Yes and no. :) I am trying to stream normal (TV) content (digital though) atm. The primary goal is to get that to work. HD TV is hardly available here, but in the foreseeable future it will be, so I am very much considering that option.

The Snazio can display IP TV (as demonstrated in the Snazzizone with for example MSNBC), and I wanna set up a similar thing. Just dunno what kind of stream to stream to the box... and how to get the box to access that stream.

Well do keep us posted as I am interest in trying the same.

I should be getting one of these units (in the next week or so) to test out and do a direct A/B to the V880N and will be posting a full review on my website.

I have what I consider to be good news. A while back, a bunch of people here were somewhat displeased at the lack of response from Snazio (V-One) and their lack of presence here at AVSForum. Well, after a couple of emails to CS, I was finally routed to somebody in product Engineering who not only responded quickly, but also informed me that they do regularly monitor this Forum and they are currently working on FW upgrades for several of the hot topics (including the BTB and WTW issues) that have been discussed here. Another interesting point is that they are looking for possible "Beta Testers" for upcoming FW updates - any of you sz1350 owners willing to volunteer (I know I already have ;) )? Let me know here or in a PM and I will forward directly to the PE that responded to me.

If you are interested, here is his response (it is kinda long, but he asks questions that show that he really is familiar with the discussion here, unless he skimmed all 9 pages real quickly). I 'xxx'ed out his name to protect his privacy in case he's not supposed to have a presence here.

Dear Adolfo,
This is xxx from Product Engg. I do apologize if you failed to get a timely response. Let me explain Vone's policy for supporting forums. V One has opted a bit changed starategy in terms of giving full access to different forum moderators because we beleive that true forum representation via forum moderators is the perfect way of getting real-time information and providing updates on timely manner. We have been observing the forums and working to resolve most of the issues mentioned over there. I must appreciate your's, Morgan and few other members support over the forums and continuous updates.

We would be more than happy enough if you can be the moderator or a beta tester for our new firmware updates. This way, you guys can check the upcoming firmware versions and keep others updated as well.

Regarding some of the issues mentioned on AVS forums, we are in process of resolving some major issues related to MAC in the first phase including compatibility with Itunes5 and Tiger OSx 10.4.

Some of the issues on our priority lists are

a) WLAN solution
b) BTB & WTW fix
c) Remote Control sensitivity issue
d) Tiger OSX 10.4 compatibility
e) iTunes5 support

Some comments about the problems you posted earlier on forum.

Dolfo: Viewing any type of HD material causes the player to re-buffer every 3-4 seconds, making it pretty much unwatchable (I figured this would be the case because of the wireless.

xxx: This might be exactly due to your WLAN. Can you please make sure that signal strength is at "Connection excellence". What type of WLAN security do you have?..Please let me know about your firmware version as well. You may check the firmware version in Setup-Options page.

Dolfo: I haven't been able to figure out how to get DRM-protected WMV-HD disks to play with Media Connect

xxx: Well Its pretty much simple. You need to install
Windows Media® Player 10
Windows Media® Connect
.NET framework 1.1 the .Netfix from microsoft website.
Latest Firmware version for SnaZio.

Launch WMC one time, activate the deactivated devices (NetDVD Cinema). Share a common folder where your DRM files are located. Play that DRM file one time on your PC to acquire the license and log-in to NetDVD to access the WMC server and playing back DRM files. We are in process of releasing some How Tos for our customers. There guides will be pubslished online. Please let me know about any other help file you want snaZio to compile.

Dolfo: HD .ts clips play sporadically (1-2 seconds of play, then black screen for a few seconds, then play for a second, etc.). This was extremely disappointing. I thought it was my Hard Drive at first - I bought a new WD 160GB external drive and got the same exact results. Once I switched the video mode to DVI 480p, everything worked fine. I am thinking this should be something they can fix in one of their FW updates -

xxx: We will check this problem. But would you please let me know about your existing firmware version?

Please let me know if I skip anything and about your decision to be the beta tester. BTW, I will be sending you the latest firmware upon getting information about the existing firmware version....Please feel free to contact e directly in case of any problem. Again sorry for the inconvenience you faced so far in getting help from us.

Regards
xxx

Yes and no. :) I am trying to stream normal (TV) content (digital though) atm. The primary goal is to get that to work. HD TV is hardly available here, but in the foreseeable future it will be, so I am very much considering that option.

The Snazio can display IP TV (as demonstrated in the Snazzizone with for example MSNBC), and I wanna set up a similar thing. Just dunno what kind of stream to stream to the box... and how to get the box to access that stream.

I'm assuming you're not a linux guy, so switch from XP to Windows Server and configure its built-in Windows Media Services.

Good to hear Dolf, I too have been beta testing with them from the start, something else to add to the list is to get .iso file support, Momitsu just released a firmware update on teh 880-dx for this so Snazio should not have to many problems with doing the same. Please keep us updated, as the guy I am workign with I donto think he is a PE, but he is pretty good also. Things are looking good for Snazio's rep >;)

You've got PM, Dolfo... ;)

Good to hear Dolf, I too have been beta testing with them from the start, something else to add to the list is to get .iso file support, Momitsu just released a firmware update on teh 880-dx for this so Snazio should not have to many problems with doing the same. Please keep us updated, as the guy I am workign with I donto think he is a PE, but he is pretty good also. Things are looking good for Snazio's rep >;)

The 880dx isn't a network player so what we want from ISOs wouldn't benefit it -- they are talking a different meaning of ISO - I believe their ISO fix was so it could play files from DVDs with files burnt in ISO as opposed to UDF format.

Dolfo

This is excellent news! Count me in for the beta testing and let's hope they can resolve the issues.

Cheers

That is good news for all you SnaZio player/device owners....

Dolfo.... Since they are monitoring this thread, do you think SnaZio would be willing to take an active roll by submitting Q&A's in this thread too?


Cheers

T2K, I am a Linux guy when I need to :) but yer right. For this I have not tried any Linux options yet, cuz I had the CONAX CAM laying around and decided to get FireDTV for a live stream before I invest in satellite stuff. I have not tried getting FireDTV to work with Linux, because I didnt want to spend too much time on the live (source) stream and the Windows drivers came with the product.

I have indeed installed W2K3 also and experimented some with Windows Media Server. Only problem atm is that I couldnt get the FireDTV card to work on W2K3 yet. (MyTheatre crashes). I am confident this could work because I checked out the stream the working IP TV channels use. They use the VC-1 stream (.asf and WMV9 stream), so this should work.

Thanks for the response. Hoping to figure out another way to get this to work eventually...

P.S. I can be betatester also if they need more input...

Since we all are posting long messages now :-) here's mine.

We never had issues with contacting SnaZio* in any way ourselves, they do
efforts in communication with forum moderators and value community contact and
feedback. SnaZio is also releasing a lot of new stuff during the next weeks
including the FW release Dolfo already pointed at...

here's the total news bulletin from today :-0

A lot of breaking Xlusive news from SnaZio*...

New FW about to be released!
SnaZio announced a new FW to become available by the end of this week
hopefully. Mainly this will fix Wlan issues/Remote and implement a new
interface with small enhancments. Rather more is fixed/added is inknown
until now but we got SnaZio* checking the TwonkyVision software issues and
they will look at it for the next release. The release will include improvements on the in BTB and WTW issues.

Antenna Upgrade!
SnaZio announced an antenna upgrade pack to be released soon as well.
More info after the MPC Tests as the sxet is on it's way to us :-)

SnaZio* is gonna “PluG” you!
SnaZio* Net PlUG revolutionizes the entire communication and home media
entertainment for you while sitting in your room. It is a PnP networking
solution that transforms your household power circuit into a networking
point enabling High Definition Media Playback on high Speed LAN, Internet
Sharing to any existing DSL/Cable router, Online-Gaming and much more,
all without additional wires....

Ideal for Digital Home Cinema application, SnaZio* Net PLUG brings an
assured speed of 85 Mbps which is higher throughput than WLAN 802.11g.
When used with SnaZio* Net DVD Cinema HD, it allows you to stream your
Hi-Definition content smoothly giving you a convenience unmatched until
today. Offering Built-in 56-bit DES encryption, auto error correction and
Quality of Services, SnaZio* Net PLUG lets you enjoy the renaissance of a
new communication era at a very affordable price. What the price will be, is
unknown to date…

* Shared Internet Access, Data, Music, Photo, Video Streaming across
existing 110V - 240V power line outlets
* True Plug and Play; installs in seconds - no software required
* Streaming VCD, DVD, High Definition video smoothly over power line
* Transfer rate up to 85 Mbps, higher than 802.11g wireless

Now imagina a Nas and player, used with the PluG :-) Wonderfull!

MPC Review: V One will be sending evaluation
units for MPC review tomorrow so a review of “the PluG” should be possible
in the next 2 weeks.

MAC Release
Vone will be releasing a new version for MAC software.
V One MAC server will be the first in the world supporting iTunes5.

Features include:

* Support for Tiger OS X 10.4
* Support Safari RSS
* Support iTunes sharing
* Use Apple latest Bonjour (Rendezvous) for detection
* Native resolution scaling
* Improved iTunes radio playlist
* .MAC support
* EyeTV DVR support

"The highly acclaimed SnaZio* NetDVD Cinema HD is at the forefront of
providing feature rich MAC support allowing you to access the digital
content you have stored on your Mac - photos, music, video, movies - and
enjoy it on your TV and home entertainment system. The first true HD
player with DVI output for MAC, SnaZio* NetDVD Cinema stands out to be
the world's first in providing support for iTunes5, Airport Extreme, Mac OS X
10.4 and EyeTV DVR to watch all of their recorded EyeTV content on the
remote TV.

"SnaZio* is successful in delivering the most diversified product for both
Windows and MAC community" said Thye S TAN, CEO V One Multimedia Pte
Ltd. "SnaZio* products now support the worldwide community and we are at
the forefront of positioning SnaZio* NetDVD Cinema as the ultimate digital
media entertainment. By leveraging the advanced technologies, SnaZio* is
successful in bringing up the world's first and most advanced Network DVD
player for MAC and Windows" he continues.

There will be couple of further releases in near future for NetDVD Cinema
HD. Application theme change to MPC suggested color scheme will be one of
them. :-)

Enjoy
Hi-Jack

That is good news for all you SnaZio player/device owners....

Dolfo.... Since they are monitoring this thread, do you think SnaZio would be willing to take an active roll by submitting Q&A's in this thread too?


Cheers

They won't officially support any Q&A on these Forums, though I am trying to work something out where I (and maybe a couple of others) can act as Q&A Moderators for them (they seem to be open to that so far). I'll let you know how that goes.

For those who PM'ed me, I got your messages and I am trying to find out how many Beta Testers they are looking for and what info they need from each of you to get you onboard. I will PM each of you when I know more.

Hi-Jack, that new firmware won't screw up my DVI output nor my regions, right? ;)

Is there still a 4GB limitation for harddisk connected via USB2.0 or is this solved??

Were you ever able to figure out a way to force aspect ratios? Or does one need an external scaler if they want to squeeze/stretch the image?

Also, does this player offer the option of setting the DVI to "pass through" so that whatever resolution the source content is in is sent out via DVI? Again, I'm thinking in terms of an external video processor. If I had one, I'd want it to process the image and not the Snazio.

thx.


* Can't see a way of forcing aspect ratios -- one of my WMVs plays at the wrong aspect ratio and I can't see how to anamorphically squeeze it.

Overall, I'm very happy with this player. I really bought it to play TS files over DVI, and it's the only player to do this AFAIK. The fact that it also plays DVDs is a bonus for me. They even offer a version without a DVD drive.
It walks over all the HTPC options I've tried for playing .TS or WMVHD files, and is a bargain price. If I have to switch to my 1910 now and again to play a DVD, that's OK for me.

Is there still a 4GB limitation for harddisk connected via USB2.0 or is this solved??

The limit is 2GB on external disks FAT32, not 4, and it will remain like that for a while. SnaZio will look at licensing NTFS but depending on the cost... it will or will not make it ever.

An update should not undo the CSS licensing but the risk is always there.
Won't know before we try :-)

The limit is 2GB on external disks FAT32, not 4, and it will remain like that for a while. SnaZio will look at licensing NTFS but depending on the cost... it will or will not make it ever.



So there is no point for buying an external disk?

My problem is that a lot of .TS files don't play well the first 5-10 minutes, probably because the DVD-reader can't keep up (its to slow).
If I want to play my .TS files flawlessly, the only solution is via a wired network? If so, thats a shame, because my PC is upstairs and the Snazio is downstairs :(

So there is no point for buying an external disk?

My problem is that a lot of .TS files don't play well the first 5-10 minutes, probably because the DVD-reader can't keep up (its to slow).
If I want to play my .TS files flawlessly, the only solution is via a wired network? If so, thats a shame, because my PC is upstairs and the Snazio is downstairs :(

I guess you could use a powerline networking solution, like the upcoming product that Snazio is putting up.

