HP z555 Problem Solution My DVD, Won’t play, My DVD won’t play a, DVD audio disk Keep running out

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Problem

Solution

 

 

My DVD

You can put data files on a DVD to store them or transfer them to another

won’t play.

HP Digital Entertainment Center. However, data files on a DVD do not play in a

 

DVD player. Rerecord your files to a file format that can be read by some DVD

 

players.

 

If you are using component output, you may need to change the configuration.

 

See “Component Video Settings” on page 62.

 

Check your DVD country/region.

 

 

My DVD won’t play a

This format is not supported by the DVD player.

DVD audio disk.

 

 

 

I keep running out of

Burn some big files to DVD and remove them from your hard drive.

disk space.

Upgrade your hard drive. The hard drive is user-replaceable.

 

 

 

I am getting disk

Run disk recovery.

errors.

Replace your hard drive. The hard drive is user-replaceable.

 

 

 

Codec errors are

Codec is an abbreviation for compressor-decompressor. A codec is software or

occurring when I

hardware used to compress and decompress digital media.

play certain files.

If you get a codec error when playing an audio file, open the file in Windows

 

 

Media Player. Configure Windows Media Player to automatically download

 

codecs. You must be connected to the Internet to download the codec file.

 

 

My music files

Make sure you use Windows Media Player to add your music files to the Media

don’t appear in the

Library.

Media Library.

Check whether the Windows Media Player setting for access rights of other

 

 

applications is set to No access. It must be set to Read only or Full access for your

 

music files to appear. Refer to Windows Media Player Help for more information

 

For specific audio file formats you may need to refer to HP Tunes library.

 

 

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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.

