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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ™ Manual Setup ..........31 Rhapsody ............67 ™ Encryption ............ 32 Live365 ............70 ™ Configure Your Network Settings Manually ..34 vTuner .............. 72 Completing the Setup Wizard ......36 TotalVid ............74 ™ D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 3 Screen Saver Delay........98 Technical Specifications ......... 130 Browse Display ..........99 Contacting Technical Support ........ 132 Compatible Remote........100 System Reset ..........101 Warranty ..............133 Update Device ..........101 Registration .............. 138 About ............102 D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    THE SOCKET-OUTLET IS LOCATED/INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE. CAUTION! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING, OR SPLASHING. DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS UPON THE UNIT. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 5 • Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening the cover may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. For service, please contact a qualified service technician. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 6 This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 dB. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 7 Certain features of this device may be unavailable when accessing stored media content on UPnP AV network attached storage devices. USB flash drive and USB hard drive sold separately. D-Link is not responsible for damage to USB drives, or loss and/or damage to files on the USB drives, due to improper installation or usage.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    ( AA Batteries Antennas Included) Ethernet Cable Composite Software, Product Audio/Video Cable Documentation, and Warranty on CD Quick Setup Guide Note: Please remove both protective plastic covers that is placed over the front of the DSM-750. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 9: Minimum System Requirements

    • 500MHz Processor • 128MB Memory • 100MB Hard Drive Space • CD-ROM Drive • Windows Vista ® Home Basic or XP FOR INTERNET ACCESS • Broadband Modem • Router • Subscription with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 10: Introduction

    Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction introduces the latest addition to its multimedia family of products: the D-Link DSM-750 Wireless High-Definition D-Link ® (HD) Media Center Extender. Using your home entertainment center from the comfort of the living room, the DSM-750 includes everything you need to instantly access and play music, videos, and photos.
  • Page 11: Features

    Dual band 11n wireless works at 2.4GHz, and 5GHz for best possible streaming of HD video. • UPnP AV compliant to support standard Media Server software, such as Windows Media Player 11 ot the D-Link DNS-323. • Support for most popular digital media formats.
  • Page 12: Hardware Overview

    Insert a USB thumb drive to view additional videos, music, and photos. Power Button Press the Power button on your remote control and the device’s power button will illuminate. You may also press the power button located here on the DSM-750 front panel. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 13: Back Panel

    HDMI Coaxial Digital Audio Reset Using a small pointed object, depress the reset switch for 10 seconds to restore the DSM-750 to factory default settings. S-Video Component Video Composite Audio/Video HDMI outputs both audio and video. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 14: Using The Remote Control

    (rotate, zoom, and pan). (Works in Extender mode only). Jumps to the television viewing guide. (12) Guide (13) Live TV (Works in Extender mode only). Displays the currently selected television channel. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 15 MediaLounge mode buttons below the Teletext button. Note: The DSM-750 remote control does not have volume control buttons, nor does it have a mute button. It is recommended that you use your audio device’s remote control to control the volume. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 16: Connecting The Dsm-750

    DSM-750 and the matching opposite end of the cable to your television input. S-Video Connector Plug the S-Video cable into the S-VIDEO connector on the DSM-750 and the opposite end into the S-Video connector on your television. Note: This cable is not supplied. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 17 HDMI provides the best video quality resolution up to 1080i, plus audio support. High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus digital audio on a single cable. Note: This cable is not supplied. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 18: Audio Connections

    Optical Digital Audio Connect an optical audio connector into the OPTICAL connector on the DSM-750 and the matching opposite end of the cable to the audio input of your audio system. Note: This cable is not supplied. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 19 Coaxial Digital Audio Connect a coaxial digital audio connector into the COAX connector on the DSM-750 and the matching opposite end of the cable to the audio input of your audio system. Note: This cable is not supplied. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 20: Network Connections