From their press release posted earlier in the thread:

SnaZio* is gonna “PluG” you!
SnaZio* Net PlUG revolutionizes the entire communication and home media
entertainment for you while sitting in your room. It is a PnP networking
solution that transforms your household power circuit into a networking
point enabling High Definition Media Playback on high Speed LAN, Internet
Sharing to any existing DSL/Cable router, Online-Gaming and much more,
all without additional wires....

Ideal for Digital Home Cinema application, SnaZio* Net PLUG brings an
assured speed of 85 Mbps which is higher throughput than WLAN 802.11g.
When used with SnaZio* Net DVD Cinema HD, it allows you to stream your
Hi-Definition content smoothly giving you a convenience unmatched until
today. Offering Built-in 56-bit DES encryption, auto error correction and
Quality of Services, SnaZio* Net PLUG lets you enjoy the renaissance of a
new communication era at a very affordable price. What the price will be, is
unknown to date…

* Shared Internet Access, Data, Music, Photo, Video Streaming across
existing 110V - 240V power line outlets
* True Plug and Play; installs in seconds - no software required
* Streaming VCD, DVD, High Definition video smoothly over power line
* Transfer rate up to 85 Mbps, higher than 802.11g wireless

Any ideas when this 'Plug' will surface?

The limit is 2GB on external disks FAT32, not 4, and it will remain like that for a while. SnaZio will look at licensing NTFS but depending on the cost... it will or will not make it ever.



So there is no limit for internal disks FAT32?
But isn't FAT32 itself limited to a max filesize of 4GB??

Any ideas when this 'Plug' will surface?

Devolo is already selling them in Deutschland and the UK.

Unfortunately they are 220/240V.

ST&T Taiwan is shipping them in Asia (I think they may make the ones the V-One/Snazio is planning to OEM).

So far no North American versions -- I don't think they have UL/Canadian approval.

So there is no limit for internal disks FAT32?
But isn't FAT32 itself limited to a max filesize of 4GB??

It depends on where the FAT32 was created -- NT can create a 4GB capable FAT32 drive while I believe Win98/ME can only create 2GB capable partitions. I don't remember how the quirk actually works since I've only been using NTFS for so long now.

Devolo is already selling them in Deutschland and the UK.

Unfortunately they are 220/240V.

ST&T Taiwan is shipping them in Asia (I think they may make the ones the V-One/Snazio is planning to OEM).

So far no North American versions -- I don't think they have UL/Canadian approval.

Thats ok, cause I live in Europe :cool:

But I live here and it sounds cool to me too... :)

Any ideas when this 'Plug' will surface?

I doubt you'll need to wait for the Plug, as the equipment to do power-line networking is available right now.

c|net has a great article about how to do this:

http://www.cnet.com/4520-7390_1-6274537-1.html?tag=bnav

I doubt you'll need to wait for the Plug, as the equipment to do power-line networking is available right now.

c|net has a great article about how to do this:

http://www.cnet.com/4520-7390_1-6274537-1.html?tag=bnav

That article is about 1st generation HomePlug -- 14Mbps is what they top out at -- not quite as good 80-85Mbps average performance (the new ones top out around 200Mbps). Here is a English descript of the STT one:
http://www.stt.com.tw/images/PLC_Device_Brief_M20_050823-1.pdf

That article is about 1st generation HomePlug -- 14Mbps is what they top out at -- not quite as good 80-85Mbps average performance (the new ones top out around 200Mbps). Here is a English descript of the STT one:
http://www.stt.com.tw/images/PLC_Device_Brief_M20_050823-1.pdf

Ah, thanks for the info there . . . didn't realize that.

Lets hope the the security issues of these devices have been resolved.... I know of cases where home owners sharing the same power phase have been able to access their neighbours data!

And one can only imagine how people living in flats/apartment complexes will get on?

In all honesty, it's not that difficult to run cat 5/6 cable around your home. And even install a hub/network switch ;)


Cheers

Lets hope the the security issues of these devices have been resolved.... I know of cases where home owners sharing the same power phase have been able to access their neighbours data!

And one can only imagine how people living in flats/apartment complexes will get on?
...


Supposedly the new ones should be using at least standard DES encryption accross the lan. But with media devices maybe all your neighbors would want to watch your video ;)

Yep - the new home-plugs have 56bit DES encryption I think...

Lets hope the the security issues of these devices have been resolved.... I know of cases where home owners sharing the same power phase have been able to access their neighbours data!

And one can only imagine how people living in flats/apartment complexes will get on?

In all honesty, it's not that difficult to run cat 5/6 cable around your home. And even install a hub/network switch ;)


Cheers

Well, it's not your switch nor your eth card which does the security either - it's your computer's security policy and the fact that you have a physically separate network. When you don't have - ie internet access -, you have a security gateway anyway (sw or hw firewall). In case of the PowerNet even if your PC would show up in your neighbour's LAN browser, he still has to be able to log in. Unless you're sharing your folders deliberately with read permission for 'Everyone', he'll be still closed out (minus malicious attacks).

Well, it's not your switch nor your eth card which does the security either - it's your computer's security policy and the fact that you have a physically separate network. When you don't have - ie internet access -, you have a security gateway anyway (sw or hw firewall). In case of the PowerNet even if your PC would show up in your neighbour's LAN browser, he still has to be able to log in. Unless you're sharing your folders deliberately with read permission for 'Everyone', he'll be still closed out (minus malicious attacks).

The problem was that anyone with "sniffing" software could see all of your traffic on the network and unlike wireless the first gen HomePlug devices didn't come with a way to encrypt the traffic and most users never thought about security as they tended to think of it as a wired network.

The problem was that anyone with "sniffing" software could see all of your traffic on the network and unlike wireless the first gen HomePlug devices didn't come with a way to encrypt the traffic and most users never thought about security as they tended to think of it as a wired network.

That's under the 'malicious' title in my book. ;)

Hi guys, do we have internet over power line in the US, I know it does exist in Europe but I've never heard about it here.

a network via the powernet with a speed of 85Mbit/s should be fast enough for streaming .TS files I guess?

[QUOTE=Starred]So there is no point for buying an external disk? [QUOTE]

For TS files, no, untill NTFS is supported. You could go Jack the Ripper on your TS files and cut them into small parts but then each time a new part loads, you will loose 2/3 seconds. (Time needed to load the file)

[QUOTE=Starred]So there is no point for buying an external disk? [QUOTE]

For TS files, no, untill NTFS is supported. You could go Jack the Ripper on your TS files and cut them into small parts but then each time a new part loads, you will loose 2/3 seconds. (Time needed to load the file)

May I then conclude that large .TS files (large than 4GB) cannot be played at all by the Snazio, even when stored on a fileserver?
Thats a major bummer! :(

May I then conclude that large .TS files (large than 4GB) cannot be played at all by the Snazio, even when stored on a fileserver?
Thats a major bummer! :(

Uh no, the Snazio plays large .ts files over a network just fine.

Uh no, the Snazio plays large .ts files over a network just fine.
I don't understand.
I thought the Snazio only supports harddisks which are formatted as FAT32. And FAT32 doesn't support files > 4GB, hence the Snazio doesn't support files >4GB? :confused:

I don't understand.
I thought the Snazio only supports harddisks which are formatted as FAT32. And FAT32 doesn't support files > 4GB, hence the Snazio doesn't support files >4GB? :confused:MorganB is talking about NTFS hard-disk drives that are accessible via a "network" (like those in your PC), not "external" hard-disk drives that are accessible via the players front USB 2.0 connection ;)


Cheers

aha, to sum it all up:

can use my NTFS files on my pc via a wired/wireless network (without 4GB limitation) and need FAT32 external disks (which do have a filesize limitation of <4GB) for connection via USB2.0 :rolleyes:

Learning all the time :p

Yep.... that's right!

And just to let you know, it's also possible to connect an external hard-disk drive (or drives) to your "PC" via USB2.0 that have been formatted to NTFS....

It's a real shame the "player" does not support direct connection of USB 2.0 external hard-disk drives that have been formatted to NTFS.....


Cheers

Uh no, the Snazio plays large .ts files over a network just fine.


WEll, this is an interesting question: it plays just fine from my PC via one of its integrated gigabit ports (Marvell or Nvidia)but when I tested over a 100Mbit USB adapter - I have some DFusion plugins locked to it: this way node locked lics are mobile ;) -, it was horrible, 5 seconds long rebuffering after every 2 secs play...
I monitored the network utilization and it was only around 4-5%, best case - I suspect the USB eth driver needs some tweaking but I haven't spend a minute with it, just tested and reverted to gigabit - I suggest that everybody, who experiences this constant rebuffering, to upgrade the network card or at least try to fine tune it..

Is there any way to customize the player's interface? My concept of customization ranges from changing the names of menu items to adding custom content such as movie showtimes, TV show information, etc. I'm used to using an HTPC with a front-end like Meedio where practically anything is possible.

Never new the "Plug" solution even existed for LAN usage. This would be ideal for my solution but I echo the same questions that has been posed above-

a network via the powernet with a speed of 85Mbit/s should be fast enough for streaming .TS files I guess?

For HD material like the Gladiator BEV, Bladerunner Japanese release etc will it be fast enough?

At least I will hopefully be able to use this solution for my current Snazzio SZ1350 and also for the Zensonic Z500 when it is released in November.

Also as someone else has also asked above a passthrough mode for DVI would be excellent so that it automatically passes through 720P, and 1080i ts files without the need to constantly change resolutions so my projectors Faroudja chip can do the scaling instead of the Snazzio.

"I echo the same questions that has been posed above-

Quote:
a network via the powernet with a speed of 85Mbit/s should be fast enough for streaming .TS files I guess?"

What's the question here?

85Mbit (powernet) > 25Mbit (highest MPEG2 bitrate Snazio been confirmed at)


Bitrate-wise it's kinda obvious, I believe. ;)

T2K I thought it was obvious with Wireless and we all know how that works with HD .ts files. Hence my questions confirming there are no issues over a Home electrical system with these same files.

T2K I thought it was obvious with Wireless and we all know how that works with HD .ts files. Hence my questions confirming there are no issues over a Home electrical system with these same files.

Well, with wireless is not 'really' obvious because wireless has fallback function by default.

But you're right, it's possible that a wired 85Mbit won't work out (lag, fragmentation, loss etc) - but I doubt it. :)

I´ve just bought a Snazio and i tried it with my Marquee 8500(dvi-out).
I find the picture being to dark and the adjustments on the projector are not enough to get enough "shadow details".
Has anyone found gamma/brightness/contrast controls on the Snazio to adjust the output itself?

I´ve just bought a Snazio and i tried it with my Marquee 8500(dvi-out).
I find the picture being to dark and the adjustments on the projector are not enough to get enough "shadow details".
Has anyone found gamma/brightness/contrast controls on the Snazio to adjust the output itself?

Its a problem with BTB and WTW via the DVI output. For the time being I have switched to component. According to a post further up by Hi-Jack there should be improvements via a soon to be released firmware update.

Are there discrete codes for this player.

Eg: On and Off codes, Direct output codes.

Also I take it this player does not output Composite and DVI at the same time?

Its a problem with BTB and WTW via the DVI output. For the time being I have switched to composite.Composite!!!!

Why not component, or s-video at the very least?


Cheers

Composite!!!!

Why not component, or s-video at the very least?


Cheers


Yikes I was sleepy when I posted that. I meant component. Will correct in my other post. Thanks!

MPC Review: V One will be sending evaluation
units for MPC review tomorrow so a review of “the PluG” should be possible
in the next 2 weeks.

Hi-Jack I eagerly await your review on "the plug". To bad they arn't sending you the new 200 Mbps one.

Is there any way to customize the player's interface? My concept of customization ranges from changing the names of menu items to adding custom content such as movie showtimes, TV show information, etc. I'm used to using an HTPC with a front-end like Meedio where practically anything is possible.

Bump. C'mon, I know someone knows the answer to this. *cough* Hi-Jack *cough**cough* ;)

A lot of items are loaded from XML files in the Snazio instal directory of the software tool concerning interface of networked playback. The FW used in Syabas
is inhouse developed language from Syabas which makes it difficult to adapt it to
your personal likings, if not impossible.

Syabas FW has never been modified by anyone for looks or other features.
(If written un uClinux like KiSS or MTK FW is possible)

So, basically, not custom adjustments are possible.

SnaZio announced a new FW to become available by the end of this week
hopefully.

Hi Hi-Jack :)

Any word on this firmware?

Mmmm, 170Mbps over power outlet: http://www.broadbandreports.com/shownews/67976 :)

Mmmm, 170Mbps over power outlet: http://www.broadbandreports.com/shownews/67976 :)

This is basically what V-one is coming out with -- 85mbit is the average user thru put that all of these devices will be capable of. Some manufacturers will claim 200 some 170 but they are all talking ideal burst rates not continuous.

HiJack- When will you have your review available on "The Plug" and when will they be available to purchase?

