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HP Digital Entertainment Center User’s Guide The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished by HP. This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of HP. Hewlett-Packard Company P.O. Box 4010 Cupertino, CA 95015-4010 USA Copyright © 2004–2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. May be licensed in the United States by one or both of U.S. Patents Nos. 4,930,158 and 4,930,160 until August 28, 2008. FireWire is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 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Before You Begin ..............................1 Connecting Audio ........................... 33 Welcome........................................................... 1 Benefits and Features .......................................... 2 Audio Overview .................................34 Functional Overview ............................ 3 Front Panel ........................................................ 3 Memory Card Reader ......................................... 5 Back Panel......................................................... 6 Cleaning the HP Digital Entertainment Center .......................... 9 Keyboard .......................................... 10 Wireless Keyboard Operation............................ 12 Replacing the Keyboard Batteries ....................... 13 Remote Control .................................. 14 Remote Control Buttons...................................... 14 Remote Control Operation ................................. 16 Installing the Remote Control Batteries ................. 16 Safety Information ..........................17 AC Power Safety Warnings ............................... 17 Installation Overview .....................19 System Audio/Video Connections ....... 20 System Integration ............................................ 20 System Diagram ............................................... 22 Installation Guidelines........................ 24 Placement and Ventilation Requirements .............. 25 Basic Setup ........................................ 27 Audio Output Connectors ..................................34 Sound Connector Jacks......................................35 Speaker Types..................................................35 Speaker Configurations .....................................36 Typical Audio Connection ....................38 TV Audio Connection ...........................39 Connecting TV Audio ........................................39 AV Receiver Audio Connection.............40 AV Receiver Equipment Overview .......................40 2.0 Home Stereo Installation ..............................41 2.1 Home Stereo Installation ..............................42 4.1 Home Theater Audio ...................................43 5.1 Home Theater Audio ...................................44 7.1 Home Theater Audio ...................................45 Digital Home Theater Audio ...............................46 Powered Speaker Audio Connection.........................................48 2.1 Powered Speakers ......................................49 4.1 Powered Speakers ......................................50 5.1 Powered Speakers ......................................51 7.1 Powered Speakers ......................................52 Digital Powered Speakers ..................................53 Monitor Speakers .............................................54 Audio Out Connections........................55 FM Radio Antenna ..............................56 Setting Up the HP Digital Entertainment Center ..... 27 Inventory ........................................... 29 Cables Included ............................................... 30 Table of Contents iii Table of Contents Table of Contents Connecting Video Out..................... 57 Video Out Overview ...........................58 Video Out Connection Overview ........................ 58 Video Out Connectors....................................... 59 Component Video Settings................................. 60 TV Display Overview ........................................ 60 Audio and Video Switching Overview................. 61 Using the Remote Control with Your TV ............... 61 Typical Video Out Connections ............62 Cable Connection................................ 83 Cable (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) ....................83 One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) ................84 Two Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC)...............86 Cable Only (NTSC)...........................................88 One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver (NTSC) ..............................................89 Two Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers........................................................91 Video Out to TV ..................................63 Satellite Connection ............................ 93 Video Out from AV Receiver to TV .......65 One Satellite Receiver (NTSC) ............................93 Two Satellite Receivers (NTSC) ...........................95 Video Out to Monitor ..........................67 Video Out to TV and Monitor ..............68 Connecting TV Source In ................. 71 Infrared Transmitter Connection.......... 97 Infrared Transmitter Overview ............................97 Infrared Transmitter Installation ...........................99 TV Source Overview ...........................72 Connecting Video Equipment.........101 TV Signal Source Overview ............................... 72 Additional HDTV Information ............................. 74 TV Source Connectors Overview ........................ 75 TV Source Connectors ....................................... 76 Video Equipment Overview .............. 102 Typical TV Source Connections.............78 Antenna Connection............................80 Antenna (NTSC) ............................................... 80 Antenna (ATSC) ............................................... 81 Antenna (NTSC and ATSC)................................ 82 Connectors .................................................... 102 Video Equipment Connection Overview............. 103 Typical Video Equipment Connections 104 VCR Connection ................................ 105 VCR Direct In Connection ................................ 105 Wall to VCR to TV Using Coaxial Cable ............ 106 Video Camera Connection ................ 109 Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder ............. 109 Connecting an Analog Camcorder ................... 112 iv HP Digital Entertainment Center Peripheral Connection Overview ...... 114 Typical Network Connections ........... 116 Connecting the Wireless Network Antenna ......................................... 117 Connecting a DSL/Cable Modem....... 119 Connecting Through a Router ........... 120 USB Device Connection ..................... 121 Digital Still Camera......................................... 121 Other USB Devices ......................................... 122 Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive ................................... 123 Installing an HP Personal Media Drive............... 124 Disconnecting an HP Personal Media Drive........ 125 Initial Configuration ......................127 Configuring Video.............................140 Configuring Video Output................................140 Dual screen....................................................140 Adjusting the Desktop Display ..........................143 Adjusting the Display in Media Center ..............144 DVD Playback ................................................145 Adjusting the Display from the Desktop..............145 HDTV Overscan Configuration .........................147 Finding ATSC HDTV and Standard TV Channels .................................................148 Tuning the Desktop Display ..............................148 Configuring the System .....................150 Configuring the Keyboard Buttons.....................150 Registering with HP .........................................151 Setting Up Virus Protection ...............................151 Transferring Information from Your Old PC to Your HP Digital Entertainment Center ...............152 Installing Software ..........................................153 Utility Programs ..............................................153 Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time.................. 128 Troubleshooting............................ 159 Installing the Keyboard Batteries (Initial) ............ 128 Initial Startup.................................................. 129 Synchronizing the Keyboard ............................ 130 Problems and Solutions ....................160 Windows Welcome .......................... 131 Media Center First Run ..................... 132 Required Setup............................................... 132 Optional Setup............................................... 132 If Your Connections Don’t Work ....................... 133 Adjusting the Front Panel Display Brightness....... 134 Audio............................................................160 Video ............................................................162 System...........................................................164 Getting Help .....................................170 Help and Support Center .................................170 HP Support ....................................................170 Warranty and Support Guide...........................171 Updates from HP ............................................173 Microsoft Web Site .........................................173 Configuring Audio............................ 135 Connecting Headphones ................................. 135 Connecting a Microphone ............................... 135 Adjusting the Volume ...................................... 136 Configuring Audio Output ............................... 138 Table of Contents v Table of Contents Connecting the Network ...............113 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ...... 175 Safeguarding Recorded TV programs................ 175 Before Replacing the Hard Disk Drive................ 175 Removing the Hard Disk Drive.......................... 176 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive.......................... 177 Index ........................................... 179 vi HP Digital Entertainment Center Before You Begin Welcome Use other entertainment equipment — like a TV, AV receiver, satellite receiver, and digital camera — with the HP Digital Entertainment Center to create an integrated system. Access all of your TV programs, videos, pictures, music CDs, and DVDs using Microsoft® Media Center software and the remote control. This User’s Guide helps you to set up the HP Digital Entertainment Center to use with your audio/video system. It is a good idea to keep the original packaging box in a storage area. You may need it later if you move or ship your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Chapter Contents: “Functional Overview” on page 3 “Keyboard” on page 10 “Remote Control” on page 14 Before You Begin Thank you for purchasing the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Your HP Digital Entertainment Center puts you in control of your complete home entertainment experience. Enjoy your TV, movies, music, photos, and home videos with one simple interface. Pause and replay live TV, and record your favorite TV shows. Use a television program guide without a monthly fee. Capture, personalize, and create DVDs of your home movies, and back up your photos, music, or favorite TV programs onto DVD. The HP Digital Entertainment Center Before You Begin 1 Benefits and Features Benefits ■ Complete home digital entertainment solution for your living room. ■ Burn your audio CDs to your hard disk drive to create an easy-to-use music jukebox. ■ Watch, pause, and replay live TV on one channel while recording another (select models only). ■ Listen to your collection of MP3 and AAC music. ■ Burn picture slide shows to CD or DVD. ■ Schedule future recordings with the complimentary TV programming guide (no charge — separately purchased broadband Internet service required). ■ View and edit your favorite digital photos. ■ Store your digital content on the HP Personal Media Drive which is sold separately. ■ Download movies on demand (fees may apply — separately purchased broadband Internet service required). ■ Instant-message friends (separately purchased broadband Internet service required). ■ 9-in-1 media card reader ■ Rear and front AV connectors: ■ Burn a DVD of your favorite TV shows or home videos. ■ Play DVDs in 7.1 surround sound (surround sound system is required and sold separately). ■ Burn music audio CDs (for lawful use only). Product features ■ Sophisticated, sleek, stackable case fits into your AV cabinet ■ Built-in standard-definition TV tuner, NTSC (Dual tuners for select models only) ■ Digital Audio Out: Optical and coaxial S/PDIF 5.1 surround ■ Built-in high-definition ATSC HDTV tuner (select models only) ■ Analog Audio Out: Up to 7.1 channels ■ Personal video recorder (PVR) with a complimentary TV programming guide (no charge) (Internet required) ■ Video Out: HDMI, VGA, component video ■ LAN Ethernet 10/100/1000 ■ Integrated 802.11 a/b/g wireless ■ Front AV, USB, and FireWire® (IEEE 1394) connectors for video capture ■ Built-in FM radio tuner ■ HP Personal Media Drive Bay (The HP Personal Media Drive is sold separately.) ■ Full function remote control ■ Front panel media info display ■ ■ CD/DVD double-layer, multi-format player/recorder Lap-sized, compact wireless keyboard with integrated trackball mouse 2 HP Digital Entertainment Center Functional Overview Front Panel The following illustration shows a typical HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel. Your model might not have all features. AV Inputs Media info display HP Personal Media Drive Bay Before You Begin CD/DVD USB and card readers Front panel Item Function Comments On/Standby (power) button and LED Push to turn on. Push for standby. Press and hold button 4 seconds to turn off. Solid blue: On Solid amber: Standby CD/DVD player/recorder Progressive scan DVD player plus double-layer DVD+RW/DVD-R recorder CD/DVD, multi-format Push the Eject button to open. Push the tray or Eject button to close. Transport control buttons Replay, Play, Pause, Stop, Skip, Eject Personal Media Drive Bay Removable HP Personal Media Drive behind top right door, for additional storage for recorded TV shows and digital content Before You Begin 3 Item (continued) Function HP Digital Entertainment Center SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO EED 2.0 MMC / SD SmartMedia / xD SPEED SB 2.0 CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO KEYBOARD CONNECT FRONT INPUT Comments 9-in-1 memory card readers SmartMedia/xD, MMC/SD, CompactFlash I/II, Microdrive, MS/MS-Pro USB 2.0 (2) Card readers behind lower right door LED: Green (with media inserted) Off (no media inserted) See “Memory Card Reader” on page 5. Media info display Front status panel for all media information. Front-panel text content displayed from Media Center Behind left door Front AV inputs — see below 1394 S-VIDEO L AUDIO R VIDEO DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN KEYBOARD CONNECT AV connectivity for capturing analog and digital video from camcorders Keyboard connect switch for wireless keyboard synchronization Blinking green LED indicates keyboard activity. Special blink status indicates synchronizing with keyboard. S-video In Y/C video, analog 4-pin Video In Composite video RCA jack Audio In White: Left S-VIDEO FRONT INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R CON FRONT INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R 1394 R L AUDIO DV IN HEADPHONES CONNECT Red: Right, RCA jacks D FireWire (IEEE 1394) DV In FireWire (IEEE 1394), 4-pin input-output for digital video Headphone Out 1/4 inch jack Microphone In 1/8 inch mini-jack MIC 1394 IO R DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN 1394 R 4 DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN HP Digital Entertainment Center Memory Card Reader The HP Digital Entertainment Center 9-in-1 card readers are on the front panel, located behind a door for quick transfer of digital photos and other digital content. Four horizontal card slots accept memory cards. An in-use light-emitting diode (LED) indicates card reader activity when the HP Digital Entertainment Center is reading or writing data. Wait until the LED stops blinking before removing media. Digital cameras and other digital devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. Two USB 2.0 connectors are also included. w Removing media when the in-use light is blinking may cause damage. Your model might not have all features. SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO Before You Begin On /Standby HI SPEED USB 2.0 HI SPEED USB 2.0 SmartMedia / xD CompactFlash I/II MMC / SD MS / MS PRO Memory card readers Item SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO Name Slot Supports Insert media SmartMedia/xD Upper-left SmartMedia (SM) memory card/ xD media Facing up MMC/SD Upper-right MultiMediaCard (MMC) Secure Digital (SD) memory card Facing up CompactFlash I/II Microdrive Lower-left CompactFlash Type I, II media Microdrive disk drive Receptacle edge (holes) MS/MS-Pro Lower-right Memory Stick (MS) Memory Stick (MS-Pro) Facing up Before You Begin 5 Back Panel The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel. (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL Item AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Connector Type Color Supported format Audio Out RCA jacks White: Left Red: Right Analog stereo L Adjustable line-level R SURROUND BACK L Audio 7.1 Pre-Out Surround Back RCA jacks Brown: Left Beige: Right Analog: 7.1 Audio 7.1 Pre-Out Surround RCA jacks Blue: Left Grey: Right Analog: 7.1, 6.1, 5.1, 4.1 Audio 7.1 Pre-Out Center/Subwoofer RCA jacks Green: Center Purple: Subwoofer Analog: 7.1, 6.1, 5.1 Audio 7.1 Pre-Out Front RCA jacks White: Left Red: Right Analog stereo: 7.1, 6.1, 5.1, 4.1, 2.1, 2.0 Digital Audio Out Coaxial Orange S/PDIF R SURROUND L R CENTER SUB WOOFER FRONT L R COAXIAL 6 HP Digital Entertainment Center Item (continued) OPTICAL Type Color Supported format Digital Audio Out Optical Gray S/PDIF High Definition Multimedia Interface Out (HDMI) with audio Type-A HDMI 19-pin Silver/black Digital: 480i/p, 780i/p, 1080i/p panning depending on display size VGA Out 15-pin D-sub Blue Analog: Up to 2048 x 1536 with panning depending on display size Component Video Out (Not all modes support DVD playback due to content protection.) 3 RCA jacks Green: Y Blue: Pb Red: Pr Analog: Interlaced or progressive scan interlaced displays up to 1080i, Plus 480p, 720p USB 2.0 4 ports Silver USB 2.0 FireWire (IEEE 1394) (for digital video or other device) 6-pin DV input/ output Silver FireWire (IEEE 1394) Ethernet 10/100/1000 RJ-45 N/A 10/100/1000 Wireless LAN Removable antenna Gold 802.11 a/b/g LEDs (2) Activity: Blinks when transmits/ receives data Link: Solid green when wireless LAN is enabled and connected. Blinks when wireless LAN is scanning. Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g Audio TV Source 1 In RCA jacks White: Left Red: Right Analog Video (Composite) TV Source 1 In RCA jack Yellow Analog: Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz AUDIO OUT OUT VGA VIDEO OUT Y Pb Pr COMPONENT Before You Begin DIGITAL Connector (high speed) HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 10/100/1000 ETHERNET WIRELESS LAN REMOVABLE ANTENNA 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK R L AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO Before You Begin 7 Item (continued) VIDEO S-VIDEO CABLE/ANT. IN Connector Type Color Supported format S-video TV Source 1 In Y/C video Analog 4-pin Black Analog: Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz Cable/Antenna In Coaxial 75 Ohm Silver RF NTSC with internal splitter to dual-tuners FM Antenna In Coaxial 75 Ohm Silver FM radio, RF Audio TV Source 2 In (Select models only) RCA jacks White: Left Red: Right Analog S-video TV Source 2 In (Select models only) Y/C video Analog 4-pin Black Analog: Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz HDTV/SDTV Ant. In (Select models only) Coaxial 75 Ohm Silver RF ATSC (from UHF and VHF antenna) Infrared Transmitter Out (2 outputs) 1/8 inch mini-jack Silver Remote infrared (IR Blaster) AC In AC 110–240V 50–60 Hz Black Power DUAL TUNER N FM ANTENNA IN 75Ω COAXIAL AL ER R AUDIO L S-VIDEO HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT 2 1 110-240V 50-60Hz AC IN 8 HP Digital Entertainment Center Cleaning the HP Digital Entertainment Center The HP Digital Entertainment Center is a high-quality device that requires special care when cleaning. To clean the HP Digital Entertainment Center, follow these steps: 1 Turn off the HP Digital Entertainment Center and connected equipment. 2 Unplug the HP Digital Entertainment Center from the wall outlet before cleaning. 3 Use a soft dry cloth for dusting. 4 Use a clean cloth dampened with warm water to wipe it clean. If sticker residue is present, use isopropyl alcohol or rubbing alcohol and a lint-free cloth to remove the residue. 5 Use a battery-powered vacuum to remove dust and Cleaning the Keyboard and Trackball Debris particles and oil can accumulate on, between, and beneath the keys of your keyboard and trackball. 1 Gently use a small battery-powered vacuum to remove debris particles that get between and beneath the keyboard keys. Use a low setting to avoid removing key caps and springs. 2 Use a clean, dry cloth and isopropyl alcohol to clean the buildup on the keyboard keys. 3 Rotate the trackball-cover ring counter-clockwise to remove the ring and release the trackball. Before You Begin buildup from the vents and the I/O ports on the sides and back of the system. 6 Plug in the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 7 Turn on connected equipment and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. w Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners to clean your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any other volatile substances. These chemicals may damage your unit. 4 Rinse the trackball and cover ring with soap and warm water. Dry them with a lint-free cloth. 5 Clean the rollers for the trackball with a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol. 6 Replace the trackball and trackball-cover ring. Before You Begin 9 Keyboard The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center wireless keyboard. Left, right mouse button TrackBall The following table shows the wireless keyboard features and function keys from left to right. Icon Item Description On/Standby Turns HP Digital Entertainment Center on, when in standby. Places HP Digital Entertainment Center in standby. Indicator light Amber: Caps Lock on Green: Key or mouse button activity Mouse button left, right Left-click, right-click Back Displays previously viewed Media Center or browser page. Forward Displays next viewed browser page. This button is not designed to work in Media Center. Internet Opens your Internet browser. E-mail Opens an Internet e-mail page or your e-mail software. Messenger Opens your instant messaging program. Minimize Minimizes the Media Center application. Back Forward Internet E-mail Messenger Minimize 10 HP Digital Entertainment Center Icon Item Description Maximize Maximizes the Media Center application. Media Center Starts Media Center. Previous Selects previous media track. Play Plays media. Pause Pauses media. Next Selects next media track. Vol – Decreases speaker volume. Vol + Increases speaker volume. Mute Turns speaker sound on and off. Trackball Moves cursor on screen. Maximize Media Center Previous Play Before You Begin Pause Next Vol Vol Mute Before You Begin 11 n The Internet, E-mail, and Messenger buttons can be reconfigured to open a Web site or software program. See “Configuring the Keyboard Buttons” on page 150. Refer to the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide. Wireless Keyboard Operation Your HP Digital Entertainment Center includes a wireless keyboard that uses a built-in receiver/transmitter instead of a connector cable to communicate. The Keyboard Connect button, behind the lower-left door of the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel, has an LED that indicates receiver activity. Approximate range is 12 feet (3.66 meters). On /Standby FRONT INPUT VIDEO KEYBOARD CONNECT n Use only alkaline batteries in the keyboard. 12 HP Digital Entertainment Center KEYBOARD CONNECT 1394 S-VIDEO L AUDIO R DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN Replacing the Keyboard Batteries Keep spare batteries on hand. Battery life will vary with the use of the system. 3 Replace the battery cover. 2 Insert four AA batteries (alkaline). Make sure the battery positive and negative ends are inserted correctly. 4 Make sure the HP Digital Entertainment Center is powered on. 5 Test the keyboard. ■ The keyboard is set to connect to the HP Digital Entertainment Center automatically. 6 If the keyboard does not operate: a Check the battery orientation. b Synchronize the keyboard. See “Synchronizing the Keyboard” on page 130. If you have no batteries and must use a keyboard, attach a USB keyboard to the back or front panel. You can also use the remote control for many functions as a temporary substitute. Before You Begin 13 Before You Begin 1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the keyboard. Remote Control Remote Control Buttons (Features and location may vary. Refer to the specific documentation for other remote controls.) A Quick Resume (Standby) Puts the HP Digital Entertainment Center into and out of a reducedpower state. It does not turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center off. B DVD Menu Opens Play DVD window in Media Center or opens the main menu of a DVD movie, if available. C Music Starts My Music. MUSIC D Radio Starts FM Radio. RADIO E Record Records selected television program and stores it on the hard disk drive. RECORD F Rew (Rewind) Moves the media backward (press button for three speeds). REW G Replay Rewinds live or recorded TV back 8 seconds, or to beginning of music track or DVD chapter. H Pause Pauses audio and video tracks and live or recorded TV programs. J Back Returns to the previous window within Media Center. K Arrows Buttons move the cursor to navigate within all Media Center windows. They also move forward and backward through slideshow images. 14 HP Digital Entertainment Center L Media Center Opens Media Center to the main menu. M Volume Increases (+) and decreases (–) sound. N Live TV Is a shortcut to view live TV. It also moves to the current point in a live TV program after pausing live TV. O Guide Opens the Television Program Guide to display available TV channels and programs to watch and record. P Clear Deletes the selection and works as the Backspace key does on a keyboard. Q TV Starts My TV. R Pictures Starts My Pictures. PICTURES S Videos Starts My Videos. VIDEOS T Play Plays the selected media. PLAY U Stop Stops the selected media. STOP DVD MENU REPLAY PAUSE TV DVD MENU TV AF B Q C R RADIO MUSIC PICTURESVIDEOS D RECORD PLAY STOP E REW F G H J K W Displays available information about a selected media file and displays more information and options. Y OK Selects the desired action or window option. It acts as the Enter key. In full-screen mode, press OK to return to the last channel you were watching. X Y Z CH/PG AB AD AE FWD SKIP OK Up (+) and down (–) change the TV channel or move pages up and down, depending on available options. AA Mute Turns sound off. The word Mute is displayed on the Media Center screen when Mute is turned on. AB Recorded TV Opens the Recorded TV window. AC 0 to 9, #, * Numeric keypad buttons to change channels or enter text into the Media Center search or text box. AD Enter Selects the desired action or window option. In full-screen mode, press Enter to return to the last channel you were watching. AE Print Prints selected content on the screen. AF LED Activity indicator lights on pressing a button. Z AC P More (i) V AA N O X SKIP L M Moves media forward — for example, 30 seconds in videos and live TV, one music track, or one DVD chapter. S T U (Fast-forward) Moves media forward (press button for three speeds). W Skip FWD PAUSE REPLAY Fwd Before You Begin V A Before You Begin 15 Remote Control Operation Use the remote control to open the Media Center program; view TV, record TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video. See “Using the Remote Control” in the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide for detailed instructions on using the features of the remote control. On /Standby LED To use the remote control, just point it at the HP Digital Entertainment Center and press a button. Use the remote control at a maximum distance of 26 feet (8 meters) from the remote sensor and at a maximum of 45 degrees (90 degrees total) from the center of the remote sensor. 90˚ ~26 feet The remote control will not operate until the HP Digital Entertainment Center is powered on and fully booted up. n Indicator Light Media Center must be in full-screen mode (or have focus) for consistent remote control operation. Performance may vary. Remote operation Installing the Remote Control Batteries 1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote DVD MENU control. 