HP Digital Entertainment CenterUser’s Guide
4 HP Digital Entertainment Center9-in-1 Memory card readers SmartMedia/xD, MMC/SD,CompactFlash I/II, Micro drive, MS/MS-ProUSB 2.0 (2)Card readers beh
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Connecting Video EquipmentConnecting Video Equipment 95Connecting Video EquipmentThis chapter describes how to connect video playback and recording eq
96 HP Digital Entertainment CenterVideo Equipment OverviewConnectors(Location and number of connectors may vary by model.)You may need to purchase add
Connecting Video Equipment 97Connecting Video EquipmentVideo Equipment Connection OverviewStandard video equipment has one or more of the following vi
98 HP Digital Entertainment CenterTypical Video Equipment ConnectionsThis section describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to an e
Connecting Video Equipment 99Connecting Video EquipmentVCR ConnectionVCR Direct in ConnectionYou can connect a VCR to record your tapes to the HP Digi
100 HP Digital Entertainment CenterWall to VCR to TV Using Coaxial Cable1 Remove the coaxial cable at the input to the VCR.2 Connect the coaxial cable
Connecting Video Equipment 101Connecting Video Equipment Wall to VCR to TV using coaxial cable (Add the HP Digital Entertainment Center with a splitte
102 HP Digital Entertainment Center Wall to set-top-box VCR to TV using coaxial cable (add with a splitter)DIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIDIGITALAUDIOOUTCOAXIALO
Connecting Video Equipment 103Connecting Video EquipmentVideo Camera ConnectionRefer to the HP support Web site for detailed information on advanced v
Before You Begin 5Before You BeginMemory Card ReaderThe HP Digital Entertainment Center card readers are on the front panel, located behind a door. Fo
104 HP Digital Entertainment Center.Connect a digital video camera (front panel)Connect a digital video camera (back panel)DigitalVideoCameraFireWire
Connecting Video Equipment 105Connecting Video EquipmentRecognizing the cameraIf the HP Digital Entertainment Center does not recognize your digital v
106 HP Digital Entertainment CenterConnecting an Analog CamcorderConnecting an analog camera for video input (capture)Connectors:When connecting an an
Connecting the NetworkConnecting the Network 107Connecting the NetworkYour system must have working broadband Internet to operate properly.The HP Digi
108 HP Digital Entertainment CenterPeripheral Connection OverviewFront Panel(Location and number of connectors may vary by model.)Connector Name Descr
Connecting the Network 109Connecting the NetworkBack Panel(Location and number of connectors may vary by model.)Connector Name DescriptionUSB 2.0 Hig
110 HP Digital Entertainment CenterTypical Network ConnectionsThis section describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Interne
Connecting the Network 111Connecting the NetworkConnecting the Wireless Network AntennaYou can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a 802.11
112 HP Digital Entertainment CenterTo connect a Wi-Fi antenna to the HP Digital Entertainment Center:1 Screw the included antenna into the Wireless LA
Connecting the Network 113Connecting the NetworkConnecting a DSL/Cable ModemYou typically connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet
6 HP Digital Entertainment CenterBack PanelThe following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel. (Location and number of co
114 HP Digital Entertainment CenterConnecting Through a RouterYou can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a LAN network and then to a DSL m
Connecting the Network 115Connecting the NetworkUSB Device ConnectionDigital Still CameraThe following instructions apply only to digital still camera
116 HP Digital Entertainment CenterOther USB DevicesYou can connect other peripheral devices to the front or back of the HP Digital Entertainment Cent
Connecting the Network 117Connecting the NetworkConnecting an HP Personal Media DriveThe HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel includes a drive
118 HP Digital Entertainment CenterInstalling an HP Personal Media DriveTo connect an HP Personal Media Drive to the HP Digital Entertainment Center:1
Connecting the Network 119Connecting the NetworkDisconnecting an HP Personal Media DriveYou can safely remove the HP Personal Media Drive when both th
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Initial ConfigurationInitial Configuration 121Initial ConfigurationThis chapter describes how to set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center software,
122 HP Digital Entertainment CenterStarting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First TimeInstalling the Keyboard Batteries (Initial)The keybo
Initial Configuration 123Initial Configuration4 Press the power button on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The system starts.5 See
Before You Begin 7Before You BeginDigital Audio Out Optical Gray S/PDIF 5.1 only Video Out(Composite)RCA jack Yellow AnalogS-video Out Y/C video4-pinB
