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Quick Installation Guide / Guide d'installation rapide/ szybki przewodnik po instalacji

For complete user manual, please see included CD or visit our website at www.patriotmem.com
Für vollständige Bedienungsanleitung finden Sie mitgelieferten CD oder besuchen Sie unsere Website unter www.patriotmem.com
Pour manuel d'utilisation complet, s'il vous plaît voir inclus CD ou visiter notre site Web à l'www.patriotmem.com
W celu uzyskania pełnych instrukcji można znaleźć na dołączonym dysku CD lub odwiedzić naszą stronę internetową www.patriotmem.com

Connect to display device like HD TV flat panel


Verbinden mit Gerät anzeigen möchten HD-TV-Flachbildschirm
Se connecter à un dispositif de visualisation comme panneau HD TV à écran plat
Podłącz do TV za pomocą dołączonego HDMI lub Composit

Select a media file from sources such as hard disk, USB drive, networked computer or storage.
Wählen Sie eine Mediendatei aus Quellen wie Festplatte, USB-Stick, Netzwerk-Computer oder Lagerung.
Sélectionnez un fichier multimédia à partir de sources telles que disque dur, lecteur USB, ordinateur en réseau ou de stockage.
Wybierz plik multimedialny ze źródeł takich jak dysk twardy ( HDD lub SSD ) , pamięć USB, komputer w sieci lub serwer.

Connect to network with Ethernet or Wireless G adapter


Connect to Network mit Ethernet oder Wireless-G-Adapter
Connecter au réseau via Ethernet ou sans fil G Adaptateur
Połącz się z siecią Ethernet lub Wireless-G Adapter Power switch/wyłącznik zasilania/Netzschalter

AC Adapter

Power on, and browse file to play


Macht auf, und wechseln Sie Datei abzuspielen
tension, et consulter le fichier à lire
Włącz zasilanie, i przeglądaj zgromadzone pliki.
Contents
1. Product Information .................................................................................................. 3 
1.1 Specification ......................................................................................................... 3 
1.2 Package Contents ................................................................................................ 5 
2. Easy Installation Guide ............................................................................................ 6 
2.1 Front/Back Panel .................................................................................................. 6 
2.2 HDD Installation (Optional) ................................................................................. 7 
3. Using PBO CORE HD Multimedia Player ................................................................ 8 
3.1 Remote Control & Layout3.2 Getting Started ................................................... 8 
3.2 Getting Started ................................................................................................... 10 
3.2.1 Connect PBO Core to your TV ................................................................... 10 
3.2.2 Starting PBO Core...................................................................................... 10 
3.2.3 Setup .......................................................................................................... 11 
3.2.3.1 Audio .................................................................................................... 12 
3.2.3.2 Video ................................................................................................... 13 
3.2.3.3 Network ................................................................................................ 14 
3.2.3.4 System ................................................................................................ 15 
3.2.3.5 MISC ................................................................................................... 16 
3.2.4 Brows & Play .............................................................................................. 17 
3.2.4.1 Play Movies .......................................................................................... 18 
3.2.4.2 Play Music ........................................................................................... 20 
3.2.4.3 Music Player......................................................................................... 21 
3.2.4.4 Show Photos ....................................................................................... 25 
3.2.4.5 Adding content to PLAYLIST ............................................................... 26 
3.2.4.6 Slide Show .......................................................................................... 27 
3.2.4.7 File Copy ............................................................................................. 28 
3.2.5 IMS Menus.................................................................................................. 29 
4. Transcoding Software ............................................................................................ 33 
4.1 Install and run Transcode Server.........................................................................33
4.2 Adding Share Folders on PC ............................................................................... 33 
4.3 Connect to File Sharing Folders and BitTorrent Download ................................. 35 
4.3.1 Set up the PBO Core.................................................................................. 35 
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4.3.2 Connect to File Sharing Folder................................................................... 36 
4.3.3 Connect to BT Download Management ..................................................... 36 
4.3.4 Account Management................................................................................. 37 
Frequently Asked Questions: ................................................................................. 38 

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1. Product Information

1.1 Specification

Hardware Specifications

RCA Composite Out x1


Video Output
HDMI 1.3 Out x1
RCA Audio Out L/R x1
Audio Output
SPDIF(Optical) x1
Exterior Interfaces
File transfer port USB 2.0 Host port x2
Data transfer with
USB 2.0 mini port x1
PC
Ethernet 10/100Mbps RJ-45 x1

Wireless Adapter: (Optional)

Product Description Product Part Number


Patriot USB 802.11n Wi-Fi adapter PCBOWAV2-N

Note: For greatest compatibility it is recommend that you use the Patriot USB
802.11n Wi-Fi adapter

