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viHP Digital Entertainment Center
Before You Begin
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the HP Digital Entertainment
Center. Your HP Digital Entertainment Center puts you in
control of your complete home entertainment experience.
Enjoy your TV, movies, music, photos, and home videos
with one simple interface. Pause and replay live TV, and
record your favorite TV shows. Use a television program
guide without a monthly fee. Capture, personalize, and
create DVDs of your home movies, and back up your
photos, music, or favorite TV programs onto DVD.
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
software and the remote control.
®
Media Center
This User’s Guide helps you to set up the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to use with your audio/video
system.
Chapter Contents:
“Functional Overview” on page 3
“Keyboard” on page 10
“Remote Control” on page 14
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The HP Digital Entertainment Center
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Benefits and Features
Benefits
■ Complete home digital entertainment solution for
your living room.
■ Watch, pause, and replay live TV on one channel
while recording another (select models only).
■ Schedule future recordings with the complimentary
TV programming guide (no charge — separately
purchased broadband Internet service required).
■ Burn a DVD of your favorite TV shows or home
videos.
Product features
■ Sophisticated, sleek, stackable case fits into your
AV cabinet
■ Built-in standard-definition TV tuner
(Dual tuners for select models only)
■ Personal video recorder (PVR) with a complimentary
Card readers behind lower right door
LED: Green (with media inserted)
Off (no media inserted)
See “Memory Card Reader” on page 5.
Media info displayFront status panel for all media
information. Front-panel text content
displayed from Media Center.
KEYBOARD
CONNECT
1394
R
HEADPHONES
Behind left door
MIC I
AV connectivity for capturing analog and
Front AV inputs — see below
digital video from camcorders
Keyboard connect switch for wireless
keyboard synchronization
Blinking green LED indicates keyboard
activity. Special blink status indicates sync
with keyboard.
S-video In Y/C video, analog 4-pin
Video In Composite video RCA jack
R
Audio In White: Left
HEADPHONES
MIC INHEADPHONES
MIC INHEADPHONES
R
Red: Right, RCA jacks
1394 DV InFireWire (IEEE 1394), 4-pin input-output
MI
for digital video
Headphone Out 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) jack
Microphone In3.5 mm (1/8 inch) mini-jack
S-VIDEOVIDEOAUDIODL
1394
R
AUDIODV INL
1394
R
ODV IN
1394
R
DV IN
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Memory Card Reader
The HP Digital Entertainment Center 9-in-1 card readers
Two USB 2.0 connectors are also included.
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.
Removing media when the in-use light is
blinking may cause damage.
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Digital cameras and other digital devices use memory
cards, or media, to store digital picture files.
The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel.
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.)
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
R
L
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN
FM ANTENNA IN
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
DUAL
TUNER
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
DVI
ItemConnectorType ColorSupported format
AUDIO IN
L
R
SURROUND
BACK
L
R
SURROUND
L
Audio InRCA jacksWhite: Left
Red: Right
Audio 7.1 Pre-Out
Surround Back
Audio 7.1 Pre-Out
Surround
RCA jacksBrown: Left
Beige: Right
RCA jacksBlue: Left
Grey: Right
Analog stereo
Analog:
7.1
Analog:
7.1, 6.1, 5.1, 4.1
75Ω
COAXIAL
12
R
CENTER
Audio 7.1 Pre-Out
Center/Subwoofer
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
L
Audio 7.1 Pre-Out
Front
R
COAXIAL
Digital Audio OutCoaxialOrangeS/PDIF 5.1 only
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RCA jacksGreen: center
Purple:
subwoofer
RCA jacksWhite: Left
Red: Right
Analog:
7.1, 6.1, 5.1
Analog stereo:
7.1, 6.1, 5.1, 4.1,
2.1, 2.0
ItemConnectorType ColorSupported format
OPTICAL
AUDIO
DIGITAL
OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT
VGA
DVI
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
HI SPEED USB 2.0
Digital Audio OutOpticalGrayS/PDIF 5.1 only
Video Out
RCA jackYellowAnalog: Interlaced scan
(Composite)
S-video OutY/C video
4-pin
BlackAnalog: Interlaced scan
Up to 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz
VGA Out15-pin D-subBlueAnalog:
Up to 2048 x 1536 with
panning depending on
display size
Digital Video
Out (DVI)
DVI-I 29-pin
D-sub digital/
analog
WhiteDigital:
Up to 1600 x 1200
Up to 2048 x 1536 with
panning depending on
display size
USB 2.0
4 portsSilverUSB 2.0
(high speed)
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1394
10/100/1000
ETHERNET
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
1394
(for digital video or
6-pin DV input/
output
other device)
Ethernet
RJ-45N/A10/100/1000
10/100/1000
Wireless LANRemovable
antenna
SilverFireWire (IEEE 1394)
Gold802.11 b/g
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ItemConnectorType ColorSupported format
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
R
AUDIO
TV ANTENNA IN
FM ANTENNA IN
L
R
R
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
AUDIO
LEDs (2)
Activity: Blinks
when transmits/
receives data
L
Audio
TV Source 1 In
Video (Composite)
Link: Solid green when wireless
LAN is enabled and connected.
Blinks when wireless LAN is
scanning.
RCA jacks White: Left
Red: Right
RCA jackYellowAnalog:
TV Source 1 In
S-video
TV Source 1 In
Y/C video
Analog 4-pin
BlackAnalog:
Wireless LAN 802.11b/g
Analog
Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz
Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz
TV Antenna In CoaxialSilverRF with internal splitter to
dual-tuners
FM Antenna In75 Ohm
SilverFM radio, RF
Coaxial
Audio TV
L
Source 2 In (Select
RCA jacks White: Left
Red: Right
Analog
models only)
S-video TV
Source 2 In (Select
Y/C video
Analog 4-pin
BlackAnalog:
Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz
models only)
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
Infrared Transmitter
12
Out (2 outputs)
AC In AC 110–240Vv
110-240V 50-60Hz
AC IN
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3.5 mm
(1/8 inch)
mini-jack
50–60 Hz
SilverRemote infrared (IR Blaster)
BlackPower
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 cleaning.
4 Plug in the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
5 Turn on connected equipment and the HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners
to clean your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or
any other volatile substances. These
chemicals may damage your unit.
Shipping the
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You
may need it later if you move or ship your HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
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Keyboard
The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center wireless keyboard. The actual keyboard may vary
slightly in some countries/regions.
Function keys
Left, right
mouse button
The following table shows the wireless keyboard features and function keys from left to right.
IconItemDescription
On/StandbyTurns HP Digital Entertainment Center on, when in standby.
Places HP Digital Entertainment Center in standby.
Indicator lightAmber: Caps Lock on.
Green: Key or mouse button activity.
Mouse button
left, right
Left-click, right-click.
TrackBall
BackDisplays previously viewed Media Center or browser page.
ForwardDisplays next viewed browser page.
InternetOpens your Internet browser.
E-mailOpens an Internet e-mail page or your e-mail software.
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IconItemDescription
MessengerOpens your instant messaging program.
MinimizeMinimizes the Media Center application.
MaximizeMaximizes the Media Center application.
Media
Center
Media CenterStarts Media Center.
PreviousSelects previous media track.
PlayPlays media.
PausePauses media.
NextSelects next media track.
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Vol –Decreases speaker volume.
Vol +Increases speaker volume.
MuteTurns speaker sound on and off.
TrackballMoves cursor on screen.
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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 141. Refer to the
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. The Keyboard
Connect button, behind the lower-left door of the
HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel, has an
LED that indicates receiver activity. Approximate range
is 3.66 meters (12 feet).
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Use only alkaline batteries in the keyboard.
On/Standby
FRONT INPUT
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DV INL
KEYBOARD
CONNECT
KEYBOARD
CONNECT
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MIC INHEADPHONES
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Replacing the Keyboard Batteries
Keep spare batteries on hand. Battery life will vary with
the use of the system.
1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the keyboard.
2 Insert four AA batteries (alkaline). Make sure the
battery positive and negative ends are inserted
correctly!
3 Replace the battery cover.
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.
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b Sync the keyboard. See “Syncing the Keyboard”
on page 124.
If you have no batteries and must use a keyboard, attach
a USB keyboard to the back or front panel. You can also
use the remote control for many functions as a temporary
substitute.
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Remote Control
Remote Control Buttons
(Features and location may vary. Refer to the specific documentation for other remote controls.)
AStandby
BDVD
Menu
CGreen
button
DRed
button
ERecord
FRew
GReplay
HPause
JBack
Puts the HP Digital
Entertainment Center into or
out of a power-reduced
standby state. It does not turn
the HP Digital Entertainment
Center off.
Opens Play DVD window in
Media Center or opens the
main menu of a DVD movie, if
available.
