5Connect the TV Source 1 In audio/video cables to cable TV, digital cable, or satellite receiver set-top- box 1. See “Typical TV Source Connections” on page 77.

a Cable/antenna.

b Cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver with stereo audio and video: S-video, composite, or coaxial.

c Connect the Source 2 In audio/video cables to

cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 2 (select models only).

d Connect the Infrared Transmitter 1 to cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 1.

e Connect the Infrared Transmitter 2 to cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 2 (select models only).

6Connect the FM radio antenna. See “FM Radio Antenna” on page 58.

7Connect the Internet network cables. See “Typical Network Connections” on page 110.

a DSL/cable modem to Internet (Ethernet) b Wireless antenna

8Optional Step

(recommended after basic setup) Connect any additional rear panel devices (optional). See “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 108.

a FireWire (IEEE 1394) port

b USB devices, such as printers or scanners (up to 4)

9 Optional Step (recommended after basic setup) Connect front panel devices (optional). See “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 108.

aFireWire (IEEE 1394) port.

bUSB devices, such as printers or scanners (up to 2).

cVCR or analog video camera.

dInsert the removable hard drive (optional).

Required Steps (continued )

10Pull the tab on the keyboard to activate batteries. See “Installing the Keyboard Batteries (Initial)” on page 122.

11Insert the remote control batteries. See “Installing the Remote Control Batteries” on page 17.

12Place the HP Digital Entertainment Center on a flat stable surface with the following clearances:

■Top: 2 inches (5.08 cm)

■Side: 1 inch (2.54 cm)

■Back: open cabinet

See “Safety Information” on page 19.

13 Turn on all equipment, then turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time” on page 122.

14 Complete the initial startup and registration. See “Windows Welcome” on page 125.

aFollow the onscreen instructions.

bSet up Media Center.

Begin using your system. See the Media Center Edition 2005 Software Guide.

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