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Sumvision Cyclone MKV 2 User Manual

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CYCLONE
-MKV-
2
Full HD 1080p
HDMI Network Media Player Enclosure
Page 1.
Version 1.2

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure User manual CYCLONE -MKV- Full HD 1080p HDMI Network Media Player Enclosure Page 1. Version 1.2...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Contents: Safety Instructions: ..................5 Product Details:....................7 Packaging List: .....................7 Front View: ....................7 Back View:....................9 Remote Control: ..................10 User Interface: ....................13 Main Menu:....................13 Browser Menu: ...................14 Setup Menu: ....................15 Installing a Hard Disk Drive:................16 Basic Setup:....................17 Connecting Power: ..................17...
  • Page 3 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Viewing Multimedia: ..................24 Movie Playback: ..................24 Movie Playback Options: ................25 Audio Playback:..................27 Audio Playback Options:.................28 Image Playback:..................29 Image Playback Options: ................29 Slideshow Viewing with Background Music: ...........30 File Copy:.......................31 Copy / Move: ....................31 Configuring File Sharing with Windows XP: ...........33 Configuring File Sharing with Windows Vista:..........34...
  • Page 4 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Neighbour Web Interface: ................46 BitTorrent Download:..................47 Adding a New Torrent: ................48 BitTorrent Settings:..................49 Visit Neighbour: ..................51 Account Management: ................51 Firmware Upgrade: ..................53 Formatting a Hard Disk Drive:................54 Troubleshooting: ....................54 Product Specifications: ..................57 Media Codec Information: ................58 Maintenance Notice: ..................59...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Safety Instructions: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS: All safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is used. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS: These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS: All operating instructions should be followed.
  • Page 6 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure 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 7: Product Details

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Product Details: Packaging List: Please ensure that the following items are included in the box when opened. If any items are missing, please contact your supplier immediately. Media Player Power Adapter Remote Control AV Cable...
  • Page 8 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure RETURN Press to return to the previous menu. ENTER Pressing this button will confirm or select an action. DOWN Press to move onscreen cursor down. Press to move onscreen cursor up. RIGHT Press to move onscreen cursor right.

  • Page 9: Back View

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Back View: ② ① ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ DC IN 12V Power port. Component YPbPr component video output AV Out Composite video output. Optical Optical audio output to connect to a surround sound system.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Remote Control: Page 10. Version 1.2...
  • Page 11 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Power Switches the Cyclone MKV 2 on and off from standby mode. Mute Switches on and off audio output. 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.
  • Page 12 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Repeat Press to set repeat options: Chapter, Title or Off. Play Press to resume media playback. Select Press to select files or folder to be copied in copy mode. Press to select the file and then press “confirm” to add or...

  • Page 13: User Interface

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

  • Page 14: Browser Menu

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Browser Menu: This menu provides access to media locations. USB: Provides access to multimedia files on connected external USB hard drives. HDD: Provides access to multimedia files on the local HDD. NET: Provides access to multimedia files located over your Local Area Network.

  • Page 15: Setup Menu

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Setup Menu: Audio: Provides access to audio configuration settings. Video: Provides access to video configuration settings. Network: Provides access to network configuration settings. System: Provides access to internal system configuration settings. MISC: Provides access to image configuration settings and other aspects of the media player.

  • Page 16: Installing A Hard Disk Drive

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Installing a Hard Disk Drive: Installing a HDD into the Cyclone MKV 2 enclosure can be done without the need of any tools. Important Notice: It is advised to wear an antistatic wristband to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging any electrical devices.

  • Page 17: 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 18: Component Output Connection (Ypbpr)

    MKV 2. Component output connection (YPbPr) Connecting the Cyclone MKV 2 to your TV via the component ports (YPbPr) will provide a higher quality visual output than is possible with composite. To connect the player via component cable*, plug the Red (Pr), Blue (Pb) and Green (Y) connectors into the associated ports.

  • Page 19: Hdmi Cable

    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 20: Usb Host Interface

    The Cyclone MKV 2 is also capable of acting as an external USB storage device. Plug the power adapter into the Cyclone MKV 2, as your PC may not detect the player if there is insufficient power. Using a USB cable*, connect one end to the media player and the other into any available USB port.

  • Page 21: Connection And Network Setup

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Connection and Network Setup: With UPnP and Samba Client support your Cyclone MKV 2 is able to play media files stored on a PC directly through the local area network via a router. Connect a RJ45 Ethernet cable* into the Ethernet port.

  • Page 22: Wired Connection

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure 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 IP (Auto): This option is recommended for novice and regular users. Choosing this option will allow your router to automatically assign a dynamic IP address to your Cyclone MKV 2.

  • Page 23: Wireless

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure 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 24: Viewing Multimedia

    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 25: Movie Playback Options

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure 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 movies are stored E.g., if you want to view movies that are stored on an attached USB hard...
  • Page 26 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Pressing the ZOOM button will activate zoom mode. Pressing the zoom button repeatedly will change zoom levels to 2X, 3X, 4X and 8X. Pressing the AUDIO button during playback will allow you to select the audio options.

  • Page 27: Audio Playback

    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 28: Audio Playback Options

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure When you have located the audio file you wish to play, highlight it. On the right side of the screen you will be given a preview of the audio file’s tag information. Tag information depth may vary from file to file, but may include Title, Artist’s Information, Album Art, amongst others.

  • Page 29: Image Playback

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Image 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. This 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 30: Slideshow Viewing With Background Music

    After pressing the INFO button again, the following menu will appear providing detailed information on the current file playing. Slideshow Viewing with Background Music: The Cyclone MKV 2 has the capability to play music in the background whilst displaying a slideshow. Folder Play: This method requires all the image and music files to be put into one folder.