Opens a Teletext menu while
watching live TV.
Opens a Teletext menu while
watching live TV.
Records selected television
program and stores it on the
hard disk drive.
(Rewind) Moves the media
backward (press button for
three speeds).
Rewinds live or recorded TV
back 8 seconds, or to
beginning of music track or
DVD chapter.
Pauses audio and video tracks
and live or recorded TV
programs.
Returns to the previous
window within Media Center.
DVD MENU
RECORD
REW
REPLAY
PAUSE
KArrows
LMedia
Center
MVolume
NLive TV
OGuide
PClear
QTeletext
RYellow
button
Buttons move the cursor to
navigate within all Media
Center windows. They also
move forward and backward
through slide-show images.
Opens Media Center to the
main menu.
Increases (+) and decreases
(–) sound.
Is a shortcut to view live TV. It
also moves to the current
point in a live TV program
after pausing live TV.
Opens the Television
Program Guide to display
available TV channels and
programs to watch and
record.
Deletes the selection and
works as the Backspace key
does on a keyboard.
Turns Teletext on or off while
in live TV mode. The Teletext
page either replaces the live
TV picture or is displayed
over it; TV sound is still
available.
Opens a Teletext menu while
watching live TV.
TELETEXT
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SBlue
button
Opens a Teletext menu while
watching live TV.
G
A
D
H
TPlay
B
DVD MENU
C
TELETEXT
Q
UStop
R
S
VFwd
T
RECORD
PLAY
E
REW
F
REPLAY
PAUSE
STOP
FWD
SKIP
U
WSkip
V
W
XMore (i)
J
BACK
i
MORE
X
Plays the selected media.
Stops the selected media.
(Fast-forward) Moves media forward
(press button for three speeds).
Moves media forward — for
example, 30 seconds in videos and
live TV, one music track, or one DVD
chapter.
Displays available information about
a selected media file and displays
more information and options.
PLAY
STOP
FWD
SKIP
M
N
O
Y
K
L
VOLUME
OK
CH/PG
YOK
ZCH/PG
Selects the desired action or window
option. It acts as the Enter key.
Up (+) and down (–) change the TV
channel or move pages up and
OK
down, depending on available
Z
LIVE TV
MUTE
GUIDE
AA
RECORDED TV
AA Mute
AB
DEF
321
MNO
654
WXYZ
987
AC
AB Recorded
TV
AC 0 to 9,
#, *
GHI
PQRS
ABC
JKL
TUV
[
0
*
P
CLEAR
0
PRINT
#
ENTER
AD Enter
AD
AE
options.
Turns sound off. The word Mute is
displayed on the Media Center
screen when Mute is turned on.
Opens the Recorded TV window.
Numeric keypad buttons to change
channels or enter text into the Media
Center search or text box.
Selects the desired action or window
option. In full-screen mode, press
Enter to return to the last channel you
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were watching.
AE Print
Prints selected content on the screen.
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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 Software Guide for
detailed instructions on using the features of the remote
control.
To use the remote control, just point it at the HP Digital
Entertainment Center and press a button. Use the remote
control at a maximum distance of 8 meters (26 feet) from
the remote sensor and at a maximum of 45 degrees
(90 degrees total) from the center of the remote sensor.
The remote control will not operate until the HP Digital
Entertainment Center is powered on and fully booted up.
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Media Center must be in full-screen mode
(or have focus) for consistent remote control
operation. Performance may vary.
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center z545
LED
90˚
~8 meters
Indicator
Light
Remote operation
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Installing the Remote Control Batteries
1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote
control.
2 Insert the two AA alkaline batteries (provided). Make
sure the battery positive and negative ends are
inserted correctly!
3 Replace the battery cover.
4 Test the remote control by pressing any key.
The indicator light should blink.
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Use only alkaline batteries in the remote.
DVD MENU
RECORD
REPLAY
TV
MUSICPICTURES VIDEOSRADIO
PLAY
STOP
FWD
REW
PAUSE
SKIP
OK
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18HP Digital Entertainment Center
Safety Information
Read Instructions before installing or operating your
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Follow the instructions provided.
Heed all safety warnings and notes.
Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide for additional
safety information.
Chapter Contents:
“AC Power Safety Warnings” on page 19
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Please read this important safety
information.
■ Do not open top cover.
■ Risk of electric shock.
■ No user-serviceable parts inside top cover.
AC Power Safety Warnings
Use the right AC source — The power supply is
preset for the country/region in which you purchased the
HP Digital Entertainment Center. If you move to another
country/region, please make sure you check its voltage
requirements before plugging your HP Digital
Entertainment Center into an AC power outlet.
A power cord is included with your HP Digital
Entertainment Center. If another cord is used, use only
a power source and connection appropriate for this
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Install the system near an AC outlet. The AC power cord
is your HP Digital Entertainment Center’s main AC
disconnecting device and must be easily accessible at all
times. For your safety, the power cord provided with your
system has a grounded plug. Always use the power cord
with a properly grounded wall outlet to avoid the risk of
electric shock.
To reduce the possibility of an electric shock from the
telephone network, plug your system into the AC outlet
before connecting it to the DSL/telephone line. Also,
disconnect the DSL/telephone line before unplugging
your system from the AC power outlet.
This product has not been evaluated for connection to an
“IT” power system (an AC distribution system with no
direct connection to earth, according to IEC 60950).
Ground your system — To reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to your equipment, do not disable the
power cord grounding feature. The grounding plug is an
important safety feature. Connect the equipment to a
grounded (earthed) power outlet.
For your safety, be sure that the grounded power outlet
into which you plug the power cord is easily accessible to
the operator and is located as close to the equipment as
possible.
Safety Information
Safety Information19
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 — To protect your HP Digital
Entertainment Center and other equipment, connect all
power cords for your system and its peripheral devices
(such as a printer or scanner) to a surge protection device
such as a power strip with surge protection or
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
Not all power strips provide surge protection; the power
strips must be specifically labeled as having this ability.
Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a damage
replacement policy so you can replace your equipment if
surge protection fails.
Use the right power source — Use only a power
source and connection appropriate for this HP Digital
Entertainment Center, as indicated on the label/back
plate of the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Outdoor antenna grounding — If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be
sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and static
buildup charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. Refer to the
Warranty and Support Guide for additional safety
information.
Lightning — For added protection of any HP product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug the product from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power line surges.
Power lines — An outside antenna should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits.
Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected
to the outlet does not exceed the current rating of the
electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of the
products connected to the cord does not exceed the
rating of the cord. Look on the power label to determine
the ampere rating (AMPS or A) for each device.
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Installation Overview
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 works with this User’s Guide. Take
a few minutes to look at the Start Here booklet before you
read this chapter. You may find the information you need
there.
The HP Digital Entertainment Center is very versatile
and works with a wide variety of basic, typical, and
advanced multimedia systems.
The installation process is divided into four major areas:
Audio, Video, TV Source In, Network.
The setup can take some time, depending on your system,
and may require additional cables.
Chapter Contents:
“System Audio/Video Connections” on page 22
“Basic Setup” on page 29
“Inventory” on page 31
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Read the important safety information before
you install the HP Digital Entertainment
Center. See “Safety Information” on page 19.
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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.
■ A cable connection from a set-top box or antenna
hookup (sold separately) allows the TV tuner inside
the HP Digital Entertainment Center to select the TV
channels.
■ An infrared transmitter (IR blaster) connection to
a set-top box from the HP Digital Entertainment
Center allows the HP Digital Entertainment Center to
select the set-top box channels from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center remote control.
■ Audio outputs from the HP Digital Entertainment
Center to your TV speakers or AV receiver allow up
to 7.1 surround sound.
■ Video outputs from the HP Digital Entertainment
Center to your TV or AV receiver allow you to watch
TV and to view the HP Digital Entertainment Center
display.
■ An FM radio antenna connection allows the FM
tuner inside the HP Digital Entertainment Center to
select the FM radio channels.
■ The wireless keyboard with trackball or remote
control allows you to operate the HP Digital
Entertainment Center from the comfort of your couch.
How you connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center into
your system depends on how you want to use it. The
HP Digital Entertainment Center functions as a media
source, with DVD and personal video player/recorders
built in. Your AV receiver or TV functions as your audio/
video output switch.
To watch and record TV, video, and audio, you must first
connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center inputs to your
video, audio, and network sources.
■ To play back audio/video, you must connect the
HP Digital Entertainment Center outputs to your
sound system and TV/display.
■ To record audio/video, you must connect the
HP Digital Entertainment Center inputs to your video
source, such as a cable set-top box, satellite receiver,
or antenna.
■ To update the Television Program Guide and use the
Internet, you must also connect to a home network or
DSL/cable modem.
