MovieBeam. User Guide. The Movies You Want. Instantly. Write your account number below

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1 MovieBeam User Guide The Movies You Want. Instantly. Write your account number below

2 2006 MovieBeam, Inc. MOVIEBEAM and the house logo are trademarks of MovieBeam, Inc. All rights reserved. MovieBeam, Inc., 3800 W. Alameda Avenue, Suite ll00, Burbank, CA 9l505. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. The MovieBeam products and services are covered by U.S. patents which include, but are not limited to, U.S. Patent Nos. 6,433,835 and 6,9 l 7,336. Other patents pending.

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4 Safety WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover or back of your MovieBeam player. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Removal of the cover will void warranty. There are no user serviceable parts inside. To reduce risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this player to rain or moisture. Caution For your own safety and that of your MovieBeam equipment, be sure to take the following preventative measures. Unplug your MovieBeam player from the wall by pulling on the plug, not the cord and unplug the telephone cord if any of the following circumstances are present: The power cord or plug becomes damaged in any way Your MovieBeam player is exposed to rain or excess moisture Your MovieBeam player has, or you suspect has, sustained damage Your MovieBeam player requires repairs or service Electrical Safety Advisory Notice it is recommended that any AC-powered device uses an AC surge suppressor in the AC outlet from which the equipment is powered. To prevent damage, lengthen the life of your MovieBeam components, avoid personal injury and get the most from your movie-watching experience, be sure to heed all warnings and follow instructions in this User Guide. 4

5 Keep this User Guide where you can refer to it, if necessary. Do not disassemble, attempt to repair, service, or modify the player, antenna or remote in any way. If the player, antenna or remote needs service, call Customer Care at l l500. Do not expose the player to liquids or moisture or use it near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Use only the power supply included with your MovieBeam player. Do not block the unit s ventilation openings including those on the bottom of the unit as this could impair performance or damage the player and other components. Keep the player away from any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid pinching, crushing or damaging the power cord. If the power cord is damaged, return it for replacement. Keep all cords and cables away from children and pets. Your player is equipped with a grounding-type plug with two blades and a third grounding plug. The third plug is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Unplug the player during lightning storms. Attach the player to other entertainment system components ONLY as shown in this User Guide. If you need any further assistance connecting the MovieBeam equipment, call Customer Care at l l500. 5

6 Contents l Getting Started What s in the Package MovieBeam Player Rear Panel Connections By Video Quality 2 Beginning Set-Up Remote Control Inserting Batteries Connecting the MovieBeam Antenna Connecting the Phone Cord Connecting to Your Entertainment System Setting the Output Switch Using MovieBeam with a Switching A/V Receiver Basic Connection Antenna Input Only Enhanced Video Enhanced Audio

7 3 High Definition High Definition HDTV Video Upconversion HDMI Connection HD Troubleshooting 4 Finishing Set-Up Connecting Power Completing Set-Up Phone Set-Up Antenna Set-Up Activating MovieBeam Service My Account Information Remote Control Using the Buttons Video Control Buttons Your MovieBeam player

8 5 Renting and Watching Movies Selecting Movies Find Movies Renting Movies Currently Rented Watching Movies More to Watch 6 Advanced Features Settings & Info Parental Controls and Setting/Changing the Passcode Setting a Rating Limit Setting a Weekly Spending Limit Call In Rental History Advanced Settings & Info

9 System Info Advanced Phone Settings Remote Control Sounds Television Aspect Ratio Video Upconversion Copyright & Legal Set-Up Videos Alerts 7 Technical Info Frequently Asked Questions, Online Help Getting More Information Maintaining Your MovieBeam player MovieBeam player Facts FCC Information Legal Information

10 Welcome to the MovieBeam Experience You are about to experience a new way to watch movies. With the MovieBeam player, you can choose from l00 movies viewable at your convenience. Because movies are sent directly to your home using a digital over-the-air signal, all you have to do is choose and watch...no more trips to the video store. The MovieBeam player is delivered to you with l00 movies ready to watch New Releases and Popular Pics from virtually every major Hollywood studio, digitally stored on the player. Every week, up to l0 movies will be replaced with new ones. MovieBeam gives you numerous ways to find the movies you want to watch. As you watch a film, you can Pause, Fast-Forward and Rewind, just like you would with a DVD. You can watch a movie as often as you like during the 24-hour rental period. Parental Controls allow you to set Spending Limits and Rating Limits. Information and Support If you have any questions not covered in this guide, please visit us at or call Customer Care at l l500. Feature Updates Occasionally, new features are added to improve MovieBeam. We send updates the same way we deliver movies, over-the-air through our digital signal. These updates will occur automatically on your MovieBeam player and never interrupt your movie watching. So, go ahead preview, choose and enjoy the show. Welcome to MovieBeam. 10

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12 l Getting Started This section describes what is in the package and shows a diagram of the back of your MovieBeam player. Activate your service within 7 days of receiving your MovieBeam player. If you have any questions, please visit our website at or call l l

13 What s in the Package MovieBeam player Digitally stores, updates and plays movies. MovieBeam Antenna & Stand Receives MovieBeam s patented digital over-the-air signal. Antenna Cable Connects the antenna to the MovieBeam player. MovieBeam Remote & Batteries Allows you to operate your MovieBeam player from a distance. Power Cord (2 pieces) Connects power to the MovieBeam player. 13

