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Western Digital WDBAAL0000NBK - TV Mini - Digital AV Player User Manual

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  • Page 1 WD TV Mini Media Player ™ User Manual...
  • Page 2 WD Service and Support Should you encounter any problem, please give us an opportunity to address it before returning this product. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base or e-mail support service at support.wdc.com. If the answer is not available or, if you prefer, please contact WD at the best telephone number shown below.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important User Information.....1 Important Safety Instructions ....... . . 1 Recording your WD Product Information .
  • Page 4 Viewing Photos ......36 Photo Display..........36 Photo Display Options .

  • Page 5: Important User Information

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Important User Information Important Safety Instructions This device is designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated into this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing.

  • Page 6: Recording Your Wd Product Information

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Recording your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of your new WD product. You can find this information on the label on the bottom of the device. You should also note the date of purchase.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Product Overview Thank you for purchasing the WD TV Mini Media Player. This user manual provides step-by-step instructions for installing and using your new media player. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. WD TV™...

  • Page 8: Features And Functions

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Features and Functions Features Audio/Video Interface • Composite interface (RCA yellow/white/red to mini jack) for analog AV connection • Component video connection (YPbPr to mini jack) for analog video connection. • Toslink (optical) audio for high-fidelity digital audio •...

  • Page 9: Connections

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Connections Item Component Description USB port Supports connection of removable storage devices, portable media players, and digital cameras with USB connectors Composite analog video Connect to your TV’s analog video and audio jacks. Use the and audio mini-plug to composite jack adapter included with the device.

  • Page 10: Led Indicators

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual LED Indicators Item Component Description Power LED • On (Blue)—The power cable is connected and the power is on. • Off—The media player is in standby mode or the power cable is disconnected. Infrared •...

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Remote Control 1. Infrared transmitter 2. HOME 3. POWER 4. Navigation buttons 5. ENTER 6. STOP 7. BACK 8. REV (rewind) 9. PREV (previous track) 10. SEARCH 11. OPTION 12. PAUSE/PLAY 13. FF (fast forward) 14.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Getting Started Package Contents WD TV Mini Media Player Remote control and Composite AV cables Component (YPbPr) cables Two AAA batteries Documentation and Quick Install Guide software CD AC power adapter Installation Requirements •...
  • Page 13 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Step 1 - Loading Content onto your USB Drive Transfer your favorite content from your computer to your external USB drive, such as ® My Passport™ or My Book (external USB drives and stand not included). GETTING STARTED –...
  • Page 14 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Step 2 - Connecting the Power Cable 1. Connect the power clip to the power cable plug. The AC power adapter will vary, depending on your location. Some locations do not require a power plug clip. Units sold in those locations will have a fixed power plug.
  • Page 15 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Step 3 - Connecting the WD TV Mini Media Player The following figures illustrate the cable connections supported by the media player. The standard connection uses the included composite-to-mini AV cables. Note: Toslink (optical) cables are sold separately. Choosing the Best Connection The quality of the picture produced by your TV depends on the quality of your TV and its connection to the media player.
  • Page 16 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Composite AV Connection (Standard Definition) To use a composite connection: 1. Plug the mini-connector into the composite port on the media player. 2. Plug the opposite ends into the composite input ports on your TV, yellow to yellow, red to red, and white to white.
  • Page 17 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 4. Use the UP/DOWN navigation buttons on the remote control to select Composite AV (CVBS) Note: This screen will switch between Component and Composite every 10 seconds until you make a selection. 5. Press the ENTER button to confirm the video output setting. After selecting your video resolution output option, see “Using the WD TV Mini Media Player Menu”...
  • Page 18 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual If powering on the device for the first time, the following screen will appear: 5. Use the UP/DOWN navigation buttons on the remote control to select Component (YPbPr). Note: This screen will switch between Component and Composite every 10 seconds until you make a selection. 6.
  • Page 19 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 4. Select the appropriate audio source on your AV receiver. Note: Toslink cable sold separately. Step 4 - Connecting a USB Device The media player has one USB port that supports playback from a WD USB external drive.* * For a list of supported WD external drives, see article #2581 in or knowledge base at support.wdc.com.
  • Page 20 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual This may take several minutes, depending on the storage capacity of the USB device and the number of available media files. When the USB device is detected, the status LED turns on. “Please insert a USB storage device” appears on the screen. For Apple Users For HFS+, Journaling must be disabled on the storage device connected to the media player.

