PCTV USB Stick Hardware
User ’s Guide
GB January 2006
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Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................... 1
Box contents .......................................................................................................... 2
System requirements ............................................................................................. 3
Processor ............................................................................................................ 3
Operating memory ............................................................................................. 3
Hard disk............................................................................................................ 3
Graphics controller............................................................................................. 3
Sound controller................................................................................................. 3
USB port ............................................................................................................3
CD-ROM / DVD-ROM drive or recorder ......................................................... 3
Operating system ............................................................................................... 3
Connecting the antenna ......................................................................................... 4
Positioning tips for the rod antenna ...................................................................... 5
Connecting to a computer ..................................................................................... 6
Using the remote control ....................................................................................... 7
Technical data........................................................................................................ 8
Bus system ......................................................................................................... 8
Power consumption............................................................................................ 8
TV tuner ............................................................................................................. 8
DVB-T demodulator .......................................................................................... 8
Antenna input..................................................................................................... 8
Dimensions ........................................................................................................8
Weight................................................................................................................ 8
Operating temperature .......................................................................................8
Declaration of conformity in accordance with ISO/IEC Guide 22.......................9
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Introduction
Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of a PCTV USB Stick!
A PCTV USB Stick allows you to receive digital terrestrial television in
accordance with DVB-T (Digital Video Broadcasting - Terrestrial) standards
and guarantees excellent picture quality on your PC.
The PCTV USB Stick has optimized reception and functions independently of
the power supply. This makes it the perfect mobile solution for receiving digital
television on your laptop computer.
In addition to Live TV, a PCTV USB Stick also makes time delay television
(Timeshift) available, as well as offering you the option of recording
programmes on your hard disk - without any deterioration in sound or image
quality.
You also have access to free information services, videotext and the electronic
programme guide (EPG), which allows you to simply and easily programme the
shows you want to record.
Other services, including digital radio via DVB-T, are also planned for the
future and are already available in some regions.
And now, time to have fun with your PCTV USB Stick!
More information about DVB-T can be found on the Internet at
www.dvb.org or at www.freeview.co.uk. For Australia go to www.dba.org.au.
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