Medion MD 8393 user Manual

Notes on this Manual

Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The proper set up, use and
care can help extend the life of your computer. In the event that you transfer own­ership of this computer, please provide these instructions to the new owner.

This manual is divided into sections to help you locate the information you require.
Along with the Table of Contents at the beginning of this manual, an Index has
been provided to help you find topical information.

If you want to start up your PC immediately, please read the chapters Operational
Safety (page 3) and Setting up and Getting Started (page 8).

We strongly recommend you read this entire manual to ensure the proper set-up
and operation of your PC.

Many application programs incorporate extensive help functions. As a general rule,
you can access help functions by pressing F1 on the keyboard. These help functions
will be available to you while you are using the Microsoft Windows
tem or the respective application program.

Windows Vista
dows and your PC. You can find this information in the Welcome Center after
booting up your PC. We have listed further useful sources of information starting
on page 52.

®

offers you additional aids to learn about the new version of Win-

®

operating sys-

Audience

These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user. Regardless
of the possible professional utilisation, this PC is designed for day-to-day household
use. The functions and applications for use with this PC have been designed with
the entire family in mind.

Purchase Details

Enter your purchase details below for quick reference.

Serial Numbers ......................................

(i.e. Microsoft®) ......................................

Place and date of Purchase ......................................

You will find the PC serial number on the rear of the PC. Also copy this number into
your guarantee documents, if necessary.

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Quality

Medion has selected the components in this computer for their high level of func­tionality, ease of use, safety and reliability.

Through balanced hardware and software design we are able to provide you with
an innovative personal computer useful for applications relating to both work and
leisure.

We are pleased to welcome you as our newest customer. Thank you for choos-

ing our products.

© 2008 Medion
marks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Pentium® is a registered
trademark of Intel Corporation. The names of actual companies and products mentioned
herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Table of contents

Safety............................................................................................. 1

Operational Safety ..................................................................................... 3

Data Security .......................................................................................... 4

Setting Up & Getting Started ........................................................ 5

Included with your PC ............................................................................... 7

Setting Up.................................................................................................. 8

Set-up Location ...................................................................................... 8

Ambient Temperature ............................................................................ 8

Ergonomics ............................................................................................ 9

Connecting.............................................................................................. 11

Cabling................................................................................................. 11

Front Connectors.................................................................................. 12

Connecting IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) Devices............................................. 13

LAN Connection ................................................................................... 13

Connecting Speakers/Audio Output..................................................... 14

PCs with Surround Sound ................................................................. 14

TV-out .................................................................................................. 15

Antenna Connection for TV .................................................................. 15

Analogue TV reception...................................................................... 15

DVB-T TV reception ........................................................................... 15

DVB-S TV reception ........................................................................... 15

Connecting the Monitor ....................................................................... 16

Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input ............................................. 17

Connecting USB Devices....................................................................... 17

Connecting Serial Devices .................................................................... 18

Connecting PS/2 Devices...................................................................... 18

Connecting Headphones...................................................................... 19

Connecting a Microphone.................................................................... 19

Connecting S-ATA devices .................................................................... 20

Remove S-ATA devices....................................................................... 20

Connecting a Recording Source / Video Inlet........................................ 20

Connecting to the Power Supply.......................................................... 21

Getting Started ........................................................................................ 22

Step 1: Power On ................................................................................. 22

Switch............................................................................................... 22

On/off Switch.................................................................................... 22

Step 2: Starting Initial Setup ................................................................. 23

Step 3: Finalising .................................................................................. 24

Short Description of the Windows® Desktop ...................................... 24

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Operation .................................................................................... 27

The Mouse............................................................................................... 29

The Keyboard........................................................................................... 30

The Alt and Ctrl Keys ............................................................................ 31

The Hard Drive......................................................................................... 32

Important Directories ........................................................................... 33

Connecting an external hard drive........................................................ 34

The Optical Drive ..................................................................................... 35

