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HP TouchSmart 300-1025 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide...
  • Page 2 802.11n WLAN devices. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Finding HP TouchSmart PC Information ... vi Welcome ...1 Features ...1 Cables and accessories...2 Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC ...4 Left side of the HP TouchSmart PC ...6 Back of the HP TouchSmart PC ...7 Activity LED indicator lights...8 Connecting the Power Source ...9...
  • Page 4 Adjusting Screen Display ...23 Installing a Security Lock ...24 Cleaning the HP TouchSmart PC Screen ...25 Using the HP TouchSmart with Safety and Comfort ...25 Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware ...26 Software Overview ...27 What Is HP TouchSmart Software? ...27 Navigating HP TouchSmart ...27...
  • Page 5 HP TouchSmart Notes ...41 Handwritten or typed notes...41 Voice notes...41 Deleting notes ...42 HP TouchSmart Weather ...42 HP TouchSmart Clock ...42 HP TouchSmart Recipe Box...43 HP TouchSmart Twitter ...43 HP TouchSmart Netflix ...44 Live TV...44 HP TouchSmart Link ...44 Updating Software ...44 Software Quick Reference Table ...44...

  • Page 6: Finding Hp Touchsmart Pc Information

    User Guide (Features may vary by model) Where to find Setup poster On the HP TouchSmart home page, tap the Tutorials tile to open it, and then tap a tutorial to view it. Or, visit www.hp.com/supportvideos (English only)

  • Page 7: Welcome

    BrightView display, Wireless 802.11n networking, and high-quality speakers. The interactive screen makes wall mounting a good choice for the HP TouchSmart PC. The hardware to adapt the computer for wall mounting (not the actual wall mount) is included with select models and can be purchased.

  • Page 8: Cables And Accessories

    Cables and accessories What’s in the box Power cord Keyboard and mouse (wireless option shown with receiver) Cleaning cloth Setup poster and documentation Computers with TV tuners Infrared (IR) emitter cable Remote control Computers with wall-mounting option VESA plate adapter assembly User Guide (Features may vary by model) Use to connect computer to power source.
  • Page 9 Cables not included but that may be required Ethernet (LAN) cable Coaxial cable S-Video cable Audio/video composite cable TV tuner (composite video to S-Video) adapter Use to connect to a wired network. Use to connect to an Internet connection with a cable modem, or to connect the TV signal source to the computer.

  • Page 10: Front And Right Side Of The Hp Touchsmart Pc

    1600 x 900 and a fast response time of 5 ms.** The display is optimized for an elegant touch experience. Your fingertip is all you need to interact with the HP TouchSmart. The durable glass panel is sturdy and delightfully responsive.
  • Page 11 Read and play CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD Audio, DVD+/-R DL, DVD-Video, Video CD, and Blue-ray disc (with BD drive only). * HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the CD/DVD Eject button Press the Eject button to remove the CD/DVD from the disc drive.

  • Page 12: Left Side Of The Hp Touchsmart Pc

    Function Adjust the sound level up or down, or mute the sound. The HP TouchSmart Ambient Light casts a glow from the computer base. Ambient Light is turned off by default. Turn the Ambient Light on or off by pressing the Ambient Light button.

  • Page 13: Back Of The Hp Touchsmart Pc

    Back of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model Item Function Security lock slot Insert a security lock (sold separately), which enables you to secure your computer from theft and unwanted changes. Gigabit Connect to the Internet through your wired network.

  • Page 14: Activity Led Indicator Lights

    Item S-Video In (TV tuner models only) Activity LED indicator lights The following are the activity indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on your HP TouchSmart PC: Webcam Power Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Remote control IR receiver (select models only)

  • Page 15: Connecting The Power Source

    Plug the power cord into an AC power source through a surge protector/uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Cable Management The HP TouchSmart PC includes an easy-to-use cable-management feature; all cables connected at the back of the computer are routed through the opening in the computer stand. Welcome...

  • Page 16: Computer Stand

    Then, if you want to change the angle of the HP TouchSmart PC, hold each side of the computer and tilt it back to an angle of between 5 degrees and 40 degrees from the vertical.

  • Page 17: Computer Swivel

    Computer Swivel The computer allows a usable range of motion with the swivel feature. Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Select models only Your wireless keyboard and mouse are easy to set up. Just remove the battery tabs from both the keyboard and the mouse.

