Imagine Communications INH750 DA, SA Infocaster Hardware Manual
Below you will find brief information for Infocaster INH750DA, Infocaster INH750SA. These systems are turnkey solutions for digital signage, allowing you to create high-impact displays with multi-zone layouts, including stills, rolls, crawls, animations, clocks, and video. The INH750 systems feature superior graphics, data integration, quick editors, control choices, intuitive interface, and flexible scheduling capabilities, making them ideal for a variety of digital signage applications.
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Hardware Manual
Infocaster™ INH750DA and SA
6/2/2015
175-100546-01
Infocaster™ INH750DA and SA Hardware Manual
Publication Information
© 2015 Imagine Communications Corp.
Proprietary and Confidential.
Imagine Communications considers this document and its contents to be proprietary and confidential.
Except for making a reasonable number of copies for your own internal use, you may not reproduce this publication, or any part thereof, in any form, by any method, for any purpose, or in any language other than English without the written consent of Imagine Communications. All others uses are illegal.
This publication is designed to assist in the use of the product as it exists on the date of publication of this manual, and may not reflect the product at the current time or an unknown time in the future. This publication does not in any way warrant description accuracy or guarantee the use for the product to which it refers. Imagine Communications reserves the right, without notice to make such changes in equipment, design, specifications, components, or documentation as progress may warrant to improve the performance of the product.
Trademarks
Nexio®, Infocaster™, and Infocaster Manager™ are trademarks or trade names of Imagine
Communications or its subsidiaries.
Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective companies.
Contact Information
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Support Contact Information
For domestic and international support contact information see:
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Contents
Preface ................................................................................................................... 5
Manual Information ................................................................................................................................. 5
Purpose ................................................................................................................................................. 5
Audience ............................................................................................................................................... 5
Writing Conventions ............................................................................................................................. 5
Unpacking/Shipping Information ............................................................................................................. 5
Safety Standards and Compliances .......................................................................................................... 6
Safety Terms and Symbols ................................................................................................................... 6
Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive ....................................................................... 6
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive .................................................... 7
Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................................................................ 8
FCC ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
Safety Guidelines ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Electrical Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................. 8
General Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................... 9
ESD Safety Guidelines ......................................................................................................................... 10
Operation Safety Guidelines .............................................................................................................. 10
Overview.............................................................................................................. 11
Product Description ................................................................................................................................ 11
Main Features..................................................................................................................................... 11
System Chassis ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Chassis ................................................................................................................................................ 12
Front Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 13
Back Panel .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Get Started .......................................................................................................... 15
Installation and Placement ..................................................................................................................... 15
Important Airflow Considerations ...................................................................................................... 15
Desktop Feet ...................................................................................................................................... 17
VESA Mounting ................................................................................................................................... 17
Set Up Your System ................................................................................................................................ 19
Before You Turn Your System On ........................................................................................................... 19
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Turn on the System ................................................................................................................................ 20
Infocaster Quick Start Dialog .............................................................................................................. 21
License a Player with Infocaster Manager ......................................................................................... 21
Security ................................................................................................................................................... 23
Administrator Account ........................................................................................................................... 24
Launch Infocaster ................................................................................................................................... 24
Change Settings ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Enable Onboard Audio ....................................................................................................................... 24
Configure the Intel HD Video Card ..................................................................................................... 26
Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 28
Back Up Files ........................................................................................................................................... 28
Defragment Hard Drive .......................................................................................................................... 28
System Restore ....................................................................................................................................... 28
Recovery Solutions ............................................................................................................................. 29
Create Your Backup Media ................................................................................................................. 29
Recovery Options ............................................................................................................................... 29
Launch Recovery ................................................................................................................................ 29
Choose a Recovery Option ................................................................................................................. 29
Specifications ....................................................................................................... 30
System Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................. 30
Power Supply Specifications ................................................................................................................... 31
Index .................................................................................................................... 32
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Preface
Preface
Manual Information
Purpose
This manual details the features, installation, operation, maintenance, and specifications of the INH750 system.
