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  • Page 1 Getting Started...
  • Page 2 The only warranties for Hewlett-Packard products and services are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Help ....................1 Finding Onscreen Guides ..................1 Finding Guides on the Web..................1 Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center ............2 Using the PC & Help Tools Folder ................2 Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections ............2 Getting messages ....................3 Turning off messages ..................3 Reactivating messages ..................4 Turning On Your Computer for the First Time ..........5...
  • Page 4 Using the Keyboard ................19 Identifying Keyboard Features................19 Alphanumeric keys ..................19 Function keys ....................20 Edit keys......................20 Arrow keys .....................20 Numeric keys ....................21 Keyboard indicators ..................21 Special keyboard buttons .................22 Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons ..............22 Customizing the keyboard buttons ..............25 Keyboard Shortcuts....................25 Using the Mouse ..................27 Using the Mouse Buttons ..................27 Scrolling......................28...
  • Page 5 Using Antivirus Software ..................43 Configuring and registering Norton Internet Security software .......44 Changing the virus scan time for your Norton Internet Security program ....44 Sending and Receiving E-mail ................45 Using Windows Mail ..................45 Using the e-mail program provided by your ISP ...........45 Software Quick Reference Table................46 Managing Files ..................49 Organizing Files with Folders.................49...
  • Page 6 Using Windows Media Center ..............75 Using Windows Media Center Features ..............76 Watch and record live TV.................77 The right music for the moment ................77 Play FM or Internet radio ..................77 Share your digital memories ................78 Transform your living space into a theater............78 Setting Up Windows Media Center ................78 Opening Windows Media Center with a mouse..........79 Opening Windows Media Center with the Media Center remote control ....79...
  • Page 7 Listening to FM Radio..................104 Setting Up the TV Signal..................105 Playing FM Radio Stations ................... 106 Organizing and Using Preset Radio Stations ............107 Using preset radio stations................108 Listening to More Radio Online ................109 Using the FM Radio and the TV Signal at the Same Time......... 110 Playing Music CDs .....................
  • Page 8 Working with Pictures and Videos ............129 Working with Digital Images ................129 Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center ............130 Adding Pictures in Windows Media Center ............130 Adding picture files from your hard disk drive ........... 130 Viewing Your Pictures in Windows Media Center........... 131 Viewing pictures as a slide show ..............
  • Page 9 Watching and Recording TV Programs ..........153 Navigating TV + Movies ..................153 Watching TV ..................... 154 Watching live TV................... 155 Controlling TV playback .................156 Using the remote control in TV + Movies............156 Using the Television Program Guide ..............158 Using Windows Media Center without the guide..........158 Television Program Guide errors..............159 Viewing the Television Program Guide .............
  • Page 10 Getting Started...

  • Page 11: Getting Help

    Getting Help Finding Onscreen Guides Onscreen guides are available in the User’s Guides folder (select models only). ® Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click All Programs. Click User Guides. Click an item to view it or use it. If there are no guide titles listed in the folder, your computer has no onscreen NOTE: guides.

  • Page 12: Using The Onscreen Help And Support Center

    Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about your computer is in the onscreen Help and Support Center (select models only). Here you can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about commonly asked questions. To open the Help and Support Center: Press the Help button (select models only) on your keyboard.

  • Page 13: Getting Messages

    Getting messages After you view or close a message, it does not automatically display again. To read a previously received message, open HP Connections or Compaq Connections: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click All Programs. Click PC Help & Tools. Click HP Connections or Compaq Connections.

  • Page 14: Reactivating Messages

    Reactivating messages When you reactivate the HP Connections or Compaq Connections service, the service runs whenever you are connected to the Internet, and you automatically receive messages as they become available. To turn on the service: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click All Programs.

  • Page 15: Turning On Your Computer For The First Time

    Turning On Your Computer for the First Time Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information.

  • Page 16: Using Passwords

    Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized use of the User password computer or user account Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software (antivirus program) Unauthorized access to data Norton Internet Security software (firewall program) Windows Vista™ updates Unauthorized access to Setup Administrator password Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information Ongoing or future threats to the...

  • Page 17: Using Antivirus Software

    The following are some tips for creating and saving passwords: When creating passwords, follow the requirements set by the program. Write down your passwords and store them in a secure place away from the computer. Do not store passwords in a file on the computer. Do not use your name or other personal information that could be easily discovered by an outsider.

  • Page 18: Using Firewall Software

    Using firewall software When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be able to gain access to information about you, the computer, and your data. To protect your privacy, use firewall software. Microsoft Windows Vista includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer.

  • Page 19: Turning On Your Computer For The First Time

    Turning On Your Computer for the First Time After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you are ready to turn on your computer. Press the Power button on the monitor. Press the On button on the front of the computer. Turn on the speakers, if they are present.

  • Page 20: Using Shut Down

    Using Shut Down For best results, when using Windows Vista, turn off the computer without pressing any buttons on the computer chassis. NOTE: For information on the Windows Start Button, see “Using the Windows Start Button Menu.” Close any open software programs by clicking the X at the upper-right corner of each program window.

  • Page 21: Using Hibernate Mode

    To put the computer into sleep mode manually: Press the Sleep button on the keyboard, if it is present. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click the Power button. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button. Click Sleep.

  • Page 22: Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, Or Away Mode

    To wake the computer from hibernate mode, press the On button on the front of the computer. If the computer does not work properly when you wake it from hibernate mode, restart the computer. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button.

  • Page 23: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet Your computer can connect to the Internet through the telephone modem. There are other ways to connect to the Internet that do not use the telephone modem, such as a LAN (local area network) or DSL (digital subscriber line). Check with your ISP for specific information on your connection.

  • Page 24: Signing Up For Software Updates

    Signing Up for Software Updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. It is recommended that you check for, download, and install these updates at least once a month. One way to keep the operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature. When you are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you through a pop-up message or icon in the notification area when critical updates are available.

  • Page 25: Setting Up User Accounts On Your New Computer

    Setting Up User Accounts on Your New Computer User accounts enable you to set the privileges for each user of your computer. For example, you can set the software programs that each user is allowed to access. Windows Vista provides three types of user accounts: Administrative Allowed to change account types for other users, change passwords, change system- wide settings, and install Windows Vista-compatible software and drivers.

