I/O Magic PC PVR Desktop TV Personal Video Recorder User Manual
PC PVR
Desktop TV/Personal Video Recorder
USER’S GUIDE
I/OMagic PC PVR
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Dear Customer:
Congratulations on the purchase of your I/OMagic PC PVR Desktop
TV/Personal Video Recorder. We all want to express our sincere gratitude for
your decision to purchase our product, and to reaffirm our commitment to
you of providing a product that is easy to install and easy to use.
You can be assured that your new product is made from the latest state-ofthe-art components and that it has also gone through the most rigorous
testing and quality assurance procedures in the industry.
With an emphasis on products that revolutionize the way people interact with
the new technologies around us, we continually introduce integrated solutions
that enable users to take full advantage of their multimedia experience. Our
ever-expanding product line covers the entire multimedia spectrum. Look to
us to as the leader of providing media products ranging from sound and
graphics cards, to DVD and CD-ROM drives, and even to digital imaging and
mp3 audio products.
We hope you enjoy using your new product, and look forward to earning your
business in the coming years.
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Copyright Statement
It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make
unauthorized copies of copyright -protected material, including computer
programs, films, broadcasts and sound recordings. This equipment should
not be used for such purposes.
Notice: I/OMAGIC Corporation makes no warranty of any kind with regards to this material, including,
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The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
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and workmanship. Consult the warranty card for complete warranty information.
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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Warning Statement
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 emit radio
frequency energy and, if not installed or used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause interference to radio communications. However,
television reception interference can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on. The user is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet different from that to which the
receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For Europe
“The drive is in conformity with the EMC directive and low-voltage directive.”
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Table Of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................... 6
FEATURES..................................................................................................................7
SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................................................8
CONTENTS OF Y OUR PACKAGE........................................................................................9
SYSTEM R EQUIREMENTS................................................................................................9
Hardware Installation .....................................................................10
Driver Installation ..........................................................................14
WINDOWS 98SE.......................................................................................................14
WINDOWS ME..........................................................................................................18
WINDOWS 2000.......................................................................................................21
Power VCR II .................................................................................25
POWER VCR II INSTALLATION......................................................................................25
POWER VCR II FEATURES ...........................................................................................30
POWER VCR II LAYOUT..............................................................................................31
M ODES ...................................................................................................................33
RECORDING AND PLAYING V IDEO FILES ...........................................................................38
CHANGING S YSTEM SETTINGS.......................................................................................42
EDITING AND CONVERTING VIDEO FILES..........................................................................48
SCHEDULING RECORDING TIMES....................................................................................51
Troubleshooting .............................................................................53
I/OMAGIC PC PVR FAQ............................................................................................53
POWER VCR II FAQ .................................................................................................55
Limited Warranty ...........................................................................58
Contacting I/OMagic ......................................................................59
Register Your I/OMagic Product .....................................................59
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the I/OMagic PC PVR Desktop
TV/Personal Video Recorder. We are sure that you will enjoy this product in
the years to come.
The I/OMagic PC PVR capture card is a TV tuner capture card, which can be
used with most PCI 2.1 Compliant bus. You can digitally record and playback
single frames or video clips from your computer. It combines all the functions
of your television and adds the convenience of your VCR all in one.
The I/OMagic PC PVR is equipped with a TV tuner, allowing you to receive any
TV channel using a common TV antenna or via cable TV connection. Watch TV
on your computer using PCI busmastering technology when combined with a
graphics card that enables digital TV overlay. Your TV image is superimposed
onto the image generated by your graphics card and displayed in a scalable
window.
The included CyberLink® PowerVCR II ™ is an award-winning program,
designed to perform MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 real-time software video recording
directly from TV tuners. It gives you complete control of recording live
programs and offers you all the newest advantages of digital recording such
as time shifting, CyberEPG, and pre -scheduled recording.
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Features
Now you can watch broadcast television programs on your home computer.
Want to keep up with the local news or sports events while surfing the Web or
working on your computer? With I/OMagic PC PVR, getting TV on your PC is
easy. Now you can stay productive without missing your favorite TV
programs! Record and play your favorite TV moments. Turn your PC into a TV
and VCR. Record television shows on your PC to play back at anytime. Want
to share special TV moments? Save digital video clips for video email to share
with friends and family. Watch TV on PC monitor while surfing the Internet or
working on a project. Watch your favorite programs in a window or at fullscreen.
• Watch broadcast or cable TV on your PC
• Create MPEG movies
• Create streaming video
• Record and play TV shows like a VCR
• Record your favorite TV moments
• Keep an eye on the local news or favorite sporting event while working
• Track financial news and stock quotes without tying up your phone line
• Capture hilarious or memorable TV moments, and then share them
with friends and family
• Grab still images from your TV
• Save space in your home or office by using your PC to watch TV
With the I/OMagic PC PVR, watching entertaining movies from your home PC
has never been easier or more fun!
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Specifications
I/OMagic PC PVR capture card is compatible with NTSC video only.
• NTSC TV-Tuner
• 125 channels, cable -ready TV Tuner
• Inputs: Antenna
• Audio loopback cable
• Full motion video captures
• Video Output as MPEG 1 or 2
I/OMagic PC PVR works with all graphics chips/cards, Listed are the cards we
have tested with this product.