14 Composite Cable Provides three connectors: yellow for video, white and red for audio. Component Video Cable Provides three connectors: red, green and blue for video. Phone Cord Connects a phone wall jack to the phone jack on the player. Phone Line Splitter Allows the MovieBeam player to share your telephone jack with another device or telephone. 14

15 MovieBeam Player Rear Panel 15

16 Connections by Video Quality The MovieBeam player offers video and audio compatibility with virtually every TV and home theater system. To ensure you select the highest quality picture, refer to the chart below and find the video inputs on your TV that match the video outputs from your MovieBeam player. If you require a cable not included in your MovieBeam package, you can purchase one from your local electronics retailer or call MovieBeam Customer Care at l l500. GOOD BETTER BEST Composite Component HDMI S-Video 16

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18 2 Beginning Set-Up This section covers connecting the antenna, phone line, basic & enhanced video and audio connections. 18

19 Remote Control Inserting Batteries Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote and locate the two AAA batteries provided in the box. Match the + and marks on the batteries to the + and marks in the battery case and insert the batteries into the remote. Close the case. You ll use the remote to navigate MovieBeam and complete the set-up process. CAUTION: To avoid serious damage, do not connect your MovieBeam player to any antenna other than the one provided and do not connect the MovieBeam antenna to any equipment other than your MovieBeam player. Connecting the MovieBeam Antenna First, plug the antenna stand into the antenna by pushing the stand into place. Then, plug the antenna cable into the antenna connector on the back of the MovieBeam player labeled Antenna and into the jack on the back of the antenna. The cable only fits in one direction. To connect the antenna to the player, simply push the connector into place. Be sure to align the center pin with the hole in the jack before pressing it in. Antenna MovieBeam Player IN OUT 19

20 NOTE: If you have DSL, you must have a DSL filter on your phone line. If you are already using the phone line splitter, install the DSL filter between the wall jack and splitter. If you are experiencing any difficulties with this step, call MovieBeam Customer Care at l l500. Connecting the Phone Cord The MovieBeam player requires a land-based phone line connection to allow communication of billing information. The MovieBeam player will call out periodically in the middle of the night, just a few times each month. The calls are toll-free, so there is no cost to you. MovieBeam will not interfere with your phone service. MovieBeam automatically disconnects from calling in if a phone is picked up during the process. Connect one end of the phone cord to the phone jack on the back of the MovieBeam player and the other end to a phone wall jack. If the wall jack is being used, plug the phone line splitter into the wall jack, then connect both phone lines into it. The phone line splitter will not interfere with your phone. Use of the splitter is optional. Your system is shipped with a 25-foot phone cord. If this phone cord is not long enough, you can purchase a longer cord from most consumer electronics retailers or call MovieBeam Customer Care at l l500. MovieBeam Player Phone Jack Phone Line Splitter IN OUT or Phone Cord 20

21 Connecting to Your Entertainment System MovieBeam comes with both composite (yellow, red, white) cables and component (red, green, blue) cables. Most standard TVs will use the composite cables to connect to MovieBeam. However, if your TV accepts component video cables or S-Video (not included), jump ahead to the Enhanced Video section on pages 26 and 27 to connect using these methods. Connect MovieBeam directly to your TV or A/V receiver. Do not connect MovieBeam to a VCR or other recording device, as it may prevent or impair your video signal. If you have a High Definition TV with an HDMI connection, you can connect MovieBeam with an HDMI cable (not included). Please jump ahead to the HD Connection section of the User Guide beginning on page 30 for more details. If there is no input available on your TV If a DVD player, VCR, satellite or cable device is using the only composite input connection on your TV, you can connect the device to MovieBeam and allow MovieBeam to pass the signal to your TV. Please refer to the section entitled: Basic Connection, TV With Only One Input Already In Use on page

22 Setting the Output Switch It is important to set this switch to correctly correspond to your video connection to ensure proper video image quality. Following is a list of possible connections in order from most basic to highest quality: Composite Cables (yellow, red, white) switch output to 480i S-Video Cable switch output to 480i Component Video Cable (red, green, blue) switch output to 480p HDMI Cable setting inconsequential Using MovieBeam with a switching A/V receiver Some home theaters allow for video source components to be connected to the A/V receiver, passing the video signal through to the TV. If you have such an A/V receiver, consult your A/V receiver's User Guide and connect MovieBeam as you would any other source component. The antenna connection, phone connection and final set-up are the same as is covered in this User Guide. 22

23 Set the Output Switch Set the switch on the back of the player to the left to Standard (480i). Basic Connection TV With Composite Audio/Video Inputs Connect the composite cables from the MovieBeam player's OUT connectors to the TV's INPUT connectors as shown below. To connect to a home theater audio set-up, please refer to the "Enhanced Audio" section. For enhanced audio options, please see pages 28 and 29. TV MovieBeam Player IN ANTENNA IN INPUT OUT Composite Cable 23

