ASHATA HD Mini Media Player User Manual

1. Introduction

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the ASHATA HD Mini Media Player. Designed for high-definition media playback, this device supports a wide range of video and audio formats, offering versatile connectivity options for your home entertainment system. Please read this manual carefully before operating the device to ensure proper use and optimal performance.

Figure 1.1: Front view of the ASHATA HD Mini Media Player, showing the "HD MEDIA BOX 1080P" label.

2. Package Contents

Please check the package carefully to ensure all items are present and in good condition:

• ASHATA HD Mini Media Player
• Remote Control
• Power Adapter (5.4V/2A)
• AV Cable

Figure 2.1: All components included in the ASHATA HD Mini Media Player package.

3. Product Features

• High Compatibility: Supports all mainstream HD movie formats, 1080P decoding, with a decoding bit rate up to 100 Mbps.
• Powerful Power Supply: High-quality 5.4V/2A power supply capable of driving a 2.5-inch 1TB mobile external hard drive.
• Multi-language OSD & Subtitle Support: Video mode supports multiple OSD languages (including Chinese) and external SRT subtitles. External subtitles can be resized, moved, and color-changed.
• Resume Playback Function: Features a breakpoint playback function.
• Compact Design: Beautiful appearance and small size, ideal for placement next to a TV.
• Extensive Video Decoding Support: Supports RM/RMVB (Real8/9/10) video decoding up to 1080P (1920*1080), H.264 decoding (MKV, MOV, AVI, M2TS, TP, TRP, IFO, ISO) up to 1080P, and WMV9/VC-1 up to 1080P.
• Wide Remote Control Range: Remote control receiving module with an effective distance of up to 5 meters. The player adopts a special ultra-long-distance 12M night light infrared remote control.
• External Storage Support: Supports USB flash drives, mobile hard drives, SD cards, and 2.5T (3.5-inch) mobile hard drives.
• Rich Video Output Interfaces: Features HDMI1.3 digital interface, YUV component video terminal, and AV output.
• Low Power Consumption: One of the lowest power consumption media players in the industry.
• External Storage Switch Function: Supports one-key switch selection of external storage media.
• Supported Languages: Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, Japanese, Korean, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Turkish, Czech, Russian, Hungarian.

4. Setup Guide

4.1 Connecting to a Display Device

The ASHATA HD Mini Media Player offers multiple output options to connect to your TV or monitor:

• HDMI Connection: For the best video and audio quality, connect an HDMI cable (not included) from the HDMI port on the media player to the HDMI input on your TV.
• AV Connection: Use the provided AV cable to connect the media player's AV output to the corresponding AV input (Yellow for video, Red for right audio, White for left audio) on your TV.
• YPrPb (Component) Connection: If your TV supports component input, connect a YPrPb cable (not included) from the media player's YPrPb ports to your TV's component input.

Figure 4.1: Rear panel connections including AV, YPrPb, HDMI, and DC 5V power input.

4.2 Power Connection

Connect the provided power adapter to the DC 5V input port on the media player, then plug the adapter into a power outlet.

4.3 Inserting Storage Devices

The media player supports various external storage devices:

• USB Devices: Insert a USB flash drive or external USB hard drive into the USB HOST port.
• SD/MMC Cards: Insert an SD or MMC card into the SD/MMC card slot.

Figure 4.2: Illustrates the insertion of a USB drive and an SD/MMC card into the media player.

5. Operating Instructions

5.1 Basic Operation

1. Power on the media player using the remote control or the power button on the device (if available).
2. Select the correct input source on your TV (e.g., HDMI1, AV, Component).
3. Use the remote control to navigate the on-screen menu.
4. Select the desired storage device (USB or SD/MMC).
5. Browse through your media files (videos, music, photos).
6. Press the OK button to play a selected file.

5.2 Remote Control Functions

Familiarize yourself with the remote control buttons for optimal navigation and playback control:

Figure 5.1: Layout of the remote control for the ASHATA HD Mini Media Player.

• ON/STANDBY: Power on/off the device.
• MUTE: Mute/unmute audio.
• AV/HDMI/OSD: Input source selection / On-Screen Display settings.
• Navigation Buttons (Up, Down, Left, Right, OK): Navigate menus and confirm selections.
• MENU: Access the main menu.
• MOVIE, MUSIC, PHOTO: Directly access media categories.
• ZOOM, ROTATION, FILE, GOTO: Playback control and file management options.
• REPEAT, AUDIO, SUBTITLE, SETUP: Playback settings and system setup.
• VOLUME +/-: Adjust volume.
• PLAY/PAUSE, PREV, NEXT, FF, FR, STOP: Standard media playback controls.

5.3 Supported Media Formats

The player supports a wide array of media formats:

• Video Decoding: H.263, H.264, VC-1, MPEG1/2/4-HD, Xvid, WMV, RV
• Video Formats: MKV, AVI, TS/TP, M2TS, RM/RMVB, MOV, VOB, FLV, WMV
• Audio Encoding: DTS AC3 FLAC AAC
• Audio Formats: MP3, OGG, WMA, APE
• Image Formats: JPEG, GIF, BMP
• Subtitle Formats: ASS, SSA, SUB

6. Maintenance

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your ASHATA HD Mini Media Player, follow these maintenance guidelines:

• Cleaning: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the device. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosols, as they may damage the unit.
• Ventilation: Ensure the device is placed in a well-ventilated area to prevent overheating. Do not block any ventilation openings.
• Storage: When not in use for extended periods, store the device in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
• Power Off: Always power off the device properly before disconnecting it from the power source or removing storage devices.

7. Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues with your media player, refer to the following common problems and solutions:

8. Specifications

9. Warranty and Support

ASHATA products are designed for reliability and performance. For any support inquiries or warranty information, please refer to the seller's policy or contact ASHATA customer service through their official channels.

Please note that information regarding spare parts availability and guaranteed software updates is not available for this product.