124 HP Digital Entertainment Center3 Press the red connect button once on the bottom of the keyboard. The front panel Keyboard Connect button flashes
Initial Configuration 125Initial ConfigurationWindows WelcomeThe system starts and displays the initial Microsoft Windows setup screen for the first t
126 HP Digital Entertainment CenterMedia Center First-RunThe initial Media Center setup wizard consists of required setup and the optional setup.Requi
Initial Configuration 127Initial ConfigurationOptional Set-upThis procedure for optional components within the Media Center wizard can be done later;
128 HP Digital Entertainment CenterIf Your Connections Don’t WorkYou can use Media Center wizards to walk you through the connection process:1 Press M
Initial Configuration 129Initial ConfigurationRegister with HPTo register with HP to receive changes, updates, and support:1 Press Media Center on the
130 HP Digital Entertainment CenterConfiguring Audio Connecting HeadphonesYour HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with a headphones connector (1/4-
Initial Configuration 131Initial Configuration5 In the Sound Recording area, click the Volume button, and then choose the source for sound recording.6
132 HP Digital Entertainment CenterConfiguring Audio OutputYou must adjust the audio settings in two places after you have installed and connected the
Initial Configuration 133Initial ConfigurationConfiguring audio for Media CenterTo configure multichannel audio output for Media Center audio:1 Press
8 HP Digital Entertainment CenterEthernet10/100/1000RJ-45 N/A 10/100/1000Wireless LAN Removable AntennaGold 802.11b/g LEDs (2) Activity: Blinks when t
134 HP Digital Entertainment CenterConfiguring VideoConfiguring Video OutputYou can configure your HP Digital Entertainment Center video for dual disp
Initial Configuration 135Initial ConfigurationViewing the screen image on a second displayTo view your HP Digital Entertainment Center screen image on
136 HP Digital Entertainment CenterDisabling the dual screen optionWhen you want to disconnect the TV from the HP Digital Entertainment Center, you ma
Initial Configuration 137Initial ConfigurationAdjusting the Desktop DisplaySome tasks on the HP Digital Entertainment Center require that you leave Me
138 HP Digital Entertainment CenterConfiguring the Keyboard ButtonsYou can configure some of your HP Digital Entertainment Center shortcut keyboard bu
Initial Configuration 139Initial ConfigurationInstalling SoftwareAfter you turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center the first time and then restart
140 HP Digital Entertainment CenterSystem UtilitiesHP provides special utility programs in the HP Digital Entertainment Center Help & Tools folder
TroubleshootingTroubleshooting 141TroubleshootingThis section contains possible solutions for some problems you may be experiencing with the HP Digita
142 HP Digital Entertainment CenterProblems and SolutionsAudioFind the description that most closely matches your audio problem and try the correspond
Troubleshooting 143TroubleshootingVideoFind the description that most closely matches your problem and try the corresponding solution.Problem Solution
Before You Begin 9Before You BeginS-video TV Source 2 In (select models only)Y/C videoAnalog 4-pinBlack Analog: Up to 1,024 x 768 @ 60 Hz Cable/Antenn
144 HP Digital Entertainment CenterMy remote control doesn’t work. Check that the remote control indicator light on the remote lights up when you pre
Troubleshooting 145TroubleshootingSystemFind the description that most closely matches your problem and try the corresponding solution.Problem Solutio
146 HP Digital Entertainment CenterThe HP Digital Entertainment Center (or part of it) doesn’t seem to be working. When the HP Digital Entertainment
Troubleshooting 147TroubleshootingWhen I push one of the special or multimedia buttons on the keyboard, nothing happens. Check that the standard keyb
148 HP Digital Entertainment CenterThe TV or monitor doesn’t work, even though the HP Digital Entertainment Center appears to. Make sure the TV or mo
Troubleshooting 149TroubleshootingThe memory card reader won’t read my memory cards. The memory card reader is a device that uses the Safely Remove H
150 HP Digital Entertainment CenterMy DVDwon’t play.You can put data files on a DVD to store them or transfer them to another HP Digital Entertainment
Troubleshooting 151TroubleshootingGetting HelpHelp and Support CenterFor help, press the Help button on your keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar a
152 HP Digital Entertainment CenterWarranty and Support GuideSee the HP Digital Entertainment Center Warranty and Support Guide, included with the doc
Troubleshooting 153TroubleshootingHP Customer CareYou can get help over the telephone from HP. When you call HP Customer Care, have your model number
10 HP Digital Entertainment CenterKeyboardThe following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center wireless keyboard.The following table s
154 HP Digital Entertainment CenterUpdates from HPHP may send updated information or patches to your desktop (not available in all countries/regions).
