Asus NOVALITE PX24 User manual

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NOVA LITE PX24
User Manual

English
Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may
be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated
into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the
purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK
COMPUTER, INC. (“ASUS”).
Products and corporate names mentioned in this manual may or may not be
registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used
for identification purposes only. All trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are correct
and up to date. However, the manufacturer makes no guarantee regarding the
accuracy of its contents, and reserves the right to make changes without prior
notice.
E3767
Second Edition V2
June 2008

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Contents
Contents.......................................................................................................3
Notices..........................................................................................................5
Safety information.................................................................................... 7
Notes for this manual.............................................................................. 9
Welcome
Package contents....................................................................................10
Knowing your NOVA PX24
Front view..................................................................................................11
Rear view....................................................................................................12
Using the Media Center remote........................................................14
Positioning your NOVA PX24..............................................................17
Using the optical drive..........................................................................18
Inserting an optical disc.................................................................18
Ejecting an optical disc ..................................................................18
Setting up your NOVA PX24
Connecting to a display (HDMI) ........................................................19
Connecting to a display (DVI).............................................................19
Connecting to USB devices.................................................................20
Connecting to a network device.......................................................20
Turning on the system ..........................................................................21
Configuring audio output ...................................................................22
Connecting to analog speakers ..................................................23
Connecting to digital speakers ...................................................24
Using your NOVA PX24
Configuring wireless connection......................................................25
Configuring audio output settings ..................................................27
Analog output...................................................................................27
Digital output ....................................................................................28
Using ASUS Easy Update......................................................................31

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Contents
Using Windows Media Center............................................................32
Starting Windows Media Center.................................................32
TV + Movies........................................................................................32
Music.....................................................................................................33
Pictures + Videos..............................................................................34
Using CyberLink PowerDVD................................................................35
Recovering your system
Using the recovery DVD .......................................................................36
Crashfree BIOS...................................................................................37
Using the hidden partition..................................................................38

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s 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
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 to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to
the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC
regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and
other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology
must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

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Safety information
Your ASUS NOVA PX24 is designed and tested to meet the latest
standards of safety for information technology equipment. However,
to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following
safety instructions.
Setting up your system
• Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you
operate your system.
• Do not use this product near water or a heated source such as a
radiator.
• Set up the system on a stable surface.
• Openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover
these openings. Make sure you leave plenty of space around the
system for ventilation. Never insert objects of any kind into the
ventilation openings.
• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures
between 0˚C and 40˚C.
• If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total ampere
rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed its ampere rating.
Care during use
• Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
• Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system.
• When the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical
current still flows. Always unplug all power, modem, and network
cables from the power outlets before cleaning the system.
• If you encounter the following technical problems with the
product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
• The power cord or plug is damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled into the system.

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• The system does not function properly even if you follow
the operating instructions.
• The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
• The system performance changes.
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the
product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing
button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.
Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
NO DISASSEMBLY
The warranty does not apply to the products that
have been disassembled by users
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Notes for this manual
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of
the following symbols used throughout this manual.
WARNING: Vital information that you MUST follow to prevent
injury to yourself.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
TIP: Tips and useful information that help you complete a task.
NOTE: Additional information for special situations.

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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the ASUS NOVA LITE PX24.The
following illustration displays the package contents of your new
PX24. If any of the below items is damaged or missing, contact your
retailer.
Package contents
NOVA LITE PX24 Remote control
Stand Power cord AC adapter
DVI to D-Sub adapter Mini jack to S/PDIF adapter Support DVD
Quick Guide
Recovery DVD Warranty card Quick guide

