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1. To pause while viewing then continue where you left off 1 Inthe WinDVR 5 player panel click the SubPanel button You see a list of subpanels 2 Select the Recording subpanel You see the subpanel with recording options 36 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 3 Inthe Recording subpanel select a Profile This must be one of the DVD or VCD recording profiles 4 Start watching a program normally To pause the program you are watching on the player panel click the Pause button e or press the spacebar on the keyboard Figure 19 Click the Pause button 1 to pause a program then the Play button 2 to see TV beginning where you left off and finally the Stop button 3 to return to real time TV again 5 To resume watching TV click the Play button gt You will appear to be watching live TV beginning where you paused NOTE When pausing video the video is temporarily saved on your hard disk The slider bar on the player panel indicates how much video is temporarily saved You can skip to any place in the saved video 6 To stop the time shifted display and resume watching live video click the Stop button fm on the play window Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 37 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Recording Programs WinDVR 5 gives you several different ways to record programs
2. 50 video CD 7 format 63 video clip adjusting 56 dividing into separate segments 57 using sliders to trim 56 video cut tool 56 video graphics card required 3 74 video library 53 video library Disc Manager 66 video manager 56 57 video qualities selecting 53 68 video source connecting to ConvertX PVR 19 32 33 selecting 68 selecting same as physical connection 36 53 68 video standard choosing 68 viewing TV troubleshooting 72 volume WinDVR 24 wW warranty 3 83 weight 77 Windows 2000 updates 4 9 Windows XP updates 4 9 Windows recognizing ConvertX PVR in 17 WinDVD Creator 3 Index author window 59 capture window 50 capturing media 47 50 choosing capture format 53 68 creating a CD 48 creating a DVD disc 48 Disc Manager 66 edit window 54 editing with 54 installing software 45 make movie window 62 recording direct to hard disk 47 66 67 saving your project 58 selecting capture profile 53 68 selecting same video source as physical connection 53 selecting video qualities 53 startup 46 task window 46 using with ConvertX PVR 45 video library 53 WinDVR 2 21 controls 22 help menu 24 installing software 21 launching 22 play window 23 player panel 24 selecting same video source as physical connection 36 serial number 21 troubleshooting 36 write content to hard dis
3. 10 Click Finish The installation is complete and you can launch the WinDVR 5 Launching WinDVR To launch WinDVR 5 e Click the InterVideo WinDVR 5 icon on your desktop Or Select Start Programs InterVideo WinDVR 5 InterVideo WinDVR 5 Using the Main WinDVR Controls Once WinDVR 5 is launched and active you see the play window top and the player panel bottom Both have controls that you use to navigate Note that the available options depend on the source RF Coaxial S Video DVD CD etc Ifa WinDVR 5 feature is not available it is grayed out and inaccessible The illustration below shows key WinDVR controls 22 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Figure 12 WinDVR play window and player panel Main Play Window Controls No Window Area Function Selects the source for capture and playing RF Coaxial Composite video or S Video Play window Lets you view the current source material Right click here to see menu of options including Setup Shows controls and step by step operation Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 23 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Main Player Panel Controls Window Area Functions CECT E Pauses video being played 5 Play Plays or resumes playing video Channel list Shows a complete list of available
4. Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Creating Creating means using the Author window to add an interactive menu for your CD or DVD project You can add a play button and a chapter menu for easy scrolling through your CD or DVD You can also add a background image that can give a theme to your DVD To display the Author window e Inthe WinDVD Creator main window click on the Author button L You see the Author window QO Figure 27 WinDVD Creator s Author window Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 59 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Window Area Function Author button Displays the Author window Preview The top left section of the Author window window is the preview window You can edit the theme here Theme library The top right section is the Theme Library Here you can select a theme for your project This section automatically adds a play button and a chapter menu to your project When you double click on a thumbnail of a theme you see a preview in the preview window Chapter board The bottom of the Author window is the Chapter Board WinDVD Creator automatically creates a chapter for each cell So the number of clips will determine the number of chapters unless you remove the chapter marks Text insertion Click once to select text insertion mode then put the cursor in the Preview window to add text to th
5. You can record a program manually by using the Scheduler or by using the electronic program guide EPG Record Manually To begin recording a program that you are watching 1 Inthe WinDVR 5 player panel click the SubPanel button H You see a list of subpanels 2 Select the Recording subpanel You see the subpanel with recording options 3 In the Recording subpanel select the Profile the Storage medium and the Recording time NOTE If you select an MPEG 4 profile remember that the minimum CPU for using WinDVR in MPEG 4 mode is a Pentium running at 2 4 GHz 4 On the player panel click the Record button You see the Record button blink to indicate that your program is being recorded The upper left corner of the player panel also shows how much time you can record on the remaining space on your hard disk 5 To stop recording click the Stop button on the player panel You see a Save recorded file window with a suggested location and filename The default filename shows the date and time 6 Inthe Save recorded file window navigate to the desired folder and give the recorded file a name Then click Save Your file is saved for viewing at a later time 38 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Schedule a Recording WinDVR lets you schedule a recording for example a TV program that you won t be around to watch until later
6. reproducing materials for which you own the copyright or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner Unless you own the copyright or have permission to copy from the copyright owner you may be violating copyright laws and may be subject to payment of damages and or other penalties If you are uncertain about your rights you should contact your legal advisor DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Model Number PX TV402U Trade Name PLEXTOR Responsible Party PLEXTOR Corp Address 48383 Fremont Blvd Suite 120 Fremont CA 94538 6509 USA Telephone Number 510 440 2000 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 accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION STATEMENT 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 the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equip
7. Here s an example of how to do it To set up a scheduled recording 1 Inthe WinDVR 5 player panel click the SubPanel button H You see a list of subpanels 2 Select the TV Control subpanel You see the subpanel with TV control options 3 Inthe TV Control subpanel select Scheduler You see a Schedule window with a list of scheduled tasks 4 To create a new task select Create You see a Task window 5 In the Task window assign a Task Name select the Task Type viewing reminder or recording select the Video Source make sure it matches the cable connections to your PX TV402U and select the channel Q Ifyou have a set top box you must make sure the cable or satellite set top box is set to the correct channel for recording at the time you want to record Q And if your set top box is connected via the RF Coaxial input connector you must select channel 3 or channel 4 in the WinDVR Task window Then click Next You see the Record settings window where you can specify recording parameters and the destination 6 Inthe Record settings window specify the recording quality where to record the program and how long to record it Then click Next You see the Task Time window 7 Inthe Task Time window specify whether you want the recording to occur every day once each week or one time only For one time only recording you specify the date and the start time Then click Next You see a message that the task has bee
8. Manager is ideal for recording video directly from your TV set to a DVD or for archiving videotapes in a one step operation Capture Directly to a DVD Disc You can capture video directly to a recordable or rewritable DVD disc This is especially useful for capturing video using a digital video DV device a capture card or a web camera or for copying VHS tapes to a DVD With a DVD RW or DVD RW disc use Disc Manager s DVD VR format for real time recording NOTE Commercially pressed DVDs are copy protected so you can t record them To capture video directly to recordable or rewritable DVD disc 1 Make sure you have a rewritable DVD drive such as the Plextor PX 712A or PX 712UF installed in or connected to your computer 2 Launch Disc Manager by selecting it from the upper right corner of the WinDVD Creator main window or from the Task Manager window You see the Disc Manager window with Disc View at the bottom 3 Insert a recordable or rewritable DVD disc into the drive Depending on your drive s capabilities you can use a DVD R or RW disc or a DVD R or RW disc 4 Click Yes to format the disc Always choose Yes if you are using an RW disc You see a choice of formatting options 5 Choose a format option Q Ifyou know the disc is blank you can usually choose a quick format Q Ifyou know the disc has data on it you ll need to erase it with a full format You can also give the disc a name Then cl
9. PVR software disc is in the computer s drive 3 Connect the AC adapter to an electrical outlet and to your ConvertX PVR 4 Connect the USB cable from your ConvertX PVR to the computer You see the Found New Hardware Wizard CAUTION The ConvertX PVR should be the only device on the cable Do not connect to a USB hub Do not use a USB hard disk or an optical disk drive ODD while capturing video Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 15 Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR 5 For each new Found Hardware Wizard select Next to install the drivers then select Finish for each Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard window The drivers are installed automatically When all drivers are installed your ConvertX PVR is automatically recognized by the computer and you see a message that your new hardware is installed and ready to use If you are asked to reboot remove the ConvertX PVR software disc from the drive and restart your computer Turn the ConvertX PVR On and Off Note that there s no power switch on the ConvertX PVR When the computer power is on the ConvertX PVR is on as shown by the Power indicator When the computer power is off the ConvertX PVR is off Don t Forget to Register Don t forget to register your ConvertX PVR In the Plextor Application Installer select Register Your ConvertX PVR and follow the prompts Registration means you ll stay abreast of valuable information
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11. channels Controls the TV or playback volume Current Displays the number of the current channel channel Channel i Changes the channel up or down up down Rd hd Previous Jumps back to the previously selected ee anane e POY osy seeen Fee Se Tain ei jes Shows choice ch several subpanels and menus The illustration shows key WinDVR controls For an explanation of all controls select the WinDVR Help menu The WinDVR Subpanels Most WinDVR 5 features are available through the subpanels For more details about the subpanel selections consult the WinDVR Help menu NOTE The available subpanels and choices depend on the current source selected and on other parameters The next few pages are a tutorial showing how to set up WinDVR 5 for your TV or cable connection You ll also learn how to use some of WinDVR s features to watch TV on your computer and record a program on your computer s hard disk for later viewing 24 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Choosing Your Setup Setup and operation of the ConvertX PVR WinDVR combination are different depending on whether you have a a TV antenna or analog cable that connects directly to your TV set or b a set top box that connects your TV to a satellite dish digital cable or even analog cable With a set top box the box is on or near your TV set And you normally leave your