  • Page 18: Synchronizing The Wireless Keyboard Or Mouse

    You may need to manually synchronize the wireless keyboard or mouse if they are not functioning. To synchronize them: Make sure the keyboard and mouse are next to the HP TouchSmart PC, within 30 cm and away from interference from other devices.

  • Page 19: Ambient Light

    Press the Ambient Light button on the left side of the computer to turn the Ambient Light on. Adding Hardware and Software HP TouchSmart PCs may not be compatible with all of the software you install or all of the hardware you add. Make sure your hardware and software are compatible with the operating system.

  • Page 20: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet Your HP TouchSmart PC is designed to support a wireless (select models only) or wired LAN that connects your computer to other devices, such as printers and other PCs. The network connection to the Internet is usually through a broadband modem (digital subscriber line [DSL] or cable), which requires a separate subscription.

  • Page 21: Wired Home Network

    If you have a wired network in your home with Ethernet connectors in the wall, connect directly from your computer Ethernet port to the Ethernet wall connector with an Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port on the HP TouchSmart PC is located on the back of the computer, behind the connector cover.

  • Page 22: Bluetooth Devices

    See “Windows Media Center setup wizard” on page 19. Point the remote control at the IR receiver on the lower-right side of the HP TouchSmart PC to start Windows Media Center, and use this program to watch and record TV shows. For more information about setting up and using Windows Media Center, go to: www.microsoft.com, or tap the Start...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Tv Signal Source To The Computer

    WARNING: Please read “Additional Safety Information” in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting your HP TouchSmart PC to the electrical power system. To connect a TV signal to the computer, your computer needs a TV tuner, which is included with select models only.

  • Page 24: Using A Set-Top Box With Windows Media Center (Optional Step)

    Using a set-top box with Windows Media Center (optional step) Sold separately Refer to your set-top box documentation for more details. Connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video In connector (A), located at the back of the computer behind the connector cover. Connect the other end of the cable to your set-top box. You may need a composite video to S-Video adapter (sold separately) to connect the set-top box Video Out to the S-Video In connector (A).

  • Page 25: Windows Media Center Setup Wizard

    IR sensor (receiver) window on the set-top box (C). To locate the remote infrared sensor window, shine a flashlight through the plastic on the front of the set-top box. When you use the remote control, point it at the front of the HP TouchSmart PC (E), not at the set-top box.

  • Page 26: Sound Options

    Audio receiver Headphones NOTES: The HP TouchSmart PC supports powered speaker systems only. Powered speakers require a separate power supply. When the Audio Line In connector is being used, the following are affected: the output to the internal speakers, the Audio Line Out connector, and the headphones connector. For example, if you are playing sound through your internal speakers and then you connect an MP3 device through your Audio Line In connector, you will hear both sounds.

  • Page 27: Adjusting Speaker Volume

    Volume Mixer. The Volume Mixer window opens. To adjust the volume for HP TouchSmart programs (Notes, Music, and Video), be sure to adjust both the speaker volume and the HP TouchSmart program volume. Scroll to the right in the Applications area to see all choices.

  • Page 28: Configuring Sound For Windows Media Center

    Connecting a Printer You can connect a printer by using the USB connectors on the sides or back of the HP TouchSmart PC, or you can use a wireless printer.

  • Page 29: Power Settings

    Choose an option to change the look of your desktop. You can choose to change the desktop background or the screen saver. There is an option to turn high contrast on or off, various options to accommodate low vision, and more.

  • Page 30: Installing A Security Lock

    To turn off the monitor from the keyboard: Press the Fn key and simultaneously press the F9 key to turn off the monitor if you are leaving for some time. The computer continues to run; this is a power-saving feature. Press Fn + F9 again to turn the monitor on again.

  • Page 31: Cleaning The Hp Touchsmart Pc Screen

    The touch screen has a glass surface that can be cleaned by using the cleaning cloth that came with your HP TouchSmart PC. You can also use a soft cloth or paper towel dampened with a typical household glass cleaner to clean the touch screen.

  • Page 32: Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware

    Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware Disposing of electronic waste responsibly has been an HP priority for more than 20 years. If this computer is a replacement for an older PC you no longer need, go to www.hp.com/go/recycle to find out how HP can help you dispose of your old computer with minimum impact on the planet.

  • Page 33: Software Overview

    Double-tap the HP TouchSmart shortcut icon on the desktop. Navigating HP TouchSmart Use touch or the wireless keyboard and mouse to select and deselect items in HP TouchSmart. The following table shows additional ways to access and navigate programs within HP TouchSmart:...
  • Page 34 User Guide (Features may vary by model) Description (continued) Tap the Windows 7 icon in the upper-left corner to minimize HP TouchSmart and go to the Microsoft Windows desktop. To quickly scroll left and right or up and down, you can touch and drag your finger across the screen in the direction you want to scroll.

