VideoLogic Captivator PCI User manual

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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................ 2
Installing Captivator PCI ............................................................. 4
Setting up Captivator PCI ............................................................ 8
Technical details .................................................................... 10
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 13
Technical support .................................................................... 14
Index .................................................................................. 15

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Introduction
Captivator PCI, VideoLogic’s PCI-based video capture card, supports the S-Video and
composite video signal formats to provide you with low-cost videoconferencing and
video capture.
Captivator PCI
Captivator PCI is a PCI-based video capture card that is supplied with trial versions of the
most popular videconferencing software packages. By connecting your video source to the
card, you can communicate through your existing Internet server with other people on
the Internet.
Video editing is provided by over $300-worth of Prolab™multimedia software. You can capture
AVI video clips or video stills, and, with the VideoWork software, you can edit these clips on a
frame-by-frame basis to create your own video sequences, or use the Image Folio software to
edit your video stills and convert them to various formats including BMP, JPG and GIF.
Captivator PCI/VC
The Captivator PCI/VC option includes all the software and hardware available with the basic
Captivator PCI kit, plus a high-quality Philips S-Video color camera and the professional
version of the VDOPhone™videoconferencing software from VDOnet.
Hardware requirements
To run Captivator PCI or the PCI/VC option you need an IBM or fully compatible Pentium 90 or
above running Windows 95, with at least 8 MB of RAM and a PCI graphics card with at least
2 MB of RAM, running DirectX 2 compliant drivers. It must comply with the PCI local bus
specification and have a spare PCI bus slot.

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Before you continue
Make sure you read the latest product information in the file \cappci\win95\disk1\readme.doc
on the VideoLogic Software Library CD-ROM.
The VideoLogic Interactive Installation Guide
The Interactive Installation Guide ensures that the correct drivers are installed and gives you
access to other relevant software. It replaces the Windows Plug and Play feature, which
installs the drivers and then leaves you to install other software. You can use either method to
install the software, but we recommend using the Interactive Installation Guide.
Handling Captivator PCI
Follow these guidelines to minimize the risk of electrostatic charges damaging the card:
•Keep the card in its protective packaging until you are ready to install it.
•Just before handling the card, touch the metal frame of your PC with the back of your
hand to discharge any static electricity which may have built up on you or your clothes.
•Hold the card by the adapter bracket or by its edges; do not touch the circuit board.
•Do not place the card on top of your computer or on any other metal surface.
•Make sure that the card is not accidentally touched by anyone else.
•Handle the card with care to avoid damage to the components on the circuit board.

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Installing Captivator PCI
Installing the hardware
Warning: Always switch off your computer before removing the cover and observe the
warnings specified in the manufacturer’s documentation.
The following diagram shows the connectors on the card:
audio out
audio out
composite video in
PCI bus
S-video or composite video in
(for manufacturer’s use only)
composite video out
1. Switch off your computer, monitor, and any hardware devices such as printers connected
to your computer. Leave the power cable connected to the power outlet so that your
computer is grounded.

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2. Remove the cover from your computer. You may need to refer to the documentation
supplied with your computer for instructions on how to do this.
3. Locate an empty PCI bus expansion slot and remove the slot cover. Keep the screw, you
will need it later to secure the card.
4. Touch the bare metal chassis of your computer with the back of your hand to discharge
any static that may have built up on you or your clothes.
5. Align the card with the slot you have chosen. Firmly press it into the slot, as shown in the
diagram below. You will need to use some pressure to push the card into position, but do
not use excessive force.
6. Secure the card using the screw that you removed previously.
7. Replace the cover of your computer.
8. Switch on your computer and your computer monitor. You are now ready to install the
software, as explained on page 6.