    DSM-750. Be sure the antennas are secure and in an upright position. Note: If you place the DSM-750 in an enclosed area (e.g. an entertainment center) you may need to obtain an extension antenna to provide an optimal wireless signal. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 21: Setup

    Click Install Media Center Extender Update Note: Insert the setup CD into your PC’s CD-ROM drive to access the DSM-750 Manual and Quick Setup Guide. Also check support.dlink.com for the latest User Manual and Quick Setup Guide. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 22: Wired Setup

    MediaLounge ™ startup screen or Optional Set Up screen. Note: If you don’t remember how to change TV inputs, refer to the TV User Manual for instructions. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 23: Media Center Extender Optional Set Up

    DSM-750 MediaLounge home screen will appear. Please skip to page 39. Note: DHCP allows devices to be added to the network with minimal or no manual configuration. If you ARE using your DSM-750 as a Media Center Extender, click Next. Click Finish D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 24 38. If DHCP is NOT enabled, please continue to the “Configure Your Network Settings Manually” section on the following page. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) allows network settings required by the DSM-750 to be set automatically. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 25: Configure Your Network Settings Manually

    Use your remote control number keypad, or select the numbers from the on-screen number pad, to enter your wired network’s Subnet mask. Once you have entered your Subnet mask, use your remote control to navigate to the Next option and press OK. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 26 DSM-750, please skip to the “8-Digit Setup Key“ section on page 38. Note: If you are unable to connect to your network, please check your network connections or contact your network administrator. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 27: Wireless Setup

    MediaLounge startup screen or Optional Set Up screen. ™ Note: If you don’t remember how to change TV inputs, refer to the TV User Manual for instructions. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 28: Media Center Extender Optional Set Up

    DHCP is enabled on your network, the Setup Wizard screen will appear. Please skip to page 30 to continue with the Setup Wizard. Note: DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) allows network settings required by the DSM-750 to be set automatically. Click Finish D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 29 Note: If DHCP is NOT enabled, you will have to enter your network settings manually to complete the Setup Wizard. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) allows network settings required by the DSM-750 to be set automatically. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 30: Setup Wizard

    Note: If your router’s SSID broadcast is turned off, please use your remote control to select Manual Setup. If you clicked Manual Setup, please continue to the following page. If you did not click Manual Setup, please skip to page 31. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 31: Manual Setup

    By using your remote control, navigate through the encryption type list by either pressing the up or down arrow. Once you find your network’s encryption type, use your remote control to click it. Please continue to the “Encryption” section on the following page. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 32: Encryption

    109 for information as to why this may have happened. Encryption If your wireless home network is using wireless encryption, you will need to provide the DSM-750 with the network security passphrase. By using the On Screen Keyboard, you may enter the network security passphrase. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 33 Note: If you selected Advanced Setup, please skip to “Configure Your Network Settings Manually” on the following page. If you selected Auto (Recommended), please skip to the “Completing the Setup Wizard“ section on page 36. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 34: Configure Your Network Settings Manually

    Use your remote control number keypad, or select the numbers from the on screen number pad, to enter your wireless network’s Subnet mask. Once you have entered your Subnet mask, use your remote control to navigate to the Next option and press Enter. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 35 Once you have entered your DNS server, use your remote control to navigate to the Next option and press Enter. Please wait while the DSM-750 connects to your network. Note: If you are unable to connect to your network, please contact your network administrator. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 36: Completing The Setup Wizard

    Please skip to page 39. Note: If you did not receive the “successful” message mentioned here, please refer to the “Wireless Installation Considerations and Troubleshooting” section starting on page 109 for more information. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 37 Section  - Configuration If you ARE using the DSM-750 as a Media Center Extender, click Next to continue. Click Next On the Extender Setup screen, click Next again. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 38: 8-Digit Setup Key

    Once you are in Tasks, scroll right and click on Add Extender. Follow the on screen instructions to enter the 8-digit Setup Key and to configure Windows Media Center for your DSM-750. ® Congratulations, your Extender setup is complete. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 39: Windows ® Media Player 11 Setup