Can this harddisk with ehternet connection also be a solution for networked play of .TS files? I mean, can it be connected to the snazio directly?
Maxtor harddisk with ethernet connection (http://www.maxtor.com/portal/site/Maxtor/menuitem.ba88f6d7cf664718376049b291346068/?channelpath=/en_us/Products/Network%20Storage/Maxtor%20Shared%20Storage%20Family/Maxtor%20Shared%20Storage%20Plus&productview=Overview)

Does anyone know about a reset that could be done to the Snazio? My friends Snazio dont react to remote or buttons. This happened after change to DVi 720 output. The player just crashed and never started again after that. He have tried "Powerless overnight" with no change.

Are there discrete codes for this player.

Eg: On and Off codes, Direct output codes.

Also I take it this player does not output Composite and DVI at the same time?

What server software is everyone using with this player?

Are there more active forums on this player?

What server software is everyone using with this player?

I use the Snazio software. I have tried a few others and none work better so I just stuck with the Snazio.

Does anyone know about a reset that could be done to the Snazio? My friends Snazio dont react to remote or buttons. This happened after change to DVi 720 output. The player just crashed and never started again after that. He have tried "Powerless overnight" with no change.

Do the lights come on and the word Snazzi when he presses the power button on the front of the machine? If so then he just needs to push the "Tv Mode" button over and over until the player sends a useable signal to the tv.

Also I take it this player does not output Composite and DVI at the same time?
Just one output at a time
Are there more active forums on this player?
http://www.mpeg-playcenter.com/

I guess it is a case of one resolution at a time - and component OR RGB ? I would expect it to output both composite and RGB standard def via the SCART socket though - as the SCART RGB system derives sync pulses from the composite signal (and ideally the composite video should be present on this as well if it is properly SCART standard)

Dalfo, Have you tried the Simple Media Server?
http://www.swisscenter.co.uk/

Dalfo, Have you tried the Simple Media Server?
http://www.swisscenter.co.uk/

I've tried Swisscenter, and it seems to work pretty well. The software is constantly being updated so new features and improvements come along regulaly ;)

I tried Swiss Center. It worked fine, though I felt it had an extra step or 2 to get to the files you wanted to view. It doesn't view by folder by default - it asks you whether you want to view all files, view by folder, view by album, etc. I guess this is fine for those who want to be able to sort their files 5 different ways. Also, it didn't show .ts files. On the other hand, the interface was a lot nicer (had some cool skins available) and the configuration was easy.

I really like the Cover art that you can display with swisscenter for all the movies archived on the server...or even your entire collection if you spend the time to create the folders and file names of them all.

On my HTPC, WinDVD wouldn't play .ts files, but would play them if I renamed them to .mpg. You might be able to make them visible if you renamed them to .mpg so the new software will see them, and hopefully the player will play them with no problems.

Gary.

From snazzi.com:

Due to the overwhelming response of this product, there is a slight
delay in delivery and the estimated delivery time is two weeks from now.

I am almost ready to buy this player. I really would like to know if anyone is using it with a DVI-HDMI cable because my plasma only provides hdmi.

tia.

An DVI-to-HDMI cable/adaptor will work fine with the Snazio...


Cheers

Have updated to the latest firmware and I think the update have reset the CSS protection to enable.

Tried the hack SLOW/FWD 46460 SLOW/FWD 1212 , it does not work on my. Maybe because the remote control response is very kludgy.

Is there another way of input this? Any other hack?

Really appreciate any help.

:)

Have updated to the latest firmware

How did you update firmware? There is no firmware update. Did you roll yours back by accident?

availablle in the setup menu. The option is "Check Firmware update". I chose this option and it came back with a confirmation screen , it then downloaded the latest version.

availablle in the setup menu. The option is "Check Firmware update". I chose this option and it came back with a confirmation screen , it then downloaded the latest version.

Yes thanks, know where the feature is, its just never responded with a firmware update. What firmware version do you have now? I have 08-30-050708-01-VNE-258-000.

I updated the Firmware on Friday and it does reset the CSS licensing, but I was able to disable it again using the same old method (remember, you have to be in the Setup screen to enter the Slow-1-2-1-2 code).

For me, the new Firmware didn't fix any of the problems I was having (wireless networking is a LITTLE better, but still stops a lot to buffer), but it didn't break anything either. I can't test BTB or WTW (via DVI) because my TV won't display them anyways, so I don't know if this made it into this update.

My new FW version is:

10-54-051007-01-VNE-242-000

Oh, one more thing - the update added more Display modes - it now supports 50Hz/60Hz rates for all HD modes. For some reason, though, I couldn't set mine to 50Hz DVI 720p - when I tried, I got an error that said "Nothing has Changed" like it didn't recognize that the mode had been selected/changed.

.... I can't test BTB or WTW (via DVI) because my TV won't display them anyways, so I don't know if this made it into this update..... I couldn't set mine to 50Hz DVI 720p - when I tried, I got an error that said "Nothing has Changed" like it didn't recognize that the mode had been selected/changed.I'm confused... do you have a display with an DVI input... If not, why test the "50Hz DVI 720p" mode?


Cheers

Hmmm I just tried twice more to update and I am still getting no update available. I wonder if the server is down or if they pulled the update. Has anyone else been able to update?

Its not working for me either Morgan.....

I wonder if snazio doesnt have their firmware update tables complete. I have seen mention of 3 snazio firmwares. I have 08-30-050708-01-VNE-258-000 and I have also seen mention of 07-28-050526-01-VNF-242-000 and 08-28-050708-01-VNE-242-000. I know a person with the 08-28 firmware was able to update today. Dolfo, do you know what your old firmware version was?

The Plugs should arrive today and if they do, i won't be home to receive them and will have to pick them up tomorriw :-) The review will be done very fast as there's not much to try :-0

I will post as soon as i have them and start reviewing (Probably Tuesday evening)
FW release is not finished yet...
We expect it during this week hopefully...

Enjoy
hi-ajck

Latest version I have is the 09-04-050811-01-VNE-242-000 but it's the internal test
version which has not been publicly released yet. It also does not contain the fixes for DVI
blacklevel and such as it's already a month old.

Enjoy
hi-jack

I'm confused... do you have a display with an DVI input... If not, why test the "50Hz DVI 720p" mode?


Cheers

Sorry you are confused. Yes I have an LCD with DVI input (as mentioned before). It is a Sony GWIII, which is notorious for clipping Blacks and Whites fron the DVI input (hence my inability to test BTB and WTW from the Snazio).

I wonder if snazio doesnt have their firmware update tables complete. I have seen mention of 3 snazio firmwares. I have 08-30-050708-01-VNE-258-000 and I have also seen mention of 07-28-050526-01-VNF-242-000 and 08-28-050708-01-VNE-242-000. I know a person with the 08-28 firmware was able to update today. Dolfo, do you know what your old firmware version was?

Nope :o Sorry - I never wrote it down.

Sorry you are confused. Yes I have an LCD with DVI input (as mentioned before). It is a Sony GWIII, which is notorious for clipping Blacks and Whites fron the DVI input (hence my inability to test BTB and WTW from the Snazio).Thanks for the clarification :)

Interestingly I've just finished reading a report in Computer Active (Page 33 / Issue 200) about the Devolo MicroLink dLAN Highspeed Starter Kit....

The £139.00 "Starter Kit" comprises of two plugs, with a theoretical data transfer speed of 85Mbps.... although, Computer Active could only manage to transfer a 60MB file between two PC in 33 seconds - the equivalent of 16Mbps!

Just thought you'd like to know!

[QUOTE=Dolfo]I updated the Firmware on Friday and it does reset the CSS licensing, but I was able to disable it again using the same old method (remember, you have to be in the Setup screen to enter the Slow-1-2-1-2 code).


Just some clarification, here is my step by step understanding on how to disable the CSS protection, please confirm

1. go to main menu
2. slow 4-6-4-6-0
3. will get a screen (have not seen this so I am just guessing)
4. slow 1-2-1-2

Is this correct?

Just some clarification, here is my step by step understanding on how to disable the CSS protection, please confirm

1. go to main menu
2. slow 4-6-4-6-0
3. will get a screen (have not seen this so I am just guessing)
4. slow 1-2-1-2

Is this correct?

You are mixing codes - you have a PM.

Hi nasty204,

Hi-Jack posted the codes you require here: -

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=6100770&&#post6100770


Cheers

Hi Everybody,

And thank you for all the info you are posting.
I want to buy the SZ1350, but have problems with their website using Safari on Mac. Was anybody able to buy w/o VAT from UK (UK website works fine) and get it shipped to North America? I live in Toronto.
Also contacted them about beta testing after Dolfo posted info about, and feedback is bad. How is your feedback from Snazio?

And the shipping delay is stil 2 weeks?

Regards,
Gabriel

Just received mine today and will be testing it out this evening with a CRT projector. Might also try it with my plasma.

Since this unit has the 5.1 analog output, any reason it could not playback DVD-Audio disc's... other then licensing and firmware update????

Just received mine today and will be testing it out this evening with a CRT projector. Might also try it with my plasma.

Since this unit has the 5.1 analog output, any reason it could not playback DVD-Audio disc's... other then licensing and firmware update????Well...... first the player has to be able to detect where the "AOB" files are (on the DVD-Audio capable disc) before it can play them.... Neither the SnaZio, IO-DATA or Buffalo players can do this!


Cheers

And does anyone out there know how to make the player "detect" them?

Also what is the key to getting the WMVHD to play on this player? I have T2, Step into Liquid and Coral Reef I would like to try out.

Oh, one other note:

My Snazio came with 09-09-050812-01-VNE-242-026 firmware and I went into the setup menu and had it check for an update and it found and installed 10-54-051007-01-VNE-242-000 with a date of Oct 7th 2005

Hi all,

CROSS POST article MPC:
(Update on Homeplugs, not yet arrived at my place but they are in belgium where
I live. I have to pick them up Wednesday as i can't tonight and the reason why is
below :-0 I thought this article was of interest here as well. note, if you have any
questions, make sure you post them in MPC Thread or send them by mail to me :-))

Tuesday, Linda Wee, general Product Manager at SnaZio* will meet Hi-jack
tonight to discuss some things on the future. Included in this "Meet&Greet"
will be Ruud Schothorst (Importer SnaZio* Netherlands) and Paul veth (CEO
DivXPlayer and MPC Partner) and off course, Jack's girlfriend and secretary
of MPC, Sweetie.

After the review released by MPC (http://www.mpeg-playcenter.com/banner_log.php?id=35), SnaZio* was eager showing off with it on
their site (http://www.snazio.com), quoting phrases on which we stated the SnaZio* NetDVD Cinema
HD was "the" player for the moment to get and sales surely have started
well during the first weeks of the release. Linked to our reviews from over
23 places, the record has been set for the SnaZio* review to be read over
22.000 tines in less then 3 months.

User reviews in general are confirming Hi-Jack's review all over the Internet
giving rumor to SnaZio* products, including many respected sites like
www.videohelp.com (user review (http://www.videohelp.com/dvdplayers.php?DVDnameid=5802&Search=Search&)), AVSForums and more, which make
SnaZio* become more known today as it ever was. Considering new players
are on the way from KiSS Technology (DP-600 (http://www.kiss-technology.com/?p=news90&v=users)), Zensonic (Z500 (http://www.z500series.com/)), Dvico
(Tvix (http://www.tvix.co.kr/ENG/Products/TVixHDM5000U.aspx)) and Trans-Gear (DVX-700 series (http://www.trans-technology.com/default.asp?PAGE=DVX_700_SERIES)), we are curious rather these players
can live up to throwing SnaZio* of the trone. Thiough every player has it's
advantages and shortcomings, on all subjects SnaZio* only has a few but
knowing kiSS and Trans-gear as well as Dvico very well, they sure will try...

Well, even with new players coming, sure SnaZio* can breath at ease for
another while as many brands are considered late. After Buffalo Technology (http://www.buffalo-technology.com/products/multimedia.php)
released the LinkTheater as the first 2nd Generation player in Europe, they
where followed by SnaZio* and Dlink DSM-320 (DLink not advised due to no
DVI/HDMI or Scart and all mail addresses on their site BOUNCE including
customer support!!). KISS is eager to release the DP-600 end of this month
and all others are suffering from time to get the product finished.

DviCo has delayed release of the new TviX to January 2006.
Trans-Gear has delayed release of the DVX-700 series to jan/Feb 2006
Zensonic has been postponing release for a couple times as well, and the
last release date we know of is End of October, but also here, we expect
delay until early 2006! Expected is that Zensonic will release in Australia
first and when Australia is saturated, Europe/US? will be served. Whoever
has questions on Zensonic player, can ask them at the official Zensonic
Z500Series forum here (http://www.z500series.com/forum/index.php?act=SC&c=3).

For now, anyone having Questions on SnaZio* (not about when FW updates
become available) can post them in this thread and we'll talk about it with
Linda Wee tonight or offer a list to take back with here to Singapore and
get after the info to satisfy our news hunger :-)

Enjoy
Hi-Jack

Can everyone see this new firmware download then in the autoupdate mode? as i can't, it still saying no updates available?