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Software Specifications

MPG/MPEG/DAT support up to
MPEG-1
1080p
MPG/MPEG/VOB/ISO/IFO/TS/
MPEG-2
TP/M2TS up to 1080p
MP4/AVI/MOV support up to
MPEG-4
1080p
DivX 3/4/5/6/7,
AVI/MKV/ support up to 1080p
Video Xvid
Decoding TS/AVI/MKV/MOV/M2TS
H.264, AVC
(Movie) support up to 1080p
WMV 9 WMV support up to 1080p
FLV FLV support up to 1080p
Multi-Media ISO ISO image
Support
Real Video
RM/RMVB support up to 720p
8/9/10
Dolby™ Digital AC3, DTS
Audio MPEG-I Layer 1/2/3, MPEG-II Layer 1/2, Real
Decoding Audio, AAC, WMA, LPCM
(Movie) HDMI RAW/SPDIF RAW output to Amplifier for
decoding 5.1/7.1 audio channels
Audio
WMA, MP3, Real Audio (RA), WAV, OGG, AAC,
Decoding
FLAC
(Music)
Picture
JPEG, BMP, PNG
Format

Note: Product features and specifications are subject to change at any time without
notice

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1.2 Package Contents

Package Contents
1 x PBO Core HD Multimedia Player
1 x Remote Control
2 x AAA Battery
1 x AC Power Adaptor
1 x HDMI Cable
1 x Composite A/V Cable
1 x USB Data Cable
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x User CD

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2. Easy Installation Guide

2.1 Front/Back Panel

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2.2 HDD Installation (Optional)

NOTE: PBO Core can play back your media files through any connected USB
storage device, over home network via built-in Ethernet, wireless network* or internal
HDD/ SSD storage. * Using an optional Wi-Fi adapter.

Step 1: Remove the


two screws from the
rear panel and slide
out the tray.

Step 2: Connect a
2.5” SATA HDD or
SSD to the SATA
connector

Step 3: Secure the


drive to the tray by
installing the screws
on both sides of the
drive

Step 4: Slide the tray back into the outer case of PBO Core and secure
the tray by installing the two screws removed in Step 1

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3. Using PBO CORE HD Multimedia Player

3.1 Remote Control &

Layout

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1 Power
1 18 2 Display
4 3 Audio
4 Number Buttons

5 23 5 GOTO

2 19 6 Setup
3 20 7 Enter/Zoom
27 22 8 Browser
9 6 9 Stop
10 10 Play
29
11 28 11 Previous

25 12 Slow
7 13 Option
8 26 14 Repeat
13 15 Angle
12 30 31
16 Eject
14 32 17 Title
16 21
18 Home
15 33
19 TV System
17 24
20 Subtitle
21 Menu

22 Volume +/- 28 Next


23 Mute 29 Fast Rewind/Fast Forward
24 Replay 30 Confirm
25 Navigation 31 CM Skip
26 Return 32 Select
27 Pause 33 Copy

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3.2 Getting Started

3.2.1 Connect PBO Core to your TV

Connect PBO Core to your TV via HDMI cable or Composite A/V cable

Use the included HDMI cable for the best video and audio quality. PBO Core will
automatically detect the HIGH DEFINITION output level your TV can support.
Use included Composite A/V cable (CVBS) for STANDARD DEFINITION.

3.2.2 Starting PBO Core

If running PBO Core with any internal HDD, a quick format of the drive is needed.

NOTE: Installing an internal 2.5” Hard Disk Drive is optional. Features such as
Playlist, BT, Samba File Sharing etc require an internal HDD to enable.

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3.2.3 Setup

In the main screen, you will find the SETUP page, which allows customized Audio,
Video, Network, System, and Miscellaneous settings. Enter the STEUP page by
selecting “SETUP” and press “ENTER” (Key 7) on your remote.

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3.2.3.1 Audio

There are 5 digital outputs:

HDMI LPCM (2CH): This setting will decode audio output into 2 Channel via the
HDMI connection.
HDMI LCPM Multi Channel: This setting will decode audio output into Multi-Channel
via the HDMI connection.
HDMI RAW: This setting passes raw audio source to an external decoder (i.e.
receiver). Your external decoder will then process audio into 2.1, 5.1 or 7.1 Channel
via the HDMI connection.
SPDIF LPCM (2CH): This setting will decode audio output into 2 Channel via the
S/PDIF (optical) connection.
SPDIF RAW: This setting passes the raw audio source to an external decoder (i.e.
receiver). Your external decoder will then process audio into 2.1, 5.1 or 7.1 Channel
via the SPDIF connection.

