HP Digital Entertainment Center User’s Guide
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Before You Begin ..............................1 Connecting Audio ........................... 35 Welcome .............................................................. 1 Benefits and Features .............................................. 2 Audio Overview ...................................36 Functional Overview.............................. 3 Front Panel ............................................................ 3 Memory Card Reader ............................................. 5 Back Panel..........
Connecting Video Out..................... 59 Connecting Video Equipment...........95 Video Out Overview ............................60 Video Equipment Overview.................. 96 Video Out Connection Overview ............................ 60 Video Output Connectors ...................................... 61 Component Video Settings..................................... 62 TV Display Overview ............................................ 63 Audio and Video Switching Overview.....................
Troubleshooting............................ 141 Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time ..................... 122 Problems and Solutions ......................142 Installing the Keyboard Batteries (Initial) ................ 122 Initial Start Up .................................................... 122 Syncing the Keyboard......................................... 123 Windows Welcome ............................ 125 Media Center First-Run....................... 126 Required Set-up .
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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, 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.
Benefits and Features Benefits ■ Complete home digital entertainment solution for your living room. ■ Burn music and picture CDs. ■ Watch, pause, and replay live TV on one channel while recording another (select models only). ■ Store audio CDs in an easy-to-use music jukebox. ■ Listen to your collection of MP3 and AAC music. ■ Schedule future recordings with the complementary programming guide (no charge). ■ View and edit your favorite digital photos. ■ Play DVDs in 7.1 surround sound.
Functional Overview Front Panel The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel. Your model might not have all features. CD/DVD HP Personal Media Drive Bay AV inputs Before You Begin HP Digital Entertainment Center z545 USB and Card Readers Front panel Item Function Comments Power button and LED Press and hold button four seconds to turn off. Push for standby. Solid blue: On Solid amber: Standby CD/DVD CD/DVD player/recorder Push the Eject button to open.
Item Function HP Digital Entertainment Center z545 SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO EED 2.0 MMC / SD SmartMedia / xD SPEED SB 2.0 CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO KEYBOARD CONNECT FRONT INPUT Comments 9-in-1 Memory card readers SmartMedia/xD, MMC/SD, CompactFlash I/II, Micro drive, MS/MS-Pro USB 2.0 (2) Card readers behind lower right door LED: Green (with media inserted) Off (no media inserted) See “Memory Card Reader” on page 5.
Memory Card Reader The HP Digital Entertainment Center card readers are on the front panel, located behind a door. Four horizontal card slots accept memory cards. An in-use light-emitting diode (LED) indicates card reader activity when the HP Digital Entertainment Center is reading or writing data. Wait until the LED stops blinking before removing media. Digital cameras and other digital devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. Two USB 2.0 connectors are also included.
Back Panel The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel. (Location and number of connectors may vary by model.) AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA 802.11 b/g VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Item OPTICAL DIGITAL Connector Type Color Supported format Digital Audio Out Optical Gray S/PDIF 5.1 only Video Out (Composite) RCA jack Yellow Analog S-video Out Y/C video 4-pin Black Analog: Up to 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz Component Video Out (interlaced or progressive scan) 3 RCA jacks Green: Y Blue: Pb Red: Pr Analog: Default: 480i; all-interlaced display up to 1080i, Plus 480p, 720p (Not all modes support DVD playback due to content protection.
Item 10/100/1000 Connector Type Color Supported format Ethernet 10/100/1000 RJ-45 N/A 10/100/1000 Wireless LAN Removable Antenna Gold 802.11b/g LEDs (2) Activity: Blinks when transmits/ receives data Link: Solid green when wireless LAN is enabled and connected. Blinks when wireless LAN is scanning. Wireless LAN 802.11b, 802.
Item L VIDEO S-VIDEO CABLE/ANT.
Keyboard The following illustration shows the HP Digital Entertainment Center wireless keyboard. 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.
Icon Item Description E-mail Opens an Internet e-mail page. Messenger Opens your messenger program. Minimize Minimizes Media Center application. Maximize Maximizes Media Center application. Media Center Starts Media Center. Previous Selects media previous track. Play Plays media. Pause Pauses media. Next Selects next media track. Vol – Decreases speaker volume. Vol + Increases speaker volume. Mute Turns speaker sound on and off. Trackball Moves cursor on screen.
n The Internet, E-mail, and Messenger buttons can be reconfigured to open a Web site or software program. See “Configuring the Keyboard Buttons” on page 138. Refer to the Media Center Edition 2005 Software Guide. Wireless Keyboard Operation Your HP Digital Entertainment Center includes a wireless keyboard that uses a built-in receiver/transmitter instead of a connector cable to communicate.
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. 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. battery positive and negative ends are inserted correctly! b Sync the keyboard.
Remote Control Remote Control Buttons (Features and location may vary.) A Standby B DVD Menu Puts the HP Digital Entertainment Center into and out of a powerreduced standby state. It does not turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center off. Opens Play DVD window in Media Center or opens the main menu of a DVD movie, if available. Music Starts My Music. MUSIC D Radio Starts FM Radio. RADIO E Record Records a selected television program and stores it on the hard disk drive.
DVD MENU TV Q C R D RECORD PLAY STOP E F G H J K Plays the selected media. PLAY U Stop Stops the selected media. STOP V Fwd (Fast-forward) moves media forward (press button for three speeds). FWD W Skip Moves media forward — for example, 30 seconds in videos and live TV, or one music track, or one DVD chapter. SKIP X More (i) Displays available information about a selected media file and displays more information and options. Y OK Selects the desired action or window option.
AD Enter Selects the desired action or window option. In fullscreen mode, press Enter to jump to the last channel you were watching. AE Print Prints selected content on the screen. AF LED Activity indicator lights on pressing a button. Remote Control Operation Use the remote control to open the Media Center program; view TV, record TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video.
