HP Dv2736us - Pavilion - Turion 64 X2 2.1 GHz User Manual
HP Dv2736us - Pavilion - Turion 64 X2 2.1 GHz User Manual

HP Dv2736us - Pavilion - Turion 64 X2 2.1 GHz 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.
  • 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...
  • 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 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 headphones,...
  • 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. ◦ To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from right to left. ◦...
  • 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

    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.
  • Page 13: Using The Hdmi Port (Select Models Only)

    Using the HDMI port (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: Using The Webcam (Select Models Only)

    Using the webcam (select models only) Select computer models include a webcam, located at the top of the display. To access the webcam and CyberLink YouCam software, select Start > All Programs > Accessories > CyberLink YouCam > YouCam. NOTE: The first time you access the webcam software, you may experience a brief delay as the software loads.
  • Page 15 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.
  • Page 16: Adjusting Webcam Properties

    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;...
  • Page 17: 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 (CD or DVD) Turn on the computer.
  • Page 18: Removing An Optical Disc (Cd Or Dvd)

    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.
  • Page 19 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.
  • Page 20: 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 21: Using The Media Activity Buttons

    Using the media activity buttons The following illustration and tables describe the functions of the media activity buttons when a disc is inserted in the optical drive. ● Previous/rewind button (1) ● Play/pause button (2) ● Next/fast forward button (3) ●...
  • Page 22: Next/Fast Forward Button

    Next/fast forward button Disc status Button Function Playing Next/fast forward button Plays the next track or chapter. Playing + next/fast forward button Fast forwards the playback. Stop button Disc status Button Function Playing Stop button Stops the playback. Chapter 1 Using multimedia hardware...
  • Page 23: 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 24: 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 25: 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 26: 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 27: Index

    Index programs audio features 1 HDMI port 7 multimedia 17 audio-in (microphone) jack 1, 2 headphone (audio-out) jacks 1 using 18 audio-out (headphone) jack 2 headphones 1 projector, connecting 5 audio-out (headphone) jacks 1 protecting playback 19 internal microphone, identifying 1 buttons Quick Launch buttons 4 DVD 4...

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