Mce 2005 Quest &answ

protecteur · #1 12th Oct 04, 10:06 PM

Q: Will you be releasing the sky visualization seen on your presentation? It's less cluttered than the ones currently available with Windows Media Player 10.
A: it is the WMP10 bliss visualisation
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Q: witch video card do you suggest for MCE 2005 ?
A: Please visit oem.microsoft.com/mceready for a list of recommended hardware components.
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Q: how many licenses come with Windows Mediacenter 2005 for the action pack subscription?
A: One
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Q: Can I run cable and Satellite television with duel tuners?
A: has to be from the same source
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Q: will MCE 2005 be available to developers on MSDN Subscriptions? If so when?
A: We are checking with the MSDN team now to find out about availability. When this webcast is posted tomorrow, we will post this information on the Q&A section.
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Q: mce 2005 is very cooool product! its very good that this product ist now for small systembuilder aviable!!! now are cool mce's possible - not only the big grays towers!
A: Yes! Thanks for sharing your excitement.
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Q: Does MCE include Windows Movie Maker? Is video editable from within the Media Center?
A: MCE 2005 does include Movie Maker (just as XP does). Video is not editable within the MCE 2005 shell.
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Q: Are there Demo Copies of MCE 2005 anywhere from Distribution or my OEM MS Rep?
A: NFR copies of Windows MCE are only available through purchase of the Action Pack (microsoft.com/partner) in the 12 countries where MCE is available.
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Q: when it will be shipped for oem's ?
A: Windows MCE 2005 is available now through Microsoft OEM Distributors.
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Q: Is the current Hauppage PVR-350 supported, and if so will Microsoft make drivers available for it?
A: Hauppauge will put out new drivers at a later time
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Q: Do the necessary Codecs come with XPMCE 2005?
A: The codecs need to be installed by the system builder but are not supplied as part of MCE itself.
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Q: will the keynote be rebroadcasted again?
A: the recorded keynote will be posted on the Microsoft OEM website after 24 hours
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Q: The MCE 2005 PC and the Extenders will make an incredible home experience. Fantastic!
A: Thanks!!
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Q: how can i get a free copy
A: An evaluation version of MCE will be made available in the coming month(s). More information on this will be posted to the Microsoft OEM System Builder Website when available.
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Q: When will MCE 2005 be able to upgrade from MCE 2004 by using Windows Update in the UK?
A: It will not be available on WU, you will need to get the update from the original OEM that you got the MCE 2004 system from.
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Q: will a trial version be made available to Tech-Net+ subscribers along with the other betas?
A: We are currenlty working on getting a trial version posted. Please keep checking on the MCEReady website.
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Q: Can you get one of the MCE laptops to run as an extender?

protecteur · #2 12th Oct 04, 10:07 PM

Q: Can you get one of the MCE laptops to run as an extender?
A: No.
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Q: I know you have been asked before, but where can I find the list of approved 2 tuner video cards?
A: oem.microsoft.com/mceready/
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Q: When will MCE become available in Denmark?
A: Denmark is not one of the available countries at this time. We do not have the plans for future country availability
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Q: Do I understand that media center doesn't play dvd's. That is what I understand from the questopns and answer session.
A: The DVD can be played from the Media Center PC but not from the Media Center Extender
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Q: If I have a high-end PCX with TV Tuner now, can I install/upgrade to MCE ?
A: No - the only upgrade path to MCE 2005 is from MCE 2002 or 2004.
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Q: how much more storage do you need to record in HDTV quality?
A: You can find more information on HD requirements for HDTV recording at https://oem.microsoft.com/mceready.
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Q: Will XP MCE 2005 support dual display monitors
A: MCE 2005 does support dual displays
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Q: Can you attach windows mediacenter to windows xp pro workgroup?
A: Yes
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Q: is bill gates keynote going to rebroadcasted?
A: Yes - it will be posted for download on the Microsoft OEM System Builder website in a couple days.
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Q: Will there be a PC based network client for MCE, without the need for a seperate extender?
A: Not at this time.
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Q: Will networked PC's be able to access live/recorded streaming content on the MC 2005 box?
A: Networked PCs will not be able to access live streaming content. They will be able to play non-copy protected recorded TV that has been shared on the Media Center PC as long as they have a version of WMP that supports playing dvr-ms files.
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Q: what video formats are supported in WMP10 for Pocket PC
A: not in the scope of this Q & A
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Q: Please consider having 5this on MSDN AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. We pay big bucks for access and now my entire company can't start developing on it. PLEASE CONSIDER THIS A HIGH PRIORITY
A: Thanks for your feedback. We are checking with the MSDN team about this now and will post the availability information when this web cast is posted tomorrow in the Q&A section. Thanks.
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Q: Can we have an estimate on MSDN availability please?
A: it will be posted at a later time
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Q: If MCE is useless without a remote control, then why does it not come with it included?
A: The Remote would come with the video hardware.
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Q: Will MCE2005 allow recording of FM radio ?
A: Radio can not be recorded at this time.

