HP Digital Entertainment Center
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Table of Contents
Cleaning the
Shipping the
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Typical Video Equipment
Connecting the Wireless
Connecting an
Two Cable TV Boxes, or
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Starting the HP Digital Entertainment
Important Information About Recorded
Transferring Information from Your Old PC
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Before You Begin
Welcome
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.
This User’s Guide helps you to set up the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to use with your audio/video
system.
Chapter Contents:
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.
The HP Digital Entertainment Center
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Benefits and Features
Benefits
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Complete home digital entertainment solution for
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Play DVDs in 7.1 surround sound (surround sound
system is required and sold separately).
your living room.
Watch, pause, and replay live TV on one channel
while recording another (select models only).
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Burn music audio CDs (for lawful use only).
Store audio CDs in an easy-to-use music jukebox.
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.
■
Burn a DVD of your favorite TV shows or home
videos.
Store your digital content on the HP Personal Media
Drive.
Product features
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Sophisticated, sleek, stackable case fits into your
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Rear and front AV connectors:
AV cabinet
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Digital Audio Out: Optical and coaxial S/PDIF
5.1 surround
Built-in standard-definition TV tuner
(Dual tuners for select models only)
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Analog Audio Out: Up to 7.1 channels
Video Out: DVI, VGA, S-video, composite video
LAN Ethernet 10/100/1000
Personal video recorder (PVR) with a complimentary
TV programming guide (no charge)
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Built-in FM radio tuner
Integrated 802.11 b/g wireless
Front AV, USB, and FireWire® (IEEE 1394)
connectors for video capture
HP Personal Media Drive
Front panel media info display
CD/DVD double-layer, multiformat player/recorder
9-in-1 media card reader
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Full function remote control
Lap-sized, compact wireless keyboard with
integrated trackball mouse
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Functional Overview
Front Panel
The following illustration shows a typical HP Digital
Entertainment Center front panel.
Your model might not have all features.
HP Personal Media Drive Bay
CD/DVD
HP Digital Entertainment Center
AV inputs
Media info display
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, multiformat
Push the Eject button to open.
Push the tray or Eject button to close.
Transport control buttons
Replay, Play, Pause, Stop, Skip, Eject
Experience mode status indicators
White indicates DVD, TV, radio, music,
pictures, videos, activities in Media Center
Personal Media Drive Bay
Removable HP Personal Media Drive
behind top right door, for additional
storage for recorded TV shows and digital
content
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Item
Function
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)
HP Digital Entertainment Center
SmartMedia
/
xD
MMC
/
SD
EED
2.0
CompactFlash I/II
MS
/
MS PRO
SmartMedia
/
xD
MMC
MS
/
SD
SPEED
SB 2.0
CompactFlash I/II
/
MS PRO
Media info display
Front status panel for all media
information. Front-panel text content
displayed from Media Center.
KEYBOARD
Behind left door
Front AV inputs — see below
CONNECT
FRONT INPUT
1394
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN
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 sync
with keyboard.
KEYBOARD
CONNECT
S-video In
Video In
Audio In
Y/C video, analog 4-pin
S-VIDEO
FRONT INPUT
Composite video RCA jack
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
FRONT INPUT
White: Left
1
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
D
Red: Right, RCA jacks
1394 DV In
FireWire (IEEE 1394), 4-pin input-output
for digital video
1394
L
AUDIO
DV IN HADPHONES MIC
CONNECT
1394
Headphone Out
Microphone In
6.5 mm (1/4 inch) jack
IO
R
DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN
3.5 mm (1/8 inch) mini-jack
1394
R
DV IN HEADPHONS MIC IN
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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.
Two USB 2.0 connectors are also included.
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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.
Removing media when the in-use light is
blinking may cause damage.
Digital cameras and other digital devices use memory
cards, or media, to store digital picture files.
Your model might not have all features.
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
SmartMedia / xD
CompactFlash I/II
MMC / SD
HI SPEED
USB 2.0
MS / MS PRO
MMC / SD
SmartMedia / xD
CompactFlash I/II
HI SPEED
USB 2.0
MS / MS PRO
Memory card readers
Item
Name
Slot
Supports
Insert media
SmartMedia/xD
Upper-left
SmartMedia (SM) memory card/
xD media
Facing up
SmartMedia
/
xD
MMC
/
SD
Compsh I/II
MS
/
MS PRO
SmartMedia
/
xD
MMC
/
SD
MMC/SD
Upper-right
Lower-left
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
Facing up
Secure Digital (SD) memory card
CompactFlash I/II
MS
PRO
SmartMedia
/
xD
MMC
/
SD
CompactFlash I/II
Microdrive
CompactFlash Type I, II media
Microdrive disk drive
Receptacle
edge (holes)
CompactFlash I/II
MS / MS PRO
SmartMedia
/
xD
MMC / SD
MS/MS-Pro
Lower-right
Memory Stick (MS)
Memory Stick (MS-Pro)
Facing up
CompactFlash I/II
MS
/
MS PRO
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Back Panel
The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel.
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.)
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
R
R
R
SUB
R
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Item
Connector
Type
Color
Supported format
AUDIO IN
L
Audio In
RCA jacks
White: Left
Red: Right
Analog stereo
R
SURROUND
BACK
L
Audio 7.1 Pre-Out
Surround Back
RCA jacks
RCA jacks
RCA jacks
Brown: Left
Beige: Right
Analog:
7.1
R
SURROUND
L
Audio 7.1 Pre-Out
Surround
Blue: Left
Grey: Right
Analog:
7.1, 6.1, 5.1, 4.1
R
CENTER
Audio 7.1 Pre-Out
Center/Subwoofer
Green: center
Purple:
subwoofer
Analog:
7.1, 6.1, 5.1
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
L
Audio 7.1 Pre-Out
Front
RCA jacks
Coaxial
White: Left
Red: Right
Analog stereo:
7.1, 6.1, 5.1, 4.1,
2.1, 2.0
R
Digital Audio Out
Orange
S/PDIF 5.1 only
COAXIAL
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Item
Connector
Type
Color
Supported format
Digital Audio Out
Optical
Gray
S/PDIF 5.1 only
OPTICAL
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
VIDEO
VIDEO
Video Out
RCA jack
Yellow
Black
Blue
Analog: Interlaced scan
(Composite)
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
S-video Out
VGA Out
Y/C video
4-pin
Analog: Interlaced scan
Up to 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT
15-pin D-sub
Analog:
Up to 2048 x 1536 with
panning depending on
display size
VGA
Digital Video
Out (DVI)
DVI-I 29-pin
D-sub digital/
analog
White
Digital:
DVI
Up to 1600 x 1200
Up to 2048 x 1536 with
panning depending on
display size
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
USB 2.0
4 ports
Silver
Silver
N/A
Gold
USB 2.0
(high speed)
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394
(for digital video or
other device)
6-pin DV input/
output
FireWire (IEEE 1394)
10/100/1000
802.11 b/g
1394
Ethernet
10/100/1000
RJ-45
10/100/1000
ETHERNET
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
Wireless LAN
Removable
antenna
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Item
Connector
Type
Color
Supported format
802.11 b/g
LEDs (2)
Link: Solid green when wireless
LAN is enabled and connected.
Blinks when wireless LAN is
scanning.
Wireless LAN 802.11b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
Activity: Blinks
when transmits/
receives data
R
L
Audio
TV Source 1 In
RCA jacks
White: Left
Red: Right
Analog
AUDIO
Video (Composite)
TV Source 1 In
RCA jack
Yellow
Black
Silver
Analog:
Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-video
TV Source 1 In
Y/C video
Analog 4-pin
Analog:
Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
TV ANTENNA IN
TV Antenna In
FM Antenna In
Coaxial
RF with internal splitter to
dual-tuners
DUAL
TUNER
N
FM ANTENNA IN
75 Ohm
Coaxial
Silver
FM radio, RF
Analog
AL
ER
75Ω
COAXIAL
Audio TV
Source 2 In (Select
models only)
RCA jacks
White: Left
Red: Right
R
L
AUDIO
S-video TV
Source 2 In (Select
models only)
Y/C video
Black
Silver
Black
Analog:
S-VIDEO
Analog 4-pin
Up to 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
Infrared Transmitter
Out (2 outputs)
3.5 mm
(1/8 inch)
mini-jack
Remote infrared (IR Blaster)
Power
2
1
AC In
AC 110–240Vv
50–60 Hz
110-240V 50-60Hz
AC IN
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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.
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2 Unplug the HP Digital Entertainment Center from the
wall outlet before cleaning.
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
3 Use a soft dry cloth for cleaning.
4 Plug in the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
chemicals may damage your unit.
5 Turn on connected equipment and the HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
Shipping the
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You
may need it later if you move or ship your HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
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Keyboard
The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center wireless keyboard. The actual keyboard may vary
slightly in some countries/regions.
Function keys
TrackBall
Left, right
mouse button
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.
Displays next viewed browser page.
Forward
Internet
E-mail
Opens your Internet browser.
Opens an Internet e-mail page or your e-mail software.
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Icon
Item
Description
Messenger
Opens your instant messaging program.
Minimize
Maximize
Media Center
Previous
Play
Minimizes the Media Center application.
Maximizes the Media Center application.
Starts Media Center.
Media
Center
Selects previous media track.
Plays media.
Pause
Pauses media.
Next
Selects next media track.
Decreases speaker volume.
Vol –
Vol +
Increases speaker volume.
Turns speaker sound on and off.
Moves cursor on screen.
Mute
Trackball
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The Internet, E-mail, and Messenger buttons
can be reconfigured to open a Web site or
software program. See “Configuring the
Software Guide.
Wireless Keyboard Operation
Your HP Digital Entertainment Center includes a wireless
On/Standby
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
KEYBOARD
CONNECT
FRONT INPUT
1394
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN
HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel, has an
LED that indicates receiver activity. Approximate range
is 3.66 meters (12 feet).
KEYBOARD
CONNECT
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Replacing the Keyboard Batteries
Keep spare batteries on hand. Battery life will vary with
the use of the system.
1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the keyboard.
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.
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.
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Remote Control
Remote Control Buttons
(Features and location may vary. Refer to the specific documentation for other remote controls.)
A
Standby
K
Arrows
Puts the HP Digital
Buttons move the cursor to
navigate within all Media
Center windows. They also
move forward and backward
through slide-show images.
Entertainment Center into or
out of a power-reduced
standby state. It does not turn
the HP Digital Entertainment
Center off.
L
Media
Center
Opens Media Center to the
main menu.
B
DVD
Menu
DVD MENU
Opens Play DVD window in
Media Center or opens the
main menu of a DVD movie, if
available.
M Volume
Increases (+) and decreases
(–) sound.
C
D
E
Green
button
Opens a Teletext menu while
watching live TV.
N Live TV
O Guide
Is a shortcut to view live TV. It
also moves to the current
point in a live TV program
after pausing live TV.
Red
button
Opens a Teletext menu while
watching live TV.
Record
RECORD
Records selected television
program and stores it on the
hard disk drive.
Opens the Television
Program Guide to display
available TV channels and
programs to watch and
record.
F
Rew
REW
(Rewind) Moves the media
backward (press button for
three speeds).