Thanks for getting back to me in the E-mail Hi-Jack, I wil give that a try this evening.

Could you ask them about discrete codes for the output resolutions and On/Off codes.

The V880N does not have them also but the custom DVI rez and the composite video out are right next to each other in the selection menu so if I have the default output set to custom DVI I can then cycle power on the unit send just one TV-MOD command to it to change the output.

Composite video out and DVI at the same time would also be great if they can swing it.

Thanks,

-Mark

I get FILESERVER: Windows Media Connect (Unauthorized) on my login page after adding the Snazio to the WMC server setup?

We have given the list of things we like from the scene :-)
We'll have some updates after all items have been discussed but that will take some time to check.

The HomePlugs have arrived but SnaZio announced they have found an even better one from a different supplier and will not start using these after all. New samples of the new units should arrive in 2-3 weeks to get things rolling.

You guys can wait till then, right ? :-)
Enjoy
Hi-Jack

I get FILESERVER: Windows Media Connect (Unauthorized) on my login page after adding the Snazio to the WMC server setup?

Try playing a movie regardless that message.
If it fails, you need to authorize the SnaZio player to use WMC content.

Enjoy

I get FILESERVER: Windows Media Connect (Unauthorized) on my login page after adding the Snazio to the WMC server setup?

I got the same message at first. When I went back into the Media Connect interface and clicked on Devices -> Add, I found a second Snazio device sitting out there. Once I added that, it worked. I'm not sure why I have 2 Snazio devices and I don't care as long as it works.

Finally manage to disable the CSS protection.

Thanks to Dolfo and all forummers who shared the tips. :)

Probably 2 players show because of uPnP or something...
As long as it works :-)

Try playing a movie regardless that message.
If it fails, you need to authorize the SnaZio player to use WMC content.

Enjoy

How do you "authorize" the player? I can add it in and it says activated but when I look at the properties is still says "DRM: Cannot play protected Windows Media files"

Makes sure the file is played at least once first on the PC before you try it on Snazio.
In Windows Media Connect, under devices, remove all players.
Then click ADD and select the Snazio and click OK.

That's all you need to do.

So you mean load the Step into liquid DVD into the server and let it obtain the license (same for T2, Coral Reef, etc....) and then it should be able to play direct from the DVD drive of the Snazio, or does the file have to be copied from the disc onto the server?

Also when you say, "Snazio" will it actuall show up as that or some other device name as I have yet to see it say Snazio.

I also downloaded several of the HD clips that said "Uses DRM" from Microsoft and it goes out to Universals website to get a key but I still can not access those clips either?

Well I did manage to get the Alexander clip to play.

So you mean load the Step into liquid DVD into the server and let it obtain the license (same for T2, Coral Reef, etc....) and then it should be able to play direct from the DVD drive of the Snazio, or does the file have to be copied from the disc onto the server?

Also when you say, "Snazio" will it actuall show up as that or some other device name as I have yet to see it say Snazio.

I forget the exact device name, but it was obvious that it was the Snazio. In the Media Connect user interface, there is a button to the left that says "Devices" - click it. Remove all Devices. In that window, click "Add" (make sure the Snazio is powered on and connected to the network first) and you should see your player in there (maybe more than once) - add them all. In your settings, check the box that says load when Windows starts (or something like that) and restart Windows. Once everything boots up, you should see your player in the Snazio menu and it shouldn't say "Unauthorized" anymore. Now, play a DRM-protected movie for a second or 2 with your PC - this let's Media Connect acquire a license. Now you should be able to stream that material to the Snazio.

Thanks for the reply Aldolfo, Syabas Technology Inc. is what shows up on mine and the MAC address matches so I know it is the Snazio player. It is Device 2 in the list of devices in WMC and there is a Device 1 and I checked it MAC address and it is the bridge I have setup on my server. Both devices are activated but when I check the properties they both say DRM: Cannot play protected Windows Media files

And it still says Unauthorized in the Login Page.

I followed your directions to a "T" and also tried everything that is on the SnazziZone help under the Learning Corner, which is a cool feature by the way.

Perhaps I need to move my house off of the old Indian barrial ground it was built on?

Do a search for .NET Framework 2.0 Beta. I was having some problems similar to what you're seeing and they all went away after I installed this.

Cool, thanks. I did see that when I was setting up .NET but figured since it was Beta...

I will give that a try.

Strange thing is I managed to get the Alexander clip to play which got its license and I also got the license for Ray and one other DRM protected clips but only the Alexander will play.

Now what about sound? I have the 6 RCA's connected from the Snazio to my Halo C2 inputs but when I run the sound test clip I only get sound out of the front left and right?

How do you turn on the surround sound for the HD clips?

I installed the .NET Beta but now WMC will not run. It says that .NET1.1 must be installed for it to run. So I unintalled WMC and tried to re-install and again it said .NET1.1 must be installed? How did you get WMC to work with the .NET Beta?

For the sound, I believe the Snazio should be set to "RAW Audio" in the setup.

As for the WMC issue - there was no special trick for me. Once I installed the .NET Beta, it all just worked. Sorry about that - it sounded like you were having the same problems that I was having, but there must be something else afoot here.

So everyone here is getting 5.1 sound out of the analog outouts when playing back MWVHD clips and the sound test clip?

I will keep on trying with getting the license thing working but man it sure is not user freindly. I used to be a NT systems admin for 13 years and would think that I would be able to getting something so simple as this work? Maybe I am just getting to old... or have been out of the field to long.....

If anyone else has these issues or had them please feel free to PM me with an tips, pointers, magic potions... what ever... ;)

I wonder if it is the new firmware I am running that is causing my problems? How do you roll the firmware back on these?

I got the Snazio SZ1350 today, I'm trying to get it to stream from my laptop Toshiba Satellite S676 with built in wireless G but the HD video doesn't play flowlessly over the wireless network it freezes for a few seconds and than plays fast to componsate the delay, Also browsing music is useless I have 2500 songs in my hard drive and it doesn't even give you a choice to browse by artist or genre. The picture quality over the network is very bad, I tried the same picture from it's DVD drive they looks a lot better, So I decided to not use the network option as fellows:
-Since all my HD ts movies are already on DVD+DL's So I just play them from the Snazio DVD drive
-All my music collection are already stored in my iPod So plug it to the receiver and voila
-Now for the photos, emmm!!! Oh yeah my LG 32LX1D built in a 9 in 1 digital media reader so I just insert my 1GB micro drive in the card slot and start slide show function that my TV offers and voila again

Can you not connect your Snazio via wired ethernet to your LAN. That should eliminate all of your problems (other than BTB and WTW levels)
In reference to your music collection, there are third party software servers like the Swiss Centre, that may be a little more flexible for your requirements and allow you to search artist, genre etc.

I got the Snazio SZ1350 today, I'm trying to get it to stream from my laptop Toshiba Satellite S676 with built in wireless G but the HD video doesn't play flowlessly over the wireless network it freezes for a few seconds and than plays fast to componsate the delay, Also browsing music is useless I have 2500 songs in my hard drive and it doesn't even give you a choice to browse by artist or genre. The picture quality over the network is very bad, I tried the same picture from it's DVD drive they looks a lot better, So I decided to not use the network option as fellows:
-Since all my HD ts movies are already on DVD+DL's So I just play them from the Snazio DVD drive
-All my music collection are already stored in my iPod So plug it to the receiver and voila
-Now for the photos, emmm!!! Oh yeah my LG 32LX1D built in a 9 in 1 digital media reader so I just insert my 1GB micro drive in the card slot and start slide show function that my TV offers and voila again

I thought the received wisdom was that 11g wasn't really up to streaming MPEG2 HD .ts files because the sustained continuous data rate required was not reliably obtainable using 11g. (Whilst the quoted figure is 54Mbs, the actual continuous reliable throughput is less than 20Mbs in real-world situations?) HD Divx/Xvid runs at a significantly lower data rate, so may be more suitable to wireless streaming?

Most people suggest playing MPEG2 HD .ts stuff either from DVD-ROM (though the Snazzio drive may not cope with high data rate stuff either), from an external USB2 HD (though there are file size limitation with FAT32), or ideally from a PC via a wired 100Mbs Ethernet connection.

Agreed....

Which is why I think some of you guys who are waiting for those high-speed "Networking over Mains" devices, are going to be disappointed too!


Cheers

Thank you guys for your reply, got it now, the thing is I hate wires runing arround my apartment's walls, probably I should wait for the internet over the power line it should be available soon since the tests that have been already done are promising.

Heck, I even have problems playing back regular DVD VOB files over my 10/100 network and have to use a straight thru cat6 wire direct to a GigE port on my server to get smooth playback. My server is in my basement and my theater is on my 3rd floor and I have 10" ceilings so it is a long journey, but you would think that it would be fine over a 10/100 network with only a few PC on it and VOIP.

I still for the life of me don't understand why these manufactures are not putting 10/100/1000 ethernet port in there products? I mean come on, the price difference can not be that much since most PC motherboards have them installed on them?????

HD has to take up some bandwidth... I mean I watch Smallville here in the states and the compression they use just drives me crazy on the fast action scenes!!!! What gives with that!?!?!?!?......... but I digress... ;)

I have no problems streaming DTT recordings made in Windows MCE via an 11g network - but then BBC One is usually the highest bit rate at 4.8Mbs-ish for SD 16:9 720x576 stuff. DVD VOBs also play fine on this network. I've been careful to stick to one manufacturer where possible - it's all Belkin with the exception of a Mac Mini with an internal Airport card.

So it's impossible to play WMWHD from the Snazio DVD drive I have T2 it plays the introduction videos but it won't play the HD movie when I click on HIDGH DEFINITION button, also I have som WMVHD trailers recorded on DVD-R it plays the video but no sound at the optical output.

ANybody who's experiencing re-buffering while playing TS over the network, please, try another ethernet connection - my machine has two Gb onboard, one was fine, the other one mostly fine but when I tried a USB2.0 100Mbit adapter, it was useless. It's some machine-side issue, most likely.

So it's impossible to play WMWHD from the Snazio DVD drive I have T2 it plays the introduction videos but it won't play the HD movie when I click on HIDGH DEFINITION button, also I have som WMVHD trailers recorded on DVD-R it plays the video but no sound at the optical output.


Pay more attention to the topic - both of your issues were explained earlier.
Nothing is wrong with Snazio. I bet first you're trying to play a 1080p movie on this 1080i device and then you're trying to play a video with WMA Pro 5.1 audio over digital/toslink which this unit currently only supports over its discrete analog outputs.

Is it likely that issues regarding low detail in black can be resolved with firmware?

So it's impossible to play WMWHD from the Snazio DVD drive I have T2 it plays the introduction videos but it won't play the HD movie when I click on HIDGH DEFINITION button, also I have som WMVHD trailers recorded on DVD-R it plays the video but no sound at the optical output.And to follow on from what T2k said.....

Your T2 HD-WMV9 disc is also DRM (and region IP) protected.....

As far as I'm aware, nobody have managed to get this disc to work in a stand-alone player.... and I don't think anybody will :eek:


Cheers

Is it likely that issues regarding low detail in black can be resolved with firmware?

Very likely that DVI can be fixed in FW. It's simply settings.
Cross Post from MPC (again) sorry guys :-)

************************************************************ **
Singapore, 19-10-2005. SnaZio announced the release of new FW versions
for the NetDVD Cinema HD and the tera Nas HD Pro which improves the
devices even further.

Announced is 2 FW versions being available.
One will be publicly released for users to upgrade their players over the
weekend which does not include the DVI blacklevel fix but several other
fixes on the player.

The second version will be delivered to MPC Test team with CUSTOM DVI
settings to find out the best neutral setting for the player used in combination
with DVI on different LCD panels. (We get more info tomorrow about the purpose)

The Nas update will mainly add support for bigger drives recently released
like the WD400 GB disks. These required a small change to be recognised
in the system.

More details on the update and other open issues will be released
tomorrow after a conference with Singapore which is planned at 10.00am
with MPC Staff (thus me :-).

Enjoy/
Hi-Jack
************************************************************ ****

We'll keep AVS in the loop of the progress and welcome any "not novice" board
members, to join us in tests for the DVI settings. Off course, without spreading
the version we'll are giving in trust.

Very likely that DVI can be fixed in FW. It's simply settings.
Cross Post from MPC (again) sorry guys :-)

************************************************************ ****

We'll keep AVS in the loop of the progress and welcome any "not novice" board
members, to join us in tests for the DVI settings. Off course, without spreading
the version we'll are giving in trust.

Cool, very interesting! :cool:

Will it soon be possible to have 50hz over DVI (720p/1080i) as well ?

Yesterday I submitted the post below concerning over-scan and the general positioning of the same image via the AVLP2's different output modes.

Can any of you SnaZio owners pass on your comments about this issue please!

Here are some samples: -

NTSC 854x480 with square pixels in AVI (http://81.98.148.105/Uploaded_Files/AVS_Forum_files/NTSC_854x480_with_square_pixels_in_AVI.zip)

PAL 1024x576 with square pixels in AVI (http://81.98.148.105/Uploaded_Files/AVS_Forum_files/PAL_1024x576_with_square_pixels_in_AVI.zip)

I do however think there may be "issues" with the players Syabas middle-ware!

