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... configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them. Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information.
... configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them. Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information.
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... IR control to your set-top box guide for a 1/2- The Media Center IR control cable sends infrared signals to the set-top box IR sensor window. Before using the Media Center remote control, make sure that the set-top box is placed directly in the middle. Look for information about remote... sensor. 10 4 Place the sticky side of the IR control on the set-top box by shining a flashlight through the set-top box IR sensor window. Connect the IR control cable If your computer may look different.) 3 Remove the adhesive paper from the back of the IR control. 2 Locate the IR...
... IR control to your set-top box guide for a 1/2- The Media Center IR control cable sends infrared signals to the set-top box IR sensor window. Before using the Media Center remote control, make sure that the set-top box is placed directly in the middle. Look for information about remote... sensor. 10 4 Place the sticky side of the IR control on the set-top box by shining a flashlight through the set-top box IR sensor window. Connect the IR control cable If your computer may look different.) 3 Remove the adhesive paper from the back of the IR control. 2 Locate the IR...
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...interlacing. If you did not purchase a display device when you purchased your Media Center computer and your Media Center computer. See Windows Help & Support for your video display does not provide the image quality that is optimized for more information about changing the ...port. However, some older TVs provide a lower quality display than computer monitors or flat-panel TVs that your eyes. 11 See "Contacting Gateway" on the screen, a standard interlaced analog television will produce a lower quality display, especially when viewing and using the Media Center computer...
...interlacing. If you did not purchase a display device when you purchased your Media Center computer and your Media Center computer. See Windows Help & Support for your video display does not provide the image quality that is optimized for more information about changing the ...port. However, some older TVs provide a lower quality display than computer monitors or flat-panel TVs that your eyes. 11 See "Contacting Gateway" on the screen, a standard interlaced analog television will produce a lower quality display, especially when viewing and using the Media Center computer...
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Turning on your sound system (optional) is turned on. 2 Follow the Windows setup screens. 3 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the power and complete the Media Center set up software After the computer components are connected, you're ready to complete the device setup. 14 Make sure that your system and setting up . 1 Press the power button on the front of the monitor or TV, then press the power button on the front of the Media Center computer.
Turning on your sound system (optional) is turned on. 2 Follow the Windows setup screens. 3 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the power and complete the Media Center set up software After the computer components are connected, you're ready to complete the device setup. 14 Make sure that your system and setting up . 1 Press the power button on the front of the monitor or TV, then press the power button on the front of the Media Center computer.
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..., press the Start button on the remote to start the Media Center setup wizard. 5 Follow the setup screens to configure the Media Center software for Windows Updates to complete the Media Center software configuration. Before starting the Media Center setup wizard in step 4, make sure that your Internet connection...
..., press the Start button on the remote to start the Media Center setup wizard. 5 Follow the setup screens to configure the Media Center software for Windows Updates to complete the Media Center software configuration. Before starting the Media Center setup wizard in step 4, make sure that your Internet connection...
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...have added all of your pointer over Data, then click Data Disc. Nero Express opens. 20 4 Move your files, click Finished. The Disc Content window opens. 8 Click Next, then click Burn. You can play on your recordable DVD drive. TV programs that have been recorded with Nero Express After you... have recorded a program, you want to record (hold down the CTRL or SHIFT key when you have Windows XP with Nero Express. 2 If a CD Drive dialog box opens, click Cancel. 3 Click Start, All Programs, Burn a CD or Data DVD, Nero Programs,...
...have added all of your pointer over Data, then click Data Disc. Nero Express opens. 20 4 Move your files, click Finished. The Disc Content window opens. 8 Click Next, then click Burn. You can play on your recordable DVD drive. TV programs that have been recorded with Nero Express After you... have recorded a program, you want to record (hold down the CTRL or SHIFT key when you have Windows XP with Nero Express. 2 If a CD Drive dialog box opens, click Cancel. 3 Click Start, All Programs, Burn a CD or Data DVD, Nero Programs,...
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TV programs that have Windows XP with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R or DVD-RW disc into your home DVD player or on another Media Center computer or on a non-...
TV programs that have Windows XP with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R or DVD-RW disc into your home DVD player or on another Media Center computer or on a non-...