24 Set the Output Switch Set the switch on the back of the player to the left to Standard (480i). Basic Connection TV With Only One Input Already In Use If a device such as a DVD player or VCR is connected to your TV, unplug the device from the TV. Plug it into the appropriate connectors marked IN on the MovieBeam player. Connect the second composite cable from the MovieBeam player s OUT connectors to the TV s IN connectors as shown below. MovieBeam will pass through the video source connected to it when it is in Standby mode. To put MovieBeam into Standby, press the power button on the far left front of the MovieBeam player or on the top left of the MovieBeam remote. MovieBeam is in Standby when the far left LED glows yellow. For enhanced audio options, please see pages 28 and 29. TV Composite Cable MovieBeam Player DVD ANTENNA IN INPUT l IN OUT OUTPUT Composite Cable 24

25 Set the Output Switch Set the switch on the back of the player to the left to Standard (480i). Antenna Input Only If you have an older TV with only an antenna connector, you will need to purchase an RF modulator and 75 ohm TV antenna coax cable (different from your MovieBeam antenna cable) to connect the composite cables to your TV. RF modulators and the Antenna Coax Cable are available at most electronics retailers. For enhanced audio options, please see pages 28 and 29. TV MovieBeam Player RF Modulator (Not Included) IN ANTENNA IN ANTENNA IN OUT ANTENNA OUT 2 INPUT Antenna Coax Cable (Not Included) Composite Cable 25

26 Set the Output Switch Set the switch on the back of the player to the left to Standard (480i). Enhanced Video S-Video Connection with Basic Audio (S-Video cable not included) If your entertainment system has an S-Video input, you can substitute the yellow connector of the composite cable with an optional S-Video cable to achieve higher quality images. For audio, connect the red and white connectors of the composite cable (yellow connector will dangle) or an optional audio-only cable. For enhanced audio options, please see pages 28 and 29. TV MovieBeam Player INPUT l IN ANTENNA IN S-Video AUDIO INPUT 2 OUT S-Video Cable (Not Included) Composite Cable Note: Do not use the yellow plug on the composite cable.. 26

27 Set the Output Switch Set the switch on the back of the player to the right to Component (480p). Enhanced Video Component Connection with Basic Audio For higher quality video than composite or S-video, use the component video connections. For audio, connect the red and white connectors of the composite cable (yellow connector will dangle) or an optional audio-only cable in order to transmit sound. For enhanced audio options, please see pages 28 and 29. TV MovieBeam Player INPUT l IN VIDEO AUDIO INPUT 2 OUT Composite Cable Component Video Cable Note: Do not use the yellow plug on the composite cable. 27

28 Enhanced Audio 2-Channel Audio System Connection You can connect MovieBeam to your audio system for amplified sound. Once you have chosen your video connection method, connect the red and white connectors of the composite cable or an optional audio-only cable to the audio inputs of your audio system. In this configuration you will only hear MovieBeam through your stereo receiver or audio system. MovieBeam Player Audio System IN INPUT l OUT INPUT 2 Composite Cable NOTE: You may use the composite cable (included) if your MovieBeam player is connected to the TV with an S-Video, Component or HDMI cable. Only use the red and white cables and allow the yellow plug to dangle. 28

29 Enhanced Audio Digital Audio Connection You can connect to surround sound and Dolby Digital 5.l surround sound audio systems using either digital coaxial or digital optical cables (included in the optional Home Theater Kit available from or by calling l l500 or at most major consumer electronics retailers). Using Digital Coax MovieBeam Player Audio System IN OUT INPUT l INPUT 2 DIGITAL AUDIO IN OUTPUT Digital Coax Audio Cable Using Optical S/PDIF MovieBeam Player Audio System IN OUT INPUT l INPUT 2 DIGITAL AUDIO IN OUTPUT Optical S/PDIF Cable 29

30 3 High Definition This section covers connecting the MovieBeam player to an HDTV, video upconversion and troubleshooting. 30

31 IMPORTANT: Connect the HDMI cable and turn on your TV or HDMI switching AV receiver BEFORE connecting power to your MovieBeam player. MovieBeam automatically sets resolution based upon the active cables connected during startup. If you plug your HDMI cable in AFTER you connect power, leave the HDMI cable plugged in and your TV or HDMI switching AV receiver on, then disconnect and reconnect the MovieBeam power cord to restart MovieBeam in HD. High Definition HDTV In order to watch our high-definition movies, your TV must be HDTV-ready with an available HDMI input and the MovieBeam player must be connected using an HDMI cable. Because there are so many types of TVs, the best way to confirm that your TV is HDTV-ready is to consult your television s user guide or the manufacturer s website. The HDMI cable is included in the optional Home Theater Kit available from or by calling l l500. HDMI cables can also be found at most major consumer electronics retailers. Video Upconversion When connected to an HDTV via HDMI, MovieBeam automatically upconverts standard-definition movies to 720p. You can override this upconversion by entering the Advanced Settings and Information section under the Main Menu. You cannot enable upconversion without having the HDMI output connected to an HDTV. To disable upconversion: l. On the Main Menu, choose Settings 2. Select Advanced Settings & Info The Output Switch When MovieBeam is in HD mode, the default output of MovieBeam is 720p. This switch is not used. 3. Select Video Upconversion 4. Select Do Not Upconvert SD Video 31

