Provision GIP-HDVR-2001 Manuel utilisateur
Video
Streamer
Quick Set
Up Guide
Model: GIP
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HDVR
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2001
Provision live video streaming allows you to view your favourite programmes
from anywhere in the home using your smart phone or tablet device
connected through your home router.
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The Provision Video Streamer
Package Contents
Video
Streamer
Quick Set Up Guide
all Plug Power Supply
Ethernet Adaptor
Ethernet Cable
To avoid permanent damage to
the Video Streamer, use only
the power supply provided.
Tablet or Mobile Phone Requirements
Apple iPad, iPod touch and iPhone
-iOS v5 or above
-Requires installation of a third-party app
Android tablets and smart phones
-Android 3.01 and above
-Requires installation of a Provision app (alternative apps are available)
For an up-to-date list of devices that have been tested, and are known to work, go to
http://www.provision-comm.com/support.
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ome Router Requirements
The Provision Video Streamer connects to the wireless broadband router of the home network
using the supplied Ethernet dongle and cable. Any broadband wireless router should be
suitable, but verify that –
-it has a spare Ethernet socket
-the tablet or smart phone can connect by iFi to the home router.
Rear Panel
Side Panel USB Socket
The Ethernet adaptor connects to the USB socket on the side of the unit. Remove the
protective rubber bung before connecting.
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Quick Start
STEP 1 - Install the Video Streamer
Connect the HDMI output of the set-top box to the HDMI input of the Video
Streamer using a good quality HDMI cable.
Connect the TV output of the Video Streamer to an HDMI input of the TV using a
good quality HDMI cable.
Connect the Ethernet Adaptor to the Video Streamer USB socket (on side of unit)
Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the socket of the Ethernet adaptor.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a free socket of your home network
router.
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STEP 2 - Connect power
Connect the power supply to the power input of the Video Streamer.
Plug the power supply into a mains socket and switch on.
Turn on power to the TV and set top box.
Verify that programs can be seen on the TV.
The Video Streamer will automatically connect to your home network router.
STEP 3 - Check indicator lights
To confirm correct operation, check the front panel LED indicators, and the blue LED
indicator on the Ethernet adaptor.
All indicator lights should be on. (The streaming light flashes blue for two minutes
after connecting power.) If this is not the case, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide,
page 9.
front panel
Ethernet adaptor
Streaming Power
LED Description
Streaming Blue, or Blue Flashing : Normal operation
Power Green
Flashing Amber
:
:
Normal operation
Ethernet cable disconnected
Ethernet
adaptor
Blue
Off
:
:
Ethernet connected
Ethernet cable disconnected
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STEP 4 - Watch TV via an Apple iPad or iPhone
If you have an Android device, skip to Step 5
A media player application is required. Numerous players are available for iOS, but
we recommend AirPlayer which can be purchased from the Apple App store.
Install a media player. AirPlayer is recommended.
Start the AirPlayer App.
Select the Settings menu of the AirPlayer App., and adjust the settings as follows –
-Cache size – set to 20 MB (which is the maximum)
-Dual core decoder – if this option is present, set to ON
-TV Out – set to OFF
-Plugin – set to Quick ime
Ensure that the iPad or iPhone is connected via iFi to your home router. The iFi
symbol should be displayed in the status bar at the top of the screen -
Note that it is not possible to connect to the Video Streamer via a mobile network.
Go to the Device List of the AirPlayer App, and tap to select the Provision Video
Streamer. It will have a name in the form Provision-nnn .
Tap again to select HDMI_LIVE –
Tap again to select HDMI_A –
Video will start playing after a few seconds.
In case of difficulty see the Troubleshooting Guide, page 9.
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STEP 5 - Watch TV via an Android Tablet or Phone
If you have an Apple device, see Step 4
A media player application is required. Numerous players are available for Android,
but we recommend the Provision Dlive Streamer which can be downloaded from
the Google Play store.
See Frequently Asked Questions, page 10, for guidance on using alternative Android
apps.
Install Provision HDlive Streamer. This is a free App from the Google Play store.
