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Table of Contents
Getting Started................................................... 1
Introduction ........................................................................................... 1
Important Safety Information ............................................................... 1
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice (U.S. Only)........ 3
Smart Media Console Package Contents......... 5
Introduction ........................................................................................... 5
Optional Cables/Cable Accessories Included ..................................... 5
Optional Cables/Cable Accessories Not Included............................... 6
Remote Control .................................................. 9
Introduction ........................................................................................... 9
Installing the Remote Control Batteries............................................... 9
Remote Control Buttons......................................................................10
Wireless Keyboard ........................................... 13
Introduction .........................................................................................13
Installing the Wireless Keyboard Receiver ........................................13
Installing the Keyboard Batteries.......................................................14
Wireless Keyboard Buttons.................................................................14
Functions/Connections Overview ................... 17
Introduction ......................................................................................... 17
Front Panel........................................................................................... 17
FireWire/USB Connections...................................................18
A/V Input Connections..........................................................18
Additional Front Panel Features...........................................19
Rear Panel ...........................................................................................21
Right-Side Rear Panel Connections.....................................23
Left-Side Rear Panel Connections .......................................22

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Installation Overview........................................ 25
Introduction .........................................................................................25
Selecting a Location and Mounting ...................................................25
Mounting and Ventilation .....................................................26
Additional Equipment.......................................................................... 27
Connecting Guidelines ........................................................................ 27
Audio/Video Signal Routing................................................................ 27
A/V Flow Diagram .................................................................28
Audio Connections with a Russound Controller ................................29
Connecting Audio ............................................. 31
Introduction ......................................................................................... 31
Audio Output Connectors.................................................................... 31
“Y” Adapter Cables................................................................33
Audio Output Direct to TV .....................................................33
Audio Output to TV through A/V Receiver ...........................34
A/V Receiver or Powered Speaker Audio Connections .....................35
2.1 Audio Connections .........................................................35
5.1 Audio Connections .........................................................36
7.1 Audio Connections..........................................................38
Connecting Digital Powered Speakers ................................39
Digital Home Theater Audio................................................................ 41
FM Radio Antenna...............................................................................43
Connecting Video ............................................. 45
Introduction .........................................................................................45
Video Output Connections—SMC-50..................................................46
Video Output Connections—SMC-30/40 ........................................... 47
Connecting TV Sources.................................... 49
Introduction .........................................................................................49
Satellite or Cable Box TV Connection.................................................49

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NTSC and ATSC TV Connections......................................................... 51
NTSC TV Connection............................................................. 51
ATSC High-Denition TV Connection....................................53
Dual-Tuner NTSC and ATSC TV Connection .........................55
Digital Cable TV Connection for CableCARD™...................................56
Installing and Activating a CableCARD™.............................56
Dual Digital Cable Tuner Connection .................................................58
Connecting Infrared (IR) Devices ................... 59
Introduction .........................................................................................59
IR Transmitters ....................................................................................59
Installing IR Transmitters......................................................59
IR Receivers.........................................................................................60
Installing IR Receivers ..........................................................61
Connecting to the Network.............................. 63
Introduction .........................................................................................63
Ethernet Connection to the Network..................................................63
Connecting to the Internet Through a DSL/Cable
Modem ..................................................................................64
Connecting to the Internet Through a Router
and DSL/Cable Modem........................................................65
Connecting Other Devices and AC Power ....... 67
Introduction .........................................................................................67
Home Control Network Diagram.........................................................68
Connecting Serial Devices to Serial Control Ports ����������������������� 69
Connecting 12-volt Triggered Devices to 12-volt Trigger Ports.........69
Connecting AC Power ..........................................................................70
Initial Conguration.......................................... 71
Introduction ......................................................................................... 71
Starting the SMC for the First Time.................................................... 71
Windows Welcome ..............................................................................72

