Pinnacle PCTV 7010IX User manual

PCTV 7010iX
Hardware

PCTV 7010iX Hardware
GB January 2006
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Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................... 1
Package Contents .................................................................................................. 2
Recommended System Requirements................................................................... 3
For Your Own Safety ............................................................................................ 4
Hardware Installation ............................................................................................ 5
Preparing Installation......................................................................................... 5
Using PCTV 7010iX Hardware......................................................................... 6
After Installation ................................................................................................ 6
Connecting the Equipment .................................................................................... 7
Tips on DVB-T reception...................................................................................... 8
Technical Data....................................................................................................... 9
Declaration of conformity in accordance with ISO/IEC Guide 22………….….11

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Introduction
Congratulations on becoming the proud owner of a Pinnacle PCTV 7010iX!
PCTV 7010iX is a PCI Express 6 in 1 TV card. It allows you to receive digital
TV and radio (DVB-T and DVB-S), analog TV and FM radio. Depending on the
antenna signals connected, computer performance and the software you are
using, you can freely choose the four channels to be received/recorded at the
same time:
2 DVB-T channels (TV or radio)
plus
2 DVB-S channels (TV or radio)
or
1 analog channel (TV or radio)
plus
1 DVB-T channel (TV or radio)
plus
2 DVB-S channels (TV or radio)
or
2 analog channels (TV or radio)
plus
2 DVB-S channels (TV or radio)
Plus, you can use the analog video input, for example, to digitize your old video
cassettes.
Digital satellite TV (DVB-S), as well as digital terrestrial TV (DVB-T), offers
an expansive channel selection with excellent picture and audio quality.
Additional services, such as interactive TV and IP data reception, are also
available. Further information on DVB-T and DVB-S can be found on the
internet at www.dvb.org.
And now have fun with your PCTV 7010iX!

Package Contents
PCTV 7010iX
(illustration is a sample)
Video adapter or multi-connector cable
IEC adapter for FM antenna (optional) Remote control with batteries and
receiver cable
(illustrations are samples)
Installation CD 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.
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Recommended System Requirements
Your system must satisfy the following requirements in order for your
PCTV 7010iX to function smoothly:
Bus System
PCI Express Rev. 3.0
Processor
Pentium D with 3.0 GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon 4800
Working memory
512 MB RAM
Hard disk
U-DMA hard disk with 20 GB free disk space
Graphics card
DirectX 9-compatible graphics card
Sound card
DirectX 9-compatible sound card
CD-/DVD burner
Operating system
Windows XP (Home Edition, Professional Edition or Media Center Edition
2005) with the latest Service Pack

For Your Own Safety
If you purchased your PCTV 7010iX together with a PC and it is already
installed, skip the next few chapters and continue with the chapter "Connecting
the Equipment".
In the interest of your own safety and the flawless functioning of your new
PCTV 7010iX 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.
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Hardware Installation
Preparing Installation
The only tool you need for the installation is a screwdriver.
Divert any possible electrostatic charge from your body by touching the
casing of your PC.
Turn off your computer and all peripheral devices. Disconnect the computer
from the power supply and all necessary components.
Loosen the computer cover screws and remove the cover.
Select a free PCI Express slot. Remove the slot cover at the back of the
computer. Make sure to keep the screws in a safe place.
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Using PCTV 7010iX Hardware
Insert the card into the PCI Express slot. To do so, hold the card at the top
and push it down into the slot while applying even pressure at both ends.
Press down on the upper edge so that the card fits firmly in the slot.
If you cannot easily insert the card into the slot, do not use force since this
may bend the contact springs on the socket connector. Instead, remove the
card and try to insert it again.
After Installation
After you have inserted the hardware, tighten the card retaining bracket
firmly on the back of the computer.
Now place the cover onto your computer and connect the peripheral devices.
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Connecting the Equipment
Audio output to soundcard
(internal, optional)
Composite Video or S-Video input
(internal, optional)
Audio input (internal, optional)
to motherboard
from PC power switch
Remote
control
receiver
Input: S-video or
composite and audio
(with adapter)
Terrestrial
antenna with
optional
antenna
power supply
for active
antennas
or
cable
connection
(TV/radio) 1
SAT
antenna
input 1
SAT
antenna
input 2
Terrestrial antenna
or
cable connection
(TV/radio) 2
for auto-
wake up (internal,
optional)
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Tips on DVB-T reception
For optimal digital terrestrial TV reception please observe the following
instructions:
Connect to a roof antenna if one is available.
If you wish to use the indoor antenna, it should be located as near as possible
to a window.
Wherever possible, place the antenna in the direction of the nearest
transmitter.
Try to position any indoor antenna as high as possible (for example, on top of
a cupboard).
An indoor antenna should not be located near a computer monitor, television
or the like.
Make certain to have the proper polarization if you use an active flat antenna
(if you are not certain, you can find out whether the antenna should have a
transverse or upright position by trial and error).
For active antennas without a separate power supply, please use the Antenna
input 1 and activate the antenna power supply.
Only double-shielded antenna cable should be used.

