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"Pro HD" high definition player

AVeL Link Player

SRDVD-100U
User's Manual
Read the attached "Setup Guide" before using this product. Keep this
manual and "Setup Guide" in a secure place for future reference.
B-MANU200352-01 / Y-MANU200004-01

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  • Page 1: Avel Link Player

    "Pro HD" high definition player AVeL Link Player SRDVD-100U User's Manual Read the attached “Setup Guide” before using this product. Keep this manual and “Setup Guide” in a secure place for future reference. B-MANU200352-01 / Y-MANU200004-01...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Preparation Setup: Step by step instruction Playing Video/Audio Troubleshooting Others Functions of the AVeL Link Player ... 2 Important Safety Information ... 3 Precautions for Use... 9 Checking the Items in the Package ... 11 Checking the Operating Environment ... 12 Name of Each Part ...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Functions of the AVeL Link Player Important Safety Information Precautions for Use Checking the Items in the Package Checking the Operating Environment Name of Each Part p.11 p.12 p.13 １...

  • Page 4: Functions Of The Avel Link Player

    Functions of the AVeL Link Player The AVeL Link Player can be connected to a TV to play DVD-Videos as well as movies and other audio/video files stored in a network computer. Play videos, music and images stored in a computer or UHDL SERIES of I-O DATA DEVICE, INC.! You can play movies stored in a network computer or UHDL SERIES of I-O DATA DEVICE, INC.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information The following describes cautionary items that must be observed to prevent injury to the user or property damage, and to ensure the safe, correct use of this product. Be sure to observe the items described below when using your AVeL Link Player. Note that some instructions cover products in general, in addition to the AVeL Link Player manufactured by I-O DATA DEVICE, INC.
  • Page 6 If you have detected abnormal heat, smoke, noise or smell, immediately stop using the product. Disconnect Power In the event of an abnormality, turn off the power and Plug disconnect the power plug from the power socket. Continuing to use the product may result in electric shock or fire.
  • Page 7 Moving to a cooler place If the product is moved from a cold place to a warm place, bedewing may occur on the exterior surface of or inside Strictly the product. Continuing to use the product with dews Observe attached on the surface or internal parts may cause fire or electric shock.
  • Page 8 Touching the metal and other surfaces of the product. If abnormality is found in a metal or plastic part of the product after relocation, etc., turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the power socket. Continuing to use the product may result in electric shock or fire. Also, do not place any article around Disconnect the power socket, because it will obstruct quick disconnection of the power plug when necessary.
  • Page 9 Do not see the internal laser beam directly. Doing so may result in visual impairment. Never look into the internal mechanism. DANGER : VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. CAUTION : DVD NETWORK PLAYER IS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER, THIS PLAYER USES VISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED.

  • Page 10: Fcc Warning

    FCC Notices This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ・This device may not cause harmful interference. ・This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's Authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 11: Precautions For Use

    Precautions for Use ● Supported Video Formats (* The figures are peak values. As for the bit rate, both the CBR and VBR systems are supported.) Format MPEG-1,MPEG2-PS,MPEG2-TS DivX,XviD WMV9 * AVI files can be played only when they are interleaved. If a non-interleaved file is played, either video or audio will not be played properly.
  • Page 12 ● To remove soiling on the cabinet or operation panel, wipe the soiled area gently using a soft cloth. ● To remove stubborn stains, wipe with a cloth that has been moistened with water-diluted neutral detergent and wrung tightly, and then remove excess liquid using a dry cloth.

  • Page 13: Checking The Items In The Package

    Checking the Items in the Package Select the check boxes to confirm that all items are included in the package. Should you find any missing item, please contact our Support Center. AVeL Link Player (1) AV Cable (1) S/N（Serial number） S / N : M a c : Remote Controller (1)

  • Page 14: Checking The Operating Environment

    Checking the Operating Environment The types of computers that can be connected to the AVeL Link Player and supported operating environments are specified below. Check the model and operating environment of your computer once again. Types of computers that can communicate with the AVeL Link Player Supported models ●...

