Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local authorities for disposal instructions. When travelling, do not check the computer as baggage. You can put your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your computer through a metal detector. If you have the computer checked by hand, be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer. When travelling with the hard drive removed from the computer, warp the drive in a non-conducting material, such as cloth or paper. If you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the drive in the computer. Your can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, but never, but the drive through a metal detector. When travelling, do not place the computer in overhead storage compartments where it could slide around. Do not drop your computer or subject it to other mechanical shocks. Protect your computer, battery, and hard drive from environ- mental hazards such as dirt, dust, food, liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight. When you move your computer between environments with very different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the computer. To avoid damaging the computer, allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the computer. When taking the computer from low-temperature conditions into a warmer environment or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environments, allow the computer to acclimate to room temperature before turning or power. When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain relief loop, not on the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. Before you clean your computer, turn if off, unplug it from its power source, and remove the battery. Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a memory module by its edges, not its pins. When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network, please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details. The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate national type approval. It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given.

Important Notice

Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign, transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying, modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to claims for damages and penalties.
HTT (Hyper-Threading Technology)
This is an innovative technology created by Intel and built into all their new CPUs, including the one in this computer. It allows a CPU to do two things at once (in technical terms, to run multiple task threads from a program) which gives it a faster response time and better performance. Not all models will come with HTT.

Bluetooth Technology

Some models of the computer will come with Bluetooth technology built into it. Bluetooth was developed jointly by Ericsson, IBM, Intel, Nokia and TOSHIBA. It uses a shortwave radio frequency to connect devices such as cell phones, personal digital assistants, and computers. Essentially, any device with a Bluetooth chip can connect to and communicate with any other device with the same type of chip as long as the two are within range of one another. Not all models come with Bluetooth technology.

Precautions

TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimise safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer. Be certain to read these general precautions and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.

Touch pad On/Off

Pressing Fn + F9 enables or disables the Touch pad function. When you press these hotkeys, the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon.
Cursor keypad on/off This hot key enables/ disables the embedded cursor keypad. Numeric lock state is logically disabled. See chapter 3 for more information. Numeric keypad on/off Scroll Lock on/off Change Resolution Changes the current screen resolution. This hot key enables/ disables the embedded numeric keypad. Numeric lock state is logically enabled. See chapter 3 for more information.
Brightness control with Fn+F6 or Fn+F7 is temporary. After the computer restarts, the brightness setting in the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility overrides it. For more on the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility, refer to chapter 5. After the computer is restarted, the cursor keypad and numeric keypad are both turned off on the notebook keyboard. If no screen image appears after switching displays, press the Fn + Spacebar combination again to change resolution

StickyKeys

StickyKeys is the primary keyboard accessibility option. It allows the user to access Shift, Ctrl and Alt key combinations by pressing keys one after the other rather than simultaneously. For instance the Ctrl-A combination can be accessed by pressing the Ctrl key followed by the A key. You can adjust the settings for StickyKeys by clicking on Start, then Control Panel, then Accessibility. Select the Keyboard tab. Fn key also supports StickyKey function.
Registering your computer
Registering your computer lets TOSHIBA keep you up-to-date with information about new products and upgrades, and also provides TOSHIBA warranty coverage. See the registration card and warranty information in the appendix section for details about the warranty options available from TOSHIBA.

Learning The Basics

Chapter 3
This chapter covers precautions and computing tips that you should follow when using your Satellite series computer. It also provides important information about the basic features of your system.
Dont spill liquids onto the computers keyboard. If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again. Dont turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both. Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers. Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files. Always use the Standby or Hibernate mode to power down your computer. Important files may be damaged if the computer is turned off without using the Turn Off Computer command. Before using the Standby or Hibernate mode to power down your computer, save your files and mark sure the disk activity lights are off. Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. Youll need a special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you.

Overlay keys

The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would use the ten-key keypad on a desktop computers keyboard.
Using the overlay to type numeric data
To turn the numeric overlay on and off, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light immediately below the F11 key glows when the numeric overlay is on. You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on. For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters. For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. To use the cursor control keys (allowing you to move the cursor up, down, left and right using the keyboard) when the numeric overlay is on, press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control keys To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift.
Using the cursor control overlay
To turn the cursor control overlay on and off, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control light immediately below the F10 key glows when the cursor control overlay is on. To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on: For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters. For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters. To highlight text with the cursor control overlay on, hold down Shift while you use the cursor control keys.

Starting A Program

There are three ways to start a program in Microsoft Windows series operating systems: from the Start menu, from Windows Explorer, or from the Run command in the Start menu.
Starting a Program from the Start menu
1. Click Start, then point to All Programs. Microsoft Windows XP operating system displays the Program menu, which lists programs and program groups, If your program is listed, go to step 3; otherwise, continue with step 2. 2. Point to the program group containing the program that you want to start. Microsoft Windows XP operating system displays the associated program menu. 3. Click the programs icon to start the program. To close the program, click the Close button at the upper-right corner of the programs window.
Starting a Program from Windows Explorer
If a program is not in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows Explorer. Windows Explorer gives you a view of your computers contents as a hierarchy or tree. You can easily see the contents of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you need to know the name and location of the programs executable file (this file ends with.exe.) 1. Click Start, point to All Programs, then point to Accessories, and then click Windows Explorer. The left side of the window displays the disk drives and folders on your computer. The right side of the window displays the contents of the item you click on the left. 2. To open a document or start a program, double-click its icon in the right side of the window.

