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Multimedia
Your computer may include the following:
Integrated speaker(s)
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Integrated microphone(s)
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Integrated webcam
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Preinstalled multimedia software
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Multimedia buttons or keys
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Audio
On your HP computer, you can download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web
(including radio), record audio, or mix audio and video to create multimedia. To enhance your
listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as speakers or headphones.
Connecting speakers
You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port (or the audio-out
jack) on your computer or on a docking station.
To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Before
connecting audio devices, be sure to adjust the volume.
Adjusting the volume
Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following:
Volume buttons
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Volume hot keys (specific keys pressed in combination with the
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Volume keys
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WARNING!
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the
Environmental Notices
the HP Support Assistant app.
NOTE:
Volume can also be controlled through the operating system and some programs.
NOTE:
See
controls your computer has.
Connecting headphones and microphones
You can connect wired headphones or headsets to the audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone)
jack on your computer. Many headsets with integrated microphones are commercially available.
wireless
To connect
instructions.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then select
Getting to know your computer on page 4
headphones or headsets to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's
fn
key)
Regulatory, Safety and
for information on what type of volume
Audio
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