Page 1 DiGiMatrix ® Digital Entertainment PC AB-V10 User Guide...
Page 2: User Guide
Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Video out cable ............. 30 2.8.5 HDTV cable ............31 2.8.6 Audio out cable ............. 31 2.9 Connecting external devices ..........3 Chapter 3: Motherboard Information 3.1 Introduction ................34 3.2 Motherboard components ........... 34 3.3 Motherboard layout ............. 37 ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 4 5.3.1 Running the support CD ........77 5.3.2 Drivers menu ............77 5.3.3 Utilities menu ............79 5.3.4 ASUS Contact Information ........80 5.3.5 Other information ..........80 5.4 Software information ............81 5.4.1 ASUS Update ............81 5.4.2 ASUS PC Probe ............ 83...
Page 5 Installing ASUS Home Theater ......96 5.6.2 Using ASUS Home Theater ........98 5.6.3 Entertainment modes .......... 100 5.7 ASUS Wireless LAN adapter ..........109 5.7.1 Installing the WLAN card utilities and driver ..110 ® 5.7.2 Setting the Windows XP wireless options ..
Page 6: Notices
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 7: Safety Information
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturerís instructions. VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. LASER PRODUCT WARNING CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 8: About This Guide
About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS DiGiMatrix. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following chapters: Chapter 1: System Introduction This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS DiGiMatrix.
Page 9: Conventions Used In This Guide
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS Websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional Documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
Page 10: System Package Contents
System package contents Check your ASUS DiGiMatrix package for the following items. ASUS DiGiMatrix Digital Entertainment System with • ASUS P4SQ motherboard • DVD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-RW drive • 7-in-1 storage card reader Cables • Universal power adapter and cable (100V-240V) • HDTV cable •...
Page 11 Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS DiGiMatrix. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 12: Chapter 1: System Introduction
Welcome! Thank you for choosing the ASUS DiGiMatrix! The ASUS DiGiMatrix is a smart personal computer and a versatile home entertainment system in one. Powered by the ASUS P4SQ motherboard, DiGiMatrix delivers the cutting edge technology for your computing and multimedia entertainment needs.
Page 13 11. PREVIOUS button. Press this button to perform various functions in different modes. In CD/HD mode, selects the previous audio track/file. In Radio mode, selects the previous preset station. In Playlist mode, selects the previous available audio source. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 14: Front Panel (Internal)
12. NEXT button. Press this button to perform various functions in different modes. In CD/HD mode, selects the next audio track/file. In Radio mode, selects the next preset station. In Playlist mode, selects the next available audio source. Front panel (internal) The DVD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-RW drive, storage card slots, and several I/ O ports are located inside the front panel door.
Page 15 25. Microphone jack. This Mic (pink) jack connects a microphone. 26. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 16: Rear Panel
Rear panel The DiGiMatrix rear panel includes the power socket and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices. 2 3 4 Radio antenna jack. This jack connects the FM antenna. Line In jack. This Line In (light blue) jack connects a tape player or other audio sources.
Page 17: Internal Components
The installed components are labeled for your reference. Proceed to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing other system components. Standby power LED Chassis fan HDD power plug CPU fan (to HDD power connector) DIMM sockets IDE cable HDD metal tray (to HDD connector) DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive shield ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 18: Led Panel
LED panel The DiGiMatrix LED panel displays HD CD 00:00 different system information depending on the system mode. — VOLUME + Time - The LED panel displays the HD CD 18:30 system time in 24-hour format when DiGiMatrix is in soft-off or stand-by mode, S3 (Suspend-to-RAM), or S4 (Suspend-to-Disk) state.
Page 19 Chapter 2 This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to install components in the ASUS DiGiMatrix system. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 20: Chapter 2: Basic Installation
Preparation Before you proceed, make sure that you have all the components that you plan to install in the DiGiMatrix system. Basic components to install 1. Hard disk drive (HDD) 2. Central processing unit (CPU) 3. DDR Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) Tool Phillips (cross) screw driver 2.2 Before you proceed...
Page 21: Removing The Top Cover
Pull the top cover slightly toward the rear panel until the side tabs are disengaged from the chassis. Hold the center edge of the top cover, then lift it up from the chassis. Set the top cover aside. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 22: Installing A Hard Disk Drive
2.4 Installing a hard disk drive The DiGiMatrix system supports one UltraATA133 IDE hard disk drive (HDD). To install a hard disk drive: Remove the two metal cover screws. Keep the screws for later use. Use the hand slot to slide the metal cover toward the rear panel. Lift the metal cover after the side hooks are disengaged from the HDD tray rail and optical drive shield.