Opening the disc tray with the computer off
When your computer is turned off, you can remove and insert CDs in two ways. You can turn your computer to CD mode by pressing the CD/Digital Mode button for more than 3 seconds and then use the eject button as normal. Alternatively, use the manual eject button: 1. Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole. Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer end and damage the devices. 2. Pull the disc tray until it is fully open, insert a CD, or remove it and place it in its protective cover. 3. Close the disc tray.
Caring for compact discs and DVDs
Store your CDs and DVDs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. Dont bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it. Dont apply a label to, or otherwise mar, the surface of a CD or DVD. Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface of a disc can prevent the drive from reading the data properly. Dont expose CDs or DVDs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold. To clean a disc, wipe it with a clean, dry clothstarting from the centre of the disc and wiping toward the outward edge. Do not wipe using a circular motion. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzene or rubbing alcohol). Let the CD dry completely before inserting it in the drive.

Using PC Cards

PC Cards expand your computers capabilities and usefulness. You can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer. Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard. Your Satellite computer comes with two stacked PC Card slots and supports two types of PC Card: Type II cards are typically used for fax/modems, memory storage, network cards, etc. You can install up to two of these cards, one in each slot. Type III cards are used for removable hard disks and other functions that require a larger card. You can install just one of these cards No Type II card can be installed when Type III card is installed. Check the documentation that came with the PC Card to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard, or later. Other cards may work with your computer, but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use.

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Inserting PC Cards

Caring For Your Computer

This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computers battery, see Running the computer on battery power in chapter 4.

Cleaning the computer

To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your TOSHIBA dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products. Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computers keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.

Moving the computer

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure that all disk activity has ended (check the system status indicator LEDs) and that all external peripheral cables are disconnected. Dont pick up the computer by its display/panel or by the back (where the ports are located).
Restoring the pre-installed software
If pre-installed files are damaged, use the Product Recovery CD-ROM.
Restoring the complete system
To restore the operating system and all pre-installed software, follow the steps below. When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost. Make sure YOU have a backup copy of your data, before you perform a complete system recovery. 1. Load the Product Recovery CD-ROM in the drive and turn on the computer power. 2. When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, press the F12 key. The Boot Menu appears. 3. Use your cursor keys to select the CD-ROM/DVD drive in the display menu. 4. Follow the on-screen directions. 5. If your computer came with additional software installed, this software can not be recovered from the Recovery CD. Re-install these applications (e.g. Works Suite, DVD Player, Games, etc) separately from other media.
TOSHIBAs Online Resources
TOSHIBA maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites can provide information about TOSHIBA products, give help with technical questions, and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For information on contacting TOSHIBA, see Appendix E.

Mobile Computing

Chapter 4
This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while travelling.
TOSHIBAs Energy-Saving Design
TOSHIBA is a partner in the Energy Star Program and has designed this product to meet the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer enters a low-power state when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency. Many of these energy-saving features have been set by TOSHIBA. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while travelling.

Charging the RTC battery

In addition to the main battery, the computer contains an internal battery for the real-time clock (RTC). The RTC battery provides power for the internal real-time clock and calendar. During normal use, the main battery keeps the RTC battery adequately charged. Occasionally, the RTC battery may lose its charge completely, especially if you have had the computer turned off and without the main battery pack inserted for a long time. In this event, your computer displays the following error message:
ERROR 0271: Check data and time settings WARNING 0251: System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup.
It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. However, if the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working. To recharge the RTC battery, plug the AC adapter into the computer for at least 24 hours. The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged. Although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored, if the power is on, it takes approximately 24 hours to fully charge the RTC battery.

Monitoring Battery Power

The Battery LED indicates the batterys current charge status. It lights green when the battery is fully charged. It lights amber while the battery is being charged from the AC adapter. It flashes amber when the battery capacity is low. When the light is off, the battery is discharging.

BATTERY LED

Determining remaining battery power
Wait at least 20 seconds after turning on the computer before checking the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the batterys remaining capacity and perform calculations. To check the battery level, you can look at the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility, which can be found in the Windows Control Panel. To access the panel: 1. Click on the Start button, then click the Control Panel. 2. Double-click the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility icon (if in Windows XP Category View, first click Performance and Maintenance to make the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility icon appear.) 3. Choose the Battery Power Meter tab to show the current battery status. The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit). The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery. Before removing or after inserting the battery pack, click the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility to show the latest battery status. Always ensure the computer is turned off before removing the battery pack.

Conserving Battery Power

Connecting Audio Devices

The audio jacks on the left side of the computer allow you to connect several devices including speakers and a microphone.
Connecting external speakers
You can connect self-powered stereo speakers to the computer to provide better sound reproduction than that from the built-in speakers and save wear on them.

HEADPHONE JACK

To connect self-powered external speakers do as follows: 1. Position the speakers where you want them. 2. Plug the mini-plug connector from the speakers into the Headphone Jack on the left side of the computer. 3. Plug the speakers into a power source. 4. Turn on the computer and adjust the volume from the volume control in the taskbar system tray. You may want to play something to check the volume level. The internal speakers are disabled when you connect external speakers to the Headphone Jack.

Connecting A Microphone

If you want to use a microphone for recording, voice commands or computer telephony, you can connect one to the microphone jack.

LINE-IN JACK

To connect a microphone, do as follows: 1. Make sure the microphone you get is a standard computer microphone with a 3.5mm mini-plug connector. 2. Plug the microphone into the microphone jack on the computer. 3. Adjust the microphone volume in the Windows Sounds and Audio Devices control panel's Audio panel section by clicking on the Volume button of Sound playback and Sound Recording.

