HP Digital Entertainment Center User’s Guide
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Before You Begin ..............................1 Connecting Audio ........................... 33 Welcome........................................................... 1 Benefits and Features .......................................... 2 Audio Overview .................................34 Functional Overview ............................ 3 Front Panel ........................................................ 3 Memory Card Reader ......................................... 5 Back Panel.............................
Connecting Video Out..................... 57 Video Out Overview ...........................58 Video Out Connection Overview ........................ 58 Video Out Connectors....................................... 59 Component Video Settings................................. 60 TV Display Overview ........................................ 60 Audio and Video Switching Overview................. 61 Using the Remote Control with Your TV ............... 61 Typical Video Out Connections ............
Peripheral Connection Overview ...... 114 Typical Network Connections ........... 116 Connecting the Wireless Network Antenna ......................................... 117 Connecting a DSL/Cable Modem....... 119 Connecting Through a Router ........... 120 USB Device Connection ..................... 121 Digital Still Camera......................................... 121 Other USB Devices ......................................... 122 Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive ...................................
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ...... 175 Safeguarding Recorded TV programs................ 175 Before Replacing the Hard Disk Drive................ 175 Removing the Hard Disk Drive.......................... 176 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive.......................... 177 Index ...........................................
Before You Begin Welcome Use other entertainment equipment — like a TV, AV receiver, satellite receiver, and digital camera — with the HP Digital Entertainment Center to create an integrated system. Access all of your TV programs, videos, pictures, music CDs, and DVDs using Microsoft® Media Center software and the remote control. This User’s Guide helps you to set up the HP Digital Entertainment Center to use with your audio/video system.
Benefits and Features Benefits ■ Complete home digital entertainment solution for your living room. ■ Burn your audio CDs to your hard disk drive to create an easy-to-use music jukebox. ■ Watch, pause, and replay live TV on one channel while recording another (select models only). ■ Listen to your collection of MP3 and AAC music. ■ Burn picture slide shows to CD or DVD.
Functional Overview Front Panel The following illustration shows a typical HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel. Your model might not have all features. AV Inputs Media info display HP Personal Media Drive Bay Before You Begin CD/DVD USB and card readers Front panel Item Function Comments On/Standby (power) button and LED Push to turn on. Push for standby. Press and hold button 4 seconds to turn off.
Item (continued) Function HP Digital Entertainment Center SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO EED 2.0 MMC / SD SmartMedia / xD SPEED SB 2.0 CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO KEYBOARD CONNECT FRONT INPUT Comments 9-in-1 memory card readers SmartMedia/xD, MMC/SD, CompactFlash I/II, Microdrive, MS/MS-Pro USB 2.0 (2) Card readers behind lower right door LED: Green (with media inserted) Off (no media inserted) See “Memory Card Reader” on page 5.
Memory Card Reader The HP Digital Entertainment Center 9-in-1 card readers are on the front panel, located behind a door for quick transfer of digital photos and other digital content. Four horizontal card slots accept memory cards. An in-use light-emitting diode (LED) indicates card reader activity when the HP Digital Entertainment Center is reading or writing data. Wait until the LED stops blinking before removing media.
Back Panel The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel. (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Item (continued) OPTICAL Type Color Supported format Digital Audio Out Optical Gray S/PDIF High Definition Multimedia Interface Out (HDMI) with audio Type-A HDMI 19-pin Silver/black Digital: 480i/p, 780i/p, 1080i/p panning depending on display size VGA Out 15-pin D-sub Blue Analog: Up to 2048 x 1536 with panning depending on display size Component Video Out (Not all modes support DVD playback due to content protection.
Item (continued) VIDEO S-VIDEO CABLE/ANT.
Cleaning the HP Digital Entertainment Center The HP Digital Entertainment Center is a high-quality device that requires special care when cleaning. To clean the HP Digital Entertainment Center, follow these steps: 1 Turn off the HP Digital Entertainment Center and connected equipment. 2 Unplug the HP Digital Entertainment Center from the wall outlet before cleaning. 3 Use a soft dry cloth for dusting. 4 Use a clean cloth dampened with warm water to wipe it clean.
Keyboard The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center wireless keyboard. Left, right mouse button TrackBall The following table shows the wireless keyboard features and function keys from left to right. Icon Item Description On/Standby Turns HP Digital Entertainment Center on, when in standby. Places HP Digital Entertainment Center in standby.
Icon Item Description Maximize Maximizes the Media Center application. Media Center Starts Media Center. Previous Selects previous media track. Play Plays media. Pause Pauses media. Next Selects next media track. Vol – Decreases speaker volume. Vol + Increases speaker volume. Mute Turns speaker sound on and off. Trackball Moves cursor on screen.
n The Internet, E-mail, and Messenger buttons can be reconfigured to open a Web site or software program. See “Configuring the Keyboard Buttons” on page 150. Refer to the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide. Wireless Keyboard Operation Your HP Digital Entertainment Center includes a wireless keyboard that uses a built-in receiver/transmitter instead of a connector cable to communicate.
Replacing the Keyboard Batteries Keep spare batteries on hand. Battery life will vary with the use of the system. 3 Replace the battery cover. 2 Insert four AA batteries (alkaline). Make sure the battery positive and negative ends are inserted correctly. 4 Make sure the HP Digital Entertainment Center is powered on. 5 Test the keyboard. ■ The keyboard is set to connect to the HP Digital Entertainment Center automatically. 6 If the keyboard does not operate: a Check the battery orientation.
Remote Control Remote Control Buttons (Features and location may vary. Refer to the specific documentation for other remote controls.) A Quick Resume (Standby) Puts the HP Digital Entertainment Center into and out of a reducedpower state. It does not turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center off. B DVD Menu Opens Play DVD window in Media Center or opens the main menu of a DVD movie, if available. C Music Starts My Music. MUSIC D Radio Starts FM Radio.
DVD MENU TV AF B Q C R RADIO MUSIC PICTURESVIDEOS D RECORD PLAY STOP E REW F G H J K W Displays available information about a selected media file and displays more information and options. Y OK Selects the desired action or window option. It acts as the Enter key. In full-screen mode, press OK to return to the last channel you were watching. X Y Z CH/PG AB AD AE FWD SKIP OK Up (+) and down (–) change the TV channel or move pages up and down, depending on available options.
Remote Control Operation Use the remote control to open the Media Center program; view TV, record TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video. See “Using the Remote Control” in the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide for detailed instructions on using the features of the remote control. On /Standby LED To use the remote control, just point it at the HP Digital Entertainment Center and press a button.
Safety Information Read Instructions before installing or operating your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Follow the instructions provided. Heed all safety warnings and notes. Chapter Contents: “AC Power Safety Warnings” on page 17 Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide for additional safety information. w Please read this important safety information. w ■ Do not open top cover. ■ Risk of electric shock. ■ No user-serviceable parts inside top cover.
Never pull on the cord. Disconnect the HP Digital Entertainment Center by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the power outlet. Never disconnect the HP Digital Entertainment Center by pulling the cord. Install your HP Digital Entertainment Center near an outlet that you can easily reach. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk on the cord. Use surge protection.