P
Clear
Deletes the selection and
works as the Backspace key
does on a keyboard.
G Replay
REPLAY
Rewinds live or recorded TV
back 8 seconds, or to
beginning of music track or
DVD chapter.
Q Teletext
TELETEXT
Turns Teletext on or off while
in live TV mode. The Teletext
page either replaces the live
TV picture or is displayed
over it; TV sound is still
available.
H
J
Pause
Back
PAUSE
Pauses audio and video tracks
and live or recorded TV
programs.
Returns to the previous
window within Media Center.
R
S
Yellow
button
Opens a Teletext menu while
watching live TV.
Blue
button
Opens a Teletext menu while
watching live TV.
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T
Play
PLAY
Plays the selected media.
Stops the selected media.
A
DVD MENU
TELETEXT
Q
R
B
C
U
V
Stop
Fwd
STOP
FWD
S
T
(Fast-forward) Moves media forward
(press button for three speeds).
D
E
RECORD
REW
PLAY
STOP
FWD
SKIP
W Skip
U
V
Moves media forward — for
example, 30 seconds in videos and
live TV, one music track, or one DVD
chapter.
SKIP
PAUSE
F
REPLAY
G
W
X
Y
Z
More (i)
Displays available information about
a selected media file and displays
more information and options.
H
J
i
X
Y
BACK
MORE
OK
Selects the desired action or window
option. It acts as the Enter key.
OK
K
OK
CH/PG
Up (+) and down (–) change the TV
channel or move pages up and
down, depending on available
options.
L
CH/PG
VOLUME
M
Z
MUTE
AA Mute
AA
AB
Turns sound off. The word Mute is
displayed on the Media Center
screen when Mute is turned on.
LIVE TV
GUIDE
RECORDED TV
N
O
ABC
DEF
AB Recorded
TV
1
2
3
Opens the Recorded TV window.
GHI
JKL
MNO
4
5
6
AC 0 to 9,
#, *
Numeric keypad buttons to change
channels or enter text into the Media
Center search or text box.
PQRS
TUV
WXYZ
AC
7
8
9
0
#
*
AD Enter
Selects the desired action or window
option. In full-screen mode, press
Enter to return to the last channel you
were watching.
CLEAR
PRINT
ENTER
P
AD
AE
AE Print
Prints selected content on the screen.
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Remote Control Operation
Use the remote control to open the Media Center
On/Standby
program; view TV, record TV programs, play previously
recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video.
See “Using the Remote Control” in the Software Guide for
detailed instructions on using the features of the remote
control.
HP Digital Entertainment Center z545
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 8 meters (26 feet) from
the remote sensor and at a maximum of 45 degrees
(90 degrees total) from the center of the remote sensor.
90˚
~8 meters
The remote control will not operate until the HP Digital
Entertainment Center is powered on and fully booted up.
Indicator
Light
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Remote operation
Media Center must be in full-screen mode
(or have focus) for consistent remote control
operation. Performance may vary.
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Installing the Remote Control Batteries
1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote
DVD MENU
TV
control.
RADIO MUSIC PICTURESVIDEOS
RECORD
PLAY
STOP
FWD
SKIP
REW
PAUSE
2 Insert the two AA alkaline batteries (provided). Make
sure the battery positive and negative ends are
inserted correctly!
REPLAY
OK
3 Replace the battery cover.
4 Test the remote control by pressing any key.
The indicator light should blink.
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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:
Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide for additional
safety information.
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■ Do not open top cover.
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■ Risk of electric shock.
Please read this important safety
information.
■ No user-serviceable parts inside top cover.
AC Power Safety Warnings
Use the right AC source — The power supply is
To reduce the possibility of an electric shock from the
preset for the country/region in which you purchased the telephone network, plug your system into the AC outlet
HP Digital Entertainment Center. If you move to another
country/region, please make sure you check its voltage
requirements before plugging your HP Digital
before connecting it to the DSL/telephone line. Also,
disconnect the DSL/telephone line before unplugging
your system from the AC power outlet.
Entertainment Center into an 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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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
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
requirements for the grounding electrode. Refer to the
Warranty and Support Guide for additional safety
(such as a printer or scanner) to a surge protection device information.
such as a power strip with surge protection or
Lightning — For added protection of any HP product
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Installation Overview
This chapter provides information on your system and
describes how to connect your HP Digital Entertainment
Chapter Contents:
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 works with this User’s Guide. Take
a few minutes to look at the Start Here booklet 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.
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Read the important safety information before
you install the HP Digital Entertainment
The installation process is divided into four major areas:
Audio, Video, TV Source In, Network.
The setup can take some time, depending on your system,
and may require additional cables.
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System Audio/Video Connections
System Integration
The HP Digital Entertainment Center incorporates many
functions into one unit:
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.
■
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.
■
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.
■
■
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.
■
To update the Television Program Guide and use the
Internet, you must also connect to a home network or
DSL/cable modem.
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.
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 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.
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.
■
An FM radio antenna connection allows the FM
tuner inside the HP Digital Entertainment Center to
select the FM radio channels.
Or
■
Routed directly to your TV.
■
The wireless keyboard with trackball or remote
control allows you to operate the HP Digital
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.
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.
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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
Cable In
Audio
AV
Video
Network Data
Set-top-box Infrared
Transmitter
Cable Box or
Satellite Receiver
Internet
DSL/Cable Modem
or Wireless Router
TV
Source
In
Infrared
Transmitter
Download
TV Program
Guide
Data
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Digital Video
Camcorder
HP Digital Entertainment Center
AV Out
Keyboard
Remote
Control
AV In
AV Receiver
TV or Monitor
Audio/Video flow
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System Diagram
(Configurations may vary. Some cables sold separately.)
Back Panel
Cable From Wall
FM Antenna
Surround
Back
Right
Center
Surround
Left
Surround
Right
Surround
Back
Front
Left
Front
Right
Left
Subwoofer
WiFi
Antenna
Cable
or Satellite
Set-top box 1
Audio/Video In
Speakers
SCART
adapter
AV RECEIVER IN
*
Audio In 7.1 Multichannel
NOTE: 5.1 systems do not
include “Surr. Back”
connections.
Center
Pr
S-Video Video
Digital
Used to
*
Pb
TV IN
OUT
connect
Y
Surr. Back Surround
Sub
Front
Optical Coaxial
composite
Video Out and
Audio to TVs that only
Choose
one
Choose
one
have a 20-pin SCART input.
Choose one
CD
Composite S-video
Video
Composite
S-video
Coaxial
OUT
or Tape Player
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
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AC IN
COAXIAL
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R
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R
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S-VIDEO
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S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
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Wall
Outlet
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Surge Protector
Line Conditioner
Choose
one
Composite S-video
Router/
Firewall/
Switch
Choose
one
VGA
DVI
MONITOR
DSL/Cable Modem
OUT
Cable
or Satellite
Set-top box 2
NOTE: Connect Set-top box 2 only
Wall
iPod
Ext. HDD
Digital
Camera
Printer
Digital
Video Camcorder
(optional)
Internet
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Front Panel
(Configurations may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
The following illustration shows a typical HP Digital Entertainment Center system front panel installation:
Power
On
CD/DVD
Player/Recorder
HP Personal
Media Drive
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
KEYBOARD
CONNECT
SmartMedia / xD
CompactFlash I/II
MMC / SD
FRONT INPUT
HI SPEED
USB 2.0
1394
MS / MS PRO
MMC / SD
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
L
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
R
DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN
HEADPHONES MIC IN
1394
SmartMedia / xD
CompactFlash I/II
HI SPEED
USB 2.0
MS / MS PRO
FRONT INPUT
DV IN
Media Info
Display
USB 2.0
(x2)
Choose
one
Card Readers:
SmartMedia/xD,
MMC/SD,
Video
(Composite)
S-video
1394
CompactFlash I/II,
Microdrive
MS/MS Pro
Analog
Video Camera
Digital
Video
Camera
Digital
Camera
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Installation Guidelines
To enhance the performance and extend the life of your
HP Digital Entertainment Center:
■
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.
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■
■
Adjust only those controls that are described in the
operating instructions.
An open-back is required for adequate
cooling when installing your HP Digital
Entertainment Center in an AV cabinet.
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.
■
■
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.
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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.
432 mm
17 in
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Choosing an HP Digital Entertainment
Center setup location
412.75 mm
16.25 in
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.
114.3 mm
4.5 in
■
■
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.
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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.
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If you choose to use a cabinet with front doors, you must
Failure to follow these ventilation
leave the doors open when the HP Digital Entertainment
requirements could cause the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to malfunction.
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Cabinet Back
The back of the AV cabinet should be open for best
operation.
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 48.3 cm
(19 inches) wide by 16.5 cm (6.5 inches) high.
See the following illustration.
48.3 cm
(19 in)
minimum
Back
View
Cabinet
5.08 cm (2 in) minimum
2.54 cm
(1 in)
minimum
2.54 cm
(1 in)
minimum
16.5 cm
(6.5 in)
minimum
NOTE: These clearances are
required for proper
ventilation.
HP Digital
Entertainment
Center
Wall Clearance
The HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel must be
at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) from the wall.
10.02 cm
Cabinet
(4 in)
minimum
HP Digital
Entertainment Center
Wall
Back of
cabinet
Side View
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Basic Setup
Follow the steps in the Start Here booklet to set up the
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.
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.
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.
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Read the important safety information before
you install the HP Digital Entertainment
Before you begin:
■
■
■
Refer to the Start Here booklet as a guide to connect
your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Required steps
1 Unpack the box contents.
Identify the items included with your HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
a Audio In (optional)
b Audio Out (to TV, AV receiver, speakers)
b Identify equipment you will need that is not
c
Digital Audio Out
supplied.
c
Place the HP Digital Entertainment Center where
you can easily reach the back panel.
2 Determine how you will connect the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to your system.
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5 Connect the TV Source 1 In and TV Source 2 In
11 Turn on all equipment, and then turn on the
HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Starting the
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.
a Follow the onscreen instructions.
b Set up Media Center.
c
Connect the Source 2 In audio/video cables to
cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite
receiver 2 (select models only).
13 Optional step
(Recommended after basic setup)
Connect any additional rear panel devices.
d Connect the Infrared Transmitter 1 to cable TV
box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 1.
a FireWire (IEEE 1394) device or digital video
e Connect the Infrared Transmitter 2 to cable TV
box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 2
(select models only).
b USB devices, such as printers or scanners
14 Optional step
(Recommended after basic setup)
Connect front panel devices.
a DSL/cable modem to Internet (Ethernet)
b Wireless antenna
a FireWire (IEEE 1394) device or digital video
8 Pull the tab on the keyboard to activate the batteries.
b USB devices, such as printers or scanners
c
10 Place the HP Digital Entertainment Center on a flat,
stable surface with the following clearances:
d Insert the removable hard disk drive (optional).
■
■
■
Top: 5.08 cm (2 inches)
Side: 2.54 cm (1 inch)
Back: Open cabinet
Begin using your system. See the Software Guide.
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Inventory
The following items are supplied with the HP Digital Entertainment Center:
Name
Picture
Description
HP Digital
Entertainment
Center unit
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Keyboard
Remote control
Cables
FM antenna
Wi-Fi antenna
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Cables Included
Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with the following cables and adapters.
