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Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005

Starting the Media Center

 

 

 

 

NOTE

The first time you open Media Center, the program displays a

 

setup wizard. You will use the wizard to test your remote

 

control and configure your Internet connection, TV signal,

 

Television Program Guide, and speakers.

 

To complete the setup procedure you need to:

 

Log on as an administrator. For more information, refer to your

 

Microsoft Help.

 

Have an Internet connection to download your television ser-

 

vice provider’s program guide.

 

Know your ZIP Code.

 

Provide the name of your television service provider, if you

 

subscribe to either cable or satellite TV.

 

Provide the brand of your Set-top box, if you use one.

 

If you have questions on using the setup wizard, click Help.

 

 

To complete the Media Center Setup, follow the wizard’s on- screen prompts. For more information, see the Microsoft XP Media Center Edition Help file on your computer:

1Click the help icon located at the top of each screen.

2Click Help - Get help using Media Center.3Click Set up Media Center.