12. for WinDVR 5 in MPEG 4 mode NOTE The PX TV402U is not supported on hyper threading dual CPU and Xeon systems If using HTT disable the HTT function in the BIOS Minimum Memory 256 MB or higher Hard Disk Size 10 GB free space preferred Interface Hi Speed USB 2 0 Operating System Windows XP 2000 File System FAT or NTFS FAT 32 maximum file size is 4 GB NTFS has no limit on file size Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 73 Appendix A Specifications Minimum System Requirements continued Video Graphics Card Windows compatible 24 bit color resolution with DirectX support AGP 4X 32MB video memory or faster with DirectX support Sound Card Windows compatible sound card with 48 kHz playback CD Drives CD ROM drive For software installation CD RW drive Required to burn CDs or VCDs DVD RW or DVD RW drive Required to burn DVDs CDs and VCDs DirectX Support DirectX 9 0b or later required Provided on the accompanying Plextor CD Media Player Windows Media Player 9 Monitor Resolution 1024 x 768 24 bit color Video Specifications Video Compression MPEG 1 ISO IEC11172 2 MPEG 2 ISO IEC 13818 2 MPEG 4 ISO IEC 14496 2 DivX Home Theater Portable Handheld profiles Video Bit Rate MPEG 1 1 09Mbps CBR SIF only MPEG 2 2Mbps 6Mbps target bit rate VBR MPEG 4 700Kbps 4Mbps target bit rate VBR DivX 128Kbps 4Mbps VBR NOTE CBR constant bit rate VBR variable bit rate
13. in troubleshooting your system If the ConvertX PVR is determined to be defective you will receive a Tech Support Ticket Number Locate the RMA request form at https www plextor com english support rma_request_form htm Complete the form providing the Technical Support Ticket number and details of the ConvertX PVR failure After completing the form click the Submit button IMPORTANT NOTE The RMA form will not be processed without the Tech Support Ticket Number 3 Plextor will then return the RMA form to you via e mail with the RMA number and shipping information included When you receive the RMA number pack the Plextor ConvertX PVR securely in a box and include the RMA form as a packing slip Write the RMA number in large letters on the outside of the box and ship the box and the ConvertX PVR to Plextor Contacting Plextor s RMA Department You can contact our RMA Department and request RMA forms at rmasupport plextor com Or by fax at 510 651 9765 Or by calling us at 800 886 3935 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 81 Appendix B Technical Support Packing Your ConvertX PVR If possible pack your ConvertX PVR in the original box Some of our customers have not held on to their boxes and have had to resort to less than secure methods to get their units back to us If you did not receive a box we recommend you pay a packaging store such as Mail Boxes Etc to ship your Conv
14. of files and folders containing the project are automatically created on your hard disk in a folder labeled IVI _ DVD i Start Figure 30 Device Setting window 64 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Q Load content from hard disk to burn Allows you to load a set of project files that you have previously saved on your hard disk and burn the project now To take a project you have burned to your hard disk and burn it to a DVD or CD Go the Project menu and select Load image to burn In the Burning Wizard you see that the Load content from hard disk to burn button is selected Browse and select the VI DVD folder and press the Next button You see the Device Setting window immediately Choose the device you want to burn to the speed of the burning and the number of copies Then press the Start button to begin recording When burning is done the burned disc is ejected and you see a window indicating the burn process is complete Compression Options for Input and Output Together the ConvertX PVR and WinDVD Creator support many different MPEG 1 2 and 4 and DivX compression profiles for incoming video WinDVD Creator supports an expanded set of these formats for output too How much you can fit on a DVD or CD Storage rates vary based on the capacity of the disc frame size and selected resolution Save to a File You don t need to save you
15. or cable is connected to the PX TV402U Also ensure the PX TV402U is connected to your computer s USB port Launch WinDVR 5 Select Programs WinDVR 5 WinDVR 5 You see the WinDVR 5 main play window At the top left of the WinDVR main screen click the Source button l the up down arrows You see a list of sources Choose the source to display This should be the same source you have connected to the PX TV402U If you connected via the RF Coaxial input connector select ConvertX PVR PX TV402U A V Capture RF Coaxial And if you connected via S Video or Composite choose the appropriate option If this is the first time you ve selected this source you ll see the Setup menu Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 27 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 5 If you don t see the Setup menu right away place your mouse in the main play window and right click You see the WinDVR main options menu v Play Pause Stop Eject Audio Capture Monitor Type Playlist Source Video Window v Player OSD Enable Parent Lock Setup Buy and Upgrade Activate Now Help Exit Figure 14 Right click in the middle of the play window to see the main options menu 28 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 6 Select Setup You see the Setup tabs If the TV tab is not already select
16. 0 and 700 megabyte CD respectively 3 In the Burning Wizard Format window choose a TV System The TV systems are Q NTSC Most commonly used in North America and Japan Q PAL Used in European and Asian countries Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 63 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator 4 Inthe Volume Name of Disc text field enter the name for your disc 5 When you have filled out the Burning Wizard Format window click the Next button J You see the Select Media window 2 Burning Wizard Select Media Burn to Disc Write content to hard disk for later burning Directory C Documents and Settings Administratorih Usa Figure 29 Selecting the media for burning 6 Inthe Select Media window choose how you want to burn your disc Q Burn to Disc Burns the CD or DVD now You see the Device Setting window In this window you can choose the device such as the Plextor PX 712UF or PX 712A DVD writer you want to burn to the speed of the burning and the number of copies Then press the Start button to begin recording 5 Buming Wizard Device Setting f f l l Q Write content to hard disk for later burning Saves the project in a set of files on your hard disk allowing you to burn the project at a later time With this option choose a location to save your project then press the Next button J The set
17. 44 1 kHz 16 bit stereo MPEG 2 MPEG 4 DivX 48 kHz 16 bit stereo MPEG 1 System stream MPEG 2 4 Program stream MPEG 1 IBP 15 frames MPEG 2 IBP 15 frames MPEG 4 IP 30 frames Divx IP 30 15 frames NTSC PAL SECAM NTSC PAL NTSC M VLF 2 6 A 6 B VHF 7 13 C W 11 UHF 14 69 W 12 W 29 BTSC SAP 75 ohm input F type connector Closed Caption TitanTV 76 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Front Panel Audio R L Video S Video Ready to Record Power Rear Panel RF In USB 2 0 DC 9V Power AC Adapter Host Interface USB Connector USB 2 0 transfers Dimensions and Weight Dimensions W H D Weight Appendix A Specifications RCA audio connectors Red connector is right channel white is left channel RCA video connector for composite video S Video connector Amber when capturing encoding or previewing video Blue when AC adapter and USB cable are connected to ConvertX PVR computer is on TV CATV input connector USB connector for USB 2 0 Connector for AC adapter Input 100 240 Vac Output 9 0 Vdc 13 2 Vdc max 1 0 A max CAUTION Use only the AC adapter shipped with your ConvertX PVR B Type 480 Mbps max Hi Speed 184 mm W x 32 4 H mm x 155 mm D 7 24 x 1 28 x 6 10 550 g 1 21 Ib Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 77 Appendix A Specifications Environmental Conditions Operating and 5 to 40 deg
18. MPEG Profile MPEG 2 Main Program Main Level MPEG 4 Simple Profile L3 74 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Appendix A Specifications Video Specifications continued Aspect Ratio Frame Rate Video Capture Size Audio Bit Rate MPEG 1 1 0950 NTSC 0 9157 PAL MPEG 2 4 DivX 4 3 16 9 All modes 29 97 NTSC 25 PAL SECAM 15 DivX Handheld NTSC PAL MPEG 1 SIF 352 x 240 NTSC 352 x 288 PAL VCD MPEG 2 SIF 352 x 240 NTSC 352 x 288 PAL EP Half D1 352 x 480 NTSC 352 x 576 PAL SP LP Full D1 720 x 480 NTSC 720 x 576 PAL HQ GQ MPEG 4 SIF 352 x 240 NTSC 352 x 288 PAL LP EP Full D1 720 x 480 NTSC 720 x 576 PAL HQ GQ SP DivX QSIF 176 x 144 NTSC PAL Handheld SIF 352 x 240 NTSC 352 x 288 PAL Portable Full D1 720 x 480 NTSC 720 x 576 PAL Home Theater Bit rate for all profiles is MPEG 1 Layer II 224 Kbps MPEG 1 2 4 HQ GQ SP DivX HT HTLP 128Kbps MPEG 4 LP EP DivX Portable 64Kbps DivX Handheld Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 75 Appendix A Specifications Video Specifications continued Audio Compression Audio Sampling Frequency Multiplexing GOP Structure Video Input Signal Video Output Format TV Tuner Multiplex System TV Input Connector VBI EPG PCM The capture application converts PCM data to MPEG 1 Layer Il MPEG 1
19. PVR TV402U A V Capture If you see this entry your ConvertX PVR is installed and you can exit Device Manager and Control Panel You re ready to go NOTE You won t see the Plextor ConvertX PVR A V Capture icon unless the ConvertX PVR is connected to your PC 6 If Sound video and game controllers are listed and do not have a yellow diamond with an exclamation point but you do not see the Plextor ConvertX PVR icon listed among the devices contact our Technical Support group at 1 800 886 3935 or e mail us at techsupport plextor com for help troubleshooting Ifthe ConvertX PVR does not operate even though 1 the sound audio and game controllers are listed and do not have a yellow diamond with an exclamation point and 2 the Plextor ConvertX PVR device is listed in Device Manager double click the Plextor ConvertX PVR device and then select the Remove button Then restart your computer The computer will automatically perform another hardware scan and this time it should correctly install the ConvertX PVR Personal Video Recorder Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 17 Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR Troubleshoot Other Devices e Inthe Device Manager if any of your entries for Other devices have a yellow diamond with an exclamation point troubleshoot your Plextor ConvertX PVR device for compatibility problems or other conflicts It may just be a matter of obtaining the latest USB dri
20. TV set to channel 3 or 4 and use the set top box s remote control to change channels In some cases analog cable also can use a set top box e Ifyou have a TV antenna or analog cable that connects directly to your TV Continue with If You Have a Direct Connected TV Antenna or Cable below e Ifyou have a satellite dish or cable with a set top box Go to If You Have a Set Top Box on page 31 now Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 25 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR If You Have a Direct Connected TV Antenna or Cable This section explains how to connect set up and use the Plextor PX TV402U if you normally receive a TV signal directly from a TV antenna or you receive analog cable TV without a set top box Step 1 Make the Connections To connect to the ConvertX PVR Connect the antenna or analog cable directly to the RF Coaxial input connector of the ConvertX PVR as shown in Figure 13 cee ConvertX PVR Figure 13 Direct connection to the video source If you want to connect your analog cable or antenna to the ConvertX PVR and also to your TV at the same time use a video splitter available from all popular electronics stores 26 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Step 2 Set Up the Channels To set up WinDVR for your TV source 1 Ensure that a TV antenna
21. The Ultimate Personal Video Recorder CONVER T APNR Model PX TV402U MPEG 1 2 4 AND DivX PERSONAL VIDEO RECORDER USB 2 0 INTERFACE CONTAINS BUILT IN TV TUNER INSTALLATION AND USERS MANUAL Prextor AUGUST 2004 Plextor reserves the right to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without prior notice Plextor makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Further Plextor Corp reserves the right to revise this manual and to make changes in its content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revision or change This manual is copyrighted all rights reserved It may not be copied photocopied translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without Plextor s prior permission Manual copyright 2004 Plextor Corp First edition August 2004 Licenses and Trademarks Plextor and the Plextor logo are registered trademarks and ConvertX PVR is a trademark of Plextor Corp InterVideo is a registered trademark and WinDVD Creator and WinDVD are trademarks of InterVideo Inc DivX and the DivX logo are registered trademarks of DivX Networks Inc in the USA and other countries All other licenses and trademarks are property of their respective owners Notice This product and software are designed to help you in
22. To play a video you have recorded 1 In WinDVR s main window select the Source button A and choose Open File You see an Open window with your file listed 2 Choose the file and click Open You see the file in the WinDVR play window 3 Inthe WinDVR player panel click the Play button to play the file To play a commercial or home movie DVD you ll need to purchase InterVideo s WinDVD player or another DVD player 40 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR EPG Recording An electronic program guide or EPG is a web based service that displays all the television and cable programs available based on your type of TV service and your address If your computer is connected to the Internet WinDVR can connect to the free EPG service provided by TitanTV at http www titantv com Register for the EPG Before trying to use the EPG in WinDVR 5 go to the TitanTV web site and register Although the service is free you must register and provide some information including your address and the name of your cable or satellite provider This allows the program guide to display whatever channels and programs are available in your area View the EPG You can use the EPG function to create your own personalized program guide and you can also schedule programs for recording To see program information 1 Ensure your computer is able to connect t
