Using Help, Sharing Media | HP SL4282N 42 inch guide

Using Help

1Press the Media button on your remote control to open the Media main menu.

2Press an Arrow button to select Help, and then press OK.

3Press an Arrow button to select an option, and then press OK.

Help information displays. Press the Back button to exit.

Using the Media Center Extender Feature

The Media Center Green Start button on the remote control can function as a Windows Media Center Extender to display the Windows Media Center main menu from your computer.

For the remote control buttons you can use for this feature, see “Using the Media Center Green Start Button” on page 44.

For information about setting up and using this feature, see “Setting up and using Windows Media Center Extender” on page 31.

Sharing Media

During installation, the HP MediaSmart Sharing Wizard guides you to set up Windows Media Player 11, and then authorize your MediaSmart HDTV and add media folders to the Windows Media Player Library.

Your MediaSmart HDTV only displays supported media files that are in the shared folders on your network computer for Windows Media Player or for the UPnP-compliant program you use to stream media to the TV.

To authorize your MediaSmart HDTV in Windows Media Player, and to select or add media to the shared folders, see “Adding media to share on the computer” on page 96.

The wizard also enables remote content sharing with a network attached storage device. For more information, see “Sharing with a network drive” on page 97.

Adding media to share on the computer

To add media files quickly, copy them to the folder on your computer that you defined for sharing during installation.

To open the HP MediaSmart Sharing Wizard on your computer to authorize the TV or to enable sharing:

1Click the Windows Vista start button™ on the taskbar, and then click All Programs, click Hewlett-Packard, select

HP MediaSmart, and then click

HP MediaSmart Sharing Wizard.

2Follow the onscreen instructions.

To manually authorize the TV, or to add a media folder to Windows Media Player Library:

1On the computer, open Windows Media Player.

2At the top of the Windows Media Player window, click Library, and then click Media Sharing.

If there is no Library item in the window, complete these steps:

a Press the Alt key to view the File menu, click Tools, and then click Options.

b In the window that opens, select the Library tab, and then click Configure Sharing.

3In the Media Sharing window, select Share my media.

For the Windows Vista operating system, your home network must be a private network. If necessary, click the Networking button and verify that your network is private.

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SL4282N 42 inch specifications

The HP SL4282N and SL4782N are cutting-edge LED displays designed to deliver an exceptional visual experience in both commercial and home environments. Designed with size variations of 42 inches and 47 inches respectively, these models cater to diverse needs, from digital signage to personal entertainment systems.

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Equipped with advanced LED technology, the HP SL4282N and SL4782N achieve higher brightness levels that make them suitable for environments with varying lighting conditions. Whether used in bright conference rooms or dim home theaters, these displays deliver consistent performance.

User-friendly features are also a hallmark of these models. Both displays come with an intuitive on-screen display menu that simplifies configuration and adjustments. With energy-efficient performance, they also contribute to lower operational costs, making them an eco-friendly choice.

In summary, the HP SL4282N and SL4782N are versatile LED display options featuring high-definition resolution, extensive connectivity, sophisticated design, and enhanced brightness. Whether for business applications or personal use, these displays promise a superior viewing experience, making them an excellent choice for various users and settings.

HP SL4282N 42 inch manual Using Help, Using the Media Center Extender Feature, Sharing Media

Models: SL4282N 42 inch