Connecting A Line-In

The line-in jack lets you connect a digital audio line to your computer, such as from a midi player. 1. Make sure the line-in cable you get is a standard Audio cable with a mini-plug connector. 2. Plug the line-in cable into the line-in jack on the computer.

Additional Options

You can add new modules either externally, via the USB ports, or, by means of the Main or 2nd Module Bay.
External floppy disk drive
You can purchase a TOSHIBA external USB floppy disk drive. The drive is powered from the computer. You simply plug it in and it works.
Alternatively, you can purchase a TOSHIBA FDD module, which can be inserted in the Main or 2nd Module Bay.

Module Bay Options

A FDD Module (floppy disk drive) or a second hard disc drive (HDD) can be used in place of an Optical Media Drive (such as DVD-R/-RW). The FDD goes into the Main Module Bay. The Windows Operating System automatically detects it, listing it in Explorer. Alternatively, you can install a second Optical Media Drive in the 2nd Module Bay, replacing the battery that normally goes there. The Windows Operating System automatically detects it, listing it in Explorer below the one you already have.

Upgrading System Memory

You can upgrade the system memory in your computer. The computer has two sockets for DDR SODIMM memory modules. They are located in the memory compartment on the underside of the computer. Generally, at least one socket has a module installed when you get the computer and the other socket is empty to allow for upgrades, but depending on your configuration you may actually have both sockets occupied with memory modules. The computer can have a maximum of 2 GB installed. This means it can take two 1 GB memory modules. If you want to upgrade the system memory, you should use only certified modules. Ask your vendor or check the TOSHIBA web site for a list of approved memory products. The basic specifications of the memory used are: DDR 266/333 specification compliant 128MB, 256MB, 512MB or 1GB capacity
Installing additional memory
Unless you are familiar with computer upgrades and comfortable doing so, we suggest that you have any memory upgrades installed at the nearest TOSHIBA Service Centre. If you want to install a memory upgrade yourself, do as follows: 1. Make sure the computer is turned off, with AC adapter disconnected and battery removed. Never add or remove memory modules with the computer on or in Standby or Hibernation. Ensure the system is turned off, the AC adapter is not connected and the battery has been removed.
2. Place the computer on a static-free surface and turn it over. 3. Remove the memory module cover by removing the two retaining screws and lifting the cover panel out.
4. Insert the SO-DIMM module in the socket at about a 45 angle and then press it down into the socket until it snaps in place.
5. Restore the memory module cover back to its place and secure it with the two retaining screws. The memory upgrade is now installed. Turn the computer right side up, open it and turn it on. The system should automatically recognize the new total memory capacity. You can check this by clicking on My Computer with the right Mouse button, clicking on the Properties item in the menu that appears and display the memory size in the General panel of the System Properties control panel. If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer, a beep will sound and the LCD screen will be blank when you turn on the power. In this case shut down the power and remove the incompatible memory module.

If Something Goes Wrong

Chapter 7
Some problems you may encounter when using the Satellite P20 computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require help from your dealer or the manufacturer of a software program. This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself without additional help. It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter. If all else fails, contact nearest TOSHIBA dealer or service support. You will find information on TOSHIBAs support services in Appendix E.

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Power Problems
Your computer receives power from the battery which is charged through the AC adapter. Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the battery. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them:
The DC-IN LED does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cable
Make sure the AC adapter and attached power cable are plugged into both a working wall outlet and the computer. If the DC-IN LED still does not come on, check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance.
The AC adapter and power cable work correctly, but the battery will not charge
The battery doesnt charge while the computer is consuming full power. Try turning off the computer or shutting down applications such as the DVD player that use a lot of power. The battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer. Turn off the computer, remove the battery, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth (if necessary) and replace the battery. The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly. If you think this is the probable cause, let the battery reach room temperature and try again. If the battery has completely discharged, it will not begin charging immediately. Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected, wait 20 minutes and see whether the battery is charging. If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes, let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer. If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes, the battery may have reached the end of its useful life. Try replacing it.
The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does
Check the power options using the TOSHIBA Power Management utility. Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts. For more information on maximizing battery power, see Maximizing Battery Life in chapter 4.

Keyboard Problems

If, when you type, strange things happen or nothing happens, the problem may be related to the keyboard itself.
The keyboard produces unexpected characters
A keypad overlay may be on. If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is on, press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light. If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off, make sure the software you are using is not remaking the keyboard. Refer to the softwares documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys.

Make sure the line has a dial tone. Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this. The other system may be busy or offline. Try making a test transmission to someone else.
Develop Good Computing Habits
Make sure you are prepared. Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes. Many software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature. Save your work! On a regular basis, back up the information stored on your hard disk. Here are two ways you can do this: Copy files to diskette in Microsoft Windows operating system. Connect a backup device ( e.g. CD-R) to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a backup device. Some people use a combination of these methods, backing up all files to backup device weekly and copying critical files to diskette on a daily basis. If you have installed your own programs, you should back up your programs as well as your data files. If something goes wrong that requires you to format your hard disk and start again, reloading all your programs and data files from a backup will save time. Please check every three months to make sure the fan inlet is unobstructed and clean the inlet if necessary. Read the users guide. Its very difficult to provide a fail-safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer. Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together. Get familiar with all the users guide provided with your computer, as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase. Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self- help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals. If problem-solving is taking a long time, take a break. If you have been fighting to solve a problem for a long time, you are probably frustrated by now. Stand up and take a deep breath. Often, you can find a new solution to a problem just by stepping away from it for a few moments.

