Asus O!Play HDP-R1: What’s in the Box

Posted on January 29th, 2010. Written by Rico.

Here’s what comes with each Asus O!Play HDP-R1, a device designed to plug into a TV or display, and play digital content stored on a connected hard drive or flash disk.

Yes, this device has no internal storage, something I’m sure will limit the HDP-R1′s appeal, if it weren’t for its sub-$100 price online (will get a local price ASAP, stay tuned). Here’s what comes with each HDP-R1:

• The player
• Remote with batteries
• Composite A/V cable
• AC adapter
• Quick start guide
• CD (user manual)

Pictures of the gadget follow (click on a thumbnail to see the full picture):

So how does the HDP-R1 connect to a TV, and what kind of devices does it pull content from? At the back of the unit are ports for a component (red, white, yellow), HDMI, S/PDIF, ethernet, and the power cord. On the side are the eSata and USB 2.0 ports. In other words, the HDP-R1 can work with practically any TV on the market today, and can show movies, music, and pictures stored on external hard disks and flash drives.

Stay tuned for a full review!