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- Page 1 CS505 / CS510 HIGH DEFINITION NETWORK MEDIA PLAYER User Manual www.ziova.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Active Network Selection ..............Wired (Ethernet) Network Setup ............Wireless (802.11g) Network Setup ............ Windows Network (SMB) Settings ........... DVD Setup Options ................General Settings ................. Additional Setup Options ..............Firmware Updates ................ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 3 Appendix D: Glossary ................ Appendix E: Technical Specifications ..........Appendix F: Product Support, My Ziova .......... FCC Regulations ................EC Declarations of Conformity ............Warranty, Limitation of Liability ............Version 1.0 ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 4: Package Contents
2. Power Cord 3. Standard Composite A/V 3-in-1 cable (RCA connectors) 4. Cat.5-UTP Ethernet Network Cable (Straight Through) 5. Wireless Antenna 6. Remote Control with Batteries 7. This User Manual ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
It is recommended to disconnect this device during electrical storms • There are no user serviceable parts inside the player, all internal maintenance or servicing should be carried out by qualified service personnel authorized by Ziova • Do not insert objects into the ventilation slots on the player •... -
Page 6: Introduction
Sliceware. The Ziova ClearStream networked digital media player gives users multiple connectivity options in one unit: wireless networking, Ethernet wired networking, optical disc playback (CS505 model only) and a USB 2.0 connection. -
Page 7: Important Notes
Product specifications and features are subject to change without notice. • New enhancements are being added to the ClearStream firmware on a regular basis; the features of your player may differ slightly from those in this manual. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 8: Specifications
SMB support -- access Windows shares directly 6. USB 2.0 device Support (if the device appears as a mass storage device) (USB 1.0/1.1 not supported) USB Thumb Drives USB HDD Drives ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 9 Wireless 802.11g 14. TV Types NTSC (480i / 480p) PAL (576i / 576p) HDTV (720p50 / 720p60 / 1080i50 / 1080i60) New experimental feature WPA support may require a firmware update ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 10: Front And Rear Panel Layout (Cs505)
3. HDMI™ Digital A/V Output 8. Optical Digital Audio Output 4. CVBS Standard Composite 9. Analog 5.1ch Audio Output Video Output 10. IEC Power Input (~110-240V AC 50-60Hz) 5. S-VIDEO Output ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 11: Front And Rear Panel Layout (Cs510)
3. HDMI™ Digital A/V Output 8. Optical Digital Audio Output 4. CVBS Standard Composite 9. Analog 5.1ch Audio Output Video Output 10. IEC Power Input 5. S-VIDEO Output (~110-240V AC 50-60Hz) ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 12: Front Panel Display (Vfd)
You can also navigate the settings of the player (such as the video settings), without a display screen. This is very useful if you have accidentally set the player to a display mode that your display device does not support. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 13: Remote Control - Layout
27. Information 28. Rewind 29. Play / Pause 30. Forward 31. Chapter Back / Last Item 32. Chapter Forward / Next Item 33. Stop * - reserved for future use ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 14: Remote Control - Option Button
/ right or up / down to make the changes. Press ‘OK’ when done. Some of these functions can be accessed directly from the dedicated buttons on the remote control as well. e.g. Press the “Audio” button to toggle audio streams. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 15: Remote Control - Zooming, Panning, Navigation
The letters can also be used for a faster navigation method while in a file list. For example, you can press the number ‘8’ to move to the first file in a list that starts with the letter ‘T’. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 16: Remote Control - Text Entry, Info Button
The INFO button will also toggle the information that is displayed on the front panel display on most file types. For example, pressing the INFO button will toggle between displaying the filename being played, and the time counter. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 17: Connection Guide - Video Hdmi
Video modes that the HDMI output can support are dependent on what your screen reports as available. The player will query the screen to detect supported modes. To HDMI Input on Display Device ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 18 Video modes that the component output can support are PAL, NTSC, PAL Progressive Scan, NTSC Progressive Scan, 720p50, 720p60, 1080i50 and 1080i60. Please ensure that your screen supports the video mode you select. To Component Input on Display Device ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 19: Connection Guide - Video - S-Video And Composite
It gets its name from the fact that all the color and brightness video signals are combined and passed through a single cable. Composite output supports PAL and NTSC video modes only. To Composite Video Input on Display Device ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 20: Connection Guide - Audio - Digital Audio
To Digital Audio use either the COAX output with a Input on Digital 75 ohm coaxial digital audio cable, Amplifier or the OPTICAL output with an optical cable and a TOSLINK connector. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 21: Connection Guide - Audio - Analog Audio
This can be fed to a stereo amplifier or your television. When the media player is configured for stereo audio, use the connectors marked FR-L and FR-R to connect to your TV or amplifier’s Left and Right audio inputs. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 22: Connection Guide - Network
Some high definition media files may require greater bandwidth, and should be played via wired networking. If wireless networking reception is poor, you may need to reposition your wireless base station to achieve optimum media playback performance. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 23: Setting Up
