Asus My Cinema Series User manual

TV Tuner Card/Box
My Cinema Series

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E2583
Revised Edition V3
April 2006
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Contents
Notices .......................................................................................................... v
Safety information ...................................................................................... vi
About this guide ........................................................................................ vii
Chapter 1: Hardware information
1.1 System requirements ................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Card/Box layout ............................................................................ 1-2
1.3 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 1-7
1.4 Installation .................................................................................... 1-8
1.4.1 Installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card ................................. 1-8
1.4.2 Installing the ASUS USB TV Box .................................... 1-9
1.4.3 Installing the ASUS TV Express Card ............................. 1-9
1.5 Connecting cables and devices ................................................ 1-10
1.5.1 Quadri PCI-E TV card ................................................... 1-10
1.5.2 Hybrid TV card ...............................................................1-11
1.5.3 USB TV box .................................................................. 1-12
1.5.4 DVBT Express Card ...................................................... 1-13
1.5.5 Hybrid Express Card ..................................................... 1-13
1.5.6 DVBT USB TV box ........................................................ 1-13
1.5.7 Hybrid USB TV box ....................................................... 1-13
Chapter 2: Software information
2.1 Device driver installation ............................................................. 2-2
2.1.1 Installing Microsoft® DirectX® ......................................... 2-2
2.1.2 Installing the driver .......................................................... 2-3
2.1.3 Uninstalling the drivers .................................................... 2-7
2.2 CyberLink® PowerCinema (optional) ....................................2 -8
(for Windows® XP only)
2.2.1 Launching PowerCinema ................................................ 2-8
2.2.2 Optimizing your computer for multimedia ....................... 2-9
2.2.3 Navigating through the home page ............................... 2-12
2.2.4 Using the player control panel ...................................... 2-13
2.2.5 Using the remote control ............................................... 2-13
2.2.6 Settings ......................................................................... 2-14
2.2.7 Watching TV .................................................................. 2-16
2.2.8 Watching movies ........................................................... 2-21

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2.2.9 Watching videos ............................................................ 2-23
2.2.10 Enjoying music ............................................................. 2-24
2.2.11 Viewing pictures ............................................................ 2-27
3.2.12 Listening to FM radio .................................................... 2-30
2.2.13 Extras ............................................................................ 2-32
2.3 MakeDVD (for Windows® XP only) ...................................2-33
2.4 PowerProducer (for Windows® XP only) ..........................2-33
2.5 PowerDirector (for Windows® XP only) ............................2-34
2.6 ASUS Splendid ........................................................................... 2-34
2.7 ASUS VideoSecurity Online ...................................................... 2-35
2.8 ASUS EZVCR .............................................................................. 2-36
Appendix: Reference information
A.1 Remote controller (optional) ....................................................... A-2
A.1.1 39-key remote controller .................................................A-2
A.1.2 21-key remote controller .................................................A-4
A.2 International TV systems and standards (Analog TV) ..............A-6
A.3 International TV systems and standards (DVB-T) .....................A-8

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturerʼs
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the userʼs authority to operate this equipment.

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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power
cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If
possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add
a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure
that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If
you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact
your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• The ASUS My Cinema U-3000 TV Box becomes hot after prolonged use.
Handle the TV Box with care to prevent discomfort from heat exposure.
The heat will not affect the operation of the TV box so you may continue
using it as desired.
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read
all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product
in any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring
the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box.
How this guide is organized
This user guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box.
• Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform
when installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box.
• Chapter 3: Software information
This chapter gives information on how to install device drivers and
applications for the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box.
• Appendix: Reference information
This chapter includes information on the remote controller, the key table, and
international TV systems and standards.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and
software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.

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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.

ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box
Chapter 1
Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup
procedures that you have to perform
when installing the ASUS TV Tuner
Card/Box.

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RF/FM-IN
CATV-IN
IR
VIDEO-IN
DVB-S2
1.1 System requirements
Before installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box, make sure your computer system
meets the following requirements:
• : :
1.2 Card/Box layout
Quadri PCI-E TV card
FM radio/
DVBT TV port
Analog TV port
IR receiver port
Audio-video port
DVB-S2 TV port
Item Description
Slot For PCI TV tuner card : One available PCI slot
For PCI-E TV tuner card: One available PCI Express slot
For TV box: One available USB 2.0 port
For TV express card: One available Express Card port
Processor For notebook: Intel® Pentium® M or above is recommended
For PC: Intel® Pentium® 4 2.6 GHz equivalent is recommended
Memory At least 256 MB system memory (512 MB or more is recommended)
Graphics
card
Graphics card with at least 32 MB video memory
Optical
drive
CD-ROM for driver installation
Hard disk
space
At least 1 GB free hard disk space
Audio Microsoft® DirectX-compatible audio device
Operating
system
Microsoft® Windows® XP (Home/Professional Edition)
Software/
utilities
Microsoft® DirectX 9.0 or higher
Microsoft® Windows® Media Player 9 or higher
Drawings are for reference only. The actual device layout may vary.