My ADS Media-Link runs this middle-ware and when I play an 854x480 test card and select the different output modes, the image looks to be cropped/shifted to the right, on some modes...... If you look below, you can see this for yourselves: -

Component NTSC: -

http://img426.imageshack.us/img426/1498/componentntsc0hy.jpg


HDTV Component 480p: -

http://img435.imageshack.us/img435/1284/hdtvcomponent480p6tn.jpg


HDTV Component 720p: -

http://img435.imageshack.us/img435/6523/hdtvcomponent720p3ri.jpg


HDTV Component 1080i: -

http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/4885/hdtvcomponent1080i8jx.jpg



By contrast, when you set the Z500 to "480p60" mode (HDTV Component 480p) you see this: -

http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/2642/z5009oq.jpg


Like I said previously, the over-scan is still present.... but the image has not been cropped/shifted to the right!

Please also bear in mind, this is the forth or fifth time I've carried out such a test with devices sporting Syabas middle-ware (but it is the first time I've taken some pictures).... and they all did the same!

So I can only assume I-O DATA's AVLP2, Buffalo's LinkPlayer and SnaZio's 1350 all do the same too!

Cheers

I wonder if it is possible to connect a harddisk with an ethernet connector directly to the Snazio? Or can it only be connected via a router?
An example of such a harddisk: LaCie networkharddisk with ethernet (http://www.paradigit.nl/pdf/10009171v.pdf)

I wonder if it is possible to connect a harddisk with an ethernet connector directly to the Snazio? Or can it only be connected via a router?
An example of such a harddisk: LaCie networkharddisk with ethernet (http://www.paradigit.nl/pdf/10009171v.pdf)Yes... I've been wondering this too!

I have a 16 port 10/100 network switch/hub (in my distribution cupboard) which currently has 9 free ports.... It would be a real step forward if this (and similar) players could talk directly to ethernet HDD's!

We would not have to contend with the (USB2 HDD) FAT32 issue for starters :)


Cheers

Some NAS devices run Linux and can thus run host software. I have a Linksys NSLU2 running mt-daap which acts as an iTunes server, using Rendezvous/Bonjour and serving all the MP3s hosted on the hard drive. You just telnet in to tell it to rebuild its library when you rip new software.

I believe there is Upnp software knocking around for these devices as well - such as Twonkyvision.

I will become famous here as a cross poster :-)

A new FW version for SnaZio* NetDVD Cinema HD which is well accepted by
the community is about to be released in the next few days, concerning
some fixes and wishes of the customers. In the next weeks and months
SnaZio* will concentrate with the scene of making more fixes and
implementations.

The release expected before the end of the coming weekend should
include few of the requested fixes and confirmed are:

- DRM support fixes
- Overscan 1080i
- .TS End Of File

(A special version of FW with DVI settings will be send to us for testing
purposes what the best settings are. These tests will be conducted with
MPC Test Team and the results will be gathered and analysed, then
qent to SnaZio. They then will compare all results and implement the
best settings in the new FW release, probably during next week as
extra update. This is no promise as it depends on tests and analysis,
but it is looking good  )

What is not fixed but is worked on at the moment?
- Resolution 576p also for next version
- AC3 in .TS
- WPA/PSK

Beside these SnaZio* is also working on the 50hz issues and .PLS fix when
a dead link is listed however some options requested are not possible as
well or will take some time to discuss and implement.

Not Possible:
- FF/RW while using WMC! (WMC does not allow that)
- Custom DVI (Sigma has not implemented support for this yet in 8620 series)

An issue reported with WMV9 HD with DTS is untraceable but reported so if
anyone has issues with this, we’d be happy to hear about it and investigate
the issue further. A very important issue is the down sampling of the RCA
5.1 to Front left and Front right which is done based on Licensing
requirements to support 5.1. Discussion about this are going on and
SnaZio* should be able to offer feedback on this soon.

Issues in Playback:
.TS files are supported up to 13Mbps and above, they can suffer from
stuttering. This can’t be fixed in FW but hardware would be possible to
improve the speed of the HDDLoader. Certainly in future products this will
be the case.

Already confirmed for the next FW update in 4 to 6 weeks is the 50hz
issues and PLS fixes needed while if Sigma is able to offer some fixes on
DVD Playback (A-B and Slow Fwd) might be implemented as well. DVD
playback is after all Sigma’s side operation.

Issues reported with Pictures slideshows and Music at random will be fixed
in a soon to be released Net DVD Software update while the GAP of a few
seconds between different files (.TS in 2 or more parts) is under investigation.
Considering different files need different approach one has to be sure
changes on the system do not affect other features and operation. Also
subtitles will be looked at but not with Priority at this moment.

Panscan is another thing SnaZio* has been looking into, certainly after
Panscan is already implemented in the sz1300 normal DVD Player but
mixed results are given in tests on the outcome when used on different
features. For supporting FLAC, again, Sigma is the one to depend upon.

Networking selection of 10/100 H/D Duplex is a big questions mark at this
moment but will be looked at, but chances are slim this feature will make
it. One more update can be released about languages supported, first the
interface languages for German and French will be added after which there
are more to come, including selection of default DVD subtitles.

A lot of work to be done, which from us, will require some patience.

Enjoy/
Hi-Jack

By the way, we checked for discrete codes as well :-)
If all goes well, we should be able to get them somewhere soon...

My Snazio displays on the setup menu: Firmware Version : 09-09-050812-01-VNE-242-026 File System Version : 01-VNE
Is it the most current one? because it won't accept a new download.
Also I noticed that when I turn off the player the pannel light stays on which I don't like is there any function in the menu to set it to off?

Hi Hi-Jack

Any idea when they will be implementing fixes for the issues with black level over DVI? This is currently the most major concern for me and some others.

Cheers
:)

Thanks for the reply Aldolfo, Syabas Technology Inc. is what shows up on mine and the MAC address matches so I know it is the Snazio player. It is Device 2 in the list of devices in WMC and there is a Device 1 and I checked it MAC address and it is the bridge I have setup on my server. Both devices are activated but when I check the properties they both say DRM: Cannot play protected Windows Media files



I've got this problem too, did you find a fix for it?

So now we have iTunes 6, with the ability to do video, Buy TV episodes or Video podcasts. Will this player play these files?

By the way, we checked for discrete codes as well :-)
If all goes well, we should be able to get them somewhere soon...

Umm what? I thought CSS disabler and region free tricks are already proven to be working under new firmwares as well...

what's the deal now with the firmware update?

I've just got my new toy, like it, but can't update the firmware like mentioned here already.

Mine is two months old and all I get when trying is: nope, nothing new.

What's going on?

Roland

Hi,

what are the alternatives to the included software?

I know so far:

Swisscenter
Twonkeyvision
Microsoft

Is there something else considerable?

Roland

Umm what? I thought CSS disabler and region free tricks are already proven to be working under new firmwares as well...

I believe the discrete codes Hi-Jack is talking about are the codes to program Universal Remotes (discrete Power On, Power Off, etc.).

So now we have iTunes 6, with the ability to do video, Buy TV episodes or Video podcasts. Will this player play these files?

iTunes TV episodes have DRM which would not be supported by the Snazio i would suspect. Vido podcasts could be a different story if there is no DRM. The quality for the tv shows blows for anything larger than the iPod screen anyway. Would look terrible on a full size screen.

I couldn't set media connect to let Snazio play protected contents I'm always getting the message Windows Media Connect (Unauthorized) any tips?? I'm sick of it

Same problem as you Latreche34.

What firmware version do you have?

Same problem as you Latreche34.

What firmware version do you have?

I have 09-09-050812-01-VNE-242-026 File System Version : 01-VNE but here is another problem the player won't update to the latest firmware.

Discrete codews for SnaZio NetDVD Cinema HD (and Net Cinema HD as well)
http://www.mpcclub.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=6362

Enjoy/
Hi-Jack

Discrete codews for SnaZio NetDVD Cinema HD (and Net Cinema HD as well)
http://www.mpcclub.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=6362

Enjoy/
Hi-Jack

Unfortunately these aren't the Discretes people are looking for. These can all be learned into a remote right from the Snazio remote itself.

what is wanted is individual codes for:

Power On
Power Off
TVMode 480i Component
TVMode 480p Component
TVMode 720p Component
etc
TVMode 480i DVI
TVMode 480p DVI
TVMode 720p DVI
etc

Zoom Full
Zoom Fit Screen
Zoom Square Pixel
etc
DVD mode 4:3
DVD mode Letter box
etc

Toggle codes like "Power", "Zoom" and "TVMode" don't lend themselves to macro automation since you need to know if you are already off or on or what resolution are you currently set to to be able to get to a different res.
These codes published are the ones for all of the Sigma based players - so it appears that the Snazio doesn't support discrete codes either.

This the full doc..
Dunno if it helps you :-) ( i'm not into discrete codes at all but i tried my best :-) )
Has some extra bits and bytes

http://www.mpcclub.com/modules/Club_Area/Documents/Net_Cinema_Remote_Control_Code.pdf

Great job, Hi-Jack! Unfortunately, I agree with Paul_PDX - the codes we are most interested in are the discrete Power On/Power Off codes and the discrete video mode codes. The ones you published are available to learn from the existing remote. Oh well, maybe Snazio didn't build those into this player :(

I currently have a Linkplayer2 - IO data, and I have been considering changing it to the Snazio for the DVI port.

As far as I understand, there is still a DVI BTB/WTW crunch problem, which should be resolved/minimized by a beta firmware - does anybody has that firmware yet ?

Also, I have a question on WMA Pro: Is it currently working on the Snazio player at all ? Are they promising the output via the 5.1 analog connectors ?

Hi guys,

Can somebody confirm please. Are these still the only video output options you guys have for the Snazio 1350.... Or are there some more?


http://img399.imageshack.us/img399/1103/snaziovideooutputoptions0ip.png

Cheers

I currently have a Linkplayer2 - IO data, and I have been considering changing it to the Snazio for the DVI port.

As far as I understand, there is still a DVI BTB/WTW crunch problem, which should be resolved/minimized by a beta firmware - does anybody has that firmware yet ?If you can wait a while longer for the Zensonic Z500, I can confirm this player outputs full 0-255 grey scale via it's digital output :)


Cheers

Hi; When is the Zensonic available due ? How will the WMA pro support be like ?

Hi; When is the Zensonic available due ? How will the WMA pro support be like ?This will depend on where you are in the world.... A few days ago Chuna reported the following on the Z500 forum
If you are in Australia and if HDMI certification all goes well then we go into mass production in the 3rd week in November and start shipping around December 9th. If you are outside Australia then its next year.EDIT: I forgot to mention.... Full WMA Pro (along with 6Ch AAC) audio is offered via the 6No RCA/phono analogue outputs.... with "ProLogic" style surround sound via the digital outputs at the same time!

And given that the Z500 does not have its hands tied by Syabas's middle-ware, it might also be possible for Zensonic to offer real-time "AC3 transcoding" of 6Ch WMA Pro and/or AAC streams in the future.... As well as a few other implementations I can't talk about just yet ;)

Cheers

Hi guys,

Can somebody confirm please. Are these still the only video output options you guys have for the Snazio 1350.... Or are there some more?


http://img399.imageshack.us/img399/1103/snaziovideooutputoptions0ip.png

Cheers

The latest firmware version added some to that list. For sure, I know that all HD modes were split into 50Hz versions and 60 Hz versions of each. I think more were added, but I can't remember which right now - maybe somebody here has the player handy and can check.

These are Hex codes of the IR codes that we all already have. They are not discrete codes. :(

I hope Snazio is working on adding them though. :confused:

Hi,

what are the alternatives to the included software?

I know so far:

Swisscenter
Twonkeyvision
Microsoft

Is there something else considerable?

Roland

Yes. Try WizD, my current favourite:
edit: AVS won't let me post a link, but Google for "wizd flipflop7146", it's the first hit.
Does some clever stuff so you can play a ripped DVD over LAN seamlessly (not just in 1GB chunks), and has some other niceties.

Maybe I am missign something here with all teh discussion of 1GB chunks but what I have been doing, is taking an img, loadign that image with alcohol 120%, taking that into dvdshrink and mkign one big vob file, there is an option to not break the vob files up. So are you talking about actually being able to navigate the dvd menu (IFO files) or just the VOB file? THanks

Maybe I am missign something here with all teh discussion of 1GB chunks but what I have been doing, is taking an img, loadign that image with alcohol 120%, taking that into dvdshrink and mkign one big vob file, there is an option to not break the vob files up. So are you talking about actually being able to navigate the dvd menu (IFO files) or just the VOB file? THanks

Wizd uses the IFO file to identify the separate video programs within the VOBs and the chapter marks. It shows you a list of each program with its time and size so you can easily spot the main movie (it does not show dvd menus that you can use). When you press play it lies to the sigma player and tells it that the file to be played is the total size of all of the vobs in the movie. As theplayer asks for more chunks of the movie it transparantly moves to the next vob so the player never has to pause asking for a new file.

