Cisco DMS-DMP-4300G User Manual

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User Guide for Cisco Digital Media Player Device Manager 5.2.x
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Health and Safety Overview
Revised November 24, 2010
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General Precautions, page 1-2
• Protect Against Electrostatic Discharge, page 1-2
• Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information, page 1-2
Warning
This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any
equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for
preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning to locate its translation in the
translated safety warnings that accompanied this device.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Statement 1004
• The device is designed to work with TN power systems. Statement 19
• The power supply must be placed indoors. Statement 331
• This equipment is intended to be grounded. Ensure that the host is connected to an earth ground during normal use.
• When installing the unit, always make the ground connection first and disconnect it last.
Use only the Cisco-supplied combination of power cord, plug, and adapter — if any — that shipped with the equipment, or which you
ordered separately. Otherwise, if you use other such supplies, including similar supplies that Cisco might sell for use with similar
equipment, you:
• Might damage or destroy data, equipment, or other property.
• Might cause any combination of electrical shock, electrical fire, injury, or loss of life.
• Will void the warranties for Cisco equipment.
• Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
• This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device
is rated not greater than: 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international)
• The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times, because it serves as the main disconnecting device.
• To avoid electric shock, do not connect safety extra-low voltage (SELV) circuits to telephone-network voltage (TNV) circuits. LAN
ports contain SELV circuits, and WAN ports contain TNV circuits. Some LAN and WAN ports both use RJ-45 connectors. Use
caution when connecting cables.
• Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.
• Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.

Cisco DMS-DMP-4300G Specifications

General

Model	DMS-DMP-4300G
Category	Media Player
Video Output	HDMI
Ethernet	10/100/1000 Mbps
Wireless	802.11 a/b/g/n
Internal Storage	8 GB
External Storage	USB
USB Ports	2
Audio Output	HDMI
Network Connectivity	Ethernet
Supported Formats	JPEG, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264
Power Supply	12V DC

Summary

Health and Safety Overview

General Precautions

Essential guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure safe operation of the equipment.

Protect Against Electrostatic Discharge

Steps to prevent damage to sensitive components from static electricity.

DMP Specifications

Physical Interfaces (I/O Ports)

Describes the connectors, sensors, and buttons available on each DMP model.

Welcome

DMPDM

Introduces DMPDM as a lightweight webserver for DMP management.

Centrally Manage Digital Signage Services

Describes Cisco Digital Signs for managing local, regional, or global DMP networks.

Centrally Manage IPTV Services

Explains Cisco Cast for delivering video-on-demand and live broadcast TV channels.

Centrally Manage Sports and Entertainment Venue Services

Introduces Cisco StadiumVision for IPTV content management in venues.

Connect to a Power Source

Receive Electrical Power from a 100V–240V AC Socket

Step-by-step guide to connect the DMP to a standard AC power outlet.

Receive Electrical Power from 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Instructions for powering the DMP using Power over Ethernet (PoE).

Connect to a Network

Connect Over Ethernet

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the DMP via an Ethernet cable.

Connect Over Wireless (802.11 b/g)

Instructions for establishing a wireless network connection for the DMP.

Connect to a Presentation System

Use an HDMI Connection

Step-by-step guide for connecting the DMP to a display using an HDMI cable.

Use a Connection that Combines HDMI with DVI

Connect to a Touchscreen

Details how to connect the DMP to a touchscreen display for interactive use.

Connect to an Analog Display or Projector

Log in to DMPDM

Log in

Step-by-step instructions for logging into the DMPDM administrative interface.

Start Here

DMPDM Workflow

Describes the typical workflow for testing and committing settings in DMPDM.

Save Configured Settings

Instructions on how to save configuration changes made in DMPDM.

Restart Your DMP

Steps to restart the DMP for applying changes or troubleshooting.

Configure NTP Settings for Time-Dependent Features, As Needed

Restore Factory Default Settings

Instructions on how to reset the DMP to its factory default configuration.

Investigate Which DMP Firmware Updates Are Available

Upgrade (or Downgrade) DMP Firmware

Steps to install new or older firmware versions on the DMP.

DMP Access and Security Settings

Understand DMP User Accounts and Passwords

Explains the Web Account and Service Account for DMPDM access.

Protect Your DMP from Unauthorized Management

Steps to secure the DMP and prevent unauthorized access.

Manage and Edit Passwords

Instructions for changing Web Account and Service Account passwords.

Enable or Disable Types of Access to Your DMP

How to control different types of administrative access to the DMP.

Enable or Disable Centralized Management

Configure Settings for Touchscreens, Projectors, and Displays

Choose and Calibrate a Touchscreen Driver

Steps to select and calibrate drivers for touchscreen devices.

Configure Video Output

How to configure the DMP's video output settings for displays.

Adjust DMP Display Attributes

Configure Network Settings

Workflow to Define Wi-Fi Settings

Configure HTTP Proxy Server Settings for a DMP 4310G

Configure a Wireless Network Connection

Step-by-step instructions for setting up a wireless network connection for the DMP.

Prepare Your DMP to Use a Static IP Address Over Ethernet

Guide for configuring a DMP with a static IP address for deployment without DHCP.

Browser Settings (‘TVzilla’)

Understand Content Substitution (‘Failover’)

Adjust TVzilla Settings

How to modify TVzilla browser settings for specific situations.

Adjust Whether TVzilla is Transparent, Translucent, or Opaque

Specify Which URL to Load in TVZilla

Instructions for setting the default URL for the TVzilla browser.

Configure Video and Audio Settings

Performance Factors

Understand Jitter

Understand the Jitter Buffer

Understand Why PTS-STC Discrepencies Flood the Buffer and Cause Latency

Limit and Reduce Latency

Adjust Jitter Buffer Control (Advanced Multicast) Settings

How to control audio/video synchronization in multicast streams.

Play Media

Play Assets from a USB Flash Drive

Watch or Stop Video from a UDP Multicast Stream

Watch or Stop Video from an HTTP URL

Watch or Stop Video from a File Stored on Your DMP