Quick Start Guide 09/2006 Quick Start Guide 09/2006 We first want to thank you for purchasing a Neuros OSD the first open source media We first want recorder you for purchasing ato bridge the the first open source hub/mpeg4 to thank that will allow you Neuros OSD gap between all your digital media hub/mpeg4 recorder that will allow and your entertainment center. your media content, your handheld devices you to bridge the gap between all digital media content, your handheld devices and your entertainment center. Very Important ­ Upgrade Firmware Immediately! Very Important ­ Upgrade Firmware Immediately! As you may know, the Neuros OSD is an open source device that will continually evolveAs you may know,with Neuros OSD is an open sourcedeveloped by both our and be updated the bug fixes and new features device that will continually evolve and be updated with bug community. features developed new engineers and our ever growing user fixes and new We will make theseby both our engineers and to ever growing user community. We will make these capabilities availableour you via regular firmware upgrades that can be new capabilities our web site and regular firmware OSD. These can be downloaded from available to you vialoaded onto your upgrades that upgrades are downloaded from our web site free and can be done in minutes byand loaded onto your OSD. These upgrades are users of any level. free and can be done in minutes by users of any level. VCR, DVD player, Satellite receiver, Cable Cableetc. etc. VCR, DVD player, Satellite receiver, box, box, Video Video Player ­ Playback (.asf, .avi, .mp4,.mp4, .mpeg) memory cards, Player ­ Playback video video (.asf, .avi, .mpeg) from from memory cards, external HD, home network/internet* on your TV. TV. external HD, home network/internet* on your Image Viewer - View-pictures (.jpg, (.jpg, .bmp,on your TV from memory cardscards Image Viewer View pictures .bmp, .gif) .gif) on your TV from memory or digital digital camera plugged into the USB port. or camera plugged into the USB port. Music Music Player ­ PlayWMA, WMA,and AAC files directly from your MP3 MP3 Player ­ Play MP3, MP3, OGG OGG and AAC files directly from your player,player, memory or home home network. memory cards cards or network. Additional Features Added via Firmware Upgrades ­ In ­ In the future Additional Features to be to be Added via Firmware Upgradesthe future you you can look forward to upgrades enabling streaming from from PCs to can look forward to upgrades enabling streaming mediamedia PCs to homehome entertainment systems; wireless networking; support for USB USB peripherals; entertainment systems; wireless networking; support for more moreperipherals; and Some of these these capabilities may already be available by the time and more. more. Some of capabilities may already be available by the time you you get your OSD home and open the box (see to upgrade firmware). To see get your OSD home and open the box (see aboveabove to upgrade firmware). To see an up-to-date list of working features or to find out how to join our community, an up-to-date list of working features or to find out how to join our community, go to: go to: www.osd.neurostechnology.com www.osd.neurostechnology.com Neuros OSD Left Neuros OSD Left side side By the time you've purchased this unit, there's a good chance there's already a By the time you've purchased this unit, there's a good chance there's already a superior firmware version waiting for you.you. Once you've figured out how to hook superior firmware version waiting for Once you've figured out how to hook up your OSD using using the instructions below, we strongly suggest that you visit up your OSD the instructions below, we strongly suggest that you visit our website to download the latest firmware and continue to to do so often as our website to download the latest firmware and continue do so often as we hope to keep surprising you with with new functionality for your device. we hope to keep surprising you new functionality for your device. Firmware can be foundfound at: Firmware can be at: www.neurostechnology.com/support/support.asp www.neurostechnology.com/support/support.asp Complete User's Manual Complete User's Manual A more detailed User's Manual FAQ's is available at at the link shown below. We A more detailed User's Manual with with FAQ's is available the link shown below. We will update this User's Manual every time there is a new firmware version, so be will update this User's Manual every time there is a new firmware version, so be sure to use the User's Manual corresponding to your firmware version. We will sure to use the User's Manual corresponding to your firmware version. We will also keep archived copies of the User's Manual corresponding to older firmware also keep archived copies of the User's Manualchoose not to keep olderfirmware corresponding to your firmware versions, in case you for some reason you versions, in case you for some reason you choose not to keep your firmware upgraded to the latest level. upgraded to the latest level. www.neurostechnology.com/support/support.asp Neuros OSD side Neuros OSD RightRight side Remote Control Remote Control www.neurostechnology.com/support/support.asp Features Features Video Recorder - Record video (.asf, .avi, .mp4) from any video source such as Video Recorder - Record video (.asf, .avi, .mp4) from any video source such as 1 Included accessories: RCA cables (x2) Power supply IR blaster VGA Cable VGA Adapter Note: some non-U.S. versions may also have RCA-to-scart adaptors. 