TIPS:
When connecting PBO Core directly to your TV, select HDMI LPCM (Stereo sound)
or HDMI LPCM MULTI CH(Multi-Channel sound)
When connecting PBO Core to an external decoder (i.e. receiver), choose HDMI
RAW/ HDMI LPCM/ SPDIF LPCM/ SPDIF RAW

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3.2.3.2 Video

Aspect Ratio: Choose the option that is suitable for your TV. Options available are:
Pan Scan 4:3, Letter Box 4:3 or 16:9.

Pan Scan 4:3 : This setting will match the height of the screen and will cut the left
and right sides of the screen to fit.
Letter Box 4:3 : This setting will match the width of the screen and will place a black
border at the top and bottom of screen the screen.
16:9 : Choose the 16:9 aspect ratio for TVs that support it.

TV System: Choose the correct output resolution.

TV System and Standard High Definition (HD)


Resolution Definition Resolution
(SD)Resolution

NTSC NTSC 480p 720p@60Hz,


1080i@60Hz,
1080p@60Hz

PAL PAL 576p 720p@50Hz,


1080i@50Hz,
1080p@50Hz

TIPS:
High Definition (HD) resolution is only supported when using the HDMI connection.

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3.2.3.3 Network

Wired LAN Setup: Set the network settings between DHCP (AUTO) and DHCP
(Manual). When using a network router that assigns an IP address automatically,
use the DHCP (Auto) option. Otherwise, manually enter the IP address, subnet mask
and default gateway.
Wireless Setup (Optional): Connect a Patriot wireless USB Wi-Fi adapter to PBO
Core and then select your home network with appropriate security settings.

TIPS:
For best performance and compatibility it is recommended to use the (optional)
Patriot USB 802.11n Wi-Fi adapter. When connect to a secured Wi-Fi Network, PBO
Core will only recognize Open system, WPA Personal, WPA2-Personal, WEP 64bit
and WEP 128bit options.

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3.2.3.4 System

Menu Language: Supported languages are English, French, German, Italian, Dutch,
Japanese, Czech, Russian, Spanish and Chinese (Simplified and Traditional).

Text Encoding: Supports Unicode text for subtitles, file names and folder names.
Select Unicode (UTF8), Simplified Chinese or Traditional Chinese.

Login Control: Select “ON” to enable File Sharing.

BT and SAMBA: Select "ON" to enable BitTorrent web management access and
File Sharing by SAMBA.

System Info: Used to enable File Sharing / BitTorrent services.

System Update: Select to update the firmware using the steps below.

1) Copy the latest firmware file to the root directory of a USB flash drive.
2) Connect the USB flash drive to the USB 1 or USB 2 port on PBO Core.
3) Select “System Upgrade” then press “OK” to proceed.
The process will take up to 5 minutes to complete. During the update process, DO
NOT turn off the power to PBO Core.
When the process is complete, PBO Core will reboot automatically.

HDD Format: When you install a new 2.5” SATA SSD or HDD you will need to format
the HDD. Press “OK”, for the system to start the format process.
Restore to Default: This function will restore all settings to the default configuration.

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3.2.3.5 MISC

Resume Play: This feature will enable or disable the resume video function. When
enabled, a video file will resume play from where it last played.

Slide Show Timing: This function is to set the timing for viewing pictures.

 The options are: OFF / 2 Sec / 5 Sec / 10 Sec / 30 Sec / 1 Min / 2 Min
timings.

Transition Effect: Select an effect for transitioning between pictures in a slide show.

Ken Burns: This feature enables a widely used technique of slow zooming and
panning effects and fading transitions between them.

Seamless Playback: Improves the playback of Transport Stream (.ts) files.

Background Music: Play background music during slide shows.

Screen Saver: When enabled, the Screen Saver will activate if the device is idle for
more than 5 minutes.

Movie Preview: This feature will enable and disable the movie preview screen.

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3.2.4 Browse & Play

PBO Core can play Music, Photos, and Movies by connecting a USB Flash Drive,
USB External Hard Disc Drive, USB External CD/DVD player, Computers on network
(streaming), UPnP devices on Network or an optional internal 2.5” SSD or HDD drive
(see section 2.2).

After connecting a USB storage device to PBO Core, wait a few seconds for the USB
LED indicator to illuminate. This indicates that the device has been detected by PBO
Core. You can now browse media files.
Use the Navigation Right/Left (Key 25) buttons on the remote control to define the
file types to browse. Across the top of the screen are the following options: All,
Music, Photos, Movies. Browse will show all the recognized files on the storage
device. Press “RETURN” (Key 26) at any time to return to the previous page.
Use the Navigation Up/Down (Key 25) buttons on the remote control to select where
to browse. From top to bottom the options are: USB, HDD(optional internal drive),
DVD, NET, UPNP and Playlist. Press “RETURN” (Key 26) at any time to return to
the previous page.