  • Page 31: File Copy

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure File Copy: The Cyclone MKV 2 comes equipped with file copy, move and delete functions. Copy / Move: The file copy function allows you to copy files between USB devices, HDD and storage devices connected via wired LAN.
  • Page 32 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure you may have to navigate through multiple folders to access the file you want to copy / move. Press the SELECT button on the remote control. You will notice that a small tick icon will now be displayed next to the file. This indicates that the file has been selected for copying / moving.

  • Page 33: 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 34: Configuring File Sharing With Windows Vista

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure 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 35: 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 36: Playlist Creation

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Playlist Creation: To create a playlist, first enter the “Browser” interface. Once on the Browser interface, navigate to the directory where your media files are stored. Select the media files you wish to add to the playlist by pressing on the SELECT button on the remote control.

  • Page 37: Network Media Access

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Network Media 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.
  • Page 38 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure My Neighbours: Gives access to all network shared folders. To access network shared folders, select and enter “My Neighbours” Navigate to the location where the desired media is and press OK. Depending on whether the folder is password protected, you may be required to enter a User ID and password.

  • Page 39: Settings

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Settings: Audio Settings Menu: This menu provides access to the media player’s audio configuration settings. Night Mode: This function affects the overall dynamic capability and SPL (sound pressure level). This function can be activated or deactivated by selecting ON or OFF.
  • Page 40 Select this option when connected to a 16:9 TV. 16:10 Select this option when connected to a 16:10 TV. Zoom 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: This function allows a user to adjust the video output brightness levels.
  • Page 41 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure To adjust contrast levels use the NAVIGATION buttons to select the desired level. Hue: This function allows a user to adjust video output hue levels. To adjust hue levels use the NAVIGATION buttons to select the desired level.

  • Page 42: Network Settings Menu

    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 43: System Settings Menu

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure This allows the user to setup the Cyclone MKV 2’s wired network configurations. Wireless Setup: This allows the user to setup the Cyclone MKV 2’s wireless network configurations. System Settings Menu: This menu provides access to the media player’s system configuration settings.

  • Page 44: Misc Settings Menu

    HDD Format This function allows you to format the HDD. Restore Default: This function allows you to restore the Cyclone MKV 2 to its original default factory settings. MISC Settings Menu: This menu provides access to the media player’s miscellaneous configuration settings.

  • Page 45: Bittorrent/Samba Installation

    To activate this function select ON. To deactivate it select OFF. 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.

  • Page 46: Neighbour Web Interface

    Use at your own risk. Neighbour Web Interface: The Cyclone MKV 2 allows you access to its BitTorrent services through its integrated web server. To access the web server, type in the IP address that is assigned to your Cyclone MKV 2, into the browser of your choice.

  • Page 47: Bittorrent Download

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Once successfully logged into the web service, the Neighbour Web home page will display. This page will display information regarding the Cyclone MKV 2’s BitTorrent and System status. Also displayed is the available space on the HDD. BitTorrent Download: This section of Neighbour Web provides access to the BitTorrent service interface.

  • Page 48: Adding A New Torrent

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Refresh Clicking on this button will refresh the current page. Down Clicking on this button will move the selected torrent download down the list and lower its priority. Clicking on this button will move the selected torrent download up the list and give it greater priority.

  • Page 49: Bittorrent Settings

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Once the page has loaded, click on the “Browse” button. This will bring up a browse box. Navigate to the location where a torrent file is stored on your computer and select it. Note: A torrent file usually has the file extension “.torrent”...
  • Page 50 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Save Setting Clicking on this button will save any changes that have been made and return the user back to the BitTorrent page. Return Clicking on this button will return the user to the BitTorrent download page without saving any changes made.

  • Page 51: Visit Neighbour

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Default setting for this field is NO. Note: If this setting is set to “YES,” only the initial .torrent file is deleted. The actual downloaded file itself will still be stored in the player. Simultaneous Settings:...
  • Page 52 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Press enter and a confirmation box informing you that the password change has been successful will appear. Click on “OK” to return to the Neighbour Web home page. Note: Usernames and passwords are case sensitive.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Formatting A Hard Disk Drive

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Formatting a Hard Disk Drive: If you have installed a hard disk drive into the Cyclone MKV 2 enclosure, you may be required to format it. Using the remote control, navigate to the setup menu. Alternatively, press the setup button on the remote control.
  • Page 55 Please use only targets formatted with FAT, FAT32, NTFS or EXT3 for copying onto. Otherwise you will receive an error message. The player no longer responds: If the Cyclone MKV 2 no longer responds to the remote control, the batteries may be dead. Please replace them with new ones. Page 55.
  • Page 56 Insert a USB pen drive containing the firmware. Please note that only the firmware update files should be on the pen drive. Connect the power cable back into the Cyclone MKV 2 and switch it on. This should cause the player to attempt to reinstall the software.

  • Page 57: Product Specifications

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Product Specifications: TV System Compatibility: PAL, NTSC, Auto Video Codec Support: H.264, MKV, RM/RMVB, WMV9, MPEG 1/2/4, Xvid, HD DivX, FLV Video Container Support: MKV, TS, M2TS, TP, TRP, WMV, IFO, ISO, VOB, DAT, AVI, MPG, MOV, RM,...

  • Page 58: Media Codec Information

    Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure Media Codec Information: Video Support: Codec Format Resolution MPEG-1 320 x 240 720 x 576 MPEG-2 720 x 576 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p M2TS 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p 1920 x 1080p...

  • Page 59: Maintenance Notice

    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 60 Cyclone MKV 2 Multimedia Enclosure CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for the compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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