  • Page 15: Name Of Each Part

    Name of Each Part ● DVD Mode (Playback of DVD-Videos, Video CDs and Music CDs) (1) Power button (POWER) ⇒ Turn on/off the power (2) Alphanumeric input buttons ⇒ Enter numbers (3) Clear button (CLEAR) ⇒ Not used (4) Output switching button (TV MODE) ⇒...
  • Page 16 ● File Mode (Playback of Files in a Computer or Medium) (1) Power button (POWER) ⇒ Turn on/off the power (2) Alphanumeric input buttons ⇒ Enter alphabets and numbers (3) Clear button (CLEAR) ⇒ Delete one character (4) Output switching button (TV MODE) ⇒...
  • Page 17 ● Detail Explanation of the Remote Controller Button Turn on/off the power to the AVeL Link Player. When this button is off, it means the AVeL Link Player is in POWER the standby mode. Turn off the POWER button on the AVeL Link Player if the Link Player will not be used for a long period.
  • Page 18 Button Explanation Normally these buttons are used to move the cursor. The cursor is displayed in blue border or crosshatch. ↑（↓） In the file mode, pressing each button during continuous list playback will play the next (or previous) file. Normally these buttons are used to move the cursor. The cursor is displayed in red border or crosshatch. ←（→）...
  • Page 19 Button Explanation If multiple angle options are provided for the DVD to be played, this button can be used to switch the (17) ANGLE selected angle option. (18) TITLE Display the title menu of the DVD. (19) EJECT Open/close the tray. ●...
  • Page 20 Button Explanation You can specify the time or title/chapter and play (31) SEARCH the DVD from the specified position. (Both the title and chapter must be specified.) (32) RELOAD Refresh the files in a folder. Display the information of the DVD, music CD or other medium being played, or information of the repeat (33) INFO mode or other setting currently effective.

  • Page 21: Avel Link Player

    Playback mode： (Playing) Repeat： Front POWER button POWER lamp Rear AVeL Link Player Playback time： 00：00：00 （when a DVD or CD is played） Display (Paused) Data information: DTS Output destination: DVI NTSC PAL EJECT TRAY button Tray PREV (↑) button NEXT (↓) button STOP (HOME) button PAUSE/PLAY (RETURN)
  • Page 22 MEMO ２０...

  • Page 23: Preparation

    Preparation [1] Checking the Operating Environment [2] Preparing the Remote Controller [3] Connecting the AVeL Link Player [4] Installing AVeL Link Server [5] Checking the IP Address of the Computer [6] Setting the AVeL Link Player for the First Time P.22 P.23 P.24...

  • Page 24: Checking The Operating Environment

    [1] Checking the Operating Environment The setup will vary depending on the environment in which you will be using your AVeL Link Player. Select the applicable environment from the options explained below. Using the AVeL Link Player as a DVD/CD player When you want to connect the AVeL Link Player to a TV to view DVDs and CDs (no network connection) Using the AVeL Link Player to play the video, audio and image files stored in your computer via network (with DHCP server)

  • Page 25: Preparing The Remote Controller

    [2] Preparing the Remote Controller Set the batteries in the remote controller. １ Open the battery cover and set the batteries as shown below. Point! Always insert the batteries from the negative side first. Confirm that the negative and positive sides of the batteries match the marks on the remote controller.

  • Page 26: Connecting The Avel Link Player

    [3] Connecting the AVeL Link Player Tips ・The AVeL Link Player can also be connected to an AV amplifier. For details, refer to "Connecting Other Equipment" (p.75). ・For connection with USB equipment, refer to "Playing from a USB Equipment or DVD/CD Medium" (p.41). Go to the next page.
  • Page 27 Connecting via Wired LAN (without DHCP Server) Connect your computer to the AVeL Link Player using a LAN cable. Connecting via a hub To connect the AVeL Link Player via a hub, use the supplied LAN cable to connect the hub to the AVeL Link Player. LAN cable (sold separately) Connecting directly to the computer...