Loading a Disc: ..................................................................................... 35

Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs......................................... 35

How to Remove a Disc.......................................................................... 36

The Optical Drive as Boot Drive ............................................................ 36

Regional Playback Information for DVD Movies .................................... 36

Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter .......................................... 37

The Memory Card Reader ........................................................................ 38

The Graphics Card ................................................................................... 39

Personalize appearance and sounds ..................................................... 39

Connecting the PC to a Television ........................................................ 40

How to Connect the PC to a Television:............................................. 40

The Sound Card....................................................................................... 41

IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) ................................................................................ 42

Application Options for IEEE1394 ......................................................... 42

Technical Specifications ........................................................................ 42

USB Port................................................................................................... 43

The Network ............................................................................................ 44

What is a Network?............................................................................... 44

Wireless LAN......................................................................................... 45

Safety Note........................................................................................ 45

Conditions ........................................................................................ 45

Troubleshooting within the Network.................................................... 46

The TV Tuner Card................................................................................... 47

Watch TV .............................................................................................. 47

The Remote Control................................................................................. 47

Inserting Batteries................................................................................. 47

Button layout ....................................................................................... 48

Changing the transmission/reception channels .................................... 50

Serial COM Port ....................................................................................... 51

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Software .................................................................................................. 52

Getting to Know Windows Vista®.......................................................... 52

Windows Vista® – Quick Start Guide................................................... 52

Windows Vista® - Help and Support ................................................... 52

Windows Vista® – Welcome Center .................................................... 53

Windows Vista® – User Account Control............................................. 54

Installation of Software......................................................................... 55

How to Install your Software ............................................................. 55

Software Uninstallation ..................................................................... 56

Windows Activation.............................................................................. 57

Product Activation on your PC........................................................... 57

BIOS Setup ........................................................................................... 58

Execution of the BIOS Setup .............................................................. 58

BullGuard Internet Security .................................................................. 59

Customer Service & Self Help ...................................................... 61

Data and System Security ........................................................................ 63

Data Security ........................................................................................ 63

Maintenance Programs......................................................................... 63

System Restore......................................................................................... 64

Correction ............................................................................................ 64

Windows® Update ................................................................................. 65

Windows Update Information for Data Security................................. 66

System Restore powered by Symantec ................................................. 67

Limits of the Recovery........................................................................ 67

Carrying out a Restore....................................................................... 67

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................... 68

Customer Service..................................................................................... 69

Troubleshooting................................................................................... 69

Localise the Cause ................................................................................ 69

Errors and Possible Causes.................................................................... 70

Additional Support ............................................................................... 71

Driver Support...................................................................................... 71

Transporting the PC.............................................................................. 72

Cleaning and Care................................................................................ 72

Recycling and Disposal ......................................................................... 73

Battery Treatment................................................................................. 73

Upgrades and Repairs........................................................................... 75

Notes for Service Engineers ............................................................... 75

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Appendix ..................................................................................... 77

Standards ................................................................................................ 79

Electromagnetic Compatibility.............................................................. 79

Electrical Safety..................................................................................... 79

Ergonomics .......................................................................................... 79

Noise Emission...................................................................................... 80

Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R&TTE .... 80

FCC Compliance Statement.................................................................. 81

Making Copies of this Manual ........................................................... 81

Index ....................................................................................................... 82

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Safety Connecting Operation Help Appendix

Chapter 1

Safety

Subject Page

Operational Safety .......................................................... 3

Data Security ................................................................... 4

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Operational Safety

Please read this chapter carefully and observe all listed notes.
This ensures a reliable operation and long life expectancy of your PC.

• Do not allow children to play unattended with electrical equipment. Chil-
dren are incapable of judging potential risks properly.

• Keep the packing materials, such as plastic sheeting away from children. The
danger of suffocation could arise in the case of misuse.

• Do not open the PC casing or use the PC with the casing removed. When
the casing is open there is a danger to life from electric shock.

