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[HTC One X] uktivo:
No. I have exactly the same problem. This is now my second media link, the first I returned thinking it was faulty. The new unit is doing exactly the same things as the first one.. and yours... Sorry but this is a complete fail from htc.

I think the unit is being advertised falsely. It isn't a simple set up operation and it doesn't allow multi tasking.. well my two units don't.

Product being returned. Will stick with my mhl cable...
[HTC One X] jonas2295:
Well if you use htc gallery it will work
[HTC One X] uktivo:
I've no idea what's changed but the new unit now works perfectly on my network. Seriously, I've changed nothing. It's smooth, quick and excellent.. go figure..
[HTC One X] tee_i:
Always have to re-pair the device

Hi,

Ok, I have a strange one, I can set up the media link HD fine, and the stream quality is great, but if i take my phone away from the network (either go out of range or just turn off wifi) and then get back on my network, do the 3 finger swipe up, my HTC One X says there are no Media link HD devices in range. On the TV with the the Media link on the screen it says its on the network and has a valid IP address within my scope, as does my phone.... even if i reboot either the Media Link or Phone still the same outcome of not being able to see the Media link from my phone.

The only way i can get my phone to see it again is to re-pair the 2 devices!! FRUSTRATING!!!

Anyone else have this issue? Or know away i can fix it? Is there any way of doing a re-flash of the Media link HD firmware??

I have tried on both my 2.4 and 5ghz channels, same outcome on both.

Cheers,

T
[HTC One X] JimmyEatFood:
Anyone sold theirs yet? Only got £15 for mine.
[HTC One X] ViDtje:
My dad and I are interested in a Medialink HD, but one thing we don't know is if I pair my HOX with the medialink, do I need to reset the medialink if my dad wants to use the medialink? Or is it able to be paired with two or more devices?
[HTC One X] uktivo:
Sorry I don't have an answer to that question. I assume both phones would work but of course, only one at a time.

I posted to say that I feel HTC really need some better documentation on this product. The user manual is less than useful.
[HTC One X] maverick1103:
Was thinking of selling mine as got mine free with deal and that impressed with it tbh. Streaming from web is poor, phone gets ferociously hot when using it, plus now I've got streaming from my laptop set up to a tea.

Thing is I would want more than £15 for it!! :-( So might just keep it.
[HTC One X] Hoodeddeathman:
It doesn't seem to fuss much. My friend connected to my media link, then I reconnected which kicked him off. It seems you can pair two.
[HTC One X] Trev186:
For those who want a similiar device to this but not an htc phone check out :

http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-s3-wi-fi-display-hub-ead-t10udegxeu-p35120.htm
[HTC One X] djtaylor:
I got mine today, I *was* pleased with it right up until I came to watch a film from HTC Watch, a rented film.

I can play all other media, mirror the display but it just would not stream a rented film.

I phoned HTC only to be told that it will stream if you've purchased the film but not if it's rented!!! Utter balls.

If I wanted to do that, i'd buy the DVD proper and rip it and watch it rights free on any device I own, not take up fixed space on the phone or have to keep downloading it over and over. I thought the whole point of HDMI was to preserve the DRM so are they saying that they've screwed it up and can't protect a rented film?

Nowhere in the documentation, sales site or HTC site does it place this restriction on the use of the device.

I quite like the HTC watch film library, particulary the 5p weekend specials but this ridiculous undocumented limitation is a major step back as I had hoped to avoid using the MHI cable.
[HTC One X] tandfeen:
Well finally got mine.

And was very pleased to find that it DOES work with other devices.

Plays pictures and movies from my galaxy tab 10.1 just perfect. No stuttering at all.

Even my pc detected it a few seconds after turning the media link on.

So very happy so far.

On the one x i have a little lag. While playing riptide the tv was 0.2 seconds behind the phone screen
[HTC One X] dkotoric:
So can this product be used on cm9 if i have a HOX?

Sent from my HTC One X
[HTC One X] gloscherrybomb:
I have the problem where it configures for 70% and then drops. or connects and then drops. or doesn't even configure. What a pile of crap.