Installing the Remote Control Batteries 1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote control. DVD MENU TV RADIO MUSIC PICTURESVIDEOS RECORD 2 Insert the two AA alkaline batteries (provided). Make sure the battery positive and negative ends are inserted correctly! PLAY STOP FWD REW PAUSE SKIP REPLAY OK 3 Replace the battery cover. 4 Test the remote control by pressing any key. The indicator light should blink. n Before You Begin Use only alkaline batteries in the remote.
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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. Refer to the Warranty and Support Guide for additional safety information. Chapter Contents: “AC Power Safety Warnings” on page 19 “Cleaning the HP Digital Entertainment Center” on page 21 “Shipping the HP Digital Entertainment Center” on page 21 w Please read this important safety information.
This product has not been evaluated for connection to an “IT” power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to earth, according to IEC 60950). Ground your system. To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, do not disable the power cord grounding feature. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Connect the equipment to a grounded (earthed) power outlet.
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 w connected equipment. 2 Unplug the HP Digital Entertainment Center from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a soft dry cloth for cleaning. 3 Plug in the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
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This chapter provides information on your system and describes how to connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to your audio/video (AV) equipment in detail. You may find connection details that won’t be in the basic Start Here Booklet. The Start Here Booklet 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.
System Audio/Video Connections System Integration The HP Digital Entertainment Center incorporates many functions into one unit: ■ An Internet connection through a wireless or wired network, using an Internet service provider, allows the HP Digital Entertainment Center to access the Television Program Guide and Internet content sources. ■ A cable connection from a set-top-box or antenna hookup allows the TV tuner inside the HP Digital Entertainment Center to select the TV channels.
Installation Overview The following illustration shows the audio and video signal routed from the satellite or cable receiver source to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, then through an AV receiver to your TV: TV Source Audio Video AV Cable In Network data Set-top-box Infrared Transmitter Internet Cable Box or Satellite Receiver DSL/Cable modem or Wireless router Download TV Program Guide Infrared Transmitter TV Source In Digital Video Camera Data HP Digital Entertainment Center AV Out Keybo
System Diagram Back Panel (Configurations may vary.) Wall Center Surround Back Left Surround Right Surround Left Front Left Surround Back Right Front Right Subwoofer WiFi Antenna Coaxial Speakers Note: 5.1 systems do not include “Surr. Back” connections. Cable or Satellite Set-top-box 1 AV RECEIVER IN Audio In 7.1 Multichannel Pr Center S-Video Video TV IN Pb Digital FM Antenna OUT Y Surr.
Front Panel Installation Overview (Configurations may vary.) 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 z545 KEYBOARD CONNECT FRONT INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R S-VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R DV IN MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO HI SPEED USB 2.0 1394 S-VIDEO SmartMedia / xD HEADPHONES HEADPHONES MIC IN MIC IN HI SPEED USB 2.
Installation Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of your HP Digital Entertainment Center: ■ This product is heavy. Exercise caution when lifting or moving. ■ Installing your HP Digital Entertainment Center in an open back AV cabinet is required. Use of an open front cabinet is highly recommended. Keep the rear of the AV cabinet open across the width of the HP Digital Entertainment Center back panel for adequate cooling. 2 inches/5.
Follow the steps in the Start Here Booklet to set up the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Most of the hardware devices such as the monitor and printer can be connected at the back panel of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Some peripheral devices, such as a digital video camera, can be plugged into the connectors on the back panel or the front panel (behind lower doors) of the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
5 Connect the TV Source 1 In audio/video cables to 9 Optional Step cable TV, digital cable, or satellite receiver set-topbox 1. See “Typical TV Source Connections” on page 77. (recommended after basic setup) Connect front panel devices (optional). See “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 108. a Cable/antenna. a FireWire (IEEE 1394) port. b Cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver with stereo audio and video: S-video, composite, or coaxial.
Inventory Name Picture Installation Overview The following items are supplied with the HP Digital Entertainment Center: Description HP Digital Entertainment Center unit See “Functional Overview” on page 3. Keyboard See “Keyboard” on page 10. Remote control See “Remote Control” on page 14. Cables See “Cables Included” on page 32. FM antenna Antenna for FM radio, 75 ohm coaxial. See “FM Radio Antenna” on page 58. Wi-Fi antenna Antenna for Wireless LAN 802.11 b/g, removable.
Cables Included Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with the following cables. Cable 2 Way Splitter Name Description Stereo RCA Red, White ends. Used for Audio Out. DVI-D Digital video out. Connect to DVI-I or DVI-D input of the HDTV or monitor. S-video Black. Used for Video Out. Coaxial Digital Audio SPDIF. Used for Digital Audio Out. Infrared Transmitter (2 with dual tuner option) IR Blaster cable. Used for set-top-boxes.
You might need the following extra cables (these items are not provided with the HP Digital Entertainment Center). Cable Name Max quantity Description Stereo and Video (Composite) 4 RCA Red, White, Yellow ends. Used for TV Source In connector. Stereo 8 RCA Red, White ends. Used for Audio In/Out connectors. Component video 1 RCA Red, Blue, Green ends. Plug cable into a connector such as Component Video Out. Used for Progressive Scan component video. S-video 4 Y/C, 4-pin.
Additional equipment You must have the following items to set up and properly operate your system (these items are not provided with the HP Digital Entertainment Center): ■ ■ ■ Broadband Internet equipment such as: ■ Cable/DSL modem (working connection required for Media Center features, such as downloading the Television Program Guide) ■ Wireless LAN 802.
Connecting Audio The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. This chapter describes the most typical, and some advanced, audio setup options for connecting audio out and audio in. To connect TV Source In audio and video, see “Connecting TV Source In” on page 73. Your system may have different components. Speakers, AV receivers and other equipment are sold separately. Refer to the product documentation for these products.