12 34 1 5. You should see the Neuros OSD startup screen on your TV. Press the home button if you don't see anything on the TV screen as it will always bring up the main interface page of the OSD. Note: The Audio cables (Red/White) can be connected to your stereo receiver instead of your TV if you want to play the audio through your stereo instead of your TV. The Neuros OSD supports NTSC, PAL and SECAM standards. Pressing the NTSC/PAL/SECAM button on the remote will switch between NTSC, PAL and SECAM. NTSC is used in the U.S.. Step 1-Connecting Power 1. Connect the included power supply to the wall. 2. Plug the other end into the 5V power input jack on the right side of the OSD. 3. The green light on the top/left side of the OSD should turn on. The OSD power supply is universal (this means it will work with any voltage between 110V and 220V). Power plug adapters may be required for use in some areas and are not included. Step 3-Connecting to Video Source Your Neuros OSD will allow you to record video from any source. You can connect to virtually any video source (DVD players, VCRs, Game Consoles, Camcorders, TiVo, etc) with the included RCA composite cables (cable with Red, Yellow, and White plugs on one end), while some video sources allow the higher quality S-Video cable to be used. 1. Connect one of the included RCA Composite A/V cables to the A/V IN port on the right side of your OSD. Note: If using S-Video, connect both the S-Video and the RCA cables. Step 2-Connecting to TV 1. Connect one of the included RCA Composite A/V cables to the A/V OUT port on the right side of your OSD. 2. Connect the RCA composite cable ends to the corresponding A/V OUT plugs of your video source (Yellow=Video, Red=Audio Right, White=Audio Left). If using the S-Video cable, you will still need to connect the Red and White RCA plugs, but not the Yellow one. 2. Connect the RCA composite cable ends to the corresponding inputs on our TV A/V IN plugs (Yellow=Video, Red=Audio Right, White=Audio Left) 3. Turn on the OSD by plugging in the power supply. 4. Tune your TV to the proper channel for the inputs you just plugged your A/V cable into (ex: Input or Video 1, Input or Video 2, Channel 3, Channel 4... or just change the channel on your TV until you see the OSD menu). 3. Make sure the power supply and TV are connected (as per the 2 previous steps) and the OSD is turned on. Quick Start Guide 09/2006 4. Start playing video on your source device. You should see the video appear on your TV. We first want to thank you Memory Cards Neuros OSD the first devices Step 4-Inserting for purchasing a or other storage open source media hub/mpeg4 recorder that will allow you to bridge the gap between all your digital CF.Microdrive Slot handheld devices and your entertainment center. media content, your The CF.Microdrive slot is designed for Compact Flash type cards and Microdrives. Insert as shown on right. Firmware Immediately! Very Important ­ Upgrade As you may know, the Neuros OSD is an open source device that will continually evolve and be updated with bug fixes and new features developed by both our engineers and our ever growing user community. We will make these new capabilities available to you via regular firmware upgrades that can be downloaded from our web site and loaded onto your OSD. These upgrades are free and can be done in minutes by users of any level. By the time you've purchased this unit, there's a good chance there's already a SD.MS.MMC slot superior firmware version waiting for you. Once you've figured out how to hook The Neuros OSD accepts a variety up your OSD using the instructions below, we strongly suggest that you visit of memory cards. The SD.MS.MMC our website to download the latest firmware slot will accept to do so often as and continue Secure Digital, MS we hope to keep surprising you with new functionality / MS Pro Duo and Multimedia Duo for your device. Cards. Insert as shown on left. VCR, USB Port DVD player, Satellite receiver, Cable box, etc. Video on your Playback video (.asf, read/write .mpeg) different devices The USB port Player ­OSD will allow you to .avi, .mp4, to manyfrom memory cards, external HD, home network/internet* on drives, other portable media such as iPods, USB thumbdrives, external hard your TV. Image Viewer and MP4)and other USB enabled devices (essentially any players (including MP3 - View pictures (.jpg, .bmp, .gif) on your TV from memory cards device or digital camera plugged into the USB port. that shows up as a removable disc when plugged into the USB port of a Music Player ­ Play MP3, WMA, OGG and AAC files directly make with the PC). The ability to record to them means that any recordings you from your MP3 player, memory cards or home the USB device of choice when plugged into Neuros OSD can be saved directly to network. Additional can also to be Added your USB devices directly on the the USB port. YouFeatures read files fromvia Firmware Upgrades ­ Inyour future you can look forward to This will enabling to view photos from your to home TV/Entertainment center. upgradesallow you streaming media from PCs digital entertainment systems; wireless your iPod or other MP3/Video player and camera and play video and music from networking; support for more USB peripherals; and more. Some of these capabilities may already be available by the time you other USB enabled external devices. get your OSD home and for other USB devices such as WiFi firmware). To The USB port can also be used open the box (see above to upgradedongles. Please see an up-to-date list of working features or to find out how to join our community, visit www.osd.neurostechnology.com for additional details. go to: Step 5­Introduction to the OSD Menus 1. Press the Home side button to bring up the main menu or return to it at Neuros OSD Left any time (Note: when no buttons are pressed for a period of time, the menu will disappear and show only the source video, if any, on the screen). 