  • Page 35: Touch Techniques Outside Hp Touchsmart Software

    HP TouchSmart Tiles When you open HP TouchSmart software, you see a row of large tiles and a row of small tiles below that. Tiles are shortcuts to software programs, features in HP TouchSmart, or links to Web sites. Use the large tile area for programs you use often, and use the small tiles for the rest of your program shortcuts.

  • Page 36: Creating New Tiles

    Place a check mark in the Icon check box to display the program icon in the tile, and then tap OK. Your program shortcut appears as a small tile on the bottom of the HP TouchSmart homepage. Tap OK to return to the HP TouchSmart homepage.

  • Page 37: Hiding Tiles

    Choose a tile color, or to change a tile icon, tap the Change button and choose an icon. Tap Done. HP TouchSmart Tutorials Tap this tile to watch new HP TouchSmart tutorials. Get the basics, or browse through the menu to find a subject you want to learn more about. HP TouchSmart Browser Not available in all countries/regions HP TouchSmart Browser is a simple viewer for displaying live content in your HP TouchSmart homepage.

  • Page 38: Rss Feeds

    Some RSS feeds distribute other types of digital content, including pictures, audio files, videos, or updates to view when you choose. HP TouchSmart includes an RSS Feed Reader where you view feeds from Web sites. You can add an RSS Feed tile by adding a new tile and choosing RSS Feed.

  • Page 39: Photo Library

    Photo library You can view any photos you have on your hard drive with HP TouchSmart Photos. To get photos from your camera: Remove the memory card from your camera, and insert it into the memory card reader on the lower- right side of the computer.

  • Page 40: Hiding Photos

    You can also play CDs, view song titles and album art, and create editable playlists. Unlike other HP TouchSmart tiles, if you have music playing and drag the music tile to the lower tile row, your music still plays, and control buttons are still visible.

  • Page 41: Moving Music Files Into Hp Touchsmart Music

    Moving songs from iTunes into HP TouchSmart Music HP TouchSmart can play music from only one music library at a time. HP TouchSmart Media Library is the default library. To access songs from iTunes (not preinstalled, downloaded separately) and add them to your music library: Download iTunes to your hard drive from www.apple.com/downloads (Internet access...

  • Page 42: Creating And Editing Playlists

    Deleting songs To delete a song from your music library, navigate to your hard drive (from the Windows desktop), open the Music folder where you added your music, and delete it from there.

  • Page 43: Music Store

    HP TouchSmart Video supports the following video file formats: .mpg, .mpeg, .dvr-ms, .wmv, .asf, and .avi. * HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law.

  • Page 44: Webcam And Microphone

    HP TouchSmart computer. Capturing webcam video and snapshots Use HP TouchSmart to record video and take snapshots. Use the YouTube button to upload videos. NOTE: The YouTube Web site is not available in all countries/regions. YouTube requires an Internet connection, and you must set up an account.

  • Page 45: Making A Video

    If you tapped Keep, tap Cancel to exit the webcam feature. Find your new video. The file name reflects the date and time of recording. You can rename the file either in Windows 7 or in HP TouchSmart Video. The webcam resolution is VGA 640 x 480. Video playlists You can organize your videos by creating video playlists, much as you might with music.

  • Page 46: Uploading Videos To Youtube

    Download and set up an account with an Internet messenger or video phone call program (or set up an account with Windows Live Messenger—MSN Hotmail, MSN Messenger, or Passport will work— which is included in select models of HP TouchSmart). The person you are calling must have the same video calling software.

  • Page 47: Hp Touchsmart Movie Themes

    HP TouchSmart Notes With HP TouchSmart Notes, you can create text notes and voice notes using touch, the keyboard, a video, photos, or by recording your own voice. This is a fun way to make notes to yourself or others who use the computer.

  • Page 48: Deleting Notes

    Select Fahrenheit or Celsius. Tap OK to confirm the settings. Tap the House icon to return to the HP TouchSmart homepage. HP TouchSmart Clock Personalize your TouchSmart clock to show the time for one, two, or three different time zones.

  • Page 49: Hp Touchsmart Recipe Box

    Tap the information guide to enable voice commands. The information guide recites all ingredients and then the procedures. You do not need to refer to a recipe; you get it all by the HP TouchSmart voice instruction. The instructions stop after each line, so you can complete the procedure at your own pace.

