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# XMP 8550 and 8552

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for **installing and configuring PADS4 Viewer** on the **IAdea XMP-8550 / XMP-8552 (Android 12)** device.

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## **1. First-Time Use**

Before installation, ensure that the **PADS4 Server is set up and configured properly**.

<Note>
  The minimum **PADS4 Server version** required is **PADS4 Foundation 2023.1**.
</Note>

When you turn on the device for the first time, it will display the **Basic Settings** screen. ***(If not, reset the device as described in section 1.2 Resetting the Device.)***

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### **1.1 Prerequisites**

Before installing **PADS4IAdea** on the **IAdea XMP-8550 / XMP-8552**, ensure the following conditions are met:

* **OS:** Android 12
* **Firmware Version:** `4.0.2-48`
* **Network Connectivity:** Device must be connected to a network

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### **1.2 Resetting the Device**

If the device was used previously, perform a **factory reset** to clear storage and prevent software conflicts.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Open the **Basic Settings** on IAdea.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two">
    Click on **Advanced**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Select **System → Factory Default**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    Press **OK** to start the factory reset.
  </Step>
</Steps>

After resetting, the **Basic Settings screen** will appear.

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### **1.3 Checking Device Firmware**

To ensure full **PADS4 Viewer compatibility**, verify that the device is running firmware version **4.0.2-48**.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Open the **Basic Settings** menu.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two">
    Click on **Advanced**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Select **Information**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    The **Firmware Version** is displayed on the right side of the screen.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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### **1.4 Updating Device Firmware**

If the firmware is outdated, update it following **IAdea's official instructions**.

Firmware updates are available on the [**IAdea Support Page**](https://support.iadea.com/).

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## **2. Installing PADS4 Viewer**

Follow the steps below to install and configure **PADS4 Viewer on the IAdea XMP-8550 / XMP-8552**.

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### **2.1 Installing PADS4IAdea from USB Stick**

The **PADS4IAdea.apk** file is available on the **PADS4 Server** at:

```
https://[YourPADS4Server]/PADS4/apps  
```

Alternatively, download the latest version from [**here**](https://github.com/PADS4/PADS4-Viewer-IAdea/releases/latest) and place it in the **PADS4 Server apps directory**.

#### **Installation Steps**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Copy the **PADS4IAdea.apk** onto a **USB stick**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two">
    Insert the **USB stick** into the **IAdea XMP-8550 / XMP-8552** device.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Open **Basic Settings**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    Click on **Advanced**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Five">
    Click **three times** in the **lower right corner** of the **Advanced menu** to access Android.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Six">
    The **Android Home Screen** will now be visible.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Seven">
    Open the **File Manager app**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Eight">
    Allow **storage and USB permissions** if prompted.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Nine">
    Click on **Internal Storage** (top left), then select **USB Storage**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Ten">
    Select **PADS4IAdea.apk** and click **Install**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Eleven">
    Once installed, press **Open**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## **3. Configuring the Device for PADS4IAdea**

To ensure **PADS4 Viewer starts automatically**, update the device settings.

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### **3.1 Setting Automatic Start**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Open the **PADS4IAdea app** and click on **System Settings**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two">
    Click on **Advanced**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Select **Content → AppStart**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    Open the **Advanced submenu**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Five">
    In **Package Name**, enter:

    ```
    com.pads4.viewer.iadea  
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Six">
    Click **Set** to save the setting.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Seven">
    Click the **Back button** to return to **Basic Settings**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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### **3.2 Connecting to PADS4 Server**

**PADS4 Server Address Format:**

```
protocol://host:port/hostpath/  
```

* **Protocol:** `http` or `https` (depends on SSL certificate).
* **Host:** DNS name or **IP address** of **PADS4 Server**.
* **Port:** *(Optional - specify only if using non-default ports).*
* **Host Path:** Configured in **System Management** *`(default: PADS4)`*.

#### **Connection Steps**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Enter the **PADS4 Server Location**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two - *Optional*">
    Specify a **Viewer Name** (if left blank, PADS4 will generate one).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Press **Start**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    Grant **permission to permanently store content** when prompted.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Five">
    **Chrome will update** in the background, and the app will restart.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## **4. Updating PADS4 Viewer & PADS4IAdea App**

The **PADS4 Viewer & PADS4IAdea app** will **automatically update** when the **PADS4 Server** is updated.

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## **5. Supported Features & Capabilities**

| Feature | Description                                                                                    |
| :-----: | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
|    ✅    | **Automatic Software Updates** – Updates when the **PADS4 Server** updates.                    |
|    ✅    | **Offline Mode** – The device continues running presentations for **7 days** while offline.    |
|    ✅    | **HTTP & HTTPS Support**                                                                       |
|    ✅    | **Cluster Viewer Support**                                                                     |
|    ✅    | **Maximum 2 Videos per Page** – Supports **Seamless Video, Rotation, Reflection, Skew, Flip**. |
|    ❌    | **Streaming Video** – Not supported.                                                           |
|    ✅    | **PowerPoint & PDF Elements** – *(PowerPoint requires installation on PADS4 Server)*.          |
|    ✅    | **Device Management** – Remote control via **PADS4 CTRL Center & PADS4 Agent**.                |
|    ✅    | **Reboot & Restart Viewer** – Supported.                                                       |
|    ❌    | **Wake-on-LAN** – Not supported.                                                               |
|    ✅    | **Proof of Play Tracking** – Monitors content playback history.                                |