TView Gold User’s Guide Rev.
FCC NOTICE 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 installation manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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This is a blank page Table of Contents FCC NOTICE ii COPYRIGHT iii TABLE OF CONTENTS IV About the User’s Guide 1 Notation Conventions 2 Ordering Information 2 INTRODUCTION 3 Features 3 Modes of Operation 4 Suggested Uses for the TView Gold 5 Specifications 6 HARDWARE INSTALLATION 7 System Requirements 7 Pre-Installation Procedures 8 Connecting the TView Gold to an IBM PC or Macintosh Computer 9 Connecting the TView Gold to a Television 15 Connecting to the Television Using a
Using the Remote Control 25 Configuring Your PC or Laptop Video Output 28 Changing Screen Resolutions 28 TUNING YOUR TELEVISION Using Your Television’s Video Settings TROUBLESHOOTING Returning a Damaged or Failed TView Gold Unit 31 31 33 35
TView Gold User’s Guide About the User’s Guide The TView Gold User’s Guide is designed to help you to quickly and easily connect the hardware and install the software for this product. The guide is divided into the following chapters: Chapter 1: Introduction: which describes the key features and functionality of the product and some of its many uses. The chapter also discusses the notation conventions used in the guide.
TView Gold User’s Guide Notation Conventions This user’s guide uses the following conventions to specify certain types of information. Warns you about potential problems and hazards during the installation or use of the product. Read these warnings carefully, and be sure you understand how they relate to the installation procedures before proceeding. Note: Points out important or useful information.
TView Gold User’s Guide Chapter 1 Introduction The TView Gold converts the video output from your computer into video that can be displayed on a television or recorded to a VCR. . The result is a high quality, flicker-free television display from your computer. Features The TView Gold includes the following features: • Screen position controls • Easy plug-and-play installation for any computer with a VGA output and the following platforms: Windows95™, 98, 2000, ME, NT , XP and MacOS Systems 7.
TView Gold User’s Guide Modes of Operation The TView Gold has ability to operate in three separate modes: 1. Presentation Mode: Display the same image on your computer VGA (or compatible) monitor and television simultaneously. Figure 1-1: Presentation Mode 2. Television Only Mode: Use the television as your only display.
TView Gold User’s Guide 3. Video Record Mode: Record your video image directly to videotape. Figure 1-3: Video Record Mode Suggested Uses for the TView Gold The TView Gold can be used for many purposes.
TView Gold User’s Guide Specifications Table 1: TView Gold Specifications. Computer • Any . Window 95™, 98™, 2000, ME Compatibility ,NT, XP and MacOS™ 7.1 or higher computer with VGA output Television Compatibility • Works with any size television monitor (NTSC/PAL) with an RCA (composite) or S-Video input connector.
TView Gold User’s Guide Chapter 2 Hardware Installation This chapter describes the information you should know before installing and connecting the TView Gold hardware, and the steps required to perform the installation.
TView Gold User’s Guide Pre-Installation Procedures Before installing the hardware, you must unpack and inspect the equipment. This section discusses the steps for unpacking and inspecting the equipment. Checking the Packing List Check the packing list that is included in this manual. Compare the list with the equipment you have purchased. Be sure that you have received everything that is on the list. If anything is missing, contact FOCUS Enhancements Customer Service department by calling 1-800-338-3348.
TView Gold User’s Guide Inspecting the Equipment Before installing and connecting the hardware, inspect it for any damage which may have been incurred during shipment. Perform a thorough inspection, looking for dents, scratches, or loose parts. Look for anything that appears unusual or out-ofthe ordinary. If any of the equipment is damaged, contact FOCUS Enhancement’s Customer Service department by calling 1-800-338-3348.
TView Gold User’s Guide 2. Not all Macintosh PowerBook computers have a VGA connector for an external monitor. Some PowerBook’s require a special cable to output VGA Video. Refer to your PowerBook owner’s manual or Apple’s web site for more information. Perform the following steps to connect the TView Gold to a PC or Macintosh Desktop or Laptop: 1. Turn the computer and monitor off. The computer must be off when connecting the TView Gold.
TView Gold User’s Guide 5. Connect the male end of your computer’s monitor cable to the video pass-through port on the UniViewer cable. This port is located on the UniViewer cable itself, at the end of the cable that is connected to the “Monitor out” port on the computer. 6. Connect the female end of the monitor cable to the monitor. 7. Connect the power adapter to the rear of the TView Gold. Plug the adapter into the nearest wall outlet.