“OK” on the remote. You will then be presented with the Settings screen. The “SETTINGS” menu allows you to set up all of the settings on the ClearStream. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 24: Language Setting
If you wish to discard your changes, or simply exit this menu, just press “exit” on the remote control, and your changes will be discarded. You will then be returned to the “SETTINGS” page. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 25: Audio Settings
When you have made your selections, highlight “Apply Settings” and press “ok” on the remote control. You will be returned to the previous menu. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 26: Video Settings And Supported Modes
If you cannot see a picture on your screen due to having selected a mode that your screen does not support, you can still navigate to this menu using the display on the front of the player. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 27 You can only change this option is only available if you are using the HDMI output port. When using the HDMI output port, the analog video outputs are disabled. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
- Page 28 If at any stage during this process you wish to discard your changes press the ‘exit’ button on the remote control. The player will ask you to confirm that you wish to discard your changes and take you back to the previous screen. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 29: Network Setup
If you wish, you can also enter the IP address manually. You can choose whether you wish to use the Wired or Wireless network. (To use a wireless network, you will need a wireless access point on your network) ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 30: Active Network Selection
If you change the Active Network Interface from Wired to Wireless, or Wireless to Wired, you will be required to restart your player. The player will prompt you for this. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 31: Wired (Ethernet) Network Setup
6. Configure your other network settings, Using the keys on your remote control, enter such as the Subnet Mask, Gateway and DNS your desired IP address. Server settings 7. Select “Apply Settings” to save. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 32: Wireless (802.11G) Network Setup
4. Highlight “WEP Key” and press “OK” A pop up window will appear. Enter your WEP key matching the one set at your wireless access point using the keys on your remote control. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 33 (SSID names are case sensitive). Use your remote keypad to enter the name and press ‘ok’ to save it. Press ‘exit’ to cancel. Select “Apply Settings” to save your settings. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 34: Windows Network (Smb) Settings
ClearStream that is unique on the network. This needs to be the same as your local network setting. (see next box) ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 35 On Windows 2000, XP etc, you will need to ensure that the “Guest” user account is active, and that the “Guest” user or “Everyone” has access to both the shares, files and folders that you wish to access on your computer. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 36: Dvd Setup Options
To set this key, highlight “Parental Key” and press “ok”. You will then have the ability to enter the override key. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 37 TV Type setting made in the “Video” settings section of the main settings menu. Set to “No” if you would like the player to just follow the TV Type setting. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 38: General Settings
If you press “exit” on the remote control at any time in this screen, you will exit this setup screen. If you have made any changes, you will be prompted to confirm that you wish to discard the changes before exiting. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 39: Additional Setup Options
Choose ‘yes’ to confirm. Please note that you can also perform the above steps using just the front panel display if your TV settings are incorrect and you cannot see the screen. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 40: Firmware Updates
The ClearStream has the ability to upgrade the firmware. These updates can be installed from disc (CS505 only), USB, network file or directly from Ziova via the Internet (with a working network and Internet connection). From the Firmware Update selection on the “SETTINGS” page, you can view the current firmware version, or perform the upgrade. -
Page 41: Using Your Clearstream
If you were to select music, then the player will display supported music related files when you browse through your sources. This is the same with the Videos and Pictures options. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 42: Music
• Windows Network Style Shares (SMB) • Web Radio (SHOUTcast) • Media Servers (UPnP) Using the arrow keys on the remote control, select your music source. (In this case, the CD/DVDROM drive was selected) ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 43 FreeDB servers. If the disc is listed, the track names will be displayed in place of the track numbers. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
- Page 44 6. You will be presented with some (e.g. Top 40), choose a station and details about the station. press “OK”. You can then add it to your favorites or play it. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
- Page 45 If you select the station, you will see information about the station and also have the ability to play it. You can also choose to remove the station from the list if you desire. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
- Page 46 If you are on an Internet plan with a set data download limit that involves excess charges or speed shaping please be aware of your limits when utilising these features. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 47: Videos
