Movie Server FAQ+New Features List

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[SIZE=4]Thanks for your interest in the DVDFab Movie Server!
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This state-of-the-art hardware is perfect for watching your movie collection anywhere your network reaches. Here are some quick facts to answer basic questions. If the information you need is not on the list, check the DVDFab website for more facts or post a question here in the Movie Server forum.

NEW FEATURES![COLOR=Red] NEW v1.0.0.1 FIRMWARE RELEASED 4 JULY, PLEASE UPDATE ASAP FOR BEST PERFORMANCE.
The initial release of DVDFab Movie Server has drawn feedback from all over the world and some of these questions and feature suggestions have already been incorporated into the unit. These include:
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[SIZE=3]Internal memory size has been doubled from 8GB to 16GB, enhancing the space for any apps you may wish to add.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]To improve the range and signal reliability, the radio inside the unit now has two antennas and supports 2.4 and 5 GHz bands.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]The supplied AC adapter has been improved to support 47-60 Hz and 110-220V AC input, and will come with plug adapters for EU, UK and US systems.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]The unit will now be supplied with an extra 60cm (~24 inch) USB 3.0 cable for user convenience in attaching peripherals[/SIZE]
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[/SIZE][LEFT][SIZE=2]Q: [COLOR=Black]What is the purpose of the Movie Server?
A: DVDFab Movie Server is designed to make it easy and enjoyable to enjoy your movie collection of Blu-ray and DVDs anywhere that can be reached on your local network.

[COLOR=Blue]Q:[COLOR=Black] What kind of content[/COLOR] does it accept?
A: The Server is designed to be used with DVDFab v10.x using ISO output format. It offers full menu functions as found on the original disc. It will also play other movie files made with DVDFab or from other sources (h264/265 and 4K UHD formats, etc).

Q: [COLOR=Black]What about Cinavia?
A: DVDFab Movie Server does not respond to the Cinavia watermark.

[COLOR=Blue]Q: [COLOR=Black]What is the declared value for customs purposes?
A: US$40 or the equivalent in local currency if required.

[COLOR=Blue]Q: [COLOR=Black]What about shipping costs? From where is it shipped?
A: Shipping fees are included in the cost, the units will ship from Shenzhen, China.

[COLOR=Blue]Q: [COLOR=Black]Is the internal memory expandable?
A: No, but the installed memory size has been doubled to 16GB.

[COLOR=Blue]Q: [COLOR=Black]Does it require a license or key file?
A: No, but it must be activated using your email and password from the DVDFab Member Center.

[COLOR=Blue]Q: [COLOR=Black]Does it come with a copy of DVDFab or if not, is there a discount if I buy both[/COLOR]?
A: Sorry, DVDFab is not included and there is currently no "combo" discount.

Q: [COLOR=Black]What about the metadata, where does it come from?
A: If your files are created by DVDFab, it will supply the metadata. If not, Movie Server will attempt to download it from the internet but the accuracy may be compromised depending on the quality of the source

[COLOR=Blue]Q: [COLOR=Black]How is the media library managed and does the location of the files matter?
A: Your movies, regardless of location, are managed two ways by Movie Server: either using the Poster Wall or browsing by file list by movie name.

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A: Regular sales have begun and shipping of the pre-ordered units is underway.

[COLOR=Blue]Q: [COLOR=Black]How does it update? Will there be frequent updates?
A: The Movie Server updates itself online and will show you a prompt screen with a changelog when an update is available. It takes about 3-4 minutes to download, install and reboot itself, but this can vary a little based on the total content and your internet speed. The first update has already been released, with more to come. Updates can also be downloaded to a USB flash drive for updating later.
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quattleb

Hello - The Movie Server looks interesting. I've read the FAQ and I've already corresponded with "Mona" who answered a few questions. But one of those is still unclear so I'll restate and ask here (plus another).
1 - I currently use and love my Logitech Harmony 900 universal / programmable remote control. Will the needed remote codes for your new MS remote be available for my Harmony remote to be programmed to control the MS???

new questions here:
2 - I cannot tell from the FAQ: does this device send video ONLY to the TV or A/V receiver that is connected via the HDMI? I ask because like TiVo I desire to be able to send media playback from the MS to any of the two A/V Receivers in my home.