Appendix: Replacing the Hard DriveAppendix: Replacing the Hard Drive 155Appendix: Replacing the Hard DriveImportant Information About Recorded TV Prog
156 HP Digital Entertainment Center9 Lift up the hard drive from the chassis.10 Disconnect the hard drive cables.11 Remove the hard drive screws.12 Re
Appendix: Replacing the Hard Drive 157Appendix: Replacing the Hard Drive16 Replace the hard drive cover on the chassis. 17 Turn the HP Digital Enterta
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IndexIndex 159IndexAadjustingdesktop display resolution 137front panel brightness 129speaker volume 131antenna connectionfor FM radio 58for rooftop FM
160 HP Digital Entertainment CenterFM rooftop antenna 58HDTV 67microphone 130monitor speakers 56powered speakers 50router, to Internet through 113sate
Index 161Indexhow to connect2.0 speaker system 432.1 speaker systemwith passive speakers 44with powered speakers 514.1 speaker systemwith passive spea
162 HP Digital Entertainment CenterIinstallingadditional software and devices 139batteries in keyboard 17batteries in remote control 122Internetconnec
Index 163Indexrecovery programs, using 140registering for updates 129remote controlbutton functions 14installing batteries 17maximum range 16troublesh
Before You Begin 11Before You BeginE-mail Opens an Internet e-mail page.Messenger Opens your messenger program.Minimize Minimizes Media Center applica
164 HP Digital Entertainment CenterTtape player, connecting 57testingaudio settings using Media Center 133system connections using Media Center 128tra
12 HP Digital Entertainment CenterWireless Keyboard OperationYour HP Digital Entertainment Center includes a wireless keyboard that uses a built-in re
Before You Begin 13Before You BeginReplacing the Keyboard BatteriesKeep spare batteries on hand. Battery life will vary with the use of the system.1 S
The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing her
14 HP Digital Entertainment CenterRemote ControlRemote Control Buttons(Features and location may vary.)A Standby Puts the HP Digital Entertainment Cen
Before You Begin 15Before You BeginSKIPFWDSTOPPLAYMUSIC PICTURESVIDEOSRADIOTVDVD MENUPAUSEREPLAYREWRECORDABCDEFGHJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZAAABACADAEAFTPlayPla
16 HP Digital Entertainment CenterRemote Control OperationUse the remote control to open the Media Center program; view TV, record TV programs, play p
Before You Begin 17Before You BeginInstalling the Remote Control Batteries1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote control.2 Insert the tw
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Safety InformationSafety Information 19Safety InformationRead Instructions before installing or operating your HP Digital Entertainment Center.Follow
20 HP Digital Entertainment CenterThis product has not been evaluated for connection to an “IT” power system (an AC distribution system with no direct
Safety Information 21Safety InformationCleaning the HP Digital Entertainment CenterThe HP Digital Entertainment Center is a high-quality device that r
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Installation OverviewInstallation Overview 23Installation OverviewThis chapter provides information on your system and describes how to connect your H
Table of ContentsTable of Contents iiiTable of ContentsBefore You Begin ...1Welcome ...
