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3. Copyright Dec 2006 This publication including all photographs illustrations and software is protected under international copyright laws with all rights reserved Neither this manual nor any of the material contained herein may be reproduced without written consent of Giga byte Technology Co Ltd The information in this document is subject to change without notice The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes Trademark Recognition Gigabyte and Giga byte are trademarks of Giga byte Technology Co Ltd Microsoft and Windows XP are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation All other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged joins c i xz aM MOnato NR Mmmm iii Package Contents dM V Chapter 1 System Introduction uad pM UU Tu 1 ta Rear ci etm UU me 2 1 3 VFD Vacuum Fluorescent Display Message 3 Using Windows XP Media Center Edition sesssssess 3 Using Windows Vista Media Center
4. LTD Address No 6 Bau Chiang Road Hsin Tien Taipei 231 Taiwan TEL 886 2 8912 4888 FAX 886 2 8912 4004 WEB Address English http www gigabyte com tw WEB Address Traditional Chinese http www gigabyte tw H971 RH User s Manual Page 24
5. UE Md B mue TV Movies GIGABYTE Figure 5 The Vista Media Center Music menu digital music H971 RH User s Manual Page 10 albums gt The Best of Beethoven Ludwig van Beethoven ltrack 5 56 1997 I 2 Vol uil C Vo ul ll Q Vol ul nil q Vo anil 3 Vol ul Music Libriay helps to orgnaize Windows Media Center menu in Windows Vista provides a better way to organize and listen to your music You can access all your digital musice by using the remote control or keyboard When play individual songs entire albums or your favorite playlists My Music and track time are shown on the panel e Play Music Picture Video e If Picture Library is selected see Figure 6 My Pictures is shown E H971 RH User s Manual Page 11 folders Public Pictures Sample Pictures 11 2 2006 15 items Figure 6 The Vista Media Center Picture Library e If Video Library is selected see Figure 7 My Video is shown lt folders gt Public Videos Sample Videos 11 2 2006 3 items Fi
6. It is necessary to point the remote directly at the H971 RH Provided you are facing the H971 RH the remote will function well within a radius of about 3 meters 10 feet and 30 degrees above or below the H971 RH level If the H971 RH does not response to the remote control move a little closer or replace the batteries The keyboard uses RF to control so it is not necessary to point the keyboard directly at H971 RH Provided you are facing the H971 RH the keyboard will function well within a radius of about 10 meters without interference H971 RH User s Manual Page 18 d Power Up Press the system power button to turn H971 RH on When you turn H971 RH on WELCOME is shown on the VFD see diagram below If your RF keyboard linkage has not been set please follow the steps shown below 1 Check if the batteries have been installed 2 Press connect button on the front Then press the learning button on the back of the keyboard to let receiver recognize signal Please refer to Page18 3 Please check keyboard operating within a radius of about 10 meters without interference E H971 RH User s Manual Page 19 gt Support CD Information The Support CD that came with H971 RH contains useful software and utility driver that enhance the features The contents of the CD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the GIGABYTE Website fo
7. Space limitation 195 L x120 W x20 H mm eg GV NX73T256P RH 6 PCI E 1X Expansion Slot Cover Remove this cover to install PCI E 1X Card eg TV capture card 7 VGA Port 8 S PDIF Optical Toslink 9 S PDIF Coaxial Connect to a display device e g external monitor LCD projector Digital audio output connector Digital audio output connector 10 USB Port Connect USB enabled devices 11 IEEE 1394 Port 6 pin 12 Power Jack 13 LAN Port Connect IEEE 1394 enabled devices Connect power cord AC Jack here Connect to an RJ 45 connector Ethernet cable 14 Power Supply Unit Fan Provide ventilation inside the power supply unit H971 RH User s Manual Page 2 VFD Vacuum Fluorescent Display Message lt The H971 RH display different system information depending on the system mode When H971 RH is turn on in normal Windows mode WELCOME is shown Media play mode status DVD VCD gt II 44 gt gt mute and recording is shown on the left side Volume level and radio signal are shown on the right side Using Windows XP Media Center Edition e f the system is turn on in Normal Mode Media Center Applications are not run or in the sleep mode the screen will display time and volumes of the audio e f the system is in the Media Center Home frame see Figure 1