protecteur · #3 12th Oct 04, 10:08 PM

Q: Where can I buy it in Canada?
A: The System Builder Website lists the Authorized Dist you can purchase MCE 2005 from.
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Q: Can we at least have an ESTIMATE on MSDN availability?
A: We are checking with the MSDN team on this now. When this webcast is posted on this web site tomorrow, we will provide this answer in the Q&A section. Thanks for your patience.
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Q: When will MCE2005 be available at msdn subscriber downloads?
A: that information will be available at a later date
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Q: is the MCE available in Poland?
A: Unfortnately, no Polish version is at this time.
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Q: Will MCE be compatible with UK digital terrestial tuner cards ?
A: Yes, we support DVB-T tuner cards. For a current list please refer to oem.microsoft.com/MCEReady
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Q: Did anyone address HDTV? Is it supported?
A: In the US Only using OTA
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Q: Australia?
A: There are some copyright issues with the EPG in Australia. These are being actively worked at this time.
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Q: does it work in canada?
A: Yes - MCE is available in Canada now. Please contact any OEM Distributor in your area.
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Q: If you have MSDN Version of MCE 2004 on your computer can you just upgrade to MCE 2005?
A: MCE 2005 is not available on MSDN at this time
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Q: Does MCE support automatic aspect ratio switching (16x9 vs 4x3) at its video in?
A: We do not support WSS at this time.
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Q: when will microsoft make a integrated keyboard/mouse with bluetooth for the true sofa experiece...no coffee table needed?
A: Good idea!
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Q: Can the MCE also be used as a normal PC, eg can you run office and outlook simultaniously with the video in a corner?
A: Yes
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Q: I have noticed that Windows XP MCE 2005 OEM edition can now be purchased from online retailers such as newegg.com, but I thought MCE was only supposed to be available preinstalled by system builders?
A: System builders can distribute singleOEM system builder product (which includes MCE) with non-peripheral hardware components. However, they are supposed to ensure that purchasers agree to the system builder license. The are not allowed to distribute just the single untits of software alone. Please see oem.micosoft.com/licensing_main for more info.
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Q: Is Linksys the only manufacturere making a stand-alone extender?
A: Linksys and HP are the only manufactures that supply the extenders at this time.
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Q: Can you run two LCD panels with TV on one and Office on the other?
A: Yes.
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Q: Will MCE come with Action Pack Standard or Plus or Both? Thanks
A: MCE 2005 comes in all Action Packs starting October in countries where MCE is distributed

