ScreenPlay MX2 Specifications

 Supported Media Formats

 Supported AV Connections

 System Requirements

 Format Requirements

 ScreenPlay MX2 Partitions

Supported Media Formats

The ScreenPlay MX2 supports the following types of media files:

  Video*    Music/Audio    Photos

 MPEG-1 up to 1080p  MP3  JPEG

 MPEG-2 up to HD  AC3 (Dolby Digital Encoding)  PNG

 MPEG-4 (part 10)  WAV  BMP

up to 1080p
 WMA  GIF
 H.264
 OGG Vorbis  TIFF
 WMV
 DTS
 RMVB (RV8/RV9)
 AAC (non-DRM)
 DivX®
 Dolby Digital Plus
 DivX Plus™ HD (MKV)
 FLAC
 XviD
 PCM
 VC-1
   Subtitles†    

 srt

 ass

 ssa

 sub

 sub+idx

 smi
*Supported file extensions for videos, wrappers, and associated audio/support files include avi,
avs, asf, divx, mkv, mka, mov, mp2, mp4, mpe, mpeg, mpg, m4a, m4v, vob, xvid, ifo, iso (DVD
ISO), WMV, FLV, AVCHD, M2TS, MTS, TS, TR, TRP

†The ScreenPlay MX2 also supports internal DivX subtitles and MKV embedded subtitles
NOTE: Although the ScreenPlay MX2 supports the listed file types, it might not be able to support every codec
used to create the files. Check the support area on www.iomega.com for the latest information on supported
file types.

Supported AV Connections

The ScreenPlay provides high quality audio/video output* through the following TV connections:

 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

 
 Composite video and audio L/R
 

 Coaxial audio (S/PDIF)

  *Supported video output resolutions depend on the connection used.

CAUTION! The ScreenPlay MX2 is not intended for in-car entertainment use. Unstable power or vibration may
damage the ScreenPlay MX2 hard disk.

System Requirements

When the ScreenPlay MX2 is connected to a computer, the system must meet these minimum requirements:

Windows PC Requirements

 Microsoft® Windows® XP / Windows Vista™ / Windows 7 (all versions)

 Available USB connection1

 256MB RAM or higher

Mac Requirements2

 Mac OS X, version 10.5 - 10.6

 Built-in USB connection1

 128MB RAM or higher

NOTES:

1. Transfer speed to the ScreenPlay MX2 will be slower if is it connected to a USB 1.1 port.
2. The ScreenPlay MX2 ships formatted NTFS and must be reformatted for USB connection to a Mac.

Format Requirements
The data partion on the ScreenPlay MX2 is pre-formatted with an NTFS file system, which optimizes
performance with Windows® XP, Windows Vista™, and Windows 7.

If you want to use the ScreenPlay MX2 with a Mac OS system, you can change the format of the data partition
to Mac OS Extended (HFS+) or Mac OS Extended Journaled.* If you want to use the ScreenPlay MX2 cross-
platform on both Mac OS and Windows systems, you will need to reformat the data partition to FAT32;
however, this is not recommended due to inefficiencies and constraints in the FAT32 file system. For
example, the FAT32 file system has a maximum file size limit of 4GB, so larger videos cannot be copied to a
FAT32-formatted volume. If you use both systems, you will get best performance by using the format for your
preferred system (either NTFS for Windows or Mac OS Extended), then using an external USB device for file
transfers from the other system.

External USB devices connected to the ScreenPlay MX2, such as flash drives or external hard drives, can be
formatted NTFS, FAT32, Mac OS Extended (HFS+), Ext2, or Ext3.

*CAUTION! Do not change the partitioning on the ScreenPlay MX2 hard disk! If you want to change the format
on the data partition, see Formatting the Data Partition for instructions.

ScreenPlay MX2 Partitions

There are four partitions on the ScreenPlay MX2's hard disk. Three partitions are grayed out and will list as
"Healthy-Unknown" in Windows Device Manager. These partitions contain the ScreenPlay TV interface and
system settings and are not available to store media files.

The large, active data partition appears as "Untitled". This is the partition where you store media files on the
ScreenPlay MX2.

The data partition is pre-formatted with an NTFS file system, but can be reformatted to Mac OS Extended or
Mac OS Extended Journaled if needed for use on a Mac OS system. See Formatting the Data Partition for
instructions.

CAUTION! Do not change the partitioning on the ScreenPlay MX2 hard disk or you will be unable to play media
files on the TV!

License Notices
 About DivX Video and Video-On-Demand
 About AVC and VC-1 Video

 About DTS 2.0+Digital Out

 Open Source

About DivX Video and Video-On-Demand

DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX,Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX
video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video.

This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. To
generate the registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in the device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com
with this code to complete the registration process and learn more about DivX VOD.
About AVC and VC-1 Video

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC
VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND
NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC
VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VC-1 PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE VC-1 STANDARD (“VC-1
VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE VC-1 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND
NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE VC-1
VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

About DTS 2.0+Digital Out

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 &
other U.S. and worldwide patents issued and pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS
2.0+Digital Out and the DTS logos are trademakrs of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.

Open Source

The software included in this product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under open source
agreements. Components of this software covered under GPL or other open source licenses are fully
documented as to license and redistribution requirements in the ReadMe file provided with the software. A
copy of this ReadMe may, at Iomega’s discretion and subject to change at any time, be available on Iomega’s
Support and Download site at www.iomega.com/support. You may download the corresponding source code
(when source code distribution is required) from the Iomega web site at www.iomega.com/support. To locate
the download page for open source code, select your Iomega product and your operating system. Scroll down
the page to the search field and enter “open source.”

In addition, you can also obtain a copy of the applicable open source code on CD by sending a money order or
check for $10 to:

Please include the model name for your ScreenPlay product with the request.

Installation and Setup

 Installation Overview  Connecting to a TV

 Package Contents  First Time Startup

 Safety Information  Power Down/Disconnect

 Connectors and Indicators  Setup Options

 Connecting to a Computer

Installation Overview
Here's what you need to do to get started using your ScreenPlay MX2 HD Media Player:
1. Connect the ScreenPlay MX2 to your computer to transfer media files and organize your media library.
See Connecting to a Computer and Managing Media Files for instructions.
2. When you have finished loading media content to your ScreenPlay MX2, disconnect it from the
computer and connect to your TV. See Connecting to a TV for instructions.

3. Connect the power supply to the ScreenPlay MX2 and a power outlet. The ScreenPlay MX2 will power
up automatically when power is connected.

4. Turn on your TV. If the ScreenPlay interface doesn’t appear on the TV screen, change the TV input as
needed for the connection you are using for the ScreenPlay MX2.

5. Set configuration options as desired. See Setup Options for additional information.

6. Refer to the section on Using ScreenPlay MX2 for instructions on how to enjoy your media files on your
TV.

Package Contents

Iomega ScreenPlay MX2 Remote Control Power Supply

USB 2.0 Cable Composite AV Cable

NOTE: Package contents may vary. For maximum transfer rate and reliability, use the cables provided.

Safety Guidelines

 Do not operate the ScreenPlay MX2 with wet hands or near water.
 Do not bend cables in a sharp angle.

 Keep the ScreenPlay MX2 and cables out of reach of children.

 Keep the ScreenPlay MX2 and its accessories away from heat sources.
Safety Ratings

 Device Input Rating DC 12 volt

 Power Supply Input Voltage 100Vac - 240Vac

 Power Supply Output Voltage 12VDC +/- 5%

 Power Supply Max Current 2.0 amp

 Operational Temperature Limits 0-35° C

Safety Information

Safety Guidelines

 Do not operate the ScreenPlay MX2 with wet hands or near water.
 Do not bend cables in a sharp angle.

 Keep the ScreenPlay MX2 and cables out of reach of children.

 Keep the ScreenPlay MX2 and its accessories away from heat sources.