24 HP Digital Entertainment CenterSystem Audio/Video ConnectionsSystem IntegrationThe HP Digital Entertainment Center incorporates many functions into
Installation Overview 25Installation OverviewThe following illustration shows the audio and video signal routed from the satellite or cable receiver s
26 HP Digital Entertainment CenterSystem DiagramBack Panel(Configurations may vary.)DIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIAUDIO INRLAUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUTSURROUNDBACKSURROUN
Installation Overview 27Installation OverviewFront Panel(Configurations may vary.)The following illustration shows a typical HP Digital Entertainment
28 HP Digital Entertainment CenterInstallation GuidelinesTo enhance the performance and extend the life of your HP Digital Entertainment Center: This
Installation Overview 29Installation OverviewBasic Set UpFollow the steps in the Start Here Booklet to set up the HP Digital Entertainment Center.Most
30 HP Digital Entertainment Center5 Connect the TV Source 1 In audio/video cables to cable TV, digital cable, or satellite receiver set-top-box 1. See
Installation Overview 31Installation OverviewInventoryThe following items are supplied with the HP Digital Entertainment Center:Name Picture Descripti
32 HP Digital Entertainment CenterCables IncludedYour HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with the following cables.You must purchase additional cab
Installation Overview 33Installation OverviewOptional Cables not IncludedYou might need the following extra cables (these items are not provided with
iv HP Digital Entertainment CenterConnecting Video Out... 59Video Out Overview ...60Video Out Connection Ov
34 HP Digital Entertainment CenterAdditional equipmentYou must have the following items to set up and properly operate your system (these items are no
Connecting AudioConnecting Audio 35Connecting AudioThe HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different audio options, sound connections, and s
36 HP Digital Entertainment CenterAudio OverviewAudio Output ConnectorsDIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIDIGITALAUDIOOUTCOAXIALOPTICAL10/ 100/ 1000HI SPEED USB 2.0
Connecting Audio 37Connecting AudioSound Connector JacksThe audio connectors are RCA type jacks that connect from the back of your HP Digital Entertai
38 HP Digital Entertainment CenterSpeaker ConfigurationsYou can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported audio configur
Connecting Audio 39Connecting Audio6.1 Two front speakers: left speaker, right speakerTwo side speakers: surround left speaker, surround right speaker
40 HP Digital Entertainment CenterTypical Audio ConnectionSelect the configuration that most closely matches your home system. You can set up your HP
Connecting Audio 41Connecting AudioTV Audio ConnectionYou can connect your TV, monitor or display audio directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Cent
42 HP Digital Entertainment CenterAV Receiver Audio ConnectionYou can connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to your home stereo or home theater
Connecting Audio 43Connecting Audio2.0 Home Stereo InstallationThe following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.0) speaker installation that uses
Table of Contents vTable of ContentsInitial Configuration ...121Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time...
44 HP Digital Entertainment Center2.1 Home Stereo InstallationThe following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.1) speaker installation that uses p
Connecting Audio 45Connecting Audio4.1 Home Theater AudioThe following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio four-channel 4/4.1 speaker
46 HP Digital Entertainment Center5.1 Home Theater AudioThe following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio six-channel 5.1 speaker inst
Connecting Audio 47Connecting Audio7.1 Home Theater AudioThe following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio eight-channel 7.1 speaker i
48 HP Digital Entertainment CenterDigital Home Theater AudioThe HP Digital Entertainment Center supports digital audio output. For TV and music: two-
Connecting Audio 49Connecting AudioDigital 5.1 multichannel audio system connectionDIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIDIGITALAUDIOOUTCOAXIALOPTICAL10/ 100/ 1000HI SP
50 HP Digital Entertainment CenterPowered Speaker Audio ConnectionYou can connect active (powered) speakers directly to your HP Digital Entertainment
Connecting Audio 51Connecting Audio2.1 Powered SpeakersTo connect simple left/right stereo (2.0) active speakers:OrTo connect two speakers and a subwo
52 HP Digital Entertainment Center4.1 Powered SpeakersTo connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 spea
Connecting Audio 53Connecting Audio5.1 Powered SpeakersTo connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for six
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54 HP Digital Entertainment Center7.1 Powered SpeakersYou can install a 7.1 audio system to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. To connect two front
Connecting Audio 55Connecting AudioDigital Powered SpeakersYou can install a digital audio system with up to two front speakers, two surround speakers
56 HP Digital Entertainment CenterMonitor SpeakersYou can connect powered monitor speakers directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center.You may ne
Connecting Audio 57Connecting AudioAudio In ConnectionsYou can connect your existing home stereo or home theater audio equipment, such as a tape playe
58 HP Digital Entertainment CenterFM Radio AntennaThe HP Digital Entertainment Center includes an FM radio tuner.To connect the FM radio antenna:1 Plu
Connecting Video OutConnecting Video Out 59Connecting Video OutThis chapter describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV or di