This chapter provides information on your system and describes how to connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to your audio/video (AV) equipment in detail. You may find connection details that won’t be in the basic Start Here booklet. The Start Here booklet and the TV/Display Setup Guide work with this User’s Guide. Use the Start Here booklet and then the TV/Display Setup Guide before you read this chapter. You may find the information you need there.
System Audio/Video Connections System Integration The HP Digital Entertainment Center incorporates many functions into one unit: ■ An Internet connection through a wireless or wired network, using an Internet service provider (sold separately), allows the HP Digital Entertainment Center to access the Television Program Guide and Internet content sources.
Installation Overview The following illustration shows the audio and video signal routed from the satellite or cable receiver source to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, then through an AV receiver to your TV: TV Source Audio Video AV Cable In Set-top-box Infrared Transmitter Internet UHF Antenna DSL/Cable Modem or Wireless Router Download TV Program Guide VHF Antenna Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Network Data HDTV (ATSC) and/or NTSC Over-the-air Digital Signal TV Source In Infrared Trans
System Diagram Back Panel (Configurations may vary.) Surround Back Left Cable From Wall Center Surround Left Front Left Surround Right Front Right FM Antenna Surround Back Right Subwoofer Roof Antenna WiFi Antenna VHF Cable Antenna or Satellite Set-top box 1 Speakers NOTE: 5.1 systems do not include “Surr. Back” connections. UHF Antenna AV RECEIVER IN Audio In 7.1 Multichannel Pr Center S-Video Video OUT TV IN Pb Digital Y Surr.
Installation Overview Front Panel (Configurations may vary.) The following illustration shows a typical HP Digital Entertainment Center system front panel installation: Power On HP Personal Media Drive CD/DVD Player/Recorder On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center FRONT INPUT KEYBOARD CONNECT S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R DV IN SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 HEADPHONES MIC IN HEADPHONES MIC IN HI SPEED USB 2.
Installation Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of your HP Digital Entertainment Center: w An open-back is required for adequate cooling when installing your HP Digital Entertainment Center in an AV cabinet. ■ Keep your HP Digital Entertainment Center in a well-ventilated area, away from excessive light, heat, or moisture. ■ Keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions such as equipment or papers. The HP Digital Entertainment Center automatically turns off if it gets too hot.
Installation Overview Placement and Ventilation Requirements Cabinet Front IMPORTANT: Use an open cabinet or shelves for best operation of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Do not cover vents on top, back and sides of the unit. If you choose to use a cabinet with front doors, you must leave the doors open when the HP Digital Entertainment Center is powered on. . w Failure to follow these ventilation requirements could cause the HP Digital Entertainment Center to malfunction.
Cabinet Back The back of the AV cabinet should be open for best operation. Back View If the AV cabinet has a back, the back must have a hole behind the HP Digital Entertainment Center, for air circulation, with a minimum open area of 19 inches (48.3 cm) wide by 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) high. See the following illustration. 19"W minimum Cabinet 2" minimum 6.5"H minimum 1" minimum HP Digital Entertainment Center 1" minimum NOTE: These clearances are required for proper ventilation.
Follow the steps in the Start Here booklet to set up the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Most of the hardware devices such as the monitor and printer can be connected at the back panel of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Some peripheral devices, such as a digital video camera, can be plugged into the connectors on the back panel or the front panel (behind lower doors) of the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
5 Connect the TV Source 1 In and TV Source 2 In cables. See “Typical TV Source Connections” on page 78. a Connect the Cable/Antenna In. b Connect the Source 1 In audio/video cables to cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 1. c Connect the Source 2 In audio/video cables to cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 2 (select models only). HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time” on page 128.
Inventory Name HP Digital Entertainment Center unit Picture Installation Overview The following items are supplied with the HP Digital Entertainment Center: Description See “Functional Overview” on page 3. On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center Keyboard See “Keyboard” on page 10. Remote control See “Remote Control” on page 14. Cables See “Cables Included” on page 30. FM antenna Antenna for FM radio, 75-ohm coaxial. See “FM Radio Antenna” on page 56.
Cables Included Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with the following cables. Cable Name Description Stereo RCA, red and white ends. Used for Audio Out. HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface digital video out and audio out. Connect to HDMI input of the HDTV- capable TV or monitor. DVI-D to HDMI Adapter Connect to DVI input of the HDTV- capable TV or monitor to the HDMI Out on the Digital Entertainment Center. Coaxial digital audio S/PDIF. Used for Digital Audio Out.
You might need the following extra cables (these items are sold separately). Cable Name Max quantity Description Stereo and Video (Composite) 4 RCA: Red, white, yellow ends. Used for TV Source In connector. Stereo 8 RCA: Red and white ends. Used for Audio In/Out connectors. Component video 1 RCA: Red, blue, and green ends. Used for progressive scan component video. S-video 4 Y/C, 4-pin. Plug cable into an S-video connector such as S-video Video Out or TV Source In connector.
Additional equipment You must have the following items to set up and properly operate your HP Digital Entertainment Center and system (these items are sold separately): ■ ■ Broadband Internet equipment such as: ■ Cable/DSL modem (working connection required for Media Center features, such as downloading the Television Program Guide) ■ Wireless LAN 802.
Connecting Audio The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. This chapter describes the most typical, and some advanced, audio setup options for connecting Audio Out and Audio In. To connect TV Source In audio and video, see “Connecting TV Source In” on page 71. Your system may have different components. Speakers, AV receivers, and other equipment are sold separately. Refer to the product documentation for these products.
Audio Overview Audio Output Connectors Digital Audio Out Audio Out AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Sound Connector Jacks The audio connectors are RCA-type jacks that connect from the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV, powered speakers, or an AV receiver. The HP Digital Entertainment Center does not have Digital Audio In connections. n If your audio equipment has multiple input and output connections, then it has front panel input and output switches. You must select the correct input and output from the audio equipment front panel or remote control to hear sound and see video.
Speaker Configurations You can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported audio configurations: Speaker system Home audio system description 2 (stereo) Two speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Recommended arrangement See: “2.0 Home Stereo Installation” on page 41 TV Display Or Front left speaker 2.1 Two speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Front right speaker “2.1 Powered Speakers” on page 49 “2.
Home audio system description 6.1 Two front speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Two side speakers: Surround left speaker, surround right speaker Recommended arrangement TV Display Subwoofer Center speaker Front left speaker Front right speaker One rear surround back speaker One center speaker One subwoofer 7.
Typical Audio Connection Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system.
TV Audio Connection You can connect your TV, monitor, or display audio directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center for two-speaker sound. If your TV has multiple inputs, you can use your TV as a switch for audio and video. Connecting TV Audio Refer to the Start Here booklet that came with the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
AV Receiver Audio Connection You can connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to your home stereo or home theater multichannel AV receivers or audio amplifiers using your existing speakers. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. See: “2.0 Home Stereo Installation” on page 41 n You can also connect video through your AV receiver or to your TV directly. “2.1 Home Stereo Installation” on page 42 “4.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 43 “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 44 “7.
2.0 Home Stereo Installation The following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.0) speaker installation that uses passive stereo speakers connected through a home stereo standard left and right input. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. AV receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be labeled CD, DVD, or DVD In. AUDIO IN L R AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.