Page 23 (To side of the drive) (To bottom of the drive) Replace the metal cover by aligning its side hooks with the tray rail and optical drive shield. Slide the metal cover toward the front panel until it fits in place. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 24: Installing A Cpu
Secure the metal cover with screws that you removed earlier. 2.5 Installing a CPU The P4SQ motherboard comes with a surface mount 478-pin Zero ® Insertion Force (ZIF) socket. This socket is specifically designed for Intel ® Pentium 4/Celeron processor. To install a CPU: Loosen the CPU fan screws.
Page 25 CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 26 11. Reinstall the chassis fan and heatsink assembly. Align the bracket screw hole with the rear panel screw hole. 12. Secure the chassis fan and heatsink assembly with the screw you removed earlier. 13. Connect the chassis fan cable to the chassis fan connector.
Page 27: Installing A Dimm
DIMM is properly seated. A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 28: Replacing The Top Cover
Replacing the top cover After installing the components, follow these instructions to replace the top cover. Position the front edge of the top cover at least two inches from the front panel cover. Fit the top cover tabs with the chassis rail and the front panel cover tabs.
Page 29: Connecting Cables
Connect the DC IN power plug to the DiGiMatrix DC IN socket. DC IN power plug Power cable Power LED Power adapter Use an outlet adapter if the power plug does not fit the power outlet in your area. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 30: Radio Antenna
2.8.2 Radio antenna Connect the radio antenna plug to the Radio DiGiMatrix antenna jack. antenna Place the radio antenna at an elevated location to achieve better reception. 2.8.3 Audio/Video cable This cable connects a video casette recorder (VCR). To connect the Audio/Video cable: Connect the Audio/Video cable plug to the S-Video port.
Page 31: Hdtv Cable
Audio system Audio ports function variation Audio jack Headphone/2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel Light Blue Line In No function LFE Output*/Center Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Surround Surround * Low Frequency Enhanced Output ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 32: Connecting External Devices
2.9 Connecting external devices To the front panel Audio Devices — VOLUME + Camera Headphone Scanner To the rear panel Line In Line Out RJ-45 PS/2 Mouse DiGiMatrix subsystem USB Mouse PS/2 KB Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
Page 33 Chapter 3 This chapter gives information about the P4SQ motherboard that came with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 34: Introduction
Introduction The ASUS P4SQ motherboard comes already installed in the ASUS DiGiMatrix system. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. 3.2 Motherboard components 20 19 18 17 Chapter 3: Motherboard Info...
Page 35 Super I/O functionality. The chipset supports a Standard Infrared (SIR), TV remote control, PS/2 mouse, PS/2 keyboard, card reader, and Flash ROM. It also employs the SmartGuardian technology that monitors CPU and chassis fan speeds and other system conditions. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 36 Mini PCI slot. The Mini PCI slot supports Mini PCI cards. The P4SQ motherboard has two parallel Mini PCI slots located on both sides of the motherboard. A TV/FM tuner card is installed on the top Mini PCI slot. A wireless network interface card is installed on the bottom Mini PCI slot.
Page 37: Motherboard Layout
BUZZER USB5 CLRTC 8201BL CHA_FAN HDTV 962L CPU_FAN CR2032 3V Chipset Lithium Cell CMOS Power Bottom: Top: USB7 RJ-45 USB8 3COM 3C940 (Gbit) Bottom: PCI LAN Top: USB9 PRI_IDE RJ-45 USB10 PS/2 IDEPWR T:Mouse PCI1 SBPWRLED B:Keyboard EC_CON ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 38: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)
3.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount 478-pin Zero Insertion ® Force (ZIF) socket. This socket is specifically designed for the Intel Pentium ® 4/Celeron Northwood processor. The Intel ® Pentium ® 4/Celeron processor in the 478-pin package uses the Flip-Chip Pin Grid Array 2 (FC-PGA2) package technology, and includes ®...
Page 39: System Memory
2GB unbuffered non-ECC PC2700/2100/1600 DDR DIMMs. 104 Pins 80 Pins P4SQ P4SQ 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets You may install any DDR DIMMs with 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB densities into the two DIMM sockets. Refer to section “2.6 Installing a DIMM”. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 40: Jumper
3.6 Jumper This section describes and illustrates the jumper on the motherboard. Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.
Page 41: Connectors
Mini PCI slot. USB5 P4SQ USB+ USB- P4SQ USB2.0 Connector LED panel connector (20-1 pin LCD_PANEL) This connects to the ASUS proprietary LED panel which displays volume, clock/timer, track number, and other system information. LCD_PANEL P4SQ P4SQ LCD Panel Connector ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 42 IDE connectors (40-1 pin PRI_IDE, SEC_IDE) The PRI_IDE connector is for the UltraATA133 IDE hard disk ribbon cable. Connect the cable’s blue connector to the IDE connector, then connect the gray connector to a slave device (optical drive) and the black connector to the UltraATA133 master device (hard disk drive).