  • Page 26: Guidelines For Installing Software And Hardware Devices

    Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices After you set up the computer, you may want to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Keep in mind the following important guidelines: Before installation, make a restore point by using the Microsoft System Restore program.

  • Page 27: Transferring Files And Settings From Your Old Computer To Your New Computer

    Transferring Files and Settings from Your Old Computer to Your New Computer You can copy files from the old computer to your new computer by using media such as CDs or DVDs, memory sticks, or personal media drives. You can also copy certain settings such as Web browser Favorites and address books by using Windows Easy Transfer software.
  • Page 28 Getting Started...

  • Page 29: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Your computer may include a standard keyboard or a wireless keyboard. The keyboard is the primary way you enter text and commands for the computer. A standard keyboard connects to the keyboard connector in the back of the computer. A wireless keyboard (select models only) uses a receiver/transmitter, instead of a connector cable, to communicate with your computer.

  • Page 30: Function Keys

    Function keys The function keys, located above the main keys, are labeled F1 through F12. Most function key operations vary by software program. F1 and F3 are available at all times: Pressing F1 displays a Help window for the software program being used. Pressing F3 displays a search window.

  • Page 31: Numeric Keys

    Numeric keys Press the Num Lock key to lock and unlock the numeric key functions: When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is on, the numeric keys work in the same way as the number keys and arithmetic functions found on a basic calculator. When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is off, the numeric keys are directional keys used to move the cursor or play games.

  • Page 32: Special Keyboard Buttons

    Special keyboard buttons There are special buttons (select models only) at the top of the keyboard. These buttons operate a CD or DVD player, control speaker volume, connect you to the Internet, or provide quick access to specific functions. (Some keyboard models have some of these special buttons to the left side of the main keys, some do not have the Internet buttons, and some use a different layout on the top right.) Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons...
  • Page 33 Icon Feature Description (continued) Search Opens page designed to search the Internet. Can be reconfigured to open any Web site or software program. E-mail Opens e-mail program. Can be reconfigured to open any Web site or software program. HP Club Links to HP Web site.
  • Page 34 Media control or playback buttons Icon Label Description Eject 1 and Opens or closes upper and lower optical drive trays. Eject 2 Starts recording to selected media. Stop Stops media. Play/Pause Plays or pauses media. Prev Rewinds media. Next Fast-forwards media. Volume Volume knob controls speaker volume: Turn clockwise to increase speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease...

  • Page 35: Customizing The Keyboard Buttons

    Customizing the keyboard buttons You can customize some of the special buttons on the keyboard (select models only) to open different programs or files, or go to favorite Web sites. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Control Panel. Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present.
  • Page 36 Getting Started...

  • Page 37: Using The Mouse

    Using the Mouse Your computer includes a mouse for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows Vista desktop. The mouse uses a roller ball or optics (a light and sensor) to sense movement and cause the cursor on the screen to move. Use the mouse on a flat surface. NOTE: The optical mouse cannot work on a glass, translucent, or reflective surface.

  • Page 38: Scrolling

    You see these terms for using the mouse: Click means to press and release the left mouse button once. Double-click means to click the left mouse button and then quickly click it again. Right-click means to press and release the right button once. To select an item, click it.

  • Page 39: Switching Mouse Button Functions

    Switching Mouse Button Functions To switch the functions of the right and left mouse buttons for left-handed use: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Control Panel. Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. Click Mouse. Click the Buttons tab, and check Switch primary and secondary buttons. Click Apply (using the new primary button) and then OK.
  • Page 40 Getting Started...

  • Page 41: Using The Windows Media Center Remote Control

    Using the Windows Media Center Remote Control (Select models only) NOTE: The remote control is included with select models only. Features and location may vary. The remote control is designed to work with Windows Media Center. You can use your remote control with Windows Media Center to play CDs and DVDs, view pictures, and much more.

  • Page 42: Remote Control Buttons Overview

    Remote Control Buttons Overview On/Off (Sleep) — Puts the computer into and out of a power-reduced sleep mode. It does not turn the computer off. Visualization — Displays visual imagery that is synchronized to the sound of your music tracks. Music —...
  • Page 43 0 to 9, #, * — Enters text and numbers into a Windows Media Center search or text box. Each time you press a number button, a different character appears. Press the Enter button to select a character. Clear — Deletes the last character entered. LED —...

  • Page 44: About The Remote Control

    About the Remote Control Use the remote control to open the Windows Media Center program, and use it to view TV, record TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video. To open Windows Media Center using the remote control, simply point it at the remote sensor, and press the Windows Media Center Start button.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting The Remote Control

    Troubleshooting the remote control If your remote doesn’t work: Make sure that the batteries for the remote control are charged and installed correctly. Make sure the front of the remote sensor (IR receiver) is not blocked. Point the remote control within a 45-degree angle range and less than 8 meters (26 feet) away.
  • Page 46 Getting Started...

  • Page 47: Introducing Your Computer Software

    Introducing Your Computer Software The operation of your computer is controlled by two kinds of software: The Microsoft Windows Vista operating system, which displays the desktop on the monitor and controls your computer’s hardware, peripherals, and software programs. Software programs that perform specific functions, such as word processing. The software programs included with the computer may vary by model and by country/region.

  • Page 48: Removing Desktop Icons

    Removing desktop icons You can remove most desktop icons by deleting them. To delete a desktop icon: Right-click the icon. Click Delete. Retrieving desktop icons Open the Recycle Bin on your desktop. Drag the icon onto the desktop. Using the Windows Start Button Menu Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Start menu.

  • Page 49: Organizing Your All Programs List

    Organizing your All Programs list To change the name of an item: Right-click the item. Click Rename. Type the new name, and then press Enter on the keyboard. Click Yes in the message that appears. To copy an item: Right-click the item. Click Copy.

  • Page 50: Resizing Windows

    Resizing Windows All windows have three buttons in the upper-right corner. The middle button is either the Maximize button or the Restore Down button, depending on the state of the window. Feature Name Description Minimize Collapses the window to the taskbar (but does not close it). To bring the window back up, click the taskbar button with the name of the window.

