Q. What is the difference between M-4100SH and M-5100SH?

A. Functionaly, they are exactly same. The only differences are the shape and the material of the case. Also optional DTV tuner is diffrent. M-5100SH tends to be a little quieter since its Aluminum case helps to dissipate the heat and the fan run slower as a consequence.

Q. How do I make TVIX have the Wireless network connection ?
A. You can attache USB Wi-fi adaptor for Wi-fi connection.

However, the compatible adapters are limited. Please check the exact model.
a. You can choose the default network between Wired and Wireless.
b. The list of compatible list
i. D-Link DWL-G122 (HW ver. C1)
ii. Linksys WUSB54GC
iii. Belkin F5D7050 with Ralink chip (ver. 3000 or 3001 only)
Not compatible with Belkin F5D7050 latest version 4000 or later


You can download and find out how to install the wireless function onto Tvix. To download , Click Right button onto HERE then choose [Save Target As]

Q. How to browse files with icons ?
A.
1. Make a empty file named as "icon.tvix" on the folder that you want to browse by icon.
2. The file name for the file used for the icon files is case sensitive, it must be the exact same name as the media file except that the extension must be jpg or png(if you want to use transparency, set the transparency color as 0xC8C8C8.)
3. To show the folder as icon, please put "folder.jpg" or "folder.png" on the folder.
4. You can customize the upfolder icon by put upfolder.png or upfolder.jpg on a folder. You will see the changed the upfolder icon when you are on the folder.
· The maximum icon size is 720 * 480, and the best size is 100 * 136 for JPG.
· If you want to make transparent icons, you must make it PNG and the size must be 100*136.
The file name is case sensitive.

Q. How to copy files without PC ?
A. With M4100SH/5100SH, you can copy files from Netowrk share, USB, or internal disk to USB and internal disk. For the detail, please check below.
1. Go to the folder which contains source files.
2. Press Function key on the remote and select the Copy icon on the popup then select files with Ok key.
3. After selection, press Function key again then OSD will be changed from Source to Target.
4. Go to the target folder and press Function key again then you can see Copy or Cancel icon, then select Copy then files will be copied.

Q. Safe Mode Firmware Upgrade
A. < Upgrading the Safe Mode - Instructions and Precautions>
If the power runs out or is shut down by accident, you will have to restart the Safe Mode Upgrade.
Please refer to the following Instructions:
1. First connect the TViX to your PC
2. Create a 'tvixfw' folder to the first partition of the TViX hard disk.
3. Copy the most recent firmware file to the tvixfw folder after extract the firmware.
4. Disconnect the TVIX from your PC using Safe Remove feature of WIndows.
5. While pressing the SETUP button, turn 'ON' the power of the TVIX.
6. The copied firmware will be displayed on the VFD screen as 'HDD1/FW 1:01:00"
7. If you press the OK button on the remote control or the TVIX, it will start the firmware upgrade.
8. The PRE message and numbers will be displayed when erasing the previous firmware.
9. When upgrading, the VFD, UPG and numbers will be displayed.
10. When the upgrading process is finished the TViX will reboot automatically and the initial screen will be

displayed on the TV.

* If the firmware cannot be upgraded with the Safe Mode, it means that either the loader is damaged or the hard disk cannot read the firmware. In such cases, please consult with the technical support team.

Q. Can I attach an external DVD and use the TViX?
A. Yes, you can attach an external DVD-ROM and playback copied files. However, authentic DVD files which are prohibited from copying can not be played.

Q. Can I listen to music without turning on the TV?
A. Yes, it’s possible. If a speaker, home theater or other audio devices are connected, you simply have to set the autorun setting. then copy your music files into the autorun folder. Then you will be able to listen to all your music without turning on the TV.

Q. Can the firmware upgrade be done easily? Does it require any special installation or software?
A. After copying the firmware into the TViX HDD, you only have to run the firmware through.
So the firmware can be upgraded quite easily and it does not require any special installations/softwares.

Q. Can the TViX HD be used in vehicles?
A. Yes, with an inverter which supports AC 100-220V, it can be used in vehicles (static noise may occur).

Q. What do you mean by the DVD Jukebox?
A. <The DVD Jukebox Function>
If you copy DVD titles to the hard disk of your TViX you will be able to use all navigation functions such as checking the language, changing the subtitle setting, checking the chapter and so forth just like an actual DVD player. Once you fill your hard disk with all the DVDs, you will be able to playback all these movies without having to change DVDs every time you wish to switch movies. This proves to be very convenient and it can also playback. DVD files faster than an actual DVD player.

Q. What is the USB Host function for?
A.The USB Host function refers to a USB external device which can be recognized by the TVIX when connected.
With this function you will be able to read and play data stored in other external hard disks.
Currently there are two USB ports which support this.

Q. Can I copy files from an external USB storage device to the TViX media players that support the USB host function ?
A. No, you can't copy files from an external USB. However, you can read (access) files from a USB to your TViX HD.

Q. Why cannot play ISO or IFO file ?
A. We recommend to rip with DVD shrink 3.2 again.

Q. Will the TV Tuner for TVIX (T530 or T430) be enable me to watch and record British Freeview channels on my HiDef LCD TV?
A. If the TV channel is free-to-air DVB-T (freeview) signal, then you can receive this channel or record to TVIX relevant models.

Q. If so, do I need a normal Freeview box as well?
A. Our Tuner (T430 and T530) is DVB-T (freeview) Settop box.

Q. Can I stream my music and movies directly from my PC or do I need to transfer them to the TVIX M-5000A (or other network enabled players) first ?
A. TVIX supports both the wired LAN and wireless LAN, so you can play music and movies directly from your PC without transferring files to the hard drive installed.

Q. With T430 or T530 tuner, can I watch one program whilst recording another?
A. This function is not supporting. It is because they have one single tuner inside.

Q. Can I make a recording whilst watching a movie or listening to music on the Hard Drive ?
A. This function is not supporting, as it does not support dual mode.

Q. Other questinos not listed above ?
A. Please send us your specific questino by e-mail. Then we will answer individually.