Page 43 These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! Internal audio connectors (4-pin AUX, CD) These connectors allow you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, TV tuner, or MPEG card. P4SQ CD(Black) AUX(White) P4SQ Internal Audio Connectors ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 44 IDE power connector (4-pin IDEPWR) The IDE power connector is for the IDE power cable. This connector supplies power to the hard disk drive and the DVD-ROM/CD-RW/ DVD-RW drive. P4SQ IDEPWR P4SQ IDE Power Connector Front panel LED connector (6-pin LED_CON) The front panel LED connector is for the power, HDD activity and card reader activity LEDs.
Page 45 P4SQ EC_CON P4SQ Encoder Connector Rear panel audio connectors (10-1 pin AUD_CON) This connector is for the ASUS proprietary rear panel audio board that supports the rear panel audio I/O ports. AUD_CON P4SQ P4SQ Audio Connector...
Page 46 PWRSW P4SQ P4SQ Power Switch Connector 11. Audio DJ panel connector (10-1 pin A_DJPANEL) The Audio DJ panel connector is for the ASUS proprietary Audio DJ panel that supports the front panel audio buttons and IR reception. A_DJPANEL P4SQ P4SQ Audio DJ Panel Connector...
Page 47 Chapter 4 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 48: Chapter 4: Bios Information
BIOS later. You can manage and update the BIOS setup of the DiGiMatrix system using the ASUS EZ Flash and the ASUS Update utilities. The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without having to go through the long process of booting from a diskette and using a DOS-based utility.
Page 49 5 without the disk in the drive or without the USB flash disk. At the prompt, “Please Enter File Name for NEW BIOS: _”, type in the BIOS file name that you downloaded from the ASUS website, then press <Enter>.
Page 50: Bios Setup Program
4.2 BIOS Setup program This motherboard supports a programmable EEPROM that you can update using the provided utility described in section “4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.” Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup”. This section explains how to configure your system using this utility.
Page 51: Bios Menu Bar
Brings up a selection menu for the highlighted field <Home> or <PgUp> Moves the cursor to the first field <End> or <PgDn> Moves the cursor to the last field <F5> Resets the current screen to its Setup Defaults <F10> Saves changes and exits Setup ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 52: General Help
General help In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also provides a General Help screen. You may launch this screen from any menu by simply pressing <F1> or the <Alt> + <H> combination. The General Help screen lists the legend keys and their corresponding functions.
Page 53: Main Menu
<Enter>. The password is now set to [Enabled]. This password allows full access to the BIOS Setup menus. To clear the password, highlight this field and press <Enter>. The same dialog box as above appears. Press <Enter>. The password is set to [Disabled]. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 54 A note about passwords The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify passwords in the Main menu. The passwords control access to the BIOS during system startup. Passwords are not case sensitive, meaning, passwords typed in either uppercase or lowercase letters are accepted. The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two different passwords: a Supervisor password and a User password.
Page 55: Primary And Secondary Master/Slave
IDE hard disk drive parameters. Refer to the next section for details. Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the correct configuration information supplied by the drive manufacturer. Incorrect settings may cause the system to fail to recognize the installed hard disk. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 56 [User Type HDD] Manually enter the number of cylinders, heads and sectors per track for the drive. Refer to the drive documentation or on the drive label for this information. After entering the IDE hard disk drive information into BIOS, use a disk utility, such as FDISK, to partition and format new IDE hard disk drives.
Page 57 To make changes to this field, set the Type field to [User Type HDD]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [2 Sectors] [4 Sectors] [8 Sectors] [16 Sectors] [32 Sectors] [Maximum] ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 58 SMART Monitoring [Disabled] This field allows you to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) system that utilizes internal hard disk drive monitoring technology. This parameter is normally disabled because the resources used in the SMART monitoring feature may decrease system performance.
Page 59: Keyboard Features
Options range from 6 to 30 characters per second. Configuration options: [6/Sec] [8/Sec] [10/Sec] [12/Sec] [15/Sec] [20/Sec] [24/Sec] [30/Sec] Keyboard Auto-Repeat Delay [1/4 Sec] This field sets the time interval for displaying the first and second characters. Configuration options: [1/4 Sec] [1/2 Sec] [3/4 Sec] [1 Sec] ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 60: Advanced Menu
4.4 Advanced Menu CPU Speed [Manual] This parameter allows you select the CPU internal frequency. You can select either one of the preset speeds, [2000MHz] or [2667MHz], or select [Manual] if you wish to adjust the setting manually. Configuration options: [Manual] [2000MHz] [2667MHz] The CPU speed parameter is non-configurable when you install a locked CPU.