Audience
This manual is written for engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the system installation and set up.
Writing Conventions
This manual adheres to the following writing conventions.
Writing Conventions
Term or Convention
CAPS
Code
> hyperlink
Note:
Description
Indicates a specific key on the keyboard, such as ENTER,
TAB, CTRL, ALT, DELETE
Indicates variables or command-line entries, such as a
DOS entry or something you type into a field.
Indicates the direction of navigation through a hierarchy of menus and windows.
Indicates a jump to another location within the electronic document or elsewhere.
Indicates important information that helps to avoid and troubleshoot problems.
Unpacking/Shipping Information
Imagine Communications has carefully inspected, tested, and calibrated this product prior to shipment to ensure years of stable and trouble free service.
Before you install and configure your system, follow these steps:
1. Check equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred during transit.
2. Confirm that you have received all items listed on the packing list.
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3. Contact your Imagine Communications sales representative if any parts are missing.
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4. Contact the carrier if any item is damaged.
5. Remove all packaging material from the product and its associated components before you install the unit.
Keep at least one set of original packaging, in the event that you need to return a product for servicing.
If the original packaging is not available, you can purchase replacement packaging from Imagine
Communications at a modest cost or supply your own packaging as long as it meets the following criteria:
The packaging must be able to withstand the weight of the product.
The product must be held rigid within the packaging.
There must be at least two inches (5 cm) of space between the product and the container.
The corners of the product must be protected.
If the product is still within the warranty period, Imagine Communications will return the product to you prepaid after servicing.
Safety Standards and Compliances
Safety Terms and Symbols
This manual uses the following safety terms and symbols to identify certain conditions or practices.
WARNING
Identifies conditions or practices that can result in personal injury or loss of life—high voltage is present. Uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure may be sufficient to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION
Identifies conditions or practices that can result in damage to the equipment or other property. Important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions are included in the literature accompanying the product.
Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive
Directive 2002/95/EC–commonly known as the European Union (EU) Restriction on Hazardous
Substances (RoHS)–sets limits on the use of certain substances found in electrical and electronic equipment. The Directive takes effect on July 1, 2006, and it refers to the following hazardous substances:
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Lead (Pb)
Mercury (Hg)
Cadmium (Cd)
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr-V1)
Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE)
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All relevant Imagine Communications products either comply with the legislation or are exempt. For example, spare parts supplied for the repair and upgrade of equipment sold before July 1, 2006 are exempt from the legislation.
Figure 1: RoHS Compliant Symbol
Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
Directive
The European Union (EU) Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) deals with the collection, treatment, recovery, and recycling of electrical and electronic waste products. The objective of the WEEE Directive is to assign the responsibility for the disposal of associated hazardous waste to either the producers or users of these products. Producers or users are required to recycle electrical and electronic equipment at end of its useful life, and must not dispose of the equipment in landfills or by using other unapproved methods.
In accordance with this EU Directive, Imagine Communications has affixed labels indicating that such products must be properly recycled. Contact your local Imagine Communications sales representative for information on returning these products for recycling. Imagine Communications equipment that complies with the EU directive will be marked with a WEEE-compliant symbol, as shown below.
Figure 2: WEEE Compliance Symbol
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Declaration of Conformity
Preface
Imagine Communications declares that the following INH750 system options are in conformity with the standards stated in this note.
Part Number
INH750DA
INH750SA
Description
Infocaster Ultra Small Form Factor Digital Signage Platform, Fanless, disk drive.
Infocaster Ultra Small Form Factor Digital Signage Platform, Fanless, solid-state drive.
The Imagine Communications system options previously listed are in conformity with the following standards.
FCC
FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B/Oct. 2010
CISPR 22/1997 (Class B Limit)
ANSI C63.4-2003
Safety Guidelines
Adhere to the following safety guidelines to avoid personal injury or damage to your system.
Electrical Safety Guidelines
Power Cords
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, check the power cords properly.
Use the exact type of power cords as required.