protecteur · #4 12th Oct 04, 10:09 PM

Q: When will Media Center Extenders (XBox extender etc) be avilable in UK?
A: at a later date
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Q: Is MCE available in Canada?
A: yes
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Q: does it come with the cables or are they a seperate purchase
A: Windows MCE 2005 ships in a 3-pack from authorized OEM Distributors. other cables and hardware components are a separate purchase.
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Q: Approximately how much will a Media Center Extender cost?
A: Please contact your Authorized OEM Distributor for more details on software/hardware availability and pricing.
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Q: Will Media Centre Edition 2005 available from Windows Update for Media Centre Edition 2004 customer?
A: Not, the upgrade is only available from the original OEM that the MCE 2004 was purchased from.
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Q: Will the Original MCE Remote work with MCE2005.
A: Yes.
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Q: What is the Microsoft Part Number for the remote?
A: The part number for the 3-pack is: A9O-00007.
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Q: Do extenders and xbox extender support widescreen MCE?
A: Not at this time.
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Q: Will MCE 2005 be available through Volume Licensing??
A: No. Windows MCE 2005 is only available through OEM and System Builder Channels.
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Q: Where do we get the OPK for MCE 2005, does it come in the MCE 2005 CD? Do we have to buy XP home or Pro just to get the OPK for MCE?????
A: OPK comes in the 3-pack in countries where MCE is distributed.
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Q: Is the new remote programmable?
A: Unfortunately not at this time.
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Q: Does MCE switch between normal 4:3 broadcasts and widescreen broadcasts when zapping through TV channels. Not all broadcasts are widescreen in Holland.
A: MCE does not support WSS at this time.
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Q: Does MCE support radio channels?
A: Yes, if the hardware includes a Radio tuner.
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Q: Why doesn't this presentation site work with Firefox?
A: not able to answer this question at this time
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Q: so mce 2005 comes with a remote in the oem version?
A: The remote control is a separate purchase from your OEM Distributor.
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Q: What is the North America SKU for MCE2005 for ordering?
A: The part number is M93-00091

protecteur · #5 12th Oct 04, 10:10 PM

Q: Can we download this slideshow presentation somewhere yet?
A: Should be available tomorrow at oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast
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Q: Can we download a copy of the slides presented?
A: Will be available tomorrow at oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast
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Q: Will these Webcasts be available for at a later date?
A: The recorded launch will be available on the Microsoft OEM website after 24 hours.
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Q: can i download this entire video for viewing again later?
A: Yes - go to www.oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast
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Q: Why are the MCE 2005 launch dates for the MSDN so vague?
A: The dates are not set in stone yet. Please be patient.
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Q: Is the xbox extender upgradeable through xbox live? If so, are there any planned upgrades (such as support for 16x9 format)?
A: Not through Live, there is a CD that is required each time you use the Xbox as an extender. We have no information available if 16x9 will be supported in future products or not.
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Q: will there be a high quality archive of this keynote so people that missed the live keynote have the chance to download it?
A: Will be available after tomorow at oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast
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Q: Are there any contests to win a MCE 2005 system?
A: Not at this time.
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Q: I though this was only for OEM partners and all i see is hardware questions from end users
A: This is hosted on the Microsoft OEM System Builder Web site for registered System Builders only.
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Q: do i have to use the OPK set..? i.e what will I give my customers - the 2 CD's..? also, whats this about an additional "media" CD that ships with the OEM pack..?
A: You must use the OPK to preinstall the OS. You do not give the OPK tools CD to the customer. The OS media CD(s) is what you give to your customer.
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Q: What software do i need to create custom configs for MCE 2005
A: Use the OPK tools. It's the same basic process as installing regular Windows XP Pro or Home.
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Q: why isnt there a mce2005 update available to download?
A: It's a new package not an update. Do you expect your Car Dealer to give you a new car every year?
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Q: Is thi mce2005 available in Canada?
A: Yes! Please contact an authorized Microsoft OEM Distributor found at oem.microsoft.com. Thanks!
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Q: Who makes the MCE extenders (non XBOX)??
A: Linksys makes one
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Q: Wil MCE05 include video editing software?
A: No. You would need to use separate video editing software.
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Q: Is there any monthy subscription fee to get list of tv channels to record or anything like that?
A: No

