Pinnacle PCTV 310I User manual

PCTV 310i
Hardware

PCTV 310i Hardware
GB Mai 2005
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Table of Contents
Introduction...........................................................................................................1
Package Contents..................................................................................................2
System Requirements ...........................................................................................3
Computer Hardware ..........................................................................................3
Computer Software............................................................................................3
For Your Own Safety............................................................................................4
Hardware Installation............................................................................................5
Preparing Installation ........................................................................................5
Using PCTV 310i Hardware .............................................................................6
After Installation................................................................................................6
Connecting the Equipment....................................................................................7
Tips on Positioning the Antenna...........................................................................8
Technical Data ......................................................................................................9
Bus System........................................................................................................9
Video Decoder / Analog Demodulator..............................................................9
TV Tuner ...........................................................................................................9
DVB-T Demodulator.........................................................................................9
TV Formats........................................................................................................9
Antenna Input Terminals...................................................................................9
Video Input Terminals.....................................................................................10
Remote Input Terminal ...................................................................................10
Audio Output Terminal ...................................................................................10

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Notes

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Introduction
Congratulations on becoming the proud owner of a PCTV 310i!
The PCTV 310i combines four devices in one PCI card: It lets you receive not
only DVB-T but also conventional analog TV (via cable or antenna) and FM
radio – and everything in stereo. Plus, you can use the analog video input, for
example, to digitize your old video cassettes.
DVB-T (Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial), digital terrestrial TV, offers a
wide selection of channels with excellent image and sound quality, without the
need of a satellite dish or a cable connection.
Additional services planned for the future include digital radio, interactive TV,
and IP data reception. Some of these services are already available in selected
areas. More information about DVB-T can be found on the Internet, for
example, at www.dvb.org.
Together with the full version of the Pinnacle MediaCenter software, you can
use your PCTV 310i to not only enjoy live TV and live radio but also
timeshifted television or radio, as well as high quality recordings of shows on
your hard drive and writable DVDs.
You also get access to the free information services, teletext and the electronic
program guide (EPG). These services let you simply and easily access the
information you want at any time, as well as schedule the shows you want to
record.
And now have fun with your PCTV 310i!

Package Contents
PCTV 310i card
(illustration is a sample)
Video adapter
Internal audio cable
(illustration is a sample)
Installation CD
Remote control with batteries and receiver cable
(illustrations 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.
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System Requirements
Your system must satisfy the following requirements in order for your
PCTV 310i to function smoothly:
Computer Hardware
Processor
Minimum: Pentium IV with 1.8 GHz (for DVB-T reception: Pentium III with
1.0 GHz) or equivalent AMD Athlon XP
Recommended: Pentium IV 2.4 GHz or equivalent AMD Athlon 64
Working memory
Minimum: 128 MB RAM
Recommended: 256 MB RAM
Hard disk
Minimum: IDE hard disk with master mode drivers and a minimum of 5 GB free
disk space
Recommended: U-DMA hard disk with 20 GB free disk space
Graphics card
Minimum: DirectX 8-compatible graphics card
Recommended: DirectX 9-compatible graphics card
Sound card
Minimum: DirectX 9-compatible sound card
CD-ROM drive (minimum) or CD-/DVD burner
(recommended)
Computer Software
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 310i 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 310i 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 (busmaster) slot. Remove the slot cover at the back of the
computer. Make sure to keep the screws in a safe place.
Slots
Slot shields
Power
supply
unit
PCI slots
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Using PCTV 310i Hardware
Connect one internal audio cable plug to the internal audio output terminal of
the PCTV310i card and the other plug to the internal audio input terminal of
your sound card.
Insert the card into the PCI 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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