WiFi-TV

IEEE 802.11a/b/g

Wireless LAN Adapter and

Digital/Analog TV/FM Radio Tuner

PCI Card

User guide

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Contents

Notices ................................................................................................. v

Safety information .............................................................................. vi

About this guide ................................................................................ vii

WiFi-TV specifications summary ......................................................... ix

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1

Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2

1.2

Package contents ................................................................. 1-2

1.3

Special features .................................................................... 1-3

1.3.1

Wireless LAN features ............................................ 1-3

1.3.2

TV features ............................................................ 1-4

1.4

Card layout ........................................................................... 1-5

1.5

LED indicator ........................................................................ 1-5

Chapter 2: Installation

2.1

Card installation .................................................................... 2-2

2.1.1

System requirements ............................................. 2-2

2.1.2

Installing the card ................................................... 2-2

2.2

Connecting devices and accessories .................................... 2-3

2.2.1

Digital cable TV and FM radio ................................. 2-3

2.2.2

Analog cable TV ..................................................... 2-3

2.2.2

Television, VCR, or camcorder ................................ 2-3

2.2.3

Wi-Fi antenna .......................................................... 2-4

2.3

Driver installation ................................................................. 2-6

2.3.1

Running the support CD ......................................... 2-6

2.3.2

Drivers menu .......................................................... 2-6

2.3.3

Manual menu ........................................................... 2-7

2.3.4

ASUS contact information ...................................... 2-7

2.3.5

Wi-Fi driver and utilities installation ........................ 2-8

Chapter 3: Wi-Fi features

3.1

Recommended network setup .............................................. 3-2

3.1.1

Ad-hoc mode .......................................................... 3-2

3.1.2

Infrastructure mode ................................................ 3-2

3.1.3

Software Access Point (Soft AP) ........................... 3-3

3.1.4

Wireless bridge (Wireless Distribution System) ..... 3-4

3.2

Using the One Touch wizard ................................................. 3-5

3.2.1

Launching the setup wizard ................................... 3-5

3.2.2

Creating your own wireless LAN (One Touch) ........ 3-5

3.2.3

Connecting to an access point ............................... 3-8

3.2.4

Connecting to another wireless device .................. 3-9

3.2.5

Customizing your setup ........................................ 3-11

Contents

3.3

Other software support ...................................................... 3-14

3.3.1

Control Center ...................................................... 3-14

3.3.2

Wireless Settings .................................................. 3-16

3.3.3

Mobile Manager ..................................................... 3-17

3.3.4

Site Monitor .......................................................... 3-18

Chapter 4: TV features

4.1

Using PowerCinema .............................................................. 4-2

4.1.1

Launching PowerCinema ......................................... 4-2

4.1.2

Optimizing your computer for multimedia .............. 4-3

4.1.3

Navigating through the home page ........................ 4-6

4.1.4

Using the player controls ........................................ 4-6

4.1.5

Watching TV ........................................................... 4-7

4.1.6

Watching movies .................................................... 4-9

4.2

Using PowerDirector ........................................................... 4-10

4.2.1

Adjusting the sound recording settings ............... 4-10

4.2.2

Creating movies .................................................... 4-10

Appendix: Reference information

A.1

Wireless LAN channels ......................................................... A-2

A.1.1

IEEE 802.11b/g ...................................................... A-2

A.1.2

IEEE 802.11a .......................................................... A-3

A.2.1

Using the remote controller ................................... A-4

A.2

Remote controller ................................................................. A-4

A.2.2

Remote controller layout ........................................ A-5

A.2.3

Remote controller functions ................................... A-5

A.2.4

Mouse mode ........................................................... A-6

A.3

International TV systems and standards .............................. A-7

Notices

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment 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 residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, 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 to 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.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This equipment complies with the FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a mininum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference

Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Safety information

• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord.

These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.

• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.

• Place the product on a stable surface.

• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the card.

This guide contains the following parts:

• C h a p t e r 1 : P r o d u c t i n t r o d u c t i o n

This chapter describes the card features and the new technologies it supports.

• C h a p t e r 2 : H a r d w a r e a n d d r i v e r i n s t a l l a t i o n

This chapter provides step by step instructions on how to install card and the card drivers and utilities to your computer.

• C h a p t e r 3 : W i F i f e a t u r e s

This chapter provides information on the Wi-Fi features of the card including the recommended setup and bundled utilities.

• C h a p t e r 4 : T V f e a t u r e s

This chapter provides information on the TV features of the card and the bundled software application.

• A p p e n d i x : R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n

The Appendix provides information on the wireless LAN channels, remote controller, and TV standards in your location.

