Summary of Contents for Diamond XtremeTV PVR600
- Page 1 XtremeTV PVR600/PVR600RC USB 2.0 Quick Start Guide ©2005 Diamond Multimedia. All rights reserved. p/n: 40026 version 1.1...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Notices Page 1 System Requirements Page 1 Package Contents Page 2 Introduction Page 3 Installation Overview Page 4 Setup Options Page 5 PVR Only On a PC Page 6 With VCR Connected Page 7 Using a Television for the Display Page 8 Full Media Center Page 9... -
Page 4: Safety Notices
XtremeTV PVR600/PVR600RC Safety Notices • The power cord to your computer must be connected to a properly wired and grounded receptacle. • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. -
Page 5: Package Contents
Package Contents Please verify your package contains the following items. PVR600 USB 2.0 Device Firefly Remote (RC VERSION) USB Cable Installation CD 1 USB power cable Quick Start Guide S-VIDEO Cable RCA Cables (3) Warranty Card PAGE 2... -
Page 6: Introduction
Introduction To The Diamond XtremeTV PVR600 Welcome to XtremeTV! The main purpose of XtremeTV is to act as a PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This means that you can program XtremeTV in advance to record multiple shows from different channels, each starting at different times. Once the shows are recorded you can easily view them at a later date. -
Page 7: Installation Overview
XtremeTV PVR600 Installation Overview The XtremeTV PVR600 can be used in 3 different situations. We have documented the 3 ways in the paragraphs that follow. Please read each scenario to determine which way you would like to hook up and use the XtremeTV PVR600 prior to the installation. -
Page 8: Setup Options
Setup Option Diagrams You can connect virtually any video signal to the XtremeTV device for viewing and recording purposes. Some examples include cable TV, or a VCR. You may use either coaxial, composite RCA, or s-video cables to connect your video source to the XtremeTV device. XtremeTV can support up to 3 devices at a time (1 of each type of connection: coaxial, RCA &... -
Page 9: Pvr Only On A Pc
Option #1: XtremeTV as a PVR for viewing on a PC only The most common use for this product will be as a PVR (personal video recorder) only. This means that your cable TV signal will be input to the computer for the viewing and recording of TV shows on your PC. -
Page 10: With Vcr Connected
Option #2: XtremeTV as a PVR with VCR This scenario is the same as the previous scenario, however a VCR is input to XtremeTV as well. You can watch and record home videos and other tapes through XtremeTV. After recording a show you can use video authoring software to burn the show to a DVD that can be viewed on your TV using your home DVD player.(A trial version of this software can be found on the installation CD.) -
Page 11: Using A Television For The Display
You can connect your PC to your telvision set if your card features TV out- put. If you do not have a video card with TV output please check your store for the latest video cards by Diamond Multimedia. Most Diamond Multimedia video cards feature TV output. -
Page 12: Full Media Center
Option #4: Using XtremeTV as a media center This scenario is the same as the previous scenario, however a home stereo system has been added. When your home stereo is connected to your PC you can hear the live TV &... -
Page 13: Adding Video Input & Outputs
Instructions to Connect Your Cable TV to XtremeTV Parts required for the following steps 1 coaxial extender (included on XtremeTV device) 1 coaxial cable (not included) Optional Parts 2 extra coaxial cables (not included) 1 coaxial splitter (not included) 1 S-Video or RCA cable (included) Instructions 1. -
Page 14: Installing A Vcr Connection
Instructions to Connect a VCR to XtremeTV You can connect a VCR to the XtremeTV device by using a coaxial, RCA, or s-video cable. You can attach the VCR as the primary or secondary device to the XtremeTV device. We recommend connecting your VCR to the XtremeTV device through the RCA type connector, which can be found on the back of the XtremeTV device and on the back of most VCRs. -
Page 15: Connecting A Television Set
Instructions to Connect PC to TV Set (optional) If your video card has support for TV output it is possible to connect an s-video or RCA cable from the TV output on your video card to the match- ing s-video or RCA connector on the back of your TV. Back of video card s-video connector S-video to RCA converter... -
Page 16: Connecting The Pvr600 To Your Computer
USB port on your system. 3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on the XtremeTV PVR600 device. 4. Optional Step - Connect the USB power cable to an available USB port on your computer. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the DC IN on the PVR600. - Page 17 2. Click Install the software automatically (Recommended) and click Next. 3. Click the Continue Anyway button.(Windows 2000 click Yes) NOTE: Please do not be concerned about this warning. This device has been tested and is completely compatibile with Windows 2000, XP and Media Center Edition.
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Page 18: Software Installation
Center Edition. The software will also function within Windows XP Media Center Edition, though it is not required. NOTE: If you purchased a version of Diamond XtremeTV without Beyond TV, you can purchase Beyond TV separately at www.DiamondMM.com. 1. Insert the XtremeTV Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive and wait for the menu to appear. -
Page 19: Firefly
Please make sure that you have first installed the XtremeTV driver and BeyondTV before installing the Firefly remote control. NOTE 1: If you purchased a version of Diamond XtremeTV without the Firefly remote control, you can purchase Firefly separately at www.DiamondMM.com. -
Page 20: Beyond Media
CUSTOMERS WITH BEYOND MEDIA ONLY (Please check Installation CD for details) NOTE: If you purchased a version of Diamond XtremeTV without Beyond Media, you can purchase Beyond Media separately at www.DiamondMM.com. Beyond Media Installation Insert the XtremeTV Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive and wait for the menu to appear. -
Page 21: Technical Support
Please provide us with an exact description of the problem including any error messages that occur. Please let us know what steps you have already taken to troubleshoot the problem. Diamond Technical Support Options Diamond Free Support Hours: Mon – Fri, 8am – 4:30pm Pacific Time... - Page 22 Diamond Multimedia 19748 Dearborn Street Chatsworth, CA. 91311 Phone: (818) 534-1414 www.diamondmm.com...