• Optical drives are Laser Class 1 devices. These lasers must remain in their
sealed PC casing. Do not remove the drive covers, as exposure to the lasers
may prove harmful.

• Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of the PC. This may
lead to electric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage your PC.

• Do not cover the slots and openings in the PC casing. These openings are for
ventilation purposes. Covering these vents may lead to overheating. Please
keep free a minimum distance of 20 cm on all sides when setting up the PC.

• Do not subject the device to drops or splashes of water and do not place any
vessels filled with water, such as vases, on the device. Water penetrating the
device can impair its electrical safety.

Switch off your PC immediately or do not switch it on at all and contact cus­tomer service …

• … if the power cord or the connectors attached to it are burnt or damaged.
Replace the defective power cord with an original power cord. Under no cir­cumstances may a defective power cord be repaired.

• ... if the housing of the PC is damaged or fluids have leaked into it. Have the
PC checked by customer service first, because the PC may not be safely op­erated otherwise and there may be a life-threatening risk of electrocution!

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Data Security

Attention!

Every time you update your data make back-up copies on an external
storage medium. The supplier does not assume liability for data loss
or damage to data storage units, and no claims can be accepted
for damages resulting from the loss of data or consequential losses.

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Chapter 2

Setting Up &

Getting Started

Subject Page

Included with your PC ...................................................... 7

Setting Up ........................................................................ 8

Connecting ....................................................................11

Getting Started .............................................................. 22

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Included with your PC

Please check that the contents listed below are supplied with your package and
notify us within 14 days of purchase if this is not the case. You MUST provide your
PC’s serial number when contacting a customer service representative.

Your PC bundle should include the following components:

• PC and power cord

• OEM Version of Operating System

• PS/2 keyboard

• PS/2 mouse

• Application-/ Support Disc

• Documentation

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Setting Up

Remember that choosing the proper location for your PC is just as important as
connecting it correctly.

Set-up Location

• Keep your PC and all units connected to it away from moisture, dust, heat
and direct sunlight. Failure to observe these instructions can lead to mal­functions or damage to the PC.

• To prevent damage to your PC from a fall, place and operate the PC and all
connected units on a stable, balanced and vibration-free surface.

Ambient Temperature

• The PC can be operated at an ambient temperature of between 10° and
35°C (+41° and +95°F) and at a relative humidity of between 30% and 70%
(without condensation).

• When powered off, the PC can be stored at temperatures between -20° and
50°C (–40° and +158°F).

• Unplug the cable during thunderstorms and make especially sure to remove
the antenna cables, if present. We recommend the use of a surge protector
for additional safety, in order to protect your PC from being damaged by
power peaks or lightning strikes through the power network.

• Delay operating a PC after transport until the device has adjusted to the am-
bient temperature. In situations of large temperature or humidity differences
condensation may build up moisture inside the PC, which might cause an
electrical short circuit.

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Ergonomics

Note

Ensure that the monitor is set up in such a way that reflections,
glare and light/darkness contrast are avoided.

You should not position the monitor in close proximity to a window as this is usu­ally the brightest area of the room and may cause visual impairments during day­light hours.

Always position the monitor in a line of sight that runs parallel to the window front
(see picture).

You should also apply a parallel line of sight with respect to artificial lighting. This
means that in a room lit by artificial light essentially the same criteria and objectives
apply. Should it not be possible to arrange the monitor as outlined above, the fol­lowing measures might be helpful:

• Turn, lower or incline the monitor.

• Place horizontal or vertical shades at the windows.

• Working in Comfort

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Note

Take regular breaks from the work at your screen to prevent tense­ness and exhaustion.

Sitting in one position for long periods can be uncomfortable. To minimize the
potential for physical discomfort or injury, it’s important that you maintain proper
posture.

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Overall:
Change your position frequently and take regular breaks to avoid fatigue.

Back:
While sitting at your work surface, make sure your back is supported by the chair’s
backrest in erect position or angled slightly backwards.

