Quick Start Guide Other Platforms and Custom Solutions

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Other Platforms and custom solutions Quick Start Guide for Mac® OS X or Boxee Box Operating Systems: Windows Vista or Windows 7 Linux Suitable IR Remotes: Varies by operating system and driver/action software

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Mac OS X

Requirements: Mira™ or Remote Buddy™ software Mac OS X version 10.4.11, 10.5.8, 10.6.8, 10.7.3 or newer Supported IR remote control Apple Mac computer with available USB port

IR Remote: Apple remote, SiK Rex remote or any universal remote using Apple IR codes

Boxee Box

Requirements: Boxee Box with available USB port IR Remote control with suitable “Media Center” IR codes (Universal IR remote recommended)

Please e-mail [email protected] for all support inquiries IR Remote: Universal remote (Harmony, One4All, URC, Pronto, etc.) Windows Media Center remote for Vista, Win7 or XP Warranty: Limited 1 Year, repair or replacement, for the original purchaser

1. Install one of the following driver/action programs: FAQ Nothing happens when buttons are pressed on the remote control. Mira version 1.3.5 or later (available from twistedmelon.com) Q

Remote Buddy version 1.16.5 or later (available from iospirit.de) Make sure Manta TR1 is plugged into a USB port on the Mac or Boxee Box, not a keyboard, The software allows control of Mac OS X and all other applications. display or unpowered hub. For Mac OS, install one of the supported driver/action programs mentioned in the requirements. For Boxee Box, make sure to update to the latest software. (Minimum version 1.1) Boxee Box Setup If using a universal remote, make sure it is set with correct/working button codes. 1. Update Boxee Box with the latest software. The minimum version is 1.1 The remote’s battery may be low, recharge or replace with a new one. 2. Conﬁgure your universal remote with a Media Center (“MCE”) device for use The red LED on Manta TR1 blinks or stays on, even when not using the remote control. with Boxee: Q

Harmony: Computer/Media Center PC -> Hewlett Packard -> Media Center A strong source of IR noise/interference, such as a Plasma TV, may be the cause. URC: AUX -> Microsoft -> Media Center Vista (AUX 481) Try moving Manta TR1 to reduce its exposure to interference. A piece of white paper over Pronto: Consult remotecentral.com to download a suitable CCF the Manta TR1 lens may work to block the interference. Other sources of IR interference One4All: Consult your product manual’s Code List for “Media Center” can include some ﬂuorescent lamps, backlights in some LCD monitors/TVs or direct sunlight. Others: Consult the forums at hiﬁ-remote.com or remotecentral.com Q There was no remote control in the package, only Manta TR1.

A remote must be provided by the customer. 1. Connect the small end of the USB cable to the mini USB port on the back of Manta TR1. 2. Connect the large end of the USB cable to a USB port on your Mac OS X Specific: Mac or Boxee Box * Q The remote control will not “Pair” or actions do not always work. 1. Position Manta TR1 in a location where the front lens will not be C Make sure only one supported driver/action program is installed, as only one can access obstructed. Manta TR1 at a time. If using Mira, remove Remote Buddy using its uninstall feature. 2. Mac Only: Check the settings in your driver/action program to make sure Manta TR1 is the selected/active receiver. Confirm the file “/System/Library/Extensions/RBIOKitHelper.Kext” is also removed. (In Mira, make sure “Manta TR1” is selected in the “receiver” menu of the Options tab) Universal remotes do not support the pairing feature of the Apple Remote. The remote’s battery may be low, replace with a new one.

Q There was no software CD in the package.

Mira can be downloaded from our web site: twistedmelon.com C A personalized Mira license ﬁle is sent by e-mail only for Manta+Mira bundle purchases. Please contact [email protected] in case of a missing or lost license.

Back Front Remote Buddy, from IOSpirit, can be downloaded from the web site: iospirit.de

* Manta TR1 must not be connected to an unpowered port or hub, such as a USB port on a keyboard or some displays. External USB hubs must have their own power supply.