NETGEAR EVA700 User Manual
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- Page 1 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10074-01 April 2006...
- Page 2 © 2006 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks NETGEAR is a trademark of Netgear, Inc. Intel and Viiv are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Media Player are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
- Page 3 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
- Page 4 Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR Digital Entertainer EVA700 has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions.
- Page 5 Software; (f) use, copy or distribute the Software without NETGEARís written authorization, excepting 1 copy for archival or backup purposes only; or (g) use the Software or the NETGEAR Digital Entertainer EVA700 for commercial use. YOU MAY NOT (AND MAY NOT ALLOW A THIRD PARTY...
- Page 6 Should you have any questions relating to this Agreement, or if you desire to contact NETGEAR for any reason, please call 1-888-NETGEAR.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents About This Manual ix Conventions, Formats, and Scope ................1-ix How to Print the PDF of This Manual ................1-x Chapter 1 Installing Your Digital Entertainer Package Contents ......................1-1 Front Panel ........................1-2 Rear Panel ........................1-2 Remote Control ......................1-4 Installation ........................1-4 Connecting the Media Player ..................1-5 Installing Software with a Windows XP Computer ............1-7 Setting up the Media Player ..................1-8... - Page 8 Media Player Setup Menu ....................3-3 Advanced .........................3-3 IP Config ........................3-4 WiFi Setup ........................3-5 Wireless Networks ....................3-6 Firmware ........................3-8 Restoring Factory Settings ..................3-8 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting No Television Display or Poor Display ................4-1 Connecting to the Media Player ..................4-2 Windows Media Connect Firewall Conflict ..............4-2 Physical Connectivity ......................4-3 Ethernet Link ......................4-3 Wireless Link ......................4-3...
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Page 9: About This Manual
About This Manual The Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual describes how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the NETGEAR ® digital entertainer. The information in this manual is intended for readers with basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following sections. -
Page 10: How To Print The Pdf Of This Manual
A printed manual ships with this product. This manual is also provided in PDF format on the NETGEAR CD. You can print a chapter, or the full manual, according to your needs. Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in order to view and print PDF files. - Page 11 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual – Click the print icon in the upper left of the window. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper and toner by selecting this feature.
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Page 13: Installing Your Digital Entertainer
Application Notes and other helpful information. • Warranty and Support Information card. If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the digital entertainer for repair. -
Page 14: Front Panel
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual Front Panel The front panel of the digital entertainer has an LED that shows when it is turned on. It also has a USB port and a jack to connect headphones. USB port Power... - Page 15 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual The table below describes the connections on the rear panel when viewed from left to right. Table 1-1. Rear Panel Connectors Connector Description Wireless antennas The digital entertainer includes two wireless antennas. SCART This cable is widely used in Europe and Australia.
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Page 16: Remote Control
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual Remote Control Use the remote control to navigate menus, and to select and to watch videos, listen to music, or view photos on your television. The table below describes the remote control buttons. Table 1-1.Remote Control buttons... -
Page 17: Connecting The Media Player
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual 2. Use the NETGEAR CD to install the software. • For Windows XP computers, see “Installing Software with a Windows XP Computer” on page 1-7. • For Intel Viiv computers, see “Installing Software with a Viiv Computer”... - Page 18 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual 2. For composite video, connect the supplied video cable and audio cable to the Composite Video and Stereo Audio ports on the back of the digital entertainer. Composite Video S/PDIF Stereo Audio S-Video Component Video...
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Page 19: Installing Software With A Windows Xp Computer
Follow these steps to install the Media Server software on a Windows XP computer. 1. Go to a computer that is on the network and log in as needed. 2. Insert the NETGEAR CD into the CD drive on the computer. The main page loads. need screen shot of CD main page... -
Page 20: Setting Up The Media Player
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual 3. Select Install Software and click Next. 4. Follow the wizard steps to install the software. 5. When prompted, click Next to install Windows Media Connect. Figure 1-6 6. Follow the wizard steps, and click Finish when you are done. -
Page 21: Installing Software With A Viiv Computer
Server software onto a Viiv computer. 1. Power on your computer and log in as needed. 2. Insert the NETGEAR CD into the CD drive on the computer. 3. If you are prompted to update your computer to Viiv version 1.5, click yes and follow the onscreen instructions. -
Page 22: Adding The Media Player To The Viiv Network
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual The main Settings screen appears. Figure 1-8 Adding the Media Player to the Viiv Network The media player must be added to the Viiv network. 1. Turn on the digital entertainer and the television. -
Page 23: Setting Up A Media Library
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual Setting up a Media Library To set up a media library, use the update screen shown below: Figure 1-9 1. Choose Standard Update or Custom Update, depending on where you store your media files. - Page 24 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual 3. Go to the digital entertainer, and use the remote control to select and play your media. Note: For more information about working with Viiv, see the Intel help and documentation. 1-12 Installing Your Digital Entertainer...