8. the screen will display date and time My Videos My Pictures My TV My Music Monday August 11 12 25 PM More Programs Figure 1 The Media Center Start menu SE H971 RH User s Manual Page 3 My Video Mode e f My Video is selected see Figure 2 My Videos and volumes of audio are shown MY VIDEOS Sort by name e ki Sort by date My Videos Cinemanow Creativity Fur My Videos E E Other media LI p adit Dave and Deb Dave and Det ye A t 02 27 coustic 3 e Play Video Premiere Pro u Dave and Det Winter Fun P mg Windows Mov Figure 2 The Media Center My Video menu H971 RH User s Manual Page4 My Picture Mode e If My Pictures is selected see Figure 3 My Pictures is shown OVERLOOKING RIO SAMPLE PICTURES anuary 14 2004 Play Slide Show Sort by Name Sort by Date Create CD DVD ven p x Overlooking Ri Figure 3 The Media Center My Pictuers menu e You can watch pictures in a slide show and play music using Windows Media Center When the music starts the screen will display PLAY and the track time My Music Mode e If My Music i
9. if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacture Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions WEEE Consumer Notice The GIGABYTE product you have purchased is subject to Directive 2002 96 EC of the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE and in jurisdictions adopting that Directive is marked as being put on the market after August 13 2005 and should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste Please utilize your local WEEE collection facilities in the disposition of this product and otherwise observe all applicable requirements H971 RH User s Manual Page iv Package Contents Carefullly unpack the H971 RH and check the following items are included Remote Control Option USER S MANUAL eer 8 aa Utility Driver CD amp Windows Vista Recovery CD Option Installation Disk User s Manual IR Cable for Component Video Set Top Box Option Extension Box Option HDMI cable Option Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing appear damaged or if the unit does not work H971 RH User s Manual Pagev Front Panel GIGABYTE bam Item Description 1 Card Slot Activity W R LED Lights up when a storage card was placed in the slot RF Reciver Switch RF Keyboard
10. learning button Stop Eject Button 2 Card Reader 7 in 1 card reader 3 IEEE 1394 Port 4 pin Connect IEEE 1394 enabled devices 4 MIC In Connect a microphone here 5 Line Out Connect to spakers or an amplifier with stereo mini plug 6 USB Port Connect USB enabled devices T 8 Push to eject a disc from the DVD drive 9 Front Function Buttons Function buttons and Arrow buttons help to navigate in the MCE menu 10 Optical Drive 11 Status LED Indicator This is a Super Multi DVD RF Keyboard LED status indicator 12 VFD VFD Vacuum Fluorescent Display 13 IR Window 14 Status LED Indicator 15 Power Button E H971 RH User s Manual Page 1 Interfaces with infrared devices for MCE RC only These LEDs indicates the status of hard disk activity and LAN activity Push this power button to turn the H971 RH on gt Rear Panel I 02000 Item Description 1 eSATA Connect an external eSATA device This IR blaster can be taught the remote control codes 2 IR Blaster for anyset top box and provides control of a wide range 3 SCART Optional 4 7 1 Channels Audio Jack RCA of other PC applications 21 pins connector for connecting audio visual equipment together For EU market only Integrated with 7 1 High Definition Audio support 5 PCI E 16X Expansion Slot Cover Remove this cover to install PCI E 16 Card eg VGA card
11. on in Normal Mode Media Center Applications are not run or in the sleep mode the screen will display time and volumes of the audio e f the system is in the Media Center Home frame see Figure 1 the screen will display date and time 10 15 AM E Music TV Movies u recorded tv play dvd Uu 2e b Online Media Figure 1 The Vista Media Center Start menu TV Movies e When you watch Live TV Channel PLAY and the track time are shown When you record TV program Channel REC and track time are shown H971 RH User s Manual Page8 Chapter System Introduction lt date recorded gt NE er Figure 2 The Vista Media Center Sample Move cip TV Movies menu Access to your ds Recorded TV Programs Use remote or keyboard to choose from the list of recorded TV programs Figure 3 The TV Programs are always recorded onto hard drive so at any time you can control live TV by using the Pause Play FWD and REW buttons on the remote Music TV Movies recorded tv play dvd Online Media Figure 4 Play movies from DVDs and Video CDs H971 RH User s Manual Page 9 Chapter System Introduction e Play DVD e Next Previous DVD VCD gt Il gt gt QOREC DVD VCD 4 ll gt gt OREC e Forward Backward Music Pictures Videos Music music library play all
