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HP Media Center PC

Getting Started Guide

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Table of Contents......................................... iii

Before Getting Started.................................. 1

PC Setup Tips....................................................................... 1

Utility Programs.................................................................... 1

Important Safety Information About Your HP Media Center PC... 2

Safety and Comfort............................................................... 2

Online Guides .....................................................................2

Starting the PC for the First Time............................................. 2

Selecting an Internet Service Provider...................................... 3

HP Products Work Better Together ..........................................3

Transferring Old PC Information to a New PC.......................... 3

Protecting the PC .................................................................. 4

Installing Software ................................................................4

Setting Up the PC ......................................... 5

Front-Panel PC Connectors..................................................... 5

Back-Panel PC Connectors ..................................................... 6

Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the PC ........................9

Connecting to Other Devices ..............................................10

Connecting the Television Signal ................. 11

Using TV Cables................................................................. 11

Audio and Video Cables Included ........................................ 11

Optional Audio and Video Cables Not Included ....................12

Using the Analog Video Cable............................................. 13

Connecting the TV Signal Source ......................................... 15

Connecting the Remote Sensor ............................................. 16

Connecting the TV Signal Source

When You Have an Existing Setup................................... 17

Using the TV as a Monitor ...................................................22

Using the Media Center Setup Wizard for

Optional Setup of Your TV Display...................................24

Changing the Display for a GeForce 6600 Graphics Card...... 25

Changing the Display for an ATI Graphics Card ....................25

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options.... 29

Sound Connector Types.......................................................29

Speaker Configurations .......................................................31

Connecting 2/2.1 Audio Speakers .......................................32

Connecting 4.1 Audio Speakers...........................................33

Connecting 5.1 Audio Speakers...........................................34

Connecting 7.1 Audio Speakers...........................................36

Connecting 7.1 Speakers to a Sound Card............................37

Connecting the PC to a Home Audio System ..........................38

Connecting Digital Audio ....................................................42

Configuring Audio Output ...................................................43

Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel

Sound Manager.............................................................44

Sound Effect Manager.........................................................46

Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager ............47

Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card........................49

Configuring Audio for Media Center.....................................50

Configuring Audio for WinDVD Player ..................................50

Using Headphones .............................................................51

Resolving Sound Issues ........................................................52

Using the PC Hardware.............................. 53

Using the Keyboard ...........................................................53

Special Keyboard Buttons ...................................................53

Using the Remote Control ....................................................55

Memory Card Reader .........................................................56

Using Your Storage or Docking Bay ......................................59

Connecting the Wireless LAN...............................................64

Troubleshooting ......................................... 65

Audio................................................................................65

Video................................................................................65

System and Hardware.........................................................67

Index......................................................... 69

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iv HP Media Center PC User’s Guide

This guide can help you get started using your new HP Media Center PC. You may want to browse some of the other documentation that came with your HP Media Center PC.

1 Read the “Safety Information” section in the

documentation that came with your PC.

2 Identify the items included with your HP Media

Center PC.

PC Setup Tips

Before Getting Started

3 Follow the setup information that came with

your PC to connect your PC.

4 Read this guide for information about using

your HP Media Center PC.

A warning describes information you need to avoid possible personal injury or damage to equipment or data.

Read and follow all warnings.

Choosing a PC setup location

If you intend to connect your PC 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 PC.

Choosing a display

HP recommends using a PC monitor to initially set up the PC because it may be difficult to view text and images on a TV due to the higher resolution of

Microsoft

Using additional video cables

If you plan to connect your TV to the PC, you may need additional cables that are not included with your PC. HP Media Center PC models have different video output options, depending on your PC model. The options are: S-Video, composite video, component, VGA, and DVI. For best video quality use the DVI then VGA, then component option (only available on a digital TV). The next best option is Svideo, followed by composite video. Check the

Windows® XP.

documentation that came with your PC and TV to determine which cables you need. HP does not recommend video cable lengths over 1.5 meters (4.9 feet).

Using additional sound cables

If you plan to connect the PC audio to an amplifier or a TV, you may need additional sound cables that are not included with your PC. Your PC is able to output sound in several modes. Your PC has 3.5 mm female stereo headphone jacks for most outputs. Many amplifiers have RCA inputs. You need one

3.5 mm male-to-RCA stereo cable for stereo sound. You need three 3.5 mm male-to-RCA cables for surround sound. Check the documentation that came with your audio equipment for the best input method.

Using a video game console

If you are using a video game console device, HP recommends that you connect it directly to your display device using video signal switching hardware (not included) or connect it to a separate TV, rather than connecting it directly to the PC.

A note describes important information you need.

Component video output is available on select models only.

Utility Programs

HP provides special utility programs in the PC Help & Tools folder that display support

information and initiate Application or System Recovery.

Before Getting Started 1

To find these programs, click Start, choose All Programs, PC Help & Tools, and then select a program or folder.

Updates from HP

HP may send updated information or patches to your desktop (not available in all countries/regions). You must be connected to the Internet to receive

these updates. If you have turned off the Updates from HP feature, you will not receive these updates. To turn it back on, click Start, choose All

Programs, PC Help & Tools, Updates from HP, and Re-enable Updates from HP.

Please read the “Safety Information” section in the other documentation that came with your PC before installing and connecting your PC to the electrical power system.

Important Safety Information About Your HP Media Center PC

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).

Safety and Comfort

After assembling your PC, but before using it, make sure the computer and your work area are properly set up to maintain your comfort and productivity. See the Safety & Comfort Guide for important ergonomic information. Click Start, choose All

Programs, PC Help & Tools, and then click Safety & Comfort Guide.

You can find important ergonomic information on the Internet. Just type http://www.hp.com/ergo into your Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the keyboard.

Online Guides

You can find online guides and information for your PC. To view online manuals for your PC, go to the Support Web address that is listed in the other documentation that came with your PC, and then search for your product name and number.

Online manuals are associated with specific PC model numbers. Some models do not have online manuals.

Starting the PC for the First Time

Read the safety information included with your HP Media Center PC before you turn on the PC.

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Selecting an Internet Service Provider

As part of the startup screens, you can select an Internet service provider (ISP). Before you can connect to the Internet, you must sign up with an ISP. You must have an Internet connection to use some of the Media Center features.

Easy Internet Sign-up helps you sign up for a new Internet account, set up an existing account, or configure Internet access using a LAN (local area network), cable modem, or DSL (digital subscriber line).

Open Easy Internet Sign-up:

■ Double-click the Easy Internet

Sign-up icon on the desktop.

HP Products Work Better Together

HP computers include preloaded software for select HP All-In-One, camera, scanner, and printer peripheral products. Preloaded software simplifies and speeds product setup for HP peripherals.

Simply connect the HP peripheral product and turn it on, and your HP PC automatically configures it so it is ready to use.

■ Click Start on the taskbar, choose All

Programs, choose Online Services, if available, and then click Easy Internet Sign-up.

The Easy Internet Sign-up screen appears. Follow the onscreen instructions.

Transferring Old PC Information to a New PC

See the built-in Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center; search for transfer wizard, and select the overview article, Files and Settings Transfer Wizard overview. This information describes a Microsoft solution for moving your files onto your new PC.

Or as an alternative, double-click the PC Tune Up & Repair icon (select models only) on your desktop, and review the products and services offered under Backup Data.

Before Getting Started 3

Protecting the PC

After you’ve completed registering, install any software programs that may have come on CDs or DVDs included in the PC box.

HP provides a virus-scanning software program to help protect your PC (select models only).

The virus-scanning program manufacturer provides free virus scan updates through your Internet connection for an initial period after your PC purchase. You can purchase a subscription service for updates after the initial free period expires.

New types of viruses are invented all the time. Protect your PC by getting regular updates of your virus-scanning software from the program manufacturer.

Installing Software

After you turn on the PC the first time and restart it, you can install any software programs that came on CDs or DVDs included in the PC box (select models only).

You may wish to install additional software programs or hardware devices on your PC. Restart the PC after installation.

If a software program or the operating system gets damaged, reinstall the software. Refer to “Using Application Recovery and System Recovery” in the other documentation that came with your PC for more information.

When your PC has software problems, it is possible that a voltage spike, power outage, or brownout has occurred. Symptoms of voltage spikes include a flickering video display, unexpected PC startups, and the PC not responding to your commands. A voltage spike can occasionally corrupt or destroy files, so it is a good idea to consistently make backup copies of your data files. Prevent voltage spikes by installing a surge suppressor made for use with PCs between the power outlet and the PC power cord.

Choose software that is compatible with your PC; check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed for the new software for compatibility with your PC.

Install the new software according to the directions provided by the software manufacturer. Check the manufacturer’s documentation or customer service information for help if you need it.

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Setting Up the PC

Follow the steps in the setup poster to set up the PC and then read the topics in this section to find out more about the location of components and connectors on your PC, and to find out about some setup alternatives.

Most of the hardware devices such as the monitor, keyboard, printer, and mouse can be connected at the back of the PC. Some peripheral devices, such as a digital video camera, can be plugged into the connectors on the back or the front of the PC.

Front-Panel PC Connectors

Connector Icon/label Description and function

S-video 2

Composite

video 2

L audio 2

R audio 2

S-video connector to connect your VCR, video camera, or other analog source to the PC

Composite video connector to connect VCR, video camera, or other analog source to the PC

Left audio input connector

Right audio input connector

1394

Headphones Out

Microphone In

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or other devices with USB connectors

FireWire high-speed devices

(IEEE 1394) connector for video cameras and other

Setting Up the PC 5

Back-Panel PC Connectors

Connector Icon/label Description and function

Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.