Page 61 USB device. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Radio Mode Location [Europe] This item allows you to select the radio system in your location. This item is set to [Europe] by default. Configuration options: [Europe] [U.S.] [Japan] [East Europe] ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 62: Chip Configuration
4.4.1 Chip Configuration SDRAM Configuration [By SPD] This parameter allows you to set the optimal timings for items 2–5, depending on the memory modules that you are using. The default setting is [By SPD], which configures items 2–5 by reading the contents in the SPD (Serial Presence Detect) device.
Page 63: Pci Configuration
VGA, the less memory space is left for other system devices. Configuration options: [4M] [8M] [16M] [32M] [64M] 4.4.2 PCI Configuration PCI Latency Timer [32] Leave this field to the default setting [32] for best performance and stability. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 64 Display Select [CRT+DVI] This field allows you to set the display output for the DiGiMatrix system. Configuration options: [CRT+DVI] [CRT+TV] Before selecting [CRT+DVI] as display output, set the TV Type item to [S-Video] and the TV Out Function to [NTSC]. TV Type [S-Video] This item allows you to select the type of TV that connects to the DiGiMatrix system.
Page 65: Onboard Pci Devices Control
If an audio device is detected, the onboard audio controller is enabled. If no audio device is detected, the controller is disabled. If there are conflicts with the onboard audio controller, set the appropriate field to [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 66 Onboard IEEE 1394 Controller [Enabled] This field allows you to enable or disable the onboard IEEE 1394 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Onboard VIA USB Controller [Enabled] This field allows you to enable or disable the onboard VIA USB controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 4: BIOS Information...
Page 67: Power Menu
APM feature. In Windows 98 or later, APM is automatically installed as indicated by a battery and power cord icon labeled “Power Management” in the Control Panel. Select the item “Advanced” in the Power Management Properties dialog box. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 68 Video Off Option [Suspend -> Off ] This field determines when to activate the video off feature for monitor power management. Configuration options: [Always On] [Suspend -> Off] Video Off Method [DPMS OFF] This field defines the video off features. The Display Power Management System (DPMS) feature allows the BIOS to control the video display card if it supports the DPMS feature.
Page 69: Power Up Control
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Everyday] [By Date] The Automatic Power Up feature does not work if the system is powered ® down by an operating system, such Windows 98, that has Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support enabled. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 70: Hardware Monitor
4.5.2 Hardware Monitor CPU Q-Fan Function [Enabled] Chassis Q-Fan Function [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Q-Fan feature that smartly adjusts the CPU/chassis fan speed for more efficient system operation. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] MB Temperature [xxxC/xxxF]...
Page 71: Boot Menu
Pressing [Enter] will show the product ID of the connected IDE hard disk drive. ATAPI CD-ROM This field allows you to select the ATAPI CD-ROM drive to use in the boot sequence. Pressing [Enter] will show the product ID of the connected ATAPI CD-ROM drives. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 72 Other Boot Device Select [INT18 Device (Network)] Configuration options: [Disabled] [INT18 Device (Network)] Plug & Play O/S [No] This field allows you to use a Plug-and-Play (PnP) operating system to configure the PCI bus slots instead of using the BIOS. When [Yes] is selected, interrupts may be reassigned by the OS.
Page 73: Exit Menu
Select this option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than system date, system time, and password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 74: Load Setup Defaults
Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select [Yes] to load default values.
Page 75 Chapter 5 This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 76: Chapter 5: Starting Up
• Screen display and driver options may not be the same for other operating system versions. • The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates. Chapter 5: Starting up...
Page 77: Running The Support Cd
Click this item to load the installation wizard and install the SiS 651 display driver. SiS AGP Driver Click this item to load the installation wizard and install the SiS AGP driver. Install the SiS Display Driver before installing the SiS AGP Driver. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 78 This item installs the driver for the DiGiMatrix 4-slot card reader. ASUS DiGiMatrix TV Card Driver Click this item to install the driver for the DiGiMatrix TV Card. ASUS Wireless LAN Adapter Driver This item installs the ASUS wireless LAN driver. See page 109 for details. Chapter 5: Starting up...
Page 79: Utilities Menu
See page 83 for details. ASUS Update This item installs the ASUS Update that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and drivers. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). See page 81 for details.
Page 80: Asus Contact Information
Click this item to view additional information on the I’m InTouch application. 5.3.4 ASUS Contact Information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. 5.3.5 Other information The icons on the top right side of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support CD.