  • Page 28: Setup: [4] Installing Avel Link Server

    [4] Installing AVeL Link Server Install AVeL Link Server in the computer. AVeL Link Server let sends the content (videos, pictures and music) stored in the computer to the AVeL Link Server. Go to p.28 if your computer is running "Mac OS X". Turn on the power to the computer and start Windows.
  • Page 29 [4] Installing AVeL Link Server Click the Finish button. ４ Click. This completes the installation. Go to "[5] Checking the IP Address of the Computer" (p.29). ２７...
  • Page 30 Turn on the power to the computer. １ Set the support software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. ２ ⇒ The CD-ROM (SRDVD100Uxxx) icon will be displayed on the desktop (xxx indicates the version). Double-click SRDVD100Uxxx, double-click the MAC folder, and then double-click ３...

  • Page 31: Checking The Ip Address Of The Computer

    [5] Checking the IP Address of the Computer When the AVeL Link Player has been connected to a network without DHCP server, change the IP address of the AVeL Link Player to one that allows it to communicate with your computer. You must check the IP address of your computer before setting the IP address of the AVeL Link Player.

  • Page 32: Step By Step ・Windows Xp

    Log on to the computer as Administrator. １ Click the Start button. ２ Click Control Panel in the Start menu. Click Network and Internet Connections. When the Network and Internet ３ Connections window opens, click Network Connections. [1] Click. Right-click Local Area Connection, and then click Properties in the pop-up menu. ４...
  • Page 33 Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and ５ then click the Properties button. Check the settings for IP address and Subnet mask, and write them down in the ６ space provided below. If this option is selected, perform the following operations [1] Select Use the following IP address. [2] Enter the appropriate values in IP address and Subnet mask.

  • Page 34: Instruction ・Windows 2000

    Log on to Windows 2000 as Administrator. １ Click the Start button. ２ Click Control Panel in the Start menu. Right-click Local Area Connection, and then click Properties in the pop-up menu. ３ Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click the Properties button. ４...
  • Page 35 Check (write down) the settings for IP address and Subnet mask. ５ If this option is selected, perform the following operations [1] Select Use the following IP address. [2] Enter the appropriate values in IP address and Subnet mask. Be careful not to enter values that are already used by other equipment (other computer, etc.) on the network.

  • Page 36: Windows 98 Se

    Click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel, and then double-click the １ Networks icon. Double-click TCP/IP. ２ * If multiple adapters are available, double-click TCP/IP->xxxxxxxx (xxxxxxxx indicates the device name of the LAN adapter). Check (write down) the settings for IP address and Subnet mask. ３...

  • Page 37: Mac Os X

    Click Apple Menu, click System Preferences, and then double-click the Network １ icon. Click TCP/IP, and then check (write down) the settings for IP address and Subnet ２ mask. [1] Click. If the setting here is not Enter Manually, perform the following operations. [1] Select Enter manually under Setting mode.

  • Page 38: Setting The Avel Link Player For The First Time

    [6] Setting the AVeL Link Player for the First Time Setting the IP Address of the AVeL Link Player (without DHCP Server) Have the values checked in "[5] Checking the IP Address of the Computer" ready. １ * Check the values you wrote down on the following pages: - Windows XP ··················...
  • Page 39 Select IP Setup, and then press the ENTER button. ４ Select Switch to Manual, and then press the ENTER button. ５ Select. Select. [1] Press. [2] Press. ３７...
  • Page 40 Enter the IP Address and Subnet Mask by referring to the values you have checked ６ select the Save button, and then press the ENTER button. * Refer to the values you wrote down on p.31 (Windows XP), p.33 (Windows 2000), p.34 (Windows 98), or p.35 (Mac OS X).

  • Page 41: Playing Video/Audio

    Playing Video/Audio Playing a DVD-Video, Video CD or Music CD Playing from a USB Equipment or DVD/CD Medium Playing a File in the Computer How to play a copy protected file by DRM (Digital Rights Management) Enjoy Online Contents p.40 p.41 p.43 p.48...

