Chapter 5 - Multimedia; What Is Dlna; Play Files - Buffalo HDW-PDU3 MiniStation Air Reference Manual

Chapter 5 - Multimedia

What is DLNA?

DLNA is a set of guidelines for sharing digital media. The MiniStation Air includes a DLNA server compliant with the
DLNA guidelines. Videos, pictures, and music saved on the MiniStation Air can be played back on DLNA-compatible
TVs, stereo equipment, game consoles, and other devices on the local network.

Play Files

To play back content from a DLNA-compatible device:
1
If you are using a computer, open Settings. If you are using a mobile device, open the MiniStation Air2 app.
Note: Refer to chapter 2 for how to open Settings.
2
Click or tap Internet Connection and enable "Disclose to Network".
Note: Enabling this feature allows you to access the MiniStation Air wirelessly through the access point
instead of directly connecting your mobile device. It is highly recommended to disable this feature when the
MiniStation Air is on a public network.
3
Connect the DLNA-compatible device to the same network as the MiniStation Air and turn it on.
4
Select the MiniStation Air in the software of the DLNA-compatible device.
5
Select the content to be played back.
Note: Refer to the manual of your DLNA-compatible device for more details.
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