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Installing the software
Installing using the Interactive Installation Guide
1. When your computer has restarted, a window is displayed saying that Windows has found
new hardware, and requests the drivers. Click Cancel.
2. A message is displayed saying that the drivers are not installed. Click OK.
3. When your desktop is available, insert the VideoLogic CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
The Interactive Installation Guide should automatically run. If not, run the file instaler.exe
in the root directory of the CD-ROM.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions in the Installation Guide to install Captivator PCI.
This includes installing the Prolab multimedia sofware if you want to use it.
When you have completed the Interactive Installation Guide, Captivator PCI is
ready to use.
Installing using Windows Plug and Play
1. When your computer has restarted, a dialog box is displayed saying that Windows has
found new hardware, and requests the drivers. Select Driver from Disk provided by
Hardware Manufacturer, and click OK.
2. Insert the VideoLogic Software Library CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
3. Browse to the folder \cappci\win95\disk1 on the CD-ROM. After browsing, click OK.
4. At the Install From Disk dialog box, click OK. The drivers are copied from the CD-ROM.
When your desktop becomes available, Captivator PCI is ready to use.

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Multimedia and videoconferencing software
Multimedia software
The Prolab™multimedia software consists of three applications: VideoWork, for video editing;
MediaScope, an on-screen CD-player; and Image Folio, for processing scanned images and
video stills.
Interactive installation
You can install the Prolab suite by clicking the yellow Prolab button in the Interactive
Installation Guide of the VideoLogic Software Library CD-ROM.
Manual installation
Install each application by running the following install.exe files on the VideoLogic Software
Library CD-ROM. Refer to the manual.pdf file for instructions on how to use the software.
•VideoWork \prolab\videowrk\disk1\install.exe \prolab\videowrk\manual.pdf
•Image Folio \prolab\imgfolio\disk1\install.exe \prolab\imgfolio\manual.pdf
•MediaScope \prolab\mediascp\disk1\install.exe \prolab\mediascp\manual.pdf
Videoconferencing software
Captivator PCI comes with evaluation copies of market-leading videoconferencing software on
the VideoLogic Software Library CD-ROM. Refer to the file \cappci\win95\disk1\readme.doc for
further details about these packages, and how to install them.
The Captivator PCI/VC option comes with the professional version of VDOPhone on a
separate CD-ROM. To install this, run the file setup.exe in the root directory of the VDOPhone
CD-ROM. Refer to the on-line Help system and the VDOPhone pdf file on the
VDOPhone CD-ROM for instructions on how to use the software.

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Setting up Captivator PCI
Audio/video through S-Video input, audio routed through external audio connector
Audio/video through S-Video input, audio routed through internal audio connector
S-Video in
audio out
audio in
Captivator PCI
Sound card
audio out
audio in
digital camera

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Video through S-Video input, sound through sound card
Video through composite video input, sound through sound card
Captivator PCI
Sound card
composite video in
S-Video out
audio out
audio in
composite video out
4-pin to
8-pin cable
S-Video in

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Technical details
Connecting the cables
The diagram below shows the external cable sockets:
external audio out
(3.5 mm jack)
composite video in
(phono)
S-video or composite video in
(8 pin mini-DIN)

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Audio out
The external and internal audio out sockets only work when pin 5 of the S-Video input is
connected (see below). The 3.5 mm jack can be connected to an amplifier, powered speakers,
or personal stereo headphones.
Composite and S-Video in
Captivator PCI accepts video in composite and S-Video format in the NTSC, PAL or SECAM
video standard. Only one of the inputs can be used at one time.
The phono composite video socket only accepts composite video – no S-Video or audio.
The 8 pin mini-DIN socket accepts S-Video or composite video, and comes with an 8-pin to
4-pin adapter. To get audio output through the internal or external audio out sockets when
using the 8-pin socket, you must have pin 5 connected. The pin-outs for the 8-pin socket on
the card are as follows:
Pin Name Pin Name
1 Ground 5 Audio
2 Not connected 6 S-Video C
3 Ground 7 Power ground
4 S-Video Y 8 +5v supply
The pin-outs for the 4-pin socket on your video source are as follows:
Pin Name Pin Name
1 Ground 3 S-Video Y
2 S-Video C 4 Ground
123
456
78
1
23
4