Page 81: Software Information
5.4.1 ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and drivers. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Page 82 From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. The BIOS ROM information is displayed. Click Flash to update the BIOS. If you selected the option to update the BIOS from a file, a window pops up prompting you to locate the file.
Page 83: Asus Pc Probe
5.4.2 ASUS PC Probe ASUS PC Probe is a monitoring utility that continuously keeps track of vital system information such as fan rotations, voltages, and temperatures. This utility also allows you to check other information about your computer, including hard disk space, memory usage, and CPU type, CPU speed, and internal/external frequencies through the DMI Explorer.
Page 84 Using ASUS PC Probe Monitoring tab Monitor Summary Shows a summary of the items being monitored. Temperature Monitor Shows the system temperature (for supported processors only). Temperature Warning threshold adjustment (Move the slider up to increase the threshold level or down to decrease...
Page 85 DiGiMatrix for future reference. Information tab Hard Drive Shows the used and free space of the DiGiMatrix’ hard disk drive and the file allocation table or file system used. Memory Shows the DiGiMatrix memory load, memory usage, and paging file usage. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 86 NOTE: This feature is currently unavailable. ASUS PC Probe Task Bar Icon Right clicking the PC Probe icon brings up a menu to open or exit ASUS PC Probe and pause or resume all system monitoring. When the ASUS PC Probe senses a...
Page 87: Multi-Channel Audio Feature
Speaker Setup to display a list of options. Select the option Surround Sound Speakers (5.1 Surround). Click the Apply button. Click the Test button to display the Test Listening Environment window. Select the audio test path from the drop-down menu. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 88 After selecting an option, test your Audio path indicator setting by clicking the Play Test Noise button. While testing, you will see a black circle moving on the screen indicating the audio path. The Play Test Noise button becomes Stop Playing button. Click this button at any time to stop playing.
Page 89 Select to enable the front panel microphone. Click Close for the new settings to take effect. The rear panel Mic jack (pink) is automatically disabled when you enable the front panel Mic jack. Only one Mic jack works at a time. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 90: Music Wizard
5.4.4 Music Wizard The Music Wizard allows you to create and save MP3 playlists to your hard disk drive and lets you play them using the Audio DJ feature. See next section for the Audio DJ feature. The Music Wizard utility is included in the support CD that came with the DiGiMatrix package.
Page 91 You may also drag and drop MP3 files to the Selected Files window to add more files to the playlist. Saving your playlist or folder When prompted, save the playlist or the folder. Type a file name, then click Save. The Music Wizard window displays the created playlist and folder. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 92 Click a playlist icon to view all MP3 files saved on that playlist or folder. Editing your playlist or folder To add/remove a file to/from a playlist: Select a playlist, then click Edit. Select the file you wish to add from the Existing Files window, then click Select.
Page 93: Audio Dj
1. Connect the power pug and cable. 2. Press the system power button to turn on the system. ® 3. Use the Windows shutdown procedures to turn off the system. 4. Press the Audio DJ power button to put DiGIMatrix in Audio DJ mode. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 94: Selecting An Audio Source
5.5.1 Selecting an audio source The Audio DJ window displays the audio sources (Hard Disk, CD/DVD Device 1, and Radio FM Device), play medium, and player status. To select an audio source: Press the STOP ( ) button until the Player Status displays Playlist Mode.
Page 95: Tuning Into An Fm Radio Station
Press the PLAY button to confirm the preset station. 5.5.6 Adjusting the volume You may adjust the volume by turning the Volume Dial clockwise (volume up) or counterclockwise (volume down). You may also press the on the remote controller. Press the volume dial to MUTE sound. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 96: Asus Home Theater
5.6 ASUS Home Theater The ASUS Home Theater allows you to maximize the DiGiMatrix multimedia features. The following sections provide information on installing and using the ASUS Home Theater. 5.6.1 Installing ASUS Home Theater Place the ASUS Home Theater CD into the DVD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-RW drive to start installation.
Page 97 The Home Theater application is copied into your system. Reboot your computer after the installation is completed. To launch the ASUS Home Theater, click Start > All Programs > Home Theater > Home Theater. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 98: Using Asus Home Theater
5.6.2 Using ASUS Home Theater The ASUS Home Theater features a user-friendly interface that integrates all the multimedia functions of the DiGiMatrix. Home Theater lets you watch TV, play a DVD or video clip, tune into an FM radio station, listen to audio files or browse pictures from the same interface.
Page 99 The control panel buttons and functions are illustrated below. Play Rewind/Replay Pause Channel Forward Record Still shot Stop Next Volume down Previous Volume/Mute Volume up Some control panel buttons change from one entertainment system to another. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 100: Entertainment Modes
Click the Settings button, then click Autoscan to view the available channels. See “Settings” on page 103 for details. TV features The ASUS Home Theater comes with several features that support playing, recording, and replaying TV programs. Simultaneous playing and recording Home Theater allows you to watch a recorded TV program while in the middle of a recording.