2.1 Home Stereo Installation The following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.1) speaker installation that uses passive stereo speakers connected through a home stereo standard left and right input. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. Use this configuration for multichannel AV receivers that only left and right audio inputs.
4.1 Home Theater Audio The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio four-channel 4/4.1 speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on a receiver/amplifier. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. n Some AV receivers generate the subwoofer output without a subwoofer input; in this case, you do not need to connect the subwoofer output from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation.
5.1 Home Theater Audio The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio six-channel (5.1) speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on an AV receiver. n This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. Use this configuration for 6.1 and 7.1 AV receivers that upmix the rear speaker(s). Use the 2.1 configuration for 5.1 AV receivers that have only left and right inputs. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation.
7.1 Home Theater Audio The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio eight-channel (7.1) speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on an AV receiver. AV receiver audio input connectors may be labeled Surround, 7.1 or 8 Channel inputs, DVD, Ext. In, or Multichannel Inputs. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. If your AV receiver supports 7.1 and has only 5.1 inputs, see “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 44.
Digital Home Theater Audio The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports digital audio output. ■ ■ For TV and music: two-channel stereo. (Your AV receiver may separate the audio signal into multiple channels.) For DVD playback: the multiple channel Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS Digital encoded audio signal passes to your AV receiver for decoding. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. You can connect either the coaxial or the optical digital audio cable, depending on your system.
Recommended DIGITAL AUDIO IN Coaxial for best digital audio experience Optical 5.1 Channel AV Receiver Choose one CENTER Y FRONT 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN Connecting Audio SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT AUDIO OUT CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L R Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Powered Speaker Audio Connection You can connect active (powered) speakers directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. You may need Y adapter cables (sold separately). Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. See: “2.1 Powered Speakers” on page 49 “4.1 Powered Speakers” on page 50 “5.1 Powered Speakers” on page 51 “7.1 Powered Speakers” on page 52 You can also use a digital connection.
2.1 Powered Speakers To connect simple left/right stereo (2.0) active speakers: Or To connect two speakers and a subwoofer for 2.1 speaker output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 2 Connect the female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end cable (sold separately) to the Front Right and Front Left Audio Out connectors on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. of the Y adapter cable to the Audio Line In cable of the speaker amplifier. 3 Plug in the speaker system power.
4.1 Powered Speakers To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 speaker) output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 2 Connect the female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end cables (sold separately) to the Audio Out connectors Front Right, Front Left, Surround Right, and Surround Left on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the speaker amplifier. 3 Plug in the speaker system power.
5.1 Powered Speakers To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for six-channel (5.1 speaker) output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 2 Connect the female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end cables (sold separately) to the Audio Out connectors Front Right, Front Left, Surround Right, Surround Left, and Center on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the speaker amplifier.
7.1 Powered Speakers You can install a 7.1 audio system to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. 3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, two surround back speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for eight-channel (7.1 speaker) output: 4 Turn on the speaker system. speaker documentation.
Digital Powered Speakers You can install a digital audio system with up to two front speakers, two surround speakers, two surround back speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. n Do not connect analog multichannel speaker outputs if you connect the digital output. Some powered speakers can generate (upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 input channels. Refer to your product documentation.
Monitor Speakers You can connect powered monitor speakers directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. n You may need Y adapter cables. You can: ■ Monitor speaker configurations and connections may vary. Your system may be different. Connect simple left/right stereo 2.0 powered monitor speakers. Or ■ Connect two powered speakers and a subwoofer for 2.1 monitor speaker output. Monitor Audio Out AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.
Audio Out Connections You can connect your existing home stereo or home theater audio equipment to your HP Digital Entertainment Center using the Audio Out stereo connectors on the back panel. The following diagram shows a typical Audio Out stereo connection. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. Subwoofer IN AC AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.
FM Radio Antenna The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes an FM radio tuner. To connect the FM radio antenna: 1 Plug the FM radio antenna cable into the FM (Tuner) In connector on the back panel (75-Ohm Coaxial). The following diagram shows typical FM antenna connections: 2 You may want to extend the ends of the cable to ■ improve your FM radio signal reception. Indoor antenna Or ■ Rooftop antenna (sold separately) This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different.
Connecting Video Out This chapter describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV or display monitor, so you can watch TV and view the screen. It includes the most typical, and some advanced, video output options. You must have a display such as a TV or monitor connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. HP Digital Entertainment Centers support many different video options, connections, and configurations of TVs and monitors.
Video Out Overview Video Out Connection Overview The back panel connector that you hook up to your TV is labeled Video Out. Choose a Video Out connector and corresponding cable that attaches to the back of your TV: Standard definition television: ■ Component (Y, Pb, Pr) High definition capable plasma, LCD, or HDTV display: ■ Component (Y, Pb, Pr) ■ VGA ■ HDMI VGA ■ HDMII For component video, see “Component Video Settings” on page 60.
Video Out Connectors (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Component Video Settings You must configure settings to view component video on your TV properly. Component video output requires specific configurations for certain display types and resolutions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support and select your model number for instructions on using component video. Overview You must change the default desktop resolution of 800 x 600 to 640 x 480 for the best DVD playback and Media Center experience. A resolution of 800 x 600 is best for Windows desktop dialog boxes.
Audio and Video Switching Overview AV receiver: You can use your AV receiver as a switch to direct the video to your TV and the audio to your speakers from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. This method gives you the best audio quality, and is easy to switch audio/video inputs though your AV receiver remote. If your AV receiver has multiple input and output connections, then it has front panel input and output switches.
Typical Video Out Connections This section describes how to hook up the Video Out connectors on the back panel of the HP Digital Entertainment Center into your home system so you can watch TV. These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system.
Video Out to TV Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your TV, you can use your TV as an audio/video switch and control inputs though your TV remote. Connectors: Choose a Video Out connector and corresponding cable that attaches to the back of your TV: Standard definition TV High definition display Component Component Configuration: You can adjust the TV display, after initial turn on, using the Media Center software. See “Initial Configuration” on page 127.
. TV IN Component* * NOTE: Not recommended for initial setup. AUDIO AUDIO OUT OUT WIRELESS LAN 802.11 802.11 a/b/g WIRELESS LAN a/b/g AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L LL CENTER CENTER FRONT FRONT YY REMOVABLE ANTENNA REMOVABLE ANTENNA ACTIVITY ACTIVITY LINK LINK LL PbPb TVTV SOURCE SOURCE1 1IN IN R R CABLE/ANT. IN FM IN IN CABLE/ANT.
Video Out from AV Receiver to TV Switching: Switch audio and video through your AV receiver if your AV receiver switches video and has the correct connections. This method gives you the best audio quality, and you can easily switch audio/video inputs through your AV receiver remote.
. TV IN Component* *NOTE: Not recommended for initial setup. AV RECEIVER IN AV RECEIVER OUT Component* AUDIO OUT *NOTE: CENTER Not recommended for initial setup. WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L AV Receiver FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Video Out to Monitor Equipment: The monitor and some cables may not be included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See the documentation that came with your monitor. Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your monitor, you can use your monitor as an audio/ video switch. You will probably not be able to use a remote control as a switch.
