Asus My Cinema U-3000 User manual

TV Tuner Card/Box
My Cinema-P7131D
My Cinema-P7131
My Cinema U3000

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Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................. v
Safety information .............................................................................. vi
About this guide ................................................................................ vii
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-2
1.3 Special features .................................................................... 1-3
Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 System requirements ........................................................... 2-2
2.2 Card/Box layout ................................................................... 2-2
2.3 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-4
2.4 Installation ............................................................................ 2-4
2.4.1 Installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card ......................... 2-4
2.4.2 Installing the ASUS Digital TV Box .......................... 2-5
2.5 Connecting cables and devices ............................................ 2-7
2.5.1 Digital/Analog TV card ........................................... 2-7
2.5.2 Digital TV box ......................................................... 2-8
Chapter 3: Software informationChapter 3: Software information
Chapter 3: Software informationChapter 3: Software information
Chapter 3: Software information
3.1 Device driver installation ...................................................... 3-2
3.1.1 Installing Microsoft
®
DirectX
®..........................................................
3-2
3.1.2 Installing the driver ................................................. 3-3
3.1.3 Uninstalling the drivers ........................................... 3-6
3.2 CyberLink
®
PowerCinema ...................................................... 3-7
3.2.1 Launching PowerCinema ......................................... 3-7
3.2.2 Optimizing your computer for multimedia .............. 3-8
3.2.3 Navigating through the home page ...................... 3-11
3.2.4 Using the player control panel .............................. 3-12
3.2.5 Using the remote control ..................................... 3-12
3.2.6 Settings ................................................................ 3-13
3.2.7 Watching TV ......................................................... 3-15
3.2.8 Watching movies .................................................. 3-20
3.2.9 Watching videos ................................................... 3-22
3.2.10 Enjoying music ...................................................... 3-23

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3.2.11 Viewing pictures ................................................... 3-26
3.2.12 Listening to FM radio ............................................ 3-29
3.2.13 Extras ................................................................... 3-31
3.3 MakeDVD (for Windows
®
XP only) ...................................... 3-32
3.4 PowerProducer (for Windows
®
XP only) ............................. 3-32
3.5 PowerDirector (for Windows
®
XP only) .............................. 3-33
3.6 ASUS Splendid .................................................................... 3-33
3.7 ASUS VideoSecurity Online................................................. 3-34
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix:Appendix:
Appendix: Reference informationReference information
Reference informationReference information
Reference information
A.1 Remote controller ................................................................. A-2
A.1.1 Analog/digital TV tuner card .................................. A-2
A.1.2 Digital TV tuner box ............................................... 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 StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
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
manufacturer’s 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 StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
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 CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.ICES-003.
ICES-003.ICES-003.
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 user’s authority to operate
this equipment.

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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
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 safetyOperation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
• 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 organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
This user guide contains the following parts:
••
••
•Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box.
••
••
•Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
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 informationChapter 3: Software information
Chapter 3: Software informationChapter 3: Software information
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 informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
Appendix: Reference information
This chapter includes information on the remote controller, the key
table, and international TV systems and standards.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
1.1.
1. ASUS websitesASUS websites
ASUS websitesASUS websites
ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2.2.
2.2.
2. Optional documentationOptional documentation
Optional documentationOptional documentation
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 guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
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:DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING:DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE:NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
TypographyTypography
TypographyTypography
Typography
Bold textBold text
Bold textBold text
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than
sign means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press
the Enter or Return key.
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys
simultaneously, the key names are linked with a
plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

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Chapter 1
Product introduction
This chapter describes the features
of the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box.

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1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS
®
TV Tuner Card/Box!
The ASUS
®
TV Tuner Card/Box integrates several multimedia functions that
allow you to transform your PC into the ultimate entertainment center.
With the ASUS
®
TV Tuner Card/Box, you can watch and record live TV,
capture and play back videos, make VCD/DVD movies, listen to MP3 music,
tune in to your favorite FM station, and view photos on your PC.
Bundled with the ASUS
®
remote controller and the CyberLink
®
PowerCinema
application, the ASUS
®
TV Tuner Card/Box offers performance,
functionality, and enjoyment.
Before you start installing the card/box, check the items in your package
with the list below.
Item DescriptionItem Description
Item DescriptionItem Description
Item Description
1. User guide
2. ASUS Driver and utility CD
3. Power Cinema software CD
4. Remote control
5. FM cable (for digital/analog hybrid TV card only)
6. Video-in and audio cable (for digital/analog hybrid TV card only)
7. Digital antenna cable (for digital/analog hybrid TV card only)
8. USB cable (for TV box only)
9. MCX-to-IEC adapter (for TV box only)
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
1.2 Package contents
Check your ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box package for the following items.
• Make sure you use the same TV standard for all devices.
• The digital TV antenna cable and analog TV cable may be connected
to the TV tuner card at the same time, but you cannot watch digital
TV programs and analog TV programs simultaneously.