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...cannot display this interlaced method to make colorful motion video look readable. Progressive scan video displays a video frame with one at : support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/ 23 The TV screen first displays the video image odd lines one pass of sequential scan lines. A progressive...picture on a newer model TV. • Type of TV (interlaced or progressive scan) Many TVs use this high of alternating scan lines. See Windows Help & Support for more information, review the FAQ topic at a time, sequentially from top to bottom, then it fills in a fuller, sharper...
...cannot display this interlaced method to make colorful motion video look readable. Progressive scan video displays a video frame with one at : support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/ 23 The TV screen first displays the video image odd lines one pass of sequential scan lines. A progressive...picture on a newer model TV. • Type of TV (interlaced or progressive scan) Many TVs use this high of alternating scan lines. See Windows Help & Support for more information, review the FAQ topic at a time, sequentially from top to bottom, then it fills in a fuller, sharper...
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... programs in the .DVR-MS format. A: You must also have Windows XP with the Media Center can be connected to the Internet to a DVD? For more information review the FAQ topic at: support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/ Q: Can I burn programs that were recorded...get this "Download Error" message when the Media Center tries to update the Program Guide? DVDs recorded with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. Q: What display settings can I change to the Media Center computer. A: Adjust the display device brightness, contrast,...
... programs in the .DVR-MS format. A: You must also have Windows XP with the Media Center can be connected to the Internet to a DVD? For more information review the FAQ topic at: support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/ Q: Can I burn programs that were recorded...get this "Download Error" message when the Media Center tries to update the Program Guide? DVDs recorded with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. Q: What display settings can I change to the Media Center computer. A: Adjust the display device brightness, contrast,...
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Getting more information The Media Center is available at the top of the window. 2 Click the Help icon to view or search for information in the Media Center online help is easy to activate the Media Center tool bar. The tool bar appears at your fingertips. 1 In the Media Center window, move the mouse to use when you need additional help or information about using the Media Center features, help . 25 However, if you follow the on-screen menus.
Getting more information The Media Center is available at the top of the window. 2 Click the Help icon to view or search for information in the Media Center online help is easy to activate the Media Center tool bar. The tool bar appears at your fingertips. 1 In the Media Center window, move the mouse to use when you need additional help or information about using the Media Center features, help . 25 However, if you follow the on-screen menus.
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.... Type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located at the top of help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway Media Center computer. 1 To start the search. Help and Support opens. 2 Click a topic link. - The search results appear below the search box. 26 OR - Use...
.... Type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located at the top of help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway Media Center computer. 1 To start the search. Help and Support opens. 2 Click a topic link. - The search results appear below the search box. 26 OR - Use...
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... a CD or DVD 38 Playing a CD 39 Playing a DVD 39 Creating CDs and DVDs 39 5 Maintaining Your Computer 41 Caring for your computer 42 Updating Windows 42 Protecting your computer from viruses 43 Cleaning your computer 46 Cleaning the exterior 46 Cleaning the keyboard 46 Cleaning the computer display 47 Cleaning... Safety guidelines 60 First steps 60 Troubleshooting 61 Add-in cards 61 Audio 61 Battery 61 CD or DVD drives 61 Computer 63 ii www.gateway.com
... a CD or DVD 38 Playing a CD 39 Playing a DVD 39 Creating CDs and DVDs 39 5 Maintaining Your Computer 41 Caring for your computer 42 Updating Windows 42 Protecting your computer from viruses 43 Cleaning your computer 46 Cleaning the exterior 46 Cleaning the keyboard 46 Cleaning the computer display 47 Cleaning... Safety guidelines 60 First steps 60 Troubleshooting 61 Add-in cards 61 Audio 61 Battery 61 CD or DVD drives 61 Computer 63 ii www.gateway.com
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Help and Support Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your Gateway computer. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. www.gateway.com 5 Help and Support opens. Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support.
Help and Support Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your Gateway computer. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. www.gateway.com 5 Help and Support opens. Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support.
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... information online so you can research a topic or learn how to this guide, the Using Your Computer guide has been included on using Windows, using the program. You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, ...Help button. You can access most online help . To access the Using Your Computer guide: ■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. www.gateway.com 7 Using Your Computer guide Using Your Computer guide In addition to perform a task while you are using the Internet, sending a fax,...
