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Sharp PN-B501 Software Manual

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PN-B501
PN-B401
LCD MONITOR
SOFTWARE GUIDE

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  • Page 1 PN-B501 PN-B401 LCD MONITOR SOFTWARE GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Settings ..................................15 Updating the Software (Update) ..........................16 Information on the software license for this product ....................17 Important Information • This product has been shipped after strict quality control and product inspection. If, however, you find any failure or malfunction, contact your product dealer. • Please understand that SHARP CORPORATION bears no responsibility for errors made during use by the customer or a third party, nor for any other malfunctions or damage to this product arising during use, except where indemnity liability is recognized under law. • I f you or a third party uses the product incorrectly, or if the product is subjected to the effects of static electricity or electrical noise, or if the product malfunctions or is repaired, there is a risk that saved data will be corrupted or lost. • A lways back up important data to a USB flash drive or SD memory card. • W e bear no responsibility for protection of internal memory recorded content or related damages.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction By changing the input mode of the monitor to “APPLICATION”, you can use Android applications. The following applications can be used with the monitor. (Factory default) Play an image file or video file. This lets you use the monitor for simple signage. Media Player (see page 7) You can also distribute files from a computer on the same network that has SHARP Content Distributor ver. 1.3 or later installed. (For details, see the manual for SHARP Content Distributor.) Show programs distributed from LCD monitor management software SHARP e-Signage S. SHARP e-Signage S Player A1 For details, see the manual for SHARP e-Signage S. Show programs distributed from LCD monitor management software SHARP Digital SHARP Digital Signage Software Signage Software 4.7 (optional). 4.7 Android Viewer For details, see the manual for SHARP Digital Signage Software 4.7. Show Web-based content (HTML5). HTML5 Browser In some cases, the appearance of the content may be different from a Web browser on a computer or other device. FileExplorer Manage a file or a folder. We do not guarantee the operation of applications installed by the customer. Caution • It may take longer for some types of content to appear or play, or the content may not be displayed or play correctly. When using for signage, check the operation and display quality in advance.

  • Page 4: Change This Monitor To Application Mode

    Introduction Change this monitor to APPLICATION mode 1. Turn on this monitor power. 2. Change the input mode to “APPLICATION” with the input mode selection, or press the CONTENT MENU button. The basic screen of APPLICATION mode (CONTENT MENU screen) appears. 1.

  • Page 5: Lan Terminal / Usb Port / Sd Card Slot

    Introduction LAN terminal / USB port / SD card slot USB devices (memory device, keyboard, mouse) and an SD memory card can be used in APPLICATION mode. You can also connect to a network. 1. LAN terminal • You can connect the monitor to a network. 2. USB port • Connect USB devices (memory device, keyboard, mouse) that you want to use in APPLICATION mode. • Insert a USB flash drive to be used with Media Player in one of the USB ports indicated by “*” above. Supported USB flash drives File System FAT32 Up to 32 GB Capacity (maximum file size 4 GB) • A USB flash drive that is encrypted or has a security function cannot be used. • Use a USB flash drive with a shape that can be inserted in the USB port. Some USB flash drives with special shapes cannot be inserted. Do not forcibly insert a USB flash drive. This may damage the connector or cause failure. • Android system restrictions may prevent writing to a USB flash drive from an application that you have installed. 3. SD card slot • Insert an SD memory card.

  • Page 6: Basic Actions In Application Mode

    Introduction Basic actions in APPLICATION mode Use the remote control unit to perform actions in APPLICATION mode. 1. Numeric input buttons Use to enter numbers. 2. ENTER Enter the selected item. 3. CONTENT MENU If the input mode is set to a mode other than APPLICATION, change the input mode to APPLICATION. When the input mode is set to APPLICATION, pressing this button displays the CONTENT MENU screen. 4. Cursor These buttons are used to perform operations such as selecting applications or items, and moving the cursor. 5. RETURN Returns to the previous screen. TIPS • Buttons used vary by application.

  • Page 7: Using Media Player

    Using Media Player Select “Media Player” from the CONTENT MENU screen of APPLICATION mode. TIPS • You can set Media Player to start when the input mode is changed to APPLICATION. Select “Startup” on the CONTENT MENU screen and set Media Player. • Multiple USB flash drives cannot be used at the same time with Media Player. If you insert multiple USB flash drives, only the flash drive inserted first can be used. About the screen 1. Select the media to display the file list. Internal storage ..Internal memory used in APPLICATION mode (Android) USB drive .....USB flash drive inserted in a USB port SD card ....SD memory card inserted in the SD card slot 2. A file list appears.