MPC Club has announced that a new update is being released for the Snazio. They also give instructions to force the update if it doesn't show up as available on your player yet. If you want more details, go to www.mpcclub.com and check it out.

Thanks Hi-Jack!

This will depend on where you are in the world.... A few days ago Chuna reported the following on the Z500 forumEDIT: I forgot to mention.... Full WMA Pro (along with 6Ch AAC) audio is offered via the 6No RCA/phono analogue outputs.... with "ProLogic" style surround sound via the digital outputs at the same time!


What does this >>"ProLogic" style surround<< mean? :) It really sounds like some stereo mixdown souped up with some crappy 'multichannel emulation'... :D :D


And given that the Z500 does not have its hands tied by Syabas's middle-ware, it might also be possible for Zensonic to offer real-time "AC3 transcoding" of 6Ch WMA Pro and/or AAC streams in the future.... As well as a few other implementations I can't talk about just yet ;)

Cheers

How? Snazio and Zensonic use the same chip and IIRC it doesn't support such things... :confused:

What does this >>"Pro-Logic" style surround<< mean? :) It really sounds like some stereo mixdown souped up with some crappy 'multichannel emulation'... :D :D Essentially it sounds the same as Dolby Pro-Logic audio. Which I guess is the same you guys are obtaining now with your SnaZio, I-O DATA and Buffalo players.... I dropped the word "Dolby" because it's a registered trade mark ;)

How? Snazio and Zensonic use the same chip and IIRC it doesn't support such things... :confused: That's right, they do use the same chip-set....

However, the Zensonic Z500 does not run the Syabas middle-ware (that Sigma is so keen on shipping with its SDK's). Ultimately this makes the Z500 more flexible and more open to new implementations and/or suggestions from their customers!

And I'm happy to report developments are coming along rather well :)


Cheers

Just a quick note to let people know my Snazio arrived today and it ROCKS!! The DVI output to my Westinghouse 37" provides a drastic leap in quality over my last DVD player which was 480I via component. Thanks to everyone who has posted, your information is right on.

DRM is fixed but not fixed in this latest release.

I can now at least gain access to my DRM protected HD clips through WMC as it no longer says "Unauthorized" but the problem is that all of the DRM file only will play back for a few seconds and then the audio and video lock up.

Of course all the the non DRM files playback fine from start to finish.

Also the analog 5.1 outputs still do not work and down mix to the front left and right.

Closer but still not functional for true DRM WMHD content.

DRM is fixed but not fixed in this latest release.

I can now at least gain access to my DRM protected HD clips through WMC as it no longer says "Unauthorized" but the problem is that all of the DRM file only will play back for a few seconds and then the audio and video lock up......

Closer but still not functional for true DRM WMHD content.And if/when DRM access does get fixed.... DONT FORGET.... the chip-set only supports WMV9 video at a maximum pixel frame size of 1440x1080.


Cheers

And if/when DRM access does get fixed.... DONT FORGET.... the chip-set only supports WMV9 video at a maximum pixel frame size of 1440x1080.


Cheers

Since most of the 1080 stuff out there is that size (anamorphic), it's not a problem, I think, let alone the fact that most HDTVs are 720p native only.

Since most of the 1080 stuff out there is that size (anamorphic), it's not a problem, I think, let alone the fact that most HDTVs are 720p native only.Yes.... Thankfully most of the samples on Micro$oft's WMV HD Content Showcase web site are 1440x1080 (or less) anamorphic!

But..... don't go trying playing the Batman Begins DRM sample, as it's been encoded with 1920x816 pixels ;)


Cheers

For everybody who wants to update the firmware and can't find the help -I was one of them I posted several times and nobody helps me-

Here is how to update the unit with the new firmware:

-Make sure internet connection is working and the device is on LAN either wire or wireless
-Enter the URL which is mentioned bellow either by Pressing URL key from the Remote Control and type it, or the easy way; just add the URL to your windows favorite list and go to computer link on the Snazio main page click on it go to Internet click on the link and look for file : 10-09-050920-01-VNE-257-000 which is the latest update, press enter on the remote ctrl and voila. It takes a few minutes to complete; After that, it will reboot. the picture may start shaking while the unit in the update process just don't worry about it.
After reboot, the update process is completed, if you got a blank screen after the reboot keep pressing TV MODE button on the rem ctrl until you get the picture quality desired.
NOTE: To confirm that the update is done properly with the above mentioned firmware version, please Press "Setup" button on the remote control and look at the left bottom side to check for the firmware version as explained above

URL: http://www.snazzi.com/support/download/netcinema/update_1350.htm

I have been able to overcome my intitial diffculties learning to operate the Snazio and now feel comfortable with it. I ran into the network problem where the machine gets stuck trying to autonegotiate after you turn it on. Power cycling a few times makes it go away. The only complaint I have is that when I turn it on, I have to press TV MODE on the remote ten times to get to to do DVI 1080I. It should save that setting and doesn't seem to. It's annoying, but I'm sure it will be fixed in a future firmware update.

The picture quality over DVI to my Westinghouse 37" 1080P panel is amazing. Even though it doesn't pass blacker than black yet, the image quality in terms of blacks is better than my HDTivo. (The HDTivo outputs HDMI which has a different black level from DVI, so the blacks aren't quite all the way black.)

As a point of reference, I had the brightness on my panel set to 44 for hdtivo, and 55 seems appropriate for the Snazio based on THX optimizer results. Contrast on the hdtivo was 69, on the Snazio 63 seemed more like it. It also allowed me to turn the back light way down and still keep decent blacks and whites.


I am using the NSLU2 running twonkyvision and wizd to serve the Snazio and it works great. Looking at pictures from my digital camera on the LCD screen is fantastic, streaming video seems fine, as does audio.

In short, after having it for two days, I feel like it is a fantastic bargain, and am very happy with it. Other than looking at photos, I haven't tried the hidef part of it yet. I have a feeling I have a lot to look forward to with this product.

I have had it with the Snazzio and am about to throw it out. When I first got it the Disc draw would partially open then close. Also at the same time the front LCD display screen died and would only display garbage.

Sent it back got it fixed. Now the LCD display has once again died. Each time I have to pay to send the unit back for warantee repair.

Secondly the wired LAN is flacky. After much mucking around I finally got it working with my ASUS A8N- Premium motherboard. But it would keep losing connection after a few minutes playing a movie and start buffering. So fine I thought maybe it is the motherboard that doesn't like the Snazzio so I tried coming out of my Billion ADSL modem. Same problem. Checked the firewalls and even turn them off and it still continues to drop out. Also it takes a while for the Snazzio to find the computer. I tried to do a firmware update but it won't load up any webpages even when it is connected and working :(

Entered in the IP address manually ino the Snazzio and the problem still exists.

I have heard about the SZ1350 having a flacky LAN port and you have to pull it out and turn it off and on a few times. Tried that but to no avail. Also read about the SZ1350 having heat related problems which could cause these problems. Well I have the Snazzio on top of my Denon DVD-3910 in an open rack and the unit doesn't even feel hot.

Throw in the lack of black levels and *color* on the DVI to my Marantz S3 and I am ready to get rid of it and purchase the Zensonic Z500. Problem is the Zensonic keep getting pushed back until the HDMI output has been approved. I am in the same city that the Zensonic HQ is so I can get when it is released but who knows when that will be.

Update-

Just saw this-

If its any consolation mass production is slated for end of Nov and we are air freighting the units in and expecting to ship before December 12th. Again if something beyond our control happens like for example if HDMI testing fails then that date will slip.


So I have to wait until then as there are no real alternatives and pick up the Zensonic to tie me over until HD-DVD or Blu-Ray comes out first in 1Q 2006.

I have purchased a LaCie usb-harddisk to play files from it on my Snazio.
But if I play very high quality .TS material, my projector and the Snazio start to resync every 2 minutes.
Besides this problem the Snazio also shows 'buffering 2%' sometimes and then completely halts. I have to restart the Snazio to play again.

Both issues didn't occur when I played the same files from the dvd-drive (exept for the stuttering in beginning of the files ofcourse).

What could be causing these stated problems?

Hi-Jack, is there any update on Homeplug yet? Also do you know if there would be anyway to use it to send tv over it from a scart socket?

Thanks,

Steve

I have had it with the Snazzio and am about to throw it out. When I first got it the Disc draw would partially open then close. Also at the same time the front LCD display screen died and would only display garbage.


Return it.


Sent it back got it fixed. Now the LCD display has once again died. Each time I have to pay to send the unit back for warantee repair.


That's very weird - you're the only one here with LCD problem yet yours constantly gets screwed... after the the 3rd occasion you should start thinging about what you're doing to the unit...
;)

Secondly the wired LAN is flacky. After much mucking around I finally got it working with my ASUS A8N- Premium motherboard. But it would keep losing connection after a few minutes playing a movie and start buffering. So fine I thought maybe it is the motherboard that doesn't like the Snazzio so I tried coming out of my Billion ADSL modem. Same problem. Checked the firewalls and even turn them off and it still continues to drop out. Also it takes a while for the Snazzio to find the computer. I tried to do a firmware update but it won't load up any webpages even when it is connected and working :(


This is kinda weird because the wired is the one which works fine for everybody - and BTW did you read my notice about different onboard and add-on eth ports? :)


Entered in the IP address manually ino the Snazzio and the problem still exists.


Again: I saw this only once when I used my USB Linksys 100Mbit for testing - I monitored on the machine and utilization was around 10Mbit or less, so this isn't Snazio but the the 'flaky Windows' (drivers).


I have heard about the SZ1350 having a flacky LAN port and you have to pull it out and turn it off and on a few times.
I never head any problem like that nor heard about it.


Tried that but to no avail. Also read about the SZ1350 having heat related problems which could cause these problems. Well I have the Snazzio on top of my Denon DVD-3910 in an open rack and the unit doesn't even feel hot.


Where do you "hear" these rumours? Mine used to be on top of my Dish 6000U and it was pretty hot yet everything including network always worked fine.


Throw in the lack of black levels and *color* on the DVI to my Marantz S3 and I am ready to get rid of it and purchase the Zensonic Z500. Problem is the Zensonic keep getting pushed back until the HDMI output has been approved. I am in the same city that the Zensonic HQ is so I can get when it is released but who knows when that will be.


Update-

Just saw this-




So I have to wait until then as there are no real alternatives and pick up the Zensonic to tie me over until HD-DVD or Blu-Ray comes out first in 1Q 2006.


Or perhaps you need to look into the network problem again? Your problem is clearly way out of the average hassles. Instead of this dark mood ;) let's try to fix it: how much is your network utilization when you are connected to your machine?

I have purchased a LaCie usb-harddisk to play files from it on my Snazio.
But if I play very high quality .TS material, my projector and the Snazio start to resync every 2 minutes.
Besides this problem the Snazio also shows 'buffering 2%' sometimes and then completely halts. I have to restart the Snazio to play again.

Both issues didn't occur when I played the same files from the dvd-drive (exept for the stuttering in beginning of the files ofcourse).

What could be causing these stated problems?

That's unusual: I played back both TS and WMVHD from my 1 gig USB key including HDV (25Mbit) and it was working fine.

Anyone have problems with the front controls not working? My buttons have not worked since I got the unit but I thought it might be something with the firmware. I have since updated to the latest release and they still do not funtion. Not that I would ever use them but I just thought it strange that they do not work? Pehaps the connector fell off during shipping?

Return it.

Would love to but the retailer will only do a warantee repair which I am afraid will fix the problem for about a week before the display goes again.

That's very weird - you're the only one here with LCD problem yet yours constantly gets screwed... after the the 3rd occasion you should start thinging about what you're doing to the unit...

Excuse me? What could I possibly be doing that would cause this to happen? The unit is on an open shelf and there is nothing sitting on top of it. I am not throwing the unit around or missusing it to cause this problem. Also I am not the only one whom has had this problem (half way down) 2 people have had the same problem-

http://www.mpcclub.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=6371


This is kinda weird because the wired is the one which works fine for everybody - and BTW did you read my notice about different onboard and add-on eth ports? :)

The 1st part of your response is incorrect. See here-

http://www.mpcclub.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=5646

As to the 2nd part ref. your notice, no I have not read it.

Again: I saw this only once when I used my USB Linksys 100Mbit for testing - I monitored on the machine and utilization was around 10Mbit or less, so this isn't Snazio but the the 'flaky Windows' (drivers).

Possibly could be but my Network utilisation is low i.e 12% with the Snazzio connected.

I never head any problem like that nor heard about it.

Again I point you to this post-

http://www.mpcclub.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=5646

Or perhaps you need to look into the network problem again? Your problem is clearly way out of the average hassles. Instead of this dark mood ;) let's try to fix it: how much is your network utilization when you are connected to your machine?

