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- Page 1 AVer MediaCenter User Manual...
- Page 2 ©2010 by AVerMedia Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, or by any means without the prior written permission of AVerMedia Technologies Inc. AVerMedia Technologies Inc. reserves the right to modify its models, including their characteristics, specifications, accessories and any other information stated herein without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ................. 5 1.1 Device Introduction ..................6 1.2 System Requirements ..................7 1.3 Activating AVer MediaCenter ................7 1.4 Overview of AVer MediaCenter................ 8 Aver MediaCenter Console ....................... 8 Control Buttons On Title Bar ....................9 Control Buttons On Playback Window Control Panel .............. - Page 4 Picture-in-Picture(PIP) / Picture-by-Picture(PBP) Display ............ 32 3.4 Images Settings ..................... 33 3.5 About ......................34 Appendix ..................... 35 Hot Keys ..........................36 Glossary ..........................37...
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Page 5: Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction Thanks for purchasing AVer Media DarkCrystal HD Capture SDK. This high quality capture card is especially designed for professional players with high standards towards image/ video quality. AVer Media DarkCrystal HD Capture SDK also comes with a powerful application AVer MediaCenter, allowing you to capture high resolution images, record HD video clips, create your own slideshows with both the captured and images of other sources, and even create your own music library for both audio and video luxury. -
Page 6: Device Introduction
The functions of the supplied AVer MediaCenter for video capture cards include converting a live analog source into some type of analog or digital media, (such as a VHS tape to a DVD), archiving, video editing, scheduled recording (such as a DVR), etc. AVerMedia DarkCrystal HD Capture SDK Product Name C727 Model No. -
Page 7: System Requirements
2GB RAM is recommended for HD video capturing Activating AVer MediaCenter To launch AVer MediaCenter, double-click shortcut on desktop, or go to Start -> Programs -> AVerMedia. If AVer MediaCenter is launched, double-click AVer Quick “ ” icon on the lower right of the system tray. Introduction... -
Page 8: Overview Of Aver Mediacenter
For more information on advanced operations, please refer to contents from Chapter 2. AVer MediaCenter Console Description Title bar: Control over AVerMedia Console Main function menu: Capture, Video, Music, Images, Settings Playback window: Display of the selected source/ file ... -
Page 9: Control Buttons On Title Bar
Control Buttons On Title Bar Click To … Go back to the main menu Go back to a previous level Bring out the user’s manual Minimize AVerMedia Console to system tray Restore AVerMedia Console to previous size Exit AVerMedia Console ... -
Page 10: Navigation Tree
Navigation Tree This is an overview of the operations under each main function. For specific operation of each function, please refer to the table of contents and go to its according page. Introduction... -
Page 11: Running Aver Mediacenter For The First Time
When you run the AVer MediaCenter for the first time, the Setup Wizard will automatically pop up and take you through all the necessary steps for a complete setup. When Setup Wizard dialog box appears, click Yes. Select AVerMedia C727 HD Capture Device under Primary Device dropdown menu and click Next to continue. - Page 12 Select from the dropdown menu of Country/ S-Video/ Composite Video/ HD Input according to the place you use this device, the signals provided in your region, and the signals of the equipment connected to your PC. Then click Next. The wizard will guide you through to complete the setups for the available signals.
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Page 13: Getting Started
Chapter 2 Getting Started This Chapter includes descriptions of the five main functions on AVer MediaCenter main menu. Each basic operation is followed by more detailed information on sub menu under each function. Before using the AVer MediaCenter, it is highly recommended to read through the contents of this chapter. -
Page 14: Capture
Capture You can capture a high quality still image, a sequence of continuous images, or record a video clip when watching videos either from live or previously recorded sources or playing games in AVer MediaCenter. Basic Operations Select a video source from the left menu and then the desired input signal source from the dropdown menu on the upper right. -
Page 15: Capture In Live
Capture in Live Live video refers to any available current video source ready for playback. This can refer to any supported signal coming from the connected device, such as a DVD player or a video gaming device. Note : Video source setup is supposed to be completed when running AVer MediaCenter for the first time. -
Page 16: Operations Of Timeshift
Operations of TimeShift The TimeShift function performs background recording of a video playback, and allows you return to any part of the recorded program. At the same time, the live program continues to be recorded and played back so you won’t miss any part of the show. You can also advance forward to skip commercials or rewind to replay scenes again. -
Page 17: Operations Of Recorded Files
Operations of Recorded Files All the recorded files are listed with recording time and date. Reorganize the files with the menu on the left. Go to Capture -> Recorded Files. Reorganize the recorded files by checking the options provided on the left menu. Select the desired file from the list and then click on the control panel to start playback. -
Page 18: Using Schedule Recording
Using Schedule Recording The TimeShift function performs background recording of a program, and lets you return to any part of the recorded program. Go to Capture -> Schedule Recording. Click New Schedule to go to detail setting window. Edit a name for the schedule, and select the desired option from the dropdown menu under Task and After... - Page 19 Select the desired signal Source under Source. Check the desired recurrent frequency and enter the date of the program for the schedule. Click Save on the left menu to save your settings and bring up the next edit window. Enter the airing time of the program to be recorded.