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1 .

A S U S w e b s i t e s

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2 .

O p t i o n a l d o c u m e n t a t i o n

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this user guide.

when trying to complete a task.

when trying to complete a task.

task.

task.

Italics

<Key>

<Key1+Key2+Key3>

Command

Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the

Enter or Return key.

If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

Means that you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.

Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: format a:

WiFi-TV specifications summary

PCI bus

IEEE 802.11g; IEEE 802.11a; IEEE 802.11b

Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)

Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)

802.11a/g : 54, 48, 36, 24,18, 12, 9, and 6 Mbps

802.11b

: 11, 5.5, 2, and1 Mbps

Infrastructure mode

Ad-hoc mode (peer-to-peer)

Software Access Point (Soft AP) mode*

Wireless Bridge (Wireless Distribution System) mode*

802.11b/g : 24 12 ~ 2462 M Hz

802.11a : 5180 ~ 5240 M Hz

5 260 ~ 5 320 M Hz

5 7 4 5 ~ 5805 M Hz

64 or 128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption

Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)

Indoor : 130 ft (40 m)

Outdoor : 1000 ft (310 m) LOS**

-20ºC ~ 65ºC

-30ºC ~ 75ºC

IEEE 802.11a/b/g devices

Windows ® 2000/XP/2003 Server (32-bit version)

Omni-directional dual-band antenna with magnetic base

Green data transmission (AIR) LED

One Touch Wizard

Control Center

Wireless Settings

Mobile Manager

Site Monitor (client mode)

***** O n W i n d o w s

(Continued on the next page)

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WiFi-TV specifications summary

PCI bus

NTSC/PAL/SECAM

Analog TV

Digital TV (DVB-T)

FM radio

Analog PAL/SECAM

Digital PAL/SECAM

Audio-Video In

CyberLink PowerCinema

CyberLink PowerDirector

Intervideo ® WinDVD Suite

Windows ® XP

WiFi-TV remote controller with USB IR receiver

Audio-Video cable

PAL/SECAM to NTSC RF adapter

FM antenna

This chapter describes the card features and the new technologies it supports.

1

introduction

1.1

Welcome!

The WiFi-TV card delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality products!

Before you start installing the card, drivers, and software applications, check the items in your package with the list below.

1.2

Package contents

Check your WiFi-TV package for the following items.

ASUS WiFi-TV PCI card

Audio-Video cable

Remote controller with two “AAA” batteries

USB remote controller IR receiver with mounting tape

PAL/SECAM to NTSC RF adapter

Omni-directional dual-band antenna

FM antenna

ASUS WiFi-TV support CD includes:

• Card drivers

• CyberLink PowerCinema

• Cyberlink PowerDirector

D o c u m e n t a t i o n User guide

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

1.3

Special features

1.3.1

Wireless LAN features

With data transmission rate up to five times faster than IEEE 802.11b

standards, the WiFi-TV breaks the wireless data transmission speed barrier to give you faster Internet connection and file sharing capabilities.

Designed for novice home users and experts alike, the One Touch setup wizard guides you through the entire setup process without the hassles of configuring confusing network settings.

The One Touch wizard guides you in configuring the WiFi-TV as an access point and intelligently configures the Internet connection sharing settings so you can share your Internet connection with other computers in your home or office network.

Because WiFi-TV uses IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, you can easily integrate all wireless devices using different wireless standards. This flexibility lets you use the WiFi-TV card in almost any wireless LAN environment.

If you are using a Windows ® 2000/XP/Server 2003 operating system, you can transform the WiFi-TV card into a Software Access Point (Soft AP).

When in Soft AP mode, WiFi-TV can support an unlimited number of client computers with wireless LAN adapters making it an ideal solution for homes and offices with single Internet connection or network printer.

Integrate several wireless LANs using the wireless bridge capability of the

WiFi-TV. With the bundled software utilities, you can connect several wireless LANs in no time without buying expensive wireless LAN peripherals.

The WiFi-TV support CD includes the latest utilities that could help you set up and create a wireless home or office network. These utilities also assist you in integrating the card to an existing wireless network.

A moveable, omni-directional, dual-band antenna comes with your WiFi-TV card to maximize your wireless coverage.

1.3.2

TV features

The WiFi-TV card lets you watch TV on your PC. With a digital cable TV/FM radio and analog cable TV interfaces, WiFi-TV supports both digital (DVB-T) and analog cable TV and FM radio signals. Digital cable TV signals provide clearer, sharper images, and stereo quality sound. Contact your local cable

TV provider for the availability of this service.