Video Out to TV and Monitor Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your TV or monitor, you can use your TV or monitor as an audio/video switch. You can use a TV remote control to switch inputs. If your AV receiver switches video and has the correct connections, you can connect your TV or monitor through your AV receiver.
. MONITOR IN TV IN VGA HDMI Component Choose one AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
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This chapter describes how to connect TV source input from a set-top box such as a cable box or satellite receiver to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Infrared Transmitter cable installation is also included. You connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to an existing setup for your TV signal source. This chapter includes the most typical, and some advanced, input options.
TV Source Overview TV Signal Source Overview You must connect a TV signal to the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. You can attach standard, analog NTSC TV and high-definition, digital HDTV ATSC sources. The back panel TV Source connectors are: ■ TV Source 1 In ■ TV Source 2 In ■ Cable/Antenna In (NTSC) RF ■ HDTV/SDTV Ant. In (ATSC) RF antenna n An ATSC tuner that supports high-definition TV is included with select HP Digital Entertainment Center models only.
If your HP Digital Entertainment Center includes an optional HDTV/SDTV Ant. In tuner card and dual NTSC tuner card configuration, you can view and record ATSC channels. Media Center supports over-the-air ATSC digital TV. Over-the-air ATSC digital TV requires a UHF/VHF antenna (sold separately) to receive the digital signal. Your location must be within an HDTV ATSC broadcast area. The ATSC high-definition DTV (Digital TV) source back panel connector is as follows: ■ HDTV/SDTV Ant.
Additional HDTV Information What is HDTV? HDTV (High-definition Television) is the highest quality DTV standard. HDTV provides increased picture detail (720p, 1080i) with a widescreen16:9 aspect ratio and higher quality audio such as surround sound, on a display that supports digital TV. HDTV/SDTV Ant. In is the connector on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center that you connect the ATSC signal to. SDTV (Standard-definition Television) is the lowest quality DTV standard.
Your standard television set-top box has one or more of the following video output connectors and cables: ■ Coaxial (RF) ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video Do not switch video types such as connecting S-video In to TV Source 1 and Composite Video In to TV Source 2 or a Coaxial In and a Composite Out. Not all set-top boxes and AV receivers support signal conversion.
TV Source Connectors (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
TV SOURCE 1 R Connector Type Color Audio TV Source 1 In RCA jacks White: Left Cable Connecting TV Source In Item L Red: Right AUDIO VIDEO RCA jack Yellow S-video (4-pin) TV Source 1 In Y/C video Analog 4-pin Black Cable/Antenna In With internal splitter to dual-tuners Coaxial Silver Audio TV Source 2 In (Select models only) RCA jacks White: Left S-video TV Source 2 In (select models only) Y/C video Analog 4-pin Black HDTV/SDTV Ant.
Typical TV Source Connections These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system: TV source type Antenna NTSC cable and ATSC antenna NTSC digital cable or satellite and ATSC antenna 78 Display/video configuration Connector See: Standard NTSC from UHF/VHF antenna Cable/Ant. In “Antenna (NTSC)” on page 80 HDTV ATSC from UHF/VHF antenna HDTV/SDTV Ant.
Display/video configuration NTSC cable NTSC satellite NTSC and ATSC digital cable or satellite Connector See: Cable directly from the wall (without a cable TV set-top box or digital cable receiver) Cable/Ant. In “Cable Only (NTSC)” on page 88 One cable TV set-top box or digital cable receiver TV Source 1 In Or Cable/Ant.
Antenna Connection (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) Antenna (NTSC) : If you are using a NTSC UHF/VHF broadcast television antenna (sold separately) with no cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver, do the following to connect the TV signal source: 1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from Roof TV Antenna VHF Antenna CABLE/ANT. IN your external or internal TV antenna into the Cable/Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
: To connect an HDTV signal source to your HP Digital Entertainment Center, do the following: 1 Connect a coaxial cable from your UHF/VHF antenna into the HDTV/SDTV Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Roof Antenna VHF Antenna HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN ATSC TUNER UHF Antenna 2 Turn the connector to tighten it. Cable From Wall Coaxial AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT WIRELESS LAN OUT 802.
Antenna (NTSC and ATSC) If you are using a VHF and UHF broadcast television antenna (sold separately) with no cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver, do the following to connect the NTSC and ATSC TV signal source to your HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Install a splitter (provided) as shown in the following illustration (select models only). Connect the splitter input to the antenna (outdoor shown). 2 Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs.
Cable Connection Cable (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) . To connect standard cable without a set-top box and a HDTV/SDTV Ant. In input to your HP Digital Entertainment Center, do the following to connect the NTSC and ATSC TV signal sources: 1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from Roof Antenna VHF Antenna UHF Antenna CABLE/ANT. IN your TV cable (wall) into the Cable/Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. DUAL TUNER Cable From Wall 2 Turn the connector to tighten it.
One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) To connect a standard set-top box (sold separately) and an HDTV/SDTV Ant. In input to your HP Digital Entertainment Center using a standard set-top box, satellite receiver, or digital cable receiver with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your cable TV source (wall) is plugged into the set-top box or digital cable receiver In connector.
Roof TV Antenna Cable Wall VHF Antenna Coaxial UHF Antenna OUT Set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter Choose one Video S-video Coaxial TV Source 1 Coaxial AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO 75Ω COAXIAL DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Two Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) You must have two identical set-top boxes — such as two digital cable receivers, two satellite receivers, or two cable TV boxes (sold separately) — from the same TV source and the HP Digital Entertainment Center dual-tuner option (select models only) to set this up. This configuration will allow you to watch live TV on one channel and record another channel at the same time.
7 Connect the set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter cable 8 Connect the set-top box 2 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. Connecting TV Source In (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. .
Cable Only (NTSC) If you are using a standard cable without a set-top box or digital cable receiver, do the following to connect the NTSC-only TV signal source: 1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from CABLE/ANT. IN your TV cable (wall) into the Cable/Ant connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. This connection supplies the TV signal source for both TV tuners. DUAL TUNER 2 Turn the connector to tighten it. . Cable Wall AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.
Connect the NTSC TV signal source from the standard cable TV set-top box or digital cable receiver (sold separately) into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. If you are using a standard set-top box or digital cable receiver with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your cable TV source (wall) is plugged into the set-top box or digital cable receiver In connector.
. Cable From Wall Coaxial OUT Set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter Choose one Video S-video Coaxial TV Source 1 AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV // SDTV ANT. HDTV ANT.
You must have two identical set-top boxes, such as two digital cable receivers or two cable TV boxes (sold separately), from the same TV source and the HP Digital Entertainment Center dual-tuner option (select models only) to set this up. This configuration will allow you to watch live TV on one channel and record another channel at the same time. Connect the TV signal source from each set-top box or digital cable receiver into each of the HP Digital Entertainment Center tuner’s TV Source 1 and TV Source 2.
6 Connect the set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter cable 7 Connect the set-top box 2 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. .
Satellite Connection One Satellite Receiver (NTSC) Connect the TV signal source from the satellite receiver into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. If you are using a satellite receiver (sold separately) with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your dish source is plugged into the satellite receiver In connector. 2 Connect a video cable.
. Satellite Receiver Coaxial Infrared Transmitter OUT Choose one Video S-video AUDIO OUT TV Source 1 WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L Coaxial CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV// SDTV ANT. HDTV ANT.