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Canada

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Finland

Germany

Greece

Hungary

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If Your Computer Is Stolen

Appendix F

Always take care of your computer and try to prevent it from being stolen. You are the owner of a valuable technical device, which may be highly attractive to thieves, so please do not leave it unattended in a public place. To further help protect against theft, security cables can be bought for use with your notebook when it is being used at home or in the office. Make a note of your computers machine type, model number, and serial number, and put it in a safe place. You will find this information on the underside of your notebook. Please also keep the receipt of the computer you purchased. Should your computer be stolen, however, well help you try to find it. Before contacting TOSHIBA, please prepare the following information which is necessary to uniquely identify your computer: In which country was your computer stolen? What type of machine do you have? What was the model number (PA number)? What was the serial number (8 digits)? When was it stolen, i.e. date? What was the warranty seal number (if available)? What is your address, phone, and fax number? To register the theft, please follow these procedures: Fill in the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form (or a copy of it) below. Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased. Either fax or send the receipt and registration form to the address below. Your registration will be entered in a database, which is used to track TOSHIBA computers at our service points around Europe.

Notes on usage

Do not place the TV tuner in direct sunlight, in a hot closed car, near a heater or in any other way exposed it to high temperatures. It could result in damage, malfunction. Do not expose the TV tuner to cold temperatures. It could result in damage or malfunction. Do not place the TV tuner in areas with high dust levels. It could result in damage or malfunction. If dust gets inside the TV tuner, take it to your dealer or service center. Do not expose the TV tuner to sudden changes in temperature. It could cause condensation resulting in damage or malfunction. Do not place the TV tuner close to magnets, speakers, TVs, magnetized bracelets or other devices that create magnetic fields, It could result in damage or malfunction. Do not place or drop objects on the TV tuner. It could damage the tuner. Do not user benzene or thinner to clear the TV tuner. It could cause warpage or discoloration.
Windows XP Media Center Edition
This reference guide introduces you to the Windows XP Media Center Edition, an all-in-one multimedia center where you can play your entire library of audio, video, and picture media on your computer, using either your computer's keyboard, mouse, or the remote control. With the Media Center, you can: Watch TV or a DVD movie. Automatically record TV shows. Pause, rewind, and fast forward TV programs using the Media Center time shifting feature. Watch an instant replay. Play back your digital videos. View your digital pictures, or play them as a slide show. Browse, select, and play music CDs and DVD movies. Update the Television Program Guide from the Internet.

Media Center Setup

This section shows you how to set up your computer to use the Media Center.
Connecting the Computer with an External TV Tuner to a Television
Your computer has TV-out capability, meaning you can connect it to a television and view the computer image on its screen To connect your computer to a television, you need an external TV tuner and an audio/video cable. The type of cable depends on your TV. To connect a TV to the computer: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the external TV tuner (DC IN). 3 Connect the AC adapter to a power source 4 Connect the square end of the USB cable to the computers USB port. 5 Connect a coaxial cable to the port on the TV tuner. 6 Connect the TV cable from your set-top box to the connector on the coaxial cable. 7 Turn on the TV, and then turn on the computer.

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Connecting the Computer with an Internal TV Tuner to a Television
If you are using a computer with an internal TV Tuner, such as the kind made for models with the Select Bay feature, then: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Install the TV Tuner module (consult your computers documentation for details on this). 3 Ensure your computer is connected to a power source via the AC power adapter. 4 Connect a coaxial cable to the port on the TV tuner. 5 Connect the TV cable from your set-top box to the connector on the coaxial cable. 6 Turn on the TV, and then turn on the computer.

NOTE:The first time you open Media Center, a setup wizard displays. From here, you can test your remote control and configure your Internet connection, TV signal, and Television Program Guide. To complete the setup procedure you need to: Be logged on as an administrator. For more information, refer to your Microsoft Help. Have an Internet connection to download program guide of your television service provider program guide. Know your ZIP Code. Provide the name of your television service provider, if you subscribe to either cable or satellite TV. Provide the brand of your set-top box, if you use one. If you have questions on using the setup wizard, click the Help button.
Media Center Setup Wizard
To complete the Media Center Setup, follow the wizard onscreen prompts. When the wizard finishes, the Media Center main window displays. NOTE : You can run Media Center side by side with other Windows software programs. It's possible to browse through your pictures, watch videos, play music, and even record TV while using other Windows programs. Simply resize the Media Center windows as you would any other window. For more information, refer to your Windows Help.

Media Center Start Menu

The Media Center main window is the central point for controlling all Media Center features. With a quick click of the mouse or using your remote control, you can: Watch or record TV programs Listen to music Display your digital photos Watch your own digital movies Watch a DVD movie Change your Media Center Settings Check out the Online Spotlight Look at More Programs When enjoying the Media Center, use the icons on the Manual Bar to return to the Media Center main screen, go back to the previous screen, or to display the Media Centers online help.
Use the Media Center Controls Transport tool bar at the bottom of the screen to control your movies, music, and photo displays.

Media Playback controls

Navigating Media Center
In the Media Center windows, a selected item, such as a folder, file, or menu item is outlined with a green border. To select items, use the arrow buttons on the remote control, and then the OK button to enter your selection. If you have media playing, such as music or a television program, it displays in an inset window in the lower left corner. To switch from watching your media in the inset window to watching it in full screen mode, use the arrows on the remote control to select it and then press OK.
Remote Control For Media Center
You can use your remote control with Media Center to play CDs, DVDs and videos; to view pictures; and to watch and record television programs. The remote control helps you navigate the Media Center windows on your computer just as a cable TV remote control navigates cable TV options or controls the playback of a movie in a VCR or DVD player. Using the remote control, you can: Navigate and control all Media Center windows. Control the video or live TV display. Place the computer in and out of Stand By mode. The remote control can send a strong signal to the remote sensor from within a range of about 26 feet and from an angle of about 45 degrees.

