If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • 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. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • 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. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualifiedservice technician or your retailer. About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the ASUS TV Tuner Card. How this guide is organized This user guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the ASUS TV Tuner Card. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card. • Chapter 3: Software information This chapter gives information on how to install device drivers and applications for the ASUS TV Tuner Card. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional 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. Conventions used in this guide To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select. Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key. Example: means that you must press the Enter or Return key. If you must press two or more keyssimultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: viii Chapter 1 This chapter describes the features ofthe ASUS TV Tuner Card. Product ASUS TV Tuner Card 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS® TV Tuner Card! The ASUS TV Tuner Card integrates several multimedia functions that allow you to transform your PC into the ultimate entertainment center. With the ASUS TV Tuner Card, you can watch or record live TV and capture or play back videos. The ASUS TV Tuner Card offers performance, functionality, and enjoyment. 1.2 Special features • Watch DVBT digital TV Watch DVBT digital TV allows you to watch or record your favorite digital TV program. 1- Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 2 This chapter lists the hardware setupprocedures that you have to performwhen installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card. Hardware ASUS TV Tuner Card 2.1 System requirements Before installing the ASUS TV Tuner Card, make sure your computer system meets the following requirements: • Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD K7 system or higher • One (1) available PCI slot/ PCI Express slot • At least 256 MB system memory (512 MB or more is recommended) • Graphics card with at least 32 MB video memory • Optical drive for driver installation • At least 1 GB free hard disk space • Microsoft® DirectX-compatible audio device • Microsoft® Windows® XP (Home/Professional Edition/ Media Center Edition 2005/) / Microsoft® Windows® Vista • Microsoft® DirectX 9.0 or higher • Microsoft® Windows® Media Player 9 or higher 2.2 Card layout U3000I Profile R USB DVBT USB 2.0 Insert the 5-pin USB 2.0 cable into the USB 2.0 port on the motherboard. Make sure the USB 2.0 cable is properly inserted into the upper five pins on themotherboard as shown in the figure above. - Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3 Before you procee...