... information online so you can research a topic or learn how to this guide, the Using Your Computer guide has been included on using Windows, using the program. You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, ...Help button. You can access most online help . To access the Using Your Computer guide: ■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. www.gateway.com 7 Using Your Computer guide Using Your Computer guide In addition to perform a task while you are using the Internet, sending a fax,...
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... your eyes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your work area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes ...the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. ■ Position the computer desk and monitor so you maintain good posture. 20 www.gateway.com Top of screen is not higher than eye level Hands and arms are parallel to your line of time. Setting up your computer ...
... your eyes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your work area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes ...the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. ■ Position the computer desk and monitor so you maintain good posture. 20 www.gateway.com Top of screen is not higher than eye level Hands and arms are parallel to your line of time. Setting up your computer ...
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... mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in the power supply and system board remain energized. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in... turn off your computer, certain components in Using Your Computer which has been included on your computer, it . 24 www.gateway.com Windows shuts down and turns off your hard drive. In order to "wake" it up your computer When you have not used for several minutes or ...
... mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in the power supply and system board remain energized. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in... turn off your computer, certain components in Using Your Computer which has been included on your computer, it . 24 www.gateway.com Windows shuts down and turns off your hard drive. In order to "wake" it up your computer When you have not used for several minutes or ...
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... it on again. Important If your computer does not respond, turn it . The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the Applications tab, then click the program that are finished, Windows starts. To close programs that is not responding. 3 Click End Task. 4 Click X in... the top-right corner of the regular startup process, a program to restart (reboot) your computer. Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. www.gateway...
... it on again. Important If your computer does not respond, turn it . The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the Applications tab, then click the program that are finished, Windows starts. To close programs that is not responding. 3 Click End Task. 4 Click X in... the top-right corner of the regular startup process, a program to restart (reboot) your computer. Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. www.gateway...
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... the keyboard Function keys Editing buttons Internet buttons Indicators Audio playback buttons Navigation keys Internet buttons Windows keys Application key Directional Numeric keys keypad Keyboard features The keyboard has several different types of a document. 26 www.gateway.com Press these buttons to play your Internet home page, search, or e-mail programs. Press...
... the keyboard Function keys Editing buttons Internet buttons Indicators Audio playback buttons Navigation keys Internet buttons Windows keys Application key Directional Numeric keys keypad Keyboard features The keyboard has several different types of a document. 26 www.gateway.com Press these buttons to play your Internet home page, search, or e-mail programs. Press...
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Press these keys to move the cursor up, down, right, or left. www.gateway.com 27 Press the corresponding key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). Press this key to access shortcut menus and ...) is turned on. Directional keys Numeric keypad Press these keys to open the Windows Start menu. These keys can also be used in Windows. Press one of these keys to activate the function. Using the keyboard Feature Icon Indicators Windows keys Application key Description Show if your NUM LOCK, CAPS LOCK, or SCROLL...
Press these keys to move the cursor up, down, right, or left. www.gateway.com 27 Press the corresponding key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). Press this key to access shortcut menus and ...) is turned on. Directional keys Numeric keypad Press these keys to open the Windows Start menu. These keys can also be used in Windows. Press one of these keys to activate the function. Using the keyboard Feature Icon Indicators Windows keys Application key Description Show if your NUM LOCK, CAPS LOCK, or SCROLL...
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...All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. This means that they are using external speakers, turn the knob on how to adjust the overall volume and the volume of specific sound devices in your computer. To use the volume controls to adjust the volume in Windows, see "Adjusting the Volume... double-click the Sound Effect Manager icon on page 26. Tips & Tricks For instructions on the front of your speaker setup. 30 www.gateway.com Click/Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices, then click Advanced under Speaker Settings. To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls: ...
...All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. This means that they are using external speakers, turn the knob on how to adjust the overall volume and the volume of specific sound devices in your computer. To use the volume controls to adjust the volume in Windows, see "Adjusting the Volume... double-click the Sound Effect Manager icon on page 26. Tips & Tricks For instructions on the front of your speaker setup. 30 www.gateway.com Click/Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices, then click Advanced under Speaker Settings. To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls: ...