Be sure to use power cord(s) that came with safety certifications.
The power cord(s) must be compliant with the AC voltage requirements in your region.
The power cord plug cap must have an electrical current rating that is at least 125% of the electrical current rating of this product.
The power cord plug cap that plugs into the AC receptacle on the power supply must be an IEC 320, sheet C13, type female connector.
Plug the Power cord(s) into a socket that is properly grounded before turning on the power.
This hardware contains hazardous voltage levels. To avoid electrical shock, disconnect all cords before accessing the system chassis or its components.
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General Electrical Safety Guidelines
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WARNING
Adhere to the following Electrical Safety Guidelines to avoid possible damages to the system or injury to yourself.
Be aware of the locations of the power switches on the chassis and in the room, so you can disconnect the power supply if an accident occurs.
Take extra precautionary measures when working with high voltage components. It is not recommended to work alone.
Before removing or installing main system components, be sure to disconnect the power first. Turn off the system before you disconnect the power supply.
Use only one hand when working with powered-on electrical equipment to avoid possible electrical shock.
Use rubber mats specifically designed as electrical insulators when working with computer systems.
The power supply or power cord must include a grounding plug and must be plugged into grounded outlets.
This product is suitable for connection to IT power sources.
CAUTION - RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED
BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Make sure not to install the motherboard battery upside down to avoid possible explosion. Make sure that the positive side should be facing up on the motherboard.
Protective Earth Requirements
The building installation shall provide a means for connection to protective earth; and
The equipment is to be connected to that means; and
A service person shall check whether or not the socket-outlet from which the equipment is to be powered provides a connection to the building protective earth. If not, the service person shall arrange for the installation of a protective earthing conductor from the separate protective earthing terminal to the protective earth wire in the building.
General Safety Guidelines
WARNING
Adhere to the following General Safety Guidelines to ensure your personal safety.
Equipment is for use only in restricted access locations where only trained personnel have access.
Keep the area around the the chassis clean and free of clutter.
Avoid wearing loose clothing to preventing it from coming into contact with power circuits.
After removing the components or chassis cover from the system, place them on a table for safeguard.
Be sure to remove any jewelry or metal objects before working on the chassis to avoid short circuits should these objects come into contact with power circuits.
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After accessing the interior of the chassis, be sure to replace and secure the chassis cover.
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ESD Safety Guidelines
CAUTION
Electric Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To prevent damage to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully.
The following measures are generally sufficient to protect against Electric Statics Discharge (ESD).
Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
Keep all components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in their anti-static bags until ready for use.
Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from the anti-static bag.
Do not let components or PCBs come into contact with your clothing, which may retain a charge even if you are wearing a wrist strap.
Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from the anti-static bag.
Handle a board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral chips, memory modules or contacts.
When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.
Put the motherboard and peripherals back into their anti-static bags when not in use.
For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and the motherboard.
Operation Safety Guidelines
CAUTION
Do not open the casing of a power supply. Power supplies can only be accessed and serviced by a qualified technician of the manufacturer.
Adhere to the following safety guidelines to avoid personal injury when accessing the chassis.
1. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the chassis.
2. Power off the system.
3. Unplug all power cords from the system or wall outlets.
4. Disconnect all the cables and label the cables for easy identification.
5. Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge when handling components.
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Chapter 1
Overview
This chapter provides an introduction to the INH750 systems, and includes the following topics:
Product Description (on page 11 )
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Overview
Product Description
The INH750 turnkey system is your single source solution for high-impact digital signage.
INH750 is an out-of-the-box communications solution that produces powerful, multi-zone broadcast quality page layouts for immediate display on video monitors.
Main Features
These are the main features of your INH750 digital signage system.
Superior graphics: create multiple layers of independent bugs, crawls, animations, clocks and more.
Data integration: link on-air graphics with databases, data feeds, or text files for automatic updates to keep the information current.
Quick editors: modify content with fast and easy updates.
Control Choices: GPI, automation, manual.
Intuitive interface: drag and drop user interface makes it simple to learn and allows users to get to air quickly.