  • Page 42: Playing A Dvd-Video, Video Cd Or Music Cd

    Playing a DVD-Video, Video CD or Music CD The following describes how to play a DVD-Video, video CD or music CD. Open the tray and set the medium you want to play. １ To open the tray, press the EJECT button on the remote controller or EJECT TRAY button on the AVeL Link Player.

  • Page 43: Playing From A Usb Equipment Or Dvd/Cd Medium

    Playing from a USB Equipment or DVD/CD Medium The following describes how to play a file stored in the USB equipment or DVD/CD medium connected to the AVeL Link Player. Set the USB equipment or DVD/CD medium you want to play from. １...
  • Page 44 Select the source you want to play from, and then press the ENTER button on the ２ remote controller. Select the data you want to play, and ４ then press the ENTER button on the remote controller. You can play all displayed data (continuous playback) by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button on the remote controller.

  • Page 45: Playing A File In The Computer

    Playing a File in the Computer The AVeL Link Player can play movies, pictures and music stored in the computer (server). Playing a file on AVel Link Server Playback of content from DLNA server ４３ Refer to p.44 Refer to p.47...
  • Page 46 Playing a file on AVel Link Server Start AVeL Link Server on the computer. １ Click Start, point to (All) Programs, point to AVeL Link Server, and then click AVeL Link Server. Alternatively, double-click the AVeL Link Server shortcut icon on the desktop. * For details on how to use AVeL Link Server, refer to "Reference on AVeL Link Server"...
  • Page 47 Turn on the power to the AVeL Link Player. ３ * It will take several seconds for the AVeL Link Player to power up. Select the server storing the data you want to play. ４ Select the server storing the data you want to play, and then press the ENTER button on the remote controller.

  • Page 48: Playing Music

    Play the data. ６ Select the data you want to play, and then press the ENTER button on the remote controller. ⇒ The data will be played. Different ways to play data Tips You can select desired data to play the data. When Continuous or Slide Show is selected, the data stored in the selected folder will be played sequentially.
  • Page 49 Playback of content from DLNA server Start DLNA server on the computer. １ * Please read manual of DLNA Server software or inquire the manufacture of DLNA Server software about set-up of DLNA Server software. Register the desired file to DLNA server. ２...

  • Page 50: How To Play A Copy Protected File By Drm (Digital Rights Management)

    How to play a copy protected file by DRM If you move your digital music and movie files which are protected by DRM, you need to update or install your software. Please update and install following software. ・Windows Media Player 10 ・Windows Media Connect [ Install ] Windows Media We really recommend you to install Windows Media...
  • Page 51 Windows Media You need to run Windows Media ® Media Connect and LinkPlayer. [ Status ] Device If your setting is correct, you may see the following window on starting. [ Status ] Setting Setting menu allows you to turn on/off the auto-start & stop/start the sharing. ®...

  • Page 52: Enjoy Online Contents

    Enjoy Online Contents You can access and enjoy online contents via "AVeL LinkPlayer". Turn on the power to the AVeL Link Player. １ * It will take several seconds to power up. Select "Online Premium Contents" and press "Enter" on your remote controller. ２...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting p.52 ５１...

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Is the power cable connected to the The AVeL Link Player does power socket? not power up. Is the power cable connected to the AVeL Link Player? Aren't the batteries in the remote The remote controller does not controller low? work.
  • Page 55 Problem A video file cannot be played The file format is not supported. correctly. If the problem file is an AVI file, check if the file is "interleaved." It takes some time for the If there is no network connection, the screen to be displayed after screen will not be displayed promptly the power to the AVeL Link...
  • Page 56 Problem Cause/Point to check Music files are not classified The files were added or deleted by "album," "singer" and while AVeL Link Server was "category." still not started. The data is inside the Watch Folder. The files don't have ID3 tag information.
  • Page 57 When the AVeL Link Player Cannot Connect to a Server (Computer) If no server is displayed in the AVeL Link Player menu, or when selecting a displayed server with the ENTER button on the remote controller will show the message "Cannot connect to the specified server" or "Log in later," check the items listed below. First, check on the computer and AVeL Link Player if the network connection is established properly.
  • Page 58 ２ Take the necessary action according to the network connection status. When Network Connection is Not Established ● Poor cable contact Disconnect the cables from the LAN jack, hub/router cable jack and computer cable jack located on the back of the AVeL Link Player, and then connect the cables again.