Anyway, I figured it may be early hardware problems, so phone HTC to get a replacement. After 20 minutes I got passed the "Have you read the manual" bull, and he said I have to return it to where I purchased it (ebay). I said I couldn't, and he said you can update the firmware by plugging the Media Link HD in to your PC. It will then "Automatically update the firmware" I was confused by this, and asked if I needed any particular software. He said no.

As I pressed further he did the classic "Hello, hello, I cant hear you, hello mister???"""" BEEEEEEEEEPPPP

So I dont even think I can send this paper weight in for repair or replacement.

This review is pretty accurate:

http://gizmodo.com/5916654/htc-media-link-hd-lightning-review-little-box-big-disappointment
[HTC One X] uktivo:
I had the same issue as you, the 70% issue. it did appear to be a hardware issue. I returned mine and the replacement works ok.

re the firmware upgrade. that too will not work if your unit is like my old one. the firmware upgrade starts then hangs.

by law, you have a warranty. so I'd return it to them and make sure they replace or repair the unit.
[HTC One X] gloscherrybomb:
Got it working now. Others with the same problem might want to give it a go. when I first connected, I went to advanced settings for the media link and it was greyed out. I then clicked start setup (despite having already connected) which prompts you to press the button on the media link. This time it connected properly and stayed connected.

There isn't a firmware update available yet.
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
Quick question: does the setup work if there's no external WiFi available?

Does the ML HD support access point mode for the OneX to connect wirelessly to it?
[HTC One X] speedofheat:
I got mine yesterday. Will report on how it goes once I get back home.
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
ok think i figured it out from here

http://www.coolsmartphone.com/2011/01/20/htc-media-link-review/

it does support acces point mode to connect the OneX to the "generated" WiFi network of the medialink, without the need to have an external (home) wifi network.

great :)
[HTC One X] jonas2295:
That's not the media link hd :)
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
****, noticed it as well now :)

so.....does the HD one act the same?
[HTC One X] jonas2295:
It has the same functionality at least I was able to connect the one X with the medialink hd directly but it only worked once, it connected, configured, showed my screen for 3 seconds and stopped.

Up to now I was not able to get it working again -.-
[HTC One X] marctronixx:
yes you do not need a wifi network.

the media link HD sets up its own ad hoc network. call it "hotel mode" if you will... you dont want to pay for hotel wifi access so you bring along the media link. use its AD hoc connection and you are golden.
[HTC One X] speedofheat:
Ok. Tried it out. This thing is a piece of junk.
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
not a really helpful statement....

and why is that?
[HTC One X] marctronixx:
i have not checked but im told there is an update for the media link.
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
http://www.engadget.com/2012/06/14/htc-media-link-hd-review/
[HTC One X] waz000000:
i once tried oily fish i hated it!
[HTC One X] speedofheat:
It has been an immensely frustrating exercise to try and get the device configured. In over 20 attempts, it has only connected once. The rest of the attempts resulted in not getting past the "configuring" screen or failures to even get to the "configuring" screen. The one time it did work, was fine, but since then, no success.
[HTC One X] waz000000:
ive got one coming tomorrow ill check it out and post on here how I get on.

is there a firmware update available or anything? maybe you just have a dodgy firmware? from what ive seen most people seem to have good success though it's rumoured to need a good clean wifi signal from your router
[HTC One X] marctronixx:
let me remind you cats, you can DIRECTLY connect to the media link without a home network. try this and report your success...
[HTC One X] speedofheat:
IT WORKS!! :D :D

After 3 more restarts, including one hard reset (10 second button press), the device works and works flawlessly. It's been 15 hours now and it "just works".

I must say that it's a rather useful thing, especially if you have a large collection of favorite tunes stored on your phone and are a photoholic.
[HTC One X] gloscherrybomb:
My experience was like that as well. And I don't know what I did to get it to "just work". I'm back where I started though... Arrrgghhh!
[HTC One X] waz000000:
yup played with it for a day, i could not get the thing to work properly, it always connected fine but watching anything was impossible! lagged like a samsung phone

I reset it about 5 times on the bounce and then... it worked flawlessly no idea why but watched loads of movies on it last night without a hitch love it!
[HTC One X] uktivo:
Mine is now so laggy it's not watchable. Have to say, this is one very poor product..
[HTC One X] JoeArny:
Hi guys! For the ones (it was not a joke!) who are experiencing lag I suggest to verify the Wifi connection speed...