  • Page 51: Working With Digital Images

    Working with Digital Images You can connect a digital image source, such as a digital camera or a digital video camera, to the computer either directly or through a docking station. Digital picture files you copy or download from the device appear in the Pictures folder. Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files.

  • Page 52: Using A Browser

    Imagine you are reading a newspaper. On page 1, you may read something like For more details, see page 3, column 2. You turn the page for more information. A hyperlink on a Web page works the same way, except that you move to the new page by clicking the hyperlink.

  • Page 53: Restricting Internet Content

    Click Search the computer to show the results in a folder for advanced options. Click Search the Internet to search the Internet by opening your browser. Restricting Internet content The Internet provides you with a wide variety of information, but some information may not be suitable for every viewer.

  • Page 54: Configuring And Registering Norton Internet Security Software

    Configuring and registering Norton Internet Security software When you first set up the computer, Norton Internet Security helps you to configure and register your copy of Norton Internet Security. Be sure to set up Norton Internet Security before you start surfing the Internet. Double click the Norton Internet Security icon on the desktop.

  • Page 55: Sending And Receiving E-Mail

    Sending and Receiving E-mail E-mail enables you to send and receive letters, pictures, postcards, and even music and video clips. NOTE: E-mail may contain a virus in the message itself or as an attachment. To protect your computer, do not open any message that originates from an unfamiliar source or that appears suspect to you.

  • Page 56: Software Quick Reference Table

    Software Quick Reference Table (Select models only) Your computer includes a number of software programs that: Record and play CDs. Record data CDs. Import and edit video files. Record video CDs and DVDs. Organize digital media files. The following table describes the functionality specific to each of these programs. Use the table to determine which program to use to perform a task.
  • Page 57 With this program: You can: (continued) muvee autoProducer Add your own style to your movies with music, pictures, titles, scene transitions, (select models only) and captions. Edit your home movies. Save and burn multiple movie files to DVD. Use the Magic Spot feature to control the motion effects applied to your pictures. RealPlayer Play music CDs, .mp3s, and other audio files.
  • Page 58 With this program: You can: (continued) HP Total Care Advisor Quickly organize the Web links you want to keep available to you on your (select models only) desktop. Comparison-shop using the convenient shopping search engine. Get HP software and driver updates. Get important messages from HP.

  • Page 59: Managing Files

    Managing Files A file is any unit of information that is named and stored on your computer hard disk drive or other electronic storage media, such as a CD, diskette, or even in a digital camera. A file can be an application program, a picture, music or sounds, a document, or data. Almost everything you do on your computer involves working with files.

  • Page 60: Creating Folders

    Creating Folders Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Right-click Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Explore. Navigate to the location where you want the new folder. Click Organize and then New folder. Type a name for the folder, and then press Enter on the keyboard.

  • Page 61: Finding Files

    Finding Files To find a file, you can use the Search box at the top of every folder, or the search box on the Windows Start Button menu, which searches the whole computer. To search from a folder Search box: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer.

  • Page 62: Deleting Files

    Deleting Files CAUTION: Do not delete any file that is part of an installed program. Doing so can cause the program to become unusable. Find the file you want to delete, and click to select it. Click Organize and Delete. Click Yes to confirm the delete and send the file to the Recycle Bin.

  • Page 63: Using A Printer

    Using a Printer For instructions on connecting and using the printer, refer to the user manual that came with your printer. Printers receive instructions from your computer by means of software programs called printer drivers. In many cases your computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for your particular printer to work with your computer.
  • Page 64 Getting Started...

  • Page 65: Using Cd And Dvd Media Drives

    Using CD and DVD Media Drives Using Your CD and DVD Drives Your computer can come with several types of CD or DVD drives that allow you to do different tasks. What you can do depends on what kind of drive you have. Allows you to: CD-ROM CD-RW...

  • Page 66: Inserting And Removing Cds And Dvds

    Inserting and removing CDs and DVDs CAUTION: Use only standard-shaped (circular) discs in your drives. Using non- standard discs, such as heart-shaped discs or business-card discs, may damage your drive. To insert a CD or DVD: With your computer turned on, press the Eject button near the front of the drive to open the disc tray.

  • Page 67: Compatibility Information

    To remove a CD or DVD: With the computer turned on, open the disc tray by pressing the Eject button. Holding on to the disc edges or center hole only, lift the CD or DVD out of the tray. Place the disc in its case. Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the computer.

  • Page 68: Disc Features And Compatibility Table

    Disc Features and Compatibility Table Can be Plays in Plays in home Plays in home Disc File type recorded onto computer or car stereo DVD player CD-ROM Data Music Varies by model CD-R Data Music Varies by model Varies by model CD-RW Data Music...

  • Page 69: Optical Drive Quick Reference Table

    Optical Drive Quick Reference Table Double- Combo Optical DVD+RW/+R layer CD-RW/ LightScribe drive can: CD-ROM CD-RW DVD-ROM DVD-RAM DVD-RW/-R DVD+RW/+R Read CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs Read DVDs Read data on a CD Yes Play music Record data or music to disc for storage or backup View DVD movies Record DVD...
  • Page 70 Getting Started...

  • Page 71: Using The Memory Card Reader

    Using the Memory Card Reader Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. The optional memory card reader (select models only) can read from and write to a variety of types of memory cards and the IBM Microdrive disk drive. The card reader is accessible directly on the front of the computer.

  • Page 72: Media Insertion Guide

    Insert the media into the card slot until it stops. The activity light (A) on the memory card reader lights, and the computer automatically detects the media. You must insert media correctly. Note the direction of the notched corner NOTE: on the media.
  • Page 73 Card Insert the media 4-slot reader location CompactFlash Type I media Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) CompactFlash Type II media Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) IBM Microdrive disk drive Receptacle edge (holes) C (lower-left) Secure Digital (SD) memory card Facing up D (upper-right) Mini Secure Digital (MiniSD) Facing up...
  • Page 74 2-slot memory card reader (select models only) Activity light Upper slot Lower slot 2-slot reader Card Insert the media location Secure Digital (SD) Facing up F (upper) Memory Card (gold connector fingers down) MultiMediaCard (MMC) Facing up F (upper) (gold connector fingers down) Memory Stick (MS) Facing up...