  • Page 21: Operating The Wd Tv Mini Media Player

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Operating the WD TV Mini Media Player Using the Remote Control The media player remote control lets you navigate the Home screen, browse for media files, enable playback options, and customize the system settings. The infrared sensor detects infrared signals from the remote.

  • Page 22: Powering On The Wd Tv Mini Media Player

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Powering on the WD TV Mini Media Player Press the POWER button on the remote control to power on the device. If you wish to change the video output option: 1. Press HOME, then select the Settings icon 2.

  • Page 23: Using The Wd Tv Mini Media Player Menu

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Using the WD TV Mini Media Player Menu The WD TV Mini Media Player Home screen menu is displayed when you press HOME on the remote control. The icons on this screen let you browse your media library and configure the media player’s settings.

  • Page 24: File Management

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual File Management Copying files Note: A USB hub is required to copy files from one USB storage device to another. To produce a copy of a file on the attached USB memory device, follow the steps listed below.
  • Page 25 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 6. Select the file you want to copy and press . A check mark will appear to the right of the file name you want to copy. To deselect, press again. Press the OPTION button, then press ENTER on the remote control to select the Copy Files icon.
  • Page 26 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 3. In the Home menu, browse to locate the File Management category. 4. Press ENTER on the remote control to view the media folders on the USB memory device. The screen will display a list of available folders. 5.

  • Page 27: Auto Play

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 7. Press ENTER on the remote control and a confimation screen appears. Press ENTER again to delete the selected file. Auto Play Note: Auto play does not support USB hubs. 1. Save the files or media content at the root directory of the USB storage device. 2.

  • Page 28: Watching Video

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Watching Video You can watch videos on your TV using the media player. Supported Video Formats The following video file formats are supported. • AVI (Xvid, MPEG4) • MPG/MPEG • VOB • MP4/MOV (MPEG4) •...
  • Page 29 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 4. Press the ENTER button on the remote control again to view the contents of the USB drive. 5. Use the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control to navigate to the folder containing videos and press the ENTER button on the remote control to view the folder’s contents.

  • Page 30: Video Playback Controls

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Resuming playback If you try to open a video file that has been partially played before, the following screen appears, prompting you to choose whether to play the file from the beginning or resume playback from the last playback position. Select the resume playback or to start playback from the beginning.
  • Page 31 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Displaying the Video Information Panel Use this option to display the Video Information Panel on the bottom of the screen. This panel shows the following information about the current video, if the video file supports it: Chapter or Menu selection Audio Channel icon...
  • Page 32 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Selecting Video Zoom Options Use these options to change the viewing scale of the video playback screen. To change the viewing scale: 1. During video playback, press OPTION. The Options bar appears on the top of the screen.
  • Page 33 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 1. During video playback, press OPTION. The Options bar appears on the top of the screen. 2. Highlight , then press ENTER repeatedly to cycle through the available chapters. Note: Chapter selection will only be enabled if the video file type supports it. Selecting Subtitles Use this option to view subtitles during video playback.

  • Page 34: Playing Music

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Playing Music With the media player you can copy your music library to a USB device and listen to it from your entertainment unit. The following audio file and audio codec formats are supported.
  • Page 35 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 3. Press the ENTER button on the remote control to access the USB drive. 4. Press the ENTER button on the remote control to view the contents of the USB drive: 5. Use the NAVIGATION buttons on the remote control to navigate the folder containing music and press the ENTER button on the remote control to view the folder’s contents: PLAYING MUSIC –...
  • Page 36 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 6. Use the UP and DOWN buttons on the remote control to scroll through the music files. Information about the the music file will appear on the right-hand side of the screen. 7. Locate the audio file you want to play. •...