Audio Overview Audio Output Connectors Digital Audio Out Audio Out AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO WIRELESS LAN OUT FRONT 802.11 b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA Y VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L R 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Sound Connector Jacks The audio connectors are RCA type jacks that connect from the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV, powered speakers or an AV receiver. The HP Digital Entertainment Center has separate Audio In connections (analog). The HP Digital Entertainment Center has two Digital Audio Out connections (SPDIF) that are coaxial and optical. Use analog Audio 7.1 Pre-out or Digital Audio Out connectors, but not both. Use only one Digital Audio Out connector at a time.
Speaker Configurations You can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported audio configurations: Speaker system Home audio system description 2 (stereo) Two speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Recommended arrangement See: “2.0 Home Stereo Installation” on page 43 TV Display Or Front left speaker 2.1 Two speakers: Left speaker, right speaker Front right speaker “2.1 Powered Speakers” on page 51 “2.
Home audio system description 6.1 Two front speakers: left speaker, right speaker Two side speakers: surround left speaker, surround right speaker Recommended arrangement TV Display Subwoofer Center speaker Front left speaker Front right speaker One rear surround back speaker One center speaker One subwoofer 7.
Typical Audio Connection Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system. You can set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center for the following supported audio configurations: Audio system Description See: TV TV, monitor or display direct audio connection with two speakers. “TV Audio Connection” on page 41 AV receiver Home stereo or home theater audio system with AV receiver and passive speakers.
TV Audio Connection You can connect your TV, monitor or display audio directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center for two speaker sound. If your TV has multiple inputs, you can use your TV as a switch for audio and video. Connecting TV Audio Refer to the Start Here Booklet that came with the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
AV Receiver Audio Connection You can connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to your home stereo or home theater multichannel AV Receivers or audio amplifiers using your existing speakers. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system, see: “2.0 Home Stereo Installation” on page 43 n You can also connect video through your AV receiver or to your TV directly. “2.1 Home Stereo Installation” on page 44 “4.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 45 “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 46 “7.
2.0 Home Stereo Installation This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. The following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.0) speaker installation that uses passive stereo speakers connected through a home stereo standard left and right input. Receiver/amplifier audio input connectors may be labeled CD, DVD, or DVD In. AUDIO IN L R AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO WIRELESS LAN OUT FRONT L 802.
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. n Some AV receivers generate the subwoofer output without a subwoofer input; in this case, you do not need to connect the subwoofer output from the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different.
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.
5.1 Home Theater Audio The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio six-channel 5.1 speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on an AV Receiver. n This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. Use this configuration for 6.1 and 7.1 AV Receivers that upmix the rear speaker(s). Refer to your AV Receiver product documentation. Both Media Center speaker settings and DVD audio settings must be changed for proper audio setup.
7.1 Home Theater Audio AV Receiver audio input connectors may be labeled Surround, 7.1 or 8 Channel inputs, DVD, Ext. In, or Multichannel Inputs. The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio eight-channel 7.1 speaker installation that requires multichannel inputs on an AV Receiver. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. If your AV receiver supports 7.1 and has only 5.1 inputs, see “5.1 Home Theater Audio” on page 46.
Digital Home Theater Audio The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports digital audio output. ■ For TV and music: two-channel stereo. (Your AV receiver may separate the audio signal into multiple channels.) ■ For DVD playback: the multiple channel Dolby Digital 5.1 or DTS Digital encoded audio signal passes to your AV receiver for decoding. Refer to your AV receiver product documentation. You can connect the either coaxial or optical digital audio cable, depending on your system.
DIGITAL AUDIO IN Recommended Optical Coaxial for best digital audio experience Choose one AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO WIRELESS LAN OUT FRONT 802.11 b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA Y VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L R 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Powered Speaker Audio Connection You can connect active (powered) speakers directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. You may need Y adapter cables. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system, see: “2.1 Powered Speakers” on page 51 “4.1 Powered Speakers” on page 52 “5.1 Powered Speakers” on page 53 “7.1 Powered Speakers” on page 54 You can also use a digital connection. See “Digital Powered Speakers” on page 55.
2.1 Powered Speakers To connect simple left/right stereo (2.0) active speakers: Or To connect two speakers and a subwoofer for 2.1 speaker output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the cable to the Front Right and Front Left Audio Out connectors on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. speaker documentation. 4 Turn on the speaker system. 2 Connect the female 1/8-inch (3.
4.1 Powered Speakers To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 speaker) output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 2 Connect the female 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end cables to the Audio Out connectors Front Right, Front Left, Surround Right, Surround Left on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. of the Y adapters to the audio line in cables of the speaker amplifier. 3 Plug in the speaker system power.
5.1 Powered Speakers To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for six-channel (5.1 speaker) output: 1 Connect the RCA connector end of the Y adapter 2 Connect the female 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini-jack end cables to the Audio Out connectors Front Right, Front Left, Surround Right, Surround Left, Center on the back of your HP Digital Entertainment Center. of the Y adapters to the audio line in cables of the speaker amplifier. 3 Plug in the speaker system power.
7.1 Powered Speakers You can install a 7.1 audio system to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. 3 Plug in the speaker system power. Refer to the To connect two front speakers, two surround speakers, two surround back speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for eight-channel (7.1 speaker) output: 4 Turn on the speaker system. speaker documentation.
Digital Powered Speakers You can install a digital audio system with up to two front speakers, two surround speakers, two surround back speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. n 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.
Monitor Speakers You can connect powered monitor speakers directly to your HP Digital Entertainment Center. n You may need Y adapter cables. You can: ■ Monitor speaker configurations and connections may vary. Your system may be different. Connect simple left/right stereo 2.0 powered monitor speakers. Or ■ Connect two powered speakers and a subwoofer for 2.1 monitor speaker output. Monitor Audio Out AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.
Audio In Connections The Audio In connection can be used in conjunction with sound recording software (application software not provided) to record audio from other external equipment. You can connect your existing home stereo or home 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.
