ASUS S-PRESSO User Guide

S-presso

Multimedia System

User Guide

Software Information

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Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be

reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).

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Table of contents

Notices ................................................................................................. v

Safety information .............................................................................. vi

Electrical safety ....................................................................... vi

Operation safety ..................................................................... vi

About this guide ................................................................................ vii

Chapter 1:Chapter 1:

Chapter 1:

Chapter 1:Chapter 1:

1.1 Installing Instant On .............................................................. 1-2

1.1.1 Requirements for installing to an empty hard

1.1.2 Requirements for installing to an occupied HDD .... 1-2

1.1.3 BIOS/Jumper settings............................................. 1-3

1.1.4 Installation procedure ............................................. 1-5

1.2 Using Instant On ................................................................... 1-6

1.2.1 General Setup Menu ................................................ 1-7

1.2.2 Information ............................................................. 1-8

1.2.3 Picture properties ................................................... 1-8

1.3 Entertainment modes ......................................................... 1-10

1.3.1 TV (default mode) ................................................ 1-10

1.3.2 DVD/VCD .............................................................. 1-14

1.3.3 Music/MP3 ............................................................ 1-16

1.3.4 Radio (FM) ............................................................ 1-18

Instant OnInstant On

Instant On

Instant OnInstant On

disk drive (HDD) ..................................................... 1-2

Chapter 2:Chapter 2:

Chapter 2:

Chapter 2:Chapter 2:

2.1 Installing the TV/FM card drivers ......................................... 2-2

2.2 Uninstalling the TV/FM card drivers ..................................... 2-2

2.3 Installing ASUS Home Theater .............................................. 2-3

2.4 Using the ASUS Front Panel Display (AFPD) utility .............. 2-5

2.5 Launching ASUS Home Theater ............................................ 2-6

2.6 Using ASUS Home Theater ................................................... 2-8

Home TheaterHome Theater

Home Theater

Home TheaterHome Theater

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2.7 Entertainment modes ......................................................... 2-10

2.7.1 TV ......................................................................... 2-10

2.7.2 DVD/VCD .............................................................. 2-15

2.7.3 Pictures.................................................................2-18

2.7.4 Videos ...................................................................2-20

2.7.5 Music .................................................................... 2-22

2.7.6 Radio ..................................................................... 2-24

2.7.7 Setup .................................................................... 2-27

AppendixAppendix

Appendix

AppendixAppendix

A.1 Specifications ....................................................................... A-2

A.2 Using the remote controller ................................................. A-2

A.3 Remote controller layout ...................................................... A-3

A.4 Remote controller functions ................................................. A-4

A.1 System buttons ...................................................... A-4

A.2 Key table ................................................................ A-5

A.5 International TV systems

and standards ....................................................................... A-6

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

•

This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

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This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

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Safety information

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

Electrical safety

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

•

To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

•

When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.

•

If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safetyOperation safety

Operation safety

Operation safetyOperation safety

•

Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package.

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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

•

To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. Place the product on a stable surface.

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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning

Lithium-Ion Battery Warning

Lithium-Ion Battery WarningLithium-Ion Battery Warning

CAUTIONCAUTION

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

CAUTIONCAUTION replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturerís instructions.

VORSICHTVORSICHT

VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch

VORSICHTVORSICHT der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

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About this guide

AudienceAudience

Audience

AudienceAudience

This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS S-presso. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers.

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

How this guide is organized

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

1.1.

Chapter 1: Instant OnChapter 1: Instant On

Chapter 1: Instant On

1.1.

Chapter 1: Instant OnChapter 1: Instant On This chapter tells you how to install and use

2.2.

Chapter 2: Home TheaterChapter 2: Home Theater

Chapter 2: Home Theater

2.2.

Chapter 2: Home TheaterChapter 2: Home Theater This chapter tells you how to install and use

3.3.

AppendixAppendix

Appendix

3.3.

AppendixAppendix The Appendix includes information on the remote controller, the

ASUS S-presso key table, and international TV systems and standards.

Instant OnInstant On

Instant On.

Instant OnInstant On

Home Theater.Home Theater.

Home Theater.

Home Theater.Home Theater.

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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

WARNING: WARNING:

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when

WARNING: WARNING: trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: CAUTION:

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the

CAUTION: CAUTION: components when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: a task.

NOTE: NOTE:

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a

NOTE: NOTE: task.