SERIAL

Power connector

Mouse

Keyboard

Serial port for digital cameras or other serial devices

(Select models only)

Printer (parallel)

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or other devices with USB connectors

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FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector for video cameras and other high-speed devices

1394

Connector Icon/label Description and function

ETHERNET

OUT

Ethernet LAN connector

The network interface adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC) connects to an Ethernet (10BaseT) or Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) network hub. Connect this adapter in your PC to your local area network (LAN) hub or any broadband connection.

Plug a network cable into the Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the back of the PC. Plug the other end of the network cable into a 10BaseT or 100BaseT port on the network hub.

The green LED indicates a valid connection.

Digital video output connector for TV/monitor

See the documentation that came with your display device.

Microphone In (pink connector)

Audio Line Out (powered speakers, green connector)

Audio Line In (blue connector)

Center Center/Subwoofer audio (gold)

Rear L – R rear audio (black)

Side L – R side audio (gray)

S-Video

S-video In from set-top box output connector

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Connector Icon/label Description and function

Composite Video

L audio

R audio

TV/Cable Ant

Composite Video In from set-top box connector

Left audio input from set-top box connector

Right audio input from set-top box connector

TV In (TV antenna or cable input from wall outlet with no set-top box)

FM Ant

FM In (radio antenna input)

Plug the FM radio antenna cable into the FM In port on the back of the PC. The FM connector is found on the TV tuner card. You may want to extend the ends of the cable to improve your FM radio signal reception.

Modem (Line In RJ-11)

LINE

Plug the modem cable (provided in the PC box) into the computer modem connector on the back of the PC. Plug the other end to your telephone line wall jack connector.

Analog Video Analog Video Out, S-video, composite video, or component

video (select models only)

in out

digital audio

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VGA VGA display output

Digital audio

In and Out

Digital audio input

Digital audio output

Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the PC

When connecting an analog camera to the PC, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front of the PC. The following instructions only apply to digital cameras.

See the documentation that came with your digital video camera.

1 Turn on the PC, and wait for Windows XP

to start.

2 Connect the video camera transfer cable into

the camera and then into an open port on the front or back of the PC. Most digital video cameras use either the FireWire (IEEE 1394) or the USB port.

3 A Found New Hardware message appears.

Wait 2 or 3 minutes for Windows to make the necessary settings for the new device. When installation is complete, a message appears telling you the camera is ready to use.

If the PC doesn’t recognize your digital video camera:

1 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click

Control Panel.

2 Click Performance and Maintenance,

if available, and then double-click the

System icon.

3 Click the Hardware tab, and then click the

Device Manager button.

4 Click the plus sign (+) next to imaging

devices. If the name of the camera appears under imaging devices the device is ready. If the name is not there, try the following:

If a Digital Video Device Auto Play window appears when you connect your camera, click

Cancel.

■ Click Action, and then Scan for

hardware changes. Look in Device

Manager for a new addition under imaging devices.

■ Unplug the video camera’s transfer cable

from the PC, and plug it into a different port. Look in Device Manager for a new addition under imaging devices.

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Some peripheral devices are not included with the PC.

Connecting to Other Devices

Other peripheral devices can be connected to the front or back of your HP Media Center PC by using USB or FireWire ports. You can connect peripheral devices such as a printer, scanner, video camera, digital camera, memory card reader, and PDA (personal digital assistant) or handheld computer to the PC. See the documentation that came with your device.

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Using TV Cables

Connecting the Television Signal

You may need purchase some cables separately, depending on your TV and the TV signal setup you choose. For example, when your TV has an S-video connector, you may want to use an S-video cable to connect the TV out on the PC to your TV.

An S-video cable provides separate color and black-and-white image signals and delivers a sharper image than a composite video cable does.

Audio and Video Cables Included

Your HP Media Center PC comes with the following cables.

Cable Name Description

Composite video RCA yellow end. Plug cable into an RCA

connector such as Composite Video Out or TV Source In connector.

Infrared transmitter (1 with single TV tuner or 2 with dual-tuner option)

TV coaxial cable Used for TV source input from cable

Analog video cable (select models only)

Remote IR cable. Used for set-top boxes.

set-top boxes, or antennas.

Used with analog video output connector. Provides S-video, composite video, and component video input. (select models only)

Select the signal source for TV in the Media Center program settings.

AC power

You must purchase additional cables separately.

Black 125V 10A.

Connecting the Television Signal 11

Optional Audio and Video Cables Not Included

You might need the following extra cables. Your HP Media Center PC does not come with the following cables.

Cable Name Description

Splitter Used with coaxial cable for VHF and UHF

2 Way Splitter

DVI-I or DVI-D Digital Video Out. Connect to DVI-I or DVI-D

RCA stereo RCA red, white ends. Used for Audio In/Out

Component video RCA red, blue, green ends. Plug cable into a

S-video Y/C, 4-pin. Plug cable into an S-video

antenna combinations.

input of the HDTV capable TV or monitor.

connectors.

connector such as Component Video Out. Used for progressive scan component video.

connector such as S-video Video Out or TV Source In connector.

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Using the Analog Video Cable

(Select models only)

If you are using the analog video cable to connect your PC display to your PC, you need to connect the cable and then set the Output switch on the cable to match the correct video output. If you are using component cables, you must also set the resolution of your TV or other video display on the analog video cable.

To use the analog video cable:

Analog Video

Refer to the Start Here guide for more

information about the various display connection options.

1 Make sure the PC power is disconnected. 2 Connect the analog video cable to the Analog

Video Output connector on the back of the PC.

3 If you are using a composite or S-video cable

to connect your display to the PC, set the switch labeled Output near the arrows toward the S-video and composite (A) connectors. See (D) above. Go to step 7.

4 If you are using Component video cables to

connect your display to the PC, set the switch labeled Output near the arrows toward the three (Y, Pb, and Pr) component connectors (B). See (E) above. Go to step 5.

5 Check the documentation for your display to

find out the optimal resolution.

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6 Set the switch to match your display

resolution. Move 2 (1080i), or 3 (720p), or 4 (480p/576p) to the On position (C). Or

leave all of the switches in the Off position for 480i/576i only resolution.

7 Connect the S-video, composite, or

component video cables to the analog video cable and then to the back of the PC.

8 Connect the power and turn on the PC. 9 If the resolution is not correct, turn off the PC

and disconnect the power.

10 Move the correct switch to the On position on

the analog video cable to match the new resolution.

11 Connect the power, and then turn on the PC.

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Connecting the TV Signal Source

Connect the signal source for the TV by using the TV In coaxial connector or the composite/S-video In connector.

Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from your TV or from your TV cable into the TV/Cable Ant connector on the back of the PC, and then turn the connector to tighten it.

Plug a cable into the S-video or composite video In connector on the back of the PC; use an S-video cable (not provided) or the composite video cable.

Connecting a dual tuner

(Select models only)

If your HP Media Center PC has the dual tuner option, you must connect a second set of inputs if you are using a cable or satellite set-top box. If you are using an antenna or standard cable connecting the signal is routed to both tuners internally. Otherwise, connect a second set-top box to the second set of back-panel connectors

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

Plug the other end of the cable into your set-top box or other device that is providing the signal source for the TV.

You must also plug audio cables (not provided) from your set-top box into the Audio In right (red) connector and the Audio In left (white) connector on the back of the PC, if you are using a set-top box with S-video or composite video output.

Refer to “Front-Panel PC Connectors” on page 5 and “Back-Panel PC Connectors” on page 6.

You must also connect the Remote Emitter cable if you are using a set-top box. See “Connecting the Remote Sensor” on page 16.

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 Televis i o n P r o gram Guide in Media Center, so both TV sources must have identical Television Program Guides.

The HP Media Center PC records television and allows you to control the television channels. The HP Media Center PC has two tuner configurations available:

Location and number of connectors may vary by model.

The Television Program Guide is not available in all countries/regions.

Single-tuner TV Source A single tuner allows you to watch or record one program at a time.

Dual-tuner option You can have dual TV inputs, if your PC 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.

Connecting the Television Signal 15

Connecting the Remote Sensor

The remote sensor is a small device that connects to the PC and allows the remote control to work with the Media Center program.

1 If you have a cable TV set-top box, a satellite

set-top box, or other set-top box that controls your TV signal, connect the remote control sensor cable (emitter) (A) into connector (1) on the back of the remote sensor.

2 Remove the paper from the backing tape on

the end of the cable (B), and then press the end of the cable over the remote infrared (IR) receiver window on your cable TV set-top box (C).

3 Plug the remote control sensor cable into a

USB connector (D) on the back of the PC.

4 Place the remote sensor so that you can easily

point at it with the remote control. (An ideal spot would be on top of the monitor or desk.)

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Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup

This section describes how to connect the PC to an existing setup for your TV signal source.

Wall to VCR to TV using coaxial cable

Remove the coaxial cable at the input to the VCR, and connect it to the input of a coaxial cable signal splitter (not included; available at electronics stores). Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs. Connect one of these cables to the input of the VCR and the other one to the TV connector on the back of the PC.

Existing setup Add the PC with a splitter

AWall

BCable

C Coaxial cable

DVCR In

EVCR Out

FTV In

G Splitter In

H Splitter Out

J TV In on back of PC

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Wall to cable TV set-top box or satellite box to VCR to TV using coaxial cable

Connect one of these cables to the input of the VCR and the other one to the TV connector on the back of the PC. Be sure to connect the remote control sensor cable (emitter) and position it on your set-top box or satellite box. This allows the PC to change the channel on the box. See “Connecting the Remote Sensor” on page 16.