Cable
Name
Description
Stereo
RCA, red and white ends. Used for Audio Out.
Coaxial digital audio
Video (Composite)
S/PDIF. Used for Digital Audio Out.
RCA, yellow ends. Used for composite Video Out or TV Source In
connector.
Infrared Transmitter (2)
Coaxial
IR Blaster cable. Used for set-top boxes.
Used for TV source input from cable set-top boxes or antennas.
SCART adapter
AC Power
Used to connected composite Video Out and audio to TVs that only
have a 20-pin SCART input.
Black AC power cord. Used to supply electricity to the HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
Additional cables are sold separately. See “Optional Cables Not Included” on page 33 for additional cables that you
may need.
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Optional Cables Not Included
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
DVI-D
8
1
RCA: Red and white ends. Used for
Audio In/Out connectors.
Digital video out. Connect to DVI-I or
DVI-D input of the HDTV- capable TV or
monitor.
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.
S-video to composite
video adapter
1
1
Used with TV source input 2 composite
video input.
VGA
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
IEEE 1394 4-pin to 6-pin (back).
IEEE 1394 4-pin to 4-pin (front).
USB
6
USB 2.0. Used for peripheral device
connectors.
Ethernet RJ-45
Coaxial
1
Ethernet 10/100/1000. Used for
broadband Internet connection.
Extra lengths
Used for TV source input from cable
set-top boxes or antennas.
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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)
■
Audio system equipment such as:
■
Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g network
■
■
■
■
AV receiver with speakers
Powered speakers
TV speakers
■
Clean AC power (surge protector/line conditioner
recommended)
Additional equipment and cables are sold separately.
Monitor speakers
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:
■
Video equipment such as:
■
■
■
■
Monitor
TV
Video projector
■
Video output from cable/satellite box or antenna
■
Audio Y adapters, mini-plug to 2 RCA-plugs
(for powered speakers).
Connecting cables
Observe the following guidelines:
■
Do not plug in the HP Digital Entertainment Center
until all connecting cables are installed.
■
■
Connect cables firmly to avoid hum and noise.
Match the color codes, for instance:
yellow — video, white — left, red — right.
■
Turn off power to all other equipment before
connecting cables.
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Connecting Audio
The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many
different audio options, sound connections, and speaker
configurations.
Chapter Contents:
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,
Your system may have different components. Speakers,
AV receivers, and other equipment are sold separately.
Refer to the product documentation for these products.
Stereo
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
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Audio Output Connectors
Digital Audio Out
Audio Out
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
L
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L
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2
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TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
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AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
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R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
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INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Connector
Name
Color
Description
Cable
SURROUND
BACK
L
Surround
Back
Brown: Left
Beige: Right
Rear speakers in a multichannel audio
eight speaker system (7.1).
R
SURROUND
L
Surround
Blue: Left
Gray: Right
Side speakers in a multichannel audio
six or eight speaker system (4.1, 5.1,
6.1, 7.1).
R
CENTER
Center
Subwoofer
Green: Center
Purple: Subwoofer
Center speaker and subwoofer in a
multichannel audio system (5.1, 6.1, 7.1).
SUB
WOOFER
FRONT
L
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).
R
Coaxial
Digital Audio
Out
Orange
Gray
Coaxial S/PDIF 5.1 only.
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
AUDIO
DIGITAL
OUT
Optical
Digital Audio
Out
Optical S/PDIF 5.1 only.
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
AUDIO
DIGITAL
OUT
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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.
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The HP Digital Entertainment Center has separate Audio
In connections (analog).
If your audio equipment has multiple input
and output connections, then it has front
panel input and output switches.
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.
You must select the correct input and output
from the audio equipment front panel or
remote control to hear sound and see video.
The HP Digital Entertainment Center does not have Digital
Audio In connections.
Speaker Types
A stereo speaker set is a left-right, two-channel speaker
system (sold separately).
Audio amplifiers
The HP Digital Entertainment Center does not supply an
amplified audio signal. You can connect the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to:
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.
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Passive speakers connected through a home audio
system. A home audio system does not require active
speakers because the receiver provides
amplification.
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.
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Active (powered) speakers directly. An active
speaker system must have its own power cord.
information on speaker arrangements.
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Speaker Configurations
You can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported audio configurations:
Speaker
system
Home audio
system description
Recommended arrangement
See:
TV Display
2 (stereo)
Two speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
Or
Front left
speaker
Front right
speaker
TV Display
2.1
4.1
Two speakers: Left
Subwoofer
speaker, right speaker
One subwoofer
Or
Front left
speaker
Front right
speaker
TV Display
Subwoofer
Two front speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
Front right
speaker
Front left
speaker
Two side speakers:
Or
surround left speaker,
surround right speaker
Surround
left speaker
Surround
right speaker
One subwoofer
Center
5.1
Two front speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
Subwoofer
TV Display
speaker
Front left
speaker
Front right
speaker
Two side speakers:
Or
surround left speaker,
surround right speaker
One center speaker
One subwoofer
Surround
left speaker
Surround
right speaker
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Speaker
system
Home audio
system description
Recommended arrangement
See:
TV Display
6.1
Two front speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
If your 6.1 AV receiver
has only 5.1 (6) inputs,
see the following:
Subwoofer
Center
speaker
Two side speakers:
surround left speaker,
surround right speaker
Front left
speaker
Front right
speaker
One rear surround
back speaker
Or
One center speaker
One subwoofer
Surround
left speaker
Surround
right speaker
Surround back speaker
TV Display
7.1
Two front speakers: Left
speaker, right speaker
Subwoofer
Center
speaker
Two side speakers:
Or
surround left speaker,
surround right speaker
Front left
speaker
Front right
speaker
Two rear speakers:
surround back left
speaker, surround back
right speaker
If your 7.1 AV receiver
has only five inputs, see
Surround
left speaker
Surround
right speaker
One center speaker
One subwoofer
Surround back
right speaker
Surround back
left speaker
Digital
audio 5.1
Digital speakers or
digital input connector
on the audio system
Center
Subwoofer
TV Display
speaker
Front left
speaker
Front right
speaker
Or
Surround
left speaker
Surround
right speaker
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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
AV receiver
Home stereo or home theater audio system
with AV receiver and passive speakers
Powered speakers
Audio system with active speakers
FM
FM Tuner In
Headphones
Speakers are muted on headphone
connection
Then see:
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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
To connect the audio directly to a TV or monitor:
Refer to the Start Here booklet that came with the
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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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.
The following diagram shows a basic TV audio installation:
TV
TV
AUDIO IN
AUDIO/VIDEO IN
SCART
adapter
*
Used to connect
*
audio and video to
Choose one
TVs that only have a
20-pin SCART input.
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75
Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
OUT
Basic TV audio setup (2.0)
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AV Receiver Audio Connection
You can connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to
your home stereo or home theater multichannel AV
Select the configuration that most closely
receivers or audio amplifiers using your existing
matches your home system. See:
speakers.
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You can also connect video through your AV
receiver or to your TV directly.
You can also use a digital connection.
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 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.
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.
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2.0 Home Stereo Installation
The following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.0) This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may
speaker installation that uses passive stereo speakers
connected through a home stereo standard left and right
input.
be different.
AV receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be
labeled CD, DVD, or DVD In.
AUDIO IN
L
R
2 Channel
AV Receiver
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
2.0 audio system connection
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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.
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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.
This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may
be different. Use this configuration for multichannel AV
receivers that only have left and right audio inputs.
AV receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be
labeled CD, DVD, or DVD In.
AUDIO IN
L
R
2.1 Channel
AV Receiver
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
2.1 multichannel audio system connection
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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.
n
This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may
be different.
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.
AUDIO IN
4.1 Channel AV Receiver
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
4.1 multichannel audio system connection
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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
Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD
audio settings must be changed for proper
configuration choice for later software setup
steps.
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.
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 IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75
Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
5.1 multichannel audio system connection
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7.1 Home Theater Audio
The following diagram shows a typical advanced home
AV receiver audio input connectors may be labeled
theater audio eight-channel (7.1) speaker installation that Surround, 7.1 or 8 Channel inputs, DVD, Ext. In, or
requires multichannel inputs on an AV receiver.
Multichannel Inputs.
This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may
be different. If your AV receiver supports 7.1 and has
n
Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD
audio settings must be changed for proper
configuration choice for later software setup
steps.
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Some AV receivers can generate (upmix) the
7.1 audio with 5.1 channels. Refer to your AV
receiver product documentation.
AUDIO IN
Center
Surr. Back Surround
Sub
Front
7.1 Channel AV Receiver
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
7.1 multichannel audio system connection
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Digital Home Theater Audio
The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports digital
audio output.
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For TV and music: two-channel stereo. (Your AV
receiver may separate the audio signal into multiple
channels.)
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Some AV receivers can generate (upmix) the
7.1 audio with 5.1 channels. Refer to your AV
receiver product documentation.
■
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.
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.
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.
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Insert optical cords straight in until they click into
place.
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■
Do not bend or tie optical cords.
Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD
audio settings must be changed for proper
configuration choice for later software setup
steps.
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.
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DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
for best digital
audio experience
Coaxial Optical
5.1 Channel AV Receiver
Choose one
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75
Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Digital Audio Out
Digital 5.1 multichannel audio system connection
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Powered Speaker Audio Connection
You can connect active (powered) speakers directly to
your HP Digital Entertainment Center. An active speaker
Select the configuration that most closely
system must have its own power cord.
matches your home system. See:
You may need Y adapter cables (sold separately).
You can also use a digital connection.
Y adapter cables
The HP Digital Entertainment Center has RCA-type output
connectors. You may need to connect Y adapter cables
Select the cable that most closely matches
between your HP Digital Entertainment Center analog
your home system:
audio output and your powered speaker inputs. You can
also use them for audio inputs depending on your
equipment.
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
Use Y adapter cables with one female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch)
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.
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Y adapter cables and extension cables are
sold separately.
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2.1 Powered Speakers
To connect simple left/right stereo (2.0) active speakers:
2 Connect the female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch) mini-jack end
of the Y adapter cable to the Audio Line In cable of
the speaker amplifier.
Or
To connect two speakers and a subwoofer for 2.1
speaker output:
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
speaker documentation.
1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter
cable (sold separately) to the Front Right and Front
Left Audio Out connectors on the back of your
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
Subwoofer
AC
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
2.1 powered speaker installation
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4.1 Powered Speakers
To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers,
and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 speaker) output:
2 Connect the female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch) mini-jack end
of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the
speaker amplifier.
1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter
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.
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
speaker documentation.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
Subwoofer
AC
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
4.1 powered speaker installation
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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:
2 Connect the female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch) mini-jack end
of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the
speaker amplifier.
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter
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.
speaker documentation.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
Subwoofer
AC
Center Speaker
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Typical 5.1 powered speaker installation
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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
speaker documentation.
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.
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.
n
Some powered speakers can generate
(upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 input
channels. Refer to your product
documentation.
2 Connect the female 3.5-mm (1/8-inch) mini-jack end
of the Y adapters to the Audio Line In cables of the
speaker amplifier.
Subwoofer
AC
Center Speaker
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO T
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Typical 7.1 powered speaker installation
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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.