3 - I've used DVDFab for Mac for years and have a collection of Video_TS folders on my computer. I want to know I can transfer those to the MS and play them back. However I see int he FAQ the mention of using ISO files - NOT what I have. So can I expect to move to the MS and playback the Video_TS DVD folders?

4 - Backing up hundreds of media files is very important. The Hardware Configuration specs say there is a USB2 and USB3 interface. Can I hook a USB 3.0 external hard drive to the MS and BACKUP all content as a safety net?

5 -Can I do a backup via Ethernet to my in home NAS?

I hope you will answer each of my questions. thank you

3dman

1-Can it play side by side and over and under Mkv files made with Fab? (not Iso's)

2-Is the software Fabs or do we have to wait for software upgrades from another company?

3-Can it stream from the internet like a computer Netflix Amazon etc?
4-Is their a App for this to make it work?

5-Doe's it have a internet browser or a App for one ?

6-Can it's 3.0 connector be connected to a 3.0 extender so many hard drives can be all plunged in all at once and if yes will all hard drives be able to be searched and show up on the video wall the total movies on all drives?

7-On the UBS plug in drive will it be a separate movie wall for it's movies or will drive you plug into the server box's side also have it's own movie wall or both combined?

8-Movies already on UBS plug in drives can't be added to the wall or searched for is this correct? So if you already have a movie collection on a hard drive they can't be used by the wall or searched for they can be played only if you stream them over wi fi?

9-For movie to be able to be on the wall and searched for doe's it have to be a iso ? What about compressed iso or main movie
iso and full 3d also.

10-If collection of side by side 3d on UBS drive were made into iso format will it be able to add to video wall and make searchable?

11.Same question with 2d files already on a UBS drive can they be added to wall and made searchable if made into iso"s.or will Fab have a solution so all collections of every type already on the plug in USB drive so they go to the video wall and are searchable.?

3dman

For 4k supports HE10 what about Dolby Vision?
Is this a made for Fab A10?

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This is an early version, features will be improved and new ones added.

fengtao

Of course we will update software for DVDFab Movie Server regularly, just like we did for DVDFab in last 14+ years.

In the meantime, we think the features for first release is attractive enough for DVDFab 10 users.

mejohnm

Will this server be available as software only? Many of us already have the hardware at hand and just need good software to run.

october262

[QUOTE=mejohnm;195534]Will this server be available as software only? Many of us already have the hardware at hand and just need good software to run.[/QUOTE]

see here - http://www.myce.com/news/dvdfab-announces-new-device-dvdfab-movie-server-81878/

Ish

Question: Cinavia

Hello,

I've pre-ordered the DvdFab Movie server!

I just received your latest email about it, and it says:

"Play back Cinavia-protected DVDs and Blu-rays problem-free"

So, I am assuming that I do not need to purchase DVDFab and / or Blueray Cinavia removal!?

I am assuming DVDFAB 10 (lifetime) will copy the files to the movie server, and there's no problems in playback?

Thanks in advance for your feedback

Ish

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Ish
That is correct; also, there have been some improvements in the hardware, they are summarized in post #1 of this thread.

Ish

[QUOTE=signals;195551]Ish
That is correct; also, there have been some improvements in the hardware, they are summarized in post #1 of this thread.[/QUOTE]

Hello Signals

Excellent!

After years of alternatives, I can now save my huge old and current DVDs Collections in Hard Drives, without the hassle of trying to figuring it all out on my own!

Kind Regards
Ish

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You are welcome, hope you enjoy the product.

Ish

Glitches or improvements in the firmware or my personal favorite, new features.

Hello Again,

Purely out of curiosity, what type of updated software would the movie server need or required? Etc?

Thanks in advance for any response!

Ish

JerryD

Also have a question about the Movie Server

1. From the Features list or spec sheet it looks like you can play your movies from smb shares. I currently am using a Window Server 2008R2 as my movie file server, just wanted to make sure I can connect through Ethernet Cable to shared folders on that server and play the movies from your server which would be located at the Tv. They are not in ISO format, but in TS, Vob files for dvd and for Blu rays is M2TS format. as my understanding is as close to a 1 to 1 image of the disc.

2. I have about 9TB of movies. Is there a limit to the size of movies I can have?

Thanks
Jerry

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I am told it is 8TB.