protecteur · #6 12th Oct 04, 10:10 PM

A: Different - only availble separeately. Only available via the OEM and system builder channels.
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Q: How many tv card does MCE2005 support?
A: MCE 2005 supports 2 analog TV Tuner cards. For the U.S. region we also support an additional ATSC card (with Update 1 available on Windows Update).
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Q: Why is MCE 2005 avaible to OEM / system builders before MSDN owners?
A: We want to make sure that OEMs & System Builders can build MCE PCs for end users.
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Q: Do you know when the Hauppauge MCE Cards will be available in Germany?
A: No, we are sorry ... we do not have this availability information.
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Q: Does the remote control come with MCE for the Action Pack?
A: No remote control in the October Action Pack. Future Action Packs will have the remote control.
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Q: Will WMCE delivered in our MS action pack for Partners?
A: The action pack for October includes MCE 2005 in countries where MCE is distributed.
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Q: the MCE can only install in a barebone?
A: Please go to oem.microsoft.com/mceready for information on how to assemble a quality MCE PC!
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Q: Will there be a volume license MCE2005 edition?
A: No.
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Q: why isn't the mce available in japan in the action pack?
A: For the October release, the Japanese MCE did not make the production timeline. We should have it in the next quarter.
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Q: will the video quality with MCX be comparable to the MCE PC..?
A: Yes, in some cases the video quality could even be better through the MCX device than the MCE PC.
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Q: What is an Extender?
A: http://oem.microsoft.com/MCEReady has good information on that
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Q: WILL THE EXTENDER STREAM DVD PLAYBACK?
A: Not at this time.
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Q: when is the MCE in the netherlands
A: It should be available now from your authorized Microsoft OEM Distributor.
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Q: Is an extender basically a wireless device that caries your remote control signals to the media center PC in another room?
A: It carries the entire Audio, Video and MCE experience to another room.
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Q: Will it be required that whoever uses MCE 2005 have to have SP2?
A: Yes.
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Q: When (what date) will MCE 2005 be available to MSDN subsribers?
A: Soon!
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Q: Will Microsoft UK be launching MCE 2005 and if so when.
A: Yes, it should be available now from your authorized Microsoft OEM Distributor.

protecteur · #7 12th Oct 04, 10:12 PM

Q: When (what date) will MCE 2005 be available to MSDN subsribers?
A: Soon!
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Q: Will Microsoft UK be launching MCE 2005 and if so when.
A: Yes, it should be available now from your authorized Microsoft OEM Distributor.
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Q: To your knowledge is Hauappauge releaseing new drivers for 250se?
A: they should be releasing new 2005 drivers
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Q: what exactly is an extender?
A: An extender is a hardware device that allows you to connect other devices to the MCE PC. Both wired and wireless connectivity is available.
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Q: Will this work with NTL (digital cable) in England?
A: should be able to use it
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Q: Will there be a service pack in the future so MCE2005 will be able to be joined in a domain?
A: not at this time
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Q: Will the version of MCE that comes with the Action Pack come with a remote control?
A: not at this time
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Q: Who is answering the questions in this Q&A session?
A: There is a team of about 10 people in Redmond who are answering all the questions.
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Q: Why can you not a record a radio program? I have the ancer of that question?
A: There are copyright issues with recording OTA radio broadcasts. This feature has been requested multiple times and we are working to get this resolved by the legal team.
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Q: as an oem system builder in the uk. when can we get our hands on the software?
A: You can order MCE 2005 from your authorized distributor today. For your internal use, your Action Pack subscription for October will include it.
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Q: at which time are extender in germany aviable?
A: will be available at a later date
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Q: Is the new Microsoft remote in the 34-40KHz infrared range, or does it use the 56KHz spectrum? Some folks like to hide the PC and use a RF remote extender, so 56KHz may require a new extender.
A: Good question.
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Q: what is recommened HD size when using MCE
A: Please go to the http://oem.microsoft.com/mceready webiste for minimum and recommended hardware requirements.
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Q: When will Media Player 10 for Mobile Devices be available?
A: Unfortunately I am not familiar with WMP 10 availability for mobile devices.
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Q: How do you integrate HDTV tuner?
A: ATSC (HD over the air) support in MCE 2005 is available in the US only and requires downloading the Update 1 for Media Center 2005 packages from Windows Update. You must have an NTSC tuner present in order to install a ATSC tuner card. For a list of supported ATSC tuner cards please visit http://oem.microsoft.com/mceready
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Q: Whats the min. video card recommended?
A: 64 MB card