Remote Control Overview

The Remote Control
Sleep - Puts the computer into either Stand By or Hibernation mode, depending upon your computers settings. Record - Records the selected television program and stores it on your hard disk. Stop - Stops the media currently playing. REW (Rewind) - Moves the media backwards. Play - Plays the selected media. FWD (Fast forward) - Moves media forward.

The Remote Control (P20)

Replay - Moves media backward (seven seconds for videos and live TV, one music track or one DVD chapter at a time). Pause - Pauses an audio or video track, and live or recorded TV programs. Skip - Moves media forward (30 seconds for videos and live TV, one music track or one DVD chapter). Start - Opens Media Center to the main window.
Back - Displays the previous window. Guide - Opens the Television Program Guide to display available TV channels and programs to watch and record. Arrow buttons - Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center windows. OK - Selects the desired action or window option. It acts like the Enter key. If watching TV in full screen mode, pressing OK switches back to the previous viewed channel. Press again to toggle back. It acts the same way as a Jump button on some TV remote controls. Live TV - A shortcut to the full screen view. It also takes you to the current point in a live TV program after pausing live TV. More Info - The button provides more details on a TV program that is listed in the Guide. My Videos - Opens the My Videos window. My Music - Opens the My Music window. My TV - Opens the My TV window. My Pictures - Opens the My Pictures window. Volume - Increases (+) or decreases (-) sound. Mute - Turns your computer sound off. Channel/Page up (+) and down (-) - Changes the TV channel or moves a page up and down, depending on the available options. DVD Menu - Opens the main menu on a DVD movie, if available. 0 to 9 - Changes channels or enters text into a Media Center search or text box. Clear - Deletes the current selection and acts like a backspace key on a keyboard. Enter - Selects the desired action or window option.
Remote Control Button Groups
Use your remote control to navigate all the Media Center windows. Your remote control includes four major groups of controls. Stand By and Direct Access - The Sleep button places the computer in and out of Stand By or Hibernation (reduced power) mode, depending upon your computers configuration. The direct access buttons open specific windows within Media Center. Media playback - The media playback buttons control the playback of music, DVD movies, videos, recorded and live TV programs, and picture slide shows. Navigation and other direct access - The navigation buttons move the cursor around Media Center windows and select desired actions, much like a mouse does. The other direct access buttons open specific windows within the Media Center, such as the Television Program Guide, a DVD main menu, and live TV in full screen mode. Audio and Video - The audio and video buttons control sound and channel selection, display details, and allows you to enter text.

Direct Access Buttons

The direct access buttons open the main Media Center windows. TV opens the My TV window where you can watch and record TV and access other My TV features. Recorded TV opens the Recorded TV window where all your recorded TV programs are stored. From this window, you can search for and play back a recorded show. Music opens the My Music window where you can play music CDs and your music files. Pictures opens the My Pictures window where you can search for, sort, and view pictures and slide shows that are stored in the My Pictures or the Shared Pictures folder in Windows Explorer. Video opens the My Videos window where you can search for, sort, and play back your recorded video files that are stored in the My Videos or the Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer.

Media Playback Buttons

These buttons allow you to play back picture slide shows, music files, playlists, music CDs, DVD movies, home videos, and live TV, from within the Media Center program. Use Pause to pause selected media. Press Pause and then FWD repeatedly to play media frame by frame in slow motion. To continue slow motion, you must press the FWD button more than once. Use Play to play selected media. Use FWD to move selected video or picture media forward. Press FWD up to three times to increase the fast forwarding speed. Pressing the FWD button: Move pictures forward to the next picture. Move a video forward. Move a TV program (that has been paused or stopped) forward to the current moment in live TV, and then begins playing. Use REW to rewind selected video or picture media. Press REW again to increase the rewinding speed. Pressing the REW button: Moves the picture slide show backward to the previous picture. Moves the video backward. Moves live TV program to the beginning of the 30- minute pause buffer. Use Record to record TV programs. The Record button works only when My TV is used to play a TV show. It is inactive when other media is playing. While watching live TV or in the Guide, you can press the Record button once to record a TV show. In the Guide, you can press Record twice to record a TV series. In the Guide, press Record three times to cancel recording.
Use Stop to stop selected media from playing. When this is pressed while you are watching TV, the Media Center pause buffer continues to record in the background. Use Skip to move forward in the selected audio or video file. For music, Skip moves to the next track. For DVDs, Skip moves to the next chapter. For videos and live TV and videos, Skip moves ahead 30 seconds. Use Replay to move backward second seconds in the selected audio or video file. For music, Replay moves to the previous track. For DVDs, Replay moves to the previous chapter. For videos and live TV and videos, Replay moves back 7 seconds.