Safety Ratings
 Device Input Rating DC 12 volt

 Power Supply Input Voltage 100Vac - 240Vac

 Power Supply Output Voltage 12VDC +/- 5%

 Power Supply Max Current 2.0 amp

 Operational Temperature Limits 0-35° C

Connectors and Indicators

Rear Panel
 1. Power connector—Always connect the included power supply when using the ScreenPlay MX2.
2. L/R stereo audio output connectors—Use for composite/RCA audio connection; connect to red/white
audio input jacks on the TV.

3. HDMI connector—Use to connect the ScreenPlay MX2 to an HDTV or Home Theater System. Outputs
standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel audio (surround sound). (HDMI cable
not included.)

4. USB 2.0 device connector—Use when connecting the ScreenPlay MX2 to a computer.

5. Coaxial audio connector—Outputs coaxial audio signal. Connect to a receiver using a coaxial audio
cable (not included).

6. Composite video output connector—Use for composite connection to a TV; connect to yellow video
input jack on the TV.

7. Security Lock—Connect a security cable to prevent theft.

Front Panel

1. Power/Access LED—Blinks when the ScreenPlay MX2 powers up, then glows steadily; blinks when the
ScreenPlay MX2 is loading or accessing files; blinks once when the ScreenPlay MX2 receives a
command from the remote control.
2. Remote receiver—When using the remote control, always point it toward the receiver.
 NOTE: Media player functions controlled by the remote are available only when the ScreenPlay MX2 is
connected to a TV. Some functions are not supported by all playable file types.

3. USB 2.0 host port—Use to connect an external USB device to the ScreenPlay MX2.

Connecting to a Computer

 Connecting via USB

 Transferring Files on a Computer Connection

 Disconnecting from USB

 USB Guidelines

 Formatting the Data Partition

Connecting via USB

When the ScreenPlay MX2 is connected to a computer via USB, it will appear as an external hard drive. This
enables you to transfer media content from your computer to the ScreenPlay MX2. You can also use a
computer connection to create folders and subfolders for organizing your media files or to download media
files directly to the ScreenPlay MX2.

Mac Users: If you want to use the ScreenPlay MX2 on a Mac, use Disk Utility to format the data partition to
Mac OS Extended. See Formatting the Data Partition for more information.

NOTES:

 The computer must meet minimum system requirements to support the ScreenPlay MX2.
 When ScreenPlay MX2 is used as an external hard drive, audio-video functions are disabled and it will
not respond to the remote control.

Use the following instructions to connect the ScreenPlay MX2 to a computer.

1. Connect the USB 2.0 cable to the USB port on the back of the ScreenPlay MX2.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to a USB port on the computer.

Look for "USB" or the USB symbol, which usually identifies the USB connection. Some USB 2.0 cards do
not have USB notations. If you cannot locate the USB connection on your computer, refer to your
computer documentation or the USB adapter card documentation.

NOTE: The ScreenPlay MX2 will perform at USB 2.0 speeds if it is connected to a USB 3.0 port.

3. Connect the included power supply to the ScreenPlay MX2 and a power outlet.

NOTE: Use only the included power supply. The ScreenPlay MX2 will power up automatically when
power is connected. The indicator light will flash while the player powers up, then glow steadily.
 4. The Iomega ScreenPlay MX2 icon should appear in My Computer or Windows Explorer or on the Mac
desktop. If the drive icon does not appear on your computer, refer to Troubleshooting.

Transferring Files on a Computer Connection

When the ScreenPlay MX2 is connected to USB on a computer, you can use the standard methods for your
operating system to create folders on the ScreenPlay MX2 data partition, then save or drag and drop files to
it, just as you would to any other drive attached to your computer. You can also download media files directly
to the ScreenPlay MX2. See Organizing Your Media Files for suggestions on using folders to store and organize
your files.

Mac Users: If you want to use the ScreenPlay MX2 on a USB connection to your Mac, you will need to use Disk
Utility to format the ScreenPlay MX2 data partition to Mac OS Extended. See Formatting the Data Partition for
more information.

Disconnecting from USB

Disconnect the ScreenPlay MX2 from the computer before connecting to a TV. Before disconnecting, make
sure you save files and close all files and folders to avoid losing data. Always use the safe removal procedure
for your operating system to avoid corrupting the file system on the ScreenPlay MX2.

Disconnecting using Windows

Disconnecting using Mac OS

USB Guidelines

Read and follow these guidelines to ensure optimal and reliable performance of your ScreenPlay MX2 on a USB
connection.

You can...

 You can connect or disconnect the ScreenPlay MX2 while the computer is on.

NOTE: Always use the safe removal procedure for your operating system when disconnecting.

 You can optimize performance by disconnecting other USB devices when using your ScreenPlay MX2.
The performance of all USB devices decreases as additional USB devices are connected.
 You can avoid some system lockups by waiting at least 30 seconds after connecting or disconnecting
any USB device to allow the system to re-enumerate the USB bus. Do not connect, disconnect, or use
any other USB device during this time.

Do not...

 Do not connect or disconnect any USB device while the ScreenPlay MX2 is transferring information.
Data loss will result!
 Never use USB extension cables with your Iomega ScreenPlay MX2. Data loss might result.

 Do not connect the ScreenPlay MX2 to a USB hub; connect only to the computer.

Formatting the Data Partition

The data partition on the ScreenPlay MX2 is formatted with an NTFS file system and will appear as a read-only
volume under Mac OS X unless special software is installed on the Mac. If you need to transfer files to the
ScreenPlay MX2 by USB connection on a Mac, reformat the data partition to Mac OS Extended or Mac OS
Extended Journaled (see instructions below).

If you reformat the ScreenPlay MX2 data partition for use with a Windows PC, it is recommended that you use
the Windows format utility to reformat the data partition with NTFS. Right click on the drive letter for the
data partition and select Format.

CAUTION!

 Do NOT change the partitioning on the ScreenPlay MX2 as this will remove the firmware that enables
the ScreenPlay MX2 to communicate with your TV set. Only media files stored on the active data
partition can be viewed or played on a TV.
 Formatting the data partition will erase all existing data! If you have files on the ScreenPlay MX2 you
want to save, move them to another drive or volume before reformatting.

Formatting the ScreenPlay MX2 for use with Mac OS X

Connecting to a TV
The ScreenPlay MX2 supports several options for connecting to video and audio on your TV or home
entertainment center. Choose the option that provides the best quality video and audio supported by your TV.

 HDMI — This is the best connection to use with an HDTV. It uses a single cable for both video and
audio. (HDMI cable not included.)
 Composite video with L/R audio — This connection type is compatible with most standard TVs. It uses
a single cable for video and audio. If desired, you can connect audio separately using coaxial audio.

NOTE: Do not connect the ScreenPlay MX2 through a VCR. Video signals fed through a VCR may be affected by
copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.

HDMI Connection

HDMI (high-definition media interface) supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-
channel digital audio, on a single cable connection. This connection option is supported only on high-
definition (HD) TVs.

NOTE: You will need to obtain an HDMI cable to use this connection option.

1. Connect the HDMI cable to the back of the ScreenPlay MX2.

2. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI input connection on the TV set.

Composite Video Connection

Composite video is compatible with most TV sets. The following instructions use the composite video
connector on the ScreenPlay MX2 and the L/R audio connectors.
 1. Connect the composite AV cable to the composite video output connector (yellow) and the L/R audio
output connectors (red and white) on the back of the ScreenPlay MX2, matching the colors.
2. Connect the yellow (video) connector on the other end of the cable to the composite VIDEO input
connection on the TV set.

3. Connect the white connector to the Left (L) audio input connection on the TV set.

4. Connect the red connector to the Right (R) audio input connection on the TV set.

Coaxial Audio Connection

The ScreenPlay MX2 includes a coaxial audio connector for high quality digital audio output. You will need to
obtain a coaxial audio cable to connect the ScreenPlay MX2 to an AV amplifier (receiver) with a digital audio
decoder.