Legs:
Your thighs should be horizontal or angled slightly downward. Your lower legs
should be near a right angle to your thighs. Your feet should rest flat on the floor. If
necessary, use a footrest, but double check that you have your seat height adjusted
correctly before getting a footrest.

Arms:
Your arms should be relaxed and loose, elbows close to your sides, with forearms
and hands approximately parallel to the floor.

Wrists:
Your wrists should be as straight as possible while using the keyboard, mouse or
trackball. They should not be bent sideways, or more than 10 degrees up or down.

Head:
Your head should be upright or tilted slightly forward. Avoid working with your
head or neck twisted.

• Hand rest:
2” – 4”

• Viewing distance:
20” – 27.5”

• Legroom (vertical):
minimum 25.5”

• Legroom (horizontal):
minimum 23.6”

• Top line of screen at eye
level or slightly below.

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Connecting

For a better guidance, open up the left inner page of the cover with the
diagrams to find the location of the described connections.

Note:

The devices listed are not necessarily included with your PC.
All the connections listed are optional and will not inevitably be
available on your PC.

Cabling

Please follow the instructions below in order to correctly connect your PC:

• Arrange cables in such a way that no one can tread on or trip over them.

• Do not place objects on the cables.

• To avoid damage to your PC, connect your peripherals (e.g., keyboard,

mouse and monitor) whilst your PC is powered off. Some devices can be
connected whilst your PC is in use. These devices usually have a USB con­nector. Please follow the appropriate instructions for each device.

• Keep the PC at least one meter (approximately three feet) away from high
frequency and magnetic interference sources (e.g., televisions, loudspeaker
cabinets, mobile telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and/or loss
of data.

• Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 metres (9.84 ft) should
be used for the external interfaces. Please only use doubly shielded cable in
the case of printer cables.

• Do not replace the cables supplied with the machine by any others. Use the
cables belonging to the scope of the delivery exclusively, because they will
have been tested extensively in our laboratories.

• Also only use the connection cable supplied with the devices for the connec-
tion of your peripheral devices.

• Make sure that all connection cables have been connected to the peripheral
devices associated with them, in order to avoid disruptive radiation. Remove
unneeded cables.

• The connection of devices is limited to equipment that complies with
EN60950 “Safety of information technology equipment” or EN60065 “Au­dio, video and similar electronic apparatus. Safety requirements”.

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• In the first hours of operation, new devices may emit a typical, unavoidable
but completely harmless smell, which will decline increasingly in the course
of time.
We recommend that you ventilate the room regularly, in order to counteract
the formation of the smell. During the development of this product, we
have made sure that the applicable limits are clearly lowered.

Note

You only need to connect those components to your computer you
require. If you do not have the described device (e. g. printer) you
may skip the respective item and carry it out later, if necessary.

Front Connectors

Diagram reference: D

Some connections are located behind the front flap. This offers you the great ad­vantage of creating frequently used connections quickly and conveniently, without
turning the PC round. The flap, which can be slid, also protects the connections.

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Connecting IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) Devices

Diagram reference: F

Warning!

Connect your IEEE 1394 devices after initial set-up of your new
PC. This will prevent unnecessary confusion during installation. These
devices can generally be connected during operation. Read the man­ual for your peripheral device first.

Note

Peripheral devices can have different connecting cables (6-pole,
4-pole ). Please check what kind of cable you need for your periph­eral device.

Note

Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid dam­aging the contacts. Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits
into the socket in one position.

1. Connect the IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port of your PC.

Important

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The connectors of the front side are not configured for parallel use.

LAN Connection

Diagram reference: G

Your PC is equipped with a network connection, in order to prepare it for network
operation.

The network cable usually has two RJ45 plugs so that it is unimportant which plug
is connected to which jack.

1. Connect the one plug of the cable to the PC jack.

2. Connect the other plug to the other PC or hub/switch.

For further information refer to chapter “The Network” starting at page 44.

