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Media Center University: Whole House Integration of Media Center Systems – Part 5

cei — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:42:00 GMT

The second half of Todd Rutherford's presentation on integrating Windows Media Center into a whole home solution focuses on content acquisition for the customer.

Topics covered include:

Content
- Online - Download / Streaming
- Personal media
- Other

Download: iPod | MP3 | WMA | WMV | WMV (high) | Zune

You can download the white paper presentation from CE Pro's web site and follow along with the video. Please keep in mind that while Microsoft is posting these videos, the presentations were recorded by Microsoft at the express, written approval of EH Publishing. The content and presentations are not the property of Microsoft and are for information purposes only. No guarantees, expressed or implied, are provided to the accuracy of the content provided.

Media Center University: Whole House Integration of Media Center Systems – Part 4

cei — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:21:00 GMT

Our very own Todd Rutherford builds on previous Media Center University topics in the first half of his presentation by providing guidance on integrating WMC with automation systems and designing the right WMC solution to meet the needs of the customer.

Topics covered include:

Automation System Integration
- Controlling Media Center from Control Systems
- Controlling Automation hardware from Media Center
- Hybrid Solution Options
Whole House Entertainment
- Understand the Customer's Entertainment Needs
- Choosing an Architecture and Solution

Download: iPod | MP3 | WMA | WMV | WMV (high) | Zune

Media Center University: Optimizing for Entertainment & Networking – Part 3

cei — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:05:00 GMT

In the final segment of Optimizing Media Center for Entertainment & Networking, Mike Seamons walks through Extender set up, network tuning, Windows Home Server and some different deployment topologies. WMC can be installed as a HTPC, centrally in the rack or as a headless Extender server and Mike speaks the benefits and considerations of each configuration including advanced topics like integration into a whole home audio system.

Topics covered include:

Setting Up a Media Center Extender
The 3 Server Solution
Display Connected or Headless
MCX Design Best Practices
HTPC Design Best Practices
Simplifying the Experience

Download: iPod | MP3 | WMA | WMV | WMV (high) | Zune

Media Center University: Optimizing for Entertainment & Networking – Part 2

cei — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:01:00 GMT

Mike Seamons continues his presentation of Optimizing Media Center for Entertainment in this second video filmed at EHX Spring 2008. In part two, he discusses the steps he takes to optimize Windows Media Center. He discusses removing all unnecessary software, installing Windows Updates and other configuration. Additionally, he discusses how to integrate Zune with WMC.

Download: iPod | MP3 | WMA | WMV | WMV (high) | Zune

Topics covered include:

Removing all Unnecessary Files
Network and Sharing Tips
Cleaning the Desktop
Setting the Resolution, sounds, and screen saver
Setting Up Windows Media Player
Syncing everything with Zune
Default Content Removal

You can download the white paper presentation from CE Pro’s web site and follow along with the video. Please keep in mind that while Microsoft is posting these videos, the presentations were recorded by Microsoft at the express, written approval of EH Publishing. The content and presentations are not the property of Microsoft and are for information purposes only. No guarantees, expressed or implied, are provided to the accuracy of the content provided.

More Media Center University videos are coming soon...

Media Center University: Optimizing for Entertainment & Networking – Part 1

cei — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 22:56:00 GMT

Download: iPod | MP3 | WMA | WMV | WMV (high) | Zune

In the first installment of Optimizing for Entertainment and Networking at EHX Spring's Media Center University, Mike Seamons provides guidance on choosing one technology over another. In his presentation, he covers the difference between analog and digital formats, component cables and HDMI, Cat 5 and Cat 6 Ethernet wiring, several TV tuner options, and how to deal with protected content.

Topics covered:

Video, Audio, Network, and TV Technologies
Digital Media Copy Protection

You can download the white paper presentation from CE Pro’s web site and follow along with the video.

Keep an eye out for more Media Center University videos coming soon.