2. There are four main menu options on the home page: FILE BROWSER, RECORDER, SETTINGS and APPLICATIONS. 3. Other menu options will be available from within each of these main menu options. 4. You can highlight menu options by browsing with the UP / DOWN www.osd.neurostechnology.com Firmware can be found at: www.neurostechnology.com/support/support.asp In addition to the standard size cards, you will also be able to use MiniSD, Micro SD, MMC Mobile and RS-MMC type cards with the proper adapter. Please reference the chart below. Neuros OSD Right side Enter keys. You can enter the highlighted menu option by pressing or Right Arrow . Complete User's Manual A more detailed User's Manual with FAQ's is available at the link shown below. We will update this User's Manual every time there is a new firmware version, so be sure to use the User's Manual corresponding to your firmware version. We will also keep archived copies of the User's Manual corresponding to older firmware versions, in case you for some reason you choose not to keep your firmware upgraded to the latest level. www.neurostechnology.com/support/support.asp 5. Hit Back Arrow to return to the previous menu. 6. You can get help from any menu screen by pressing the Help button. Note that this information will be added over time and may not be available or complete in earlier firmware versions. 7. If the Xi ICON is visible on the right side of a given menu selection, you can press the Xi button on the remote for additional options or Remote Control information. These, too, will be added or enhanced over time. Features Video Recorder - Record video (.asf, .avi, .mp4) from any video source such as 1 Step 6-Recording Video Once you've completed the above steps, you're ready to start recording. Quickstart Recording: You can take a leap of faith and simply press record 56 78 Step 7-Playing Back Video from Memory Cards or External Drives 1. Make sure device is plugged in and memory card is in slot or external drive connected. 2. Enter the FILE BROWSER menu. 3. Browse to desired card or drive. 4. Select file. 5. Press Play on remote. 6. Standard remote control functions such as fast-forward and rewind work like they would on a typical VCR or DVD player. on the remote while in any menu to begin recording immediately at the default recording settings (resolution, etc). These settings may or may not be right for your intended use. Standard Recording: Use this mode if you want to check or change the default settings. 1. Enter the RECORDER menu. 2. Default recording settings will be listed. If the recording settings are acceptable, press Record or select Start at the bottom of the screen to begin recording. 3. If you wish to change any recording settings, select "CHANGE" at the bottom of the screen to enter the RECORDER SETTINGS menu. To change Other Connections Please see the complete OSD User's Manual for more details (on-line at: www.neurostechnology.com/support/support.asp) IR blaster This feature will allow you to control other devices such as your cablebox,DVR,VCR and TV by emulating the remote control signals of these devices. See full user's guide for details. Serial Port To conrol tuner boxes and connection to PC for developer debugging. LAN This Ethernet port will allow you to connect your OSD to a network. Functionality for this port is limited at the time of launch but will be added in future firmware releases (see above). a given recording setting, highlight it using the Left and then press Up /Down / right buttons, to select the new value. a. Note: If you are comfortable with more technical terminology (like QVGA, VGA, etc) and want more choices, you can enter the RECORDER ADVANCED SETTINGS menu by selecting "ADVANCED" at the bottom of the RECORDER SETTINGS menu screen. Make any changes you'd like in this menu. Once you're satisfied, select SAVE at the bottom of the screen to save your changes and return to the RECORDER SETTINGS menu or select EXIT to return to this menu without saving changes. 4. Once you're satisfied with the recording settings in the RECORDER SETTINGS menu, select "Save" on the menu screen to keep your new settings (which will be the new default settings) and return to the OSD RECORDER menu or select Exit to return to the menu without saving changes. 5. Begin recording by highlighting the START button on the menu screen and pressing Enter remote). (or, as always, by pressing record button on the 6. Press stop button to stop recording at any time (or recording will stop automatically after the time limit selected in the RECORDER SETTINGS menu). 8