32 HDMI Connection The HDMI cable carries the high-quality digital video and audio signals to your TV, therefore no other cables are necessary. If you are using an audio/video receiver for surround sound, please refer to the Enhanced Audio section of the User Guide beginnning on page 28. If you choose to connect your MovieBeam player to a audio/video receiver surround sound system, 2-channel sound will continue to play through your TV when connected through HDMI. HDTV MovieBeam Player INPUT l IN HDMI VIDEO AUDIO INPUT 2 OUT HDMI Cable 32

33 HD Troubleshooting After you have completed connecting your HDMI cable, the Antenna Set-Up, Telephone Set-Up and reviewed the Welcome Video (all covered in the next chapter), you should experience MovieBeam with an expanded selection of movies in HD, a wider format HD menu and sharper picture delivered in 720p. If you re not sure if MovieBeam is connected correctly for a high-definition experience, please check the following: l. Select Find Movies from the Main Menu. You should see HD Showcase. If not, disconnect the power cord from the back of the MovieBeam player, wait l0 seconds and reconnect the power cord. This will reset the MovieBeam player to recognize the HDMI connection. 2. Repeat Step l above to confirm an HD signal. 3. If you are still experiencing difficulty, check that you are using an HDMI cable and are con necting it to an HDTV with an HDMI input. Refer to your TV manufacturer's user guide for compliance. MovieBeam does not output an HD signal that does not conform to these specifications. 33

34 4 Finishing Set-Up This section includes connecting the power supply, antenna adjustment, remote control and navigation functions, and creating your account. 34

35 NOTE: For HDTV, connect your HDMI cable prior to connecting power. Connecting Power This step uses two of the cords shown in the What s in the Package portion of Section l. Plug one end of the power cord into the MovieBeam player. Connect the other end of the power cord into the rectangular power unit. Plug the 3-pronged connector of the rectangular power unit into a wall outlet. Do not connect your MovieBeam player to a power outlet controlled by a wall switch because your player always needs to be powered. To continue receiving movies, keep the player plugged in at all times. REMEMBER: The MovieBeam player requires constant power to update movies. Do not unplug the MovieBeam player. MovieBeam Player IN OUT NOTE: Your MovieBeam player must always be plugged in so that it can receive movies. Be sure it is not plugged in to an outlet that can be turned off by a light switch. 35

36 Completing Set-Up Congratulations! You ve connected your MovieBeam player to your home entertainment system. Now, with a few more easy steps, you ll be on your way to enjoying movies instantly. The first time you plug in your MovieBeam player the screen will be dark for a few seconds, then an icon will appear. After you select Begin Set-Up, a Welcome screen will display with further instructions. The Welcome screen may display for as long as 5 minutes. Your MovieBeam player is always powered on so that it can receive movies. When it is in Standby mode and not sending video to your TV, the light on the left of the player will be yellow. You will know that the player is sending MovieBeam video to your TV if the light is green. NOTE: Keep the phone line plugged in to keep your account information current. If you cannot keep the phone line plugged in at all times, connect it at least once every two weeks or you will be prompted to call in before renting additional movies. If you are not getting images on your TV, find either the Input or TV/VCR button on your TV or your TV's remote control. Press it until you see the MovieBeam screen. An animated sequence will guide you through the rest of the set-up. Follow the prompts to set up the phone connection, adjust the antenna, learn more about the MovieBeam player's features and rent a movie. Phone line set-up and callback: Your MovieBeam player contacts the MovieBeam Activation System then verifies and activates your account. Welcome Video: While MovieBeam is updating information via the phone line, watch the welcome video for informative tips on antenna set-up and utilizing your MovieBeam player. Antenna set-up. Call MovieBeam Customer Care to complete activation at l l500. Rent a movie! 36

37 Phone Set-Up Part of the set-up process involves the player checking the phone line and calling in to activate. If the call is sucessful, it will begin playing the MovieBeam Welcome Video. This call can take up to 5 minutes. When the call is complete, continue to the antenna adjustment step. If the call is unsuccessful, you will be prompted to select dialing parameters. Use the Remote Control or the Navigation Star buttons on the front of the MovieBeam player to respond to the prompts. If the phone call is still unsuccessful, contact MovieBeam Customer Care at l l500 for further assistance. When the MovieBeam player has successfully called in, you will be instructed on how to position the antenna. 37

38 Antenna Set-Up It is very important that the MovieBeam player gets a good signal to ensure you are able to receive movies. This step may take a few minutes and may involve positioning the antenna in multiple locations in order to maximize the signal. Following the on-screen prompts, place the antenna high on a bookshelf and/or near a window in the location you would like to keep it in. Step back from your TV and player and observe the antenna signal bar on your screen. NOTE: Once your antenna is properly set up, it is important to keep it in the same location so that you continue to receive movies. If the bar is green, you are getting a sufficient signal and will be prompted to go to the next step. If the bar is green but below 80, attempt to reposition the antenna to get a stronger signal. If the bar is not green, adjust the antenna's position and step back. Repeat until you see a steady green signal. If the antenna is moved, disrupting your signal, the red light on the MovieBeam player will illuminate and you will receive a warning on the Main Menu. To get a sufficient signal, readjust your antenna immediately following the instructions above. To re-tune the antenna after initial set-up: l. Choose Settings & Info on the Main Menu. 2. Choose Antenna Set-Up. 3. The player will check the antenna settings and a screen will indicate if movies are being received. The bar in the center of the Antenna Set-Up screen changes from orange to green as the antenna detects a movie signal. An orange bar, or short green bar, indicates weak or no signal, which means that no movies are being received. A long green bar indicates a strong signal. 4. Find a position for the antenna where the bar is as long as possible and stays green. When you do, the screen will indicate Status: Receiving Movies. 38