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The Philips camera (Captivator PCI/VC only)
The high-quality Philips camera connects to the S-Video socket, which provides both audio
and video input to your computer. Follow the instructions in the camera’s User Manual to set
up the camera.
Internal audio connector
The internal audio connector uses the same signal as the external audio out socket, except
that it routes sound from Captivator PCI to your sound card internally.
To connect the internal audio connector to your sound card’s CD-in connector you need an
internal audio cable (part number 62575). This cable is suitable for Sound Blaster™, which
uses Molex 70066-G or 70400-G connectors. You can order this cable from your supplier.
If your sound card does not use the same connectors as Sound Blaster, you should be able to
get your local computer supplier to make up a cable, using the details of Captivator PCI’s
audio output connector given below and the details of your sound card’s CD-in socket.
Captivator PCI uses a Molex connector, part number 70543. The pin-outs for this socket are
as follows:
Pin Signal
1 Left channel
2 Ground
3 Ground
4 Right channel
Power and temperature specifications
Captivator PCI operates at a power rating of +1.0 Watts max, and Captivator PCI/VC +4.0
Watts max. Both operate at temperatures between 10ºC (50ºF) and 50ºC (122ºF).
1
2
3
4

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Troubleshooting
This chapter provides solutions to problems that can happen when installing and using
Captivator PCI. For more information refer to the file \cappci\win95\disk1\readme.doc of the
CD-ROM.
Problem: After installing Captivator PCI, my computer does not start.
Solution: The card is not seated properly. Check that the card’s connectors are fitted properly
into the PCI slot. You may need to move the card into another slot.
Problem: After installing Captivator PCI, my computer does not detect the new hardware.
Solution: Your computer has not recognised the introduction of the card into the PCI slot.
Move the card to another PCI slot.

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Technical support
If you have any problems while installing or using Captivator PCI, go through the steps below.
1. Check the troubleshooting information in the readme file on the CD-ROM.
2. Visit our technical support Internet web pages at http://www.videologic.com
3. Contact us online using one of the following services:
•Internet web site: http://www.videologic.com
•Internet ftp site: ftp://ftp.videologic.com
•e-mail (USA, Canada & South America): [email protected]
•e-mail (Germany): [email protected]
•e-mail (UK & all other countries): [email protected]
•bulletin board (USA, Canada & South America): [phone] (to 28.8, 8-N-1)
•bulletin board (Germany): [phone] (to 28.8, 8-N-1)
•bulletin board (UK & all other countries): [phone] (to 28.8, 8-N-1)
4. Contact your original supplier for technical help.
5. Call our customer support group. Try to have details to hand such as your PC’s make and
model, other cards installed, software you are running, and how to recreate the problem.
USA, Canada & South America: [phone]
Germany: [phone]
UK & all other countries: [phone]
The VideoLogic FaxBack service
The FaxBack service provides a listing of VideoLogic products, with summary descriptions
and reviews. When you use this service you will be asked to provide your fax number.
If calling from outside the USA, Canada and South America your number is 011, your country
code, then your fax number. Use the # key when prompted to press the pound sign key.
USA, Canada & South America: 800 203 8587
Outside USA, Canada & South America: [phone]

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Index
B
bulletin boards 14
bus requirement 2
C
cables 10
audio 11
composite video 11
S-Video 11
Captivator PCI
connectors 4
diagram 4
expansion slot 5
installing 4
setting up 8
Captivator PCI/VC
camera 12
setting up 8
customer support group 14
E
e-mail addresses 14
F
FaxBack service 14
free software 7
ftp site 14
I
installing
hardware 4
software 6, 7
Interactive Installation Guide 6
multimedia 7
videoconferencing 7
Windows Plug and Play 6
P
PCI requirement 2
pin-outs 11, 12
power and temperature specifications 12
R
readme files 14
S
setting up Captivator PCI 8
software installation 6
T
technical support 14
troubleshooting 13
W
web site 14
Windows 95 6