  • Page 8: Using Media Player

    Using Media Player Using Media Player For the file formats that can be played, see page 13. n Changing a media To connect media, see page 5. 1. Press the button to select the media. • Internal Storage ...Internal memory used in APPLICATION mode (Android) •...
  • Page 9 Using Media Player n Editing a file (F3 button) Copying a file (1) S elect the file you want to copy. (2) S elect “Edit”, and press the ENTER button. Or, press the F3 button. (3) S elect “Copy”. (4) S how the file list of the copy destination folder. (5) S elect “Edit”, and press the ENTER button. Or, press the F3 button. (6) S elect “Paste”. Copying all files in a list (1) S elect “Edit”, and press the ENTER button. Or, press the F3 button. (2) S elect “Copy all”. (3) S how the file list of the copy destination folder. (4) S elect “Edit”, and press the ENTER button. Or, press the F3 button. (5) S elect “Paste”.

  • Page 10: Settings

    1. Select “MENU”, and press the ENTER button. Or, press the MENU button (square) on the remote control unit. 2. When you have completed the settings, press the RETURN button. Autoplay media To use Autoplay (see page 9), set the media you want to play. Files in the following folder of the selected media will play. /mediaplayer/AutoPlay Use SHARP Content Distributor Set whether or not you will use SHARP Content Distributor. Slideshow Set the play method. Shuffle Set whether or not play is shuffled during continuous play. ON ....... Shuffle OFF ......
  • Page 11 Using Media Player Schedule A playlist can also be played at a specified time. Up to 7 schedule items can be registered. Schedule play Enable/disable the SCHEDULE. Start time Specify the time when playing of the playlist will start. Set the time on a 24-hour basis. If this monitor is in standby mode, this monitor turns power on and then start play. End time Specify the time when playing of the playlist will stop. Set the time on a 24-hour basis. Repeat Only once ........The Schedule will be executed once only. The Schedule setting is cleared after the schedule is executed. Repeat .......... Executes the Schedule on the specified time every day. Select content folder Specify the playlist you want to play.

  • Page 12: Operations During Play

    Using Media Player Operations during play (1) PLAY: Restart play the paused file. (2) PAUSE: Pause play. (3) RETURN: Return to the file list. (4) STOP: Stop play.
  • Page 13 Using Media Player n Formats supported by Media Player File formats that can be played in Media Player are indicated below. The operation of formats not indicated in the table is not guaranteed. TIPS • Some files may not play even if the format is supported. • Some content types and conditions may cause a longer time until play starts, dropped frames, or delays. • When using for Media Player, check the operation and display quality in advance. Image files Extension Display capability...

  • Page 14: Showing Web-Based Content (Html5 Browser)

    Showing Web-based content (HTML5 browser) n Setting the start page When first using the HTML5 browser, you must set the content that is shown initially. 1. Select “Startup” from the CONTENT MENU screen of APPLICATION mode. 2. Select “HTML”. Or, press the F2 button. 3. To show content in local storage (1) S elect “File”. (2) S pecify the HTML content you want to show.

  • Page 15: Settings

    Settings You can configure settings for APPLICATION mode. Also check the “Menu Items” in the Operation Manual such as video and audio settings. Select “Setup” from the CONTENT MENU screen of APPLICATION mode. n Setup Date & time Set the date and time. Screen resolution (HDMI Mode) Set the screen resolution of APPLICATION mode.

  • Page 16: Updating The Software (Update)

    Updating the Software (Update) You can update the APPLICATION mode OS and factory-installed applications. (A network environment that allows access to the internet is required.) Select “Update” from the CONTENT MENU screen of APPLICATION mode. The first time you run the Update, a region selection screen will appear. Select your region. 1.

  • Page 17: Information On The Software License For This Product

    Information on the software license for this product nSoftware composition The software included in this product is comprised of various software components whose individual copyrights are held by SHARP or by third parties. This product also makes use of freely distributed software and software components whose copyrights are held by third parties. nSoftware copyrights The copyrights of some software components incorporated in the monitor require that the license be displayed. The licenses of these software components are shown below. SIL Open Font License “Noto Mono” and “Noto Sans CJK JP” licensed under the SIL Open Font License http://www.google.com/get/noto/#/ The Atmel ® Software Framework (ASF) Copyright (c) 2009-2016 Atmel Corporation. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. 2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. 3. The name of Atmel may not be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission. 4. This software may only be redistributed and used in connection with an Atmel microcontroller product. THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY ATMEL “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT ARE EXPRESSLY AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL ATMEL BE LIABLE...
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