NOTE: You will get multi-channel sound effect only if the audio source file carries it.

First Time Startup

The first time you power up the ScreenPlay MX2 after connecting it to a TV, you will see the initial setup
screen where you can select the menu language you want to use. The initial setup screen will not appear
again unless you reset the ScreenPlay MX2 to factory defaults.

1. If you have not already done so, connect the ScreenPlay MX2 to your TV.
2. Connect the included power supply to the back of the ScreenPlay MX2.

3. Place the ScreenPlay MX2 on a stable surface and connect the power supply to an uninterruptible
power supply (UPS) or power outlet.

NOTE: Use only the included power supply. The ScreenPlay MX2 will power up automatically when
power is connected. The indicator light will flash while the player powers up, then glow steadily.

4. Turn on your TV and change the input setting as needed to receive input from the ScreenPlay MX2.
5. When the ScreenPlay initial setup screen appears on the TV, press Enter to select the language you
want to use for the ScreenPlay menus. Use the up/down navigation buttons to highlight your
language, then press the Enter button to confirm.

6. After you select the menu language, the ScreenPlay MX2 will automatically set compatible video and
audio output settings and display the home screen. If you want to adjust any settings, select the
Setup icon. See Setup Options for more information.

Power Down and Disconnect

Always turn off power to the ScreenPlay MX2 before disconnecting cables or moving the the box. To turn off
power to the ScreenPlay MX2, press and release the power button on the remote control. The indicator light
on the front of the ScreenPlay MX2 will flash while the player shuts down. When the indicator light stops
blinking and goes dark, it is safe to disconnect cables and move the player.

Setup Options
 System Setup
  Audio Setup

 Video Setup

 Playback

 Miscellaneous Setup Options

The Setup menu allows you to view or change configuration options for the ScreenPlay MX2. To access the
Setup menu, go to the ScreenPlay MX2 home screen and use the right/left navigation buttons to select the
Setup icon:

Use the up/down navigation buttons to scroll through the Setup functions. Press the ENTER button to display
menus and options for the highlighted function.

To set the configuration for a function, use the up and down navigation buttons to highlight the option you
want to use, then press ENTER to confirm the setting. To return to the list of functions, press the BACK button
[   ].

System Setup

Menu Language — Select the language for the user interface

Options: English English

繁體中文 Chinese Traditional
简体中文 Chinese Simplified
日本語 Japanese
Deutsch German
Español Spanish
Français French
Italiano Italian
한국어 Korean
Netherlands Dutch
Русский Russian
Português Portuguese
Svenska Swedish
Dansk Danish
Bokmal Norwegian
Suomi Finnish
Ελληνικά Greek
Čeština Czech
 Polski Polish
Magyar Hungarian
Türkçe Turkish
‫العربية‬ Arabic
‫עברית‬ Hebrew

Screen Saver Sets the time the ScreenPlay MX2 can be idle before automatically
displaying the screen saver. Options are Off, 5 min (default),
10 min, or 15 min.

Media Library When this option is set to Auto scan on (default setting), the
ScreenPlay MX2 will filter media files by categories that apply to
specific media types. For example, the filter categories for music
files include All music, Artist, Album, Genre, and Playlist. When
browsing photos, the categories include All photos, Date, and
Recent.

NOTE: The filters depends on meta-data included with the media

files. If the meta-data is missing or incomplete for any media file,
the file will not appear in the expected category.

When Auto scan off is selected, the ScreenPlay MX2 will display a
"Folder" option for browsing all media files.

Use the Rescan storage option to update the media library for new
files.
Factory Default Select this option to reset all configuration options on the
ScreenPlay MX2 to factory defaults.

Audio Setup

Night Mode

  OFF Turns off night mode or the comfort option. (Default setting)

ON Decreases audio output through the ScreenPlay Plus to a soft level

 
for nighttime listening.

Comfort Softens audio output only for sudden loud portions of an audio
 
track.

HDMI Output

LCPM* Use with an HDMI connection. Outputs audio signal with multi-
 
channel simulation whenever possible.

  Multi-Ch Use with an HDMI connection. Outputs audio signal for multi-channel
 speakers.

RAW Use with an HDMI connection. Outputs digital audio without

 
decoding.

SPDIF Output

LPCM* Use with a coaxial audio connection. Outputs audio signal with
 
multi-channel simulation whenever possible.

RAW Use with a coaxial audio connection. Outputs audio signal without
 
decoding.

 
*LPCM stands for Linear Pulse Code Modulation, which is a common method for encoding audio signal in CD and DVD.
Video Setup

Aspect Ratio

  16:9 Displays 16:9 images on a wide screen TV.

Pan Scan 4:3 Displays 16:9 images in “Pan and Scan” with a 4:3 ratio TV
 
connected.

  Letter Box 4:3 Displays 16:9 images in “Letter Box” with a 4:3 ratio TV connected.

  16:10 Displays 16:10 images on a wide screen TV.

TV System

NOTE: The ScreenPlay MX2 automatically detects and lists video output options supported on the TV. If the
ScreenPlay MX2 is connected via composite video, it will automatically select the lowest compatible output
setting. If it is connected via HDMI and set to use the Auto setting, it will automatically display the highest
resolution supported by the TV and a selected digital movie.

HDMI Auto Automatically adjusts video output resolution based on the selected
 
video file

  NTSC Outputs standard NTSC video signal

  PAL Outputs standard PAL video signal

  480p Use the 480p or 576p output

  576p resolution with a 4:3 ratio TV.

  720p 60Hz The 720p, 1080i, and 1080p options

output a 16:9 video format for high
  1080i 60Hz definition wide-screen displays.
Select the output option that
optimizes display on the TV.
  1080p 60Hz

Digital Noise Reduction

Auto This option enables SoC de-block function to automatically smooth

 
mosaic blocks on the video display.

  Off Turns off digital noise reduction.

1080p 24Hz

On Select this option for better video display when viewing Blu-ray
 
video files that support 1080p 24Hz video format.

  Off Default setting

Playback

Resume Play On — The ScreenPlay MX2 will continue playing a digital movie
where you left off after stopping playback then pressing play.
(Default setting)
Off — If you stop playback of a digital movie then press play, the
ScreenPlay MX2 will start playing the movie from the beginning.

Subtitle font size 24 pixels (default setting) down to 6 pixels

Text Encoding Select the language encoding you want to use for subtitle files.
Default setting is Unicode (UTF8), which will automatically display
most language subtitles correctly. When viewing a video with
Chinese subtitles, the text encoding must be set to match that
used in the subtitle file.

Slideshow Timing Set time to display each photo during a slideshow. Supported
intervals are 2 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, or 30 sec.

Transition Effect Set fade or transition options for slideshow display or turn off
transition effects

Miscellaneous Setup Options (MISC)

About Displays the firmware version and product serial number.

DivX Register Displays the registration code to use when registering your
ScreenPlay MX2 for DivX Video-on-Demand. Register at
http://vod.divx.com

NOTE: The ScreenPlay MX2 is pre-registered for DivX VOD content.

You will need to register only if you choose to deactivate DivX
registration.
DivX Deactivate
Turns off DivX registration
USB upgrade Runs firmware update file if present on a connected USB device.
Check the support area on www.iomega.com for firmware updates
and download instructions.

Using Controls and Menus

 Using the Remote Control
 Navigating Menus

 Options Menus

Using the Remote Control

When the Iomega ScreenPlay MX2 is connected to the TV, you can use the remote control to navigate menus
and play content. The ScreenPlay MX2 will not accept commands from the remote control when is it
connected to USB on a computer.

NOTE: Always point the remote control towards the receiver on the front of the

ScreenPlay MX2.