    4. All versions of Windows Vista include Windows Media Player 11. Windows XP offers Windows Media Player 11 as a free update from Windows Update, or you can download Windows Media Player 11 by visiting microsoft.com. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 40 ® access in the software. Click the down arrow under Library and select Media Sharing. Click the Share my media to: check box. Select your D-Link DSM-750 media player from the Media Sharing box and then click the Allow button.
  • Page 41 Your device will now have a green check mark. Click Apply and then click OK. Now you need to add the folders containing media you want shared with your DSM-750. Click on Library and then click on Add to Library. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 42 Add button and select each folder manually. Once you have added the folder(s) you want to share click OK. Windows Media Player 11 will now search for supported media files in the folders you selected to share. ® D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 43 Click Close and you are ready to use Windows Media Player 11 as your server. ® You can now return to your TV and select the Windows Media Server from My Media on the DSM-750 Home Page. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 44 Section  - Configuration Once you have confirmed that your Windows Media Player sharing has been enabled and is showing on your D-Link ® DSM-750 you can select your Music, Photos or Videos after selecting the Windows Media Player 11 media server.
  • Page 45 If you are using Windows Vista and Media Sharing is disabled, follow these steps to enable media sharing: ® Open Windows Media Player 11. Click the down arrow under Library and select Media Sharing. Click the Networking button. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 46 Section  - Configuration Click the Customize button. Select Private under Location Type. Click the Next button. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 47 Section  - Configuration Click the Close button. Media sharing should now be accessible from your Windows Vista ® D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 48: Using Your Dsm-750

    The folder names and their order that are displayed in the My Media menu are dependant on the media server you are connected to. The following folders may appear: • Video • Music • Photo • Playlists D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 49: Video

    Note: When using HDMI, the DSM-750 will automatically configure the resolution to match the TV’s resolution, which can be up to 1080i resolution. To configure the DSM-750 to 1080p you will need to select 1080p resolution from the Display Resolution. See page 82 for details on setting 1080p resolution. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 50: Viewing A Video

    Note: REPEAT and SHUFFLE only work while listening to music. Audio Track Button The yellow Audio Track button on your remote control allows you to toggle through multiple language tracks in a video that contains multiple audio tracks. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 51: Subtitles

    Note: Tools to generate SRT files can be found online. You must also have a UPnP media server capable of sharing video with SRT subtitles, such as the D-Link Media Server. Simply start the video file and the subtitles will show at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 52: Music

    Moving Pictures Experts Group created standards for compressing audio and video. Audio uses the file extension .mp3. • OGG Vorbis Open source audio format. Uses the file extension .ogg. • FLAC A file format for lossless audio data compression. Note: You are able to play music while viewing a slideshow. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 53: Organizing Music Files

    However, if your music files have incorrect or incomplete tags, the tracks may not appear where they should in your music categories. The exact order in which your folders and files appear on the DSM-750, are controlled by the media server software. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 54: Listening To Music

    Note: REPEAT and SHUFFLE only work for music. These buttons are not Skip Backward - Skips Rewind - To rewind supported for video or photos. through the music in through the music. reverse at certain points. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 55: Photo

    JPEG2000 is a new image format based on the latest compression technology. Note: You are able to play music while viewing a slideshow. Note: You may set the display settings between List Mode and Thumbnail Mode by accessing the Browse Display section on page 99. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 56: Organizing Photo Albums

    You can create as many folders as you need. Create a folder for the year, then create folders inside for each of the months, and then folders in each month for special occasions (birthday, vacation, holidays, etc...). *Folder creation and renaming files must be done on the PC via standard Windows procedures. ® D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 57: Viewing A Photo

    Rotate the photo 180° clockwise Note: For the most impressive display of your photos, it is recommended to set Photo Scanline to “Fit to Screen” (see page 97). Zoom in on the photo Pan the Photo D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 58: Viewing A Slideshow

