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HP m1277c, m1299a, m1050y (PJ720AV), m1050e (PU061AV) manual 6/5.1 home audio installation, B C Defg

Models: m1277a

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6/5.1 home audio installation

The following diagram shows a typical advanced		This is only a suggested configuration. Your system
home theater audio six-channel 6/5.1 speaker		may be different.
installation that requires multichannel inputs on a
receiver/amplifier.
A	OUT	IN
A

B

DEFG

PC to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection

A:PC back panel connectors

(3, 6, or Sound Card)

B:Y adapter cables

C:Receiver/amplifier

D:Subwoofer

E:Center speaker

F:Front speakers (left and right)

G:Rear speakers (left and right)

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HP m1277c manual 6/5.1 home audio installation, B C Defg, A PC back panel connectors 3, 6, or Sound Card B Y adapter cables

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 A note describes important information you need How to Use This GuideAC Power Safety Warnings Safety InformationSafety and Comfort or damage to equipment or data Read and follow all warningsHelp and Support Center Getting HelpUtility Programs Updates from HPWarranty and Support Guide Setup PosterHP Web Site Support 4 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideHP Media Center Software Guide Application and System Recovery ProgramsInstant Support 2 Click Help and Support 3 Click Connect to Customer SupportMicrosoft Web Site Online Guides6 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide PC Components Inventorywarranty where to get helpComponents may vary by model Media Center componentsPC Installation Overview Setting Up the PCSome PC components listed on this page are not included with your PC 10 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Setting up the PCof connectors may Front of PCD E F G H I J K L M N O Location and numberP Q R Back of PCS T U V W X Connector Front and Back PC Connectorsor Icon Location on PC14 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Connectoror Icon Location on PCConnecting to the Internet Connecting to the MonitorConnecting to the Internet Through a Network Port LAN Select models onlyThe wireless LAN Connecting the Wireless LANantenna connector is connector on the backConnecting the Remote Sensor Connecting the FM Radio Antenna Connecting the TV Signal SourceConnecting a Digital Video Camera to the PC CancelConnecting an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC reduced power When your MediaTo connect an HP Personal Media Drive to the PC Center PC is inTo disconnect an HP Personal Media Drive 22 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Connecting to Other DevicesSome peripheral devices are notUsing the TV Cables Connecting the Television SignalSelect the signal source for TV in the Media Center program settings Location and number of connectors may vary by model Connecting the TV Signal SourceA B C D 24 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideWall to VCR to TV using coaxial cable Connecting the TV Signal Source When You Have an Existing Setup26 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 32 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Viewing the PC image on the TVnView tab Ge Force FX tabDisplays tab Disabling the TV optionYour TV must be connected to the PC to change the display nView tab disablingGe Force FX tab disabling 1 Click the Ge Force FX xxxx tab Disconnecting the TVDisplays tab disabling Your TV must beSound Connector Types Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsConnector 3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Sound Connector FunctionsA B C D E F Sound Connector 36 HP Media Center PC Getting Started GuideSound Connector Speaker ConfigurationsDescription digital out orange connects to a digital audio device with3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Connecting 2/2.1 Audio SpeakersSpeaker types Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker system3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Connecting 4.1 Audio Speakers3 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 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Connecting 7.1 Audio Speakers42 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 A PC back panel connectors 3, 6, or Sound Card B Y adapter cables 2.1 home stereo installationThis is only a suggested configuration. Your system C Receiver/amplifier D Subwoofer E Front speakers left and rightA PC back panel connectors 3, 6, or Sound Card B Y adapter cables 6/5.1 home audio installationThis is only a suggested configuration. Your system B C DEFG3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card 6/5.1 home audio installation procedure46 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Always turn on the PC before you turn on the speaker systemConfiguring Audio Output Connecting Digital Audio3 is Three Connector 6 is Six Connector S is Sound Card Select models only48 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Configuring Audio Output with Multi-channel Sound Manager3 Click Music . Click Multi-channel Sound Choose All Programs4 Click the Speaker Configuration tab near 50 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Sound Effect ManagerUsing the Audio Wizard Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager5 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 Enabling digital audio output with a sound card optional Configuring Audio Output with a Sound CardConfiguring Audio for the WinDVD Player Configuring Audio for Media Center4 Select Audio Output Configuration 6 speaker mode 5.1 channelUsing Headphones Adjusting the VolumeLocating the volume icon 2.1 speaker systemConnecting a microphone Using a Microphone3 Connector only 6/5.1 to 8/7.1 speaker system6 Connector only Resolving Sound IssuesSelecting recording devices 2 Choose Control Panel58 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Starting the PC for the First Time Starting the PCSelecting an ISP Open Easy Internet Sign-upUsing the Start menu Media Center PC Desktop ViewIcon Desktop shortcuts Select models onlyOpens Use it toHP Products Work Better Together Making Recovery DiscsTransferring Old PC Information to a New PC Important Information About Recorded TV ProgramsProtecting the PC Using Software ProgramsSelect models only Using PC Help & Tools Using HP Organize SoftwareTurning Off the PC Select models onlyPutting the PC into standby Manual Standby ModeTaking the PC out of standby Standby mode tipsManual Hibernation Mode 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is present Automatic Standby or Hibernation Mode4 Click Power Options 2 Click Control Panel68 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Installing SoftwareUsing the Keyboard Using the PC HardwareAccess buttons Special Keyboard ButtonsFeature FeatureFeature Configuring the keyboard buttonsMedia control or playback buttons IconWireless Keyboard Set Using the MouseWireless receiver A B C45˚ 26 feet 8 meters Remote ControlUse alkaline batteries in the remote control Installing the remote control batteries74 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Card Memory Card ReaderInsert the Media 4-Slot Reader Locationmedia when the in Using the memory card readerFormatting a memory card Understanding the in-use lightSafely Remove Hardware Utility Troubleshooting the memory card reader78 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Installing an HP Camera Docking Stationclips onto the camera The camera bracketdock base. This bracket comes with80 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide 8 Follow the instructions that came with your camera docking station 7 Place the HP digital camera E into the camera docking station82 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide Problems and Solutions TroubleshootingProblem SolutionThe computer or part of it doesn’t seem to be working ProblemSolution84 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 Solution ProblemWhen I push one of the special orSolution ProblemThe monitor doesn’t work, even thoughI am using a TV with Media Center, but I cannot see anything ProblemSolutionMy remote control doesn’t work My software stopped working2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager ProblemSolutionThe memory card reader won’t read my memory card ProblemSolution90 HP Media Center PC Getting Started Guide a Click Start, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties ProblemSolutionSolution ProblemCodec errors are My DVD won’t playIndex Page