Connecting TV Source In Two Satellite Receivers (NTSC) You must have two identical satellite receivers from the same source and the HP Digital Entertainment Center dual-tuner option (select models only) to set this up. This configuration will allow you to watch live TV on one channel and record another channel at the same time. Connect the TV signal source from each satellite receiver into each HP Digital Entertainment Center tuner.
6 Connect the satellite receiver 1 Infrared Transmitter 7 Connect the satellite receiver 2 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. . Source 1 Coaxial (RF) Source 2 Satellite Receiver 2 Satellite Receiver 1 Infrared Transmitter VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT NOTE: Connect same set-top box only Choose one Video AUDIO OUT Video S-video S-video WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.
Infrared Transmitter Overview The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes Infrared Transmitters that make it easy to control one or two set-top boxes. If you connect a set-top box such as a digital cable box or a satellite receiver to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, then you must also use the Infrared (IR) Transmitter control cable.
Set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA ACTIVITY LINK L Pb TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R AUDIO R SUB WOOFER VIDEO 75Ω COAXIAL DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN HDTV IN HDTV// SDTV SDTV ANT. ANT.
If you have a cable TV receiver, satellite receiver, or other set-top box that controls your TV signal, connect the Infrared Transmitter sensor: 1 Route the Infrared Transmitter cable from the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the cable TV, digital cable, or satellite receiver set-top box. 2 Locate the IR remote receiver area on the front of the set-top box. This is where you aim the set-top box remote control to change channels, change the sound level, and so on.
The following illustration shows the Infrared Transmitter installation. Cable or Satellite Set-top box Attach to IR window Remove tape Infrared Transmitter AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Connecting Video Equipment This chapter describes how to connect video playback and recording equipment to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Equipment includes VCRs and camcorders. This chapter also includes the most typical, and some advanced, options. The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different video input and audio/video output options and connections. Your system may have different components.
Video Equipment Overview Connectors (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Video Equipment Connection Overview ■ Coaxial (RF) ■ Composite ■ S-video The type of video cable you need depends on your video equipment: ■ ■ If your video equipment has an S-video jack, you need an S-video cable. An S-video cable provides separate color and black-and-white image signals and delivers a sharper image than a composite video cable does. If your video equipment has a composite video jack, you need a composite video cable.
Typical Video Equipment Connections This section describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to an existing setup of your video equipment. These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different.
VCR Connection VCR Direct In Connection You can connect a VCR to record your tapes to the HP Digital Entertainment Center hard disk drive. n The HP Digital Entertainment Center is intended for legal purposes only. Some retail VHS tapes have content protection measures that do not allow recording. VCR NOTE: Do not connect audio cables if connecting coaxial cable. AUDIO OUT Choose one Video CENTER S-video WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.
Wall to VCR to TV Using Coaxial Cable 1 Remove the coaxial cable at the input to the VCR. 2 Connect the coaxial cable to the input of a signal splitter (available at electronics stores). Cable From Wall 3 Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs. 4 Connect one coaxial cable to the input of the VCR. 5 Connect one coaxial cable to the TV Source 1 in Coaxial back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 6 Connect a coaxial cable from the VCR out to one of the TV inputs.
Splitter 2 Way Splitter Coaxial Wall Coaxial VCR Coaxial TV Coaxial TV IN 2 TV IN 1 AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Wall Coaxial Set-top box CABLE IN CABLE OUT Infrared Transmitter Coaxial Splitter 2 Way Splitter Coaxial VCR VCR IN VCR OUT Coaxial TV Coaxial TV IN 2 TV IN 1 AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Video Camera Connection Refer to the HP support Web site for detailed information on advanced video setup. Go to http://www.hp.com/support and select your model number. See “HP Web Site Support” on page 171. Connectors: Procedure: Use the 4-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the front or 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the back panel of the HP Digital Entertainment Center to connect a digital video camera. This connector is bi-directional.
. On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center DV IN 4-Pin FireWire Cable (IEEE 1394) Digital Video Camcorder Connect a digital video camcorder (front panel) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Recognizing the digital video camcorder If the HP Digital Entertainment Center does not recognize your digital video camera: “Initial Configuration” on page 127. 5 Click the plus sign (+) next to imaging devices. If the 2 Click Start, and then click Control Panel. name of the camera appears under imaging devices the device is ready. If the name is not there, try the following: 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, ■ Click Action, and then Scan for hardware changes.
Connecting an Analog Camcorder Connecting an analog camera for video input (capture) To connect an analog video camera: Connectors: When connecting an analog video camera for input to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 1 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center, and wait for the desktop to appear. See “Initial Configuration” on page 127.
Connecting the Network The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different network options, connections, and configurations. You can connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to a: Chapter Contents: “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 114 “Typical Network Connections” on page 116 ■ Wireless 802.
Peripheral Connection Overview Front Panel (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) HP Personal Media Drive Bay 1394 input/output Connector HP Digital Entertainment Center SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO HI SPEED USB 2.0 MMC / SD SmartMedia / xD HI SPEED USB 2.
Back Panel (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT.
Typical Network Connections This section describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet, so you can download the Television Program Guide and surf the Web. These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system: Connection Network configuration See: Internet From an 802.
Connecting the Wireless Network Antenna You can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a 802.11 a/b/g wireless network. The transceiver is built in to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. An external antenna is supplied with your system. You must connect this antenna to connect to the wireless network. You need an existing wireless LAN network with an Internet connection (please consult your ISP for further information). Wireless Router 802.
To connect a Wi-Fi antenna to the HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Screw the antenna into the Wireless LAN Removable 2 You may want to move the end of the antenna away Antenna connector on to the back panel, as shown in the following illustration: from the HP Digital Entertainment Center to improve your signal reception. 3 Check to ensure that: a The wireless router is connected to a DSL/cable modem. b The DSL/cable modem is connected to an outside Internet connection.
Connecting a DSL/Cable Modem To connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet, through an existing DSL or cable modem broadband connection: AUDIO OUT FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr AC IN from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Ethernet connector to a DSL or cable modem. CENTER Pb 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz 1 Connect an RJ-45 network cable (sold separately) WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.
Connecting Through a Router If you already have a home network functioning, you can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a LAN network and then to a DSL modem or cable modem. You can use your HP Digital Entertainment Center as a client if you already have a home network functioning. AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT.
USB Device Connection Digital Still Camera The following instructions apply only to digital still cameras. When connecting a digital still camera, use a USB connector on the front or back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center USB 2.0 To connect a digital still camera: 1 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Wait for the desktop to appear. Minimize or close Media Center. Digital Camera 2 Turn on the digital still camera.
Other USB Devices You can connect other peripheral devices to the front or back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center through USB or FireWire (IEEE 1394) ports. On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center The following devices can be connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center USB 2.0 high speed ports: ■ MP3 player ■ USB drive ■ External hard disk drive ■ Printer ■ Scanner ■ Digital video camera ■ Digital still camera ■ ■ ■ USB 2.
Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive The HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel includes a drive bay that houses the HP Personal Media Drive. The drive bay has an internal USB port and power connector. The HP Personal Media Drive can also function as an external USB hard disk drive. You must connect an external USB port and power cable. You can easily insert and remove the drive from the bay without turning off the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Installing an HP Personal Media Drive To connect an HP Personal Media Drive to the HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Install the HP Personal Media Drive software that is included with the drive (select models only). ■ For instructions about installing and using the HP Personal Media Drive software, refer to the documentation that came with your HP Personal Media Drive. 2 Open the HP Personal Media Drive bay front panel door.
Disconnecting an HP Personal Media Drive You can safely remove the HP Personal Media Drive when both the amber activity and blue power LEDs are off. n When your HP Digital Entertainment Center is in standby mode (a reduced power state), the drive turns off. To disconnect your HP Personal Drive safely: 1 Close Media Center and all other programs that may be accessing your HP Personal Media Drive. 7 Disconnect the drive from the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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This chapter describes how to set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center software, including how to configure the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. When you complete the procedures in this chapter, you can use your HP Digital Entertainment Center in your home entertainment center. Refer to the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide.
Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time Turn power on to all connected devices such as TV and audio equipment before turning on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Power on only after you have completed the full setup.
After you have connected the equipment, you are ready to turn on the system. 1 Make sure the video and audio cables are 4 Press the On/Standby (power) button on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The system starts. connected before you turn on the TV and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 2 Turn on all connected system equipment, such as TVs, set-top boxes, and AV receivers. Power On On/Standby n Set the volume to mid-level on the AV receiver and on the TV.
Synchronizing the Keyboard Test the keyboard after the operating system is loaded. Move the trackball to see if the cursor moves. If the keyboard does not operate, you must synchronize the keyboard with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. To synchronize the keyboard: 1 After you have made all connections and have performed the initial startup procedure, make sure the HP Digital Entertainment Center is turned on.
Windows Welcome Initial Configuration The system starts and displays the initial Microsoft® Windows® setup screen for the first power on only. You will need a mouse and keyboard to navigate the screens. To set up Windows for the first time: 1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the initial Microsoft Windows setup. 2 Click Next to set up your system. 3 Select your country/region and language in System Settings. Change is optional. Click Next. 4 Select your Time Zone. Change is optional. Click Next.
Media Center First Run The initial Media Center setup wizard consists of required setup and the optional setup. Required Setup The system displays the initial Media Center setup wizard for the first power on or until the Media Center setup is completed. The wizard includes steps for your network or broadband connections. Connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your wired network or broadband connections before you press the On/Standby button.
1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the Media Center Optional Components startup wizard. 2 Confirm your country/region. 3 Set up the TV signal, manually or automatically. Make sure a TV source is connected. The wizard scans for signals if you select automatic. It also sets up a set-top box. 6 Choose the number of speakers you have. You can also test the speakers. 7 If you selected 5.1 or 7.1 speakers, or if you are using S/PDIF (digital), you must set the DVD player speaker settings.
Adjusting the Front Panel Display Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel media info display. This setting does not control the brightness of the On/Standby (power) button or Media Center mode status LEDs. To adjust the front panel display brightness: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then Front Panel.
You may have to optimize your HP Digital Entertainment Center audio configuration to get the best sound on your audio system. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. See: “Connecting Headphones” on page 135 “Connecting a Microphone” on page 135 “Adjusting the Volume” on page 136 “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138 Connecting Headphones Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with a headphones connector (1/4 inch [6.5 mm]) on the front panel.
Selecting recording devices To select a sound recording device: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose Control Panel. 3 Click Sounds and Audio Devices (or Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices). The Sounds and Audio Devices window opens. 5 In the Sound Recording area, click the Volume button, and then choose the source for sound recording. 6 Click OK. 7 Close the window. 4 Click the Audio tab. The window opens. This window is easier to read on a monitor.
Locating the volume icon Initial Configuration If you do not see the Volume icon on the taskbar: 1 Click Start, and then Control Panel. Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, if it is available. 2 Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices. The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window opens. This window is easier to read on a monitor. You can lower the display resolution to read the window. You will need the keyboard and mouse.
Configuring Audio Output You must adjust the audio settings in two places after you have installed and connected the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your audio system. Configure both the Media Center speaker settings and audio for the DVD player. The following table shows which procedures to perform for your audio system. If you set up speakers using the Media Center Optional Components wizard, then set up the audio for the DVD player only.
To configure multichannel audio output for Media Center audio: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. n You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click Settings, General, Media Center Setup, and then Setup your Speakers. The Speaker Setup screen displays. 3 Click Next. 4 Under Specify how many speakers you have, select the speaker number that matches your system. For example, select 5.1. Click Next. Reduce the volume level before changing channels.
Configuring Video You may have to optimize your HP Digital Entertainment Center video configuration to get the best image on your TV/display screen. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system.
Viewing the screen image on a second display 1 Make sure the video and audio cables are Initial Configuration To view your screen image on a second TV or monitor: 6 Click Run multiple display wizard. connected before you turn on the TV or monitor, and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 2 Turn on the TV or monitor. Press the Video/TV button on the TV remote control to select the Video input. 3 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
9 Select the screen resolution for the secondary display by clicking the drop-down arrow. 10 Click Preview to see how the display appears. 11 Click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting. 12 Click Finish to complete the wizard.
Disconnecting the TV 1 Disable the TV option. See “Disabling the dual Initial Configuration To disconnect the TV: 3 Remove the video cable from the HP Digital screen option” on page 142. Entertainment Center Video Out and TV In. 2 Turn off the TV and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Adjusting the Desktop Display Some tasks on the HP Digital Entertainment Center require that you leave Media Center and use the Windows XP desktop.
Adjusting the Display in Media Center Before you begin, verify that the video equipment is properly connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center and turned on, and ensure that your TV screen is set to normal mode (not letter-box, wide, or re-sized). n Refer to the TV/Display Setup Guide for more detailed information about adjusting the Display. To adjust the video settings in Media Center: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center.
You may have to perform the Adjusting the Desktop Display procedure before and after playing a commercial DVD video in component video, due to copy protection measures. To play a commercial DVD video in component video, the resolution format must be set to 480i or 480p. The DVD will not play after it is inserted into the drive, and you may see an error message when you try to play the DVD in component video and the resolution format is set above 480i or 480p.
To adjust the video settings from the Windows desktop: 1 Right-click on the desktop, and click NVIDIA Control Panel in the dialog box. 2 When NVIDIA Control Panel window opens, click the Video & Television category. 4 Select your options a Select the display you want to change. b Select the connector you want to use. c Select the signal format to a type that is supported by your TV. (For commercial DVD playback in component video, select: 480i or 480p.) 3 Select Change the signal or HD format.
To use underscan to show the entire Windows desktop: 1 Right click on the desktop, select NVIDIA Control Panel. 2 Click Video & Television. 3 Click Resize or pan HDTV desktop. This 5 Move the horizontal and vertical scroll bars in the center of the window to adjust the size of your desktop display. option does not appear when the resolution is set below 720. 6 Click OK to save the changes.
Finding ATSC HDTV and Standard TV Channels (Select models only) After you complete the Media Center and Digital TV setup wizards and then download your TV Program Guide, the Media Center TV Program Guide may display incorrect ATSC DTV channels. Some channels may have an incorrect channel number and other channels may not be displayed at all. These HDTV channels may be available in your area, but they may not be listed in the Media Center TV Program Guide.