• S3: Savage2000, Savage4, Virge 3D, Trio 64V+, Trio 32/64 and Vision
• ATI: Rage128, Rage Pro, Rage, and Mach 64
• NVidia: GeForce, TNT-Ultra, TNT-2, TNT, Riva128, Riva
• 3DFx: Voodoo3xxx, Voodoo 2xxx, Voodoo, Banshee
• Tseng Labs (now ATI): ET6000
• Matrox: G400, G200, Millennium and Mystique
• Cirrus Logic: 5446
• 3Dlabs: Permedia
• Rendition: Verite
This includes most cards from ATI, Matrox, Diamond Stealth/Viper Series,
Creative Labs, and Guillemot. Always check your graphics card
manufacturer’s website for latest drivers.
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Contents Of Your Package
• I/OMagic PC PVR Capture Card.
• Driver Installation CD.
• Manual.
• Warranty Card.
• Audio Loopback Cable
System Requirements
Computer Requirements:
• Pentium 350 MHz or faster.
• Windows 98SE/Me/2000.
• 32 MB RAM.
• Open PCI slot with Bus Mastering.
• DirectX-compatible sound & graphics card.
• 30 MB of disk space for software installation.
• 500 Mb of disk space for minimum instant replay buffer.
• CD-ROM drive (for driver installation).
Power VCR Requirements:
• Windows 98SE/Me/2000.
• Pentium II 350 or above, and at least 64MB RAM recommended for
Real-time MPEG-1 video recording.
• Pentium II 650 or above, and at least 64Mb RAM recommended for
Real-time MPEG-2 video recording.
• Pentium III 650 or Athlon 650, or above, and at least 64MB RAM
recommended for Real-time MPEG-2 video recording.
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Hardware Installation
To install the I/OMagic PC PVR video capture card in your computer, follow
these steps:
1
Turn off your computer, monitor, and other peripherals
You may also need to disconnect your power cord and other devices
from the rear panel of your computer.
2 Remove the computer cover
Electronic components are sensitive to static
electricity. To prevent damage, discharge any static
electricity from your body by touching any known
grounded metal surface, such as your computer’s
chassis, before and during installation of hardware.
Locate and remove any screws that hold the cover in
place.
Gently remove the cover, leaving the base of the unit
in place. You may need to wiggle the cover back and
forth to loosen it. Do not use excessive force.
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3 Locate an available PCI expansion slot
Your computer cover may be different than the computer cover
shown above. The screws may not be located at the back of your
computer. Some covers have screws on the side of the computer.
Tower cases also have different location for the screws. Refer to
your computer’s manual if you need specific instructions on how to
remove the cover.
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4 Remove the cover plate from the access slot
Each expansion slot has an access slot in the chassis covered by a
removable plate. Undo the screw that holds the plate and remove the
plate.
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7 Install the I/OMagic PC PVR video capture card into the card slot
Place the card over the expansion slot with the mounting bracket facing the
access slot (the same slot you removed the cover plate from). Carefully
align the connector with the slot and push the card into the slot until it
snaps into place. You may need to use a gentle back-and-forth rocking
motion when inserting the card into the slot. Once you install the card,
secure it by replacing the screw you removed with the expansion slot cover
plate.
Double-check all connections, make sure everything is
plugged in correctly and firmly seated before you replace the
cover.
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8 Replace your computer’s cover
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Reverse the procedure followed when you removed the computer’s cover.
Route all cables inside your computer so that they are not in the way of the
cover.
Remember that your computer cover may be different from the one
above. If you need help replacing the computer cover, refer to your
computer’s manual.
9 Turn on your computer, monitor, and other peripherals
Your computer should start up as it normally does. If it
doesn’t, power down your system first and check to make
sure that all your expansion boards are firmly seated and
that all cables, both inside and on the back of the
computer, are properly connected. If you are still having
problems, refer to the troubleshooting section before
calling for help.
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Driver Installation
Windows 98SE
1 Power on your System.
2 During the load process, the "Add New Hardware Wizard" should
detect “PCI Multimedia Video Device”. Click on the "Next" button.
3 Insert the I/OMagic PC PVR driver diskette into your floppy drive. Select
“Search for a better driver” and press “Next”
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Select the “CD-ROM drives” option. Make sure everything else is
unchecked and then hit the “Next” button.
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After the install program finds the correct drivers, Click on the "Next"
button to begin installation.
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Note: For some systems, MS Windows will show Version Conflict dialog
during the driver installation. Please click Yes to keep the file .
6
Once done installing drivers, Press the “Finish” button to finish your
installation, and restart your computer.
Note: Three other driver installation portions will continue after completing
this step. (I/OMagic WDM Audio Capture, WDM TvTuner, and WDM Crossbar)
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Check “Device Manager ” to make sure everything is installed
correctly. From the top row of tabs. Click on the “+” sign next to
“Sound Video and Game Controllers” and make sure there are
“I/OMagic WDM” devices listed below.
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Windows ME
1 Power on your System.
2 During the load process, the "Add New Hardware Wizard" should
detect “PCI Multimedia Video Device”. Select the “Specify the
location” option, and click on the "Next" button.
3 Select the “Search the best driver ” option, put a check on
“Removable Media” Then press the “Next” button.
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