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Microsoft and Windows XP are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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General Safety Information
• Do not place heavy objects such as books or bags on the unit.
• Avoid placing objects with strong magnets built in too close to
the unit. If you suspect stereo speakers may interfere with the
unit, try moving the speakers away from the unit.
• Avoid using the system in direct sunlight, or near a heating
device.
• To prevent the unit from overheating, do not cover the air
ventilation openings on the top, sides, or the rear.
• Do not open the unit case. Do not attempt to service the HA91
yourself. For servicing, contact qualified service personnel.
• Do not place the unit on an unstable surface, cart, or stand.
• Avoid exposing the HA91 to moisture or excessive humidity.
• Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the unit case.
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Power Safety
• Only use the supplied power cord.
• Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in
the way of foot traffic.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a
prolonged period.
• Before connecting power to the HA91, make sure the power source is within the range
of AC 100~240V, 50~60 Hz.
HDD Partition:
It is strongly recommend not to partitioning the hard disk.
Manual Styles
The following styles are used in this manual to alert you to important information.
Note Style
Provides additional information on the topic at hand.
Provides information that should not be overlooked.
Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit or cause personal
injury.
Provides helpful information on the topic at hand.
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CONTENTS
Chapter One Getting Started
1.1 Packing Checklist.................................................................................. 1
1.2 Views of HA91........................................................................................ 2
1.3 Remote Control Functions ................................................................... 9
1.4 Keyboard Functions.............................................................................. 11
1.5 Remote Control and Keyboard Operating Range........................... 13
Chapter Two Making Connections
2.1 Connecting Input Devices ...................................................................14
2.2 Connecting a Monitor...........................................................................15
2.3 Connecting Speaker or an Amplifier...................................................16
2.4 Setting up a 5.1 Audio Environment ....................................................17
2.5 Connecting a TV Antenna....................................................................18
2.6 Connecting to a LAN ............................................................................19
2.7 Connecting the Power Cable..............................................................20
Appendix A Specification...........................................................................21
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1.1 Packing Checklist
Carefully unpack the HA91 and check that besides this User Manual the following items
are included:
TV quick connector
For NTSC model only
HA91
Power cord & Adapter
Two AA for RF
keyboard &
Remote control
Recovery CD
two AA for remote
controller (MCE)
Cable
RF keyboard
Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the
unit does not work.
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1.2 Features at a Glance
►Front View
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Item
Description
1. Power
Push the Power Button to turn the HA91 on.
Connect IEEE1394-enabled devices.
Connect USB-enabled devices.
Connector for S-Video in.
2. IEEE 1394 (4-pin)
3. USB 2.0
4. S-Video In
5. Composite Video In
Connector for Video in.
6. Composite Audio In (L)
7. Composite Audio In (R)
8. VFD
Connector for Audio in (Left Channel).
Connector for Audio in (Right Channel).
VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display).
DVD-Multi Recoder.
9. DVD Super Multi
10. Card Reader
11. DVD Eject
6-in-1 card reader.
Push to enject a disc from the DVD drive.
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►Rear View
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12
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1
2 3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Item
1. Power
Description
Connect the power cord DC Jack here.
Connect a microphone here.
2. MIC-In
3. LINE-Out
4. LINE-In
Connect to speakers or an amplifier.
Stereo audio input port.
5. SPDIF
Digital audio output connector.
6. RGB Out
7. USB (x2)
8. IEEE1394 (6-pin)
9. LAN
Connected to flat screen.
Connect USB-enabled devices here.
Connect IEEE1394-enabled devices here.
Connect to an RJ-45 connector (Ethernet cable).
Connect to digital monitor.
10. DVI Port
11. S-Video Port
12. CATV
Connect to a television or display device with S-Video input.
Cable-TV input.
13. Video/ Audio in
Connector for Video/Audio in.
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►VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) Messages
The LED display on the front of the HA91 displays status information. As well as disc
information, the following messages display in the LED display:
1
2
3
4
Not used.
Item
Description
1
2
3
4
Displays the volume level.