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Add the PC with a splitterExisting setup

AWall

BCable

CCoaxial cable

D Set-top box/Satellite In

E Set-top box/Satellite Out

FVCR In

GVCR Out

HTV In

J Splitter In

K Splitter Out

L TV In on back of PC

M Remote control sensor

cable

N Remote control sensor

Connecting the Television Signal 19

Wall to cable TV set-top box or satellite box to VCR and TV using S-video cable or composite video cable between the box and the VCR or TV

1 Do not detach any cables from your existing

setup.

2 Connect an additional cable:

■ Using S-video cable (not included):

Connect an additional S-video cable to a second output on the set-top box or satellite box. Plug the other end of the cable into the S-video In connector on the back of the PC.

■ Using composite video cable: Connect an

additional composite video cable to a second output on the set-top box or satellite box. Connect the other end of the cable to the S-video to composite video adapter cable; connect the adapter to the S-video In connector on the back of the PC.

3 When using a composite video or S-video

cable, you must also plug audio cables (not provided) from your satellite or set-top box into the Audio In right (red) and Audio In left (white) connectors on the back of the PC.

4 Be sure to connect the remote sensor control

cable and position it on your set-top box or satellite box. This allows the PC to change the channel on the box. See “Connecting the Remote Sensor” on page 16.

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Add the PCExisting setup

AWall

BCable

C Set-top box/Satellite In

D Set-top box/Satellite Out

E S-video or composite cable

FVCR In

GVCR Out

HTV In

J Add an S-video or composite

cable with adapter

K S-video In on back of PC

L Remote control sensor cable

M Remote control sensor

Connecting the Television Signal 21

Using the TV as a Monitor

If your Media Center PC has TV-out capability (select models only), you can connect it to a TV to view the PC image on a TV screen. With the TV-out feature, you can view the PC image, watch DVD movies, or play games on your TV. This is an optional feature.

Cables for connecting to a TV

To connect a TV to the PC, you will need a video cable and an audio cable. The type of video cable you need depends on your TV:

■ If your TV has an S-video input jack, you need

an S-video cable.

Connecting to a TV

■ If your TV has a composite video jack, you

need a composite video cable, and depending on the jacks on the back of your PC, you may also need an S-video adapter cable.

There may be two S-video connectors on the back of the PC: S-video Out on the video card (select models only) and Video In on the TV tuner card.

1 Turn off the PC. 2 Connect the TV cable using one of the

following arrangements, depending on the connection jacks on your TV.

3 If your TV has an S-video jack, connect

an S-video cable (A) (not provided) from the S-video In jack on the TV to the S-video Out jack (B) on the back of the PC (select models only).

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4 If your TV has a composite video jack and

your PC has a composite video jack, connect a composite video cable (A) to the Video In jack on the TV and to the composite video out jack (C) on the back of the PC (select models only).

5 Turn on the TV and select the TV In video

source; refer to the documentation for your TV set.

6 Enable the image for the TV.

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If you choose the option Preview Automatic Adjustment, the screen may appear black or seem to halt for approximately 20 seconds. Wait until the wizard screen reappears, choose Do not adjust any settings, click Next, and then continue with the next step in this procedure.

Using the Media Center Setup Wizard for Optional Setup of Your TV Display

If your TV connects to the system using a composite or S-video connection, the Media Center setup wizard cannot make automatic adjustment of settings for your TV display.

This automatic adjustment is available during the Optional Setup, within the “Optimize how Media Center looks on your display” option. Instead of using the wizard for automatic adjustment, set the TV display by using the Windows Desktop Properties.

The following procedure describes what to do within the Media Center setup wizard and how to use the Windows Desktop Properties to adjust settings for your TV display:

1 During the Media Center setup wizard, at the

Optional Setup, after you select Optimize how Media Center looks on your display, select the display type for Identify

Your Display Type, and then select the connection type for your TV display by proceeding as described below:

■ If you choose the option Composite or

S-video, click Next, and then continue

with step 2 that follows.

■ If you choose the options DVI or VGA or

Component (YPbPr), you do not need to

continue with this procedure. Continue using the wizard to adjust your TV display.

3 Continue using the wizard until finished, and

then either close or minimize Media Center.

4 Right-click a free area of the Windows

desktop, and choose Properties.

5 Click the Settings tab, and then click the

Advanced button on that tab.

6 Select the GeForce 6600 or the ATI

Displays tab, depending on your PC model.

If you have a GeForce 6600 tab, see “Changing the Display for a GeForce 6600 Graphics Card” on page 25. If you have an ATI Displays tab, see “Changing the Display for an ATI Graphics Card” on page 25.

2 On the next screen, select Keep my current

settings and continue, and then click Next. Do not select the option Preview Automatic Adjustment.

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Changing the Display for a GeForce 6600 Graphics Card

1 Follow the “Using the Media Center Setup

Wizard for Optional Setup of Your TV Display” on page 24.

2 Click the GeForce 6600 tab. 3 Click nView Display Settings.

4 Select the Device Settings button, and then

you can select the various screen adjustment settings.

5 Click Apply, and then click OK. 6 Click OK again to close the window.

Changing the Display for an ATI Graphics Card

1 Follow the “Using the Media Center Setup

Wizard for Optional Setup of Your TV Display” on page 24.

4 Click the Adjustments tab. 5 Adjust the screen position or screen size, and

then click Apply.

2 Click the ATI Displays tab.

6 Click OK as needed to close the windows.

3 Click the TV button (the small bar above the

TV icon). The TV Properties window opens. (Your TV must be connected to the system.)

You may need to click the On button (at the left corner of the TV button bar) to make the On button green, and then click Apply.

Connecting the Television Signal 25

Viewing the PC image on the TV

To view your PC image on the TV:

5 Click the Settings tab.

The type of video card on your PC determines how the PC selects the TV-out option. Some options and menus in this procedure may be different for your PC.

1 Make sure the video and audio cables are

connected before you turn on the TV and the PC.

2 Turn on the TV. Make sure the Video input

setting is selected, not the TV setting.

3 Turn on the PC. 4 When the Windows desktop appears,

right-click an empty area of the desktop, and choose Properties. The Display Properties window opens.

nView tab

1 Click the nView tab. 2 To view the PC image on your PC monitor and

your TV simultaneously, in the nView Display Mode area, select Clone.

To view the PC image on just the TV, in the area nView Display Mode, select Standard [Dualview], click the Current display drop-down list, and then select TV.

6 Click the Advanced button. 7 Look at the tabs and follow the steps that

apply to your PC:

■ If you see the nView tab, continue with the

“nView Tab” procedure.

■ If you see Ge Force FX xxxx tab, continue

with the “Ge Force FX Tab” procedure. (FX xxxx is the video card number.)

■ If you see the Displays tab, continue with

the “Displays Tab” procedure.

3 Click the OK button. 4 When the PC image appears on the TV

screen, click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting.

5 Click the OK button to save changes, and

then click OK again to close the Display Properties window.

Ge Force FX tab

1 Click the Ge Force FX xxxx tab. (FX xxxx

is the video card number.)

2 To view the PC image on your PC monitor and

your TV simultaneously, in the nView Modes area select Clone from the drop-down list.

To view the PC image on just the TV, in the area nView Modes, select Single display from the drop-down list, and then, if necessary, in the Current display area select

TV from the drop-down list.

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3 Click the Apply button. 4 When the PC image appears on the TV

screen, click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting.

5 Click the OK button to save changes, and

then click OK again to close the Display Properties window.

Displays tab

1 Click the Displays tab. This tab shows a

monitor and a TV. The upper-left corner of each display icon is a button and a status indicator. A red corner indicates an inactive display; a green corner indicates an active display.

2 To view the PC image on your PC monitor and

your TV simultaneously, click the upper-left corner of the TV icon so that it is green. Click Apply.

Disabling the TV option

When you want to disconnect the TV from the PC, you may need to disable the TV option to return your PC display to its original resolution.

To disable the TV option to view your PC image on the original display:

1 Right-click an empty area of the screen, and

choose Properties.

2 Click the Settings tab. 3 Click the Advanced button.

To view the PC image on just the TV, click the TV corner so it is green, and then click the monitor corner so it is red. Click Apply.

3 When the PC image appears on the TV

screen, click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting.

4 Click the OK button to save changes, and

then click OK again to close the Display Properties window.

4 Look at the tabs and follow the steps that

apply to your PC:

■ If you see the nView tab, continue with

“nView Tab (Disabling)” procedure.

■ If you see the Ge Force FX xxxx tab,

continue with the “Ge Force FX Tab (Disabling)” procedure. (FX xxxx is the video card number.)

■ If you see the Displays tab, continue with

the “Displays Tab (Disabling)” procedure.

Your TV must be connected to the PC to change the display.

nView tab (disabling)

1 Click the nView tab. 2 If you viewed the PC image on your PC

monitor and your TV simultaneously, in the nView Display Mode in the list on the left, select the Standard [Dualview] option.

If you viewed the PC image on just the TV, click the nView Display Mode in the list on the left, select Standard [Dualview], click the Current display drop-down list, and then select the Analog Display option.

3 Click the OK button. 4 When the PC image appears on the TV

screen, click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting.

5 Click the OK button to save changes, and

then click OK again to close the Display Properties window.

Connecting the Television Signal 27

Ge Force FX tab (disabling)

Your TV must be connected to the PC to change the display.

1 Click the Ge Force FX xxxx tab. 2 In the area nView Modes select Single

Display from the drop-down list. In the area Current display select Analog Display or Digital Display.