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Where to find more information

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites

ASUS websites

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites

The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation

Optional documentation

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such

as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

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Chapter 1

This chapter tells you how to install and use Instant OnInstant On

Instant On.

Instant OnInstant On

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1.1 Installing Instant On

IMPORTANT!IMPORTANT!

IMPORTANT!

IMPORTANT!IMPORTANT!

Install Instant On Install Instant On

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Install Instant On

Install Instant On Install Instant On system in your hard disk.system in your hard disk.

system in your hard disk.

system in your hard disk.system in your hard disk.

Instant On Instant On

Instant On

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Instant On Instant On cards.cards.

cards.

cards.cards.

Instant On Instant On

•

Instant On

Instant On Instant On

Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.

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does not

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beforebefore

before

beforebefore

support add-on or VGA support add-on or VGA

support add-on or VGA

support add-on or VGA support add-on or VGA

support PHOTO mode. support PHOTO mode.

support PHOTO mode.

support PHOTO mode. support PHOTO mode.

installing an operatinginstalling an operating

installing an operating

installing an operatinginstalling an operating

The S-presso system allows you to enjoy the features of consumer electronics on a PC platform. Without entering the Windows

operating system, you can watch TV, view DVD/VCD movies, and listen to FM radio/audio CD/MP3 files.

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1.1.1

1.1.11.1.1

Requirements for installing to an empty Requirements for installing to an empty

Requirements for installing to an empty

Requirements for installing to an empty Requirements for installing to an empty disk drive (disk drive (

disk drive (

disk drive (disk drive (

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HDD

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)

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hard

hardhard

1. Instant On installation CD

2. Empty and unpartitioned hard disk

Before installing Instant ON:Before installing Instant ON:

Before installing Instant ON:

Before installing Instant ON:Before installing Instant ON:

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1.1.2

1.1.21.1.2

••

• set the hard disk drive as

•• setup.

• set the HDD jumper to

Requirements for installing to an occupiedRequirements for installing to an occupied

Requirements for installing to an occupied

Requirements for installing to an occupiedRequirements for installing to an occupied HDDHDD

HDD

HDDHDD

Primary IDE MasterPrimary IDE Master

Primary IDE Master in the BIOS

Primary IDE MasterPrimary IDE Master

Master.Master.

Master.

Master.Master.

1. Instant On installation CD

2. 200 MB free and unpartitioned hard disk space

•

Clear the hard disk partition if Windows® and/or DOS already occupies 100% of the hard disk.

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In the BIOS setup, set the hard disk drive as MasterMaster

Master before installing Instant On.

MasterMaster

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Chapter 1: Instant On

Chapter 1: Instant OnChapter 1: Instant On

Primary IDEPrimary IDE

Primary IDE

Primary IDEPrimary IDE

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1.1.31.1.3

BIOS/Jumper settingsBIOS/Jumper settings

BIOS/Jumper settings

BIOS/Jumper settingsBIOS/Jumper settings

Instant On

does not

support Serial ATA optical drives.

Make sure you make the following BIOS and jumper settings before installing Instant On to your hard disk drive.

IDE hard disk drive and IDE optical driveIDE hard disk drive and IDE optical drive

IDE hard disk drive and IDE optical drive

IDE hard disk drive and IDE optical driveIDE hard disk drive and IDE optical drive

1. Set the HDD jumper to

2. Set the ODD jumper to

MASTERMASTER

MASTER.

MASTERMASTER MASTERMASTER

MASTER.

MASTERMASTER

3. Make the following BIOS settings:

• Set your hard disk drive as Primary IDE Master.

• Set your optical drive as Secondary IDE Master.

System Time [11:10:19] System Date [Tue, 01/10/2005] Language [English]

Primary IDE Master [Maxtor 6Y080L0] Primary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Master [ASUS CDS520/] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Third IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected] IDE Configuration

System Information

4. In the IDE Configuration sub-menu, set the Operate ModeOperate Mode

Operate Mode item to [Enhanced Mode].

Operate ModeOperate Mode

IDE Configuration

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Enhanced Mode]

Make sure that your optical drive is set as the 1st Boot Device.

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Onboard IDEOnboard IDE

Onboard IDE

Onboard IDEOnboard IDE

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Serial ATA hard disk drive and IDE optical driveSerial ATA hard disk drive and IDE optical drive

Serial ATA hard disk drive and IDE optical drive

Serial ATA hard disk drive and IDE optical driveSerial ATA hard disk drive and IDE optical drive

1. Set the ODD jumper to

2. Connect the Serial ATA signal cable to the

MASTERMASTER

MASTER.