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3.2.4.1 Play Movies

Select the “Movies” or “All” tab to browse movie files. In the browser, use the
Up/Down (Key 25) buttons to select a file or a folder, then press “ENTER” (Key 7) to
play the selected file or open the selected folder. Press “RETURN” (Key 26) to go
back to the previous page. If the Movie Preview feature is enabled, a preview video
will play on the right side of the window when a movie file is highlighted. (See section
3.2.3.5 to enable the Movie Preview function)

Press “PLAY” (Key 10) on the remote control to play the movie.
Press “STOP” (Key 9) on the remote control to stop the movie.
Press “PAUSE” (Key 27) on the remote control to pause the movie.
Press “FF” or “FR” (Key 29) on the remote control to move ahead in the movie (Fast
Forward), or move back in the movie (Fast Reverse), respectively.
Press “NEXT” (Key 28) / or “PREV” (key 11) on the remote control to advance or go
back to a previous chapter. (The file must have chapter markers for this to work)
Press “SUBTITLE” (Key 20) on the remote control to enable or switch subtitles. PBO
Core supports srt, sub, smi, idx+sub, ssa and ass file tyoes. It is strongly
recommended to rename the subtitle file name to be the same as the movie file
name. PBO Core can open and distinguish between multiple subtitle languages in a
subtitle file.
Text Encoding: This setting displays subtitle, file name and folder name in different
languages. Select “Unicode (UTF8)” as default. If a wrong selection is made, text in
another language may appear on the screen.
Time Sync: Adjust the timing of subtitles.
Color: Adjust the color of subtitles.
Size: Adjust the size of subtitles.
Off set: Adjust the position of subtitles.
Use the navigation/arrow key (Key 25) to adjust the subtitle settings.
Horizontal: Adjust the size of subtitles.
Vertical: Adjust the position of subtitles.

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Press “AUDIO” (Key 3) on the remote control to choose between different audio
output options.
Press “VOL” +/- (Key 22) on the remote control to increase or decrease the volume.
Press “MUTE” (Key 23) on the remote control to mute the audio output. Press again
to disable the MUTE setting.
Press “SELECT” (Key 32) on the remote control to add the movie into the
PLAYLIST.
Press “CONFIRM” (Key 30) on the remote control to confirm the change.

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3.2.4.2 Play Music

Select the “Music” or “All” tab to browse music files. In the browser use the
“Up/Down” (Key 25) button to select a file or a folder. Press “Enter” (Key 7) to play
the file or open the folder. Press “RETURN” (Key 26) to go back to the previous
page. When a music file is highlighted, file information will be displayed on the right
side of the window.

 After pressing “PLAY” or “ENTER”, the PBO Core Music Player will appear.

Press “DISPLAY” (Key 2) to return to the Browser. Press “DISPLAY” again when in
the Browser to return to the Patriot Memory Music Player.
Press “PLAY” (Key 10) to play the music.
Press “STOP” (Key 9) to stop the music.
Press “PAUSE” (Key 27) to pause the music.
Press “FF” or “FR” (Key 29) to Fast Forward or Fast Reverse.
Press “REPEAT” (Key 14) to enter the REPEAT menu, where the following options
can be found: NO REPEAT; REPEAT ALL SONGS; SHUFFLE ONCE (NO
REPEAT); and SHUFFLE WITH REPEAT. Press “ENTER” to select.
Press “TITLE” (Key 17) to enter the TITLE menu, where the following options are
found: NEXT PHOTO; PREVIOUS PHOTO; HIDE PHOTO DISPLAY; and SHOW
PHOTO DISPLAY. Press “ENTER” to select.
Press “VOL +/-“ (Key 22) to increase or decrease the volume.
Press “MUTE” (Key 23) to mute the audio output. Press again to disable the MUTE
setting.

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3.2.4.3 Music Player

PBO Core Music Player

Photos in the music folder will be loaded into Music Player cover art window if there
is a photo in the music folder.

Press “ENTER” to play music

Music Player AP main page:

Press “REPEAT” to select Repeat/


Random mode.

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Select the mode from the scroll
down list.
Press “ENTER” to leave the menu.
Press “RETURN” to cancel the
selection and leave the menu.
The play list will be shown again.