The card supports NTSC, PAL, or SECAM TV standard. If the TV standard in your area is NTSC, use the PAL/SECAM to NTSC RF adapter to receive TV signals from your digital or analog cable TV provider.

If you want to watch on your television set or create a movie from your digital video recorder, you can use the supplied AV cable to connect the

WiFi-TV to your television or camcorder. With this, you still enjoy digital or analog cable TV signals anytime. You can also use the AV cable to connect other multimedia devices such as VCRs and digital cameras.

Your WiFi-TV package includes the PowerCinema application that allows you to watch and record your favorite TV programs, watch DVD/VCD movies, browse photos stored in your computer, or listen to your favorite music CD or FM radio station.

If you want to watch or create a movie from your home videos, you can connect your video recorder to the Audio-Video port and create a movie using the bundled PowerDirector application.

1.4

Card layout

Analog TV port

Digital TV/

FM radio port

Audio-Video port

Wi-Fi activity LED

Wi-Fi antenna port

1.5

LED indicator

The card comes with a wireless LAN activity LED. Refer to the table below for the LED indications.

The WiFi-TV is on but has no data activity

The WiFi-TV card is off

F l a s h i n g The WiFi-TV card is transmitting and/or receiving data

The WiFi-TV card scanning for available access points or another wireless device

This chapter provides step by step instructions on how to install card and the card drivers and utilities to your computer.

2.1

Card installation

2.1.1

System requirements

Before installing the WiFi-TV card, make sure that your system meets the following requirements.

• Intel ® Pentium™ 4 600+ series processor

AMD Athlon™ processor

• Windows ® 2000/XP/2003 Server

• 64 MB system memory (minimum)

• Microsoft DirectX 9.0 or higher

• Windows Media Player 9 or higher

• Optical drive for utilities and driver installation

• Available PCI slot

• Local digital or analog cable TV subscription

2.1.2

Installing the card

To install the WiFi-TV card:

1.

Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).

2.

Remove the bracket opposite the PCI slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later use.

3.

Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. Refer to the drawing on the right.

4.

Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.

5.

Replace the system cover.

2.2

Connecting devices and accessories

2.2.1

Digital cable TV and FM radio

If you have a digital cable TV subscription, insert the cable TV connector to the cable port labeled

TV-D to receive digital TV signals. You can also connect the bundled FM radio antenna to this port.

2.2.2

Analog cable TV

If you have an analog cable TV subscription, you can connect the cable TV connector to the cable port on connector to the lower coaxial cable port to receive analog TV signals.

If the TV standard in your location is NTSC, use the PAL/

SECAM to NTSC RF adapter to receive cable TV signals. Refer to the Appendix for details.

2.2.2

Television, VCR, or camcorder

If you want to watch TV on your television set or record TV shows on your VCR, DVD recorder or camcorder, you can use the supplied audio-video cable to connect these appliances.

Connect one end of the audio-video cable to the AV-IN port, then connect the plugs to the appliance. Refer to the plug specifications table on the next page.

television/VCR/camcorder with S-Video port

TV/VCR with a composite Video In port

TV/VCR with a composite Left Audio In port

TV/VCR with a composite Right Audio In port

2.2.3

Wi-Fi antenna

The multi-directional, moveable, and dual-band antenna maximizes the

WiFi-TV wireless coverage.

To install the antenna:

1.

Locate the wireless LAN antenna port on the card bracket.

2.

Connect the antenna twist-on connector (female) to the wireless LAN antenna port

(male).

3.

Place the antenna at an elevated location to enhance your wireless coverage.

• Do not place the antenna under your table or in a closed compartment.

• The speed of wireless transmission decreases as you move farther from the access point. To achieve faster data transmission, minimize the distance between the WiFi-TV and the access point

(Infrastructure mode) or the other wireless device.

The WiFi-TV range is dependent on the operating environment. Every home or office layout varies in obstacles, barriers, or wall types that could reflect or absorb radio signals. For example, two wireless devices in an open space can achieve an operating distance of up to 200 ft, while the same devices can only achieve up to 80 ft when used indoors.

By default, the device automatically adjusts the data rate to maintain an operational wireless transmission. Therefore, a wireless device that is close to the access point may operate at higher speeds while a wireless device far from the access point may operate at lower speeds.

A site survey (provided with the ASUS WiFi-TV card) analyzes the installation environment and recommends the best location for wireless

LAN devices and access points.

2.3

Driver installation

The support CD that came with the WiFi-TV package contains the drivers and utilities that you can install to avail all card features. Make sure that you install all necessary motherboard drivers and utilities before installing the WiFi-TV drivers.

The contents of the support CD may change at any time without notice.

Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates.

