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DV-68 Digital Media Player

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£185.00 + VAT

 

Plays MPEG-4, MPEG-2, MPEG-1, JPEG and MP3 digital media.
The LOW COST and reliable solution for many professional AV applications
Compact size -
just 183 x 133 x 28mm


  • Do you need to play digital media 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week unattended and without user intervention?
  • Do you have a simple video and audio player application that does not require on-line remote control and updating?
  • Do you need a low-cost yet 100% reliable video and audio source for stand-alone kiosks and information points?
  • Do you need a video and audio media player that is robust and with no moving parts?
  • Do you need to trigger video advertising using a low-voltage PIR or motion detector?

If the answer is YES to any of these questions then the DV-68 Digital Media Player is right for you!

The DV-68 Digital Media Player provides multi-format AV support in a compact, industrial hardware package, specifically designed for the digital signage, retail, leisure, museum and kiosk markets. The DV-68 can store and playback full-motion video and audio MPEG-4, MPEG-2, MPEG-1, JPEG, and MP3 format files from high-speed CompactFlash® memory cards or MicroDrive® with DVD-quality AV outputs.

The DV-68 Digital Media Player is simplicity itself to set-up and use with no complicated user interface or cryptic control functions. Users can easily create custom player scripts by simply using a PC or laptop with a standard CF card reader to drag and drop files to the CF memory card. Slip the CF card into the DV-68, connect to the display screen and audio system, apply the 12-volt power and that's it - it plays! It couldn't be simpler.

Applications:

  • Retail advertising
  • Leisure and entertainment
  • Museums and exhibitions
  • Digital signage systems
  • Interactive kiosks
  • Mobile advertising and information solutions

The DV-68 incorporates micro-technology that provides high picture quality without degradation regardless of the number of playbacks and a reliable, long-lasting solution. The DV-68 player is also designed for instantaneous response to user input when a specific track is selected using the optional push-button controller. A potential customer or user will not walk away in boredom or frustration. It connects easily to any PAL or NTSC video or VGA display and stereo audio system using industry-standard phono, mini-DIN and VGA connectors.

The DV-68 Digital Media Player is the perfect choice for any POP display, digital signage or interactive kiosk system due to its compact industrial design and cost effective pricing.

 

Download the DV-68 brochure, 745K (PDF)
Download the DV-68 User's Guide, 235K (PDF)

BENEFITS

  • Long term durability - no moving parts
  • No maintenance - no tape to rewind
  • Compact design - easy to install
  • Reliable storage - rewritable CompactFlash media
  • A cost effective multi-media hardware solution

FEATURES

  • Media formats: MPEG-4, MPEG-2, MPEG-1, MP3, and JPEG.
  • Uses an industry-standard CompactFlash memory card or IBM MicroDrive®
  • Repeat (playlist) or Menu (select) modes, user selectable
  • Multiple track selection - up to 99 tracks
  • Instant track response
  • Composite PAL or NTSC video, VGA and stereo audio outputs

 
The DV-68 has a CompactFlash memory card slot with easy-eject button and screw security clamp.

SPECIFICATIONS

System Type Digital video/audio playback
Formats MPEG-4 (DivX), MPEG-2 (DVD), MPEG-1 (VCD), JPEG, MP3
Dimensions 7.2"(L) x 5.25"(W) x 1.1"(H), 183mm(L) x 133mm(W) x 28mm(H)
Power Consumption 3.6W
Operating Current Max 300mA
Operating Voltage 12V DC
Video Outputs

PAL or NTSC composite video on phono socket
PAL or NTSC S-video on mini-DIN socket

VGA Output PAL video converted to 640 x 480 @ 60Hz
NTSC video at 640 x 480 @ 60Hz
15HD VGA socket
Audio Output stereo (line level) on phono sockets. c. 1V p-p, 47Kohm.
Storage Format For MPEG-4 and MPEG-2 playback: High Speed Ultra-II or Extreme-III/IV CompactFlash® Card (min. x40 or faster) or MicroDrive.
For MPEG-1, JPEG and MP3 playback: regular CompactFlash® Card.
Max. MPEG Bit-rates High speed CF card: 8-9Mbps, MicroDrive: 9-10Mbps
Storage Capacity

128MB up to 8GB CompactFlash media
Any capacity MicroDrive

Est. Max. Playback (dependent on MPEG format and bit-rate)

512MB CF > 15 minutes.
1GB CF > 30 minutes.
2GB CF > 60 minutes.
8GB CF > 240 minutes.