Zone Description:

Play List Zone


Display a list of music in the music folder (or Play List).
Select the music file and press “ENTER” to play the selected music file.
Photo Display Zone
Display photos in the folder. If there are no photos in the folder, the display zone will
show a music symbol.
Playback Control Zone:
This displays available music and music information with ID3, file name, music time
and status bar.

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Remote control button:

Button Function Button Function


[PLAY] Music Play [DISPLAY] Leave /Enter Music Player AP
[STOP] Music Pause [REPEAT] Repeat
[PAUSE] Music Stop [TITLE] Photo control
[FF]、[FR] Fast Forward/ Rewind [RETURN] Return
[NEXT]、[PREV] Next/ Previous

When playing a new song, a photo will be displayed if the folder has photos inside.

Select “TITLE” to show the scroll down list and to choose to display or hide a photo.

If there are no photos, “TITLE” will not be displayed.

Select “ENTER” to play


the next photo.

Select “ENTER” to play


the previous photo.

Hide photo display

Show photo display,

Select “ENTER” to leave the menu.

Photo hidden image:

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Select “DISPLAY” to leave the Music Player

Select “PAUSE” to pause playback. The playback status will show a pause icon.

Select “STOP” to stop the playback. The playback status will show a stop icon.

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3.2.4.4 Show Photos

Select the “Photo” or “All” tab to browse photo files. In the browser use the
“Up/Down” (Key 25) button to select a file or a folder. Press “Enter” (Key 7) to play
the file or open the folder. Press “RETURN” (Key 26) to go back to the previous
page. When a photo file is highlighted, the photo will be displayed on the right side of
the window.

Press “PLAY” (Key 10) on the remote control to play the photo.
Press “STOP” (Key 9) on the remote control to stop the photo.
Press “PAUSE” (Key 27) on the remote control to pause the photo.
Press “VOL +/-“ (Key 22) on the remote control to increase or decrease the volume.
(If the Background Music feature is enabled. See section 3.2.3.5)
Press “SELECT” (Key 32) on the remote control to add the photo into the PLAYLIST.
Press “CONFIRM” (Key 30) on the remote control to confirm the change.

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3.2.4.5 Adding content to PLAYLIST

The Playlist option will create a shortcut to quickly access media files. You can play
all selected files together regardless of where they are located.

Open the Browser and go to the media files that you would like to put in the
PLAYLIST.
Press “SELECT” (Key 32) to choose file(s).
Press “CONFIRM” (Key 30) to add the file(s) into the PLAYLIST.
You will now see the file(s) that you selected in the PLAYLIST.

TIPS:
The PLAYLIST function is only available if you have installed a 2.5” SATA HDD or
SSD into PBO Core (see section 2.2). The PLAYLIST function is not available for
attached USB storage devices (external USB HDD or USB Flash Drives).
Only files can be added to the PLAYLIST. Folders cannot be added to the
PLAYLIST.

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3.2.4.6 Slide Show

Music can play in the background while viewing photos. To enable “Background
Music” while running a Slide Show:

Select “Setup” then “MISC” then“Slide Show Timing” to a set the timing for a slide
show.
Select “Background Music” to set the source for music files from Folder or
PLAYLIST.
Go back to “Browser” and use the navigation “Right/Left” (Key 25) buttons to
choose the “Music” tab.
Add music files into PLAYLIST. Press “SELECT” (Key 32) to make your selection
and press “Confirm” (Key 30) to confirm the change.
Use the navigation “Right/Left” (Key 25) buttons to highlight the “Photo” tab and
choose photos that you would like to play in the Slide Show.
Press “PLAY” (Key 10) or “ENTER” (Key 7) to play the Slide Show.

TIPS:
If you set the Background Music source to a Folder, all the photos and music files
must be in the same folder to have background music play during the Slide Show.

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3.2.4.7 File Copy

This function will allow you to copy, move or delete file(s) between a USB storage
device, internal 2.5” drive, and a network source. Press “COPY” (Key 33) to go to
the “File Copy” menu.

Use the navigation “Up/Down” (Key 25) buttons to move the scroll bar and choose
the source and destination. Press “ENTER” (Key 7) to proceed.
Press “ENTER” (Key 7) to view folders for both Source and Destination.
Press “SELECT” (Key 32) to select the source file that you want to copy. Press
again to cancel the selection.
Press “RIGHT” (Key 25) to COPY the file to the chosen destination. Choose “OK” to
copy the selected file(s) or “MOVE” to move the selected file(s).
Choose “TRASH CAN” as a destination to delete the file(s).

TIPS:
Multiple files can be selected to move or delete.