2.3.1

Running the support CD

Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the the support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder.

2.3.2

Drivers menu

The drivers menu shows the available device drivers and utilities. Install the necessary drivers to activate the card features

Installs the TV tuner driver.

Installs the PowerCinema application.

Installs the driver and utilities for the wireless LAN adapter.

2.3.3

Manual menu and applications.

Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install opening a user manual file.

2.3.4

ASUS contact information also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

2.3.5

Wi-Fi driver and utilities installation

If you are using a Windows ® operating system, your computer following instructions.

To install the Wi-Fi driver and utilities:

1.

Place the WiFi-TV card support CD to the optical drive.

2.

The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu. See page 2-6 for details.

3.

Click ASUS Wireless LAN Utility and Driver

LAN Card installation window appears.

4.

Click Install ASUS WLAN Card Utilities/Driver

5.

Follow screen instructions to complete installation.

6.

When finished, restart your computer.

Windows ® XP wireless options

If you are using Windows ® window appears during

Make sure you select the ASUS utilities option to avail of the WiFi-TV

Soft AP features.

This chapter provides information on the Wi-Fi features of the card including the recommended setup and bundled utilities.

3.1

Recommended network setup

You can use the ASUS WiFi-TV in various wireless network configurations.

After installing the card and the wireless LAN adapter drivers to your computer, select the most appropriate configuration for your home or office wireless network.

The following descriptions are for reference only and may not exactly match your actual network configuration.

3.1.1

Ad-hoc mode connects to another wireless device

(also called station) within its operating range. Select this configuration when no access point

(AP) is present in your wireless network.

MODE

3.1.2

Infrastructure mode wireless network is centered on an access point (AP) that provides a central link for wireless clients to communicate with each other or with a wired network.

In this setup, the WiFi-TV functions as a wireless client/station that connects to an AP to establish connection to a wired or wireless

LAN.

3.1.3

Software Access Point (Soft AP)

You can configure the WiFi-TV as a software access point (Soft AP). In this mode, the WiFi-TV becomes the access point that connects wireless clients to the Internet or network printer.

Set WiFi-TV to this mode if:

• you are using Windows ® 2000/XP/2003 Server operating system

• the motherboard has an onboard Ethernet/Gigabit LAN adapter

The WiFi-TV Soft AP feature can support an unlimited number of wireless clients and is ideal for homes with several computers but with only a single

Internet connection and/or one printer.

MODE

3.1.4

Wireless bridge (Wireless Distribution System)

In a wireless bridge setup, the WiFi-TV connects two or more APs while maintaining connection to its wireless clients. The wireless bridge feature of the WiFi-TV is a cost-effective solution for integrating several wireless networks.

MODE

MODE

3.2

Using the One Touch wizard

The One Touch wizard allows you to configure the WiFi-TV through stepby-step instructions. The wizard helps you to:

• Configure the WiFi-TV as an access point, and

• Set the Internet connection sharing feature.

Make sure that you have selected the most appropriate configuration for your wireless home network before you proceed. Refer to section 3.1

“Recommended network setup” for details.

3.2.1

Launching the setup wizard

This utility launches automatically when you restart the system after installing the WiFi-TV drivers and utilities.

3.2.2

Creating your own wireless LAN (One Touch)

You can create your own wireless local area network (WLAN) in your home if your:

• home network does not have an existing access point

• computer is connected to the Internet and you intend to share this connection to other computers/devices in your home network

• other computers/devices have an IEEE 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN adapter (i.e. Centrino™ notebooks, PDAs with Wi-Fi feature)

• operating system is Windows ® 2000/XP/2003 Server

To create your own wireless LAN:

1.

In the O p e r a t i o n M o d e

2.

Click N e x t

3.

Assign a Service Set Identifier

(SSID) for the WiFi-TV

(i.e. Tech Comm Department).

By default, the wizard uses the computer name as the

SSID. The SSID identifies the wireless device in a network. All wireless devices within a network must have the same SSID to establish connection.

4.

Check the D a t a e n c r y p t i o n ( W E P - e n a b l e d ) secure your wireless network with a Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)

The wizard automatically configures the WiFi-TV card settings indicates that you have successfully created your wireless LAN.

5.

If the access point has an enabled DHCP server, select assign the IP address manually by entering the values in the IP address field.

Inquire the IP address with your network administrator.

6.

F i n i s h

7.

I m p o r t a n t I n f o r m a t i o n window displays the WiFi-TV settings.

Write down the SSID and encryption settings in a piece of paper for reference.

All wireless computers/ devices in your home network must have the same settings as that of the

WiFi-TV to establish connection.