Multi-zone display: zones can be set up to display either, stills, rolls, crawls, animations, clocks, or video. Each zone is an independent item, and can be customized with different attributes.
Live video input: DV or composite video playback using a 3rd party capture device.
Audio output: support for video clips, or add audio to a specific zone.
Animation: import and convert sequences of TGAs from third party animation software.
Flexible scheduling: powerful weekly scheduling of Infocaster multi-zone displays.
Network Control (optional): Use the Infocaster Manager application to manage multiple Infocaster players.
Video output: support for MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, AVI and Windows Media video clips.
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System Chassis
Chassis
The following figure shows the INH750 system.
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Front Panel Power Button
To allow you to power the INH750 system on and off, the front of the system features a power button.
The blue LED above the power icon indicates when the system is on.
Figure 3: Power Icon and LED
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Front Panel
The following figure illustrates the INH750 front panel.
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Figure 4: INH750 Front Panel Connections
Back Panel
The following figure illustrates the INH750 back panel configured with the maximum options. Note that the exact component placement on your system may vary slightly depending on your system specifications.
Figure 5: INH750 Back Panel Connections
Front and Back Panel Connections
The following table lists and describes the functions of the front and back panel connectors.
Front and Back Panel Connectors Description
Port
USB
Display Connectors
Description
Four USB 2.0 ports on front
Two USB 3.0 ports on back
1 x HDMI
1 x DisplayPort
Only one video output port can be used at a time. INH750 systems automatically detect which port is attached to a monitor, and configure their output accordingly.
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Port
Audio
Network
Description
One 3.5mm stereo analog output port
Audio is also available through HDMI
The Audio Output port is disabled by default. See Enable Onboard Audio (on page 24) for
more information.
Dual Gigabit ethernet
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Additional Features
Two RS232 ports on front
802.11 n/g/b wireless (disabled by default)
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Get Started
This chapter provides information about getting started with your INH750 system.
The following topics are included in this chapter:
Installation and Placement (on page
Set Up Your System (on page 19)
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Installation and Placement
See the following sections for complete installation and placement requirements.
CAUTION
The INH750 system is passively cooled. To prevent possible overheating after installation, ensure the direction of airflow
(indicated by the "UP" arrow on the system) is unobstructed and provides adequate ventilation.
Important Airflow Considerations
Be aware of these important airflow considerations when choosing a location for your INH750 system.
Place the INH750 in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the system.
Do not place the INH750 near a heat source or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
Do not block the INH750 system's ventilation holes.
Ensure that the operating temperature specifications in the area around the unit are not violated.
See the Specifications (on page 30) section for more information.
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The INH750 can generate heat during normal operation. Allow a minimum of 10cm (4") of unobstructed space around the system, excluding the side of the unit that is mounted with the included VESA brackets or desktop feet.
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Desktop Feet
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Always use the included desktop feet when operating the INH750 system on a desktop. The feet can be screwed to the bottom of the INH750 system with the included screws.
Figure 6: INH750 Mounted on Desktop Feet
CAUTION
The INH750 system is passively cooled. To prevent possible overheating after installation, ensure the direction of airflow
(indicated by the "UP" arrow on the system) is unobstructed and provides adequate ventilation.
VESA Mounting
INH750 systems come with two mounting brackets which comply to the Flat Display Mounting Interface
(FDMI/VESA) mounting standards, allowing them to be mounted on walls, ceilings, or VESA-compliant monitors and display arms.
Note: The brackets must be mounted before inserting the INH750 system.
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After the brackets are firmly screwed to a mounting surface, follow these steps to insert the INH750 system into the brackets.
Figure 7: Brackets Attached to a VESA-Compliant Monitor
1. Locate the UP arrow on the INH750 system.
Figure 8: UP Arrow
2. Insert the INH750 system into the brackets, with the UP Arrow pointing up. Because the UP Arrow will be flush against the back of the monitor, it will not be visible when the system is placed in the brackets.