39 If you are having trouble getting reception, try these hints: To improve reception, rotate and move the antenna, then step away from it until you get the highest signal strength possible. When the antenna bar turns green, select CONTINUE. If you are not receiving a strong enough signal, MovieBeam may need to try to get a signal from an alternate channel. If this is the case, you will be prompted to do this from the Antenna Set-Up screen. If you continue to have difficulty receiving a strong signal, select Antenna Hints on the Antenna Set-Up screen or contact MovieBeam Customer Care at l l500. Activating MovieBeam Service After you set up your antenna for the first time, the MovieBeam player will prompt you to activate your service by calling Customer Care at l l500. The Customer Care Representative will give you an activation code. Press the MENU button and then enter the code using the remote control. Once you have correctly entered the code, the Main Menu will display. After the Antenna Set-Up and activation via Customer Care are complete, the MovieBeam player will continuously receive new movies through the antenna as long as the unit stays plugged in and the antenna stays tuned. Congratulations! You're ready to rent your first movie! My Account Information After setting up your account with MovieBeam Customer Care, you can view the details of your account, including your complete rental history in the secure user area of To access your account online: l. Go to and select My Account. 2. Enter your address and password. Click the LOGIN button. 39

40 Using the MovieBeam player Remote Control Using the Remote Control Buttons l STANDBY BUTTON Pressing this button takes the MovieBeam player in and out of Standby Mode. When the player is in Standby Mode, audio and video from any device connected to the IN connectors on the player will be sent through your MovieBeam player to your TV. 2 MENU BUTTON Press to display the Main Menu. When watching a movie, press once to go to the Main Menu. Navigation Star 3 SELECT This button selects the contents highlighted on your screen. When watching a preview full screen, pressing SELECT shrinks the video. When watching a movie, it acts the same as the STOP button (described on next page) and returns you to the Movie Page. 4 UP/DOWN/RIGHT/LEFT Moves the highlight in the desired direction. Press and hold for faster scrolling. 5 PAGE UP/ PAGE DOWN/SKIP FORWARD/SKIP BACK/STEP FORWARD/STEP BACK When navigating a list, such as a list of movies, these buttons function as PAGE UP or PAGE DOWN, moving the highlight up or down one page. On a Movie Page, these buttons take you to the previous or next Movie Page in the currently selected category. On other screens with video, they function as the SKIP FORWARD or SKIP BACK button and jump the video to the beginning of the previous or next movie chapter. When the video is paused, these buttons will advance or rewind the video frame by frame. 40

41 Video Control Buttons l STOP/CANCEL Pressing this button while watching a movie stops the video and returns you to the Movie Page. In Passcode Entry screens, pressing this button cancels the screen. 2 PLAY/PAUSE Press once to pause the playback of any video. Once paused, pressing this button again will resume playing the video at normal speed. When the video is paused, the SKIP FORWARD and SKIP BACK buttons will advance or rewind the video in the respective direction frame by frame. 3 REWIND & FORWARD/SLOW MOTION When playing videos, you can rewind or fast-forward at three speeds. Each time the button is pressed, the speed increases. When a video has been paused, pressing the fast-forward button will cause the video to play in slow motion. In the Passcode Entry screens, the rewind button clears the previous digit. 41

42 Your MovieBeam player Most often you will operate your MovieBeam player using the remote control. However, buttons on the right side of your player allow you to rent and watch movies just as you would using the remote. In addition, on the left side of your player, you will find several lights that provide information regarding the status of your player. l Standby Button/Activity Light This button functions the same as the STANDBY button on the remote control. When pressed, the player will go into or come out of STANDBY. Embedded in the button is an activity light. This light is green when the player is on or yellow when it is in Standby Mode and blinks each time a remote control or front panel button is pressed. 2 Antenna Light The red antenna light is directly to the right of the standby button. This light will be red if your antenna is not positioned correctly. If your antenna is not properly adjusted, you will not receive new movies. The red antenna light will remain off unless the antenna needs adjustment. 3 HD Light The amber HD light is to the right of the red antenna light and only turns on while watching highdefinition movies. 42

43 Front Panel : Navigation l MENU BUTTON Press to display the Main Menu. When watching a movie, press once to go to the movie s associated Movie Page. Press again to return to the Main Menu. Navigation Star 2 SELECT This button selects the contents highlighted on your screen. When watching full screen, pressing SELECT shrinks the video. When watching a movie, it acts as the STOP button and returns you to the Movie Page. 3 UP/DOWN/RIGHT/LEFT Moves the highlight up or down in the desired direction. Press and hold for faster scrolling. Moves the highlight right or left in the desired direction and can also take you to the previous or next screen. 43