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Page 25: Videos, Pictures, And Music
• Microsoft Windows Media Audio version 1 and version 2 (WMA) • Microsoft Windows Media Audio Professional (WMA Pro) The media server software is installed from the NETGEAR CD as described in Chapter 1, “Installing Your Digital Entertainer”. v1.0, April 2006... -
Page 26: Watching Videos
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual Watching Videos The digital entertainer finds the media files on your computer’s hard disk, on other computers, external hard drives, or other storage devices on the network. To watch a video, follow the steps below. -
Page 27: Playing Music
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual • Slideshow: View all photographs in a selected folder. The media player automatically displays one photo after the other. To adjust the length of time each picture is shown for a Slideshow, see “Advanced” on page 3-3. -
Page 28: Playing Music From The Internet
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual 3. Select the music that you want to play. Playing Music from the Internet You can use the digital entertainer to play Internet radio stations such as vTuner. To play an Internet Radio station: 1. -
Page 29: Media Library And Digital Entertainer Settings
For the digital entertainer, use the digital entertainer setup menu. See “Media Player Setup Menu” on page 3-3. Windows Media Connect Software For Windows XP computers, the NETGEAR CD installs Windows Media Connect software. You can use it to manage your media library in two ways: •... -
Page 30: Viiv Computer Settings
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual By default, Windows Media Connect is set to share the folders My Music and My Pictures. If there is a My Video folder it is also shared. Note: To stop sharing for a folder, remove it from the list of shared folders. -
Page 31: Updating The Media Library
On the Viiv computer, click update media library on the Settings screen. Media Player Setup Menu The NETGEAR Digital Entertainer EVA700 has a Setup menu that can be displayed on the television screen. You can use this menu to go to the following screens: •... -
Page 32: Ip Config
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual 1. Press Menu on the remote control. The Setup button on your television screen is automatically selected. 2. Select Advanced to go to the Advanced menu. 3. Use the remote control to change the settings. -
Page 33: Wifi Setup
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual At the bottom of the television display there are three buttons: Save, Cancel, and Switch to Manual. You can use Switch to Manual to specify the IP address. Switch to Manual (Static IP Address) If your network does not use DHCP, then you must set the IP Address for the media player to be in the correct subnet range for your network. -
Page 34: Wireless Networks
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual 2. Use the remote control to select WIFI at the top of your television screen. The screen shows Now Using: Wireless network. The drop-down list shows the network currently in use. 3. Use the onscreen Select button to display all available networks, and to choose the one that you want. - Page 35 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual • Aquariums or large fish tanks • 2.4 GHz Cordless phones In general, 802.11g wireless equipment can communicate through walls. However, if the walls are made of concrete, or have metal, or metal mesh, the 802.11g effective range will decrease if such materials are between the media...
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Page 36: Firmware
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual Firmware You can view the firmware version and check for updates, even if your computer is not running. The digital entertainer uses your network router to access the Internet. Follow the steps below to check for product updates. - Page 37 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual 3. On the Advanced menu screen, select Restore Factory Settings at the bottom of the screen. Media Library and Digital Entertainer Settings v1.0, April 2006...
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Page 39: Troubleshooting
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This chapter gives information about troubleshooting your digital entertainer. No Television Display or Poor Display Note: If the TV Mode that you are using is not the right one for your television, you may not be able to see the menus on the television. To fix this problem, push TV Mode on the remote control. -
Page 40: Connecting To The Media Player
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual Connecting to the Media Player Here are some tips for correcting simple problems that may prevent you from connecting to the digital entertainer. Problem Recommended Action The digital entertainer Check the LED on the front panel of the digital entertainer to does not respond to the make sure the power is on. -
Page 41: Physical Connectivity
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual For security reasons it is better to open the ports only for your private and auto IP addresses. For more information, see the Microsoft website at http://www.microsoft.com. Physical Connectivity Ethernet Link The digital entertainer uses Auto Uplink technology (also called Auto MDI/MDI- X). -
Page 42: Ip Address
Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual For detailed information about wireless networks, see the link to this topic listed in “Wireless Communications:” in Appendix B. IP Address If the digital entertainer does not receive a valid IP address, try the following: •... -
Page 43: Playing Media
1. From the Windows toolbar, click on the Start button and select Run. 2. In the field provided, type ping followed by the IP address of the EVA700. Displaying the IP address is described in “IP Config” on page 3-4. - Page 44 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual Troubleshooting v1.0, April 2006...
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Page 45: Default Settings And Technical Specifications
Appendix A Default Settings and Technical Specifications This appendix describes the default settings and technical specifications for the digital entertainer. Default Settings Technical Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility Data and Routing Protocols: TCP/IP, DHCP Power Adapter North America: 120V, 60 Hz, input United Kingdom, Australia: 240V, 50 Hz, input Europe:... - Page 46 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual VCCI Class B EN 55 022 (CISPR 22), Class B C-Tick N10947 Interface Specifications LAN: 10BASE-T or 100BASE-Tx, RJ-45 WLAN: 802.11b/g compatible (DAVE700) 802.11/b/g compatible with RangeMax technology (DAVEPN700) Wireless Radio Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps...
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Page 47: Appendix B Related Documents
Appendix B Related Documents This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Link Internet Networking and http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm TCP/IP Addressing: Wireless http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm Communications: Preparing a Computer for http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm... - Page 48 Digital Entertainer Model EVA700 User Manual Related Documents v1.0, April 2006...
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