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... the HDTV Remote control Documentation and Installation CD All other cables, components, and services are sold separately. See the following topics: "Regulatory and Safety Information" on page 4 "Important Safety Instructions" on page 7 "Important Information" on page 11 Identifying Items in the Box HP MediaSmart Connect HPIMnsetdailalSamtiaornt CaonndneUctsex2r8G0unide AC power adaptor HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface...
... the HDTV Remote control Documentation and Installation CD All other cables, components, and services are sold separately. See the following topics: "Regulatory and Safety Information" on page 4 "Important Safety Instructions" on page 7 "Important Information" on page 11 Identifying Items in the Box HP MediaSmart Connect HPIMnsetdailalSamtiaornt CaonndneUctsex2r8G0unide AC power adaptor HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface...
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Your HDTV and the remote control for it. See "Other cables you may need " on page 13. Getting Started 14 NOTE: For a wireless network connection, you may need : The name or SSID (service set up your setup. To download the tool, visit the Microsoft ... Vista Upgrade Advisor can run on your Home Network" on page 35. see "Chapter 2: Connecting your HP MediaSmart Connect to set identifier) of Windows Vista can help you begin, have on hand Your HP MediaSmart Connect and items from the box; For full functionality, high-speed Internet service is required (sold ...
Your HDTV and the remote control for it. See "Other cables you may need " on page 13. Getting Started 14 NOTE: For a wireless network connection, you may need : The name or SSID (service set up your setup. To download the tool, visit the Microsoft ... Vista Upgrade Advisor can run on your Home Network" on page 35. see "Chapter 2: Connecting your HP MediaSmart Connect to set identifier) of Windows Vista can help you begin, have on hand Your HP MediaSmart Connect and items from the box; For full functionality, high-speed Internet service is required (sold ...
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...your HDTV to place the device. Step 4: Return to your device with the HP MediaSmart Connect. Finalize the set up the Extender for the HP MediaSmart Connect. See "Step 1: Connect Your HDTV to share media with HP. See "Step 3: On Your Computer, Insert the Installation CD" on page ...on your computer, insert the Installation CD. Connect the device to the HDTV, and to : Install the MediaSmart software (automatic). If you are using a wired (Ethernet) connection, connect the device to Complete the Setup" on page 26. Install the remote control batteries. See "Step 2: Follow the...
...your HDTV to place the device. Step 4: Return to your device with the HP MediaSmart Connect. Finalize the set up the Extender for the HP MediaSmart Connect. See "Step 1: Connect Your HDTV to share media with HP. See "Step 3: On Your Computer, Insert the Installation CD" on page ...on your computer, insert the Installation CD. Connect the device to the HDTV, and to : Install the MediaSmart software (automatic). If you are using a wired (Ethernet) connection, connect the device to Complete the Setup" on page 26. Install the remote control batteries. See "Step 2: Follow the...
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.... 1 Press and open the cover on the rear of the remote control. 2 Insert the batteries into standby mode and awaken it, or unplug the power adaptor to turn it completely off. IMPORTANT: The HP MediaSmart Connect has no Power ! button; Getting Started 20 press the On/...Off button on the remote control to put the device into the remote control, and ensure that you match polarities. 3 Close the cover. Connecting power Connect the AC power adaptor to the connector...
.... 1 Press and open the cover on the rear of the remote control. 2 Insert the batteries into standby mode and awaken it, or unplug the power adaptor to turn it completely off. IMPORTANT: The HP MediaSmart Connect has no Power ! button; Getting Started 20 press the On/...Off button on the remote control to put the device into the remote control, and ensure that you match polarities. 3 Close the cover. Connecting power Connect the AC power adaptor to the connector...
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...viewing on page 86. The WMP software uses your home network to stream photos, videos, and music to operate the HP MediaSmart Connect, point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the front of your network, and the security information (the WEP key or the WPA passphrase). ...need the name or SSID of the device, press a button on the remote control, and then wait for a response before pressing the next remote control button. Windows Media Player must be installed, and HP MediaSmart Connect must be allowed in order to display the media shared from the Installation ...