Power
Power on/off1
 

HOME
Display the ScreenPlay MX2
home screen
 

Up/Down  
Left/Right Navigate through lists or
options / Enter folders

 
 ENTER
Select option / open folder
play files
 

BACK
Return to previous option or
menu
 

Stop
Stop playback
 

OPTION

Display context sensitve menus

and options

  REV   Play/Pause
(Reverse
) Fast rewind during playback   Play file / pause playback

  FF (Fast   PREV
Jump to previous music/photo
Forward) (Previous)
Fast forward during playback file or video chapter during
playback
   

  NEXT Jump to next music/photo file   SEARCH

or video chapter during Search for specific media file
  playback  

  EJECT    
Eject a USB device before
 
  disconnecting
Navigating Menus
When the ScreenPlay MX2 is connected to a TV and powered up, the ScreenPlay home screen will display on
the TV. From the home screen, you can select from the following media functions to browse and play media
files or access settings and general information for your ScreenPlay MX2.

Listen to music tracks, albums, and playlists.

  Music
Create playlists.

  Movies Access and play your digital movies and videos

Browse and view your photo images. Create

  Photos
photo slideshows.

  Setup View or change player settings

Use the right/left navigation buttons on the remote control to scroll through the ScreenPlay MX2 functions.
When the function you want is highlighted, use the up/down navigation buttons to scroll through available
locations or options. Press the ENTER button to select an option or location. When browsing content, you can
select and play media fles by pressing either the play button or ENTER on the remote control.

Each media function automatically filters files so you will see only the selected media type. For example, if
you select the Music function, the navigator will list only audio files. If you select Movies, you can browse and
play your video files.

Navigation Tips:

 Use the up/down buttons to scroll item-by-item through a list on the current page of the ScreenPlay
TV interface.
 Press ENTER or the right arrow button to enter a selected directory.

 Press BACK button [   ] to exit the current menu or directory and return to the parent menu or
directory.

 Press the play button or ENTER to enter a highlighted directory or play a selected file.

 Press the stop button to end playback and return to the selected media navigator.

 Press the HOME button to jump to the ScreenPlay MX2 home screen while browsing files and folders.

 Options Menus
  You can press the OPTION button on the remote control at any time to display menus that differ
depending on the currently selected media, the type of item, and the context. For example, when
you are browsing your media files, the OPTION button provides access to browser display and file
management options that allow you to select and copy or paste files and folders. When you are
playing media files, the OPTION button provides access to playback and display options that differ
depending on the media format. This allows you to easily modify your viewing or listening experience.
Refer to the tables below for information on the playback options available for different media types.

 NOTE: Because the options menus are context-sensitive and differ according to file format, some of
the options described below are not available for all media files.

 Movie Options

Audio channel Press ENTER to select an available audio channel. If more than one
channel is available, press ENTER again to toggle the channel.

Subtitle Press ENTER to turn subtitles on or off. If more than one language
is available for the subtitles, press ENTER repeatedly to toggle the
subtitle language.

NOTE: Subtitles will display only if supported by the movie you are
viewing.
Zoom in Press ENTER to increase the magnification by 2x, 4x, 8x, or restore
the display to 1x magnification

Repeat Press ENTER to display an info bar that shows an icon for the
currently selected repeat option. Press ENTER repeatedly to toggle
through the available repeat options or turn repeat off. See Music
Options below for information on the repeat icons.

Info Displays an information bar at the bottom of the screen that shows
the movie filename, resolution, play time, format, and chapter
currently playing relative to the total number of chapters in the
movie. Press ENTER to remove the Info bar display.

Top Menu Select this option to display the menu for a DVD/ISO video if
available.

 NOTE: If you want to jump to a specific chapter while watching a video, press the Search button.


 Photo Options

Rotate right Press ENTER to rotate the photo display 90 degrees clockwise.

Rotate left Press ENTER to rotate the photo display 90 degrees

 counterclockwise.

Zoom in Press ENTER to increase the picture magnification by 2x, 4x, 8x, or
restore the picture to 1x magnification

Repeat Press ENTER to display an info bar that shows an icon for the
currently selected repeat option. Press ENTER repeatedly to toggle
through the available repeat options or turn repeat off. See Music
Options below for information on the repeat icons.

Info Displays an information bar at the bottom of the screen that shows
the photo filename, file date, dimensions (in pixels), file size, and
number of the photo relative to the total number of photos in the
folder. Press ENTER to remove the Info bar display.

 Music Options
 Press ENTER repeatedly to toggle through the available repeat options. The selected repeat option
displays as an icon on the info bar. If no icon appears, repeat is turned off. Press the OPTION button
again to exit the repeat menu.

Repeat all once Replay all music tracks in order from the currently selected album
or folder. Stop play after all tracks have repeated one time.
  

Continuous Replay all music tracks in order from the currently selected album
or folder. Continue replay until another option is selected.
  

Shuffle Play all music tracks from the currently selected album or folder
in random order. Stop play after all tracks have played once.
  

Continuous Replay all music tracks from the currently selected album or folder
repeat~shuffle in random order. Continue replay until another option is selected.

    

Browser Options

Thumbnails Press Enter when this option is highlighted to display thumbnails

 when browsing your media files.

Cover Press Enter when this option is highlighted to show the cover art
for your media files.

Preview Press Enter when this option is highlighted to show the preview
window when browsing media files.

File Manager The File Manager option is available when browsing Local Storage
or a USB location. Press Enter when File Manager is highlighted to
copy, move, or delete files and folders, or to create playlists or
photo albums.

Managing Media Files

 Organizing your Media Files
 Transferring Files

 Deleting Files

Organizing Your Media Files

You can create folders on the ScreenPlay MX2 data partition for organizing and storing your media files. You
might find it helpful to create a folder for each type of media (for example, "Photos" for image files, "Music"
for music files, and "Movies" for video files). Within these folders, you can create additional subfolders to
further organize your files. For example, within the "Movies" folder, you could create a separate folder for
each movie or video you want to store on the ScreenPlay MX2. You can also create subfolders to organize your
media files into broad categories that make it easier for you to find the files you want to play. For example,
within “Movies”, you could create subfolders for “Classics”, “Family Favorites”, “Action and Suspense”, etc.
Within “Music”, you could create subfolders for the types of music you like, such as “Rock”, “Jazz”, “Rhythm
and Blues”, “Oldies”, “Classical”, etc.

It is not necessary to place your media files in folders or subfolders; however, this is recommended for easiest
navigation. If you copy all of your media files directly to the ScreenPlay MX2 data partition without using
folders, you might have to scroll through long lists to find and play back specific files.

NOTE: When the Media libray option is set to On (default), the ScreenPlay MX2 will provide options to browse
your media files by categories that apply to specific media types. For example, the filter categories for music
files include All music, Artist, Album, Genre, Playlist, and Recent. These filters depends on meta-data
included with the media files. If the meta-data is missing or incomplete for any media file, the file will not
appear in the expected category.

Transferring Files
The fastest way to transfer files to the ScreenPlay MX2 is to connect it to a computer and use the computer's
copy-and-paste or drag-and-drop functions. You can also use the computer to create folders and subfolders on
the ScreenPlay MX2 data partition. In addition to using a computer to transfer files, you can use the
ScreenPlay TV interface to copy files or folders from a USB device connected to the ScreenPlay MX2.

Copy and Paste Media Files Using the ScreenPlay MX2 TV Interface

1. Connect the USB device containing the files you want to copy.
2. Go to the ScreenPlay home screen (press the HOME button on the remote control).

3. Select the type of media you want to copy and paste (Video, Music, or Photo).

4. Select USB as the source location for your files and press ENTER.

NOTE: If you want to copy files from the ScreenPlay MX2 data partition to a USB device, select Local
Storage as the source location.

5. Navigate to the files (or a folder) you want to copy and press the OPTION button on the remote
control.
6. Press the right arrow button to highlight File Manager and press ENTER to select it.

7. Use the left pane on the File Manager screen to highlight a file or folder you want to copy and press
the Play button to add it to the list on the right side of the File Manager screen.

