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ISSUED: 11-07-13   SHEET #: 180-9044-1

User Manual and Installation Guide

Pico Broadcaster

US Patent No.: 8,063,996. Other patents pending.

Models:

HDS-PB100

Summary of Contents for Pico Broadcaster HDS-PB100

Page 1: ...ISSUED 11 07 13 SHEET 180 9044 1 User Manual and Installation Guide Pico Broadcaster US Patent No 8 063 996 Other patents pending Models HDS PB100 ...

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Page 3: ... 6 What are White Space Channels 6 Broadcasting on White Space Channels 6 Items Needed for Installation 6 Package Contents 6 Installation 7 Product Overview 7 Operation 14 Streaming Server Software 14 FAQs 19 Appendix 21 Product Specifications 21 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 21 Limited Warranty 22 Contact Information 23 ...

Page 4: ...ny way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 The product was submitted and evaluated for use at the maximum ambient Tma ἁ 40 C 16 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not place this apparatus in a position ...

Page 5: ...xpressly approved by the manufacturer of this device could void the product warranty This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the provided instructions The Transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 8 20cm from all persons and must not be operating near or in conjunction with any other Transmitter End users and installers must be provided wit...

Page 6: ...e them The annual fee is approximately 55 Note The first years fee is included within the original purchase price of the unit Notification is sent on an annual basis that further use will require payment of annual fee Items Needed for Installation Network connection that allows internet connectivity PC Laptop or Media Player that has the ability to output a Transport Stream via the Ethernet port D...

Page 7: ...rror indicator light will be illuminated red if there is a problem with the Broadcaster 3 On Air The On Air indicator light will be illuminated blue signaling that the Broadcaster is enabled 4 Power The Power indicator light will be illuminated blue signaling that power is applied to the Broadcaster Installation 1 234 ...

Page 8: ...ack to factory defaults Factory use only 3 Confi Allows for internal Broadcaster configuration Factory use only 4 USB USB port Factory use only 5 RS232 RS232 port Factory use only 6 LAN Direct connection to LAN cable for product configuration and data streaming 7 RF Ant RF antenna terminal 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 9: ...T 180 9044 1 Step 1 Locate the Power Adapter and appropriate insert US shown Place insert into the Power Adapter as shown and push to lock into place Step 2 Connect the Antenna to the RF Ant terminal on the back of the Broadcaster ...

Page 10: ...llation Ideally the Broadcaster should be installed in one of the orientations pictured below mounting hardware not included Note To ensure uniform signal coverage the antenna must point straight up Step 4 The Broadcaster will need to access the internet and receive its media content via a network connection Connect the broadcaster to the network before applying power to the device Plug in the pow...

Page 11: ...ress City State Zip Code Country This contact information is what the FCC uses to send notification regarding update fees and information Step 5b Fill in all fields in the Where You Are section Latitude and Longitude This information should reflect the physical location of the Broadcaster You can find this information by visiting websites such as http www getlatlon com and http www findlatitudeand...

Page 12: ...as been successfully applied to an open white space channel Available Channels Displays a list of channels that the database recommends based upon the users latitude and longitude Last Channel Request Displays the time and date in which the broadcaster accessed the database to search for available channels Step 5d Click on the Advanced tab to display the Preferences Networks and Upgrade sub tabs T...

Page 13: ...ta fields are complete click on Save Apply at the bottom right of the screen Note If IP addresses are modified open a new web browser and enter the new IP address to confirm changes took place Step 5f Click on the Tools sub tab to open the Software Tools page This page contains information about Software Upgrade and Factory Reset If a software upgrade is needed click on the browse button in the So...

Page 14: ...on screen prompts to complete the installation Step 2 Launch the Peerless AV Streaming Media Software Click the Settings button to open the Settings dialog box Click on New Device button Step 3 You will need to enter the IP address of the Pico Broadcaster Default IP adress of the device and digital modulator is 192 168 1 194 and 192 168 1 193 respectively Base port is 5002 You need to match the IP...

Page 15: ...lp file for supported file types The user can use the drag and drop feature to pull content into the grey window or can populate the window by using the Import Files button Once the user has brought the files they want to stream into the software and they have been transcoded the user can now setup a playlist to automate content delivery Step 5 Click on the Playlist sub tab ...

Page 16: ...er can now drag and drop any of the transcoded files into the Playlist Content window to create a custom playlist of their content Once files have been transcoded and playlists have been created content is now ready to be streamed to the modulator for the OTA broadcast Click on the Playback tab To playback content click on the Browse button ...

Page 17: ...tep 9 The end user will then choose to play the content by pressing Play If looping of content is needed the user should click the Loop the Video button before pressing play Once the content is playing the Play button will convert to a Pause button If the content needs to be paused and not started over press Pause If the stop button is pressed when Play is depressed the content will start from the...

Page 18: ...f 24 ISSUED 11 07 13 SHEET 180 9044 1 Step 10 If additional support is needed the Help tab on the far right of the software window will launch a help file that will address concerns when using the software ...

Page 19: ... any given geographical location there are from 1 10 or more available channels to broadcast onto These channels are within the frequencies 500 MHz 700 MHz commonly known as channels 21 51 Q How do I find the longitude and latitude of my location A Websites such as http www getlatlon com and http www findlatitudeandlongitude com can be used to find Latitude and Longitude For location searches from...

Page 20: ... a setting that does not allow for an elevated installation i e AV Rack IT Closet etc you may provide a run of coax between the device and the antenna in order install the antenna at an appropriate location allowing for proper placement Note that as you add coax between the antenna and the device you also add attenuation Q Can I transmit a signal from my computer of a Presentation File i e PPTX Sp...

Page 21: ...use undesired operation FCC_Model MT300v1 FCC ID OKVMT300 Input Audio Video via LAN port MPEG2 Transport ATSC modulated broadcast signal HD Broadcast format TV signal Stereo AC3 audio Output power variable up to 40mW White space database compliant channel selection Control LAN Broadcast Range 350 maximum radius Broadcast Frequency 500 700 MHz Channel Range 21 51 Power Supply Input 100 240V 50 60Hz...

Page 22: ...r the failure to follow Peerless AV s instructions or warnings when installing using or storing the product or d misuse or accident in transit or otherwise including in cases of third party actions and force majeure This warranty also does not cover corrosion or rust resulting from damaged scratched or chipped paint or other surfaces In no event shall Peerless AV be liable for incidental or conseq...

Page 23: ...r Care Need help with set up Call Peerless AV Customer Care 1 800 865 2112 available 7 00am 7 00pm CST Monday Friday or email us at info peerless av com Peerless AV 2300 White Oak Circle Aurora IL 60502 USA peerair peerless av com Contact Information ...

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