TView Gold User’s Guide Monitor CI Yes N/A AGP Graphics Yes *Requires second PCI video Card for video mirroring Gigabit Ethernet Yes *Requires second PCI video Card for video mirroring Digital Audio Yes *Requires second PCI video Card for video mirroring Cube Yes *Requires second PCI video Card for video mirroring Quicksilver Yes *Requires second PCI video Card for video mirroring or optional Nvidia Gforce 3 Twin View card.
TView Gold User’s Guide Figure 3 Note: for more information regarding models and display types visit Apples web site at http://docs.info.apple.com/article.
TView Gold User’s Guide Figure 2-1: Connecting the TView Gold to an IBM or Macintosh PC Note: Some Mac models also have a ADC or DVI connector for use with some Apple Studio or Cinema Displays. Simply use the VGA to connect the TView Gold. Also note that Video Mirroring may not be available when using both the VGA and ADC/DVI connectors. Consult your computers owner manual for more information on Video Mirroring.
TView Gold User’s Guide Figure 2-2: Connecting the TView Gold to an IBM or Macintosh Laptop Note: Use A/C power with a TView Gold and a laptop. If you are using battery power, your video output may be interrupted to conserve power. Connecting the TView Gold to a Television The next step is to connect to the television. (If you are planning to connect to a VCR, see "Connecting to a VCR" below.
TView Gold User’s Guide The connectors on a composite video cable have an RCA-type plug. The plug has a long metal pin projecting from its center and plugs into the composite video in port at the rear of the television. Figure 2-3: Composite Video Connectors To determine if your television supports composite video, look for a port on your television that matches the composite video out port at the rear of the TView Gold unit.
TView Gold User’s Guide Note: The S-Video connection is a newer video standard. This type connection improves color, clarity, and resolution. It is recommended that if S-Video connection is available it be used. Figure 2-4: S-Video Connectors To determine if your television or supports S-Video, look for a port at the rear of the television that matches the S-Video output port at the rear of the TView Gold Unit. Note: The S-Video port on the television may or may not be labeled "S-Video in.
TView Gold User’s Guide labeled either "Comp Video" or "S-Video." 2. Connect the other end of the composite cable or S-Video cable to the Comp Video in or S-Video in port at the rear of the television. 3. Turn the television on. 4. Turn the TView Gold on. 5. Turn your computer on. If the cables have been connected correctly, the image from the computer monitor should now appear on the television screen.
TView Gold User’s Guide Figure 2-5: Connecting TView Gold to the Television Note: Because the port may not be labeled, you will need to match the port to the connector you are using. Connecting to the Television Using an RF Modulator If you do not have a television with composite video or SVideo, you will need a special adapter called an RF Modulator. This device converts the Composite Video signal from the TView Gold unit to an antenna signal. The RF Modulator is not supplied.
TView Gold User’s Guide of the television. 2. Connect one end of the composite video cable to the port labeled "Comp Video" at the rear of the TView Gold unit. 3. Connect the other end of the composite video cable to the RF Modulator’s Composite Input at the rear of the television. 4. Plug RF modulator into wall outlet or surge protector 5. Turn your computer on. 6. Turn the TView Gold on. 7. Turn the television on.
TView Gold User’s Guide cable to the port at the rear of your VCR labeled "Video Input" or “AUX-IN,” “AV-IN,” or “S-VIDEO IN.” 3. Turn on the VCR. 4. Turn on your television and tune it to channel 3 or 4. 5. Turn the TView Gold unit on. 6. Turn the computer on. 7. Find a button on the front of the VCR called "Line," "TV/Video," "Video Input," or something similar. Press the button. If the cables have been connected correctly, the image from the computer monitor should now appear on the television screen.
TView Gold User’s Guide Figure 2-6: Connecting the TView Gold to a VCR Hardware Installation 22
TView Gold User’s Guide Chapter 3 Image Control This chapter describes the location and functions of the control buttons on the TView Gold Unit, the buttons on the remote control, and how to use the remote to adjust the image. It also describes the steps involved in configuring your desktop or laptop video output. Overview If you look at the top of your TView Gold unit, you will notice five buttons. These buttons are used to perform various adjustments to the unit’s video output.
TView Gold User’s Guide The Menu/Select button is used to access the on-screen image control menu on the TV. It is also used to select specific functions and to exit the on-screen menus. The up, down, right and left buttons are used to scroll through the menus and to adjust each of the functions. On-Screen Display Main Menu When you press the Menu/Select button for the first time, the Main Menu appears on the screen. If you want to exit the Main Menu, press the Menu/Select button again.