  • Page 75: Understanding The Activity Light

    Understanding the Activity Light The memory card reader activity light is off when there are no media cards plugged into the slots. The light turns on when a media card is inserted into a slot. The light blinks when data is being transferred between the card and the computer. Formatting a Memory Card If you have not used the memory card before, or if the card has become corrupted, you may need to format it before using the it.

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting The Memory Card Reader

    Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader If you are having problems reading from or writing to a memory card, try the following: Some cards have a read/write or security switch on the card. Make sure the read/ write switch is set to Write Enabled before attempting to write data to the card. Make sure the amount of data you want to store is not larger than the storage limit of the memory card.

  • Page 77: Using The Hp Personal Media Drive And Hp Pocket Media Drive

    Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive The HP Personal Media Drive and the HP Pocket Media Drive (HP Media Drives) can be used as internal or external USB hard disk drives designed to quickly and easily increase your storage capacity and to transfer media files such as digital photos, music, videos, and other important files.

  • Page 78: Connecting The Drive

    Connecting the Drive Your HP Media Drive is designed to work with most computers as an external drive that is connected by using a USB cable, but it also can be inserted into specifically designed HP computers. These computers have a special horizontal or vertical drive bay that connects to the drive by using an internal USB connector.

  • Page 79: Connecting The Drive To A Computer Without A Drive Bay

    HP Media Drive fronts A Drive activity indicator light B Power on indicator light C HP Personal Media Drive guide ridges D Power/drive activity LED indicator HP Personal Media Drive (A, B, C) HP Pocket Media Drive (D) Connecting the Drive to a Computer Without a Drive Bay The HP Media Drives are designed to work with most computers as an external hard disk drive that you connect by using a USB 2.0 cable.

  • Page 80: Locating The Drive And Assigning A Drive Letter

    To connect the drive: Turn on the computer. Plug the rectangular end of the USB 2.0 cable (C) into an available USB port on your computer. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (D) into the USB connector on the back of the HP Media Drive.

  • Page 81: Using The Drive

    It is always best to remove your drive safely to avoid errors. See “Disconnecting the Drive.” To assign a drive letter: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Right-click Computer. Select Manage. Click Disk Management. Right-click HP Media Drive. Select Change Drive Letter and Paths.

  • Page 82: Disconnecting The Drive

    Disconnecting the Drive CAUTION: To avoid hardware damage and data loss, always disconnect your HP Media Drive safely when it is not saving or transferring files. You can safely remove the drive when it is not active. When the amber activity light is blinking, the drive is active, saving or transferring data.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting The Hp Media Drive

    Click Stop to make sure the HP Media Drive is not active, and then click Close. Disconnect the drive from the computer. Troubleshooting the HP Media Drive Microsoft updates Make sure you have the latest Microsoft operating system service packs and other Windows updates installed on your system before you try to troubleshoot a drive problem.
  • Page 84 Administrator privilege for installing software Depending on your operating system, you may need to be logged on as the administrator to install software. To change a user’s account: Click Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Control Panel, User Accounts and Family Safety, and then click User Accounts.

  • Page 85: Using Windows Media Center

    Using Windows Media Center Microsoft Windows Media Center lets you do amazing things with your computer. With a full range of easy-to-use digital entertainment features, you can experience movies, music, and photos like never before. Windows Media Center is simple and convenient to use. You can easily find and choose your media.

  • Page 86: Using Windows Media Center Features

    Using Windows Media Center Features You can control the Windows Media Center functions and navigate Windows Media Center windows by using the remote control (select models only), the keyboard, or the mouse. You can easily switch back and forth between them by moving the mouse or by pressing a button on the remote control or the keyboard.

  • Page 87: Watch And Record Live Tv

    Watch and record live TV With Windows Media Center you can watch, pause, advance frame by frame, skip ahead, or use instant replay to catch every moment of live TV. Use fast-forward to bypass unwanted content. When you are not able to watch your favorite show, you can use Windows Media Center to record it.

  • Page 88: Share Your Digital Memories

    Share your digital memories With Windows Media Center, you can turn your simple photo collection into a cinematic slide show that can be shared on the computer or the television in the living room. The Play All option on the Start menu enables a full slide show of photos at the click of a button, and you can even enjoy your slide show with music from your music collection for a truly memorable experience.

  • Page 89: Opening Windows Media Center With A Mouse

    Opening Windows Media Center with a mouse You can use either your remote control or your mouse to open and navigate Windows Media Center. To use your mouse: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 90: Windows Media Center Menu Bars

    Windows Media Center menu bars When you move the mouse, the Windows Media Center menu bars appear. These menu bars allow you to access: Media controls (play, fast-forward, rewind, stop, and others) Back arrow Window control icons (minimize, maximize, and close) Windows Media Center icon that takes you to the main Windows Media Center menu.
  • Page 91 To select items in Windows Media Center, use the arrow keys on the keyboard (with Numbers Lock off) or use the arrow buttons on the remote control, and then press the Enter key on the keyboard or press the OK button on the remote control to enter your selection. If you have media playing, such as music or a slide show, it appears in an inset window in the lower-left corner.

  • Page 92: Windows Media Center Control Menu

    Windows Media Center control menu To access the control menu in Windows Media Center, move the mouse to display the menu bars: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. From the Tasks menu, click Shutdown. Use your arrow keys on your remote control or your keyboard to scroll to the right or left of the screen to select the other options.

  • Page 93: Using Windows Media Center Power Settings

    Using Windows Media Center Power Settings When your computer is in Sleep mode it appears off, but you can actually still perform tasks such as recording TV programs or music files. Sleep mode turns off the display and mutes the audio. NOTE: The audio or video of TV recordings is not affected when the computer is in Sleep mode.
  • Page 94 Select General, Windows Media Center Setup, and then Run Setup Again. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the wizard. NOTE: You can change your Windows Media Center settings in the Settings menu. Following are some of the items included in the setup wizard: Check for your Internet connection.

  • Page 95: Windows Media Center Start Menu

    Windows Media Center Start Menu Open the Windows Media Center Start menu. Go back one screen. Minimize the Windows Media Center window. Resize the Windows Media Center window. Close the Windows Media Center window. Use arrow keys to scroll left and right through the sub-menu items. Use media playback controls: Play, Stop, Pause, Skip, Fast-Forward, Replay, Rewind, Record, Volume Up/Down, Mute, and Channel Up/Down.