MASTERMASTER

SATA1 SATA1

SATA1 connector on

SATA1 SATA1

the motherboard.

3. Make the following BIOS settings under IDE Configuration:

• Set the

Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode

Onboard IDE Operate Mode item to

Onboard IDE Operate ModeOnboard IDE Operate Mode

[Compatible Mode].

• Set the

IDE Configuration

Onboard IDE Operate Mode [Compatible Mode]

IDE Port Settings [Secondary P-ATA+S-ATA]

The BIOS automatically sets the HDD as Primary IDE Master and the optical drive as Secondary IDE Master.

IDE Port Settings IDE Port Settings

IDE Port Settings [Secondary P-ATA+S-ATA].

IDE Port Settings IDE Port Settings

System Time [11:10:19] System Date [Tue, 01/10/2005] Language [English]

Primary IDE Master [HDS722540VLAT20] Primary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Secondary IDE Master [ASUS CDS520/] Secondary IDE Slave [Not Detected] Third IDE Master [Not Detected] Fourth IDE Master [Not Detected] IDE Configuration

System Information

Make sure that your optical drive is set as the 1st Boot Device.

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Chapter 1: Instant OnChapter 1: Instant On

Chapter 1: Instant On

Chapter 1: Instant OnChapter 1: Instant On

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1.1.4

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Installation procedureInstallation procedure

Installation procedure

Installation procedureInstallation procedure

1. Boot your PC using the Instant On installation CD.

In the BIOS Boot Menu, set your optical drive as the

Device Device

Device priority.

Device Device

2. The Instant On installation screen appears. Choose your preferred language.

3. The installation process begins. A bar appears, indicating the progress of the installation.

1st Boot1st Boot

1st Boot

1st Boot1st Boot

4. Shut down your computer when installation is complete.

•

If you want to install the operating system (OS) in drive use an unpartitioned hard disk.

•

Install Instant On first. Then, create a partition for the operating system using a partition utility or the OS installation CD.

•

DO NOT delete the Instant On partition if you are asked to do so while performing the above procedure.

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1.2 Using Instant On

Instant On is an application that allows you to watch TV, view DVD/ VCD movies, and listen to the radio as well as CD/MP3 music without

entering the Windows the front panel, the remote controller, or keyboard keys to navigate through the Instant On functions.

•

You need to install Instant On from the Instant On installation CD to use this feature. See page 1-2.

For detailed information on the remote controllerFor detailed information on the remote controller

•

For detailed information on the remote controller

For detailed information on the remote controllerFor detailed information on the remote controller and keyboard controls, refer to the Appendix.and keyboard controls, refer to the Appendix.

and keyboard controls, refer to the Appendix.

and keyboard controls, refer to the Appendix.and keyboard controls, refer to the Appendix.

To use Instant On:To use Instant On:

To use Instant On:

To use Instant On:To use Instant On:

1. Connect the S-presso power plug and cable.

2. To power on, touch the Instant

Power Power

Power sensor (

Power Power

least five seconds, or press the

operating system. Use the touch sensors on

) for at

Power (Power (

Power (

Power (Power (

))

) button on the

))

remote controller.

Play/Pause Play/Pause

Play/Pause

Play/Pause Play/Pause

Stop Stop

Stop

Stop Stop

Volume down Volume down

Volume down

Volume down Volume down

Volume up Volume up

Volume up

Volume up Volume up

Rewind Rewind

Rewind

Rewind Rewind

Optical drive tray Optical drive tray

Optical drive tray

Optical drive tray Optical drive tray eject button eject button

eject button

eject button eject button

Instant On power Instant On power

Instant On power

Instant On power Instant On power

Mode Mode

Mode

Mode Mode

Forward Forward

Forward

Forward Forward

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Chapter 1: Instant OnChapter 1: Instant On

Chapter 1: Instant On

Chapter 1: Instant OnChapter 1: Instant On

3. To switch modes, press the appropriate button on the remote controller, or touch the panel displays the mode you want. Touch the

Mode Mode

Mode sensor in succession until the LED

Mode Mode

PLAY/PAUSEPLAY/PAUSE

PLAY/PAUSE (

PLAY/PAUSEPLAY/PAUSE

)

sensor to confirm your choice.

