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  • Page 1 Getting Started...
  • Page 2 The only warranties for Hewlett-Packard products and services are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Help ....................1 Finding Onscreen Guides ..................1 Finding Guides on the Web..................1 Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center ............2 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder ................2 Using the hardware diagnostic tools ..............2 Using HP Total Care Advisor Software ..............3 Turning On the Computer for the First Time ..........5 Turning Off the Computer ..................6 Using Shut Down ....................6...
  • Page 4 Using the Keyboard ................19 Identifying Keyboard Features................19 Alphanumeric keys ..................19 Function keys ....................20 Edit keys......................20 Arrow keys .....................21 Numeric keys ....................21 Keyboard indicators ..................22 Special keyboard buttons .................22 Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons ..............23 Customizing the keyboard buttons ..............25 Keyboard Shortcuts....................26 Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting............26 Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard ...........26 Using the Mouse ..................29...
  • Page 5 Configuring Speaker and Sound Options ..........35 Adjusting speaker volume .................36 Selecting a microphone ..................37 Configuring audio output..................37 Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card......38 Configuring the FlexiJack connector ..............39 Sound Blaster X-Fi configuration modes ..............39 Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager ........40 The Realtek HD Audio Manager control screens ..........41 Configuring sound for recording with the Realtek HD Audio Manager....43 Retasking front panel audio connectors ..............44...
  • Page 6 Using the Norton Internet Security Antivirus Software ..........62 Configuring and registering Norton Internet Security software .......62 Manually running a scan ..................62 Setting a Full System Scan time .................63 Setting up a Custom Scan time ................63 Sending and Receiving E-Mail................64 Using Windows Mail ..................64 Using the e-mail program provided by your ISP ...........64 Software Quick Reference Table................65 Managing Files ..................69...
  • Page 7 Using Windows Media Center ..............97 Setting Up Windows Media Center ................98 Completing the setup wizard................98 Windows Media Center Start Menu..............100 Windows Media Center Start menu items ............100 Windows Media Center Features ................. 101 Watch and record live TV................102 The right music for the moment ................
  • Page 8 Listening to Online Radio Stations................. 123 Listening to FM Radio Stations................124 Setting Up the TV Signal..................125 Playing FM Radio Stations ................... 126 Organizing and Using Preset Radio Stations ............128 Using preset radio stations................129 Using the FM Radio and the TV Signal at the Same Time......... 129 Playing Music CDs .....................
  • Page 9 Working with Pictures and Videos ............151 Working with Digital Images ................151 Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center ............152 Adding Pictures in Windows Media Center ............152 Adding picture files from the hard disk drive ............. 152 Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center ............153 Viewing pictures as a slide show ..............
  • Page 10 Watching and Recording TV Programs ..........179 Navigating TV + Movies ..................179 Watching TV ..................... 181 Watching live TV................... 181 Controlling TV playback .................182 Using the remote control in TV + Movies............183 Using the Television Program Guide ..............184 Using Windows Media Center without the guide..........184 Television Program Guide errors..............185 Viewing the Television Program Guide .............

  • Page 11: Getting Help

    Getting Help Finding Onscreen Guides Onscreen guides are available in the User’s Guides folder (select models only). ® Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click All Programs. Click User Guides. Click an item to view it or use it. NOTE: If there are no guide titles listed in the folder, your computer has no onscreen guides.

  • Page 12: Using The Onscreen Help And Support Center

    Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Information about your computer is in the onscreen Help and Support Center (select models only). Here, you can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about commonly asked questions. To open the Help and Support Center: Press the Help button (select models only) on your keyboard.

  • Page 13: Using Hp Total Care Advisor Software

    Using HP Total Care Advisor Software HP Total Care Advisor is a desktop tool you use to monitor and access system health information about key areas of your computer. HP Total Care Advisor has four major areas: PC Health & Security provides a dashboard view of the status of key areas of your computer.
  • Page 14 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 15: Turning On The Computer For The First Time

    Turning On the Computer for the First Time After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you are ready to turn on the computer. Press the Power button on the monitor. Press the On button on the front of the computer. Turn on the speakers, if they are present.