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Some powered speakers can generate
(upmix) the 7.1 audio with 5.1 input
channels. Refer to your product
documentation.
Do not connect analog multichannel speaker outputs if
you connect the digital output.
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.
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To connect six-channel (5.1 speaker) digital output to a
speaker digital input:
2 Connect the digital audio coaxial or optical cable to
the speakers.
3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the
1 Connect a digital audio coaxial or optical cable to
a Digital Audio Out connector on the back of your
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
speaker documentation.
4 Turn on the speaker system.
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
Coaxial Optical
Choose one
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75
Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Digital powered speaker installation (5.1 shown)
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Monitor Speakers
You can connect powered monitor speakers directly to
your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
You may need Y adapter cables.
You can:
n
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 IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Monitor speaker installation (2.0 shown)
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Audio In Connections
You can connect your existing home stereo or home
The Audio In connection can be used in conjunction with
sound recording software (application software sold
separately) to record audio from other external
equipment.
theater audio equipment, such as a tape player or
turntable, to your HP Digital Entertainment Center using
the Audio In stereo connectors on the back panel.
The following diagram shows a typical Audio In stereo
connection. This is only a suggested configuration. Your
system may be different.
Turntable
OUT
or Tape Player
Audio In
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Audio In stereo connection
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A turntable might require special phono
inputs through a mixer.
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FM Radio Antenna
The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes an FM radio The following diagram shows typical FM antenna
tuner.
connections:
To connect the FM radio antenna:
■
Indoor antenna
Or
1 Plug the FM radio antenna cable into the FM (Tuner)
■
Rooftop antenna (sold separately)
In connector on the back panel (75-Ohm Coaxial).
This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may
be different.
2 You may want to extend the ends of the cable to
improve your FM radio signal reception.
802.11 b/g
FM Antenna
ENNA
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DUAL
TUNER
75
Ω
COAXIAL
O
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
ANSMITTER OUT
2
1
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75
Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
FM radio antenna cable external or internal connection
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Connecting Video Out
This chapter describes how to connect the HP Digital
Entertainment Center to a TV or display monitor, so you
Chapter Contents:
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.
TV
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
HP Digital Entertainment Center
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Video Out Overview
Video Out Connection Overview
The back panel connector that you hook up to your TV is
labeled Video Out.
The type of video cable you need depends on your TV:
■
If your TV has a composite video jack, you may need
a composite video cable.
Choose a Video Out connector and corresponding cable
that attaches to the back of your TV:
■
If your TV 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.
Standard definition television:
■
■
■
Video (composite)
S-video
■
If your TV has a 20-pin SCART input, use the
composite video output and the provided SCART
adapter. See “Using the SCART Adapter” on
20-pin SCART (using provided adapter)
High definition capable plasma, LCD, or HDTV
display:
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
■
■
■
■
Video (composite)
S-video
VGA
DVI
additional cables, depending on your TV or monitor.
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.
■
■
VGA
DVI
When using an AV receiver, do not switch video types
such as connecting a Composite Out to a Component In.
Not all AV receivers support signal conversion.
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Video Out Connectors
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Item
Connector
Type
Color
Cable type
VIDEO
Video (composite)
RCA jack
Yellow
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
S-video
Y/C video
4-pin
Black
Blue
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT
VGA
Analog:
15-pin D-sub
Video Out
VGA
Digital Video Out (DVI)
Digital:
29-pin D-sub
DVI-I
White
DVI
Or
Analog:
Video Out
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
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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
You must manually set up dual displays. Only
either the TV or monitor, not both, will display after initial
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.
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.
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
monitor front panel to hear sound and see video.
You must select the correct input and output on the AV
receiver front panel or remote control to hear sound and
see video.
n
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 video equipment has multiple input
and output connections, then it has front
panel input and output switches.
If your TV has multiple input connections, then it has a
front panel input switch.
You must select the correct input and output
from the video equipment front panel or
remote control to hear sound and see video.
You must select the correct input and output on the TV
front panel or remote control to hear sound and see
video.
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Using the Remote Control with Your TV
You can use the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote
The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes one or two
control to change channels and adjust volume if you have Infrared Transmitter cables (IR blaster) that are required to
a cable box or satellite receiver, have installed the
Infrared Transmitter cable, and have configured the
remote control after initial turn on.
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
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.
Using the SCART Adapter
.
The supplied SCART adapter enables you to connect the
composite video output of your HP Digital Entertainment
Center to TVs that only accept a 20-pin SCART input.
In addition to the composite video input, the SCART
adapter enables you to connect left and right channel
audio signals to your TV.
The SCART adapter is shown in the following graphic.
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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 or SCART adapter
From HP Digital Entertainment Center through an AV
receiver, to a TV
From HP Digital Entertainment Center to a monitor
through a direct connection
From HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV and
monitor, dual-display option
(You must manually set dual displays.)
Other Video Equipment
Then see:
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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.
n
Connectors: Choose a Video Out connector and
corresponding cable that attaches to the back of your TV.
(If your TV uses a 20-pin SCART input, use the composite
video output and the provided SCART adapter. See
If the S-video and composite Video Out
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 turn off
automatically and you see no picture.
Standard
definition
TV
High
definition
display
You must restart to ensure Video Out
connection to your TV or AV receiver. Press
and hold down the On/Standby (power)
button for 4 seconds to turn off your
Monitor
Video
(composite)
Video
(composite)
HP Digital Entertainment Center. After it shuts
down, press the On/Standby button to turn
on your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
S-video
S-video
VGA
DVI
VGA
DVI
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.
Configuration: You can adjust the TV display, after
initial turn on, using the Media Center software. See
Procedure: Connect a video cable from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel Video Out directly to the
TV Video In.
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TV IN
SCART
adapter
S-video
Video
Choose one
AUDIO IN
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75
Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
OUT
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Video out to standard TV
HDTV IN
S-video
Video
VGA DVI
Choose one
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75
Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Video out to high-definition capable HDTV
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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.
Procedure:
1 Connect a video cable from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel Video Out to the
AV receiver Video In.
Connectors: Choose a Video Out connector and
corresponding cable that attaches to the back of your TV.
(If your TV uses a 20-pin SCART input, use the composite
video output and the provided SCART adapter. See
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 cross-connecting.
Standard
definition
TV
High
definition
display
n
Monitor
If the S-video and composite Video Out
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.
Video
(composite)
Video
(composite)
S-video
S-video
VGA
DVI
VGA
DVI
You must restart to ensure Video Out
connection to your TV or AV receiver. Press
and hold down the On/Standby (power)
button for 4 seconds to turn off your
HP Digital Entertainment Center. After it shuts
down, press the On/Standby button to turn
on your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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.
n
If your TV and AV receiver have multiple
input and output connections, then they have
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.
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TV IN
Choose one and
keep same type
as AV Receiver In
S-video
Video
AV Receiver
AV RECEIVER IN
AV RECEIVER OUT
S-video
Video
Choose one
AUDIO IN
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
10/ 100/ 1000
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
TV Out (through AV receiver)
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Video Out to Monitor
Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on
Equipment: The monitor and some cables may not be
included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See the
documentation that came with your monitor.
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.
Configuration: You can adjust the monitor display,
Connectors: For a monitor, choose one of the following after initial turn on, using the Media Center software. See
Video Out connectors and cables:
■
■
VGA
DVI
Procedure: Connect a monitor video cable from the
HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel Video Out
directly to the monitor Video In.
MONITOR IN
VGA
DVI
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 to hear sound and
see video.
Choose one
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Monitor out
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Video Out to TV and Monitor
Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on
Equipment: The TV, monitor, and some cables may not
your TV or monitor, you can use your TV or monitor as an be included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See
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.
the documentation that came with your TV and monitor.
Configuration: You can adjust the TV and monitor
displays, after initial turn on, using the Media Center.
Connectors: Choose Video Out connectors and
corresponding cables that attach to the back of your TV
and monitor. (If your TV uses a 20-pin SCART input, use
the composite video output and the provided SCART
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 DVI Video
Out connectors.
Standard
definition
TV
High
definition
display
2 Connect your TV to the HP Digital Entertainment
Center back panel. Use the Video (composite),
or S-video Video Out connectors for standard
definition TVs.
Monitor
Video
(composite)
Video
(composite)
3 After initial turn on, you will need to activate dual
S-video
S-video
VGA
DVI
VGA
DVI
n
If the S-video and Video (composite)
Video Out 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 can use the following combinations to connect your
TV and monitor:
If one display
uses:
The other display
can use:
You must restart to ensure Video Out
connection to your TV or AV receiver. Press
and hold down the On/Standby (power)
button for 4 seconds to turn off your
HP Digital Entertainment Center. After it shuts
down, press the On/Standby button to turn
on your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
VGA Out
Video Out (composite)
S-video Out
DVI Out
DVI Out
Video Out (composite)
S-video Out
VGA Out
You cannot view a combination of Video (composite) and
S-video Video Out at the same time with dual displays.
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n
If your TV or monitor has multiple input
connections, select the correct input on the
TV or monitor.
.
MONITOR IN
TV IN
VGA
DVI
S-video
Video
Choose one
Choose one
AUDIO IN
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75
Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
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DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
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Connecting TV Source In
This chapter describes how to connect TV source input
from a set-top box such as a cable box or satellite
Chapter Contents:
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.
n
Cable
For additional information on connecting the
cable box or satellite receiver, refer to the
documentation that came with your
Set-top box
Infrared Transmitter
equipment and the Start Here booklet.
On/Standby
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TV Source Overview
TV Signal Source Overview
You must connect a TV signal to the HP Digital
Entertainment Center for proper operation.
The back panel TV Source connectors are:
■
■
■
TV Source 1 In
TV Source 2 In (select models only)
Cable/Antenna In RF
TV Sources
The back panel connectors are TV Source 1 In and
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:
TV Source 2 In:
■
■
For a cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite
receiver use TV Source 1 In or TV Source 2 In (select
models only).
Single-tuner
TV Source
1 In
A single tuner allows you to watch or
record one program only.
For an 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.
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.
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.
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TV Source Connectors Overview
Your standard television set-top box has one or more of
the following video output connectors and cables:
The type of video cable you need depends on your
set-top box:
■
■
■
Coaxial (RF)
Video (composite)
S-video
■
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.
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.
■
■
If your set-top box has a composite video jack, you
need a composite video cable.
If you are connecting dual set-top box sources to the
HP Digital Entertainment Center dual tuner with a
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.
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TV Source Connectors
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Item
Connector
Type
Color
Cable
TV SOURCE
L
1
Audio TV Source 1 In
RCA jacks
White: Left
Red: Right
R
AUDIO
Video (composite)
TV Source 1 In
RCA jack
Yellow
Black
Silver
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-video (4-pin)
TV Source 1 In
Y/C video
Analog 4-pin
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
CABLE/ANT. IN FM A
Cable/Antenna In
With internal splitter to
dual-tuners
Coaxial
DUAL
TUNER
TV SOURCE
2
Audio TV Source 2 In
(Select models only)
RCA jacks
White: Left
Red: Right
R
L
AUDIO
IN
2
S-video TV Source 2 In
(select models only)
Y/C video
Analog 4-pin
Black
Silver
S-VIDEO
Infrared Transmitter Out
2 ports: 3.5
mm (1/8 inch)
mini-jacks
OUT
2
1
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Typical TV Source Connections
These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different.
Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system:
Display/video
TV source type
Antenna
configuration
Connector
See:
From antenna
TV Antenna In
TV Antenna In
Cable
Cable directly from the wall
(without a cable TV set-top box
or digital cable receiver)
One cable TV set-top box or
digital cable receiver
TV Source 1 In
Or
TV Antenna In
Two cable TV set-top boxes, or
digital cable receivers
TV Source 1 In
TV Source 2 In
Satellite
One satellite receiver
Two satellite receivers
TV Source 1 In
Or
TV Antenna In
TV Source 1 In
TV Source 2 In
Then see:
“Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 90 (cable TV box, digital cable receiver, or satellite receiver only)
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Antenna Connection
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
Antenna
:
If you are using a broadcast television antenna (sold
Roof TV Antenna
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
TV ANTENNA IN
your external or internal TV antenna into
DUAL
TUNER
the TV Antenna In connector on the back of
the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
2 Gently push the connector to ensure a good
connection.
Coaxial
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
TV signal source — TV antenna
.
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Cable Only
If you are using a standard cable without a set-top box or
digital cable receiver, do the following to connect the TV
signal source:
1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from
2 Gently push the connector to ensure a good
TV ANTENNA IN
your TV cable (wall) into the Cable/Ant
connection.
DUAL
TUNER
connector on the back of the HP Digital
Entertainment Center. This connection
supplies the TV signal source for both TV tuners.
.
Cable
From
Wall
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
TV signal source (cable)
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One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver
Connect the TV signal source from the standard cable TV
set-top box or digital cable receiver (sold separately) into
the 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.
If you are using a standard set-top box or digital cable
receiver with S-video or composite video output, do the
following:
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
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.
4 Connect the set-top box Infrared Transmitter cable
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
Connect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In
connector.
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Cable
From
Wall
Coaxial
OUT
Set-top box 1
Infrared Transmitter
Choose one
Video S-video
Coaxial
TV Source 1
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
R
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
AC IN
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
AUDIO
2
1
DIGITAL
OUT
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
TV signal source — one cable TV or digital cable box
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Two Cable TV Boxes, or
Two Digital Cable Receivers
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.
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.
Connect the TV signal source from each set-top box or
digital cable receiver into each of the HP Digital
Entertainment Center tuners’ TV Source 1 and TV
Source 2.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
If you are using two matching set-top cable boxes or
digital cable receivers with S-video or composite video
output, do the following:
4 Connect a video cable for set-top box 2:
a Choose a video out connector; use the same type
1 Make sure that:
as set-top box 1:
■ 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” on page 85.
■
■
Video (composite)
S-video
b Connect the video cable from the
set-top box or digital cable receiver back
panel video output connector.
■ 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” on page 85.
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]):
2 Connect a video cable for set-top box 1.
a Choose a Video Out connector:
a From the set-top box or digital cable receiver
back Audio Out right (red) and Audio Out left
(white) connectors.
■
■
Video (composite)
S-video
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 2 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
b Connect the video cable from the
set-top box or digital cable receiver back
panel video output connector.
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6 Connect the set-top box 1 Infrared Transmitter cable
7 Connect the set-top box 2 Infrared Transmitter cable
.
Cable From Wall
Cable From Wall
Coaxial
Coaxial
Source 1
Source 2
Set-top box 1
Set-top box 2
Infrared Transmitter
Note: Connect same
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
set-top box only
Choose one
S-video
Choose one
Video
Video
S-video
AUDIO IN
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
L
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
TV signal source — two digital cable boxes
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Satellite Connection
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
One Satellite Receiver
Connect the TV signal source from the satellite receiver
into the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
3 Connect stereo audio cables (skip this step if using
coaxial [RF]):
If you are using a satellite receiver (sold separately) with
S-video or composite video output, do the following:
a From the satellite receiver back panel Audio Out
right (red) connector and Audio Out left (white)
connectors.
1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your
dish source is plugged into the satellite receiver In
connector.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 1 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
2 Connect a video cable.
4 Connect the satellite receiver Infrared Transmitter
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
Connect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In
connector.
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Satellite Receiver
OUT
Coaxial
Infrared Transmitter
Choose one
Video S-video
Coaxial
TV Source 1
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
TV signal source — one satellite receiver
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Two Satellite Receivers
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.
4 Connect a video cable for satellite receiver 2:
a Choose a video out connector, use the same type
as satellite receiver 1:
■
■
Video (composite)
S-video
Connect the TV signal source from each satellite receiver
into each HP Digital Entertainment Center tuner.
b Connect the video cable from the
satellite receiver back panel video output
connector.
If you are using two matching satellite receivers with
S-video or composite video output, do the following:
c
Connect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 2 In
connector.
1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your
dish source is plugged into two cable outputs, and
each satellite receiver In connector.
5 Connect stereo audio cables for satellite receiver 2
2 Connect a video cable for satellite receiver 1:
a Choose a Video Out connector:
(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.
■
■
Video (composite)
S-video
b Connect the video cable from the
satellite receiver back panel video output
connector.
b Into the HP Digital Entertainment Center back
panel TV Source 2 In Audio right (red) and Audio
left (white) connectors.
c
Connect the video cable into the HP Digital
Entertainment Center back panel TV Source 1 In
connector.
6 Connect the satellite receiver 1 Infrared Transmitter
3 Connect stereo audio cables for satellite receiver 1
7 Connect the satellite receiver 2 Infrared Transmitter
(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.
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Coaxial (RF)
Source 1
Source 2
Satellite Receiver 2
Infrared Transmitter
Satellite Receiver 1
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
Note: Connect same
set-top box only
Choose one
Choose one
Video
S-video
Video
S-video
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
TV signal source — two satellite receivers (select models only)
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Infrared Transmitter Connection
Infrared Transmitter Overview
The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes infrared
The remote receiver is on the front of the cable box,
transmitters that make it easy to control one or two set-top digital cable box, or satellite receiver. It receives Infrared
boxes. If you connect a set-top box such as a digital cable commands from your cable box remote control or from
box or a satellite receiver to the HP Digital Entertainment
the Infrared Transmitter cable. The remote receiver is
Center, then you must also use the Infrared (IR) Transmitter sometimes hidden behind a panel of dark, transparent
control cable.
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.
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.
n
The Infrared Transmitter connection is
required for a signal with a set-top box.
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.
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Set-top box 1
Infrared Transmitter
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Infrared Transmitter connection (one set-top box)
Set-top box 2
Set-top box 1
NOTE: Connect set-top
box only
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Infrared Transmitter connection (two set-top boxes; select models only)
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Infrared Transmitter Installation
If you have a cable TV receiver, satellite receiver, or other
set-top box that controls your TV signal, connect the
Infrared Transmitter sensor:
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.
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.
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.)
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.
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.
■
Use the set-top box remote control to locate its IR
remote receiver area: Hold the remote control
very close (within 2.54 centimeters/1 inch) 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.
7 Repeat these steps for the second set-top box.
■
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.
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The following illustration shows the Infrared Transmitter installation.
Cable or Satellite
Set-top box
Attach
to IR window
Remove tape
Infrared Transmitter
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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.
Chapter Contents:
The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many
different video input and audio/video output options and
connections. Your system may have different components.
VCR
w
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
On/Standby
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Video Equipment Overview
Connectors
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
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OUT
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REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
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ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
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1
2
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TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
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DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
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S-VIDEO
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OPTICAL
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OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Item
Connector
Type
Color
Cable
TV SOURCE
1
Audio:
RCA jacks
RCA jack
Analog:
White: Left
Red: Right
R
L
TV Source 1 In
AUDIO
Video:
TV Source 1 In
Yellow
Black
Silver
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-video TV:
Source 1 In
Y/C video 4-pin
CABLE/ANT. IN FM
Cable/Antenna In
With internal splitter to dual-tuners
Coaxial
DUAL
TUNER
TV SOURCE
Audio:
TV Source 2 In
RCA jacks
White: Left
Red: Right
R
L
AUDIO
S-video TV Source 2 In
Analog:
Y/C video 4-pin
(optional)
Black
2
IN
(Select models only)
S-VIDEO
Use S-video to composite adapter
to connect composite video
Additional cables and the S-video to composite adapter are sold separately.
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Video Equipment Connection Overview
Standard video equipment has one or more of the
following video out connectors and cables:
■
■
■
Coaxial (RF)
Composite
S-video
n
If your video equipment has multiple input
and output connections, then it has front
panel input and output switches.
The type of video cable you need depends on
your video equipment:
You must select the correct input and output
from the video equipment front panel or
remote control to hear sound and see video.
■
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.
You can also connect your digital video camera to
work with the HP Digital Entertainment Center
through FireWire (IEEE 1394) connectors.
■
If your video equipment has a composite video jack,
you need a composite video cable.
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
n
The HP Digital Entertainment Center is
intended for legal purposes only and not
designed to record retail movie title DVDs.
Connect video game boxes directly to
your TV.
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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
VCR
Display/video configuration
See:
VCR direct to HP Digital Entertainment
Center
From HP Digital Entertainment Center to
VCR to TV
Camcorder
Digital
Analog
Then see:
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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
OUT
Choose
one
Note: Do not connect audio
cables if connecting
coaxial cable.
Video S-video
Coaxial
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VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
VCR connection
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Wall to VCR to TV Using Coaxial Cable
1 Remove the coaxial cable at the input to the VCR.
Cable From Wall
2 Connect the coaxial cable to the input of a signal
splitter (available at electronics stores).
3 Connect two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs.
4 Connect one coaxial cable to the input of the VCR.
Coaxial
5 Connect one coaxial cable to the TV Source 1 in
back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Set-top box
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.
Cable From Wall
Coaxial
VCR
Coaxial
VCR
Coaxial
Coaxial
TV
TV
Existing setups with and without set-top box
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Splitter
Coaxial
Wall
Coaxial
VCR
VCR IN
VCR OUT
Coaxial
TV IN 1
TV
Coaxial
TV IN 2
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OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
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AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Wall to VCR to TV using coaxial cable (Add the HP Digital Entertainment Center with a splitter)
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Wall
Coaxial
Set-top box
CABLE IN
CABLE OUT
Infrared
Transmitter
Coaxial
2
Way Splitter
Splitter
Coaxial
VCR
TV
VCR IN
VCR OUT
Coaxial
Coaxial
TV IN 2
TV IN 1
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VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
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REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
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DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
R
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
S-VIDEO
VGA
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Wall to set-top box VCR to TV using coaxial cable (add with a splitter)
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Video Camera Connection
Refer to the HP support Web site for detailed
information about advanced video setup. Go to
Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder
Connectors:
To connect a digital video camera:
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.
1 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center, and wait
for the desktop to appear. See “Initial Configuration”
2 Turn on the digital video camera.
Some cameras use a USB connector. See the
documentation that came with your 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.
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.
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.
Procedure:
The following instructions apply only to digital video
If a Digital Video Device Auto Play window appears
when you connect your camera, click Cancel.