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Connecting Speakers/Audio Output

Diagram reference: H

Here you can connect your active speakers for replaying or audio connection
cables for recording. Please refer to the user's guide of your stereo installation for
information about which connector you should use (usually Line In or Aux).

1. Connect the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug into the green socket
((( )))

on the rear of your PC.

PCs with Surround Sound

Diagram reference: H

Connect your surround equipment as follows:

(

1. Connect the front speaker to the green socket marked .

2. Attach the rear loudspeakers to the connector RS OUT.

3. Your centre speaker or subwoofer can be connected to the socket
CS OUT.

4. Connect to the SS OUT socket two more speakers for the back surround.

A digital audio output (SPDIF) can be connected to an optical and/or a coaxial
cable.

Diagram reference: L1, L2

1. Plug an optical cable to the socket at position L1 or a cinch cable at position
L2.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to an audio device with a corresponding
digital input.

(( )))

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TV-out

Diagram reference: I, K

You can attach a television set to the video exit (TV-out) and transfer it to your com­puter display. Please use an S-video cable (I).

Alternatively, if your television set has an appropriate port, you can use the digital
HDMI connection (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (K) for the transmission of
picture and sound signals.

Note

The video output can only be used for replaying.

1. Connect your PC and your television with the cord required for your TV.

Antenna Connection for TV

Analogue TV reception

Diagram reference: J1

1. Connect a terrestrial aerial or cable television to the TV socket (J1) of your TV
card.

DVB-T TV reception

Diagram reference: J1

You will have the possibility of using these services by means of a corresponding
aerial (not included in the scope of delivery), if DVB-T or digital services are offered
at your location.

1. Connect a DVB-T aerial to the TV socket (J1) of your TV card.

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DVB-S TV reception

Diagram reference: J2

You can watch television with your digital satellite equipment by means of the
DVB-S connection (J2).

1. Connect your satellite equipment to the TV socket of your TV card (J2).

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Connecting the Monitor

Diagram reference: K

Your PC is equipped with a DVI and a HDMI connector.

Note

Always only connect one data cable, in order to avoid problems with
the signal allocation, if your monitor has several inputs (e.g. VGA and
DVI).

Note

Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid dam­aging the contacts. Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits
into the socket in one position.

1. Connect the data cable of the monitor to the socket on the graphics card
(reference K). If necessary, remove the white guard-ring on the monitor
plug and ensure that the plug and socket mate together precisely. You will
be able to connect your external monitor by means of a DVI Ö VGA adapter
if it has a VGA connector.

2. Hand-tighten the screws on the monitor cable.

Caution!

Your PC monitor is preconfigured for a screen resolution of 1024 x
768 pixels and an optimal refresh rate of 60 hz. If your monitor does

not support these settings it may become damaged or malfunction
during use. You can change the screen resolution and configuration
of your monitor as follows (See also your monitor's User Manual).

You can change the screen resolution in the Control Panel under Personalize
appearance and sounds.

The Program can be started in the following way:

• Right mouse click on the Windows interface (Desktop) and a left mouse click
on Personalization.

or

• Through Start Ö Control Panel Ö Personalize appearance and
sounds, by double clicking with the left mouse button.

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Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input

Diagram reference: M1, M2

This port is used to accommodate a connecting cable for external analogue audio
sources (i.e. stereo system, keyboard/synthesizer).

1. Connect the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug to the light-blue col­oured socket. You can also connect a stereo cinch cable (position M2).

Connecting USB Devices

Diagram reference: N

Warning!

Connect your USB devices after initial set-up of your new PC. This
will prevent unnecessary confusion during installation. These devices
can generally be connected during operation. Read the manual for
your peripheral device first.

• The voltage outputs of your PC for USB are protected by a fuse (limited
power source according to EN60950). This ensures that a malfunction of the
PC will not damage the peripheral devices connected to the respective jacks.

