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Buffalo LinkTheater PC–P3LWG/DVD User Manual

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  • Page 1 PC–P3L WG/DVD...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information ..........3 Introduction .

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Using this Safety Guide In order to use this guide correctly, the meaning of the notations and symbols used are described below. Notations and Symbols Caution Mark Items to which you must pay attention when handling the product. Failure to Caution follow this mark may result in personal injury and/or damage the equipment.
  • Page 4 Danger When handling batteries Do not disassemble or remodel. Do not place a metal wire between the + and – pads. Do not carry with a hairpin or necklace. Prohibited Do not place in the fire or overheat. Do not pierce with a nail, hit with a hammer or stamp down. Or heat will be generated and the battery will ignite and explode.
  • Page 5 A small child should only use the LinkTheater under supervision of an adult. Strongly Recommended Do not handle the equipment with wet hands. This may result in electric shock if the LinkTheater is connected to the AC power supply. Even when connected it may cause internal damage to the LinkTheater. Strongly Recommended If you see smoke or there is a strange smell or sound, remove the plug from the AC power...
  • Page 6 Buffalo will not be held responsible for loss or corruption of hard disk data. Please remove any dust or dirt from the head of the connectors and do not touch with your hands.
  • Page 7 Regularly clean the lens. Dust and cigarette smoke may adhere to the lens causing poor reading quality or may prevent Strongly writing to the media Use a cleaning kit to clean the lens regularly. Recommended Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners. Use a soft cloth when cleaning the LinkTheater.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Audio: MP3, WMA, WAV, OGG Vorbis, AIFF, PLS, M3U Prepare to experience one of the most versatile, highest quality media players available. Buffalo Technology’s LinkTheater will provide seamless access to your multimedia archives. High-Definition: The LinkTheater supports playback on high-definition displays. If a high-definition display is being used, all of the media file playback is automatically upconverted to high-definition (720p or 1080i).

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Package Contents The LinkTheater package should include the following items. If any items are missing contact your retailer or reseller: LinkTheater - 1 Remote Control - 1 AAA Batteries - 2 CD-ROM - 1 Power Cable - 1 Manual (This Guide) - 1 Warranty Card Ethernet Cable - 1 AV (Composite Cables) - 1...

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Remote Control Open/Close Power 1. Power Button 2. Open/Close Button Info 3. Info Button Setup 8. Ten Key Buttons 4. Setup Button Refresh 5. Refresh Clear CAPS/NUMS 6. TV Mode 9. CAPS/NUM Button 7. Clear Button Video Music Photo 10. Photo Button 11.
  • Page 11 Remote Control 1. Power Button – Turns the LinkTheater on and off. 17. Home Button – Returns the LinkTheater to the 2. Open/Close Button – Opens and Closes the Log In/Home menu LinkTheater’s DVD Drive Door 18. Return Button – Returns the display to the previ- 3.

  • Page 12: Hardware Diagrams

    Hardware Diagrams Front Panel Power Button DVD Drive Display USB 2.0 Port External Antenna Connector Eject Button AOSS Button Stop Button Skip Back Button Skip Forward Button Play/Pause Button LED Display VCD Playback JPEG Playback CD Playback MPEG-4 Playback USB Playback Audio Playback DVD Playback WMV Playback...

  • Page 13: Connecting Linktheater To The Display

    Connecting LinkTheater to the Display Please follow the illustrations below to connect LinkTheater to the display. There are three methods of connecting video and three methods of connecting audio. LinkTheater came with a Composite (RCA) cable that will connect LinkTheater to a display. If you prefer to utilize other connectors, please purchase the proper cables and install them following the diagrams below.
  • Page 14 Setup Using Component Video: TV Mode: The default TV Mode will not work when connecting the LinkTheater via Component Video. The next section will cover how to get your display working with Component Video cables. Component Video Cable (G) (B) (R) (B) (G) (W) (R) (W) (R)

  • Page 15: Configuring Linktheater Settings

    Power button on the front of LinkTheater or press the ‘POWER’ button on the remote control. The LED Display should light up immediately and say BUFFALO. If it does not, please check that LinkTheater is plugged into a working power outlet and that the batteries in the remote control are good and installed correctly.
  • Page 16 Each setup page contains settings for different LinkTheater functionality. Please read through the five setup page summaries: Option Settings Menu Screen Saver – Specify the amount of time required before LinkTheater begins displaying its default screen saver. Certain displays or TVs can burn-in if the same image is left on for too long. The screen saver helps protect the display or TV from this burn-in.
  • Page 17 This option requires a network connection that connects to the Internet. Only apply firmware updates if you have been told to do so by Buffalo Technology’s Technical Support or are positive that a firmware update is required.
  • Page 18 Available – Provides a list of wireless networks available in the area. Only access points or wireless routers that broadcast SSIDs will be displayed here. Once you select the proper wireless network, press the ‘Select’ button. SSID – This field displays the SSID that LinkTheater is specified to connect to. SSIDs can be manually inputted here in the event that they are hidden.