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On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
DV IN
4-Pin
FireWire Cable
(IEEE 1394)
Digital
Video
Camcorder
Connect a digital video camcorder (front panel)
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REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
6-Pin
FireWire Cable
(IEEE 1394)
Digital
Video
Camcorder
Connect a digital video camcorder (back panel)
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Recognizing the digital video camcorder
If the HP Digital Entertainment Center does not recognize
5 Click the plus sign (+) next to imaging devices. If the
your digital video camera:
name of the camera appears under imaging devices
the device is ready. If the name is not there, try the
following:
■
Click Action, and then Scan for hardware
changes. Look in Device Manager for a new
addition under imaging devices.
2 Click Start, and then click Control Panel.
3 Click Performance and Maintenance,
■
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 Software Guide.
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Connecting an Analog Camcorder
Connecting an analog camera for video input (capture)
Connectors:
To connect an analog video camera:
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”
2 Connect the video camera transfer cable from the
camera to the S-video connector or to the composite
and audio connectors on the front of the HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
Procedure:
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
Analog
Camcorder
Choose
one
S-video
Video
Connect an analog video camera for source input
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Connecting the Network
Your system must have working broadband
Internet to operate properly.
Chapter Contents:
The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many
different network options, connections, and
configurations. You can connect your HP Digital
Entertainment Center to a:
■
■
Wireless 802.11 b/g network
Wired Ethernet port 10/100/1000
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.
n
Internet
Peripheral devices are sold separately.
Broadband Modem
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.
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
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Peripheral Connection Overview
Front Panel
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary.)
HP Personal Media Drive Bay
HP Digital Entertainment Center
USB and card readers
1394 input/output
Connector
Name
Description
Behind Upper Right Door
HP Personal Media Drive Bay
Removable hard disk
HP Digital Entertainment Center
Behind Lower Right Door
Card readers behind lower right door
LED: Green (with media inserted)
Off (no media inserted)
SmartMedia
/
xD
MMC
/
SD
HI SPEED
USB 2.0
9-in-1 Memory card readers
SmartMedia/xD, MMC/SD,
CompactFlash I/II, Microdrive,
MS/MS-Pro USB 2.0 (2)
CompactFlash I/II
MS
/
MS PRO
SmartMedia
/
xD
MMC
MS
/
SD
HI SPEED
USB 2.0
CompactFlash I/II
/
MS PRO
KEYBOARD
Behind Left Door
Front button and inputs — see below
CONNECT
FRONT INPUT
1394
AV connectivity for capturing
analog and digital video from
camcorders.
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
DV IN HEADPHONES MIC IN
1394
1394
FireWire (IEEE 1394), 4-pin DV input/output
for digital video or removable hard disk drive
L
AUDIO
DV IN HEDPHONES MIC
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Back Panel
(Location, availability, and number of connectors may vary. Some cables are sold separately.)
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VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
ACTIVITY
LINK
BACK
VIDEO
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Connector
Name
Description
Cable
USB 2.0
High-speed USB, 4 ports
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394
FireWire (IEEE 1394),
6-pin DV input/output for hard disk drive
RJ-45 10/100/1000
1394
Ethernet
10/100/1000
ETHERNET
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
Wireless LAN
Removable Antenna
Coaxial wireless LAN 802.11 b/g
802.11 b/g
LEDs (2)
Activity: Blinks when transmitting/
receiving data
ACTIVITY
LINK
Link: Solid green when wireless LAN is
enabled and connected. Blinks when
wireless LAN is scanning.
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Typical Network Connections
This section describes how to connect the HP Digital
These are only suggested configurations. Your system
may be different.
Entertainment Center to the Internet, so you can
download the Television Program Guide and surf
the Web.
Select the configuration that most closely matches your
home system:
Connection
Internet
Network configuration
See:
From an 802.11 b/g wireless
network
Wireless or Ethernet
(10BaseT)
From a DSL modem or cable
modem to a router
Or
Fast Ethernet
(100BaseT)
From a DSL modem or cable
modem
Or
Gigabit Ethernet
(1000BaseT)
Then see:
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Connecting the Wireless
Network Antenna
You can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a
A wireless access point and a wireless router are required
and sold separately. Wireless Internet use requires a
separately purchased Internet service contract.
802.11 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 b/g
Your HP Digital Entertainment Center connects with other
wireless product(s) via 802.11 b/g technology. The
802.11 b/g wireless LAN function allows you to connect
to your home network and other devices that are
compatible with the 802.11 b/g wireless LAN. The
wireless LAN connects to the Internet.
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.
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
COAXIAL
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO C
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
Wireless router Internet connection
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2 You may want to move the end of the antenna away
from the HP Digital Entertainment Center to improve
your signal reception.
To connect a Wi-Fi antenna to the HP Digital
Entertainment Center:
1 Screw the antenna into the Wireless LAN Removable
Antenna connector on to the back panel, as shown in
the following illustration:
3 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:
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.
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
EO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
ACTIVITY
LINK
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
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.
DUAL
TUNER
75Ω
COAXIAL
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
VGA
TV SOURCE
1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
2
1
NET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
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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 IN
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
802.11 b/g
SURROUND SURROUND CENTER
FRONT
L
BACK
ACTIVITY
LINK
VIDEO
L
L
L
TV SOURCE
L
1
2
IN
TV ANTENNA IN FM ANTENNA IN
DVI
R
DUAL
75Ω
100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz
AC IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
TUNER
COAXIAL
R
R
R
SUB
R
S-VIDEO
VGA
WOOFER
TV SOURCE
COAXIAL
10/ 100/ 1000
R
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT
OPTICAL
1 Connect an RJ-45 network cable (sold separately)
from the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel
Ethernet connector to a DSL or cable modem.
2
1
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
HI SPEED USB 2.0
1394 ETHERNET
DIGITAL VIDEO OUT
2 Check the following:
RJ-45
a The DSL or cable modem is connected to an
outside Internet connection.
b The DSL or cable modem power LED and connect
DSL/Cable
Modem
LEDs are on.
Refer to your DSL/cable modem and ISP documentation
to establish a connection.
Wall
Internet
DSL/Cable modem direct Internet connection
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Connecting Through a Router
If you already have a home network functioning, you can
AUDIO IN
L
AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
WIRELESS LAN
REMOVABLE ANTENNA
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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.
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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
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:
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
c
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
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USB Device Connection
Digital Still Camera
The following instructions apply only to digital still
cameras.
On/Standby
HP Digital Entertainment Center
When connecting a digital still camera, use a USB
connector on the front or back of the 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.
3 Connect the camera transfer cable into the 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.
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5 A Found New Hardware message displays. Wait
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.
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Camera
Digital still camera connection (back panel)
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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:
USB 2.0 (x2)
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iPod
USB
MP3 player
iPod
drive
USB drive
USB device connection (front panel)
External hard disk drive
Printer
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Digital video camera
Digital still camera
PDA (personal digital assistant)
Keyboard
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Mouse
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
Digital camera
Printer
iPod
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.
USB device connection (back panel)
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Connecting an
HP Personal Media Drive
The HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel includes
a drive bay that houses the HP Personal Media Drive
(drive included with select models only). The drive bay
has an internal USB port and power connector.
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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.
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).
You can easily insert and remove the drive from the bay
without turning off the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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.
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.
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 Software Guide.
The drive may feel warm. This is normal to
allow faster heat dissipation.
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Installing an HP Personal Media Drive
To connect an HP Personal Media Drive to the HP Digital
Entertainment Center:
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.
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.
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.
2 Open the HP Personal Media Drive bay front
panel door.
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:
2 Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then
HP Media Drive.
3 Connect the HP Personal Media Drive.
4 Follow the onscreen instructions.
1 Press Media Center on the remote control.
For instructions about using the HP Personal Media
Drive software, refer to the documentation that came
with your HP Personal Media Drive.
You can also click Start on the taskbar,
and select Media Center.
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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.
4 Select the HP Personal Media Drive, and then
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.
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5 Click Close.
When your HP Digital Entertainment Center is
in standby mode (a reduced power state), the
drive turns off.
6 Open the HP Personal Media Drive bay front
panel door.
7 Disconnect the drive from the HP Digital
To disconnect your HP Personal Drive safely:
Entertainment Center.
1 Close Media Center and all other programs that may
be accessing your HP Personal Media Drive.
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.
Disconnecting the HP Personal Media Drive
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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.
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Initial Configuration
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.
Chapter Contents:
When you complete the procedures in this chapter, you
can use your HP Digital Entertainment Center in your
home entertainment center. Refer to the Software Guide.
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You should only perform the procedures in
this chapter after all cables have been
connected.
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Make sure you have followed all safety
instructions for your HP Digital Entertainment
Center, especially the important AC power
information.
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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
To set up your system:
Entertainment Center. Power on only after you have
completed the full setup.
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.
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Use only AA alkaline batteries in the
keyboard.
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Initial Startup
After you have connected the equipment, you are ready
to turn on the system.
4 Press the On/Standby (power) button
on the front
of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The system
starts.
1 Make sure the video and audio cables are
connected before you turn on the TV and the
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Power On
On/Standby
2 Turn on all connected system equipment, such as TVs,
set-top boxes, and AV receivers.
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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.
The display on the TV screen may not be optimized until
after you set the display settings.
Surge Protector
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instructions for your HP Digital Entertainment
Center, especially the important AC power
information.
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Syncing the Keyboard
Test the keyboard after the operating system is loaded.
Move the trackball to see if the cursor moves.
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 sync.
If the keyboard does not operate, you must synchronize
the keyboard with the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Important: If you press the button twice, you will
need to repeat steps 1 through 4.
To sync 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.
4 Test the keyboard. Move the trackball, and see if the
cursor moves.
5 If the keyboard does not operate:
a Check the batteries.
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 (sync) with the keyboard.
b Repeat steps 1 through 4.
On/Standby
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Windows Welcome
The system starts and displays the initial
6 Select Automatic Updates. Click Next.
7 Name your system. Click Next.
8 Select Finish.
Microsoft® Windows® setup screen for the first power
on only. You will need the keyboard to navigate the
screens.
To set up Windows for the first time:
A countdown displays.
1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the initial
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After the countdown the screen goes blank.
Microsoft Windows setup.
■ Do not turn off your system during this
one-time setup process. This takes approximately
8 to 10 minutes.
2 Click Next to set up your system.
3 Select your country/region and language in System
Settings. Change is optional. Click Next.
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Windows restarts automatically.
9 After the system restarts, you will begin the Media
4 Select your Time Zone. Change is optional.
Click Next.
5 Read the terms and conditions of the End Users
License Agreement and if you agree, accept the
terms and conditions. Click Next.
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.
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Media Center First Run
The initial Media Center setup wizard consists of required
setup and the optional setup.
Required Media Center Setup
The system displays the initial Media Center setup wizard To set up Media Center for the first time:
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.
1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the initial
Media Center startup wizard. These instructions
include choosing:
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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.
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When Media Center is open, you can press F1
on the keyboard to open Media Center Help.
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Optional Media Center 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.
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.
In this portion of the Media Center wizard, you will:
4 Set up and download the Television Program Guide.
You need your ZIP or postal code.
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Configure tuners, TV signal, and Television Program
Guide information.
5 Choose and, if needed, adjust the display settings.
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Select and adjust Media Center display settings.