    DSM-750 remote to Play, Pause, or Stop the show. Press the Skip Backward and Skip Forward buttons to skip to the previous or next photo. To set the amount of time before the next photo in a slideshow is displayed, please continue to the Slideshow section on page 96. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 59: Search

    Example search of the letters en would be: This is the Beginning of the End The Small Pretender Entering San Diego Note: Depending on your media server, “Contains” may be the only option available. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 60 You may also press CLEAR on your DSM-750 remote control to clear the search box. Note: The alphanumeric keypad on your DSM-750 remote control is unavailable while accessing the Search screen. You MUST use the On Screen Keyboard to continue with your search. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 61: Usb Direct Menu

    USB drive, and the USB Direct option will be available to you on the MediaLounge menu. ™ The DSM-750 currently supports NTFS, FAT, and FAT32 formats. You can play music from your USB drive, and view photos from a listed server by accessing My Media. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 62: Supported Formats

    MPEG-2 TS • • • MPEG-2 PS • • AIF (.aif only) • MPEG-4 (.mp4) • • XVID • LPCM (.lpcm only) • • FLAC Note: You are able to play music while viewing a slideshow. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 63: Online Media

    New online services can be added in the future and made available via firmware upgrades. To access the Online Media section, select Online Media from the Home screen. Rhapsody is available for USA customers only. ™ Napster ™ is available for USA, Canada, and England customers only. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 64: Flickr

    You can join Flicker for free and begin sharing images immediately. Professional accounts are available for those who want to add and display high volumes of photos. Select Online Media from the Home screen and select the Flickr icon. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 65 Use your DSM-750’s remote control to enter numbers, letters, and/or symbols related to your flickr account username. Note: The “@” (at symbol) and the “.” (dot symbol) are found by pressing the Symbol option on the screen, which is located above the OK button. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 66 ™ uploaded pictures by selecting your flickr username on the DSM-750 menu screen. By selecting Recently Uploaded Photos and Interesting Photos, you will see public photos posted and/or rated highly by Flickr members. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 67: Rhapsody

    Select Online Media from the Home screen and navigate to the right or left of the Online Media menu until the Rhapsody ™ icon is selected. Press the OK button. Note: You must have the Rhapsody software running on a computer before selecting Rhapsody from the menu. ™ ™ D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 68 DSM-750 you need to enable the UPnP mode within the User Settings. To do this, launch ™ the Rhapsody application and follow the steps below. ™ Go to Tools > Preferences > Rhapsody Server (UPnP) Check Enable Rhapsody Server (UPnP) when I sign in to Rhapsody Click OK D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 69 To add a song to your library, click on the down arrow icon next to the selected track. Once your library is configured, you can access the Rhapsody content on your DSM-750 just as you would with media ™ stored on your computer. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 70: Live365

    Account Setup: Click to access setup features such as Login and Learn about Sign-Up Information. Search: Allows you to enter a song or artist to search for Live365 stations that play that music. Press the MENU button to add a station to your preset list. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 71 Section  - Configuration Click Login to enter in your Login information. If you do not have a Live365 account, click Learn about Sign-Up Information. Enter your User Name and Password, and click OK. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 72: Vtuner

    Press the MENU button to add a station to your preset list. About vTuner: Displays important information about vTuner. It also displays the MAC address which is used to pair the DSM-750 with your vTuner account. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 73 Section  - Configuration Location: Displays all available internet radio stations by location. Genre: Lists certain music genres. New Stations: Lists new stations that are available. Most Popular Stations: Lists popular stations used by vTuner clients. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 74: Totalvid

    WMP11. The video will show up on the DSM-750 in My Media as Video. Click on the Find Out More button if an item is of interest to you. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 75: Napster

    My Kid’s Tunes , you must order through ™ their online service. Once you’ve ordered from My Kid’s Tunes you may ™ begin to listen to the downloaded content through your DSM-750. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 76: Windows Media Center Menu