You have a choice of several connection sockets. It does not matter which you use.

Note

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Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid dam­aging the contacts. Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits
into the socket in one position.

1. If you wish to use a printer, scanner or other device with a USB port, con­nect the cable to the USB socket on your PC.

Note

Connect your devices always to the same port otherwise your operat­ing system will give a new ID and asks for driver installation.

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Connecting Serial Devices

Diagram reference: O

You can connect an external modem or another serial device using this port.

Note

Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid dam­aging the contacts. Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits
into the socket in one position.

1. In order to connect an external modem, card reader or other serial device,
connect the serial cable with the turquoise-coloured connection socket (O)
on the rear of your PC.

2. Hand-tighten the screws of the serial cable.

Connecting PS/2 Devices

Diagram reference: P

You can omit this step if you want to connect a USB mouse or a USB keyboard.

1. Connect the mouse cable to the green PS/2 port.

2. Connect the keyboard to the blue PS/2 port.

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Connecting Headphones

Diagram reference: S

Here you connect headphones/earphones.

1. Connect the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug in the green socket at
the front of your PC (diagram reference S).

Caution!

The use of headphones/earphones with a high volume can lead to
lasting damage to your hearing. Set the volume to the lowest level
before reproducing any sound. Start the sound reproduction and in­crease the volume to the level that is comfortable for you. Changing
the basic settings of the equalizer can also cause damage to the hear­ing of the listener.

It can cause damage to the hearing ability of the
listener if a device is operated through earphones with
an increased volume for a long period.

Connecting a Microphone

Diagram reference: T

1. You can use the pink socket T to connect a microphone with a 3.5 mm
mono jack plug.

2. Position the microphone in such a way that it does not point directly at the
speakers. If you hear feedback, characterised by loud whistling noises, repo­sition the microphone until the sound stops.

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Connecting S-ATA devices

Diagram reference: U

eSATA stands for "external Serial ATA" and is used for connecting external hard
disks. Unlike common USB standards, the transmission speed of an e-SATA connec­tion is higher than that of external USB hard disks.

Note

Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid dam­aging the contacts. Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits
into the socket in one position.

1. Connect the cable to the eSata socket in the front of your PC.

Remove S-ATA devices

1. Before removing an S-ATA hard disk from your PC, click on the icon "Safely
remove hardware" in the task bar and then on the hard disk to be removed.

Connecting a Recording Source / Video Inlet

Diagram reference: M2, V

You can connect an external video source to your PC using an S-Video or composite
(cinch) cable. These connections enable you to record and, if necessary, edit video
data.

1. Connect a composite (cinch) or an S-Video cable to the socket V marked

VIDEO IN.

2. Use the audio input at the front of your PC to feed in the audio signal
(position M2).

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Connecting to the Power Supply

Diagram reference: Q

Finally, connect the power supply to your PC and monitor.

1. Plug the main connection cable into the plug socket and connect it with the
main cable connection (Q) of your PC.

Observe the following safety precautions:

Please note

Even with the power switch switched off some parts of the device re­ceive current. You must unplug the power plug from the socket,
if you want to interrupt the power supply to your PC or cut off your
device from current entirely.

• The power socket must be in the vicinity of the PC and within reach of the
power cables. Do not stretch the power cables tightly to reach a power so­cket.

• Only operate the PC on grounded plugs of the domestic power net.

• Use only the supplied power cord.

• To provide additional protection against electric shock, power surges, light-

ning strikes, or other electrical damage to your PC, we recommend the use
of a surge protector.

• If you are using an extension cord, ensure that the cord meets your local
safety requirements. If in doubt, ask an electrician.

• The power supply unit has an On/Off switch (X2) that can be used to power
off the PC. When the switch is Off (0) no power is being consumed.

Do not start your PC yet!

First, read the following section to find out what you need to know in order to get
started.

Safety Connecting Operation Help Appendix

UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 0871 3761020
REP. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508

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