Avermedia C283S User manual

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User Manual
Capture Box
C283S

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SafetyPrecautions
Pleasereadallofthesafetyprecautionsbeforeusingtheproduct.
Thefollowingsymbolsareusedtoindicateimportantinformation:
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PrecautionsonPower 
zDonotplugtoomanydevicesintoasocket.Itmaycauseanoverloadandresultinanelectricshockorfire.
zDonottouchtheplugwithwethands.Itmaycauseanelectricshockorfire.
zDonotplaceheavyobjectsonthepowercableorbenditseverely.Itmaycauseafire.
zKeeptheproductawayfrommoistureanddust.Itmaycauseanelectricshockandfire.
zPleasedisassembletheproductafterturningitoff.Donotdisassembletheproductwhilethepowerison.Itmaycausean
electricshockorburn.
InstallationPrecautions
zDonotinstallaroundanyheatsourcessuchasradiators,heatregisters,orcookingappliances.
zDonotplaceanymagneticobjectsaroundtheproduct.ItmaydamagethedatainyourHDD.Wewillnotbeliableinany
wayfordamagesasaconsequenceoflossorrecoveryofinformationintheHDD.
zDonotdroptheproductorcauseittobesubjecttosevereimpactonit.Itcancausetheproducttomalfunction.
zMakesurethattheproductispoweredoffbeforeanyattempttoconnectthepowerandA/Vcables.
zDonotaltertheproduct.Itcancauseafireandwillvoidthewarrantee.
UsagePrecautions
zWearenotliableforanypersonalorconfidentialinformationstoredintheHDDifitisdamagedbystrongimpactorabuse.
Customersshouldbackuptheirdatabeforereturningtheunitforrepair.
zDonotcauseanystrongimpacttotheproduct.TheHDDortheproductitselfcanbedamageandmalfunction.
zDonotconnectthecableswhentheproductison.
PrecautionsonHDD
zWhendetachingaHDDwhichhasrecentlybeenused,pleasewaitfortheunittocool.AhotHDDcancauseaseriousburn. 
MaintainingtheProduct 
zNevercleantheproductwithfurniturewax,benzeneorothervolatileliquidssincetheymaycorrodethecabinet.
zPleasecleantheproductwithdry&softclothafterunpluggingthepoweradapter.
zDonotturnofftheproductwhileupgradingfirmware(F/W).Itmaycausemalfunction.
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CAUTION:
Theexclamationpointwithinanequilateraltriangleisintendedtoalertthe
usertothepresenceofimportantoperatingandmaintenance(servicing)
instructionsinthedocumentationsaccompanyingtheappliance. 
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WARNING:
Thelightningflashwitharrowheadsymbol,withinanequilateraltriangle,is
intendedtoalerttheusertothepresenceofuninsulated“dangerous
voltage”withintheproduct’senclosurethatmaybeofsufficientmagnitude
toconstituteariskofelectricshocktopersons.