2 Insert the two AA alkaline batteries (provided). Make sure the battery positive and negative ends are inserted correctly. 3 Replace the battery cover. 4 Test the remote control by pressing any key. The indicator light should blink. n Use only alkaline batteries in the remote. 16 TV RADIO MUSIC PICTURESVIDEOS HP Digital Entertainment Center RECORD PLAY REW STOP FWD PAUSE REPLAY SKIP OK Safety Information Read Instructions before installing or operating your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Follow the instructions provided. Heed all safety warnings and notes. Chapter Contents: “AC Power Safety Warnings” on page 17 Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide for additional safety information. w Please read this important safety information. w ■ Do not open top cover. ■ Risk of electric shock. ■ No user-serviceable parts inside top cover. AC Power Safety Warnings A power cord is included with your HP Digital Entertainment Center. If another cord is used, use only a power source and connection appropriate for this HP Digital Entertainment Center. Install the system near an AC outlet. The AC power cord is your HP Digital Entertainment Center’s main AC disconnecting device and must be easily accessible at all times. For your safety, the power cord provided with your system has a grounded plug. Always use the power cord with a properly grounded wall outlet to avoid the risk of electric shock. To reduce the possibility of an electric shock from the telephone network, plug your system into the AC outlet before connecting it to the DSL/telephone line. Also, disconnect the DSL/telephone line before unplugging your system from the AC power outlet. This product has not been evaluated for connection to an “IT” power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to earth, according to IEC 60950). Ground your system. To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, do not disable the power cord grounding feature. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Connect the equipment to a grounded (earthed) power outlet. For your safety, be sure that the grounded power outlet into which you plug the power cord is easily accessible to the operator and is located as close to the equipment as possible. Safety Information 17 Safety Information Use the right AC source. The power supply is preset for the country/region in which you purchased the HP Digital Entertainment Center. If you move to another country/region, please make sure you check its voltage requirements before plugging your HP Digital Entertainment Center into an AC power outlet. Never pull on the cord. Disconnect the HP Digital Entertainment Center by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the power outlet. Never disconnect the HP Digital Entertainment Center by pulling the cord. Install your HP Digital Entertainment Center near an outlet that you can easily reach. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk on the cord. Use surge protection. To protect your HP Digital Entertainment Center and other equipment, connect all power cords for your system and its peripheral devices (such as a printer or scanner) to a surge protection device such as a power strip with surge protection or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). Not all power strips provide surge protection; the power strips must be specifically labeled as having this ability. Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a damage replacement policy so you can replace your equipment if surge protection fails. Use the right power source. Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this HP Digital Entertainment Center, as indicated on the label/back plate of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not exceed the current rating of the electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of the products connected to the cord does not exceed the rating of the cord. Look on the power label to determine the ampere rating (AMPS or A) for each device. 18 HP Digital Entertainment Center Outdoor antenna grounding — If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static buildup charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide for additional safety information. Lightning — For added protection of any HP product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges. Power lines — An outside antenna should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. This chapter provides information on your system and describes how to connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to your audio/video (AV) equipment in detail. You may find connection details that won’t be in the basic Start Here booklet. The Start Here booklet and the TV/Display Setup Guide work with this User’s Guide. Use the Start Here booklet and then the TV/Display Setup Guide before you read this chapter. You may find the information you need there. The HP Digital Entertainment Center is very versatile and works with a wide variety of basic, typical, and advanced multimedia systems. The installation process is divided into four major areas: Audio, Video, TV Source In, Network. Installation Overview Installation Overview Chapter Contents: “System Audio/Video Connections” on page 20 “Basic Setup” on page 27 “Inventory” on page 29 w Read the important safety information before you install the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Safety Information” on page 17. The setup can take some time, depending on your system, and may require additional cables. Installation Overview 19 System Audio/Video Connections System Integration The HP Digital Entertainment Center incorporates many functions into one unit: ■ An Internet connection through a wireless or wired network, using an Internet service provider (sold separately), allows the HP Digital Entertainment Center to access the Television Program Guide and Internet content sources. ■ A cable connection from a set-top box or antenna hookup (sold separately) allows the TV tuner inside the HP Digital Entertainment Center to select the TV channels. ■ An infrared transmitter (IR blaster) connection to a set-top box from the HP Digital Entertainment Center allows the HP Digital Entertainment Center to select the set-top box channels from the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control. ■ Audio outputs from the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your TV speakers or AV receiver allow up to 7.1 surround sound. ■ Video outputs from the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your TV or AV receiver allow you to watch TV and to view the HP Digital Entertainment Center display. ■ ■ An FM radio antenna connection allows the FM tuner inside the HP Digital Entertainment Center to select the FM radio channels. The wireless keyboard with trackball or remote control allows you to operate the HP Digital Entertainment Center from the comfort of your couch. How you connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center into your system depends on how you want to use it. The HP Digital Entertainment Center functions as a media source, with DVD and personal video player/recorders built in. Your AV receiver or TV functions as your audio/ video output switch. 20 HP Digital Entertainment Center To watch and record TV, video, and audio, you must first connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center inputs to your video, audio, and network sources. ■ To play back audio/video, you must connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center outputs to your sound system and TV/display. ■ To record audio/video, you must connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center inputs to your video source, such as a cable set-top box, satellite receiver, or antenna. ■ To update the Television Program Guide and use the Internet, you must also connect to a home network or DSL/cable modem. If your HP Digital Entertainment Center has the dual-tuner option, each tuner must be connected to the same TV source. You can connect two cable set-top boxes, or two, satellite receivers, or an antenna with cable splitter. The Television Program Guide only supports one TV service provider channel lineup. Audio and video output cables from the HP Digital Entertainment Center can be: ■ Routed through an AV receiver to provide an audio and video signal to your TV. Or ■ Routed directly to your TV. Imagine the flow of your television signal into and out of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. To watch and record TV, your TV signal (for example, from a satellite) must flow into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Then, for you to watch live or recorded TV, the HP Digital Entertainment Center must send the recorded TV shows out to your TV. Installation Overview The following illustration shows the audio and video signal routed from the satellite or cable receiver source to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, then through an AV receiver to your TV: TV Source Audio Video AV Cable In Set-top-box Infrared Transmitter Internet UHF Antenna DSL/Cable Modem or Wireless Router Download TV Program Guide VHF Antenna Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Network Data HDTV (ATSC) and/or NTSC Over-the-air Digital Signal TV Source In Infrared Transmitter Data HP Digital Entertainment Center Digital Video Camcorder AV Out Keyboard Remote Control AV In AV Receiver TV or Monitor Audio/Video flow Installation Overview 21 System Diagram Back Panel (Configurations may vary.) Surround Back Left Cable From Wall Center Surround Left Front Left Surround Right Front Right FM Antenna Surround Back Right Subwoofer Roof Antenna WiFi Antenna VHF Cable Antenna or Satellite Set-top box 1 Speakers NOTE: 5.1 systems do not include “Surr. Back” connections. UHF Antenna AV RECEIVER IN Audio In 7.1 Multichannel Pr Center S-Video Video OUT TV IN Pb Digital Y Surr. Back Surround Sub Front Optical Coaxial Choose one Home audio distribution amplifier Composite S-video Component Subwoofer Coaxial Coaxial IN AUDIOIN WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA ACTIVITY LINK L Pb TV SOURCE 1 IN R HDMI CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 AC Wall Outlet R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Surge Protector Line Conditioner Choose one Composite S-video Router/ Firewall/ Switch DSL/Cable Modem Choose one HDMI VGA MONITOR OUT Cable or Satellite Set-top box 2 MP3 22 Ext. HDD Digital Camera Printer HP Digital Entertainment Center Wall Digital Video Camcorder Internet NOTE: Connect Set-top box 2 only (optional) Installation Overview Front Panel (Configurations may vary.) The following illustration shows a typical HP Digital Entertainment Center system front panel installation: Power On HP Personal Media Drive CD/DVD Player/Recorder On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center FRONT INPUT KEYBOARD CONNECT S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R DV IN SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 HEADPHONES MIC IN HEADPHONES MIC IN HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 SmartMedia / xD CompactFlash I/II FRONT INPUT DV IN Analog Video Camera MS / MS PRO Media Info Display USB 2.0 (x2) Choose one S-video MMC / SD Card Readers: SmartMedia/xD, MMC/SD, CompactFlash I/II, Microdrive MS/MS Pro Video (Composite) FireWire (IEEE1394) Digital Video Camera Digital Camera Installation Overview 23 Installation Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of your HP Digital Entertainment Center: w An open-back is required for adequate cooling when installing your HP Digital Entertainment Center in an AV cabinet. ■ Keep your HP Digital Entertainment Center in a well-ventilated area, away from excessive light, heat, or moisture. ■ Keep ventilation slots clear of obstructions such as equipment or papers. The HP Digital Entertainment Center automatically turns off if it gets too hot. 17 in 432 mm ■ Adjust only those controls that are described in the operating instructions. ■ Do not open your HP Digital Entertainment Center cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. If your HP Digital Entertainment Center is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. On /Standby w HP Digital Entertainment Center Leave slots and openings in the HP Digital Entertainment Center cabinet open for ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings. 16.25 in 412.75 mm 4.5 in 114.3 mm ■ This product is heavy. Exercise caution when lifting or moving. ■ Place your HP Digital Entertainment Center on a stable, supported surface. Do not drop or place it on an unstable surface. ■ Put your HP Digital Entertainment Center into Standby when not in use. In Standby, the On/Standby button is lit amber. Preset recordings only start when the HP Digital Entertainment Center is on or in Standby. 24 HP Digital Entertainment Center Choosing an HP Digital Entertainment Center setup location If you intend to connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to your TV, a set-top box, or a surround sound system, HP recommends that you choose a clear working area with easy access to the connectors of these devices. If your TV is wall-mounted, make sure that you have access to the rear ports on the TV before attempting to connect it to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Installation Overview Placement and Ventilation Requirements Cabinet Front IMPORTANT: Use an open cabinet or shelves for best operation of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Do not cover vents on top, back and sides of the unit. If you choose to use a cabinet with front doors, you must leave the doors open when the HP Digital Entertainment Center is powered on. . w Failure to follow these ventilation requirements could cause the HP Digital Entertainment Center to malfunction. HP Digital Entertainm ent Center Open cabinet (Actual home setup may vary.) Installation Overview 25 Cabinet Back The back of the AV cabinet should be open for best operation. Back View If the AV cabinet has a back, the back must have a hole behind the HP Digital Entertainment Center, for air circulation, with a minimum open area of 19 inches (48.3 cm) wide by 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) high. See the following illustration. 19"W minimum Cabinet 2" minimum 6.5"H minimum 1" minimum HP Digital Entertainment Center 1" minimum NOTE: These clearances are required for proper ventilation. Wall Clearance The HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel must be at least 4 inches (10.2 cm) from the wall. Cabinet 4" minimum HP Digital Entertainment Center Wall Back of cabinet Side View 26 HP Digital Entertainment Center Follow the steps in the Start Here booklet to set up the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Most of the hardware devices such as the monitor and printer can be connected at the back panel of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Some peripheral devices, such as a digital video camera, can be plugged into the connectors on the back panel or the front panel (behind lower doors) of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Setting Up the HP Digital Entertainment Center The basic steps to set up the HP Digital Entertainment Center are in the Start Here booklet as follows. Your system may be different. See the referenced sections for detailed information on each step. Before you begin: ■ Read “Safety Information” on page 17. ■ Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 24. ■ Refer to the Start Here booklet as a guide to connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center. w Read the important safety information before you install the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Safety Information” on page 17. Required steps 1 Unpack the box contents. a Take inventory. See “Inventory” on page 29. Identify the items included with your HP Digital Entertainment Center. b Identify equipment you will need that is not supplied. c Place the HP Digital Entertainment Center where you can easily reach the back panel. 3 Connect the audio cables. See “Typical Audio Connection” on page 38. a Audio In (optional) b Audio Out (to TV, AV receiver, speakers) c Digital Audio Out 4 Connect the Video Out to the TV or display. See “Typical Video Out Connections” on page 62. 2 Determine how you will connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your system. Installation Overview 27 Installation Overview Basic Setup 5 Connect the TV Source 1 In and TV Source 2 In cables. See “Typical TV Source Connections” on page 78. a Connect the Cable/Antenna In. b Connect the Source 1 In audio/video cables to cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 1. c Connect the Source 2 In audio/video cables to cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 2 (select models only). HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time” on page 128. 12 Complete the initial startup and registration. See “Windows Welcome” on page 131. a Follow the onscreen instructions. b Set up Media Center. 13 Optional step (Recommended after basic setup) d Connect the Infrared Transmitter 1 to cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 1. Connect any additional rear panel devices. e Connect the Infrared Transmitter 2 to cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 2 (select models only). a FireWire (IEEE 1394) device or digital video camera. See “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 114. f b USB devices, such as printers or scanners (up to 4). See “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 114. Connect the HDTV Antenna In. 6 Connect the FM radio antenna. See “FM Radio Antenna” on page 56. 7 Connect the Internet network cables. See “Typical Network Connections” on page 116. a DSL/cable modem to Internet (Ethernet) b Wireless antenna 8 Pull the tab on the keyboard to activate the batteries. See “Synchronizing the Keyboard” on page 130. 9 Insert the remote control batteries. See “Installing the Remote Control Batteries” on page 16. 10 Place 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 17. 28 11 Turn on all equipment, and then turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center 14 Optional step (Recommended after basic setup) Connect front panel devices. a FireWire (IEEE 1394) device or digital video camera. See “Connecting Video Equipment” on page 101. b USB devices, such as printers or scanners (up to 2). See “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 114. c VCR or analog video camera. See “Connecting Video Equipment” on page 101. d Insert the removable hard disk drive (optional). See “Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive” on page 123. Begin using your system. See the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide. Inventory Name HP Digital Entertainment Center unit Picture Installation Overview The following items are supplied with the HP Digital Entertainment Center: Description See “Functional Overview” on page 3. On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center Keyboard See “Keyboard” on page 10. Remote control See “Remote Control” on page 14. Cables See “Cables Included” on page 30. FM antenna Antenna for FM radio, 75-ohm coaxial. See “FM Radio Antenna” on page 56. Wi-Fi antenna Antenna for Wireless LAN 802.11 a/b/g, removable. See “Connecting the Wireless Network Antenna” on page 117. HP Home System Windows ® XP Media Theate Recove r PC ry Center Support products for Microsoft is provided by HP. Edition 2004 © 2003-2004 Packard HewlettCompany, Development L.P. Portions ©2003. Corporation. Microsoft For distribu only tion with a PC. All rights reserved. Product of XXXXXX. new This CD can the printedONLY be used instructions with an HP provided Home with Theater your RecoveryPC. Refer 8 CDs. HP1234-567 Documentation HP Digita Start l Enter tainm Softw HP Digita are Guid l Enterta Software e Guide inmen HP Digital Entertainment t Cente Center r ent Cente Here Bas ic Set up r to Printed documentation is included. Conne ct your Your connect system or location to the back s and panel. system compon ents DVD-R discs (2) Batteries: AA (6) may vary. Blank DVD-R media discs that can be used to create your System Recovery Discs. 2 for remote (in package), 4 for keyboard (inside keyboard). Installation Overview 29 Cables Included Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with the following cables. Cable Name Description Stereo RCA, red and white ends. Used for Audio Out. HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface digital video out and audio out. Connect to HDMI input of the HDTV- capable TV or monitor. DVI-D to HDMI Adapter Connect to DVI input of the HDTV- capable TV or monitor to the HDMI Out on the Digital Entertainment Center. Coaxial digital audio S/PDIF. Used for Digital Audio Out. Infrared Transmitter (2 with dual-tuner option) IR Blaster cable. Used for set-top boxes. AC Power Black 125V Additional cables are sold separately. See “Optional Cables Not Included” on page 31 for additional cables that you may need. 30 HP Digital Entertainment Center 10A. You might need the following extra cables (these items are sold separately). Cable Name Max quantity Description Stereo and Video (Composite) 4 RCA: Red, white, yellow ends. Used for TV Source In connector. Stereo 8 RCA: Red and white ends. Used for Audio In/Out connectors. Component video 1 RCA: Red, blue, and green ends. Used for progressive scan component video. S-video 4 Y/C, 4-pin. Plug cable into an S-video connector such as S-video Video Out or TV Source In connector. Video (Composite) 4 RCA: Yellow end. Plug cable into an RCA connector such as composite Video Out or TV Source In connector. S-video to composite video adapter 1 Used with TV source input 2 composite video input. VGA 1 15-pin, D-sub Analog. Used for monitor or HDTV capable TV. Optical digital audio 1 S/PDIF. Used for Digital Audio Out. FireWire (IEEE 1394) digital video in/out 1 1 (back). FireWire (IEEE 1394) 4-pin to 6-pin FireWire IEEE 1394 4-pin to 4-pin (front). USB 6 USB 2.0. Used for peripheral device connectors. Ethernet RJ-45 1 Ethernet 10/100/1000. Used for broadband Internet connection. Coaxial 2 Way Splitter Coaxial Splitter (dual-tuner option) Extra lengths Used for TV source input from cable set-top boxes or antennas. 1 Used with coaxial cable for VHF and UHF antenna combinations. Installation Overview 31 Installation Overview Optional Cables Not Included Additional equipment You must have the following items to set up and properly operate your HP Digital Entertainment Center and system (these items are sold separately): ■ ■ Broadband Internet equipment such as: ■ Cable/DSL modem (working connection required for Media Center features, such as downloading the Television Program Guide) ■ Wireless LAN 802.11 a/b/g network Audio system equipment such as: ■ AV receiver with speakers ■ Powered speakers ■ TV speakers ■ Monitor speakers Video equipment such as: ■ Monitor ■ TV ■ Video projector ■ Video output from cable/satellite box or antenna ■ UHF/VHF antenna for HDTV ATSC Connecting cables Observe the following guidelines: ■ Turn off power to all other equipment before connecting cables. ■ Connect all the cables of your HP Digital Entertainment Center and then plug in the power cable last. ■ Connect cables firmly to avoid hum and noise. ■ Match the color codes, for instance: yellow — video, white — left, red — right. 32 ■ HP Digital Entertainment Center ■ Clean AC power (surge protector/line conditioner recommended) Additional equipment and cables are sold separately. You may also need the following items (sold separately; available at electronics stores) to fully set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center, depending on your system audio and video requirements: ■ Audio/Video/Network cables: See “Optional Cables Not Included” on page 31. ■ Audio Y adapter(s), mini-plug to 2 RCA-plugs (for powered speakers). Connecting Audio The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. This chapter describes the most typical, and some advanced, audio setup options for connecting Audio Out and Audio In. To connect TV Source In audio and video, see “Connecting TV Source In” on page 71. Your system may have different components. Speakers, AV receivers, and other equipment are sold separately. Refer to the product documentation for these products. “Audio Overview” on page 34 “Typical Audio Connection” on page 38 “TV Audio Connection” on page 39 “AV Receiver Audio Connection” on page 40 “Powered Speaker Audio Connection” on page 48 “Audio Out Connections” on page 55 “FM Radio Antenna” on page 56 Connecting Audio Stereo Chapter Contents: On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center HP Digital Entertainment Center Connecting Audio 33 Audio Overview Audio Output Connectors Digital Audio Out Audio Out AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL Connector SURROUND BACK L AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 Name Color Description Surround Back Brown: Left Beige: Right Rear speakers in a multichannel audio eight speaker system (7.1). Surround Blue: Left Gray: Right Side speakers in a multichannel audio six or eight speaker system (4.1, 5.1, 6.1, 7.1). Center Subwoofer Green: Center Purple: Subwoofer Center speaker and subwoofer in a multichannel audio system (5.1, 6.1, 7.1). Front White: Left Red: Right Stereo speakers or front speakers in a multichannel audio system (2.0, 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1, 7.1). Coaxial Digital Audio Out Orange Coaxial S/PDIF See “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138. Optical Digital Audio Out Gray Optical S/PDIF See “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138. R SURROUND L R CENTER SUB WOOFER FRONT L R COAXIAL OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL DIGITAL 34 AUDIO OUT HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 ETHERNET Cable Sound Connector Jacks The audio connectors are RCA-type jacks that connect from the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV, powered speakers, or an AV receiver. The HP Digital Entertainment Center does not have Digital Audio In connections. n If your audio equipment has multiple input and output connections, then it has front panel input and output switches. You must select the correct input and output from the audio equipment front panel or remote control to hear sound and see video. Speaker Types A stereo speaker set is a left-right, two-channel speaker system (sold separately). A multichannel audio speaker system has a subwoofer, left-right front, and left-right surround channels. The system may also include a left-right surround back channel and a center speaker. Surround back speakers are included in more advanced 7.1 systems. A subwoofer provides enhanced bass sounds. The “.1” indicates a subwoofer. For example, 7.1 channels refer to an eight-speaker mode and uses two front speakers (left-right), two side speakers (left-right), two rear speakers (left-right), a center speaker, and a subwoofer. Audio amplifiers The HP Digital Entertainment Center does not supply an amplified audio signal. You can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to: ■ Passive speakers connected through a home audio system. A home audio system does not require active speakers because the receiver provides amplification. ■ Active (powered) speakers directly. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. See “Speaker Configurations” on page 36 for more information on speaker arrangements. Connecting Audio 35 Connecting Audio The HP Digital Entertainment Center has two Digital Audio Out connections (S/PDIF) that are coaxial and optical. Use analog Audio 7.1 Pre-out or Digital Audio Out connectors, but not both. Use only one Digital Audio Out connector at a time. Speaker Configurations You can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported audio configurations: Speaker system Home audio system description 2 (stereo) Two speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Recommended arrangement See: “2.0 Home Stereo Installation” on page 41 TV Display Or Front left speaker 2.1 Two speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Front right speaker “2.1 Powered Speakers” on page 49 “2.1 Home Stereo Installation” on page 42 TV Display Subwoofer One subwoofer Or Front left speaker 4.1 Two front speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Subwoofer Front right speaker TV Display Front right speaker Front left speaker 5.1 Two front speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Two side speakers: Surround left speaker, surround right speaker One center speaker One subwoofer 36 HP Digital Entertainment Center “4.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 43 Or Two side speakers: Surround left speaker, surround right speaker One subwoofer “2.1 Powered Speakers” on page 49 Surround left speaker Subwoofer Front left speaker Surround right speaker TV Display Center speaker Front right speaker “4.1 Powered Speakers” on page 50 “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 44 Or “5.1 Powered Speakers” on page 51 Surround left speaker Surround right speaker Home audio system description 6.1 Two front speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Two side speakers: Surround left speaker, surround right speaker Recommended arrangement TV Display Subwoofer Center speaker Front left speaker Front right speaker One rear surround back speaker One center speaker One subwoofer 7.1 Two front speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Two side speakers: Surround left speaker, surround right speaker Two rear speakers: Surround back left speaker, surround back right speaker See: If your 6.1 AV receiver has only 5.1 (6) inputs, see the following: “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 44 Or Surround right speaker Surround left speaker “5.1 Powered Speakers” on page 51 Surround back speaker TV Display Subwoofer Center speaker “7.