  • Page 50: Hp Touchsmart Netflix

    Software Quick Reference Table In addition to the HP TouchSmart software suite, you may have the following programs installed. Some of the software listed in the following table is included with select models only. This is not a complete list of all the software included with your computer.
  • Page 51 Quickly organize the Web links you want to keep available to you on your desktop. Comparison-shop by using the convenient shopping search engine. Get HP software and driver updates. Get important messages from HP. Access PC Health and Security and PC Help tools.
  • Page 52 User Guide (Features may vary by model)

  • Page 53: Remote Control

    Remote Control Using the remote control Select models only The remote control works with Windows Media Center and other software. This remote control helps you navigate on the computer just as a TV remote control helps you navigate cable TV options or control the playback of a movie in a DVD player.

  • Page 54: Remote Control Buttons

    LED — Activity indicator light. The LED tells you that the remote control is emitting a signal when you press a button. A/V source button — For HP TouchSmart User Guide (Features may vary by model) PC game console models only.
  • Page 55 Yellow — Opens a Teletext menu. Blue — Opens a Teletext menu. Live TV — (Windows Media Center only) Displays the full-screen view of live TV. Moves a TV program forward to the end of the pause buffer and resumes playing live TV. OK —...
  • Page 56 User Guide (Features may vary by model)

  • Page 57: Software Troubleshooting And System Recovery

    Click the plus sign (+) to expand the type of device you want to update or rollback. (For example, DVD/CD-ROM drives). Double-click the specific item (for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). Click the Driver tab. To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions.

  • Page 58: Microsoft System Restore

    Microsoft System Restore Microsoft Windows 7 includes a feature that enables you to restore your computer configuration to a configuration that was in use before the current software problem existed. The feature does this by creating a restore point where it records the computer settings at that time and date. When a new program is installed, the operating system automatically creates a restore point before it adds the new software.

  • Page 59: Creating Data Backup Discs

    To uninstall a program: Close all software programs and folders. Uninstall the damaged program: Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel. Under Programs, click Uninstall a program. Select the program you want to remove, and then click Uninstall. Click Yes if you want to continue with the uninstall process.

  • Page 60: System Recovery

    System Recovery System recovery completely erases and reformats the hard disk drive, deleting all data files you have created. System recovery reinstalls the operating system, programs, and drivers. However, you must reinstall any software that was not installed on the computer at the factory. This includes software that came on CDs included in the computer accessory box, and software programs you installed after purchase.

  • Page 61: System Recovery Options

    Through the hard disk drive, by pressing the F11 key on the keyboard during system startup. Through recovery discs that you create. Through recovery discs purchased from HP Support. To purchase recovery discs, go to www.hp.com/support and visit the Software & Driver downloads page for your computer model.

  • Page 62: Starting System Recovery From User-Created Recovery Discs

    Next. System recovery begins. After system recovery is complete, tap Finish to restart the computer. Complete the registration process, and wait until you see the desktop. Turn off the computer, reconnect all peripheral devices, and turn the computer back on.

  • Page 63: Additional Troubleshooting

    HP Support Assistant helps you maintain your PC performance and resolve problems faster with automated updates, onboard diagnostics, and guided assistance. To open HP Support Assistant, tap the Start button, All Programs, HP, and then tap HP Support Assistant. Windows 7 Troubleshooting Tools Windows 7 provides troubleshooting tools that can automatically troubleshoot and fix common computer problems.
  • Page 64 User Guide (Features may vary by model)

  • Page 65: Index

    Windows Media Center backup backup discs, creating Bluetooth antenna features using Browser tile button computer power/sleep DVD control HP TouchSmart cable management Calendar tile camera distance from position Canvas tile carpal tunnel syndrome burning using the CD/DVD drive cleaning the monitor...
  • Page 66 Recipe Box tile Recovery Manager reinstall a software program remote control IR receiver LED using with HP TouchSmart repairing software repetitive strain injury (RSI), see Safety & Comfort Guide resolution, monitor restoring your computer configuration Rhapsody...
  • Page 67 set-top box connecting to computer remote emitter cable for with Windows Media Center sleep mode slideshows, making software reinstalling repairing updating upgrading software programs DVD Play songs, deleting SoundMAX connecting speakers enabling digital speaker or audio receiver microphones speaker volume speakers adjusting volume connecting...
  • Page 68 Part number: 575631-031...

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