    (HDTV available only in the U.S.). • Schedule and record TV shows and movies for later viewing. • Watch live, HD quality media (available only in the U.S.) on any screen in your house with Vista Extenders for Windows Media Center. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 77: Tv + Movies

    Recorded TV button on your DSM-750 remote control to view your recorded TV programs. Clicking the Guide button will provide you with TV listings that are available to you. When the Guide menu appears (following image), select your TV program and enjoy. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 78: Music

    Windows Media Center also allows you to watch a slideshow while listening to music. Note: Album art can be downloaded from the Internet automatically, or it can be added manually into Media Center. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 79: Pictures + Videos

    Access numerous online providers for Internet videos, Internet radio, music downloads, movie and TV show downloads along with news and sports. Here you can find Vongo, Live365, MTV, Discovery Channel, XM, Napster, Yahoo Sports, Reuters and much more. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 80: Tasks > Settings

    DSM-750, then you will need to add the new folders on the DSM-750 as well as Windows Media Center. This will allow the content in the new folders to appear on your DSM-750. There are two different libraries—one library for your Windows Media Center computer and another library for your Media Center Extender. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 81: Settings Menu

    Under the A/V Output menu, you may change the Aspect Ratio to either Normal (Standard Televisions) or Widescreen (Widescreen Televisions). Please make sure you understand the ratio of your television screen before changing the aspect ratio, or you may get a distorted picture. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 82: Video Output

    Note: When using an HDMI connection, the DSM-750 will configure itself to match the resolution of the TV (up to 1080i resolution). To configure the DSM-750 for 1080p resolution, you will be required to access the A/V Settings screen to manually set the resolution to 1080p. After doing this, the DSM-750 will display at 1080p resolution. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 83: S/Pdif Audio Output

    S/PDIF = Sony/Philips Digital Interface. This format is only supported when either the Coaxial Digital or Optical Digital audio connectors are connected to the DSM-750, or when an HDMI connector is connected to a compatible 5.1 audio receiver. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 84: Network

    If you are connected to your network with an Ethernet cable, continue to the “Wired Connection” section on page 85 of this manual. If you are connecting wirelessly, continue to the “Wireless Connection” section on page 89 of this manual. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 85: Wired Connection

    (please skip to the “Wired Connection Complete” section on page 88). Advanced Setup, If you selected you will need to setup your DSM-750 with the required wireless network settings (please continue to the following page). D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 86 Use your remote control number keypad, or select the numbers from the on screen number pad, to enter your wired network’s Subnet mask. Once you have entered your Subnet mask, use your remote control to navigate to the Next option and press OK. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 87 Once you have entered your DNS server, use your remote control to navigate to the Next option and press Enter. Note: If you are unable to connect to your network, please check your network connections or contact your network administrator. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 88 Your DSM-750 is now configured for your wired network. Click Finish. Note: If you did not receive the “successful” message mentioned here, please refer to the “Wireless Installation Considerations and Troubleshooting” section starting on page 109 for more information. Click Finish D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 89: Wireless Connection

    Note: If your router’s SSID broadcast is turned off, please use your remote control to select Manual Setup. If you clicked Manual Setup, please continue to the following page. If you did not click Manual Setup, please skip to page 91. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 90 By using your remote control, navigate through the encryption type list by either pressing the up or down arrow. Once you find your network’s encryption type, use your remote control to click it. Please continue to the “Encryption” section on the following page. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 91 If your wireless home network is using wireless encryption, you will need to provide the DSM-750 with the network security passphrase. By using the On Screen Keyboard, you may enter the network security passphrase. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 92 Advanced Setup to enter the wireless network settings manually. Note: If you selected Advanced Setup, please skip to “Advanced Setup” on the following page. If you selected Auto (Recommended), please skip to the “Wireless Connection Complete“ section on page 95. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 93 Use your remote control number keypad, or select the numbers from the on screen number pad, to enter your wireless network’s Subnet mask. Once you have entered your Subnet mask, use your remote control to navigate to the Next option and press OK. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 94 Once you have entered your DNS server, use your remote control to navigate to the Next option and press Enter. Note: If you are unable to connect to your network, please check your network connections or contact your network administrator. Click Next D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 95 Your DSM-750 is now configured for your wireless network. Click Finish. Note: If you did not receive the “successful” message mentioned here, please refer to the “Wireless Installation Considerations and Troubleshooting” section starting on page 109 for more information. Click Finish D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 96: Slideshow