To adjust the video settings from the Windows desktop: 1 Right-click on the desktop, and click NVIDIA Control Panel in the dialog box. 2 When NVIDIA Control Panel window opens, click the Video & Television category. 6 Click the Home icon in the taskbar. 7 Click the Video & Television category. 8 If you are using a Component Video Out connection with your display, select Adjust television color settings. Move the Brightness and Contrast slider bars to adjust the color settings.
Configuring the System You can customize your HP Digital Entertainment Center system settings. See: “Configuring the Keyboard Buttons” on page 150 “Registering with HP” on page 151 “Setting Up Virus Protection” on page 151 “Transferring Information from Your Old PC to Your HP Digital Entertainment Center” on page 152 “Installing Software” on page 153 “Utility Programs” on page 153 Configuring the Keyboard Buttons You can configure some of your HP Digital Entertainment Center shortcut keyboard buttons.
To register with HP to receive changes, updates, and support: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs, HP Support, and then 3 Follow onscreen instructions, using the keyboard and trackball. You can also register with HP in the following ways: ■ Double-click the registration icon on your desktop, and follow onscreen instructions. ■ Register online at: Register Now. http://register.hp.
5 Click the Schedule icon next to Run a Full Scan. 6 Change schedule options by clicking the drop-down arrows, and then click OK to save your changes. n If the PC is in Standby mode, the Norton Internet Security program does not perform a scheduled antivirus scan. w Performing an antivirus scan during a scheduled Media Center recording can result in failed recordings.
After you turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center the first time and then restart it, you can install any additional software programs that came on CDs or DVDs included in the HP Digital Entertainment Center box (select models only). Choose software that is compatible with your HP Digital Entertainment Center; check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed for the new software for compatibility with your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
System utilities HP provides special utility programs in the PC Help & Tools folder that display support information and initiate Application or System Recovery. To use utility programs: 1 Click Start, choose All Programs, and then PC Help & Tools.
When the HP Digital Entertainment Center is in Quick Resume mode: ■ The display is turned off, audio is muted, and the PC is kept fully operational but in a reduced-power setting. ■ The PC can still perform tasks such as recording scheduled TV programs or stream video and music files. ■ The PC fan is always running. ■ The desktop can be displayed almost instantly when you press the sleep button on your remote control.
6 Place a check mark in the Enable Quick Resume mode check box. 8 Click OK. 9 Restart the PC for the power settings to take effect. n Selecting the option Return the computer from Quick Resume mode on mouse or keyboard activity is not recommended, as this resumes the PC out of Quick Resume mode if the keyboard or trackball is slightly moved.
The optimization utility is designed to keep your HP Digital Entertainment Center running smoothly if Media Center is left open for long periods of time. Media Center can be left open because of various scheduled TV recordings or because the PC enters Standby or Quick Resume mode while Media Center is still open. During an optimization, Media Center automatically closes and then opens at a scheduled time if there has not been any activity in Media Center for 30 minutes.
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Troubleshooting This section contains possible solutions for some problems you may be experiencing with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Chapter Contents: To solve audio problems, see “Audio” on page 160. To solve video problems, see “Video” on page 162. To solve system problems, see “System” on page 164. Troubleshooting For other sources of information, see “Getting Help” on page 170.
Problems and Solutions Audio Find the description that most closely matches your audio problem, and try the corresponding solution. Problem Solution I don’t have sound from my speakers. ■ Use active, powered speakers or speakers with an amplifier. ■ Verify sound cable connections. ■ Check Volume and Mute settings. See “Adjusting the Volume” on page 136. ■ Reconfigure the software for surround sound. See “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138.
Solution The HP Digital Entertainment Center doesn’t make any sound. ■ Check that the AV receiver or powered speakers are turned on and are set to the proper input. ■ Increase the volume on the AV receiver or the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control. ■ Press the Mute button on the HP Digital Entertainment Center keyboard or on the remote control to see if the Mute feature is turned on. ■ Use the keyboard controls to increase the volume. ■ Click the Volume icon on the Windows taskbar.
Video Find the description that most closely matches your problem, and try the corresponding solution. Problem Solution I am using a TV with the HP Digital Entertainment Center, but I cannot see anything. ■ Check that the correct input source is selected on the TV. ■ Check that the TV is connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Video Out to TV” on page 63. ■ Check that the TV Out image is enabled. See “Configuring Video” on page 140. I cannot see anything on the TV.
Solution My remote control doesn’t work. ■ Check that the remote control indicator light on the remote lights up when you press a button. If it does not, replace the batteries. ■ Make sure that the batteries for the remote control are charged and installed correctly. ■ Make sure the front of the remote sensor on the HP Digital Entertainment Center is not blocked (behind display window).
System Find the description that most closely matches your problem, and try the corresponding solution. Problem Solution My HP Digital Entertainment Center won’t turn on at all. ■ When you press the On button on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center, the following events should happen: a The HP On/Standby (power) button should light and the front display should light up. b The hard disk drive and fans spin.
Problem (continued) Solution The HP Digital Entertainment Center (or part of it) doesn’t seem to be working. ■ The HP Digital Entertainment Center is in standby mode (the On button power indicator light is solid amber). Press the Standby button on the keyboard or the Standby button on the remote control to turn on the unit. ■ Make sure the keyboard syncs with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Synchronizing the Keyboard” on page 130.
Problem (continued) Solution When I push one of the special or multimedia buttons on the keyboard, nothing happens. ■ Check that the standard keyboard keys and mouse work properly. Or ■ Check the button configuration. To configure the button: 1 2 3 4 5 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is available. Double-click Keyboard. In the Keyboard Properties window that opens, click the Buttons tab. Double-click the button you want to change.
Problem (continued) Solution The TV or monitor doesn’t work, even though the HP Digital Entertainment Center appears to. ■ Make sure the TV or monitor is turned on — it has its own Power button. ■ Make sure the proper TV or monitor input is selected. ■ Check the cable connection between the monitor and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The cable connectors must be pushed in all the way prior to powering on the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Problem (continued) Solution The memory card reader won’t read my memory cards. ■ The memory card reader is a device that uses the Safely Remove Hardware task. This appears as a Windows system tray icon next to the time. Do not click Stop in the Safely Remove Hardware window. If you do click Stop, the drive is disconnected. If this happens, restart the HP Digital Entertainment Center. ■ Do not insert or remove memory cards when the in-use light is flashing.
Solution My DVD won’t play. ■ You can put data files on a DVD to store them or transfer them to another HP Digital Entertainment Center. However, data files on a DVD do not play in a DVD player. Rerecord your files to a file format that can be read by some DVD players. ■ If you are using component video output, you may need to change the configuration. See “Component Video Settings” on page 60. Refer to http://www.hp.com/support for additional information on using component video.
