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F C C N O T I C E
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial,
industrial or business environment. This equipment can generate, use and radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures :
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must a ccept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
C A U T I O N O N M O D I F I C A T I O N S
To comply with the limits for the Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this device must be
installed in computer equipment certified to comply with the Class B limits. All cables used to connect the computer
and peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with non-certified computers or non-shielded cables may
result in interference to radio or television reception.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
C E N O T I C E
This is a Class B product.
DISCLAIMER
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its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose. Information presented in this
documentation has been carefully checked for reliability; however, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. The
information contained in this documentation is subject to change without notice.
In no event will AVerMedia be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the
use or inability to use this product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
T R A D E M A R K S
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trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer,
Inc. Microsoft is a registered trademark and Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. All other products or
corporate names mentioned in this documentation are for identification and explanation purposes only, and may be
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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the written permission of AVerMedia TECHNOLOGIES, Inc.

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  • Page 1 In no event will AVerMedia be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use this product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The Back Panel................... 6 Installing AVerKey550 to an IBM PC............8 Connecting a Wired Mouse..............9 Installing AVerKey550 to a Macintosh or PowerPC ........10 Connecting a TV Monitor and Video Source..........12 Chapter 3 Using the AVerKey550 The Remote Control Unit................14 Selecting Your Computer or a Video Source as the TV Output (Video Switcher Function) ............
  • Page 3 The PAN/POS Button................26 Panning to Other Parts of the Zoomed Image......... 26 Adjusting the Image Position..............27 The LED Panel.................... 27 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ............29 Appendix..................32 Limited Warranty ...............34...
  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the AVerKey . We are certain you will find this product a useful video presentation tool that is highly suitable for your business and multimedia applications. This chapter gives you an overview of what the AVerKey can do.
  • Page 5 Choose from 3 types of presentation highlight functions : ® AVerMedia POINTER Similar to a Laser Pointer, the AVerMedia Pointer is a 4 x 4 pixel square that lets you direct your viewers attention to key areas on the screen. Choose from an array of vibrant colors. ®...
  • Page 6 Chapter 1 Introduction ® AVerMedia SPOT Zoom Once you have highlighted a certain area using AVerMedia Spot, you can zoom in and out of the highlighted area. Up to 7 Sharpness Selections The AVerKey gives you up to 7 flicker-filter selections which provide 100% flicker-free TV display.
  • Page 7: What's In The Package

    AVerMedia AVerKey550 User’s Manual What’s in the Package Your AVerKey package includes the following : AC Power Adapter Unit S-Video Cable This User’s AVerKey550 Scan Converter and Manual Remote Control (batteries included) AV Cable 2 ADB Cables (for Macintosh) Computer...
  • Page 8: What You Can Do With The Averkey550

    Chapter 1 Introduction What You Can Do with the AVerKey550 • Business Conference Room Presentation • Classroom Presentation • Trade Show Presentation • Software Training Tape Recording • Advertisement • Multimedia and Video Production And more!! System Requirements To use the AVerKey , you will need : ®...
  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation And Setup

    Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Setup This chapter will show you how to install the AVerKey to an IBM compatible PC and Macintosh computer. The Back Panel The ports on the back panel of the AVerKey are for connecting the converter to the computer and graphics display monitor.
  • Page 10 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Setup Ž MONITOR : Connect the VGA or Macintosh display monitor to this port. A Monitor Adapter is needed to connect the Macintosh display monitor. (The Monitor Adapter is provided as an optional accessory.) • MOUSE/ADB : For IBM PC or compatible : If you need to use your wired mouse, connect the mouse to this port.
  • Page 11: Installing Averkey550 To An Ibm Pc

    AVerMedia AVerKey550 User’s Manual Installing AVerKey550 to an IBM PC Follow the setup diagram and procedure below to install the AVerKey an IBM compatible PC. Œ Connect the AVerKey to the PC. Plug one end of the supplied Computer Extension Cable to the AVerKey “VGA IN”...
  • Page 12: Connecting A Wired Mouse

    Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Setup Connecting a Wired Mouse The AVerKey remote control already provides a remote mouse which allows you to control your presentations. If you still need to use a wired mouse, make sure it is Microsoft compatible.
  • Page 13: Installing Averkey550 To A Macintosh Or Powerpc

    AVerMedia AVerKey550 User’s Manual Installing AVerKey550 to a Macintosh or PowerPC Œ Connect the supplied Computer Extension Cable to the AVerKey “VGA IN” port. • Attach the Computer Adapter to the other end of the Computer Extension Cable. Then, plug the Computer Adapter along with the attached Computer Extension Cable to the monitor port on the back panel of your Macintosh PC.
  • Page 14 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Setup “SCART RGB” port by using a SCART RGB Cable. (Note : The SCART RGB Cable is an optional accessory cable supplied with the AVerKey • Plug the supplied AC Power Adapter into the AVerKey “POWER”...
  • Page 15: Connecting A Tv Monitor And Video Source

    AVerMedia AVerKey550 User’s Manual Connecting a TV Monitor and Video Source Use the connectors at the side panel of the AVerKey to connect a TV monitor (or any video monitor). If you have a video source such as a VCR,...
  • Page 16 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Setup...
  • Page 17: Chapter 3 Using The Averkey550

    While using the remote, aim it at the Infrared Sensor. The infrared sensor is located at the front panel of the AVerKey AVerMedia AVerKey550 Front Panel The descriptions on the next page briefly explain what the remote control buttons are used for.
  • Page 18 Chapter 3 Using the AVerKey550 : Switches the AVerKey550 on/off. POWER : Restores the AVerKey550 to original RESET factory settings. SHARPNESS : Press the + button to increase the sharpness level. Press the button to decrease the sharpness level. BRIGHTNESS...
  • Page 19 (e.g. icon or window). In AVerKey550 mode: Use this button to : • Pan (move) around the computer image on TV. • Move the AVerMedia Pointer (or line) around the TV screen. • Highlight other areas of your presentation. L.DRAW : Use L.DRAW with the MOUSE CONTROL button to drag...
  • Page 20: Selecting Your Computer Or A Video Source As The Tv Output (Video Switcher Function)

    : You can use this button to change the color of the COLOR AVerMedia Pointer. You can also change the color of the frame which surrounds a highlighted area (AVerMedia Spot). There are 8 available colors to choose from. Refer to the section, Presentation Highlight Functions, for more details.
  • Page 21: Changing The Operating Mode Of The Remote

    AVerMedia AVerKey550 User’s Manual If you want your computer to be the output on TV, simply power on the AVerKey unit. If you have a video source like a VCR, LaserDisc Player or Camcorder connected to the AVerKey and you want the video source to be the output on TV, power off the AVerKey unit.
  • Page 22: Remote Mouse Buttons

    Chapter 3 Using the AVerKey550 Remote Mouse Buttons Mouse Control Button Left Mouse Right Mouse Button Button L.DRAW R.DRAW The table on the next page provides detailed, step-by-step procedures on how to use the remote mouse on a Windows environment.
  • Page 23: Presentation Highlight Functions

    Presentation Highlight Functions The AVerKey provides 3 special functions for highlighting key points in any presentation : AVerMedia Spot, AVerMedia Pointer and AVerMedia Spylight. You can use these functions by pressing the corresponding buttons on the remote control.
  • Page 24: Avermedia Spot

    Chapter 3 Using the AVerKey550 AVerMedia Spot To highlight a certain area in your presentation, press the SPOT button on the remote. A colored frame will appear around the highlighted area and the rest of the image will be darkened. The highlighted area will appear as if there is a "light"...
  • Page 25: Avermedia Pointer

    Pointer into a Line. Use the WIDTH button to extend the AVerMedia Pointer into a line or vice versa. At most, you can stretch the line up to the full extent of your screen width. Moving the AVerMedia Pointer (or Line) Use the MOUSE CURSOR Button to move the AVerMedia Pointer (or line) up, down, left or right.
  • Page 26: Avermedia Spylight