TView Gold User’s Guide Using the Remote Control The TView Gold comes with a remote control that can be used to adjust many aspects of the computer image on the television. See the figure below. Refer to the previous pages for information about how to use the on-screen menus.
TView Gold User’s Guide used to pan the screen in Standard Zoom Mode • Left/Right Arrows: Used to scroll through the on screen menus and to adjust certain functions within the menus.
TView Gold User’s Guide • Mode. While in Area Zoom Mode, you can use the nine arrow keys to quickly pan to a region on the screen. Bright Button: Used to toggle in and out of the Brightness Adjustment Mode. While in Brightness Adjustment Mode; use the arrow keys to set the desired level of brightness. • Position Button: Used to toggle in and out of the Position Mode. While in Position Mode use the arrow keys to position the computer image on the television screen.
TView Gold User’s Guide Configuring Your PC or Laptop Video Output Once you have used the on-screen menu to maximize the image, you may want to configure your PC or Macintosh computer. Changing Screen Resolutions Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME, XP & NT To change screen resolutions perform the following steps: 1. Click on the "Start" button. 2. Choose "Settings" and go to the "Control Panel" submenu. 3. Double-click on the "Display" icon. 4. Click on the "Settings" tab. 5.
TView Gold User’s Guide Macintosh To change screen resolutions, perform the following steps: 1. Select "Monitors and Sound" from the control panel. 2. In the resolution area of the monitors window, use the "Show" pull down menu. 3. Select "Show All." 4. Select the desired resolution. Note: If you select a resolution not supported by the internal LCD, the laptop screen is automatically disabled or will need to be manually disabled.
TView Gold User’s Guide Note: Newer PowerBook’s such as the 2400s and 3400s do not support dual monitor mode. When the TView Gold is connected to these models, it defaults to external monitor mode, and the PowerBook’s internal screen is turned off. When the TView Gold is connected to the PowerBook, and the PowerBook is initially turned on, it defaults to the dual monitor mode. To ensure that the PowerBook recognizes the second monitor, select "Monitors" from the control panel.
TView Gold User’s Guide Chapter 4 Tuning Your Television This chapter describes the methods you can use to tune the image on your television. Using Your Television’s Video Settings Picture quality varies from television to television. To obtain the clearest and sharpest picture from your television, it is important to spend some time adjusting the television’s video settings. The following are some suggestions for tuning the video output you see on the screen.
TView Gold User’s Guide Brightness The Brightness adjustment on the television adjusts the brightness levels of black areas of the picture. Raise or lower the brightness until the picture appears bright without a "blooming" effect. The sides of the picture should be straight, not curved or bowed. Color The color adjustment on the television adjusts the intensity of the colors in the picture. Adjust the color control until the picture is clear and has a minimal amount of "color-bleeding.
TView Gold User’s Guide Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter describes possible problems that you might encounter and ways to solve them. Problem No video from the TView Gold Possible Causes/Solutions • Check the connection from the computer’s video output port to the monitor in port at the rear of the TView Gold unit. • Check the connection from the comp video out port or S-Video out port to the input on your monitor or VCR. • Ensure that the TV or VCR is ON.
TView Gold User’s Guide TView Gold • Check the PAL/NTSC switch. If in North America, Central America and Japan see this for NTSC. For Europe and certain other countries see this for PAL. • Check and adjust vertical hold and horizontal hold controls on your TV/monitor. Flicker, or other Distortion on your screen • Use of a RF modulator may cause image quality problems. If at all possible, avoid those devices that convert the TView Gold signal into an antenna signal.
TView Gold User’s Guide failure TV or PC screens that have rolling waves etc.) • Possible bad or wrong power adapter being used. • Try another adapter or verify that you are using the correct one. Returning a Damaged or Failed TView Gold Unit To return a TView Gold unit, follow these steps: 1. Contact FOCUS Enhancements Technical Support at 1408-370-9963. A representative is available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST).
TView Gold User’s Guide FOCUS Enhancements ATTN: RMA# (Your RMA Number) 1370 Dell Avenue Campbell, CA 95008 FOCUS Enhancements will repair or replace your TView Gold within 5-15 working days. For units not covered under the 3 year warranty, or where the warranty has been voided, a minimum fee of $90.00.