  • Page 19: Using Aoss

    The LinkTheater has an MC Card antenna connector on it. Thus, any antenna with an MC Card connector on it will work with the LinkTheater. For best fit and finish, Buffalo Technology’s indoor antennas are recommended. Please visit the Buffalo Technology Web Site (http://www.buffalotech.com) for more information regarding Buffalo Technology antennas.

  • Page 20: Standard Controls / Important Tips

    Standard Controls and Important Tips (MUST READ) Operating the LinkTheater is generally an easy task. However, due to the extensive feature set, there are some common usage tips that are extremely helpful. Please read through the list of tips as it will make operating the LinkTheater much easier: At any menu screen, pressing the ‘HOME’...

  • Page 21: The Log In Screen

    The Log In Screen The Log In screen is the screen LinkTheater defaults to after start up. It is also the only screen that gives you access to all of your computers and devices. If at any time you wish to return to the Log In screen, press the ‘HOME’...

  • Page 22: Dvd/Vcd Playback

    DVD/VCD Playback DVD or VCD playback on LinkTheater is very easy, it’s much like a stand-alone DVD player. There are two ways to begin DVD or VCD playback: 1) If ‘Auto Play’ is turned on in the DVD Settings Menu then just inserting a DVD or VCD will begin playback.

  • Page 23: Dvd/Cd File Playback

    DVD/CD File Playback The DVD Drive inside of LinkTheater can also be used for playing back a variety of multimedia files. The supported disc media are as follows: CD-ROM CD-R CD-RW DVD-ROM DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW If you have a data CD or DVD that is one of the above media standards, then it can be inserted into LinkTheater’s DVD Drive and accessed.
  • Page 24 Photo Playback Press the ‘ENTER’ button to display a photo on LinkTheater. Press the ‘PLAY’ button to play all of the photo files in that directory as a slide show. During the slide show the ‘PAUSE’ button can be used to stop a slide show (the ‘PLAY’ button will resume the slide show).

  • Page 25: Usb Device Playback

    USB Device Playback The USB 2.0 Port on the LinkTheater can be used for media playback. Several USB devices can be used for media playback including the following: USB Hard Drive Memory Stick USB Keychain Multi-Card Memory Reader USB Digital Camera NOTE: Other USB devices may work as well.
  • Page 26 Photo Playback Press the ‘ENTER’ button to display a photo on LinkTheater. Press the ‘PLAY’ button to play all of the photo files in that directory as a slide show. During the slide show the ‘PAUSE’ button can be used to stop a slide show (the ‘PLAY’ button will resume the slide show).

  • Page 27: Pc Playback

    PC Playback To playback files from your PC on your LinkTheater you must install Buffalo’s LinkTheater PC Software or use Microsoft’s Windows Media Connect Software. Buffalo recommends using Buffalo’s LinkTheater PC Software for the best playback experience. Windows Media Connect will be required for DRM (Digital Right’s Management) protected/copyrighted media.
  • Page 28 Accept the user license agreement by reading the entire license agreement, selecting the ‘I accept the agreement’ bullet, and pressing the ‘Next’ button. Read the information and press the ‘Next’ button to continue. Select the installation directory. The default installation directory is recommended, but if you require a special installation location, please type it in the field or search for it via the ‘Browse’...
  • Page 29 Select the additional tasks from the list. It is recommended to leave the default settings the way they are. Press the ‘Next’ button to accept the additional tasks. Confirm that the installation information is correct and then press the ‘Install’ button. The installation task will take a few moments.

  • Page 30: Configuring The Linktheater Software

    Configuring the LinkTheater Software The LinkTheater software should be running on your PC at this point. It will run in the system tray and can be configured by double clicking on its icon. Once the LinkTheater PC Software is visible on your screen, use the pull down menu to select ‘Edit’...
  • Page 31 The ‘MAC Address’ tab allows you to specify which LinkTheater can see the specific PC; this is an advanced feature that is not required in most homes. If there are multiple LinkTheaters on your network and you wish to only stream information from this PC to one specific LinkTheater, then please enter the MAC Address of the specific LinkTheater into the MAC Address list by pressing the ‘+’...
  • Page 32 Photo The Photo preference menu instructs the LinkTheater PC Software on how to handle photo/image files on your PC. Press the ‘Browse’ button to setup a ‘Photo Library’. This library will be the folder on this PC that will be accessible by LinkTheater. The ‘Select photo scale’...
  • Page 33 Video The video screen will now be configured with the videos available from your library and watch folders. By clicking on the check box that says ‘Play files randomly’, LinkTheater will play all of the video files in your library and watch folders randomly. The option to manually convert a non-playable Div3 file to DivX is also available.