8. Use the left pane in File Manager to navigate to additional files or folders and add them to the
selected list on the right side of the screen.

9. When you have selected all of the files and/or folders you want to copy, press the OPTION button on
the remote control and select Copy.

10. Select the destination where you want to store the files:

 HDD for the ScreenPlay MX2 data partition

 USB for a connected USB device

11. Navigate to the folder you want to use or press the Search button if you want to create a new folder.

12. Press the Play button to confirm that you want to copy the files to the selected location.

NOTE: You can also use this procedure to move files and folders by selecting Move rather than Copy at step
9.

Deleting Files

The ScreenPlay File Manager includes an option for deleting selected files and folders, so you can easily use
the TV interface to remove files you no longer wish to keep. You can also delete files and folders using direct
USB connection to a computer.

Follow the instructions below to use the File Manager options menu to delete files.

1. Go to the ScreenPlay home screen (press the HOME button on the remote control).
 2. Select the type of media files you want to delete (Video, Music, or Photo), then use the up/down
navigations buttons to highlight the source location (Local Storage or USB). Press ENTER to select the
location.

3. Navigate to the files (or a folder) you want to delete and press the OPTION button on the remote
control.

4. Press the right arrow button to highlight File Manager and press ENTER to select it.

5. Use the left pane on the File Manager screen to highlight a file or folder you want to delete and press
the Play button to add it to the list on the right side of the File Manager screen.

6. Use the left pane in File Manager to navigate to additional files or folders and add them to the
selected list on the right side of the screen.

7. When you have selected all of the files and/or folders you want to delete, press the OPTION button on
the remote control and select Delete.

8. Select Yes to confirm that you want to delete the files.

CAUTION! Take care to delete only files you no longer want or have copied to another storage device.
Once deleted, files cannot be recovered.

Using the ScreenPlay MX2 Player Features

You can use the ScreenPlay TV interface to easily access and enjoy all of your digital media. The following
table provides links to instructions for using the player features.

Movies See:
   

  Playing Digital Movies

 Watch digital movies
  Using External USB Devices
 Watch video camera recordings
  Managing Media Files
 Create a video library

Music  
 

  Listening to Music
 Listen to music
  Creating Playlists
 Make playlists
  Managing Media Files
 Create a music library

Photos  
 

 View digital photos   Viewing Photo Images

   Creating Slideshows
 Create / view slideshows
  Playing Music with a Slideshow
 Add music to a slideshow
  Managing Media Files
 Create a photo library

Change Player Settings  

 

  Setup: Video
 Video output settings
  Setup: Audio
 Audio output settings
  Setup: Playback
 Movie or photo player settings
 Language, media library,   Setup: System
screen saver

Playing Digital Movies

To easily access and play your digital movies and video files, select Movies from the ScreenPlay MX2 home
screen:

Use the up/down navigation buttons on the remote control to highlight a source location and press ENTER to
select it. The video navigator will automatically filter the selected location to display video content. In
addition to browsing by location, you can choose to browse All videos, which will display video content from
all available locations. After choosing a location or filter, browse to the video file you want to play.See
Navigation Tips for details on how to use the remote control to browse and select files.

NOTE: If the movie or video file you want does not appear or does not play, make sure it is in a supported
format. See Supported Media Formats for a complete list of supported video types and file formats.

Click here to view step-by-step instructions for playing video files.

Playback Options
While viewing a movie, you can press the OPTION button to access video playback options where you can
select or change the following:

Audio channel
Subtitles
Zoom
Repeat
Info
Top Menu (available with some DVD/ISO videos)
NOTE: The options available vary depending on the format of the selected video.

Listening to Music

 Playing Music Files

 Music Repeat Options

 Creating Playlists

The ScreenPlay MX2 enables you to listen to music files stored on the ScreenPlay MX2 local storage or a
connected USB device. Supported formats for music files include MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG Voorbis, and FLAC.
The ScreenPlay MX2 also supports DVD soundtracks in AC3 format (Dolby Digital Encoding). You can play music
files through a TV set or connected amplifier/receiver. For the best music playback quality, use an HDMI
connection to the TV set or a coaxial audio connection to a connected amplifier/receiver.

Playing Music Files

To access your music files, select the Music icon from the ScreenPlay MX2 home screen:

Use the up/down navigation buttons on the remote control to highlight a source location and press ENTER to
select it. The music navigator will automatically filter the selected location to display audio content. In
addition to browsing by location, you can choose a filter that will display files in the selected category from
all available locations. The filter options* for Music include All Songs, Albums, Artists, Genres, Years, and
Playlists. Press ENTER when the filter option you want is highlighted, then browse to the music you want to
play. Press the play button to start playback and display the music player on the TV.

NOTE: Browser filters will not appear if the Media libray option is turned off.

*The filters for albums, artists, years, and genres depend on meta-data included with the music files. If the
meta-data is missing or incomplete for any music file, it will not appear in the expected category. If you can't
find a file, try browsing All music.

Music Repeat Options

While the music player is displayed, you can press the OPTION button to select or change the music repeat
option. Press ENTER repeatedly to toggle through the available repeat options. The selected repeat option
displays as an icon on the info bar. If no icon appears, repeat is turned off. Press the OPTION button again to
exit the repeat menu.

The available options include:

Repeat all once Replay all music tracks in order from the currently selected album
or folder. Stop play after all tracks have repeated one time.
  

Continuous Replay all music tracks in order from the currently selected album
 or folder. Continue replay until another option is selected.
  

Shuffle Play all music tracks from the currently selected album or folder
in random order. Stop play after all tracks have played once.
  

Continuous Replay all music tracks from the currently selected album or folder
repeat~shuffle in random order. Continue replay until another option is selected.

    

Creating Playlists

A playlist is a collection of music files which can be played in series. You can use playlists for continuous
playback of music stored in different locations on your ScreenPlay MX2 or an attached USB storage device.
You can also use playlists to add background music to your photo slideshows. You can use the ScreenPlay TV
interface to create playlists from your music libraries, or you can organize music tracks in folder playlists.
Follow the instructions below.

How to Create a Playlist Using the ScreenPlay Options Menus

1. Go to the ScreenPlay home screen (press the HOME button on the remote control).
2. Select Music, then use the up/down navigation buttons to highlight the source location for your music
files (Local Storage or USB). Press ENTER to select the location.

3. When the music browser displays, press the OPTION button on the remote control to bring up the
options menu.

4. Press the right arrow button to highlight File Manager and press ENTER to select it.

5. Use the left pane on the File Manager screen to navigate to each file you want to include in the
playlist and press the Play button to add it to the list on the right side of the File Manager screen.

6. Once you have selected all of the tracks you want for the playlist, use the left side of the File
Manager screen to navigate to the location on your ScreenPlay MX2 where you want to save the
playlist.

NOTE: You might find it helpful to create a folder called “Playlists” so you can save all of your
playlists in a single location.

7. Press the OPTION button, then select Save playlist and How to Play a Playlist File (m3u)

In addition to playlists created using the ScreenPlay TV interface, the ScreenPlay MX2 can use playlist files
from other software players, such as Windows Media Player or Winamp. Playlist files usually have an .m3u file
extension.

1. Press the Music button on the remote control to display the music navigator.
 2. Use the up/down navigation buttons to highlight the source location where the playlist is stored. The
music navigator will list all available sources, including the ScreenPlay MX2 (local storage) and any
connected USB device.

3. Select the Playlist filter to make it easy to find the m3u files.

NOTE: The playlist filter will not appear if the Media libray option is turned off.

4. Browse to the playlist you want and press the Play button to start playback.

5. Press Play/pause again to pause playback or press the Stop button to end playback.

During playback, you can press the OPTION button to set options to repeat all tracks on the playlist or shuffle
the play order.