44 5 Renting & Watching Movies This section includes the steps required for renting movies, watching previews and searching for movies. 44

45 NOTE: In order to watch a movie in high-definition, you must have your player connected to your HDTV using an HDMI cable. Selecting Movies MovieBeam gives you many ways to find the movie you want to watch - choose from Featured Picks on the Main Menu or select Find Movies to select a variety of ways to sort movies. Once you rent a movie, you can watch it as often as you like during the 24-hour rental period. To help you prioritize what to watch first, many of the movies indicate guaranteed availability for a certain period. Main Menu The Main Menu gives you access to find movies, tells you how many movies you currently have rented and provides access to Settings & Info. Informational messages will also display on the Main Menu. Featured Picks A selection of featured movies is shown along the top of the Main Menu. To review the Featured Picks: l. Using the up and down arrow buttons, move the highlight to the top row of the Main Menu to select from latest movies. Scroll right and left through the movie posters. As each poster is highlighted, details about the movie are shown. 2. To watch a movie preview, view more information about the movie, or rent it, press SELECT to go to that movie's Movie Page when the movie poster is highlighted. 45

46 Find Movies On the Main Menu, choose Find Movies, then choose a list to browse. When you select a movie from that list, you will be taken to that movie's Movie Page. Once you have reached a Movie Page, you can watch the preview and rent the movie. The lists available to browse are: HD Showcase A list of all movies available in High Definition. This will only appear if MovieBeam is connected to your HDTV using an HDMI cable. Title An alphabetical list of all available movies. In Arrival Order Sorted to show the most recently arrived movies first. Leaving Soon Titles with rental availability ending soon. Category/Genre Comedy, Drama, etc. Rating G, PG, PG-l3, R, NR. Actor/Director All main actors in, or directors of, available movies. 46

47 Renting Movies Once you ve selected your movie, the Movie Page shows complete information about the movie and lets you watch the full-length preview if available. To rent the movie, highlight one of the rental options and press SELECT. Then confirm the rental on the Confirm Rental screen. If you have set Parental Controls, you will be prompted to enter your passcode if you are attempting to watch a restricted movie. The Movie Page also includes details about the movie. For some movies, it also displays the date until which a movie will be available. Not all movies have Guaranteed Until dates, however, if a guaranteed date is listed, you are guaranteed the movie will be available for a minimum of 24 hours from that time. The page also indicates if the movie is available in High Definition if you are connected through HDMI to an HDTV. When you view a Movie Page, the movie preview will automatically begin playing within a few seconds. If you have already rented the movie and are still within your rental period, the preview will not play. Highlight the preview window and press SELECT to watch the preview in full screen. Press the STOP button to stop the preview and return to the Movie Page. Playback Options When you rent a movie, you may also be given the option to view DVD-like extras. These may include viewing it in other languages, music videos, director s commentary and behind-the-scenes commentary. A pop-up appears when you confirm a rental and during the rental period each time you click CONTINUE WATCHING. Select the option you want from this pop-up. Extras may not be available on all movies. 47

48 Currently Rented You can rent any number of movies at one time. Currently Rented on the Main Menu lists the titles of movies currently rented and the viewing time remaining on each rental. You can choose to go back to viewing any movie from this list. To see a list of what is currently rented: l. On the Main Menu, highlight the Currently Rented option and press SELECT. The movies are sorted by the rental time remaining. 2. Select the Title in the list and press PLAY. If a passcode is required, you will be prompted to enter it. If there is not enough time left in the rental period to watch the entire movie, you will be notified before the movie begins. You can watch as much of the movie as there are minutes left within the rental period. Watching Movies While a movie is playing, if you press PAUSE, STOP, FAST FORWARD or REWIND, a timeline at the top of the screen shows the amount of time remaining in the movie. The timeline will disappear shortly after you press PLAY. Closed Captioning MovieBeam supports the display of all closed captions when available and when you re connected via the composite, S-Video or component video cables. Be sure to select the closed captioning option on your TV if you would like it displayed. 48

49 More to Watch In addition to movie lists, the Find Movies screen offers these other programming choices: Coming Soon A list of some of the movies that will be available soon on MovieBeam. Each movie includes the date it will become available. Select a movie to watch a preview. In Theaters A list of some movies currently in or coming to theaters. Select a movie to view information and watch a preview. MovieBeam Extras A list of programming provided especially for MovieBeam customers. Extras change all the time and include short films, behind-the-scenes footage, celebrity interviews and more. You can select an extra to view information about it and watch it at no cost. Extras are just another benefit of being a MovieBeam customer. NOTE: Screening Room menu is available only when content is available. Screening Room The Screening Room is an area that offers rare and exclusive video content that requires a passcode. Passcodes for Screening Room content are distributed through , our newsletter, or through the MovieBeam player itself. Watch MovieBeam for details on special Screening Room programs. Since Screening Room content is rare and exclusive, content may not always be available. 49

50 6 Advanced Features This section offers hints on advanced features including parental controls, setting spending limits and viewing account history. 50