My Dark mood???? If you had this many problems with a product that you have invested $600 AUS into you wouldn't be happy either :mad:

Spizz, definately sounds like you've got some issues with your unit there. I would suggest you send it back for a warranty repair and also email Snazio support to make them aware.
I have had my unit for 2-3 months now and have had none of these issues.

That's unusual: I played back both TS and WMVHD from my 1 gig USB key including HDV (25Mbit) and it was working fine.

Hi T2K,

Thnx for the response. If you think it is unusual, please look at this:
USB-harddisk trouble (http://www.mpcclub.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=6433)

My projector, an Optoma H78DC3 can be calibrated on videolevels and pclevels.
It is IFS calibrated in combination with my dvdplayer on videolevels via DVI.

If I want to calibrate my projector on the Snazio via DVI, there seems to be no way I can get contrast and brightness correct on videolevels. They are very far off.
When I switch to pc-levels, I can calibrate contrast and brightness significantly better, but not completely right.

So can I conclude that the Snazio only outputs pc-levels via DVI??

How come i have a deja vu on this one :-)
A FW which fixes this (far off settings) is being prepared.

For those that dont read mpc, the Mac OS 10.4.3 update breaks the snazio server software so dont update if you use the software.

LCD Displays Snazio:
Unfortunately it does happen to several units.
We have arranged with MPC Partners to send out displays to users for
replacement without loosing their warranty for a few cases (3 reported on 100
units) and have discussed the issue with Snazio* which on their turnm will discuss
with the manufacturar (Akai is making these units). If you bought it from a non
MPC Partner, i can only imagine it will cost money to ship back the player back and
forth :-(

Mac Software:
We sent the reports to Snazio* and we expect something in return soon.
in the mean time, Mac Users are adviced not to update.

BTB and WTW Issue:
After careful tests with brightness/Contrast/Saturation the people testing with
MPC have found a great improvement is made but yet, the issue is not completely
gone but not that big of a problem anymore. We urged Snazio* to look at the
overscan issue as well and hopefully we can soon classify these issues.
Interesting in joining MPC Snazio test team, mail me at admin ad mpcclub dot com.
4 spots available :-)

For Hi-Jack...
Where do I keep finding time to do all this stuff i'm doing? :-)

For Moderators:
Am I eligeable for free Club Access yet? :-)

Enjoy/
Hi-Jack

i just got my 2nd player i have problem with the old one It hang and frozen the picture over and over many time .
We got kind of good service in thailand under warrenty the shop just change the new player. i cant wait till i get my hometown to play HD movies from PC.

Question about wireless internet via the Snazio.

My wireless router/modem is set to DHCP.

I have set IP Config to Automatic
I have set WIFI Setup to:
Preferred: Wireless
Available: 'the name of my network'
SSID: 'the correct SSID name'
Connection: Infrastructure

Result: Connection GOOD

I have installed Snazzi NetCinema on my Desktop and my laptop and they show up correctly at the Login page, each with its correct IP address and with a different port number. But sometimes the icons are grey, sometimes they are blue (and sometimes with the green home icon). The strange thing is that I cannot connect to them at all, and as a result I cannot connect to the internet :confused:

Why is that? Am I missing something or using an incorrect setting? Should I set IP Config manually? :(

Plz help me out!!

Allready found the solution. I had to register manually in my router :p

Hi guys,

Can somebody confirm please. Are these still the only video output options you guys have for the Snazio 1350.... Or are there some more?


http://img399.imageshack.us/img399/1103/snaziovideooutputoptions0ip.png

CheersThe MPC review (http://www.mpcclub.com/modules/Reviews/reviews/Review_Snazio_Net_DVD_Cinema_HD.pdf) says "The Video Setting is extended in options. The list of possible settings is long. There's a few more for Plasma besides the ones listed in the picture, 1280*766, 1280*1024 and 1366*768."

Why playing slideshow via the network looks weared and have a lot of pixelisation, while playing them from the unit's DVD drive looks very sharp, Is there a compression factor here? if I confirm that snazio affect the picture quality over the network, then I have to sell it and get a good video card instead; with DVI out, or I just buy a similar player that can play slide show from USB devise or the DVD drive, because using USB device or DVD drive to watch photos or play music is pain in the ass, you got a list of 2500 files and you don't know what to choose.

Why playing slideshow via the network looks weared and have a lot of pixelisation, while playing them from the unit's DVD drive looks very sharp, Is there a compression factor here?

Thats odd. I havent experienced this. My pics look very sharp via network.

Thats odd. I havent experienced this. My pics look very sharp via network.

I'm not saying that the picture doesn't look good via the network but when you take the same file and burn it into DVD or CD and play it from the DVD drive you will notice the diffrence.

There are some folders to store smaller images created by Snazio software under program files. Check those folders and see rather snazio does create new images with compression which would clarify what's happenning with you...

Surely if it does, it can be disabled somewhere in the picture options.
I have not experienced this but i assume it depends of the source files and some settings.

Hello,

Could someone please help me out? I have a Loewe Articos and the only free HD-input is the VGA input. I see this player has a DVI-I output, so with a cheap adapter this can be hooked into my VGA input. Does anyone know if this unit correctly displays 1080i through the VGA output?

Also, I got to about page 6 of this thread and didn't have time to finish it all, so sorry if this has already been answered...does the firmware update allow playback of DVD's in 1080i? If not (once again, sorry if this was already answered), does it played copied DVD's in 1080i? This way I could rip one of my DVD's (legally purchased) to DVD+RW to be able to play it.

How about any hacks for the unit?

I currently use an XBOX with XBMC and it upscales EVERYTHING to 1080i and does an incredable job....the only problem is that it doesn't play WMVHD and DIVXHD.

Thanks again!

Does anyone know if this unit correctly displays 1080i through the VGA output? If you type VGA into the "Search this Thread" option you'll find the following: -

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/search.php?searchid=1046225


Cheers

Thanks, but the person in that post said he hooked the VGA cable into his "Crystalio scaler". That means VGA output works, but at what resolution? You can put anything into a scaler and have it output at whatever resolution you the scaler to.

I'm just assuming that you set the player to "DVI 1080i" and just use the VGA adaper, but I want to make 100% sure before buying one.

Also, how does everyone think this player compared to the Zensonic Z500 and the JVC SRDVD-100u? I'm not sure which would be the best player to buy, if any.

Thanks, but the person in that post said he hooked the VGA cable into his "Crystalio scaler". That means VGA output works, but at what resolution? You can put anything into a scaler and have it output at whatever resolution you the scaler to.

I'm just assuming that you set the player to "DVI 1080i" and just use the VGA adaper, but I want to make 100% sure before buying one.

You can make the player region free and CSS free (enables DVD up to 1080i over DVI) with the codes i released a couple weeks ago. I don't see why a VGA should be a problem...

Also, how does everyone think this player compared to the Zensonic Z500 and the JVC SRDVD-100u? I'm not sure which would be the best player to buy, if any.

No one could compare as they will become available in 2006.
Quality on Zensonic will be better, integration with iTunes and ability to use DVI 1080i is another concern...

Thanks for your reply Hi-Jack!!!

Looks like I'll be buying one of these. Can anyone point me to place I can get it? I live in the New York area of the US.

No one could compare as they will become available in 2006.
Quality on Zensonic will be better, integration with iTunes and ability to use DVI 1080i is another concern...

The JVC is shipping for the last week-- limited comments have been showing in the IODATA forum and in the Digital Media Players section here on AVSFORUM.

Also, how does everyone think this player compared to the Zensonic Z500 and the JVC SRDVD-100u? I'm not sure which would be the best player to buy, if any.Personally speaking, I would not go for the JVC player!

It does not appear to have been fitted with 6Ch RCA/phono analogue audio outputs.... So you will not be able to hear files containing 6Ch AAC or 6Ch WMA Pro audio correctly....

I would either go with the SnaZio SZ1350 or wait for the Zensonic Z500.

EDIT: The Zensonic will have a few tricks up its sleeve.... because it's not reliant on Sigma's Syabas middle-ware/SDK ;)


Cheers

...I just found another one. The Momitsu v880n. Has anyone heard or seen this? I wonder how it compares.

I just thought of something.

How does the Net DVD Cinema HD sort mp3's?

Non of my 22GIG's of mp3's are tagged correctly, so I would need to sort by filename not tag. I know I should get around to re-tagging everything, but that would take weeks! Thanks again for everyone's insight.

That player does not support native playback of high-def encoded files.... It offers up-scaling of std-def content to high-def pixel frame sizes!

It's a nice enough player... but not in anything like the same league

That player does not support native playback of high-def encoded files.... It offers up-scaling of std-def content to high-def pixel frame sizes!

It's a nice enough player... but not in anything like the same league


Thanks!! Well, it's quickly looking like the two best are the Net DVD Cinema HD and the Z500. I'm going to try the Net DVD Cinema HD, cause of my VGA input issue...as long as the player allows for filename sorting.

Thanks!! Well, it's quickly looking like the two best are the Net DVD Cinema HD and the Z500. I'm going to try the Net DVD Cinema HD, cause of my VGA input issue...as long as the player allows for filename sorting.If you find the SnaZio can't pass the required analogue (VGA) video signals from its DVI output.... There are always some little component-to-VGA black-boxes you can try.... which will open up your eventual player choices again ;)


Cheers and good luck

That player does not support native playback of high-def encoded files.... It offers up-scaling of std-def content to high-def pixel frame sizes!

It's a nice enough player... but not in anything like the same league

I had Momitsu V880 (non-networked one) for years but I cannot recall: doesn't it play DivxHD, just not WMVHD...? :confused:

As far as I'm aware, the Momitsu V880 (http://www.momitsu.com/dvd_880.html) uses the Sigma Designs EM8500. The Momitsu V880N (http://www.momitsu.com/dvd_880n.html) uses the same chip-set, but has additional features.

The Sigma EM8500 series chip-sets are only capable of supporting std-def file decoding in hardware.... Dunno what the server software can offer though!

Both players do offer... and I quote: "High-Definition Progressive Scan video output" .... ie: they up-scale ;)


Cheers

There are some folders to store smaller images created by Snazio software under program files. Check those folders and see rather snazio does create new images with compression which would clarify what's happenning with you...

Surely if it does, it can be disabled somewhere in the picture options.
I have not experienced this but i assume it depends of the source files and some settings.


I checked all Snazio folders none of them contain my pictures, all of them are stored in a special folder holds my name+pictures and has more than 500 photos and the path displayed on the Snazio screen points to that folder not to one of the Snazio folders, May be it depend of picture size, my photos are arround 1700x2500 of resolution, So Snazio compress the files to stream photos and video flowlessly because the HD videos too looks different. the same HD .ts file played from my computer and from a disc in the player itself shows a huge diffrence of quality. Now I believe the network is good for sharing files but not for displaying a good picture quality. I suggest poeple do tests like I did to see the diffrence

Hi

may I ask a couple of question here, please?
I am looking for a network player with attachable network storage (can work "wired" or wireless, dont mind), so I don't have to switch on my computer all the time.
I am planning to rip all my CDs in WAV or FLAC or another lossless format, store them on a network HD and play them back using some device like the SNAZIO and feeding its digital output to a Studio-quality DAC (RME Fireface).

What I need, though, is a player, that has a "mediacenter-like" interface. Nothing would be worse than browsing through folders to find the desired "CDs", having to guess, what trunkated filenames mean etc. I should be able to use search functions, browse artists etc.

As far as I understood the SNAZIO, it offers "folderbrowsing" with attached HDs, but also offers some sort of Software with a better interface (that runs on your home PC or Snazios own NAS-device).

- Do you know of any affordable solution other then Snazios own, expensive NAS, that would hold Snazios software (or any other software, that works with this player), be it in Windows or Linux format and is easily configurable?

- Since I plan to rip over 400 CDs, I need space... Some external HD-devices, that I have seen (I live in Germany) are connected via LAN and do offer additional USB 2.0 inputs to connect additional USB-HDs (that way, I could get about 400 - 800 additional GB storage space, which should be fine. Is that a possible solution for me or am I thinking in a wrong direction here?

- additionally, I want to use the HDTV capabilities of the SNAZIO with my SANYO Z4 projector. I do have an Oppo 971H upscaling player, but no way of playing back WMV-HD, H.264 or DIVX-HD material. I could live with waiting for HD-DVD / Blu-Ray players, if there is another player, that perfectly does the required Audio-job described above. But if the Snazio would do that job perfectly, then of course I would gladly use its HDTV capabilities....

I would be happy, if some of you Snazio experienced users could point out a working solution for me, that is available in Europe (Software, storage devices etc.). Please bear in mind, that the solution has to work WITHOUT my main computer switched on... I only want to use my computer to rip & store the music / videos / files to the Network storage device.

Thanks
Joerg

Hi

may I ask a couple of question here, please?
I am looking for a network player with attachable network storage (can work "wired" or wireless, dont mind), so I don't have to switch on my computer all the time.
I am planning to rip all my CDs in WAV or FLAC or another lossless format, store them on a network HD and play them back using some device like the SNAZIO and feeding its digital output to a Studio-quality DAC (RME Fireface).