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3. Screw the INH750 system firmly into the brackets.
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Set Up Your System
Before You Turn Your System On
After you have unpacked your system, follow these steps before turning it on.
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Front Panel
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Back Panel
1. If your system came with a dongle for licensing Infocaster, attach it to one of the USB ports.
If your system is licensed through Infocaster Manager™, you will license it after turning the system on.
2. Connect the mouse and keyboard to the USB connector ports.
3. The system automatically detects which output port is attached to a monitor, and configures itself appropriately.
If you are using an HDMI monitor, attach your monitor to the HDMI port.
If you are using a VGA monitor, attach your monitor to the DisplayPort port using a DisplayPort to VGA adapter.
The system is configured to use the HDMI connection for audio output, and the onboard audio is disabled. Audio is sent to the HDMI monitor. To learn how to activate the Headphone port by
enabling onboard audio, see Change Settings (on page 24 ).
4. If you are connecting the system to a local area network, connect the system's ethernet port to your network.
5. Connect the power supply socket to a wall receptacle using the included power cable. The system automatically powers on.
In the future, the Power switch on the front of the system can be used to turn it on and off.
Turn on the System
The first time you turn on the INH750 system, it goes through the following steps.
1. A white dot appears on the screen during the BIOS post cycle.
2. Your personal settings are automatically applied.
3. The Windows 7 boot logo appears while the operating system loads.
4. You are automatically logged into the "Infocaster" user account.
5. A green dot appears on the screen when the mouse pointer appears and the task bar is hidden.
6. The Infocaster Quick Start dialog appears.
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The first time you turn on the INH750 system, the Infocaster Quick Start dialog appears. This dialog provides quick access to the settings required for video card, operating license, and Infocaster configuration.
Figure 9: Infocaster Quick Start Dialog
If you need to configure your video card (to rotate the display, for example), see Configure the Intel
HD Video Card (on page 26 ) for full instructions.
If you need to configure the Infocaster video and audio settings, or your system requires an operating license from Infocaster Manager™ you can click the Configure button in the Set Up
Infocaster Configuration Utility section of the dialog.
To learn how to connect to Infocaster Manager and request an operating license, see License a
Player with Infocaster Manager (on page 21 ).
Consult Appendix C of the Infocaster™ User Guide to learn how to configure your video and audio settings.
Note: To help you fine-tune your output settings, the Quick Start dialog automatically appears the first five times you boot your INH750 system, unless you uncheck the Show On Next Startup checkbox.
After the fifth launch, the Show On Next Startup checkbox is automatically unchecked. This is an automatic measure to prevent the Quick Start dialog from interfering with regular Infocaster operation.
License a Player with Infocaster Manager
If you are using an operating license instead of a hardware dongle to license your player, follow these steps to connect the player to your Infocaster Manager system and apply for an operating license.
Note: These steps assume that Infocaster Manager is already installed on your network.
Connect the Player to Infocaster Manager
Use the Configuration Utility on the player systems to connect players to the Infocaster Manager server and its file servers.
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Open the Configuration Utility using one of the following methods.
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From the Quick Start Dialog, click the Configure button in the Set Up Infocaster Configuration Utility section of the dialog.
From the Windows Start Menu choose Programs > Imagine Communications > Infocaster >
Configuration Utilities > Configuration Utility.
You may need to re-launch the player or reboot the system after making changes in the Configuration
Utility. The utility will prompt you if a reboot or re-launch is necessary.
1. Switch to the Player Server Account tab within the Configuration Utility.
2. Choose the type of account you will use to connect to the Infocaster Manager system’s LAN servers.
The Local System Account is a built-in default account on all Windows machines. It is designed to allow services to run, but it does not often have permission to access the network.
You can usually run the Player service with the Local System Account when accessing the
Infocaster Manager LAN file server, though it is recommended that you use an Administrator account for this service instead.
To use the Local System Account, check the Local System Account checkbox.
When using the Local System Account, check the Allow Service to Interact with Desktop to allow the Player Server to open windows on the desktop when necessary. This also allows the Player
Server to place a monitor icon in the Windows task bar.