Set up speakers.
6 Choose the number of speakers you have. You can
also test the speakers.
Teach the HP Digital Entertainment Center to control
your cable TV or satellite receiver set-top box.
7 If you selected 5.1 or 7.1 speakers, or if you are
using S/PDIF (digital), you must set the DVD player
To set up optional components in Media Center:
1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the Media Center
Optional Components startup wizard.
2 Confirm your country/region.
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on the keyboard to open Media Center Help.
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Using Media Center Setup Wizard for
Optional Setup of your TV Display
If your TV connects to the system using a composite or
S-video connection, the Media Center Setup Wizard
cannot make automatic adjustment of settings for your
TV display. Instead of using the wizard for automatic
adjustment, set the TV display by using the Windows
Desktop Properties. See “Tuning the Desktop Display”
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If you choose the option Preview Automatic
Adjustment, the screen may appear black or
seem to halt for approximately 20 seconds.
Wait until the wizard screen reappears,
choose “Do not adjust any settings”, click
Next, and then continue with the next step in
this procedure.
This automatic adjustment is available during the
Optional Setup, within the option Optimize how Media
Center looks on your display. During the Media Center
Setup Wizard, at the Optional Setup, do the following:
1 Select Optimize how Media Center looks on
your display.
2 Select the display type for Identify Your
Display Type.
3 Select the Connection Type for your TV display.
4 Do the following for your type of video connection:
Video Out
Option
Action
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Click Next.
Composite
or
S-video
On the next screen, select
Keep my current
settings and continue.
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Click Next.
Do not select the option Preview
Automatic Adjustment.
DVI or
VGA
Continue using the wizard
because the wizard can adjust
your TV display.
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If Your Connections Don’t Work
You can use Media Center wizards to walk you through
the connection process:
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Pictures
Music
DVD
1 Press Media Center on the remote control.
Messenger and Caller ID
You can also click Start on the taskbar, and
select Media Center.
Radio
Help
2 Click Settings.
4 Follow the onscreen instructions.
3 Click one of the following topics:
5 If you cannot connect to the Internet, the wizard
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General
TV
displays automatically.
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Adjusting the Front Panel Display Brightness
You can adjust the brightness of the HP Digital
3 Change the front panel brightness.
Entertainment Center front panel media info display.
4 Set adjustment for manual or automatic. Automatic
changes the display brightness based on room light
level.
This setting does not control the brightness of the
On/Standby (power) button or Media Center mode
status LEDs.
5 Click Save.
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.
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Configuring Audio
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
Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with a
headphones connector (6.5-mm [1/4-inch]) on the front
panel.
You can connect a mini plug adapter (sold separately)
into the 6.5-mm (1/4-inch) plug to use 3.5-mm (1/8-inch)
mini-jack headphones.
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.
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Selecting recording devices
To select a sound recording device:
5 In the Sound Recording area, click the Volume
button, and then choose the source for sound
recording.
1 Click Start on the taskbar.
2 Choose Control Panel.
6 Click OK.
3 Click Sounds and Audio Devices (or Sounds,
Speech, and Audio Devices). The Sounds and
Audio Devices window opens.
7 Close the window.
4 Click the Audio tab. The window opens.
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This window is easier to read on a monitor. You can
lower the display resolution to read the window. You
will need the keyboard.
Audio distortion may occur if recording
volume is set too high.
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Adjusting the Volume
To adjust speaker volume, use the:
Locating the volume icon
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Remote control
If you do not see the Volume icon on the taskbar:
TV
1 Click Start, and then Control Panel. Click
Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, if it is
available.
AV receiver
Buttons on the keyboard
Volume knob on the speakers
Volume knob on the subwoofer
Volume knob on the monitor (if connected)
2 Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices. The
Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window
opens.
Volume controls within a program,
such as the volume buttons on the Media Center
navigation bar or on the remote control
This window is easier to read on a monitor. You can
lower the display resolution to read the window. You
will need the keyboard.
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Volume icon on the taskbar
Double-click and adjust the volume.
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.
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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.
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.
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Configuring Audio Output
You must adjust the audio settings in two places after you
The following table shows which procedures to perform
have installed and connected the HP Digital Entertainment for your audio system. If you set up speakers using the
Center to your audio system.
Media Center Optional Components wizard, then set up
the audio for the DVD player only.
Configure both the Media Center speaker settings and
audio for the DVD player.
Media Center
speaker
settings
DVD audio
setting
(TV Audio)
Procedure
2 (default)
2 speakers;
Dolby Surround
Compatible
(default)
Default, no audio output configuration required.
5.1
7.1
5.1
7.1
Digital Audio
S/PDIF on
(default)
Digital Audio
S/PDIF off
(default)
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.
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Configuring audio for Media Center
To configure multichannel audio output for Media Center
4 Under Specify how many speakers you have, select
audio:
the speaker number that matches your system. For
example, select 5.1. Click Next.
1 Press Media Center on the remote control.
5 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.
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.
6 Click Finish.
3 Click Next.
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If your speaker configuration is not
displayed, click the Sound Effect (speaker)
icon in the desktop system tray.
Configuring audio for the DVD player
To configure multichannel audio output for the Media
3 Set sound output to match your speaker system.
Center DVD playback:
For example, select 5.1 for analog audio
connections. If you have a digital audio connection,
select S/PDIF.
1 Press Media Center on the remote control.
You can also click Start on the taskbar, and
select Media Center.
4 Click Save.
2 Click Settings, DVD, Audio, and then
Configuration.
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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
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
your TV and monitor.
Video software changes periodically; check HP Support
and select your model number.
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.
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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.
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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.
Changing screens
Once you have configured for dual screen, you can
quickly change where the HP Digital Entertainment Center
desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. (Press the Alt key
and the F5 key on the keyboard at the same time.)
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.
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
To view your HP Digital Entertainment Center screen
image on a second TV or monitor:
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1 Make sure the video and audio cables are
connected before you turn on the TV and the
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
You can also click on the Display Settings
shortcut on the desktop, or right-click an
empty area of the desktop and choose
Properties. The Display Properties window
opens. Click the Settings tab.
2 Turn on the TV. Press the Video/TV button on the
TV remote control to select the Video input.
3 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
4 Press Media Center on the remote control.
6 Click Advanced button. The Display Properties
window opens.
You can also click Start on the taskbar, and
select Media Center.
7 Click Settings.
5 Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then
Resolution. The Display Settings window opens.
8 Click the Advanced button.
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9 Click the Displays tab.
10 Select the screen.
The monitors and TVs are shown. The upper-left
corner of each display icon is a button and a status
indicator. A red corner indicates an inactive display;
a green corner indicates an active display.
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Dual Screen: To view the display on your monitor
and TV simultaneously, click the upper-left corner
of the TV icon. It becomes green. Both the
monitor and the TV should have green corners.
Or
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Single Screen: To view the display on just the TV,
click the TV corner. It becomes green. Then click
the monitor corner so it is red.
11 Click Apply.
12 When the HP Digital Entertainment Center image
appears on the TV screen, click Yes to keep the
setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new
setting before it reverts to the previous setting.
13 Click the OK button to save changes. Click OK
again to close the Display Properties window.
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Disabling the dual screen option
When you want to disconnect the TV from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center, you may need to disable the TV
option to return your HP Digital Entertainment Center
display to its original resolution.
6 Click the Displays tab.
The monitors and TVs are shown. The upper-left
corner of each display icon is a button and a status
indicator. A red corner indicates an inactive display;
a green corner indicates an active display.
To disable the TV or monitor dual screen option and view
your HP Digital Entertainment Center image on the
original display:
This window is easier to read on a monitor. You can
lower the display resolution to read the window. You
will need the keyboard.
1 Press Media Center on the remote control.
7 Click the upper-left corner of the TV icon so it is red,
and then click the upper-left corner of the monitor
icon so it is green. Click the Apply button.
You can also click Start on the taskbar, and
select Media Center.
2 Click More Programs, HP Settings, and then
Resolution.
8 When the HP Digital Entertainment Center image
appears on the TV screen, click Yes to keep the
setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new
setting before it reverts to the previous setting.
3 Click OK at the prompt to open the display settings
window.
4 Click the Advanced button.
9 Click the OK button to save changes, and then click
OK again to close the Display Properties window.
5 Click Advanced button. The Display Properties
window opens.
Disconnecting the TV
To disconnect the TV:
3 Remove the video cable from the HP Digital
Entertainment Center Video Out and TV In.
2 Turn off the TV and the HP Digital Entertainment
Center.
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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 may be
difficult to read on some TVs.
b At the Settings tab, select the resolution that
provides the best viewing.
This window is easier to read on a monitor. You
can lower the display resolution to read the
window. You will need the keyboard.
Lowering the display resolution can make messages and
dialogs easier to read by enlarging the text. This utility
has three common resolutions. This utility does not change
the resolution within Media Center, but raises or lowers
the resolution of the Windows XP desktop display.
6 Click Apply.
7 Click Exit.
To adjust the Windows desktop display resolution:
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
Resolution.
3 Click OK.
To open the Display Properties window from the
Windows desktop:
4 Choose your display resolution: High, Medium,
or Low.
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Right click on the desktop. Select Properties.
5 Select advanced display settings if the resolution
provided in the utility still cannot display on your
TV well:
Or
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Click Start, Control Panel, Appearance, and
then click Display (recommended for monitor
display).
a Click the Advanced button. The Windows
Display Properties displays.
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).
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Configuring the System
You can customize your HP Digital Entertainment Center
system settings.
See:
Plasma TV/Display Image Retention
Your plasma or LCD display may permanently retain an
image if a still image is displayed for prolonged periods
(plasma TVs are particularly susceptible to image
retention). To avoid image retention, follow these
guidelines:
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Always use a low-contrast screen saver from your
HP Digital Entertainment Center display settings
(select Start, Control Panel, Appearance and
Themes, Choose a screen saver).
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Use low-contrast colors for desktop background
images.
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Reduce TV brightness to around 50 percent.
After displaying any still image, play back a video in
the Wide or Full screen setting for over three times
longer than the previous still image was displayed.
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Avoid keeping a stationary (static) image on the
screen for extended periods. Stationary images
include, but are not limited to:
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Media Center User Interface or PC desktop.
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Still images and photos, or video paused for
prolonged periods.
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Configuring the Keyboard Buttons
You can configure some of your HP Digital Entertainment
Center shortcut keyboard buttons.
5 Choose the button capability from the drop-down list.
Enter the Display label and Address information.
For a Web site, enter the complete Web site URL in
the Address box. Example:
1 Click Start on the taskbar, choose Control Panel,
and then click Printers and Other Hardware, if
it is available.
6 Click OK.
2 Double-click Keyboard.
7 On the Buttons tab, click Apply. Repeat steps 4
3 In the Keyboard Properties window that opens, click
the Buttons tab.
through 6 for other buttons.
8 Click OK when you are finished.
4 Double-click the button you want to change.
Registering with HP
To register with HP to receive changes, updates, and
support:
3 Follow onscreen instructions, using the keyboard and
trackball.
You can also register with HP in the following ways:
1 Press Media Center on the remote control.
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Double-click the registration icon on your desktop,
and follow onscreen instructions.
