HP IQ504 KQ436AA-NOOS, 22 Inch KQ437AA manual Connecting the TV signal source to the computer

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Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the HP TouchSmart PC

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You can watch and record your favorite TV programs by using Windows Media Center. All of the menus in Windows Media Center are accessible through touch, as well as your remote control, keyboard, and mouse. TV tuners and remote controls are included in select models only.

To watch and record TV programs on your HP TouchSmart PC:

1Connect the TV signal source to the TV tuner on the computer. See “Connecting the TV signal source to the computer” on page 18.

2Set up your computer for use with a set-top box (optional). See “Setting up the HP TouchSmart PC with a set-top box” on page 20.

3Complete the Windows Media Center setup wizard to configure your TV tuner and your program guide. See “Completing the Windows Media Center setup wizard” on page 20.

4Point the remote control at the IR receiver on the lower-right side of the HP TouchSmart PC to start Windows Media Center, and navigate through this program to watch and record TV shows. See “Using the remote control with Windows Media Center” on page 21.

For more information about how to watch and record TV programs, refer to the Watching and Recording TV guide included with your computer. Tap the Windows Vista start button , tap Help and Support, and then tap User Guides.

Connecting the TV signal source to the computer

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WARNING: Please read “Additional Safety Information” in the Limited Warranty, Support, and System Recovery Guide before installing and connecting your HP TouchSmart PC to the electrical power system.

To connect a TV signal to the computer, your computer needs a TV tuner, which is included with select models only. You also may need to purchase some cables separately.

Your TV tuner requires that you use a TV tuner isolator (adapter) (purchased separately) with your computer to connect a coaxial cable to the TV signal source. Using the TV tuner adapter helps prevent personal injury and computer damage from surges on the coaxial line caused by lightning.

18Getting Started

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Contents Welcome to the next generation of computers Copyright Information Table of Contents Using the HP TouchSmart Software Index Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information Features of the HP TouchSmart PC Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PCFeatures and configurations vary by model Description Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PCWindows Vista start button , tap the Arrow button Features and configurations vary by model Connector Function Left side of the HP TouchSmart PCRemoving the Connector Cover Back of the HP TouchSmart PCConnector Function Activity LED indicator lights What it doesConnecting the power source Cable ManagementGetting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC Adjust the Angle of the Computer Stand Using the Wireless Keyboard or MouseSynchronizing the wireless keyboard or mouse AB CTurning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off Turning on the HP TouchSmart PCConnecting to the Internet Changing power settingsTurning off the HP TouchSmart PC Setting up a wireless home network Setting up a wired home network Using Bluetooth Devices Adjusting the Ambient LightSelect models only Using the CD/DVD Drive Adding Hardware and SoftwareUpgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware Updating your HP TouchSmart softwareConnecting the TV signal source to the computer Getting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC Setting up the HP TouchSmart PC with a set-top box Completing the Windows Media Center setup wizardUsing the remote control with Windows Media Center Connecting analog speakers Sound OptionsGetting to Know the HP TouchSmart PC Adjusting speaker volume Connecting a Printer Installing a Security Lock Cleaning the HP TouchSmart PC Screen Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort Recycling Your Old Computer HardwareWhat is HP TouchSmart software? Opening the HP TouchSmart softwareNavigating in HP TouchSmart Action DescriptionAction Description Using the onscreen keyboard Personalizing your HP TouchSmart Software Moving tiles aroundAdding a software program shortcut to HP TouchSmart Select Add a tileAdding a Web site link to HP TouchSmart Selecting tiles to view or hideOpening HP TouchSmart Faster HP TouchSmart PhotoEditing or deleting an added tile Adding photos to your photo library Viewing your photo collectionViewing a photo slideshow Tap Folders, or All Photos, or Removable DriveUploading your photos to Snapfish Printing your photosEditing your photos HP TouchSmart Music Creating a CD or DVD of your photosSelecting a music library Playing your CDsMedia controls Button What it doesCreating a playlist of your favorite songs Playing your playlistDeleting a playlist Deleting songs from your music library Creating music CDsHP TouchSmart Video Adding your videos to the computerWatching your videos Creating videos with the webcam Uploading your videos to YouTubeSelect Keep or Discard Select Dates or FoldersCapturing, editing, and recording videos Tap Upload to YouTubeWebcam and Microphone Playing your DVDsCapturing webcam video and snapshots Having a video chat or making conference callsScheduling a calendar event and setting a reminder HP TouchSmart CalendarTap Add Event HP TouchSmart Notes Viewing calendar eventsDeleting a calendar event Creating a handwritten or typed note Creating a voice note Deleting text and voice notesDisplaying the temperature and forecast for a city HP TouchSmart WeatherSelect Fahrenheit or Celsius HP TouchSmart Clock Displaying the time for up to three placesSetting up RSS feeds HP TouchSmart RSS ReaderImporting a list of RSS feeds Tap SubscribeHP TouchSmart Browser Using the HP TouchSmart Software Selecting Items on the Windows Desktop and in Other Software Software Quick Reference Table With this program You canWith this program You can Index Getting Started LED Part number