protecteur · #8 12th Oct 04, 10:14 PM

Q: When will MCE05 be in the AP update?
A: Yes, in the October 2004 Action Pack, but only in the 12 countries in which MCE is available (except Japan).
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Q: whys is mce2005 released to oem builders before MSDN owners?
A: Microsoft wanted to be sure that there would be MCE PCs available for customers to purchase in time for today's launch event.
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Q: bill said MCE 2005 supports HDTV, however all reports said MCE only supported over the air HDTV and not cable or satTV HD. What HDTV support will MCE 2005 offer?
A: over the air HDTV
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Q: Can the Xbox extender be used with MCE 2004, or just MCE 2005?
A: Requires MCE2005 to work
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Q: When will MCE incorporate a streaming server function so it can stream live TV to other PC's on the network ??
A: No, not at this time.
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Q: How much for the extenders?
A: different prices for different manufacturers, roughly in the $300 range
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Q: Is HP going to release new PCs with MCE 2005 ?
A: Yes
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Q: For New Home Builders have the luxury of putting Strctured Cabling with New Homes so that to take adavantage of pre-Installing a more Stable & Intelligent Home Network of Digital Audi Video & Data on the MCE Network Media of WireLess > Cable > Telephone Wiring inclusive of Fiber Optic Cabling for Super WideBand Interoperability Distribution & Integration ?
A: Could you repeat the question in a different way. Don't quite understand your question
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Q: is Hauppauge PVR still supported by MCE 2005?
A: depending on what card you have. 150-MCE and 250-MCE is supported
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Q: Please post the Microsoft Part Number for the remote
A: The Microsoft part number for the 3-pack is A9O-00007.
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Q: When will it be available to download on MSDN?
A: We are checking with the MSDN team on the timing now and will post the answer on this web site (under the Q&A section whent this session is posted) as soon as we have it. Thank you.
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Q: Is MCE 2k5 based on SP2?
A: Yes - MCE includes SP2.
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Q: Do the media extenders support DVD playback from the MCE PC?
A: not at this time.
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Q: exciting my new clients will love this product and find this as a reseason to start fresh with new systems
A: Great! Thank you!!!
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Q: Is there any easy way to view the list of questions asked, because when I try to read them it keeps sending me back to the top of the list??
A: They will be posted to the OEM System Builder Website within a couple days following this event. Please come back to review these details.
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Q: Will there be a Network Client version of MCE to enable people to use other PCs on a LAN instead of extenders?
A: Sorry we can only comment on announced products