Folder Playlists

The ScreenPlay MX2 will automatically play all of the music tracks in a folder as a playlist, so you can also
create playlists by organizing your music files in folders as desired. To launch a folder playlist, just navigate
to the folder, select the first music track in the folder and press the Play button to start playback. The
ScreenPlay MX2 will then play all of the music tracks in the folder in order of their filenames (alphanumeric
order). If you want to play the music tracks in random order, press the OPTION button, then press ENTER until
the shuffle icon displays on the info bar.

Viewing Photo Images

 Browsing Your Photos

 Creating Slideshows

 Playing Music with a Slideshow

You can use the ScreenPlay MX2 to view photos directly from a USB camera, or images stored on the
ScreenPlay MX2 local storage or a connected USB storage device. Supported formats for photo images include
JPEG, BMP, and GIF. You can easily view all of the photos stored in a single folder or create photo albums or
slideshows with images from multiple locations.

Browsing Your Photos

To access your photos, select Photos from the ScreenPlay MX2 home screen:
Use the up/down navigation buttons on the remote control to highlight a source location and press ENTER to
select it. The photo navigator will filter the selected storage location to show your photos. In addition to
browsing by location, you can choose a filter to browse either All photos or Albums. Press ENTER when the
filter option you want is highlighted, then browse to select the photo you want to view. Press the play button
or ENTER to display the photo on the TV. If you use the play button, the photo viewer will automatically
display each photo in the same folder using the display interval set under Setup > Playback. If you use ENTER
to view the first photo, press the Next button to manually display the next image.

NOTE: Browser filters will not appear if the Media libray option is turned off. If you want to use thumbnails to
browse your photos, select Setup > Playback > Browser display > Thumbnails.

Creating Slideshows

ScreenPlay MX2 automatically allows you to view all of the photos in a selected folder as a slideshow. If you
want to create a slideshow using photos from multiple folders, you can use the ScreenPlay TV interface to
create a new photo album with copies of the images you select. You can then display all photos in the album
as a slideshow. Follow the instructions below.

How to Create a Photo Album Using the ScreenPlay Options Menus

1. Go to the ScreenPlay home screen (press the HOME button on the remote control).
2. Select Photos, then use the up/down navigation buttons to highlight the source location for your
photo images (Local Storage or USB). Press ENTER to select the location.

3. When the photo browser displays, press the OPTION button on the remote control to bring up the
options menu.

4. Press the right arrow button to highlight File Manager and press ENTER to select it.

5. Use the left pane on the File Manager screen to navigate to each photo you want to include in the
photo album and press the Play button to add it to the list on the right side of the File Manager
screen.

6. Once you have selected all of the photos you want, use the left side of the File Manager screen to
navigate to the location on your ScreenPlay MX2 where you want to save the new photo album.

7. Press the OPTION button, then select Save photo album and press ENTER.

8. Use the virtual keyboard to name your photo album, then select OK and press ENTER.

Folder Slideshows

The ScreenPlay MX2 will automatically display all of the photo images in a folder as a slideshow, so you can
also create slideshows by organizing your photos in folders as desired.

1. Connect the ScreenPlay MX2 to a computer via USB.

NOTE: You can also create slideshows on an external USB device.

2. Use your computer's operating system to browse to the location you want to store your slideshow (for
example, inside your "Photos" folder).
3. Create and name a new folder for the slideshow.
 HINT: Use a name that will make it easy for you to recognize the slideshow.

4. Browse to the photos you want to include in the slideshow and use copy-and-paste or drag-and-drop
to copy them to the folder you created in step 3.

NOTE: If two photos have the same filename, rename one of the files so it doesn't copy over the other
file.

5. If you want the photos in your slideshow to appear in a specific order, rename them so they list in the
order you want to use. By default, the ScreenPlay MX2 will display all photos in a folder in
alphanumeric order, so you can easily set the order simply by numbering each photo.
6. If the ScreenPlay MX2 is connected via USB, disconnect it and re-connect to your TV.

How to View a Slideshow

To launch a slideshow, just navigate to the folder or photo album containing your slideshow images, select
the first photo and press the Play button. The ScreenPlay MX2 will then automatically display all of the photos
in the folder in order of their filenames (alphanumeric order). If you want to display the photos in random
order, press the OPTION button, then press ENTER until the shuffle icon displays on the info bar.

1. To set the slideshow interval and transition options, select Setup > Playback. See Setup: Playback for
information on available options.
2. When you are finished in Setup, press the HOME button to exit and return to the ScreenPlay MX2 home
screen.

3. To view your slideshow, select Photos, then select the location where your slideshow is stored.
Navigate to the folder containing your slideshow, highlight the first photo, and press the Play button.

NOTE: If you want to run the slideshow manually, press ENTER to view the first photo, then press the Next
button when you want to move to the next image.

Photo Display Options

While viewing a photo slideshow, you can press the OPTION button to set or change the following:

Rotate right
Rotate left
Zoom in
Repeat
Display an info bar

See Photo Options for details on how to use these settings.

Playing Music with a Slideshow

You can easily add music to your slideshows simply by starting the music before you start the slideshow. You
can place the music tracks you want to use in the same folder as the slideshow photos, or you can play music
from another folder. Here's how to set up music in the same folder as the slideshow photos.

1. Copy the music files you want to use to the folder that contains your slideshow images.
 2. Using a computer connection, name the music tracks in the order you would like them to play, for
example, track01, track02, track03, etc.

3. Disconnect the ScreenPlay MX2 from the computer and re-connect to your TV set.

4. Select Music, then choose the location where your slideshow folder is stored.

5. Navigate to the folder containing your slideshow, select the first music track, and press the Play
button. If you want to repeat or shuffle the music tracks, press the OPTION button, then press ENTER
repeatedly until the icon for the option you want displays on the info bar.

6. Press the Photos button on the remote control to bring up the photo navigator.

7. Choose the location where your slideshow is stored, then navigate to the folder.

8. Select the first photo image and press Play.

9. If you want to repeat the photos or shuffle the display order, press the OPTION button, then press
ENTER repeatedly until the icon for the option you want displays on the info bar.

Using External USB Devices

The ScreenPlay MX2 will recognize supported media content on external USB devices that are formatted NTFS,
FAT32, Mac OS Extended (HFS+), Ext2, or Ext3. Simply connect the USB device to the USB host port on the
front of the ScreenPlay MX2, then use the TV interface to select the type of media you want to view or play
from the USB device. Select "External USB" as the location to browse media content and select files you want
to play.

You can copy and paste files from a connected USB device using the option menus. See Transferring Files for
detailed instructions.

Troubleshooting
 Problems on a TV Connection
 Problems Playing Media Files

 Problems on a Computer Connection

Click the links below to expand or close the troubleshooting information.

For help with problems that are not covered in this manual, please visit the support area on www.iomega.com

Problems on a TV Connection

TV screen resolution is not as high as expected

If the ScreenPlay MX2 is connected to an HD TV via an HDMI cable, it is recommended that you use the HDMI
Auto setting for video output. The ScreenPlay MX2 will then automatically use the highest resolution
supported on the TV for each digital movie you watch.

If you are using a composite video connection for the ScreenPlay MX2, you might be able to manually select a
higher resolution to optimize the display. See Setup > Video > TV System for more information.

ScreenPlay MX2 does not respond to the remote control

 Make sure you are pointing the remote control directly at the receiver on the front panel. The
indicator light on the ScreenPlay MX2 will flash once when it receives a signal from the remote
control. If the indicator light is not on, make sure the ScreenPlay MX2 is receiving power (see
ScreenPlay MX2 LED does not light), then check the following suggestions.
 If you are using the remote control for the first time, install the included AAA batteries. Make sure
the batteries are oriented correctly.

 If you have used the remote control for some time, the batteries could be depleted. Try replacing
them.

Blank or blue screen when the ScreenPlay MX2 is connected to a TV

 Confirm that the ScreenPlay MX2 is correctly connected to video input on your TV set. Refer to
Connecting to a TV for detailed instructions.
 Make sure the ScreenPlay MX2 is connected to power and turned on.