I do not have a solid answer for you yet on the playback of folders, it is how I store them also, so I am pushing for it too. Cabled ethernet I believe will work, but I have not tested it yet. We will have better answers for you on both these items, so check this thread often.

Both of these things I think could be changed with firmware updates, which will be steadily added.

maineman

This "movie server" purchase looks like a no brainer for $239. I'm looking to replace my last working Pivos Aios which has been a fantastic media player, but unfortunately is no longer manufactured and has not been supported by Pivos for quite some time.

Do we know with any certainty if this device will support a multiple-bay external hdd enclosure?...specifically, a Mediasonic HF2-SU3S2 with 4 hdds (4TB each)
Nothing fancy here...the configuration is JBOD and connects via usb 3.0/2.0.
It also has an esata capability, but I never use it.

My Aois has no problem with the 16TB mediasonic, but I suspect the Aios is on borrowed time.
Anyway, have any tests been done beyond the single 8TB hdd max?

My DVDs are pretty much all TS folders and I probably have about 20 TBs of blu-ray flicks...virtually all of which are .mkv
Other media players have failed me in some regard. For eg., only detecting 8-12TBs of files at any one time or failing to play HD audio in an .mkv container.

I'll be sure to watch this thread for more info.
The updates in this thread are particularly helpful since I'm also interested in any details re: playback folders.
Thanks "pard"...your time and expertise are very much appreciated.

october262

[QUOTE=maineman;195638]This "movie server" purchase looks like a no brainer for $239. I'm looking to replace my last working Pivos Aios which has been a fantastic media player, but unfortunately is no longer manufactured and has not been supported by Pivos for quite some time.

Do we know with any certainty if this device will support a multiple-bay external hdd enclosure?...specifically, a Mediasonic HF2-SU3S2 with 4 hdds (4TB each)
Nothing fancy here...the configuration is JBOD and connects via usb 3.0/2.0.
It also has an esata capability, but I never use it.

My Aois has no problem with the 16TB mediasonic, but I suspect the Aios is on borrowed time.
Anyway, have any tests been done beyond the single 8TB hdd max?

My DVDs are pretty much all TS folders and I probably have about 20 TBs of blu-ray flicks...virtually all of which are .mkv
Other media players have failed me in some regard. For eg., only detecting 8-12TBs of files at any one time or failing to play HD audio in an .mkv container.

I'll be sure to watch this thread for more info.
The updates in this thread are particularly helpful since I'm also interested in any details re: playback folders.
Thanks "pard"...your time and expertise are very much appreciated.[/QUOTE]

More info here - http://www.myce.com/news/dvdfab-announces-new-device-dvdfab-movie-server-81878/

90312

Hey mainman! My AIOS is still humming along too. I've been using Roku and plex server a lot lately saves walking time. Good to see you posting pal!

maineman

Hey 90312
Yup, love my AIOS, but it's the last of 3 and has gotten tons of use. One died and my daughter has the other one.
There's no chance of getting that one back!

ahab666

cp - I was temnpted but atm NO

Quote:
Originally Posted by martythebrit View Post
Please.. :-)

I second that as well as a decent x265 4K converting prformance with cuda, intel or amd supported !! - it conversion speed falls down to 2-3 fps the conversion of a 2 hour 4K movie can take up to 10 days - this is ridiculous to say the least ...

at the moment there is just one program that is able to handle HW enhanced 4K x265 conversions in a decent way with 40 to 50 fps so it is in realtime to Â½ of realtime (movie length) - it is called A's Video Converter.

And ATTENTION: all other commercial Video Converters I tested are even worse - xilisoft, divx-pro, wondershare, any video converter, pavtube, vso, wonderfox - they all promise HW enhanced 4K and x.265 and they are the fastest on the market - BIG BULLSHIT - only a donationware proggie of a lone single programmer is working great (and the freeware proggie stax too but much slower) a.f.a.i.k. â¦.

btw - I was tempted to pre-order the dvd-fab media player - but as long as the software issues are not solved I will NOT - consider to legally download a 4K movie coded in x.264 - typically 70-100 GB in size - if the conversion of that title to x.265 takes like a few days - there is no fun involved at allâ¦.

cheers - ahab666