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HP m1050e (PJ622AV), m1299a, m1050y (PJ720AV), m1050e (PU061AV) iv HP Media Center PC User’s Guide

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HP m1050e (PJ622AV), m1299a, m1050y (PJ720AV), m1050e (PU061AV), m1050y (PU060AV), m1297c iv HP Media Center PC User’s Guide

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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 Information AC Power Safety WarningsSafety and Comfort or damage to equipment or data Read and follow all warningsGetting Help Help and Support CenterUtility Programs Updates from HPSetup Poster Warranty and Support GuideHP Web Site Support 4 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideApplication and System Recovery Programs HP Media Center Software GuideInstant Support 2 Click Help and Support 3 Click Connect to Customer SupportMicrosoft Web Site Online Guides6 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Inventory PC Componentswarranty where to get helpMedia Center components Components may vary by modelPC Installation Overview Setting Up the PCSome PC components listed on this page are not included with your PC Setting up the PC 10 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideFront of PC of connectors mayD E F G H I J K L M N O Location and numberP Q R Back of PCS T U V W X Front and Back PC Connectors Connectoror Icon Location on PCConnector 14 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guideor Icon Location on PCConnecting to the Monitor Connecting to the InternetConnecting to the Internet Through a Network Port LAN Select models onlyConnecting the Wireless LAN The wireless LANantenna connector is connector on the backConnecting the Remote Sensor Connecting the TV Signal Source Connecting the FM Radio AntennaConnecting a Digital Video Camera to the PC CancelConnecting an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC When your Media reduced powerTo connect an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC Center PC is inTo disconnect an HP Personal Media Drive Connecting to Other Devices 22 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideSome peripheral devices are notUsing the TV Cables Connecting the Television SignalSelect the signal source for TV in the Media Center program settings Connecting the TV Signal Source Location and number of connectors may vary by modelA B C D 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 AA BB CC DD J E Connecting the Television SignalL M K Cables for connecting to a TV Using the TV as a MonitorConnecting to a TV B C A Viewing the PC image on the TV 32 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuidenView tab Ge Force FX tabDisabling the TV option Displays tabYour TV must be connected to the PC to change the display nView tab disablingDisconnecting the TV Ge Force FX tab disabling 1 Click the Ge Force FX xxxx tabDisplays tab disabling Your TV must beConfiguring Speaker and Sound Options Sound Connector TypesConnector 3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound CardSound Connector Functions 3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound CardA B C D E F Sound Connector 36 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideSpeaker Configurations Sound ConnectorDescription digital out orange connects to a digital audio device withConnecting 2/2.1 Audio Speakers 3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound CardSpeaker types 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 Card3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Connecting 5.1 Audio Speakers40 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system Connecting 7.1 Audio Speakers 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card42 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Select models onlyY adapter cables Connecting the PC to a Home Audio SystemY adapter and extension cables are purchased separately 2.1 home stereo installation A PC back panel connectors 3, 6, or Sound Card B Y adapter cablesThis is only a suggested configuration. Your system C Receiver/amplifier D Subwoofer E Front speakers left and right6/5.1 home audio installation A PC back panel connectors 3, 6, or Sound Card B Y adapter cablesThis is only a suggested configuration. Your system B C DEFG6/5.1 home audio installation procedure 3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card46 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker systemConnecting Digital Audio Configuring Audio Output3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Select models onlyConfiguring Audio Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager 48 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide3 Click Music . Click Multi-channel Sound Choose All Programs4 Click the Speaker Configuration tab near Sound Effect Manager 50 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideConfiguring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager Using the Audio Wizard5 Click the Speaker Configuration button near the top of the window 2 Choose Control PanelDisabling digital audio output with Sound Effect Manager optional Retasking front panel connectors52 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card Enabling digital audio output with a sound card optionalConfiguring Audio for Media Center Configuring Audio for the WinDVD Player4 Select Audio Output Configuration 6 speaker mode 5.1 channelAdjusting the Volume Using HeadphonesLocating the volume icon 2.1 speaker systemUsing a Microphone Connecting a microphone3 Connector only 6/5.1 to 8/7.1 speaker systemResolving Sound Issues 6 Connector onlySelecting recording devices 2 Choose Control Panel58 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Starting the PC Starting the PC for the First TimeSelecting an ISP Open Easy Internet Sign-upMedia Center PC Desktop View Using the Start menuDesktop shortcuts Select models only IconOpens Use it toMaking Recovery Discs HP Products Work Better TogetherTransferring Old PC Information to a New PC Important Information About Recorded TV ProgramsProtecting the PC Using Software ProgramsSelect models only Using HP Organize Software Using PC Help & ToolsTurning Off the PC Select models onlyManual Standby Mode Putting the PC into standbyTaking the PC out of standby Standby mode tipsManual Hibernation Mode Automatic Standby or Hibernation Mode 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is present4 Click Power Options 2 Click Control PanelInstalling Software 68 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideUsing the PC Hardware Using the KeyboardSpecial Keyboard Buttons Access buttonsFeature FeatureConfiguring the keyboard buttons FeatureMedia control or playback buttons IconUsing the Mouse Wireless Keyboard SetWireless receiver A B CRemote Control 45˚ 26 feet 8 metersUse alkaline batteries in the remote control Installing the remote control batteries74 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Memory Card Reader CardInsert the Media 4-Slot Reader LocationUsing the memory card reader media when the inFormatting a memory card 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 GuideThe camera bracket clips onto the cameradock base. This 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 Troubleshooting Problems and SolutionsProblem SolutionProblemSolution The computer or part of it doesn’t seem to be working84 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide b Click Turn Off Computer. c Click RestartTroubleshooting ProblemSolution The computer doesn’t make any soundSurround sound isn’t working Problem SolutionWhen I push one of the special orProblem SolutionThe monitor doesn’t work, even thoughProblemSolution I am using a TV with Media Center, but I cannot see anythingMy remote control doesn’t work My software stopped workingProblemSolution 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device ManagerThe memory card reader won’t read my memory card ProblemSolution90 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide ProblemSolution a Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select PropertiesProblem SolutionCodec errors are My DVD won’t playIndex Page