23. VD Creator 50 registration 16 reset button 57 returns 81 RF Coaxial input connector 6 18 34 76 77 RMA number 81 82 S safety standards 78 satellite dish connecting to ConvertX PVR 18 19 31 saving to file 65 saving your project 58 Index scheduled TV recording 39 digital cable or satellite dish 39 EPG 42 scheduler 39 digital cable or satellite dish 39 EPG and 42 select media window 64 serial number WinDVD Creator 45 WinDVR 21 setting PVR for channel 3 or 4 34 35 39 42 setting up channels antenna or analog cable 27 set top box and RF Coaxial connection 34 35 39 42 set top box connecting 19 31 connecting to RF Coaxial input connector 34 scheduled TV recording and 40 setting up channels for RF Coaxial connection 34 35 39 42 setup window 29 sharing project 49 62 shipping your drive 81 82 shock specification 78 show video scenes button 57 slider 56 transition 57 software obtaining 71 upgrading 71 WinDVD Creator 3 4 45 WinDVR 2 4 21 sound card required 3 74 source button 23 27 35 specifications 73 splitter 26 startup WinDVD Creator 46 stop button WinDVR 24 37 38 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 89 Index storage humidity 78 temperature 78 storyboard 55 storyboard timeline button 55 subpanel button 24 support 79 SVCD format 63 S vid
24. VR 5 window again 6 Inthe main WinDVR window use the CH and CH buttons to move among the channels you have placed in your channel list You should see TV programs playing on your computer screen and hear audio With your ConvertX PVR WinDVR combination set up for viewing you can begin using some of its other features Go on to page 36 If You Have a Set Top Box This section explains how to connect set up and use the Plextor PX TV402U if you normally receive a TV signal from a set top box Set top boxes are provided with all digital cable TV and satellite dish installations and also with some analog cable installations If you have a set top box on or near your TV set you normally leave your TV set to channel 3 or 4 and use the set top box s remote control to change channels Step 1 Make the Connections To connect the set top box to the ConvertX PVR 1 Leave the cable or satellite dish connected to the input of the set top box 2 Connect the ConvertX PVR using one of the three illustrations below For all of these configurations you will use the set top box remote to change channels Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 31 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR S Video connection Use the S Video cable to connect from the set top box to the ConvertX PVR s front panel S Video connector as shown in Figure 16 This provides the highest quality video To supp
25. X PVR software disc before connecting the ConvertX PVR to your computer To install the ConvertX PVR Driver 1 Turn ON your computer system and make sure that all applications are turned off Do not connect the ConvertX PVR yet Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 9 Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR Figure 3 Turn on the computer and insert the ConvertX PVR software disc 2 Insert the ConvertX PVR software disc into your CD or DVD drive You see the Plextor Application Installer screen If you don t see the installer screen right away use Windows Explorer to navigate to the CD or DVD drive and double click the Plextor exe file O PLEXTOR Figure 4 Plextor Application Installer screen 10 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR Select the ConvertX PVR Device Driver button You may see a window that asks if you want to install DirectX version 9 0b If you don t see this window you have the correct version of DirectX already installed Skip to step 9 below If you see the DirectX installation window Select OK You see a window with the Welcome to setup for DirectX and license agreement Click the I accept the agreement choice and then select Next You see the DirectX Setup window Select Next to start the installation You see the installation of DirectX as it proceeds When installation is done you see the Rest
26. about new features updated drivers and more If the Installation Failed If the ConvertX PVR installation failed check for these causes e Make sure you are using Windows 2000 or Windows XP The ConvertX PVR won t work with Windows 95 98 98SE or Windows Me You need to upgrade your computer s operating system to Windows 2000 or Windows XP e Launch the installation manually If you have to launch the installation manually look on the Plextor CD and double click the Plextor exe file e Make sure the ConvertX PVR is recognized See Make Sure the ConvertX PVR Is Recognized below e Troubleshoot other devices See Troubleshoot Other Devices on page 18 16 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR Make Sure the ConvertX PVR Is Recognized After installation you may want to make sure the ConvertX PVR is recognized by your computer To check whether it is recognized To see if the ConvertX PVR is recognized in Windows 1 2 In Windows XP or 2000 go to Start Settings Control Panel In Control Panel double click the System icon You see the System Properties window In System Properties click the Hardware tab then click on the Device Manager button You see the Device Manager Locate the icon for Sound video and game controllers and click the sign next to it to expand the entry list Look for an entry for Plextor ConvertX
27. annot accidentally change channels to the wrong channel About IR Blasters Third party devices known as IR blasters are available to control set top boxes The current release of WinDVR 5 software does not support IR blasters Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 35 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Hints If You Don t See and Hear a TV Display e Make sure you re using USB 2 0 e Make sure you have selected the source RF Coaxial S Video or Composite that matches the physical connection to the ConvertX PVR e Make sure the antenna or CATV input is securely fastened to the RF Coaxial input connector e Ifyou have a set top box providing Composite or S Video input to the ConvertX PVR make sure the connections are securely fastened Then use the set top box s remote control to change channels on the set top box Pausing While Viewing WinDVR 5 has a time shifting feature that allows you to pause and then replay live TV You can take a break watching a live show and pick up where you left off or instantly jump back to live view NOTE Pausing live TV only works when you have selected a DVD or VCD recording profile in the Recording tab If you have selected DivX or MPEG 4 you cannot pause live TV To watch and pause live TV always set the Recording profile to one of the DVD or VCD recording profiles To record a program you can use any recording profile you like
28. apture 49 copy protection and 72 Disc Manager 66 don t launch other applications 53 72 media 50 size 75 to hard disk 47 troubleshooting 72 video 51 capture button 50 51 capture format selecting 53 68 capture profile selecting 53 68 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 85 Index capture window 50 CD burning project on 49 63 capacity 65 overview of creating 48 CD ROM drive required 3 74 CD RW drive recommended 4 changing channels antenna or analog cable 30 set top box 35 channel list button 24 channel list saving favorites 30 channel up down buttons 24 chapter board 60 chapter mark adding 61 author window 60 deleting 61 composite audio cable 4 20 32 33 composite video 3 connecting 20 33 selecting 35 68 composite video cable 4 20 33 compression options 65 specifications 74 types 7 computer required 3 73 configuration button 52 configuration minimum 3 73 74 connecting video and audio sources 19 31 connections antenna or analog cable 26 digital cable or satellite dish 31 connector DC 9V 6 77 RF Coaxial input 6 76 77 USB 2 0 6 77 connectors front panel 5 77 rear panel 6 77 ConvertX PVR controls 5 front panel 5 no power switch 16 recognizing in Windows 17 copy protection 72 current channel button 24 D DC 9V connector 6 77 delete chapter mark 61 d
29. art Computer window Make sure all applications are closed remove the ConvertX PVR software disc then select Finish to restart your computer Windows shuts down and then restarts After Windows restarts re insert the ConvertX PVR software disc into your CD or DVD drive You see the Plextor Application Installer screen If you don t see the installer screen right away use Windows Explorer to navigate to the CD or DVD drive and double click the Plextor exe file Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 11 Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR 9 Inthe Plextor Application Installer screen select the ConvertX PVR Device Driver button You see the location for the installation folder where the Plextor PX TV402U files will be unpacked ConvertX PX TV402U Installation Folder Please specify the folder where the files should be unpacked If the folder does not exit you will be prompted to create it Installation folder C Program Files Plextor PxTV402U Figure 5 Location for the installation folder 12 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR 10 Click Finish You see a text box asking if you want to create the folder 11 Click Yes You see the License Agreement Plextor ConvertX PX TV402U License Agreement Please read the following license agreement carefully Press the PAGE DOWN key to see the rest of the agreement Plex
30. atest operating program for your ConvertX PVR 1 Go to the Plextor web site at www plextor com 2 Look for the upgrade in the Support area on the Downloads page There is a description of the latest software program revision and its intended use U Download the program to the computer that you are using with the ConvertX PVR To upgrade the ConvertX PVR operating program 1 First locate the executable file it ends in exe that you downloaded from Plextor s web site N Run the executable file by using Windows Explorer to double click on the file Accept all defaults by continuing to click on the Next button until you see a message indicating the update has completed 3 Restart your system Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 71 Section 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Hints Use these hints if you have problems with installation or capture Problems with Installation If you have problems during or right after installation of your ConvertX PVR use these hints to help solve the problem e First make sure to update your version of Windows using Microsoft s Windows Update e To ensure the drivers load properly start your computer before plugging the PX TV402U to the USB port e Also visit the Plextor web site to find other tips to help find and solve the problem Problems with Viewing e Make sure you have the latest Windows service pack Suggeste
31. can leave these set at their default values and change them if your video is consistently too dark too light has too much contrast etc 8 To record video press the Record button on this device s on screen control panel During recording you can see a counter showing the time of recording You can also see a counter showing the remaining capacity of the disc IMPORTANT If you don t seem to be getting any video in the preview window make sure you have used the Device Control tab to select the Video Source RF S Video or Composite that matches the physical connection to the ConvertX PVR CAUTION Do not attempt to launch other applications while recording Video data may be corrupted if CPU usage approaches 100 percent 68 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator 9 To stop recording press the Record button again You see a window that indicates the disc content is being updated then recording stops and you see the Disc Manager preview window blank again 10 You can continue recording and stopping or you can simply let the entire video record onto the disc The Disc View windows show the scenes on the disc You can also use the Video Library button to import other video clips and the Authoring button to bring a theme double click on the theme as a background in the preview window 1 If you are using an RW disc when you ar
32. ction of the Hardware Wizard The device driver will load automatically IO PLEXTOR Copyright C 2004 Plextor Corporation Figure 7 Beginning of the driver installation 13 As directed by the driver installation make sure your ConvertX PVR PX TV402U is not connected to your computer yet Then click Install You see a text box indicating the Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U has been installed Plextor ConvertX PX TV402U The installation has successfully installed Plextor ConvertX PX TV402U Click Finish to exit the wizard Figure 8 When the ConvertX PVR has been installed select Finish 14 Click Finish You have successfully installed the ConvertX PVR device driver 14 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR Install Other ConvertX PVR Drivers IMPORTANT NOTE In the next steps of this procedure you will be installing more driver files on your computer You ll see the Found New Hardware window more than once and you may feel like you re seeing the same dialog over and over again This is normal You don t need to shut down or reboot your computer until all drivers have been installed 1 You will use a USB cable to connect the ConvertX PVR to your computer as shown in the figure below Begin by making sure your computer is on Figure 9 To install drivers turn the computer on before attaching the ConvertX PVR 2 Make sure the ConvertX