    When you press the ZOOM button for the first time, the upper left side of your computer image will be enlarged and displayed on TV. Once you have used other AVerMedia zoom functions (e.g. AVerMedia Area Zoom, Pointer-Zoom, etc.), you can press the ZOOM button to re-...
  • Page 27: Avermedia Area Zoom

    For example : AVerMedia Spot-Zoom As described earlier in the section, AVerMedia Spot, under Presentation Highlight Functions, you can highlight a certain area in your presentation by pressing the SPOT button. After pressing the SPOT button, press ZOOM to enlarge the highlighted...
  • Page 28: Avermedia Pointer-Zoom

    Chapter 3 Using the AVerKey550 Press the SPOT button to Then, press the ZOOM button to highlight an area. enlarge the highlighted area. AVerMedia Pointer-Zoom After you press the POINTER button to point on a key area in your presentation screen, press the ZOOM button to magnify the area where you are pointing to.
  • Page 29: Touch-Button Panel Control

    AVerMedia AVerKey550 User’s Manual Touch-Button Panel Control The Touch-Button Panel Control on the AVerKey unit gives you access to the most commonly used functions. Some of the touch buttons work differently than the remote control buttons. These include Brightness, Sharpness, PAN/POS, and the Directional Buttons.
  • Page 30: Adjusting The Image Position

    Chapter 3 Using the AVerKey550 Adjusting the Image Position 1. Check and see if the PAN/POS LED on the AVerKey front panel is ON. If it's not, press the PAN/POS button to switch to POS mode. 2. Press on the Directional Buttons to move the image up, down, left, or right.
  • Page 31 AVerMedia AVerKey550 User’s Manual button of the Touch-Button Control Panel. If the LED is OFF, it means that the panning function is active. If the LED is ON, it means that the positioning function is active. Infrared Sensor : The infrared sensor (at the middle of the front panel) receives incoming commands from the remote control.
  • Page 32: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This chapter provides many useful tips on how to solve common problems while using the AVerKey There is no picture on my TV. 1. Check all the connectors again as shown in this manual. 2. Check your TV remote control on/off switch and channel setting. 3.
  • Page 33 AVerMedia AVerKey550 User’s Manual When the signal runs through a VCR, there is no picture on the TV. 1. Check your TV/VCR input channel setting. 2. If your TV and VCR are connected to an AV Amplifier, please check the input/output selection.
  • Page 34 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting The remote control is not performing well enough. This may happen when the AVerKey is not getting a good reception from the remote. To get a good reception : 1. The distance between the remote and AVerKey must not exceed 7 meters (23 feet).
  • Page 35: Appendix

    Appendix Supported Display Modes The reference table below lists the various display resolutions which the AVerKey can support. Computer / Display Maximum Vertical Maximum Operating Resolution Frequency Horizontal System Frequency 720 × 400 IBM PC 70 Hz 31.5 KHz 640 × 480 DOS/V 60 Hz 31.5 KHz...
  • Page 36: Appendix Supported Display Modes

    Appendix Supported Display Modes Computer / Display Maximum Vertical Maximum Operating Resolution Frequency Horizontal System Frequency 1152 × 864 60 Hz 53.68 KHz 72 Hz 64.8 KHz 75 Hz 67.47 KHz 85 Hz 77.1 KHz 1280 × 960 60 Hz 75.16 KHz 70 Hz 69.9 KHz...
  • Page 37: Limited Warranty

    AVerMedia under this paragraph shall be, at AVerMedia’s option, the repair or replacement of the Product with the same or a comparable product. This warranty does not apply to (a) any Product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified, or removed, or (b) car-tons, cases, batteries, cabinets, tapes, or accessories used with this product.
  • Page 38: Contact Information

    SERVICES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, OR THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF ANY PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED ON CON-TRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, EVEN IF AVERMEDIA HAS ADVISED OF POSSIBILITY SUCH DAMAGES.

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