Page 3 - Table of contents
Table of contents 1 Getting started Identifying components ........................................................................................................................ 2 Front panel components ..................................................................................................
Page 5 - Getting started
1 Getting started NOTE: The docking station may have features that are not supported by your computer. For information on supported signals that are transmitted through your computer expansion port, refer toyour computer user guides. ENWW 1 Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antenna...
Page 6 - Identifying components; Front panel components
Identifying components Front panel components Component Description (1) Power button Provides hibernation and restores full power to a dockedcomputer. After the computer is docked, the power button on thedocking station acts just like the computer power button,utilizing the computer power management...
Page 7 - Bottom components
Bottom components Component Description (1) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. (2) Subwoofer Produces docking station low-audio frequency sound. ENWW Identifying components 3 Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Page 8 - Rear panel components
Rear panel components Component Description (1) Power connector 1 light On: The docking station is on. (2) Power connector 1 Connects the docking station to a Smart ACadapter. (3) Power connector 2 light On: The docking station is on. (4) Power connector 2 Connects the docking station to a standard ...
Page 10 - Right panel components
Right panel components Component Description (1) PC port The (USB type B) PC port connects an optionalsecondary computer to the docking station. NOTE: Do not use the PC port as a printer connection. (2) Auxiliary audio jack Connects an optional MP3 player or other audiodevice to docking station spea...
Page 11 - Left panel components
Left panel components Component Description Hard drive bay Holds an optional internal HP Personal Media Drive orHP Pocket Media Drive. ENWW Identifying components 7 Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Page 12 - Setting up the docking station; Step 1: Adjusting the docking station
Setting up the docking station Step 1: Adjusting the docking station The docking station must be upright before a computer can be docked. To adjust the docking station toan upright position: 1. Lower the lever (1) located on the left side of the docking station upper panel to the down position. 2. G...
Page 14 - Step 2: Connecting to AC power
Step 2: Connecting to AC power WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. If provided with a 3-pin attachme...
Page 15 - Step 3: Docking the computer
Step 3: Docking the computer 1. Open the computer. ENWW Setting up the docking station 11 Antenna House XSL Formatter (Evaluation) http://www.antennahouse.com/
Page 20 - Using the docking station; Docking station guidelines
2 Using the docking station Docking station guidelines ● Operating systems —For optimal performance, use the docking station with HP or Compaq computers running Microsoft® Windows® XP or later. ● Power —To use docking station features, AC power must be connected to the docking station. You do not ha...
Page 21 - Adjusting the volume
Adjusting the volume To adjust the volume on the docking station: Slide your finger to the left to decrease volume and to the right to increase volume. You can also tapthe minus sign (1) on the scroll zone to decrease volume, or tap the plus sign (2) on the scroll zone to increase volume. ENWW Adjus...
Page 22 - Connecting to a network
Connecting to a network You can connect your docked computer through the docking station to a network using an Ethernetcable (purchased separately). CAUTION: To prevent performance issues, only one network jack (either the network jack on the docked computer or the network jack on the docking statio...
Page 23 - Connecting video
Connecting video The external monitor port connects an external VGA display device, such as an external monitor or aprojector, to the docking station. NOTE: The external monitor port on the computer is disabled when the computer is docked. To connect an external VGA display device: 1. Connect the de...
Page 24 - Connecting analog audio
Connecting analog audio To connect analog audio: 1. Connect the single-connector end of an audio Y-cable (purchased separately) to the headphonejack (1) on the right panel of the docking station. 2. Connect the red and white connectors (2) on the other end of the cable into the red and white audio- ...
Page 25 - Connecting S/PDIF digital audio
Connecting S/PDIF digital audio The docking station provides an S/PDIF digital audio jack for an optional digital audio connection. Acoaxial digital audio cable (purchased separately) and an audio receiver (television or stereo) with acoaxial digital audio port is required to fully enable this featu...
Page 26 - Connecting auxiliary audio
Connecting auxiliary audio The docking station provides an auxiliary audio jack for an optional auxiliary audio device connection.This connection allows the device to play through the to docking station speakers. To connect auxiliary audio: 1. Connect one end of the audio-inline cable to the auxilia...
Page 27 - Connecting a wireless mouse and keyboard
Connecting a wireless mouse and keyboard If you are connecting a wireless mouse and keyboard to the docking station, use this procedure toestablish a wireless mouse and keyboard connection (select models only). 1. Locate an open USB port (1) on the docking station and insert the wireless receiver (2...
Page 30 - Connecting a secondary computer to the docking station
Connecting a secondary computer to the docking station A secondary computer connected to the docking station through the PC port has access to the optionaldocking station internal hard drive, and to any USB devices connected to the docking station. NOTE: Certain devices such as printers or external ...
Page 31 - Installing an optional hard drive; Installing an HP Personal Media Drive
Installing an optional hard drive Installing an HP Personal Media Drive You can insert an HP Personal Media Drive into the docking station for extra storage capacity. 1. Remove the hard drive carrier screw (1) on the rear panel of the docking station and remove the hard drive cover (2) from the hard...
Page 35 - Connecting an optional security cable
Connecting an optional security cable NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the docking station from being mishandled or stolen. To install a security cable: 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2)...
Page 36 - Undocking the computer
3 Undocking the computer 1. Press and hold the buttons (1) on the sides of the expansion cable connector, and then disconnect the cable from the computer (2) . NOTE: The location of the expansion port on the computer varies by computer series and model. 32 Chapter 3 Undocking the computer ENWW Anten...
Page 38 - Troubleshooting; Solving common problems; General use and connection problems
4 Troubleshooting Solving common problems The following tables list possible problems and the recommended solutions. General use and connection problems Problem Possible cause Solution The connection indicator light isnot on. The computer is not powered on. Turn on the computer. The docking station ...
Page 39 - Audio problems
Audio problems Problem Possible cause Solution The docking station speakershave little or no volume. The docking station speakers aremuted or the volume is set toolow. Adjust the volume using thevolume scroll zone. The docking station is notconnected to AC power. Connect the AC adapter from thedocki...
Page 40 - Video problems; Getting more information
Video problems Problem Possible cause Solution A connected home entertainmentsystem does not have video. The video cable is not connectedcorrectly. Disconnect and reconnect thevideo cable. The screen image is displaying onthe computer. Press fn+f4 on the computer to switch the image from thecomputer...
Page 41 - Contacting technical support
Contacting technical support If you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this chapter, contact technical support. Click Start , click Help and Support , and then click Contact Support to start a chat session with a support specialist. For the fastest possible resolution of your p...
Page 42 - Index
Index A adjusting docking station 8 analog audio 20 audio connections analog 20 audio 22 digital 21 troubleshooting 35 audio-in (microphone) jack 6 audio-out (headphone) jack 6, 20 auxiliary audio 22 auxiliary audio jack 6, 22 B buttons mute 2 power 2, 15 C cable, expansion connecting 13 disconnecti...