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3.2.5 IMS Menus

The IMS (internet media services) feature will allow you to receive internet content
such as RSS feeds, stock updates and weather. Select “IMS” from the main menu.
Press “Enter” to view the IMS

Available Features:
 Video News
 Video Podcast
 ESPN RSS
 Weather
 RSS News
 Stocks
 Picasa
 Flickr

Video News

 Watch Video news from available feeds, or add your own.


 Use the on-screen keyboard to add URL for new feeds.

Podcasts

 Watch Podcasts from available feeds, or add your own.


 Use the on-screen keyboard to add URL for new feeds.

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ESPN

 Watch ESPN RSS from available feeds, or add your own.


 Use the on-screen keyboard to add URL for new feeds.

Adding Weather Updates

 Select your location for updated weather conditions in your area.

RSS Feed

 Custom add RSS Feeds from your favorite sources.


 Use the on-screen keyboard to add URL for new feeds.

Stocks

 Custom add Stock updates.


 Enter the Symbols that you want to track.
 Use the on-screen keyboard to add URL for new feeds.

Picasa

 Browse through Pictures on Picasa

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Flickr

 Browse through Pictures on Flickr

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4. Transcoding Software

To enable the BitTorrent feature, the Transcode Server must be installed. This
software is found on the included CD.

4.1 Install and run Transcode Server

Note: In order to use File Sharing / BitTorrent download management, a 2.5” SATA
Hard Drive must be installed into PBO Core. Install a 2.5” SATA Hard Drive or SSD
before continuing. See section 2.2 for Hard Drive installation instructions.

Find and install the Transcode Server software from the CD ( ).

When running the Transcode Server on your PC, the following screen will be
displayed:

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4.2 Adding Share Folders on PC

Adding share folders to the NetShare dialog will help PBO Core quickly recognize
the folder on the network. It will be categorized under My_Neighbors.

TIPS:
Select a folder, and then click ‘OK’. The folder will be added to the NetShare dialog
as an Open Shared Folder on the intranet.

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4.3 Connect to File Sharing Folders and BitTorrent Download

Make sure to connect to the Network and that an IP had been assigned (either
assigned from DHCP server or fixed IP) to PBO Core. If the IP for PBO Core is set
correctly, you will see the IP address when you click on “Service tab”. If it is not
shown, click on the “Scan” button to obtain an IP address.

4.3.1 Set up the PBO Core

Before accessing the File Sharing folder or BitTorrent download management, the
player will need to be set up. Go to the main menu, and then click the following:
“Setup” then “System” then “System Info”.

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Move the scroll bar down to “BT and SAMBA” and press “Enter” (Key 7) on the
remote control. The system will show two options (On/Off). Move the scroll bar to
“On” and then press “Enter” to enable the “BT and SAMBA” function.

4.3.2 Connect to File Sharing Folder

Click “Visit Neighbor” on Transcode Server. This will take you to the File Sharing
folders. From here you can browse all the files you have stored on the installed 2.5”
SATA HDD or SSD.

4.3.3 Connect to BT Download Management

Click “Neighbor Web” on Transcode Server. This will take you to the P2P download
web user interface. From here you will be able to add/delete BT seeds. If “Login
Control” has been enabled/is “ON”, a login account and password are required.

The default account name is admin and the default password is 123.

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4.3.4 Account Management

Enable the “Login Control” of PBO Core before you click on “Account
Management”. After the Login Control is set, the system will require you to login.
Default settings are:

Account name: admin

Password: 123

Click “Account Management” in Neighbor Web to modify your password. Click


“Enter” to save the new password.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Does PBO Core have space for an internal HDD (hard drive)?
A: Yes. PBO Core can support one internal 2.5" SATAI/ II HDD or SSD drive.

Q: What is the maximum capacity Hard Drive PBO Core supports?


A: PBO Core will work with 2.5" Hard Drive up to 1TB in capacity and will work with "high profile" 2.5"
Hard Drives.

Q: How many USB ports does PBO Core have?


A: PBO Core has three USB ports. Two 6-pin USB 2.0 (to connect external Hard Drive, and USB
Flash Drives), and one 4-pin USB 2.0 data port for desktop connection.

Q: What is the maximum capacity USB Flash Drive that PBO Core can detect?
A: 256GB. All Patriot Memory Flash Drives have been tested and verified with the PBO Core
(excluding security drives).

Q: What is the maximum capacity of external USB HDD that PBO Core can detect?
A: 2TB (subject to change once larger size HDDs are available).

Q: Can the Patriot PBO Core be used as an external hard drive?


A: Yes, with an internal drive installed. Simply connect the 4 pin USB data cable (included in the
package) to your desktop and be sure PBO Core is connected to power.

Q: Does PBO Core support HDMI® 1.3 and Audio pass-through?


