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  • Page 2: Preface

    Preface Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions Revision Date Description June 14, 2012 • Initial Release...
  • Page 3 Rovi Corporation. Reverse Engineering and Laboratories. disassembly are prohibited. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance. HDMI Licensing LLC. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Before You Begin ................7 Wireless ..................33 Connect Directly to a TV ............8 Parental Control ................37 Connect to an A/V Receiver ............10 D-Link Remote Control App ..........39 Apps ..................17 Using the Remote Control App ..........40 VUDU ....................17 Technical Specifications ............41 Netflix ....................17...

  • Page 5: Product Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • DSM-312 MovieNite™ Plus Streaming Media Player • Remote Control • Two AAA Batteries • Composite Audio/Video Cable • Power Adapter • Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. Note that this product does not include an Ethernet or HDMI cable.

  • Page 6: Features

    For the latest firmware version and updated apps, please upgrade the firmware on your MovieNite™ Plus. Once you first connect to the Internet, you may be prompted that a new version is available. Follow the on-screen instructions to update the firmware or refer to page 26 to manually check for an update. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 7: Hardware Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Solid green light indicates when the DSM-312 has a good connection to your network. The light will be amber during boot-up and if there is no connection to your network. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 8: Connections

    (router, gateway or switch). If you would like to connect using a wireless connection, do not connect an Ethernet cable. Connect the supplied power adapter here and the other end into an outlet or surge Power Receptor protector. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 9: Remote Control Overview

    Section 1 - Product Overview Remote Control Overview 1 Press to turn the DSM-312 on and off 2 Stop 3 Previous Button (function depends on app) 4 Forward Button (function depends on app) 5 Rewind Button 6 Play/Pause Button 7 Fast Forward Button...

  • Page 10: Wireless Installation Considerations

    Wireless Installation Considerations The DSM-312 allows you access to your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless router or access point. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.

  • Page 11: Installation

    (WEP or WPA/WPA2) • Do not place the DSM-312 inside a cabinet if you are using a wireless connection. Your signal will degrade or you may not connect at all depending on the location of your wireless router or access point. Place in an open area for best results.

  • Page 12: Connect Directly To A Tv

    Follow the steps below to connect and install your MovieNite™ Plus Media Player directly to your TV: Step 1 Connect an HDMI cable (not included) to the HDMI port on the DSM-312 and the other end into an available HDMI input port on your TV. Note that HDMI is required for HD resolution.
  • Page 13 Section 2 - Installation If you do not have an HDMI cable or a TV with an HDMI port, connect the supplied A/V cable into the AV port on the DSM-312 and the other end into the correct matching input ports on your TV (yellow is for video, red and white are for audio).

  • Page 14: Connect To An A/V Receiver

    Step 1 Connect an HDMI cable (not included) to the HDMI port on the DSM-312 and the other end into an available HDMI input port on your receiver. Note that HDMI is required for HD resolution. If you are unable to connect using an HDMI cable, connect the supplied A/V cable into the AV port on the DSM-312 and the other end into the correct matching input ports on your receiver (yellow is for video, red and white are for audio).
  • Page 15 Step 3 Connect an Ethernet cable (not included) to the LAN port on the DSM-312 and other end into your network (via router, gateway, or switch). If you want to use the built-in wireless adapter, do not connect the Ethernet cable. The on-screen setup wizard will allow you configure your wireless settings (refer to Step 6 for wireless setup information).
  • Page 16 Section 2 - Installation Step 5 You will see the MovieNite Plus screen appear. Follow the on-screen setup (if any) to configure your DSM-312 media player. You may manually change your settings by clicking the gear icon from the Home page.

