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WD TV Live
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WD TV Live Plus
HD Media Players
User Manual
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Table of Contents 1 Important User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 ® WD Service and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Recording Your WD Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Registering Your WD Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Video Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Video Playback Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Video Playback Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 DVD Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 8 Playing Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Music Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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File Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 Media Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140 13 System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 System Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . .
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Important User Information 1 Important Safety Instructions This device is designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated into this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual ® WD Service and Support Should you encounter any problem, please give us an opportunity to address it before returning this product. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base or e-mail support service at http://support.wdc.com. If the answer is not available or, if you prefer, please contact WD at the best telephone number shown below. Your product includes 30 days of free telephone support during the warran
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Recording Your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial and model numbers of your new WD product. You can find this information on the label on the bottom of the device. You should also note the date of purchase. This information may be required when requesting technical support. Serial Number: MAC Address: Model Number: Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: Registering Your WD Product Your WD product includes 30
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Product Overview 2 Thank you for purchasing a WD TV Live or WD TV Live Plus HD Media Player. This user manual provides step-by-step instructions for installing and using your new media player. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. Full-HD video playback and navigation - up to 1080p – This is the real thing; Full-HD 1080p playback. Sit back and enjoy the spectacular picture quality of br
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual media type. There’s no limit to the size of your media collection; just add more USB drives for more space. ® Control your media from your computer – This media player is Windows 7 compatible, so you can use the “Play To” feature to easily stream your Windows 7 computer’s files to your TV through your WD TV Plus HD media player.* *For more information on Play To, go to http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/products/features/play-to. Tra
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Features and Functions 3 Features Audio/Video Interface HDMI 1.3 interface for digital audio and high-definition video Component video interface (YPbPr, green/blue/red) for analog video connection Composite interface (RCA, yellow/white/red) for analog AV connection S/PDIF (optical) audio for high-fidelity digital audio Auto source function enables the HD media player to detect and switch to a new interface connection. For example, the med
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Connections 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 8 9 Item Component Description 1 USB port 1 Supports connection of removable storage devices, portable media players, digital cameras with USB connectors, and USB wireless adapters. 2 Reset switch Press for one second to reset to factory defaults (see “Reset to Factory Defaults” on page 140). Press and hold 10 seconds to toggle between NTSC and PAL. Use a fine-tipped stylus or the unfolded end of a paperclip to p
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual LED Indicators 1 2 3 Item Component Description 1 Power LED � On—The power cable is connected and the power is on. � Off—The media player is in standby mode or the power cable is disconnected. � Blinking—A system diagnostic failure has occurred. See “Troubleshooting” on page 147. 2 Infrared � Receives signals from the remote control. Point the tip of the receiver remote control to the infrared receiver and ensure that the path between the t
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Remote Control CAUTION: Do not expose the batteries or the remote control with batteries installed to excessive heat (direct sunlight, fire, etc.). 1. Infrared transmitter 2. HOME 3. POWER 4. Navigation buttons 5. ENTER (turns Info bar ON or OFF) 6. STOP 7. BACK 8. REV (rewind) 9. PREV (previous track/page up) 10. SEARCH 11. OPTION 12. PAUSE/PLAY 13. FF (fast forward) 14. NEXT (next track/page down) 15. EJECT (safe removal of attached storage
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Getting Started 4 Package Contents Composite AV cables Remote control and WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Player Component (YPbPr) cables Two AAA batteries Quick Install Guide AC power adapter Installation Requirements Standard or HDTV with a composite (standard A/V), component (YPbPr), or HDMI input ports. USB storage device with a USB 2.0 connector. An available network connection for online content and services. Media Library support req
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Important: For highest performance and reliability, it is recommended that you install the latest updates and service pack (SP). For Windows, go to the Start menu and select Windows Update. For Mac, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. Installation Procedure The media player installation procedure is outlined below: 1. Transfer content from your computer to the USB storage media. See “Step 1 - Loading Content onto your USB Drive”
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Step 1 - Loading Content onto your USB Drive Transfer your favorite content from your computer to your external USB drive, such ® ® as My Passport or My Book (external USB drives and stand not included). GETTING STARTED – 12
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Step 2 - Connecting the Power Cable 1. If applicable, connect the power clip to the power cable plug. The AC power adapter will vary, depending on your location. Some locations do not require a power plug clip. Units sold in those locations will have a fixed power plug. Refer to the illustration below. EU/KO US/JA/TW EU/KO US/JA/TW Installing Removing Installing Removing 2. Connect the power cable to the media player’s DC connector, and then
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Step 3 - Connecting the Media Player The following figures illustrate the cable connections supported by the media player. The standard connection uses the included composite-to-mini AV cables. Note: HDMI and S/PDIF (optical) cables are sold separately. Important: Configure the media player’s Audio/Video settings depending on the type of connection you choose. See “Audio/Video” on page 127 for more information on these settings. Choosing the
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual HDMI Video and Audio (High Definition) HDMI combines high-definition video, multi-channel audio, and inter-component control in a single digital cable. This interface provides video quality resolution of up to 1080p. To connect your media player using an HDMI cable: 1. Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on the media player. 2. Plug the opposite end into the HDMI port on your TV or audio/video system (if available). Wait a few seconds f
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WD TV Live/Live Plus HD Media Players User Manual Component Video and Audio (High Definition) The component connection only provides video signals. You will also need to connect the composite audio cables to provide sound. This interface provides video quality resolution of up to 1080i. To connect your media player using a component-to-mini cable: 1. Plug mini cable into the component connector on the media player. 2. Plug the opposite ends into the component ports on your TV or audio/video s