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Setting Up and Optimizing Media Center ....... 77
Introduction .........................................................................................77
Initial Media Center Setup..................................................................78
Speaker Setup..................................................................................... 81
Conguring Tuners, TV Signal, and Guide..........................................84
Setting Up a Set-top Box .....................................................................90
Conguring CableCARD™ Tuners .......................................................95
Optimizing Display.............................................................................103
Setting Up Music, Pictures, and Video Libraries .............................106
NVIDIA Display Setup .....................................109
Introduction .......................................................................................109
Troubleshooting.............................................. 111
Introduction .......................................................................................111
Audio ..................................................................................................111
Video ..................................................................................................113
Remote Control..................................................................................114
Wireless Keyboard.............................................................................114
System ...............................................................................................115
Getting Help.......................................................................................120
Help and Support................................................................120
Warranty ..............................................................................120
Life|ware Updates ..............................................................120
Microsoft OS Updates.........................................................120
Microsoft Website ...............................................................120
EI Website............................................................................120
System Recovery............................................121
Introduction .......................................................................................121
When to Use System Recovery.........................................................121
System Recovery Procedure.............................................................122

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Index ...............................................................127

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Smart Media Console Installation Manual
Getting Started
Getting Started
Introduction
This chapter covers important information you should know before you begin to
use the Smart Media Console (SMC)�
Note: ThismanualusesimagesanddrawingsofanSMC-50.Thespecic
SMC you are installing may differ in appearance; however, all supported
functionality is covered in this manual�
Important Safety Information
Read and keep these instructions• � Heed all warnings and follow all
instructions�
Do not use this apparatus near water• and clean only with dry cloth�
Do not block any ventilation openings• � Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions�
Do not install this unit near any heat sources• such as radiators, heat
registers,stoves,orotherapparatus(includingampliers)thatproduceheat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type•
plug� A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other� A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong� The wide
blade and the third prong are provided for your safety� If the provided plug
doesnottintoyouroutlet,consultanelectricianforreplacementofthe
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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched• , particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus� Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord�
Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer• �
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long•
periods of time�
Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.• Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, the power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled into or objects have fallen into
the apparatus, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped� If any of these conditions
occur, unplug the product from the power source and refer servicing to
qualied personnel�
Only operate this unit from the type of power source indicated• on
the power rating label on the SMC unit and in the Technical Specications
section of this guide� Connection to any other power source will void the
warranty�
Ground your system• � To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to
your SMC, do not disable the power cord grounding feature� The grounding
plug is an important safety feature� Connect the equipment to a grounded
(earthed) power outlet� For your safety, be sure that the grounded power
outlet into which you plug the power cord is easily accessible and located as
close to the SMC as possible�
Never pull on the power cord. • Disconnect the SMC by grasping the power
plugrmlyandpullingitfromthepoweroutlet.InstallyourSMCnearan
outlet that you can easily reach�
Use surge protection. • Connect all power cords for your system and its
peripheral devices (such as a printer or scanner) to a surge protection device
such as a power strip with surge protection or Uninterruptible Power Supply
(UPS)� Not all power strips provide surge protection; the power strips must
bespecicallylabeledashavingthiscapability.Useapowerstripwhose
manufacturer offers a Damage Replacement Policy so you can replace your
equipment if surge protection fails�
Use the right power source• � Use only a power source and connection
appropriate for this SMC, as indicated on the rear panel label� Be sure the
total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not exceed
the current rating of the electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of the
products connected to the cord does not exceed the rating of the cord� Look
on the power label to determine the ampere rating (AMPS or A) for each
device�
Outdoor antenna grounding• � If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to your SMC, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
to provide some protection against voltage surges and static build-up
charges� Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information for proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode�

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Getting Started
Power lines• � An outside antenna should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits�
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Warning: Toreducetheriskofreorelectricshock,donotexposethisunitto
rain or moisture� This unit shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet
with a protective earthing connection� The MAINS power plug used
to connect this unit to its power source shall be readily accessible to
disconnect the apparatus from its power source in case of emergency�
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Notice (U�S� Only)
NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A and Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules�
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interferenceinanofceandaresidentialinstallation.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 the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate 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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help�•
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�•
This device must accept any interference received including interference that•
may cause undesired operation�

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Contents
Smart Media Console
Package Contents
Introduction
Open your Smart Media Console (SMC) shipping carton, and check to make sure
the following items are included with your SMC unit:
Keyboard and Wireless Receiver•
Remote•
Batteries•
FM Antenna•
Installation and Owner Manuals•
Cables and Cable Accessories•
Optional Cables/Cable Accessories Included
The cables and cable accessories in the following table are included with your
SMC unit� You must purchase additional cables separately� See Optional Cables/
Cable Accessories Not Included for additional cables that you may need�
Cable/Acc Name Description
DVI-to-HDMI
Adapter
Adapter for changing DVI Output to HDMI
(selected models)� Allows use of HDMI cable
for digital video output to HDMI input of an
HDTV or monitor�

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Cable/Acc Name Description
Component
Video Adapter
S-Video to Component Video Adapter� RCA
Red, Blue, Green ends� Plug cable into a
connector such as Component Video Out�
Used for Progressive Scan component video
(SMC 50/55)�
Infrared (IR)
Transmitter
IR control cable with sender tip� Used for set-
top-boxes�
Coaxial Splitter One with CableCARD™ version, 2 with dual-
tuner version� Used to split ATSC, NTSC or
Digital Cable feed to COAX inputs on dual
tuner cards�
AC Power Black ISO 3-prong grounded 120/240 VAC
power cord�
Phoenix Power
Connector
Two-conductor Phoenix power plug for 12-Volt
Trigger Ports (2 plugs included)�
Optional Cables/Cable Accessories Not
Included
The cables and cable accessories in the following table are NOT included
with your SMC unit� If any of these cables are required by your installation
conguration,youmustpurchasethemseparately.
Cable/Acc Name Description
RCA Stereo and
Video Composite
RCA Red, White, and Yellow ends� Used for
TV source input connector�
DVI-D Digital video out� Connect to DVI-D input of
the HDTV or monitor�

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Cable/Acc Name Description
Component
Video
RCA Red, Blue, Green ends� Plug cable into
a connector such as Component Video Out�
Used for Progressive Scan component video�
Coaxial Digital
Audio
S/PDIF� Used for Digital Audio Out�
S-Video Used for Video Out�
Optical Digital
Audio
S/PDIF� Used for Digital Audio Out�
FireWire (IEEE
1394) Digital
Video In/Out
Used for Digital Video Camera Audio/Video
output� IEEE 1394 4-pin to 6-pin (front and
rear panel)�
USB USB 2�0� Used for USB peripheral device
connectors�
RCA Video
Composite
RCA yellow end� Plug cable into an RCA
connector such as composite Video Out or TV
Source Input connector�
VGA Output VGA video out� 15-pin, D-sub Analog� Used
for VGA monitor� Connect to input of VGA
Monitor from DVI-to-VGA adapter connected
to DVI-D rear panel output�
Ethernet RJ-45 10/100/1000 Base-T network� Used for
broadband Internet connection for SMC
Y Adapter 1/8-inch stereo mini-jack to left & right RCA
connectors

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Remote Control
Introduction
Use the remote control to open Media Center, view TV, record TV programs,
play recorded TV programs, music, movies, or video as well as access Life|ware
home control through Media Center’s My Home option�
Note: When the Smart Media Console (SMC) is powered up, the remote control
is automatically programmed for all operations during the software startup
process�
To use the remote control, just point it at the SMC unit and press a button� Use
the remote control at a maximum distance of 20 feet (7 meters) from the sensor
and at a maximum of 45 degrees (90 degrees total) from the center of the sensor�
The remote control will not operate until the SMC is on and fully booted up�
Installing the Remote Control Batteries
To install or replace the remote control batteries:
Slide the battery cover off the back of the1�
remote control�
Insert the three AAA alkaline batteries,2�
making sure the positive and negative
ends are inserted correctly�
Replace the battery cover and test the3�
remote control’s operation by pointing the
remote at the SMC’s front IR receiver and
pressing any key�
Remote Control Batteries
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Remote
The following graphic shows the back of the remote control with the batteries displayed:
Remote Control Buttons
The following graphics shows the buttons on the remote control and the functions
of the buttons�
IR Active
PC On/Off—Moves
SMC into/out of its
power standby state�
Does not turn SMC off�
Media Center—Opens
Media Center to the
Main Menu�
Information—Opens
the Help/Information
window within Media
Center�
TV On/Off—Moves TV
into/out of its power
standby state� Does not
turn TV off�
CD/DVD/TV
functions—Includes
Rewind, Fast Forward,
Play, Stop, Pause, Next/
Previous Track and
Record�
Back
Navigation—Arrow and
OK buttons move the
cursor to navigate all
Media Center windows
and moved forward
and backward through
slideshow images�
Top Half of Remote