3 Click the Apply button.

Displays tab (disabling)

1 Click the Displays tab. This tab shows a

monitor and a TV. The upper-left corner of each display icon is a button and a status indicator. A red corner indicates an inactive display; a green corner indicates an active display.

2 Click the upper-left corner of the TV icon so

it is red, and then click the upper-left corner of the monitor icon so it is green. Click the

Apply button.

Disconnecting the TV

4 When the PC image appears on the TV

screen, click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting.

5 Click the OK button to save changes, and

then click OK again to close the Display Properties window.

3 When the PC image appears on the TV

screen, click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting.

4 Click the OK button to save changes, and

then click OK again to close the Display Properties window.

1 Disable the TV option. See the previous

procedure, “Disabling the TV option” on page 27.

2 Turn off the TV and the PC. 3 Remove the video cable from the TV and

the PC.

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Configuring Speaker and Sound Options

HP Media Center PCs support many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. You may set up your PC for two stereo speakers or for multichannel audio speaker systems. Connect your speaker system to the PC, and then configure the audio software for sound output. For more details about connecting stereo speakers to the PC, see the setup poster.

This chapter describes the most typical options. Your system may have different components.

Speakers are included with the monitor (select models only) or are sold separately.

Sound Connector Types

Your model may include one of three analog sound connector types on the back of your PC:

■ Three connectors

■ Six connectors

■ Sound card

Connector Description Illustration Type

Three connectors

Six connectors

Your PC model may include three sound connectors. You can connect up to a

5.1 audio system to the PC. If you want to connect multichannel audio, follow the instructions carefully.

Your PC model may include six sound connectors on the back of your PC. You can connect up to a 7.1 audio system to the PC.

The connectors are1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo mini-jacks that connect from the back of your PC to speakers and microphones.

Your system may also have a separate Digital Out connection (select models only).

Software configuration is different for each connector type, as noted in the instructions.

OUT

For additional information on connecting the speakers, refer to the setup poster that came with the PC and the documentation that came with your speakers.

3 is three connectors

6 is six connectors

S is sound card

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 29

Connector Description Illustration Type

3 is three connectors

6 is six connectors

S is sound card

Sound card connector

Use the sound connectors that match your PC model when installing cables, as shown in the installation procedure steps.

The following table shows the sound connectors on the back panel of PC systems.

Sound connector

Your PC may include a sound card. You can connect up to a 5.1 audio system (7.1 audio system for select models) or digital speakers to the sound card on the PC.

Description36 S

Line Side (gray) for side speakers in an eight-speaker system (7.1).

See below. S

OUT

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A Line C/Sub (gold) for center/subwoofer speakers in a

multichannel audio configuration.

B Line Rear (black) for rear speakers in a multichannel audio

configuration.

C Line Out (lime-green) for front speakers.

DMic (pink) connects to microphone.

(3: Also functions as center/subwoofer Line Out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated.)

Sound connector

Description36 S

E Line In (light blue) connects to an analog audio device such

as a CD player for input into PC. (3: Also functions as rear Line Out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated.)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

FDigital Out (orange) connects to a digital audio device

with digital input (such as a home audio receiver/amplifier) or digital speakers (select models only).

Speaker Configurations

You may set up your HP Media Center PC for the following supported configurations:

Name Speaker system See

Headphones None, muted. “Using Headphones” on page 51.

2 (stereo) Left speaker, right speaker. “Connecting 2/2.1 Audio Speakers” on

page 32.

2.1 Left speaker, right speaker, and a subwoofer.

“Connecting 2/2.1 Audio Speakers” on page 32.

4.1 Two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer.

6/5.1 Two front speakers, two rear

speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer.

8/7.1 Two front speakers, two rear

speakers, two side speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer (select models only).

Home audio system

Home stereo or home theater audio system with passive speakers.

Digital audio Digital speakers or digital input

connector on audio system.

“Connecting 4.1 Audio Speakers” on page 33.

“Connecting 5.1 Audio Speakers” on page 34.

“Connecting 7.1 Audio Speakers” on page 36.

“Connecting the PC to a Home Audio System” on page 38.

“Connecting Digital Audio” on page 42.

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 31

Speaker types

Speakers may be included with the monitor (select models only) or are sold separately. Refer to the product documentation for your speakers.

Your PC supports only an active (powered) speaker system. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. A home audio system does not require active speakers because the receiver provides amplification.

A stereo speaker set is a left-right, two-channel speaker system. A multichannel audio speaker system has a left-right front and left-right rear channel, and it may include a subwoofer and a center speaker. Side speakers are included in more advanced systems. A subwoofer provides enhanced bass sounds.

“.1” indicates a subwoofer. For example, 7.1 channels refers 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.

Connecting 2/2.1 Audio Speakers

To connect simple left/right stereo active speakers:

3 is three connectors

6 is six connectors

S is sound card

Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system.

To connect two speakers and a subwoofer for 2.1 speaker output:

1 Turn off the PC. 2 Connect the speaker cable to the lime-green

Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your PC.

OUT

3 Connect the cable to the audio system.

■ For 2.1 speakers that were shipped with

your PC (select models only), connect the Audio Line Out connector to the subwoofer.

4 Connect the left and right speakers to the

subwoofer. Refer to the speaker documentation.

5 Turn on the PC. 6 Plug in the speaker system power. 7 Turn on the speaker system.

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Step 8 is optional for a two-speaker setup.

8 After the speakers are connected to the PC,

configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:

■ 3 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager” on page 44.

The following diagram shows a typical 2.1 audio installation:

Connecting 4.1 Audio Speakers

To connect two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 speaker) output:

■ 6 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 47.

■ Sound card: See “Configuring Audio

Output with a Sound Card” on page 49.

OUT

1 Turn off the PC.

2 Connect the front speaker cable to the lime-

green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your PC.

OUT

3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black

connector that matches the back of your PC.

■ For 3-connector systems, the blue audio

line in connector functions as a rear line out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated.

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 33

3 is three connectors

6 is six connectors

S is sound card

4 Connect the cables to the audio system. 5 Connect the front and rear speakers to the

subwoofer. Refer to the speaker documentation.

6 Turn on the PC.

9 After the speakers are connected to the PC,

configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:

■ 3 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager” on page 44.

7 Plug in the speaker system power. 8 Turn on the speaker system.

The following diagram shows a typical 4.1 audio installation:

Connecting 5.1 Audio Speakers

To connect two front speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for six-channel (5.1 speaker) output:

■ 6 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 47.

■ Sound card: See “Configuring Audio

Output with a Sound Card” on page 49.

OUT

1 Turn off the PC.

2 Connect the front speaker cable to the lime-

3 is three connectors

6 is six connectors

S is sound card

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green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your PC.

OUT

3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black

connector that matches the back of your PC.

■ For 3-connector systems, the blue audio

line in connector functions as a rear line out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated.

4 Connect the center/subwoofer speaker cable

to the gold (or pink Mic) connector that matches the back of your PC.

7 Turn on the PC. 8 Plug in the speaker system power. 9 Turn on the speaker system.

■ For 3-connector systems, the pink Mic

connector functions as a center/subwoofer speaker Line Out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated.

10 After the speakers are connected to the PC,

5 Connect the cables to the audio system. 6 Connect the front, rear, and center speakers to

the subwoofer. Refer to the speaker documentation.

The following diagram shows a typical 5.1 audio installation:

configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:

■ 3 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager” on page 44.

■ 6 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 47.

■ Sound card: See “Configuring Audio

Output with a Sound Card” on page 49.

OUT

Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system.

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 35

Connecting 7.1 Audio Speakers

If your PC has 6 connectors or an Audigy2 ZS sound card (select models only), you can install an 8/7.1 audio system. To connect two front speakers, two side speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for eight-channel (7.1 speaker) output:

(Select models only)

6 is six connectors

Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system.

1 Turn off the PC.

2 Connect the front speaker cable to the lime--

green Audio Line Out connector on the back of your PC.

3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black

connector on the back of your PC.

4 For 6 connectors only, connect the side

speaker cable to the gray connector on the back of your PC.

5 Connect the center speaker and subwoofer

speaker cable to the gold connector on the back of your PC.

6 Connect the cables to the audio system. 7 Connect the front, rear, side, and center

speakers to the subwoofer. Refer to the speaker documentation.

8 Turn on the PC.

9 Plug in the speaker system power. 10 Turn on the speaker system. 11 After the speakers are connected to the PC,

configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:

■ 6 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 47.

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The following diagram shows a typical 7.1 audio installation:

Connecting 7.1 Speakers to a Sound Card

If you have a sound card and you want to connect

7.1 speakers, you must purchase Creative Inspire T7700 speakers.

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 37

Connecting the PC to a Home Audio System

Y adapter and extension cables are purchased separately.

You can connect your HP Media Center PC to your home stereo or home theater multichannel audio receiver/amplifiers using your existing speakers.

Y adapter cables

Most home receiver/amplifiers have RCA-type input connectors. You may need to connect Y adapter cables between your PC and your receiver/ amplifier. Y adapter cables have one 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo mini-jack on one end and two RCA connectors on the other end. These cables are purchased separately.

For example, see “2.1 home stereo installation” on page 39, or “6/5.1 home audio installation” on page 40.

The number of Y adapter cables you need to connect to your home stereo system depends on the number of speakers you install:

■ 2/2.1 speaker system: 1 Y adapter cable

■ 4/4.1 speaker system: 2 Y adapter cables

■ 6/5.1 speaker system: 3 Y adapter cables

■ 8/7.1 speaker system: 4 Y adapter cables

Connecting a home stereo to a PC typically requires audio cables that are long enough to connect from the PC to the stereo. You may also need to purchase RCA or mini-extension cables.