  • Page 59: Others

    Others Reference on AVeL Link Server Reference on AVeL Link Advanced Server Reference on AVeL Link Player Screens Connecting Other Equipment Using I-O DATA Hard Disk Drive(UHDL SERIES) Updating the Firmware Content of the CD-ROM Uninstalling AVeL Link Server Specifications p.58 p.65 p.70...

  • Page 60: Reference On Avel Link Server

    Reference on AVeL Link Server Go to p. AVeL Link Server lets you register the movies, pictures and music stored in the computer, specify the background music for playing pictures, and specify the background for playing music. ● Starting AVeL Link Server Click Start, point to (All) Programs, point to AVeL Link Server, and then click AVeL １...
  • Page 61 ● Displaying a Photo / Picture Click the PHOTO button. １ ⇒ The registered photo data (folder) will be displayed. You can play music during a slide show. Select a desired music folder from Play List. Also specify a desired slide display interval. Click.
  • Page 62 ● Setting AVeL Link Server You can set various options in AVeL Link Server. Click Edit, and the click Preferences. １ ■ General ● System The information regarding AVeL Link Server is displayed. You can also set the port you want to use. ●...
  • Page 63 ● MAC Address Set this option if you want to limit the Mac address. ■ Video ● Default Library Specify the folder in which movie/video data are stored. ● Watch Folder You can add a folder different from the one specified above. Selecting this box will permit access only by the AVeL Link Player of a registered Mac address.
  • Page 64 ■ Photo Specify the folder in which picture data are stored. ■ Music ● Default Library Specify the folder in which music data are stored. Revert to the default folder ● Watch Folder You can add a folder different from the one specified above. * The files in this folder will not be classified based on ID3 tag information.
  • Page 65 ■ Language Specify the language to be used in AVeL Link Server. You need not change the default setting . ■ Theme Specify the screen theme. (Only "avellink" can be selected.) ６３...

  • Page 66: Mac Os X

    AVeL Link Server lets you manage the content (movies, pictures and music) stored in the computer. Transfer the movie, picture and music data you want to play into the following folders, respectively: ● Movies---- Copy the files to the movie folder ●...

  • Page 67: Reference On Avel Link Advanced Server

    Reference on AVeL Link Advanced Server AVeL Link Advanced Server support to playback any data, which is played on Windows Media Player, by I-O DATA original Direct-Show-Filter (realtime software transcoding to MPEG2). It has more compatibility with I-O DATA video products, for example, XVD capture card (GV-XVD/PCI(U)).
  • Page 68 ● Start Advanced Server In order to start Advanced Server, you need to double-click a shortcut icon or choose it from START menu. Your task bar will show the Advanced Server icon. And then right-click this icon and choose a "Setup AVeL Link Advanced Server(S)...", then you can see this setup window.
  • Page 69 ● Function2: Real-Time Transcoding System Required: Higher - CPU: Pentium 4 2.4GHz or faster (3GHz Recommend) - Memory: 256MB or over LinkPlayer supports major codec files (DivX, MPEG, WMV...). However a lot of codec files are exist in a market. You might use a Windows Media Player with some codecs, if so, this functions should help you to enjoy more! You don't need anymore transcoding to playback by LinkPlayer.
  • Page 70 Reference on AVeL Link Advanced Server ● Function3: Add newer file extension name ■ Case1: Just new file name If you want to add just a new file extension name (based LinkPlayer supports your target codec), you need to add just it in a "server-config"...

