HP m1050y (PU060AV), m1299a, m1050y (PJ720AV), m1050e (PU061AV), m1050e (PJ622AV) Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Table of Contents	iii
How to Use This Guide	1
Safety Information	2
Before you get started, please read this important safety
information about your HP Media Center PC	2
AC Power Safety Warnings	2
Safety and Comfort	2
Getting Help	3
Help and Support Center	3
Utility Programs	3
HP Web Site Support	4
Setup Poster	4
Warranty and Support Guide	4
HP Media Center Software Guide	5
Application and System Recovery Programs	5
Instant Support	5
Online Guides	6
Microsoft Web Site	6
Inventory	7
PC Components	7
Setting Up the PC	9
PC Installation Overview	9
Front of PC	11
Back of PC	12
Front and Back PC Connectors	13
Connecting to the Monitor	15
Connecting to the Internet	15
Connecting to the Internet Through a Network Port (LAN)	15
Connecting the Wireless LAN	16
Connecting the Remote Sensor	17
Connecting the TV Signal Source	18
Connecting the FM Radio Antenna	18
Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the PC	18
Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC	19
Connecting to Other Devices	22
Connecting the Television Signal	23
Using the TV Cables	23
Connecting the TV Signal Source	24
Connecting the TV Signal Source
When You Have an Existing Setup	25
Using the TV as a Monitor	30
Configuring Speaker and Sound Options ....	35
Sound Connector Types	35
Sound Connector Functions	36
Speaker Configurations	37

Connecting 2/2.1 Audio Speakers	38
Connecting 4.1 Audio Speakers	39
Connecting 5.1 Audio Speakers	40
Connecting 7.1 Audio Speakers	42
Connecting the PC to a Home Audio System	43
Connecting Digital Audio	47
Configuring Audio Output	47
Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel
Sound Manager	48
Sound Effect Manager	50
Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager	51
Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card	53
Configuring Audio for Media Center	54
Configuring Audio for the WinDVD Player	54
Adjusting the Volume	55
Using Headphones	55
Using a Microphone	56
Resolving Sound Issues	57
Starting the PC	59
Starting the PC for the First Time	59
Selecting an ISP	59
Media Center PC Desktop View	60
Making Recovery Discs	62
HP Products Work Better Together	62
Transferring Old PC Information to a New PC	62
Important Information About Recorded TV Programs	62
Protecting the PC	63
Using Software Programs	63
Using HP Organize Software	64
Using PC Help & Tools	64
Turning Off the PC	64
Manual Standby Mode	65
Manual Hibernation Mode	66
Automatic Standby or Hibernation Mode	67
Installing Software	68
Using the PC Hardware	69
Using the Keyboard	69
Special Keyboard Buttons	70
Using the Mouse	72
Wireless Keyboard Set	72
Remote Control	73
Memory Card Reader	75
Installing an HP Camera Docking Station	78
Troubleshooting	83
Problems and Solutions	83
Index	93

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