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- Page 1 Cat’s Eye USB 3560 HDTV Tuner Installation Guide – Version 4.1 VBox Communications Ltd. www.vboxcomm.com...
- Page 2 The material in this document is for information only and is subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, VBox Communications Ltd. assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
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Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Cat’s Eye VBox Communications is proud to introduce to you the USB 3560 HDTV Tuner. This is a Plug & Play device with USB 2.0 interface that enables reception of data and video ATSC terrestrial broadcasts into your PC. The unit’s unique and compact design ensures its operation even in small spaces, while providing an aesthetic appearance that Cat’s Eye... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Minimum System Requirements ................5 Additional Requirements ..................5 Connecting the Hardware..................7 Installing the Hardware Drivers ................9 Watching HDTV Broadcasts..................15 Troubleshooting....................... 16 Basic Troubleshooting ..................16 Advanced Troubleshooting ................. 18 Contact Information ....................19 VBox Communications USA ..................19... -
Page 5: Overview
Overview Cat’s Eye USB 3560 is an ATSC Terrestrial HDTV tuner for reception of ATSC video, audio, and IP data. It is capable of receiving information at the full data rate of an ATSC channel and up to 19.28 Mbps. The desired data streams are captured and forwarded to the PC through the USB 2.0 port at data rates of up to 480 Mbps. -
Page 6: System Description
System Description Cat’s Eye Picture 1: USB 3560 - Side View Cat’s Eye USB 3560 HDTV Tuner, shown in Picture 1 above, has an innovative design that ensures easy and comfortable use while modernizing the appearance of your computer environment. It includes an interlocking stand that allows it to remain upright or lie down on a flat surface. -
Page 7: Front Panel
Front Panel Yellow LED (Power) Green LED (Signal Lock) Cat’s Eye Picture 2: USB 3560 - Front Panel Cat’s Eye The LED panel of the USB 3560 is located in the unit’s front, as shown in Picture Table 1 below provides a brief description of the LED activity and its significance. Refer to it while installing the device and initializing its operation, as explained in the following sections. -
Page 8: Rear Panel
Rear Panel Coaxial Cable F Connector – RF In (Antenna) USB Connector Cat’s Eye Picture 3: USB 3560 - Rear Panel Cat’s Eye Picture 3 shows the rear panel configuration of the USB 3560 unit. This panel includes connectors to the antenna feed (RF-In) and to the USB 2.0 port For instructions on connecting the unit to your computer, refer to Section 3, Connecting the Hardware. -
Page 9: Installation Checklist
Installation Checklist Cat’s Eye USB 3560 Kit Checklist Cat’s Eye The following items are included in the USB 3560 kit. Make sure they are readily available to you at the time of installation. Cat’s Eye • USB 3560 HDTV Tuner + stand •... - Page 10 received. Check with the antenna manufacturer for recommendations in this respect. The Internet offers several sites in which you can check for the most suitable types of antennae for HDTV reception according to your location, such as: www.checkhd.com/buyersguide/antennas/installationguide.aspx (for PCs located within US territory).
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Page 11: Connecting The Hardware
If you do not feel comfortable with the process detailed below, we recommend you consult a qualified computer technician. Note VBox Communications, Ltd. assumes no liability for any damage caused directly or indirectly due to improper installation or use of the unit or any of its components. - Page 12 4. Connect the square end of the USB-2 cable to the corresponding connector on the unit. The yellow LED indicator lights up as the unit starts to function. Windows detects a new hardware device and launches the Found New Hardware wizard. Follow the instructions in the next section to install the tuner’s drivers.
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Page 13: Installing The Hardware Drivers
Installing the Hardware Drivers Cat’s Eye Note: Remove all previous versions of the USB 3560 drivers existing in your computer before installing the current ones. Refer to Section 6, Troubleshooting, for instructions on removal of the drivers. Cat’s Eye USB 3560 drivers can be installed either from the Installation CD-ROM included in the kit or from VBox’s FTP site (www.vboxcomm.com). - Page 14 2. If you wish to use the Installation CD-ROM as the source for the drivers, insert it into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM’s Opening Menu shows on screen. Click Minimize to return to Windows’ installation wizard. Figure 2: Installation CD-ROM’s Opening Menu 3.
- Page 15 4. a. Installing the BDA driver loader from the CD-ROM: select the “Search for the best driver in these locations” and the “Search removable media (floppy, CD- ROM…)” options. Click Next. The wizard looks for the corresponding files in the Installation CD-ROM and proceeds to install the driver loader.
- Page 16 5. Click Finish in the following screen to complete the installation of the BDA driver loader. The wizard prepares for the installation of the BDA Tuner driver. Figure 6: Completing the Installation of the BDA Driver Loader 6. The Found New Hardware window (Figure 1) displays again. Select the “No, not this time”...
- Page 17 8. When installation of the BDA driver is completed, the following window appears. Click Finish. The wizard prepares the installation of the BDA Tuner. Figure 8: Completing the Installation of the BDA Driver 9. Figure 1 displays again. Select the “No, not this time” option. Click Next to proceed with the installation of the BDA Tuner driver.
- Page 18 11. Upon finishing the installation of the BDA Tuner driver, the following window appears. Cat’s Eye Click Finish. This concludes the installation of the drivers for the USB 3560 HDTV Tuner. Proceed to configure the multimedia application of your choice to work with this tuner.
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Page 19: Watching Hdtv Broadcasts
USB 3560 HDTV Tuner package for this system. For further information, please contact VBox Communications at www.vboxcomm.com. Note: Check that the minimum system requirements for each application, as per manufacturer’s notice, are compatible with your system. Make sure that you configure Cat’s Eye... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Cat’s Eye USB 3560 HDTV Tuner is designed to work smoothly under most normal conditions. However, in the event that you experience some trouble with this device, proceed as follows: Basic Troubleshooting 1. Check that the USB 2.0 and antenna connections are properly established at both ends. - Page 21 Check the file and verify that your computer fulfills all minimum Cat’s Eye requirement for the operation of the USB 3560 HDTV tuner. In case you wish to consult with VBox Communications Ltd., please e- mail this file to the Support department together with your query.
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Page 22: Advanced Troubleshooting
Advanced Troubleshooting Video film does not display smoothly (“jerking” image): 1. Make sure that you are using a USB-2 cable to connect the device to the computer. 2. Make sure that the device is connected to a USB 2.0 High Speed port in your computer. -
Page 23: Contact Information
Contact Information Cat’s Eye For issues related to the USB 3560 HDTV Tuner, please contact VBox Communications Ltd. as per the following information: VBox Communications USA Marketing Phone: + 1 (877) 261-3442 Technical Support Support: support@vboxcomm.com Drivers: www.vboxcomm.com/vbox/USB2-3560_BDADrivers_2.1.705.7-XP_logo.zip...