Displays the volume level.
Displays the current mode.
Display time information, media play time, and mode status.
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►Normal Windows Mode (Media Center Applications are not run) / Sleep Mode
Status:
1. The system is turn on in normal Windows mode. Media Center applications are not
run.
2. System is sleeping.
Description:
1. Time is shown. The clock control by VFD MCU.
2. Volumes of audio in left and right are shown.
3. Run Disk is stop.
►Start to run Media Center Applications / On Meida Center Home Frame
Status:
1. Press “Start” button to run Media Center applications and the system is in Media
Center Home frame.
2. User can use ▲ and ▼ to choose the wanted multi-media in MCE.
Description:
1. No display information shown.
2. Run Disk is stop.
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►My Video Mode
Status:
When “My Videos” is selected, the screen is on video frame and stop mode.
Description:
1. “VIDEO” is shown
2. Run Disk is stop till the media is played.
►My Picture Mode
Status:
On “My Pictures” frame and stop mode.
Description:
1. “PICTURE” is shown.
2. Run Disk is stop.
* Run Disk can be rotating when the previous selected media is keep playing.
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►My Music Mode
Status:
On “My Music” frame and stop mode.
Description:
1. “MUSIC” is shown.
2. Run Disk is stop till the media is played.
►TV Mode
Status: On “My TV” frame and stop mode.
Description:
1. “TV” is shown.
2. Run Disk is stop till the media is played.
Status: On TV frame and go to live TV.
Description:
1. It will show the channel number once press the button of “CH_PG”.
2. Run Disk is running.
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Status: On TV frame and go to record TV.
Description:
1. “REC SHOW” is shown.
►Music / DVD / Video / Play Mode
Status: On music, DVD, video frame and play mode
Description:
1. When playing the music, it will show the track time on Music frame or Home frame.
2. Run Disk is running.
3. If you go to “My Pictures” on picture frame, then “PICTURE” is shown on the
display.
►CD Burning Progress
Status: CD burning progress….
Description:
1. When the dot-block is full, means the CD burring progress is complete.
2. This example shown is 100% in the last 2 dot-block.
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1.3 Remote Control Functions
REW
FWD
REPLAY
SKIP
BACK
MORE
Item
Function
Power on/off
Stop
START
MUTE
CH
PG
VOL
Recording Button
Play
RECORDED
TV
DVD
MENU
GUIDE
LIVE TV
Pause
Fast Rewind
Fast Forward
Previous Track
Next Track
Back
CLEAR
ENTER
More Information
Direction Keys: Up/ Down
Enter Key: OK
Direction Keys: Left/ Right
Next Channel (TV)
Previous Channel (TV)
“START” Menu
Mute
Volume Up
VOL
VOL
Volume Down
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►Inserting the Remote Control Batteries
The battery compartment is on the underside of the remote control. Remove the
batteries when not using the HA91 for a longer period.
1. Pull the latch upward and open the battery
compartment cover.
2. Insert 2 AA batteries taking note of the correct polarity
(+/-).
3. Close the cover.
1. Only use AA batteries.
2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations.
3. Remove the batteries when not using the HA91 for prolonged periods.
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1.4 Keyboard Function
Left Button
Right Button
Shortcut Buttons
Trackball
►Using the trackball and buttons
The trackball and buttons have the same functions as a PC mouse. Roll the trackball
to move the cursor on the screen, use the left and right buttons as you do a standard
mouse.
►Shortcut Buttons
In addition to the normal keys found on standard keyboards, the HA91 keyboard
features a number of shortcut buttons, whose functions are outlined below.
Button
Power
AV
Function
Power button.
MCE/PCM start up.
Back to PC screen.
Internet.
PC
IE
E-MAIL
Shortcut button to your e-mail manager.
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►Inserting the Keyboard Batteries
The battery compartment is on the underside of the keyboard. Remove the batteries
when not using the HA91 for a longer period.
1. Lift as shown to remove the cover.
2. Insert two AA batteries taking note of the
correct polarity (+/-).