My TV Guide screen

Use the arrows at the top of the screen to display programs for later or earlier in the day. Use the arrows at the bottom of the screen to display additional channels available for viewing. Use the remote control CH/PG keys to scroll the listing To view a program, double-click it, or select it with the remote control and click OK. If the desired program is currently playing, the inset window will maximize and the program will play.
Watching a Recorded TV Program
Recorded TV is the storage place for all your recorded programs. In the Recorded TV window, you can sort your shows by name, date, or status. You can also delete a recorded program or series of programs and check for any recording errors. To watch a previously recorded TV program, on the My TV screen, click Recorded TV. On the remote control, click Start, and then My TV, and then select Recorded TV.
All of your recorded TV programs display on the Recorded TV screen. You can sort your programs by Date, Category, or Name by clicking the desired sort option. Select Scheduled to view a list of all programs scheduled to be recorded. You can also resolve any recording conflicts in this window. Use the arrow buttons to move through the list, select a program, and then press OK on the remote control. Select the option to change, and then press OK again. Using the arrow buttons, select the recorded program you want to watch, and then press the OK button on the remote control to begin watching the program.
Searching for a TV Program
You can search the TV Guide to find a TV program by entering a title, keyword, or by selecting a category using your remote control. To search for a TV show: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control, select My TV, and then select Search. 2 Do one of the following: Select Title. Use the numeric buttons on your remote control to enter a program title word, and then press OK on the remote control. Select Keyword. Use the numeric buttons on your remote control to enter a descriptive word that would appear in a program title or program description, and then press OK on the remote control. 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the search results, select a show, and then press OK. If multiple times for the show are displayed, select a time and press OK. 4 Select Play in the window, and then press OK on the remote control to begin watching the program in full screen mode. If the show is not currently playing, select Record Show or Record Series, and then press OK.

Recording TV Shows

The Media Center allows you to record TV programs for later viewing. You can record the show you are watching, or you can record another or future show or series from the Guide, the Search, or the Settings window in My TV. To record a TV show you are currently watching, just press the Record button on the remote control once. The Record icon appears in the Guide next to the program being recorded or the program to be recorded. If a show is currently being recorded, the Record icon also appears in the taskbar on the desktop. If you move your mouse over the icon, the Media Center displays which show is currently being recorded. You can right-click the icon to open Media Center and stop recording. Media Center automatically records until the show is scheduled to be over as listed in the TV Guide. To make sure your show is being recorded, you can select TV Guide. The Record icon should appear next to the show in the TV Guide while you are recording. The Record icon disappears when the recording is complete. If there is a recording conflict or error, the Record Conflict icon appears next to the show in the TV Guide. This means the show will not be recorded unless the conflict is resolved.

Recording TV tips

If you are watching live TV during a scheduled recording time, you can watch only the show being recorded. If you change channels, the recording stops. If you go to another area in the Media Center, the TV channel you last selected will be displayed in the inset window at the bottom of the window. When scheduling a recording in the TV Guide, you can press the Record button once to record a show, twice to record a series, or three times to cancel a scheduled recording you just selected. When you press the Record button to record a show you are watching, the recording automatically stops at the end of the show's regularly scheduled end time. Some channels can be shared by two or more networks, It depends on the time of day. The Guide may display only one network's programming. This may cause recording options to be unavailable. You may need to manually update the Guide before scheduling a recording. NOTE : If you turn off (shut down) your computer, the Media Center will not record a scheduled program. Your computer must be turned on or in Stand By mode to record a TV program. The computer will not automatically go into Stand By mode if the Media Center is open.

Recording from the Guide

To record a current or future show or series from the Guide: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control, select My TV, and then select Guide. 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to find the show you want to record, select the show, and then press OK. You can also press the numeric buttons on the remote control to go directly to a channel. Press the right arrow button in the Guide to select a show that will be broadcast in the future. 3 Select Record in the window and press OK on the remote control to record the show. The Record icon appears next to the show in Guide. You can also select Record Series and press OK on the remote control to record the entire series. The Record Series icon is displayed to indicate a series. 4 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window. If there is a recording conflict, Media Center displays a message and allows you to select which show you want to record.

Recording from Search

To record a current or future show or series using Search: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control, select My TV, and then select Search. 2 Select Title, Keyword, or Categories. For Title and Keyword searches, enter your descriptive search words. The Media Center starts searching from the first letter you type into the text box. For a Categories search, select the category you want and press OK. 3 Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the search results to select the show you want to record, select the show, and then press OK. 4 Select Record or Record Series in the window, and then press OK. The recording icon for a single program or the recording icon for a series appears next to the show in the Guide.

My Music screen

Creating Your Music Library Using Windows Media Player
Each time you add music files outside of Windows Media Player, you must use the Tools menu to add music files to your Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to find them. To add music files: 1 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Player. 2 Click the Media Library tab on the side of the window. The first time you select Media Library, a message tells you that Windows Media Player needs to search your computer for your music files. 3 Click Yes. Windows Media Player searches for all available audio media and places them in the Media Library. 4 To add files from a CD to your Media Library, insert the CD, select Copy from CD, and then select Copy Music in the toolbar. You can select to copy your music files as MPEG Audio Layer 3 (.mp3) or Windows Media Audio (.wma) files. 5 Click the Media Library tab to see where your new audio files have been placed. You can rename files by selecting the file and typing a new name or genre over the old one. The way you label your music files determines the category in which they are placed. Your added music files can now be found and played back using My Music in Media Center. You may need to close and open Media Center for the added music files to appear in My Music. For more information about adding music files to the Media Library, use the Windows Media Player Help menu.

