Gigabyte H971 User Manual

© Copyright Dec., 2006

This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of Giga-byte Technology Co., Ltd.

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Trademark Recognition

Gigabyte and Giga-byte are trademarks of Giga-byte Technology Co., Ltd. Microsoft and Windows XP are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

All other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged.

Table of Contents

Notices .....................................................................................................		ii
Safty Information ......................................................................................		iii
Package Contents ....................................................................................		v
Chapter 1: System Introduction
1.1	Front Panel .........................................................................................	1
1.2	Rear Panel .........................................................................................	2
1.3	VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) Message ....................................	3
	Using Windows XP Media Center Edition ...............................................	3
	Using Windows Vista Media Center ...................................................	8
1.4	Remote Control Functions ..................................................................	13
1.5	Keyboard Fuctions (option) ................................................................	15
Chapter 2: Basic Installation
2.1	Connecting External Devices .............................................................	16
2.2	Inserting Remote Control and Keyboard Batteries .............................	17
2.3	Set Up Keybord Linkage ....................................................................	18
Chapter 3: Starting Up
3.1	Powring Up .........................................................................................	19
3.2	Support CD Information ......................................................................	20
Chapter 4: Maintenance
4.1	Cleaning H971-RH ..............................................................................	21
4.2 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................		21
Appendix A: Speciificaton .........................................................................		23
Appendix B: Service Center .....................................................................		24

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

Note: 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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Neither the provider nor the manufacturer are responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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

(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 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:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

•Consult a dealer or experienced TV/radio technician for help.

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Neither the Dealer nor the Manufacturer are responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Safety Informations

We recommend that you read this section carefully before using the H971RH. These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years safe use of the H971-RH. Keep this manual for future reference.

Warning Symbols on the H971-RH Case

Be sure to read the power rating label on the bottom of the H971-RH before operation.

Caution: Before connecting power to the H971-RH, make sure the power source is within the range of AC 100~240V, 50~60 Hz. Do not attempt to service the H971-RH yourself. If the unit gets wet or you think it is damaged, have the unit serviced. Do not open the unit case for any reason.

Gernal Safety Information

• Do not place heavy objects such as books or bags on the unit.

• Avoid placing objects with strong magnets built in too close to the unit. If you suspect stereo speakers may interfere with the unit, try moving the speakers away from the unit.

• Avoid using the system in direct sunlight, or near a heating device.

• To prevent the unit from overheating, do not cover the air ventilation openings on the top, sides, or the rear.

• Do not open the unit case. Do not attempt to service the H971-RH yourself. For servicing, contact qualified service personnel.

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• Do not place the unit on an unstable surface, cart, or stand.

• Avoid exposing the H971-RH to moisture or excessive humidity.

•Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the unit case.

•If an outside antenna or cable system is to be connected to your AV PC, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.

CAUTION

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERY ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

Change Battery on the Motherboard:

1.Turn off Computer and unplug the power cord.

2.Gently take out the old battery.

3.Re-install the new battery.

4.Plug the power cord in and turn on the computer.

*Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

*Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacture.

*Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

WEEE-Consumer Notice: The GIGABYTE product you have purchased is subject to Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and, in jurisdictions adopting that Directive, is marked as being put on the market after August 13, 2005, and should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Please utilize your local WEEE collection facilities in the disposition of this product and otherwise observe all applicable requirements.

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Package Contents

Carefullly unpack the H971-RH and check the following items are included:

H971-RH

RF Keyboard (Option)

Remote Control (Option)

Utility Driver CD &	Windows Vista	User’s Manual
Recovery CD (Option)	Installation Disk

3.5 RCA Cable (Option)	IR Cable for	Component Video
	Set Top Box (Option)	Extension Box (Option)

HDMI cable (Option)

Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work.

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Chapter System Introduction

►Front Panel◄

	Item			Description
	1.	Card Slot Activity (W/R) LED		Lights up when a storage card was placed in the slot.
	2.	Card Reader		7-in-1 card reader.
	3.	IEEE 1394 Port (4 pin)		Connect IEEE 1394-enabled devices.
	4.	MIC-In		Connect a microphone here.
	5.	Line-Out		Connect to spakers or an amplifier with stereo mini-plug.
	6.	USB Port		Connect USB-enabled devices.
	7.	RF Reciver Switch		RF Keyboard learning button.
	8.	Stop / Eject Button		Push to eject a disc from the DVD drive.
	9.	Front Function Buttons		Function buttons and Arrow buttons help to navigate in
				the MCE menu.
	10.		Optical Drive	This is a Super Multi DVD.
	11. Status LED Indicator			RF Keyboard LED status indicator.
	12.		VFD	VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display).
	13.		IR Window	Interfaces with infrared devices ( for MCE RC only).
	14.		Status LED Indicator	These LEDs indicates the status of hard disk activity
				and LAN activity.
	15.		Power Button	Push this power button to turn the H971-RH on.

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Chapter System Introduction

►Rear Panel◄

	Item		Description
	1. eSATA		Connect an external eSATA device.
			This IR blaster can be taught the remote control codes
	2.	IR Blaster	for anyset-top box and provides control of a wide range
			of other PC applications.
	3.	SCART (Optional)	21-pins connector for connecting audio-visual equipment
			together. (For EU market only)
	4. 7.1 Channels Audio Jack		Integrated with 7.1 High Definition Audio support.
		(RCA)
	5.	PCI-E*16X Expansion	Remove this cover to install PCI-E*16 Card, eg., VGA
			card. (Space limitation: 195(L)x120(W)x20(H)mm,eg.,
		Slot Cover
			GV-NX73T256P-RH)
	6.	PCI-E*1X Expansion	Remove this cover to install PCI-E*1X Card, eg., TV
		Slot Cover	capture card.
	7.	VGA Port	Connect to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD
			projector).
	8.	S/PDIF (Optical / Toslink)	Digital audio output connector.
	9.	S/PDIF (Coaxial)	Digital audio output connector.
	10. USB Port		Connect USB-enabled devices.
	11. IEEE 1394 Port (6-pin)		Connect IEEE 1394-enabled devices.
	12. Power Jack		Connect power cord AC Jack here.
	13. LAN Port		Connect to an RJ-45 connector (Ethernet cable).
	14. Power Supply Unit Fan		Provide ventilation inside the power supply unit.

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Chapter System Introduction

►VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) Message◄

The H971-RH display different system information depending on the system mode. When H971-RH is turn on in normal Windows mode, “WELCOME” is shown.

Media play mode status (DVD/VCD/ ), mute, and recording is shown on the left side. Volume level and radio signal are shown on the right side.

►Using Windows XP Media Center Edition◄

●If the system is turn on in Normal Mode (Media Center Applications are not run) or in the sleep mode, the screen will display time and volumes of the audio.

●If the system is in the Media Center Home frame (see Figure 1), the screen will display date and time.

Figure 1: The Media Center

Start menu.

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