33. d service packs are Q Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 Q Windows XP Home or Professional Service Pack 1 e Pixel noise or skipping may occur if your PC does not meet the minimum specifications shown on page 73 e The ConvertX PVR should be the only device on the cable Do not connect to a USB hub Problems with Capture e Make sure you are using a USB 2 0 connection USB 1 1 is not fast enough to reliably capture video e You may need to shut down other applications while recording Video data may be corrupted if CPU usage approaches 100 percent e Do not use a USB hard disk or optical disk drive ODD while capturing video Do not start other applications while video capture is in progress Do not install other video capture devices on the same PC Do not start WinDVD Creator and WinDVR at same time Note that a TV signal that is too strong or too weak may affect capture 72 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Appendix A Specifications Product Name Plextor ConvertX PVR Personal Video Recorder PVR Product Type MPEG 1 2 4 and DivX Personal Video Recorder Product Model PX TV402U System Interface Hi Speed USB 2 0 Minimum System Requirements Computer PC AT compatible Minimum Pentium lll 800 MHz CPU or faster provides SIF size MPEG 1 2 DivX Recommended Pentium 4 1 6 GHz CPU or faster provides full D1 size MPEG 4 in WinDVD Creator Pentium 4 2 4 GHz or faster CPU required
34. d Make Movie These buttons lead you into the four steps you ll perform to create a CD or DVD 2 Help Click heretogethelp _ _ Disc Manager Switch between project mode shown here and Disc Manager To show Disc Manager you must have a DVD R RW or DVD R RW drive 48 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Step 1 Capture First is the capture step You take videos from your digital camcorder or VCR or pictures from your Web camera and either feed them directly to the ConvertX PVR or save them onto your computer for later use If you do not need to capture any media content from your devices and already have the files on your computer you can import the files from your hard drive in either Capture or Edit modes by using the Import button in the Media Library Step 2 Edit Next is the edit step In editing you arrange your media content in the exact order you want the clips to be viewed You can trim your media files to the desired length add other images you want to the CD or DVD and make video transitions to the next clip You can incorporate audio from CDs a microphone or another source You can also add titles to your video files and you can embellish those titles with title effects Step 3 Create The third step is to author the CD or DVD by adding menus and other interactive features with the Author button Authoring adds th
35. d music change the background move or change the buttons and more To add text to the menu select the text insertion button in the Chapter Board Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 61 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Sharing This is the final step in making your DVD This is where you select the Make Movie button and choose the format you want to use for your DVD project You can choose what type of television standard to use and you can supply a name for your DVD To display the Make Movie window e Inthe WinDVD Creator main window click on the Make Movie button L se You see the Make Movie window 0 Format PY EA TV System MI r vieno Movie Size jy 200m6 400MB 600m8 800mg TV System In most cases choose the TV system that corresponds with the country of your residence if you plan on watching the DVD on a conventional player NTSC is most commonly used in North America while PAL is used in European and Asian countries North American television a Format Choose the format you want to bum your project into a selected format I systems usually run television programs that have a higher FPS unlike European and Asian that mun at a slower rate This sometimes causes a flicker in the video content when the incorrect TV system is played on a particular TV Volume Name of Disc Figure 28 WinDVD Creat
36. dow Window Area Function Create new Brings up an Untitled WinDVD Creator project main window for you to create a new project See page 48 Open existing Lets you bring up the WinDVD Creator project main window with a project you ve already begun You see files with the wcp extension See page 54 Create CD DVD Lets you choose a video file opens the with existing WinDVD Creator Edit window and places video file the video file in the media library See page 54 Capture video Lets you capture video directly from the into hard disk ConvertX PVR into your hard disk Brings up the WinDVD Creator Capture window See page 50 Record video Lets you compress and record video onto directly to DVD a DVD disc in one step without editing Brings up the Disc Manager window Only available if you have a DVD R RW or DVD R RW drive See page 66 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 47 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Overview of Creating a Personalized CD or DVD Disc When you open a new project or an existing one in WinDVD Creator you see the main window with areas for Preview Media Library and Story Board Project Edit View Tools Help CEP GD gt gt a a gt acs Figure 22 WinDVD Creator s main window Window Area Function Task buttons Capture Edit Author an
37. e done recording use the up arrow then select Tools and Finalize 12 Then use the Eject button to eject the disc The recorded DVD is playable with WinDVR and on most modern commercial set top DVD players WinDVD Creator 2 Next Steps This chapter has shown some simple procedures for capturing editing creating and sharing your audiovisual creations For more in depth information consult WinDVD Creator s Help files And don t be afraid to experiment you ll learn more by doing than any manual or help file could possibly teach you Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 69 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator This page intentionally left blank 70 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting This chapter explains maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for your ConvertX PVR With proper maintenance you can prevent problems If trouble arises you can often solve many simple problems on your own rather than wait for assistance from a Plextor representative Upgrading Your ConvertX PVR Periodically Plextor makes available updates for the device driver and application software used with the ConvertX PVR Before troubleshooting a possible problem with your personal video recorder please make sure to visit our web site at www plextor com to make sure you have the latest ConvertX PVR software To obtain the l
38. e menu Chapter mark These mark the chapters of your project You can add chapter marks or delete them 60 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Delete a Chapter Mark To delete a chapter mark 1 In the Chapter Board at the bottom of the Author window right click on the chapter you wish to remove You see the Delete Chapter Mark text box 2 Click to delete the chapter mark When you remove a chapter mark from the chapter list subsequent chapters are automatically reordered If you want only a certain number of chapters in your project just delete the chapter marks that you don t want NOTE Only the chapter mark is deleted The file remains Whether or not there are chapter marks between clips all clips remain where they are unless you choose to move or delete them Add a Chapter Mark To add a chapter mark to a video clip e Right click on the clip and select Add Chapter Mark This lets you recover if you accidentally delete a chapter mark that you wanted to keep Edit a Menu Theme To edit a menu theme in your project 1 In the Theme Library at the upper right of the Author window browse through the library and find the best menu theme that will go with your project 2 Double click on the theme You see the menu theme in the Preview window 3 Inthe Preview window double click on the menu theme to edit it You can ad
39. e menus that allow viewers to interact with the CD or DVD on their computer or DVD player Step 4 Share Finally the fourth step is to share your project by using the Make Movie button to burn it onto CD or DVD You can burn using any one of several formats At this time you also indicate what type of TV system you use and the name of your VCD or DVD If you cannot burn your CD or DVD right away you have the choice to either save the project or write the contents into a file for burning later NOTE The rest of this chapter is a tutorial that will get you started capturing editing creating and sharing video and other content It s not a complete reference For more details on all the exciting features of WinDVD Creator look in that application s Help menu Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 49 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Capturing To display the Capture window 1 Ensure that the input device such as a camera camcorder video cassette recorder etc is connected to your computer and that the device is on 2 Inthe WinDVD Creator main window click on the Capture button You see the Capture window Av07132004_11 AVO7132004_11 AV07132004_11 Figure 23 Capture window 50 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Window Area Function Capture D
40. ed click the tab to select it Information TV Record Profile Manager Country United States v Status Channel No Name as A CBL 018 CBL 019 CBL 020 CBL 021 CBL 022 a a C12 CBL 024 CBL 025 CBL 026 CBL 027 CBL 028 CBL 029 30 CBL 030 31 CBL 031 C Mute nonfavorite channels CICC on Mute lt ece BEN a g A g oe g g m lt Figure 15 Click Auto scan to populate the list of TV channels To deselect a channel as a favorite double click the heart left of the check box in the Status column 7 Inthe TV tab click the first button it will be marked Cable or Antenna until the button shows the appropriate signal source Set the button to match the source that s connected to your ConvertX PVR Antenna or analog cable If you have a set top box from analog cable digital cable or satellite see page 35 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 29 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 8 Inthe TV tab select Auto scan You see the list of channels populated one by one as the tuner locates available channels A check mark appears in the box next to any channel that is available You can let the full list be populated or you can click Stop scan to halt scanning when you re satisfied all the channels you want to see are listed 9 When scanning is completed click OK 10 Favorite channels By default all ava
41. ed States the customer is responsible for shipping costs in both directions NOTE Warranty validity is limited to that applicable in the location where the ConvertX PVR was originally purchased If You re Outside the U S or Canada Note that the warranty and RMA policy only apply to the United States and Canada If you are in South America contact your dealer or reseller for all warranty and RMA claims 84 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Index wep files 47 A ac adapter 4 connecting 6 15 power 77 add chapter mark 61 adding menus 49 air pressure specification 78 antenna connection changing channels 30 setting up channels for 27 to ConvertX PVR 18 26 31 application installer screen 10 aspect ratio 75 audio adding 58 bit rate 75 compression 76 connector 5 19 33 77 sampling rate 76 audio library 58 audio source connecting to ConvertX PVR 19 32 33 author button 49 59 60 author window 59 area functions 60 chapter mark 60 text insertion 60 authoring Disc Manager 66 process 59 B box contents of 4 shipping 81 82 burn to disc 64 burning CD 63 device setting window 64 DVD disc 63 options 64 select media window 64 burning wizard 63 C cable TV analog changing channels 30 connecting to ConvertX PVR 26 setting up channels 27 cable TV digital connecting to ConvertX PVR 18 31 c
42. en under PVR Settings PVR Being Used select WinDVR 3 Under PVR Settings Preferences check Always use the following channel and enter the channel number 3 or 4 4 Select Save to save your settings Your ConvertX PVR is set to channel 3 or 4 for EPG recording Set Up an EPG Recording To set up an EPG recording 1 Inthe TitanTV program guide find a program you want to record and drag your mouse over its title You see a popup window appear with a menu of tasks As the World Turns View Details e Record PVR Partner Information f Set Reminder r Add To Favorites Join Program Chat Room Figure 20 Drag your mouse over an EPG title to see the task menu 42 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 2 Inthe popup window select Record You see the Scheduler with the new task automatically added Once the desired program is listed in the Scheduler operation is the same as for any Scheduler recording e Your computer must be on e The WinDVR 5 icon must be visible in the taskbar at the lower right of the Windows screen e The Plextor PX TV402U must be connected to your computer and to the antenna cable or satellite dish Q Also remember that if you have digital cable or a satellite dish make sure the set top box is turned on and set for the correct channel to record your program at the desired time WinDVR 5 Next Step