  • Page 96: Online Media

    Music — Play music files or music CDs, create and edit playlists, and record music files to CD. See “Using Music with Windows Media Center” and “Copying Music Files to CD in Music.” Play Internet and FM radio stations. See “Listening to FM Radio.”...

  • Page 97: Windows Media Center Settings Categories

    Windows Media Center Settings categories General Startup and Window behavior. Visual and Sound Effects to set transition animations, sounds, and background colors when navigating in Windows Media Center. Program Library Options to allow programs in the Program Library to control the media experience and access media information in Windows Media Center.
  • Page 98 Getting Started...

  • Page 99: Playing Cds, Dvds, Or Vcds

    Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs This section describes how to play CDs, VCDs, or DVDs by using Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, or other audio and video programs. This section also describes using Music, radio, changing DVD and audio settings. Using Music The Music area in Windows Media Center is a great way to play, organize, and back up your music files.

  • Page 100: Using Music With Windows Media Center

    Using Music with Windows Media Center You can copy digital music files and organize a music library by using music library in the Windows Media Center or by using the Windows Media Player program. Music files that are added to music library in the Windows Media Center and in the Windows Media Player are accessible from within Windows Media Center and the Windows Media Player.

  • Page 101: Using The Music Library

    Using the music library Adding Music to music library When you add music files to your music library, they are placed into the music library in the Windows Media Center and the Windows Media Player. The added music files can immediately be found and played back using Music in Windows Media Center or the Windows Media Player.

  • Page 102: Adding Music Files From A Cd

    Use the arrow buttons on the keyboard or the remote control to select a location. When you find the folder that contains your music folder, select it by making sure an arrow appears next to the folder. Repeat this step to add additional folders, and select Next and then Finish.

  • Page 103: Deleting Music Files From The Music Library

    Deleting music files from the music library Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Select Music. Select music library. Select albums.

  • Page 104: Playing Music Files In Music

    Playing Music Files in Music When you first open Windows Media Center, select Music and click on music library, you will find a few music albums and tracks listed in your Windows Media Center and Windows Media Player music library. To play music, click on one or more songs and then click play.

  • Page 105: Changing The Visualization Settings

    If you insert a music CD when Windows Media Center is not open, a message appears asking what you want to do. You can select the Audio CD options using the Windows Media Center or Windows Media Player. If you have another program set as the default audio player, Windows opens the program and begins playing the CD.

  • Page 106: Playing An Album In Music

    Playing an album in Music Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Click Music. Click music library. Insert a music CD into the CD drive. Click Albums.

  • Page 107: Creating A Queue In Music

    Creating a Queue in Music A Queue is a temporary list of songs that is created in Music as you select songs, albums, or playlists to play. You can continue to add songs or you can delete songs from your Queue. You can create a Queue and save it as a playlist that you can access in Windows Media Center or the Windows Media Player.

  • Page 108: Finding And Playing An Album In Music

    Finding and Playing an Album in Music From Windows Media Center click Music, and then click music library. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the arrow keys on the keyboard or the mouse to select an album, and then press OK on the remote control. Press the Enter key on the keyboard or click the album to select the album and see the album details.

  • Page 109: Using Search

    Using Search Searching for Music Tracks and Files You can search for music files if you cannot locate them. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 110: Creating A Playlist In Music

    Creating a Playlist in Music A playlist is a customized list of songs you can keep to play later or record to CD. Using playlists, you can group various digital music files together and determine the order in which you want the files to play. You can create a playlist that includes several tracks from various CDs or even a playlist that contains background music for a slide show.

  • Page 111: Copying Music Files To Cd In Music

    Select play all. Select View Queue. Select Save As Playlist and give the playlist a name. Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter a name for the playlist, and then select Save. NOTE: If your computer is connected to the Internet, the CD track titles and cover art appear in Windows Media Center.

  • Page 112: Using More Music

    Use the alphanumeric keypad buttons on the remote control or the keyboard to enter a name for your CD, and then click Next. This will take you to the Choose Music Window. Select the music files to record. A check mark appears next to the song when it is selected.

  • Page 113: Using Radio

    Click the right mouse button to see a menu to select: Internet Security information, More Info or the Settings menu. Click the right mouse button for the icons to appear that take you to the previous menu. Using radio In radio you can play, listen, and preset various online radio stations. From the Windows Media Center, click Music, and then click radio.

  • Page 114: Listening To Fm Radio

    Listening to FM Radio If your HP computer is equipped with a radio tuner input (FM Tuner In), Windows Media Center can play FM radio. The Radio window in Windows Media Center makes it easy to play FM radio stations by using your remote control or the mouse. NOTE: Make sure you connect the FM radio antenna to the back of your HP computer before selecting an FM radio station.

  • Page 115: Setting Up The Tv Signal

    Setting Up the TV Signal To listen to the FM radio stations you will need to set the TV signal. NOTE: You must set up the TV signal before you can play your FM radio stations. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 116: Playing Fm Radio Stations

    Windows Media Center will automatically detect and configure your TV signal. Select Configure my TV signal automatically (Recommended) and click Next. The process might take a few minutes to complete. Once the TV signals are configured, click Finish. You can now play your FM radio stations. Playing FM Radio Stations Once the TV signal is set you can play and listen to FM radio stations.

  • Page 117: Organizing And Using Preset Radio Stations

    Select the Preset (–) or (+) button to find a preset station. Click Save as Preset to save the radio station as one of your preset stations. Type in the name of the radio station and click Save. You can Edit a preset station by clicking edit preset. Use the playback controls on the remote control, such as Pause, Rewind, and Fast- forward, to control radio playback.

  • Page 118: Using Preset Radio Stations

    Select < presets >. All of your preset radio stations are displayed. Click on the FM RADIO button to edit or add a preset radio station. Use the numeric keypad on the remote or the keyboard to enter a name for the new radio station.

