Nvidia DualTV, User Manual

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Use the decoder checkup utility to ensure the Decoder is installed and has priority if
other third-party decoders are installed.
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When you have gone through these steps, try to play back DVD video within Media
Player 10 or Windows XP Media Center Edition.
15. What can I try if I get poor TV reception from my NVIDIA
DualTV when using an antenna to receive over-the-air TV
broadcasts?
Answer
If you experience choppy playback because of weak signal reception, please make
sure the antenna is placed far away from the PC to avoid signal interference. An
amplified antenna may also provide better results. If you live in an area surrounded
by tall buildings or hills, an outdoor antenna may be required.
16. I would like to download my home movies from my
camcorder or VCR and make a DVD to share with my
family. How can I do that?
Answer
You can use Microsoft Movie Maker (which comes with MCE), or Sonic MyDVD
version 6.1.1 (or later). Connect your camcorder or VCR to the NVIDIA DualTV
tuner card—use the
SVID1/AUD1
connections on the bracket of the card if you do
not also have a set-top box connected, or SVID2/AUD2 connections if you do have
a set-top box connected. You may then use the above application software to
capture, edit, and archive your video.
NVIDIA recommends that you use this software to capture video. However,
technically you can connect a VCR to view live or recorded programs or make
instant or timer-based recording on MCE
itself . In this case, you need to have an
MCE-compatible remote/receiver connected and the respective driver loaded in
order to complete MCE setup
as if the VCR you are connecting is a set-top box.
Note that, however, MCE does not actually control the VCR via the IR blaster. You
have to manually set the channel on the VCR.
Consult the NVIDIA DualTV Web pages for additional information for capturing
or editing your home video with NVIDIA DualTV.