43. eo 3 connecting 20 32 selecting 35 68 S video cable 4 20 32 S video connector 5 19 32 77 system interface 73 T task window WinDVD Creator 46 tech support ticket number 81 technical support 3 79 temperature specification 78 text insertion button 61 text insertion author window 60 theme library 60 ticket number tech support 81 time shifting 36 timeline 55 TitanTV 2 41 76 title adding 58 adjusting 58 formatting 58 title library 58 tools Disc Manager 66 transfers USB 2 0 77 transition adding 57 adjusting 57 previewing 57 reversing 57 transition effects library 57 transition icon 57 troubleshooting 18 71 hints 72 WinDVR 36 TV connecting to ConvertX PVR 18 26 pausing while viewing 36 using splitter 26 TV control subpanel 39 TV systems NTSC 63 PAL 63 TV tuner 2 specifications 76 U upgrading software 3 71 USB 2 0 73 transfers 77 SB 2 0 connector 6 77 SB cable 4 connecting 15 USB hard disk don t use while capturing 15 72 USB hub don t use 15 72 U U V VBI 76 VCD See video CD vibration specification 78 video bit rate 74 compression 74 connector 5 19 20 33 77 format 76 input 19 output format 76 playing with WinDVR 40 quality 20 33 90 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual recording 53 68 recording in WinDVD Creator
44. eristics set at their default values and change them if your video is consistently too dark too light has too much contrast etc 4 Press the Record button on WinDVD Creator s on screen control panel You see the video in the preview window In the disk information area you can see the free and used areas of your hard disk changing as video is recorded IMPORTANT If you don t seem to be getting any video in the preview window make sure you have used the Device Control tab to select the same Video Source RF S Video or Composite that matches the physical connection to the ConvertX PVR CAUTION Do not attempt to launch other applications while capturing Video data may be corrupted if CPU usage approaches 100 percent When you have obtained the desired video stop the recording by pressing the Record button again Recording stops and you see your video file in the media library for video this is the video library located in the bottom right section of the Capture window Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 53 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Editing In this section of WinDVD Creator you can trim your project and add music titles and transitions to make your project look fantastic To display the Edit window e Inthe WinDVD main window click on the Edit button LC You see the Edit window xa Fun on bicycles wep WinDVD Creat a Project Edit View Tool
45. ertX PVR If you don t have a packaging store in your area ask for packaging pointers when you contact us to get an RMA number before returning any personal video recorder Shipping Your ConvertX PVR to Plextor Be sure to write the RMA number on the outside of the shipping box Any unit sent to Plextor without an RMA number will not be accepted NOTE The RMA number must be clearly visible on the outside of the shipping box ConvertX PVR units must be sent postage prepaid We recommend that you insure your shipment as Plextor cannot be held responsible for any damage that may occur during shipment 82 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Appendix C Warranty PLEXTOR CORP Plextor warrants your ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Personal Video Recorder against any defect in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year following its date of purchase In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period PLEXTOR will at its option repair or replace the defective unit This warranty is void a if the unit is operated or stored under abnormal use and maintenance conditions b if the unit is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification or alteration is expressly authorized in writing by PLEXTOR c if the unit is subjected to abuse neglect lightning strike electrical fault improper packaging or accident d if the unit is installed imprope
46. evice driver installing 9 device manager button 17 device setting window 64 digital cable connecting to ConvertX PVR 19 31 dimensions 77 DirectX installation 11 supplied on Plextor CD 3 support required 3 74 Disc Manager 47 48 66 67 choosing capture format 53 counters 68 Disc View 69 formatting DVD R RW disc 67 requires DVD R or RW disc 66 selecting capture profile 53 selecting same video source as physical connection 68 selecting video qualities 68 selecting video source 68 selecting video standard 68 disc finalizing 69 DiscView 66 69 disk information 51 DivX 2 7 74 Handheld profile 74 Home Theater profile 74 86 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Portable profile 74 drivers installing 15 drop height specification 78 DVD burning project on 49 63 capacity 65 overview of creating 48 video recording 63 DVD on CD format 63 DVD on CD HQ format 63 DVD RW drive recommended 4 74 E edit button 49 54 55 edit window 55 areas 54 editing 49 54 eject Disc Manager 66 electronic program guide 41 76 digital cable or satellite dish and 43 registering for 41 scheduler and 42 setting device preferences with 42 viewing 41 electrostatic discharge specification 78 EMC standards 78 environmental conditions 78 F FAT file system 3 FAT 32 file size limit 73 favorite chan
47. ficial DivX Certified product Certified by DivX Networks as producing files capable of being read in any other DivX Certified player e High quality hardware encoder Uses a high quality video encoder to make sure you can record your video without losing quality e Bundled InterVideo WinDVR 5 software Feature rich software to watch pause and record live TV as well as schedule unattended recordings with its built in Electronic Programming Guide provided by TitanTV 2 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 1 Getting Started Bundled InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 software For capturing and editing video as well as authoring and burning interactive DVDs Composite S Video and RF coaxial inputs Supports all these popular types of video input USB connection Uses a Hi Speed USB 2 0 interface for video capture at high bit rates Easily upgradeable Just download the latest software from the Plextor web site and upgrade quickly One year warranty And unlimited toll free tech support What You Need to Use the ConvertX PVR What You Need Computer Q Minimum Pentium IN 800 MHz CPU or faster Q Recommended Pentium 4 1 6 GHz CPU or faster Q Using WinDVR 5 in MPEG 4 mode 2 4 GHz CPU or faster Minimum memory At least 256 megabytes of memory Hard disk size At least 10 gigabytes of free space recommended Monitor resolution 1024 x 768 24 bit color Video graphics card AGP 4X o
48. ftware as well as versions of personal video recorders used Call 800 886 3935 and select the tech support option Before You E mail Log On FAX Call Please gather as much of the following information as possible before contacting us The serial number and TLA number of your ConvertX PVR Your serial number can be found on the label on the personal video recorder itself The TLA number appears on the label at the rear of the personal video recorder The latest version of the operating program you loaded onto the personal video recorder if applicable The version of the Windows operating system you are using The brand name and model number of your computer e g Dell 466 NP Hewlett Packard Pavilion 752n etc The type of VGA Super VGA or other graphics board you use Brand name and model number of any other peripherals you have installed or connected to your computer e g CD ROM scanner fax board network board 80 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Appendix B Technical Support Returns In the unlikely event that you need to return a personal video recorder to Plextor you need an RMA Returned Materials Authorization number You need this number before any Plextor personal video recorder can be returned for repair or replacement Here s how you get an RMA number and return your personal video recorder 1 Contact Plextor Technical Support You will receive assistance
49. h the ConvertX PVR Uncompressed full motion video takes as much as one gigabyte of storage space per minute of video But with your ConvertX PVR you can compress that video so that an entire movie fits onto a DVD or even a CD Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 1 Section 1 Getting Started The ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Personal Video Recorder and the bundled InterVideo WinDVR 5 and WinDVD Creator 2 software let you e Watch pause and record live TV e Schedule shows to record when you are away e Capture video from camcorders VCRs and DVD players e Edit videos and then author and burn interactive DVDs e Direct record video onto recordable DVD discs Your ConvertX PVR Personal Video Recorder hardware compresses video into four popular formats MPEG 1 VCD MPEG 2 DVD MPEG 4 and DivX video To use the ConvertX PVR for TV viewing and recording use the supplied InterVideo WinDVR software To edit home movies and author DVDs use the supplied InterVideo WinDVD Creator software Everything you need for quality digital production is here just what you d expect from Plextor Features of the Plextor ConvertX PVR e Built in TV tuner Works with broadcast analog cable digital cable or satellite TV service and lets you watch TV on your computer e Select from popular recording formats Performs real time conversion of video during capture to the DivX MPEG 4 MPEG 2 DVD and MPEG 1 VCD formats e Of
50. hat lets you Auto Detect scene changes or make scene changes By Time Ensure Auto Detect is selected then click the right Go arrow button O You see the clip automatically divided into several scenes according to changes in the video This does not create new video clips but only breaks the video into different segments To eliminate the divisions and merge the video sections into one clip again click the Reset button Add and Adjust a Transition To add a transition E 2 Browse through the Transition Effects library If desired preview the transition by clicking on the Transition s icon Click on a the desired transition then drag and drop the transition to the desired location on the storyboard You place transitions in between clips To adjust the length of the transition right click on the transition on the storyboard You see a pulldown menu with a selection for Video Manager Select Video Manager You see a slider for the transition You also see a check box that lets you reverse the transition effect Adjust the slider for the amount of time you want the transition to take To reverse the effect put a check mark in the Reverse box Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 57 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Add Titles Audio Effects and Media Content To add and adjust a title e From the Title Library drag and drop a title to the desired location on
51. ick OK You see a message indicating the disc is being formatted then a message indicating the disc is being loaded Finally you see the Disc Manager window with a blank screen in the DiscView area at the bottom Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 67 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator 6 Start the video source camcorder TV videocassette player etc and in the Disc Manager window click Capture You see the control panel for the capture device 7 Inthe control window use the configuration button EJ to set the parameters for recording Q In the Record tab select a Format and a Profile for capture For more information about the details of ConvertX PVR formats and profiles see the Plextor web site at www plextor com In the Device Control tab select the Video Source RF S Video or Composite you have connected to the ConvertX PVR You can also select the Video Standard set this to match the type of video that is coming into the ConvertX PVR In general NTSC is the TV standard used in North America and Japan while PAL is used in Europe and South America SECAM is used in France Eastern Europe and some African nations NOTE If you want to change the output format go to Tools Start Up Wizard Format and select NTSC or PAL NTSC output is the default You can use the Video Qualities tab to change the characteristics of the video you capture To begin you
52. ilable channels are favorite channels shown in the left hand column by a red heart icon with a plus symbol in it Favorite channels are those available in the channel list and the CH and CH buttons in the main player panel To remove a channel from your favorite channels click on the heart icon To add it back click again in the blank area at the far left end of the row Step 3 Use WinDVR to Change Channels To use WinDVR to watch TV if you have an antenna or direct connected analog cable e In the player panel use the CH and CH buttons to navigate up or down through your favorite channels Only channels marked as favorite channels are displayed or e Use the Channel List button i to show the list of favorite channels then choose one Save a List of Favorite Channels To save a channel list 1 Inthe play window right click then select Setup You see the Setup window 2 Inthe Setup window select the TV tab 30 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 3 Inthe TV tab click the favorite channel icons the red heart icons at the left of the Status column to select or delete channels from the favorite channel list 4 To save this channel list in the TV tab select the Save button and give the list a name such as Sports Channels or Financial Channels 5 Select OK to complete the channel setup You see the main WinD