If your HP Digital Entertainment Center has the dual-tuner
option, each tuner must be connected to the same TV
source. You can connect two cable set-top boxes, or two,
satellite receivers, or an antenna with cable splitter. The
Television Program Guide only supports one TV service
provider channel lineup.
Audio and video output cables from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center can be:
■ Routed through an AV receiver to provide an audio
and video signal to your TV.
Or
■ Routed directly to your TV.
Imagine the flow of your television signal into and out of
the HP Digital Entertainment Center. To watch and record
TV, your TV signal (for example, from a satellite) must flow
into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Then, for you to
watch live or recorded TV, the HP Digital Entertainment
Center must send the recorded TV shows out to your TV.
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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:
Internet
Download
TV Program
Guide
Audio
Video
Network Data
Set-top-box Infrared
Transmitter
AV
DSL/Cable Modem
or Wireless Router
Keyboard
Data
Remote
Control
TV Source
Infrared
Transmitter
AV In
Cable In
Cable Box or
Satellite Receiver
TV
Source
In
HP Digital Entertainment Center
HP Digital Entertainment Center
AV Out
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Digital Video
Camcorder
Audio/Video flow
AV ReceiverTV or Monitor
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System Diagram
(Configurations may vary. Some cables sold separately.)
Back Panel
NOTE: 5.1 systems do not
include “Surr. Back”
connections.
CD
or Tape Player
Wall
Outlet
Surround
Surround
Back
Left
OUT
Surge Protector
Line Conditioner
Left
Front
Left
Audio In 7.1 Multichannel
Surr. Back Surround
Center
Subwoofer
AV RECEIVER IN
Center
S-Video Video
Front
Sub
Optical Coaxial
Surround
Back
Surround
Right
Right
Front
Right
Speakers
Pr
Pb
Y
Video Out and
Used to
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connect
composite
Digital
Audio to TVs that only
have a 20-pin SCART input.
Choose one
AUDIO IN
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND
SURROUND CENTER
BACK
L
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100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
R
R R
AUDIO
OUT
WOOFER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
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COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
Audio/Video In
SCART
adapter
FRONT
VIDEO
R
SUB
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
*
TV IN
Video
Composite
VIDEO OUT
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
Choose
S-video
DVI
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
one
Cable From Wall
WiFi
Antenna
S-video
Composite
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
S-VIDEOAUDIO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OUT
S-VIDEO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
Cable
or Satellite
Set-top box 1
Choose
one
75Ω
DUAL
COAXIAL
TUNER
12
FM Antenna
Coaxial
iPod
Digital
Camera
PrinterExt. HDD
24HP Digital Entertainment Center
Digital
Video Camcorder
Router/
Firewall/
Switch
DSL/Cable Modem
Wall
Internet
Choose
one
VGA
MONITOR
DVI
S-videoComposite
Choose
one
OUT
Cable
or Satellite
Set-top box 2
NOTE: Connect Set-top box 2 only
(optional)
Front Panel
(Configurations may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
The following illustration shows a typical HP Digital Entertainment Center system front panel installation:
Choose
one
Analog
Video Camera
Power
On
On/Standby
S-VIDEO VIDEOAUDIODV INL
S-VIDEO VIDEOAUDIO
S-video
FRONT INPUT
FRONT INPUT
Video
(Composite)
L
R
R
1394
KEYBOARD
CONNECT
1394
1394
DV IN
HI SPEED
USB 2.0
HP Personal
Media Drive
HP Digital Entertainment Center
SmartMedia / xD
CompactFlash I/II
SmartMedia / xD
CompactFlash I/II
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MMC / SD
MS / MS PRO
MMC / SD
MS / MS PRO
CD/DVD
Player/Recorder
HI SPEED
USB 2.0
MIC INHEADPHONES
MIC INHEADPHONES
Media Info
Display
USB 2.0
(x2)
Card Readers:
SmartMedia/xD,
MMC/SD,
CompactFlash I/II,
Microdrive
MS/MS Pro
Digital
Video
Camera
Digital
Camera
Installation Overview25
Installation Guidelines
To enhance the performance and extend the life of your
HP Digital Entertainment Center:
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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.
432 mm
17 in
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
■ Put your HP Digital Entertainment Center into
Standby when not in use. In Standby, the
On/Standby button is lit amber. Preset recordings
only start when the HP Digital Entertainment Center
is on or in Standby.
■ Adjust only those controls that are described in the
operating instructions.
■ Do not open your HP Digital Entertainment Center
cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. If
your HP Digital Entertainment Center is not operating
properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact
your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service
provider.
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Leave slots and openings in the HP Digital
Entertainment Center cabinet open for
ventilation. These openings must not be
blocked or covered. Never push objects of
any kind into cabinet slots or other openings.
412.75 mm
16.25 in
114.3 mm
4.5 in
■ This product is heavy. Exercise caution when lifting
or moving.
■ Place your HP Digital Entertainment Center on a
stable, supported surface. Do not drop or place it
on an unstable surface.
26HP Digital Entertainment Center
Choosing an HP Digital Entertainment
Center setup location
If you intend to connect your HP Digital Entertainment
Center to your TV, a set-top box, or a surround sound
system, HP recommends that you choose a clear working
area with easy access to the connectors of these devices.
If your TV is wall-mounted, make sure that you have
access to the rear ports on the TV before attempting to
connect it to the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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.
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Failure to follow these ventilation
requirements could cause the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to malfunction.
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Cabinet Back
The back of the AV cabinet should be open for best
operation.
48.3 cm
Back
View
16.5 cm
(6.5 in)
minimum
(19 in)
minimum
Cabinet
2.54 cm
(1 in)
minimum
HP Digital
Entertainment
Center
Wall Clearance
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 48.3 cm
(19 inches) wide by 16.5 cm (6.5 inches) high.
See the following illustration.
5.08 cm (2 in) minimum
2.54 cm
(1 in)
minimum
NOTE: These clearances are
required for proper
ventilation.
The HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel must be
at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) from the wall.
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Cabinet
HP Digital
Entertainment Center
Side View
10.02 cm
(4 in)
minimum
Wall
Back of
cabinet
Basic Setup
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.
Setting Up the
HP Digital Entertainment Center
The basic steps to set up the HP Digital Entertainment
Center are in the Start Here booklet as follows. Your
system may be different. See the referenced sections for
detailed information on each step.
Before you begin:
■ Read “Safety Information” on page 19.
■ Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 26.
■ Refer to the Start Here booklet as a guide to connect
your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Read the important safety information before
you install the HP Digital Entertainment
Center. See “Safety Information” on page 19.
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Required steps
1
Unpack the box contents.
a Take inventory. See “Inventory” on page 31.
Identify the items included with your HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
b Identify equipment you will need that is not
supplied.
cPlace the HP Digital Entertainment Center where
you can easily reach the back panel.
2 Determine how you will connect the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to your system.
3 Connect the audio cables. See “Typical Audio
Connection” on page 40.
a Audio In (optional)
b Audio Out (to TV, AV receiver, speakers)
cDigital Audio Out
4 Connect the Video Out to the TV or display. See
“Typical Video Out Connections” on page 66.
Installation Overview29
5 Connect the TV Source 1 In and TV Source 2 In
cables. See “Typical TV Source Connections” on
page 79.
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.
11 Turn on all equipment, and then turn on the
HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Starting the
HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time”
on page 122.
12 Complete the initial startup and registration. See
“Windows Welcome” on page 125.
a Follow the onscreen instructions.
cConnect the Source 2 In audio/video cables to
cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite
receiver 2 (select models only).
d Connect the Infrared Transmitter 1 to cable TV
box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 1.
e Connect the Infrared Transmitter 2 to cable TV
box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 2
(select models only).
6 Connect the FM radio antenna. See “FM Radio
Antenna” on page 59.
7 Connect the Internet network cables. See “Typical
Network Connections” on page 110.
a DSL/cable modem to Internet (Ethernet)
b Wireless antenna
8 Pull the tab on the keyboard to activate the batteries.
See “Installing the Keyboard Batteries (Initial)” on
page 122.
9 Insert the remote control batteries. See “Installing the
Remote Control Batteries” on page 17.
10 Place the HP Digital Entertainment Center on a flat,
stable surface with the following clearances:
■ Top: 5.08 cm (2 inches)
■ Side: 2.54 cm (1 inch)
■ Back: Open cabinet
See “Safety Information” on page 19.
b Set up Media Center.
13 Optional step
(Recommended after basic setup)
Connect any additional rear panel devices.
a FireWire (IEEE 1394) device or digital video
camera. See “Peripheral Connection Overview”
on page 108.
b USB devices, such as printers or scanners
(up to 4). See “Peripheral Connection Overview”
on page 108.