Specifications subject to change without notice

Content Programming is so simple and straightforward:

The DV-68 Digital Media Player utilizes a 3-digit numbering system that is easy to set up using your PC’s file manager. If you want to use the Repeat (playlist) mode for continuous track playback then name your multimedia files starting with 001, then 002 and so forth up to track 199. The DV-68 will then play the files in numerical order, continuously and without pause.

In the Menu (select) mode use track #000 as the “attract” file, then track numbers 001, 002, and so forth up to track number 199 can be set up for immediate playback when a selection has been made from an input device such as a touch screen or push button key-pad. When the selected track has played the system reverts to playing track #000.

Use your PC's file manager to simply drag and drop compatible files from your PC to the CompactFlash in the Card Reader. The DV-68 is compatible with MPEG-2, MPEG-1, MP3, and JPEG file formats. While the DV-68 will play almost any order and mix of specified file formats it is recommended that all files have the same format for smooth playback and transitions. i.e. All files should be MPEG-2 or MPEG-1 or JPEG or MP3.

When playing JPEG files a still image will be displayed for approx. 5 seconds with a 2 second top-to-bottom transition wipe. When playing MP3 audio files the video will be blank with an ident in the bottom right hand corner of the screen.

After transferring your multimedia files to the CF card, remove the card and insert into the player and your DV-68 Digital Media Player is ready to play.

ACCESSORIES

Addtocart60
2GB CompactFlash card, SanDisk Ultra-II speed - £21.00 + VAT
The recommended high-performance CF storage medium for the DV-68 player. Capable of storing over 60-minutes of MPEG-2, up to 2 hours of MPEG-4 or MPEG-1 digital video and audio media and many hours of MP3 digital audio media - dependent on bit-rates. Other capacities available - please call.

 

Addtocart60 DV-66K, Keypad Controller - £40.00 + VAT
DV66K The required interface for connecting and controlling the DV-68 player with an external input device, such as push buttons. There are eight buttons on the controller with screw terminals for external push-buttons. TTL RS-232, 4800 baud-rate. Open circuit board requires a suitable enclosure. See details (PDF).

 

DV-66U, Universal Controller - £40.00 + VAT
DV66U The required interface for connecting the DV-68 player with an analog touch screen. There are eight push- buttons, screw-terminals for external push-buttons, and a connection for a 12V PIR sensor. TTL RS-232, 4800 baud-rate. Open circuit board requires a suitable enclosure. See details (PDF)

 

DV-68PIRD, PIR Detector - £15.00 + VAT
DV68-PIR

PIR detector allows the DV-68 to be triggered and plays a media track by an approaching person. Approximate range - 6m. Open circuit board requires a suitable enclosure.

 

DV-66RS, RS-232 Cable - £25.00 + VAT
DV68-RS232 The RS-232 Cable enables the DV-68 player to be controlled from any PC or show controller with a standard 9-pin serial port. The RS-232 Cable also converts RS-232 signal levels to TTL levels for the DV-68. 4800 baud rate.

 

KPC-2 controller
KPC2 The KPC-2 programmable controller enables multiple DV-68 players to be triggered to start playing media together. This is a cost effective way of achieving stunning multiple display effects for advertising, digital signage and entertainment applications. Contact Pixels for more details.

 

KEY34 keypad and TV-66K controller
TV66-K Control up to 200 tracks with the KEY34 telephone-style keypad and TV-66K controller.
The TV-66K controller can be used with many other makes and models of keypads, push-buttons, contacts and motion-sensors. Contact Pixels for more details.

 

 
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