53. isplays the Capture window button Allows you to preview the media content that you capture from outside devices or that you import from files Input device Shows a list of input devices that connect to your computer Those devices allow you to capture video from the Plextor ConvertX PVR as well as from a television source camera or a digital camcorder For each device a control panel allows you to control the device Displays the folder in which your media information content is being saved You can browse and change the folder where you are saving your files This section also shows the amount of free space and used space on your hard drive as well as the capture speed and the amount of time you have left to capture Media library This is where all your video image and audio clips are categorized Each of the files you have captured is placed into its own section of this library For instance if you capture a screen shot it is sent to the Image Library If you capture a video clip it is sent to the Video Library Capture Video To use the Capture window to capture video content 1 To record video make sure the TV VCR or other input device is connected to the ConvertX PVR and use the device s controls to begin playing video 2 From the device list on the top right section of WinDVD Creator s Capture window select the input device you are using You see a control panel that allows you to control input from
54. k 64 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 91 Index This page intentionally left blank 92 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Notes Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 93 Notes 94 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Notes Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 95 PLEXTOR CORP Phone 510 440 2000 48383 Fremont Blvd 800 886 3935 Suite 120 Fax 510 651 9755 Fremont CA 94538 6509 E mail info plextor com www plextor com
55. ll applications are turned off NOTE If you have a previous version of WinDVD Creator uninstall it before installing WinDVD Creator 2 To uninstall go to Start Control Panel Add Remove Programs select WinDVD Creator and uninstall it and all its components 3 Insert the ConvertX PVR software disc into your CD or DVD drive You see the Plextor Application Installer screen If you don t see the installer screen right away use Windows Explorer to navigate to the CD or DVD drive and double click the Plextor exe file 4 Select the WinDVD Creator button You see the WinDVD Creator Setup screen 5 Click Next You see the License Agreement 6 Read the License Agreement then click Yes Click Yes again You see the User Information window 7 Enter your Name your Company and the Serial Number for the product The serial number is located on the software CD envelope Then select Next You see the Destination path screen Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 45 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator 8 Accept the default destination path proposed by the setup program and click Next You see the Select Program Folder screen 9 Accept the default program folder as the location where the setup program will add WinDVD Creator s icons or enter the name of another folder Then click Next The setup program installs WinDVD Creator a process that can take a few minutes You ma
56. ly audio in this configuration use the red and white composite audio cables to connect the Line Out or Audio Out connectors from the set top box to the front panel Audio L and R connectors of the ConvertX PVR Figure 16 Connecting a set top box using the S Video connector 32 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Q Composite video connection Use the composite audio and video cables to connect from the set top box to the ConvertX PVR s front panel Video connector and Audio R and L connectors as shown in Figure 17 This provides the next highest quality video om 3 S ConvertX PVR Figure 17 Connecting a set top box using composite video Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 33 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR a RF coaxial cable connection As shown in Figure 18 you can also use a coaxial cable to connect the RF output of the set top box to the rear panel RF Coaxial input connector of the ConvertX PVR This provides the lowest quality video but may be the most convenient option especially if the set top box is at some distance from your PC pie Ca PVR Figure 18 Connecting a set top box to the ConvertX PVR s RF Coaxial input connector NOTE For this configuration you need to use WinDVR 5 to set the ConvertX PVR channel to 3 or 4 then use the set top box s remote con
57. ment causes 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS STATEMENT 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 This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual iii This page intentionally left blank iv Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Table of Contents 1 Getting Started ccccssscsscsscsssccsssscssccesssssesecssessssesssesssessoeeee 1 About this Manuals rerien ae Rhee AS 1 Meet Your Convert PVR rerio a eE E E EEANN 1 What You Can Do with
58. n added Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 39 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 8 In the message window click Finish You see the Schedule window with your task added to the window To make sure your program is recorded you need to ensure e Your computer is on and the WinDVR 5 icon is visible in the taskbar at the lower right of the Windows screen e The Plextor PX TV402U is connected to your computer and to the antenna cable or satellite dish Q Finally if you have digital cable or a satellite dish make sure the set top box is turned on and set for the correct channel to record your program at the desired time NOTE WinDVR cannot change channels on digital cable or satellite TV set top boxes You must change channels using the remote control supplied with your set top box If you schedule a recording using the Scheduler function you must manually change the channel on your set top box to the channel you want to record from If you schedule multiple recordings you must change the channel on your set top box after every recording When the recording starts the Record button in the player panel blinks on and off and you see a display showing the amount of remaining space on your hard disk and the remaining time of recording The recorded file is placed in your My Videos folder with the filename reflecting the name you chose for the task Playing a Recorded Video
59. neens 82 Shipping Your ConvertX PVR to Plextor s es 82 Appendix C Warranty csssssssssrssssrsssssssrsoevosrossesessssvssesssees vovssesorscesss 83 If You re Outside the U S or Canada oo ee eeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeneens 84 NIN OX vcs ccenssszdeenssveccevcnss sssuestessescoasedesssteasennsdoscesenssocowaseeaseseodeevesoseecsensn 85 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual vii Table of Contents This page intentionally left blank viii Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 1 Getting Started Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Personal Video Recorder We appreciate the confidence you have shown in us Our goal is to put you and keep you on the leading edge of video technology About this Manual Please read this manual carefully and keep it handy for easy reference Use the manual for installation operation and troubleshooting If your ConvertX PVR needs service see your dealer or call Plextor s Technical Support Department See Appendix B Technical Support for the different ways you can reach us Meet Your ConvertX PVR The Plextor ConvertX PVR is a high quality personal video recorder that takes a television signal from an antenna cable or satellite dish as well as video from a camcorder VCR or DVD player and compresses that video into DivX MPEG 4 MPEG 2 DVD or MPEG 1 VCD formatted video What You Can Do wit
60. nels 30 saving 30 features 2 5 adding interactive 49 adding to bundled software 43 Index file formats 65 wep 47 file properties viewing 58 file system required 3 73 finalizing DVD RW disc 69 format DVD 63 DVD on CD 63 DVD on CD HQ 63 SVCD 63 video CD 63 format window 63 formatting DVD R RW disc 67 frame rate 75 front panel connectors 5 77 controls 5 indicators 5 functions window area 62 G generating output 62 go arrow button 57 Go Cap 43 GOP structure 76 H Handheld profile DivX 74 hard disk size 3 73 help make movie window 63 WinDVD Creator 48 WinDVR 23 Home Theater profile DivX 74 host interface 77 humidity specification 78 I image library 51 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 87 Index import button 49 58 importing media 58 input connectors 19 device list 51 installation ConvertX PVR 9 failed 16 launching manually 16 troubleshooting 72 WinDVD Creator 45 WinDVR 21 interface 73 host 77 system 73 USB 2 0 3 77 IR blaster 35 K KB822603 Windows XP update 9 L library 51 library buttons 55 list of input devices 51 load content from hard disk 65 M maintenance 71 make movie button 49 62 63 make movie window 62 manual TV recording 38 media capturing 49 50 editing 49 importing 58 media library 51 55 media
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62. o the Internet You don t have to actually be connected WinDVR 5 will make the connection to the TitanTV web site automatically 2 Inthe WinDVR 5 player panel click the SubPanel button H You see a list of subpanels 3 Select the TV Control subpanel You see the subpanel with TV control options 4 Inthe TV Control subpanel select EPG In the WinDVR 5 play window you see the TitanTV screen with a list of programs for your area and cable or satellite provider 5 To navigate through the EPG use your mouse on the screen or the buttons at the top of the play window 6 To quit the EPG and return to viewing TV in WinDVR select the Quit iEPG button at the top right of the WinDVR play window Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 41 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Set the PVR Device Preferences for Channel 3 or 4 Using the EPG to set PVR device preferences to channel 3 or 4 makes recording more convenient if you have a set top box connected to the RF Coaxial input connector If your source is Composite or S Video the ConvertX PVR is automatically set for the correct channel input from the set top box You don t need to perform this step To set the PVR Device Preferences to channel 3 or 4 in TitanTV 1 Inthe TitanTV screen go to the My Account tab and select Edit PVR Tuner Devices You see TitanTV s PVR Tuner Device Preferences screen 2 Inthe Device Preferences scre
63. on CAUTION Use only the AC adapter shipped with your ConvertX PVR 6 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 1 Getting Started A Word about Compression The ConvertX PVR along with the WinDVR and WinDVD Creator 2 software supports the most popular types of real time video compression including e MPEG 1 used in the Video CD VCD format e MPEG 2 used for standard DVDs e MPEG 4 used for archiving video on a hard disk CD or DVD as well as for playback on some PDAs cell phones DVD players and personal video players e DivX used for sharing video on the Internet for archiving video on a hard disk CD or DVD and for playback on some DVD players PDAs cell phones and personal video players DivX files are playable in Windows Media Player with a DivX decoder supplied with the PX TV402U and also available for free at http www divx cony The ConvertX PVR hardware encoder captures video and can compress it to any of these formats saving valuable space on your hard disk You can play this video and view it on your computer using the WinDVR player or software such as Microsoft Windows Media Player You can convert captured video to other formats with WinDVD Creator or you can use WinDVD Creator to edit your video and burn interactive DVDs Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 7 Section 1 Getting Started Precautions Like the rest of your compute
64. or s Make Movie window 62 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator No Window Area Function Make Movie Displays the Make Movie window button Preview The top left section of the Make Movie window window is the preview window Here you preview your project as it is being burned ensuring that it is properly displaying and playing Burning wizard The top right section is the Burning Wizard which provides a step by step procedure for burning your project onto CD or DVD The bottom of the window gives detailed help about the burning process Burn a Disc To burn your project onto a CD or DVD disc 1 Insert a blank CD or DVD disc in your CD or DVD drive 2 In the Make Movie window s Burning Wizard choose a Format for output The formats are Q DVD 1 hour and DVD 2 hour High quality sound and video content with a specified length of video content Q DVD on CD HQ High quality video and sound on a CD holding up to 650 700 megabytes Q DVD on CD Compressed video and sound on a CD holding up to 650 700 megabytes Q SVCD Holds up to a maximum of 650 700 megabytes of video content A better version of VCD SVCD is used primarily in European and Asian countries Q VCD Video Compact Disc Uses MPEG compression and can display full motion video and sound Holds up to a maximum of 74 minutes or 80 minutes of video content on a 65