If you are not using the Local System Account, uncheck the Local System Account checkbox and enter the account’s username, password, and domain information. Do not enter a domain if you are using a workgroup.
3. In the Player Server HTTP Account section of the tab, enter the username and password that the
Player Server will use when accessing the Infocaster Manager system’s HTTP file servers.
4. Switch to the Player Settings Tab.
5. In the System section of the tab, enter the name and physical location of the player, as well as a brief description. By default the description displays the login ID of the individual who installed the player. The player’s name is used by Infocaster Manager to select the player when sending content.
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6. In the Server Name field, enter the name of the system that Infocaster Manager is installed on.
7. Enter the port used to communicate with Infocaster Manager in the TCP/IP Port field.
8. Player systems can provide Infocaster Manager with information about the system’s operator. Use the Name, Email, and Telephone fields to enter or update the operator’s contact information. This information is displayed when player systems are selected within Infocaster Manager.
9. Check the Notify checkbox at the bottom of the tab to immediately update the Infocaster Manager when information on this tab changes.
Request License
Within the Configuration Utility, switch to the Infocaster License tab. Use the Request License section of the tab to request a new operating license from Infocaster Manager.
The list at the bottom of the tab displays the number of each license type that is currently available from
Infocaster Manager. To request a license or change your current license, check the license type you want to use. Each type allows your Infocaster system to behave in a certain way.
Infocaster Creation Station (Display Wall): Publisher systems that can create all types of Infocasts, including display walls.
Infocaster Creation Station (Regular): Publisher systems that can create any Infocasts except display walls.
Infocaster Player (Unlimited Heads): Player systems with support for unlimited output heads.
Exit the Configuration Utility to complete your license request. When you launch Infocaster, Infocaster
Manager sends the license type to your system if one is available.
Security
For security reasons we strongly suggest your administrator change or create the passwords for the following accounts.
The Administrator account.
The Infocaster user account(s).
The VNC account.
Your INH750 system comes pre configured with two user accounts.
User Account
Administrator
Infocaster
Password
Infocaster!
Infocaster
Your INH750 system comes pre configured with two UltraVNC accounts.
UltraVNC Account
View-only
Full
Password
viewonly
Infocast
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Administrator Account
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The Administrator account is intended to be used for administrating the system, and therefore provides more access to advanced settings and maintains more of the Windows look and feel. We do not recommend you operate Infocaster as an Administrator because it bypasses the optimal operating system settings that have been applied.
Launch Infocaster
To launch Infocaster, choose START > Infocaster. If you are not using the Administrator account then you will need to move your mouse cursor to the bottom of the screen to make the START button appear.
Note: After your player has started playback you will be unable to return to the desktop without shutting down Infocaster. If you need to switch back to the desktop at any time, hold down the
CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+HOME key combination for five seconds.
Change Settings
The Infocaster User Guide describes how to configure systems to use different settings. Please consult the guide for more information.
In most situations you do not need to change the configuration of the INH750 system.
Enable Onboard Audio
The INH750 system is configured to use the HDMI connection for audio output, and the onboard audio is disabled. Follow these steps if you wish to enable onboard audio and activate the Headphone port on the INH750 system.
1. Open the START menu.
2. Right-click Computer and choose Manage from the right-click menu. The Computer Management window opens.
3. Select Device Manager in the left pane. A list of devices appears in the right pane.
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4. In the right pane, look inside the Sound, Video, and Game Controllers category. There is one Intel
Display Audio device and one Realtek High Definition Audio device in the list. The Intel device is enabled, and the Realtek device is disabled.
Figure 10: Computer Management Window
5. Right-click the Intel Display Audio device and choose Disable from the right-click menu. Click the Yes button if you are asked to confirm your choice.
6. Right-click the Realtek High Definition Audio device and choose Enable from the right-click menu.
7. Reboot your system. Audio is now routed through the Headphone port.
Enable HDMI Audio Output
Follow these steps to enable HDMI audio output if you have previously disabled it.