14 Optional step
(Recommended after basic setup)
Connect front panel devices.
a FireWire (IEEE 1394) device or digital video
camera. See “Connecting Video Equipment” on
page 95.
b USB devices, such as printers or scanners
(up to 2). See “Peripheral Connection Overview”
on page 108.
cVCR or analog video camera. See “Connecting
Video Equipment” on page 95.
d Insert the removable hard disk drive (optional).
See “Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive”
on page 117.
Your connector locations and system components may vary.
Network Antenna” on page 111.
Installation Overview
DVD recovery
Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide.
discs (2)
Batteries:
AA (6)
2 for remote (in package).
4 for keyboard (inside keyboard).
Installation Overview31
Cables Included
Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with the following cables and adapters.
CableNameDescription
Stereo RCA, red and white ends. Used for Audio Out.
Coaxial digital audioS/PDIF. Used for Digital Audio Out.
Video (Composite)RCA, yellow ends. Used for composite Video Out or TV Source In
connector.
Infrared Transmitter (2)IR Blaster cable. Used for set-top boxes.
CoaxialUsed for TV source input from cable set-top boxes or antennas.
SCART adapterUsed to connected composite Video Out and audio to TVs that only
have a 20-pin SCART input.
AC PowerBlack AC power cord. Used to supply electricity to the HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
Additional cables are sold separately. See “Optional Cables Not Included” on page 33 for additional cables that you
may need.
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Optional Cables Not Included
You might need the following extra cables (these items are sold separately).
CableNameMax quantityDescription
Stereo and Video
(Composite)
Stereo8RCA: Red and white ends. Used for
DVI-D1Digital video out. Connect to DVI-I or
S-video4Y/C, 4-pin. Plug cable into an S-video
S-video to composite
video adapter
VGA115-pin, D-sub Analog. Used for monitor
Optical digital audio1S/PDIF. Used for Digital Audio Out.
FireWire (IEEE 1394)
digital video in/out
4RCA: Red, white, yellow ends. Used for
TV Source In connector.
Audio In/Out connectors.
DVI-D input of the HDTV- capable TV or
monitor.
connector such as S-video Video Out or
TV Source In connector.
1Used with TV source input 2 composite
video input.
or HDTV capable TV.
1
1
IEEE 1394 4-pin to 6-pin (back).
IEEE 1394 4-pin to 4-pin (front).
Installation Overview
USB6USB 2.0. Used for peripheral device
connectors.
Ethernet RJ-451Ethernet 10/100/1000. Used for
broadband Internet connection.
Coaxial Extra lengthsUsed for TV source input from cable
set-top boxes or antennas.
Installation Overview33
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):
■ Audio system equipment such as:
■ AV receiver with speakers
■ Powered speakers
■ TV speakers
■ Monitor speakers
■ Video equipment such as:
■ Monitor
■ TV
■ Video projector
■ Video output from cable/satellite box or antenna
Connecting cables
■ Broadband Internet equipment such as:
■ Cable/DSL modem (working connection required
for Media Center features, such as downloading
the Television Program Guide)
■ Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g network
■ Clean AC power (surge protector/line conditioner
recommended)
Additional equipment and cables are sold separately.
You may also need the following items (sold separately;
available at electronics stores) to fully set up your
HP Digital Entertainment Center, depending on your
system audio and video requirements:
■ Audio/Video/Network cables: See “Optional
Cables Not Included” on page 33.
■ Audio Y adapters, mini-plug to 2 RCA-plugs
(for powered speakers).
Observe the following guidelines:
■ Do not plug in the HP Digital Entertainment Center
until all connecting cables are installed.
■ Turn off power to all other equipment before
connecting cables.
34HP Digital Entertainment Center
■ Connect cables firmly to avoid hum and noise.
■ Match the color codes, for instance:
yellow — video, white — left, red — right.
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 75.
Your system may have different components. Speakers,
AV receivers, and other equipment are sold separately.
Refer to the product documentation for these products.
Stereo
Chapter Contents:
“Audio Overview” on page 36
“Typical Audio Connection” on page 40
“TV Audio Connection” on page 41
“AV Receiver Audio Connection” on page 42
“Powered Speaker Audio Connection” on page 50
“Audio In Connections” on page 58
“FM Radio Antenna” on page 59
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Connecting Audio
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Connecting Audio35
Audio Overview
Audio Output Connectors
Digital Audio OutAudio Out
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
R
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN F M ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
12
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND
SURROUND CENTER
BACK
LLL
RRR
AUDIO
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
OUT
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
DVI
ConnectorNameColorDescriptionCable
SURROUND
BACK
L
R
SURROUND
L
R
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
Surround
Back
Brown: Left
Beige: Right
SurroundBlue: Left
Gray: Right
Center
Subwoofer
Green: Center
Purple: Subwoofer
Rear speakers in a multichannel audio
eight speaker system (7.1).
Side speakers in a multichannel audio
six or eight speaker system (4.1, 5.1,
6.1, 7.1).
Center speaker and subwoofer in a
multichannel audio system (5.1, 6.1, 7.1).
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
L
R
FRONT
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
FrontWhite: Left
Coaxial
Digital Audio
Out
Optical
Digital Audio
Out
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Stereo speakers or front speakers in a
Red: Right
multichannel audio system
(2.0, 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1, 7.1).
OrangeCoaxial S/PDIF 5.1 only.
See “Configuring Audio Output” on
page 133.
Gray Optical S/PDIF 5.1 only.
See “Configuring Audio Output” on
page 133.
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 has separate Audio
In connections (analog).
The HP Digital Entertainment Center has two Digital
Audio Out connections (S/PDIF) that are coaxial and
optical. Use analog Audio 7.1 Pre-out or Digital Audio
Out connectors, but not both. Use only one Digital Audio
Out connector at a time.
The HP Digital Entertainment Center does not have Digital
Audio In connections.
Speaker Types
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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.
A stereo speaker set is a left-right, two-channel speaker
system (sold separately).
A multichannel audio speaker system has a subwoofer,
left-right front, and left-right surround channels. The system
may also include a left-right surround back channel and a
center speaker. Surround back speakers are included in
more advanced 7.1 systems. A subwoofer provides
enhanced bass sounds.
The “.1” indicates a subwoofer. For example, 7.1
channels refer to an eight-speaker mode and uses two
front speakers (left-right), two side speakers (left-right),
two rear speakers (left-right), a center speaker, and a
subwoofer.
See “Speaker Configurations” on page 38 for more
information on speaker arrangements.
Audio amplifiers
The HP Digital Entertainment Center does not supply an
amplified audio signal. You can connect the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to:
■ Passive speakers connected through a home audio
system. A home audio system does not require active
speakers because the receiver provides
amplification.
■ Active (powered) speakers directly. An active
speaker system must have its own power cord.
Connecting Audio37
Connecting Audio
Speaker Configurations
You can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported audio configurations:
Speaker
system
Home audio
system description Recommended arrangementSee:
2 (stereo)Two speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
2.1Two speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
One subwoofer
4.1Two front speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
Two side speakers:
surround left speaker,
surround right speaker
One subwoofer
Front left
speaker
Front left
speaker
Front left
speaker
Surround
left speaker
Subwoofer
Subwoofer
TV Display
TV Display
TV Display
Front right
speaker
Front right
speaker
Front right
speaker
Surround
right speaker
“2.0 Home Stereo
Installation” on
page 43
Or
“2.1 Powered
Speakers” on page 51
“2.1 Home Stereo
Installation” on
page 44
Or
“2.1 Powered
Speakers” on page 51
“4.1 Home Theater
Audio” on page 45
Or
“4.1 Powered
Speakers” on page 52
5.1Two front speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
Two side speakers:
surround left speaker,
surround right speaker
One center speaker
One subwoofer
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Front left
speaker
Surround
left speaker
Subwoofer
TV Display
Center
speaker
Front right
right speaker
speaker
Surround
“5.1 Home Theater
Audio” on page 46
Or
“5.1 Powered
Speakers” on page 53
Speaker
system
Home audio
system description Recommended arrangementSee:
6.1Two front speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
Two side speakers:
surround left speaker,
surround right speaker
One rear surround
back speaker
One center speaker
One subwoofer
7.1Two front speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
Two side speakers:
surround left speaker,
surround right speaker
Two rear speakers:
surround back left
speaker, surround back
right speaker
One center speaker
One subwoofer
Subwoofer
Front left
speaker
Surround
left speaker
Subwoofer
Front left
speaker
Surround
left speaker
Surround back
left speaker
TV Display
TV Display
Center
speaker
Front right
speaker
Surround
right speaker
Surround back speaker
Center
speaker
Front right
speaker
Surround
right speaker
Surround back
right speaker
If your 6.1 AV receiver
has only 5.1 (6) inputs,
see the following:
“5.1 Home Theater
Audio” on page 46
Or
“5.1 Powered
Speakers” on page 53
“7.1 Home Theater
Audio” on page 47
Or
“7.1 Powered
Speakers” on page 54
If your 7.1 AV receiver
has only five inputs, see
“5.1 Home Theater
Audio” on page 46
Connecting Audio
Digital
audio 5.1
Digital speakers or
digital input connector
on the audio system
Front left
speaker
Surround
left speaker
Subwoofer
TV Display
Center
speaker
Front right
right speaker
speaker
Surround
“Digital Home Theater
Audio” on page 48
Or
“Digital Powered
Speakers” on page 55
Connecting Audio39
Typical Audio Connection
Select the configuration that most closely matches your
home system.