 Make sure you have selected the correct video input on your TV to display output from the ScreenPlay
MX2.

 The video output setting on the ScreenPlay MX2 might not be correct for your TV. See Setup > Video >
TV System for more information.

| No audio output

 Check the audio cable connection between the ScreenPlay MX2 and the TV. The ScreenPlay MX2 can
be connected to right/left RCA connectors on the TV using the red and white connectors on the
included composite cable. You can also connect the ScreenPlay MX2 to an AV amplifier (receiver)
using a coaxial audio cable (not included). If you are using a composite RCA connection, be sure you
have connected to audio input on the TV set. If you are using an HDMI connection, it includes both
video and audio.

NOTE: Some TV sets are equipped with separate composite and component audio inputs. Be sure that
you have connected the correct one. See Connecting to a TV for instructions.

 Check the audio output setting under the Audio options on the Setup page. If the ScreenPlay is
connected to an AV amplifier using a coaxial audio cable, select Digital for the audio output.
 Check the volume setting on the TV or AV amplifier. You will not be able to hear audio if the volume
is too low.

 The ScreenPlay MX2 might be using the wrong audio channel. Press the OPTION button and select
Audio channel. Press ENTER to select an available audio channel. If more than one channel is
available, press ENTER again to toggle the channel.

TV does not have RCA jacks

Try connecting your ScreenPlay MX2 through an RF Modulator. You can also use the coaxial audio connector on
the ScreenPlay MX2 to connect to an AV amplifier (receiver) with a digital audio decoder (coaxial audio cable
not included).

NOTE: Do not connect the ScreenPlay MX2 through a VCR. Video signals fed through a VCR may be affected by
copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.

ScreenPlay MX2 LED does not light

The indicator light glows steadily when the ScreenPlay MX2 is powered up and blinks when the ScreenPlay MX2
is loading or accessing files. The indicator will be off when the ScreenPlay MX2 is powered down but still
connected to power.

If the indicator light is off, try pressing the power button on the remote control. The indicator should blink
while the ScreenPlay MX2 powers up, then glow steadily. If the LED does not light when you press the power
button, try the following troubleshooting suggestions.

 Confirm that the power supply that shipped with the ScreenPlay MX2 is correctly connected to the
back of the player. Try disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply cable.
 Confirm that the power supply is connected to a working power outlet or uninterruptible power supply
(UPS).

The TV interface appears in the wrong language

1. Press the HOME button and use the right/left navigation buttons to highlight the Setup icon:

2. Use the up/down navigation button to highlight System and press the ENTER button.
3. Select Menu Language and press ENTER.

4. Scroll through the options to highlight the language you want to use.

5. Press ENTER to select the highlighted language.

6. Press HOME or BACK to exit the Setup screen.

Problems Playing Media Files

Media files are listed when connected to a computer but not on the TV

 The media file format might not be supported on the ScreenPlay MX2. Refer to Supported Media
Formats for information on supported file types and filename extensions.
 Make sure the folder containing the files is not compressed, encrypted, or hidden. You can check the
folder attributes on a computer by right clicking on the folder icon and selecting Properties. Make
 sure the box next to Hidden is not checked. Click the Advanced button to check whether or not the
folder is compressed or encrypted.

Some media files will not play

 Confirm that the file format is supported on the ScreenPlay. Refer to Supported Media Formats for
information on supported file types and filename extensions.
 Make sure the file is not compressed.

 Make sure the media file is not damaged. If available, try replacing the file with a known-good copy.

 If the file still will not play, it might be due to an incompatible codec. Even with a supported file
type, ScreenPlay MX2 might not be able to support every codec used to create that type of media file.
With container formats, such as AVI or MKV, that use multiple codecs for the various data streams
included in the container, all of the codecs must be supported in order for ScreenPlay MX2 to play the
file. Although the ScreenPlay MX2 includes the most widely used codecs for each supported files type,
there can still be incompatibilities simply because there are thousands of codecs in use.

For additional information on codecs and codec incompatibilities, please visit the support area on
www.iomega.com.

Unrecognizable subtitle occurs when playing some DivX movies

If the subtitle file is ANSI encoded text, you need to manually set the subtitle language option to match the
language used by the subtitle file. Press the OPTION button on the remote control to display the options menu
and select Subtitle. Press ENTER repeatedly to toggle the subtitle language. When the language you want
appears, press the OPTION button again to exit the options menu.

Audio or subtitle is not in the selected language

If the audio or subtitle on a movie does not come up in the language you have selected, the movie probably
does not include that language. Press the OPTION button on the remote control to display the options menu.
Select Subtitle, then press ENTER repeatedly to toggle through the available subtitle languages. When the
language you want appears, press the OPTION button again to exit the options menu.

Problems on a Computer Connection

ScreenPlay MX2 does not appear or is not assigned a drive letter in My Computer or Windows Explorer

 Make sure the ScreenPlay MX2 is powered up (indicator light will flash, then glow steadily). If the
indicator light does not turn on, make sure the power supply is correctly connected to the ScreenPlay
MX2 and a working power outlet.
 Try rebooting your computer.

 Check all connections.

 Make sure you are using the USB cable that came with the ScreenPlay MX2. If you are using a different
cable, make sure it meets interface specifications.

 Connect the USB cable directly to a port on the computer or on the USB card. Do not connect
ScreenPlay MX2 to a USB hub or keyboard.
  If you are using a USB host adapter, make sure that the correct drivers for the adapter have been
installed and the operating system recognizes it.

 Check your BIOS to ensure USB is enabled. Please refer to your computer's user's guide or manual for
instructions.

If the ScreenPlay MX2 is still not assigned a drive letter, please visit the support area on www.iomega.com.

ScreenPlay MX2 appears read-only under Mac OS X

If you cannot write files to the ScreenPlay MX2 under Mac OS X, you need to reformat the data partition on
the ScreenPlay MX2 hard disk. See Formatting the Data Partition for more information.

Performance seems slow

 To help avoid this problem, make sure other USB devices are not being used at the same time as the
ScreenPlay MX2. Other devices that can affect performance include digital cameras, scanners, and
other high-speed peripherals that process large amounts of data.
 Connect the USB cable directly to a port on the computer or on the USB card. Do not connect
ScreenPlay MX2 to a USB hub or keyboard.

NOTE: The ScreenPlay MX2 will perform slower when connected to a standard USB 1.1 port. It will not
reach the maximum transfer rate unless it is connected to a USB 2.0 port. It will perform at USB 2.0
speeds if connected to a USB 3.0 port. For additional information about USB performance and how to
determine which version is installed on your computer, please visit the support area of
www.iomega.com.

If performance still seems slow, please visit the support area of www.iomega.com for additional
troubleshooting.

ScreenPlay MX2 locks up, freezes, or information gets lost or corrupted

The problem is probably due to a non-compliant USB controller chip or other devices on your computer
system. Try the following suggestions:

 Carefully follow the USB guidelines. They are designed to help you avoid some of the problems caused
by non-compliant USB devices.
 If the problem persists, you may want to upgrade the USB controller in your computer system to one
that complies with the latest USB specification. In this case, contact your computer manufacturer for
help.

 Do not disconnect the ScreenPlay MX2 while it is transferring information. Data loss will result!

 Do not connect or disconnect other USB devices while the ScreenPlay MX2 is transferring information.
Data loss will result!

If the computer still locks up, freezes, or information gets lost or corrupted, please visit the support area of
www.iomega.com for additional troubleshooting.