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Technical Data
Bus System
PCI Express Rev. 3.0
Video Decoder / Analog Demodulator /
PCI Express Controller
Philips SAA7162
Analog TV / DVB-T Tuner
2 x Philips TDA 8275A
Frequency range: 45.75 – 863.25 MHz.
Satellite TV Tuner
2 x Zarlink ZL 10037
Frequency range: 950 – 2150 MHz.
DVB-T Demodulator
2 x Philips TDA 10046A
16,64 QAM, QPSK
6,7,8 MHz bandwidth
DVB-S Demodulator
2 x Zarlink ZL 10313
Supported Formats
DVB-S
DVB-T
PAL / SECAM / NTSC
FM Radio

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Antenna Input Terminals
Satellite antenna input F-connector
Two 75 Ohm IEC input ports for DVB-T and/or analog TV
Both antenna input terminals are randomly usable
Antenna input 1 supplies power to active interior antennas without its own
power supply.
A/V Input and Output
A/V input mini-DIN 7-pin for S-video, composite video and stereo audio
(depending on the adapter)
Internal video input (S-video and composite video)
Internal audio output (to the sound card) using a four pin connector
Internal audio output using a four pin connector
Additional Connectors
IR remote connector to attach optional IR receiver cable
Internal Wake-Up connector
Sensitivity
DVB-T: minimum -86 dBm
Analog: minimum 30 dBµ
Signal-to-Noise Ration for Analog TV
Minimum 41 dB @ 60 dBµ

Konformitätserklärung nach ISO/IEC Guide 22
Declaration of conformity in accordance with
ISO/IEC Guide 22
Nr. / No 1.00
Anbieter / Supplier : Pinnacle Systems GmbH
Anschrift / Address : Frankfurter Strasse 3c
38122 Braunschweig, Germany
Produkt / Product : PCTV 7010iX
Das oben beschriebene Produkt ist konform mit: / The product described above is in conformity with:
Dokument-Nr.
Document No.
Titel
Title
EN 55013 : 2002 Funkstöreigenschaften von Rundfunkempfängern und verwandten Geräten der Unterhaltungselektronik
Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of broadcast receivers and
associated equipment
EN 55020 : 2003 Störfestigkeit von Rundfunkempfängern und verwandten Geräten der Unterhaltungselektronik
Electromagnetic immunity of broadcast receivers and associated equipment
EN 61000-4-2 : 2001 Störfestigkeit gegen Entladung statischer Elektrizität
Electrostatic discharge immunity test
EN 61000-4-3 : 2001 Störfestigkeit gegen hochfrequente elektromagnetische Felder
Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test
EN 61000-4-4 : 2002 Störfestigkeit gegen schnelle transiente elektrische Störgrößen/BURST
Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
EN 61000-4-5 : 2001 Störfestigkeit gegen Stoßspannungen/SURGE
Surge immunity test
EN 61000-4-6 : 2001 Störfestigkeit gegen leitungsgeführte Störgrößen, induziert durch hochfrequente Felder
Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields
EN 61000-4-8 : 2001 Störfestigkeit gegen Magnetfelder mit energietechnischen Frequenzen
Power frequency magnetic field immunity test
EN 61000-4-11 : 2001 Störfestigkeit gegen Spannungseinbrüche, Kurzzeitunterbrechungen und Spannungsschwankungen
Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests
EN 61000-3-2 : 2001 Grenzwerte für Oberschwingungsströme
Limitations for harmonic currents
EN 61000-3-3 : 2002 Grenzwerte für Spannungsschwankungen und Flicker
Limitations of voltage fluctuations and flicker
EN 60950 : 2001 Sicherheit von Einrichtungen der Informationstechnik
Safety of information technology equipment
Dieser Erklärung liegt zugrunde: Prüfbericht(e) des EMV-Prüflabors
This certification is based on: Test report(s) generated by EMI-test laboratory
Braunschweig, 18. Januar 2006 / January 18th, 2006
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Dr. Alexander Roy Jörg Tewes
Director Hardware Engineering VP Engineering
(Rechtsverbindliche Unterschrift / Legally Binding)
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