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ImportantSafetyInstructions
Readtheseoperatinginstructionscarefullybeforeusingtheunit.Followthesafetyinstructionsontheunitandtheapplicable
safetyinstructionslistedbelow.Keeptheseoperatinginstructionshandyforfuturereference.
1. Readtheseinstructions.
2. Keeptheseinstructions.
3. Heedallwarnings.
4. Followallinstructions.
5. Donotusethisapparatusnearwater.
6. Cleanonlywithdrycloth.
7. Donotblockanyventilationopenings.Installinaccordancewithmanufacturerinstructions.
8. Donotinstallnearanyheatsourcessuchasradiators,heatregisters,stoves,orotherapparatus(includingamplifiers)that
produceheat.
9. Donotdefeatthesafetypurposeofthepolarizedorgrounding‐typeplug.Apolarizedplughastwobladeswithonewider
thantheother.Agroundingtypeplughastwobladesandathirdgroundingprong.Thewidebladeorthethirdprongare
providedforyoursafety.Iftheprovidedplugdoesnotfitintoyouroutlet,consultanelectricianforreplacementofthe
obsoleteoutlet.
10. Protectthepowercordfrombeingwalkedonorpinchedparticularlyatplugs,conveniencereceptacles,andthepoint
wheretheyexitfromtheapparatus.
11. Onlyuseattachments/accessoriesspecifiedbythemanufacturer.
12. Unplugthisapparatusduringlightningstormsorwhenunusedforalongperiodoftime.
13. Referallservicingtoqualifiedservicepersonnel.Servicingisrequiredwhentheapparatushasbeendamagedinanyway,
suchaspower‐supplycordorplugisdamaged,liquidhasbeenspilledorobjectshavefallenintotheapparatus,the
apparatushasbeenexposedtorainormoisture,doesnotoperatenormally,orhasbeendropped.
14. Useonlywithcart,stand,tripod,bracket,ortablespecifiedbythemanufacturer,orsoldwiththeapparatus.Whenacartis
used,usewithcautionwhenmovingthecart/apparatuscombinationtoavoidinjuryfromtip‐over.
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BatterySafetyInformation
zStorethebatteriesinacooldryplace.
zDonotdisposeofusedbatteriesindomesticwaste.Disposeofbatteriesatspecialcollectionpointsorreturntopointof
saleifapplies.
zRemovethebatteriesduringlongperiodsofnon‐use.Alwaysremoveexhaustedbatteriesfromtheremotecontrol.Battery
leakageandcorrosioncandamagethisremotecontrol,disposeofbatteriessafely.
zDonotmixoldandnewbatteries.
zDonotmixdifferenttypesofbatteries:alkaline,standard(carbon‐zinc)orrechargeable(nickel‐cadmium).
zDonotdisposeofbatteriesinafire.Thebatteriesmayexplodeorleak.
zNevershortcircuitthebatteryterminals.
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EuropeanCommunityComplianceStatement
ClassB
ThisproductisherewithconfirmedtocomplywiththerequirementssetoutintheCouncilDirectivesonthe
approximationofthelawsoftheMemberStatesrelatingtoElectromagneticCompatibilityDirective(EMC)2004/
108/EC,LowVoltageDirective(LVD)2006/95/ECandEnergy‐relatedProductsDirective(ErP)
2009/125/EC.
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WASTEELECTRICALANDELECTRONICEQUIPMENT(WEEE)
ThemarkofCrossed‐outwheeledbinindicatesthatthisproductmustnotbedisposedofwithyourother
householdwaste.Instead,youneedtodisposeofthewasteequipmentbyhandingitovertoadesignated
collectionpointfortherecyclingofwasteelectricalandelectronicequipment.Formoreinformationaboutwhere
todropoffyourwasteequipmentforrecycling,pleasecontactyourhouseholdwastedisposalserviceortheshop
whereyoupurchasedtheproduct.
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FCCComplianceStatement(UnitedStates)
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FCCClassBPart15
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFederalCommunicationsCommission(FCC)Rules.TheFCCIDforthisdeviceis
L6ARCR10BW.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwoconditions:
zThisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference.
zThisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycauseundesiredoperation.
CAUTION:
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.
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the
manufacturer’sinstructions,maycauseinterferenceharmfultoradiocommunications.
Thereisnoguarantee,however,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:
zReorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
zIncreasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
zConnecttheequipmenttoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
zConsultthedealeroranexperiencedradioorTVtechnicianforhelp.
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ICES‐003(Canada)
"ThisBdigitalapparatuscomplieswithCanadianICES‐003.
CetappareilnumeriquedelaBestconformealanormeNMB‐003duCanada."
BSMIRegistrationofProductCertification(Taiwan)
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Disclaimer&Copyright
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form,orbyanymeans(Electronic,mechanical,photocopy,recording,orotherwise)withoutpriorwrittenpermissionof
AVerMediaTechnologies,Inc.
Informationinthisdocumentissubjecttochangewithoutnotice.AVerMediaTechnologies,Inc.reservestherighttomodify,
change,improveorenhanceitsproductsandtomakechangesinthecontentwithoutobligationtonotifyanypersonor
organizationofsuchchanges.Pleasevisitavermedia.comtogettheupdatesoftheoperationanduseofAVerMediaproducts.
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ThissoftwareuseslibrariesfromtheLibavprojectundertheLGPLv2.1.
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Specifications
ProductNameCaptureBox
ModelNo.C283S
Power
InputRating12V 1.5A
PowerConsumption<7W(powerconsumptionofharddrivenotincluded)
StandbyPowerConsumption<1W
AdapterRatingInput:100‐240V~,50‐60Hz0.5AMax.Output:12V 1.5A
Dimension
Size164mm(W)x57mm(H)x124mm(D)
Weight335g
EnvironmentalCondition
OperatingTem peratu re 0~40
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SystemRequirements
zTV/monitorwithcomponentvideo(YPrPb)input
zTV/monitorwith720por1080iresolution(recommended)
zSet‐topboxwithcomponentvideo(YPrPb)output
zNTFS‐formattedharddrivewithcapacitygreaterthan320GBisrecommended
(Thesupportedmaximumstoragecapacityoftheharddriveis2TB.)
zHarddriveishighlypreferredoverflashdrivetominimizetheriskofrecordingfailure
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Table of Content
Chapter 1 Package Contents ......................................................... 2
Chapter 2 The Unit Parts ................................................................ 4
2.1 Touch Button Control Panel .................................................................4
2.2 Infrared Sensor....................................................................................4
2.3 LED Indicator.......................................................................................5
2.4 Connection Ports .................................................................................6
2.4.1 Front View…………………………………………………………………...6
2.4.2 Rear View……………………………………………………………………6
Chapter 3 Installation & First Time Setup..................................... 7
3.1 Hardware Installation ...........................................................................7
3.2 Storage Device Installation ................................................................13
3.2.1 USB Storage Device Insertion……………………………………………13
3.2.2 HDD Installation and Removal…………………………………………...13
3.3 Setup Wizard .....................................................................................19
3.4 Supported Resolutions ......................................................................24
Chapter 4 The Remote Control .................................................... 25
Chapter 5 Instant Recording ........................................................ 27
Chapter 6 The OSD Menu Display ............................................... 30
6.1 Recordings and Snapshots................................................................31
6.2 File Management ...............................................................................35
6.3 Schedule Recording ..........................................................................40
6.4 Settings..............................................................................................44
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Thank you for purchasing the Capture Box. Please read this user manual carefully to ensure proper
use of this product. We recommend you to keep it for future reference.
Chapter 1 Package Contents
Please confirm that the package contains the following items. If any of the package contents are missing
or damaged, please contact the distributor immediately.
Capture Box
Power Adapter
Power Adapter Outlet Module
Component Video Cable x2
RCA Audio Cable x2

