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HP m1277a, m1299a, m1050y (PJ720AV), m1050e (PU061AV) manual HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide

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Wall to cable TV set-top box or satellite box 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. 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 17.

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HP m1277a, m1299a, m1050y (PJ720AV), m1050e (PU061AV), m1050y (PU060AV), m1297c manual HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide

Contents

HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide ii HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Table of Contents iv HP Media Center PC User’s Guide How to Use This Guide A note describes important information you needSafety and Comfort Safety InformationAC Power Safety Warnings or damage to equipment or data Read and follow all warningsUtility Programs Getting HelpHelp and Support Center Updates from HPHP Web Site Support Setup PosterWarranty and Support Guide 4 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideInstant Support Application and System Recovery ProgramsHP Media Center Software Guide 2 Click Help and Support 3 Click Connect to Customer SupportOnline Guides Microsoft Web Site6 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide warranty InventoryPC Components where to get helpMedia Center components Components may vary by modelSetting Up the PC PC Installation OverviewSome PC components listed on this page are not included with your PC Setting up the PC 10 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideD E F G H I J K L M N O Front of PCof connectors may Location and numberBack of PC P Q RS T U V W X or Icon Front and Back PC ConnectorsConnector Location on PCor Icon Connector14 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Location on PCConnecting to the Internet Through a Network Port LAN Connecting to the MonitorConnecting to the Internet Select models onlyantenna connector is Connecting the Wireless LANThe wireless LAN connector on the backConnecting the Remote Sensor Connecting a Digital Video Camera to the PC Connecting the TV Signal SourceConnecting the FM Radio Antenna CancelConnecting an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC To connect an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC When your Mediareduced power Center PC is inTo disconnect an HP Personal Media Drive Some peripheral Connecting to Other Devices22 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide devices are notConnecting the Television Signal Using the TV CablesSelect the signal source for TV in the Media Center program settings A B C D Connecting the TV Signal SourceLocation and number of connectors may vary by model 24 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideConnecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup Wall to VCR to TV using coaxial cable26 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Connecting the Television Signal 28 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Connecting the Television Signal AA BB CC DD J EL M K Using the TV as a Monitor Cables for connecting to a TVConnecting to a TV B C A nView tab Viewing the PC image on the TV32 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Ge Force FX tabYour TV must be connected to the PC to change the display Disabling the TV optionDisplays tab nView tab disablingDisplays tab disabling Disconnecting the TVGe Force FX tab disabling 1 Click the Ge Force FX xxxx tab Your TV must beConnector Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsSound Connector Types 3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound CardA B C D E F Sound Connector Sound Connector Functions3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card 36 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideDescription Speaker ConfigurationsSound Connector digital out orange connects to a digital audio device withSpeaker types Connecting 2/2.1 Audio Speakers3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker systemConnecting 4.1 Audio Speakers 3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound CardConnecting 5.1 Audio Speakers 3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card40 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system 42 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Connecting 7.1 Audio Speakers6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Select models onlyConnecting the PC to a Home Audio System Y adapter cablesY adapter and extension cables are purchased separately This is only a suggested configuration. Your system 2.1 home stereo installationA PC back panel connectors 3, 6, or Sound Card B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier D Subwoofer E Front speakers left and rightThis is only a suggested configuration. Your system 6/5.1 home audio installationA PC back panel connectors 3, 6, or Sound Card B Y adapter cables B C DEFG46 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide 6/5.1 home audio installation procedure3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Connecting Digital AudioConfiguring Audio Output Select models only3 Click Music . Click Multi-channel Sound Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager48 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Choose All Programs4 Click the Speaker Configuration tab near Sound Effect Manager 50 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide5 Click the Speaker Configuration button near the top of the window Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect ManagerUsing the Audio Wizard 2 Choose Control PanelRetasking front panel connectors Disabling digital audio output with Sound Effect Manager optional52 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card Enabling digital audio output with a sound card optional4 Select Audio Output Configuration Configuring Audio for Media CenterConfiguring Audio for the WinDVD Player 6 speaker mode 5.1 channelLocating the volume icon Adjusting the VolumeUsing Headphones 2.1 speaker system3 Connector only Using a MicrophoneConnecting a microphone 6/5.1 to 8/7.1 speaker systemSelecting recording devices Resolving Sound Issues6 Connector only 2 Choose Control Panel58 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Selecting an ISP Starting the PCStarting the PC for the First Time Open Easy Internet Sign-upMedia Center PC Desktop View Using the Start menuOpens Desktop shortcuts Select models onlyIcon Use it toTransferring Old PC Information to a New PC Making Recovery DiscsHP Products Work Better Together Important Information About Recorded TV ProgramsUsing Software Programs Protecting the PCSelect models only Turning Off the PC Using HP Organize SoftwareUsing PC Help & Tools Select models onlyTaking the PC out of standby Manual Standby ModePutting the PC into standby Standby mode tipsManual Hibernation Mode 4 Click Power Options Automatic Standby or Hibernation Mode3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is present 2 Click Control PanelInstalling Software 68 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideUsing the PC Hardware Using the KeyboardFeature Special Keyboard ButtonsAccess buttons FeatureMedia control or playback buttons Configuring the keyboard buttonsFeature IconWireless receiver Using the MouseWireless Keyboard Set A B CRemote Control 45˚ 26 feet 8 metersInstalling the remote control batteries Use alkaline batteries in the remote control74 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Insert the Media Memory Card ReaderCard 4-Slot Reader LocationFormatting a memory card Using the memory card readermedia when the in Understanding the in-use lightTroubleshooting the memory card reader Safely Remove Hardware UtilityInstalling an HP Camera Docking Station 78 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guidedock base. This The camera bracketclips onto the camera bracket comes with80 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide 7 Place the HP digital camera E into the camera docking station 8 Follow the instructions that came with your camera docking station82 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Problem TroubleshootingProblems and Solutions Solution84 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide ProblemSolutionThe computer or part of it doesn’t seem to be working b Click Turn Off Computer. c Click RestartProblemSolution The computer doesn’t make any sound TroubleshootingSurround sound isn’t working When I push one ProblemSolution of the special orThe monitor doesn’t ProblemSolution work, even thoughMy remote control doesn’t work ProblemSolutionI am using a TV with Media Center, but I cannot see anything My software stopped workingProblemSolution 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device ManagerProblemSolution The memory card reader won’t read my memory card90 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide ProblemSolution a Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select PropertiesCodec errors are ProblemSolution My DVD won’t playIndex Page