Compaq 6535b - Notebook PC User Manual
Compaq 6535b - Notebook PC User Manual

Compaq 6535b - Notebook PC User Manual

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  • Page 1 Multimedia User Guide...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2008 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 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components ....................2 Adjusting the volume ..........................4 Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD ...................... 5 2 Multimedia software Accessing your preinstalled multimedia software ................. 7 Installing multimedia software from a disc .................... 8 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices ....................
  • Page 6 Index ................................... 28...
  • Page 7: Multimedia Features

    Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music and view photos and video. 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. Component Description Internal microphones (2) (select models only) Record sound. NOTE: Some models have one internal microphone. HP Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs. Speakers (2) Produce sound.
  • Page 9 Component Description Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, or a headset. 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.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume buttons (select models only): ◦ To mute or restore volume, press the mute button (1). ◦ To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone (2) from right to left. ◦...
  • Page 11: Creating Or "Burning" A Cd Or Dvd

    Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD If your 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. To burn video files to a CD or DVD, use MyDVD.
  • Page 12: Multimedia Software

    Multimedia software Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music and view photos and video. The following section provides details about how to access your preinstalled software. Chapter 2 Multimedia software...
  • Page 13: 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. Accessing your preinstalled multimedia software...
  • Page 14: Installing Multimedia Software From A Disc

    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. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer’s instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer’s...
  • Page 15: 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 16: 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 17: Checking Your Audio Functions

    Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on your computer, follow these steps: Select Start > Control Panel. Select Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. When the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program events, select any sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and then click the Test button.
  • Page 18: 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 Chapter 4 Video...
  • Page 19: Connecting An Optional External Monitor Or Projector

    Connecting an optional external monitor or projector 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 20: Connecting An Optional S-Video Device

    Connecting an optional S-Video device The 4-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 21: Hp Webcam (Select Models Only)

    HP 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 22: 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 23: Adjusting Webcam Preferences

    Adjusting webcam preferences You can adjust webcam preferences, including the following: ● 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.
  • Page 24: 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 25: For More Information

    For more information For details about using your webcam, select the Help menu in the software Help. For more information...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. Chapter 6 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 27: 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 28: 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, use Device Manager to troubleshoot the device and update, uninstall, or disable the device driver. To check your device and drivers in Device Manager, follow these steps: Remove any discs from the optical drive.
  • Page 29: 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 either of the following procedures to obtain HP device drivers. To use HP Update: Select Start >...
  • Page 30: 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 31: A Disc Does Not Play Automatically

    A disc does not play automatically Select Start > My Computer. Right-click the device (such as CD-ROM drive), and then click Properties. Click the AutoPlay tab, and then select one of the available actions. Click OK. NOTE: For more information about AutoPlay, refer to Help and Support. A disc does not play automatically...
  • Page 32: 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 Properties >...
  • Page 33: The Process Of Burning A Disc Does Not Begin, Or It Stops Before Completion

    The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ● Be sure that all other programs are closed. ● Turn off Standby and Hibernation. ● Be sure that you are using the right kind of disc for your drive. See your user guides for more information about disc types.
  • Page 34 Index audio-out (headphone) 3 webcam tips 16 audio devices, connecting S-Video-out 14 webcam, identifying 2 external 10 webcam, using 15 audio features 9 microphone (audio-in) jack 3 audio functions, checking 11 microphone, internal 2 audio-in (microphone) jack, monitor, connecting 13 identifying 3 multimedia components, audio-out (headphone) jack,...

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