•

Instant On goes to TV mode by default.

•

See page 1-10 for details on the different entertainment modes.

•

If you do not touch the confirm the mode, the system automatically reverts to the previous mode.

4. To decrease volume, touch

PLAY/PAUSEPLAY/PAUSE

PLAY/PAUSE ( ) sensor to

PLAY/PAUSEPLAY/PAUSE

(-)(-)

( - ). To increase volume, touch

(-)(-)

(+)(+)

(+).

(+)(+)

5. To exit Instant On and turn off the system, press the Instant On PowerPower

Power sensor

PowerPower

6. To exit Instant On and enter the Windows PC (PC (

PC (

PC (PC (

1.2.11.2.1

1.2.1

1.2.11.2.1

))

) on the remote controller.

))

Refer to Chapter 1 of the detailed descriptions of the S-presso LED panel.

General Setup MenuGeneral Setup Menu

General Setup Menu

General Setup MenuGeneral Setup Menu

))

((

) for at least five seconds.

(

))

((

Hardware InformationHardware Information

Hardware Information guide for

Hardware InformationHardware Information

operating system, press

To enter the General Setup Menu:

1. Press <Ctrl> + <D> on your keyboard, or OK (OK (

OK (

OK (OK (

))

) on the remote controller.

))

More info (More info (

More info (

More info (More info (

2. Use the arrow keys on your keyboard or remote controller to navigate through and set the following items in the general setup menu:

Language Select. Language Select.

Language Select. Allows

Language Select. Language Select. you to set the language for the setup menu.

Date & Time. Date & Time.

Date & Time. Allows you to

Date & Time. Date & Time. view the system date and time.

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) then

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Sleep Timer.Sleep Timer.

Sleep Timer. Allows you to set the period of time within which

Sleep Timer.Sleep Timer. Instant On automatically turns off.

You can configure this item only if your hardware supports TV out function

Update.Update.

Update. Provides updates about Instant On. If no update is

Update.Update. available, the following message appears: “There is no update available. InterVideo InstantON will return to the previous mode.” Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for updates.

Version Information.Version Information.

Version Information. Provides informaton on the Instant On

Version Information.Version Information. version.

Reset to Default.Reset to Default.

Reset to Default. Allows you to reset the system to the

Reset to Default.Reset to Default. default settings.

3. When done, press <Enter> on your keyboard, or remote controller.

4. To hide the menu screen, press <Ctrl> + <D> on your keyboard, or More info (More info (

More info (

More info (More info (

1.2.21.2.2

1.2.2

1.2.21.2.2

This item allows you to keep the onscreen display (OSD) on your monitor. To enable information display:

1. Press <Ctrl> + <D> on your keyboard, or OK (OK (

OK (

OK (OK (

2. Use the arrow keys on your keyboard or remote controller to go to the

3. Press <Enter> on your keyboard, or controller.

InformationInformation

Information

InformationInformation

))

) on the remote controller to open the setup menu.

))

Information Information

Information bar.

Information Information

))

) on the remote controller.

))

More info (More info (

More info (

More info (More info (

OK (OK (

OK (

OK (OK (

OK ( OK (

OK (

OK ( OK (

))

) on the remote

))

) on the

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) then

))

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1.2.31.2.3

1.2.3

1.2.31.2.3

To set the picture properties for TV, DVD/+-VR/VCD/SVCD:

1. Press <Ctrl> + <D> on your keyboard, or OK (OK (

OK (

OK (OK (

2. Use the arrow keys on your keyboard or remote controller to go to the

Picture propertiesPicture properties

Picture properties

Picture propertiesPicture properties

))

) on the remote controller.

))

Picture Properties Picture Properties

Picture Properties bar.

Picture Properties Picture Properties

More info (More info (

More info (

More info (More info (

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) then

))

3. Press <Enter> on your keyboard, or

OK (OK (

OK (

OK (OK (

controller.

4. A setup screen appears, allowing you to set properties for the following items:

• Hue

• Contrast

• Brightness

• Saturation

5. Use the arrow keys on your

keyboard and remote controller to set desired levels.

))

) on the remote

))

Choose

6. When done, press <Enter> on your keyboard, or

Reset to DefaultReset to Default

Reset to Default to reset all items to zero level.

Reset to DefaultReset to Default

OK ( OK (

OK (

OK ( OK (

))

) on the

))

remote controller.