...viewing on page 86. The WMP software uses your home network to stream photos, videos, and music to operate the HP MediaSmart Connect, point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the front of your network, and the security information (the WEP key or the WPA passphrase). ...need the name or SSID of the device, press a button on the remote control, and then wait for a response before pressing the next remote control button. Windows Media Player must be installed, and HP MediaSmart Connect must be allowed in order to display the media shared from the Installation ...
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Getting Started 23 The TV Resolution screen displays. Set up at the TV 1 If necessary, turn on the remote control one or more times to view the HP MediaSmart Connect. NOTE: The TV Resolution screen does not display when the resolution is automatically detected. 2 Press the Device button on the TV, and then select the input source to light the HP MediaSmart Connect indicator.
Getting Started 23 The TV Resolution screen displays. Set up at the TV 1 If necessary, turn on the remote control one or more times to view the HP MediaSmart Connect. NOTE: The TV Resolution screen does not display when the resolution is automatically detected. 2 Press the Device button on the TV, and then select the input source to light the HP MediaSmart Connect indicator.
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...button to respond. n To change the resolution after the first time, press the TV Resolution button on the front of the HP MediaSmart Connect, or press the Media button on your TV supports both 720p and 1080i, try each and select the picture that looks ... and then press OK. Getting Started 24 A confirmation window opens. Wait for the HP MediaSmart Connect to select a resolution, and then press OK. what is better: 720p or 1080i? 3 Point the remote control at the HP MediaSmart Connect, and follow the onscreen instructions. To select the resolution: n Resolution - If your ...
...button to respond. n To change the resolution after the first time, press the TV Resolution button on the front of the HP MediaSmart Connect, or press the Media button on your TV supports both 720p and 1080i, try each and select the picture that looks ... and then press OK. Getting Started 24 A confirmation window opens. Wait for the HP MediaSmart Connect to select a resolution, and then press OK. what is better: 720p or 1080i? 3 Point the remote control at the HP MediaSmart Connect, and follow the onscreen instructions. To select the resolution: n Resolution - If your ...
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...you to your Home Network" on the network. n Make entries by using a wireless connection to the character you want . The HP MediaSmart Connect displays an eight-digit key on the computer. Select the wireless network you want , and be ready to enter... your HDTV screen, along with instructions for access to select Next, and then press OK. Step 4: Return to Your TV to Complete the Setup 1 Point the MediaSmart remote control at the HP MediaSmart Connect...
...you to your Home Network" on the network. n Make entries by using a wireless connection to the character you want . The HP MediaSmart Connect displays an eight-digit key on the computer. Select the wireless network you want , and be ready to enter... your HDTV screen, along with instructions for access to select Next, and then press OK. Step 4: Return to Your TV to Complete the Setup 1 Point the MediaSmart remote control at the HP MediaSmart Connect...
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... sites: For additional help, How to enjoy digital media on page 38. Enjoying You are now ready to documents, FAQs, and other documentation, see: http://www.hp.com/support/mediasmart For additional information about using the HP MediaSmart Connect, see "Chapter 3: Using the Remote Control" on your HDTV. IMPORTANT: The HP MediaSmart Connect may seem slow to respond to complete...
... sites: For additional help, How to enjoy digital media on page 38. Enjoying You are now ready to documents, FAQs, and other documentation, see: http://www.hp.com/support/mediasmart For additional information about using the HP MediaSmart Connect, see "Chapter 3: Using the Remote Control" on your HDTV. IMPORTANT: The HP MediaSmart Connect may seem slow to respond to complete...
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... on hand 14 Installation Steps 15 Step 1: Connect Your HDTV to Your HP MediaSmart Connect 16 Selecting a good location 16 Connecting to the HDTV 16 Connecting to your home network (LAN 19 Connecting power 20 Installing remote control batteries 20 Step 2: Follow the Setup Wizard... on Your HDTV 22 Set up at the TV 23 Step 3: On Your Computer, Insert the Installation CD 26 Beginning at your computer 26 Using the Installation CD 27 Table of Contents Regulatory and Safety Information 4 Digital...
... on hand 14 Installation Steps 15 Step 1: Connect Your HDTV to Your HP MediaSmart Connect 16 Selecting a good location 16 Connecting to the HDTV 16 Connecting to your home network (LAN 19 Connecting power 20 Installing remote control batteries 20 Step 2: Follow the Setup Wizard... on Your HDTV 22 Set up at the TV 23 Step 3: On Your Computer, Insert the Installation CD 26 Beginning at your computer 26 Using the Installation CD 27 Table of Contents Regulatory and Safety Information 4 Digital...
