TeleAdapt MediaHub Mini
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Installation Guide
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Additional Information
HDMI-CEC vs. Serial Control for Auto-Switching
In planning the installation of a MediaHub Mini it is important to
determine the best method of auto-switching the TV. The MediaHub
Mini can use either HDMI-CEC or serial control. The method chosen
will be determined largely by the TV model(s) installed and the re-
quirements of any content providers who may themselves be taking
control of the TV. Cabling will also be affected by the choices made,
so it is important that this is decided prior to installation.
HDMI-CEC is supported by the majority of all new TVs and allows
the MediaHub Mini to switch the TV inputs over the HDMI cable that
goes to the TV. This approach is simple and has the minimum cabling
requirement.
Serial control may be required if your TV is older and does not
support HDMI-CEC or if the content provider requires exclusive
control of the TV (for example if the guest pays for content,
switching the TV input without informing the content provider may
mean the guest is charged for content that they have not viewed).
TeleAdapt works closely with major TV manufacturers and content
providers to ensure the guest experience is seamless. Prior to
any installation it is crucial that the best auto-switching strategy is
determined. To determine which approach is right for you ensure you
contact either TeleAdapt, the TV manufacturer or the content provider
well in advance of any installation.
Guides for direct connection to a range of TVs as well as
integration guides for various content providers will be posted
on the TeleAdapt website as and when they are available. Go to:
http://www.teleadapt.com/support/mediahubs/mediahub-mini)
Configuring Serial Communication
The MediaHub Mini will detect the TV manufacturer automatically
and if it supports a suitable serial protocol this will be automatically
