User manual PINNACLE PCTV 40I

[. . . ] No warranty is made as to the specifications of features. Pinnacle Systems GmbH retains the right to make alterations to the content of the manual without obligation to inform third parties. All quotes, sales, supply and manufacturing contracts from Pinnacle Systems GmbH, including consulting, installation and other contractual services are subject exclusively to the General Sales and Delivery Terms of Pinnacle Systems GmbH. Disposal and Recycling Do not dispose of electric components in the garbage. [. . . ] 8 Bus System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Video Decoder / Demodulator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 TV Tuner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 TV Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Video Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Antenna Input Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Remote Input Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Audio Output Terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 i Introduction Congratulations on becoming the proud owner of a PCTV Analog PCI/Dazzle*TV!Starting today, you can use your PCTV Analog PCI/Dazzle*TV to receive broadcasts on your PC TV (via cable or antenna) and FM radio ­ and everything in stereo. Plus, you can use the analog video input, for example, to digitize your old video cassettes. Together with the full version of the Pinnacle MediaCenter software, you can use your PCTV Analog PCI/Dazzle*TV to not only enjoy live TV and live radio but also timeshifted television or radio, as well as high quality recordings of shows on your hard drive and writable DVDs. You also get access to the free information services, teletext and the electronic program guide (EPG). These services let you simply and easily access the information you want at any time, as well as schedule the shows you want to record. And now have fun with your PCTV Analog PCI/Dazzle*TV! 1 Package Contents PCTV Analog PCI/Dazzle*TV card Video adapter Internal audio cable (illustration is a sample) Installation CD Remote control with batteries and receiver cable (illustrations are samples) Quick Install Guide PDF files on CD-ROM: User Manual, hardware operating instructions, remote control operating instructions Depending on the version of your product, package contents may vary. 2 System Requirements Your system must satisfy the following requirements in order for your PCTV Analog PCI/Dazzle*TV to function smoothly: Computer Hardware Minimum: Pentium IV 1. 8 GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon XP Recommended: Pentium IV 2. 4 GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon 64 Working memory Minimum: 256 MB RAM Recommended: 512 MB RAM Hard disk Minimum: IDE hard disk with master mode drivers and 5 GB free disk space Recommended: U-DMA hard disk with 20 GB free disk space Graphics card Minimum: DirectX 8-compatible graphics card Recommended: DirectX 9-compatible (or higher) graphics card Sound card Minimum: DirectX 9-compatible sound card Expansion slot PCI 2. 3-compatible expansion slot CD-ROM / DVD-ROM drive or recorder Minimum: CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive Recommended: CD or DVD recorder Computer Software Windows XP (Home Edition, Professional Edition or Media Center Edition 2005) with the latest Service Pack 3 For Your Own Safety If you purchased your PCTV Analog PCI/Dazzle*TV together with a PC and it is already installed, skip the following chapters and continue with the chapter "Connecting the Equipment". In the interest of your own safety and the flawless functioning of your new PCTV Analog PCI/Dazzle*TV and computer system, note the following: Computer components are sensitive to static charge. Divert any electrostatic charge from your body before touching the components with your hands or any tools. Before opening the computer, make sure that the power plug is disconnected from the wall outlet. 4 Hardware Installation Preparing Installation The only tool you need for the installation is a screwdriver. [. . . ] 2. 3 Video Decoder / Demodulator Philips SAA7131 TV Tuner Philips TDA 8275A The frequency range is 45. 75 to 863. 25 MHz. TV Formats PAL / SECAM / NTSC Video Input Mini-DIN 4-pole for S-Video or Composite Video (Cinch, via adapter) Antenna Input Terminals 75 Ohm IEC radio (optional F-connector adapter) 75 Ohm IEC TV (optional F-connector adapter) Remote Input Terminal Remote input terminal for connecting the optional receiver cable included in the package 8 Audio Output Terminal Internal audio output terminal (to the sound card) via a 4-pole connector, 2. 54 mm pitch: 1. Right 9 Konformitätserklärung nach ISO/IEC Guide 22 Declaration of conformity in accordance with ISO/IEC Guide 22 Anbieter / Supplier : Anschrift / Address : Produkt / Product : Nr. / No 1. 00 Pinnacle Systems GmbH Frankfurter Strasse 3c 38122 Braunschweig, Germany PCTV 110i Das oben beschriebene Produkt ist konform mit: / The product described above is in conformity with: Dokument-Nr. [. . . ]