  • Page 34: Linktheater Pc Software Playback

    LinkTheater PC Software Playback Using Buffalo’s LinkTheater PC Software provides for the richest, most feature-filled media playback. Now that the LinkTheater PC Software is installed and running, you will be able to stream back any files that are inside the library or watch folders.
  • Page 35 Photo Playback Press the ‘ENTER’ button to display a photo on LinkTheater. Press the ‘PLAY’ button to play all of the photo files in that directory as a slide show. During the slide show the ‘PAUSE’ button can be used to stop a slide show (the ‘PLAY’ button will resume the slide show).
  • Page 36 Internet The Internet portion of the PC Software allows you to do a number of different things. The PC with the LinkTheater PC Software installed on it will need to be connected to the internet for these features to work properly.

  • Page 37: Windows Media Connect Setup

    Windows Media Connect Setup Windows Media Connect is available only on Windows XP systems. It’s Microsoft’s software that streams multimedia content to devices like LinkTheater. Currently it is the only way to transmit DRM (Digital Right’s Management) protected multimedia files from a PC to a device like LinkTheater. If you do not own any DRM protected multimedia files then setting up Windows Media Connect is not necessary.
  • Page 38 The device will then be added to the list of support devices. Your Windows XP machine can now stream media to LinkTheater. Press on the ‘Sharing’ tab to the left Press the ‘Add’ button to specify a folder to share to LinkTheater. Browse to a folder that contains data you would like to share with LinkTheater by pressing the ‘Browse’...

  • Page 39: Windows Media Connect Playback

    Windows Media Connect Playback Now that Windows Media Connect is installed on your Windows XP PC(s), you can access media files that reside in the Windows Media Connect shared folders. Access your Windows Media Connect PC by pressing the ‘HOME’ button on the remote control.

  • Page 40: Linkstation Compatibility With Linktheater

    Buffalo’s LinkStation – Network Storage Center can easily playback files contained on it to LinkTheater. If you do not have a Buffalo LinkStation or do not wish to playback files from your Buffalo LinkStation, then please skip to the next section.
  • Page 41 Once the POWER lamp becomes solid, LinkStation has successfully restarted. Insert the Buffalo LinkTheater CD into a PC’s CD-ROM or DVD- ROM drive. The CD will auto-launch and bring up an on-screen menu. If the CD does not auto launch, press on the ‘Start Menu’, press the ‘Run .
  • Page 42 The firmware update process will take 3-5 minutes and you will be greeted by a dialog box informing you when the firmware update has completed. If you have any problems updating the firmware, please contact our free 24x7 Technical Support. Configuration of LinkStation Login to your LinkStation’s Web Based Configuration.

  • Page 43: Linkstation Playback

    LinkStation Playback Now that your LinkStation has been configured with PCast support, you will be able to stream media files from LinkStation to LinkTheater. Access LinkStation by pressing the ‘HOME’ button on the remote control. The Log In page will appear and a new device will automatically appear on the display or TV.
  • Page 44 Photo Playback Press the ‘ENTER’ button to display a photo on the LinkTheater. Press the ‘PLAY’ button to play all of the photo files in that directory as a slide show. During the slide show the ‘PAUSE’ button can be used to stop a slide show (the ‘PLAY’...

  • Page 45: Terastation Compatibility

    Due to the extensiveness of multimedia and LinkTheater, there are several planned updates for the near future. Please check the Buffalo Technology web site (http://www.buffalotech.com) to determine if new updates are available for LinkTheater. Here are some of the planned upgrades:...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    T roubleshooting The troubleshooting section answers some Frequent Asked Questions (FAQ). If problems still persist, please contact our free 24x7 technical support. What file formats can I use with LinkTheater LinkTheater is able to play the following type of files: Video Files - dat, mpg, mpe, mpeg, m2v, m1v, vob, avi, asf, divx, xvid, rmp4, mov, mp4, vro, m4v, m2p, hnl, wmv, wmv hd, divx hd Audio Files - mp3, mp2, ogg, wav, aac, wma, pls, m4a, ac3, mp1, mpa, asf, m3u...
  • Page 47 I don’t see any video, music, or photos on the LinkTheater Check the following: 1. Check that video, audio, or photo content is available on the resource you are accessing. 2. Check that the video, audio, or photo file is playable on your PC. 3.

  • Page 48: Technical Specifications

    T echnical Specifications Product Specifications Supporting OS Win. Me, 2000 Professional, XP Home and Professional Package Contents LinkTheater, Video/Analog Audio Cable (about 150cm), LAN cable (about 180cm), Power cable (about 180cm), Installation Manual, Utility CD-ROM, Remote Control, 2 Batteries (AAA) Driver and Utilities Media Server Software Power Source...

  • Page 49: Warranty Statement

    Under no circumstances shall Buffalo Technology (Buffalo Inc.) be liable in any way to the user for damages, including any lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of, or inability to use the Buffalo products.
  • Page 50 – perfectly suited for any wireless environment. © Buffalo Technology (USA), Inc. Buffalo Technology, Buffalo Technology logo and AOSS logo are registered trademarks of Buffalo Technology (USA), Inc. The names and logos of other companies mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.

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