  • Page 119: Listening To More Radio Online

    Listening to More Radio Online You can find and listen to more radio stations online by using the Windows Media Center. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 120: Using The Fm Radio And The Tv Signal At The Same Time

    Use the playback controls on the remote control, such as Pause, Rewind, and Fast- forward, to control radio playback. If you press the Pause button, Windows Media Center continues to record the program for up to 30 minutes. Press Play to resume listening to the program where you left off.

  • Page 121: Playing Cds With Windows Media Player

    Playing CDs with Windows Media Player Your computer must have a DVD drive to play DVD movies. NOTE: Some commercial music CDs are copy-protected and cannot be played with Windows Media Player. Such CDs come with their own (built-in) player that must be used.

  • Page 122: Using Dvds In Windows Media Center

    Using DVDs in Windows Media Center Watching DVDs in Windows Media Center allows you to control the playback with your remote control. If you play your DVD in another program outside of Windows Media Center, you will not be able to use the remote control. Playing DVD Movies in Windows Media Center Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your...

  • Page 123: Changing The Dvd Settings

    Changing the DVD Settings You can change the DVD settings such as the DVD language, closed captioning and remote control options. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 124: Changing Dvd Remote Control Options

    Changing DVD Remote Control Options To change the DVD remote control options: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. From the Tasks menu, click settings.

  • Page 125: Changing Dvd Closed Captioning

    Changing DVD Closed Captioning You can change the DVD closed captioning options. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. From the Tasks menu, click settings.

  • Page 126: Changing Dvd Audio Settings

    Changing DVD Audio Settings To select DVD audio settings for viewing the DVD: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 127: Playing Video Cds (Vcds)

    Playing Video CDs (VCDs) To play a VCD you must have either a CD or DVD drive. Insert the video CD into your CD or DVD drive. The default video CD program opens. If the Video CD wizard window opens, choose the program you want to use from the list.
  • Page 128 Getting Started...

  • Page 129: Creating Audio And Data Discs

    Creating Audio and Data Discs This chapter contains the procedures you must perform to record (or burn) files to recordable CD and DVD discs. It also includes information about labeling your discs by using the LightScribe labeling technology available on select models or by creating a paper label.

  • Page 130: Erasing Rewritable Discs Before Recording

    Erasing Rewritable Discs Before Recording Previously recorded files on rewritable discs (CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW) must be erased before recording new files. CD-R, DVD-R, and DVD+R discs cannot be erased. To erase a rewritable disc in Roxio Creator: Open the Roxio Creator program by clicking Start, All Programs, Roxio, Creator.

  • Page 131: Audio Cd Tips

    Audio CD tips When recording music files, it is important to note that: As you add music files in the recording session, the software calculates and displays the amount of recording time available to record additional music files. If you try to record more than a standard CD can hold, a message displays warning you that all the tracks may not fit on your disc.

  • Page 132: Creating Jukebox Discs

    Creating jukebox discs This section provides instructions for burning a jukebox disc with compressed audio files. Since files are burned directly to the disc without conversion into the standard audio format, jukebox discs are actually data discs. Only certain CD players can play these CDs. For instructions on creating an audio CD that plays in most car and home CD players, see “Creating audio CDs.”...

  • Page 133: Copying A Disc

    If desired, use the tools available in the Edit area to make changes to your video. Watch a preview of your video in the Preview area. When ready to create the video disc, click Burn. For more help using Roxio Creator and Roxio MyDVD, refer to the Help menu in the Roxio program.

  • Page 134: Creating Data Discs

    Copying a disc using one disc drive If you have only one disc drive, Roxio Creator stores an image file of the disc temporarily on the computer hard disk drive. Use these steps to copy a CD or DVD using one disc drive: Insert the disc you wish to copy into the disc-burning drive.

  • Page 135: Creating Photo (Slide Show) Discs

    Creating photo (slide show) discs This section provides instructions for creating a slide show disc using photos on the computer hard disk drive. To create a slide show disc: Insert a writable disc into the disc-burning drive. Open the Roxio Creator program by clicking the Windows Start Button, All Programs, Roxio, and then click Creator.
  • Page 136 Making a LightScribe label To make a LightScribe label: Place the disc into the disc drive with the top of the disc facing down. The top is the gold non-reflective side of the disc, opposite of the side that you record data onto. Close the drive.

  • Page 137: Making A Paper Disc Label

    Making a paper disc label The following provides instructions for creating a paper label for your disc. To create a LightScribe label, refer to “Making a disc label using LightScribe.” Load the printer with adhesive label paper. You can purchase label paper at most office supply stores.
  • Page 138 Creating Audio and Data Discs...

  • Page 139: Working With Pictures And Videos

    Working with Pictures and Videos You can view, copy, edit, print, and share digital images and videos by using the computer. You can transfer digital images and videos to the computer by using the following methods: CD or DVD: Insert the disc into the CD or DVD drive. Digital camera or digital video camera: Connect the device to the computer with the transfer cable that came with the device.

  • Page 140: Viewing Pictures In Windows Media Center

    Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center With Windows Media Center, you can view, sort, edit, print, and create a CD or DVD of your pictures from the folders you create in the Pictures directory in Windows Explorer. Pictures is a folder on your hard disk drive in the Documents window, and it is also a Windows Media Center menu item that enables you to view and search for your digital images by using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse.

  • Page 141: Viewing Your Pictures In Windows Media Center

    Viewing Your Pictures in Windows Media Center After you organize your pictures in the Pictures folder in Windows Explorer, open Windows Media Center to view your pictures: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 142: Viewing Pictures As A Slide Show

    Viewing pictures as a slide show Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Select Pictures + Videos, and click picture library. Select the folder of pictures you want to view as a slide show, and then press OK on the remote control or Enter on the keyboard.

  • Page 143: Using Supported Picture File Types In Windows Media Center

    Using supported picture file types in Windows Media Center You can view the following types of image files in Windows Media Center. File extension File type .jpg, .jpeg Joint Photographic Experts Group .tif, .tiff Tagged Image File Format .gif Graphics Interchange Format .bmp Bitmap .wmf...

  • Page 144: Cropping Pictures In Windows Media Center

    Select Touch Up. Select Contrast or Red Eye. Select Preview to see the result. After you select the options you want to fix, select Save. The picture displays with the new settings. Select Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Cropping pictures in Windows Media Center Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows...

