TV Tuner

Use the ArcSoft TV 5.0 to watch TV programs or record them.The dimensions and shape of the TV Tuner jack vary for different regions. Some models are equipped with a TV tuner.

When the ArcSoft TV 5.0 is going to be used, be sure that the computer is hooked up to an AC adaptor, and please use the AC power. If this is used under battery power, you are in danger of experiencing recording failures, sound fades, or frames being dropped from videos due to power-saving feature or battery depletion.

Some computer models are equipped with a tuner capable of receiving digital broadcasts. These tuners can receive DVB-T digital broadcasts. Digital broadcasts cannot be received in regions where DVB-T digital broadcasts are not available.

Simultaneous reception and recording cannot be used when an external video device is connected and the above settings are made.

Simultaneous reception and recording cannot be used when the set- top box is connected and the above settings are made.

According to the government regulations, it is not permitted to bring PAL/SECAM TV tuners into Korea.

Using the TV Tuner

Antenna

The quality of sounds and pictures greatly depends on the radio propagation conditions.

When you use your computer in areas where the radio waves are weak, which results in poor radio receiving conditions, contact the dealer you purchased it from, or use a commercially available antenna booster. Please refer to the manual provided with the booster for details.

Connecting the Cable

This section describes how to connect the coaxial cable to your computer.

Connecting the coaxial cable

When lightning occurs, do not touch the antenna line. This may cause an electric shock.

If you have to operate your computer during a thunderstorm and are connecting the TV tuner to an outside antenna, you should operate your

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