You can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for
the following supported audio configurations:
Audio systemDescriptionSee:
TVTV, monitor or display direct audio
connection with two speakers
AV receiver Home stereo or home theater audio system
with AV receiver and passive speakers
Powered speakersAudio system with active speakers“Powered Speaker Audio Connection”
FMFM Tuner In“FM Radio Antenna” on page 59
HeadphonesSpeakers are muted on headphone
connection
Then see:
“Audio In Connections” on page 58
“Connecting Video Out” on page 61
“Configuring Audio” on page 130
“TV Audio Connection” on page 41
“AV Receiver Audio Connection” on
page 42
on page 50
“Connecting Headphones” on
page 130
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TV Audio Connection
You can connect your TV, monitor, or display audio
directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center for
two-speaker sound.
Connecting TV Audio
To connect the audio directly to a TV or monitor:
■ Connect an RCA stereo cable (White: Left;
Red: Right) from the HP Digital Entertainment Center
back panel Audio Out connector to a TV Audio In
connector.
The following diagram shows a basic TV audio installation:
TV
AUDIO IN
If your TV has multiple inputs, you can use your TV as a
switch for audio and video.
Refer to the Start Here booklet that came with the
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
For additional information on connecting the speakers,
refer to the documentation that came with your speakers
and AV receiver.
TV
AUDIO/VIDEO IN
SCART
adapter
*
Basic TV audio setup (2.0)
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
L
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND
SURROUND CENTER
BACK
LLL
RR
AUDIO
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
OUT
Choose one
FRONT
R
SUB
WOOFER
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Used to connect
*
audio and video to
Connecting Audio
TVs that only have a
20-pin SCART input.
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
DVI
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN
FM ANTENNA IN
75
Ω
DUAL
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
COAXIAL
TUNER
12
Connecting Audio41
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.
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You can also connect video through your AV
receiver or to your TV directly.
AV Receiver Equipment Overview
Select the configuration that most closely
matches your home system. See:
“2.0 Home Stereo Installation” on page 43
“2.1 Home Stereo Installation” on page 44
“4.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 45
“5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 46
“7.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 47
You can also use a digital connection.
“Digital Home Theater Audio” on page 48
You can connect audio and video from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center, through an AV receiver, to the TV
input.
Use this method to connect AV receivers or audio-only
home receiver/amplifiers that have standard RCA-type
input connectors. You may have to select a front
panel button on your AV receiver to switch
audio inputs to hear sound.
Use the 2.1 configuration for multichannel AV receivers
that have only left and right audio inputs.
Connecting a home stereo to an HP Digital Entertainment
Center typically requires audio cables that are long
enough to connect from the HP Digital Entertainment
Center to the stereo or AV receiver. Additional cables are
sold separately.
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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.
AUDIO IN
LR
2 Channel
AV Receiver
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
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.
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
DVI
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
12
Connecting Audio
2.0 audio system connection
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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 have left and right audio inputs.
AV receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be
labeled CD, DVD, or DVD In.
AUDIO IN
LR
2.1 Channel
AV Receiver
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.
n
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
WOOFER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
2.1 multichannel audio system connection
44HP Digital Entertainment Center
VIDEOOUT
FRONT
VIDEO
SUB
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
DVI
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
R
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
12
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.
AV receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be
labeled Surround, 4.1 or 4 Channel inputs, CD, DVD,
or DVD In.
AUDIO IN
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.
4.1 Channel AV Receiver
n
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
WOOFER
4.1 multichannel audio system connection
Connecting Audio
VIDEOOUT
FRONT
VIDEO
SUB
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
DVI
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
75Ω
DUAL
COAXIAL
TUNER
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
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Connecting Audio45
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.
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.
AV receiver audio input connectors may be labeled
Surround, 5.1 or 6 Channel Inputs, DVD, Ext. In, or
Multichannel Inputs.
AUDIO IN
Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD
audio settings must be changed for proper
audio setup. Go to “Configuring Audio
Output” on page 133 and note your speaker
configuration choice for later software setup
steps.
n
5.1 Channel AV Receiver
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
5.1 multichannel audio system connection
46HP Digital Entertainment Center
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
DVI
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75
COAXIAL
12
Ω
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.
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 46.
n
Some AV receivers can generate (upmix) the
7.1 audio with 5.1 channels. Refer to your AV
receiver product documentation.
AUDIO IN
Center
Surr. Back Surround
SubFront
AV receiver audio input connectors may be labeled
Surround, 7.1 or 8 Channel inputs, DVD, Ext. In, or
Multichannel Inputs.
n
Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD
audio settings must be changed for proper
audio setup. Go to “Configuring Audio
Output” on page 133 and note your speaker
configuration choice for later software setup
steps.
7.1 Channel AV Receiver
Connecting Audio
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
7.1 multichannel audio system connection
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
DVI
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
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Connecting Audio47
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. If you have both
cables, connect only one cable. Do not connect analog
multichannel speaker outputs if you connect the digital
output.
■ Insert optical cords straight in until they click into
place.
■ Do not bend or tie optical cords.
To connect digital audio from your HP Digital
Entertainment Center to an AV receiver:
1 Connect the Digital Audio Out connector on the back
panel of your HP Digital Entertainment Center to the
Digital Input (S/PDIF) on your AV receiver or digital
audio system.
n
Some AV receivers can generate (upmix) the
7.1 audio with 5.1 channels. Refer to your AV
receiver product documentation.
The following diagram shows a typical advanced home
theater audio six-channel 5.1 speaker installation that
requires a digital input on an AV receiver. This is only a
suggested configuration. Your system may be different,
such as having more speakers.
n
Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD
audio settings must be changed for proper
audio setup. Go to “Configuring Audio
Output” on page 133 and note your speaker
configuration choice for later software setup
steps.
2 Select the AV receiver input.
3 Use the AV receiver to adjust the volume.
48HP Digital Entertainment Center
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
Coaxial Optical
Recommended
for best digital
audio experience
5.1 Channel AV Receiver
Choose one
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
R
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Digital Audio Out
Digital 5.1 multichannel audio system connection
VIDEOOUT
Do Not Remove
Pb
Pr
Y
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
DVI
TV SOURCE 1 IN
R
L
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75
COAXIAL
12
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Connecting Audio
Connecting Audio49
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).
Y adapter cables
The HP Digital Entertainment Center has RCA-type output
connectors. You may need to connect Y adapter cables
between your HP Digital Entertainment Center analog
audio output and your powered speaker inputs. You can
also use them for audio inputs depending on your
equipment.
Use Y adapter cables with one female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch)
stereo mini-jack on one end and two male RCA
connectors on the other end. These cables are sold
separately.
Select the configuration that most closely
matches your home system. See:
“2.1 Powered Speakers” on page 51
“4.1 Powered Speakers” on page 52
“5.1 Powered Speakers” on page 53
“7.1 Powered Speakers” on page 54
You can also use a digital connection.
“Digital Powered Speakers” on page 55
Select the cable that most closely matches
your home system:
2.1 speaker system: 1 Y adapter cable
4.1 speaker system: 2 Y adapter cables
5.1 speaker system: 3 Y adapter cables
7.1 speaker system: 4 Y adapter cables
The number of Y adapter cables you need to connect to
your home stereo system depends on the number of
speakers you install.
50HP Digital Entertainment Center
n
Y adapter cables and extension cables are
sold separately.
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
cable (sold separately) to the Front Right and Front
Left Audio Out connectors on the back of your
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
2 Connect the female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch) mini-jack end
of the Y adapter cable to the Audio Line In cable of
the speaker amplifier.
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
speaker documentation.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
Subwoofer
AC
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
DVI
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
Connecting Audio
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2.1 powered speaker installation
Connecting Audio51
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
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.
AC
2 Connect the female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch) mini-jack end
of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the
speaker amplifier.