  • Page 37: Music Playback Controls

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Music Playback Controls Use these buttons on the remote control to control music playback: Button Function STOP Stop audio playback PAUSE/PLAY Pause or resume audio playback 1. Press FF (fast forward) or REV (rewind) to Scan the audio playback forward or backward scan the audio file (press repeatedly to select the scan speed).
  • Page 38 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 2. Press ENTER. The Settings menu opens. 3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select a Settings category, then press ENTER. The options menu for that category opens (for example, Music Repeat Mode). ®...
  • Page 39 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual You can view the original file information when you play a file where the screen will display the metadata. Note: WD TV Mini Media Player does not support playback of protected premium content such as movies or ®...

  • Page 40: Viewing Photos

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Viewing Photos With the media player you can view your digital photo album in the comfort of your living room. It’s perfect for sharing fun times with your friends and family. The following image file formats are supported: •...

  • Page 41: Photo Display Options

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual The screen will display thumbnails of all available picture files and photo folders. Only image files supported by the media player are displayed. 4. Locate the picture file you want to view. • To open a single picture file for viewing, select the file, and then press ENTER. •...
  • Page 42 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Rotating the Picture Use these options to rotate the image clockwise or counter-clockwise. These settings do not affect the original file’s orientation. To rotate the picture: 1. During photo viewing, press OPTION. The Picture toolbar opens at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 43: Photo Slideshow

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Using Photo Zoom Use these options to change the viewing scale of the image display. To change the viewing scale: 1. During photo viewing, press OPTION. The Picture toolbar opens at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 44 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual To view the Slideshow Information Panel: During a slideshow, press OPTION. The Slideshow toolbar opens at the bottom of the screen. -OR- Press OPTION to hide the Slideshow Information Panel. Slideshow Playback Controls Use these buttons on the remote control to control slideshow playback: Button Function...

  • Page 45: Settings And Advanced Features

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Settings and Advanced Features The Settings menu lets you customize the way you use the media player and set preferences for media playback. To select a Settings category: 1. Press HOME, then select the Settings icon 2.

  • Page 46: Settings Navigation Buttons

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 3. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select a Settings category, then press ENTER. The options menu for that category opens (for example, Photo Repeat Mode). There are 16 Settings categories, including Language, Subtitle language, Subtitle font size, Slideshow interval time, Slideshow mode, Music repeat mode, Movie repeat mode, Photo repeat mode, Display mode, Photo scaling, Video output resolution, Browser display, Auto play, Screensaver delay, System reset, and About.

  • Page 47: Available Settings

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Available Settings The following settings menus are available: Language Use this menu to select the menu language for your WD TV Mini Media Player. Options may include: • English (default) • French • Italian •...
  • Page 48 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Slideshow interval time Use this menu to set the time interval between pictures in the slideshow. Options include: • 3 seconds (default) • 5 seconds • 10 seconds • 30 seconds • 1 minute •...
  • Page 49 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual • 4:3 (default) • 16:9 Photo scaling • Display as is (default) • Fit to screen Video output resolution Use this menu to set the TV input. Options include: • Component (Y, Pb, Pr) •...

  • Page 50: Locating Media Content

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Locating Media Content To use the WD TV Mini Media Player, you will first need to put content into your USB drive. Transfer your favorite files -- music, video, photos -- from your computer to your USB drive and connect the USB drive to the media player.
  • Page 51 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Highlight @#&, then press ENTER to display the symbol keyboard for inputting special characters. If you want to erase the last character, highlight then press ENTER. 4. After you have defined the search terms, highlight Submit on the bottom of the on-screen keyboard, then press ENTER.
  • Page 52 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 1. Use your browser and go to http://mediainfo.sourceforge.net/en. 2. Download the software and install it on your computer. 3. Follow the instructions as prompted. SETTINGS AND ADVANCED FEATURES – 48...