1. Open the START menu.
2. Right-click Computer and choose Manage from the right-click menu. The Computer Management window opens.
3. Select Device Manager in the left pane. A list of devices appears in the right pane.
4. In the right pane, look inside the Sound, Video, and Game Controllers category. There is one Intel
Display Audio device and one Realtek High Definition Audio device in the list. The Intel device is disabled, and the Realtek device is enabled.
Figure 11: Sound, Video, and Game Controllers Category
5. Right-click the first Intel Display Audio device and choose Enable from the right-click menu.
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6. Right-click the Realtek Hi Definition Audio device and choose Disable from the right-click menu. Click the Yes button if you are asked to confirm your choice.
7. Reboot your system. Audio is now routed through the HDMI port.
Configure the Intel HD Video Card
In most situations you do not need to configure the video card for output. If you wish to rotate your monitor, however, you need to open the Intel HD Graphics Control Panel.
1. Make sure that your monitor is turned on and is connected to your INH750 system.
2. Make sure that Infocaster is shut down. If you have previously run Infocaster on your system, hold down the CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+HOME key combination for ten seconds to ensure that all Infocaster processes have stopped.
3. Launch the Control Panel using one of the following methods.
If the Infocaster Quick Start dialog is visible, click the Configure button in the Set Up Intel HD
Graphics Display Settings section of the dialog.
Right-click on the desktop and choose Graphics Properties from the right-click menu.
4. In the Control Panel, select the Display icon. The Display window opens.
Figure 12: Control Panel Display Window
5. Select the video card head from the Select Display drop-down list.
6. Configure the display. a. Use the Rotation options to select a Rotation configuration. b. Use the Resolution drop-down list to set the resolution of your output.
7. Click Apply to apply your settings.
The video card is configured based on the selections you chose.
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Maintenance
This chapter provides information about maintaining your INH750 system.
Chapter 3
Maintenance
Back Up Files
You should back up your files on a regular basis.
As you work with your system, you create work files that are typically saved to your hard drive. You should make a copy of these files to use as a back up in case your hard drive stops functioning properly.
The system provides two different options to back up your files. You can use (1) the CD/DVD-RW drive and the backup software supplied with your system, or (2) the network connection.
You can use a network connection or an external CD/DVD writer to back up your system.
Before you copy your files onto DVD, make sure that you have enough blank DVDs to hold the files. The
DVD-RW drive supports both writable and rewritable DVDs.
For instructions on how to use the backup software supplied with your system, use the online help included with the program.
Defragment Hard Drive
INH750DA systems should have their hard drives defragmented regularly. Select Start > Programs >
Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter to open the utility included with the operating system.
Follow the instructions included in the operating system online help.
INH750SA systems use solid-state memory and therefore do not require defragmentation.
System Restore
The restore process returns your system to the original factory settings.
The restore process completely overwrites the hard drive that contains your system files. Any additional media drives in your system are not overwritten.
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Chapter 3
Maintenance
Recovery Solutions, by PC Angel, gives you multiple options to restore your system back to a working state in the event that it has encountered problems. Using the simplest method, a non-destructive media-less recovery solution will get your system working properly within seconds. Please use this section of the manual as a resource in the event that you need to recover your system due to software and OS related problems or hard drive failure.
Note: In the event of a hard drive failure you must have created backup media.
Create Your Backup Media
To prevent data loss, it is important to back up your media to an external optical drive or USB recovery media using the PC Recovery Center. To launch the Recovery Center, open the Start Menu and select All
Programs > PC Recovery Center > PC Recovery Center.
Note: We recommend Maxell or Fuji DVDRs. We do not recommend Staples, Sony, or CDRW media.
Recovery Options
Recovery allows you to restore your system using five methods, from non-destructive to destructive. It is recommended that you recover your system in stages beginning with the non-destructive method first, which retains your user data. If necessary you can do a full system restore back to its original state.
Launch Recovery
Use one of these methods to launch Recovery.