  • Page 145: Rotating Pictures

    Use the mouse and keyboard to do one or more of the following: Select the arrows under the picture to move the picture side to side, or up or down. Select the magnifying glass tools to move the cropping tool in or out. Select the rotate tool to move the cropping tool to a vertical or horizontal position.

  • Page 146: Copying Pictures To Cds And Dvds In Windows Media Center

    Copying Pictures to CDs and DVDs in Windows Media Center NOTE: In Windows Media Center, all pictures are copied to CDs as .jpg files. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar and then select Windows Media Center.

  • Page 147: Playing Digital Videos

    Playing digital videos After you organize your videos in the Videos folder or Shared Video folder in Windows Explorer, open Windows Media Center to watch them: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 148: Transferring And Recording Video Files

    Transferring and Recording Video Files Once you capture your video by using video capture and editing software, you can use Windows Media Center to find it and add it to your Videos area. Recording analog and digital video files Refer to Help and Support for more information about capturing and recording video files from analog and digital video cameras.

  • Page 149: Creating Movies By Using Muvee Autoproducer

    Creating Movies by Using muvee autoProducer (Select models only) Creating personalized and professional-looking video movies is simple with muvee autoProducer, a software program on your computer. This version of muvee autoProducer includes features such as video capture and disc recording. Basic Steps to Make a Movie The basic steps to produce a movie with muvee autoProducer are: Capture digital video: Capture live or recorded video to your hard disk drive...
  • Page 150 Add music: Select music files on your computer to add to your movie soundtrack. You can use the following music file types in your movie project: File extension File type .aac Advanced Audio Coding .mp3 MPEG Layer 3 .m4a MPEG-4 Audio layer (unprotected AAC) .wav Windows Audio .wma...

  • Page 151: Using Muvee Autoproducer

    Using muvee autoProducer Getting started To open muvee autoProducer (select models only): Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click All Programs, muvee Technologies, muvee autoProducer, and then Home movies made easy! to open muvee autoProducer. From the File menu, select either New Project to start a project, or Open Project to open an existing project.

  • Page 152: Capturing Video From A Digital Video Camera

    Capturing video from a digital video camera You can use muvee autoProducer to capture (copy) digital video files to your hard disk drive in either of the following ways: Live (known as camera mode) by using a compatible digital video (DV) camera. See “Capturing live video from a DV camera.”...

  • Page 153: Adding Videos

    Capturing recorded video from a DV camera For best results when using muvee autoProducer, capture only video footage that you are most interested in using in your movie project. To capture (copy) recorded video to your hard disk drive: Connect your DV camera to the FireWire (IEEE 1394) port on your computer. Turn on the camera and set it to VCR mode.

  • Page 154: Adding Pictures

    You can use the magicMoments feature in muvee autoProducer to mark specific scenes in a video clip that you want to include in, or to leave out, of your final movie: Select a video file in the Select Video/Pictures window, and then click the magicMoments button.

  • Page 155: Adding Music

    Adjust the order of the picture files by dragging and dropping the picture files. NOTE: To remove a picture from the production, select it and then click the trash can icon. Click the Rotate Image Clockwise button to rotate still images. You can use the magicSpot feature in muvee autoProducer to control the motion that is applied to your picture: Click the magicSpot button to open the magicSpot window.

  • Page 156: Changing The Settings

    Changing the settings To adjust audio and video production settings for your movie: Click the Change Settings button. The muvee Settings window opens. Click the Duration tab to set preferences and the length of your video production. Click one of the following duration settings: Fit to music.

  • Page 157: Adding An Opening Title And Closing Credits

    Adding an opening title and closing credits You can personalize your movie project by adding an opening title and closing credits: Click the Title/Credits button. The muvee Title and Credits window opens. Click the Title tab: Select a title effect in the drop-down list. In the Enter your title here box, type the text that you want to appear at the start of your movie.

  • Page 158: Previewing The Movie

    Previewing the movie After you have made the movie, you can preview how the movie looks and sounds, and take snapshots of frames in the movie. Click the Start Playback button. The movie begins playing. Use the Stop and Previous Frame/Next Frame buttons to navigate through the movie.

  • Page 159: Saving The Movie Project

    When you are done modifying the movie project, click OK to save your changes and close the Tweak muvee window. To exit the Tweak muvee window without saving your changes, click Cancel. Saving the movie project After you are satisfied with the look of your movie project, you are ready to save the movie as a file on your hard disk drive: Click the Save and share your muvee button.

  • Page 160: Recording The Movie Project To Disc

    When saving is complete, you can click Play muvees to watch the files you saved or Open output folder to view the folder where you saved the files. Click Close when you are done. Recording the movie project to disc To create a DVD, VCD, or SVCD disc of your movie project: Click the Save and share your muvee button.

  • Page 161: Upgrading Muvee Autoproducer

    Upgrading muvee autoProducer You can purchase an upgraded version of muvee autoProducer. The upgraded version enables you to use unlimited video clips, audio clips, and photos in your movie production. It also includes support for DivX file types, which enables you to import or create DivX format muvees.
  • Page 162 Getting Started...

  • Page 163: Watching And Recording Tv Programs

    Watching and Recording TV Programs Windows Media Center is where you can watch live TV or record your favorite programs for later playback with a few clicks of your remote control. You can use the Television Program Guide to find the program you want to watch or record. You can also record a program while watching another prerecorded program.

  • Page 164: Watching Tv

    more tv: Download movies, subscribe to game Web sites, schedule your TV recordings over the Web, and find free HDTV, cable, and satellite tv listings. play dvd: Play your DVD movies. NOTE: The Movies online information feature is available for some countries/regions. Watching TV Before you can watch TV by using Windows Media Center, make sure: The computer is set up correctly for your TV signal source.

  • Page 165: Watching Live Tv

    NOTE: You can change the channel by using the remote control while in full-screen mode or when the inset window is selected. You can go to live TV from anywhere in Windows Media Center by pressing the Live TV button on the remote control. While in the Television Program Guide, you can select a channel to see upcoming programs for that channel by pressing the arrow buttons on the remote control.

