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Contents
Notices ................................................................................................. v
Safety information .............................................................................. vi
About this guide ................................................................................ vii
WiFi-TV specifications summary ......................................................... ix
A.3International TV systems and standards .............................. A-7
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful interference, and
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This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee 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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics
card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. 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 complies with the FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with a mininum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your
body.
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Safety information
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
Electrical safety
Electrical safetyElectrical safety
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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system.
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When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the
power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are
connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing
system before you add a device.
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Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.
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Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
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Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are
using, contact your local power company.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
Operation safetyOperation safety
Operation safety
Operation safetyOperation safety
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Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read
all the manuals that came with the package.
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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,
contact your dealer immediately.
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To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.
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Place the product on a stable surface.
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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and
configuring the card.
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
How this guide is organized
How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized
Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the card features and the new technologies it
supports.
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Chapter 2: Hardware and driver installationChapter 2: Hardware and driver installation
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Chapter 2: Hardware and driver installation
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Chapter 2: Hardware and driver installationChapter 2: Hardware and driver installation
This chapter provides step by step instructions on how to install card
and the card drivers and utilities to your computer.
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Chapter 3: WiFi featuresChapter 3: WiFi features
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Chapter 3: WiFi features
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Chapter 3: WiFi featuresChapter 3: WiFi features
This chapter provides information on the Wi-Fi features of the card
including the recommended setup and bundled utilities.
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Chapter 4: TV featuresChapter 4: TV features
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Chapter 4: TV features
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Chapter 4: TV featuresChapter 4: TV features
This chapter provides information on the TV features of the card and
the bundled software application.
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Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
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Appendix: Reference information
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Appendix: Reference informationAppendix: Reference information
The Appendix provides information on the wireless LAN channels,
remote controller, and TV standards in your location.
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Where to find more information
Where to find more informationWhere to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.
1.1.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
1.
ASUS websites
1.1.
ASUS websitesASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2.2.
Optional documentationOptional documentation
2.
Optional documentation
2.2.
Optional documentationOptional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as
warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.
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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guide
Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this user guide.
DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION:CAUTION:
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
CAUTION:CAUTION:
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
task.
NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
NOTE: NOTE:
task.
TypographyTypography
Typography
TypographyTypography
Bold textBold text
Bold textIndicates a menu or an item to select.
Bold textBold text
Italics
<Key>Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than
<Key1+Key2+Key3>If you must press two or more keys
CommandMeans that you must type the command exactly
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
sign means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the
Enter or Return key.
simultaneously, the key names are linked with a
plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
as shown, then supply the required item or value
enclosed in brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command
line:
format a:
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WiFi-TV specifications summary
WiFi specificationsWiFi specifications
WiFi specifications
WiFi specificationsWiFi specifications
InterfaceInterface
Interface
InterfaceInterface
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi Standard
Wi-Fi Standard
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi Standard
TechnologyTechnology
Technology
TechnologyTechnology
PCI bus
IEEE 802.11g; IEEE 802.11a; IEEE 802.11b
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
Data transferData transfer
Data transfer
Data transferData transfer
ratesrates
rates
ratesrates
SupportedSupported
Supported
SupportedSupported
networksnetworks
networks
networksnetworks
OperatingOperating
Operating
OperatingOperating
channelschannels
channels
channelschannels
SecuritySecurity
Security
SecuritySecurity
OperatingOperating
Operating
OperatingOperating
distancedistance
distance
distancedistance
Operating temp.Operating temp.
Operating temp.
Operating temp.Operating temp.
Storage temp.Storage temp.
Storage temp.
Storage temp.Storage temp.
802.11a/g : 54, 48, 36, 24,18, 12, 9, and 6 Mbps
802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, and1 Mbps
Infrastructure mode
Ad-hoc mode (peer-to-peer)
Software Access Point (Soft AP) mode*
Wireless Bridge (Wireless Distribution System) mode*
With data transmission rate up to five times faster than IEEE 802.11b
standards, the WiFi-TV breaks the wireless data transmission speed barrier
to give you faster Internet connection and file sharing capabilities.
One Touch setup wizardOne Touch setup wizard
One Touch setup wizard
One Touch setup wizardOne Touch setup wizard
Designed for novice home users and experts alike, the One Touch setup
wizard guides you through the entire setup process without the hassles of
configuring confusing network settings.
The One Touch wizard guides you in configuring the WiFi-TV as an access
point and intelligently configures the Internet connection sharing settings
so you can share your Internet connection with other computers in your
home or office network.
Easy integration and flexibilityEasy integration and flexibility
Easy integration and flexibility
Easy integration and flexibilityEasy integration and flexibility
Because WiFi-TV uses IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, you can easily integrate
all wireless devices using different wireless standards. This flexibility lets
you use the WiFi-TV card in almost any wireless LAN environment.
Wireless LAN featuresWireless LAN features
Wireless LAN features
Wireless LAN featuresWireless LAN features
Soft access point functionSoft access point function
Soft access point function
Soft access point functionSoft access point function
If you are using a Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003 operating system, you
can transform the WiFi-TV card into a Software Access Point (Soft AP).
When in Soft AP mode, WiFi-TV can support an unlimited number of client
computers with wireless LAN adapters making it an ideal solution for homes
and offices with single Internet connection or network printer.
Integrate several wireless LANs using the wireless bridge capability of the
WiFi-TV. With the bundled software utilities, you can connect several
wireless LANs in no time without buying expensive wireless LAN peripherals.
Full software supportFull software support
Full software support
Full software supportFull software support
The WiFi-TV support CD includes the latest utilities that could help you set
up and create a wireless home or office network. These utilities also assist
you in integrating the card to an existing wireless network.
A moveable, omni-directional, dual-band antenna comes with your WiFi-TV
card to maximize your wireless coverage.
ASUS WiFi-TVASUS WiFi-TV
ASUS WiFi-TV
ASUS WiFi-TVASUS WiFi-TV
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Watch TV on your PCWatch TV on your PC
Watch TV on your PC
Watch TV on your PCWatch TV on your PC
The WiFi-TV card lets you watch TV on your PC. With a digital cable TV/FM
radio and analog cable TV interfaces, WiFi-TV supports both digital (DVB-T)
and analog cable TV and FM radio signals. Digital cable TV signals provide
clearer, sharper images, and stereo quality sound. Contact your local cable
TV provider for the availability of this service.
Supports various TV standardsSupports various TV standards
Supports various TV standards
Supports various TV standardsSupports various TV standards
The card supports NTSC, PAL, or SECAM TV standard. If the TV standard in
your area is NTSC, use the PAL/SECAM to NTSC RF adapter to receive TV
signals from your digital or analog cable TV provider.
ConnectivityConnectivity
Connectivity
ConnectivityConnectivity
If you want to watch on your television set or create a movie from your
digital video recorder, you can use the supplied AV cable to connect the
WiFi-TV to your television or camcorder. With this, you still enjoy digital or
analog cable TV signals anytime. You can also use the AV cable to connect
other multimedia devices such as VCRs and digital cameras.
TV featuresTV features
TV features
TV featuresTV features
Full software supportFull software support
Full software support
Full software supportFull software support
Your WiFi-TV package includes the PowerCinema application that allows you
to watch and record your favorite TV programs, watch DVD/VCD movies,
browse photos stored in your computer, or listen to your favorite music CD
or FM radio station.
If you want to watch or create a movie from your home videos, you can
connect your video recorder to the Audio-Video port and create a movie
using the bundled PowerDirector application.