Deleting Music Files

To delete a file from the Windows Media Player Library, select the music file, right-click the mouse, and then select Delete from Library.
Adding Music from Your Hard Drive to Windows Media Player Library
You can place all your music files into the My Music folder or into other folders on your hard drive, however, you need to add those files to the Windows Media Player Library for Media Center to be able to find and play them. You may have already copied and organized your music files on your hard drive. If so, you need to add them to the Windows Media Player Library to access them with the Media Center. To add music files that stored in your My Music or Shared Music folder on your hard drive: 1 Click Start on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Player. 2 Move the mouse to view the Windows Media Player toolbar, and then click Tools. 3 Select Search for Media Files. 4 Select Search to search all drives or select Browse to search through a specific drive. 5 Select the desired drive and then click OK. Windows Media Player searches the selected drives for all supported audio files and adds them to the Media Library. If Windows Media Player does not recognize all of your audio files, try copying the files directly into Windows Media Player. Refer to Windows Media Player Help for more information. Your music files can now be found and played in My Music window in the Media Center. You may need to close and open Media Center for the added music files to appear in My Music.

Playing Digital Music Files
When you first open the Media Center and open the My Music window, you may not find any music files listed unless there is a music CD in your CD drive or unless you have already added audio files to your Windows Media Player Library. If you don't have any music files listed, you need to add music files to the Windows Media Player Library, and then restart Media Center to play your music files in Media Center. When you copy music files using Windows Media Player and your computer is connected to the Internet, the CD information is copied and displayed in Media Center and in the Windows Media Player Library. To play a music CD using Media Center: 1 If you insert a CD when Media Center is not open, a message appears asking what you want to do. You can select Windows Media Player as your default audio player. If you have another program set as the default audio player, Windows opens this program and begins playing the CD. 2 Press the Start button on the remote control. 3 Insert a CD into the CD drive - the CD plays automatically in Media Center. If you have other media such as live TV already playing when you insert the CD, Media Center asks you if you want to play the CD. Select Yes to begin playing the CD. Media Center can also be used to record music files from CDs you own. You can also use Windows Media Player to record.
Finding Music Files in My Music
After you have added and organized files in Windows Media Player Library, you can browse through your music files in the My Music window. You can search for music files by album title, artist, song title, or music genre. You can also use the search feature to quickly find a specific song, album, or artist. To find a music file: 1 In the My Music window, select Albums, Artists, Playlists, View Songs, or Genres to display a list of all items in that category. In these windows, you will have other options, depending on the category you select. Or Select Search. Use the numeric buttons on the remote control to enter a descriptive word, song title, or artist name and display a list of all the titles that match your entry. 2 Use the arrow keys to select a music file, and then press the Play button on the remote control to begin playing that music file. If you back up music files from a CD using Windows Media Player 9, you must log the files into the media player's play list before you can play them using the Media Center. To log the files into the play list, open indows Media Player 9, press F3 and log the files in the dialog box.

Playing a Song

You can play a song from anywhere in My Music. You can select it from the View Song list, or from the Album, Artist, and Genre lists. You can also play a single song from a playlist as follows: 1 In the My Music window, select Album. The list displays all the songs in your media library. 2 Use the arrow buttons to select a song, and then press OK or Play on the remote control to play it. 3 Use the controls at the bottom of the screen to stop or pause the song, advance to another song, or increase or decrease the volume.
Setting Up an Automatic Disc Jockey
You can select to have Media Center randomly play all the available songs in one genre: 1 In the My Music window, select Genres. The list displays all the genres available in your Media Library. 2 Use the arrow buttons to select a genre, and then press OK on the remote control. 3 Use the arrow buttons to select Shuffle, and then press OK on the remote control. All songs in that genre are randomly played.
Finding and Playing an Album
1 In the Media Center Start menu, select My Music, and then select Albums. 2 In the Albums window, select View by list or View by cover to organize all of the albums available. 3 Use the arrow buttons to select an album, and then press OK on the remote control. You can also select: Shuffle to rearrange the music tracks on the album. Play to play the album selected. The Now Playing window opens, and the album starts playing. 4 In the Play window, select a song and press OK on the remote control. You can also select: View Song to view cover art and play one track. View Tracks to view a list of all tracks on the album. Shuffle to rearrange the play order. Repeat to play the album again. Buy Music to connect to the Internet, find CD information, and buy music CDs. To go back to Media Center, press Start on the remote control. 5 Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous window.

Creating a Play list

A play list is a customized list of digital music files. Using play list, you can group various digital music files together and determine the order in which you want the files to play. You can create a play list that includes several tracks from various CDs or even a play list that contains background music for a slide show. Use Windows Media Player to create play lists and then play them back using Media Center. To create a play list: 1 Click Start on the taskbar and select Windows Media Player. 2 Select Media Library. 3 Click New play list in the toolbar, type in a name for your play list, and then click OK. Your new play list should appear under the My Play lists area of the Media Player window. 4 In the Media Library, select the music file that you want to add to your play list. 5 Click Add to play list in the toolbar, and then select your playlist from the drop-down menu. Repeat this step until all of your files are added. 6 Select your play list to check your added music files. 7 Close Media Center, if open, and then press the Start button on the remote control. Your play list won't appear in My Music unless you close and open Media Center. You can now play your play list in Media Center.

Playing Digital Videos

After you organize your videos in the My Videos or Shared Videos folder in Windows Explorer, open Media Center to watch your videos. 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to open the Media Center Start menu. 2 Select My Videos. The right side of the window shows small images of your video files and folder icons, if you've organized your videos into folders. 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to move through and select your video or video folder. 4 Press the OK button on the remote control. The selected video plays in full screen mode, or the folder opens displaying a list of video files. Use the mouse to resize the window if you want to watch your video while doing something else on your desktop. 5 When the video is finished, select Restart and then press OK to replay the video. You can also select Done and press OK to close the file and return to the My Videos window.
Playing a Video in Full Screen Mode
1 On the Media Center Start menu, select My Videos. 2 On the My Videos menu, select My Videos or Shared Video. 3 Use the arrow buttons to select the folder you want, and then press OK. Select the video file and press OK again. Your video plays in full screen mode. 4 Press Back on the remote control to exit full screen mode and return to the previous window.