A: Yes. HDMI® 1.3, audio and video pass through is supported by PBO Core.

Q: Does PBO Core have any other audio out except HDMI?
A: Yes. PBO Core also offers composite and S/PDIF (also called 'tosslink') providing surround sound
support.

Q: Can you turn off PBO Core as well as any attached USB devices?
A: Yes. PBO Core can be turned off using a toggle switch (located on the back of PBO Core) or the
"POWER OFF" button on the remote. It will suspend all attached USB devices.

Q: Does PBO Core support Dolby®?


A: Yes. Dolby® 5.1/ 7.1/ DTS™ are all supported by PBO Core.

Q: Does the PBO Core support DTS™ surround sound?


A: Yes. DTS™ audio decoding for movies is supported.

Q: Does PBO Core support network connectivity?


A: Yes. PBO Core has a built in 10/100 network port in the back of the unit. Wireless network
support can be enabled using the optional Patriot USB Wi-Fi® adapter

Q: What network functionality does PBO Core offer and support?


A: PBO Core has a built in 10/100 network adapter for connecting to a network using a Cat-5 / RJ-45
network cable. An optional 802.11n wireless USB adapter is available to add wireless networking
functionality. PBO Core utilizes a network connection to stream music, videos or pictures, to copy or
move files, to download using a P2P (BitTorrent™) utility and for streaming media from UPnP capable
devices such as Xbox360® or Playstation® 3.

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Q: Which wireless USB adapters work with PBO Core?
A: A variety of Wi-Fi® USB adapters are likely to work with PBO Core. For guaranteed compatibility
we recommend using the Patriot 802.11n USB Wi-Fi® adapter

Q: Does PBO Core support BitTorrent™?


A: Yes. This function is supported only when a 2.5” SATA HDD is installed in PBO Core. Instructions
for setup are available in the PBO Core user manual.

Q: Does PBO Core support downmix?


A: Yes. You can select LPCM and RAW for audio output, LPCM for downmix, and RAW for external
decoding when using a separate sound processor or a receiver.

Q: Does PBO Core support PAL or NTSC?


A: PBO Core supports both PAL and NTSC. This can be selected in the user menu.

Q: Does PBO Core support HDTV and at what resolution?


A: PBO Core supports up to 1080p resolution. To reach this resolution you must use the HDMI
connection.

Q: What is the maximum resolution supported by PBO Core?


A: Full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080) when using the HDMI connection.

Q: What is included with PBO Core?


A: In each Patriot PBO Core package you will find: 1 x PBO Core High Definition media player, 1 x
Composite cable, 1 x HDMI® 1.3 cable, 2 x AAA batteries, 1 x full size remote, 1 x 4pin USB data
cable, 1 x pack of HDD screws, 1 x quick installation guide, and 1x CD with manual and transcode
software.

Q: What hard drive extension does PBO Core format to?


A: PBO Core supports both NTFS and FAT file systems, but will format the drive to NTFS when using
PBO Core to format a drive.

Q: What USB device file system does PBO Core support?


A: PBO Core supports: EXT3, NTFS and FAT16/32.

Q: Does PBO Core support UPnP™?


A: Yes. PBO Core is UPnP™ compatible and fully supports UPnP functionality.

Q: Can I use PBO Core via a network connection to stream media to my PS3® or XBOX 360®?
A: Yes. By using UPnP™. PBO Core supports UPnP™ capable devices.

Q: Does PBO Core support wireless networking?


A: Yes. Please purchase the optional 802.11n USB wireless adapter for PBO Core for best
performance. (Part # PCBOWAV2-N)

Q: What video output options does PBO Core support?


A: PBO Core features both RCA composite and HDMI® 1.3 outputs. Cables for both connection
types are included.

Q: Does PBO Core work with Apple® Time Capsule® storage devices as an attached or network
storage device?
A: No. Time Capsule® is a backup device and not a true NAS (Network Attached Storage) device.

Q: Can I access ‘shared folders’ on the network with PBO Core?


A: Yes. Some folders may require password. Please ensure to input the correct password when
accessing them.

Q: Is there a ‘parental mode’ for PBO Core to keep my children from accessing certain folders?

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A: PBO Core does not currently offer this feature. If streaming media from a PC or network device to
PBO Core, folders on the PC or network device can be ‘hidden’ or password protected.

Q: What Video codec does PBO Core support?