What I need, though, is a player, that has a "mediacenter-like" interface. Nothing would be worse than browsing through folders to find the desired "CDs", having to guess, what trunkated filenames mean etc. I should be able to use search functions, browse artists etc.

As far as I understood the SNAZIO, it offers "folderbrowsing" with attached HDs, but also offers some sort of Software with a better interface (that runs on your home PC or Snazios own NAS-device).

- Do you know of any affordable solution other then Snazios own, expensive NAS, that would hold Snazios software (or any other software, that works with this player), be it in Windows or Linux format and is easily configurable?

- Since I plan to rip over 400 CDs, I need space... Some external HD-devices, that I have seen (I live in Germany) are connected via LAN and do offer additional USB 2.0 inputs to connect additional USB-HDs (that way, I could get about 400 - 800 additional GB storage space, which should be fine. Is that a possible solution for me or am I thinking in a wrong direction here?

- additionally, I want to use the HDTV capabilities of the SNAZIO with my SANYO Z4 projector. I do have an Oppo 971H upscaling player, but no way of playing back WMV-HD, H.264 or DIVX-HD material. I could live with waiting for HD-DVD / Blu-Ray players, if there is another player, that perfectly does the required Audio-job described above. But if the Snazio would do that job perfectly, then of course I would gladly use its HDTV capabilities....

I would be happy, if some of you Snazio experienced users could point out a working solution for me, that is available in Europe (Software, storage devices etc.). Please bear in mind, that the solution has to work WITHOUT my main computer switched on... I only want to use my computer to rip & store the music / videos / files to the Network storage device.

Thanks
Joerg

I bought SZ1350 for the same raisons that you described above, but I'm facing some problems that you are aware of, Snazio doesn't allow you to browse music, photo or videos by artist, album or whatever from an external USB device or its DVD drive. it doesn't even allow a continuos play for music and videos or slide show for photos. So using the computer is a must. Speaking of computer and network, the Snazio software inside the computer affect the picture quality over the network it reduces its quality to be able to play it flawlesly.
I will post a screen shots of a small square from the same frame played from Snazio drive and played again from the computer hard drive, it's a huge diffrence.
I hope I've cleared part of your concerns.

How to get Batman Begins to play in the tray?

Have the latest firmware and the Press SLW/FWD 1212 still works

But I have tried both press 1 to disable it (or 0 to enable) and with it disabled I get the region message.

Had to go back to the V880N to watch the movie.

Whats the trick here?

I bought SZ1350 for the same raisons that you described above, but I'm facing some problems that you are aware of, Snazio doesn't allow you to browse music, photo or videos by artist, album or whatever from an external USB device or its DVD drive. it doesn't even allow a continuos play for music and videos or slide show for photos. So using the computer is a must. Speaking of computer and network, the Snazio software inside the computer affect the picture quality over the network it reduces its quality to be able to play it flawlesly.
I will post a screen shots of a small square from the same frame played from Snazio drive and played again from the computer hard drive, it's a huge diffrence.
I hope I've cleared part of your concerns.

Are you high?

Let's clear up some things...
Momitsu V880N is based on Sigma 8550 chip while the normal p^layer is based
on 8500 (V880) and fall under the first generation class. The strong points on
Momitsu is it's Up Scaling to 1080i, region free from factory and the fact there's no
protection enabled. (CSS/MacroVision).

Compared to Snazio* NetDVD Cinema HD, the Momitsu falls under category.
Don't compare a sportsplane with a boeiing :-)

The Snazio player handles files like any other player. No divx dvd player can
categorise videos, music and pictures with many options. In case of used with
KISS or Syabas loaded players, you can use www.ezlinkng.com as software which
has a lot of filters and VROTF (Video Recoding On The Fly) for unsupported
formats.

Continuous play is deffinately supported, there's a difference in pressing PLAY
and ENTER so try both. You also have the options at the left side (Random,
Repeat) and on the remote.

The Fact the pictures are show in less Quality has something to do with options
to compress images within the Snazio software so that's no arguement to state
the player does a bad job, it's the software and i'm sure it can be changed
somehow...

I must remind myself that i'm on a US forum here :-)
JVC and Avel Linkplayer are very decent ones bit the one looking most promising
for the near future is the Zensonic indeed because it is completely inhouse
developed and has the scene helping on many aspects, in fact, people from AVS
are involved which should deliver something back, right? :-)

I keep my opinion that fittin the HDCP ship will limit some people without HDCP
capable TV (you won't be able to use HDMI if your tv does not have the HDCP
chip) is not my favor right now in general but then again, there's other
connections that offer enough options...

As long as Znsonic ain't there, Snazio is the best in my opinion (except some QC
issues) and most moving brand to get things fixed/sorted with the scene... KiSS
DP-600 is on the way, also completely inhouse developed and hopefully this time,
they got it right from the beginning. (Also HDCP on HDMI)

Enjoy
Hi-Jack

Let’s also clear up....

For CRT (or analog display users) who mostly care about DVD playback looking it finest on a large displays, our options are limited.

The V880N and Snazio both have VGA outputs (via DVI-I) and scale up to 720P (most CRT FP favorite) and 1080i.

The V880N has custom VGA resolution and can do 72Hz refresh were, currently the Snazio can not.

I am going to compare both player, for DVD playback side by side for those just looking for a up-scaling DVD player for their analog displays.

If you are looking for HD playback and have a analog display then currently the Snazio is the only one on the market that has a VGA output via an DVI-I connector. There are some others that can do component up-scaling also but for us that only have VGA, this would seem to be the player to have.

I have not researched into the upcoming players but I think they have HDMI but not DVI-I so I do not think they will help those of use with CRT FP looking for the best of the best. Again I have not looked into them to deeply so please correct me if I am mistaken.

Now, back to the question on hand.

Does anyone know of a way to get the Snazio to playback certain DVD's like the Batman begins DVD or will I have to rip it to the servers hard drive?

I assume you mean Batman in WMV with DRM protection?
No go on the player straight. (Or is it normal DVD HD or SD?)

Thaks everyone for all your replies...all of my questions have been totally answered execpt one:

When can people in the US get the player? I didn't see any place for people in the US to get it on their website (although maybe I'm just not looking in the right place). I've also tried froogle.com and basic google searches.

Thanks again.

How to get Batman Begins to play in the tray?Even if/when the SnaZio gets DRM support, you wont be able to play the 1080p version of the Batman Begins trailer because it contains 1920x816 pixels.... and the chip-set only supports WMV9 pixel frames up to 1440 pixels wide x 1080 high ;)

No, I mean just the DVD itself.

Wel, if the dvd is in 1080p it won't play indeed.
Up to 1080i won't be an issue.

Enjoy

I know this might be a stupid question, but wouldn't the DVD player automatically be able to de-scale it to 1080i? I have my computer's resolution set to 1280x768 and I can still play 1080p movies on it.

I know this might be a stupid question, but wouldn't the DVD player automatically be able to de-scale it to 1080i? I have my computer's resolution set to 1280x768 and I can still play 1080p movies on it.

The Snazio doesn't accept 1080P as input

The standard commercial Batman Begins DVD should play just fine. I have it at home, but haven't tried playing it yet. If you get a region error, than maybe you bought a copy that was meant for another country? You can set the player to region-free uising previously-mentioned hacks.

If it is a WMV-HD disk with 1080p resolution format, the above are coorect - this player will not be able to play this.

I am a bit confused, I have the Batman Begins 1080P trailer and while there is no sound on it, I can definatly play it no problem. I seem to be the minority in this, and I wonder why? I do think others have played it also, but all I did was download, play a few seconds from PC then go to snazio and play from tehre with WMC. Plays fine and looks nice. Anyone have some insight on this?

Streaming the Sample from WMC to Snazio is different then loading it from DVD.
Just my 2cents :-)

Hi-Jack is correct Rob....

Sounds like your PC is transcoding the Batman WMV file and then serving your SnaZio with the decoded stream/images. By-the-way, I would have thought it should be also possible for you to transcode the WMA audio stream to say an AC3 stream too!

Sigma's EM8620L chip-set is able to hardware decode WMV9 streams... but sadly has its limitations.... Which is one of the reasons why I prefer to generate my encodes in MPEG-4 ;)


Cheers

sorry I mis-understoodf I guess, I thought people were saying they could not play the BB WMV, thinking they were streaming it. But Seemore, how can the Snazio transcodfe the audio? I thought this was a limitation of the Snazio server software/SZ130 firmware, but I think Snazio is working on this because I beleive the LP2 can do this. But I could be wrong again >;)

sorry I mis-understoodf I guess, I thought people were saying they could not play the BB WMV, thinking they were streaming it. But Seemore, how can the Snazio transcodfe the audio? I thought this was a limitation of the Snazio server software/SZ130 firmware, but I think Snazio is working on this because I beleive the LP2 can do this. But I could be wrong again >;)I can't help you with this I'm afraid because I don't know the in and outs of the SnaZio's server software....

All I know is that it "should" be possible, because software apps such as AC3 filter can do it.....

By the way, have you checked to see if anything can be heard out of the 6Ch RCA/Phono outputs ;)


Cheers

It is the standard 480i region-1 disc I am trying to play.

I only know of "Press SLW/FWD 1212" with 0 or 1.

Is there another trick I missed?

THe other hack is slow/fwd 4646 0 or 1
I believe this is the region hack. But I have the BB disc and it plays fine on mine. even if I am set to region 1.

HAve oyu played any other DVD's on your SZ1350 yet? If not then it is a good chance the region mode is set wrong.

Let us know

THe other hack is slow/fwd 4646 0 or 1

'0' is "Region-Free"
'1' is "Region 1"
'2' is "Region 2"
etc.

Thaks everyone for all your replies...all of my questions have been totally answered execpt one:

When can people in the US get the player? I didn't see any place for people in the US to get it on their website (although maybe I'm just not looking in the right place). I've also tried froogle.com and basic google searches.

Thanks again.

I live in the US, I ordered mine from http://www.snazzishop.com and got shipped to me from Singapore to California via Fedex Air for $25, but be aware, Fedex may ask you to pay additional $20, right now I don't know what's for but I refused to pay it, so they had to waive it.

...Fedex may ask you to pay additional $20, right now I don't know what's for but I refused to pay it, so they had to waive it.


HAHA - I keep getting the same notice from FedEx, but they can lick my crack - I'm not paying them extra for delaying my 2-day shipment for almost 2 weeks!

Actually the extra 20 bucks is import tax...
It's a customs issue :-)

Has anyone had any luck playing windows media audio lossless files made with Windows Media Player 9 or 10?

Has anyone had any luck playing windows media audio lossless files made with Windows Media Player 9 or 10?I might be wrong but I don't think the chip-sets architecture supports WMA Lossless.


Cheers

4646..

Thank you all for that one... I must have missed it somewere along the line... now my DVD's play again, I guess it got reset when I updated the firmware as I know my disc's used to play.

Now I can do a A/B comparison of the Snazio and the Momistu V880N.... just of standard DVD playback of course.

I take it the Snazio can not pass blacker then black?

It does fine over component, but not out of the DVI.

I take it the Snazio can not pass blacker then black?

Not currently apparently - but there is discussion of a firmware update that will rectify this. I think SeeMore knows more about this?

I think i know more of it :-)

We reported the results of some tests last week to Snazio* and hope they implement it within the next 14 days in a new release, together with some other fixes...

Enjoy/
Hi-Jack

I think i know more of it :-)This is most true ;)

I'll be as happy as you guys, once the grey scale issue via DVI is sorted out....


Cheers

Just a humble request - can't any kind soul owning one of these machines burn a DivXtest v2 test CD and fill out the v2 form for the Snazio player? :)

EDIT... som anti-link system here... ;) oh well, it's weeweeweedivxtestcommercial

I live in the US, I ordered mine from http://www.snazzishop.com and got shipped to me from Singapore to California via Fedex Air for $25, but be aware, Fedex may ask you to pay additional $20, right now I don't know what's for but I refused to pay it, so they had to waive it.

I ordered mine on Sunday night. I received an emil saying it would arrive on Friday. I'm away on business now and won't return until Sunday night, but I'd be SHOCKED to actually see it by my front door. Anyone who's delt with customs before knows how much they suck!! I'll try the unit as soon as I get home and I'll post as soon as I do. Thanks again everyone for your help.

Just a quick note to let people know I had no problems with Fed Ex or customs, so you may get lucky.

I initially had some problems with the player and now realize they were due to me placing the unit UNDER my HD Tivo. I switched it to on top of the HD Tivo, and now its fine. I'm not sure if the issue was heat or RF interference, or just bad luck, but no more lockups anymore. In addition, the problem of not being able to save the right DVI mode was my own stupidity. I had it set to 1080I component, and kept saving that over and over

The player is doing everything I want perfectly. I have hit some stuttering testing WMVHD, but am not convinced the player is at fault yet. My PC is too slow to play the same files.
(3 GHz AMD XP, 333MHZ FSB, Radeon 9800 8X AGP)

I'm looking forward to the forthcoming black level patch...