  • Page 71: Other Information

    ■ Case2: New file name & Transcoding NOTICE BEFORE: This function means transcoding. So your computer needs high speed CPU. Please check Function2 required spec. If you want to add LinkPlayer unsupported file and transcode a new code (available on Windows Media Player), you need to add just it in a "server-config"...

  • Page 72: Reference On Avel Link Player Screens

    Reference on AVeL Link Player Screens The following describes the initial TV screen (having the New, Edit and Delete buttons), which will be displayed when the power to the AVeL Link Player is turned on. ● NEW You can manually add a server (computer) you want to connect.
  • Page 73 You can set the various options regarding the AVeL Link Player. Display the Setup screen by pressing the SETUP button on the remote controller. ■ Options You can set the options listed below in accordance with the operating environment of your AVeL Link Player. When all the necessary options are set, move the cursor to Save, and then press the ENTER button on the remote controller.
  • Page 74 ● Drive Speed The setting for DVD drive speed of AVeL Link Player. To set "Slow" or "Very slow" reduce noise from DVD Drive. * To change the mode is not affected neither DVD video playback nor CD/DVD media playback. ●...

  • Page 75: Time Setup

    ■ Time Setup This function is not used in the AVeL Link Player (there is no need to set time). ■ FW Update You can update the firmware. * The AVeL Link Player must be able to connect to the Internet. ●...

  • Page 76: Dvd Setup

    ■ DVD Setup ● VCD PBC You can set the playback control function for video CDs. If On is selected, a menu will be displayed when a video CD is played. ● DVD Parental Level You can set the system not to play DVD-Videos that contain any violence or adult materials you don't want your children to see.

  • Page 77: Connecting Other Equipment

    Connecting Other Equipment AVeL Link Player ７５ Connecting an AV Amplifier Coaxial cable (sold separately) Optical cable (sold separately) To coaxial digital input terminal of an AV amplifier with built-in decoder, etc. To optical digital input terminal of an AV amplifier with built-in decoder, etc.

  • Page 78: Using I-O Data Hard Disk Drive(Uhdl Series)

    Using I-O DATA Hard Disk Drive(UHDL SERIES) The AVeL Link Player can play data in the I-O DATA Hard Disk Drive (UHDL SERIES manufactured by I-O DATA DEVICE, INC.) connected via network. The playback procedure is described below. Also refer to the user's manual for your UHDL SERIES for the connection, setting and other operations relating to the UHDL SERIES.
  • Page 79 ４ Select UHDL SERIES, and then press the ENTER button on the remote controller. ５ Select VIDEO, MUSIC or PHOTO, and then press the ENTER button on the remote controller. Play video, music or picture data. ７７...

  • Page 80: Updating The Firmware

    Updating the Firmware The following describes how to update the firmware of the AVeL Link Player. * The AVeL Link Player must be able to connect to the Internet. Powering Up the AVeL Link Player Press the POWER button on the AVeL Link Player. １...

  • Page 81: Content Of The Cd-Rom

    Content of the CD-ROM AVeL Link Advanced Server AVeL Link Server Uninstalling AVeL Link Server The following describes how to uninstall the support software you have installed in your computer. ● Windows Click Start, point to (All) Programs, point to AVeL Link Server, and then click １...

  • Page 82: Specifications

    Specifications Supported media DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW, CD-R/RW Supported media formats DVD-VIDEO, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-DA, VIDEO-CD Network (wired) Conforming standards Communication speed Connector USB host Interface USB specification Number of connector / connector shape USB BUS power Supported devices Supported file systems Output terminal Component Video Out 1 (480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i) S-Video Out Composite Video Out...
  • Page 83 ● Other company names and product names mentioned in this document may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged. SRDVD-100U User's Manual 3-10 Sakurada-machi, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa-ken 920-8512 Japan © 2005 I-O DATA DEVICE, INC. All rights reserved.

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