60 HP Digital Entertainment CenterVideo Out OverviewVideo Out Connection OverviewThe back panel connector that you hook up to your TV is labeled Video
Connecting Video Out 61Connecting Video OutVideo Output ConnectorsLocation and number of connectors may vary by model.Item Connector Type ColorVideo (
62 HP Digital Entertainment CenterComponent Video SettingsYou must configure settings to view component video on your TV properly. Go to your model nu
Connecting Video Out 63Connecting Video OutTV Display OverviewThe HP Digital Entertainment Center allows you to connect to a TV to view the monitor im
Before You BeginBefore You Begin 1Before You BeginWelcomeThank you for purchasing the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Your HP Digital Entertainment C
64 HP Digital Entertainment CenterUsing the Remote Control with Your TVYou can use the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control to change channe
Connecting Video Out 65Connecting Video OutTypical Video Out ConnectionsThis section describes how to hook up the Video Out connectors on the back pan
66 HP Digital Entertainment CenterVideo Out to TV Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your TV, you can use your TV as an audio/video
Connecting Video Out 67Connecting Video Out.DIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIDIGITALAUDIOOUTCOAXIALOPTICAL10/ 100/ 1000HI SPEED USB 2.0 ETHERNET1394AUDIO INRLAUDIO
68 HP Digital Entertainment CenterVideo Out from AV Receiver to TVSwitching: Switch audio and video through your AV receiver if your AV receiver switc
Connecting Video Out 69Connecting Video Out.TV Out (through AV receiver)DIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIDIGITALAUDIOOUTCOAXIALOPTICAL10/ 100/ 1000HI SPEED USB 2.0
70 HP Digital Entertainment CenterVideo Out to MonitorSwitching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your monitor, you can use your monitor as
Connecting Video Out 71Connecting Video OutVideo Out to TV and MonitorSwitching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your TV or monitor, you ca
72 HP Digital Entertainment Center.TV and monitor outnIf your TV or monitor has multiple input connections, select the correct input on the TV or moni
Connecting TV Source InConnecting TV Source In 73Connecting TV Source InThis chapter describes how to connect TV source input from a set-top-box such
2 HP Digital Entertainment CenterBenefits and FeaturesBenefits Complete home digital entertainment solution for your living room. Watch, pause, and
74 HP Digital Entertainment CenterTV Source OverviewTV Signal Source OverviewYou must have a TV signal into the HP Digital Entertainment Center for pr
Connecting TV Source In 75Connecting TV Source InTV Source Connectors(Location and number of connectors may vary by model.)Item Connector Type ColorAu
76 HP Digital Entertainment CenterYou may need to purchase additional cables to install the HP Digital Entertainment Center.S-video TV Source 2 In (Se
Connecting TV Source In 77Connecting TV Source InTypical TV Source ConnectionsThese are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different.Se
78 HP Digital Entertainment CenterCable ConnectionCable OnlyLocation and number of connectors may vary by model.If you are using a cable without a set
Connecting TV Source In 79Connecting TV Source InCable Only with Splitter.TV signal source — Cable and dual tuners with splitter (select models only)D
80 HP Digital Entertainment CenterOne Cable TV Box or Digital Cable ReceiverConnect the TV signal source from the Cable TV set-top-box or digital cabl
Connecting TV Source In 81Connecting TV Source In.TV signal source — one cable TV or digital cable boxDIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIDIGITALAUDIOOUTCOAXIALOPTICA
82 HP Digital Entertainment CenterTwo Cable TV Boxes, or Two Digital Cable ReceiversYou must have two identical set-top-boxes, such as two digital cab
Connecting TV Source In 83Connecting TV Source In6 Connect the set-top-box 1 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitt
Before You Begin 3Before You BeginFunctional OverviewFront PanelThe following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel.Your
84 HP Digital Entertainment CenterSatellite ConnectionOne Satellite ReceiverConnect the TV signal source from the satellite receiver into the HP Digit
Connecting TV Source In 85Connecting TV Source In.TV signal source — one satellite receiverDIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIDIGITALAUDIOOUTCOAXIALOPTICAL10/ 100/ 1
86 HP Digital Entertainment CenterTwo Satellite ReceiversYou must have two identical satellite receivers from the same source and the HP Digital Enter
Connecting TV Source In 87Connecting TV Source In6 Connect the satellite receiver 1 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Tr
88 HP Digital Entertainment CenterInfrared Transmitter ConnectionInfrared Transmitter OverviewThe HP Digital Entertainment Center includes infrared tr
Connecting TV Source In 89Connecting TV Source InInfrared Transmitter connection (one set-top-box)Infrared Transmitter connection (two set-top-boxes;
90 HP Digital Entertainment CenterInfrared Transmitter InstallationIf you have a cable TV receiver, satellite receiver, or other set-top-box that cont
Connecting TV Source In 91Connecting TV Source InThe following illustration shows the Infrared Transmitter installation.Infrared Transmitter to cable,
92 HP Digital Entertainment CenterAntenna ConnectionIf you are using a broadcast television antenna (not provided) with no cable TV box, digital cable
Connecting TV Source In 93Connecting TV Source In TV signal source — TV antenna and dual tuners with splitterDIGITAL VIDEO OUTDVIDIGITALAUDIOOUTCOAXIA
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