  • Page 17: Wireless Setup

    Wireless Setup Step 6 - If you did not connect an Ethernet cable, the DSM-312 will attempt to connect to a wireless network. A list of wireless networks in your area will appear. Select the network you want to connect to and press the OK button on your remote.
  • Page 18 You should now be connected to your wireless network and the Home page will be displayed on your TV. Note: If for some reason the DSM-312 does not connect to your network, it may be out of range. Move the DSM-312 closer to your router or access point (in the same room) and repeat the setup steps.
  • Page 19 Step 3 - Your DSM-312 should now be connected to your wireless network. Note: If for some reason the DSM-312 does not connect to your network, it may be out of range. Move the DSM-312 closer to your router or access point (in the same room) and repeat the setup steps. Once connected, try moving the DSM-312 back near your TV.
  • Page 20 IP address, the Network Setting error message will appear. Verify that your Ethernet connection is good. Check the link light on your router (or switch) is lit in the port that the DSM-312 is connected to. Select Retry and press the OK button. If you still get an error message, select OK and press the OK button on your remote.

  • Page 21: Apps

    • Press the back button to back out of the current selection or page. • During the movie, you can use the forward, previous, stop, pause/play, rewind and fast-forward buttons. • Press the home button at any time to go to the MovieNite™ Plus Home page. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 22: Youtube

    • Press the back button to back out of the current selection or page. • During music playback, you can use the forward, previous, stop, pause/play, rewind and fast-forward buttons. • Press the home button at any time to go to the MovieNite™ Plus Home page. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 23: Picasa

    • Use the up, down, left, and right arrow buttons to navigate through your selections and press the OK button to make a selection. • Press the back button to back out of the current selection. • Press the home button at any time to go to the MovieNite™ Plus Home page. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 24: Mydlink

    Refer to the next page for more information. Your camera model and mydlink ID number will also be displayed. To go back to the mydlink home page, press the back button on your remote. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...
  • Page 25 “home” position. If your camera does not support pan/ tilt, these icons will not be displayed. Camera Information Your camera name, model number, and its mydlink ID will be displayed here. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 26: Flingo

    Section 3 - Applications Flingo Queue Flingo will allow you to select content from the Internet to be viewed on your TV through the DSM-312 media player. Follow the steps below: 1. From a computer that is on the same network as your DSM-312 media player, open your web browser and go to http://www/flingo.org.

  • Page 27: Configuration

    Section 4 - Configuration Configuration Your DSM-312 will automatically detect your network and TV settings. If you would like to manually configure your settings, upgrade firmware, and other advanced functions, navigate up to the gear icon on the home page and press the OK button.
  • Page 28 Section 4 - Configuration Screen Saver Select the amount of idle time before the screen saver will start (2, 5, or 10 minutes) or select Off to disable the screen saver. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Select Maintenance to perform a factory reset or to manually upgrade the firmware. Factory Reset Select Factory Reset to erase all your settings and set the DSM-312 to the default settings. Step 1 - Select Factory Reset and press the OK button on your remote.
  • Page 30 Select OK to start the upgrade process. Do NOT turn the DSM-312 off during the upgrade process. If the firmware is up to date, select OK and press the OK button on your remote.

  • Page 31: Playback

    If you want to sign in with a different account, you will have to perform this deactivation and then go to the Netflix or Vudu app to sign back in. Note: If you ever sell or give your DSM-312 to another user, remember to deactivate your Netflix and Vudu accounts. You can also perform a factory reset to deactivate all accounts (recommended).

  • Page 32: Video

    Video Resolution Select Resolution to change the screen resolution. Select Auto (recommended), NTSC (480i for older analog TVs), 480p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p. Note: You must use an HDMI cable for 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p resolutions. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 33: Audio

    Passthrough will send the raw undecoded audio from the source. This option is required for 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital Plus). If your TV does not support Dolby Digital Plus, select Stereo. This will set the audio to 2-channel stereo. Enable if you are having audio issues with older, incompatible equipment. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 34: Dolby Drc

    This is useful if you are watching a movie with loud explosions and you don’t want to wake up others sleeping in another room without turning the volume down too much. By default this option is set to On. Select Off for a better sound experience (recommended). D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 35: Network

    The MAC address of the DSM-312. Network Type: Displays the current network setting (Wired or Wireless). SSID: Displays the wireless network name (SSID) that the DSM-312 is currently connected to (if wireless is selected). The IP address of the DSM-312. Mask: The subnet mask of the network you are connected to.