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1.3 Special features
• Advanced Phillips video/audio decoder with two-bit video
analog-to-digital converter (ADC) for excellent video quality
• Integrated entertainment package allows you to watch TV, tune in to FM
radio, listen to MP3s, view DVD/VCD movies, organize pictures, and
watch videos on your computer
• Provides you with complete TV experience on your computer with
automatic channel scanning, channel surfing, and pre-scheduled recording
in MPEG 1/2 format
• Supports Stereo and Dual modes while watching TV
• Comes with a remote control for ultimate convenience
• Video-in connector for external video stream
• Allows you to capture/edit/author/burn your favorite videos and images
in one software package
• Allows you to build your own video security and monitoring system

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Chapter 2
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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2.1 System requirements
Before installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card/Box, make sure your computer
system meets the following requirements:
• Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 or AMD K7 system or higher
• One (1) available PCI slot
• At least 256 MB system memory (512 MB or more is recommended)
• Graphic caard with at leat 32 MB video memory
• Optical drive for driver installation
• At least 1 GB free hard disk space
• Microsoft
®
DirectX-compatible audio device
• Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP (Home/Professional Edition/
Media Center Edition 2005)
• Microsoft
®
DirectX 9.0 or higher
• Microsoft
®
Windows
®
Media Player 9 or higher
2.2 Card/Box layout
R
Video-Audio
Decoder
Audio-out port
Silicon
Tuner
Digital
Channel
Decoder
RF/FM-IN
CATV-IN
IR
VIDEO-IN
Digital/Analog TV cardDigital/Analog TV card
Digital/Analog TV cardDigital/Analog TV card
Digital/Analog TV card
FM radio/FM radio/
FM radio/FM radio/
FM radio/
Digital TV portDigital TV port
Digital TV portDigital TV port
Digital TV port
Analog TV antenna/Analog TV antenna/
Analog TV antenna/Analog TV antenna/
Analog TV antenna/
Cable TV portCable TV port
Cable TV portCable TV port
Cable TV port
IR receiver portIR receiver port
IR receiver portIR receiver port
IR receiver port
Audio-video portAudio-video port
Audio-video portAudio-video port
Audio-video port

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Analog TV cardAnalog TV card
Analog TV cardAnalog TV card
Analog TV card
R
Video-Audio
Decoder
Audio-out port
Silicon
Tuner
FM-IN
RF-IN
VIDEO-IN
IR
Drawings are for reference only. The actual card layout may vary.
FM radio portFM radio port
FM radio portFM radio port
FM radio port
Analog TV antenna/Analog TV antenna/
Analog TV antenna/Analog TV antenna/
Analog TV antenna/
Cable TV portCable TV port
Cable TV portCable TV port
Cable TV port
IR receiver portIR receiver port
IR receiver portIR receiver port
IR receiver port
Audio-video portAudio-video port
Audio-video portAudio-video port
Audio-video port
Digital TV BoxDigital TV Box
Digital TV BoxDigital TV Box
Digital TV Box
The ASUS MyCinema U3000 Digital TV Box allows your computer to receive
digital TV signal ( DVB-T only ).
Internal antennaInternal antenna
Internal antennaInternal antenna
Internal antenna
External antenna portExternal antenna port
External antenna portExternal antenna port
External antenna port
USB portUSB port
USB portUSB port
USB port
IR receiverIR receiver
IR receiverIR receiver
IR receiver

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2.4 Installation
• You can install the ASUS TV Tuner Card 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.
2.4.12.4.1
2.4.12.4.1
2.4.1 InstaInsta
InstaInsta
Installing the ASUS TV Tuner Cardlling the ASUS TV Tuner Card
lling the ASUS TV Tuner Cardlling the ASUS TV Tuner Card
lling 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
5
2.3 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, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure
Before you install or remove any component, ensure
that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the
that the ATX power supply is switched off or thethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the
that the ATX power supply is switched off or the
power cord is detached from the power supply.power cord is detached from the power supply.
power cord is detached from the power supply.power cord is detached from the power supply.
power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure
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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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2.4.22.4.2
2.4.22.4.2
2.4.2 InstaInsta
InstaInsta
Installing the ASUS Digital TV Boxlling the ASUS Digital TV Box
lling the ASUS Digital TV Boxlling the ASUS Digital TV Box
lling the ASUS Digital TV Box
To install the ASUS Digital TV Box:
1. Place the ASUS Digital 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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3. Connect the USB cord B series
plug to the USB 2.0 port the
ASUS Digital TV Box.
4. Pull out the internal antenna.
- or -
Plug in the external antenna
cable into the port on the ASUS
Digital TV Box.
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2.5 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.
or
CATV
Antenna
FM Radio
Video-in
(S-VHS)
port
Video-in
(Composite)
port
Audio-in (L)
port
Audio-in (R)
port
RF/FM-IN
CATV-IN
IR
Digital TV antenna
IR receiver
VIDEO-IN
2.5.12.5.1
2.5.12.5.1
2.5.1 Digital/Analog TV cardDigital/Analog TV card
Digital/Analog TV cardDigital/Analog TV card
Digital/Analog TV card
You may connect the Digital/Analog TV cardDigital/Analog TV card
Digital/Analog TV cardDigital/Analog TV card
Digital/Analog TV card to all devices as
shown in the illustration above. For the Analog TV cardAnalog TV card
Analog TV cardAnalog TV card
Analog TV card, you cannot
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USB AUSB A
USB AUSB A
USB A
series plugseries plug
series plugseries plug
series plug USB B series plugUSB B series plug
USB B series plugUSB B series plug
USB B series plug
DigitalDigital
DigitalDigital
Digital
TV boxTV box
TV boxTV box
TV box ExternalExternal
ExternalExternal
External
digitaldigital
digitaldigital
digital
antennaantenna
antennaantenna
antenna
2.5.22.5.2
2.5.22.5.2
2.5.2 Digital TV boxDigital TV box
Digital TV boxDigital TV box
Digital TV box
You cannot use the internal and external digital antennas at the same
time.
Internal digitalInternal digital
Internal digitalInternal digital
Internal digital
antennaantenna
antennaantenna
antenna