HP Presario CQ71-300 - Notebook PC User Manual
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- Page 1 Multimedia User Guide...
- Page 2 © Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Development Company, L.P. This user guide describes features that are Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of common to most models. Some features Microsoft Corporation. may not be available on your computer. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components ....................2 Adjusting the volume ..........................3 Using the media activity functions ......................4 Using the media activity hotkeys ..................4 2 Multimedia software Using DVD Play software ........................5 Using other preinstalled multimedia software .................. - Page 4 Adjusting webcam properties ......................20 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD ..........21 The computer does not detect the optical drive ................. 22 A disc does not play ........................... 22 A disc does not play automatically .....................
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Page 5: Multimedia Features
Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ●... -
Page 6: 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 light (select models only) Turns on when video software accesses the webcam. Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs. -
Page 7: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Hotkeys: ◦ To mute or restore speaker sound, press fn+asterisk. ◦ To decrease speaker sound, press fn+minus sign. Hold down the hotkey to decrease speaker sound incrementally. ◦... -
Page 8: Using The Media Activity Functions
Using the media activity functions The media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD, DVD, or BD (Blu-ray Disc) in the optical drive. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the key (1) and a function key (2). ●... -
Page 9: Multimedia Software
Multimedia software Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music, watch movies, and view pictures. The following sections provide details about HP DVD Play and other preinstalled multimedia software. Using DVD Play software DVD Play turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With DVD Play, you can enjoy music and DVD movies. -
Page 10: 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 11: Connecting External Audio Devices
Connecting external audio devices WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. To connect external devices such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the information provided with the device. -
Page 12: Video
Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices Connecting an external monitor or projector The external monitor port connects an external display device such as an external monitor or a projector to the computer. -
Page 13: Connecting An Hdmi Device (Select Models Only)
Connecting an HDMI device (select models only) Select computer models include an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port. The HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. The computer can support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external display. -
Page 14: Configuring Audio For Hdmi (Select Models Only)
Configuring audio for HDMI (select models only) To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port on your computer. Then configure the default audio playback device as follows: Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. -
Page 15: Optical Drive
Optical drive Your computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer. Identify what kind of device is installed in your computer to see its capabilities. The optical drive allows you to read data discs, play music, and watch movies. If your computer includes a Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive, then you can also watch high-definition video from disc. -
Page 16: Using Optical Discs
Using optical discs An optical drive, such as a DVD-ROM drive, supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). These discs store information, such as music, photos, and movies. DVDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs. Your optical drive can read standard CD and DVD discs. If your optical drive is a Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive, it can also read Blu-ray discs. -
Page 17: Selecting The Right Disc
Selecting the right disc An optical drive supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). CDs, used to store digital data, are also used for commercial audio recordings and are convenient for your personal storage needs. DVDs are used primarily for movies, software, and data backup purposes. DVDs are the same form factor as CDs but have 6 to 7 times the storage capacity. -
Page 18: Lightscribe Dvd+R Discs
LightScribe DVD+R discs Use LightScribe DVD+R discs for sharing and storing data, home videos, and photos. These discs are read-compatible with most DVD-ROM drives and DVD video players. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you can write data to the disc and then add a designer label to the outside of the disc. -
Page 19: Watching A Movie
Close the disc tray. If you have not yet configured AutoPlay, the AutoPlay dialog box opens and asks how you want to use the media content. Choose DVD Play or Windows Media Player, both preinstalled on your computer. NOTE: After you insert a disc, a short pause is normal. If Sleep or Hibernation is initiated during playback of a disc, you may experience the following behaviors: ●... -
Page 20: Changing Dvd Region Settings
Changing DVD region settings Most DVDs that contain copyrighted files also contain region codes. The region codes help protect copyrights internationally. You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive. -
Page 21: Creating Or "Burning" A Cd Or Dvd
Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD NOTE: Observe the copyright warning. It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. Do not use this computer for such purposes. If your computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, you can use software such as Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to burn data, video, and audio files, including MP3 and WAV music files. -
Page 22: Removing A Cd, Dvd, Or Bd
Removing a CD, DVD, or BD Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. -
Page 23: Webcam (Select Models Only)
Webcam (select models only) Your computer may include an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. The webcam is an input device that allows you to capture and share video. Preinstalled CyberLink YouCam software provides new features that expand the webcam experience. To use the webcam and CyberLink YouCam software, select Start >... -
Page 24: 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 25: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 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 26: The Computer Does Not Detect The Optical Drive
The computer does not detect the optical drive If the computer does not detect the optical drive, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. If you suspect that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is listed in the Device Manager utility. -
Page 27: A Disc Does Not Play Automatically
– or – ◦ The playback window in the multimedia program may close. To return to playing the disc, click the Play button in your multimedia program to restart the disc. In rare cases, you may need to exit the program and then restart it. ●... -
Page 28: 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 Screen resolution. -
Page 29: A Device Driver Must Be Reinstalled
A device driver must be reinstalled Remove any discs from the optical drive. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the System area, click Device Manager. In the Device Manager window, click the arrow next to the type of driver you want to uninstall and then reinstall (for example, DVD/CD-ROMs, Modems, and so on). -
Page 30: Obtaining The Latest Windows Device Drivers
Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers You can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by using Windows Update. This feature can be set to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. To use Windows Update: Click Start >... -
Page 31: Index
Index adjusting webcam properties 20 earbuds 2 optical disc audio devices, connecting external audio devices, Blu-ray 14 external 7 connecting 7 inserting 14 audio features 6 external monitor port 8 removing, with power 18 audio functions, checking 7 using 12 audio-in (microphone) jack 2 optical drive 11, 12 HDMI... - Page 32 webcam adjusting properties 20 tips 20 using 19 webcam light 2 Index...