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
speaker documentation.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
Subwoofer
AUDIO IN
L
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
R
AUDIO
OUT
4.1 powered speaker installation
52HP Digital Entertainment Center
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND
SURROUND CENTER
BACK
LLL
RR
SUB
WOOFER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
FRONT
R
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
DVI
TV SOURCE 1 IN
R
L
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
12
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
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.
AC
2 Connect the female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch) mini-jack end
of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the
speaker amplifier.
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
speaker documentation.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
Subwoofer
Center Speaker
Connecting Audio
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
Typical 5.1 powered speaker installation
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
DVI
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
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Connecting Audio53
7.1 Powered Speakers
You can install a 7.1 audio system to your HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
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:
1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter
cables to the Audio Out connectors Front Right, Front
Left, Center, Surround Right, Surround Left, Surround
Back on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment
Center.
2 Connect the female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch) mini-jack end
of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the
speaker amplifier.
AC
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
speaker documentation.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
n
Some powered speakers can generate
(upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 input
channels. Refer to your product
documentation.
Subwoofer
Center Speaker
AUDIO IN
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND
SURROUND CENTER
BACK
L
LLL
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
RRR
AUDIO
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
OUT
Typical 7.1 powered speaker installation
54HP Digital Entertainment Center
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
DVI
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
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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.
Do not connect analog multichannel speaker outputs if
you connect the digital output.
You can connect either the coaxial or optical digital audio
cable, depending on your system. If you have both
cables, connect one cable only.
■ Insert optical cords straight in until they click into
place.
■ Do not bend or tie optical cords.
Some powered speakers can generate
(upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 input
channels. Refer to your product
documentation.
n
Connecting Audio55
Connecting Audio
To connect six-channel (5.1 speaker) digital output to a
speaker digital input:
2 Connect the digital audio coaxial or optical cable to
the speakers.
1 Connect a digital audio coaxial or optical cable to
a Digital Audio Out connector on the back of your
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
Coaxial Optical
Choose one
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
R
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
speaker documentation.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Y
Do Not Remove
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
DVI
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
R
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75
COAXIAL
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Digital powered speaker installation (5.1 shown)
56HP Digital Entertainment Center
Monitor Speakers
You can connect powered monitor speakers directly to
your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
You may need Y adapter cables.
You can:
■ Connect simple left/right stereo 2.0 powered
monitor speakers.
Or
■ Connect two powered speakers and a subwoofer for
2.1 monitor speaker output.
n
Monitor speaker configurations and
connections may vary. Your system may be
different.
Monitor
Connecting Audio
Audio Out
AUDIO IN
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND
SURROUND CENTER
BACK
L
LLL
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
R
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
RRR
AUDIO
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
OUT
Monitor speaker installation (2.0 shown)
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Y
Do Not Remove
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
DVI
TV SOURCE 1 IN
R
L
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENN A IN
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
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Connecting Audio57
Audio In Connections
You can connect your existing home stereo or home
theater audio equipment, such as a tape player or
turntable, to your HP Digital Entertainment Center using
the Audio In stereo connectors on the back panel.
Audio In
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RRR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
The Audio In connection can be used in conjunction with
sound recording software (application software sold
separately) to record audio from other external
equipment.
The following diagram shows a typical Audio In stereo
connection. This is only a suggested configuration. Your
system may be different.
Turntable
OUT
or Tape Player
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
DVI
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM A NTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
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Audio In stereo connection
n
A turntable might require special phono
inputs through a mixer.
58HP Digital Entertainment Center
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).
2 You may want to extend the ends of the cable to
improve your FM radio signal reception.
802.11 b/g
ENNA
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
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O S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
ANSMITTER OUT
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TUNER
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The following diagram shows typical FM antenna
connections:
■ Indoor antenna
Or
■ Rooftop antenna (sold separately)
This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may
be different.
FM Antenna
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
SURROUND
BACK
L
LLL
R
RR
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
SURROUND CENTER
HI SPEED USB 2.0ETHERNET1394
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
R
VIDEOOUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO COMPONENT
10/ 100/ 1000
Do Not Remove
Y
Pb
Pr
VGA
FM radio antenna cable external or internal connection
DVI
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN
FM ANTENNA IN
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COAXIAL
TUNER
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S-VIDEOAUDIO
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Connecting Audio59
Connecting Audio
60HP Digital Entertainment Center
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. Your system may
have different equipment.
TV
Chapter Contents:
“Video Out Overview” on page 62
“Typical Video Out Connections” on page 66
“Video Out to TV” on page 67
“Video Out from AV Receiver to TV” on page 69
“Video Out to Monitor” on page 71
“Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 72
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Connecting Video Out
Connecting Video Out61
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:
■ Video (composite)
■ S-video
■ 20-pin SCART (using provided adapter)
High definition capable plasma, LCD, or HDTV
display:
■ Video (composite)
■ S-video
■ VGA
■ DVI
Monitor:
■ VGA
■ DVI
The type of video cable you need depends on your TV:
■ If your TV has a composite video jack, you may need
a composite video cable.
■ If your TV 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 TV has a 20-pin SCART input, use the
composite video output and the provided SCART
adapter. See “Using the SCART Adapter” on
page 65.
To connect a TV to the HP Digital Entertainment Center,
you may need a video cable and an audio cable. Use
a video cable to connect the Video Out on the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to your TV Video In. These cables
are included in the box. You may need other or
additional cables, depending on your TV or monitor.
When using an AV receiver, the Video Out cable can be
connected directly to a TV and just the audio is connected
and switched through an AV receiver, or video and audio
are connected and switched through an AV receiver.
When using an AV receiver, do not switch video types
such as connecting a Composite Out to a Component In.
Not all AV receivers support signal conversion.
62HP Digital Entertainment Center
Video Out Connectors
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
R
L
AUDIO
TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOAUDIO
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
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100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
L
R
AUDIO
OUT
SURROUND
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
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VIDEO
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VIDEO
Video (composite) RCA jackYellow
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Black
4-pin
S-VIDEO
OUT
VGA Analog:
Blue
15-pin D-sub
Video Out
VGA
DVI
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Digital Video Out (DVI) Digital:
29-pin D-sub
DVI-I
Or
Analog:
Video Out
White
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Connecting Video Out63
TV Display Overview
The HP Digital Entertainment Center allows you to
connect to a TV to view the monitor image on a TV
screen. With the TV connected, you can view the
HP Digital Entertainment Center image, watch TV or
DVD movies, or play games on your TV. See “Video Out
to TV and Monitor” on page 72.
You must manually set up dual displays. Only
either the TV or monitor, not both, will display after initial
turn on. See “Dual screen” on page 136.
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.
You must select the correct input and output on the AV
receiver front panel or remote control to hear sound and
see video.
TV: 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.
If your TV has multiple input connections, then it has a
front panel input switch.
You must select the correct input and output on the TV
front panel or remote control to hear sound and see
video.
Monitor: 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 to switch.
If your monitor has multiple input and output connections,
then it has a front panel input switch and output switch.
You must select the correct input and output on the
monitor front panel to hear sound and see video.
n
If your video 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 video equipment front panel or
remote control to hear sound and see video.
64HP Digital Entertainment Center
Using the Remote Control with Your TV
You can use the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote
control to change channels and adjust volume if you have
a cable box or satellite receiver, have installed the
Infrared Transmitter cable, and have configured the
remote control after initial turn on.
Always point the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote
control at the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel.
The infrared remote sensor, behind the front panel
window, receives signals from the remote control.
The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes one or two
Infrared Transmitter cables (IR blaster) that are required to
control one or two set-top boxes. You must carefully
position the Infrared Transmitter cable tip on the set-top
box to ensure the set-top box receives the IR signal from
the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Infrared
Transmitter Installation” on page 92.
Using the SCART Adapter
The supplied SCART adapter enables you to connect the
composite video output of your HP Digital Entertainment
Center to TVs that only accept a 20-pin SCART input.
In addition to the composite video input, the SCART
adapter enables you to connect left and right channel
audio signals to your TV.
The SCART adapter is shown in the following graphic.
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Connecting Video Out65
Connecting Video Out
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.
Display/video configurationSee:
From HP Digital Entertainment Center to TV through a
direct connection or SCART adapter
From HP Digital Entertainment Center through an AV
receiver, to a TV
From HP Digital Entertainment Center to a monitor
through a direct connection
From HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV and
monitor, dual-display option
(You must manually set dual displays.)
Other Video Equipment“Connecting Video Equipment” on page 95
These are only suggested configurations. Your system
may be different. Select the configuration that most
closely matches your home system.
You may set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for
the following supported configurations:
“Video Out to TV” on page 67
“Using the SCART Adapter” on page 65
“Video Out from AV Receiver to TV” on page 69
“Video Out to Monitor” on page 71
“Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 72
Then see:
“Connecting TV Source In” on page 75
“Configuring Video” on page 135
66HP Digital Entertainment Center
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.
