HP s3700z Advanced Setup Guide

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    Advanced Setup Guide
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    Hewlett-Packard products and services are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP United States and/or other countries/regions. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse
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    to the computer 2 Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video 8 Connecting Other Devices 10 Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs 10 Adjusting the Monitor 11 Adjusting the screen resolution by using Vista 11 Adjusting the screen resolution by using the NVIDIA Control Panel 11 Setting Up
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    TV set-top box or satellite box to VCR and TV, using S-video cable or composite video cable between the box and the VCR or TV ..........46 Using a TV as a Monitor 48 Cables for connecting the computer to a TV 48 Connecting the computer to a TV 48 Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen 49
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    HDMI device 53 Connecting a DVI device 54 Connecting to a Standard TV 55 Connecting to component video 55 Connecting to S-video 56 Configuring the TV Tuner 56 Digital versus analog tuner 57 Initial configuration using Windows Media Center setup wizard 57 Changing the tuner settings 58 Index
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    vi Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    : Please read "Safety Information" in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting the computer to the electrical power system. Putting the Computer Together Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer. Read the topics in this section to learn more about
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    strips provide surge protection; the power strip must be specifically labeled as having this capability. Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a damage replacement policy that replaces the equipment if surge protection fails. Connecting to the computer Connect the main hardware devices, such
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    FireWire® (IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other devices with very fast transfer rates. NOTE: You must use a 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) transfer cable with this 6-pin connector. Digital audio in and digital audio out. Side speaker out. Rear speaker out. Center/Subwoofer. Setting Up the Computer 3
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    ) to connect to a VCR, video camera, or other analog source to the computer. A/V In Audio 2 L A/V In Audio 2 R Secondary Left audio input connector (white). NOTE: This Audio In connector is connected to the TV tuner. You must use the Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard and
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    audio configuration. Line Rear (black) connector to connect rear speakers in a multichannel audio configuration. Line Side (gray) connector to connect side speakers in an eight-speaker system (7.1). S-video In connector to connect from a set-top box output connector. Setting Up the Computer
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    and function (continued) Composite Video In connector (yellow) to connect to a TV set-top box. Primary left audio input from set-top box connector (white). NOTE: Audio can be recorded by using this Audio In connector, which is connected to the motherboard. Some computers include this primary left
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    audio output (red) connects to a digital audio device with digital output (select models only). Digital Out (orange) connector, which connects to a digital audio device with digital input (such as a home audio receiver/amplifier) or digital speakers (select models only). Setting Up the Computer
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    a Digital Camera (Photo or Video) The following instructions apply only to digital photo cameras and digital video cameras. NOTE: When connecting an analog video camera to the computer, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front or back of the computer. Refer to the documentation that
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    driver software. Insert the driver software CD, click Locate and install driver software, and then follow any onscreen instructions to install the software. If the computer does not recognize the digital photo camera or the digital video the video camera transfer cable from the computer, and plug
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    and Recovery Discs Store all computer user manuals and warranty information in an easy-to-find, safe location. It is a good idea to store the system recovery discs with the documentation. This allows easy access to all important computer documents and files. 10 Advanced Setup Guide (features
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    Settings. 3 If necessary, select the monitor, and then adjust the screen resolution by using the slider under Resolution. 4 Click Apply. 5 Click Yes, if it is present. 6 Click OK. NOTE: You can connect more than one display device (CRT monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, and so on) to the computer
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    shows a home LAN. The desktop computer has a wired connection to a wireless router. The desktop computer also has a printer that it shares with the other computers on the network. Each notebook computer has a wireless connection to the network router. 12 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    with WLAN devices may support one or more of the four IEEE physical layer industry standards: 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11a. Bluetooth devices create a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other Bluetooth-enabled devices such as computers, phones, printers, headsets, speakers, and
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    , or you can use the computer as a wireless client (Station Mode) if you already have a wireless network running. You need an existing wireless LAN with an Internet connection (consult your Internet Service Provider for further information). An external antenna is supplied with the system; you must
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    computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver Connect to a network, and then follow onscreen instructions. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting setting up a network, HP
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    Connecting a Modem For information on connecting to the Internet, see "Connecting to the Internet" in the Getting Started guide. 16 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    include one of three analog sound connector types on the back of the computer: Three connectors Six connectors Audio card The connectors are 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) stereo mini-jacks that connect from the back of the computer to speakers and microphones. Your system may also have a separate Digital Out
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    as noted in the instructions. NOTE: Type 3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card. Sound connector Illustration Three connectors Your computer model may include three sound connectors. You can connect up to a 5.1 audio system to the computer. Six connectors Your