CAUTION! USB devices (including cards, mice, joysticks, and peripherals) that do not comply with the USB
specification may cause system lockups or possible data loss when used with the ScreenPlay MX2. If you are
not sure that a USB device complies with the latest USB specification, contact the manufacturer of the
device.
 Windows stops responding when you disconnect the ScreenPlay MX2

This may occur because Windows is trying to access a file that is on the ScreenPlay MX2 hard disk. Make sure
that none of the files on the disk are open when you unplug the ScreenPlay MX2. To prevent any data loss,
always use the Safely Remove Hardware utility before disconnecting the data cable or power cable.

Large files will not copy to the ScreenPlay MX2

If the ScreenPlay MX2 is formatted FAT32, an individual file that is 4GB or larger cannot be copied due to
limitations in the FAT32 file system. This is one of the reasons it is recommended that you not use the FAT32
file system on the ScreenPlay MX2. If you have formatted the ScreenPlay MX2 FAT23 and have a file that is 4
GB or larger, try using a compression utility to make the file smaller. If you can compress it to less than 4GB,
you will be able to copy it to a FAT32 volume.

How to Get Help

Iomega is committed to providing excellent customer support. To meet this goal, Iomega offers a variety of
support options designed to meet the needs of a wide range of users. For complete information on the support
options available for your Iomega product, check our website at www.iomega.com. Please select your region
carefully.

Here's just some of what is available on Iomega's award-winning web support site 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week:

 Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs)

 Online help pages with troubleshooting or basic "how to" information

 Up-to-date Iomega software and drivers

 Advanced online support options, such as 1-on-1 live chat and email

 Electronic copies of Iomega product manuals

 Information on telephone support options

 Information on advanced technical service options, such as data recovery

 Warranty information and product return instructions

Support options available may vary depending on your region and language of choice.

NOTE: Iomega's specific customer support policies (including fees for services) and procedures change as
technology and market conditions dictate. To obtain information about Iomega's current policies, please visit
our website or write to: Iomega Customer Service, 4059 South 1900 West, Roy, UT 84067, USA.

Limited Warranty
 Coverage
 Excluded Products and Problems
  Remedies

 Obtaining Warranty Service

 Limitations

Coverage

Iomega warrants this hardware product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
warranty period. This non-transferable, limited warranty is only to you, the first end-user purchaser. The
warranty begins on the date of purchase and lasts for a period of one (1) year for product purchased in the
Americas or the Asia-Pacific region; ninety (90) days for Iomega reconditioned products purchased in these
regions; or, two (2) years for product purchased by an end-user in Europe, the Middle East, or Africa.
Customers who register their new products at www.iomegareg.com within 90 days of purchase will receive a
warranty extension so that their total warranty shall be a period of three (3) years in all regions.

NOTE: Reconditioned products are not eligible for a warranty extension.

Excluded Products and Problems

This warranty does not apply to: (a) Iomega software products; (b) expendable components such as fuses or
bulbs; or (c) third party products, hardware or software, supplied with the warranted product. Iomega makes
no warranty of any kind on such products which, if included, are provided “AS IS.”

This warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, failure to follow instructions given
in the product documentation, use of non-Iomega supplied or approved replaceable components, exposure of
media to excessive magnetic fields, external environmental causes, or damage arising from any cause or
causes for which Iomega is not responsible such as exposure to abnormal temperatures, shock, power surges,
power outages, improper power supply, or damage caused while the product is being shipped from you to
Iomega.

Your Iomega product may contain certain replaceable components such as hard drives or power supplies.
Refer to your product documentation or contact Iomega to determine whether specific components are
replaceable. Any alteration, change, modification, or repair (other than replacement of a replaceable
component) made to the product by a party other than Iomega or Iomega's authorized service provider will
void this warranty.

Remedies

Your sole and exclusive remedy for a covered defect is repair or replacement of the defective product, at
Iomega’s sole option and expense (shipping may be charged), and Iomega may use new or refurbished parts or
products to do so. The replaced part/product will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or
three (3) months from the date of shipment of such parts/products, whichever is longer. If Iomega is unable
to repair or replace a defective product, your alternate exclusive remedy shall be a refund of the original
purchase price.

The above is Iomega’s entire obligation to you under this warranty. IN NO EVENT SHALL IOMEGA BE LIABLE
FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA,
USE, OR PROFITS EVEN IF IOMEGA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. In no event shall
Iomega’s liability exceed the original purchase price of the drive or the media disk. Some jurisdictions do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.

Obtaining Warranty Service

You must notify Iomega within the warranty period to receive warranty service. Just as technology and
market conditions vary, Iomega’s specific customer support policies (including fees for services) and
procedures change over time. To obtain information about Iomega’s current policies or warranty service,
please visit our website at www.iomega.com/supportpolicy.html or write to: Iomega Customer Service, 4059
South 1900 West, Roy, UT 84067.

Contact Information for Iomega Customer Service can be obtained on our Support website at:

 U.S., Canada, and Latin America—www.iomega.com/support

 Europe, the Middle East, and Africa—www.iomega.com/europe/support

 Asia-Pacific Region—www.iomega.com/ap/support

If your product is eligible for warranty service, you will be required to return it to Iomega, along with proper
identification, a return authorization number obtained from the Iomega website or provided by the Iomega
representative, and proof of purchase. Iomega will not protect, recover, or return data during warranty
service so you should duplicate your data before shipment.

Limitations

THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. To the
extent permitted by applicable law, IOMEGA SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Any implied warranty
required by applicable law shall be limited in duration to the express warranty term. Some jurisdictions do
not allow disclaimers of implied warranties or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Any suit for breach of any warranty on your product must be
filed within one (1) year of the first date the suit could have been brought.

Regulatory Information
 FCC (United States)
 Canadian Verification

 CE (European Community)

 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

 Manufacturer/Responsible Party

 RoHS

FCC (United States)

The computer equipment described in this manual generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy. If the
equipment is not installed and operated in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,
interference to radio and television reception might result.
This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Part 15, Class B, of the FCC Rules, is designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television
interference in a residential installation. Although the equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the allowed RF emission limits, as specified in the above cited Rules, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. Interference can be determined by turning the equipment off and on
while monitoring radio or television reception. The user may be able to eliminate any interference by
implementing one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient the affected device and/or its receiving antenna.

 Increase the distance between the affected device and the computer equipment.

 Plug the computer and its peripherals into a different branch circuit from that used by the affected
device.

 If necessary, consult an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.

NOTE: Changes or modifications to the electronics or enclosure of this product must be expressly approved by
Iomega; otherwise, the user's authority to operate this product might be voided by the FCC.

Canadian Verification

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations (ICES-003, Class B).

CE (European Community)

Iomega declares that this Iomega product conforms to all applicable European Directives and Standards,
including by way of example, 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, and 2009/125/EC. The Declaration of Conformity
can be obtained by contacting Iomega or is available at www.iomega.com/support/ce.

EU Representative

Iomega International SA
H/O Iomega Netherlands
Hardwareweg 4
3821 BM Amersfoort
NL - The Netherlands

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

In accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), the
presence of the above symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this item must not be disposed
of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of this
product by returning it to a collection point designated for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment waste. Separate collection of this waste helps to optimize the recovery and recycling of any
reclaimable materials and also reduces the impact on human health and the environment.

For more information concerning the correct disposal of this product, please contact your local authority or
the retailer where this product was purchased.

Manufacturer/Responsible Party

Iomega Corporation
4059 South 1900 West
Roy, UT 84067 USA

Using This Manual

Expanding Submenu Topics

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the title, there are no submenu links. Click the minus sign to hide the submenu.

Expanding Page Topics

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Using the Search Feature

Type a word or subject in the search box at the top of the page , then click the
magnifying glass icon to quickly locate specific information. You must type three or more letters for the
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If you type two words in the search box, such as "Windows format", the search will locate topics that contain
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Advanced Search

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Example: "+Windows format" will search for topics that contain both "format" and "Windows".

Printing
Click the Print icon at the bottom of the menu to print the current page.

Click the Print Manual icon (Internet Explorer for Windows and Apple Safari only) at the bottom of the
menu to print the entire manual.

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