3.2.3

Connecting to an access point

If you have an existing access point in your home network, follow these instructions to connect the WiFi-TV to the access point.

1.

Launch the One Touch wizard.

2.

C o n n e c t t o o t h e r

The wizard scans for available access point(s) and wireless devices in your location.

3.

Select an access point from access point is marked with the icon .

The wizard connects the

WiFi-TV to the selected access point.

4.

When connected to an access point, the wizard displays the connection information.

TCP/IP settings.

If the WiFi-TV fails to connect to an access point, the wizard instructs you to change the

WiFi-TV settings or click the

5.

If the access point has an enabled DHCP server, select assign the IP address manually by entering the values in the IP address field.

Inquire the IP address with your network administrator.

6.

F i n i s h

3.2.4

Connecting to another wireless device

If no access point or Internet connection is present in your home network, you can use the wizard to connect the WiFi-TV to another wireless computer, notebook, or PDA for file or printer sharing. This is called an

To connect to another wireless computer or device:

1.

Launch the One Touch wizard.

2.

Select the C o n n e c t t o

3.

Select a wireless device from wireless device is marked with the icon .

The wizard connects the

WiFi-TV to the selected wireless device.

highlight a wireless device from the list.

4.

When connected to the wireless device, the wizard displays the connection information.

TCP/IP settings.

If the WiFi-TV fails to connect to a wireless device, the wizard instructs you to change the WiFi-TV settings or click

5.

Assign the IP address manually by entering the values in the IP address field.

In an Ad-hoc network, you must specify the WiFi-TV IP address manually.

Make sure that the WiFi-TV IP address is on the same subnet as that of the other wireless device to establish connection. For example, if the other wireless device IP is 192.168.0.1, then the WiFi-TV IP must be

192.168.0.X, where X = 2 ~ 254).

6.

F i n i s h

3.2.5

Customizing your setup

If you are familiar with wireless network settings, you can configure the in the setup wizard.

To customize the WiFi-TV setup:

1.

Launch the One Touch wizard.

2.

Select C r e a t e a n e w

3.

Click N e x t

4.

Assign a Service Set Identifier

(SSID) for the WiFi-TV

(i.e. Tech Comm Department).

By default, the wizard uses the computer name as the

SSID. The SSID identifies the wireless device in a network. All wireless devices within a network must have the same SSID to establish connection.

5.

Select the WiFi-TV card channel or check the A u t o C h a n n e l

If you specified a channel, all wireless devices within the network must use the same channel to establish connection.

6.

N e x t

7.

Set the N e t w o r k below for a comparison of the network authentication methods.

The WiFi-TV accepts connection requests from any wireless device within its operating range.

Only wireless device(s) with the same encryption are allowed connection to the WiFi-TV.

8.

Enable D a t a E n c r y p t i o n

9.

D a t a

Equivalent Privacy (WEP) generation mode.

Refer to the next page for ways on how to set the

WEP encryption keys.

Assign the WEP keys then click

(0 ~ 9, a ~ f, A ~ F) or five ASCII characters in each of the four WEP keys.

For 128-bit encryption enter 26 hexadecimal digits (0 ~ 9, a ~ f, A ~ F) or

13 ASCII characters in each of the four WEP keys.

algorithm to generate four WEP keys based on the typed combination.

otherwise, assign the IP address manually by entering the values in the IP address field.

12. The wizard configures the

WiFi-TV card settings, then

Write down the SSID and encryption settings in a piece of paper for reference.

All wireless computers/ devices in your home network must have the same settings as that of the WiFi-TV to establish connection to the

Internet.

3.3

Other software support

The WiFi-TV comes with several utilities to configure and set up the

WiFi-TV in your home or office network. The following applications are automatically installed when you install the WiFi-TV drivers and utilities.

The bundled software applications are subject to change without notice.

Visit the ASUS website for updates.

3.3.1

Control Center

Use this utility to launch the Wireless Settings, Mobile Manager, and Site

Monitor applications. During system startup, the Control Center launches automatically and displays an icon in the taskbar. This icon provides

Internet connection and link quality indications.

The Control Center icon changes automatically to indicate the WiFi-TV mode, Internet connection status, and link quality to an access point or another wireless device. Refer to the table below for Control Center icon indications.

Excellent link quality and connected to the Internet

Good link quality and connected to the Internet

Fair link quality and connected to the Internet

Poor link quality but connected to the Internet

Not linked but connected to the Internet

Excellent link quality but not connected to the Internet

Good link quality but not connected to the Internet

Fair link quality but not connected to the Internet

Poor link quality and not connected to the Internet

Not linked and not connected to the Internet

The WiFi-TV is connected to a wireless device.