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Page 20: Video
Video You can watch video files besides the recorded files in Video. Playing Video Files Go to “Video”. The video files recorded by AVer MediaCenter are listed on the right. Double click to start playing the selected file. Use the main playback window control panel to control the playback. -
Page 21: Music
Music You can add, delete, and reorganize your music files and create your own library for enjoyment in Music. Adding Music to your Playlist Go to “Music” “Add Music” and then the desired folder of music files. Select the tracks you wish to add to the playlist. -
Page 22: Playing Music
Playing Music To play music: Go to “Music”. Check Sequential to play tracks in order or Random for shuffle playback. Check Loop for repeat playback. Click to start playing music. Click on the following buttons to control your playback. Advance the playback. -
Page 23: Images
Images Images allows you not only to view captured images/ pictures but create and playback a slide show. Viewing the Captured Images Go to “Images”. The captured images are displayed in matrix on the right of the window. Click on the thumbnails to view the images in full screen. -
Page 24: Advanced Operations
Chapter 3 Advanced Operations Beyond basic usage, what else you can do with AVer MediaCenter in this chapter; we take you to the next level and explain the advanced features of this application. General Settings ......25 Capture Settings ......28 Video Settings ......... -
Page 25: General Settings
General Settings In General Settings, you can change the destination folder for recorded files, edit recording time and file size, assign the number of image you want to capture, and reset the Windows power options, etc. Configure Recording Go to “Settings” “General” “Configure Recording”. -
Page 26: Configure Snapshot
Configure Snapshot Go to “Settings” “General” “Configure Snapshot”. Click to locate a preferable folder for captured images. Enter the desired number of images to be captured, the interval between each image taken, and the format of the captured image to be saved. -
Page 27: More Options
More Options Go to “Settings” “General” “More Options”. Select the language for the application. Click Save to confirm the selection. Advanced Operations... -
Page 28: Capture Settings
Capture Settings In Capture settings, you can select SD (Standard Definition) or HD (High Definition) sources for capture/ recording results. SD input sources usually refer to signals coming from analog TV systems, VCR (Video Cassette Recorder)/ VHS or older video game stations, connected by composite RCA connectors or S-Video (Separate Video) 4-pin mini-DIN connectors. -
Page 29: Configure Sd Input Source > Sd Timeshift & Color Adjustment
Configure SD Input Source > SD Timeshift & Color Adjustment Go to “Settings” “Capture” “Configure SD Input Source” Click Configure Timeshift. Check to decide on the video quality of SD Timeshift. Configure SD Input Source > SD Color Adjustment Go to “Settings”... -
Page 30: Configure Hd Input Source
Configure HD Input Source In Capture settings, you can select SD (Standard Definition) or HD (High Definition) sources for capture/ recording results. HD signal sources usually refer to any video system of higher resolution than standard-definition (SD) video, and most commonly indicates resolutions of 1,280×720 pixels (720p) or 1,920×1,080 pixels (1080i/1080p). -
Page 31: Video Standards
Video Standards In Video Standards, you can change the settings that were made when you first ran the AVerMedia Center. Click to select from the dropdown menu and then Save to confirm your changes. Go to “Settings” “Capture”... -
Page 32: Video Settings
Video Settings Picture-in-Picture(PIP) / Picture-by-Picture(PBP) Display With the PIP/PBP feature, you are able to playback recorded video files, and at the same time, watch video. Go to “Video” “More Videos”. Select the desired file, or select to locate the desired video files. When playing the video file, click on the control panel to enable the PIP (Full Screen... -
Page 33: Images Settings
Images Settings In Images settings, you can set up the playback details for the captured images, or even add in other images of your previous collection to edit your own slide show. Go to “Settings” “Images”. From Play Settings dropdown menu, select Sequential to play a slide show in order or Random for shuffle playback. -
Page 34: About
About AVer MediaCenter provides a convenient tool, allowing users to access to our customer after sale service via AVerMedia’s website easily. Go to “Settings” “About”. Connect to the Internet and then click Product Information to access the product information webpage. Or Click Technical Support to connect to our technical support webpage. -
Page 35: Appendix
Appendix More tips and explanations are included in this chapter. Hot Keys ..........36 Glossary ..........37... -
Page 36: Hot Keys
Hot Keys Hot Keys Description Up/Down/Left/Right Move up, down, left or right to select the desired item. arrow Move to next item. Space Confirm the selected tracks or folders when under the main menu -Music. Open the user manual. Turn off / on the sound. -
Page 37: Glossary
Glossary A video format base on H.264 standard but has smaller video bit rate. It’s an iPod -compatible AVI is the most common video file format for format. playback on the computer. It can be saved in MPEG-2 uncompressed form if you want high quality video, or compressed using any of the available Videos compressed using MPEG-2 have codecs if you want to minimize the file size. - Page 38 Appendix...