    Slideshow Delay To set the delay time between photos in a slideshow presentation, make your selection from the following menu. You may choose between 3 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 20 seconds, 30 seconds, or 1 minute. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 97: Photo Scaling

    OFF. Slideshow Sequence If you want the photos to appear in their normal order as presented on the server, select Normal. If you want the photos to shuffle during a slideshow presentation, select Random. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 98: System

    Using your DSM-750 remote control’s alphanumeric keypad, or the On Screen Keyboard, enter your new device name. Screen Saver Delay Set your screen saver time limit, by selecting from the options presented here. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 99: Browse Display

    Select Thumbnail if you want to preview your photos before opening them. Under the Thumbnail display, videos and music files, along with folders, will be represented by the DSM-750’s general graphic image library. LIST VIEW THUMBNAIL VIEW D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 100: Compatible Remote

    DSM-750, you can leave this setting on DSM-750’s remote. DSM-750’s remote: The DSM-750 and Windows Media Center remote controls can operate the DSM-750. All remotes: The DSM-750, Windows Media Center and the Xbox 360 remote controls can operate the DSM-750. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 101: System Reset

    Update Device We recommend leaving this setting ON to be able to receive updates that can improve support for media files, fix bugs, and install new features. Selecting New version check will immediately check for new versions. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 102: About

    Section  - Configuration About The About screen will display information about your DSM-750, including the current version. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 103: Extender

    Extender setup at the Windows Vista PC. Refer to page 38 for more information. If the DSM-750 is not setup on a wired or wireless network, you may need to complete the network set up along with the Extender Setup. Refer to page 20. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 104: Remove Setup Information

    If you choose to remove Extender functionality from your DSM-750, select the Remove Setup Information option. On the following screen, confirm your choice and click Next. Learn More If you would like to learn more about Extender, click the Learn More option. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 105: Automatic Start

    Your remote control has a Windows Media Center button. You can disable this button from powering on Extender mode by selecting the Remote Control option from the menu. Follow the instructions to disable or enable this feature. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 106: Launch Extender

    If you want to launch the Extender, you may do so by selecting the Launch Extender option on the Extender menu. You may also press the green Windows Media Center button on the DSM-750 remote control (see picture below) to launch Extender. Windows Media Center button. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 107: Wireless Security

    ASCII format is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember. The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use over the network. Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 108: What Is Wpa

    WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 109: Wireless Installation Considerations

    1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link DSM-750 and your router to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized between the device and your router.
  • Page 110: Troubleshooting

    My remote control isn’t working.  Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.  Try removing the batteries and reinserting them without touching any buttons on the remote control.  Replace the batteries with new ones. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 111 The files may be copy protected. To share your files, turn copy protection off when you rip them. Note: Downloaded WMA files using Digital Rights Management (DRM) protection can be played by using the Windows Media Player 11 software. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 112 In most cases, the sample rate does not matter unless you come across a file that will not play or appear on your player. Use the above procedure to check the file settings for supported rates. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 113 Media Player 11 running and that you are sharing the folder that contains the ® downloaded files.  Make sure you have validated the D-Link player from within Windows Media Player 11. Refer to page 39 for the ® Windows Media Player 11 Setup section.
  • Page 114 Section 5 - Troubleshooting When sharing files with the D-Link Media Server, my PC is very slow.  If you are sharing gigabytes of content, especially videos, please make sure that you are not running any other software that requires high CPU usage.
  • Page 115: Frequently Asked Questions

