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- Page 1 Multimedia User Guide...
- Page 2 © Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services.
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Page 3: Product Notice
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. - Page 4 Product notice...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components ....................2 Adjusting the volume ..........................3 Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD ...................... 4 2 Multimedia software Accessing your preinstalled multimedia software ................. 6 Installing multimedia software from a disc .................... 6 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices ...................... -
Page 7: Multimedia Features
Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music and view pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Integrated stereo speakers for listening to music ● Integrated microphone for recording your own audio ●... -
Page 8: Identifying Your Multimedia Components
Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer. NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description Webcam Enables video calls, records audio and video, and captures still photographs. -
Page 9: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume hotkey—A combination of the key (1) and either the (2), (3), or function key: ◦ To mute or restore volume, press fn+f9. ◦ To decrease volume, press fn+f11. ◦... -
Page 10: Creating Or "Burning" A Cd Or Dvd
Under System icons, select the Volume check box. Click OK. ● Program volume control: Volume can also be adjusted within some programs. Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD If your external optical drive is a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, you can use software such as Windows Media Player to burn data and audio files, including MP3 and WAV music files. -
Page 11: Multimedia Software
Multimedia software Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music and view pictures. The following section provides details about how to access your preinstalled software. -
Page 12: Accessing Your Preinstalled Multimedia Software
Accessing your preinstalled multimedia software To access your preinstalled multimedia software: Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia program you want to use. ▲ NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders. Installing multimedia software from a disc To install any multimedia software from a CD or DVD, follow these steps: Insert the disc into the optical drive. -
Page 13: Audio
Audio Your computer enables you to use a variety of audio features: ● Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from the Internet ●... -
Page 14: Connecting External Audio Devices
Connecting external audio devices To connect external devices such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the information provided with the device. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that the device cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer.) ●... -
Page 15: Video
Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices... -
Page 16: Using The External Monitor Port
Using the external monitor port The external monitor port connects an external display device, such as an external monitor or a projector, to the computer. To connect a display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. ▲ NOTE: If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4... -
Page 17: Webcam (Select Models Only)
Webcam (select models only) Your computer may include an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. With the preinstalled software, you can use the webcam to take a photo, record a video, or make an audio recording. You can preview the photo, video recording, or audio recording, and save it on your computer hard drive. -
Page 18: Webcam Tips
Webcam tips For optimum performance, observe the following guidelines while using the webcam: ● Be sure that you have the latest version of an instant message program before starting a video conversation. ● The webcam may not work properly across some network firewalls. NOTE: If you are having trouble viewing or sending multimedia files to someone on another LAN or outside your network firewall, temporarily disable the firewall, perform the task you want to... -
Page 19: Controlling The Webcam Focus (Select Models Only)
Controlling the webcam focus (select models only) You can control the webcam focus by selecting Start > All Programs > HP Webcam > HP Webcam > Settings > Options. The following focus options are available: ● Normal—The default setting, appropriate for normal photography. This range extends from several feet in front of the lens to infinity. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. Chapter 6 Troubleshooting... -
Page 21: The Optical Disc Tray Does Not Open For Removal Of A Cd Or Dvd
The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. Press in gently on the paper clip until the disc tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. -
Page 22: The Computer Does Not Detect The Optical Drive
The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect the optical drive, use Device Manager to troubleshoot the device and then update, uninstall, or roll back the device driver. To check your device and drivers in Device Manager, follow these steps: Remove any discs from the optical drive. -
Page 23: A New Device Driver Is Needed
A new device driver is needed Obtaining Microsoft device drivers Your computer is set to automatically check for and install Microsoft® device drivers when new devices are connected to your computer. Obtaining HP device drivers Follow these steps to obtain HP device drivers: Select Start >... -
Page 24: A Disc Does Not Play
A disc does not play ● Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Log off the Internet before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Be sure that you insert the disc properly. ●... -
Page 25: A Dvd Movie Is Not Visible On An External Display
A DVD movie is not visible on an external display If both the computer display and an external display are turned on, press fn+f4 one or more times to switch between the 2 displays. Configure the monitor settings to make the external display primary: Right-click on a blank area of the computer desktop, and select Personalize >... -
Page 26: Index
Index tips 12 audio devices, connecting monitor, connecting 10 using 11 external 8 multimedia components, audio features 7 identifying 2 audio functions, checking 8 multimedia software 5, 6 audio-in (microphone) jack 2 multimedia software, installing 6 audio-out (headphone) jack 2 mute button 3 AutoPlay 18 ports...