Note that HD content may need and 802.11n to work well... on 802.11g you'll be able to do allot of things if your signal is good... finally in 802.11b you will be able to send pictures if you are lucky and has patience... ahhahaha

This is exactly the same tip for airplay or regular DLNA device...
[HTC One X] uktivo:
Just to clarify, my router is running "N" it makes no difference. I do believe the media link hd has the making of a great piece of hard ware, but at present it is too hit and miss. More work needed from HTC I think.
[HTC One X] waz000000:
i set my router at N and then lowered the available speed to 145mps instead of 300mbps seemed to work for me, though i agress hit and miss, id like to connect directly to it but somehow still connect the phone to the wifi router so i can stream netflix.
[HTC One X] deadbench:
did some test on my own on this medialink hd..

the medialink hd can only be connected via wifi.. be it via ur home network or connection it directly from ur phone's wifi..

-on ur network, it will auto hook onto ur wifi network...so be sure to have a strong wifi signal, next connect ur phone to ur home network too.. then u will find this medialink hd searchable and connectable via settings..i didnt need to do the 3 finger gesture..

-if u wanna use ur phone to connect to the medialink hd, u can on ur wifi and search for the medialink in which the password will be 1234567890HTC

next

-on ur home network, u would be able to do regular stuff like surf net,youtubes etc,gameplay too..just maintain a good wifi connection with a decent speed.. if u start losing ur wifi speed, be prepared for some distortion here and there...

-on a direct network is much more stable coz there isn't any 3rd party 'interference', however the downside is u will NOT be able to go online..even if u have a 4g plan running on ur phone ..i believe the phone can only use wifi OR 4g(data connection) at any one time.. so in theory, u need to use wifi(to connect both device) and 4g(to go online) which is impossible at this moment.

this are just some findings tat i would like to share with u good ppl..
[HTC One X] deadbench:
anyone has any idea if i can get a custom file just for medialink support?whereby i can just add on to my custom rom?
[HTC One X] mrnamster:
I got one and it's easy to set up.

The Gallery app seems to be the best at the moment for multi-tasking, but you have to choose each item one by one (no continuous video playback). Great for entertaining.

Too laggy for gaming though (tried Drag Racing Bike Edition and Real Racing 2).

I had the same issue where it would not connect to the Mobile Network for data (Data call failure). I can get data if connected to a local WiFi network though but that makes the WiFi Direct mode useless without mobile data. Hopefully, these issues will get worked out.

I think the best part is that you can use the Camera app remotely!
[HTC One X] dusanzk:
I'm having an issue with the actual quality and resolution the device shows/plays.

When i switch to the HDMI output where the Media Link HD is connected and on the screen where it shows you to 'Swipe up with 3 fingers', you have the usual information;

Name, WiFi Network, IP and Version.

Well at one time i had another piece of information which stated 'Video Output: 1080P'

I've only had that show up twice and when it does the resolution/quality of the videos, photos and general screen mirroring is amazing but when it's not then it seems kind of trimmed down, maybe 720p but with visible distortion.

I'm using an Apple Time Capsule as my router, so 802.11n.

I've tried restaring the device three times, reconfiguring and trying a different HDMI cable.

Anyone have any ideas regarding this issue ?

EDIT: Scratch that, even when Video Output:1080P is displayed (apparently only happens when i go into the ML HD settings) and i try to mirror the screen it get's kind of trimmed down somehow and it's definently not the highest possible quality/resolution because i tried it on a different TV yesterday and it was much better. The TV i'm using is a Samsung and supports 1920x1080 resolution but for some reason doesn't display the HTC Media Link HD content in that resolution.
[HTC One X] optiknerv:
The big issue I have with it is that many of my videos don't play smoothly. They slow down slightly and then go fast to catch up with the audio track. Quite often the video ends and the audio carries on for a few seconds after. I believe the issue is at the HOX end of things. I can stream content from my laptop to it and the videos from it work flawlessly.

EDIT: Actually scratch that. although there is no speed up and slow down the sync is off. audio is following video by a few fractions of a second from my lappy.
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
i recommend everyone making whatever statements in here related to playback issues to clearly state:

- using ad-hoc (medialink's own) or external (house) wifi?