The WiFi-TV is not connected to a wireless device.

The WiFi-TV is connected to the Internet.

The WiFi-TV is in access point mode.

Right-clicking the Control Center icon displays the WiFi-TV software applications. Refer to the succeeding sections for details on these applications.

Left-clicking the Control Center icon displays the left-click menu.

allows you to select the utility to use in the configuring the WiFi-TV. Select features.

3.3.2

Wireless Settings the WiFi-TV. Use the Wireless Settings to view the operational and connection status, or to modify the WiFi-TV configuration.

Click the icons on the left panel to display the information or configuration sheet on the right.

3.3.3

Mobile Manager alternative network settings for different locations. You must set up this utility once so you can easily switch configurations when changing locations.

To launch the Mobile Manager utility:

M o b i l e M a n a g e r from the Windows ® desktop.

You can use the Mobile Manager utility main window to create, edit, or activate a configuration. The main window displays the menu bar, tool bar, and existing configurations.

Click the toolbar buttons to access common commands in the Mobile

Manager utility. All toolbar button commands are also available from the menu bar.

See the help file for details on the ASUS Mobile Manager.

3.3.4

Site Monitor available wireless networks. Use this utility to determine the best location to place the WiFi-TV.

To launch the Site Monitor:

1.

Click the S t a r t

2.

O K

The Site Monitor main window displays the available wireless connections and the signal-to-noise (SNR) value of a selected connection.

• Some AP disable their SSID broadcasting to hide themselves from the

Site Monitor. You can join these APs if you specify the same SSID.

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This chapter provides information on the TV features of the card and the bundled software application.

4.1

Using PowerCinema

The PowerCinema application comes with the ASUS WiFi-TV card support

CD. This application allows you to watch TV and DVDs, listen to FM radio or music CDs, or browse pictures stored in your computer. Use the mouse or the remote controller to navigate through the user interface. For details on the remote controller, see the Appendix.

For more information on this application, browse and/or print the

Cyberlink PowerCinema 4.0 User’s Manual from the support CD Manual tab. Refer to page 2-4.

4.1.1

Launching PowerCinema

There are three ways to launch the PowerCinema application.

( 1 ) F r o m t h e W i n d o w s

( 2 ) F r o m t h e P o w e r C i n e m a i c o n

Double-click the CyberLink PowerCinema icon on the desktop.

( 3 ) F r o m t h e r e m o t e c o n t r o l l e r

Toggle) to launch the application. Refer to the Appendix for details on the remote controller.

4.1.2

Optimizing your computer for multimedia

During initial launch, a Setup Wizard prompts you to optimize your computer for various multimedia functions.

To optimize your computer:

1.

From the Setup Wizard initial continue.

2.

Select the screen ratio of your display device, then

3.

Select the type of TV tuner

If you have a digital cable TV

4.

Select the TV connection

If you have a cable TV

5.

Select your location, then

Setting the correct location allows the application to select the appropriate TV standard and DVD region to your location.

6.

When prompted, click

(recommended); otherwise,

A new window appears when you autoscan the channels.

7.

When prompted, click

(recommended); otherwise,

8.

The application then prompts you to search for stored music files in your computer.

continue.

9.

Select a two- or threedimensional display effect,

10. When prompted, key-in your name and e-mail address,

11. Click Finish to close the

Setup Wizard and to display the PowerCinema 4 main menu.

You can run the Setup Wizard anytime by clicking or selecting from the

PowerCinema home page.

4.1.3

Navigating through the home page

The home page has six multimedia functions (TV, Movies, Videos, Music,

Pictures, Radio, Extras) and a configuration option (Settings) that you can select by pressing the up/down arrow of the remote controller or by using the mouse. To launch a function, press the OK button of the remote controller or click the mouse.

4.1.4

Using the player controls

When using a mouse, each multimedia screen has a player control at the bottom left corner of the display that allows control of the current function. The player controls correspond to the remote controller buttons.

Refer to the Cyberlink PowerCinema 4.0 User’s Manual from the support

CD for details on the player control.

4.1.5

Watching TV

The PowerCinema application allows you to watch TV on your computer.

or click the mouse to display the TV screen.

Make sure that you autoscan the channels before you watch TV on your and/or configure the TV settings.

To watch TV in full screen, highlight the TV window using the remote the mouse. To change channels, use the remote controller or the keyboard

Page Up/Page Down keys or the numeric keys.