Ensure that the tablet or phone is connected via iFi to your home router. The iFi
symbol should be displayed in the status bar at the top of the screen -
Note that it is not possible to connect to the Video Streamer via a mobile network.
Start Provision HDlive Streamer.
The Video Streamer will be listed
on the start-up page. (If you have
more than one Video Streamer,
they will all be listed here.)
Tap to select the Video Streamer –
in this example Provision-029 .
Video will start playing after a few seconds.
In case of difficulty see the Troubleshooting Guide, page 9.
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Alternative Android App – BubbleUPnP
he recommended App for Android is Provision HDlive Streamer, see Step 5
Install the free App BubbleUPnP from the Google Play Store
Ensure that the tablet or phone is connected via iFi to your home router. The iFi
symbol should be displayed in the status bar at the top of the screen -
Note that it is not possible to connect to the Video Streamer via a mobile network.
Start the BubbleUPnP App, tap to
select DEVICES, and tap to select
the Provision Video Streamer. It
will have a name starting with
‘Provision’
Tap to select library, then tap to
Select HDMI_A.
BubbleUPnP works in conjunction with a separate media player. You may be
presented with a choice of players. Choose the default player for your device.
(Typically, the default player is Video player for Samsung devices, and Streaming
Media Player for HTC.)
Video will start playing after a few seconds.
In case of difficulty see the Troubleshooting Guide, page 9.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Many issues can be solved by carefully checking that all connections
to the Video Streamer are correct and undamaged.
Please refer to the Quick Start instructions, page 4
.
The Ethernet Connected indicator is off
There is no connection to the home router. Check that the following are properly
connected (see diagram page 4) -
-Ethernet adaptor to Video Streamer
-Ethernet cable to Ethernet adaptor
-Ethernet cable to home router
If the Ethernet Connected indicator is still off:
-turn the Video Streamer off and then on
-turn the home router off and then on
I do not see my Video Streamer in the Devices list, or video does not start playing on my
phone or tablet
-Check that the phone or tablet is connected to the Home ireless Router, and that
the iFi symbol appears in the status bar at the top of the screen. Settings can
be changed under Settings, iFi. Note that it is not possible to connect to the Video
Streamer via a mobile network.
-Check that the STB and Video Streamer are turned on, and that video can be seen on
the TV.
-Turn the Video Streamer off and then on.
For Apple devices:
-On the Device List page of the media player app., tap the refresh button
-Reselect the Provision Video Streamer.
For Android devices:
-Exit the Provision HDlive Streamer app
-Restart the Provision HDlive Streamer app
There is no picture on the TV
-Check both HDMI cables are connected correctly, using the correct sockets In and TV
of the Video Streamer (see diagram page 4)
-Check that the Video Streamer is on. The Video Streamer should be on to watch TV)
-Turn the Video Streamer off and then on.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ow do I set-up the units?
This is a simple procedure. See Quick Start, page 4.
Are all home WiFi routers supported?
The tablet or phone needs to connect to the router via iFi, so check that this is possible.
Other than that, the router should have a free Ethernet socket. A recent iFi routers
supporting the faster 802.11n is preferred when streaming to several devices
simultaneously.
Are all source devices supported?
Virtually all STBs, Blu-ray players and other sources with an HDMI output are supported.
Does the Video Streamer support both Standard Definition (SD) and igh Definition
( D)?
Yes. All common video formats SD and HD are supported at the video input and loop
through output to the TV. See also video streaming format in the Video Streamer –
Advanced Settings section.
Can I connect more than one phone or tablet at the same time?
Yes, certainly. e test four simultaneous connections. Depending on your iFi network,
you may be able to connect even more. Of course, everyone sees the same programme.
ow long does the Video Streamer take to start-up?
The Video Streamer is ready to stream video within one minute of power on.
Can I show different channels on the TV and on the phone or tablet
The streamed video is always the same as the video on the loop-through output of the
unit. However, the TV can still display video from any of its other inputs – second HDMI,
SCART, aerial, etc.
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