Page 101 The Recorded TV option lets you view, play, and organize recorded TV programs. Select a recorded program from the list, then click the Play button to start playing. Organize your recorded programs by clicking the Sort By Name/Date buttons. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 102 Click the View button to preview a recorded program. A window displays a snapshot of each recorded program. Click the View button again to return to the recorded program list. Schedule The Schedule option allows you to set a schedule to record a TV program. To add a recording schedule, click Home Theater automatically saves a recorded program in the...
Page 103 Click the Settings button. Select the TV source (Cable/ Antenna), input source (TV/ S-Video/Composite), and record quality (Good/Better/Best). Click the side arrows to view available options. Click to select other options Click the to return to the TV main window. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 104 Radio Home Theater lets you tune in and listen to an FM radio station. Click Radio on the Home Theater main window. The Radio window appears. Click Autoscan to view available FM stations in your location. Select a station from the list to start listening. Click to record Organize the FM stations by name or frequency using the Sort By Name/...
Page 105 Video Clips window. The Video Clips window displays the title and length of video clips saved in ® the Windows My Videos folder. The Video Clips window only lists video clips saved in the Windows ® My Videos folder. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 106 Click View to display a snapshot of the video clips. Sort your video clips by clicking the Sort By Name/Date buttons. DVD/VCD Watch a movie with the ASUS Home Theater DVD/VCD player. Place a DVD/VCD in the DVD-ROM/CD-RW/ DVD-RW drive, then click the Play button.
Page 107 Audio Source. This item allows you to set your audio source to CD Player, Microphone, Aux, Line In, Phone, or Mono Out. Record Quality. Set your recording quality to Good, Better, or Best. Click Next to display the Picture settings window or Close to return to the main window. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 108 Picture settings Allows you to customize your picture viewing and to setup a slideshow. Click Next to display the DVD settings window or Close to return to the main window. DVD/VCD settings Adjust the DVD/VCD player settings on this window. See page 106 for DVD/VCD settings.
Page 109: Asus Wireless Lan Adapter
ASUS Wireless LAN adapter The DiGiMatrix system comes with an IEEE 802.11b-compliant wireless LAN adapter for wireless local area network (WLAN). The wireless LAN adapter allows you to share a single Internet connection with other computers making it a perfect solution for your home or small office network.
Page 110: Installing The Wlan Card Utilities And Driver
XP wireless options ® In Windows XP, the Wireless Option window appears after installation. Select “Only use ASUS utilities and disable XP wireless function” to avail all wireless LAN adapter features. Click OK. 5.7.3 Other support CD options Uninstall ASUS WLAN Card Utilities/ Driver.
Page 111: Setup Wizard
LAN adapter in station (STA) mode. Select a wireless network from the table, then click Next. The wireless LAN adapter connects to the selected network. Click the Search Again button to re-scan available access points in your location. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 112 If the wireless network that you wish to access has an enabled Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption, the setup wizard will prompt you to enable data encyption. Click Next. Obtain the WEP keys from the network administrator. The wireless LAN adapter and the selected wireless network WEP keys must be identical to establish connection.
Page 113 Click Finish to close the setup wizard. My Configuration The setup wizard displays allows you to set the wireless LAN adapter in three different operation modes when you select My Configuration. Select an operation mode, then click Next. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 114 Creating your own wireless LAN (Soft AP and Ad Hoc modes) When prompted, assign an SSID (Network Name) to the wireless LAN you wish to create, then select a radio channel that you wish to use in communicating with other wireless devices.
Page 115 Some access points disable their SSID broadcasting to prevent a wireless device from finding and accessing their networks. Obtain the SSID of the hidden wireless LAN from the network administrator. To connect to a hidden wireless LAN: Select Connect to a hidden wireless LAN, then click Next. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 116 When prompted, enter the SSID of the hidden wireless LAN you obtained from the network administrator. Click Next. If the hidden wireless LAN you wish to access has an enabled Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption, the setup wizard will prompt you to enable data encyption.
Page 117 IP address assignment. If not, obtain the IP settings from your network administrator, then enter the IP address manually. Click Next when done. The wireless LAN adapter setup is complete. Click Finish to close the setup wizard. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 118 Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) After setting the wireless LAN adapter in Soft AP mode, the wizard prompts you to set up Internet Connection Sharing (ICS). ICS is a networking feature that allows several computers in a wired or wireless network to share a single Internet connection.