FM Radio Antenna The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes an FM radio tuner. To connect the FM radio antenna: 1 Plug the FM radio antenna cable into the FM (Tuner) The following diagram shows a typical FM antenna indoor connection. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. In connector on the back panel (75-Ohm Coaxial). 2 You may want to extend the ends of the cable to The following diagram shows a typical FM antenna rooftop connection.
Connecting Video Out This chapter describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a TV or display monitor, so you can watch TV and view the screen. It includes the most typical, and some advanced, video output options. You must have a display such as a TV or monitor connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. HP Digital Entertainment Centers support many different video options, connections, and configurations of TVs and monitors.
Video Out Overview Video Out Connection Overview The back panel connector that you hook up to your TV is labeled Video Out.
Video Output Connectors Location and number of connectors may vary by model. AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA 802.11 b/g VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Item Connector Type Color Digital: DVI Video Out Digital: 29-pin D-sub DVI-I White DVI Or Analog: Video Out DIGITAL VIDEO OUT Component Video Settings You must configure settings to view component video on your TV properly. Go to your model number page at http://www.hp.com/support for instructions on using component video. n HP recommends initial setup using VGA or composite video.
TV Display Overview The HP Digital Entertainment Center allows you to connect to a TV to view the monitor image on a TV screen. With the TV connected, you can view the HP Digital Entertainment Center image, watch TV or DVD movies, or play games on your TV. See “Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 71. You must manually set up dual displays. Only either the TV or monitor, not both, will display after initial power up. See “Configuring Video Output” on page 134.
Using the Remote Control with Your TV You can use the HP Digital Entertainment Center remote control to change channels and adjust volume if you have a cable box or satellite receiver, have installed the Infrared Transmitter cable, and have configured the remote control after initial power up. 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.
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.
Video Out to TV Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your TV, you can use your TV as an audio/video switch and control inputs though your TV remote. Connectors: For a standard television, choose one of the following Video Out connectors and cables: ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video ■ Component (Y, Pb, Pr) n Component video output requires specific configurations for certain display types and resolutions. Go to your model number page at http://www.hp.
. TV IN Component* Video S-video *Note: Not recommended Choose one for initial setup. AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK VIDEO L Pb TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
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.
. TV IN S-video Choose one and keep same type as AV Receiver In Component* Video *Note: Not recommended for initial setup. AV Receiver AV RECEIVER IN AV RECEIVER OUT S-video Component* Video *Note: Not recommended Choose one for initial setup. AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R Connecting Video Out AUDIO IN CABLE/ANT.
Video Out to Monitor Equipment: The monitor and some cables may not be included with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See the documentation that came with your monitor. Switching: If you have multiple audio/video inputs on your monitor, you can use your monitor as an audio/ video switch. You will probably not be able to use a remote control as a switch. Configuration: You can adjust the monitor display, after initial power up, using the Media Center software. See “Initial Configuration” on page 121.
Video Out to TV and Monitor Connectors: For a television, choose one of the following Video Out connectors and cables: ■ Video (composite) ■ S-video ■ Component (Y, Pb, Pr) For a monitor, choose one of the following Video Out connectors and cables: ■ VGA ■ DVI You can use the following combinations to connect your TV and monitor: Display Use with VGA Video (composite) S-video Component (Y, Pb, Pr) DVI DVI Video (composite) S-video Component (Y, Pb, Pr) VGA You cannot view any combination of
n If your TV or monitor has multiple input connections, select the correct input on the TV or monitor. . MONITOR IN TV IN VGA S-video Video DVI Component Choose one Choose one AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT.
This chapter describes how to connect TV source input from a set-top-box such as a cable box or satellite receiver to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. Infrared Transmitter cable installation is also included. You connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to an existing setup for your TV signal source. This chapter includes the most typical, and some advanced, input options.
TV Source Overview TV Signal Source Overview You must have a TV signal into the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. The back panel connectors are TV Source 1 In and 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). ■ For an analog cable RF coaxial connector: use cable antenna. A set-top cable TV box is provided by your cable TV provider to unscramble premium channels.
Connecting TV Source In TV Source Connectors (Location and number of connectors may vary by model.) AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA 802.11 b/g VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Item VIDEO Connector Type Color S-video TV Source 2 In (Select models only) Y/C video Analog 4-pin Black Cable/Antenna In TV Source 2 In Coaxial Silver Infrared Transmitter Out 2 ports 1/8-inch (3.5mm) mini-jack Silver S-VIDEO CABLE/ANT. IN 2 2 1 You may need to purchase additional cables to install the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Typical TV Source Connections Connecting TV Source In These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different.
Cable Connection Cable Only Location and number of connectors may vary by model. If you are using a 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 Turn the connector to tighten it. CABLE/ANT. IN FM your TV cable (wall) into the Cable/Ant connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 1 3 Install a splitter as shown in the following illustration (select models only). .
Connecting TV Source In Cable Only with Splitter . 2 Way Splitter Coaxial Wall Splitter AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
One Cable TV Box or Digital Cable Receiver Connect the TV signal source from the Cable TV set-top-box or digital cable receiver (not provided) into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. b Connect the video cable from the set-top-box or digital cable receiver back panel Video Output connector.
Connecting TV Source In . Coaxial Wall OUT Cable set-top-box 1 Infrared Transmitter Choose one Video S-video Coaxial TV Source 1 AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
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 (not included), 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.
6 Connect the set-top-box 1 Infrared Transmitter cable 7 Connect the set-top-box 2 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 88. Connecting TV Source In (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 88. .
Satellite Connection One Satellite Receiver Connect the TV signal source from the satellite receiver into the HP Digital Entertainment Center. If you are using a satellite receiver (not provided) with S-video or composite video output, do the following: 1 Make sure that a coaxial cable connector from your dish source is plugged into the satellite receiver In connector. 2 Connect a video cable.