Watch full screen live TV on your computer

Play, sort, and manage recorded TV programs

Set the channel, program, and time for TV recording

Display a thumbnail of each available channel

View the program guide from your Electronic Program Guide (EPG) provider or EPG source (Internet)

Search for programs by channel or category

Change or adjust the signal, channel, recording, and EPG settings

If you have a digital cable TV subscription, you must change the TV signal setting using the TV Settings window.

To change the signal setting:

1.

From the TV screen, select

2.

Select S i g n a l S e t t i n g s the TV settings window, then

3.

S i g n a l T y p e signal settings window, then

4.

Select D i g i t a l

5.

Highlight the A p p l y

4.1.6

Watching movies

The PowerCinema allows you to watch DVD or VCD movies on your computer.

To watch a movie:

1.

Insert the DVD or VCD movie to the optical drive. When playing DVDs, make sure that the optical drive supports the DVD standard.

2.

M o v i e s controller, or click the mouse to start watching the movie.

3.

Use the remote controller or the player control to stop, play, pause, forward, or rewind the movie.

Refer to the Cyberlink PowerCinema 4.0 User’s Manual from the support

CD for details on how to watch movies, play music, and browse photos.

4.2

Using PowerDirector

You can create a DVD movie of your favorite home videos using the

PowerDirector application and the AV IN port of the WiFi-TV card.

4.2.1

Adjusting the sound recording settings

You must adjust the sound recording settings before creating a movie.

To do this:

1.

From the Windows ®

2.

Click S o u n d s , S p e e c h , the Control Panel window,

3.

Click the A u d i o

4.

A p p l y

4.2.2

Creating movies

To create a movie:

1.

Connect the audio and video source (i.e. camcorder, video recorder,

VCR) to the WiFi-TV AV IN connector. See page 2-3 to 2-4 for details.

2.

Use the PowerDirector application to capture and create movies from your videos. Refer to the application help for details.

The Appendix provides information on the wireless LAN channels, remote controller, and TV standards in your location.

A.1

Wireless LAN channels

A.1.1

IEEE 802.11b/g

The IEEE 802.11b/g standard for wireless LAN allocated the 2.4 GHz frequency band into 14 overlapping operating channels. Each channel corresponds to a different set of frequencies. The table below shows the center frequencies of each channel.

3

4

1

2

5

6

7

C e n t e r

F r e q u e n c y

2.412 GHz

2.417 GHz

2.422 GHz

2.427 GHz

2.432 GHz

2.437 GHz

2.442 GHz

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

2.447 GHz

2.452 GHz

2.457 GHz

2.462 GHz

2.467 GHz

2.472 GHz

2.484 GHz

If several Wi-Fi devices are operating in the same vicinity, the distance between the center frequencies of channels used must be at least

25 MHz to avoid interference.

The number of channels available for the wireless LAN adapter (in IEEE

802.11b/g) mode varies by country/region. Refer to the table below to determine the number of channels available in your location.

Australia (ACA)

Belgium (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Bulgaria (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Canada (CSA/cUL 950 3rd Edition)

China (MII)

Cyprus (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Czech Republic (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Denmark (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Finland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

France (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Germany (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Greece (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Hong Kong (OFTA)

Hungary (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Iceland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 11

Channels 1 to 11

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

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Ireland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Italy (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Japan (TELEC)

Luxembourg (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Malaysia (SIRIM/CMC)

Mexico

Netherlands Antilles (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Netherlands/Holland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

New Zealand (PTC)

Norway (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Portugal (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Saudi Arabia

Singapore

South Korea (KS)

Spain (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Sweden (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Switzerland (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

Taiwan (DGT)

Turkey (TTAS)

United Kingdom (RTT&E/EMC/LVD)

United States (FCC)

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 14

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 9 to 11

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 11

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 13

Channels 1 to 11

Channels 1, 6 and 11 are independent and do not overlap each other.

We recommended that you tune your wireless LAN adapter to these channels.

A.1.2

IEEE 802.11a

The number of channels available for the wireless LAN adapter (in

IEEE 802.11a) mode varies by region. Refer to the table below to determine the channels available in your location.

North America 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 149, 153, 157, 161

Singapore 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 149, 153, 157, 161

Europe (ETSI) 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 100, 104, 108, 112, 116,

120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140

Japan (MKK) 240, 244, 248, 252, 8, 2, 16, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64

Taiwan (DGT) 52, 56, 60, 64, 100, 104, 108, 112, 116, 120, 124, 128,

132, 136, 140, 149, 153, 157, 161

A.2

Remote controller

The ASUS remote controller allows you to operate the WiFi-TV from a distance. Use the remote controller to navigate through the PowerCinema windows.