    Will any software need to be installed on my computer?  Yes, D-Link Media Server Software, Windows Media Player 11, or any UPnP AV compliant media server software needs to be installed on a networked Windows-based PC. From this PC, you can choose the media files to be streamed to your TV.
  • Page 116 Why do my AVI files fail to play?  The DSM-750 will only support MPEG-4 encoded AVI files. You may need to re-encode your AVI files with a video encoding software program, such as Nero Recode. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 117: Wireless Basics

    Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.
  • Page 118 Why D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link has all the products you need to build your network.
  • Page 119 Who uses wireless? Wireless technology has become so popular in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it’s for home, office, or business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access.
  • Page 120 Appendix A - Wireless Basics Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to the Internet from remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers. A wireless network is easy to setup, but if you’re installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing where to start.
  • Page 121: How To Check Your Media

    Here is a sample screenshot of the Windows Media ASF Viewer ® examining a WMV file. For AVI/WMV/OGG/MPEG/MP3, you may use “AVICodec” to examine your media files. This tool can be downloaded from: http://avicodec.duby.info/ Here is a sample screenshot of AVICodec D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 122: Converting An Earlier Wmv File

    WMV9 format in order for you to play it. This is AVIcodec, which is used to convert an earlier WMV file into WMV9. Step 2: Open “Windows Movie Maker”. Import the video you wish to convert. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 123 Appendix B - How to Check Your Media Step 3: Select the video file. Step 4: Movie Maker will start importing the file. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 124 Appendix B - How to Check Your Media Step 5: The video file you selected will show up in display. Step 6: Drag and drop the video into the bottom panel for editing. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 125 Appendix B - How to Check Your Media Step 7: Select “Save to my computer” on the left panel. Step 8: Give the new file a name and select the desired location to save it. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 126 Appendix B - How to Check Your Media Step 9: Select the quality of your new video file. Step 10: Once selected, Movie Maker will start creating your new video file. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 127 Appendix B - How to Check Your Media Step 11: Once completed, this screen will show up. You can verify the new video file is created in WMV9 format. (This screenshot shows you both the old file (WMV8) and the new file (WMV9)) D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 128: Audio And Video Cables Guide

    Appendix C - Audio/Video Cable Guide Audio and Video Cables Guide D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 129: Networking Basics

    Check your IP Address After you install your new D-Link DSM-750, by default, the network settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify DHCP is working, you can verify the IP address of a PC on the same network as your DSM-750, by following the steps below.
  • Page 130: Technical Specifications

    MPEG 4 (ASP - Advanced Simple Profile) • DVR-MS • H.264 (including .avi and .mkv) • VC-1 • XVID (with MP3 and PCM) • AVI (MPEG4 layer only, does not support uncompressed AVI, Resolution up to 1080i) D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 131 • Operating relative humidity: 10% to 95% non-condensing Certifications: • FCC • CSA • CE Dimensions: • L= 16.75 inches • W= 11.25 inches • H= 1.5 inches Weight: • 5.5 lbs Warranty: • 1 Year D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 132: Contacting Technical Support

    • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the router (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the router). You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website as well as frequently asked questions and answers to technical issues.
  • Page 133: Warranty

    Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
  • Page 134 Warranty Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material non-conformance is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded by D-Link;...
  • Page 135 • The customer is responsible for all in-bound shipping charges to D-Link. No Cash on Delivery (“COD”) is allowed. Products sent COD will either be rejected by D-Link or become the property of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D-Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt.
  • Page 136: Limitation Of Liability

    This Limited Warranty provides specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Trademarks: D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 137: Fcc Statement

    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office. D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...
  • Page 138: Registration

    Appendix H - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.2 December 18, 2008 D-Link DSM-750 User Manual...

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