ET1612IUKS - Desktop computer ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	All-in-One Desktop Computer
Brand	ASUS
Model	ET1612IUKS
Dimensions (approx.)	Width: 38 cm, Height: 30 cm, Depth: 5 cm
Weight	Approximately 3.5 kg
Power Supply	External power adapter, 65 W
Display	15.6 inches, resolution 1366 x 768 pixels
Processor	Intel Celeron or Intel Atom (depending on version)
RAM	2 GB to 4 GB DDR3
Storage	Hard drive 500 GB - 1 TB
Operating System	Windows 8 (pre-installed)
Main Features	All-in-One computer with digital/analog TV tuner, DVD player, webcam, integrated speakers
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, Ethernet RJ45, USB 2.0/3.0 ports, HDMI, VGA, headphone/mic jack
TV Tuner	Analog and digital (DVB-T), compatible with cable and antenna
Remote Control	Included, infrared, with media and TV functions
Maintenance and Cleaning	Unplug the device before cleaning. Use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive products.
Safety	Do not expose to moisture, do not block ventilation openings, use only the provided adapter.
Spare Parts and Repairability	Hard drive and memory accessible via a panel. For other repairs, contact an ASUS authorized center.
General Information	Manual available in multiple languages at support.asus.com. 2-year warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions - ET1612IUKS ASUS

How to configure the TV tuner on the ASUS ET1612IUKS?

Open the ArcSoft TV 5.0 application from the desktop or by searching for "ArcSoft". Click on "Live TV" to launch the setup wizard. Select your country, then the tuner type (cable or antenna) and start channel search.

Can I record TV programs?

Yes, from the ArcSoft TV application, use the "Scheduling" function to plan a recording. The computer must be on. Available storage space limits the number of recordings.

How to use the remote control?

The infrared remote control allows controlling playback, volume, channels, and accessing Media Center functions. Point it towards the receiver located on the screen.

What to do if the remote control does not work?

Check the batteries, distance (max 5 m) and angle. Make sure no obstacle blocks the signal. If the problem persists, reset the device or contact ASUS.

Is the ASUS ET1612IUKS compatible with Windows 10?

Although shipped with Windows 8, it is possible to install Windows 10 if drivers are available. Check the ASUS website to verify compatibility.

How to clean the computer screen?

Turn off and unplug the device. Use a soft microfiber cloth slightly damp (water only). Never use chemical or abrasive cleaners.

Can I connect headphones or speakers?

Yes, the computer has a combined headphone jack (3.5 mm) for headphones or external speakers. You can also use Bluetooth for wireless audio devices.

How to access the TV program guide?

The electronic program guide is available only for digital channels. From the ArcSoft TV application, click the Guide button to display schedules.

What to do if the computer does not turn on?

Check that the power adapter is properly connected and the outlet works. Press the power button for 10 seconds to force a restart. If nothing happens, contact ASUS support.

Where to find drivers and manuals?

Go to support.asus.com, search for model ET1612IUKS and download the necessary drivers, manuals, and software.

USER MANUAL ET1612IUKS ASUS

Before launching your TV Tuner application, check if your digital TV-in or analog TV-in cable is connected.

Launching your TV Tuner Application

To launch ArcSoft TV 5.0 in Windows® 8, do one of the following:

From the Windows desktop, click the ArcSoft TV 5.0 icon.

NOTE: The ArcSoft TV desktop shortcut icon is not available for AIO ET2300.

• Click to launch the search screen for applications. Type "ArcSoft" in the search field and click the ArcSoft TV icon from the search results.

Setting up your TV Tuner Application

To set up ArcSoft TV 5.0:

1. On the main menu, click Live TV.

1. The Setup Wizard will launch to guide you through setting up your TV Tuner application. Select your country or region and click Next to continue.

1. The Setup Wizard will attempt to detect the installed TV Tuner device. Select the appropriate TV tuner card which came with your All-in-One PC.
2. Select the type of television service you use.
3. Select Cable TV for cable television.
4. Select Antenna TV for television received via an antenna.
5. Click Scan to begin scanning for available channels.
6. If your All-in-One PC came with both an analog and digital TV tuner, the Setup Wizard will prompt you to set up your second TV tuner.
7. Select Yes to set up the second TV Tuner.
8. Select No to complete the Setup Wizard.

1. Click Finish to complete the Setup Wizard.

Scheduling recordings of TV broadcasts

To schedule recordings of TV broadcasts:

1. On the main menu, click Schedule.

1. On the left panel, click Add.
2. Configure the following options:

Program Name - Channel Frequency - Start Date/Time - Specify the date/time of recording. Duration - Specify length of recording. - Shut down the computer when finished recording

1. Click Done to save settings and schedule recording.

NOTE: The All-in-One PC needs to be powered on to automatically record TV broadcasts.

1. To schedule additional recordings, repeat steps 1~4.

NOTE: The number of recordings you can schedule is limited by the available storage on your All-in-One PC.

Using the Entertainment Program Guide (EPG)

The EPG displays the time and TV programs playing on a specified channel and date.

NOTE: EPG is only available for All-in-One PCs with a digital TV tuner.

Using the Live TV Onscreen Controls

Home button

Click this icon to go to the Arcsoft TV 5.0 main menu.