Getting Help Help and Support Center For help, press the Help button on your keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar and select Help and Support. The Help and Support Center is onscreen Help information about your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Here you can find: ■ Links to reinstall drivers. ■ Access to technical support options. ■ Answers to commonly asked questions about your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Warranty and Support Guide See the HP Digital Entertainment Center Warranty and Support Guide, included with the documentation, for detailed information on: ■ HP Web site Support addresses ■ Application and System Recovery programs ■ HP Support telephone numbers ■ The terms of your HP limited warranty ■ HP Customer Care information ■ License information ■ HP Web site Online Guide addresses HP Web Site Support ■ Supplemental information about the HP Digital Entertainment Center and products ■
HP Customer Care You can get help over the telephone from HP. When you call HP Customer Care, have your model number and serial number available. See the keyboard or the Warranty and Support Guide for the support telephone numbers. Online Guides You can find online guides and information for your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Updates from HP HP may send updated information or patches to your desktop (not available in all countries/regions). You must be connected to the Internet to receive these updates. If you have turned off the Updates from HP feature, you will not receive these updates. To turn updates back on: 1 Click Start, choose All Programs, and then HP Digital Entertainment Center Help & Tools. 2 Click Updates from HP, and then click Re-enable Updates from HP.
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Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Safeguarding Recorded TV programs When you replace the hard disk drive, you lose any files or software that you created, saved, or installed on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Because of this, you also lose a special code that Microsoft includes in the files of recorded TV programs. Without the code, Media Center cannot play TV programs previously recorded to disk or copied to DVD or to other media.
Removing the Hard Disk Drive To remove the internal hard disk drive: 1 Gently turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center 4 Disconnect the hard disk drive cables. upside down. 2 Remove the hard disk drive cover from the chassis. After loosening the screw (A), slide the hard disk drive in the direction of the screw (B). A B 5 Remove the four hard disk drive screws (A) and then remove the hard disk drive (B). A 3 Lift up the hard disk drive from the chassis.
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To replace the internal hard disk drive: 1 Replace the old hard disk drive with the new hard disk drive (A). 4 Place the hard disk drive into the chassis. Position the metal tabs. 2 Replace the four hard disk drive screws (B). Tighten the screws an additional half-turn only after the screws contact the rubber washer. B A 3 Reconnect the hard disk drive cables. 5 Replace the hard disk drive cover on the chassis.
6 Gently turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center right side up. 7 Reconnect all cables to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Reconnect the power cable last. 8 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 178 HP Digital Entertainment Center 9 Test the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. 10 Recover your system using the recovery disk. 11 Restore your data.
Index 1/4 inch headphones 135 1394 7, 109 2.0 multichannel audio system 41 2.1 home stereo installation 41, 42 2.1 multichannel audio system 42 2.1 powered speaker 49 4.1 Home Theater Audio 43 4.1 powered speaker 50 5.1 home theater audio 44 5.1 multichannel audio system 44 5.1 powered speaker 51 5/4.1 home audio installation 43 7.1 Home Theater Audio 45 7.1 multichannel audio system 45 7.1 powered speaker 52 802.
C Cabinet back 26 Cabinet Front 25 Cable (NTSC) and UHF Antenna (ATSC) 83 cable box 71 cable modem 119, 120 cable modem, connecting 119 Cable Only (NTSC) 88 cable receiver dual tuner option 72 setting up using Media Center 132 Cable/Antenna In 8 cables included 30 not included 31 Camcorder 101, 104 camera connecting digital still 121 connecting digital video 109 capture 112 Center/Subwoofer 6 Changing screens 140 clearances, space for HP Digital Entertainment Center 28 cloning 140 Coaxial Splitter 31 codec
D data files on DVDs, troubleshooting 169 Desktop Display 148 Desktop resolution 60 Device Manager 111 Digital 5.1 multichannel audio system 47 digital audio cable 46 digital audio system 53 digital audio, 5.
F FAQs, how to find 170 Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) 116 feature overview 2 Finding ATSC HDTV and Standard TV Channels 148 FireWire (IEEE 1394) 109 FireWire input-output, location on front panel 4 flashlight 99 FM Antenna, connecting 56 FM radio antenna 56 Found New Hardware 121 Front 3, 6 Front Panel 3, 23, 153 Front Panel Display Brightness 134 front panel, adjusting display brightness 134 G Getting Help 170 Gigabit Ethernet (1000BaseT) 116 Guide, Television Program 148 H hard drive connecting HP Personal M
I Indicator light 10 Infrared Transmitter 97 Infrared Transmitter cable 99 Infrared Transmitter connection (one set-top box) 98 Infrared Transmitter connection (two set-top boxes) 98 Infrared Transmitter Installation 99 Infrared Transmitter sensor 99 Initial Configuration 127 initial Microsoft Windows setup screen 131 Initial Setup Wait Time 131 Installation Overview 19 installing additional software and devices 153 batteries in keyboard 16 batteries in remote control 128 HP Personal Media Drive 124 softwar
L LAN 117, 120 LED 5 light-emitting diode (LED) 5 location 24 M Media Center adjusting desktop display resolution 143 configuring audio settings 138 dual displays option disabling 142 enabling 141 Microsoft Web site 173 obtaining update information 173 registering for updates 151 testing system connections 133 utility programs 153 viewing on a second display 141 Media Center First Run 132 Media Center speaker settings 138 Media Center TV Program Guide 148 Media Center wizard 133 Media Library music files n
P PC Doctor 154 PC Help & Tools 154 PC System Recovery 154 PDA 122 Performance and Maintenance 111 Peripheral Connection 114 peripheral devices 122 Personal Media Drive 123 pixels 148 Placement 25 power outage, recovery from 165 Powered speakers 48, 54 premium channels 75 printer 122 connecting 122 troubleshooting 164 problems 159 Problems and Solutions 160 Product features 2 Program Guide, Television 148 Progressive scan 60 R receiver/amplifier 40 Recognizing the camcorder 111 Recorded TV Programs 175 rec
S Safely Remove Hardware wizard 123 safety information 17 satellite receiver 71, 93 connecting one unit 93 connecting two units 95 dual tuner option 72 setting up using Media Center 132 Scan for hardware changes 111 Scanner 122 scanner connecting 122 SDTV 74 second display 141 select recording device 136 sensor, remote IR transmitter cable connection, connecting 99 set-top box 75 Setup 27 signal conversion 75 Signal Source 72 Single-tuner 72 SmartMedia (SM) 5 SmartMedia/xD 5 software 127, 153 speaker types,
Integration 20 Problems and Solutions 164 Recovery 172 Restore 154, 172 utilities 154 T tape player connecting 55 Television Program Guide 148 testing audio settings using Media Center 139 system connections using Media Center 133 Titan TV 148 transfer wizard 152 transferring data from PC to HP Digital Entertainment Center 152 troubleshooting 159 audio problems 160 DVD player 169 hard drive 169 keyboard 166 memory card reader 168 monitor 167 music files 169 power up of HP Digital Entertainment Center 164 p
V W VCR 101, 104 connecting 105 Direct in 105 Ventilation 25 VGA Out 7 VHF 73 VHF Antenna (NTSC) 80 video analog camera, connecting 112 Video Camera 109 video configuration 140 video digital camera connecting 109 FireWire connection 4 troubleshooting connections 162 video display flickering 165 Video Equipment 32 Connections 104 Overview 102 video image 149 video input 112 Video Out 58 Video Out Connectors 59, 62 Video out to high-definition capable HDTV 64 Video out to standard TV 64 Video Out to TV 63 V