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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 and plugs into a home stereo standard left and right input.

This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different.

OUT

PC to 2.1 multichannel audio system connection

A: PC back-panel

connectors (3, 6, or sound card)

B: Y adapter cables

C: Receiver/amplifier

D: Subwoofer

E: Front speakers (left

and right)

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 39

6/5.1 home audio installation

The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio six-channel 6/5.1 speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on a receiver/amplifier.

This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different.

A: PC back-panel

connectors (3, 6, or sound card)

B: Y adapter cables

C: Receiver/amplifier

D: Subwoofer

E: Center speaker

F: Front speakers

(left and right)

G: Rear speakers

(left and right)

OUT

DE F G

PC to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection

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6/5.1 home audio installation procedure

To connect a six-channel (5.1 speaker) home audio system to the PC:

1 Turn off the PC. 2 Turn off the receiver/amplifier. 3 Connect the front stereo mini-jack end of a

Y adapter cable into the lime-green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your PC.

OUT

■ Connect the left and right ends of the

Y adapter cable into the front left (L) and right (R) inputs on the back of the receiver/amplifier.

4 If you have rear speakers, connect the rear

stereo mini-jack end of a Y adapter cable into the audio line in (blue) or the rear speaker out (black) connector that matches the back of your PC.

connector or the center speaker/subwoofer (gold) connector that matches the back of your PC.

■ Connect the left and right ends of the

Y adapter cable into the center/subwoofer inputs on the back of the receiver/amplifier (6/5.1 or higher channel system).

■ Plug the Y adapter cable into the

subwoofer connector on the back of the receiver even if a subwoofer is not used.

6 Turn on the receiver/amplifier. 7 Select the receiver/amplifier input that the

Y adapter cables are plugged into.

8 Turn on the PC. 9 After the audio system is connected to the PC,

configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:

Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround,

5.1, or 6 Channel inputs, CD, DVD, or DVD In.

3 is three connectors

6 is six connectors

S is sound card

■ Connect the left and right ends of the

Y adapter cable into the rear left (L) and right (R) inputs on the back of the receiver/amplifier.

5 If you have a 2/2.1 or higher channel home

stereo system, connect the stereo mini-jack of a Y adapter cable into the microphone (pink)

■ 3 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager” on page 44.

■ 6 connectors: See “Configuring Audio

Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 47.

■ Sound card: See “Configuring Audio

Output with a Sound Card” on page 49.

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 41

Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system.

Connecting Digital Audio

(Select models only)

3 is three connectors

6 is six connectors

S is sound card

If you have a sound card and you are connecting your home stereo AV receiver via Digital Out, plug the 3.5 mm stereo plug into the digital out connector on the sound card. Connect the red RCA stereo plug

To connect digital audio, your PC must include a digital out connector on the sound card or on the back panel. You do not need to connect multichannel speaker outputs if you connect the digital output.

To connect digital audio speakers:

1 Turn off the PC. 2 Connect the digital out connector on the back

panel of your PC to the digital input (S/PDIF) on digital speakers or a digital audio system.

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

on the 3.5 mm Y cable to the AV receiver’s digital input connector. If the red RCA stereo plug does not work, try the white stereo plug. One of the connectors is not used.

6 After the speakers are connected to the PC,

configure the audio software for sound output for your PC model:

■ Audio card with digital output and

3 connectors: See “Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager” on page 44. Follow the instructions to enable digital audio output.

3 Turn on the PC. 4 Plug in the speaker system power. 5 Turn on the speaker system.

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■ Audio card with digital output and

6 connectors: See “Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 47. Digital audio output is already enabled as the default.

■ Sound card: See “Configuring Audio

Output with a Sound Card” on page 49. Follow the instructions to enable digital audio output.

Configuring Audio Output

You can configure your speaker’s audio output with the following software. Use the software that applies to your PC model:

■ Multi-channel Sound Manager (3 connectors)

■ Sound Effect Manager (6 connectors)

■ Creative Speaker Settings (Sound card)

■ Media Center (all systems)

■ WinDVD Player (all systems)

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 43

Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager

Follow these steps after you have installed and connected your speakers, if your PC model has 3 Connectors.

To configure multichannel audio output for PCs with Multi-channel Sound Manager:

1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs.

3 Click Multi-channel Sound Manager.

The Multi-channel Audio Configuration window opens with one of five control screens.

■ Sound Effect — Select the environment

settings.

■ Equalizer — Equalize the audio

frequencies.

■ Speaker Configuration — Select the

number of speakers. An Audio Connector Switch indicates the speaker configuration.

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■ Speaker Test — Test all connected

speakers for correct configuration.

■ General — View driver and audio

information.

4 Click the Speaker Configuration tab near

the top of the window to open the control screens. (Your speakers may need to be plugged in to see this tab.)

7 Click OK. 8 Test the speakers. Click the Speaker Test

tab. Follow the instructions.

5 Select the option describing the number

of speakers in your system, in a range from 2/2.1 speaker mode to

6/5.1 speaker mode.

6 Enable digital audio if you want digital audio

output. See “Enabling digital audio output with Multi-channel Sound Manager (optional)” on page 45.

Enabling digital audio output with Multi-channel Sound Manager (optional)

Your PC must include a digital audio out connector on the back panel.

To enable digital audio output:

1 Follow steps 1 through 5 of the previous

procedure, “Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager.”

9 Configure audio output for the Media Center.

See “Configuring Audio for Media Center” on page 50.

10 Configure audio output for the WinDVD

Player. See “Configuring Audio for WinDVD Player” on page 50.

6 Test the speakers, by playing a CD, for

example. (If you test using a DVD, you need to configure WinDVD first. See “Configuring Audio for WinDVD Player” on page 50.)

2 Place a check next to Enable digital audio

output. The Output digital and analog

option is automatically selected.

7 Configure audio output for the Media Center.

See “Configuring Audio for Media Center” on page 50.

3 Connect the digital audio output connector on

the back of your PC to your home audio system’s digital audio input.

8 Configure audio output for the WinDVD

Player. See “Configuring Audio for WinDVD Player” on page 50.

4 Select your stereo system’s digital audio input. 5 Click OK.

If you select Enable digital audio output, the microphone volume setting becomes not muted, and the recording source is fixed in Stereo Mix. If you place the microphone too close to the speakers, feedback can occur.

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 45

Sound Effect Manager

Sound Effect Manager displays one of the following control screens:

■ Sound Effect — Select the environment and

the equalizer settings. You can select an environment, such as Under Water or Auditorium. To use the equalizer, click the Power button in the center of the circular equalizer control to turn on the equalizer. You can click a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and save them for selection later.

■ Speaker Configuration — Select the

number of speakers, show the Connection Guide, and test the speakers by clicking the Speaker Test button. A connector with grayed text in the Connection Guide indicates

that the connector is not used for the selected speaker configuration. See “Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 47.

■ Digital Audio — Select or disable the

digital audio output and digital out frequency. See “Disabling digital audio output with Sound Effect Manager (optional)” on page 48.

■ Audio Wizard — Assists the user with front-

panel audio connections. See “The Sound Effect Manager control screens” on page 47.

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Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager

Follow these steps after you have installed and connected your speakers, if your PC model has 6 connectors.

To configure multichannel audio output for PCs with Sound Effect Manager:

1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Sounds, Speech and Audio

Devices (or Sounds and Audio Devices).

The Sound Effect Manager control screens

■ Sound Effect — selects the Environment and

the Equalizer settings. You can select an Environment such as Under Water or Auditorium. To use the Equalizer, click the Power button in the center of the circular equalizer control to turn on the Equalizer. You can click a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later.

■ Speaker Configuration — selects the

number of speakers, shows the Connection Guide, and had the Speaker Test button to test the speakers. A connector with no descriptive text in the Connector Guide indicates that the connector is not used for the selected speaker configuration.

4 Click Sound Effect Manager. The window

opens.

5 Click a button near the top of the window to

see that control screen.

■ Digital Audio — selects the digital audio

output and digital audio frequency for the digital audio connectors on the PC.

■ Audio Wizard — opens a window that

shows the connector panel on the front of the PC. To close the window without enabling the wizard, click OK.

To enable the Audio Wizard:

Make sure the Enable auto detection check box is selected to enable the wizard. Click OK to close the window.

If you do not see the device for your configuration, change the speaker selection in the Speaker Configuration window.

Using the Audio Wizard in the Sound Effect Manager (6 connector)

The Sound Effect Manager Audio Wizard can help you connect front-panel audio.

To use the Audio Wizard:

1 Turn on the PC. 2 Click Start on the taskbar.

3 Choose Control Panel. 4 Click Sounds, Speech and Audio

Devices (or Sounds and Audio Devices).

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 47

5 Click Sound Effect Manager. The window

opens.

6 Click Audio Wizard. A window opens

that shows the connector panel on the front of the PC.

7 Place a check in the Enable jack detection

check box to enable the wizard.

Retasking front-panel connectors

To retask using the Audio Wizard (6-connector)

With the Audio Wizard enabled, both the microphone connector and the headphones connector on the front of the PC can be retasked to perform a different audio function. These two connectors are universal audio jacks. When you plug in a cable, the wizard asks you to select the

1 Follow steps 1 through 7 of the procedure,

“The Sound Effect Manager control screens.”

8 Connect the speaker system audio cable plugs

into the connectors on the front of your PC. The panel display highlights a cable that is properly inserted in a connector.

9 Close the window.

function for the cable from a list, and then it sets the universal audio jack to perform as the selected function. The functions are:

■ Stereo speaker (out)

■ Microphone (in)

■ Headphone (in)

■ Audio line in

2 When you plug in a cable, the wizard asks

you to select the device you plugged in from a list.