  • Page 53: System Maintenance

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual System Maintenance The system firmware of your WD TV Mini Media Player can be upgraded to the latest release, which can improve support for media file playback and includes bug fixes and product enhancements. To ensure that you receive the latest update, we recommend registering your product at https://www.wdc.com/register.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Troubleshooting Problem Solution DISPLAY The TV screen is blank and the media • Make sure the TV is turned on. player power LED remains off. • Make sure that the power adapter and power outlet are okay.
  • Page 55 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Problem Solution USB DEVICE The attached USB device is not visible • WD Mini TV Media Player only supports mass USB on the Home screen. storage mode. Make sure that the USB device is configured as a "mass storage device."...

  • Page 56: Common Error Messages

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Common Error Messages If this message appears Perform this action HOME No storage present. Attach the USB device that contains your media files. Unrecognized storage. The USB device model is not supported. Use another USB device.
  • Page 57 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual 3. Press the Import button (using iTunes), - OR - Press the Rip button (using Windows Media Player. 4. Click the music you want to copy (Windows Media Player) and note where the music files are saved after they are copied.

  • Page 58: Appendix

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Appendix Media File Formats - Video Extension Filename Container Format Codec Supported Limitation MPEG-1 Video codec .mpg MPEG-PS supported up to 720*576 30fps MPEG-2 Audio Codec MPEG MPEG-1 Video codec .mpeg MPEG-PS supported up to 720*576 30fps MPEG-2 Audio Codec MPEG...

  • Page 59: Media File Formats - Audio And Photo

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Media File Formats - Audio and Photo Extension Filename Container Format Codec Supported Limitation .mp2 MPEG Audio Layer 2 supported up to 32Kbps-320Kbps Layer1 Layer2 supported up to CBR/VBR 32Kbps- .mp3 MPEG Audio 320kbps 8-48KHz Layer3 MPEG2.5...

  • Page 60: Regulatory Compliance

    Die Markierung mit dem CE-Symbol zeigt an, dass dieses Gerät mit den anwendbaren Richtlinien der Europäischen Union übereinstimmt. Hierzu zählen auch die EMV-Richtlinie (2004/108/EG) sowie die Niederspannungsrichtlinie (2006/95/ EG). Eine "Konformitätserklärung" in Übereinstimmung mit den anwendbaren Richtlinien ist erstellt worden und kann bei Western Digital Europe eingesehen werden. APPENDIX – 56...
  • Page 61 Parlamentet och Rådets direktiv, inklusive EMC-direktivet (2004/108/EC) och Direktivet om Lågspänning (2006/95/EC). En "Försäkran om Överensstämmelse" har gjorts enligt de gällande direktiven och har registrerats hos Western Digital Europa. Merking med CE-symbolet indikerer dette systemets overholdelse av gjeldende direk- tiver for EU, inkludert EMC-direktivet (2004/108/EC) og lavspenningsdirektivet (2006/95/EC).

  • Page 62: Warranty Information

    WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual VCCI Notice (Japan only) This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) from information technology equipment. If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.

  • Page 63: Limited Warranty

    Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, and My Book are registered trademarks; and WD TV, and My Passport are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies.
  • Page 64 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual Index hardware information 45 home screen 18, 19 Accessories 2 I/O connectors 5 Apple users 16 installation procedures 8 aspect ratio installation requirements 8 troubleshooting 50 LED indicators 6 audio channel 28 operating 17 audio/video overview 3 supported interfaces 4...
  • Page 65 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual media content music 33 locating 46 RoHS 58 music playback controls 33 playback procedures 30 Search function playback screen 32 button 17 music playback options 33 procedure 46 settings apply new values 42 navigation buttons 17 Audio/Video menu 43 Settings menu bar 41...
  • Page 66 WD TV Mini Media Player User Manual USB ports 5 video playback options 26 videos audio channel 28 display resolution setting 45 information panel 27 playback controls 26 playback procedures 24 subtitles 29 supported resolutions 4 zoom options 28 warranty information 58 zoom options photos 39 videos 28...

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