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Getting to Know the Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005
Starting the Media Center
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3 Install batteries in the remote control. (For an illustration
of the set-up described above, see page 172.)
4 Run the Media Center Setup wizard (see “Starting the
Media Center” on page 173). The wizard will walk you
through the setup process to configure your TV signal.
Starting the Media Center
To start the Media Center:
❖ Point the remote at the computer’s infrared sensor and
press the remote control’s Start button. You can also
click Start, and then click Media Center.
Media Center opens in full screen mode.
The first time you open Media Center, the program displays a
setup wizard. You will use the wizard to test your remote
control and configure your Internet connection, TV signal,
Television Program Guide, and speakers.
To complete the setup procedure you need to:
Log on as an administrator. For more information, refer
to your Microsoft Help.
Have an Internet connection to download your television
service provider’s 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 Help.
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