Typhoon TVA-600, 5200-00002-00 User guide
TVA-600
TV Card
Instruction Manual
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Article No. 5200-00002-00
REC
Digital
Video recorder
Time
Shifting
Snapshot
Function
S-VideoFM radio
incl. Remote
Control
Thank you for deciding
on purchasing this
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quality product
from TYPHOON.
Table of Contents
5 Chapter 1 Intended use
5 1.1 Before use
5 1.2 Explanation of symbols
6 Chapter 2 Safety information
8 2.1 Copyright information
9 Chapter 3 Features
9 Chapter 4 The device
10 4.1 Remote control
10 4.2 Batteries
11 4.3 Inserting/Changing batteries
11 4.4 Information on handing batteries/
rechargeable batteries
12 Chapter 5 Setup & Installation
12 5.1 Card installation
12 5.2 Connection diagram
14 5.3 Driver CD
14 5.4 Driver installation
17 5.5 Installing Honestech TVR 2.5
24 6.3 Television
25 6.4 Recording
26 6.5 TimeShift function
26 6.6 Channel surfing
27 6.7 Radio
27 6.8 Snapshot
28 6.9 Volume regulation
28 6.10 The gallery
29 6.11 External sources
30 Chapter 7 Information on CDs und DVDs
31 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
33 Chapter 9 Maintenance, handling and cleaning
35 Chapter 10 System requirements
35 Chapter 11 Technical data
35 Chapter 12 Delivery contents
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20 Chapter 6 TVR software
20 6.1 User interface
22 6.2 Settings
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Dear Customer:
This instruction manual will give you a general idea of how this device
operates, as well as provide you with information on cleaning and safety
procedures. Please take a few minutes to read and follow all safety and op-
Note
All company and product
names mentioned in this
document are registered
trademarks of their respective owners. All rights
reserved.
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erating instructions found in this manual carefully, in order to maintain this
products condition and ensure safe operation. Retain this manual for future
reference and pass on to third parties where applicable.
Should you have any additional questions regarding this device or should
any suggestions arise, please contract a specialized dealer or our service
team for further information.
We look forward to you recommending us to others and hope you enjoy using this device from TYPHOON.
Your TYPHOON Team
Please adhere to all of the safety information/instructions found in this instruction
manual!
We assume no liability
for damage occurred as a
result of improper use or
damage resulting from the
failure to comply with the
safety instructions found
in this manual, improper
operation or handling! Under such circumstances, all
claims under warranty will
become void. We assume
no liability for consequential damage!
The information contained
in this instruction manual
is subject to change without
notice.
A declaration of CE conformity has been established
for this product. Certification has been documented
and entrusted to the manufacturer.
Introduction General information
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1 Intended use
The TVA-600 TV Card from Typhoon can be used to watch, listen to and record television programs and FM radio on your personal computer. You can
transfer and store videos from a video recorder, camcorder, PC camera or
other video source to your computer’s hard disk. Use the included remote
control for even more TV enjoyment.
1.1 Before use
Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before operating this device and retain it for
further reference, questions and use. Following and heeding all information found in this
instruction manual shall maintain this products condition and ensure safe operation.
This instruction manual contains information on how to operate and maintain this device.
Should a component require maintenance, servicing or repairs, then please consult a qualified dealer or service technician.
1.2 Explanation of symbols
An exclamation mark is intended to inform the user of important information, operation or maintenance instructions or that special attention is required.
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Note
When connecting other
devices, please refer to
the safety and operating
instructions found in the
literature accompanying
these devices.
This symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of unprotected, live parts or com-
ponents found within the product’s enclosure or of dangerous connections that upon
contact may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Cables intended
for such connections should only be connected by qualified personnel or you should only use
ready to connect cables.
Note
There are no user-serviceable parts found inside the
device. Therefore the device
is never to be opened.
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2 Safety information
The following safety and hazard warnings are not only for the protection of
your device, but also serve as a protection against potential health hazards.
Please take time to read the following instructions carefully.
We assume no liability for personal or property damage resulting from the failure to
comply with the safety instructions, improper operation and handling. Under such
circumstances, all claims under warranty will become void.
For safety and licensing (CE) reasons any unauthorized modification and/or change
on the device is prohibited and will void the warranty and all warranty claims.
Any person operating, installing, setting up, or servicing this device must be trained and
qualified accordingly and must also observe these operating instructions.
Ensure that the device has been set up accordingly by following all instructions found in the
instruction manual.
Should any evident damage be seen on the device, do not come in contact with or touch these. Switch off the corresponding circuit breaker in the power distribution panel first before
carefully unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet. Do not operate this device further!
Please contact or take it to a qualified service technician/specialty workshop.
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Note
For safety reasons always
unplug the device from the
power outlet during thunderstorms.
Eliminate potential tripping
hazards by routing cables
so that no one can trip or
stumble over them.
Never use the device if it is
damaged.
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2 Safety information Part 2
This device is not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
Small children are unaware of the serious and immediate dangers involved when
exposing themselves to or handling electronic devices.
