where the movie was stopped. When the movie is played again it will ask whether you wish to continue form where the movie was stopped.
  • Page 37: Misc Settings Menu

    Screensaver: Screensaver: Screensaver: Screensaver: This gives you the option to switch on or off the Cyclone MKV 2’s screensaver. If the screensaver is switched on, the player will start the screen saver after five minutes of inactivity. Movie Movie Preview:...
  • Page 38: Firmware Upgrade

    Insert the pen drive containing the update into the Cyclone MKV 2. Switch on the Cyclone MKV 2 and from the main menu, select setup to navigate to the System setup menu.
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    If you have determined that the device has been connected correctly, it may be set to the incorrect video output mode. To select a different video output mode, press the “TV System” button on the Cyclone remote control. Wait a few moments for your TV and media player to implement the changes.
  • Page 40 Please check that the volume for your TV, home entertainment system and Cyclone has not been set too low. Also check that the sound has not been switch off via the mute button. The audio digital output may also be incorrectly configured.
  • Page 41 Memory Card Support: External Storage Support: Language Support: Power Input: Power: Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter PAL, NTSC, Auto H.264, MKV, RM/RMVB, WMV9, MPEG 1/2/4, Xvid, HD DivX, FLV MKV, TS, M2TS, TP, TRP, WMV, IFO, ISO, VOB, DAT, AVI, MPG, MP4, MOV, RM, RMVB, DIVX, XVID, FLV H.264, MKV, RM/RMVB, WMV9, TS and HD...
  • Page 42: Product Specifications

    MPEG-4, DivX, Xvid VC-1 H.264 RM / RMVB Audio Support: Image Support: Please note that features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter Format M2TS RM / RMVB Dolby Digital JPG / JPEG Supported...
  • Page 43: Media Codec Information

    � Under normal working conditions, the power adapter will be warm. Please keep the Cyclone MKV 2 and its power adapter in a well ventilated area. � Do not place the device on the bed, sofa or similar surface as this may inhibit the device’s ventilation.
  • Page 44: Maintenance Notice

    Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Adapter cause harmful interference radio Page 44.

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