Coaxial Connecting TV Source In . Satellite Receiver Infrared Transmitter OUT Choose one Video AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L S-video CENTER VIDEO FRONT Coaxial TV Source 1 OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
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. Connect the TV signal source from each satellite receiver into each HP Digital Entertainment Center tuner.
7 Connect the satellite receiver 2 Infrared Transmitter cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 88. cable (required for signal). See “Infrared Transmitter Connection” on page 88. . Source 1 Coaxial (RF) Source 2 Satellite receiver 2 Satellite receiver 1 Infrared Transmitter VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT Note: Connect same set-top-box only Choose one Video AUDIO IN S-video AUDIO 7.
Infrared Transmitter Connection Infrared Transmitter Overview The HP Digital Entertainment Center includes infrared transmitters that make it easy to control one or two set-topboxes. If you connect a set-top-box such as a digital cable box or a satellite receiver to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, then you must also use the Infrared (IR) Transmitter control cable.
Connecting TV Source In Cable TV Set-top-box 1 Infrared Transmitter AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK VIDEO L Pb TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz R AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
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: 1 Route the IR transmitter cable from the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the cable TV, digital cable, or satellite receiver set-top-box. 2 Locate the IR remote receiver area on the front of the set-top-box. This is where you aim the set-top-box remote control to change channels, change the sound level, and so on.
Cable or Satellite Set-top-box Adhere to IR window Remove tape Connecting TV Source In The following illustration shows the Infrared Transmitter installation. Infrared Transmitter AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI CABLE/ANT.
Antenna Connection If you are using a broadcast television antenna (not provided) 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 CABLE/ANT. IN F your external or internal TV antenna into the Cable/Ant connector on the back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 1 2 Turn the connector to tighten it. Roof TV Antenna Coaxial AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.
Connecting TV Source In Roof Antenna Coaxial 2 Way Splitter Splitter AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L R 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
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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. The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different video input and audio/video output options and connections. Your system may have different components.
Video Equipment Overview Connectors (Location and number of connectors may vary by model.) AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA 802.11 b/g VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Video Equipment Connection Overview ■ Coaxial (RF) ■ Composite ■ S-video The type of video cable you need depends on your video equipment: ■ ■ If your video equipment has an S-video jack, you need an S-video cable. An S-video cable provides separate color and black-and-white image signals, and delivers a sharper image than a composite video cable does. If your video equipment has a composite video jack, you need a composite video cable.
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.
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 Some retail VHS tapes have content protection measures that corrupt recorded images or do not allow recording. VCR Choose one Video AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT S-video OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb Coaxial 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT.
Wall to VCR to TV Using Coaxial Cable 1 Remove the coaxial cable at the input to the VCR. 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. 5 Connect one coaxial cable to the TV Source 1 in back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 6 Connect a coaxial cable from the VCR out to one of Coaxial Cable Set-top-box the TV inputs.
Splitter 2 Way Splitter Coaxial Wall Coaxial VCR VCR OUT Coaxial TV Coaxial TV IN AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L R 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Wall Coaxial Set-top-box CABLE IN CABLE OUT Infrared Transmitter Coaxial 2 Way Splitter Splitter Coaxial VCR IN VCR OUT Coaxial Coaxial TV TV IN AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Video Camera Connection Refer to the HP support Web site for detailed information on advanced video setup. See “HP Web Site Support” on page 152. Connecting a Digital Video Camera Connectors: Procedure: Use the 4-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the front or 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the back panel of the HP Digital Entertainment Center to connect a digital video camera. This connector is bi-directional. The following instructions apply only to digital video cameras.
. On /Standby 4-Pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) Cable Digital Video Camera Connect a digital video camera (front panel) Digital Video Camera FireWire (IEEE 1394) Cable AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO FRONT OUT WIRELESS LAN Y REMOVABLE ANTENNA VIDEO L Pb 802.11 b/g ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT.
Recognizing the camera If the HP Digital Entertainment Center does not recognize your digital video camera: “Initial Configuration” on page 121. 5 Click the plus sign (+) next to imaging devices. If the 2 Click Start, and then click Control Panel. name of the camera appears under imaging devices the device is ready. If the name is not there, try the following: 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, ■ Click Action, and then Scan for hardware changes.
Connecting an Analog Camcorder Connecting an analog camera for video input (capture) To connect an analog video camera: Connectors: When connecting an analog video camera for input to the HP Digital Entertainment Center, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 1 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center, and wait for the desktop to appear. See “Initial Configuration” on page 121.
Connecting the Network Your system must have working broadband Internet to operate properly. The HP Digital Entertainment Center supports many different network options, connections, and configurations. You can connect your HP Digital Entertainment Center to a: Chapter Contents: “Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 108 “Typical Network Connections” on page 110 ■ Wireless 802.
Peripheral Connection Overview Front Panel (Location and number of connectors may vary by model.) HP Digital Entertainment Center z545 Connector HP Digital Entertainment Center z545 SmartMedia / xD MMC / SD CompactFlash I/II MS / MS PRO HI SPEED USB 2.0 MMC / SD SmartMedia / xD HI SPEED USB 2.
Back Panel (Location and number of connectors may vary by model.) AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO WIRELESS LAN OUT FRONT 802.11 b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA Y VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI CABLE/ANT. IN FM ANTENNA IN L R 1 Pr 100-240V- 4/A 50/60Hz AC IN R R R SUB WOOFER R S-VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO VGA VIDEO S-VIDEO TV SOURCE 2 IN CABLE/ANT.
Typical Network Connections This section describes how to connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet, so you can download the Television Program Guide and surf the Web. These are only suggested configurations. Your system may be different. Select the configuration that most closely matches your home system: Connection Network configuration See: Internet From an 802.
Connecting the Wireless Network Antenna You can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a 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. Refer to the Quick Install Guide and CD manual included in the accessory box. Wireless Router (802.
