Pinnacle PCTV HDTV Sat Pro USB User manual

PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI
Hardware

PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI Hardware
GB February 2006
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Table of Contents
Introduction...........................................................................................................1
Box Contents.........................................................................................................2
System Requirements............................................................................................3
Computer Hardware...........................................................................................3
Computer Software............................................................................................3
For Your Own Safety............................................................................................4
Hardware Installation............................................................................................5
Preparing for Installation...................................................................................5
PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI Hardware Installation.................................................6
After Installation................................................................................................6
Connections...........................................................................................................7
Technical Data.......................................................................................................8
Bus System.........................................................................................................8
LNB Input..........................................................................................................8
Tuner..................................................................................................................8
Demodulator ......................................................................................................8
TV Format..........................................................................................................8
DiSEqC ..............................................................................................................8
LNB Feed...........................................................................................................8

1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI!
From your PC you can receive TV, radio and data signals via satellite (DVB-S)
with your PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI:
Because PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI has a digital satellite tuner which allows
reception via a digital satellite system (satellite dish and universal LNB) of any
decoded TV and radio stations using the DVB-S standard.
Together with Pinnacle MediaCenter software, PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI not only
offers you live TV and radio but also timeshift TV and radio, as well as quality
program recording to your hard disk and DVD recorder.
You also get access to the free information services, teletext and the electronic
program guide (EPG). These services allow simple and easy access to the
desired information at any time, as well as scheduling of the shows you wish to
record.
And now have fun with your PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI!

Box Contents
PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI
Installation CD
Remote control with batteries and receiver cable
(images 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

3
System Requirements
Your system must fulfill the following requirements if you want to guarantee
proper PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI function:
Computer Hardware
Processor
Minimum: Pentium IV with 2 GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon XP
(SD only)
Recommended: Pentium IV with 2.8 GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon 64
(SD and HD)
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: DirectX8 compatible graphics card
Recommended: DirectX9 (or higher) compatible graphics card
Sound Card
Minimum: DirectX9 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, Professional or Media Center Edition 2005) with the latest
service pack

For Your Own Safety
If you purchased your PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI together with a PC and it is
already installed, skip the next few sections and continue with the section
"Connecting the Equipment".
In the interest of your own safety and the flawless functioning of your new
PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI and computer system, note the following before
installing any hardware:
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 for Installation
You will need a screwdriver to install your hardware.
Divert any possible electrostatic charge from your body by touching the
casing of your PC.
Turn off your computer and all peripheral devices. Disconnect computer
from the power supply and all necessary components.
Loosen the computer cover screws and remove the cover.
Select a free (busmaster) PCI slot. Remove the slot cover on the back panel
of the computer. Make sure to keep the screws in a safe place.
5

PCTV Dual Sat Pro PCI Hardware Installation
Insert the card into the available PCI slot. Hold it firmly on the upper edge
and ease it down into the slot by applying even pressure at both ends. Press
down on the upper edge until the card fits securely in the slot.
If you cannot easily insert the card into the slot, do not use force because this
can bend and damage 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 back onto your computer and reconnect the peripherals
and the power supply.
6

Connections
Audio-Ausgang
(zur Soundkarte)
For auto wake-up
(
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erbinden
ntennen-
ingang 1
t LNB 1
verbinden
Connect
antenna
input 1
with LNB 1
Connect
antenna
input 2
with LNB 2 Remote control
receive
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