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IR Blaster Cable
User Manual
Quick Guide
Remote Control (Batteries Included)
zThe accessories that come with the package may slightly vary depending on different sales regions.
zAVerMedia regularly releases the latest version of firmware for the Capture Box. Having the latest
firmware enhances the functionality of the Capture Box. To download the latest firmware file, please go to
www.avermedia.com and then enter the model name in Product Search field. Firmware file is available on
the product information page. (See p.47 for details)

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Chapter 2 The Unit Parts
2.1 Touch Button Control Panel
The touch button panel found on the front of the unit provides quick access to commonly used functions.
# Buttons Descriptions
1
Record
Press to start / stop recording.
2
Power
Press to turn the unit on / into stand-by mode.
*If the device is crashed, press and hold for 4 seconds to force shutdown.
2.2 Infrared Sensor
When using the remote control, aim it at the infrared (IR) sensor located at the front panel of the unit.
The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the IR sensor to
function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor should not exceed 6 meters
(20 feet).

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2.3 LED Indicator
The LED indicators on the front of the unit show the device’s status.
1 Red LED indicator 2 Green/Blue LED indicator
While the device is… The Green/Blue LED indicator…
On Glows solid green
Off / in standby mode Lights off
Starting up / Powering off / Upgrading its
firmware Flashes green continuously
Having problems Alternates between green and blue
Receiving a remote control signal Flashes green once
While the device is… The Red LED indicator…
Under recording mode Flashes red continuously
Accepting a snapshot command Flashes red once

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2.4 Connection Ports
1 USB slot
1 Component video output 4 IR Blaster Port
2 RCA Audio L/R output 5 Component video input
3 DC-IN 6 RCA Audio L/R input
2.4.1 Front View
2.4.2 Rear View
zUSB slot is for external USB storage device connection as well as for firmware upgrade via USB storage
device.
zUSB hub is not supported.