To connect a Wi-Fi antenna to the HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Screw the included antenna into the Wireless LAN Removable Antenna connector on to the back panel as shown in the following illustration: 2 You may want to move the end of the antenna away from the HP Digital Entertainment Center to improve your signal reception. 3 Check the following: a The wireless router is connected to a DSL/cable modem. b The DSL/cable modem is connected to an outside Internet connection.
Connecting a DSL/Cable Modem You typically connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to the Internet through a DSL/Cable modem. AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.1 PRE-OUT SURROUND SURROUND BACK L L L CENTER VIDEO WIRELESS LAN OUT FRONT Pb TV SOURCE DVI Refer to your DSL/cable modem and ISP documentation to establish a connection. 802.11 b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA Y VIDEO L R 1 ACTIVITY LINK IN CABLE/ANT.
Connecting Through a Router You can connect the HP Digital Entertainment Center to a LAN network and then to a DSL modem or Cable modem. You can use your HP Digital Entertainment Center as a client if you already have a home network functioning. AUDIO IN CENTER VIDEO WIRELESS LAN OUT FRONT 802.11 b/g REMOVABLE ANTENNA Y VIDEO L Pb ACTIVITY LINK TV SOURCE 1 IN DVI R CABLE/ANT.
USB Device Connection Digital Still Camera The following instructions apply only to digital still cameras. On /Standby When connecting a digital still camera, use a USB connector on the front or back of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. HP Digital Entertainment Center z545 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.
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 z545 The following devices can be connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center USB 2.0 high speed ports: ■ iPod ■ MP3 player ■ USB drive ■ External hard drive ■ Printer ■ Scanner USB 2.0 (x2) USB Drive USB device connection (front panel) AUDIO IN AUDIO 7.
Connecting an HP Personal Media Drive The HP Digital Entertainment Center front panel includes a drive bay that houses the HP Personal Media Drive. The drive bay has an internal USB port and power connector. The HP Personal Media Drive can also function as an external USB hard disk drive. You must connect an external USB port and power cable. For more information about installing the software, refer to the documentation that came with the HP Personal Media Drive.
Installing an HP Personal Media Drive To connect an HP Personal Media Drive to the HP Digital Entertainment Center: 1 Install the HP Personal Media Drive software that is included with the drive (select models only). ■ For instructions about installing and using the HP Personal Media Drive software, refer to the documentation that came with your HP Personal Media Drive. 2 Open the HP Personal Media Drive bay front panel door.
Disconnecting an HP Personal Media Drive You can safely remove the HP Personal Media Drive when both the amber activity and blue power LEDs are off. n When your HP Digital Entertainment Center is in standby mode (reduced power state), the drive turns off. To disconnect your HP Personal Drive safely: 1 Close Media Center and all other programs that may be accessing your HP Personal Media Drive. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray at the bottom of the desktop.
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This chapter describes how to set up your HP Digital Entertainment Center software, including how to configure the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. When you complete the procedures in this chapter, you can use your HP Digital Entertainment Center in your home entertainment center. Refer to the Media Center Edition 2005 Software Guide. n You should only perform the procedures in this chapter after all cables have been connected.
Starting the HP Digital Entertainment Center for the First Time Installing the Keyboard Batteries (Initial) The keyboard comes with batteries pre-installed. The batteries are fresh from the factory. 1 Turn the keyboard over. 2 Pull the tab. n Use only AA alkaline batteries in the keyboard. Initial Start Up After you have connected the equipment, you are ready to turn on the system. 1 Make sure the video and audio cables are connected before you turn on the TV and the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The system starts. Power On 5 See “Syncing the Keyboard” on page 123. The display on the TV screen may not be optimized until after you set the display settings. On/Standby w Make sure you have followed all safety instructions for your HP Digital Entertainment Center, especially the important AC Power information. See “Safety Information” on page 19. Syncing the Keyboard Test the keyboard after the operating system is loaded.
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. On /Standby HP Digital Entertainment Center z545 FRONT INPUT 1394 S-VIDEO VIDEO Important: If you press the button twice, you will need to repeat steps 1 through 4. 4 Test the keyboard. Move the trackball and see if the cursor moves. 5 If the keyboard does not operate: a Check the batteries. b Repeat steps 1 through 4.
The system starts and displays the initial Microsoft Windows setup screen for the first turn-on only. You will need a mouse and keyboard to navigate the screens. To setup Windows for the first time: 1 Follow the onscreen instructions for the initial Microsoft Windows setup. 2 Click Next to set up your system. 3 Select your country/region and language in System Settings. Change is optional. Click Next. 4 Select your Time Zone. Change is optional. Click Next. 5 Accept the End Users License Agreement.
Media Center First-Run The initial Media Center setup wizard consists of required setup and the optional setup. Required Set-up The system displays the initial Media Center setup wizard for the first power-up 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 prior to power-on.
This procedure for optional components within the Media Center wizard can be done later; you can define or change these settings using the Media Center settings. In this portion of the Media Center wizard, you will: ■ Configure tuners, TV signal, and Television Program Guide information. ■ Select and adjust Media Center display settings. ■ Set up speakers. ■ Teach the HP Digital Entertainment Center to control your cable TV or satellite receiver set-top-box.
If Your Connections Don’t Work You can use Media Center wizards to walk you through the connection process: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click Settings. 3 Click one of the following topics: a General b TV c 128 Pictures HP Digital Entertainment Center d Music e DVD f Messenger and Caller ID g Radio h Help 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. 5 If you cannot connect to the Internet, the wizard displays automatically.
To register with HP to receive changes, updates, and support: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click More Programs, HP Support, and then 3 Follow onscreen instructions, using the keyboard and trackball. You can also register with HP in the following ways: ■ Double-click the registration icon on your desktop, and follow onscreen instructions. ■ Register online at: Register Now. http://register.hp.