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... Setup 28 Enjoying 29 Useful URLs 29 Chapter 1: Welcome 33 Chapter 2: Connecting your HP MediaSmart Connect to your Home Network 35 Wired network 35 Wireless network 35 Improve wireless performance 36 Chapter 3: Using the Remote Control 38 Locating Controls and Connectors 38 Identifying the Multifunction Remote Control Buttons 41 Selecting a Device to Control 44 Programming the...
... Setup 28 Enjoying 29 Useful URLs 29 Chapter 1: Welcome 33 Chapter 2: Connecting your HP MediaSmart Connect to your Home Network 35 Wired network 35 Wireless network 35 Improve wireless performance 36 Chapter 3: Using the Remote Control 38 Locating Controls and Connectors 38 Identifying the Multifunction Remote Control Buttons 41 Selecting a Device to Control 44 Programming the...
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... until you press the button and see the HP MediaSmart Connect screen. Lights amber: Device is lit. If you see a blank screen, your TV may not support the selected resolution; Ejects the HP PMD from the bay. Front USB Status Indicator Eject TV Resolution Button, Indicator Remote Control HP Pocket Media Sensor Drive Bay Front TV...
... until you press the button and see the HP MediaSmart Connect screen. Lights amber: Device is lit. If you see a blank screen, your TV may not support the selected resolution; Ejects the HP PMD from the bay. Front USB Status Indicator Eject TV Resolution Button, Indicator Remote Control HP Pocket Media Sensor Drive Bay Front TV...
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... the Remote Control 40 IMPORTANT: Wireless local area network (LAN) ! Back HDMI Component Video Y, Pb, Pr Analog Audio R and L LAN USB Description (continued) Connect the included HDMI cable to an external sound system. antennas are internal to the HP MediaSmart Connect and can connect the device... to your wireless home network. Connect left -right analog audio) to restart the device. Back Power HDMI Component Video Y, Pb, Pr LAN Reset Digital audio Analog Audio output (optical) Right ...
... the Remote Control 40 IMPORTANT: Wireless local area network (LAN) ! Back HDMI Component Video Y, Pb, Pr Analog Audio R and L LAN USB Description (continued) Connect the included HDMI cable to an external sound system. antennas are internal to the HP MediaSmart Connect and can connect the device... to your wireless home network. Connect left -right analog audio) to restart the device. Back Power HDMI Component Video Y, Pb, Pr LAN Reset Digital audio Analog Audio output (optical) Right ...
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... dimensions of the TV in TV mode. On the Media menu, causes an action specific to the current menu or item. To enjoy digital media or use the Extender for the controlled device or Extender mode. On the Media menu, causes an action specific to the current menu... or item. On/Off turns the controlled device on the remote control and its function if the controlled device supports it. CC (Red context) selects a closed caption mode for Windows Media Center feature, the HP MediaSmart Connect must be the controlled device. SAP (Yellow context) selects the Secondary ...
... dimensions of the TV in TV mode. On the Media menu, causes an action specific to the current menu or item. To enjoy digital media or use the Extender for the controlled device or Extender mode. On the Media menu, causes an action specific to the current menu... or item. On/Off turns the controlled device on the remote control and its function if the controlled device supports it. CC (Red context) selects a closed caption mode for Windows Media Center feature, the HP MediaSmart Connect must be the controlled device. SAP (Yellow context) selects the Secondary ...
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... device. Each programmed device can be programmed for each remote control indictor, except the HP MediaSmart Connect indictor: TV, CBL, DVD, and AUX. See "Programming a second device for volume mapping, which adjusts the sound at the remote control sensor on page 50. To select the device ...you want to operate the HP MediaSmart Connect or another controlled device. Simply point the remote control at the front of the Status indicator. Programming the remote control for a TV (device code...
... device. Each programmed device can be programmed for each remote control indictor, except the HP MediaSmart Connect indictor: TV, CBL, DVD, and AUX. See "Programming a second device for volume mapping, which adjusts the sound at the remote control sensor on page 50. To select the device ...you want to operate the HP MediaSmart Connect or another controlled device. Simply point the remote control at the front of the Status indicator. Programming the remote control for a TV (device code...