7. To hide the menu screen, press <Ctrl> + <D> on your keyboard, More info (More info (

More info (

More info (More info (

))

) on the remote controller.

))

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1.3 Entertainment modes

Instant On does not support Photo mode. To use this mode, refer

Chapter 2: Home TheaterChapter 2: Home Theater

Chapter 2: Home Theater.

Chapter 2: Home TheaterChapter 2: Home Theater

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1.3.1

1.3.11.3.1

TV setup menuTV setup menu

TV setup menu

TV setup menuTV setup menu

TV (default mode)TV (default mode)

TV (default mode)

TV (default mode)TV (default mode)

•

Make sure that you have installed the TV/FM tuner card driver from the support CD that came with the system.

For detailed information on the remote controllerFor detailed information on the remote controller

•

For detailed information on the remote controller

For detailed information on the remote controllerFor detailed information on the remote controller and keyboard keys, refer to the Appendix.and keyboard keys, refer to the Appendix.

and keyboard keys, refer to the Appendix.

and keyboard keys, refer to the Appendix.and keyboard keys, refer to the Appendix.

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General Setup, Information, Picture Properties. General Setup, Information, Picture Properties.

General Setup, Information, Picture Properties. See pages

General Setup, Information, Picture Properties. General Setup, Information, Picture Properties.

1-7 to 1-9 for details.

A/V Input. A/V Input.

A/V Input. Allows you to select

A/V Input. A/V Input.

the following:

•

TV source - choose Antenna to maximize channels based on the TV area. Choose Cable to scan available cable TV channels.

•

TV system - set the TV according to the type of video input stream. Refer to the Appendix for detailed information on the TV system in your country or region.

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Chapter 1: Instant On

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•

Video input - choose from TV, Composite, or S-Video.

•

Audio input - choose from Aux In, Line In, or With Video

Save Favorite Channel.Save Favorite Channel.

Save Favorite Channel.

Save Favorite Channel.Save Favorite Channel.

Allows you to save up to 12 of your favorite channels for easy access.

To save your favorite channel:

1. Go to a TV channel.

2. Press <Ctrl> + <D> on your keyboard, or

MoreMore

info (info (

info (

info (info (

))

) then

))

OK ( OK (

OK (

OK ( OK (

))

) on the remote controller to open the

))

setup menu.

3. Press the down arrow key on your keyboard or remote controller to go to the

Save Favorite Channel Save Favorite Channel

Save Favorite Channel bar.

Save Favorite Channel Save Favorite Channel

4. Press the right arrow key on your keyboard or remote controller to open the sub-menu (

5. Use the arrow keys to assign a number for this channel. Press <Enter> on your keyboard or

OK (OK (

OK (

OK (OK (

))

) on the remote

))

controller .

6. Press the left arrow key on your keyboard or remote controller to close the sub-menu.

7. To hide the menu screen, press <Ctrl> + <D> on your keyboard, or

Channel Scan. Channel Scan.

Channel Scan. When using the TV mode for the first time, make sure

Channel Scan. Channel Scan.

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you scan the available channels in your area.

Do not interrupt or cancel the scanning process. You need to scan the channels when you first use the TV mode.

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Channel Mode.Channel Mode.

Channel Mode. Allows you to set the channel mode to either

Channel Mode.Channel Mode.

Favorite Channel or Live Channel.

Previous Channel.Previous Channel.

Previous Channel. Allows you to view the last channel before you

Previous Channel.Previous Channel.

shut down your system.

TV Area.TV Area.

TV Area. Allows you to set your TV area.

TV Area.TV Area. MTS (Audio).MTS (Audio).

MTS (Audio). Allows you to set your audio to Stereo, Mono, or

MTS (Audio).MTS (Audio).

Secondary Audio Program.

If the TV channel does not support SAP, set this item to

Fine Tuning.Fine Tuning.

Fine Tuning. Allows you to fine tune the TV display.

Fine Tuning.Fine Tuning.

To use the Fine Tuning function:

1. Press <Ctrl> + <D> on your keyboard, or then

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menu.

2. Use the down arrow key on your keyboard or remote controller to go to the

Fine Tuning Fine Tuning

Fine Tuning bar.

Fine Tuning Fine Tuning

3. A message pops up, giving you instructions on how to use this feature.

4. Press <Enter> on your keyboard, or

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the remote controller.

5. Use the left/right arrow keys on your keyboard or remote controller to fine-tune the channel.

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