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The box lists features and specifications of the device, but is not going to stand out in a retail store environment.
The rear lists all the features in various languages, as well as a schematic of the Media Player set-up and how it can be used.
Opening the box up we find another box inside, this contains the HD Media Player itself. Below this, is another box for all the cables, which we will take a look at first.
Eminent include an optical audio toslink cable of a sensible length so that you can get the best quality sound directly to your speakers, or via your computer.
An included USB 3.0 cable will aid with initial transfer of videos and music, allowing you to take advantage of this super speed transfer protocol.
As you would probably expect they have also included a good old component cable, carrying stereo audio and video to your television.
The more common method is to use an HDMI cable, and Eminent have included a very short cable. We can only presume the company expect you to have this box right next to the TV, else it just won't reach!
Also included is a mains power cable. Unfortunately our review sample contained a Euro version but don't worry, a UK version is also available.
Eminent have decided to include a comprehensive user guide on a CD, and have supplied a very simplified ‘quick-start guide' on paper. They also include batteries for the remote.
Nice looking device, but its quite costly and I think they might have a hard time against AC RYan who seem to dominate this market. shame about the processing power on the interface, but it might be code issues, rather than weak hardware. why no shot of insides?
£200 is a bit steep, no? The Veolo looks much nicer, and its cheaper. no hard drive, but its a network device, no real need for that IMO