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Chapter 3 Installation & First Time Setup
3.1 Hardware Installation
Please follow the steps below to properly connect the Capture Box and your TV / STB.
Step 1
Connecting the Capture Box to Your STB Using Component Video Cable
Connect one end of the component video cable to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN port on the rear of the
Capture Box and the other end to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (colored red, green, and blue) port
on the STB.
zBefore making the connections, make sure to set STB’s video output to “Component” and adjust its output
resolution to 1080i or below. Then power your STB off.
zIf you would like to install internal hard drive, install it before making the connections.
zMake sure that the cables are firmly connected and that neither of the cables are loose. If any of the cables are
loose or disconnected, there may be a loss of signal or screen color problems.

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Step 2
Connecting the Capture Box to Your STB Using Composite Audio Cable
Connect one end of the composite audio cable to the AUDIO IN port on the rear of the Capture Box
and the other end to the AUDIO OUT (colored red and white) port on the STB.
Step3
Connecting the Capture Box to Your TV Using Component Video Cable
Connect one end of the component video cable to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT port on the rear of
the device and the other end to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN (colored green, blue, and red) port on
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Step 4
Connecting the Capture Box to Your TV Using Composite Audio Cable
Connect one end of the composite audio cable to the AUDIO OUT port on the rear of the device and
the other end to the AUDIO IN (colored white and red) port on your TV.
Step 5
Connecting the Capture Box to Your STB Using IR Blaster Cable
Use a soft cloth to gently clean and remove the dust on the infrared (IR) sensor of your STB.
Connect the IR Blaster cable to the IR BLASTER port on the rear of the device. Make sure you snap the
cable securely in place. Then stick the IR emitter with double sided tape right to the STB IR sensor
window. To make sure it is properly attached, use your thumb to secure the emitter with a little pressure
for at least 3 seconds.

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Step 5
Powering on Your STB
Power on your STB.
Step 6
Installing the Power Adapter
Slide the Power Adapter Outlet Module into the groove on the Power Adapter.
The location of IR sensor window on STB varies. To find the exact location of the IR sensor, refer to the guide
that comes with your STB.

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Step 7
Connecting the Power Adapter
Connect the Power Adapter connector to the DC-IN port on the rear of the device. Then plug the power
adapter to a wall outlet.
Step 8
Powering on the Capture Box
Press the power button on the front panel of the device.
Or
Aim the remote control at the infrared sensor located on the front panel of the device. Then press
Power on the remote.
The LED indicator then lights up green, indicating that the device is on.

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Step 9
Check Video on TV screen
Make sure that there is video displayed on TV screen.
If your TV is not displaying video properly, please check the followings:
zMake sure that your TV is set on the correct input source (COMPONENT IN). Switch video input by pressing
the input selection button ("Input"/"Source"/"TV/AV") on the TV remote control.
Supported resolutions vary depending on the TV model in use. For details, please refer to the guide that
comes with your TV.
zCheck video output settings of your STB.
zPower off the Capture Box and then make sure that the device is connected properly and with the proper
cables.
zIf there is still no video signal on TV, refer to FAQ at www.avermedia.com for further troubleshooting.

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3.2 Storage Device Installation
The Capture Box supports 2.5inch internal hard drive (with both 9.5mm and 12.5mm height) and
external USB hard drive. You can choose to save the recorded files and snapshots either to the internal
HDD or your external USB drive.
Connect your portable USB hard drive to the USB port on the front of the Capture Box.
3.2.1 USB Storage Device Insertion
3.2.2 HDD Installation and Removal
zIt is highly recommended to use a new unformatted hard drive or a hard drive formatted as NTFS file
system. The supported maximum storage capacity of the hard drive is 2TB.
zBefore installing or removing the internal HDD, please disconnect the power supply from the Capture Box to avoid
data loss.
zRemoving internal HDD immediately after powering-off may cause personal injury due to heat. Please wait until
the HDD cools down completely (it takes approximately 10 minutes) before any attempt to remove it.
zIt is highly recommended to use an NTFS-formatted internal hard drive.
If you would like to use an external hard drive, do not remove your portable USB hard drive before an incoming
schedule starts; otherwise, the scheduled task may fail to start.
zTo avoid recording failure, if the hard drive is removed and then re-plugged, please go to Menu > Settings > Disk
Management > Storage Destination to re-select desired storage destination for both recorded files and
snapshots.
zTo avoid data loss, please safely remove your external storage device before unplug it from the Capture Box (See
p.34 for details).