Furthermore, this product contains small parts that could be swallowed. Never leave packaging material lying around unsupervised. For children it could become a hazardous toy
and lead to serious injury. Keep packaging and protective foil away from children at all times
to a void the danger of suffocation.
The device should never come in contact with water or moisture.
To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock make sure that liquids, such as dripping or splashing water, rain or moisture, do not come in contact with the device and power supply plug.
Operate this device in a moderate climate and never expose to extreme temperatures, such
as high humidity.
Condensation can build up suddenly when this device is brought from a colder into a warmer
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area (e.g. when transporting). Should this happen, allow the device to warm up to room
temperature first before using.
Care should be taken that liquids do not come in contact with the interior; this is why containers containing liquids, e.g. bucket, vase or plants should never be placed anywhere near or
on this device. This can not only damage the device, but also become a fire hazard.
It is imperative to avoid contact with moisture, e.g. in the bathroom.
Note
Never touch the power plug
with damp or wet hands.
There is the risk of electric
shock!
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2 Safety information Part 3
Ensure proper ventilation during operation.
Never block ventilation openings with magazines, tablecloths, curtains or similar.
Never place any sources of fire on top of or near the device and power supply plug (e.g. lighted candle).
Please adhere to the additional safety information found in the individual chapters of this
instruction manual.
When connecting other devices, please refer to the safety and operating instructions found
in the literature accompanying these devices.
Please contact our technical hotline or a service technician for further information, should you be in doubt about device operation, safety or when making
connections or if any questions arise that are not explained within this manual.
2.1 Copyright information
Note
Contribute to a better
environment by using a
designated disposal system
(e.g. Dual System in Germany) or recycling site for
the disposal of packaging
material.
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The reproduction, duplication and copying of copyright protected material, as well as the
distribution, circulation, public access to or even the rental of these, without explicit authorization of the copyright holder, is strictly prohibited.
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3 Features
4 The device
· A/V and S-Video connection for viewing and recording
from an external video source
· Infrared remote control for a more comfortable TV
experience
· FM radio reception and recording
· Full channel and automatic scan
· Free zoom in/out or full screen options
· Scheduled recordings and TimeShift function
· Resolution up to 720 x 576 for PAL
or up to 720 x 480 for NTSC
· Encodes MPEG-1, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4
· Supports video playback
1 Video/FM radio jack
2 TV antenna jack (CABLE)
3 S-Video output for external devices such as a video
camera or DVD player
4 Audio input for external audio sources
5 Audio output for sound card connection with the
included cable
6 Remote input for the remote control’s infrared receiver
7 PCI connector
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· Image browse function
· Creates and stores snapshots as JPG, PNG, GIF or BMP
files
· Compatible with a Windows® XP, Windows Vista® and
Windows® 7 operating system
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4.1 Remote control
1 Power — Starts/Ends TVR software
2 SOURCE — Source selection (TV, cable, external source or radio)
3 RECORD — Starts/Stops recording
4 FULLSCREEN — Activates/Deactivates a full screen mode
5 VOL– — Decreases the volume
6 Number pad — For direct program input
7 Mute — Activates/Deactivates the sound
8 TIMESHIFT — Time-delayed television
9 CH + — Next channel
10 VOL+ — Increases the volume
11 CH – — Previous channel
12 RECALL — Return to the previously-viewed channel
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4.2 Batteries
This remote control requires one CR2025 battery for operation.
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4.3 Inserting/Changing batteries
Carefully remove the battery compartment lid. Remove the battery and dispose of accordingly. Remove a new battery from its packaging and insert into the battery compartment.
Ensure correct polarity as indicated on the back of the remote control.
For best possible results, point the remote control directly at the device. Ensure that there
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is not more than a distance of 5 meters between the remote control and device and that the
remote control is not used at an angle of over 60 degrees.
4.4 Information on handling batteries/rechargeable batteries
Please adhere to the following information when handling batteries and rechargeable batteries:
Keep batteries out of children’s reach. Batteries are hazardous waste and do not belong in household
waste. Ensure that batteries are always inserted according to the correct polarity. Always remove batteries when not in use for longer periods of time. Never leave batteries lying around unsupervised. These could
pose a choking hazard to children and pets if swallowed. Seek emergency medical care immediately, should this
happen. Never expose batteries to extreme temperatures, such as for example resulting from sunlight, fire or
ovens. There is the risk of explosion! Make sure that batteries are not dismantled, short-circuited or are thrown
into fire. Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of explosion! Please follow manufacturer
instructions when charging rechargeable batteries. Touching leaking or damaged batteries could cause skin
burns. Use suitable protective gloves when handling such batteries. Always ensure that the device has been
turned off after use. Replace all batteries at the same time. Clean battery and device contacts before inserting,
where necessary. Try to avoid deep discharges when using rechargeable batteries.
Note
Always remove the battery
when storing or if the
device it is not in use for
longer periods of time.
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