Page 119 Click Next. Select the network adapters that connect to other computers in your home network, if any. The wizard will bridge these networks with the wireless LAN adapter. Click Next. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 120 The wizard creates a network bridge between your wired (LAN) and wireless (wireless LAN adapter) network connections. Click Next. Network bridge is a process of connecting several wired or wireless LAN segments. See page 143 for details. An Internet Sharing Configuration dialog box appears.
Page 121 The Network Connections window displays the bridged network connections. 10. Click Finish to close the setup wizard. ® Refer to Windows XP Help and Support Center for articles and help files on the Network Bridge function. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 122 Direct internet connection To enable ICS if your computer directly connects to the Internet: Select the number of IP address assigned by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click Next. The wizard will instruct you to enable ICS or create a network bridge if you are assigned two or more IP addresses.
Page 123 2 to 10 of the “Internet connection via another computer or residential gateway” section on pages 119-121. Follow the steps in the “Direct Internet connection” section on page 122 if your computer connects directly to the Internet. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 124: The Control Center Utility
5.7.5 The Control Center utility The Control Center utility is a management software that launches applications and configures network settings. The Control Center Utility starts automatically when the system boots and displays the Control ® Center icon in the Windows taskbar.
Page 125 Using the Wireless LAN Card Settings The Wireless LAN Card Settings is Tabbed property sheets the main interface that allows you to control the ASUS wireless LAN adapter. Use the Wireless Settings to view the operational and connection status, or to modify the wireless LAN adapter configuration.
Page 126 Rescan button - Click to allow wireless LAN adapter to scan available wireless networks and to connect to the network with the best signal quality. Change SSID button - Click to change the SSID. Clicking this button opens the Config-Basic window. See “Config-Basic Tab” on the next page. Search and Connect button - Click to view all wireless networks within the range of your system.
Page 127 (AP). In this mode, your system can access wireless LAN and wired LAN (Ethernet) via the AP. Select the Ad Hoc mode to communicate directly with other mobile clients within the wireless LAN adapter range. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 128 Network Name - Displays the network SSID. The network SSID is a string use to identify a wireless LAN. Assign different SSIDs to segment the wireless LAN and increase network security. Set the SSID to a null string to allow your station to connect to any available access point. Null string may not be used in Ad Hoc mode.
Page 129 LAN adapter. • Keep a record of the WEP encryption keys. Config - Advanced The Advanced tab displays the wireless LAN adapter advanced settings. We recommend that you keep the default settings. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 130 Config - Soft AP The Soft AP tab displays the Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) and bridge features of the wireless LAN adapter. The Soft AP tab appears only on systems running on Windows ® SoftAP/STA Mode. This field allows you to select the wireless LAN adapter mode.
Page 131 Search to rescan available networks. About Click the About icon to view the software version, driver version, and copyright information. Link State Displays the current connection status of the wireless LAN adapter to the AP or to other Wi-Fi devices. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 132: Help Menu
Command icons Apply. Click to apply the changes made on wireless LAN adapter configuration and settings. OK. Click to close the Wireless Settings utility window. Cancel. Click to cancel any changes made on wireless LAN adapter configuration or settings. Clicking Cancel closes the Wireless Settings utility window.
Page 133 ® Wireless Option – Sets your Windows XP wireless networking environment. See page 110 for details. The Control Center Left-click menu is available only when wireless LAN adapter is set to Station Mode (STA). ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 134: Configuring The Wireless Lan Adapter By Wireless Settings Utility
5.7.6 Configuring the wireless LAN adapter by Wireless Settings utility The Wireless Settings utility allows you to set your wireless LAN adapter in Station (STA) or Soft Access Point (Soft AP) mode. In STA mode, your wireless LAN adapter connects to an access point to access a wireless network or the Internet.
Page 135 128 on how to configure WEP encryptions. To check if wireless LAN adapter is associated with the selected AP, click the Status icon in the property window, then select the Status tab. Look for the Associated State field to confirm. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 136 ® Windows XP OS Do any of the following to set your wireless LAN adapter in station mode. Enter the Wireless Settings utility Double-click the Control Center icon in the Windows taskbar to open the Wireless Settings utility. Click the Config icon in the property window, then select the Soft AP tab.
Page 137 Wireless Settings utility. Click the Config icon in the property window of the Wireless Settings utility, then select the SoftAP tab. Select Soft AP Mode, then click Apply. A confirmation window appears click Yes. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 138 Use the Change Mode menu Right-click the Control Center icon in the Windows taskbar to display the right-click menus. Select Change Mode. Select Soft AP Mode when the Change Mode window appears. Click OK. The Soft AP icon replaces the Control Center utility icon in the ®...