  • Page 166: Controlling Tv Playback

    Controlling TV playback The digital video recording functionality lets you record a single program or capture an entire series for later viewing. When you open the live TV window and begin watching live TV, Windows Media Center automatically begins recording and playing back the selected program in the background. This allows you to pause or review a live TV program for up to 60 minutes.
  • Page 167 Button Action (continued) To move backward in live TV or a recorded program, press Rewind (Rew). To speed up rewinding, press Rewind three times. To resume watching the program, press Play. Rewind allows you to move back 3 hours in the guide. To move backward in live TV by 7 seconds, press Replay.

  • Page 168: Using The Television Program Guide

    Using the Television Program Guide The Television Program Guide (Internet service required) is a free service from Microsoft that provides TV listings information, such as channel, network, program title, program summary, and scheduled broadcast times. This service is currently not available in some countries/regions.

  • Page 169: Television Program Guide Errors

    Television Program Guide errors If there is no guide data available when you try to download or search for guide information, the following messages might appear: Download Incomplete: We were unable to locate any Television Program Guide information for the following reason: Guide data is not available for the country/ region setting you selected in the Control Panel Settings.

  • Page 170: Setting Up How Windows Media Center Downloads The Guide

    Setting up how Windows Media Center downloads the guide Your computer must have a connection to the Internet and you must select a TV listings provider in the Windows Media Center setup wizard before you can use and download the guide information. You can set up Windows Media Center to download the guide information when you connect to the Internet, or you can select to manually download the guide.

  • Page 171: Manually Downloading The Guide

    Manually downloading the guide Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. In the Tasks menu, click settings, General, Automatic Download Options, and Manual Download.

  • Page 172: Adding Missing Channels To The Guide

    Adding missing channels to the guide If some program channels do not appear in the guide, you can add them. To add the names and numbers of the channels that are missing, or to change the association between channel numbers and lineups: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 173: Searching For Tv Programs

    To edit a channel, use the numeric keypad on your remote control or keyboard to enter the number of the correct channel, and then press OK on the remote control or the Enter key on the keyboard. Select Assign channel to assign a new channel number. Select Share channel to share the channel number with another channel.

  • Page 174: Searching For Tv Programs By Using Categories

    Searching for TV programs by using categories You can search the guide to find a TV program by selecting a category. Some categories are not available in all countries/regions. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 175: Recording Tv By Using The Guide

    Recording icons Description The Record icon appears in the Television Program Guide next to the program that is scheduled to be recorded. The Record Series icon appears in the Television Program Guide next to each occurrence of a program in a series that is scheduled to be recorded.

  • Page 176: Recording Programs Manually Without Using The Guide

    Recording programs manually without using the guide You do not need to use the Television Program Guide to record TV. You can record a TV program by pressing the Record button on the remote control while watching live TV, or you can select a specific date, channel, and recording time period in Windows Media Center.

  • Page 177: Recording Quality And Hard Disk Drive Storage Space

    To set the recording and return to the recorded tv window, select Record in the window, and then press OK on the remote control or Enter on the keyboard. To return to the previous window, press the Back button on the remote control or the Backspace key on the keyboard.

  • Page 178: Watching Tv Programs Stored On The Hp Media Drive

    Watching TV programs stored on the HP Media Drive NOTE: Refer to Help and Support for more information about recording errors, advanced recording features, and TV settings. To play recorded TV files that are stored on the HP Media Drive, you must: Connect the HP Media Drive to the computer with the power turned off.

  • Page 179: Recording Tv Programs To The Hp Media Drive

    If you disconnect the drive while live TV is active, a video error can occur. Recorded TV programs are not updated in Windows Media Center when the drive is removed. The drive might be assigned a different drive letter, which prevents Windows Media Center from recognizing the recording path or the stored recorded TV files.

  • Page 180: Changing The Tv Recording Path To The Local Hard Disk Drive

    Under Record on Drive, select (+) to select the HP Media Drive. You can also set the disk allocation and recording quality settings in this window. NOTE: HP recommends that you: Record TV programs directly to your local hard disk drive and then transfer your recorded programs to the HP Media Drive, if you so desire.

  • Page 181: Updating Recorded Tv List After Removing The Hp Media Drive

    In the Tasks menu, click settings, TV, Recorder, and then Recording Defaults. Select the settings by clicking the (+) or (–) next to the item you want to change. Click Save. Updating recorded TV list after removing the HP Media Drive If you want to update your recorded TV list after removing the drive: Close Windows Media Center.

  • Page 182: Media Copy Protection

    For more detailed information about recording CDs and DVDs, refer to information on the HP Support Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support To copy a recorded TV program to CD or DVD: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 183: Playing Dvds In Windows Media Center

    To find and play your recorded TV programs from your hard disk drive: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Double-click the Local Disk. Click Users, Public, and then Recorded TV. Double-click your recorded TV program. Windows Media Center opens and begins playing your program.
  • Page 184 Getting Started...

  • Page 185: Index

    Index adding desktop CD tracks to the music library switching from Media Center music files to the music library digital images digital picture from the hard disk drive digital video camera capture antivirus, installing program discs autoscroll drive compatibility erasing rewritable features and compatibility batteries documentation, onscreen...
  • Page 186 errors reducing recording speed magicSpot Media Center menu bars file type navigating music opening with remote control picture playing DVDs video resizing window FireWire (IEEE 1394) using with another program open FM Radio what you can do FM Antenna In in Music FM Tuner In in Radio...
  • Page 187 muvee autoProducer playing adding a title and credits digital music files adding music digital videos adding pictures DVDs in Media Center adding video music CDs in Media Center allowing music to repeat songs in Music allowing video and pictures to repeat playing music CDs playing songs basic steps to create a movie...
  • Page 188 remote control buttons Television Program Guide range no data available type of battery to use recording TV programs using searching for TV programs using in TV + Movies setting up a download method remote sensor using the More information button using viewing repetitive strain injury (RSI), see Safety &...
  • Page 189 Web Streaming Windows Media Center playing with Windows Media Player play videos video capture playing videos live viewing your pictures recorded video what you can do video editing in TV + Movies getting started with muvee autoProducer Windows Media Player video movies play DVDs transferring...
  • Page 190 Part number: 5991-6964 Part number: 5991-7107...

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