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General| CPU | Intel Pentium 4 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel 845 |
| Memory Type | DDR SDRAM |
| Audio | Integrated |
| Operating System | Windows XP |
| Network | Ethernet |
Overview of the PC's capabilities and input devices like remote and keyboard.
Considerations before setting up your Media Center PC, including location and connections.
Identifying necessary connection points like video source and internet connection.
Detailed steps for physically connecting the PC, modem, audio/video, and IR control cable.
Instructions for connecting external audio and video sources via S-Video or coaxial.
How to connect and position the IR control cable for set-top box control.
Steps for pairing the wireless keyboard and mouse with the Media Center PC.
Guide to completing Windows XP setup and the Media Center setup wizard.
Introduction to connecting external devices to enhance Media Center functionality.
Instructions on how to connect the Media Center PC to a TV for display.
Guidance on connecting the PC to external audio systems for better sound.
An introduction to the Media Center PC, its features, and how to use it.
An overview of the Media Center PC's physical components and layout.
Description of the components and indicators located on the front panel.
Details on ports, card readers, and buttons found on the left side.
Description of the right side components, including drive and audio jacks.
Identification of controls and ports located on the top surface of the PC.
Explanation of the various connectors and ports on the rear of the PC.
Methods for launching the Windows XP Media Center software.
Navigating the Windows XP Media Center interface and switching to the desktop.
Description of the remote control's buttons and their functions.
Explanation of the wireless keyboard's keys and their uses.
How to watch live TV and navigate channels using the remote.
Controlling playback of buffered or recorded TV programs.
How to navigate the TV program guide to find and select shows.
Steps to manually refresh TV program information if automatic updates fail.
Instructions on how to record live TV programs and schedule series recordings.
Managing, sorting, and playing back previously recorded TV programs.
Customizing TV recorder, guide, signal, display, and audio settings.
How to copy recorded TV programs to a DVD using Sonic PrimeTime.
Introduction to the My Music feature and supported audio file types.
Steps to add music files from your PC to the Windows Media Player library.
How to rip music from CDs and add them to the Media Library.
How to play music CDs, albums, shuffle tracks, and playlists.
Options for viewing song details, track lists, and managing music playback.
Introduction to viewing digital photos and supported image file types.
Steps for organizing digital photos into folders for easy access.
How to browse and display digital images and photo folders.
Accessing detailed information about individual pictures and slideshows.
Combining music playback with photo slideshows for an enhanced experience.
Introduction to the My Videos feature and supported digital video file types.
Steps for organizing digital video files into folders for better management.
How to browse and play digital video files and manage video folders.
Accessing detailed information about videos and changing display aspect ratios.
Instructions on how to insert and watch DVD movies on the Media Center.
Navigating DVD menus to select language, subtitles, and other options.
How to listen to FM and Internet radio stations.
Scanning for and tuning to available FM radio stations using the Seek function.
Manually tuning to specific FM radio frequencies using the Tune function.
Starting playback of FM radio stations or preset stations.
Accessing and playing online radio stations via web links.
Controlling playback of buffered radio programs using the remote.
Customizing FM radio presets, removing stations, and sorting the list.
Connecting and configuring external video devices like game boxes or VCRs.
Adjusting various system-wide settings within the Media Center interface.
Accessing and launching additional programs and games available on the Media Center.
Discovering new features, tips, and tricks for the Media Center PC.
Finding additional help, documentation, and system updates.
Essential guidelines for safe operation, setup, and care of the Gateway system.
Information regarding FCC and Industry Canada compliance for wireless devices.
Guidance on grounding television antenna systems for surge and lightning protection.
Safety information pertaining to the Class 1 laser device in CD/DVD drives.
Details about copyright protection technology used in DVD playback.
Disclosure regarding chemicals, including lead, present in the product.
Copyright, trademark acknowledgments, and legal disclaimers.
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