3. Replace the cover.
1. Only use AA batteries.
2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations.
3. Remove the batteries when not using the HA91 for prolonged periods.
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►Set Up for Linkage
1. Remove the cover and check if the batteries have been installed. (You can follow
instructions on P.12 Inserting the Keyboard Batteries).
2. Press connect button on the front panel. After pressing the button, its indicator will
light (slowly) and waiting for the match signal from RF Keyboard.
Press this button
LED is bricking slowly
3. Then press this learning button on RF Keyboard to let receiver recognize signal. As
soon as the linkage is completed, the indicator turns to quick flash.
Press this button
1.5 Remote Control and Keyboard Operating
Range
The remote control uses infrared transmission to control the HA91. It is not necessary
to point the remote directly at the HA91. Provided you are facing the HA91, the remote
will function well within a radius of about 3 meters (10 feet) and 30 degrees above or
below the HA91 level. If the HA91 does not respond to the remote control, move a little
closer or replace the batteries.
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2.1 Connecting Input Devices
Many of the connectors on the HA91 support the connection of more than one kind of
device. For example, USB printers, keyboards, or scanners can be connected to any of
the USB ports.
USB
Compliant device
Memory Cards
1394
Compliant device
MIC-In
Monitor
1394
Compliant
device
LCD TV
SPDIF
Audio-Out
LAN
TV
USB
Compliant device
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2.2 Connecting a Monitor/ Flat Display
Check the connectors on your monitor; many monitors have both a VGA (analog)
connector and a DVD-I (digital) connector. If the monitor has both connectors, use the
DVI-I connection as digital provides a better quality signal.
The following directions refer to connecting a VGA:
1. Connect the cable to the VGA connector on the HA91. Tighten the securing screws.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to corresponding connector on the monitor and
tighten the securing screws.
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2.3 Connecting Speakers or an Amplifier
There are many options for connecting amplifiers using both analog and digital
connections.
Analog connections are made using the line-out connector. Digital connections are
made using the SPDIF connector.
SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital InterFace) is an interface for transferring digital
audio between devices such as CD and DVD players and amplifiers. Use
this connection if available on your amplifier.
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2.4 Setting up a 5.1 Audio Environment
The 5.1 channel audio environment is a digital audio playback system for
home theater. It includes five channels (left, right, center, rear/surround left
and right) plus a subwoofer channel.
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2.5 Connecting a TV Antenna
Before you can watch TV you must connect an antenna or a CATV cable to the HA91.
1. Connect your VHF/UHF (antenna) or CATV cable to the ANT connector on the HA91.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the antenna or CATV socket.
After connecting the antenna you need to scan for channels.
For convenient connection and disconnection use the provided TV quick
connector cable.
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2.6 Connecting to a LAN
To go online and send or receive email you must have an Internet connection.
If you have an existing ADSL account, connect the RJ-45 cable from your ADSL to the
LAN connector on the HA91.
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2.7 Connecting the Power Cable
Refer to the following to connect the power cable.
1. Connect the power cable to the power connector on the HA91.
2. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Board
CPU
GA-8I865SC
PSC Celeron 2.8GHz ( Celeron D 335 )
512MB
DRAM
HDD
160G or greater
Dimensions
Power Rating
Chipset
438.2 (W) x 325.8 (D) x 60.8 (H) mm
180W Adaptor (100-240V; 50/ 60 Hz)
865G/ ICH5 / RTL655 / RTL8100C
SPDIF/ Front USB 2-Port (2x5) / Front 1394 1 Port/ Front A/V
/ IrDA/ Card reader
Front I/O
Peripherals
Optical device/ FDD/ Keyboard/ Mouse
Riser card/ ADD card/ Tuner card/ FIO board/ Card Reader/
VFD module
Add-on Cards
Operating System
A/P
Window 98/ 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XPO/ MCE
GBT driver disk
Rear I/O
USB/ D-sub/DVI/ TV-out/ Audio / LAN (RJ45)/ SPDIF/ 1394
Windows Logo/ EMI/Safety
Certification
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