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...other device manufacturer codes, see the listing on the HP Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support/mediasmart 1 Locate the brand of your device and the manufacturer codes. Wait until the device indicator light on the remote control one or more times to select the TV... steps Follow these steps to program the remote control for the TV. To find the other device indicators. Your cable or satellite set-top box. Your DVD player. Selected device (indicator) HP MediaSmart Connect TV CBL DVD Remote control operates Your HP MediaSmart Connect (only the second device for volume mapping...
...other device manufacturer codes, see the listing on the HP Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support/mediasmart 1 Locate the brand of your device and the manufacturer codes. Wait until the device indicator light on the remote control one or more times to select the TV... steps Follow these steps to program the remote control for the TV. To find the other device indicators. Your cable or satellite set-top box. Your DVD player. Selected device (indicator) HP MediaSmart Connect TV CBL DVD Remote control operates Your HP MediaSmart Connect (only the second device for volume mapping...
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... 47. The device indicator light blinks one more time and then remains lit, indicating the remote control is in programming mode. 5 Press one or more times to select the primary device (HP MediaSmart Connect, TV, CBL, DVD, AUX). You can program a second device for volume mapping.... This completes programming a primary device. For device manufacturer codes, see "Programming a second device for volume mapping" on the remote control one of your second device ...
... 47. The device indicator light blinks one more time and then remains lit, indicating the remote control is in programming mode. 5 Press one or more times to select the primary device (HP MediaSmart Connect, TV, CBL, DVD, AUX). You can program a second device for volume mapping.... This completes programming a primary device. For device manufacturer codes, see "Programming a second device for volume mapping" on the remote control one of your second device ...
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... Videos The Media menu shows these options (in the middle of the front of the HP MediaSmart Connect. 3 Press the Media button. Music (headphones icon), to light the HP MediaSmart Connect indicator. The Media menu displays. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor in a moving carousel): Photos (pictures icon), to access your music. 50... To operate and use the Media menu: 1 If necessary, turn on the TV, and then select the input source to view the HP MediaSmart Connect. 2 If necessary, press the Device button on the remote control one or more times to access your photos.
... Videos The Media menu shows these options (in the middle of the front of the HP MediaSmart Connect. 3 Press the Media button. Music (headphones icon), to light the HP MediaSmart Connect indicator. The Media menu displays. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor in a moving carousel): Photos (pictures icon), to access your music. 50... To operate and use the Media menu: 1 If necessary, turn on the TV, and then select the input source to view the HP MediaSmart Connect. 2 If necessary, press the Device button on the remote control one or more times to access your photos.
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... Media button on your remote control to display the Media menu. 2 Press an Arrow button to select Photos, and then press OK. 3 Press an Arrow button to select an option for music, video, or photos The HP MediaSmart Connect appears as a digital media receiver in the Windows Media Player networking software program. The HP MediaSmart Connect and the Media...
... Media button on your remote control to display the Media menu. 2 Press an Arrow button to select Photos, and then press OK. 3 Press an Arrow button to select an option for music, video, or photos The HP MediaSmart Connect appears as a digital media receiver in the Windows Media Player networking software program. The HP MediaSmart Connect and the Media...
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HP MediaSmart Connect supports play of Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected content stored on a mass storage device is not supported by HP MediaSmart Connect. The media files must be accessible from your Windows Media Center Library. Chapter 4: Enjoying Music, Photos, and Videos 2 Press the ... on the USB device or HP PMD: 1 Insert the device into a USB connector on the HP MediaSmart Connect, or insert the HP PMD into the PMD bay on the device are not recognized. Playback of such files through Extender for Windows Media Center" on your remote control to display the Media menu...
HP MediaSmart Connect supports play of Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected content stored on a mass storage device is not supported by HP MediaSmart Connect. The media files must be accessible from your Windows Media Center Library. Chapter 4: Enjoying Music, Photos, and Videos 2 Press the ... on the USB device or HP PMD: 1 Insert the device into a USB connector on the HP MediaSmart Connect, or insert the HP PMD into the PMD bay on the device are not recognized. Playback of such files through Extender for Windows Media Center" on your remote control to display the Media menu...