A: MPEG1 (AVI/ MKV/ TS/ DAT/ MPG/ MPEG/ VOB); MPEG2 (MKV/ DAT/ MPG/ MPEG/ VOB/ ISO/
IFO/ TS/ TP)/ M2TS; MPEG4 (AVI/ MP4/ MKV/ MOV/ WMV/ ASF); DivX 3/4/5/6, Xvid (AVI/ MKV/
MP4/ MOV) H.264/ AVC TS/ AVI/ MP4/ MKV/ MOV/ FLV)/ M2TS; VC-1 (TS/ AVI/ASF/WMV)/M2TS/
WMV9 (ASF/WMV) REAL VIDEO 8/9/10 (RM/RMVB)

Q: What Audio codec does PBO Core support?


A: MP3, MPEG, Dolby® Digital, DTS™, WMA, PCM, LPCM, ADPCM, FLAC, WAV, AAC, RA, OGG,
MKA

Q: What image file extension does PBO Core support?


A: HD JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, TIF, TIFF

Q: What Subtitle formats does PBO Core Support?


A: SRT, SMI, SUB, SSA, ASS, IDX+SUB

Q: What fast forward speed does PBO Core support?


A: PBO Core supports fast forward speeds of: 1X, 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X and 32X.

Q: Does PBO Core support UPnP™ streaming software such as PlayOn.tv! and TVersity.com?
A: Yes. See our user forums for help setting up your Tversity.com or Playon.tv software.

Q: Does PBO Core support video streaming services like YouTube, Hulu™ or Netflix?
A: PBO Core supports internet video streaming from sites such as Hulu™ through the use of 3rd party
applications. Two recommended applications are PlayOn.tv! and TVersity.com.
http://www.themediamall.com & http://www.tversity.com.

Q: Can the preview function be turned off?


A: Yes it can. In the "settings" menu, go to the "MISC" tab and scroll down to "Movie Preview" and
disable the feature. Please see section 3.2.3.5 “MISC” of the user manual for details.

Q: Can I transfer files to/from PBO Core over a network?


A: Yes. PBO Core can support file transfer over a network. Simply navigate through “File Transfer” to
select and transfer. Details are found in the user manual.

Q: Can I access PBO Core over a network?


A: Yes. PBO Core can be accessed over a network and its content can be shared/accessed (when a
HDD is installed).

Q: Is there a list of certified USB Wi-Fi® adapters for use with PBO Core?
A: There is no list of certified USB Wi-Fi® adapters. Many products on the market will work -
specifically those based on a Realtek chipset. For guaranteed compatibility we recommend using the
Patriot 802.11n USB Wi-Fi® adapter (part #PCBOWAV2-N).

Q: Does PBO Core support ISO images?


A: Yes. PBO Core is able to read/support DVD ISO images.

Q: Does PBO Core support Blu-ray ISO images?


A: Yes. The PBO Core supports the direct playback of Blu-ray ISO images, but the Blu-ray menus
are not supported.

Q: When playing a DVD or Blu-ray ISO file, does PBO Core support menus?
A: With a new firmware update (available soon) Blu-ray and HD DVD ISO support will be added,
including support for menus. The upcoming firmware update (available soon) will add support for
both Blu-ray ISO and HD DVD ISO files.

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Q: Does PBO Core support Blu-ray playback?
A: No. PBO Core does not have an optical drive to read DVD or Blu-ray media.

Q: Does PBO Core support languages other than English?


A: Yes. The User Interface and menu can be changed to any of 8 languages. The languages
supported are: English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Simplified and Traditional
Chinese.

Q: Does PBO Core support subtitles in languages other than English?


A: Yes. PBO Core supports subtitles in the following languages: English, French, German, Italian,
Dutch, Japanese, Czech, Russian, Spanish, Simplified and Traditional Chinese.

Q: Does the PBO Core subtitle feature offer options for position, color and font size?
A: Yes. The PBO Core subtitle function supports options for position, color, font size, language, and
time synchronization.

Q: Can photos be rotated during viewing?


A: Yes. Photos can be rotated and zoomed in/out during viewing.

Q: Will PBO Core work with my camera?


A: If the camera can connect via a USB cable and act as 'storage' then PBO Core can read and play
the contents of the camera's storage media.

Q: What is 'DRM' and can PBO Core support it?


A: DRM stands for Digital Rights Management which is a specific term for access control technologies
that are used to impose limitations on the usage of digital content. PBO Core will not play media that
is secured with DRM technology.

Q: Is there a firmware upgrade available and how do I install it?


A: Yes. Firmware updates can be found at http://www.patriotmemory.com/support/driversp.jsp

Q: Is there a UI upgrade available and how do I install it?


A: Yes. When available, this update will be a part of the firmware update.

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Support:

Please visit our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) and forums for immediate help with Patriot PBO
Core HD media player
http://www.patriotmemory.com/forums
http://www.patriotmemory.com/support/faqp.jsp

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