You can also click Start on the taskbar, and
select Media Center.
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Register online at:
2 Click More Programs, HP Support, and then
Register Now.
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Setting Up Virus Protection
You should use virus protection if you connect to the
Internet. Refer to the Software Guide to set up the virus
protection software.
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.
Installing Software
After you turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center the
Choose software that is compatible with your HP Digital
first time and then restart it, you can install any additional Entertainment Center; check the operating system,
software programs that came on CDs or DVDs included in memory, and other requirements listed for the new
the HP Digital Entertainment Center box (select models
only).
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.
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HP Settings Utility Program
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:
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DVD
Front Panel
HP Media Drive
Video Settings
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Troubleshooting
This section contains possible solutions for some problems
you may be experiencing with the HP Digital
Entertainment Center.
Chapter Contents:
For other sources of information, see “Getting Help” on
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Problems and Solutions
Audio
Find the description that most closely matches your audio problem, and try the corresponding solution.
Problem
Solution
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Use active, powered speakers or speakers with an amplifier.
I don’t have sound
from my speakers.
Verify sound cable connections.
Check Volume and Mute settings. See “Adjusting the Volume” on page 132.
Reconfigure the software for surround sound. See “Configuring Audio Output” on
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Reinstall the sound card drivers by using Application Recovery. See the Warranty
and Support Guide that came with your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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Check volume and mute settings. See “Adjusting the Volume” on page 132.
I have low volume
sound from my
speakers.
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
Reduce the volume level before changing channels. Your analog audio levels may be
noticeably higher than your SD/HDTV channel audio levels. The channel sound
volume is controlled by the content provider.
volume increases
or decreases when
I change channels.
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Solution
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Check that the AV receiver or powered speakers are turned on and are set to the
The HP Digital
Entertainment
Center doesn’t
make any sound.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Check the speaker connections.
Remove any connected headphones.
Surround sound
isn’t working.
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Video
Find the description that most closely matches your problem, and try the corresponding solution.
Problem
Solution
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Check that the correct input source is selected on the TV.
I am using a TV with
the HP Digital
Check that the TV is connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Video
Entertainment
Center, but I cannot
see anything.
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Check that the TV Out image is enabled. See “Configuring Video” on page 135.
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.
I cannot see
anything on the TV. I
can hear it, though.
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Check your input switches.
adjusting the display or updating the drivers.
My HDTV displays a
distorted screen
instead of a blank
screen (blue or
dark). The screen
may be cropped or
display dark
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If you see a blank screen, you cannot perform recovery or certain activities with
DVI. Change your Video Out connection to VGA or S-video, recover your system,
and then reconnect the DVI connection.
Connect a monitor to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Video Out to TV
borders.
My screen flickers
during startup.
If your TV is connected with S-video or composite video out connection, the screen
may flicker/flash during power-on to windows desktop process. Wait; the screen
should display normally after the desktop displays.
The HP Digital
EntertainmentCenter
doesn’t recognize
my digital video
camera.
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Solution
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Check that the remote control indicator light on the remote lights up when you
My remote control
doesn’t work.
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.
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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.
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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 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:
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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.
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System
Find the description that most closely matches your problem, and try the corresponding solution.
Problem
Solution
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When you press the On button on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment
My HP Digital
Entertainment Center
won’t turn on at all.
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.
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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.
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Be sure that you installed the device drivers that came with the new device.
I installed a new printer
or other device, and it
won’t work.
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.
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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.
The HP Digital
Entertainment Center
(or part of it) doesn’t
seem to be working.
■
■
Make sure the keyboard syncs with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See
Try restarting the HP Digital Entertainment Center as follows:
a Click Start on the taskbar.
b Click Turn Off Computer.
n
Using the On
button to reset
the HP Digital
Entertainment
Center is not
recommended
and should be
used only as a
last resort.
c
Click Restart.
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If the HP Digital Entertainment Center shows no response to trackball 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.
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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.
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Solution
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Check that the standard keyboard keys and trackball work properly.
When I push one of the
special or multimedia
buttons on the
keyboard, nothing
happens.
Or
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Check the button configuration.
To configure the button:
1 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Control Panel.
2 Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is available.
3 Double-click Keyboard.
4 In the Keyboard Properties window that opens, click the Buttons tab.
5 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.
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Make sure the keyboard syncs with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See
My keyboard or the
trackball doesn’t work
even though the
HP Digital
Entertainment Center
and TV or monitor seem
to work.
■
Try restarting the HP Digital Entertainment Center as follows:
a Click Start on the taskbar.
b Click Turn Off Computer.
c
Click Restart.
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Solution
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Make sure the TV or monitor is turned on — it has its own Power button.
The TV or monitor
doesn’t work, even
though the HP Digital
Entertainment Center
appears to.
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.
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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.)
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Try restarting the HP Digital Entertainment Center as follows:
a Click Start on the taskbar.
b Click Turn Off Computer.
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.
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Solution
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The memory card reader is a device that uses the Safely Remove Hardware
The memory card
reader won’t read my
memory cards.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
My video is
experiencing errors.
There may be a problem with the codec. For more information, look in
Windows Media Player Help, and then search for codec.
Codec errors are
occurring when I play
certain files.
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.
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Solution
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You can put data files on a DVD to store them or transfer them to another
My DVD won’t play.
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.
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Check your DVD country/region.
My DVD won’t play a
DVD audio disk.
This format is not supported by the DVD player.
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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 keep running out of
disk space.
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Run disk recovery.
I am getting disk
errors.
Replace your hard disk drive. The hard disk drive is user replaceable.
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Make sure you use Windows Media Player to add your music files to the
Media Library.
My music files
don’t appear in 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.
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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.
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Help and Support Center
For help, press the Help button on your
keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar and
select Help and Support.
To open the Help and Support Center:
1 Press the Help button on your keyboard (the ?
button).
The Help and Support Center is onscreen
Help information about your HP Digital Entertainment
Center. Here you can find:
Or
Start Media Center. Click the Help (?) icon at
the top left of the screen.
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Links to reinstall drivers.
Access to technical support options.
Or
Answers to commonly asked questions about your
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Click Start on the taskbar, and click Help and
Support.
HP Support
HP Support provides important support information
To open HP Support:
about your HP Digital Entertainment Center.
1 Press Media Center on the remote control.
Here you can find:
You can also click Start on the taskbar, and
select Media Center.
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Your product number, model number, and serial
number.
Registration information and link (monitor and
keyboard recommended).
2 Click More Programs, and then HP Support.
3 Select a program or folder:
Where to find more information about your
HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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Register Now
Learn More
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An HP Digital Entertainment Center hardware test.
How to contact HP.
Test Hardware
Contact HP
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See the HP Digital Entertainment Center Warranty and
Support Guide, included with the documentation, for
detailed information on:
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HP Web site Online Guide addresses
Application and System Recovery programs
The terms of your HP limited warranty
License information
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HP Web site Support addresses
HP Support telephone numbers
HP Technical Support information
HP Web Site Support
The HP Web site provides:
To use the HP Web site:
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Supplemental information about the HP Digital
Entertainment Center and products
1 Connect to the Internet:
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Open your Web browser.
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HP Support contact information
Software updates
Or
■
Software patches
Press Connect on your keyboard.
Online Information and technical support for your
HP Digital Entertainment Center
2 Access the HP Support Web site. Type
browser address box. Press Enter.
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Online manuals for your HP Digital Entertainment
Center
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.
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HP Technical Support
You can get help over the telephone from HP. When you
call HP Technical Support, 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.
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.
Recovery discs (DVDs) are included with the HP Digital
Entertainment Center system. You need recovery discs for
some repairs that use the system recovery programs.
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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
PC Help & Tools.
2 Click Updates from HP, and then click
Re-enable Updates from HP.
Microsoft Web Site
Search the Microsoft Web site
To get the latest news and information about your
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center program:
Knowledge Base articles and updates on
Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2004.
1 Press the Media Center button on your remote
control.
You can also use the Online Spotlight link to get to the
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Web site.
2 Select Online Spotlight from the Media Center
Start menu.
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Appendix:
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
Important Information About Recorded
TV Programs
When you replace the hard disk drive, you lose any files
or software that you created, saved, or installed on the
recorded TV programs. Without the code, Media Center
cannot play TV programs previously recorded to disk or
HP Digital Entertainment Center. Because of this, you also copied to DVD or to other media.
lose a special code that Microsoft includes in the files of
For more information about safeguarding your recorded
TV programs, refer to the Software Guide.
Procedure
Before you begin
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 to upgrade hard disk drive capacity using
the HP Personal Media Drive.
Before you begin to replace the internal hard disk drive:
1 Make sure you have the recovery discs (DVDs)
included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center
system.
2 Back up your data to the Personal Media Drive or
burn it to DVD.
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3 Close Media Center and all other programs that may
be accessing the hard disk drive.
Only advanced users should attempt to
perform this procedure.
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.
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Removal
To remove the internal hard disk drive:
4 Disconnect the hard disk drive cables.
1 Turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center upside
down.
2 Remove the hard disk drive cover from the chassis.
After loosening the screw, slide the hard disk drive in
the direction of the screw.
B
A
5 Remove the hard disk drive screws.
A
B
3 Lift up the hard disk drive from the chassis.
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To replace the internal hard disk drive:
4 Place the hard disk drive into the chassis. Position the
metal tabs.
1 Replace the old hard disk drive with the new hard
disk drive.
2 Replace the hard disk drive screws. Tighten the
screws an additional half-turn only after the screws
contact the rubber washer.
B
A
5 Replace the hard disk drive cover on the chassis.
3 Reconnect the hard disk drive cables.
A
B
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6 Turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center right
9 Test the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper
side up.
operation.
7 Reconnect the power cable and all other cables to
10 Recover your system using the recovery disk.
11 Restore your data.
the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
8 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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buttons
configuring
audio
C
cable
Media Center
receiver
cables
cameras, digital
connecting
2.1 speaker system
4.1 speaker system
5.1 speaker system
composite video
7.1 speaker system
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cable
connector locations
contacting HP
D
data
routers
TV
desktop
digital
audio
camera
video
display
connections
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documentation
finding
FireWire (IEEE 1394)
DSL
dual displays
front panel
G
DVD player
H
hard drive
headphones
help
HP Digital Entertainment Center
E
error messages
F
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Internet
router
IR Blaster
K
keyboard
I
infrared transmitter
initial
L
configuration
installing
M
Media Center
batteries
dual display option
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memory card reader
N
network
connections
O
microphone
monitor
overview
connecting
video
mouse
P
Personal Media Drive
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power
printer
removing
replacing
batteries
R
recording devices
recovery disc
S
satellite receivers
connecting
remote control
infrared transmitter
scanner
SCART adapter
sensor, remote IR transmitter cable
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signal
starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the
subwoofer
software
supported
speakers
surround sound
2.1 system setup
4.1 system setup
5.1 system setup
7.1 system setup
configuring
S-video
switching
troubleshooting
system
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turning on
T
testing
TV
transferring data from PC to HP Digital Entertainment
troubleshooting
U
USB
connecting
port 2.0
tuning the desktop display for S-video and composite
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V
VCRs
W
warnings
Web address
video
connecting
output
wireless
system
X
Y
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