HP Pavilion dv9600 - Entertainment Notebook PC User Manual
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- Page 1 Multimedia User Guide...
- Page 2 © Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. 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. ENWW... - Page 4 Product notice ENWW...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Using multimedia hardware Using the audio features ........................1 Using the audio-in (microphone) jack .................. 2 Using the audio-out (headphone) jack ................. 2 Adjusting the volume ......................3 Using the Quick Launch buttons ......................4 Using the video features ........................5 Using the external monitor port .................... - Page 6 ENWW...
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Page 7: Using Multimedia Hardware
Using multimedia hardware Using the audio features The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer. Component Description Internal microphones (2) Record sound. Speakers (2) Produce sound. Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. -
Page 8: Using The Audio-In (Microphone) Jack
Using the audio-in (microphone) jack The computer is equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports an optional stereo array or monaural microphone. Using sound recording software with external microphones allows for stereo recordings. When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. Using the audio-out (headphone) jack WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on... -
Page 9: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume buttons: ● To mute or restore volume, press the mute button (1). ● To decrease volume, press the volume down button (2). ● To increase volume, press the volume up button (3). NOTE: The tapping sound made by the volume button is enabled at the factory. -
Page 10: Using The Quick Launch Buttons
Using the Quick Launch buttons The media button (1) and DVD button (2) functions vary by model and installed software. With these buttons, you can watch movies, listen to music, and view pictures. Pressing the media button launches the QuickPlay program. Pressing the DVD button launches the DVD playback feature of the QuickPlay program. -
Page 11: Using The Video Features
Using the video features 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. ▲... -
Page 12: Using The S-Video-Out Jack (Select Models Only)
Using the S-Video-out jack (select models only) The 7-pin S-Video-out jack connects the computer to an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. To transmit video signals through the S-Video-out jack, you need an S-Video cable, available from most electronics retailers. -
Page 13: Using The Camera (Select Models Only)
Using the camera (select models only) Select computer models include an integrated camera, located on the top of the display. The camera can be used with a variety of software for the following functions: ● Capturing video ● Streaming video with instant message software ●... -
Page 14: Adjusting Camera Properties
Adjusting camera properties You can adjust the following camera properties: ● Brightness—Controls the amount of light that is incorporated into the image. A higher brightness setting creates a brighter image; a lower brightness setting creates a darker image. ● Contrast—Controls the difference between lighter and darker areas on the image. A higher contrast setting intensifies the image;... -
Page 15: Using An Optical Drive
Using an optical drive Depending on the type of optical drive and software installed in your computer, the optical drive plays, copies, and creates CDs or DVDs. Identifying the installed optical drive Select Start > Computer. ▲ Inserting an optical disc Turn on the computer. -
Page 16: Removing An Optical Disc When Running On Battery Or External Power
Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media 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 17: Removing An Optical Disc When No Computer Power Is Available
Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available 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 tray is released, and then 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 18: Using The Media Activity Functions
Using the media activity functions The media activity hotkeys and the media activity buttons (select models only) control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted into the optical drive. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the key (1) and a function key. -
Page 19: Using The Media Activity Buttons
Using the media activity buttons The following illustration and topics describe the functions of the media activity buttons. ● Previous/rewind button (1) ● Play/pause button (2) ● Next/fast forward button (3) ● Stop button (4) Previous/rewind button Media Button Function status Playing Previous/rewind button... -
Page 20: Next/Fast Forward Button
Next/fast forward button Medi Button Function statu Playin Next/fast forward button Plays the next track or chapter. Playin + next/fast forward button Fast forwards the playback. Stop button Medi Button Function statu Playin Stop button Stops the playback. Chapter 1 Using multimedia hardware ENWW... -
Page 21: Working With Multimedia Software
Working with multimedia software The computer includes preinstalled multimedia software. Some computer models also include additional multimedia software on an optical disc. Depending on the hardware and software included with the computer, the following multimedia tasks may be supported: ● Playing digital media, including audio and video CDs, audio and video DVDs, and Internet radio ●... -
Page 22: Opening Preinstalled Multimedia Software
Opening preinstalled multimedia software Select Start > All Programs. Click the program that you want to open. Installing multimedia software from a disc Insert the disc into the optical drive. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. Restart the computer if prompted to do so. Using multimedia software Select Start >... -
Page 23: Preventing Playback Disruptions
Preventing playback disruptions To reduce the possibility of playback disruption: ● Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Do not connect or disconnect hardware while playing a disc. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. Otherwise, you may see a warning message asking if you want to continue. -
Page 24: 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 25: Index
Index DVD region settings 18 optical drive audio features 1 playing 17 audio-in (microphone) jack 2 protecting 15 earbuds 1 audio-in (microphone) jack, external monitor port 5 identifying 1 ports audio-out (headphone) jack 1, 2 external monitor 5 headphones 1 programs buttons multimedia 15...