- playing what material (youtube, videos shot with HOX camera, etc) using what player (internal or 3rd party)

there's different outcomes for each combination, some clearly stated in the MD HD's manual.
[HTC One X] AndroidInsanity:
Said it once already i think guys, give it a try:

Lets just say you want to watch a film via the medialink. but you want to PREVENT it from skipping, and make it at least more smoother. TRY just watching a HD youtube video first, it somehow warms it up in a weird way. it works for me anyway, done it many times and it seems to work. and stutters more when i don't do it. won't make it perfect, but it will help :D
[HTC One X] N3M3SYS:
Could you please just plug the headphones during TV playback via the Media Link and report if you get any sound? Pretty please!

That tip will help me a lot in to whether I'll buy it or not as I'd like to watch a movie on my TV via the Media Link but listen from the headphones and not disturb anyone who sleeps.

Thanks in advance.
[HTC One X] krepa:
Maybe you can plug headphones to TV?
[HTC One X] kash20:
just got mine, for some reason .mkv files don't play for me, I get an error 407 message saying content cannot be played although it works flawlessly on my phone?
[HTC One X] N3M3SYS:
Yes, that could be a solution, but the bed is 4 meters away. So, I'd like to know if there is a possibility for sound through the handset's earphones.

Thank you anyway.
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
Get a pair of wireless headphones and hook them up to the tv
[HTC One X] N3M3SYS:
That's doable too, but a workaround. I'm interested in audio output from the phone during Media Link connection.

Thank anyway.
[HTC One X] jadaress1:
Id try it out for ya, but don't have phone anymore, has anyone tried it out for this guy though, does it work or not? Thanks.
[HTC One X] uktivo:
Hi. I will try this for you tomorrow morning UK time. And post an update.
[HTC One X] shetyeashish:
can anyone tell me, if we can mirror full skype video call on lcd TV via HTC media link??

with Ipad you can do that but not sure with HOX.. i try mirroring live video call via HDMI cable but i can only view either of one...and not both the caller and receiver.

please let me know.. thanks in advance.

Regards

Ashish

HOX
[HTC One X] uktivo:
Hi. Tested and can confirm that no sound comes through the headphones. :( I can't see any options to redirect sound to headphones either.
[HTC One X] tomqman:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5m-3-5mm-...ion_Audio_Cables_Adapters&hash=item3cb9e26989

could always get one of these. but audio quality probably will be crap
[HTC One X] N3M3SYS:
Thank you very much m8, I'm obliged!

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Still too short :P
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
How long did the fw update take?

LE: nevermind, came closer to the router and it went fast

- how come the 1080p videos shot with the phone look pixelated like they're "streamed" when playing thru the Gallery?

- tried mx player pro and it doesn't play the videos (LE: read thru the thread and seems doesn't play nice with MX...will try Dice or Mobo)

any way to display the movies shot with the camera in their full resolution?

i'm happy with the speed, lag and all that....FW got updated to 1.71.100.0, setup was easy...

painless setup i don't understand why some ppl had so many issues
[HTC One X] speedofheat:
^^ The videos are actually being streamed to the MLHD from the HOX, so some pixelation can be expected, especially if the wireless link isn't running at peak strength.
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
very weird, tested last evening with moboplayer...

the very first video played seems mirrored, all after are streamed.

just start mobo, play a video, choose don't display it on TV but then 3fingerswipe and it's mirrored.

another strange thing is i connected the HOX to the MLHD directly (AP mode) but after half a minute or so they both switched to the house wifi....i need to test it again in a completely wlan-free environment, i think the external wifi is prioritized somehow, if it finds one it will use it.

Oh, and there's absolutely NO mention of ad-hoc mode in the manual :)

overall happy with the thing, it does exactly what it's supposed to...even tried Riptide GP and it was surprisingly playable....bit pixelated on TV compared to HOX screen but definitely playable.
[HTC One X] galiu:
:good::good:

cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=261058415313#ht_2830wt_1139

£40

A good deal for the HTC media Link!

people with one x or one s, must have one!!

excellent mirror display!
[HTC One X] twe69:
Tempted at that price, some going through on auction though so possibly cheaper.....