2 TV/AV

Click this button to toggle between analog TV and digital TV.*

*This item is only available for All-in-One PCs with both an analog and digital TV tuner.

Take a screenshot

Click this button to take a screen capture of the video or media playing.

4 Record

Click this button to begin recording the television broadcast.

5 Pause

Click this button to pause recording or playback.

Volume Controls

Click this button to display onscreen volume controls to increase/decrease volume.

CH-/CH+

Click this button to increase or decrease the channel by one.

8 Add to Favorites

Click this button to add this channel to the Favorites list.

9 Favorites List

Click this button to display the list of saved Favorites.

Subtitles and Audio Tracks

Click this button to display the list of available subtitles and audio channels/tracks.

Using the Remote Control

Playback Buttons

Play

Starts playing media. If playback is paused, pressing this button begins playback from the current position.

Pause

Pauses media playback at the current position.

Stop

Stops playing media at the current position.

Record

Record the TV show to disk. If pressed while Live TV is on, records the current show. If pressed from the EPG screen, records a TV show or TV series to disk.

Fast Forward

Speeds up the playback of the media file to the first forward value (3X).

Rewind

Reverses direction of playback and speeds up the time base to the first rewind value (3X).

Skip Forward

Skipping forward one increment when this button is pressed.

Skip Back

Skipping backward one increment when this button is pressed.

Navigation Keys

Press the up/down keys to move through the menu bar in a submenu.

Press the up/down keys to decrease/increase a numerical value.

Press the left/right keys to move through the main menus in the Home screen.

Press the left/right keys to move through the items in a submenu.

Press OK to confirm the selection.

Start*

Takes the user to the Windows Media Center Start menu.

*This button is only available for All-in-One PCs installed with Windows Media Center.

4	Volume controls Press the (+) button to increase the volume by one unit. Press the (-) button to decrease the volume by one unit.
5	Back Moves back one position in the user interface,
6	Number keys
7	Clear Clear any entered user input.
8	Power on/off Press this button to put the All-in-One PC to sleep mode. Press a second time to wake up the system from sleep mode.
9	Media Center Buttons*
	Record TV Displays the Recorded TV page in Windows Media Center.
	Guide Displays the media guide in Windows Media Center.
	Live TV Shows live TV on the currently selected channel.
	DVD menu Displays the DVD menu.
	*These buttons are only available for All-in-One PCs installed with Windows Media Center.
10	Channel controls Increases/decreases the current channel by one.
11	Mute Mutes the computer audio.
12	Information Press to display information about the movie, video, or music.
13	Enter Press this button to select an option or input text.

Media Center Shortcut buttons

Displays the main Radio page in Windows Media Center.

Displays the Music Library in Windows Media Center.

Displays the Picture Library in Windows Media Center.

Displays the Video Library in Windows Media Center.

*These buttons are only available for All-in-One PCs installed with Windows Media Center.

Teletext buttons*

Press these buttons to access Teletext features when available.

*These buttons are only available for All-in-One PCs installed with Windows Media Center.

NOTE:

• To avail of Windows Media Center features, you can purchase a Windows 8 Media Center Pack separately.
• You can download a version of this manual in a different language at the ASUS support site at http://support.asus.com

All-in-OnePC

English

All-in-One PC TV

Quick guide

Select Yes (Ja) to install the second TV tuner. Select No (Nej) to complete the installation guide.

9 Favorites list

Press this button to display the list of saved favorite channels.

10 Subtitles and audio tracks

Shut down the computer when finished

Using the program guide (EPG = Electronic Program Guide)

Shows the main page for radio in Windows Media Center.

6 Volume adjustment

Press this button to adjust the volume.

CH-/CH+

Press this button to change the channel.

8 Favorites

Press this button to add this channel to favorites.

9 Paused

Press this button to display the selected list.

10 Subtitles and Audio Tracks

Press this button to display available subtitles and audio channels/tracks.

All-in-One PC

Using the DY button

6

Play/Pause button

Play

Starts playback of the file. If playback is paused, pressing this button resumes playback from the current position.

Pause

Pauses playback at the current position.

Stop

Stops playback.

Record

Records the current program. If pressed while viewing a program, records the current program. If pressed on the EPG screen, records the program on the disk.

Fast forward

Fast forward (3X) playback.

Rewind

Rewind (3X) playback.

Forward

Increases the fast forward speed.

Backward

Increases the rewind speed.

Navigation keys

Use the Up/Down keys for navigation in the menu.

Use the Up/Down keys to increase/decrease the volume.

Use the Left/Right keys for navigation in the main menu.

Use the Left/Right keys to navigate through the menu items.

Press OK to confirm the selection.

Nyc

Press the button to launch Windows Media Center.

* This button is available only on a computer with Windows Media Center.

All-in-One PC

14 Hotkeys

Displays the Media Center start page in Windows Media Center.

Displays the Music page in Windows Media Center.

Displays the Pictures page in Windows Media Center.

Displays the Videos page in Windows Media Center.

* These buttons are available only on a computer with Windows Media Center.

Hotkey for Teletext*

Use these buttons to access teletext functions, if available.

* These buttons are available only on a computer with Windows Media Center.

NOTE:

- To use the Windows Media Center functions, you can purchase Windows 8 Media Center separately. The user manual in other languages can be downloaded from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com

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Quick Guide

Setting the Digital/Analog TV tuner