Sorting Videos

To organize your videos by date or by name: 1 On the Media Center Start menu, select My Videos or Shared Video. 2 If your videos are organized within other folders, use the arrow buttons to select the folder you want to sort, and then press OK. If you don't select a folder, the Media Center sorts all the files and folders. 3 Select Sort by date or Sort by name.

Watching a DVD

Watching DVDs in the Media Center allows you to control the playback with your remote control. If you select to play your DVD in another program, the use of some of the remote control buttons is not supported. To play a DVD movie in Media Center 1 Insert the DVD into the drive. If you have other media playing, Media Center asks if you want to play the DVD. Select Yes or No. If you select Yes, the DVD automatically plays in full screen mode after a few seconds. 2 If a DVD menu appears, use the remote control or the mouse to select the DVD menu items and control the DVD movie playback. 3 Press Stop on the remote control to stop playing the DVD. 4 To change the window size, move the mouse and click the Resize button on the taskbar of the DVD window.

Play DVD screen

Stopping a DVD Movie
1 Press the Stop button on the remote control to stop the movie. 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an item on the Stopped menu, and then press OK. Select Resume to begin playing the DVD where you left off. Select Restart to begin playing the DVD at the beginning. Select Title Menu to go to the DVD main menu, if available. Select DVD Languages to change the language for the DVD soundtrack, subtitles, and menu. Select Eject to open the disc tray.

Playing a DVD movie already in your drive
If you already have a DVD movie in your drive, but you have been doing other things in Media Center or in other programs from your desktop, you can play the DVD by: 1 Press the Start button on the remote control. 2 Select Play DVD. The DVD movie begins playing in full screen mode.
Changing the Media Center Settings
In the Media Center Settings window, you can change settings for watching television, for viewing your pictures and slide shows, and for controlling sound and the display of all the Media Center windows.
Media Center Settings screen
Administrator Controlled Settings
Some settings apply to all Media Center windows for all users and must be set up by the administrator. These settings are: Parental Control sets up rating permissions for TV viewing. This setting requires the administrator to use a separate password. This option may not be available with your model. Set up Internet connection sets up Internet connection. Guide sets up channel mapping for the Television Program Guide, which enables your computer to download the correct guide from the Internet. Setup TV signal sets up your TV or cable connection.

User Controlled Settings

Some settings can be selected by each person using the PC. These settings are: Sounds, Appearance, and Audio sets sound and display settings. DVD sets language and audio settings for playing DVD movies. Pictures determines slide transition time and selects which pictures to display in a slide show.
Changing General Settings
General settings affect each user's experience in Media Center and can be changed only by the administrator of the computer. 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select Settings. You may need to select the scroll arrows in the Start menu to view Settings. 2 In the Settings window, select General. 3 In the General window, do one of the following: Select Appearance to turn transition animations or notifications on or off, as well as text and colors for the computer monitor or television screen. Use the arrow buttons to select the item to change, and then press Save. Select OK in the window, and then press OK again. Select Media Center Sounds to turn the sound on or off. Use the arrow buttons to select an option, and then press OK on the remote control. Select Save in the window, and then press OK again. Select Notifications to turn on or off taskbar notifications. When on you receive a notification when you are low on disk space, when there is no TV signal, or when there is no Guide data. Select Autoplay to set autoplay options. Select Parental Control to set passwords, movie ratings, and other controls.

Changing DVD Movie Language
To select DVD language settings for subtitles, closed captioning, and viewing the DVD: 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select Settings. 2 In the Settings window, select DVD. 3 In the DVD Settings window, select DVD, and then select Language. 4 Use the arrow buttons to select the + or - buttons. Press the OK button on the remote control to scroll through the languages available. When you find the one you want, use the arrow buttons to select Save in the window, and then press OK on the remote control. 5 Press the Back button on the remote control to return to the main Settings window.
Selecting Closed Captioning
The audio settings window allows you to select closed captioning. Closed captioning displays the TV's spoken audio in text format for those who are unable to hear the audio. To select closed captioning: 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select My TV. 2 Select Settings. 3 Select Audio. 4 Use the arrow buttons to select the + or - buttons. Press OK on the remote control to scroll through the choices available. Audio: If you select Secondary Audio Program (SAP) instead of stereo, Media Center allows a simultaneous broadcast of a primary and secondary audio program. It could contain and additional voice track such as a voiceover commentary or a foreign language interpretation. Caption Display: You can select to turn Closed Captioning on, off, or on when mute. 5 After you make your changes, use the arrow buttons to select Save in the window, and then press OK on the remote control.
Changing Picture Settings
Each user can set his or her own picture settings. 1 In the Media Center Start menu, select Settings. You may need to select the scroll arrows on the Start menu to view Settings. 2 In the Settings window, select Pictures. 3 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to select an option. Select the + or - button and then press the OK button on the remote control to increase or decrease the transition time. Select Save in the Settings window and then press OK on the remote control. Saving returns you to the Settings window. Select the check icon and then press the OK button on the remote control to show pictures within subfolders or in random order. Select Save in the Settings window and then press OK on the remote control to go back to the Settings window.
Displaying Your Pictures 32

Listening to Music 25

Media Center Settings Media Center Setup 39 2

Recording TV Shows 19

Starting the Media Center 4
Watching a DVD 37 Watching Television 14 Watching Your Digital Movies 34