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RF/FM-IN
CATV-IN
IR
VIDEO-IN
Hybrid PCI TV cards
FM radio/
DVBT TV port
Analog TV port
IR receiver port
Audio-video port
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CATV-IN
DVBT/Analog TV port

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Analog PCI TV cards
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FM-IN
RF-IN
VIDEO-IN
IR
FM radio port
Analog TV port
IR receiver port
Audio-video port
R
RF-IN
Analog TV port

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DVBT USB TV boxes
Refer to the LED information table on page 1-7.
DVBT TV-in port
IR receiver
Internal antenna
LEDs
USB port
Digital TV-in port
(for external/roof anterna)
The internal antenna provides easy portability and more chances of digital TV
reception when the roof antenna or the external antenna is not available.

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DVBT Express card
Hybrid Express card
LED Digital TV-in port
LED Analog/Digital TV-in port
Hybrid USB TV box
DVBT/AnalogTV-in port
Refer to the LED information table on page 1-7.

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ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box
LED information
For models with two (2) LEDs
Color Description
LED 1 Good signal
LED 2 Poor signal
For models with one (1) LED
Color Description
LED On Good signal
LED Off Poor signal
1.3 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install the ASUS TV Tuner
Card/Box.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal
object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to
avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Keep all components, such as the host adapter, in their antistatic bag
until you are ready to install them. Likewise, whenever you uninstall any
component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came
with it.
• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power
supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power
supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,
peripherals,

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1.4 Installation
• You can install the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box only on a motherboard with a
PCI slot.
• Illustrations in this section are provided only for reference. Your system
chassis and configuration may differ from what is shown.
1.4.1 Installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card
To install the ASUS TV Tuner Card:
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the system unit cover. Refer to the documentation that came with
your system for detailed instructions.
3. Locate the PCI bus expansion slot.
Make sure this slot is unobstructed.
4. Unlock the expansion card cover.
5. Remove the metal cover opposite
the slot that you intend to use.
Metal covers
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7. Replace the expansion card lock to
secure the card to the chassis.
PCI card
6. Align the card connector with the
slot and press firmly until the card
is completely seated on the slot.
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1.4.2 Installing the ASUS USB TV Box
To install the ASUS USB TV Box:
1. Place the ASUS USB TV Box on a flat, stable surface close to your computer.
2. Connect the USB cord A series plug to the USB 2.0 port on your computer.
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1.4.3 Installing the ASUS TV Express Card
To install the ASUS TV Express Card:
1. Place your notebook or desktop computer on a flat, stable surface.
2. Locate the Express Card port.
3. Connect the ASUS TV Express Card to the Express Card port on your
computer.

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1.5 Connecting cables and devices
There are various types of cable TV (CATV) and antenna connections. Consult
your dealer for the type of adaptor, splitter, A/B switch, or combiner that may be
required when connecting the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box to devices.
The ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box can receive up to 100 channels. If you do not have
a CATV system, you may use an indoor or outdoor antenna that carries only VHF
channels, or only UHF channels, or VHF and UHF channels to connect to the
ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box.
1.5.1 Quadri PCI-E TV card
Audio-in (L) port
or
IR receiver
RF/FM-IN
CATV-IN
IR
VIDEO-IN
DVB-S2
DVB-S2 TV antenna
Digital TV antenna
FM Radio
Audio-in (R) port
Video-in
(Composite) port
Video-in
(S-VHS) port
Antenna
CATV

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1.5.2 Hybrid TV card
You may connect the Hybrid TV card to all devices as shown in the illustration
above. For the Analog TV card, you cannot connect the digital TV antenna.
or
RF/FM-IN
CATV-IN
IR
VIDEO-IN
Audio-in (L) port
IR receiver
Digital TV antenna
FM Radio
Audio-in (R) port
Video-in
(Composite) port
Video-in
(S-VHS) port
Antenna
CATV

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USB A
series plug USB B series plug
Digital TV
box External digital
antenna
Internal digital
antenna
1.5.3 USB TV box
• The ASUS My Cinema U3000 TV Box has an internal antenna. You may
use it, or you may also connect an external antenna/roof antenna to the
U3000 through an MCX-to-IEC adapter.
• You cannot use the internal and external digital antennas at the same
time, so you need to specify which antenna you will use. See page 3-6 for
details.
• The internal antenna provides easy portability and more chances of
digital TV reception when the roof antenna or the external antenna is not
available.