The Neuros LINK - The Most Powerful Way to Connect the Internet to your TV

The Neuros LINK is an open device that connects your TV to the Internet.

Powerful, quiet and small enough to fit in your entertainment center, it enables you to play all your local content and access TV shows, movies and clips available on the web with no fee or subscription.

Read on to see what makes the Neuros LINK different from other media players.

How is it different?

Existing options limit you...

Embedded devices

Problems:

Fee and/or subscription-based services
Limited content selection and video format support
Limited interconnectivity

Home Theater PCs (HTPCs)

Problems:

Expensive
Not designed for the living room: noisy and bulky
No integrated keyboard/mouse, like the Neuros Keymote

...The Neuros LINK doesn't.

Watch Internet TV

The Neuros LINK can play virtually all web content, directly on your TV:

Watch your favorite TV shows... when you want and for free!

Rent movies...

Watch live TV...

Watch Youtube videos and search billions of clips...

All this content is easily accessible using Neuros.TV, the free service seamlessly integrated with the Neuros LINK. Neuros TV will also enable you to search, organize, share and recommend Internet TV content from the comfort of your couch.

Since it works in Mozilla Firefox, so you can try it today on your PC.

Play All Local and Downloaded Content

The Neuros LINK boasts an impressive array of multimedia playback capabilities:

HD video
- Open-source video players (MPlayer, VLC, Totem).
- Support an extensive list of video formats: MPEG2, MPEG4, .vob, .mp4, .avi, .asf, .wmv, .mkv,...
- Play up to 1080p H264 content.
HD audio
- Open-Source audio player Rhythmbox.
- Support an extensive list of audio formats: .mp3, .aac, .ac3, Flac, Ogg, wav, ...
Multiple Inputs and Outputs
- HDMI output (max resolution 1920x1200, 1080p), DVI, VGA.
- High-definition 6-channel Audio output.
- Optical S/PDIF audio output [not yet enabled through software].
- 6 high-speed 2.0 USB port.
- Gigabit Ethernet and Wifi network connectivity to allow video streaming.
- See our Specifications page for more information.

Note: DRM-protected content, such as most videos on the iTunes Store, will not [yet] play on the LINK.

Hassle-free setup

Setting up the LINK is easy.

Plug in the HDMI connector from your LINK to an open port on your TV
Plug in the keyboard's USB receiver
(Optional) Plug in the wired network cable, if used
Plug in the LINK's operating system (also stored on a USB key)
Change your TV to the correct HDMI input
Turn on the LINK!

For wireless setup, follow these instructions.

Maintaining the LINK is easy.

The LINK runs on a USB flash drive. If ever you run into problems, simply download the latest image and reflash it on a PC. Full instructions are here.

Hundreds of 3rd-Party Applications

Hundreds of free 3rd parties applications are available for the Neuros LINK. You can easily customize your unit by installing Skype, Games, Google Earth... see applications available and instructions here.

Specifications

The Neuros LINK is a near silent disc-less PC designed to be connected to your TV that comes with a wireless "Keymote"to control the unit from the comfort on your couch. Like a PC, it is customizable and expandable:

Dual Core 2.5Ghz CPU
1GB DDR SDRAM memory (expandable up to 8GB)
Up to 1080p H.264 video playback
Support an extensive list of video and audio formats: MPEG2, MPEG4, .vob, .mp4, .avi, .asf, .wmv, .mkv, .mp3, .aac, .ac3, Flac, Ogg, ...
HDMI (max resolution 1920x1200, 1080p), DVI, VGA outputs
High-definition 6-channel Audio output
Gigabit Ethernet
802.11n WiFi, up to 300Mbps
Software:
- Linux Ubuntu 64 bit 10.04 (lucid lynx) operating system
- Seamless integration with the free Neuros.TV= service
- Boxee as an internet and local media player
- Open-source video players (MPlayer, VLC, Totem). A comprehensive list of formats, containers and media can be found on the above websites.
- Transmission BitTorrent client pre-installed with Ubuntu
6 USB 2.0 High-speed Ports
Accessories included:
- Controller: 2.4 GHz wireless keyboard trackball controller
- Stand
Housing: 300mm x 90mm x 326mm (11.8" x 3.5" x 12.8")
Noise: under 27dB (20 dB for Phantom LINK)

Check out the Neuros LINK Technical Specification for more detailed information on the hardware, software, and setup.

Images

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FAQ

Press & Reviews

Device Guru: "...the Neuros Link strikes me as an irresistible gadget...What self-respecting geek wouldn’t want to snag one of these? ;-)" First impressions of the Neuros Link

Linux Planet: "This is MORE than just a set-top pc, it’s the convergence of tv, computer and internet...Go and BUY ONE NOW! You’ll regret it if you don’t."Neuros Link

Ars Technica: "...I think that the LINK is a great product for Linux fans who want a compact HTPC system that they can hack and extend..." Hands on: Neuros LINK, an Ubuntu-based media extender