  • Page 36: Wired (Ethernet)

    Manual IP and continue to Step 3 below. Step 3 - Enter an IP address for the DSM-312, the subnet mask of your network, the default gateway IP address (usually the IP address of your router), and a DNS server.

  • Page 37: Wireless

    Wireless There are 3 ways to connect your DSM-312 to your wireless network: Auto Search, Manual Connect, and WPS. Auto Search - Select to launch a site survey window and you can select from any available wireless network. Refer to the next page.
  • Page 38 Use the on-screen keyboard and enter the password. Select Enter and then press the OK button on your remote. Note: The password is case-sensitive. Your DSM-312 will now connect to your wireless network. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 39: Manual Connect

    Step 4 - Click the Security box to select the type of encryption being used on your network (NONE, WEP, or WPA/WPA2). Step 5 - Select Connect and press the OK button on your remote. Your DSM-312 will now connect to your wireless network. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...
  • Page 40 The easiest and most secure way to connect your DSM-312 to your wireless network is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Most wireless routers and access points will have a WPS button (or a software utility with WPS) that you can press to connect to the DSM-312.

  • Page 41: Parental Control

    Section 4 - Configuration Parental Control The Parental Control section will allow you to disable and password-protect any of the DSM-312 apps. If enabled, you will have to enter the 4-digit password when you launch an app. Step 1 - Select Parental Control, select Enable, and then press the OK button on your remote.
  • Page 42 Step 5 - By default, all the apps are not password-protected. You can choose which apps you want to protect. Select the app and then click the right-arrow button. Select Locked and press the OK button. D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 43: D-Link Remote Control App

    With the D-Link Remote Control app, you can turn your iPhone, iPod Touch, or Android mobile device into a remote control for the DSM-312 Media Player. Step 1 - From your smartphone, visit the Apple App Store or Google Play (Android) and search for “D-Link remote”, or scan the QR codes below:...

  • Page 44: Using The Remote Control App

    Section 5 - D-Link Remote App Using the Remote Control App Once your app is installed and connected to your DSM-312, the following interface will be displayed. 1 Press to turn the DSM-312 off 2 The UP navigation button 3 OK/Enter button...

  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    Connectors • HDMI 1.4 output • Audio/Video analog • 10/100 Ethernet • AC Power • Amber/green connection status Power • 12V / 1A Dimensions • 4.8 x 4.6 x 1.1 inches (124 x 117 x 27mm) D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

  • Page 46: 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 47 D-Link further warrants that, during the Software Warranty Period, the magnetic media on which D-Link delivers the Software will be free of physical defects. The customer’s sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of D-Link and its suppliers under this Limited Warranty will be, at D-Link’s option, to replace the non-conforming Software (or defective media) with software that substantially conforms to D-Link’s...
  • Page 48 • USA residents send to 17595 Mt. Herrmann, Fountain Valley, CA 92708. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that are lost in transit to D-Link. The repaired or replaced packages will be shipped to the customer via UPS Ground or any common carrier selected by D-Link.

  • Page 49: Limitation Of Liability

    Appendix B - Warranty While necessary maintenance or repairs on your Product can be performed by any company, we recommend that you use only an Authorized D-Link Service Office. Improper or incorrectly performed maintenance or repair voids this Limited Warranty.
  • Page 50 No part of this publication or documentation accompanying this product may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc., as stipulated by the United States Copyright Act of 1976 and any amendments thereto.

  • Page 51: Industry Canada Statement

    The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office.

  • Page 52: Registration

    Appendix C - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.0 June 14, 2012 D-Link DSM-312 User Manual...

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