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 video features ........................4 Using the external monitor port .................... 4 Using the S-Video-out jack ....................
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.
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 headphones,...
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume hotkey—A combination of the (1) key and either the pg dn (2), pg up (3), or home (4) function key: ◦ To mute or restore volume, press fn+home. ◦...
Volume can also be adjusted within some programs. 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. ▲...
Using the S-Video-out jack 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.
Using the webcam (select models only) Select computer models include an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. To access the webcam and CyberLink YouCam software, select Start > All Programs > CyberLink YouCam > YouCam. NOTE: The first time you access the webcam software, you may experience a brief delay as the software loads.
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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. If you are having trouble viewing or sending video to someone on another LAN or outside your network firewall, temporarily disable the firewall.
Adjusting webcam properties You can adjust the following webcam 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;...
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 (CD or DVD) Turn on the computer.
Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) There are 2 ways to remove a disc, depending on whether the disc tray opens normally or not. When the disc tray opens 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.
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Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case.
Using the media activity functions The media activity hotkeys 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.
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 ●...
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 >...
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.
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.