65. player required 74 memory minimum 3 73 menu theme editing 61 menu adding 49 59 minimum configuration 3 73 74 monitor required 3 74 MPEG profile 74 specifications 74 75 76 MPEG 1 2 7 74 MPEG 2 2 7 74 MPEG 4 2 7 74 multiplex system 76 multiplexing 76 N NTFS file system 3 73 NTSC 63 75 O operating position 8 78 operating system required 3 16 73 updates 4 9 optical disc drive don t use while capturing 15 72 options burning 64 P packing for shipment 82 PAL 63 75 pause button 24 37 pausing while viewing TV 36 play button WinDVD Creator 55 WinDVD Creator preview 58 WinDVR 24 37 play window WinDVR 23 player panel WinDVR 24 playing video with WinDVR 40 Plextor CD contents 4 88 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Plextor exe file 10 11 16 45 Portable profile DivX 74 power indicator 5 16 77 power specifications 77 precautions 8 preview window 51 55 60 63 Disc Manager 66 previewing a project 58 previous channel button 24 product model 73 R ready to record indicator 5 77 rear panel connectors 6 77 record button WinDVD Creator 52 53 68 record button WinDVR 24 38 recording subpanel 38 recording TV manual 38 scheduling 39 scheduling with EPG 42 recording video directly to hard disk 47 66 67 don t launch other applications 68 WinD
66. r faster with 32 megabytes of video memory 24 bit resolution capability and DirectX support Sound card Windows compatible sound card with 48 kHz playback Using a plug in PCI sound card is recommended CD ROM drive For installation USB interface USB 2 0 Hi Speed USB required Operating system Windows XP or 2000 File system FAT or NTFS DirectX 9 0b Provided on the accompanying Plextor CD Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 3 Section 1 Getting Started Also Highly Recommended CD RW drive To burn CDs Video CDs or MiniDVDs DVD R RW or DVD R RW drive To burn DVDs CDs or Video CDs Also needed for direct recording to DVD Operating system updates To enhance your experience Plextor highly recommends that you update your computer s Windows operating system with the following service packs or later service packs and all Microsoft critical updates before you install the ConvertX PVR drivers Suggested service packs include Q Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 Q Windows XP Home XP Pro Service Pack 1 or later What s in the Box Check the contents of the box You should have ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Personal Video Recorder AC adapter and power cord USB 2 0 cable Composite video cable Composite audio cable S Video cable Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U QuickStart Guide ConvertX PVR PX TV402U software disc with Q Ple
67. r project to a DVD or CD You can simply save it to any of a host of file formats for sharing e To save to a file in WinDVD Creator go to Tools Output to File and select a file format You see a full list of the output file formats available with WinDVD Creator as well as the parameters and details for all formats Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 65 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Disc Manager Disc Manager lets you capture video directly onto a recordable DVD disc without going through WinDVD Creator s main window f Untitled WinDVD Creator Project Edit View Tools Help input Source EpUecikoa Da Meee T 0 o Cs 4 ees lt a 5 Figure 31 Disc Manager window Window Area Function Preview View and listen to your media content window 2 Video library Import directly from the video library Capture Capture video from external devices such as a camcorder or VCR Tools Perform a quick format or a full format of the recordable or rewritable DVD disc 5 Authoring Select a background theme 6 Eject Ejects or loads the DVD R RW disc 7 DiscView Shows the contents of the disc 66 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Disc
68. r system your ConvertX PVR requires reasonable care in its installation and use Operate your ConvertX PVR only in a horizontal position Keep the area around your ConvertX PVR clean from dust smoke and other contaminants The unit is not dustproof Do not allow moisture or liquids including water or cleaning fluids to touch the ConvertX PVR The unit is not waterproof Furthermore thinner benzene or alcohol based solvents can mar the surface of your ConvertX PVR Do not drop or jolt the ConvertX PVR Do not attempt to open the ConvertX PVR and service it yourself Entrust service to Plextor authorized service personnel only 8 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR Here s how to install your ConvertX PVR Personal Video Recorder Installing the ConvertX PVR Before installation Plextor highly recommends that you get the latest updates available for your computer s operating system Current service packs and critical updates are available from http windowsupdate microsoft com NOTE If you have Windows XP make sure you install Service Pack 1 SP1 or later and Recommended Update for XP SP1 KB822603 which is an update for USB 1 1 and 2 0 Also check for and install any software updates for your video card and sound card Install the ConvertX PVR Device Driver NOTE Be sure you do this procedure to install the ConvertX PVR driver from the Convert
69. rd programs when you are away by either manually setting up a time to record or by using WinDVR s integrated electronic program guide EPG provided by TitanTV Installing the WinDVR 5 Software To install the WinDVR 5 software 1 Turn ON your computer system 2 Make sure that all applications are turned off U Insert the ConvertX PVR software disc into your CD or DVD drive You see the Plextor Application Installer screen gt Select the WinDVR button You see the WinDVR Setup screen A Click Next You see the License Agreement oY Page down to read the entire License Agreement then click Yes If you still see the License Agreement click Yes again You see the User Information window Sd Enter your Name your Company and the Serial Number for the product The serial number is located on the software CD envelope You see the Destination path screen oo Accept the default destination path proposed by the setup program and click Next You see the Select Program Folder screen Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 21 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 9 Accept the default program folder as the location where the setup program will add WinDVR 5 icons or enter the name of another folder Then click Next The setup program installs WinDVR 5 a process that can take a few minutes When the installation is completed you see the Setup Complete screen
70. rees Celsius Performance Guarantee Temperature Operating Humidity 20 to 80 non condensing Storage Temperature 40 to 60 degrees Celsius Storage Humidity 20 to 80 non condensing Vibration Operating 2 0Go px 5 300Hz Sine sweep 5 minutes Normal operation Shock Operating 3 0Go px 5 300Hz 11msec Sine sweep 10 sec interval Normal operation Electrostatic Discharge 8KV aerial discharge 4KV contact discharge Normal operation External Pressure 50n No damage Ambient Air Unimpeded Drop Height 5cm Normal operation Operating Position Horizontal 15 degrees Approvals Safety and EMC Standards Country Region Type Agency Standard USA Safety UL UL 60950 AC adapter only Part 15J Class B Canada UL C UL CSA C22 2 No 60950 AC adapter International USB IF USB IF USB O ee Implementers Forum WHQL Microsoft Windows Hardware Qualifying Labs 78 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Appendix B Technical Support Store Plextor s e mail web site phone and fax numbers in a convenient location Keep your personal video recorder s serial number and a copy of your sales receipt handy as well If you experience a problem while installing or operating your ConvertX PVR please refer first to the relevant sections of this manual regarding setup and installation Chapters 1 2 If you do not uncover the solution there then refer to the maintenance and tro
71. rly or e if the serial number of the unit is defaced or missing PLEXTOR will not under any circumstances be liable for direct special or consequential damages such as but not limited to damage or loss of property or equipment loss of profits or revenues cost of replacement goods or expense or inconvenience caused by service interruptions Under no circumstances will any person be entitled to any sum greater than the purchase price paid for the unit To obtain warranty service you must contact PLEXTOR s Technical Support Department by calling 800 886 3935 They will attempt to diagnose and correct your problem by phone If the unit does not function properly they will issue a Tech Support Ticket number to be used on your RMA return request You may be asked to furnish proof of purchase to confirm that the unit is still under warranty All product returns must be authorized in advance by PLEXTOR s RMA Department Authorization is confirmed by issuance of the RMA number which must be written prominently on the outside of the box in which the defective unit is returned to PLEXTOR Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 83 Appendix C Warranty All ConvertX PVR units returned to PLEXTOR must be securely packaged and shipped postage prepaid The ConvertX PVR will be returned to the customer at Plextor s expense when originating within the United States For a ConvertX PVR originating outside of the Unit
72. s In this chapter we ve just scratched the surface of the things you can do with the ConvertX PVR WinDVR combination For more details consult WinDVR s help files Or go on to the next chapter to see how you can use WinDVD Creator 2 to make your own highly polished multimedia projects and presentations For additional help and frequently asked questions FAQs see the Plextor web site at www plextor com This site also has information on how to download the Plextor Go Cap application which allows you to set many parameters that are not available in the bundled software Go Cap is not supported by Plextor technical support Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 43 Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR This page intentionally left blank 44 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator WinDVD Creator 2 software lets you capture video from a videocassette recorder your camcorder or any other analog source and feed it to the Plextor ConvertX PVR for conversion to digital video WinDVD Creator also lets you edit that video use it to create and share compelling presentations complete with video still photos audio on screen titles and more Installing the WinDVD Creator 2 Software To install the WinDVD Creator video capture and authoring software 1 Turn ON your computer system 2 Make sure that a
73. s Help P ROLLIDX SAJPG ROLLIDX 7AJPG ROLL5074 JPG Figure 25 WinDVD Creator s Edit window 54 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Window Area Function Displays the Edit window button Preview window View and listen to your media content If your project is already arranged you can preview it by pressing the Play button in the preview window If you have already placed transitions into your storyboard the preview window will also play them Media library Stores all your files for easy access when you are adding them to your project Library buttons Use to select a library Video Library Image Library Audio Library Transition Effects and Title Effects Storyboard or Can either be a storyboard ora timeline timeline This window shows how your project will run You drag and drop items from the libraries to here Storyboard Timeline Switches between storyboard view button and timeline view In general the storyboard view is for intermediate users and the timeline view is for more advanced users To use the Edit window to edit your project 1 From the Media Library at the top right section of the Edit window select one of the libraries video image audio transition effects or title You see that library 2 From the library select the file you want to use and drag and drop the file onto the stor
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75. the ConvertX PVR 1 Features of the Plextor ConvertX PVR cecsceeseeseeteeeteeeeeees 2 What You Need to Use the ConvertX PVR eeccesseeseeteeteeeseees 3 What s inthe Box acseetcccetincis hited acter a deste 4 ConvertX PVR Features and Controls ccccescesseesseeseeereeeeeeeeeees 5 Front Panel arei rn nee eons Stee Ree ee 5 Rear Panelni EEA 6 A Word about Compression cccscccssessseseeeseeesceseeeeeeereneeeneeeees 7 Jeania KON A E AT A 8 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR essseseesseseeceseeoceseeoesoeseeeoesereoeseeoee 9 Installing the ConvertX PVR sssessessesesssrsesseeessrsrrsresersssresesseeeesse 9 Install the ConvertX PVR Device Driver s seseesesseeseeserseseerseeee 9 Install Other ConvertX PVR Drivers cc ccccceesceeseeeeeeeeeeees 15 Tum the ConvertX PVR On and Off eccecesseesseeteeeseeereees 16 Don t Forget to Register cccceccesecsseeseeeneeeeeeeeceseeeeeeseeeereees 16 If the Installation Failed ec eccceeceseceseceeeeseeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeereees 16 Make Sure the ConvertX PVR Is Recognized ccceseeees 17 Troubleshoot Other Devices ecccesccesecseesseeseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeens 18 Making Connections cccccccssecsseesceesceeeceeeceseceaeenseeneecseeeeeeneeees 18 Connect Antenna or Cable cccecceccesecsecseeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeereeeees 18 Connect a Set Top Box or Other Video Input eee 19 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR 21 I