51 Settings & Info The Settings & Info option on the Main Menu gives you access to screens in which you can set preferences for the following: Parental Controls, Antenna Set-Up, Phone Set-Up, Account Call In, Rental History, Troubleshooting and Advanced Settings & Info. After the first-time set-up is complete, the Settings & Info screen displays the settings that are in effect. Parental Controls and Setting/Changing the Passcode Parental Controls allow you to set and change a passcode to limit the ratings of movies than can be watched, to set a weekly spending limit, or to require entry of the passcode with every rental. You can also clear the passcode from this screen. To turn the Parental Controls on, highlight Parental Controls in the Settings & Info screen and press SELECT. You do not need a passcode to view the Parental Controls screen. Only one passcode can be set. If you do not want any restrictions there is no need to set one. To set/change a passcode: l. Select Settings & Info on the Main Menu. 2. Select Parental Controls. 3. Select Set Passcode or Change Passcode. 4. In the Set or Change Passcode screen, you can set the passcode by pressing the buttons on your remote. 5. Enter a 4-digit sequence. If you enter an incorrect number, press the REWIND button on the remote to clear it. Re-enter the 4-digit sequence to confirm. 51

52 Passcode For All Movies Selecting Lock All Movies means that a passcode must be entered to watch any movie. If you have not set a passcode yet, enter it on the Passcode screen which will be displayed before the Passcode For All Movies screen displays. If You Forget Your Passcode If you forget your passcode, you can either clear it by accessing the My Account section of or by contacting Customer Care at l l500. A Customer Care agent will remove the forgotten passcode allowing entry of a new passcode. Your MovieBeam player will need to call back to reset. Clearing a Passcode and Limits Choosing Remove All Locks & Limits on the Parental Controls screen removes all parental controls. Setting a Rating Limit You can prevent movies above any rating from being watched unless your passcode is entered. To set a Rating Limit: l. Select Settings & Info on the Main Menu. 2. Select Parental Controls. 3. Select Rating Lock. 4. Enter your passcode. If you have not set a passcode, you will be prompted to do so. Choose the ratings that you want to lock with a passcode. 52

53 Setting a Weekly Spending Limit You can set a weekly spending limit for movies. Once the limit has been met, additional movies can only be rented by entering the passcode. There is no default spending limit defined. To set a Weekly Spending Limit: l. On the Main Menu, select Settings & Info. 2. Select Parental Controls. 3. Select Weekly Spending Limit. 4. On the Weekly Spending Limit screen, use the up and down keys on the remote to set a limit between $l.00 and $ Press SELECT. (The amount excludes the sales tax which is added to your monthly statement.) 5. Enter your passcode to confirm the limit. NOTE: Need to use the phone while MovieBeam is updating billing info? Just pick up the phone and use normally. MovieBeam will disconnect and try to update billing info at a later date. Call In MovieBeam periodically dials out for account billing purposes. Please leave your MovieBeam player connected to a phone line at all times. This allows your MovieBeam player to update billing info automatically and your movie viewing will be remain uninterrupted. This call takes just a few minutes and should not interrupt your normal phone service. In the event you need to use your phone during the billing call, simply pick up your phone. MovieBeam will automatically disconnect and you can use your phone normally. If you need to initiate this call-in process, choose Account Dial In on the Settings & Info menu and follow the on screen prompts. 53

54 Rental History Your MovieBeam player maintains a history of your last 45 rentals. In addition, a twelve month rental history can be obtained in the secure My Account section of The rental history on the website may lag behind the history on your player depending upon how often your player calls in. To view your Rental History: l. From the Main Menu, select Settings & Info. 2. Select Rental History. The Rental History screen shows the date a movie was rented, along with its Title, Rating and Price. If there are more movies than will fit on the screen, use the PAGE UP and PAGE DOWN buttons to scroll through the list. To clear the Rental History: On the Rental History page, select Clear Rental History. You will be prompted to enter your passcode. This will not change the information transmitted when the player dials in or the information contained in your secure account accessible in the My Account section of Once the rental history on the player is cleared, it can not be restored. Advanced Settings & Info The Advanced Settings & Info menu offers options for displaying System Info and setting Advanced Phone Settings, Television Aspect Ratio, Video Up-Conversion and Copyright & Legal Information. 54

55 System Info Shows details about your MovieBeam player, including the current software version and the date the software was last updated. Information on this screen might be requested by MovieBeam Customer Care in the unlikely event that you have problems with your player. Advanced Phone Settings Advanced Phone Settings are for phone systems which are more complicated than most home phones. Setting the advanced options incorrectly may cause your callbacks to fail. Do not adjust these settings unless you are experiencing difficulty with the Phone Set-Up or during MovieBeam call-ins. The Advanced Phone Settings option can be selected from the Advanced Settings & Info menu. If you are still experiencing difficulty, contact Customer Care at l l500. Tone/Pulse In the popup window, choose Tone or Pulse and press SELECT. Most home phones are tone, rather than pulse, meaning you hear a tone when you dial. Default: Tone Dialing Prefix Most phones will not require this setting, however, if your phone requires a dialing prefix to call out, for example, if you have to dial 9 before the phone number, select Yes on this screen. You will be asked to select the proper dialing prefix. Default: No dialing prefix Disable Call Waiting By selecting Yes, you will disable call waiting only while the player is calling in. You will need to enter a call waiting disable code available from your phone company. Incoming callers will hear a busy signal. 55

