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Your computer also has an audio chip that enables you to enjoy various multimedia audio features, such as
the following:
• Compliant with High Definition Audio
• Playback of MIDI and MP3 files
• Recording and playback of PCM and WAV files
• Recording from various sound sources, such as a headset attached
The following list provides information about supported functions of the audio devices attached to the
connectors on your computer or the docking station.
• Headset with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inch), 4-pole plug: Headphone and microphone functions
• Conventional headphone: Headphone function
Note: The conventional microphone is not supported.
Using the smart audio feature
The smart audio feature is supported on some computer models. To help protect against hearing loss, the
feature limits the computer's maximum wide band true RMS output voltage to 130 mV when a headset or
headphone is connected.
To change the setting, do the following:
1. Go to Control Panel and view by Large icons.
2. Click SmartAudio. In the window displayed, click the Disable Headphone Limiter icon. Then follow the
on-screen instructions.
Using the camera
If your computer has a camera, you can use the camera to preview your video image and take a snapshot of
your current image.
To start the camera, do the following:
• For Windows 7: Start the Communications Utility program. See "Accessing Lenovo programs" on page
12.
• For Windows 10: Open the Start menu and click Camera.
When the camera is started, the indicator is turned on in green, indicating that the camera is in use.
You also can use the integrated camera with other programs that provide features such as photographing,
video capturing, and video conferencing. To use the integrated camera with other programs, open one of the
programs and start the photographing, video capturing, or video conferencing function. Then, the camera
starts automatically and the green camera status indicator turns on. For more information about using the
camera with a program, see the help information system of the program.
Configuring camera settings
You can configure the camera settings to meet your needs, such as adjusting the quality of the video output.
To configure the camera settings, do the following:
• For Windows 7: Start the Communications Utility program and configure the camera settings as desired.
• For Windows 10: Do one of the following:
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Chapter 2
Using your computer
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