76. the device The control panel will be different depending upon which device you are using Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 51 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator r Plextor Convert T 402U AY Capture Figure 24 Control panel for the Plextor ConvertX PVR Window Area Function Record Starts and stops recording button 3 Configuration Displays the configuration window for this button EJ device 52 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator 3 In the control panel use the configuration button EJ to get to tabs and menus that let you change the settings for capture Q In the Record tab select a Format and a Profile for capture For more information about the details of ConvertX PVR formats and profiles see the Plextor web site at www plextor com In the Device Control tab select the Video Source RF S Video or Composite you have connected to the ConvertX PVR You can also select the Video Standard set this to match the type of video that is coming into the ConvertX PVR In general NTSC is the TV standard used in North America and Japan while PAL is used in Europe and South America SECAM is used in France Eastern Europe and some African nations Use the Video Qualities tab to change the characteristics of the video you capture To begin you can leave these charact
77. the storyboard Double click on the title in the storyboard then edit the title text To format the title select the text and change the color alignment and the font size as desired Choose F to change the font or C to change the color To add an audio effect e From the Audio Library drag and drop an audio file onto an existing cell on the storyboard You can also add audio recorded from a CD or even record audio from a microphone To import more media content e Inthe Edit window select the Import button then select the desired files for importing The files are automatically categorized as they are imported Preview Your Project To preview your entire CD or DVD project e Inthe storyboard select a scene where you want to begin the preview Then in the Edit window s preview window select the Play button C You see project played so you can see if the video is playing properly and if the transitions and other effects are in the correct spots View File Properties To view the file properties of the media content in your media library e Inthe Edit window select the Media Library of your choice right click on the file you choose and select Properties from the pulldown menu Save Your Project To save your project before continuing e Select the Project menu at the top of the window then choose Save Project As and enter the path and filename 58 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual
78. tor ConvertX PX TV402U End User Software License Agreement NOTE Carefully read the following Agreement before installing the software By installing this Software you acknowledge that you have read understood and agree to abide by the terms and conditions of this Agreement If you do not agree with the terms of this Agreement promptly contact the seller of this Software to arrange an appropriate remedy SOFTWARE LICENSE This is a legal agreement Agreement between you either an individual or an entity and Plextor Corp Plextor that sets forth the license terms and conditions for using the enclosed software Software and updates of the Software In this Agreement amp Figure 6 Review the license agreement Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 13 Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR 12 When you have read the entire agreement click Next You see the driver installation for the ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Plextor ConvertX PX TV402U Plextor ConvertX PX TV402U Driver Set Version 1 2 0 0 Notice Plextor ConvertX PX TV402U device driver installation program This software installs the Plextor ConvertX PX TV402U device driver onto your hard disk Before you click install please disconnect your ConvertX PX TV402U from your computer if it is connected After installing this driver please connect your ConvertX PX TV402U to your computer and click Next at the instru
79. trol to change channels for viewing or capture 34 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR Step 2 Changing Channels with a Set Top Box To set up WinDVR for your set top box 1 Ensure that the set top box is connected to the PX TV402U Also ensure the PX TV402U is connected to your computer s USB port 2 Launch WinDVR 5 Select Programs WinDVR 5 WinDVR 5 You see the WinDVR 5 main screen 3 At the top left of the main play window click the Source button g the up down arrows You see a list of sources 4 Choose the source to display For a set top box select the appropriate option RF Coaxial S Video or Composite depending on how you have connected the ConvertX PVR to the set top box 5 Ifyou are using a connection from the set top box to the ConvertX PVR s RF Coaxial connector set the source to RF Coaxial and set WinDVR to channel 3 or 4 See page 27 for a description of how to enable channels using WinDVR For S Video or Composite the channel changing buttons in the WinDVR player panel are grayed out 6 To change channels for viewing or capture point your remote control at the set top box and use it to change channels just as you normally would HINT For best results with a set top box connected to the RF Coaxial input make sure during WinDVR setup that you select channel 3 or 4 as the only favorite channel That way you c
80. ubleshooting chapter that begins on page 71 You may also wish to visit the Frequently Asked Questions FAQ section of our web site to assist you in troubleshooting the problem on your own NOTE We encourage you to go the Plextor web site www plextor com before attempting to contact Technical Support The answers to the most common questions callers ask can be found quickly in the support area Select PlexHelper for online troubleshooting or FAQs for common questions If you have not been successful in your quest our Technical Support Department will help you solve problems that relate specifically to your ConvertX PVR In many cases a problem that appears to be caused by your ConvertX PVR actually originates in another part of your computer In such instances our technical support staff will try to help you identify the part at fault and will refer you to the manufacturer of that part for further assistance Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 79 Appendix B Technical Support How to Contact Plextor Technical Support There are several ways for you to contact Plextor s Technical Support Department Visit our web site www plextor com for answers to Frequently Asked Questions Send us e mail at techsupport plextor com Include your telephone number and the hours during which you can be reached Be as detailed as possible in describing your problem Please include system configuration hardware and so
81. use this option only if no other connection method is possible Satellite TV Digital or analog cable Camcorder to LA Set to DVD player eet VCR les box j Composite video S Video Figure 11 For higher quality video connect S video or composite video Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 19 Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR For S Video Use the black S Video cable to connect from the S Video connector at the source to the front panel S Video connector on the ConvertX PVR S Video provides the highest quality video or For composite video Use the yellow video cable to connect the Line Out or Video Out connector from the source to the front panel Video connector of the ConvertX PVR Composite video gives better quality than a TV signal delivered through the RF Coaxial input connector but not as good as S Video For composite audio Use the red and white RCA audio cables to connect the Line Out or Audio Out connectors from the source to the front panel Audio connectors of the ConvertX PVR You use composite audio to provide sound with either S Video or composite video For more information about connections see the next chapter 20 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 3 Viewing and Capturing TV Programs with WinDVR InterVideo s WinDVR 5 is a simple to use software application that lets you watch pause and record live TV You can also schedule and reco
82. ver or Windows 2000 or Windows XP Service Pack from Microsoft s Windows Update e To update the PX TV402U driver right click on the question mark and select Properties then select the Driver tab and click Update driver Look for the device driver on the Plextor CD Making Connections This section shows how to connect your ConvertX PVR to a TV signal input Connect Antenna or Cable If you have a TV antenna or analog cable line that connects directly to your TV without using a set top box connect the line directly to the RF Coaxial input connector of the PX TV402U Analog cable Antenna HH ConvertX PVR Figure 10 Connecting a TV antenna or analog cable input 18 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 2 Installing Your ConvertX PVR Connect a Set Top Box or Other Video Input If your TV set is normally connected to a set top box from analog cable digital cable or a satellite dish the box will often supply a composite or S video analog video source In this case you can connect it to the ConvertX PVR front panel input connectors as shown in Figure 11 In addition you can connect other sources such as a VCR or camcorder that supplies composite video or S video NOTE If your set top box has only RF coaxial output connect it to the RF Coaxial connector at the rear of the ConvertX PVR as in Figure 10 Your video quality will not be as high as S video or composite video so
83. xtor ConvertX PVR USB device driver InterVideo WinDVR 5 software InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 software Adobe Reader PDF files of users manuals English and French Oooo 4 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 1 Getting Started ConvertX PVR Features and Controls Before proceeding become familiar with the controls and features of your ConvertX PVR Front Panel Figure 1 Front panel of the ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Personal Video Recorder Connector or Indicator Function Audio connectors Connect audio input here using the red and white RCA cables Video connector Connect composite video here using the yellow RCA cable Ready to Record indicator LED Amber when a valid video signal is being passed to the PC Power LED Blue when the AC adapter and USB cable are connected and the computer is turned on Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 5 Section 1 Getting Started Rear Panel Tested fo Compl S wimece stangar FOR HOME OR OFFICE Figure 2 Rear panel of the ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Personal Video Recorder Connector Function RF Coaxial RF Coaxial input connector Connect RF input from antenna or coaxial cable here USB 2 0 connector Connect your USB cable here Power connector Connect the AC adapter here The unit has an automatic power switch When the PC power is on the ConvertX PVR power is also
84. y see a Third Party Application Setup window asking if you want to install Microsoft HTML Help Click Next to install Microsoft HTML Help 10 When the installation is completed you see the Setup Complete screen asking if you want to restart your computer now 1 ji Remove any discs from their drives then click Finish to restart your computer When the installation is complete and Windows reboots you see program icons in the Windows Start menu Starting Up To launch WinDVD Creator 2 e On the computer go to Start Programs InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 and select WinDVD Creator When you start WinDVD Creator 2 you see the WinDVD Creator task window NOTE Do not start WinDVD Creator at same time as another capture application such as WinDVR Understanding the Task Window You see the Task Window every time you start WinDVD Creator This window lets you choose whether to create your own personalized DVD or CD project or whether you simply want to capture compressed video directly to your hard disc or to a rewritable DVD 46 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator WinDVD Creator 4 Create new project D x Open existing project 3 eee 1 Loy Create CD DVD with existing video file a S Capture video into hard disk a P mall D Capture video directly to DYD disc Om n Figure 21 WinDVD Creator task win
85. yboard Q You can drag and drop a file anywhere on the storyboard Q To move one clip in front of another just drag and drop the new clip in front of the current clip Q To rearrange the media clips drag and drop clips until you are satisfied with the order Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual 55 Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator Adjust a Video Clip To trim the length of a video clip 1 In the timeline or storyboard at the bottom of the Edit window select a video then right click You see a pull down menu with a selection for Video Manager No Window Area Function Use to trim video to the desired length Video cut tool E Cuts video based on slider position 2 Select Video Manager You see the video cut tool and two sliders one for the beginning position of the video and the other for the ending position 3 Set the sliders then click the video cut tool Mj to trim the video clip to the desired length 56 Plextor ConvertX PVR PX TV402U Installation and Users Manual Section 4 Capturing and Editing Video with WinDVD Creator To divide a video clip into separate segments l 2 In the Edit window s video library select the desired clip Right click on the clip and select Show Video Scenes from the menu or left click on the clip then click the Show video scenes button in the upper right corner of the video library You see a window t

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