56 If you have call waiting on your phone, enable this feature, so that MovieBeam player callbacks are not interrupted by incoming calls. Default: No Ignore Dial Tone Choosing Yes configures the player to ignore the dial tone before the player calls in. This option may be required for compatibility with some VOIP (voice over IP) systems. Default: No Line In Use Check Choosing Yes causes the modem to check the line status before each call to prevent the player from calling in if your telephone line is in use. Set to No for VOIP (voice over IP) systems. Default: Yes Line Release Choosing Yes will cause the player to interrupt its own call and hang up if someone picks up a telephone line while the player is calling in. Default: Yes Make Test Call Choosing this selection causes the player to make a test call. This may take a few minutes. If the call is unsuccessful, try resetting all the phone settings to the default using the Reset to Default selection. Reset to Default Choosing this selection resets all advanced phone settings to the defaults. 56

57 Remote Control Sounds Remote Control Sounds refers to the sounds that the MovieBeam player makes when you press remote control buttons or change screens. It does not control your television volume. To adjust the Remote Control Sounds volume: l. Select Advanced Settings & Info from the Main Menu. 2. Choose Remote Control Sounds. 3. In the popup window, select Low, High, or Off. Television Aspect Ratio This feature allows you to set the default screen ratio for MovieBeam movies. Many TVs are Standard 4:3 however, many newer TVs are Widescreen l6:9. MovieBeam defaults to Standard 4:3. If you would like to change to Widescreen l6:9: l. From the Main Menu, select Settings & Info. 2. Select Advanced Settings 3. Select Television Aspect Ratio. 4. Select Widescreen l6:9. Connection to an HDTV via HDMI defaults to Widescreen l6:9. 57

58 Video Upconversion When connected to an HDTV via HDMI, MovieBeam automatically upconverts standard definition movies to 720p. You can override this upconversion by entering the Advanced Settings and Information section under the Main Menu. You cannot enable upconversion without having the HDMI output connected to an HDTV. To disable upconversion: l. On the Main Menu, choose Settings. 2. Select Advanced Settings & Info 3. Select Video Upconversion 4. Select Do Not Upconvert SD Video Copyright & Legal In Advanced Settings & Info, select this option to view MovieBeam s copyright & legal info. Set-Up Videos In Advanced Settings & Info, select this option to watch the Welcome Video, Telephone Set-up, Antenna Set-Up and Color Calibration videos. 58

59 Alerts An Alert (warning) indicator may display on the Main Menu when a problem exists. The alert indicator may change its name depending on the problem. For example, the screen may show "Antenna Alert" if the signal is inadequate. If more than one alert situation exists, you can select Alert from the Main Menu to view a screen that provides more details. If you see an alert on the Main Menu, follow the on-screen prompts to solve the problem. If the problem persists and the alert light on the front of the player and on the menu still exist, contact MovieBeam Customer Care at l l500 for assistance. 59

60 7 Technical Information This section includes accessing FAQs and more info, maintenance, specifications, FCC regulations, and MovieBeam Legal information. 60

61 Frequently Asked Questions, Online Help If you have a technical issue that this User Guide doesn't cover, please go to or call Customer Care at l l500. Online you'll find answers to our most frequently asked questions and a comprehensive knowledge base that will guide you through many troubleshooting tips. Getting More Information More information about the MovieBeam player and system can be found by visiting our website at www. moviebeam.com or by calling MovieBeam Customer Care at l l500. On the MovieBeam website, you can download new versions of this user guide, check your account status, make changes to your account information, find answers to frequently asked questions and troubleshooting tips. Maintaining Your MovieBeam Player Your MovieBeam player requires minimal maintenance. Dust it with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use cleaners or solvents and never immerse in water. 61

62 CAUTION: Do not remove the top cover or open the MovieBeam player. There are no user serviceable parts and you will void the MovieBeam warranty. If you require service for your MovieBeam player, please contact MovieBeam Customer Service at l l500. MovieBeam player Facts Dimensions l7.0 in. (432 mm) w x l0.0 in. (254 mm) d x 2.l in. (54 mm) h Power l2v _ ---, 3.33A, 40 W, l00-240v~l.2a 50-60Hz Video In Composite Video Video Out S-Video; Composite Video, Component Video, HDMI Audio In Stereo Left/Right Audio Out Stereo Left/Right; S/PDIF Optical, Digital Coaxial RF In F-Type Connector (For MovieBeam antenna only) Expansion Port USB (Universal Serial Bus) Network RJ-45 Ethernet Remote Control l3 buttons, including Select and Menu 62

63 Antenna Active Telephone 25 ft. RJ-ll (2-wire) telephone cord (Line Splitter included for use with single phone line.) Operating Temp Ambient (external) 32º to l l3º F (0 º to 45º C) Operating Humidity l0% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing 63

64 FCC Information This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. This equipment uses the following USOC jack: RJllC An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack that is Part 68 compliant. See Installation Instructions for details. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by total RENs, contact the local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area. If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment (MB-2l60) for repair or warranty information, please contact our Customer Care Center at l l500. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. 64