12. the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult a dealer or experienced TV radio technician for help Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits Neither the Dealer nor the Manufacturer are responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment p H971 RH User s Manual Page ii Safety Informations We recommend that you read this section carefully before using the H971 RH These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years safe use of the H971 RH Keep this manual for future reference Warning Symbols on the H971 RH Case Be sure to read the power rating label on the bottom of SS the H971 RH before operation Caution Before connecting power to the H971 RH make sure the power source is within the range of AC 100 240V 50 60 Hz Do not attempt to service the H971 RH yourself If the unit gets wet or you think itis W os damaged have the unit serviced Do not open the unit case fo
13. H User s Manual Page 16 gt Inserting Remote Control and Keyboard Batteries The battery compartment is on the back of the underside of the remote control Please remove the batteries when not using for a longer period 1 Pull and open the battery compartment cover 2 Insert 2 AA batteries taking note of the correct polarity 3 Close the cover The battery compartment is on the underside of the keyboard Please remove the batteries when not using for a longer period 1 Pull upward to remove the cover 2 Insert 2 AA batteries taking note of the correct polarity 3 Close the cover Made in Ch Input Rating 3 V The Window mark of Macrosof Cerponac BCN SIN 603253110 H971 RH User s Manual Page 17 Set Up Keyboard Linkage 1 Check if keyboard batteries have been installed Please follow instructions on P 17 to insert batteries 2 Open the stealth cover Press connect button After pressing the button its indicator will light slowly and waiting for the match signal from the RF Keyboard CF MD MS SM SD MMC XD E OO em Tem GIGABYTE ETT Open the stealth cover Press this button LED is bricking slowly 3 Open the battery compartment 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 168 Remote Control and Keyboard Operating Range
14. d 1 Check the video cable connections 2 Check the TV system of disc matches that of your TV set NTSC PAL 3 Have the H971 RH serviced H971 RH User s Manual Page 22 Se CPU Pentium D 820 830 920 930 950 Core 2 Duo E4200 E6300 E6400 E6600 E6700 option DRAM DDRII 512 MB up to 2GB option SATAI SATAII 160GB or 250GB above option Dimensions 438 2 W x 325 8 D x 60 8 H m Power Rating 300W AC 100 240V 47 63 Hz Chipset G965 ICH8DH ALC 888 RealTEK Intel Gigabit 82566DC Front l O USB 2 0 Port x2 IEEE 1394 Port 4 pin Card Reader IrDA Audio Jack Peripherals MCE Remote Control option RF Keyboard Trackball option Riser Card ADD card option Tuner card option Add on Cards FIO board PCI E16X VGA Card option Card Reader VFD module Pen Windows XP MCE Windows Vista Home Premium option System AR GBT driver disk Application Software Disk option USB 2 0 Port x4 HDMI option Video Out option 7 1 Channels Audio RCA Jack e SATA VGA Port SPDIF Coaxial Port IEEE 1394 Port 6 pin Gigabit LAN Port Certification Windows Logo EMI Safety Windows Vista Capable Logo Intel VIIV Logo Rear I O SE H9Y71 RH User s Manual Page 23 In order to serve you better we have reorganized our Technical Support Zone Please Visit our web site GIGABYTE Technical Service Zone for further technical support Taiwan Headquarters GIGA BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO
15. gure 7 The Vista Media Center Video Library e Play Video H971 RH User s Manual Page 12 nn Power on off Stop Recording button evo Play Pause Fast rewind amp Fast forward 4 Previous track 61 Next track Back More information Direction buttons Up Down Direction buttons Left Right Enter button OK 9 809 oof 2 e ece Ai S A CO Next e Previous TV Channel D Volume up o Volume down Active MCE Mute button Recording TV program Opens TV program guide Shortcut to full screen view of live TV Open Play DVD main page in MCE Enter alphanumerical letters o 988 eo O e m 2 7 Clear input O ra m aA Confirm input H971 RH User s Manual Page 13 Power on off Stop Recording button Play Pause Fast rewind amp Fast forward 9 Previous track 61 Next track Back More information Direction buttons Up Down e GO 9 9 6 e gt gt ox o Enter button OK Direction buttons Left Right C og 2 BO CD Next Previous TV Channel Active MCE D Volume up G Volume down Mute button oe RECORDED Recording TV program a Q g m Q E lt m 4 lt J z 3 MENU Opens TV program guide Shortcut to f
