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1. Getting Started
1.1 Introduction
The Genius TVGo-U202 capture device is the ideal mate when you want to enjoy different
types of entertainment. It includes great features that traditional TV's cannot provide. Just
hook up your cable or antenna to it then you can watch any TV program on your PC, no
more hassles of opening up your PC or notebook and inserting a card. You can also set
up a schedule to record your favorite TV programs by saving them in MPEG-1/2/4 format;
and capture pictures shown on TV as you watch. Plus, you can connect it to a VHS, DVD,
VCD, video game player, or even a camcorder, and you can play and record a TV/Video
program while you're watching it and replay it back at another time.
With the bundled Ulead Toolbox software, you can edit TV programs and format the file
you save on your PC or notebook to MPEG-4 or 3GPP files, which can then be played on
a 3G mobile phone. And with the USB 2.0 high transmission speed, you will eliminate any
slow images or interrupted TV signals. So now, with the TVGo-U202, you can watch and
record TV/Video on your desktop or notebook using this compact model.
1.2 Features
Portable shape, supports universal TV system
Powered by USB cable
Real-time recording and schedule recording in MPEG-1/2/4 format
Supports Time shifting and snapshot image capture
Bundled with video capture and editing software
1.3 Package Contents
You should have the following items in the package.TVGo-U202
Mini USB Cable
Audio Y-Cable
Remote control
PAL Converter
NTSC Converter
S-Video to RCA converter
Installation CD
User's Manual
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English
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- Page 1 It includes great features that traditional TV’s cannot provide. Just hook up your cable or antenna to it then you can watch any TV program on your PC, no more hassles of opening up your PC or notebook and inserting a card. You can also set up a schedule to record your favorite TV programs by saving them in MPEG-1/2/4 format;...
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Page 2: Input And Output Connections
2.1 TVGo-U202 1. Audio In: Connects external audio to unit using supplied cable. 2. TV In: Connects NTSC or PAL adaptor to connect to TV source. 3. S-Video In: Connects to S-Video sources, or to composite video sources using provided adaptor. - Page 3 TV). (See diagram 2) Composite to S-Video adaptor: Connects TVGo-U202 to Composite Video-format external devices, such as a DVD player or a VCR (devices that use S-Video plug directly into TVGo-U202). (See diagram 3) IR Extension cable: Provides an external IR sensor to use with your remote control.
- Page 4 The TVGo-U202 comes with a fully functional remote control. Make sure you aim at either the IR sensor on the unit or the IR sensor on the extension cable. (see section 2.1) You can use the following buttons on TVGo-U202’s remote control to access many of the functions.
- Page 5 XP (Service Pack 1) or Windows 2000 (Service pack 4) is installed in your system. If you are not sure what version of Windows you have, just click the right button of your mouse on “ My computer” folder and select ®...
- Page 6 English Before you install the Genius TVR, you will need to install DirectX. Just click on DirectX in the installation window to begin. A series of dialog boxes will appear; click 'Next' or 'Finish' at each prompt. When DirectX has finished installing, the installation window will appear again.
- Page 7 The TVGo-U202 interface operates the TVGo-U202. 3.1 Moving and resizing You can adjust the size of the TV screen by clicking and dragging on its edges with your mouse. You can move the interface around your screen by clicking and dragging anywhere on the interface.
- Page 8 Channel List. (See sections 3.5.1 and 3.5.5) You can also find the volume bar in the middle of the interface. Click on the + or - to increase or decrease the volume, or click anywhere on the volume bar to set the volume at that level.
- Page 9 Later, you will be able to access your favorite channels by clicking the right edge of the interface - a list of your favorite channels will appear, and you can click on a channel to choose it. You can also right-click on any channel listed in your favorites to change its name.
- Page 10 A higher BitRate will improve the quality of the recorded files. Working directory This allows you to choose the location on your PC where movies and pictures are saved. To change the location, click on “Browse” and select the folder you want to save your files in.
- Page 11 (See 3.6.5). 3.5.5 Full Scan tab This box lets you do a full scan for channels, as well as input frequencies to create channels. If you wish to use this option, check the “Use Full Scan Channel List”...
- Page 12 English To the left of the settings button is the Schedule Recording button. When you click on this symbol, a window will appear that allows you to schedule record TV programs. Weekly Schedule This allows you to schedule record shows that are broadcast at the same time every day or every week.
- Page 13 Page tab (see section 3.5.4). 3.6.6 Audio settings button When you click the audio settings button, a dialog box opens that allows you to set your audio preferences — balance, bass, treble, and volume.
- Page 14 Pause will pause the video, and you can resume watching by clicking on Play. Skip to Beginning will go to the beginning of the recorded video, and Skip to End will skip to the end of the recorded video (that is currently playing). To stop the TimeShift mode, you can click on Stop or on the red TimeShift button.
- Page 15 English Click the right button on a file gives you a dropdown menu with the following options E-Mail: Opens your computer’s default e-mail program to e-mail the selected file Save As: Lets you name and save the file to a selected folder...
- Page 16 4.1.5 Navigation buttons: Use these buttons for device control, trimming, and playing video clips 4.1.6 Insert Video files: Allows you to add video clips from a file to the Video Strip 4.1.7 Remove selected clips: Removes selected clips from the Video Strip.
- Page 17 To stop recording, click this button again or press the ESC button. It allows you to trim, arrange and render your video in preparation for final output and you can also convert the format through batch conversion or combine clips into one whole movie.
- Page 18 English Combining clips as one video Select the clips you want to include in the video on the Video Strip. Select Make movie in the Options Panel. Select the format you want for the video from the list. Type in a file name then click Save.
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