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    of computer systems. Sound connector Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description Line Side (gray) connects to side left and right analog speakers in an eight-speaker system (7.1). Line C/Sub (gold) connects to front center/ subwoofer speakers in a multichannel audio configuration. Line Rear (black) connects
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    " in the Getting Started guide. HP computers support many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. You may set up your computer for two stereo speakers or for multichannel audio speaker systems. Connect your speaker system to the computer, and then configure the
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    speakers. Speaker Configurations You may set up your computer for the following supported configurations: Name 2 (stereo) 2.1 4.1 6/5.1 8/7.1 Home audio system Digital audio Multistreaming audio Speaker system See Left speaker, right speaker. "Connecting 2/2.1 (Two speakers and a subwoofer
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    documentation for your speakers. Your computer supports only an active (powered) speaker system. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. A home audio system does not require active speakers, because the receiver provides amplification. A stereo speaker set is a left-right, two-channel
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    output for your computer model. See "Connecting Speakers or Microphone." Type 3: See "Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager" in the Getting Started guide. Type 6: See "Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager" in the Getting Started guide. Type S (audio card): See "Using the
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    Plug in the speaker system power. 8 Turn on the speaker system. 9 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options" in the Getting Started guide. Type 3: See "Configuring speakers with
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    NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S For type 3-connector systems, the blue Audio Line In connector functions as a Rear Line Out when a multichannel
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    Plug in the speaker system power. 9 Turn on the speaker system. 10 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options" in the Getting Started guide. Type 3: See "Configuring speakers with
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    to the power. 10 Turn on the speaker system. 11 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. Type 6 - multistreaming: See "Configuring multistreaming audio" in the Getting Started guide. Connecting Speakers or Microphone
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    The following diagram shows a typical 7.1 audio installation. Color Description 1 Lime green Front audio input 2 Black Rear audio input 3 Orange Center/subwoofer audio input 4 Gray Side audio input (not shown) 28 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    Y adapter cables 6/5.1 speaker system: Three Y adapter cables 8/7.1 speaker system: Four Y adapter cables Connecting a home stereo system to a computer requires audio cables that are long enough to reach from the computer to the stereo. You also must purchase Y adapter or mini-extension cables. NOTE
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    be different. A B C E C DE Computer to 2.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type 6, or sound card) B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier (audio input jacks) D Subwoofer E Front speakers (left and right) 30 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by
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    configuration. Your system may be different. A B C F E C D G Computer to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type 6, or sound card) B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier (audio input jacks) D Subwoofer E Center speaker F Front speakers (left
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    connect the rear stereo mini-jack end of a Y adapter cable into the Audio Line In (blue) or the Rear Speaker Out (black) connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S Connect Y adapter cables are plugged into. 8 Turn on the computer. 32 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model)
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    output for your computer model. See "Connecting Speakers or Microphone." Type 3: See "Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager" in the Getting Started guide. Type 6: See "Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager" in the Getting Started guide. Type S (audio card): See "Using the
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    into the Audio Line In (light blue) or the Rear Speaker Out (black) connector on the back of your computer. 3 6 S Connect the left and right ends of the Y adapter cable into the rear left (L) and right (R) inputs on the back of the receiver/amplifier. 34 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary
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    Fatality audio card" in the Getting Started guide. Connecting digital audio (Select models only) If you have a audio card and you are connecting your home stereo AV receiver via digital out, connect the 3.5 mm (1/8-inch) stereo plug to the Digital Audio Out connector on the audio card. Connect the
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    the speaker system to the power. 5 Turn on the speaker system. 6 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options" in the Getting Started guide. Audio card with digital output and type
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    Fi sound card. NOTE: For additional information on connecting the speakers, refer to the documentation that came with your speakers. Connecting the speakers Connector Description AD-Link for AD_Link X-Fi I/O Console (the X-Fi console is sold separately) Line Out_3 (orange or yellow) 5.1 audio setup
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    to connect your audio system to the sound card. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Plug in and turn on the speaker system power. After connecting the speaker system to the sound card, follow the steps in "Configuring the FlexiJack connector" in the Getting Started guide to configure the speaker settings in
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    to the DVI connector on the computer graphic card, and then connect the VGA cable to the converter and to the monitor. Using TV Cables The computer includes video and audio cables to connect the television signals. Use the video and audio cables to connect: Video out from the computer to the TV. TV
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    a DVI monitor to an HDMI connector on the computer or connects an HDMI monitor to a DVI connector on the back of the computer. This allows the graphic card driver to transfer HDMI signals to a monitor or a TV display. Composite video cable RCA yellow end. Plugs into an RCA connector such as