(If your TV uses a 20-pin SCART input, use the composite
video output and the provided SCART adapter. See
“Using the SCART Adapter” on page 65.)
Standard
definition
TV
Video
(composite)
S-video S-video
High
definition
displayMonitor
Video
(composite)
VGA VGA
DVI DVI
n
If the S-video and composite Video Out
connections are not connected to a TV or
video input when the HP Digital
Entertainment Center is turned on, the
S-video and composite jacks turn off
automatically and you see no picture.
You must restart to ensure Video Out
connection to your TV or AV receiver. Press
and hold down the On/Standby (power)
button for 4 seconds to turn off your
HP Digital Entertainment Center. After it shuts
down, press the On/Standby button to turn
on your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Equipment: The TV and some cables are sold
separately. Refer to the documentation that came with
your TV/display. You can also connect a video projector
using this procedure.
Configuration: You can adjust the TV display, after
initial turn on, using the Media Center software. See
“Initial Configuration” on page 121.
Procedure: Connect a video cable from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel Video Out directly to the
TV Video In.
Connecting Video Out
Connecting Video Out67
.
TV IN
SCART
adapter
S-video
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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.
Connectors: Choose a Video Out connector and
corresponding cable that attaches to the back of your TV.
(If your TV uses a 20-pin SCART input, use the composite
video output and the provided SCART adapter. See
“Using the SCART Adapter” on page 65.)
Standard
definition
TV
Video
(composite)
S-video S-video
Equipment: The TV, AV receiver, and some cables are
sold separately. See the documentation that came with
your TV and AV receiver.
High
definition
displayMonitor
Video
(composite)
VGA VGA
DVI DVI
Procedure:
1 Connect a video cable from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel Video Out to the
AV r e c e i ver Vi d e o In.
2 Connect a video cable from the AV receiver Video
Out to the TV Video In.
Use the same connector type if your AV
receiver does not support cross-connecting.
n
If the S-video and composite Video Out
connections are not connected to a TV or
video input when the HP Digital
Entertainment Center is turned on, the
S-video and composite jacks will turn
off automatically.
You must restart to ensure Video Out
connection to your TV or AV receiver. Press
and hold down the On/Standby (power)
button for 4 seconds to turn off your
HP Digital Entertainment Center. After it shuts
down, press the On/Standby button to turn
on your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Configuration: You can adjust the TV display, after
initial turn on, using the Media Center software settings.
See “Initial Configuration” on page 121.
n
If your TV and AV receiver have multiple
input and output connections, then they have
front panel input and output switches.
You must select the correct input and output
from the TV and AV receiver front panel or
remote control to hear sound and see video.
Connecting Video Out
Connecting Video Out69
.
TV IN
Choose one and
S-video
Video
keep same type
as AV Receiver In
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70HP Digital Entertainment Center
Video Out to 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.
Connectors: For a monitor, choose one of the following
Video Out connectors and cables:
■ VGA
■ DVI
n
If your monitor has multiple input
connections, then it has a front panel input
switch. You must select the correct input from
the monitor front panel to hear sound and
see video.
Equipment: The monitor and some cables may not be
included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See the
documentation that came with your monitor.
Configuration: You can adjust the monitor display,
after initial turn on, using the Media Center software. See
“Initial Configuration” on page 121.
Procedure: Connect a monitor video cable from the
HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Video Out
directly to the monitor Video In.
MONITOR IN
VGA
DVI
Choose one
Monitor out
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
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TV SOURCE 1 IN
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Connecting Video Out71
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.
Connectors: Choose Video Out connectors and
corresponding cables that attach to the back of your TV
and monitor. (If your TV uses a 20-pin SCART input, use
the composite video output and the provided SCART
adapter. See “Using the SCART Adapter” on page 65.)
Standard
definition
TV
Video
(composite)
S-video S-video
You can use the following combinations to connect your
TV and monitor:
If one display
uses:
VGA OutVideo Out (composite)
DVI OutVideo Out (composite)
High
definition
displayMonitor
Video
(composite)
VGA VGA
DVI DVI
The other display
can use:
S-video Out
DVI Out
S-video Out
VGA Out
Equipment: The TV, monitor, and some cables may not
be included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See
the documentation that came with your TV and monitor.
Configuration: You can adjust the TV and monitor
displays, after initial turn on, using the Media Center.
software. See “Initial Configuration” on page 121.
Procedure:
1 Connect a monitor video cable from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel Video Out directly
to the monitor Video In. Use the VGA or DVI Video
Out connectors.
2 Connect your TV to the HP Digital Entertainment
Center back panel. Use the Video (composite),
or S-video Video Out connectors for standard
definition TVs.
3 After initial turn on, you will need to activate dual
displays. See “Dual screen” on page 136.
n
If the S-video and Video (composite)
Video Out connections are not connected
to a TV or video input when the HP Digital
Entertainment Center is turned on, the S-video
and composite jacks will turn off
automatically.
You must restart to ensure Video Out
connection to your TV or AV receiver. Press
and hold down the On/Standby (power)
button for 4 seconds to turn off your
HP Digital Entertainment Center. After it shuts
down, press the On/Standby button to turn
on your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
You cannot view a combination of Video (composite) and
S-video Video Out at the same time with dual displays.
72HP Digital Entertainment Center
n
If your TV or monitor has multiple input
connections, select the correct input on the
TV or monitor.
.
Choose one
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Connecting Video Out
Connecting Video Out73
74HP Digital Entertainment Center
Connecting TV Source In
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.
The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many
different video source input options, connections, and
set-top-box configurations, such as a cable box or satellite
receiver. Your home system may have different
components.
Cable
Set-top box
Infrared Transmitter
On/Standby
“TV Source Overview” on page 76
“Typical TV Source Connections” on page 79
“Antenna Connection” on page 80
“Satellite Connection” on page 86
“Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 90
For additional information on connecting the
cable box or satellite receiver, refer to the
documentation that came with your
equipment and the Start Here booklet.
Chapter Contents:
n
Connecting TV Source In
HP Digital Entertainment Center
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Connecting TV Source In75
TV Source Overview
TV Signal Source Overview
You must connect a TV signal to the HP Digital
Entertainment Center for proper operation.
TV Sources
The back panel connectors are TV Source 1 In and
TV Source 2 In:
■ For a cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite
receiver use TV Source 1 In or TV Source 2 In (select
models only).
■ For an analog cable RF coaxial connector use
Cable/antenna In. For dual-tuner systems, the
Cable/antenna In RF connector splits internally.
A set-top cable TV box is provided by your cable TV
provider to unscramble premium channels.
For Dual Tuner configurations, both TV sources must be of
the same type: either cable TV, digital cable TV, satellite
TV, or antenna. The TV sources must also have the same,
identical channel lineup; for example, if you are using
two satellite TV sources they must provide the exact same
channels. All TV viewing and scheduling is provided
through the Television Program Guide in Media Center,
so both TV sources must have identical Television Program
Guides.
The back panel TV Source connectors are:
■ TV Source 1 In
■ TV Source 2 In (select models only)
■ Cable/Antenna In RF
The HP Digital Entertainment Center records television
and allows you to control the television channels. The
HP Digital Entertainment Center has two tuner
configurations available:
Single-tuner
TV Source
1In
Dual-tuner
option TV
Source 2 In
A single tuner allows you to watch or
record one program only.
You can have dual TV inputs, if your
HP Digital Entertainment Center
includes the two TV tuner option. You
can watch a show on one channel
while Media Center records another
show on a different channel. Or you
can record two different programs at
the same time, using two tuners.
76HP Digital Entertainment Center
TV Source Connectors Overview
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.
The type of video cable you need depends on your
set-top box:
■ If your set-top box has an S-video jack, you need an
S-video cable to connect the HP Digital Entertainment
Center to your set-top box. An S-video cable
provides separate color and black-and-white image
signals, and delivers a sharper image than a
composite video cable.
■ If your set-top box has a composite video jack, you
need a composite video cable.
■ If you are connecting dual set-top box sources to the
HP Digital Entertainment Center dual tuner with a
composite video connection, use a composite to
S-video adapter (sold separately) on TV Source 2 in.
You may need other or additional cables, depending on
your TV signal source.
Connecting TV Source In
Connecting TV Source In77
TV Source Connectors
A
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
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DVI
ItemConnectorTypeColorCable
TV SOURCE 1
R
AUDIO
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Audio TV Source 1 InRCA jacksWhite: Left
Red: Right
Video (composite)
RCA jackYellow
TV Source 1 In
S-VIDEOVIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
CABLE/ANT. IN FM
S-video (4-pin)
TV Source 1 In
Cable/Antenna In
Y/C video
Black
Analog 4-pin
CoaxialSilver
With internal splitter to
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Audio TV Source 2 In
(Select models only)
2 IN
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(select models only)
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78HP Digital Entertainment Center
RCA jacks White: Left
Red: Right
Y/C video
Black
Analog 4-pin
Silver
mm (1/8 inch)
mini-jacks
Typical TV Source Connections
These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different.
Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system:
Display/video
TV source type
AntennaFrom antennaTV Antenna In“Antenna” on page 80
configurationConnectorSee:
CableCable directly from the wall
(without a cable TV set-top box
or digital cable receiver)
One cable TV set-top box or
digital cable receiver
Two cable TV set-top boxes, or
digital cable receivers
SatelliteOne satellite receiverTV Source 1 In
Two satellite receiversTV Source 1 In
Then see:
“Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 90 (cable TV box, digital cable receiver, or satellite receiver only)
TV Antenna In“Cable Only” on page 81
TV Source 1 In
Or
TV Antenna In
TV Source 1 In
TV Source 2 In
Or
TV Antenna In
TV Source 2 In
“One Cable TV Box or
Digital Cable Receiver” on
page 82
“Two Cable TV Boxes, or
Two Digital Cable
Receivers” on page 84
“One Satellite Receiver” on
page 86
“Two Satellite Receivers” on
page 88
Connecting TV Source In
“Connecting Video Equipment” on page 95
Connecting TV Source In79
Antenna Connection
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
Antenna
:
If you are using a 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:
Roof TV Antenna
1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from
your external or internal TV antenna into
the TV Antenna In connector on the back of
the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
2 Gently push the connector to ensure a good
connection.
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
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TV signal source — TV antenna
.
80HP Digital Entertainment Center
Cable Only
If you are using a standard cable without a set-top box or
digital cable receiver, do the following to connect the TV
signal source:
1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from
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.
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
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SURROUND
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2 Gently push the connector to ensure a good
connection.
.
Cable
From
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TV signal source (cable)
Connecting TV Source In81
One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver
Connect the 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.
2 Connect a video cable:
a Choose a video out connector:
■ Coaxial (RF)
■ Video (composite)
■ S-video
b Connect the video cable from the set-top
box or digital cable receiver back panel Video
Output connector.
cConnect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In
connector.
3 Connect stereo audio cables (skip this step if using
coaxial [RF]):
a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver
back panel Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out
left (white) connectors.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
4 Connect the set-top box Infrared Transmitter cable
(required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter
Connection” on page 90.
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TV signal source — one cable TV or digital cable box
Connecting TV Source In83
Two Cable TV Boxes, or
Two Digital Cable Receivers
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 tuners’ TV Source 1 and TV
Source 2.
If you are using two matching set-top cable boxes or
digital cable receivers with S-video or composite video
output, do the following:
1 Make sure that:
■ Cable TV box: A coaxial cable connector
from your cable source (wall) is plugged into
a cable splitter (provided), then into each cable
set-top box In connector. This setup is similar to
the illustration “TV signal source — two digital
cable boxes” on page 85.
■ Digital cable receiver: A coaxial cable
connector from two cable sources (wall) is
plugged into each digital cable receiver IN
connector. See “TV signal source — two digital
cable boxes” on page 85.
2 Connect a video cable for set-top box 1.
a Choose a Video Out connector:
■ Video (composite)
■ S-video
b Connect the video cable from the
set-top box or digital cable receiver back
panel video output connector.
cConnect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In
connector.
3 Connect stereo audio cables for set-top box 1 (skip
this step if using coaxial [RF]):
a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver
back Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left
(white) connectors.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
4 Connect a video cable for set-top box 2:
a Choose a video out connector; use the same type
as set-top box 1:
■ Video (composite)
■ S-video
b Connect the video cable from the
set-top box or digital cable receiver back
panel video output connector.
cConnect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In
connector.
5 Connect stereo audio cables for set-top box 2 (skip
this step if using coaxial [RF]):
a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver
back Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left
(white) connectors.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 2 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
84HP Digital Entertainment Center
6 Connect the set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter cable
(required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter
Connection” on page 90.
.
Cable From WallCable From Wall
7 Connect the set-top box 2 Infrared Transmitter cable
(required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter
Connection” on page 90.
Source 1
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TV signal source — two digital cable boxes
Connecting TV Source In85
Satellite Connection
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
One Satellite Receiver
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.
a Choose a Video Out connector:
■ Coaxial (RF)
■ Video (composite)
■ S-video
b Connect the video cable from the
satellite receiver back panel video output
connector.
cConnect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In
connector.
3 Connect stereo audio cables (skip this step if using
coaxial [RF]):
a From the satellite receiver back panel Audio Out
right (red) connector and Audio Out left (white)
connectors.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
4 Connect the satellite receiver Infrared Transmitter
cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter
Connection” on page 90.
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Coaxial
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
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DIGITAL
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R
TV SOURCE 2 IN
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AUDIO
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TV signal source — one satellite receiver
Connecting TV Source In87
Two Satellite Receivers
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.
If you are using two matching satellite receivers 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 two cable outputs, and
each satellite receiver In connector.
2 Connect a video cable for satellite receiver 1:
a Choose a Video Out connector:
■ Video (composite)
■ S-video
b Connect the video cable from the
satellite receiver back panel video output
connector.
4 Connect a video cable for satellite receiver 2:
a Choose a video out connector, use the same type
as satellite receiver 1:
■ Video (composite)
■ S-video
b Connect the video cable from the
satellite receiver back panel video output
connector.
cConnect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In
connector.
5 Connect stereo audio cables for satellite receiver 2
(skip this step if using coaxial [RF]):
a From the satellite receiver back panel Audio Out
right (red) connector and Audio Out left (white)
connectors.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 2 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
cConnect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In
connector.
3 Connect stereo audio cables for satellite receiver 1
(skip this step if using coaxial [RF]):
a From the satellite receiver back panel Audio Out
right (red) connector and the Audio Out left
(white) connectors.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
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6 Connect the satellite receiver 1 Infrared Transmitter
cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter
Connection” on page 90.
7 Connect the satellite receiver 2 Infrared Transmitter
cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter
Connection” on page 90.
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Satellite Receiver 2
Infrared Transmitter
Note: Connect same
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TV signal source — two satellite receivers (select models only)
Connecting TV Source In89
Infrared Transmitter Connection
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.
The remote control sends commands to the HP Digital
Entertainment Center, which relays these commands via
the Infrared Transmitter control cables to the cable box or
satellite receiver.
The Infrared Transmitter control cable has a sender
tip (IR Blaster) that attaches to the front of the cable box
(or other set-top box) and plugs into the back of the
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
You must carefully position the Infrared Transmitter control
cable sender tip on to the set-top box front panel to
ensure the set-top box receives the signal.
The remote receiver is on the front of the cable box,
digital cable box, or satellite receiver. It receives Infrared
commands from your cable box remote control or from
the Infrared Transmitter cable. The remote receiver is
sometimes hidden behind a panel of dark, transparent
plastic. You can use a flashlight to locate it. For more
information about the remote receiver, refer to the
documentation for your cable box, digital cable box, or
satellite receiver.
n
The Infrared Transmitter connection is
required for a signal with a set-top box.
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 IR remote receiver area may be behind an
obvious window on the set-top box.
■ Use the set-top box remote control to locate its IR
remote receiver area: Hold the remote control
very close (within 2.54 centimeters/1 inch) and
press a remote button to change the channel or
power off the box. As you push a button,
gradually move the remote control across the
front of the box until the box responds.
■ Hold a flashlight close to the front of the set-top
box, and look for a transparent window with a
small box inside. Test the area by holding the box
remote close to the window and pushing a button
until the box responds.
3 Use a piece of tape to temporarily hold the Infrared
Transmitter cable tip over the set-top box IR remote
receiver area while you test the function.
4 Plug the Infrared Transmitter cable into the Infrared
Transmitter connector on the back of the HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
5 Test the operation by pointing the HP Digital
Entertainment Center remote control at the HP Digital
Entertainment Center IR receiver and pressing a
channel button. (Be sure you use the HP Digital
Entertainment Center remote and point it at the
HP Digital Entertainment Center.)
6 For permanent attachment, remove the paper from
the Infrared Transmitter cable tip, and press the tip
onto the IR remote receiver area on the set-top box.
7 Repeat these steps for the second set-top box.
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The following illustration shows the Infrared Transmitter installation.
Attach
to IR window
Remove tape
Cable or Satellite
Set-top box
Infrared Transmitter
Connecting TV Source In
WIRELESS LAN 802.11 b/g
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
TV SOURCE 1 IN
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TV SOURCE 2 IN
RL
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Connecting TV Source In93
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