140 Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition
Starting the Media Center
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Starting the Media Center
To start the Media Center:
❖Click Start, and then click Media Center. You can also
point the remote control at the remote sensor and press
the Start button.
Media Center opens in full screen mode.
The first time you open Media Center, a setup wizard displays.
From here, you can test your remote control and configure
your Internet connection, TV signal, and Television Program
Guide.
To complete the setup procedure you need to:
Be logged 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 the Help
button.
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