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 45 Or Front left speaker Front right speaker Surround left speaker Surround right speaker Surround back left speaker Surround back right speaker “7.1 Powered Speakers” on page 52 If your 7.1 AV receiver has only five inputs, see “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 44 One center speaker One subwoofer Digital audio 5.1 Digital speakers or digital input connector on the audio system Subwoofer Front left speaker TV Display Center speaker Front right speaker “Digital Home Theater Audio” on page 46 Or “Digital Powered Speakers” on page 53 Surround left speaker Surround right speaker Connecting Audio 37 Connecting Audio Speaker system Typical Audio Connection Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. You can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported audio configurations: Audio system Description See: TV TV, monitor or display direct audio connection with two speakers “TV Audio Connection” on page 39 AV receiver Home stereo or home theater audio system with AV receiver and passive speakers “AV Receiver Audio Connection” on page 40 Powered speakers Audio system with active speakers “Powered Speaker Audio Connection” on page 48 FM FM Tuner In “FM Radio Antenna” on page 56 Headphones Speakers are muted on headphone connection “Connecting Headphones” on page 135 Then see: “Audio Out Connections” on page 55 “Connecting Video Out” on page 57 “Configuring Audio” on page 135 38 HP Digital Entertainment Center TV Audio Connection You can connect your TV, monitor, or display audio directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center for two-speaker sound. If your TV has multiple inputs, you can use your TV as a switch for audio and video. Connecting TV Audio Refer to the Start Here booklet that came with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. To connect a TV, monitor, or display audio directly: ■ Connect an RCA stereo cable (White: Left; Red: Right) from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Audio Out connector to a TV Audio In connector. For additional information on connecting the speakers, refer to the documentation that came with your speakers and AV receiver. Connecting Audio The following diagram shows a basic TV audio installation: TV AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Basic TV audio setup (2.0) Connecting Audio 39 AV Receiver Audio Connection You can connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to your home stereo or home theater multichannel AV receivers or audio amplifiers using your existing speakers. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. See: “2.0 Home Stereo Installation” on page 41 n You can also connect video through your AV receiver or to your TV directly. “2.1 Home Stereo Installation” on page 42 “4.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 43 “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 44 “7.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 45 You can also use a digital connection. “Digital Home Theater Audio” on page 46 AV Receiver Equipment Overview You can connect audio and video from the HP Digital Entertainment Center, through an AV receiver, to the TV input. Use this method to connect AV receivers or audio-only home receiver/amplifiers that have standard RCA-type input connectors. You may have to select a front panel button on your AV receiver to switch audio inputs to hear sound. 40 HP Digital Entertainment Center Use the 2.1 configuration for multichannel AV receivers that have only left and right audio inputs. Connecting a home stereo to an HP Digital Entertainment Center typically requires audio cables that are long enough to connect from the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the stereo or AV receiver. Additional cables are sold separately. 2.0 Home Stereo Installation The following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.0) speaker installation that uses passive stereo speakers connected through a home stereo standard left and right input. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. AV receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be labeled CD, DVD, or DVD In. AUDIO IN L R AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R Connecting Audio 2 Channel AV Receiver CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET 2.0 audio system connection Connecting Audio 41 2.1 Home Stereo Installation The following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.1) speaker installation that uses passive stereo speakers connected through a home stereo standard left and right input. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. Use this configuration for multichannel AV receivers that only left and right audio inputs. n Some AV receivers generate the subwoofer output without a subwoofer input; in this case, you do not need to connect the subwoofer output from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. AV receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be labeled CD, DVD, or DVD In. AUDIO IN L R 2.1 Channel AV Receiver AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 2.1 multichannel audio system connection 42 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1394 ETHERNET 1 4.1 Home Theater Audio The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio four-channel 4/4.1 speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on a receiver/amplifier. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. n Some AV receivers generate the subwoofer output without a subwoofer input; in this case, you do not need to connect the subwoofer output from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. AV receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be labeled Surround, 4.1 or 4 Channel inputs, CD, DVD, or DVD In. Connecting Audio AUDIO IN 4.1 Channel AV Receiver AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET 4.1 multichannel audio system connection Connecting Audio 43 5.1 Home Theater Audio The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio six-channel (5.1) speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on an AV receiver. n This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. Use this configuration for 6.1 and 7.1 AV receivers that upmix the rear speaker(s). Use the 2.1 configuration for 5.1 AV receivers that have only left and right inputs. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD audio settings must be changed for proper audio setup. Go to “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138 and note your speaker configuration choice for later software setup steps. AV receiver audio input connectors may be labeled Surround, 5.1 or 6 Channel Inputs, DVD, Ext. In, or Multichannel Inputs. AUDIO IN 5.1 Channel AV Receiver AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 5.1 multichannel audio system connection 44 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1394 ETHERNET 1 7.1 Home Theater Audio The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio eight-channel (7.1) speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on an AV receiver. AV receiver audio input connectors may be labeled Surround, 7.1 or 8 Channel inputs, DVD, Ext. In, or Multichannel Inputs. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. If your AV receiver supports 7.1 and has only 5.1 inputs, see “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 44. n n Some AV receivers can generate (upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 channels. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. Connecting Audio Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD audio settings must be changed for proper audio setup. Go to “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138 and note your speaker configuration choice for later software setup steps. AUDIO IN Center Surr. Back Surround Sub Front 7.1 Channel AV Receiver AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET 7.1 multichannel audio system connection Connecting Audio 45 Digital Home Theater Audio The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports digital audio output. ■ ■ For TV and music: two-channel stereo. (Your AV receiver may separate the audio signal into multiple channels.) For DVD playback: the multiple channel Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS Digital encoded audio signal passes to your AV receiver for decoding. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. You can connect either the coaxial or the optical digital audio cable, depending on your system. If you have both cables, connect only one cable. Do not connect analog multichannel speaker outputs if you connect the digital output. ■ Insert optical cords straight in until they click into place. ■ Do not bend or tie optical cords. To connect digital audio from your HP Digital Entertainment Center to an AV receiver: 1 Connect the Digital Audio Out connector on the back panel of your HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Digital Input (S/PDIF) on your AV receiver or digital audio system. 2 Select the AV receiver input. 3 Use the AV receiver to adjust the volume. 46 HP Digital Entertainment Center n Some AV receivers can generate (upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 channels. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio six-channel 5.1 speaker installation that requires a digital input on an AV receiver. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different, such as having more speakers. n Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD audio settings must be changed for proper audio setup. Go to “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138 and note your speaker configuration choice for later software setup steps. Recommended DIGITAL AUDIO IN Coaxial for best digital audio experience Optical 5.1 Channel AV Receiver Choose one CENTER Y FRONT 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN Connecting Audio SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT AUDIO OUT CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L R Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Digital 5.1 multichannel audio system connection Connecting Audio 47 Powered Speaker Audio Connection You can connect active (powered) speakers directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. You may need Y adapter cables (sold separately). Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. See: “2.1 Powered Speakers” on page 49 “4.1 Powered Speakers” on page 50 “5.1 Powered Speakers” on page 51 “7.1 Powered Speakers” on page 52 You can also use a digital connection. “Digital Powered Speakers” on page 53 Y adapter cables The HP Digital Entertainment Center has RCA-type output connectors. You may need to connect Y adapter cables between your HP Digital Entertainment Center analog audio output and your powered speaker inputs. You can also use them for audio inputs depending on your equipment. Use Y adapter cables with one female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo mini-jack on one end and two male RCA connectors on the other end. These cables are sold separately. The number of Y adapter cables you need to connect to your home stereo system depends on the number of speakers you install. Select the cable that most closely matches your home system: 2.1 speaker system: 1 Y adapter cable 4.1 speaker system: 2 Y adapter cables 5.1 speaker system: 3 Y adapter cables 7.1 speaker system: 4 Y adapter cables n Y adapter cables and extension cables are sold separately. 48 HP Digital Entertainment Center 2.1 Powered Speakers To connect simple left/right stereo (2.0) active speakers: Or To connect two speakers and a subwoofer for 2.1 speaker output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 2 Connect the female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end cable (sold separately) to the Front Right and Front Left Audio Out connectors on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. of the Y adapter cable to the Audio Line In cable of the speaker amplifier. 3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the speaker documentation. 4 Turn on the speaker system. Connecting Audio Subwoofer AC AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET 2.1 powered speaker installation Connecting Audio 49 4.1 Powered Speakers To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 speaker) output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 2 Connect the female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end cables (sold separately) to the Audio Out connectors Front Right, Front Left, Surround Right, and Surround Left on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the speaker amplifier. 3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the speaker documentation. 4 Turn on the speaker system. Subwoofer AC AUDIO OUT L WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 4.1 powered speaker installation 50 HP Digital Entertainment Center HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET 1 5.1 Powered Speakers To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for six-channel (5.1 speaker) output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 2 Connect the female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end cables (sold separately) to the Audio Out connectors Front Right, Front Left, Surround Right, Surround Left, and Center on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the speaker amplifier. 3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the speaker documentation. 4 Turn on the speaker system. AC AUDIO OUT Center Speaker WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L Connecting Audio Subwoofer CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Typical 5.1 powered speaker installation Connecting Audio 51 7.1 Powered Speakers You can install a 7.1 audio system to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. 3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, two surround back speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for eight-channel (7.1 speaker) output: 4 Turn on the speaker system. speaker documentation. n 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter cables to the Audio Out connectors Front Right, Front Left, Center, Surround Right, Surround Left, Surround Back on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. 2 Connect the female 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end Some powered speakers can generate (upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 input channels. Refer to your product documentation. of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the speaker amplifier. Subwoofer AC AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L Center Speaker CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 Typical 7.1 powered speaker installation 52 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1394 ETHERNET 1 Digital Powered Speakers You can install a digital audio system with up to two front speakers, two surround speakers, two surround back speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. n Do not connect analog multichannel speaker outputs if you connect the digital output. Some powered speakers can generate (upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 input channels. Refer to your product documentation. You can connect either the coaxial or optical digital audio cable, depending on your system. If you have both cables, connect one cable only. ■ Insert optical cords straight in until they click into place. ■ Do not bend or tie optical cords. 1 Connect a digital audio coaxial or optical cable to Connecting Audio To connect six-channel (5.1 speaker) digital output to a speaker digital input: 3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the a Digital Audio Out connector on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. speaker documentation. 4 Turn on the speaker system. 2 Connect the digital audio coaxial or optical cable to the speakers. DIGITAL AUDIO IN Coaxial Optical Choose one AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Digital Audio Out Digital powered speaker installation (5.1 shown) Connecting Audio 53 Monitor Speakers You can connect powered monitor speakers directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. n You may need Y adapter cables. You can: ■ Monitor speaker configurations and connections may vary. Your system may be different. Connect simple left/right stereo 2.0 powered monitor speakers. Or ■ Connect two powered speakers and a subwoofer for 2.1 monitor speaker output. Monitor Audio Out AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 Monitor speaker installation (2.0 shown) 54 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1394 ETHERNET 1 Audio Out Connections You can connect your existing home stereo or home theater audio equipment to your HP Digital Entertainment Center using the Audio Out stereo connectors on the back panel. The following diagram shows a typical Audio Out stereo connection. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. Subwoofer IN AC AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R Connecting Audio AUDIO OUT CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Audio Out stereo connection n If you connect the Audio Out connector to your speakers or stereo, you will not be able to control your volume with the keyboard or with the remote control. The volume is controlled only by using the Master Volume Wave controller. Connecting Audio 55 FM Radio Antenna The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes an FM radio tuner. To connect the FM radio antenna: 1 Plug the FM radio antenna cable into the FM (Tuner) In connector on the back panel (75-Ohm Coaxial). The following diagram shows typical FM antenna connections: 2 You may want to extend the ends of the cable to ■ improve your FM radio signal reception. Indoor antenna Or ■ Rooftop antenna (sold separately) This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. FM Antenna FM Radio Roof Antenna Choose one AUDIO OUT L WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET FM radio antenna cable external or internal connection 56 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 Connecting Video Out This chapter describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV or display monitor, so you can watch TV and view the screen. It includes the most typical, and some advanced, video output options. You must have a display such as a TV or monitor connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. HP Digital Entertainment Centers support many different video options, connections, and configurations of TVs and monitors. Your system may have different equipment. Chapter Contents: “Video Out Overview” on page 58 “Typical Video Out Connections” on page 62 “Video Out to TV” on page 63 “Video Out from AV Receiver to TV” on page 65 “Video Out to Monitor” on page 67 “Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 68 TV Connecting Video Out HP Digital Entertainment Center Connecting Video Out 57 Video Out Overview Video Out Connection Overview The back panel connector that you hook up to your TV is labeled Video Out. Choose a Video Out connector and corresponding cable that attaches to the back of your TV: Standard definition television: ■ Component (Y, Pb, Pr) High definition capable plasma, LCD, or HDTV display: ■ Component (Y, Pb, Pr) ■ VGA ■ HDMI VGA ■ HDMII For component video, see “Component Video Settings” on page 60. To connect a TV to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, you may need a video cable and an audio cable. Use a video cable to connect the Video Out on the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your TV Video In. These cables are included in the box. You may need other or additional cables, depending on your TV or monitor. When using an AV receiver, the Video Out cable can be connected directly to a TV and just the audio is connected and switched through an AV receiver, or video and audio are connected and switched through an AV receiver. Some HP Digital Entertainment Center models output NTSC only. n Component video output requires specific configurations for certain display types and resolutions. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support and select your model number for instructions on using component video. 58 ■ Not all AV receivers support signal conversion. Monitor: ■ The type of video cable you need depends on your TV: HP Digital Entertainment Center n To connect video equipment with DVI-D connectivity, use the provided DVI-D to HDMI adapter. Video Out Connectors (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL Item VIDEO OUT Y Pb Pr AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Connector Type Color Component (interlaced or progressive scan) 3 RCA jacks Green: Y Blue: Pb Red: Pr VGA Analog: 15-pin D-sub Video Out Blue HDMI — For best picture quality, use the HDMI Video Out. Digital 19-pin D-Sub Video Out Silver/Black See http://www.hp.com/support for instructions on using component video. Cable type COMPONENT OUT Connecting Video Out VGA The video connectors are ranked in order of picture quality. 1) Use HDMI Video Out for best picture and sound quality. 2) DVI Video Out (use HDMI to DVI adapter) 3) VGA Video Out 4) Component Video Out Connecting Video Out 59 Component Video Settings You must configure settings to view component video on your TV properly. Component video output requires specific configurations for certain display types and resolutions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support and select your model number for instructions on using component video. Overview You must change the default desktop resolution of 800 x 600 to 640 x 480 for the best DVD playback and Media Center experience. A resolution of 800 x 600 is best for Windows desktop dialog boxes. See “Adjusting the Desktop Display” on page 143. The component video default output is 480i (interlaced) to provide a picture on most TVs. Driver adjustments are required to configure progressive scan for TVs that support progressive scan. Progressive scan format provides a better desktop viewing experience than interlaced format. TV Display Overview The HP Digital Entertainment Center allows you to connect to a TV to view the monitor image on a TV screen. With the TV connected, you can view the HP Digital Entertainment Center image, watch TV or DVD movies, or play games on your TV. See “Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 68. You must manually set up dual displays (clone). Only either the TV or monitor, not both, will display after initial turn on. See “Dual screen” on page 140. 60 HP Digital Entertainment Center Content-protected DVD playback is limited to the following when component video is connected: Component format Desktop resolution 480i (interlaced) 640 x 480 @ 30 Hz 480p (progressive) 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz Audio and Video Switching Overview AV receiver: You can use your AV receiver as a switch to direct the video to your TV and the audio to your speakers from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. This method gives you the best audio quality, and is easy to switch audio/video inputs though your AV receiver remote. If your AV receiver has multiple input and output connections, then it has front panel input and output switches. You must select the correct input and output on the AV receiver front panel or remote control to hear sound and see video. TV: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your TV, you can use your TV as an audio/video switch and control inputs though your TV remote. If your TV has multiple input connections, then it has a front panel input switch. You must select the correct input and output on the TV front panel or remote control to hear sound and see video. Monitor: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your monitor, you can use your monitor as an audio/ video switch. You will probably not be able to use a remote control to switch. If your monitor has multiple input and output connections, then it has a front panel input switch and output switch. You must select the correct input and output on the monitor front panel to hear sound and see video. n If your video equipment has multiple input and output connections, then it has front panel input and output switches. You must select the correct input and output from the video equipment front panel or remote control to hear sound and see video. You can use the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control to change channels and adjust volume if you have a cable box or satellite receiver, have installed the Infrared Transmitter cable, and have configured the remote control after initial turn on. Always point the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control at the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel. The infrared remote sensor, behind the front panel window, receives signals from the remote control. The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes one or two Infrared Transmitter cables (IR blaster) that are required to control one or two set-top boxes. You must carefully position the Infrared Transmitter cable tip on the set-top box to ensure the set-top box receives the IR signal from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Infrared Transmitter Installation” on page 99. Connecting Video Out 61 Connecting Video Out Using the Remote Control with Your TV Typical Video Out Connections This section describes how to hook up the Video Out connectors on the back panel of the HP Digital Entertainment Center into your home system so you can watch TV. These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. You may set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported configurations: Display/video configuration See: From HP Digital Entertainment Center to TV through a direct connection “Video Out to TV” on page 63 From HP Digital Entertainment Center through an AV receiver, to a TV “Video Out from AV Receiver to TV” on page 65 From HP Digital Entertainment Center to a monitor through a direct connection “Video Out to Monitor” on page 67 From HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV and monitor, dual-display option (You must manually set dual displays.) “Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 68 Other Video Equipment “Connecting Video Equipment” on page 101 Then see: “Connecting TV Source In” on page 71 “Configuring Video” on page 140 62 HP Digital Entertainment Center Video Out to TV Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your TV, you can use your TV as an audio/video switch and control inputs though your TV remote. Connectors: Choose a Video Out connector and corresponding cable that attaches to the back of your TV: Standard definition TV High definition display Component Component Configuration: You can adjust the TV display, after initial turn on, using the Media Center software. See “Initial Configuration” on page 127. Procedure: Connect a video cable from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Video Out directly to the TV Video In. (Y, Pb, Pr) VGA VGA HDMI HDMI n Component video output requires specific configurations for certain display types and resolutions. Go to http://www.hp.com/support and select your model number for instructions on using component video. Connecting Video Out (Y, Pb, Pr) Monitor Equipment: The TV and some cables are sold separately. Refer to the documentation that came with your TV/display. You can also connect a video projector using this procedure. Connecting Video Out 63 . TV IN Component* * NOTE: Not recommended for initial setup. AUDIO AUDIO OUT OUT WIRELESS LAN 802.11 802.11 a/b/g WIRELESS LAN a/b/g AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L LL CENTER CENTER FRONT FRONT YY REMOVABLE ANTENNA REMOVABLE ANTENNA ACTIVITY ACTIVITY LINK LINK LL PbPb TVTV SOURCE SOURCE1 1IN IN R R CABLE/ANT. IN FM IN IN CABLE/ANT. IN ANTENNA FM ANTENNA L L PrPr 100-240V-4/A 4/A 50/60Hz 50/60Hz 100-240V- ACIN IN AC RR R R R SUB SUB WOOFER WOOFER AUDIO AUDIO RR 10/ 10/100/ 100/1000 1000 ATSC TUNER ATSC TUNER ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT AUDIO AUDIO OUT OUT HI SPEED SPEED USB HI USB 2.0 2.0 1394 1394 2 2 ETHERNET ETHERNET Video out to standard TV HDTV IN VGA HDMI Component* Choose one * NOTE:Not recommended for initial setup. AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET Video out to high-definition capable HDTV 64 HP Digital Entertainment Center 75Ω 75Ω COAXIAL COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN IN HDTV / SDTV ANT. S-VIDEO S-VIDEO R R AUDIO AUDIO L L OPTICAL OPTICAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DUALDUAL TUNER TUNER VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO TVTV SOURCE SOURCE2 2IN IN COAXIAL COAXIAL 1 1 1 Video Out from AV Receiver to TV Switching: Switch audio and video through your AV receiver if your AV receiver switches video and has the correct connections. This method gives you the best audio quality, and you can easily switch audio/video inputs through your AV receiver remote. Connectors: Choose a Video Out connector and corresponding cable that attaches to the back of your TV: Standard definition TV High definition display Component Component (Y, Pb, Pr) Monitor (Y, Pb, Pr) VGA VGA HDMI HDMI If your TV and AV receiver has multiple input and output connections, then it has front panel input and output switches. You must select the correct input and output from the TV and AV receiver front panel or remote control to hear sound and see video. Component video output requires specific configurations for certain display types and resolutions. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support and select your model number for instructions on using component video. Equipment: The TV, AV receiver, and some cables are sold separately. See the documentation that came with your TV and AV receiver. Configuration: You can adjust the TV display, after initial turn on, using the Media Center software settings. See “Initial Configuration” on page 127. Procedure: Connecting Video Out 1 Connect a video cable from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Video Out to the AV receiver Video In. 2 Connect a video cable from the AV receiver Video Out to the TV Video In. Use the same connector type if your AV receiver does not support crossconnecting. Connecting Video Out 65 . TV IN Component* *NOTE: Not recommended for initial setup. AV RECEIVER IN AV RECEIVER OUT Component* AUDIO OUT *NOTE: CENTER Not recommended for initial setup. WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L AV Receiver FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT TV Out (through AV receiver) 66 HP Digital Entertainment Center HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET 1 Video Out to Monitor Equipment: The monitor and some cables may not be included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See the documentation that came with your monitor. Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your monitor, you can use your monitor as an audio/ video switch. You will probably not be able to use a remote control as a switch. Connectors: For a monitor, choose one of the following Video Out connectors and cables: ■ VGA ■ HDMI Configuration: You can adjust the monitor display, after initial turn on, using the Media Center software. See “Initial Configuration” on page 127. Procedure: Connect a monitor video cable from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Video Out directly to the monitor Video In. MONITOR IN HDMI VGA n If your monitor has multiple input connections, then it has a front panel input switch. You must select the correct input from the monitor front panel or remote control to hear sound and see video. WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT AUDIO OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L Choose one CENTER Y FRONT 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L R Pr AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN Connecting Video Out 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Monitor out Connecting Video Out 67 Video Out to TV and Monitor Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your TV or monitor, you can use your TV or monitor as an audio/video switch. You can use a TV remote control to switch inputs. If your AV receiver switches video and has the correct connections, you can connect your TV or monitor through your AV receiver. Connectors: Choose Video Out connectors and corresponding cables that attach to the back of your TV and monitor: Standard definition TV High definition display Component Component (Y, Pb, Pr) Procedure: 1 Connect a monitor video cable from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Video Out directly to the monitor Video In. Use the VGA or HDMI Video Out connectors. 2 Connect your TV to the HP Digital Entertainment Monitor Center back panel. Use the Component (Y, Pb, Pr) Video Out connectors for standard definition TVs. 3 After initial turn on, you will need to activate dual displays. See “Dual screen” on page 140. (Y, Pb, Pr) VGA VGA HDMI HDMI You can use the following combinations to connect your TV and monitor: Display Use with VGA Component (Y, Pb, Pr) DVI HDMI Component (Y, Pb, Pr) VGA You cannot view any combination of Component (Y, Pb, Pr) DVI, and VGA Video Out at the same time with dual displays. Equipment: The TV, monitor, and some cables may not be included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See the documentation that came with your TV and monitor. 68 Configuration: You can adjust the TV and monitor displays, after initial turn on, using the Media Center. software. See “Initial Configuration” on page 127. HP Digital Entertainment Center n Component video output requires specific configurations for certain display types and resolutions. Go to http://www.hp.com/ support and select your model number for instructions on using component video. n If your TV or monitor has multiple input connections, select the correct input on the TV or monitor. . MONITOR IN TV IN VGA HDMI Component Choose one AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Connecting Video Out TV (standard definition shown) and monitor out Connecting Video Out 69 70 HP Digital Entertainment Center This chapter describes how to connect TV source input from a set-top box such as a cable box or satellite receiver to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Infrared Transmitter cable installation is also included. You connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to an existing setup for your TV signal source. This chapter includes the most typical, and some advanced, input options. The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different video source input options, connections, and set-top-box configurations, such as a cable box or satellite receiver. Your home system may have different components. Cable Set-top box Infrared Transmitter Connecting TV Source In Connecting TV Source In Chapter Contents: “TV Source Overview” on page 72 “Typical TV Source Connections” on page 78 “Antenna Connection” on page 80 “Cable Connection” on page 83 “Satellite Connection” on page 93 “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97 n For additional information on connecting the cable box or satellite receiver, refer to the documentation that came with your equipment and the Start Here booklet included. HP Digital Entertainment Center Connecting TV Source In 71 TV Source Overview TV Signal Source Overview You must connect a TV signal to the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. You can attach standard, analog NTSC TV and high-definition, digital HDTV ATSC sources. The back panel TV Source connectors are: ■ TV Source 1 In ■ TV Source 2 In ■ Cable/Antenna In (NTSC) RF ■ HDTV/SDTV Ant. In (ATSC) RF antenna n An ATSC tuner that supports high-definition TV is included with select HP Digital Entertainment Center models only. NTSC Standard TV The NTSC back panel connectors are TV Source 1 In and TV Source 2 In: ■ For an NTSC cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver use TV Source 1 In or TV Source 2 In (select models only). ■ For an NTSC analog cable RF coaxial connector use Cable/Antenna In. For dual-tuner systems, the Cable/Antenna In RF connector splits internally. A set-top cable TV box is provided by your cable TV provider to unscramble premium channels. For Dual Tuner configurations, both TV sources must be of the same type: either cable TV, digital cable TV, satellite TV, or antenna. The TV sources must also have the same, identical channel lineup; for example, if you are using two satellite TV sources they must provide the exact same channels. All TV viewing and scheduling is provided through the Television Program Guide in Media Center, so both TV sources must have identical Television Program Guides. 72 HP Digital Entertainment Center The HP Digital Entertainment Center records television and allows you to control the television channels. The HP Digital Entertainment Center has two tuner configurations available: Single-tuner TV Source 1 In A single tuner allows you to watch or record one program only in NTSC. Dual-tuner option TV Source 2 In You can have dual TV inputs, if your HP Digital Entertainment Center includes the two TV tuner option. You can watch a show on one channel while Media Center records another show on a different channel. Or you can record two different programs at the same time, using two tuners in NTSC. If your HP Digital Entertainment Center includes an optional HDTV/SDTV Ant. In tuner card and dual NTSC tuner card configuration, you can view and record ATSC channels. Media Center supports over-the-air ATSC digital TV. Over-the-air ATSC digital TV requires a UHF/VHF antenna (sold separately) to receive the digital signal. Your location must be within an HDTV ATSC broadcast area. The ATSC high-definition DTV (Digital TV) source back panel connector is as follows: ■ HDTV/SDTV Ant. In connected to a UHF/VHF antenna. See the following section for more information on HDTV. Then see the instructions to install HDTV ATSC. Connecting an ATSC antenna You can attach an indoor or outdoor UHF/VHF antenna to the HP Digital Entertainment Center to watch HDTV ATSC through the VHF or UHF channels. A UHF/VHF antenna receives HDTV ATSC channels, depending on the quality (gain) of the antenna, geographic location, and broadcast reception strength. An internal or external roof antenna is sold separately. You might have to reposition the antenna for best reception. Position the antenna based on the following general criteria: ■ Higher; the ideal position is above the roofline. ■ Closer to or facing the broadcast tower. ■ Larger for stronger signals. ■ Outdoor for less interference. Refer to http://www.antennaweb.org for more information about: ■ The channels available in your area. The channels may be color coded by zone. ■ Selecting the kind of antenna you need depending on the channels you want to receive. Match your antenna to your zone. ■ The direction to point your antenna. ■ Positioning an HDTV antenna for best reception. n You can also attach an internal or external roof VHF antenna to the HP Digital Entertainment Center to watch NTSC channels. Connecting TV Source In 73 Connecting TV Source In ATSC high-definition TV Additional HDTV Information What is HDTV? HDTV (High-definition Television) is the highest quality DTV standard. HDTV provides increased picture detail (720p, 1080i) with a widescreen16:9 aspect ratio and higher quality audio such as surround sound, on a display that supports digital TV. HDTV/SDTV Ant. In is the connector on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center that you connect the ATSC signal to. SDTV (Standard-definition Television) is the lowest quality DTV standard. ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee) is the official name of the DTV picture format that is in use in the United States and North America. The tuner inside your HP Digital Entertainment Center is ATSC-capable. DTV (Digital Television) is the umbrella term used to describe the new digital television way of transmitting television signals. DTV includes many formats of highdefinition TV that can broadcast an image resolution of up to 2 million pixels. NTSC (National Television Systems Committee) is standard (analog) TV. Standard TV broadcasts an image resolution of about 210,000 pixels and is distributed today through antenna, cable, digital cable, or satellite. About digital TV in Media Center Digital TV for Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 is available in the United States only. Refer to the Readme for Update 1 for Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 with HDTV for all digital TV requirements. 74 HP Digital Entertainment Center Refer to the Microsoft Web site at: http://www.microsoft.com Your standard television set-top box has one or more of the following video output connectors and cables: ■ Coaxial (RF) ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video Do not switch video types such as connecting S-video In to TV Source 1 and Composite Video In to TV Source 2 or a Coaxial In and a Composite Out. Not all set-top boxes and AV receivers support signal conversion. The type of video cable you need depends on your set-top box: ■ If your set-top box has an S-video jack, you need an S-video cable to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your set-top box. An S-video cable provides separate color and black-and-white image signals, and delivers a sharper image than a composite video cable. ■ If your set-top box has a composite video jack, you need a composite video cable. ■ If you are connecting dual NTSC set-top box sources to the HP Digital Entertainment Center dual NTSC tuner with an composite video connection, use a composite to S-video adapter (sold separately) on TV Source 2 in. You may need other or additional cables, depending on your TV signal source. Connecting a set-top box A standard cable set-top box has only NTSC channels, but you can connect a UHF/VHF antenna to view HDTV ATSC channels also. A set-top cable TV box is provided by your cable TV provider to unscramble premium channels. You cannot record digital TV if using the HP Digital Entertainment Center with an HDTV cable box or HDTV satellite box. Use an antenna to record digital TV. If you can receive HDTV channels through cable or satellite providers, connect the signal directly to your TV/display. Refer to your TV/display documentation. Connecting TV Source In 75 Connecting TV Source In TV Source Connectors Overview TV Source Connectors (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL 76 AUDIO OUT HP Digital Entertainment Center HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET 1 TV SOURCE 1 R Connector Type Color Audio TV Source 1 In RCA jacks White: Left Cable Connecting TV Source In Item L Red: Right AUDIO VIDEO RCA jack Yellow S-video (4-pin) TV Source 1 In Y/C video Analog 4-pin Black Cable/Antenna In With internal splitter to dual-tuners Coaxial Silver Audio TV Source 2 In (Select models only) RCA jacks White: Left S-video TV Source 2 In (select models only) Y/C video Analog 4-pin Black HDTV/SDTV Ant. In Coaxial (from UHF/VHF antenna) Silver Infrared Transmitter Out 2 ports: 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jacks Silver S-VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO CABLE/ANT. IN FM DUAL TUNER TV SOURCE 2 R Video (composite) TV Source 1 In AUDIO Red: Right L 2 IN S-VIDEO HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN ATSC TUNER OUT 2 1 Additional cables to install the HP Digital Entertainment Center are sold separately. Connecting TV Source In 77 Typical TV Source Connections These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system: TV source type Antenna NTSC cable and ATSC antenna NTSC digital cable or satellite and ATSC antenna 78 Display/video configuration Connector See: Standard NTSC from UHF/VHF antenna Cable/Ant. In “Antenna (NTSC)” on page 80 HDTV ATSC from UHF/VHF antenna HDTV/SDTV Ant. In “Antenna (ATSC)” on page 81 NTSC from UHF/VHF antenna ATSC from UHF/VHF antenna Cable/Ant. In HDTV/SDTV Ant. In “Antenna (NTSC and ATSC)” on page 82 NTSC analog cable directly from the wall (without a set-top box) and ATSC from UHF/ VHF antenna Cable/Ant. In and HDTV/SDTV Ant. In “Cable (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC)” on page 83 One NTSC cable TV set-top box and ATSC from UHF/VHF antenna TV Source 1 In and HDTV/SDTV Ant. In Or Cable/Ant. In and HDTV/SDTV Ant. in “One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC)” on page 84 Two NTSC cable TV set-top boxes and ATSC from UHF/ VHF antenna TV Source 1 In TV Source 2 In HDTV/SDTV Ant. In “Two Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC)” on page 86 One NTSC digital cable or satellite receiver and ATSC from UHF/VHF antenna TV Source 1 In and HDTV/SDTV Ant. In Or Cable/Ant. In and HDTV/SDTV Ant. In “One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC)” on page 84 Two NTSC digital cable or satellite receivers and ATSC from UHF/VHF antenna TV Source 1 In TV Source 2 In HDTV/SDTV Ant. In “Two Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC)” on page 86 HP Digital Entertainment Center Display/video configuration NTSC cable NTSC satellite NTSC and ATSC digital cable or satellite Connector See: Cable directly from the wall (without a cable TV set-top box or digital cable receiver) Cable/Ant. In “Cable Only (NTSC)” on page 88 One cable TV set-top box or digital cable receiver TV Source 1 In Or Cable/Ant. In “One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver (NTSC)” on page 89 Two cable TV set-top boxes, or digital cable receivers TV Source 1 In TV Source 2 In “Two Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers” on page 91 One satellite receiver TV Source 1 In Or Cable/Ant. In “One Satellite Receiver (NTSC)” on page 93 Two satellite receivers TV Source 1 In TV Source 2 In “Two Satellite Receivers (NTSC)” on page 95 One NTSC and ATSC digital cable or satellite receiver TV Source 1 In (to record HDTV in standard format) Connect the cable ATSC signal directly to your TV/ display to view HDTV. Refer to the TV/display documentation. Two NTSC and ATSC digital cable or satellite receivers TV Source 1 In and TV Source 2 In (to record HDTV in standard format) Connect the cable ATSC signal directly to your TV/ display to view HDTV. Refer to the TV/display documentation. Then see: “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97 (cable TV box, digital cable receiver, or satellite receiver only) “Connecting Video Equipment” on page 101 Connecting TV Source In 79 Connecting TV Source In TV source type (continued) Antenna Connection (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) Antenna (NTSC) : If you are using a NTSC UHF/VHF broadcast television antenna (sold separately) with no cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver, do the following to connect the TV signal source: 1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from Roof TV Antenna VHF Antenna CABLE/ANT. IN your external or internal TV antenna into the Cable/Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. UHF Antenna DUAL TUNER 2 Turn the connector to tighten it. Coaxial AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL TV signal source — TV antenna 80 HP Digital Entertainment Center AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET 1 : To connect an HDTV signal source to your HP Digital Entertainment Center, do the following: 1 Connect a coaxial cable from your UHF/VHF antenna into the HDTV/SDTV Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Roof Antenna VHF Antenna HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN ATSC TUNER UHF Antenna 2 Turn the connector to tighten it. Cable From Wall Coaxial AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT WIRELESS LAN OUT 802.11 b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA Y VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R Coaxial CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET 1 DIGITAL VIDEO OUT TV signal source — HDTV antenna Connecting TV Source In 81 Connecting TV Source In Antenna (ATSC) Antenna (NTSC and ATSC) If you are using a VHF and UHF broadcast television antenna (sold separately) with no cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver, do the following to connect the NTSC and ATSC TV signal source to your HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Install a splitter (provided) as shown in the following illustration (select models only). Connect the splitter input to the antenna (outdoor shown). 2 Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs. Roof Antenna Turn the connectors to tighten them. 3 Connect a coaxial cable into the Cable/Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Turn the connector to tighten it. 4 Connect a coaxial cable into the VHF Antenna CABLE/ANT. IN UHF Antenna DUAL TUNER Cable From Wall HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN HDTV/SDTV Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Turn the connector to tighten it. ATSC TUNER Coaxial AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R Coaxial CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET HDTV and standard signal source — TV antenna 82 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 Cable Connection Cable (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) . To connect standard cable without a set-top box and a HDTV/SDTV Ant. In input to your HP Digital Entertainment Center, do the following to connect the NTSC and ATSC TV signal sources: 1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from Roof Antenna VHF Antenna UHF Antenna CABLE/ANT. IN your TV cable (wall) into the Cable/Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. DUAL TUNER Cable From Wall 2 Turn the connector to tighten it. 3 Connect the coaxial cable from the UHF/VHF antenna into the HDTV/SDTV Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN ATSC TUNER Coaxial Coaxial 4 Turn the connector to tighten it. AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET TV signal source NTSC cable and ATSC UHF/VHF antenna Connecting TV Source In 83 Connecting TV Source In (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) To connect a standard set-top box (sold separately) and an HDTV/SDTV Ant. In input to your HP Digital Entertainment Center using a standard set-top box, satellite receiver, or digital cable receiver with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your cable TV source (wall) is plugged into the set-top box or digital cable receiver In connector. 2 Connect a video cable: a Choose a video out connector: ■ Coaxial (RF) ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the set-top box or digital cable receiver back panel Video Output connector. c 84 Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In connector. HP Digital Entertainment Center 3 Connect stereo audio cables (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver back panel Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. 4 Connect the coaxial cable from the UHF/VHF antenna into the HDTV/SDTV Ant. In HDTV/SDTV Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 5 Connect the set-top box Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. Roof TV Antenna Cable Wall VHF Antenna Coaxial UHF Antenna OUT Set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter Choose one Video S-video Coaxial TV Source 1 Coaxial AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO 75Ω COAXIAL DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET TV signal source — one cable TV or digital cable box (NTSC) and ATSC UHF/VHF antenna Connecting TV Source In 85 Connecting TV Source In . Two Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) You must have two identical set-top boxes — such as two digital cable receivers, two satellite receivers, or two cable TV boxes (sold separately) — from the same TV source and the HP Digital Entertainment Center dual-tuner option (select models only) to set this up. This configuration will allow you to watch live TV on one channel and record another channel at the same time. Connect the NTSC TV signal source from each set-top box or digital cable receiver into each of the HP Digital Entertainment Center tuner’s TV Source 1 and TV Source 2. If you are using two matching set-top cable boxes, with S-video or composite video output, do the following to connect two tuners and a HDTV ATSC input to your HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Make sure that: ■ ■ Cable TV box: A coaxial cable connector from your cable source (wall) is plugged into a cable splitter (provided), then into each cable set-top box In connector. This setup is similar to the illustration “TV signal source — two digital cable boxes (NTSC)” on page 92. Digital cable receiver: A coaxial cable connector from two cable sources (wall) is plugged into each digital cable receiver IN connector. See “TV signal source — two digital cable boxes (NTSC)” on page 92. 2 Connect a video cable for set-top box 1. a Choose a Video Out connector: ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the set-top box or digital cable receiver back panel video output connector. 86 HP Digital Entertainment Center c Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In connector. 3 Connect stereo audio cables for set-top box 1 (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver back Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. 4 Connect a video cable for set-top box 2: a Choose a video out connector; use the same type as set-top box 1: ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the set-top box or digital cable receiver back panel video output connector. c Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In connector. 5 Connect stereo audio cables for set-top box 2 (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver back Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. 6 Connect the coaxial cable from the UHF/VHF antenna into the HDTV/SDTV Ant. In connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 7 Connect the set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter cable 8 Connect the set-top box 2 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. Connecting TV Source In (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. . VHF Antenna Coaxial Source 1 Coaxial UHF Antenna Source 2 Set-top box 1 Set-top box 2 VIDEO OUT Infrared Transmitter NOTE: Connect same set-top box only VIDEO OUT Choose one Video S-video AUDIO OUT Choose one Video S-video WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Coaxial Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO 75Ω COAXIAL DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET TV signal source — two cable boxes (NTSC) and ATSC UHF/VHF antenna Connecting TV Source In 87 Cable Only (NTSC) If you are using a standard cable without a set-top box or digital cable receiver, do the following to connect the NTSC-only TV signal source: 1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from CABLE/ANT. IN your TV cable (wall) into the Cable/Ant connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. This connection supplies the TV signal source for both TV tuners. DUAL TUNER 2 Turn the connector to tighten it. . Cable Wall AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L Coaxial CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT TV signal source (NTSC cable) 88 HP Digital Entertainment Center HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET 1 Connect the NTSC TV signal source from the standard cable TV set-top box or digital cable receiver (sold separately) into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. If you are using a standard set-top box or digital cable receiver with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your cable TV source (wall) is plugged into the set-top box or digital cable receiver In connector. 2 Connect a video cable: a Choose a video out connector: ■ Coaxial (RF) ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the set-top box or digital cable receiver back panel Video Output connector. c 3 Connect stereo audio cables (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver back panel Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. 4 Connect the set-top box Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In connector. Connecting TV Source In 89 Connecting TV Source In One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver (NTSC) . Cable From Wall Coaxial OUT Set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter Choose one Video S-video Coaxial TV Source 1 AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV // SDTV ANT. HDTV ANT.IN IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC ATSCTUNER TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET TV signal source — one cable TV or digital cable box (NTSC) 90 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 You must have two identical set-top boxes, such as two digital cable receivers or two cable TV boxes (sold separately), from the same TV source and the HP Digital Entertainment Center dual-tuner option (select models only) to set this up. This configuration will allow you to watch live TV on one channel and record another channel at the same time. Connect the TV signal source from each set-top box or digital cable receiver into each of the HP Digital Entertainment Center tuner’s TV Source 1 and TV Source 2. If you are using two matching set-top cable boxes or digital cable receivers with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that: ■ ■ Cable TV box: A coaxial cable connector from your cable source (wall) is plugged into a cable splitter (provided), then into each cable set-top box In connector. This setup is similar to the illustration See “TV signal source — two digital cable boxes (NTSC)” on page 92. Digital cable receiver: A coaxial cable connector from two cable sources (wall) is plugged into each digital cable receiver IN connector. See “TV signal source — two digital cable boxes (NTSC)” on page 92. 2 Connect a video cable for set-top box 1. a Choose a Video Out connector: ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the set-top box or digital cable receiver back panel video output connector. c Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In connector. 3 Connect stereo audio cables for set-top box 1 (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver back Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. 4 Connect a video cable for set-top box 2: a Choose a video out connector; use the same type as set-top box 1: ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the set-top box or digital cable receiver back panel video output connector. c Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In connector. 