The Digital Streamer That Is More Advanced

The A200 lets users stream content found on a wide array of devices, whether we're talking about computers, NAS units, USB flash drives, and much more. It supports several media server options (myiHome, myiHomeLite, myiHomeMS UPnP, MSP Portal), third-party media servers such as WizD, SwissCenter, Llink, GB-PVR, and also incorporates a BitTorrent P2P client and Usenet downloader, the download clients will only work with an internal hard drive installed. An internal bay supports both 2.5- and 3.5-inch SATA hard drives.

The Popcorn Hour also provides extensive file type and codec compatibility (see the tech spec at the bottom of this page). The A200 plays the most important file types including MPEG1/2/4 Elementary (M1V, M2V, M4V), MPEG1/2 PS (M2P, MPG, DAT, VOB), MPEG2 Transport Stream (TS, TP, TRP, M2T, M2TS, MTS), AVI, ASF, WMV and Matroska (MKV), while audio supports includes AAC, M4A, MPEG audio (MP1, MP2, MP3, MPA), WAV, WMA, FLAC and OGG.
The Popcorn Hour also makes it easy to download and stream content directly from popular Internet sites like Videocast, CNET TV, CBS/CNN channels and dozens of other online content sites*.

The A200 has one of the latest chipsets available, so it is fast! It also comes with a Gigabit network port - of course you don’t need Gigabit speeds for streaming HD content, 100Mbps is fine, so you don’t need to rush out and buy a new switch.
One good thing about the Gigabit port is if you choose to keep your content on an internal hard drive then it will make transferring files to the A200 a lot quicker but we suggest you stream from a PC or NAS as hard drives in media players can cause extra noise that is often unwelcome in a front room.

For more information on media players please see our guide.
For new firmware keep an eye on our blog.
Release Date : 24 February 2010  
Firmware Version : 02-02-100208-19-POP-411 Download

Expand Your Possibilities

Add an optional hard drive to the Popcorn Hour's standard expansion slot to open up a host of additional features and options:

• Create a central library of all your movies and video files, ready to play on your TV at any time.
• Easily share media with friends and family-with a hard drive the Popcorn Hour can act as a file server to share files over the local area network.

Digital Entertainment Your Way

Popcorn Hour's interface uses familiar HTML features and navigation prompts, so first-time users can quickly get up to speed on even the most advanced features. The standard remote control supports playback modes, such as play/pause and trickmodes, as well as simultaneous display of images and playback of audio tracks.

Features

• Organize your media library with the myiHome Media Server streaming video utility.
• Play the majority of digital media files on your TV. (Refer to the list of supported codecs below)
• Supports the most advanced high-def video and audio standards, including MKV HD and Dolby
• Newer and faster processor for increased performance in all areas

A-200 Technical Specifications
Connectivity

Chipset

Sigma Designs SMP8643, 667MHz CPU with floating point coprocessor.

Memory

512MB DDR2 DRAM, 256MB NAND Flash

Audio/Video Outputs

HDMI v1.3a, 36bpp deep color, 12-bit xvYCC processing and HDCP 1.2 content protection
Component Video
S-Video
Composite Video
Stereo Analog Audio
S/PDIF Optical and Coaxial Digital Audio

Other Interface

Power LED and Attention LED
1x USB 2.0 host at the front
1x USB 2.0 host at the back
1x USB 2.0 slave at the back
Internal mounting for 2.5" or 3.5" SATA HDD
Infra-Red Remote Control
Full power down, standby and power up by remote control
Service pin hole for TV Mode switching and shutting down without remote control
Special designed fan that generate very low noise
Speed: 3800RPM (typical) ± 10%
Noise Level: 18.5 dB(A)
Size: L * W * H =62*62*15(mm)

Network

Ethernet 10/100/1000** Mbps
**Gigabit support depends on Switch/Router compatibility

Power

AC-DC adaptor
Input 100~240V AC, 50~60 Hz
Output 12V DC, 3A max
typical : 8 W (no additional device installed/attached)
maximum : 36 W

Dimension

Width x Depth x Height : 270mm x 150mm x 50mm (10.63" x 5.90" x 1.97")

Weight

1.6kg (3.5lbs)

Package Content

Popcorn Hour A-200 (HDD not included)
IEC 60320 C13 power cord
12V 3A AC-DC Adaptor
1.5M length HDMI cable
USB cable
IR Remote Control with 2 "AAA" batteries
Screws for 2.5" / 3.5" HDD
Quick start guide
Installation Guide
Last minute notes
Warranty Card

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*Internet content services are subject to change without notice.

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