Page 139 Power Saving Mode used by the wireless device connected to the soft Event Log The Event Log tab displays detected system events including the date and time of the event and event type. Click Clear Log to clear the event log window. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 140 Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) ® ICS is a Windows XP feature allowing several computers in a wired or wireless network to share a single Internet connection. With ICS, other wireless clients in a home or small office network rely on the wireless LAN adapter for Internet access.
Page 141 Connect To > Show all connections from the ® Windows desktop. Click File from the menu, then select New Connection. A New Connection Wizard appears. Click Next. When prompted, select the Network connection type. Select Connect to the Internet, then click Next. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 142 Select Set up my connection manually, then click Next. Depending on your network setup, select Connect using a broadband connection that requires a user name and password or Connect using a dial-up modem, then click Next. Enter the ISP name, then click Next.
Page 143 To bridge a wired network connection to the wireless LAN adapter: Open the Wireless Settings utility. Select Config from the property window, then select the Soft AP tab. Select a network connection from the Available Network Connections box, then drag the connection to the Internet field. Click Apply. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 144 A warning message appears. Click OK. The Wireless Settings utility displays the wired and wireless network connections to be added in a network bridge based on your configuration. Write down these network connections in a piece of paper and keep it in a safe place. Click OK. Select the network connections to be bridged.
Page 145 Appendix The appendix includes information on the DiGiMatrix remote controller and the optional Subsystem. It also includes the DVD-RW/ DVD-ROM/CD-RW technical specifications and the available wireless LAN adapter channels. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 146: Appendix A.1 Subsystem
Subsystem The Subsystem is designed to provide additional storage and an extra optical drive to the DiGiMatrix. The Subsystem package includes the following. • CD-RW drive • IDE cable • DC power cable The following sections describe the Subsystem features, installation, and connection to the DiGiMatrix system.
Page 147: Removing The Top Cover
Connect the 40-pin IDE cable to the IDE connector on the drive. Connect the 4-pin power plug to the HDD power connector. Place the drive on the tray. Secure the drive with two side screws. Replace the top cover. ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 148: Connecting The Subsystem To Digimatrix
A.1.4 Connecting the Subsystem to DiGiMatrix Follow these instructions to connect the Subsystem to the DiGiMatrix. Place the Subsystem on top of the DiGiMatrix. Connect one end of the IDE cable to the DiGiMatrix IDE connector. Loosen one top cover screw on the DiGiMatrix, then insert the IDE cable ground terminal into the screw.
Page 149: Digimatrix Remote Controller
A.2 DiGiMatrix remote controller The DiGiMatrix remote controller allows you to control DiGiMatrix from a distance. Use the remote controller to navigate through the Audio DJ and ASUS Home Theater windows. A.2.1 Specifications Operating range 5 meters (max) Power Source 2 x “AAA”...
Page 150: Remote Control Functions In Audio Dj
A.2.3 Remote control functions Audio DJ Mode Buttons CD/DVD Hard Disk FM Radio Turns the Audio DJ system on –– –– To next radio preset –– –– To previous radio preset Pause Pause –– Stop Stop –– Play Play Scan frequency Rewind Rewind Fine tuning (-)
Page 151: Remote Control Functions In Home Theater
A.2.3 Remote control functions ASUS Home Theater ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 152 You may use the OS START ( ) button to wake up the DiGiMatrix system from S4 mode (suspend-to-disk/hibernate). Appendix...
Page 153: Dvd-Rom/Cd-Rw/Dvd-Rw Technical Specifications
90ms 80ms 90ms Burst PIO Mode 16.7MB/s 16.7MB/s 16.7MB/s MultiWord DMA 16.7MB/s 16.7MB/s 16.7MB/s Ultra DMA 33.3MB/s 33.3MB/s 33.3MB/s Interface ATAPI ATAPI (Enhanced IDE) ATAPI MTBF 100,000 POH 60,000 POH 60,000 POH Buffer Memory Size 2 MB 192KB ASUS DiGiMatrix...
Page 154: Wireless Lan Adapter Channels
A.4 Wireless LAN adapter channels The IEEE 802.11b standard for Wireless LAN allocated the 2.4 GHz frequency band into 14 overlapping operating channels. Each channel corresponds to a different set of frequencies. The table below shows the center frequencies of each channel. Channel Center Channel...
Page 155 Channels 1 to 11 *Channel 14 only allows 1 to 2 Mbps data transmission rate. Channels 1, 6 and 11 are independent and do not overlap each other. We recommended that you tune your wireless LAN adapter to these channels. ASUS DiGiMatrix A-11...
Page 156 A-12 Appendix...

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Chapter 3: Motherboard Information

Chapter 1: System Introduction

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Chapter 4: BIOS Information

Chapter 5: Starting up

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