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Contents HP Digital Entertainment Center User’s Guide Sample warnings and notes are displayed on this Table of Contents 100 Digital Still Camera 115116 118Appendix Replacing Hard Drive 155 Vi HP Digital Entertainment Center Chapter Contents WelcomeHP Digital Entertainment Center Benefits and Features Product featuresBenefits Functional Overview Front PanelHP Personal Media Drive Bay Function Comments Behind Left Door Front AV inputs see belowMemory Card Reader Memory card readers Name Location Supports Insert mediaLocation and number of connectors may vary by model Connector Type Color Supported formatBack Panel DVI Ethernet RJ-45 10/100/1000 Video TV Source 2 Black Analog Keyboard Left, Right mouse button TrackBallIcon Description Mail Opens an Internet e-mail Wireless Keyboard Operation Use only alkaline batteries in the keyboardReplacing the Keyboard Batteries Remote Control Remote Control ButtonsPlay StopFwd SkipRemote Control Operation AD EnterAE Print Remote operationInstalling the Remote Control Batteries Use only alkaline batteries in the remoteHP Digital Entertainment Center AC Power Safety Warnings Please read this important safety informationHP Digital Entertainment Center Cleaning HP Digital Entertainment Center Shipping HP Digital Entertainment CenterHP Digital Entertainment Center Installation Overview System Audio/Video Connections System IntegrationOverview Audio/Video flowSystem Diagram Configurations may varyBack Panel Power Front PanelInstallation Guidelines Inches/5.08 cm or moreBasic Set Up Setting up HP Digital Entertainment CenterRequired Steps Inventory Name PictureCables Included Cable Name DescriptionOptional Cables not Included Cable Name Max quantity DescriptionConnecting Cables Additional equipmentConnecting Audio Audio Output Connectors Connector Name Color DescriptionAudio Overview Sound Connector Jacks Speaker TypesAudio amplifiers Speaker Configurations If your 6.1 AV receiver Typical Audio Connection Audio system Description SeeThen see Connecting TV Audio Basic TV audio setupTV Audio Connection AV Receiver Audio Connection AV Receiver Equipment OverviewHome Stereo Installation Multichannel audio system connectionRemovable Antenna Activity Home Theater Audio AudioBack Channel AV Receiver Digital Home Theater Audio Choose one Digital 5.1 multichannel audio system connectionPowered Speaker Audio Connection Adapter cablesSelect the cable that most closely matches Your home system Powered Speakers Powered speaker installationAudio Audio 7.1 PRE-OUT Video Typical 5.1 powered speaker installation Typical 7.1 powered speaker installation Center SpeakerDigital Powered Speakers Digital powered speaker installation 5.1 shownChoose one Monitor speaker installation 2.0 shown Monitor SpeakersAudio In Connections AudioFM Radio Antenna FM radio antenna cable external or internal connectionConnecting Video Out Video Out Overview Video Out Connection OverviewVideo Output Connectors Connector Type ColorComponent Video Settings HP recommends initial setup using VGA or composite videoComponent Format Desktop Resolution Audio and Video Switching Overview TV Display OverviewUsing the Remote Control with Your TV Display/video configuration See Typical Video Out ConnectionsVideo Out to TV TV Out standard TV Out high definitionProcedure Video Out from AV Receiver to TVChoose one TV Out through AV receiverVideo Out to Monitor Monitor outVideo Out to TV and Monitor Display Use withTV and monitor out Connecting TV Source TV Signal Source Overview TV Source Connectors OverviewTV Source Overview TV Source Connectors Video S-VIDEO Typical TV Source Connections SatelliteAntenna TV signal source Cable Cable ConnectionCable Only Cable Only with Splitter One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver TV signal source one cable TV or digital cable box TV SourceTwo Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers TV signal source two digital cable boxes select models only SourceSatellite Connection One Satellite ReceiverTV signal source one satellite receiver TV SourceTwo Satellite Receivers TV signal source two satellite receivers select models only SourceInfrared Transmitter Connection Infrared Transmitter OverviewInfrared Transmitter connection one set-top-box Cable TV Set-top-box Infrared TransmitterInfrared Transmitter Installation Cable or Satellite Set-top-box Infrared Transmitter TV signal source TV antenna Antenna ConnectionTV signal source TV antenna and dual tuners with splitter HP Digital Entertainment Center Connecting Video Equipment Connectors Video Equipment OverviewVideo Equipment Connection Overview DVD PlayerTV source type Display/video configuration See Typical Video Equipment ConnectionsCamcorder VCR Connection VCR Direct in ConnectionVCR connection Wall to VCR to TV Using Coaxial Cable Existing setups with and without set-top-boxVCR Splitter Connecting a Digital Video Camera ConnectorsVideo Camera Connection EquipmentConnect a digital video camera front panel Connect a digital video camera back panelClick Performance and Maintenance Recognizing the cameraConnecting an Analog Camcorder Connecting an analog camera for video input captureConnect an analog video camera for source input Connecting the Network Peripheral Connection Overview Behind Right DoorConnector Name Description Connection Network configuration See Internet Typical Network ConnectionsConnecting the Wireless Network Antenna Wireless Router Internet connectionInfrared Transmitter Connecting a DSL/Cable Modem DSL/Cable modem direct Internet connectionConnecting Through a Router Router Internet connectionUSB Device Connection Digital Still CameraDigital still camera connection front panel Digital still camera connection back panelOther USB Devices USB device connection front panelUSB device connection back panel Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive Installing an HP Personal Media Drive HP Personal Media Drive installationClick More Programs, HP Settings, and then HP Media Drive Running the HP Personal Media Drive UtilityDisconnecting an HP Personal Media Drive HP Digital Entertainment Center Initial Configuration Installing the Keyboard Batteries Initial Set the volume to mid-level on the AV receiver on the TVInitial Start Up Use only AA alkaline batteries in the keyboardSyncing the Keyboard Keyboard Front Input Connect Video Audio Headphones MIC Windows Welcome Do not turn off your system during this oneMedia Center First-Run Required Set-upOptional Set-up Click Settings If Your Connections Don’t WorkSet up Virus Protection Adjusting the Front Panel Display BrightnessClick More Programs, HP Settings, and then Front Panel Register with HPConfiguring Audio Connecting HeadphonesConnecting a Microphone Selecting recording devicesAdjusting the Volume Ensure that the mute box is not checkedConfiguring Audio Output Media Center Speaker Settings DVD audio TV Audio ProcedureConfiguring audio for Media Center Configuring audio for the DVD PlayerConfiguring Video Configuring Video OutputDual screen Viewing the screen image on a second display Disconnecting the TV Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then ResolutionDisabling the dual screen option Adjusting the Desktop Display Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance,Configuring the Keyboard Buttons Installing Software HP SettingsClick More Programs, and then HP Settings Utility ProgramsSystem Utilities Help & ToolsTroubleshooting Problems and Solutions AudioCheck your input switches VideoProblem Solution My remote control Signal fromRemote control Doesn’t workSystem Problem Solution HP Digital Using the OnButton to reset Or part of it doesn’tProblem Solution When I push one Special or multimedia Buttons onKeyboard, nothing Happens Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is presentProblem Solution TV or monitor Doesn’t work, evenThough the HP Digital Appears toProblem Solution Memory card ErrorsReader won’t read my Memory cardsProblem Solution My DVD Codec errors areWon’t play My DVD won’t play aGetting Help Help and Support CenterHP Support Help and Support Center is onscreenWarranty and Support Guide HP Web Site SupportApplication and System Recovery Programs HP Customer CareOnline Guides Updates from HP Click Updates from HP, and then Re-enableUpdates from HP Microsoft Web SiteProcedure Important Information About Recorded TV ProgramsHP Digital Entertainment Center Appendix Replacing the Hard Drive HP Digital Entertainment Center Index HP Digital Entertainment Center Index HP Digital Entertainment Center Index HP Digital Entertainment Center
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