5 meters (max)

3V (2 x “AAA” batteries)

USB infrared receiver (supplied)

A.2.1

Using the remote controller

To use the remote controller:

1.

Install the remote controller batteries.

2.

Insert the USB plug of the remote controller receiver to an available USB port in your computer. Refer to the illustration on the right.

3.

Install the receiver at an unboscured location for optimum operation.

4.

Turn on your computer, then open the

PowerCinema application. Refer to

Chapter 4 for details.

5.

Use the remote controller to navigate through the PowerCinema windows.

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A.2.2

Remote controller layout

A.2.3

Remote controller functions

B u t t o n P r e s s t o

Turn off the computer

Launch the TV mode

Print the screen (Pictures mode)

Toggle the remote controller as mouse or vice-versa

Launch the Music mode

Launch the Pictures mode

Launch the Video Mode

Play a CD/DVD movie

A.2.4

Mouse mode

You can use the remote controller instead of the mouse to navigate through, and select icons from the desktop. Press , then use the navigation button to move through the desktop and the back and maximize/minimize button for the left and right-click mouse function. Refer to the illustration below for the function of the remote controller keys when toggled to a mouse.

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A.3

International TV systems and standards

• TV systems and standards may change anytime without notice. This list is provided for reference only.

• Make sure that your TV card conforms with the system or standard used in your country or location.

Albania

Argentina

Australia

Austria

Azores Is. (Portugal)

Bahamas

Bahrain

Barbados

Belgium

Bermuda

Brazil

Bulgaria

Canada

Canary Is.

China

Colombia

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Denmark

Egypt

Faroe Islands (DK)

Finland

France

Gambia

Germany

Germany (prev East)

Gibraltar

Greece

Hong Kong

Hungary

Iceland

India

Indonesia

Iran

Ireland

B

B

B

I

H

M

D

M

B

D

N

B/G

M

B

M

B

B/G

N

B/G

B/G

PAL

PAL-N

PAL

PAL

PAL

NTSC

PAL

NTSC

PAL

NTSC

PAL-M

SECAM

NTSC

PAL

PAL

PAL

PAL

PAL

SECAM

PAL

FM-FM

FM-FM

Nicam

MTS

MTS

N

B

D/K

B

B

B

B/G

E/L

NTSC

PAL

SECAM/PAL

PAL

SECAM

PAL

PAL

SECAM

Nicam

Nicam

I

B/G

B/G

B

PAL

PAL

SECAM/PAL

PAL

FM-FM

B/H SECAM

I

B/G

PAL

PAL

Nicam

Nicam

& D/K (was SECAM) (Budapest only)

Nicam

Teletext

Teletext

Teletext

CC

TeleText

TeleText

Antiope

TeleText

TeleText

New Zealand

North Korea

Norway

Pakistan

Paraguay

Peru

Philipines

Poland

Portugal

Romania

Russia

Saudi Arabia

Seychelles

Singapore

South Africa

South Korea

Spain

Sri Lanka

Israel

Italy

Jamaica

Japan

Jordan

Kenya

Korea

Luxembourg

Madeira

Madagascar

Malaysia

Malta

Mauritius

Mexico

Monaco

Morocco

Netherlands

Sweden

Switzerland

Tahiti

Taiwan

Thailand

Trinidad

Tunisia

Turkey

Ukraine

United Arab Emirates

United States

United Kingdom

Vietnam

Yugoslavia

Zambia

Zimbabwe

PAL

SECAM/PAL

PAL

PAL

PAL

NTSC

NTSC

PAL

PAL

PAL

SECAM

SECAM

PAL

PAL

PAL

NTSC

PAL

PAL

PAL

PAL

SECAM

NTSC

PAL

PAL

NTSC

PAL

PAL

SECAM

PAL

PAL

SECAM

NTSC

SECAM/PAL

SECAM

PAL

PAL

PAL

SECAM

NTSC

PAL

NTSC

SECAM

SECAM

PAL

NTSC

PAL

NTSC/SECAM

PAL

PAL

PAL

I

B

D/K

B

I

N

B/G

B/G

B/G

D, D/K

B/G

B

N

M

M

D/K

B/G

G

B

B

B/G

B

M

L/G

B

B/G

B/G

B/G

M

M

B

B

M

B/G

B

M

I

M/D

B/G

B/G

B/G

B/G

B/G

KI

M

B

M

B

BPAL

D/K

B/G

Nicam

FM/FM

Matrix

MTS

FM-FM

Nicam

Nicam

Nicam

Nicam

Nicam

FM-FM

TeleText

TeleText

TeleText

CC

TeleText

TeleText

Teletext

Teletext

Teletext

TeleText

TeleText

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