Hardware Setup
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Identifying the hardware
Setup components
Unpack your TV tuner. In addition to the items provided with the
TV Tuner, you will also need the following items (purchased
separately):
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Computer with a Windows Vista operating system and
required computer equipment (such as an AC adapter).
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A working Internet connection (required for features such as
scheduling recordings and accessing the Program Guide).
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A working TV signal source (either a digitally broadcast
ATSC signal or a cable/satellite signal). Your TV source may
also require a cable or satellite set-top box.
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An RF coaxial cable (purchased separately) for a wall
connection.
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A television (optional).
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S-Video and audio-out Y cables or optional media cable
(compatible with select models only) if connecting a
television.
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Additional cables (composite video or S-Video) for some
advanced connections or to facilitate your cable length
requirements.