5 Connect stereo audio cables for set-top box 2 (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver back Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. Connecting TV Source In 91 Connecting TV Source In Two Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable Receivers 6 Connect the set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter cable 7 Connect the set-top box 2 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. . Cable From Wall Cable From Wall Coaxial Source 1 Coaxial Source 2 Set-top box 1 Set-top box 2 VIDEO OUT Infrared Transmitter NOTE: Connect same set-top box only VIDEO OUT Choose one Choose one Video Video S-video AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L S-video CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV IN HDTV//SDTV SDTV ANT. ANT. IN TV SOURCE 2 IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSCTUNER TUNER ATSC INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET TV signal source — two digital cable boxes (NTSC) 92 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 Satellite Connection One Satellite Receiver (NTSC) Connect the TV signal source from the satellite receiver into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. If you are using a satellite receiver (sold separately) with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your dish source is plugged into the satellite receiver In connector. 2 Connect a video cable. a Choose a Video Out connector: ■ Coaxial (RF) ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the satellite receiver back panel video output connector. c 3 Connect stereo audio cables (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the satellite receiver back panel Audio Out right (red) connector and Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. 4 Connect the satellite receiver Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In connector. Connecting TV Source In 93 Connecting TV Source In (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) . Satellite Receiver Coaxial Infrared Transmitter OUT Choose one Video S-video AUDIO OUT TV Source 1 WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L Coaxial CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV// SDTV ANT. HDTV ANT.IN IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSCTUNER TUNER ATSC INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 TV signal source — one satellite receiver (NTSC) 94 HP Digital Entertainment Center ETHERNET 1 Connecting TV Source In Two Satellite Receivers (NTSC) You must have two identical satellite receivers from the same source and the HP Digital Entertainment Center dual-tuner option (select models only) to set this up. This configuration will allow you to watch live TV on one channel and record another channel at the same time. Connect the TV signal source from each satellite receiver into each HP Digital Entertainment Center tuner. If you are using two matching satellite receivers with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your dish source is plugged into two cable outputs, and each satellite receiver In connector. 2 Connect a video cable for satellite receiver 1: 4 Connect a video cable for satellite receiver 2: a Choose a video out connector, use the same type as satellite receiver 1: a Choose a Video Out connector: ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the satellite receiver back panel video output connector. c Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In connector. 3 Connect stereo audio cables for satellite receiver 1 (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the satellite receiver back panel Audio Out right (red) connector and the Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video b Connect the video cable from the satellite receiver back panel video output connector. c Connect the video cable into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In connector. 5 Connect stereo audio cables for satellite receiver 2 (skip this step if using coaxial [RF]): a From the satellite receiver back panel Audio Out right (red) connector and Audio Out left (white) connectors. b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In Audio right (red) and Audio left (white) connectors. Connecting TV Source In 95 6 Connect the satellite receiver 1 Infrared Transmitter 7 Connect the satellite receiver 2 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 97. . Source 1 Coaxial (RF) Source 2 Satellite Receiver 2 Satellite Receiver 1 Infrared Transmitter VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT NOTE: Connect same set-top box only Choose one Video AUDIO OUT Video S-video S-video WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L Choose one CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET TV signal source — two satellite receivers (NTSC) (select models only) 96 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 Infrared Transmitter Overview The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes Infrared Transmitters that make it easy to control one or two set-top boxes. If you connect a set-top box such as a digital cable box or a satellite receiver to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, then you must also use the Infrared (IR) Transmitter control cable. The remote control sends commands to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, which relays these commands via the Infrared Transmitter control cables to the cable box or satellite receiver. The Infrared Transmitter control cable has a sender tip (IR Blaster) that attaches to the front of the cable box (or other set-top box) and plugs into the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. You must carefully position the Infrared Transmitter control cable sender tip on to the set-top box front panel to ensure the set-top box receives the signal. The remote receiver is on the front of the cable box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver. It receives Infrared commands from your cable box remote control or from the Infrared Transmitter cable. The remote receiver is sometimes hidden behind a panel of dark, transparent plastic. You can use a flashlight to locate it. For more information about the remote receiver, refer to the documentation for your cable box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver. n The Infrared Transmitter connection is required for a signal with a set-top box. Connecting TV Source In 97 Connecting TV Source In Infrared Transmitter Connection Set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA ACTIVITY LINK L Pb TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R AUDIO R SUB WOOFER VIDEO 75Ω COAXIAL DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN HDTV IN HDTV// SDTV SDTV ANT. ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO S-VIDEO L ATSCTUNER TUNER ATSC INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Infrared Transmitter connection (one set-top box) Set-top box 1 Set-top box 2 NOTE: Connect set-top box only Infrared Transmitter AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET Infrared Transmitter connection (two set-top boxes; select models only) 98 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 If you have a cable TV receiver, satellite receiver, or other set-top box that controls your TV signal, connect the Infrared Transmitter sensor: 1 Route the Infrared Transmitter cable from the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the cable TV, digital cable, or satellite receiver set-top box. 2 Locate the IR remote receiver area on the front of the set-top box. This is where you aim the set-top box remote control to change channels, change the sound level, and so on. ■ The IR remote receiver area may be behind an obvious window on the set-top box. ■ Use the set-top box remote control to locate its IR remote receiver area: Hold the remote control very close (within 1 inch/2.54 centimeters) and press a remote button to change the channel or power off the box. As you push a button, gradually move the remote control across the front of the box until the box responds. ■ Hold a flashlight close to the front of the set-top box, and look for a transparent window with a small box inside. Test the area by holding the box remote close to the window and pushing a button until the box responds. 3 Use a piece of tape to temporarily hold the Infrared Transmitter cable tip over the set-top box IR remote receiver area while you test the function. 4 Plug the Infrared Transmitter cable into the Infrared Transmitter connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 5 Test the operation by pointing the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control at the HP Digital Entertainment Center IR receiver and pressing a channel button. (Be sure you use the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote and point it at the HP Digital Entertainment Center.) 6 For permanent attachment, remove the paper from the Infrared Transmitter cable tip, and press the tip onto the IR remote receiver area on the set-top box. 7 Repeat these steps for the second set-top box. Connecting TV Source In 99 Connecting TV Source In Infrared Transmitter Installation The following illustration shows the Infrared Transmitter installation. Cable or Satellite Set-top box Attach to IR window Remove tape Infrared Transmitter AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET Infrared transmitter to cable, digital cable receiver, or satellite receiver set-top box 100 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 Connecting Video Equipment This chapter describes how to connect video playback and recording equipment to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Equipment includes VCRs and camcorders. This chapter also includes the most typical, and some advanced, options. The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different video input and audio/video output options and connections. Your system may have different components. Chapter Contents: “Video Equipment Overview” on page 102 “Typical Video Equipment Connections” on page 104 “VCR Connection” on page 105 “Video Camera Connection” on page 109 VCR A stable image on your TV/display may cause screen burn-in if left on for a long time. Use a screen-saver and low contrast colors for desktop background images to reduce burn-in. HP Digital Entertainment Center Connecting Video Equipment 101 Connecting Video Equipment w Video Equipment Overview Connectors (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL Item TV SOURCE 1 R L AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET Connector Type Color Audio: TV Source 1 In RCA jacks White: Left Video: TV Source 1 In RCA jack Yellow S-video TV: Source 1 In Analog: Y/C video 4-pin Black Cable/Antenna In With internal splitter to dual-tuners Coaxial Silver Audio: TV Source 2 In RCA jacks White: Left S-video TV Source 2 In (Select models only) Use S-video to composite adapter to connect composite video Analog: Y/C video 4-pin (optional) Red: Right AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO CABLE/ANT. IN FM DUAL TUNER TV SOURCE R AUDIO 2 IN S-VIDEO Red: Right L Additional cables and the S-video to composite adapter are sold separately. 102 HP Digital Entertainment Center Black Cable 1 Video Equipment Connection Overview ■ Coaxial (RF) ■ Composite ■ S-video The type of video cable you need depends on your video equipment: ■ ■ If your video equipment has an S-video jack, you need an S-video cable. An S-video cable provides separate color and black-and-white image signals and delivers a sharper image than a composite video cable does. If your video equipment has a composite video jack, you need a composite video cable. n If your video equipment has multiple input and output connections, then it has front panel input and output switches. You must select the correct input and output from the video equipment front panel or remote control to hear sound and see video. You can also connect your digital video camera to work with the HP Digital Entertainment Center through FireWire (IEEE 1394) connectors. 1394 You may need other or additional cables, depending on your video equipment. DVD player The HP Digital Entertainment Center has a built-in DVD player/recorder. n The HP Digital Entertainment Center is intended for legal purposes only and not designed to record retail movie title DVDs. n Connect video game boxes directly to your TV. Connecting Video Equipment 103 Connecting Video Equipment Standard video equipment has one or more of the following video out connectors and cables: Typical Video Equipment Connections This section describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to an existing setup of your video equipment. These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system: TV source type Display/video configuration See: VCR VCR direct to HP Digital Entertainment Center “VCR Direct In Connection” on page 105 From HP Digital Entertainment Center to VCR to TV “Wall to VCR to TV Using Coaxial Cable” on page 106 Digital “Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder” on page 109 Analog “Connecting an Analog Camcorder” on page 112 Camcorder Then see: “Connecting the Network” on page 113 “Initial Configuration” on page 127 104 HP Digital Entertainment Center VCR Connection VCR Direct In Connection You can connect a VCR to record your tapes to the HP Digital Entertainment Center hard disk drive. n The HP Digital Entertainment Center is intended for legal purposes only. Some retail VHS tapes have content protection measures that do not allow recording. VCR NOTE: Do not connect audio cables if connecting coaxial cable. AUDIO OUT Choose one Video CENTER S-video WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L FRONT Connecting Video Equipment OUT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb Coaxial ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET VCR connection Connecting Video Equipment 105 Wall to VCR to TV Using Coaxial Cable 1 Remove the coaxial cable at the input to the VCR. 2 Connect the coaxial cable to the input of a signal splitter (available at electronics stores). Cable From Wall 3 Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs. 4 Connect one coaxial cable to the input of the VCR. 5 Connect one coaxial cable to the TV Source 1 in Coaxial back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 6 Connect a coaxial cable from the VCR out to one of the TV inputs. Reserve an input connection on the TV for the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Set-top box Cable From Wall Coaxial Coaxial VCR VCR Coaxial Coaxial TV Existing setups with and without set-top box 106 HP Digital Entertainment Center TV Splitter 2 Way Splitter Coaxial Wall Coaxial VCR Coaxial TV Coaxial TV IN 2 TV IN 1 AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Wall to VCR to TV using coaxial cable (Add the HP Digital Entertainment Center with a splitter) Connecting Video Equipment 107 Connecting Video Equipment VCR IN VCR OUT Wall Coaxial Set-top box CABLE IN CABLE OUT Infrared Transmitter Coaxial Splitter 2 Way Splitter Coaxial VCR VCR IN VCR OUT Coaxial TV Coaxial TV IN 2 TV IN 1 AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET Wall to set-top box VCR to TV using coaxial cable (add with a splitter) 108 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 Video Camera Connection Refer to the HP support Web site for detailed information on advanced video setup. Go to http://www.hp.com/support and select your model number. See “HP Web Site Support” on page 171. Connectors: Procedure: Use the 4-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the front or 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the back panel of the HP Digital Entertainment Center to connect a digital video camera. This connector is bi-directional. The following instructions apply only to digital video cameras. See “Connecting an Analog Camcorder” on page 112 for analog video cameras. Some cameras use a USB connector. See the documentation that came with your digital video camera. See “USB Device Connection” on page 121. Equipment: Most digital video cameras use either a 4-pin to 4-pin or a 4-pin to 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) video camera transfer cable. A 4-pin to 4-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) cable to use the 4-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel is sold separately. If a Digital Video Device Auto Play window appears when you connect your camera, click Cancel. To connect a digital video camera: 1 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center, and wait for the desktop to appear. See “Initial Configuration” on page 127. 2 Turn on the digital video camera. 3 Connect the video camera transfer cable from the camera to a FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the front (4-pin) or back (6-pin) of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 4 A Found New Hardware message appears. Wait two or three minutes for the system to make the necessary settings for the new device. When installation is complete, a message appears telling you the camera is ready to use. Connecting Video Equipment 109 Connecting Video Equipment Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder . On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center DV IN 4-Pin FireWire Cable (IEEE 1394) Digital Video Camcorder Connect a digital video camcorder (front panel) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET 6-Pin FireWire Cable (IEEE 1394) Connect a digital video camcorder (back panel) 110 HP Digital Entertainment Center Digital Video Camcorder Recognizing the digital video camcorder If the HP Digital Entertainment Center does not recognize your digital video camera: “Initial Configuration” on page 127. 5 Click the plus sign (+) next to imaging devices. If the 2 Click Start, and then click Control Panel. name of the camera appears under imaging devices the device is ready. If the name is not there, try the following: 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, ■ Click Action, and then Scan for hardware changes. Look in Device Manager for a new addition under imaging devices. ■ Unplug the video camera’s transfer cable from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Power cycle the camera and plug it back in. Look in Device Manager for a new addition under imaging devices. if available, and then double-click the System icon. 4 Click the Hardware tab, and then click the Device Manager button. For more information about viewing your pictures or digital video files in Media Center or copying your pictures to CD, see the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide. Connecting Video Equipment 111 Connecting Video Equipment 1 Start up the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See Connecting an Analog Camcorder Connecting an analog camera for video input (capture) To connect an analog video camera: Connectors: When connecting an analog video camera for input to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 1 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center, and wait for the desktop to appear. See “Initial Configuration” on page 127. 2 Connect the video camera transfer cable from the Procedure: camera to the S-video connector or to the composite and audio connectors on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The following instructions can also be used to connect digital cameras with analog outputs. See the documentation that came with your video camera. 3 Turn on the camera and use InterVideo WinDVD Creator to capture your video recording. . On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center VIDEO OUT Choose one S-video Video Connect an analog video camera for source input 112 HP Digital Entertainment Center Analog Camcorder Connecting the Network The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different network options, connections, and configurations. You can connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to a: Chapter Contents: “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 114 “Typical Network Connections” on page 116 ■ Wireless 802.11 a/b/g network “Connecting the Wireless Network Antenna” on page 117 ■ Wired Ethernet port 10/100/1000 “Connecting a DSL/Cable Modem” on page 119 You can connect your peripheral devices to work with the HP Digital Entertainment Center through USB or FireWire (IEEE 1394) connectors. This chapter describes the most typical, and some advanced, options to connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet, to a network, and to peripheral devices. Your system may have different components. Internet Broadband Modem On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center “Connecting Through a Router” on page 120 “USB Device Connection” on page 121 “Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive” on page 123 n Peripheral devices are sold separately. n For additional information on connecting network equipment, refer to the Start Here booklet and the hardware and ISP (Internet Service Provider) documentation that came with your network. HP Digital Entertainment Center Connecting the Network 113 Connecting the Network Your system must have working broadband Internet to operate properly. Peripheral Connection Overview Front Panel (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) HP Personal Media Drive Bay 1394 input/output Connector HP Digital Entertainment Center SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO HI SPEED USB 2.0 MMC / SD SmartMedia / xD HI SPEED USB 2.0 CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO KEYBOARD CONNECT FRONT INPUT 1394 S-VIDEO VIDEO DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN KEYBOARD CONNECT 1394 NPUT 1394 R DV IN HEADPHONES L AUDIO R DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN L AUDIO 114 L AUDIO R USB and card readers Name Description Behind Upper Right Door HP Personal Media Drive Bay Removable hard disk Behind Lower Right Door 9-in-1 Memory card readers SmartMedia/xD, MMC/SD, CompactFlash I/II, Microdrive, MS/MS-Pro USB 2.0 (2) Card readers behind lower right door LED: Green (with media inserted) Off (no media inserted) Behind Left Door AV connectivity for capturing analog and digital video from camcorders. Front button and inputs — see below FireWire (IEEE1394) FireWire (IEEE 1394), 4-pin DV input/output for digital video or removable hard disk drive MIC HP Digital Entertainment Center See “Memory Card Reader” on page 5. Back Panel (Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL Connector AUDIO OUT Name USB 2.0 HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Description Cable High-speed USB, 4 ports HI SPEED USB 2.0 FireWire (IEEE) 1394 FireWire (IEEE 1394), 6-pin DV input/output for hard disk drive Ethernet RJ-45 10/100/1000 Wireless LAN Removable Antenna Coaxial wireless LAN 802.11 a/b/g LEDs (2) Activity: Blinks when transmitting/ receiving data Link: Solid green when wireless LAN is enabled and connected. Blinks when wireless LAN is scanning. 1394 10/100/1000 WIRELESS LAN REMOVABLE ANTENNA 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK Connecting the Network ETHERNET Connecting the Network 115 Typical Network Connections This section describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet, so you can download the Television Program Guide and surf the Web. These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system: Connection Network configuration See: Internet From an 802.11 a/b/g wireless network “Connecting the Wireless Network Antenna” on page 117 “Connecting Through a Router” on page 120 Or From a DSL modem or cable modem to a router Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) From a DSL modem or cable modem “Connecting a DSL/Cable Modem” on page 119 Wireless or Ethernet (10BaseT) Or Gigabit Ethernet (1000BaseT) Then see: “Initial Configuration” on page 127 116 HP Digital Entertainment Center Connecting the Wireless Network Antenna You can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a 802.11 a/b/g wireless network. The transceiver is built in to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. An external antenna is supplied with your system. You must connect this antenna to connect to the wireless network. You need an existing wireless LAN network with an Internet connection (please consult your ISP for further information). Wireless Router 802.11 a/b/g Your HP Digital Entertainment Center connects with other wireless product(s) via 802.11 a/b/g technology. The 802.11 a/b/g wireless LAN function allows you to connect to your home network and other devices that are compatible with the 802.11 a/b/g wireless LAN. The wireless LAN connects to the Internet. AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr You can establish a wireless network using your HP Digital Entertainment Center as a wireless access point, or you can use your HP Digital Entertainment Center as a client if you already have a wireless network functioning. Refer to the Quick Install Guide and CD manual included in the accessory box to set up the HP Digital Entertainment Center as a wireless access point. 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET Wireless router Internet connection Connecting the Network A wireless access point and a wireless router are required and sold separately. Wireless Internet use requires a separately purchased Internet service contract. Connecting the Network 117 To connect a Wi-Fi antenna to the HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Screw the antenna into the Wireless LAN Removable 2 You may want to move the end of the antenna away Antenna connector on to the back panel, as shown in the following illustration: from the HP Digital Entertainment Center to improve your signal reception. 3 Check to ensure that: a The wireless router is connected to a DSL/cable modem. b The DSL/cable modem is connected to an outside Internet connection. c The wireless router power LED and connect LEDs are on. d The DSL/cable modem power LED and connect LEDs are on. e Your wireless network functions properly. 4 Select how you want to set up your network: WIRELESS LAN FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R a If you would like a wireless connection between the HP Digital Entertainment Center and your existing wireless network, establish a wireless network using your HP Digital Entertainment Center as a client. The Media Center setup wizard has a step for this option. This is the default mode. CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr AUDIO R VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L DUAL TUNER 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT 2 1394 ETHERNET 118 HP Digital Entertainment Center 1 b If your HP Digital Entertainment Center is connected to the Internet and you would like to wireless-connect other machines to this HP Digital Entertainment Center, establish a wireless network using your HP Digital Entertainment Center as a wireless access point. For more information, refer to the Quick Install Guide and CD manual included in the Wi-Fi accessory box. Connecting a DSL/Cable Modem To connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet, through an existing DSL or cable modem broadband connection: AUDIO OUT FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr AC IN from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Ethernet connector to a DSL or cable modem. CENTER Pb 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz 1 Connect an RJ-45 network cable (sold separately) WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET 2 Check the following: RJ-45 a The DSL or cable modem is connected to an outside Internet connection. DSL/Cable Modem b The DSL or cable modem power LED and connect LEDs are on. Refer to your DSL/cable modem and ISP documentation to establish a connection. Wall Internet Connecting the Network DSL/Cable modem direct Internet connection Connecting the Network 119 Connecting Through a Router If you already have a home network functioning, you can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a LAN network and then to a DSL modem or cable modem. You can use your HP Digital Entertainment Center as a client if you already have a home network functioning. AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET Refer to your router, DSL/cable modem, and ISP documentation to establish a connection. To connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet, through a router and a broadband connection: RJ-45 1 Connect an RJ-45 network cable (sold separately) from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Ethernet connector to a 10BaseT, 100BaseT, or 1000BaseT port on the router. Router 2 Check that: RJ-45 a The router is connected to the DSL/cable modem. b The DSL/cable modem is connected to an outside Internet connection. DSL/Cable Modem The router power LED and connect LEDs are on. d The DSL/cable modem power LED and connect LEDs are on. Wall Internet Router Internet connection 120 HP Digital Entertainment Center ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL DIGITAL c 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 1 USB Device Connection Digital Still Camera The following instructions apply only to digital still cameras. When connecting a digital still camera, use a USB connector on the front or back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center USB 2.0 To connect a digital still camera: 1 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Wait for the desktop to appear. Minimize or close Media Center. Digital Camera 2 Turn on the digital still camera. See the documentation that came with your camera. Digital still camera connection (front panel) 4 Connect the camera transfer cable into an open USB connector on the front or back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Most digital still cameras use either the USB or FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector. AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y Pb two or three minutes for the system to make the necessary settings for the new device. When installation is complete, a message displays telling you the camera is ready to use. ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 5 A Found New Hardware message displays. Wait 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 1 ETHERNET USB 2.0 Digital Camera Digital still camera connection (back panel) Connecting the Network 121 Connecting the Network 3 Connect the camera transfer cable into the camera. Other USB Devices You can connect other peripheral devices to the front or back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center through USB or FireWire (IEEE 1394) ports. On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center The following devices can be connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center USB 2.0 high speed ports: ■ MP3 player ■ USB drive ■ External hard disk drive ■ Printer ■ Scanner ■ Digital video camera ■ Digital still camera ■ ■ ■ USB 2.0 (x2) USB flash drive USB device connection (front panel) AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER FRONT Y Pb 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R 10/ 100/ 1000 DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO R AUDIO L 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET Peripheral devices are sold separately. See the documentation that came with your device. You can go to http://www.hp.com to purchase peripheral devices online. Portable hard disk drive MP3 Printer Digital camera USB device connection (back panel) HP Digital Entertainment Center VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN COAXIAL Mouse 122 CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr Keyboard To connect the HP Personal Media Drive to the HP Digital Entertainment Center through a USB, see the documentation that came with the HP Personal Media Drive. ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L 1 Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive The HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel includes a drive bay that houses the HP Personal Media Drive. The drive bay has an internal USB port and power connector. The HP Personal Media Drive can also function as an external USB hard disk drive. You must connect an external USB port and power cable. You can easily insert and remove the drive from the bay without turning off the HP Digital Entertainment Center. For more information about installing the software, refer to the documentation that came with the HP Personal Media Drive. For more information about using an HP Personal Media Drive to store and transfer information, refer to the HP Digital Entertainment Software Guide. HP Personal Media Drive w Do not move the drive while it is operating, to avoid hardware damage and potential data loss. You can safely remove your drive only after you have completely run the Safely Remove Hardware wizard (located in the system tray at the bottom of the screen). After you have safely disconnected and powered off the drive, handle the drive by the plastic endcaps to avoid touching the aluminum sides if they are hot. The drive may feel warm. This is normal to allow faster heat dissipation. Connecting the Network You can use the HP Personal Media Drive without installing the included software. However, HP recommends that you install the software to have access to additional features and read the documentation. Connecting the Network 123 Installing an HP Personal Media Drive To connect an HP Personal Media Drive to the HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Install the HP Personal Media Drive software that is included with the drive (select models only). ■ For instructions about installing and using the HP Personal Media Drive software, refer to the documentation that came with your HP Personal Media Drive. 2 Open the HP Personal Media Drive bay front panel door. 3 Line up the ridges on the bottom of the drive with the two slots on the bottom of the drive bay. 4 Slide the drive all the way into the drive bay until the drive is firmly connected to the internal power and USB cables. Do not force the drive into the bay; it should slide easily into the bay. 5 If the HP Digital Entertainment Center is turned on, the blue power LED on the front of the drive lights up when the drive is inserted correctly. HP Personal Media Drive installation Running the HP Personal Media Drive utility To transfer files from your primary hard disk drive to your HP Personal Media Drive, you must first run the utility for each installed Media Drive to access the drive within Media Center: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 124 HP Digital Entertainment Center 2 Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then HP Media Drive. 3 Connect the HP Personal Media Drive. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. For instructions about using the HP Personal Media Drive software, refer to the documentation that came with your HP Personal Media Drive. Disconnecting an HP Personal Media Drive You can safely remove the HP Personal Media Drive when both the amber activity and blue power LEDs are off. n When your HP Digital Entertainment Center is in standby mode (a reduced power state), the drive turns off. To disconnect your HP Personal Drive safely: 1 Close Media Center and all other programs that may be accessing your HP Personal Media Drive. 7 Disconnect the drive from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray at the bottom of the desktop. If this icon is hidden, click the arrows on the taskbar to display it. The Safely Remove Hardware window opens. 3 Double-click USB Mass Storage Device to locate your HP Personal Media Drive. USB Mass Storage Device may be listed twice. One may contain a memory card reader or other mass storage drive. click OK. This name of the drive may appear as Generic Volume, followed by the assigned drive letter. A Safe to Remove Hardware message appears in the system tray at the bottom of your desktop letting you know that the device is safe to disconnect. 5 Click Close. 6 Open the HP Personal Media Drive bay front panel door. Disconnecting the HP Personal Media Drive w To avoid hardware damage and data loss, always disconnect the drive safely, when it is not active. When the amber LED is blinking, the drive is active, saving or transferring data. Connecting the Network 125 Connecting the Network 4 Select the HP Personal Media Drive, and then 126 HP Digital Entertainment Center This chapter describes how to set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center software, including how to configure the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. When you complete the procedures in this chapter, you can use your HP Digital Entertainment Center in your home entertainment center. Refer to the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide. Chapter Contents: “Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time” on page 128 “Windows Welcome” on page 131 “Media Center First Run” on page 132 “Configuring Audio” on page 135 “Configuring Video” on page 140 n You should only perform the procedures in this chapter after all cables have been connected. “Configuring the System” on page 150 w Make sure you have followed all safety instructions for your HP Digital Entertainment Center, especially the important AC power information. See “Safety Information” on page 17. Initial Configuration 127 Initial Configuration Initial Configuration Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time Turn power on to all connected devices such as TV and audio equipment before turning on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Power on only after you have completed the full setup. To set up your system: ““Installing the Keyboard Batteries (Initial)” on page 128 “Initial Startup” on page 129 “Synchronizing the Keyboard” on page 130 “Required Setup” on page 132 “Optional Setup” on page 132 “If Your Connections Don’t Work” on page 133 “Adjusting the Front Panel Display Brightness” on page 134 Installing the Keyboard Batteries (Initial) The keyboard comes with batteries preinstalled. The batteries are fresh from the factory. 1 Turn the keyboard over. 2 Pull the tab. n Use only AA alkaline batteries in the keyboard. 128 HP Digital Entertainment Center After you have connected the equipment, you are ready to turn on the system. 1 Make sure the video and audio cables are 4 Press the On/Standby (power) button on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The system starts. connected before you turn on the TV and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 2 Turn on all connected system equipment, such as TVs, set-top boxes, and AV receivers. Power On On/Standby n Set the volume to mid-level on the AV receiver and on the TV. 3 Plug the HP Digital Entertainment Center AC power cable into a wall outlet. ■ Use a surge protector to prevent power surges or voltage spikes. 5 See “Synchronizing the Keyboard” on page 130. The display on the TV screen may not be optimized until after you set the display settings. Surge Protector Line Conditioner 110-240V 50-60Hz AC IN AUDIO OUT WIRELESS LAN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L AC Wall Outlet CENTER FRONT Y 802.11 a/b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER AUDIO R VIDEO DUAL TUNER S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN 75Ω COAXIAL HDTV / SDTV ANT. IN COAXIAL 10/ 100/ 1000 R AUDIO L S-VIDEO ATSC TUNER INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 ETHERNET 1 w Make sure you have followed all safety instructions for your HP Digital Entertainment Center, especially the important AC power information. See “Safety Information” on page 17. Initial Configuration 129 Initial Configuration Initial Startup Synchronizing the Keyboard Test the keyboard after the operating system is loaded. Move the trackball to see if the cursor moves. If the keyboard does not operate, you must synchronize the keyboard with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. To synchronize the keyboard: 1 After you have made all connections and have performed the initial startup procedure, make sure the HP Digital Entertainment Center is turned on. 2 Briefly press the Keyboard Connect button on the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel, behind the left door. The button will flash, indicating the system is ready to connect (synchronize) with the keyboard. 3 Press the red connect button once on the bottom of the keyboard. The front panel Keyboard Connect button flashes and stops, indicating a successful synchronization. IMPORTANT: If you press the button twice, you will need to repeat steps 1 through 4. 4 Test the keyboard. Move the trackball, and see if the cursor moves. 5 If the keyboard does not operate: a Check the batteries. b Repeat steps 1 through 4. On /Standby FRONT INPUT KEYBOARD CONNECT HP Digital Entertainment Center 1394 FRONT INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R DV IN S-VIDEO VIDEO KEYBOARD CONNECT 130 HP Digital Entertainment Center KEYBOARD CONNECT 1394 HEADPHONES MIC IN L AUDIO R DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN Windows Welcome Initial Configuration The system starts and displays the initial Microsoft® Windows® setup screen for the first power on only. You will need a mouse and keyboard to navigate the screens. To set up Windows for the first time: 1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the initial Microsoft Windows setup. 2 Click Next to set up your system. 3 Select your country/region and language in System Settings. Change is optional. Click Next. 4 Select your Time Zone. Change is optional. Click Next. 5 Read the terms and conditions of the End User’s License Agreement and if you agree, accept the terms and conditions. Click Next. 6 Select Automatic Updates. Click Next. 7 Name your system. Click Next. 8 Select Finish. 9 A countdown displays. a After the countdown the screen goes blank. b Do not turn off your system during this one time setup process. This takes approximately 8 to 10 minutes. 10 Windows restarts automatically. 11 After the system restarts, you will begin the Media Center first run. See “Media Center First Run” on page 132. Initial Setup Wait Time After you power up your system for the first time and complete the initial setup, you will see a welcome screen. This welcome screen will be displayed for one to three minutes, without any visible sign of system activity. During this period, your system is completing your account setup and should not be interrupted. Please do not power off while the welcome screen is displayed. After it completes, the desktop will be displayed and the Media Center Setup Wizard will automatically launch. Initial Configuration 131 Media Center First Run The initial Media Center setup wizard consists of required setup and the optional setup. Required Setup The system displays the initial Media Center setup wizard for the first power on or until the Media Center setup is completed. The wizard includes steps for your network or broadband connections. Connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your wired network or broadband connections before you press the On/Standby button. n To set up Media Center for the first time: 1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the initial Media Center startup wizard. These instructions include choosing: ■ How Media Center connects to the Internet. ■ How to join a wireless network, if you have one. ■ How to join an existing (wired) network, if you have one. 2 The wizard sets up the required components. To continue, set up optional components as required. See “Optional Setup” on page 132. When Media Center is open, you can press F1 on the keyboard to open Media Center Help. Optional Setup This procedure for optional components within the Media Center wizard can be completed at any time; you can define or change these settings using the Media Center settings. In this portion of the Media Center wizard, you will: ■ Configure tuners, TV signal, and Television Program Guide information. ■ Select and adjust Media Center display settings. 132 HP Digital Entertainment Center ■ Set up speakers. ■ Teach the HP Digital Entertainment Center to control your cable TV or satellite receiver set-top box. 1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the Media Center Optional Components startup wizard. 2 Confirm your country/region. 3 Set up the TV signal, manually or automatically. Make sure a TV source is connected. The wizard scans for signals if you select automatic. It also sets up a set-top box. 6 Choose the number of speakers you have. You can also test the speakers. 7 If you selected 5.1 or 7.1 speakers, or if you are using S/PDIF (digital), you must set the DVD player speaker settings. See “Configuring audio for the DVD player” on page 139. 4 Set up and download the Television Program Guide. n You need your ZIP or postal code. 5 Choose and, if needed, adjust the display settings. When Media Center is open, you can press F1 on the keyboard to open Media Center Help. If Your Connections Don’t Work You can use Media Center wizards to walk you through the connection process: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click Settings. 3 Click one of the following topics: ■ General ■ TV ■ Pictures ■ Music ■ DVD ■ Messenger and Caller ID ■ Radio ■ Help 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. 5 If you cannot connect to the Internet, the wizard displays automatically. Initial Configuration 133 Initial Configuration To set up optional components in Media Center: Adjusting the Front Panel Display Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel media info display. This setting does not control the brightness of the On/Standby (power) button or Media Center mode status LEDs. To adjust the front panel display brightness: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then Front Panel. 3 Select Auto Adjustment or Manual Adjustment. Auto Adjustment changes the display brightness based on the room light level. 4 Change front panel brightness manually by selecting the + (plus) and – (minus) symbols. 5 Click Save. 134 HP Digital Entertainment Center You may have to optimize your HP Digital Entertainment Center audio configuration to get the best sound on your audio system. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. See: “Connecting Headphones” on page 135 “Connecting a Microphone” on page 135 “Adjusting the Volume” on page 136 “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138 Connecting Headphones Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with a headphones connector (1/4 inch [6.5 mm]) on the front panel. You can connect a mini plug adapter (sold separately) into the 1/4 inch (6.5 mm) plug to use 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack headphones. HP Digital Entertainment Center The Audio Out speakers are muted when you plug in the headphones, but S/PDIF does not mute. Connecting a Microphone Your HP Digital Entertainment Center has a microphone connector on the front panel. HP Digital Entertainment Center Initial Configuration 135 Initial Configuration Configuring Audio Selecting recording devices To select a sound recording device: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose Control Panel. 3 Click Sounds and Audio Devices (or Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices). The Sounds and Audio Devices window opens. 5 In the Sound Recording area, click the Volume button, and then choose the source for sound recording. 6 Click OK. 7 Close the window. 4 Click the Audio tab. The window opens. This window is easier to read on a monitor. You can lower the display resolution to read the window. You will need the keyboard and mouse. n Audio distortion may occur if recording volume is set too high. Adjusting the Volume To adjust speaker volume, use the: ■ Remote control ■ TV ■ AV receiver ■ Buttons on the keyboard ■ Volume knob on the speakers ■ Volume knob on the subwoofer ■ Volume knob on the monitor (if connected) ■ Volume controls within a program, such as the volume buttons on the Media Center navigation bar or on the remote control ■ Volume icon on the taskbar Double-click and adjust the volume. 136 HP Digital Entertainment Center w Ensure that the mute box is not checked. Some applications may play back at low volume, even when the volume knob is turned to the maximum position. If this is the case, double-click the Volume icon on the taskbar and increase the volume. Locating the volume icon Initial Configuration If you do not see the Volume icon on the taskbar: 1 Click Start, and then Control Panel. Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, if it is available. 2 Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices. The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window opens. This window is easier to read on a monitor. You can lower the display resolution to read the window. You will need the keyboard and mouse. n Volume cannot be controlled from the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control if the S/PDIF digital audio out connects to your AV receiver. Control the sound from your AV receiver. 3 Click the Volume tab. Place a check in the Place volume icon in the taskbar check box. 4 Click Apply, and then click OK. The Volume icon appears in the taskbar. Initial Configuration 137 Configuring Audio Output You must adjust the audio settings in two places after you have installed and connected the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your audio system. Configure both the Media Center speaker settings and audio for the DVD player. The following table shows which procedures to perform for your audio system. If you set up speakers using the Media Center Optional Components wizard, then set up the audio for the DVD player only. Media Center speaker settings (TV Audio) DVD audio setting Procedure 2 (default) 2 speakers; Dolby Surround Compatible (default) Default, no audio output configuration required. 5.1 5.1 Change settings. See “Configuring audio for Media Center” on page 139 and “Configuring audio for the DVD player” on page 139. 7.1 7.1 Change settings. See “Configuring audio for Media Center” on page 139 and “Configuring audio for the DVD player” on page 139. Digital Audio S/PDIF on (default) Digital Audio S/PDIF off (default) Change settings. See “Configuring audio for the DVD player” on page 139. 138 HP Digital Entertainment Center If you use digital audio, the Media Center S/PDIF default setting is on, but the DVD Player S/PDIF default setting is OFF. You must change the DVD S/PDIF default setting to ON to hear all channels in DVD digital audio. To configure multichannel audio output for Media Center audio: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. n You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click Settings, General, Media Center Setup, and then Setup your Speakers. The Speaker Setup screen displays. 3 Click Next. 4 Under Specify how many speakers you have, select the speaker number that matches your system. For example, select 5.1. Click Next. Reduce the volume level before changing channels. Exercise particular caution when changing from ATSC to NTSC channels. Your analog NTSC channel audio levels may be noticeably higher than your SD/HDTV channel audio levels. The channel sound volume is controlled by the content provider. 5 Select the type of cable that connects your Media n Center audio receiver. For example, select Mini plug (analog). Click Next. 6 Select Test. If you hear tones from all your speakers, click Next. If you do not hear tones from all your speakers, follow the onscreen instructions. If your speaker configuration is not displayed, click the Sound Effect (speaker) icon in the desktop system tray. 7 Click Finish. Configuring audio for the DVD player To configure multichannel audio output for the Media Center DVD playback: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click Settings, DVD, and then Audio. 3 Select how many speakers you have under Speaker Environment. Select your Output Mode, and Audio Channel Expander, if needed. Set sound output to match your speaker system. For example, select 5.1 for analog audio connections. If you have a digital audio connection, select S/PDIF. Initial Configuration 139 Initial Configuration Configuring audio for Media Center Configuring Video You may have to optimize your HP Digital Entertainment Center video configuration to get the best image on your TV/display screen. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. See: “Configuring Video Output” on page 140 “Dual screen” on page 140 “Adjusting the Desktop Display” on page 143 “Finding ATSC HDTV and Standard TV Channels” on page 148 “Tuning the Desktop Display” on page 148 Configuring Video Output You can configure your HP Digital Entertainment Center video for dual-display. For instance, you can view the screen on your TV and your monitor if both are connected. You can also set up additional displays. See “Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 68 to connect your TV and monitor. If you have a multichannel sound system, and the broadcast is only 2-channel, you may not hear all the sound; you may need to change your audio settings to 2.0/2.1. Then change the settings back for multichannel broadcasts. Video software can change periodically; check HP Support for updates. Go to http://www.hp.com/support and select your model number. n Your TV and monitor must be connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center before turning on the power to see the display on two screens. Dual screen The HP Digital Entertainment Center can connect more than one display device (CRT monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, and so on) to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The display defaults to the monitor after turn on if you have two displays connected. You must set up the TV manually. This is also called “cloning”. The screen resolution may change if you switch to two displays. See “Viewing the screen image on a second display” on page 141. 140 HP Digital Entertainment Center Changing screens Once you have connected a second display and your display is set to Single Display mode, you can quickly switch between displays by pressing Alt+F5. (Press the Alt key and the F5 key on the keyboard at the same time.) Each time you press the Alt+F5 key combination, the HP Digital Entertainment Center desktop appears on the next device. If Alt+F5 does not work, restart the HP Digital Entertainment Center and try again. Viewing the screen image on a second display 1 Make sure the video and audio cables are Initial Configuration To view your screen image on a second TV or monitor: 6 Click Run multiple display wizard. connected before you turn on the TV or monitor, and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 2 Turn on the TV or monitor. Press the Video/TV button on the TV remote control to select the Video input. 3 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 4 Right-click on the desktop, and click NVIDIA Control Panel in the dialog box. 5 When the NVIDIA Control Panel window opens, click the Display category. . 7 Select the definition type for your HDTV, and then click Next. Control Panel window 8 Select Dual View to set up an extended desktop between two displays where each display has a separate resolution, color depth and refresh rate. Click Apply and go to step 9. Or Select Clone to show the same information on two displays. Click Apply and go to step 10. Initial Configuration 141 9 Select the screen resolution for the secondary display by clicking the drop-down arrow. 10 Click Preview to see how the display appears. 11 Click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting. 12 Click Finish to complete the wizard. Disabling the dual screen option When you want to disconnect the TV from the HP Digital Entertainment Center, you may need to disable the dual screen option to return your HP Digital Entertainment Center display to its original resolution. To disable the TV or monitor dual screen option and view your HP Digital Entertainment Center image on the original display: 1 Right-click on the desktop, and click NVIDIA Control Panel in the dialog box. 2 When NVIDIA Control Panel window opens, click the Display category. 3 Select Only use one display (Single). 142 HP Digital Entertainment Center 4 Click the drop-down arrow and select the display you want to use, and then click Apply. Disconnecting the TV 1 Disable the TV option. See “Disabling the dual Initial Configuration To disconnect the TV: 3 Remove the video cable from the HP Digital screen option” on page 142. Entertainment Center Video Out and TV In. 2 Turn off the TV and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Adjusting the Desktop Display Some tasks on the HP Digital Entertainment Center require that you leave Media Center and use the Windows XP desktop. Because Windows XP is not specifically designed for TV, some messages and dialogs on the desktop may be difficult to read on some TVs. Increasing the display resolution can make messages and dialogs easier to read by enlarging the text. Lowering the display resolution can make messages and dialogs harder to read. This procedure is an example only and may vary depending on your TV/display type, supported formats, and video out connections. You may have to perform the procedure more than once to optimize the image. You can adjust the display using: ■ The Media Center wizard. See “Adjusting the Display in Media Center” on page 144. Or ■ From the desktop. See “Adjusting the Display from the Desktop” on page 145. n You may have to perform this procedure before and after playing a commercial DVD video in component video, due to copy protection measures. w This setup procedure is advanced. Knowledge of video concepts and computer terms is helpful. Follow the steps carefully. Your TV/ display may require settings and configurations different than those listed in the following procedures. Initial Configuration 143 Adjusting the Display in Media Center Before you begin, verify that the video equipment is properly connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center and turned on, and ensure that your TV screen is set to normal mode (not letter-box, wide, or re-sized). n Refer to the TV/Display Setup Guide for more detailed information about adjusting the Display. To adjust the video settings in Media Center: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then Video Settings. 3 Click Display/Connection Wizard. 4 Verify that the video equipment is properly connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center and turned on. Click Next. n You may also need to perform the HDTV Overscan procedure, depending on the type of TV/display and video connection. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions. The options vary depending on which Video Out connection you use (HDMI, VGA, or component). 