protecteur · #9 12th Oct 04, 10:15 PM

Q: We are testing MCE 2005 and are not able to get 5.1 dolby digital audio to play from within MCE. Is this the place for that question, or is there a better place to get an answer?
A: Post your technical questions to the newsgroups at oem.microsoft.com/mceready
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Q: With all of these partners how subscriptions will our customers need to subscribe to? ie. Napster, movie link etc.
A: Not required to sign up with any of the subscriptions unless you would like to use these services
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Q: Can I obtain a NFR of mce 2005 or do I have to subscribe to an action pack?
A: System Builders are encouraged to subscribe to the action pack.
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Q: I can see that the IR blaster lets MCE control Cable and Sat STB's, but how do you capture that video to an MCE device?
A: The cable and satellite STBs must be connected to the Media Center PC via a PCI or USB TV Tuner card.
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Q: If you have a current Action Pack subscription, will MCE be a quarterly update?
A: The subscription runs for 1 year. If your subscription is still active for October, you will receive the MCE 2005 if you are in a country where MCE is distributed.
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Q: Will the various downloads services be available in the UK?
A: most will be available
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Q: What about my customers with older Conexent BT turners will they supported in 2005
A: Please refer to the HCL list available on oem.microsoft.com/MCEReady
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Q: Is there any designs to have MCE2005 integrated with the xbox platform?
A: with the xbox media extender
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Q: If a DVD is required, why notr deliver OS on DVD instead of 2 CDs?
A: DVD media cost more to product. The combined size of the install package on the two CDs does not justify the cost of DVD media.
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Q: if we attend the launch at Los Angeles, do we get a copy of MCE2005?
A: No
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Q: Will non MCe pc's be able to access recorded programmes on MCE PC's
A: yes
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Q: Is Media cenetr 2005 based on windows XP Home or XP Pro edition
A: XP Pro.
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Q: Can you give a breakdown of the pc you are using for this demo? Video card, Tuner card(s), Motherboard, etc.
A: Please see the HP website for information on the dmo MCE system.
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Q: Can several MCE 2005 PC's operate on the same network enabling recording and playback of more than 2 Tv programmes?
A: Yes
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Q: Can we obtain NFR's for our Demo PC's or will MCE2005 be added to the Action Pack?
A: Windows MCE 2005 will be part of the Action Pack for October in the 13 countries where MCE is available (except Japan).
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Q: I am a small builder. Can I get a 1 pack of MCE to show my customers before I commit to buying a 3 pack?
A: Only OEM 3 Packs are available.

protecteur · #10 12th Oct 04, 10:16 PM

Q: are the on demand services available in canada?
A: Some functionality is available at this time. More information will be posted on microsoft about this issue.
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Q: Is there a 1 pack for mce 2005?
A: OEM 3 Pack would be the smallest package available.
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Q: Are media center extenders simply devices connecting to an MCE computer via Remote Desktop?
A: More or less yes - an extender uses RDP to display an extension of the MCE UI from the MCE PC. For more information on the Media Center Extender please visit http://oem.microsoft.com/mceready
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Q: Thoose 13 countries that is supported by mce 2005 do i find the list of them somewhere?
A: US, France, Germany, Japan, Korea, Italy, Netherlands, China, Switzerland, Austria, Australia, UK, Canada
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Q: Is the digital media feature pack available on the installation CDROMS?
A: No it is a seperate disk that comes with the 3pack.
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Q: Where & when will this Q&A and the video from this event be available?
A: Yes. Check back at oem.microsoft.com/mcewebcast in ~24 hours.
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Q: Will the XBox extender be available via Retail?
A: Yes.
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Q: Does MCE2005 support mutible tuner cards?
A: Yes, but they need to be connected to the same type of source
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Q: Will MCE Work with SKY Digital Will it also download the listings like tivo and will it alow me to watch 2 programs at the same time
A: Yes, we work with Sky through the STB configuration. We also have an EPG available and allow recording of two TV shows at the same time if you have the proper hardware.
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Q: why are there retail and oem media for mce 2005?
A: Windows MCE 2005 is only available via OEM and System Builder Channels; not through retail.
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Q: can ifo and vob videos that are part of a video_ts directory be played back from an extender?
A: No
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Q: Will an extender be able to connect to more than one MCE PC if the end user has more that one in their house?
A: No - a Media Center Extender will be associated with a single Media Center PC that is determined during the setup of the Media Center Extender.
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Q: is there an sdk for 3rd party developers
A: Yes
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Q: Will MCE work with SKY and alow dual recording?
A: Yes - but you will need two set-top boxes from Sky to work properly
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Q: is this going to be made avalibale to regualr xp users
A: MCE is a OEM/System Builder product for preinstallation on new machines. It will not be available as a retail software product.
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Q: Why can't I see submitted questions?
A: Answered questions are posted and those that will not get answered today will be posted after 48 hours. Inappropriate questions will not be posted.