3 Close the window.

Disabling digital audio output with Sound Effect Manager (optional)

To disable digital audio output:

1 Follow steps 1 through 6 of the procedure

“Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager” on page 47.

2 Click the Digital Audio button. Select

Digital output off (you can also select Digital-in to Digital-out pass through mode).

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3 Close the window.

If you select Enable digital audio output, the microphone volume setting becomes not muted, the recording source is fixed in Stereo Mix, and if you place the microphone too close to the speakers, feedback can occur.

Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card

Follow these steps after you have installed and connected your speakers.

To configure multichannel audio output for PCs with the Creative Sound Blaster Audigy sound card:

1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose Creative, SoundBlaster

Audigy 2. Click Creative Speaker Settings. The speaker settings window

opens.

6 Click the Channel button to test the speakers. 7 Adjust the speaker volume settings on the PC.

Click the Calibrate button. The wizard starts. Follow the wizard basic instructions.

8 Close the window. 9 Configure audio output for the Media Center.

4 Select a speaker setting from the Speaker/

Headphone Selection drop-down menu. Enter a speaker configuration from 2/2.1 to 2/7.1.

See “Configuring Audio for Media Center” on page 50.

10 Configure audio output for the WinDVD

5 Enable digital audio if you want digital audio

output. See “Enabling digital audio output with a sound card (optional)” on page 49.

Enabling digital audio output with a sound card (optional)

To enable digital audio output:

1 Follow steps 1 through 4 of the previous

procedure, “Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card.”

2 Place a check mark in the Digital Output

Only check box.

Player. See “Configuring Audio for WinDVD Player” on page 50.

6 Adjust the speaker volume settings on the PC.

Click the Calibrate button. The wizard starts. Follow the wizard basic instructions.

7 Close the window. 8 Configure audio output for the Media Center.

3 Connect the digital audio output connector on

the back of your PC to your home audio system’s digital audio input.

See “Configuring Audio for Media Center” on page 50.

9 Configure audio output for the WinDVD

4 Select your stereo system’s digital audio input.

Player. See “Configuring Audio for Media Center” on page 50.

5 Play a DVD to test the speakers.

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 49

Configuring Audio for Media Center

Follow these steps after you have installed, connected, and configured your speakers.

To configure multichannel audio output for the Media Center:

1 Click Start on the taskbar, scroll down, and

select Media Center.

2 Click Settings, click DVD. Scroll down and

click Audio.

4 Select your Speaker Configuratiuon by

clicking on the (+) or (–). If you select Analog-2 Channel, then select the channel mode by clicking the (+) or (–).

5 Click Save.

3 Select Speaker Configuration.

6 Close the window.

Configuring Audio for WinDVD Player

Follow these steps after you have installed, connected, and configured your speakers.

The InterVideo WinDVD program (select models only) is set up for two-speaker (stereo) output. To hear all speakers from DVD movies recorded with multichannel audio, change the audio properties for WinDVD to match your speaker configuration (if your InterVideo WinDVD program supports more than two channels).

If you want to play a stereo DVD, you may change the audio properties of WinDVD to match the recorded DVD audio output.

1 Insert a DVD

Click Start, choose All Programs, InterVideo WinDVD, InterVideo WinDVD Player, and then click InterVideo WinDVD. The WinDVD video

window opens.

2 Right-click anywhere in the WinDVD video

window, and then click Setup. The Setup window opens.

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3 Click the Audio tab.

4 Select Audio Output Configuration.

Choose Analog or Digital (S/PDIF). Click Apply.

5 Select Audio Speaker Configuration.

Click the option for the number of speakers to match your multichannel speaker system.

6 You can click the Test button to test the

speakers. You should be able to hear the speakers. Click Stop, and then click OK.

Using Headphones

Your PC comes with a headphones connector (lime-green) on the front of the PC. The headphones connector is labeled with a headphones icon.

Using a 2.1 speaker system

For select models with the 2.1 speaker system, look for the headphones connector on the right side of the main speaker. When headphones are plugged in, the sound to the speakers and the subwoofer is muted.

Using a 6/5.1 to 8/7.1 speaker system

For select models that include a 5.1 or higher speaker system, a headphones connector is located on the right side of the control tower.

Selecting recording devices

(6 connectors only)

To select a sound recording device:

You can also connect headphones to the Line Out connector (lime-green) on the back of your PC.

If the control tower displays HP (for headphones), the headphones are enabled; the sound to the speakers and the subwoofer is muted.

■ Push and hold the On button on the control

tower for several seconds to enable sound from the speakers.

■ Press the On button briefly to enable the

headphones.

OUT

1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose Control Panel. 3 Click Sounds and Audio Devices (or

Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices).

The Sounds and Audio Devices window opens.

4 Click the Audio tab. The window opens. 5 In Sound Recording, select a recording

device, for example, Realtek HD Front Pink Jack.

6 Click OK. 7 Close the window.

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Resolving Sound Issues

If you don’t have sound from your speakers, check the following:

■ Check volume and mute settings. See “Using

Headphones” on page 51.

■ Verify sound cable connections.

■ Reinstall the sound card drivers by using

HP Application Recovery. See “Application Recovery” in the Warranty and Support Guide.

■ Reconfigure the sound software for

surround sound.

■ Use active, powered speakers, or speakers

with an amplifier.

■ Some programs may result in low volume,

even when the Volume knob is turned to the maximum position. If this is the case, double-click the Vol ume icon on the taskbar, and increase the volume.

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Using the Keyboard

Using the PC Hardware

Your PC may include a standard keyboard or a wireless keyboard.

A standard keyboard connects to the keyboard connector in the back of the PC.

A wireless keyboard (select models only) uses a receiver/transmitter, instead of a connector cable, to communicate with your PC. A light on the receiver indicates receiver activity.

The keyboard has an arrangement of standard keys, indicator lights, and special buttons.

Special Keyboard Buttons

Your keyboard may not include some of the buttons listed.

Access buttons

Icon Feature Description or function

Standby Puts PC into or out of power-saving mode. May take

10–30 seconds before screen reappears.

? INFO Opens the Help and Support Center.

Internet Opens your Internet browser. Can be reconfigured to open any

Web site or software program.

Search Opens a Web page designed to search the Internet. Can be

reconfigured to open any Web site or software program.

Club

E-mail Opens an e-mail program. Can be reconfigured to open any

Web site or software program.

HP Club Links to an HP Web site.

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Media control or playback buttons

Icon Label Description

The Volume knob can continue to be turned, even after maximum sound has been reached.

The number, location, and labeling of buttons may vary by keyboard model.

Eject 1 and Eject 2

Rec Starts recording to selected media.

Stop Stops media.

Play/Pause Plays or pauses media.

Prev Rewinds media.

Next Fast-forwards media.

Volume

Volume Volume buttons

Mute Turns speaker sound on and off.

Opens or closes upper and lower optical drive trays.

Volume knob controls speaker volume.

Configuring the keyboard buttons

1 Click Start on the taskbar, choose Control

Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is present.

Clicking the Restore Defaults button on the Button tab restores all of the buttons to factory settings.

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2 Double-click Keyboard. 3 In the Keyboard Properties window that

opens, click the Buttons tab.

4 Double-click the button you want to change.

5 Choose the button capability from the drop-

down list. Enter the Display label and Address information. (For a Web site, enter the complete Web site URL in the Address box.)

6 Click OK.

7 On the Buttons tab, click Apply. Repeat steps

4 through 6 for other buttons.

8 Click OK when you are finished.

Using the Remote Control

Use the remote control to open the Media Center program, and use it to view TV, record TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video.

Use the remote control at a maximum distance of 8 meters (26 feet) from the remote sensor and at a maximum of 22.5 degrees (45 degrees total) from the center of the remote sensor.

Troubleshooting the remote control

If your remote doesn’t work:

■ Make sure that the batteries for the remote

control are charged and installed correctly.

■ Make sure the front of the remote sensor

(IR Receiver) is not blocked.

■ Point the remote control within a 45-degree

angle range and less than 8 meters (26 feet) away.

■ If a pressed key repeats itself or sticks, unplug

the remote sensor from the USB connector, wait 1 minute, and plug the remote sensor back in. Try altering the lighting conditions in the room or moving the location of the remote sensor if this continues.

To use the remote control, simply point it at the remote sensor and press the Start button.

Use alkaline batteries in the remote control.

45˚

26 feet

(8 meters)

■ Press the Enter button on the remote control

after changing a channel.

■ Point the remote control toward the remote

sensor and press a button. A faint red light should appear on the remote sensor. If the light appears, then the problem is probably in the Media Center software. Close Media Center, restart the PC, and then open Media Center again.

■ If the remote control works in Media Center

but not when changing channels, you need to reconfigure the Media Center software settings for the cable set-top box or satellite receiver.

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Memory Card Reader

Do not try to remove media when the inuse light is blinking. Doing so may cause loss of data.

Some memory cards, such as CF Ultra/III, are not compatible with the memory card reader that came with your HP Media Center PC.

Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media to store digital picture files. The optional memory card reader can read and can write to a variety of types of memory cards and the IBM Microdrive disk drive.

A SmartMedia/xD

B In-use light (indicates data is being

read or written)

C MMC/SD (MultiMedia Card/Secure

Digital)

Card Insert the media 4-slot reader location

CompactFlash Type 1 media Receptacle edge (holes) D (Lower-left slot)

The card reader is accessible directly on the front of the PC. It has four horizontal card slots, which accept the memory cards and the Microdrive disk drive.