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    2 If you are using a set-top box with S-video or composite video output, plug audio cables (not provided) from the set-top box into the Audio In right (red) connector and the Audio In left (white) connector on the back of the computer. If you are using a set-top box, connect the Remote Emitter cable
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    Connecting a dual tuner (Select models only) NOTE: The Television (Electronic) Program Guide is not available in all countries/regions. The computer records television programs and enables you to control the television channels. The computer supports two tuner configurations: TV tuner Single-tuner
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    sensor is a small device that connects to the computer and enables the remote control to work with the Windows Media Center program. 1 If you have a cable TV set-top box, a satellite set-top box, or another set-top box that controls the TV signal, connect the remote control sensor cable (emitter
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    two coaxial cables to the splitter outputs. 3 Connect one of these cables to the input of the VCR, and the other cable to the TV connector on the back of the computer. Existing setup Setting up the computer with a splitter 44 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary by model) A Wall B Cable outlet
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    computer with a splitter A Wall B Cable outlet C Coaxial cable D Set-top box/Satellite In E Set-top box/Satellite Out F VCR In G VCR Out H TV In J Splitter In K Splitter Out L TV In on back of computer M Remote control sensor cable N Remote control sensor Connecting the Television Signal and Video
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    to the S-video-to-composite video adapter cable, and then connect the adapter to the S-video In connector on the back of the computer. 3 If you are using a composite video or S-video cable, you must also connect audio cables (not included) from the satellite box or set-top box to the Audio In right
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    -top box/Satellite Out E S-video or composite cable F VCR In G VCR Out H TV In J Add an S-video or composite cable with adapter K S-video In on back of computer L Remote control sensor cable M Remote control sensor N Set-top box/second output O R-Audio P L-Audio Connecting the Television Signal and
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    one of the output connector sets, and then view the computer desktop image, watch DVD movies, or play games on the TV screen. TV-out connectors are an optional feature. Cables for connecting the computer to a TV To connect the computer to a TV, you need a video cable and an audio cable. The type of
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    the documentation for the TV set. 5 Turn on the computer. Enable the computer desktop for the TV. For more information, see "Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen." Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen The type of video card on the computer determines how the computer selects the TV-out
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    what to do within the Windows Media Center setup, and how to use the Windows Desktop Properties window to adjust the settings for the TV display: NOTE: The type of video card on the computer determines how the computer selects the TV-out option. Some options and menus in this procedure may be
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    must be connected to the computer to change the display settings. To disable the TV-out option: 1 Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and click Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 If necessary, select the TV. 4 Click the Advanced Settings button. 5 Click the tab for the video card. (The
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    S-video connections. Example: A DVD/VHS player to a TV. The remainder of this chapter describes how to connect optional equipment, including the audio connections when applicable. The order follows that of the preceding table. WARNING: Before connecting optional equipment, unplug the power cord
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    HDMI device This is the recommended connection for video and audio. The HDMI cable is sold separately. To connect an HDMI device: 1 Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on the computer. (There are no separate audio inputs for HDMI.) Connector on the Computer 2 Connect the cable to the HDMI
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    end of the converter to the Digital Video connector on the computer, and then connect the DVI cable to the DVI equipment. Or If the computer has a DVI connector, use a DVI video cable, and connect the cable to the computer and to the DVI equipment. 2 Connect the audio cables to the DVI equipment and
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    the left and right Audio connectors. Connect only one video input for each input set. 1 Connect the component video cable to the Component (Y, Pb, Pr) connectors. The example shows two sets of Component connectors that you can use: Input 1 or Input 2. 2 Connect the component audio cable to the left
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    for Input 3. 1 Connect the S-video equipment to the S-video connector (Input 3 in this example): 2 Connect the audio cable connectors to the left and right Audio connectors for Input 3. 3 Connect the cables to the device. 4 Turn on the device, and start play. 5 Plug in the computer. 6 Turn on the
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    setup and Custom setup options. The "Configure tuners, TV signal, and Guide" step is part of the Custom setup. Perform the initial Windows Media Center configuration as follows: 1 Start the computer, and then perform the initial Windows configuration steps. 2 Start Windows Media Center by clicking
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    Guide, and then click Next. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions. After performing . Changing the tuner settings Complete the following procedure to reconfigure the computer if you move it Settings, TV, and then Set Up TV Signal. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions. 58 Advanced Setup Guide (features vary
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    monitor 11 adjusting the screen resolution 49 analog video cable/adapter 40 audio cables 40 audio connector 5 Audio Line Out 5 audio input, left and right connectors 4 B Bluetooth devices 13 C cable modem, using 12 cables audio 40 Component video 52 Composite video 52 connecting computer to TV 48
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    , connecting 10 screen resolution adjusting 49 setting up computer 1 set-top box 46 speaker systems 21 speakers connecting multichannel audio speakers to the computer 17, 19-36 splitter cable, using 41 surge protector 2 S-video cable 40 S-video In connector 4, 5 60 Advanced Setup Guide (features
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    48 TV coaxial cable using 41 TV tuner connecting TV to computer 48 signal source 41 U USB connector 4, 5 using coaxial cable 44 TV cables 39 your TV as a monitor 48 V video cables 39, 40 videos working with home videos 8 W WEP 15 wired network connection 13 wireless devices 13 wireless LAN 14
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