JOY-IT Multimedia Case for Raspberry Pi 4

1. Assembling

Follow these steps to assemble the JOY-IT Multimedia Case for your Raspberry Pi 4.

1. Disassemble the Housing: The first step is to take apart the case. It is designed to be easily separated into its individual parts, as the case is attached with magnets.

   Diagram: Shows the main black case, internal white frame, and other small components.

2. Connect AUX and Install SD Card: Connect the AUX plug to the jack socket on the Raspberry Pi. Insert the pre-written SD card into the Raspberry Pi. For more details on software installation, refer to Chapter 2. It is also recommended to attach the heat sink to the CPU of the Raspberry Pi at this stage.

   Diagram: Shows the Raspberry Pi 4 board with ports labeled (HDMI, USB, Ethernet). Close-up of the Raspberry Pi 4 board with a red box highlighting the CPU area where the heat sink should be attached.

3. Connect MicroHDMI and AUX Cable: Connect the small board to the two microHDMI connectors on the Raspberry Pi. Optionally, connect the cable from the AUX connector to the appropriate socket on the circuit board. Ensure the cable lies as flat as possible against the board to prevent space issues.

   Diagram: Shows the Raspberry Pi 4 board with the small daughterboard connected to the microHDMI ports. Another view shows the AUX cable being connected.

4. Mount Raspberry Pi: Place the Raspberry Pi, with its circuit board, onto the bottom part of the case.

   Diagram: Shows the Raspberry Pi 4 board positioned inside the base of the multimedia case.

5. Attach Center Piece: In the next step, attach the center piece of the case and push the connection panel into its designated spot.

   Diagram: Shows the center frame being fitted into the case, and the connection panel being inserted.

6. Position Main Board: Place the main Raspberry Pi board onto the GPIO header pins of the case's internal structure. The circuit board should be inserted at a slight angle to ensure the connections fit easily into the panel.

   Important: If using the audio cable, ensure it does not interfere with the jumper pins on the bottom of the board, as this can prevent the top PCB from mounting correctly.

   Diagram: Shows the Raspberry Pi board being angled and seated onto the case's internal connectors.

7. Connect Fan: Connect the fan, which is attached to the case cover, to the main board. Ensure the red cable is connected to the '+' terminal and the black cable to the '-' terminal.

   Diagram: Close-up of the fan's red and black wires being connected to the appropriate pins on the Raspberry Pi board.

8. Final Assembly: Place the cover onto the case. Your case is now completely assembled.

   Your case features a removable lid, allowing continued access to the Raspberry Pi's GPIO pins even when the case is closed.

   Diagram: Shows the fully assembled multimedia case for the Raspberry Pi 4.

2. Software Installation

Before the multimedia case can be used, an operating system needs to be installed on the SD card. If you have already written an image file to an SD card or purchased a kit with a pre-written SD card, you may skip this chapter.

The JOY-IT configured LibreELEC image can be downloaded from www.joy-it.net.

1. Download the image file (typically in .zip format) to your PC. After unpacking, you will obtain a file with the .img extension.
2. Connect a microSD card to your PC.
3. Start the Win32 Disk Imager software. Select the downloaded image file and the correct drive letter for your microSD card.
4. Click 'Write' to transfer the image onto the SD card.

Once the card is written with the operating system, it can be inserted into the microSD card slot of the Raspberry Pi.

3. Connection

This chapter details how to connect your Raspberry Pi, housed in the Multimedia Case, to your TV for media playback. For the initial setup of the Raspberry Pi, a mouse and keyboard must be temporarily connected.

Power Connection: Connect the power supply to the Raspberry Pi.

microHDMI Connection: Use HDMI0 if you are using only one monitor, especially for 4K resolution. HDMI1 can be used for a second display.

Optional Network Connection: For optimal performance, the Raspberry Pi should have a network connection via cable or Wi-Fi.

GPIO Pinout: The case provides access to the Raspberry Pi's GPIO pins.

