Freecom DVB-T USB Stick Manual de usuario
Rev. 535
FREECOM DVB-T USB STICK
MANUAL
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Freecom DVB-T USB Stick
GB Dear customer,
The Freecom DVB-T Stick is fully compatible with DVB-T protocol for your
desktop PC or laptop use. Its tiny size design with high speed USB2.0 interface
let you enjoy digital TV programs anywhere!
It is also a Digital Video Recorder that you may record your favorite TV programs
on your hard disk either real time or scheduling. Quick setup makes it easy to use.
It provides you an immediate personal access with lots useful functions such as
Channel Auto Scan, Teletext, Electronic Program Guide, Favorite List etc. Yet,
there is no need for an extra power supply.
Freecom Technologies • Germany
www.freecom.com
Warning !
All rights reserved. The products named in this manual are only used for
identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the
respective companies. This device was designed for home or office use.
This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class B.
Freecom Technologies is not liable for any damages that may occur from the use
of a Freecom system. All rights reserved. We reserve the right to upgrade our
products in keeping with technological advances.
© 2005 Freecom Technologies
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Table of Contents
Users manual
General Information ........................................................................... page 4
Warnings and Safety Instructions ...................................................... page 5
How to Install
Installation Steps ................................................................................ page 6
Chapter 1:
Connect Freecom DVB-T Stick ............................................................ page 7
Chapter 2:
Install Driver and Application ............................................................ page 8
Install Driver .................................................................................. page 8
Install Application ........................................................................ page 12
Chapter 3:
DTV Software / System Introduction ................................................. page 17
Chapter 5:
DTV Software Introduction ................................................................ page 25
Chapter 6:
Trouble Shooting / Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ................... page 31
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Freecom DVB-T USB Stick
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• Freecom DVB-T Stick
• IR Remote Control
• Quick Installation Guide
• Terrestrial Antenna
• MCX-IEC Connector
• Manual & Application CD
System Requirements
The following hard- and software requirements must be fulfilled to ensure
trouble-free operation.
Hardware Requirements
• IBM or IBM compatible computer
• CPU : 1 GHz or above
• Memory : 128MB or more
• Sound card
Software Requirements
• OS : Windows 2000(SP4)/ XP(SP1) or higher
• Microsoft DirectX9.0 or above
• Microsoft Media Player7.0 or above
Important Notice: “All channels are subject to coverage and may
be changed from time to time. Reception may depend on the type
and condition of your existing aerial. Aerial upgrade may be
required. Please confirm coverage in your area.” We strongly
recommend that you install an outdoors antenna when you use
the DTV receiver indoors.
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General Information
Warnings and Safety Instructions
Please read and follow the below mentioned instructions. They should be
observed in order to prevent injury to the user, damage to the device and
damage to property, as well as to ensure safe use of the product. Not following
these instructions may cause the unit to malfunction.
Note:
1. Terrestrial digital wireless broadcast signal may be affected
by topography, objects and weather. This would cause a poor
signal quality. Therefore, we strongly suggest you to use a
rooftop antenna when received indoors.
2. This product is moveable but not be suitable of using in a high
speed moving environment. Please check other associated
products for these requirements.
3. When you use the function of pre-recording, real time recor-
ding, or time shifting, please make sure you have enough hard
disk space to save huge recording data.
4. In order to operate properly, please follow the user manual
and suggestive setup. Improper operations may cause the
system unstable or crash. Before you remove hard disk de-
vices, please check other related application has been closed.
We reserves the right to add or delete the application and its
functions; all new release drivers and application will be men-
tioned in our website. We are not responsible for fürther notice.
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Installation Steps
• Connect the Freecom DVB-T Stick to your computer.
• Install Driver
• Install DTV application
• Install DirectX 9.0 and reboot your system. (If DirectX 9.0 is already installed,
you may skip to next step)
• Restart Computer
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Chapter 1: Connect Freecom DVB-T Stick
Receiver to your computer
1. Connecting IEC connector to antenna.
2. Connecting antenna to PenType Receiver
3. Connecting PenType Receiver to USB interface on your computer.
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4. (Option:) You may need longer USB cable for the connection between
PenType Receiver and USB interface on your computer.
Note: When connecting the Freecom DVB-T USB Stick to a note-
book, make sure the energy saving function is deactivated. The
energy saving function reduces CPU performance and might
influence the operation of the DVB-T USB stick.
Note: The antenna and the DVB-T USB receiver must be placed in
an appropriate position for best reception each time the DTV is
used.
Chapter 2: Install Driver and Application
2.1 Install Driver
Please connect the Freecom DVB-T Stick to your computer to start the driver
installation.
1. Insert the included CD in your CD-ROM drive.
2. Computer will detect the new hardware and Found New Hardware Wizard
window will be popped up. Please select “Install from a list or specificInstall from a list or specific
Install from a list or specificInstall from a list or specific
Install from a list or specific
location (Advanced)location (Advanced)
location (Advanced)location (Advanced)
location (Advanced)”.
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3. Please select “Search for the best driver in these locationsSearch for the best driver in these locations
Search for the best driver in these locationsSearch for the best driver in these locations
Search for the best driver in these locations”. You may click
“BrowseBrowse
BrowseBrowse
Browse” to find the driver location on CD-ROM directory. Choose “\DVB-T\DVB-T
\DVB-T\DVB-T
\DVB-T
USB 2.0\DTV_DriverUSB 2.0\DTV_Driver
USB 2.0\DTV_DriverUSB 2.0\DTV_Driver
USB 2.0\DTV_Driver”.
4. Click “Continue AnywayContinue Anyway
Continue AnywayContinue Anyway
Continue Anyway” to continue
5. Click “FinishFinish
FinishFinish
Finish” to continue.
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6. Please select “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)
Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)
Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)” then click
“NextNext
NextNext
Next” to continue.
7. Please select “Search for the best driver in these locationsSearch for the best driver in these locations
Search for the best driver in these locationsSearch for the best driver in these locations
Search for the best driver in these locations”. You may click
“BrowseBrowse
BrowseBrowse
Browse” to find the driver location on CD-ROM directory. Choose ““\DVB-\DVB-
\DVB-\DVB-
\DVB-
T USB 2.0\DTV_DriverT USB 2.0\DTV_Driver
T USB 2.0\DTV_DriverT USB 2.0\DTV_Driver
T USB 2.0\DTV_Driver””.
8. Please click “Continue AnywayContinue Anyway
Continue AnywayContinue Anyway
Continue Anyway” to continue.
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