Configuring Audio Connecting Headphones Your HP Digital Entertainment Center comes with a headphones connector (1/4-inch [6.5 mm]) on the front panel. The headphones connector is labeled with a headphones icon. The Audio Out speakers are muted when you plug in the headphones, but SPDIF does not mute. You can connect a mini plug adapter into the 1/4-inch (6.5 mm) plug to use 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini headphones.
5 In the Sound Recording area, click the Volume Audio distortion may occur if recording volume is set too high. Initial Configuration n button, and then choose the source for sound recording. 6 Click OK. 7 Close the window. Adjusting the Volume To adjust speaker volume, use the: ■ Remote control. ■ TV. ■ AV receiver. ■ Buttons on the keyboard. ■ Volume knob on the speakers. ■ Volume knob on the subwoofer. ■ Volume knob on the monitor (if connected).
Configuring Audio Output You must adjust the audio settings in two places after you have installed and connected the HP Digital Entertainment Center to your audio system. Configure both the Media Center speaker settings and audio for the DVD player. The following table shows which procedures to perform for your audio system. If you set up speakers using the Media Center Optional Settings wizard, then set up the audio for the DVD player only.
To configure multichannel audio output for Media Center audio: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center. 2 Click Settings, General, Media Center Setup, 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. 6 Click Finish. and then Setup your Speakers. The Speaker Setup screen displays. n 3 Click Next.
Configuring Video Configuring Video Output You can configure your HP Digital Entertainment Center video for dual display. For instance, you can view the screen on your TV and your monitor if both are connected. You can also set up additional displays. See “Video Out to TV and Monitor” on page 71 to connect your TV and monitor. Video drivers change periodically; check HP Support for updates.
Viewing the screen image on a second display Initial Configuration To view your HP Digital Entertainment Center screen image on a second TV or monitor: 1 Make sure the video and audio cables are connected before you turn on the TV and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 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.
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. To disable the TV or monitor dual screen option and view your HP Digital Entertainment Center image on the original display: 1 Press Media Center on the remote control. You can also click Start on the taskbar, and select Media Center.
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. Lowering the display resolution can make messages and dialogs easier to read by enlarging the text. This utility has three common resolutions.
Configuring the Keyboard Buttons You can configure some of your HP Digital Entertainment Center shortcut keyboard buttons. 1 Click Start on the taskbar, choose Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is present. 2 Double-click Keyboard. 3 In the Keyboard Properties window that opens, click the Buttons tab. 4 Double-click the button you want to change. 5 Choose the button capability from the drop-down list. Enter the Display label and Address information.
After you turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center the first time and then restart it, you can install any software programs that came on CDs or DVDs included in the HP Digital Entertainment Center box (select models only). 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.
System Utilities HP provides special utility programs in the HP Digital Entertainment Center Help & Tools folder that display support information and initiate application or system recovery. To use utility programs: 1 Click Start, choose All Programs, and then HP Digital Entertainment Center Help & Tools.
Troubleshooting Chapter Contents: Solving audio problems, see “Audio” on page 142. Solving video problems, see “Video” on page 143. Other sources of information, see “Getting Help” on page 151. Troubleshooting This section contains possible solutions for some problems you may be experiencing with the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Problems and Solutions Audio Find the description that most closely matches your audio problem and try the corresponding solution. Problem Solution I don’t have sound from my speakers. ■ Verify sound cable connections. ■ Check volume and mute settings. See“Adjusting the Volume” on page 131. ■ Reconfigure the software for surround sound. See “Configuring Audio Output” on page 132. ■ Reinstall the sound card drivers by using Application Recovery.
Video Problem Solution I am using a TV with the HP Digital Entertainment Center, but I cannot see anything. ■ Check that the correct input source is selected on the TV. ■ Check that the TV is connected to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Video Out to TV” on page 66. ■ Check that the TV Out image is enabled. See “Configuring Video” on page 134. I cannot see anything on the TV. I can hear it, though.
Problem Solution My remote control doesn’t work. ■ Check that the remote control indicator light on the remote lights up when you press a button. If it does not, replace the batteries. ■ Make sure that the batteries for the remote control are charged and installed correctly. ■ Make sure the front of the remote sensor on the HP Digital Entertainment Center is not blocked (behind display window).
System Find the description that most closely matches your problem and try the corresponding solution. Problem Solution My HP Digital Entertainment Center won’t turn on at all. ■ When you press the On button on the front of the HP Digital Entertainment Center, the following events should happen: a The HP power button should light and the front display lights up. b The hard disk drive and fans spin.
Problem Solution The HP Digital Entertainment Center (or part of it) doesn’t seem to be working. ■ When the HP Digital Entertainment Center is in standby mode (the On button power indicator light is solid amber). Press the Standby button on the keyboard or the Standby button on the remote control to turn on the unit. ■ Make sure the keyboard syncs with the HP Digital Entertainment Center. See “Syncing the Keyboard” on page 123.
Problem Solution When I push one of the special or multimedia buttons on the keyboard, nothing happens. ■ Check that the standard keyboard keys and mouse work properly. Or ■ Check the button configuration. To configure the button: 1 2 3 4 5 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Control Panel. Click Printers and Other Hardware, if it is present. Double-click Keyboard. In the Keyboard Properties window that opens, click the Buttons tab. Double-click the button you want to change.
Problem Solution The TV or monitor doesn’t work, even though the HP Digital Entertainment Center appears to. ■ Make sure the TV or monitor is turned on — it has its own power button. ■ Make sure the proper TV or monitor input is selected. ■ Check the cable connection between the monitor and the HP Digital Entertainment Center. The cable connectors must be pushed in all the way prior to powering on the HP Digital Entertainment Center.