16. r any reason Gernal 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 H971 RH yourself For servicing contact qualified service personnel H971 RH User s Manual Page iii Do not place the unit on an unstable surface cart or stand Avoid exposing the H971 RH to moisture or excessive humidity Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the unit case e f an outside antenna or cable system is to be connected to your AV PC make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERY ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS Change Battery on the Motherboard 1 Turn off Computer and unplug the power cord 2 Gently take out the old battery 3 Re install the new battery 4 Plug the power cord in and turn on the computer Danger of explosion
17. r updates It is best to install the needed device drivers for using the built in devices of your H971 RH Before installing the drivers check with your dealer first if they have already installed all the drivers If not follow the procedures below 1 You can find one bundled driver CD shown as follow H971 H971 RH Ve Utility Driver CD 2 Put the CD into the optical drive Please install the application step by step H971 RH User s Manual Page 20 Se gt Cleaning H971 RH Cleaning the H971 RH Refer to the following to clean the H971 RH case 1 Wipe off dust with a clean dampened cloth 2 Moisten the cloth with warm water and wring the cloth out well then wipe the case Warning 1 Be sure to turn off and unplug the H971 RH at least an hour before cleaning 2 If a little water gets into the H971 RH interior while cleaning leave un plugged in a well ventilated room for several hours before using 3 To prevent discoloration or fading of the case do not use any chemical or abrasive alcohol based cleaners gt Troubleshooting lt Common Problems and Solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the H971 RH If the problem remains unsolved contact your dealer for assistance Check the following before proceeding to the problem specific solutions Use some other electrical device to confirm that the electrical outlet is working Ensure the H971 RH is turned on
18. s selected see Figure 4 My Music is shown on the panel E H971 RH User s Manual Page 5 MY MUSIC Albums Artists Playlists Songs Genres Search Figure 4 The Media Center My Music menu When play individual songs entire aloums or your favorite playlists My Music and track time are shown on the panel e Play Music H971 RH User s Manual Page6 Chapter System Introduction My TV Mode e When My TV is selected see Figure 5 My TV is shown ull T Fs un S Recorded TV no scheduled recordings Add Recording Figure 5 The Media Center My TV menu e When you watch Live TV PLAY and the track time are shown Figure 6 My TV always records what you ve been watching onto hard drive so at any time you can control live TV by using the Pause Play FWD and REW buttons on the remote H971 RH User s Manual Page 7 Using Windows Vista Window Media Center The H971 RH display different system information depending on the system mode When H971 RH is turn on in normal Windows mode WELCOME is shown Media play mode status DVD VCD gt II 44 Pb mute and recording is shown on the left side Volume level and radio signal are shown on the right side Using Windows Vista Media Center e If the system is turn
19. talled and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits Neither the provider nor the manufacturer are responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct
20. ull screen view of live TV Open Play DVD main page in MCE Enter alphanumerical letters Clear input Confirm input H971 RH User s Manual Page 14 Keyboard Functions Option TITTET 3 n 4E 0 JM eh gar M M 18 25 MN M 6h oum iac s o gt LEM Ma ESRI may M T on E i3 cM Du K GI BA EX uw ok n AC 18 MD UM M MOM M M M M MM ie BA FS FB Kt E M MM MM 18 8 z M M BE NA Ma eh SR Pe OD BO E AN SR B 97 M 94 mar B m 1 Left Button Function likes the left mouse button 2 Right Button Function likes the right mouse button 3 Trackball Control the position of cursor 1 Left Button Function likes the left mouse button 2 Right Button Function likes the right mouse button 3 Shortcut Buttons Power button 1 MCE PCM start up frk Back to PC screen Internet E mail button v 4 Trackball Control the position of cursor E 4 H971 RH User s Manual Page 15 Connecting External Devices To the front panel GIGABYTE ime m d p ap ES m 1 ae hes 1394 Compliant Devices Mic Headphone USB Compliant Devices To the rear panel External e SATA Devices 1394 Compliant Devices LAN LS a lt V WEG Om OKK 9 C RN eseo gay 606 0 aeps eS A EG Fw E a aon eee Ge e pride o 1 8 A Set top Box Home Theatre 7 1 Channel VGA Monitor Audio Devices USB Compliant Devices H971 R
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