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30 HP Digital Entertainment Center
5 Connect the TV Source 1 In audio/video cables to
cable TV, digital cable, or satellite receiver set-top-
box 1. See “Typical TV Source Connections” on
page 77.
a Cable/antenna.
b Cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite
receiver with stereo audio and video: S-video,
composite, or coaxial.
c Connect the Source 2 In audio/video cables to
cable TV box, digital cable box, or satellite
receiver 2 (select models only).
d Connect the Infrared Transmitter 1 to cable TV
box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 1.
e Connect the Infrared Transmitter 2 to cable TV
box, digital cable box, or satellite receiver 2
(select models only).
6 Connect the FM radio antenna. See “FM Radio
Antenna” on page 58.
7 Connect the Internet network cables. See “Typical
Network Connections” on page 110.
a DSL/cable modem to Internet (Ethernet)
b Wireless antenna
8 Optional Step
(recommended after basic setup)
Connect any additional rear panel devices
(optional). See “Peripheral Connection Overview”
on page 108.
a FireWire (IEEE 1394) port
b USB devices, such as printers or scanners
(up to 4)
9 Optional Step
(recommended after basic setup)
Connect front panel devices (optional). See
“Peripheral Connection Overview” on page 108.
a FireWire (IEEE 1394) port.
b USB devices, such as printers or scanners
(up to 2).
c VCR or analog video camera.
d Insert the removable hard drive (optional).
Required Steps (continued )
10 Pull the tab on the keyboard to activate batteries. See
“Installing the Keyboard Batteries (Initial)” on
page 122.
11 Insert the remote control batteries. See “Installing the
Remote Control Batteries” on page 17.
12 Place the HP Digital Entertainment Center on a flat
stable surface with the following clearances:
■ Top: 2 inches (5.08 cm)
■ Side: 1 inch (2.54 cm)
■ Back: open cabinet
See “Safety Information” on page 19.
13 Turn on all equipment, then turn on the HP Digital
Entertainment Center. See “Starting the HP Digital
Entertainment Center for the First Time” on
page 122.
14 Complete the initial startup and registration. See
“Windows Welcome” on page 125.
a Follow the onscreen instructions.
b Set up Media Center.
Begin using your system. See the Media Center Edition
2005 Software Guide.