During the reboot process, press F8 to invoke the Windows Advanced Boot Options dialog, and select the Repair Your Computer option.
Go to the Windows START menu and choose All Programs > PC Recovery Center > PC Recovery
Center.
Choose a Recovery Option
Master Boot Record Restore: Accessed through the launch method (F10) and replaces the Master
Boot Record with the original files.
MS System Restore: Accessed through both launch methods and takes you directly to Microsoft’s
System Tools for simple replacement of past data and information.
Non-Destructive Recovery: Restores the original Windows operating system and leaves the current registry intact. User installed applications and data are retained and user installed updates are reset.
System Recovery - No Format: Creates and moves all C:\ files to C:\mybackup<date> to preserve your data. The process then restores to the factory image. User applications need to be reinstalled.
Data files are still accessible in the new directory.
System Recovery - Quick Format: System is restored to its factory image and no data is retained.
Applications must be reinstalled.
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System Technical Specifications
The following table details the INH750 system’s technical specifications.
INH750 System Technical Specifications
Item
Channels
Resolution
Chassis
CPU
RAM
GPU
Display Connectors
Audio
Storage
Network
USB Ports
Additional Features
Recovery
Specification
Single channel
Up to 1080p
Small Form Factor (SFF)
Dimensions:
Height: 1.6" (40.0mm)
Width: 6.5" (165.0mm)
Depth: 8.3" (210.0mm)
Weight: 3.4lbs, 1.54kg (with power adapter)
Intel® Celeron 3205U 1.5GHz dual core
2GB DDR3
Intel® HD Graphics
1 x HDMI
1 x DisplayPort
One 3.5mm stereo analog output port
Audio is also available through HDMI
500GB hard disk drive (INH750DA) or
120GB solid state storage (INH750SA)
Dual Gigabit ethernet
Four USB 2.0 ports on front
Two USB 3.0 ports on back
Two RS232 ports on front
802.11 n/g/b wireless (disabled by default)
Bootable restore partition to return system to factory configuration
Operating System
TV Tuner (optional)
Windows 7
One RF tuner input
One RCA composite input
The TV tuners mount external to system chassis
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5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) Operating
Temperature
Relative Humidity
5% to 95% (non condensing)
Power Supply Specifications
The following table outlines the INH750 power supply specifications.
INH750 Power Supply Specifications
Power Supply
Rated AC Input Voltage
Rated Input Frequency
Power Consumption
Power Brick Dimensions
100V to 240V AC
50Hz to 60Hz
35W maximum
98mm x 56mm x 30mm
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Index
A accounts (user) • 23
Administrator account • 24
B back panel connections • 13 back up files • 28
C connect cables • 19
CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+HOME key combination • 24
D defragment hard drive • 28 dongle • 19
E ethernet port • 19
G getting started • 15 grounding • 9 building requirements • 9
H hard drive defragment • 28
I
Infocaster accounts • 23
Infocaster, launch • 24
Infocaster, shut down • 24
K keyboard • 19
L launch Infocaster • 24 local area network • 19
M mouse • 19 pointer • 20
P packing equipment for shipping • 5 passwords • 23 power button • 12
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R reset button • 12 restore system • 28
S security • 23 shipping equipment • 5 shut down Infocaster • 24 start Infocaster • 24 system restore • 28
T turn on system • 20
U unpacking equipment • 5 user accounts • 23
V
VNC account • 23
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Key features
Superior graphics
Data integration
Quick editors
Intuitive interface
Multi-zone display
Live video input
Flexible scheduling
Network Control (optional)
Frequently asked questions
The INH750 systems are configured to use the HDMI connection for audio output, and the onboard audio is disabled by default. To enable onboard audio and activate the Headphone port, follow the steps provided in the manual.
The INH750 system is passively cooled and requires adequate ventilation. Ensure that the ventilation holes are not blocked, and avoid placing the system near heat sources or direct sunlight.
You can connect the INH750 system to a network using the ethernet port located on the back panel.