4. Putting Into Operation

After successfully connecting the case to your device, you can start the Raspberry Pi using the on/off button.

Upon the first startup, you will be prompted to make initial settings for both the Raspberry Pi and the case. These settings cannot be cancelled.

5. Usage

The prepared image includes add-ons to personalize your Multimedia Case. These add-ons can be found in Kodi under Add-ons → Program add-ons. The following sections provide detailed explanations of these functions.

Multimedia Case Configuration

This add-on allows you to activate or modify specific functions of the Multimedia Case to further personalize your experience.

Fan Control

This feature allows you to adjust the fan speed based on the Raspberry Pi's temperature. For this to function, the jumper labeled 'FanCntrl' must be set to the 'ON' position. If the jumper is set to 'OFF', the fan will run continuously at its maximum speed.

PowerOff-Button

This program enables you to assign a button from any remote control as the on/off button for the Multimedia Case. Additional buttons for system control can be configured within the 'IR Control Configuration' add-on.

When a new key is learned, the Multimedia Case will flash a colorful light. You then need to press any key three times to set it as the PowerOff-Button. Upon receiving a signal, the Multimedia Case will light up white. If a different key is pressed than the one previously used, the case will light up red, and you will need to repeat the three-press sequence. The case will light green once a new PowerOff-Button has been successfully set.

Multimedia Case LED Configuration

This add-on allows you to customize the LEDs on the case. You can select different effects or static colors and adjust their brightness. Note that this add-on is only compatible with firmware version 1.0.1 or higher.

LED Colour Mode

Since firmware version v1.0.1, the board supports setting the LEDs. This allows you to switch off the LEDs when the Raspberry Pi is powered off. You can choose from the following three color modes:

• Standard colour mode
• Only pulsating
• Only confirming

The Raspberry Pi will reboot after a successful setup by Hyperion.

IR Control Configuration

This add-on lets you configure a remote control of your choice. It is useful if you prefer to use a separate remote for Kodi operation instead of HDMI-CEC (your TV's remote). The add-on guides you through saving each necessary button from your remote to control Kodi, eliminating the need for a keyboard or mouse.

Note: You will not receive visual feedback when pressing a key, only a message confirming that the key has been set.

The Raspberry Pi will restart after successful adjustment.

6. Further Information

Information and Take-back Obligations according to the German Electronic Law (ElektroG)

Symbol on Electrical and Electronic Products: The crossed-out bin symbol indicates that electrical and electronic products should not be disposed of with household waste. You must hand over your old appliance to a designated collection point. Before doing so, remove any used batteries and replacement batteries that are not enclosed within the device.

Return Options:

• As an end-user, you can hand over your old appliance (which has essentially the same functions as the new one purchased) free of charge for disposal when buying a new device.
• Small devices (with outer dimensions less than 25 cm) can be handed in for disposal independently of purchasing a new product, provided they are in normal household quantities.

1. Possibility of return at our company location during our opening hours:

SIMAC Electronics Handel GmbH, Pascalstr. 8, D-47506 Neukirchen-Vluyn

2. Possibility of return nearby:

JOY-IT can send you a parcel stamp to return your old appliance free of charge. For this service, please contact them via email at service@joy-it.net or by telephone.

Information about Package:

Please package your old appliance securely for transport. If you do not have suitable packaging material or prefer not to use your own, you can contact JOY-IT, and they will provide an appropriate package.

7. Support

If you have any questions or encounter problems after your purchase, JOY-IT is available via email, telephone, and their ticket support system.

• E-Mail: service@joy-it.net
• Ticket-system: http://support.joy-it.net
• Telephone: +49 (0)2845 98469 – 66 (available from 10:00 to 17:00)

For further information, visit their website: www.joy-it.net

Published: 01.04.2021

SIMAC Electronics GmbH, Pascalstr. 8, 47506 Neukirchen-Vluyn