Will look into it..... Be great for travelling and general plugging it into the tv at home.
[HTC One X] keedog:
Anyone get there media link to update. Everytime mines try, it times out and says try again later.

I bought a second one to make sure the 1st one wasn't defective and now the second one won't update neither.

1st one says on the main screen: VERSION 1.57.789.0

while trying to update from phone it says: Current Version M2.5.57

2nd one says on the main screen: VERSION 1.56.789.0

while trying to update from phone it says: Current Version M2.5.56

If anyone has gotten it to update can you please post the current version

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Been working on getting this thing to update for 3 days. And today I went out and bought the second one. Well after 991 tries, it updated just now.

now the 1st one says on the main TV screen: VERSION: 1.71.103.0

and on the phone it says: Current Version M2.5.71

One other noticeable difference is after the update, you will see the "wifi" symbol on your tv at the media link HD's main screen. I've done lots of research and I've noticed that on most of the youtube videos that were released after this years MWC everyone had this wifi signal shown where's mine didn't.

(to anyone wondering, I restarted my phone (EVO LTE) and resetted the media link HD. I also turned off the security password on my wireless router. Don't know what happen this time, cause i did all that several times before, with no such luck. But anyways, I guess I can return the 2nd one now) :0)

FYI I even wrote a email to HTC expressing my dislike for how the Media Link HD worked. Everything has to work thru the phone? Why not connect it to the router and then any HTC One (or similiar) in the network could connect faster. Hopefully they update this thing and get the many bugs out.

I was 2 seconds from giving them both of our (my wifes and mines) EVO LTE back and going with the SIII. Thats blasphemous for us, as much as we've supported HTC since it's UT Starcom days.
[HTC One X] zerozoneice:
interesting, mine updated to 1.71.100.3 couple of days ago and since then no new notification....

reg. other things: mine shows also a WIFI icon at the bottom, and the phone connects to it via router with no issues. If it's enabled as output device it asks me everytime if i want to playback on TV or not.
[HTC One X] marctronixx:
i have had the update for a while (few weeks). the unit updated itself with no input from me. one day i switched to the media link input on the receiver and i noticed the wifi icon was there. the media link unit can auto update itself with no need for the user to initiate, which it did in this case....
[HTC One X] dannysmith43:
Is there any way to stream netflix and turn the screen off? Stream + screen on = major battery rape!
[HTC One X] twe69:
Any idea with an error message when trying to get into the Advanced Settings mode?

I have:

Unable to connect.

An error occurred when retrieving data from the Media Link HD device.

Cancel/Retry

Thanks
[HTC One X] twe69:
Edit:

OK I have gotten it to connect and show the Advanced Settings, but it just remains on getting info.....

Also If I connect once and try to reconnect it doesn't work, I have to switch it off and back on..... I have reset it once already too....

edit 3!!!

Got it working, and have some how magically updated the firmware, seems to work better already. Bit pixelated but not speeding up and slowing down as much as it was on the original firmware..... Did the same as previous posts, tried for a good 2-3 hrs to reconnect to it, disconnect from home router, use my data plan to download firmware etc....
[HTC One X] twe69:
Lol, feeling like I am chatting to myself in this thread....

Was using Adhoc for above..... Going to see how well it works to the router....
[HTC One X] Aleemz:
Don't worry, we are here. Please continue to post your findings ;-)
[HTC One X] twe69:
Cool..... Still having connection issues when I disconnect and try again, this is when I switch wifi on on the phone or switch the actual unit off.... Say a few minutes later want to use it again. Then I have to hard reset it which is annoying.

Same thing this morning, I tried to connect but it was about 2-3 minutes later, device is about 1.2 metres away so not far at all. Then I held the button on the front for 10 seconds to reset it and tried again to connect to it via the phone. It does the configuring part and 15-25 seconds later it worked again.....

At work now but I bet you I will have to do the same again when I go back home......

Am thinking my unit is an early one? Anyone else have the same or not switching the unit off at all?

I do notice that the blue light stays on constant after I disconnect my phone from it, surely it should be red since nothing is connected to it?

Tempted to order another one and see if that does it or not and switch it.....