144 HP Digital Entertainment Center You may have to perform the Adjusting the Desktop Display procedure before and after playing a commercial DVD video in component video, due to copy protection measures. To play a commercial DVD video in component video, the resolution format must be set to 480i or 480p. The DVD will not play after it is inserted into the drive, and you may see an error message when you try to play the DVD in component video and the resolution format is set above 480i or 480p. To play a commercial DVD video, in component video, in Media Center: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then Video Settings. 3 Click DVD Mode (480p). (Select this mode only if your TV supports 480p mode.) n You may have to perform the “Adjusting the Desktop Display” procedure before and after playing a commercial DVD video in component video, due to copy protection measures. 4 After playing the commercial DVD video in component video, perform the Adjusting the Desktop Display procedure to return the desktop image and Media Center to a higher resolution format. See “Adjusting the Desktop Display” on page 143. Adjusting the Display from the Desktop You can also use the following procedures to adjust the TV video settings. These procedures are examples only and may vary depending on your TV/display type, supported formats, and video out connections. You may have to perform the procedure more than once to optimize the image. Before you begin, verify that the video equipment is properly connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center and turned on, and ensure that your TV screen is set to normal mode (not letter-box, wide or re-sized). You can use this window to adjust the TV video image in component video out. This window is not available for single displays in HDMI, DVI, or VGA video out. Use the Media Center HP Settings wizard to adjust these displays. Initial Configuration 145 Initial Configuration DVD Playback To adjust the video settings from the Windows desktop: 1 Right-click on the desktop, and click NVIDIA Control Panel in the dialog box. 2 When NVIDIA Control Panel window opens, click the Video & Television category. 4 Select your options a Select the display you want to change. b Select the connector you want to use. c Select the signal format to a type that is supported by your TV. (For commercial DVD playback in component video, select: 480i or 480p.) 3 Select Change the signal or HD format. 5 Click Apply and then click Yes to save changes. 6 Perform HDTV Overscan Configuration, as required. See “HDTV Overscan Configuration” on page 147. The HDTV Overscan Configuration window may open, depending on the type of TV/display and video connection. 146 HP Digital Entertainment Center To use underscan to show the entire Windows desktop: 1 Right click on the desktop, select NVIDIA Control Panel. 2 Click Video & Television. 3 Click Resize or pan HDTV desktop. This 5 Move the horizontal and vertical scroll bars in the center of the window to adjust the size of your desktop display. option does not appear when the resolution is set below 720. 6 Click OK to save the changes. 4 If you have more than one display connected to your HP Digital Entertainment Center: a Select the TV you want to change b Select the Resize my desktop option. c n You cannot use HDTV Overscan Configuration for 480i or 480p. HP recommends that you use 720i/p or 1080i to avoid overscan issues. Click the Resize Desktop button. Initial Configuration 147 Initial Configuration HDTV Overscan Configuration Finding ATSC HDTV and Standard TV Channels (Select models only) After you complete the Media Center and Digital TV setup wizards and then download your TV Program Guide, the Media Center TV Program Guide may display incorrect ATSC DTV channels. Some channels may have an incorrect channel number and other channels may not be displayed at all. These HDTV channels may be available in your area, but they may not be listed in the Media Center TV Program Guide. To view or record HDTV content, you need an HP Digital Entertainment Center with ATSC tuner (included) and UHF/VHF antenna (sold separately). A more complete ATSC TV channel guide may be available from third party providers, such as Titan TV. For more information, see the Media Center Online Spotlight. Broadcasters sometimes use two channels: one for Standard TV (NTSC) and one for HDTV (ATSC DTV). An HDTV channel can broadcast several programs at the same time. n Tuning the Desktop Display The HP Digital Entertainment Center desktop default screen resolution is 800 by 600 pixels. In the default format, the Windows desktop on your TV/display screen may show a black border around it. You may also see that the video image is larger than your TV/display (overscan). 148 HP Digital Entertainment Center w Only advanced users should attempt to perform this procedure. If you cannot see a screen image, go to http://www.hp.com/support and select your model number for detailed information on advanced video setup. To adjust the video settings from the Windows desktop: 1 Right-click on the desktop, and click NVIDIA Control Panel in the dialog box. 2 When NVIDIA Control Panel window opens, click the Video & Television category. 6 Click the Home icon in the taskbar. 7 Click the Video & Television category. 8 If you are using a Component Video Out connection with your display, select Adjust television color settings. Move the Brightness and Contrast slider bars to adjust the color settings. 3 Select Change the signal or HD format. 4 Select your options a Select the display you want to change. Or b Select the connector you want to use. If you are using a VGA, DVI, or HDMI Video Out connection with your display, select Adjust video color settings. Move the slider bars to adjust your color settings. c Select the signal format to a type that is supported by your TV. (For commercial DVD playback in component video, select: 480i or 480p.) 9 Click Apply. 5 Click Apply and then click Yes to save changes. 10 Close the Adjust Video Color Settings window. Initial Configuration 149 Initial Configuration Adjusting the Video Image Configuring the System You can customize your HP Digital Entertainment Center system settings. See: “Configuring the Keyboard Buttons” on page 150 “Registering with HP” on page 151 “Setting Up Virus Protection” on page 151 “Transferring Information from Your Old PC to Your HP Digital Entertainment Center” on page 152 “Installing Software” on page 153 “Utility Programs” on page 153 Configuring the Keyboard Buttons You can configure some of your HP Digital Entertainment Center shortcut keyboard buttons. 1 Click Start on the taskbar, choose Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is available. 2 Double-click Keyboard. 3 In the Keyboard Properties window that opens, click the Buttons tab. 4 Double-click the button you want to change. 5 Choose the button capability from the drop-down list. Enter the Display label and Address information. ■ 150 For a Web site, enter the complete Web site URL in the Address box. Example: http://www.hp.com/support HP Digital Entertainment Center 6 Click OK. 7 On the Buttons tab, click Apply. Repeat steps 4 through 6 for other buttons. 8 Click OK when you are finished. To register with HP to receive changes, updates, and support: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs, HP Support, and then 3 Follow onscreen instructions, using the keyboard and trackball. You can also register with HP in the following ways: ■ Double-click the registration icon on your desktop, and follow onscreen instructions. ■ Register online at: Register Now. http://register.hp.com Setting Up Virus Protection You should use virus protection if you connect to the Internet. Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with a free, six-month subscription with Norton Internet Security software. Changing the Virus Scan Time for Your Norton Internet Security Program After you set up this program, the scan time is set for Monday at 4:00 p.m. If you want to reset this time, complete the following procedure. To change the Norton Internet Security scan time: 4 On the left side of the main window, select Scans. 1 Set up Norton Internet Security program by following the onscreen instructions when prompted. 2 Double-click the Norton Internet Security icon in the system tray to open the Norton AntiVirus program. 3 On the left side of the window, click Norton AntiVirus. Initial Configuration 151 Initial Configuration Registering with HP 5 Click the Schedule icon next to Run a Full Scan. 6 Change schedule options by clicking the drop-down arrows, and then click OK to save your changes. n If the PC is in Standby mode, the Norton Internet Security program does not perform a scheduled antivirus scan. w Performing an antivirus scan during a scheduled Media Center recording can result in failed recordings. Transferring Information from Your Old PC to Your HP Digital Entertainment Center See the built-in Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center; search for transfer wizard and select the overview article, Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Overview. This information describes a Microsoft solution for moving your files to your new HP Digital Entertainment Center. 152 HP Digital Entertainment Center After you turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center the first time and then restart it, you can install any additional software programs that came on CDs or DVDs included in the HP Digital Entertainment Center box (select models only). Choose software that is compatible with your HP Digital Entertainment Center; check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed for the new software for compatibility with your HP Digital Entertainment Center. You may wish to install additional software programs or hardware devices on your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Restart the HP Digital Entertainment Center after installation. Install the new software according to the directions provided by the software manufacturer. Check the manufacturer’s documentation or customer service information for help if you need it. Utility Programs HP Settings HP provides special utility programs in the HP Digital Entertainment Center Media Center that configure the desktop display, adjust front panel brightness, and setup the HP Personal Media Drive. To use Media Center utility programs: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs and then HP Settings. 3 Select a program or folder: ■ Front Panel ■ HP Media Drive ■ Video Settings Initial Configuration 153 Initial Configuration Installing Software System utilities HP provides special utility programs in the PC Help & Tools folder that display support information and initiate Application or System Recovery. To use utility programs: 1 Click Start, choose All Programs, and then PC Help & Tools. 2 Select a program or folder: ■ HP Application Recovery ■ HP Support Information ■ HP PC System Recovery ■ PC Doctor ■ System Restore Using Standby Mode and Quick Resume Mode You can use both Standby and Quick Resume modes to save power when the HP Digital Entertainment Center is not in use. There are some differences between these settings which are outlined in the following sections. What is Standby Mode? When the HP Digital Entertainment Center is in Standby mode: ■ The display is turned off, audio is muted, the fan and the hard disk are turned off, and the PC is set to a minimal power setting. ■ The PC can automatically return to a full-powered state and record a scheduled TV program. ■ The desktop can be displayed after several seconds when you press the sleep button on your remote control. 154 HP Digital Entertainment Center You can have both Standby mode set and Quick Resume mode enabled so that after a determined time-out period, the PC reverts to Standby mode which places the PC in a reduced power state. If you have both Standby mode and Quick Resume mode set, Standby mode will override Quick Resume mode unless the TV tuner is active (for example, recording or playing a live TV). The PC does not time-out to Standby mode; it remains in Quick Resume mode and the fan remains running. When the HP Digital Entertainment Center is in Quick Resume mode: ■ The display is turned off, audio is muted, and the PC is kept fully operational but in a reduced-power setting. ■ The PC can still perform tasks such as recording scheduled TV programs or stream video and music files. ■ The PC fan is always running. ■ The desktop can be displayed almost instantly when you press the sleep button on your remote control. Changing the Standby Mode Power Setting Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with the Standby mode set to 25 minutes of inactivity by default. To change Standby mode settings: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 5 Select the Power Schemes tab. 2 Click Control Panel. 6 Select your settings by clicking the drop-down 3 Click Performance and Maintenance. 4 Click Power Options. arrows. 7 Click OK. 8 Restart the PC for the power settings to take effect. Enabling the Quick Resume Mode Power Setting Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with the Quick Resume mode disabled by default. To enable the Quick Resume mode: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 4 Click Power Options. 2 Click Control Panel. 5 Select the Quick Resume tab. 3 Click Performance and Maintenance. Initial Configuration 155 Initial Configuration What is Quick Resume Mode? 6 Place a check mark in the Enable Quick Resume mode check box. 8 Click OK. 9 Restart the PC for the power settings to take effect. n Selecting the option Return the computer from Quick Resume mode on mouse or keyboard activity is not recommended, as this resumes the PC out of Quick Resume mode if the keyboard or trackball is slightly moved. 7 Under Options you can place a check mark next to the following options: Return the computer from Quick Resume mode on mouse or keyboard activity Or Prompt for password when the computer returns from Quick Resume mode 156 HP Digital Entertainment Center After you have enabled Quick Resume mode in the Control Panel, you can activate or wake the PC from Quick Resume mode by pressing the Power button on your HP Digital Entertainment Center, or by pressing the standby button on the keyboard or remote control. The optimization utility is designed to keep your HP Digital Entertainment Center running smoothly if Media Center is left open for long periods of time. Media Center can be left open because of various scheduled TV recordings or because the PC enters Standby or Quick Resume mode while Media Center is still open. During an optimization, Media Center automatically closes and then opens at a scheduled time if there has not been any activity in Media Center for 30 minutes. If it cannot be performed, the optimization is skipped until the next scheduled time. n Optimization is skipped if a CD is being recorded, media is being downloaded from the Internet, or if any media except Live TV is playing, paused, or stopped. To enable the Media Center optimization utility: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Click Media Center. 3 Select Settings, General, and then select Optimization. 4 Place a check next to Perform Optimization to enable the optimization utility. 5 Enter the time you want the optimization to occur by using your keyboard or your remote control. 6 Select Save. Initial Configuration 157 Initial Configuration Using the Media Center Optimization Utility 158 HP Digital Entertainment Center Troubleshooting This section contains possible solutions for some problems you may be experiencing with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Chapter Contents: To solve audio problems, see “Audio” on page 160. To solve video problems, see “Video” on page 162. To solve system problems, see “System” on page 164. Troubleshooting For other sources of information, see “Getting Help” on page 170. Troubleshooting 159 Problems and Solutions Audio Find the description that most closely matches your audio problem, and try the corresponding solution. Problem Solution I don’t have sound from my speakers. ■ Use active, powered speakers or speakers with an amplifier. ■ Verify sound cable connections. ■ Check Volume and Mute settings. See “Adjusting the Volume” on page 136. ■ Reconfigure the software for surround sound. See “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138. ■ Reinstall the sound card drivers by using Application Recovery. See the Warranty and Support Guide that came with your HP Digital Entertainment Center. I have low volume sound from my speakers. ■ Check volume and mute settings. See “Adjusting the Volume” on page 136. ■ Some programs may result in low volume, even when the volume setting within the program is turned to the maximum position. If this is the case, double-click the Volume icon on the taskbar and increase volume. My TV audio volume increases or decreases when I change channels. Reduce the volume level before changing channels. Exercise particular caution when changing from ATSC to NTSC channels. Your analog NTSC channel audio levels may be noticeably higher than your SD/HDTV channel audio levels. The channel sound volume is controlled by the content provider. 160 HP Digital Entertainment Center Solution The HP Digital Entertainment Center doesn’t make any sound. ■ Check that the AV receiver or powered speakers are turned on and are set to the proper input. ■ Increase the volume on the AV receiver or the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control. ■ Press the Mute button on the HP Digital Entertainment Center keyboard or on the remote control to see if the Mute feature is turned on. ■ Use the keyboard controls to increase the volume. ■ Click the Volume icon on the Windows taskbar. Increase the volume, and make sure the Mute box is not checked. ■ Double-click the Volume icon on the Windows taskbar. The Play Control window opens. Make sure none of the Mute check boxes are selected. Adjust the volume slide bars to increase volume. ■ If your speakers have a Power button, check whether it is turned on and whether the power supply is connected to the power source. ■ Check the speaker connections. ■ Remove any connected headphones. Surround sound isn’t working. Troubleshooting Problem (continued) See “Configuring Audio Output” on page 138. Troubleshooting 161 Video Find the description that most closely matches your problem, and try the corresponding solution. Problem Solution I am using a TV with the HP Digital Entertainment Center, but I cannot see anything. ■ Check that the correct input source is selected on the TV. ■ Check that the TV is connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Video Out to TV” on page 63. ■ Check that the TV Out image is enabled. See “Configuring Video” on page 140. I cannot see anything on the TV. I can hear it, though. ■ If the Video Output S-video and composite connections are not connected to a TV or Video Input when the HP Digital Entertainment Center is turned on, the S-video and composite jacks will turn off automatically. You must turn off, by pressing and holding down the On/Standby (power) button for 4 seconds, and restart your HP Digital Entertainment Center to ensure Video Out connection to your TV or AV receiver. ■ Check your input switches. My HDTV displays a distorted screen instead of a blank screen (blue or dark). The screen may be cropped or display dark borders. ■ Refer to http://www.hp.com/support for additional information on adjusting the display or updating the drivers. ■ If you see a blank screen, you cannot perform recovery or certain activities with HDMI. Change your Video Out connection to VGA, recover your system, and then reconnect the HDMI connection. ■ Connect a monitor to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 68. The HP Digital Entertainment Center doesn’t recognize my digital video camera. See “Recognizing the digital video camcorder” on page 111. 162 HP Digital Entertainment Center Solution My remote control doesn’t work. ■ Check that the remote control indicator light on the remote lights up when you press a button. If it does not, replace the batteries. ■ Make sure that the batteries for the remote control are charged and installed correctly. ■ Make sure the front of the remote sensor on the HP Digital Entertainment Center is not blocked (behind display window). ■ Point the remote control at the HP Digital Entertainment Center (not at the TV) within a 45-degree angle range, and less than 26 feet (8 meters) away. ■ If a pressed key repeats itself (or sticks), try altering the lighting conditions in the room or moving the location of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. ■ Press the Enter button on the remote control after changing a channel. ■ Point the remote control toward the remote sensor, and press a button. A faint red light should appear on the remote sensor. If the light appears, then the problem is probably in the Media Center software. Close Media Center, restart the HP Digital Entertainment Center, and then open Media Center again. ■ If the remote control works in Media Center but not when changing channels, you need to reconfigure the Media Center software settings for the cable set-top box or satellite receiver. Refer to the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide. My remote sensor is not receiving a signal from the remote control. If a faint red light does not appear when you point the remote control at the front panel remote sensor and press a button, try the following: ■ Check that the remote control indicator light on the remote lights up when you press a button. If it does not, replace the batteries. Or 1 Click Start on the desktop, right-click My Computer, and then select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus (+) sign next to Universal Serial Bus Controllers. 4 If the eHome Infrared Receiver is listed under Universal Serial Bus Controllers, Windows is properly detecting the IR receiver. If it is not listed, go to the next step. 5 Turn off the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Remove all external USB devices. Remove the power cord for 30 seconds. Then reconnect external devices and power. Repeat steps 1–4. Troubleshooting 163 Troubleshooting Problem (continued) System Find the description that most closely matches your problem, and try the corresponding solution. Problem Solution My HP Digital Entertainment Center won’t turn on at all. ■ When you press the On button on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center, the following events should happen: a The HP On/Standby (power) button should light and the front display should light up. b The hard disk drive and fans spin. c ■ The HP Digital Entertainment Center makes one beep, indicating it is operating properly. If the HP Digital Entertainment Center doesn’t go through the previous procedure, check the following: a The power cord and all cables are securely plugged into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. b The power cord is plugged into a grounded outlet. Check to see whether the outlet works by plugging another item into it. c Look inside the rear fan. If you see a green LED, then AC power is available. d The TV or monitor is connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, plugged in, and turned on. e Make sure that the HP Digital Entertainment Center is not too hot, and that vents are not blocked. I installed a new printer or other device, and it won’t work. 164 ■ Be sure that you installed the device drivers that came with the new device. ■ You may need an updated driver for Windows XP. For non-HP peripherals, contact the vendor directly. For HP peripherals, visit the HP Web site. Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide for details. HP Digital Entertainment Center Problem (continued) Solution The HP Digital Entertainment Center (or part of it) doesn’t seem to be working. ■ The HP Digital Entertainment Center is in standby mode (the On button power indicator light is solid amber). Press the Standby button on the keyboard or the Standby button on the remote control to turn on the unit. ■ Make sure the keyboard syncs with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Synchronizing the Keyboard” on page 130. ■ Try restarting the HP Digital Entertainment Center as follows: n b Click Turn Off Computer. c ■ Click Restart. If the HP Digital Entertainment Center shows no response to mouse or keyboard actions, reset the HP Digital Entertainment Center: a Press and hold the On button for more than 4 seconds until the HP Digital Entertainment Center turns off. b Wait a few seconds, and turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center back on. ■ A software program, software driver, or the operating system software may be corrupted, erased, or damaged. You can use Application Recovery or System Recovery to reinstall the software. Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide that came with your HP Digital Entertainment Center. ■ It’s possible that a voltage spike, power outage, or brownout has occurred. Symptoms of voltage spikes include a flickering video display, unexpected HP Digital Entertainment Center startups, and the HP Digital Entertainment Center not responding to your commands. A voltage spike can occasionally corrupt or destroy files, so it is a good idea to consistently make backup copies of your data files. Prevent voltage spikes by installing a surge suppressor between the power outlet and the HP Digital Entertainment Center power cord. Troubleshooting 165 Troubleshooting Using the On button to reset the HP Digital Entertainment Center is not recommended and should be used only as a last resort. a Click Start on the taskbar. Problem (continued) Solution When I push one of the special or multimedia buttons on the keyboard, nothing happens. ■ Check that the standard keyboard keys and mouse work properly. Or ■ Check the button configuration. To configure the button: 1 2 3 4 5 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is available. Double-click Keyboard. In the Keyboard Properties window that opens, click the Buttons tab. Double-click the button you want to change. The button configuration window opens. 6 Choose the button capability from the drop-down list. Enter the Display label and the Address information. (For a Web site, enter the complete Web site URL in the Address box.) 7 Click OK and then on the Buttons tab, click Apply. 8 Repeat steps 5 through 7 for each button you want to configure. 9 Click OK when you are finished configuring the keyboard. My keyboard or the trackball doesn’t work even though the HP Digital Entertainment Center and TV or monitor seem to work. ■ Make sure the trackball is clean. If the trackball stops moving easily, the trackball and rollers probably require cleaning. a Rotate the trackball-cover ring counter-clockwise to remove the ring and release the trackball. b Rinse the trackball with soap and warm water. c Clean the rollers inside the HP Digital Entertainment Center with a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol. d Replace the trackball and the trackball-cover ring. ■ Make sure the keyboard syncs with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Synchronizing the Keyboard” on page 130. ■ Try restarting the HP Digital Entertainment Center as follows: a Click Start on the taskbar. b Click Turn Off Computer. c 166 HP Digital Entertainment Center Click Restart. Problem (continued) Solution The TV or monitor doesn’t work, even though the HP Digital Entertainment Center appears to. ■ Make sure the TV or monitor is turned on — it has its own Power button. ■ Make sure the proper TV or monitor input is selected. ■ Check the cable connection between the monitor and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The cable connectors must be pushed in all the way prior to powering on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. ■ Ensure that the cables to your monitor and your TV connect to the Video Out connectors on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. ■ Make sure the monitor power cord is plugged into a grounded outlet. Check to see whether the outlet works by plugging another item into it. (If the light on the front of the monitor is lit, the monitor is getting power.) ■ Try restarting the HP Digital Entertainment Center as follows: a Click Start on the taskbar. c ■ Click Restart. Adjust the brightness and contrast controls on the monitor. My software stopped working. Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide that came with your HP Digital Entertainment Center to reinstall a software program. If your program came on a CD, follow the instructions that came with the software to reinstall it. I cannot remove a CD or DVD. You cannot remove a CD or DVD after you have turned off the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center, and press the Eject button to extend the tray. Troubleshooting 167 Troubleshooting b Click Turn Off Computer. Problem (continued) Solution The memory card reader won’t read my memory cards. ■ The memory card reader is a device that uses the Safely Remove Hardware task. This appears as a Windows system tray icon next to the time. Do not click Stop in the Safely Remove Hardware window. If you do click Stop, the drive is disconnected. If this happens, restart the HP Digital Entertainment Center. ■ Do not insert or remove memory cards when the in-use light is flashing. To do so may cause data loss, or it may permanently damage the card reader. ■ Format a memory card before you use it. Click Start, and then click My Computer. Under Removable Storage, right-click the memory card icon and select Format. Click Start. Click OK on the Format Complete Window, and then click Close to finish. ■ Some cards have a read/write or security switch on the card. Make sure the read/write switch is set to Write Enabled before attempting to write data to it. ■ Make sure the amount of data you are storing has not exceeded the storage limit of the card. ■ Make sure the memory card is one of the supported types: CompactFlash I/II and Microdrive, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, MultiMedia, Secure Digital, SmartMedia, or /xD. ■ Make sure the memory card is fully inserted into the correct slot. ■ Remove the memory card when the light is not flashing, and shine a flashlight into the empty slot. If any of the pins are bent, have the HP Digital Entertainment Center serviced if a pin is touching another pin. ■ Inspect the ends of the memory cards for dirt or material closing a hole or spoiling a metal contact. Clean the contacts with a lint-free cloth and small amounts of isopropyl alcohol. Replace the memory card if necessary. ■ Your file may be corrupt or in an unsupported format. Open the video file in a video editor such as WinDVD Creator, and then resave the file in a supported format. ■ There may be a problem with the codec. For more information, look in Windows Media Player Help, and then search for codec. My video is experiencing errors. Codec errors are occurring when I play certain files. 168 Codec is an abbreviation for compressor-decompressor. A codec is software or hardware used to compress and decompress digital media. If you get a codec error when playing an audio file, open the file in Windows Media Player. Configure Windows Media Player to automatically download codecs. You must be connected to the Internet to download the codec file. HP Digital Entertainment Center Solution My DVD won’t play. ■ You can put data files on a DVD to store them or transfer them to another HP Digital Entertainment Center. However, data files on a DVD do not play in a DVD player. Rerecord your files to a file format that can be read by some DVD players. ■ If you are using component video output, you may need to change the configuration. See “Component Video Settings” on page 60. Refer to http://www.hp.com/support for additional information on using component video. ■ Check your DVD country/region. My DVD won’t play a DVD audio disk. This format is not supported by the DVD player. I keep running out of disk space. ■ Burn some big files to DVD and remove them from your hard disk drive. ■ Upgrade your hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is user replaceable. I am getting disk errors. ■ Run disk recovery. ■ Replace your hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is user replaceable. My music files don’t appear in the Media Library. ■ Make sure you use Windows Media Player to add your music files to the Media Library. ■ Check whether the Windows Media Player setting for access rights of other applications is set to No access. It must be set to Read only or Full access for your music files to appear. Refer to Windows Media Player Help for more information ■ Use supported audio file formats. Refer to the HP Tunes library. n If you need more information about using or troubleshooting Media Center, refer to the Media Center online Help or Help and Support in the Start menu. Troubleshooting 169 Troubleshooting Problem (continued) Getting Help Help and Support Center For help, press the Help button on your keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar and select Help and Support. The Help and Support Center is onscreen Help information about your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Here you can find: ■ Links to reinstall drivers. ■ Access to technical support options. ■ Answers to commonly asked questions about your HP Digital Entertainment Center. To open the Help and Support Center: 1 Press the Help button on your keyboard (the ? button). Or Start Media Center. Click the Help (?) icon at the top left of the screen. Or Click Start on the taskbar, and click Help and Support. HP Support HP Support provides important support information about your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Here you can find: ■ Your product number, model number, and serial number. ■ Registration information and link (monitor, keyboard, and mouse recommended). ■ Where to find more information about your HP Digital Entertainment Center. ■ An HP Digital Entertainment Center hardware test. ■ How to contact HP. 170 HP Digital Entertainment Center To open HP Support: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs, and then HP Support. 3 Select a program or folder: ■ Register Now ■ Learn More ■ Test Hardware ■ Contact HP Warranty and Support Guide See the HP Digital Entertainment Center Warranty and Support Guide, included with the documentation, for detailed information on: ■ HP Web site Support addresses ■ Application and System Recovery programs ■ HP Support telephone numbers ■ The terms of your HP limited warranty ■ HP Customer Care information ■ License information ■ HP Web site Online Guide addresses HP Web Site Support ■ Supplemental information about the HP Digital Entertainment Center and products ■ HP Support contact information ■ Software updates ■ Software patches ■ Online Information and technical support for your HP Digital Entertainment Center ■ Online manuals for your HP Digital Entertainment Center Troubleshooting The HP Web site provides: To use the HP Web site: 1 Connect to the Internet: Open your Web browser. Or Press Connect on your keyboard. 2 Access the HP Support Web site. Type 3 Select your country/region from the drop-down list. Press the arrow button next to the list. 4 Use the Web site addresses listed in the Warranty and Support Guide for information about your HP Digital Entertainment Center and your technical support needs. http://www.hp.com/support into the Web browser address box. Press Enter. Troubleshooting 171 HP Customer Care You can get help over the telephone from HP. When you call HP Customer Care, have your model number and serial number available. See the keyboard or the Warranty and Support Guide for the support telephone numbers. Online Guides You can find online guides and information for your HP Digital Entertainment Center. To view online manuals for your HP Digital Entertainment Center, go to the Support Web address that is listed in the Warranty and Support Guide that came with your HP Digital Entertainment Center, and then search for your product name and number. Online manuals are associated with specific HP Digital Entertainment Center model numbers. Some models may not have online manuals. Application and System Recovery Programs The HP Digital Entertainment Center uses the operating system and installed software programs during normal operation. If your HP Digital Entertainment Center works improperly or stops because of the software, you may be able to repair it by restarting the HP Digital Entertainment Center, using System Restore, or using other methods including the System Recovery programs. Two blank DVD-R discs are included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center system. You can use these DVD-R discs to create System Recovery discs that you can use to recover your system. 172 HP Digital Entertainment Center For instructions on using recovery discs, repairing and recovering your software, and more information, refer to the Warranty and Support Guide that came with your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Problems with software programs may be caused by corruption or damage to an individual program (application or software driver) or to part of the operating system software. Updates from HP HP may send updated information or patches to your desktop (not available in all countries/regions). You must be connected to the Internet to receive these updates. If you have turned off the Updates from HP feature, you will not receive these updates. To turn updates back on: 1 Click Start, choose All Programs, and then HP Digital Entertainment Center Help & Tools. 2 Click Updates from HP, and then click Re-enable Updates from HP. Troubleshooting Microsoft Web Site Search the Microsoft Web site (http://www.support.microsoft.com) for Knowledge Base articles and updates on Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2004. You can also use the Online Spotlight link to get to the Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Web site. To get the latest news and information about your Microsoft Windows XP Media Center program: 1 Press the Media Center button on your remote control. 2 Select Online Spotlight from the Media Center Start menu. Troubleshooting 173 174 HP Digital Entertainment Center Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Safeguarding Recorded TV programs When you replace the hard disk drive, you lose any files or software that you created, saved, or installed on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Because of this, you also lose a special code that Microsoft includes in the files of recorded TV programs. Without the code, Media Center cannot play TV programs previously recorded to disk or copied to DVD or to other media. For more information about safeguarding your recorded TV programs, refer to the HP Digital Entertainment Center Software Guide. Before Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Replace the internal hard disk drive only if it has failed. Do not replace the internal hard disk drive until HP support has diagnosed it as the point of failure. HP recommends that you upgrade the hard disk drive capacity by using the HP Personal Media Drive. w Before you begin to replace the internal hard disk drive: 1 Make sure you have the recovery discs (DVDs) you created with the two blank DVD_R discs that came with your HP Digital Entertainment Center. 2 Back up your data to the Personal Media Drive or burn it to DVD. 3 Close Media Center and all other programs that may 4 Turn off the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 5 Disconnect the power cable from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 6 Disconnect all other cables from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. be accessing the hard disk drive. Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 175 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Only advanced users should attempt to perform this procedure. Removing the Hard Disk Drive To remove the internal hard disk drive: 1 Gently turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center 4 Disconnect the hard disk drive cables. upside down. 2 Remove the hard disk drive cover from the chassis. After loosening the screw (A), slide the hard disk drive in the direction of the screw (B). A B 5 Remove the four hard disk drive screws (A) and then remove the hard disk drive (B). A 3 Lift up the hard disk drive from the chassis. B 176 HP Digital Entertainment Center Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To replace the internal hard disk drive: 1 Replace the old hard disk drive with the new hard disk drive (A). 4 Place the hard disk drive into the chassis. Position the metal tabs. 2 Replace the four hard disk drive screws (B). Tighten the screws an additional half-turn only after the screws contact the rubber washer. B A 3 Reconnect the hard disk drive cables. 5 Replace the hard disk drive cover on the chassis. Slide the cover away from screw (A) and then tighten the screw (B). A Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the Hard Disk Drive B 177 6 Gently turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center right side up. 7 Reconnect all cables to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Reconnect the power cable last. 8 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 178 HP Digital Entertainment Center 9 Test the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. 10 Recover your system using the recovery disk. 11 Restore your data. Index 1/4 inch headphones 135 1394 7, 109 2.0 multichannel audio system 41 2.1 home stereo installation 41, 42 2.1 multichannel audio system 42 2.1 powered speaker 49 4.1 Home Theater Audio 43 4.1 powered speaker 50 5.1 home theater audio 44 5.1 multichannel audio system 44 5.1 powered speaker 51 5/4.1 home audio installation 43 7.1 Home Theater Audio 45 7.1 multichannel audio system 45 7.1 powered speaker 52 802.11 b/g 117 9-in-1 card readers 5 A active (powered) speakers 48 Additional equipment 32 adjusting desktop display resolution 143 front panel brightness 134 speaker volume 136 Adjusting the Volume 136 Alt+F5 140 Analog Camcorder 112 Antenna (ATSC) 81 Antenna (NTSC and ATSC) 82 Antenna Connection 80 for FM radio 56 antennaweb.org 73 Application and System Recovery 172 Application Recovery 154 ATSC 73, 74 antenna 73 from VHF/UHF antenna 78 HDTV Channels 148 Audio 7.1 Pre-Out 6 audio configuration 135 Audio Connection Typical 38 audio files codec errors 168 do not appear in Media Library 169 Audio Output 138 Audio Problems and Solutions 160 audio settings 138 Audio system equipment 32 Audio/Video flow 21 Index Numerics B back panel location of connections 6 system diagram 22 video connector locations 76 Basic Setup 27 Basic TV audio setup (2.0) 39 batteries 13 installing in keyboard 128 installing in remote control 16 replacing in keyboard 13 type for keyboard 13 for remote control 16 before you start additional items necessary 32 cables you may need 31 components supplied 29 safety information 17 Benefits 2 Brightness 134 brightness, adjusting front panel display 134 broadband Internet 113 Broadband Internet equipment 32 button functions, remote control 14 buttons configuring keyboard 150 Index 179 C Cabinet back 26 Cabinet Front 25 Cable (NTSC) and UHF Antenna (ATSC) 83 cable box 71 cable modem 119, 120 cable modem, connecting 119 Cable Only (NTSC) 88 cable receiver dual tuner option 72 setting up using Media Center 132 Cable/Antenna In 8 cables included 30 not included 31 Camcorder 101, 104 camera connecting digital still 121 connecting digital video 109 capture 112 Center/Subwoofer 6 Changing screens 140 clearances, space for HP Digital Entertainment Center 28 cloning 140 Coaxial Splitter 31 codec errors 168 combination of Video 68 CompactFlash I/II 5 component video 60 Component Video Out 7 Component Video Settings 60 composite 75 Configuring Audio 135 for Media Center 139 for the DVD player 139 180 HP Digital Entertainment Center configuring Media Center audio settings 138 for cable or satellite receiver 132 for DVD player 139 for multichannel audio 139 for optional display 132 for your speaker setup 132 for your TV tuner and program guide 132 front panel display brightness 134 selecting recording devices 136 Configuring the Keyboard Buttons 150 Configuring the System 150 Configuring Video 140 Configuring Video Output and Source 140 Connecting headphones 135 TV Audio 39 VCRs 101 connecting 2.0 speaker system 41 2.1 speaker system with passive speakers 42 with powered speakers 49 4.1 speaker system with passive speakers 43 with powered speakers 50 5.1 speaker system with digital input on AV receiver 46 with digital speakers 53 with passive speakers 44 with powered speakers 51 7.1 speaker system with passive speakers 45 with powered speakers 52 antenna, broadcast TV 80, 81, 82 cable boxes, two 86, 91 digital audio to AV receiver 46 DSL/cable modem 119 DVD player 103 microphone 135 monitor speakers 54 D data files on DVDs, troubleshooting 169 Desktop Display 148 Desktop resolution 60 Device Manager 111 Digital 5.1 multichannel audio system 47 digital audio cable 46 digital audio system 53 digital audio, 5.1 supported formats 46 Digital home theater audio 46 Digital powered speaker 53 Digital Speakers 53 connecting 53 Digital Still Camera 121, 122 connection 121 Digital TV for Windows 74 Digital Video Camcorder 109 back panel 110 front panel 110 Digital Video Camera 122 disconnect the TV 143 Display Overview 60 Display/video configuration 62 documentation how to find HP support information 171 how to find online manuals 172 Dolby Digital 46 DSL 119, 120 connecting 119 order of powerup 17 DTS Digital encoded audio 46 DTV 74 channels 148 dual displays 60 configuring with Media Center 132 disabling 142 switching between 140 Dual-tuner 72 DVD audio setting 138 DVD playback 60 DVD player 103 configuring audio settings 138 configuring using Media Center 139 location of connectors 103 troubleshooting 169 use with data files 169 Index powered speakers 48 router, to Internet through 119 satellite receiver, one 93 satellite receivers 95 tape player using Audio In connections 55 TV displays 58 TV to watch one channel and record on another 72 VCR with direct connections 105 video analog camera 112 video digital camera 109 video, overview 104 Connections 20 system diagram 22 Connections Don’t Work 133 connector locations for audio output 34 for video output 59 on back panel 6 on front panel 3 contacting HP Customer Care by telephone 172 using the Web 171 Customer Care 172 E error messages codec error when playing certain files 168 from hard drive 169 Ethernet 7 External hard disk drive 122 Index 181 F FAQs, how to find 170 Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) 116 feature overview 2 Finding ATSC HDTV and Standard TV Channels 148 FireWire (IEEE 1394) 109 FireWire input-output, location on front panel 4 flashlight 99 FM Antenna, connecting 56 FM radio antenna 56 Found New Hardware 121 Front 3, 6 Front Panel 3, 23, 153 Front Panel Display Brightness 134 front panel, adjusting display brightness 134 G Getting Help 170 Gigabit Ethernet (1000BaseT) 116 Guide, Television Program 148 H hard drive connecting HP Personal Media Drive 123 location on front panel 3 replacing 176, 177 running out of disk space 169 troubleshooting 169 Hardware 111 hardware test, for HP Digital Entertainment Center 170 HDTV 74 antenna 73, 81 channels 75 HDTV (ATSC) In 8 HDTV and standard signal source — TV antenna 82 HDTV/SDTV Ant. In 77 headphones 135 location of output on front panel 4 help how to find 170 Microsoft Web site 173 Help and Support Center 170 182 HP Digital Entertainment Center High definition capable plasma, LCD, or HDTV display 58 high-definition TV 73 how to configure Media Center for cable or satellite receiver 132 for optional display 132 for your speaker setup 132 for your TV tuner and program guide 132 how to connect 2.0 speaker system 41 2.1 speaker system with passive speakers 42 with powered speakers 49 4.1 speaker system with passive speakers 43 with powered speakers 50 5.1 speaker system with digital input on AV receiver 46 with digital speakers 53 with passive speakers 44 with powered speakers 51 7.1 speaker system with passive speakers 45 with powered speakers 52 broadcast antenna 80, 81, 82 cable boxes, two 86, 91 camera, digital still 121 camera, digital video 109 digital speakers 53 DSL/Cable modem 119 DVD player 103 FM radio 56 HP personal media drive 124 monitor speakers 54 powered speakers 48 remote IR 99 router, to a LAN through 120 satellite receiver, one 93 satellite receivers, two 95 USB devices 122 VCR 105 I Indicator light 10 Infrared Transmitter 97 Infrared Transmitter cable 99 Infrared Transmitter connection (one set-top box) 98 Infrared Transmitter connection (two set-top boxes) 98 Infrared Transmitter Installation 99 Infrared Transmitter sensor 99 Initial Configuration 127 initial Microsoft Windows setup screen 131 Initial Setup Wait Time 131 Installation Overview 19 installing additional software and devices 153 batteries in keyboard 16 batteries in remote control 128 HP Personal Media Drive 124 software 153 internal splitter 77 Internet connecting DSL/cable modem 119 connecting through a router 120 connection 117 service contract 117 typical configurations 116 IR Blaster 97 irrecoverable data loss ii K keyboard 122 batteries (Initial) 128 buttons 150 configuring buttons 150 function keys 10 replacing batteries 13 synchronizing 130, 166 troubleshooting 130, 166 Keyboard Connect button 12, 130 Index 183 Index how to find FAQs 170 help 170 HP Digital Entertainment Center hardware test 170 utility programs 153 how to obtain updates 173 how to register for updates 151 how to replace batteries in keyboard 13 batteries in remote control 16 hard drive 176, 177 how to switch inputs using your monitor 68 how to switch between audio and video using your monitor 67 using your receiver 65 using your TV 63 how to switch between dual displays 140 how to synchronize, the keyboard 130 how to transfer PC data to HP Digital Entertainment Center 152 HP Customer Care 172 contacting by telephone 172 HP Digital Entertainment Center box contents 29 recovery after a power outage 165 reset procedure 165 support for 170 HP Help and Support Center 170 HP Media Drive 124, 153 HP Personal Media Drive 123 automatic on and off feature 123 disconnecting 125 installing 124 running the media drive utility 124 utility 124 HP Settings 153 HP Support 170 HP Web site 171 HP Web Site Support 171 L LAN 117, 120 LED 5 light-emitting diode (LED) 5 location 24 M Media Center adjusting desktop display resolution 143 configuring audio settings 138 dual displays option disabling 142 enabling 141 Microsoft Web site 173 obtaining update information 173 registering for updates 151 testing system connections 133 utility programs 153 viewing on a second display 141 Media Center First Run 132 Media Center speaker settings 138 Media Center TV Program Guide 148 Media Center wizard 133 Media Library music files not displaying 169 troubleshooting 169 memory card reader location of slots on front panel 5 troubleshooting 168 Memory Stick (MS) 5 Microdrive 5 microphone 135 connecting 135 location of inputs on front panel 4 Microsoft Web site 173 information about Media Center 173 microsoft.com 74 MMC/SD 5 monitor 58 connecting 68 troubleshooting 167 184 HP Digital Entertainment Center Monitor Out 67 monitor speakers 54 Mouse 122 Mouse button 10 moving your files 152 MP3 player 122 MS/MS-Pro 5 MultiMediaCard 5 multiple audio/video inputs 63 N network 113 connections 116 connections supported 113 connectors location on back panel 115 on back panel 114 equipment 113 notes ii NTSC 72, 74 analog cable 78 cable 79 from VHF/UHF antenna 78 satellite 79 NTSC cable and ATSC antenna 78 NTSC cable and ATSC VHF/UHF antenna 83 nVidia dual display 141, 142, 146, 149 O On/Standby 10 On/Standby (power) button 129 One Cable Box (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) 84 One Cable TV box 89 One Cable TV or Digital Cable box (NTSC) 90 one satellite receiver 94 Online Guides 172 Online Spotlight 173 accessing using Media Center 173 Open cabinet 25 open-back 24 optical cords 46 P PC Doctor 154 PC Help & Tools 154 PC System Recovery 154 PDA 122 Performance and Maintenance 111 Peripheral Connection 114 peripheral devices 122 Personal Media Drive 123 pixels 148 Placement 25 power outage, recovery from 165 Powered speakers 48, 54 premium channels 75 printer 122 connecting 122 troubleshooting 164 problems 159 Problems and Solutions 160 Product features 2 Program Guide, Television 148 Progressive scan 60 R receiver/amplifier 40 Recognizing the camcorder 111 Recorded TV Programs 175 recording devices 136 configuring with Media Center 136 recovery disc as used after replacing hard drive 178 supplied 29 recovery discs 172 recovery programs, using 154 registering for updates 151 Registering with HP 151 remote control 61, 97 button functions 14 installing batteries 16 maximum range 16 troubleshooting 163 using with your TV 61 Remote Control Batteries 16 Remote Control Buttons 14 remote IR transmitter cable connection connecting 99 importance of placement 97 location 98 relation to cable box and satellite receiver 97 troubleshooting 163 remote receiver 97 remove the HP Personal Media Drive 125 removing CD/DVD 167 personal media drive 123 replacing batteries in keyboard 13 batteries in remote control 16 hard drive 176, 177 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 175 Required Setup 132 requirements, network connections 113 reset procedure, HP Digital Entertainment Center 165 resolution 60 resolution, adjusting desktop display 143 retail VHS tapes 105 RJ-45 119 router 120 Router Internet connection 120 router, connecting to 120 Index 185 Index Optional set-up 132 overview connecting audio devices 34 connecting video equipment 104 features 2 TV signal source 72 video input connections 75 video out connections 58 S Safely Remove Hardware wizard 123 safety information 17 satellite receiver 71, 93 connecting one unit 93 connecting two units 95 dual tuner option 72 setting up using Media Center 132 Scan for hardware changes 111 Scanner 122 scanner connecting 122 SDTV 74 second display 141 select recording device 136 sensor, remote IR transmitter cable connection, connecting 99 set-top box 75 Setup 27 signal conversion 75 Signal Source 72 Single-tuner 72 SmartMedia (SM) 5 SmartMedia/xD 5 software 127, 153 speaker types, supported 35 speaker volume 136 speakers 2.0 system setup 41 2.1 system setup with passive speakers 42 with powered speakers 49 4.1 system setup with passive speakers 43 with powered speakers 50 5.1 system setup with digital speakers 53 with passive speakers 44 with powered speakers 51 186 HP Digital Entertainment Center 7.1 system setup with passive speakers 45 with powered speakers 52 configuring audio settings 138 configuring using Media Center 132 connecting monitor speakers 54 testing using Media Center 139 troubleshooting surround sound 161 troubleshooting volume problems 160 Standard definition television 58 Start Here booklet 19 Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time 128 subwoofer for digital speaker setup 53 for monitor speaker installation 54 support for HP Digital Entertainment Center 170 supported 5.1 digital audio formats 46 network connection types 113 speaker types 35 surge protector 32, 129 Surround 6 Surround Back 6 surround sound, troubleshooting 161 S-video 75 adapter 75 connection requirements 58 jack and cable compatibility 103 location on front panel 4 to composite adapter 102 Switching 61 switching between dual displays 140 switching audio video using your monitor 67 using your receiver 65 using your TV 63 synchronizing the keyboard 130, 166 Syncing the Keyboard 130 system components, inventory of 29 Integration 20 Problems and Solutions 164 Recovery 172 Restore 154, 172 utilities 154 T tape player connecting 55 Television Program Guide 148 testing audio settings using Media Center 139 system connections using Media Center 133 Titan TV 148 transfer wizard 152 transferring data from PC to HP Digital Entertainment Center 152 troubleshooting 159 audio problems 160 DVD player 169 hard drive 169 keyboard 166 memory card reader 168 monitor 167 music files 169 power up of HP Digital Entertainment Center 164 printer 164 remote control 163 remote sensor 163 removing CD/DVD 167 speaker volume 160 special keyboard buttons 166 surround sound 161 system connections using Media Center 133 TV problems 162, 167 unexpected startups 165 video errors 168 tuner configurations 72 Tuning the Desktop Display for S-video and Video (Composite) Connections 148 turning on location of power button 3 troubleshooting 164 TV adjusting desktop display resolution 143 antenna 80 Audio Connection 39 configuring with Media Center 132 disconnecting 143 Program Guide 148 Source 71 Source Connectors 75, 76 Titan 148 troubleshooting 162, 167 viewing PC image on a second TV 141 TV and Monitor Out 69 TV Out (through AV receiver) 66 TV Source 1 In 7 TV Source 2 In 8 TV Source In 71 Two Cable Boxes (NTSC) and Antenna (ATSC) 86 Two Satellite Receivers 95 two screens 140 Index System System System System System U UHF 73 Updates from HP 173 upmix 46, 52 USB 121 USB 2.0 7 USB 2.0 connectors 5 USB device connecting 122 USB device connection 122 USB drive 122 utility programs 153 location 153 Index 187 V W VCR 101, 104 connecting 105 Direct in 105 Ventilation 25 VGA Out 7 VHF 73 VHF Antenna (NTSC) 80 video analog camera, connecting 112 Video Camera 109 video configuration 140 video digital camera connecting 109 FireWire connection 4 troubleshooting connections 162 video display flickering 165 Video Equipment 32 Connections 104 Overview 102 video image 149 video input 112 Video Out 58 Video Out Connectors 59, 62 Video out to high-definition capable HDTV 64 Video out to standard TV 64 Video Out to TV 63 Video Out to TV and Monitor 68 Video Problems and Solutions 162 video projector 63 video system errors 168 location of output connectors 58 Viewing the HP Digital Entertainment Center image on the TV 140 virus protection 151 need for 151 volume icon 137 locating on task bar 137 volume of speaker, adjusting 136 Wall clearance 26 wall outlet 129 Wall to set-top box VCR to TV 108 Wall to VCR to TV 106 warnings ii against removing media while LED is blinking 5 disconnecting disk drive while it is operating 125 loss of recorded programs 175 moving personal media drive while it is operating 123 order of power connection 17 use of correct AC power source 17 Warranty and Support Guide 171 about 171 Web address for Media Center information 173 for registering your HP Digital Entertainment Center 151 Web site support, HP Customer Support 171 Welcome 1 Wi-Fi accessory box 118 Wi-Fi antenna 118 Windows Welcome 131 Wireless access point 117 wireless keyboard, location of LED 4 Wireless LAN 7, 117 Wireless network 117 Wireless or Ethernet (10BaseT) 116 wireless router 117 X xD media 5 XP Media Center Edition 2005 74 Y Y adapter cables 48 required for speakers 48 Y, Pb, Pr 58 Y/C video 77 Part Number: 5991-6292 188 HP Digital Entertainment Center ">

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