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Knowing your NOVA PX24
Front view
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side
of the system.
Slot-in optical drive
The system comes with a slot-in optical disc drive that
allows you to load or eject optical discs easily.
The slot-in optical drive can only hold the standard optical
discs (12cm). Inserting smaller-sized or larger-sized disc would
damage the optical drive.
Optical drive electronic eject (touch-sensitive)
The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button
for unloading the disc.You can also eject the optical
disc through any software player.
Power switch (touch-sensitive)
The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the
system.
Infrared port
The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows
convenient wireless data communication with infrared-
equipped devices or computer.This allows easy
wireless synchronization with PDAs or mobile phones
and even wireless printing to printers.
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Rear view
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side
of the system.
Power input (DC 19V)
The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC
power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this
jack supplies power to the PC.To prevent damage to the PC,
always use the supplied power adapter.
The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Do
not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.
USB port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB
devices such as keyboards, mouse devices, cameras, and
hard disk drives.USB allows many devices to run
simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals
acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs.
HDMI port
The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port
supports a Full-HD device such as an LCD TV or monitor to
allow viewing on a larger external display.
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DVI port
The Digital Visual Interface (DVI) port supports a high
quality VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or
projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. For
D-sub connector-equipped display, use the DVI to D-Sub
adapter in the package when connecting the display.
LAN port
The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet
cable for connection to a local network.
Audio In (S/PDIF IN) jack
Plug a 3.5mm mini-jack audio cable into this jack for analog
or digital audio transfer.
Headphone/Audio Out (S/PDIF OUT) jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the
system’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or
headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the
built-in speakers.
Microphone jack
The microphone jack is designed to connect the
microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations,
or simple audio recordings.
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Using the Media Center remote
Use the remote to launch the Media Center program to watch TV,
record TV programs, play video recordings or other media files such
as music and movies.
Refer to the next page to familiarize yourself with the functions of
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Power: Press to turn off the power of the screen and the
speakers.
Pause: Press to pause a playback.
Stop: Press to stop playing a media file.
Play: Press to play a media file.
Fast-foward: Press to fast-forward a media file.
Next track: Press to go to the next track.
Windows® Media Center: Press to launch the Media Center
program or go back to the main menu.
Information: Press to display program information under Media
Center or other menu options.
OK: Press to confirm an action.
Channel up/down: Press to change TV channels.*
Live TV button: Press to watch live TV programs.*
DVD button: Press to switch to DVD source.
Enter: Press to confirm a selection.
Teletext buttons: Available on European models only.
Shift:Toggles between numerical and alphabetical input.
Clear: Press to clear input information.
Numeric buttons: Press to enter a channel number.
Recorded TV: Press to display a list of your recorded TV
programs.*
EPG (Electronic Program Guide): Press to display the
electronic program guide screen.*
Volume up/down: Press to increase/decrease the volume.
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Mute: Press to disable audio output.
Four-way navigation buttons: Press to scroll through
on-screen display menus.
Return: Press to return to the previous page.
Previous track: Press to go back to the previous track.
Rewind: Press to rewind a media file.
Record: Press to start recording TV.*
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*The system does not come with a built-in TV tuner card.To use
the TV function, purchase an external TV box.

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Positioning your NOVA PX24
CORRECT
CORRECT
INCORRECT
Use the support stand if you want to stack up your PX24. Stacking
up the system without the support stand will hamper the
ventilation and damage the system.
*Note the correct
orientation.
Insulating paint is applied to the top cover of the system to
prevent electrostatic discharge.

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Using the optical drive
Inserting an optical disc
1. Place the disc to the slot-in optical drive with the label side
facing up.
2. Slide the disc into the drive.
Ejecting an optical disc
1. While the system power is on, press the eject button.
2. Remove the disc from the opening.

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Setting up your NOVA PX24
You need to connect peripherals before using your NOVA PX24.
Connecting to a display (HDMI)
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the display ( 1) and the other
end to the HDMI port on the system rear panel ( 2).
If your display comes
with a D-Sub port,
use the DVI to D-Sub
adapter in the package
when connecting the
display.
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Connecting to a display (DVI)
Connect one end of a DVI cable to the display ( 1) and the other end
to the DVI port on the system rear panel ( 2).
The package
contents does not
include an HDMI
cable. Use the cable
that comes with
your display.
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Connecting to USB devices
Connect USB devices like keyboards, mouse devices, and printers to
the USB ports on the system rear panel.
The package contents does not include USB keyboard and mouse.
Purchase USB peripherals based on your needs.
Connecting to a network device
Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system
rear panel and the other end to a hub or switch.
Network cable with RJ-45 connectors
Network hub or switch