Solution The memory card reader won’t read my memory cards. ■ The memory card reader is a device that uses the Safely Remove Hardware task. This appears as a Windows system tray icon next to the time. Do not click Stop in the Safely Remove Hardware window. If you do click Stop, the drive is disconnected. If this happens, restart the HP Digital Entertainment Center. ■ Do not insert or remove memory cards when the in-use light is flashing.
Problem Solution My DVD won’t play. You can put data files on a DVD to store them or transfer them to another HP Digital Entertainment Center. However, data files on a DVD do not play in a DVD player. Rerecord your files to a file format that can be read by some DVD players. If you are using component output, you may need to change the configuration. See “Component Video Settings” on page 62. Check your DVD country/region. My DVD won’t play a DVD audio disk.
Getting Help Help and Support Center The Help and Support Center is onscreen Help information about your HP Digital Entertainment Center. Here you can find: ■ Links to reinstall drivers. ■ Access to technical support options. ■ Commonly asked questions about your HP Digital Entertainment Center. To open the Help and Support Center: 1 Press the Help button on your keyboard (the ? button). Or Start Media Center. Click on the Help (?) icon on the top left of the screen.
Warranty and Support Guide See the HP Digital Entertainment Center Warranty and Support Guide, included with the documentation, for detailed information on: ■ HP Web Site Support addresses ■ Application and System Recovery Programs ■ HP Support telephone numbers ■ The terms of your HP warranty coverage ■ HP Customer Care information ■ License information ■ HP Web Site Online Guide addresses ■ Software patches ■ Online Information and technical support for your HP Digital Entertainment Cente
HP Customer Care You can get help over the telephone from HP. When you call HP Customer Care, have your model number and serial number available. See the keyboard or the Warranty and Support Guide for the support telephone numbers. Online Guides Online manuals are associated with specific HP Digital Entertainment Center model numbers. Some models may not have online manuals.
Updates from HP HP may send updated information or patches to your desktop (not available in all countries/regions). You must be connected to the Internet to receive these updates. If you have turned off the Updates from HP feature, you will not receive these updates. To turn updates back on: 1 Click Start, choose All Programs, and then HP Digital Entertainment Center Help & Tools. 2 Click Updates from HP, and then Re-enable Updates from HP. Microsoft Web Site Search the Microsoft Web site (http://www.
Appendix: Replacing the Hard 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 HP Digital Entertainment Center. Because of this, you also lose a special code that Microsoft includes in the files of recorded TV programs. Without the code, Media Center cannot play TV programs previously recorded to disk or copied to DVD or to other media.
9 Lift up the hard drive from the chassis. 13 Replace the hard drive screws. Tighten the screws an additional half-turn only after the screws contact the rubber washer. B A 14 Reconnect the hard drive cables. 10 Disconnect the hard drive cables. 15 Place the hard drive into the chassis. Position the metal tabs. 11 Remove the hard drive screws. A B 12 Replace the old hard drive with the new hard drive.
16 Replace the hard drive cover on the chassis. 17 Turn the HP Digital Entertainment Center right side up. 18 Reconnect the power cable all other cables to the HP Digital Entertainment Center. A 19 Turn on the HP Digital Entertainment Center. 20 Test the HP Digital Entertainment Center for proper operation. 21 Recover your system using the recovery disk. 22 Restore your data.
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A adjusting desktop display resolution 137 front panel brightness 129 speaker volume 131 antenna connection for FM radio 58 for rooftop FM 58 for wireless network 111 Application Recovery program 153 audio files codec errors 150 do not appear in Media Library 150 B back panel location of connections 6 system diagram 26 video connector locations 75 batteries installing in keyboard 122 installing in remote control 17 replacing in keyboard 13 type for keyboard 13 for remote control 17 before you start additio
FM rooftop antenna 58 HDTV 67 microphone 130 monitor speakers 56 powered speakers 50 router, to Internet through 113 satellite receiver, one 84 satellite receivers 86 tape player using Audio In connections 57 TV displays 60 TV to watch one channel and record on another 74 VCR with direct connections 99 video analog camera 106 video digital camera 103 connecting video, overview 98 connections, system diagram 26 connector locations for audio output 36 for TV source 75 for video equipment 96 for video output 6
how to find FAQs 151 help 151 HP Digital Entertainment Center hardware test 151 utility programs 139 how to obtain updates 154 how to register for updates 129 how to replace batteries in keyboard 13 batteries in remote control 17 hard drive 155 how to switch inputs using your monitor 71 how to switch between audio and video using your monitor 70 using your receiver 68 using your TV 66 how to switch between dual displays 134 how to synchronize, the keyboard 123 how to transfer PC data to HP Digital Entertain
I installing additional software and devices 139 batteries in keyboard 17 batteries in remote control 122 Internet connecting DSL/cable modem 113 connecting through a router 114 typical configurations 110 K keyboard configuring buttons 138 function keys 10 replacing batteries 13 synchronizing 123, 147 troubleshooting 123, 147 M Media Center adjusting desktop display resolution 137 configuring audio settings 132 dual displays option disabling 136 enabling 135 Microsoft Web site 154 obtaining update informa
S safety information 19 satellite receiver connecting one unit 84 connecting two units 86 dual tuner option 74 setting up using Media Center 126 scanner, connecting 116 sensor, remote IR transmitter cable connection, connecting 90 speaker types, supported 37 speakers 2.0 system setup 43 2.1 system setup with passive speakers 44 with powered speakers 51 4.1 system setup with passive speakers 45 with powered speakers 52 5.
T U tape player, connecting 57 testing audio settings using Media Center 133 system connections using Media Center 128 transferring data from PC to HP Digital Entertainment Center 138 troubleshooting audio problems 142 DVD player 150 hard drive 150 keyboard 147 memory card reader 149 monitor 148 music files 150 power up of HP Digital Entertainment Center 145 printer 145 remote control 144 remote sensor 144 removing CD/DVD 148 speaker volume 142 special keyboard buttons 147 surround sound 142 system connec