When playing a video file, you can do things such as seek, jump to a time position, zoom, pan etc. Please see the section on the remote control earlier in this manual for more details on zooming and panning, etc. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 48: Videos (Seek And Search Functions)
Please note that on first use of seek, search or step commands within a file will take longer to move to the new position as the file will be indexed. Subsequent use of these functions within the same file will be almost instantaneous. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 49: Pictures
When displaying pictures, you can zoom in and pan around a current picture. (Press pause to stop the slideshow) If you start music before viewing pictures, the music will continue during the slideshow. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 50: Extras
You will then be presented with the Weather Channel weather forecast. You can highlight “edit” and press “ok” to type in your location. You can also choose what measurement format you wish the readings to be displayed in. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 51: Upnp Media Servers
UPnP Media Servers By using your Ziova ClearStream High Definition Network DVD Player in conjunction with a UPnP media server, you can deliver more media content to your ClearStream than the player can play on its own. Depending on the UPnP server software you use, you can deliver additional streaming audio and video, transcode video formats that the ClearStream cannot natively support into a format it can play and gain access to additional functionality. -
Page 52: Upnp Media Server Browsing
Here, we chose to browse by folders. 5. Once you have browsed and selected the folder that you wish to play, choose your song and press “ok” to play it. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 53: Browsing Smb Network Shares
5. Browse the folder list, choose the file you wish to play, and press “OK” to play it. Make sure that files and shares are granted access to “Everyone”. You may need to enable the “Guest” account on Windows PCs. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 54: Usb Port
Please note that the NTFS support is experimental and there is no official support for it; use at your own risk. Please note that the USB port on the ClearStream supports USB 2.0 mass storage devices only. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 55: Appendix A Firmware Upgrades
• Do not turn the player off or press any buttons on the remote while the upgrade is taking place. • When the upgrade is finished the player will reboot and return to the main menu. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 56 Firmware Upgrade via CD (CS505 only) Download the upgrade CD image from “My Ziova” at www.ziova.com. Burn the disc as an image using your CD burning software. Below are the steps required to burn the disc image using Nero Burning Rom.
- Page 57 • Do not turn the player off or press any buttons on the remote while the upgrade is taking place. When the upgrade is finished the player will reboot and return to the main menu. Remove the upgrade disc from the player. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
- Page 58 To upgrade from PC you have to have the player connected to a network and have a computer with shares that the player can read from. • Download the firmware or the theme which you wish to install from the Ziova website.
- Page 59 To upgrade from USB you have to have a USB2 drive supported by the ClearStream and a copy of either the theme or firmware that you wish to upgrade to. • Download the firmware or the theme which you wish to install from the Ziova website.
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Page 60: Appendix B: Emergency Firmware Recovery
You will need a USB2 memory stick or similar that is known to work with the ClearStream player. Step 1 - Download the Recovery Image • Download the recovery image from “My Ziova” at www.ziova.com. • Copy the recovery files onto your memory stick, following the instructions included in the download. -
Page 61: Appendix C: Trouble Shooting (Help)
• Ensure that there is a ClearStream cannot obtain IP running server or device that address acts as a DHCP server if using the auto setting in the network settings page. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 62 • Ensure that the device USB device not found you are connecting is a “Mass Storage Device” • Non supported • Ensure that your device partition type is formatted as either FAT32 or NTFS ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 63: Appendix D Glossary
ISO 9660 is the file system format of a CD-ROM. An ISO file is an ‘image’ file that represents the contents of a CD-ROM. DVD information file containing details about chapters, titles and audio tracks. ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 64: Appendix E: Technical Specifications
• 802.11g Wireless (supporting up to 54Mbps transfer rate) • 10/100Mbps Ethernet port • DHCP assigned or Static IP addresses Wireless Security: • Hardware based WEP (wired Equivalent Privacy) • 64bit or 128bit WEP encryption • WPA encryption ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 65: Appendix F: Product Support, My Ziova
Knowledge Base for detailed instructions on specific topics, or lodge a support ticket and our helpdesk staff will assist you. Visit the Online Helpdesk at www.ziova.com/helpdesk Our website also offers a Community Forum, where you can discuss Ziova products, and get tips and advice from other Ziova customers. Visit the Community Forum at www.ziova.com/forum My Ziova My Ziova is a club for Ziova product owners. -
Page 66: Fcc Regulations
Notice: Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC ID: T3ACS505 / T3ACS510 ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... -
Page 67: Ec Declarations Of Conformity
ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation... - Page 68 ClearStream User Manual - Copyright © 2007, 2006 Ziova Corporation...
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Page 69: Warranty, Limitation Of Liability
Ziova Corporation warrants that the product is free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Ziova does not cover damage or failure due to misuse, abuse, faulty installation or modification. This warranty does not extend to defects resulting from normal wear and tear.