D CompactFlash I/II or Microdrive

E MS/MS-Pro (Memory Stick or Memory

Stick Pro)

CompactFlash Type II media Receptacle edge (holes) D (Lower-left slot)

IBM Microdrive disk drive Receptacle edge (holes) D (Lower-left slot)

Secure Digital (SD) memory card Facing up C (Upper-right slot)

MultiMedia Card (MMC) Facing up C (Upper-right slot)

Memory Stick (MS) memory card Facing up E (Lower-right slot)

Memory Stick (MS-Pro) memory card

SmartMedia (SM) memory card Facing up A (Upper-left slot)

xD media Facing up A (Upper-left slot)

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Facing up E (Lower-right slot)

Formatting a memory card

If you have not used the memory card, you may need to format it first.

1 Format your memory card in your digital

camera. Follow the instructions that came with your digital camera. HP recommends formatting your memory card in your digital camera.

1 Insert the media into the correct card slot on

the reader until it stops and locks into place. The light on the reader lights, and the computer automatically detects the media.

Using the memory card reader

If you have not used the memory card, you may need to format it first. See “Formatting a memory card” on page 57. You can insert various media cards simultaneously in their appropriate slots. Each drive has its own drive letter. When you insert the media, the display label may change to the title of the media, if the title is present.

2 Click Start, and then click My Computer. 3 Under Devices with Removable Storage,

right-click the correct memory card icon.

4 Select Format, and then type a label name

into the label field. For best compatibility, select FAT as the file system settings.

5 Click Start. 6 Click OK on the Format Complete window,

and then click Close.

Some memory cards have a lock position. To view or edit your photos, make sure the memory card is in the unlocked position.

1 Insert the media into the correct card slot on

the reader until it stops. The in-use light on the memory card reader lights, and the PC automatically detects the media.

2 An Autoplay window opens. Select a program

to access your files. The PC opens a program so you can access the media contents. You can copy files from or to the media.

Understanding the in-use light

The memory card reader in-use light is off when there are no media cards plugged into the four slots.

The light turns on when a media card is inserted into a slot. The light blinks when data is being transferred between the card and the PC.

If the Autoplay window does not open, you can click Start, click My Computer, and then double-click the memory card icon to display the files on the memory card.

3 When you are finished, right-click the drive

icon, select Eject, check that the in-use light is on but not blinking, and then remove the media. A steady light indicates that the PC is not reading or writing the media.

Do not try to remove media when the inuse light is blinking. Doing so may cause loss of data.

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Troubleshooting the memory card reader

If you are having problems reading to or writing to a memory card, try the following:

CompactFlash and Microdrive are keyed and cannot be inserted incorrectly. Insert the receptacle edge (holes) of this media into the slot.

Do not click Stop in the Safely Remove Hardware window while the USB Mass Storage Device is selected. Doing so removes the operating system recognition of the memory card reader from your PC. You must restart the PC to use your reader again.

■ Make sure the read/write switch on the

memory card, if available, is set to Write Enabled.

■ Make sure the amount of data you want to

store is not larger than the capacity of the memory card.

■ Make sure the memory card is one of the

supported types: CompactFlash Type I and II, IBM Microdrive, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia Card, Secure Digital, SmartMedia, or xD media.

■ Make sure the memory card is fully inserted

into the correct slot.

Safely Remove Hardware Utility

If you inadvertently open the Safely Remove Hardware window, click Close.

If you click Stop while the USB Mass Storage Device is selected, the operating system will not recognize the memory card reader. You will need to restart the PC for it to recognize the memory card reader.

■ Remove the memory card and shine a

flashlight into the empty slot to see if any pins are bent. Replace the memory card reader, or have the PC serviced if a pin is bent to the point of touching another pin. Straighten slightly bent pins with the PC off using the tip of a fine tip retracted ballpoint pen.

■ Inspect the ends of the memory cards for

anything that could be blocking a proper connection. Clean the contacts with a lint-free cloth and small amounts of alcohol. Replace the memory card, if necessary.

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Using Your Storage or Docking Bay

Your PC may have a docking bay (select models only) on the top of the PC. You can use the docking bay to:

■ Store CDs, DVDs, or memory cards.

■ Dock a peripheral device in the back, such as

a digital camera docking station.

■ Install a special cover (optional) and an HP

digital camera and HP digital camera docking station. (Both the HP digital camera and the camera docking station are sold separately.)

Installing an HP Camera Docking Station

HP Media Center PCs come with a camera docking bay and two camera docking bay lids. This bay is designed to hold an HP camera docking station and several HP digital cameras.

To install the HP camera docking station:

1 Gently press down the CD storage lid and

slide it open.

2 Place the camera docking station (A) on the

top of the PC.

3 Place the camera bracket (B) that came with

your digital camera on the camera docking station.

■ Install a special cover (optional) and an iPod

Dock for use with an iPod. (Both the iPod and iPod Dock are sold separately.)

The top bay design of the PC allows you to place a device and thread a FireWire (IEEE 1394) data cable and the power cord underneath the rear top cover to the connectors on the back of the PC.

The camera docking station, digital camera cables, PC lids, and the HP digital camera and bracket are optional items that can be purchased separately.

The camera bracket clips onto the camera dock base. This bracket comes with the digital camera.

Using the PC Hardware 59

4 Thread the cables (C) that came with your

camera docking station through the cable tunnel, starting from the back of the PC and threading them to the front of the PC. Pull cables to the center.

5 Connect the cables:

■ Plug the USB cable into the back of the PC.

(The location of USB ports varies by PC model.)

■ Plug the red and yellow connectors (not

shown) into a TV if you want to view the camera images on a TV (optional).

■ Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

Refer to the instructions that came with the HP camera docking station.

■

C I

■

SERIAL

ETHERNET

U T

T V

-OU

LCD

S-VID IN

VID IN

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6 Place the correct camera docking station lid

(D) on top of the PC. Gently guide the edge of the lid into the top of the PC.

7 Place the HP digital camera (E) into the

camera docking station.

8 Follow the instructions that came with your

camera docking station.

Installing an iPod Dock

To install the iPod dock:

1 Gently press down the CD storage lid, and

slide it open.

2 Place the iPod Dock (H) on the top of the PC.

The iPod Dock, iPod cables, PC lid, and the

iPod are optional items that can be purchased separately.

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3 Thread the USB cable that came with your

iPod Dock through the cable tunnel, starting from the back of the PC and threading them to the front of the PC. Pull cable to the center and connect them to the back of the iPod Dock (K).

4 Connect the USB cable into the back of

the PC.

Refer to the instructions that came with the iPod.

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SERIAL

HER

N ET

U T

T V

-OU

LCD

V I D IN

T V

5 Place the iPod Dock lid (L) on top of the PC.

mory

Gently guide the edge of the lid into the top of the PC.

6 When you want to use it, place the iPod (M)

into the docking station.

7 Follow the instructions that came with

your iPod.

rtMedia / xD

C ompactF

lash /

I/II

MMC / SD

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Connecting the Wireless LAN

(Select models only)

The wireless LAN antenna connector is located either below the fan or in one of the I/O slots on the back of the PC.

You can connect the HP Media Center PC to an

802.11b/g wireless network. An external antenna is supplied with your system. You must connect this antenna to connect to the wireless network. You need an existing wireless LAN with an Internet connection (consult your ISP for further information).

You can establish a wireless network using your HP Media Center PC as a Wireless Access Point or you can use your PC as a client if you already have a wireless network functioning.

An external antenna is supplied with your system and must be connected to the 802.11 module to increase the range and sensitivity of the radio.

1 Screw the wireless LAN antenna into the

wireless LAN connector on the back of the PC.

2 You may want to move the end of the antenna

away from the PC to improve your signal reception.

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Troubleshooting

For help on general and miscellaneous problems you may be experiencing with the PC, refer to:

■ The other troubleshooting documentation that

came with your PC.

■ The following pages in this section.

Audio

I don’t have sound from my speakers.

■ Check Volume and Mute settings.

See“Configuring Speaker and Sound Options” on page 29.

■ Verify sound cable connections.

Surround sound isn’t working.

(Select models only)

Configure the audio software for your surround sound speakers. See the procedures in “Configuring Audio Output” on page 43.

■ The topics in Help and Support. Press the Help

button on your keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar and select Help and Support.

■ Reinstall the sound card drivers by using

Application Recovery. See “Application Recovery” in the other documentation that came with your PC.

■ Reconfigure the software for surround sound.

If you need

more information about using or troubleshooting Media Center, refer to the Media Center online Help or Help and Support in the Start menu.

Video

When I push one of the special or multimedia buttons on the keyboard, nothing happens.

Check the button configuration. To configure the button, see “Configuring the keyboard buttons” on page 54.

I am using a TV with Media Center, but I cannot see anything.

Check that the TV is connected to the PC and that the TV out image is enabled. See “Using the TV as a Monitor” on page 22.

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My software stopped working.

Refer to the sections about Application and System Recovery in the other documentation that came with your PC to reinstall a software program. If your program came on a CD, follow the instructions that came with the software to reinstall it.

Codec errors are occurring when I play certain files.

Codec is an abbreviation for compressordecompressor. A codec is software or hardware used to compress and decompress audio/video files.

If you get a codec error when playing an audio file, open the file in Windows Media Player. If you have configured Windows Media Player to automatically download codecs and the correct codec is available, then your file should play. You must be connected to the Internet to download the codec file.

My PC is experiencing video errors.

■ Your file may be corrupt or in an unsupported

format. Open the video file in a video editor such as WinDVD Creator, and then resave the file in a supported format.

