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Appendix
IP (Internet Protocol) Address
A unique number that devices use in order to identify and communicate with each other on a network utilizing
the Internet Protocol standard, such as “192.168.1.xxx”. No duplicate numbers are allowed within the network.
LAN Cable
A cable that has an eight-pin modular plug on each end and is different from a telephone plug which has four
pins. A straight cable is used when connecting the flat panel TV to a home network via a hub. A cross-over cable
is used when connecting directly to a PC. Use category 5 (CAT-5) LAN cables.
MAC (Media Access Control) Address
An address attached to the port of any network device with an IP address. The MAC address is expressed as
“00:e0:36:01:23:xx” and cannot be changed.
Mass Storage Class Devices
The standard provides an interface to a variety of storage devices, such as USB flash drive and digital cameras.
PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol)
A protocol that allows the transfer of images and manipulation of digital cameras through USB connection. Most
recent digital cameras and other devices support PTP allowing the transfer of images through direct connections.
Subnet Mask
Used to determine the etwork when IP addresses are broken into several parts. It is expressed as “255.255.255.0”.
In most cases, the Subnet mask is automatically assigned by the DHCP server.
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)
Architecture for pervasive peer-to-peer network connectivity of devices of all form factors. It is designed to bring
easy-to-use, flexible, standard based connectivity to ad-hoc or unmanaged networks whether in the home, in a
small business, public spaces, or attached to the Internet.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
USB provides a serial bus standard for connecting devices, usually to computers such as PCs. The flat panel TV
supports the Mass Storage Class and PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol) devices.
Windows Media Connect
Microsoft Windows Media Connect is a new technology to distribute music, photos and video stored on a PC with
Windows XP installed to a stereo system of TV. Using this technology you can playback files stored on the PC from
various devices wherever you like in your home.
Windows Media DRM
Windows Media DRM is copyright protection technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. It enables content
providers to distribute over the Internet music, video and other digital media content in a protected, encrypted file
format.
Windows Media Player
A free digital media player application provided by Microsoft that is used for playing audio, video and images on
PCs.
Windows Media Player 11
The functionality of Windows Media Connect has been integrated into this version of Windows Media Player. After
installing Windows Media Player 11 Windows Media Connect will not function. See Microsoft’s website for
details.
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