■ There may be a problem with the codec. For

more information, look in Windows Media Player Help, and then search for codec.

e Click the Driver tab, and then click the

f Select Install from a list or a specific

g Remove the check mark from Search

Update Driver button.

location, and then click Next.

removable media.

■ If the error message Files Needed To Display

Video Are Missing or Corrupt appears, follow these steps:

a Click Start, right-click My Computer,

and then select Properties.

b Click the Hardware tab, and then click

the Device Manager button.

c Click the plus sign (+) next to Sound,

video and game controllers.

d Double-click the TV tuner device.

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h Click Include this location in this

search, and then click the Browse

button.

i Click the plus sign (+) in order, next to

each of the following directories:

■ My Computer

■ C:/

■ Drivers

j Click OK, Next, and then click Finish

after the drivers are updated.

k Restart the PC.

System and Hardware

My remote control doesn’t work.

See “Troubleshooting the remote control” on page 55.

My remote sensor is not receiving a signal from the remote control.

If a faint red light doesn’t appear when you point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the OK button, try the following:

1 Click Start, right-click My Computer, and

then select Properties.

2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click

Device Manager.

3 Click the plus (+) sign next to Universal Serial

Bus Controllers.

4 If the eHome Infrared Receiver is listed under

Universal Serial Bus Controllers, Windows is properly detecting the IR Receiver. If it is not listed, go to the next step.

5 Unplug the end of the USB cable on the

remote sensor from the PC and plug it into the same USB port.

6 Disconnect all other USB devices, leave the

remote sensor plugged in, and then restart the PC. Plug in other USB devices after the remote sensor appears in the Device Manager window.

Your system is provided with a voltage select switch for use in a

or 230

115 power system. The voltage select switch has been preset to the correct voltage setting for use in the particular country/region where it was initially sold. Changing the voltage select switch to the incorrect position can damage your PC and void any implied warranty.

Troubleshooting 67

The memory card reader won’t read my memory card.

■ The memory card reader is a device that uses

the Safely Remove Hardware task. This appears as a system tray icon next to the time. Do not click Stop in the Safely Remove Hardware window. If you do click Stop, the

■ Make sure the memory card is one of the

supported types: CompactFlash (1, 2, and Microdrive), Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia, Secure Digital, SmartMedia,

or XD. drive is disconnected. If this happens, restart the PC.

■ Make sure the memory card is fully inserted

into the correct slot.

■ Do not insert or remove memory cards when

the in-use light is flashing. To do so may cause data loss, or it may permanently damage the card reader.

■ Remove the memory card when the light is not

flashing, and shine a flashlight into the empty

slot. If any of the pins are bent, replace the

memory card reader, or have the PC serviced

■ Format a memory card before you use it. See

“Formatting a memory card” on page 57.

if a pin is touching another pin. To straighten

slightly bent pins, use the tip of a fine point

retracted ballpoint pen with the computer off.

■ Some cards have a read/write or security

switch on the card. Make sure the read/write switch is set to Write Enabled before attempting to write data to it.

■ Inspect the ends of the memory cards for dirt

or material closing a hole or spoiling a metal

contact. Clean the contacts with a lint-free

cloth and small amounts of isopropyl alcohol.

■ Make sure the amount of data you are storing

Replace the memory card if necessary. has not exceeded the storage limit of the card.

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Index

analog video cable

using 13

audio connector 7

backing up PC data 3 batteries

installing in remote control 55 type for remote control 55

buttons

media control or playback 54 On 2

cables

connecting PC to TV 22 included 11 not included 12

TV 11 camera docking station, installing 59 coaxial cable

connecting the TV signal source 18 codec errors 66 CompactFlash reader 56 Composite Video In connector 8 computer

connecting the remote sensor 16

connecting the TV signal source 15

getting started 1

keyboard buttons not working 65

turning on 2 connecting

digital video camera 9, 38

headphones 51 connector

Audio Line In 7

Audio Line Out 7

Composite Video In 8

FireWire (IEEE 1394) 5, 6

FM In 8

headphones 5

keyboard 6

Microphone In 5

modem 8

monitor 7

mouse 6

printer 6

S-video In 7 TV/Cable Ant 8 USB 5, 6

connectors

back panel 6 front panel 5

devices

connecting 10

digital camera

connecting 9, 10 using 56

digital video camera

connecting to PC 9, 38 recording videos 9, 38 troubleshooting 9

documentation

online guides 2

drives

memory card reader 56

error

codec 66 Files Needed To Display Video Are Missing or

Corrupt 66

video 66

Ethernet network hub 7

FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector 5, 6 FM In connector 8 FM radio antenna

connecting 8

Found New Hardware message, connecting a

digital camera 9

headphones

connector 5 using 51

home stereo system

connecting to the PC 38 home videos 9, 38 HP

updates from 2

Index 69

installing

camera dock 59 camera docking station 59

Internet service provider 3

keyboard

connector 6 keys 53 using 53

keyboard buttons

access 53 configuring 54 media playback 54 not working 65 special 53

LAN

antenna 64

Media Center

opening

with remote control 55

memory card reader

in-use light 57 troubleshooting 58

using 56, 57 memory card, formatting 57 Memory Stick (MS) reader 56 Memory Stick Pro (MS-Pro) reader 56 Microdrive reader 56 microphone

connector 5 modem

connector 8 monitor

connector 7 mouse

connector 6 MultiMedia Card (MMC) reader 56 Mute button 54

network interface adapter 7

choosing a setup location 1 connecting the remote sensor 16 connecting the TV signal source 15 connecting TV signal source with set-top box

and VCR 18 front-panel connectors 5 protecting with virus-scanning software 4 setup tips 1 virus scanning program 4

printer

connecting 10 connector 6

recording

videos from digital video camera 9, 38

remote control

range 55 type of battery to use 55 using 55

remote sensor 67

connecting 16 using 55

Safely Remove Hardware utility 58 safety information 2

ergonomic information 2

scanner, connecting 10 Secure Digital (SD) reader 56 serial port connector 6 settings

remote control and remote sensor 67

SmartMedia (SM) reader 56 software

installing 4

sound

using addtional sound cables 1

sound not working 65 speaker systems 29 speakers

configuring multichannel audio for Sound

Manager 44 connecting multichannel audio speakers to the

PC 30, 32–42, 47 enable digital audio output 45, 48

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resolving sound issues 52 setting up digital speaker output 49

standby mode

button 53

stereo

connecting to the PC 38

S-video In connector 7

transfer wizard 3 transferring old PC information to a new PC 3 troubleshooting

keyboard buttons not working 65 memory card reader 68 remote control 67 remote sensor 67

sound 65 turning on computer 2 TV

connecting 22

connecting the TV signal source 15, 17, 20

disabling the TV option 27

disconnecting 28

setting up 26

using as a monitor 22 TV tuner

connecting TV to PC 22

signal source 15

USB

connector 5, 6 utility programs 1

video cable

analog 13 video errors, resolving 66 video game console

using 1 video, using additional video cables 1 videos

working with home videos 9 virus-scanning program 4

xD reader 56

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Part Number: 5991-2313

HP m7050e, m7050y, m7060n, m7063w, m7067c Getting Started Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

PC Setup Tips

Before Getting Started

Choosing a PC setup location

Choosing a display

Using additional video cables

Using additional sound cables

Using a video game console

Utility Programs

Updates from HP

Important Safety Information About Your HP Media Center PC

Safety and Comfort

Online Guides

Starting the PC for the First Time

Selecting an Internet Service Provider

Open Easy Internet Sign-up:

HP Products Work Better Together

Transferring Old PC Information to a New PC

Protecting the PC

Installing Software

Setting Up the PC

Front-Panel PC Connectors

Back-Panel PC Connectors

Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the PC

Connecting to Other Devices

Using TV Cables

Connecting the Television Signal

Audio and Video Cables Included

Optional Audio and Video Cables Not Included

Using the Analog Video Cable

Connecting the TV Signal Source

Connecting a dual tuner

Connecting the Remote Sensor

Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup

Wall to VCR to TV using coaxial cable

Wall to cable TV set-top box or satellite box to VCR to TV using coaxial cable

Wall to cable TV set-top box or satellite box to VCR and TV using S-video cable or composite video cable between the box and the VCR or TV

Using the TV as a Monitor

Cables for connecting to a TV

Connecting to a TV

Using the Media Center Setup Wizard for Optional Setup of Your TV Display

Changing the Display for a GeForce 6600 Graphics Card

Changing the Display for an ATI Graphics Card

Viewing the PC image on the TV

Disabling the TV option

Disconnecting the TV

Configuring Speaker and Sound Options

Sound Connector Types

Speaker Configurations

Speaker types

Connecting 2/2.1 Audio Speakers

Connecting 4.1 Audio Speakers

Connecting 5.1 Audio Speakers

Connecting 7.1 Audio Speakers

Connecting 7.1 Speakers to a Sound Card

Connecting the PC to a Home Audio System

Y adapter cables

2.1 home stereo installation

6/5.1 home audio installation

6/5.1 home audio installation procedure

Connecting Digital Audio

Configuring Audio Output

Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager

Enabling digital audio output with Multi-channel Sound Manager (optional)

Sound Effect Manager

Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager

The Sound Effect Manager control screens

Using the Audio Wizard in the Sound Effect Manager (6 connector)

Retasking front-panel connectors

Disabling digital audio output with Sound Effect Manager (optional)

Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card

Enabling digital audio output with a sound card (optional)

Configuring Audio for Media Center

Configuring Audio for WinDVD Player

Using Headphones

Using a 2.1 speaker system