  • Page 16: Turning Off The Computer

    Turning Off the Computer For best results, when using Microsoft Windows Vista, do not shut down the computer, except when you must turn off the power for safety reasons, such as to make repairs, install new hardware or cards in the computer chassis, or change a battery. As an alternative to shutting down the computer, you can lock it or put it into either Sleep or Hibernate mode, if it is available.

  • Page 17: Using Lock

    Using Lock If you lock the computer, only you or the administrator can log on to it. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click the Lock button. To unlock this computer, you must enter your password. Using Sleep mode When the computer is in Sleep mode, it goes into a reduced-power state.

  • Page 18: Using Hibernate Mode

    If the computer does not work properly when you wake it from Sleep mode, restart the computer. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button. Click Restart. Quickly press the On button on the front of the computer. Using Hibernate mode Hibernate mode is available as an advanced power setting.

  • Page 19: Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, Or Away Mode

    Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away mode You can set the computer to go into Sleep, Hibernate, or Away modes automatically when it is idle for a specified number of minutes. To put the computer into a mode automatically, modify the power management settings. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

  • Page 20: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet The computer can connect to the Internet through the telephone modem. There are other ways to connect to the Internet that do not use the telephone modem, such as a LAN (local area network) or DSL (digital subscriber line). Check with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for specific information on the connection.

  • Page 21: Using The Computer With Safety And Comfort

    Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information.

  • Page 22: Protecting The Computer

    Creating multiple user accounts on the same computer has certain advantages, as well as some drawbacks. Advantages to multiple user accounts: Ability to create individual user settings Ability to limit access to software for certain users Drawbacks to multiple user accounts: More memory (RAM) usage Multiple Temporary Internet Files folders to remove during Disk Cleanup More data to back up...

  • Page 23: Using Passwords

    Using passwords A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure the computer information. Several types of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords can be set in the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system on the computer.

  • Page 24: Using Antivirus Software

    Using antivirus software When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, software programs, or utilities, or cause them to function abnormally. Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and in most cases repair any damage that viruses may have caused.

  • Page 25: Configuring The Computer For Automatic Microsoft Software Updates

    Configuring the computer for automatic Microsoft software updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. HP recommends that you run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates. One way to keep the operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature. When you are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you through a pop-up message or icon in the notification area when critical updates are available.

  • Page 26: Installing Critical Security Updates

    Installing critical security updates CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information damage or loss from security breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert. Additional updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped.

  • Page 27: Transferring Files And Settings From An Old Computer To A New Computer

    If you need to restore factory settings after you install a program that is incompatible: Make sure you are logged in as an Administrator. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Help and Support. Click Recover factory settings. Choose an option, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
  • Page 28 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 29: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard IMPORTANT: Please see the documentation that came with the keyboard for additional information about using the keyboard, customizing keyboard buttons, and using any special keyboard keys. You may need to install keyboard software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the keyboard.

  • Page 30: Function Keys

    Function keys The function keys, located above the main keys, are labeled F1 through F12. Most function key operations vary by software program. F1 and F3 are available at all times: Pressing F1 opens a Help window for the software program being used. Pressing F3 opens a search window.

  • Page 31: Arrow Keys

    Arrow keys The arrow keys are controls for moving up, down, right, and left. You can use these keys instead of the mouse to move the cursor for navigation on a Web page, in a document, or in a game. Numeric keys Press the Num Lock key to lock and unlock the numeric key functions: When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is on, the numeric keys work in the same...

  • Page 32: Keyboard Indicators

    Keyboard indicators Each keyboard indicator is a light labeled with a name or with an icon for its status: Icon Name Description Num Lock When lit, numeric keys are locked as number keys and arithmetic functions. Caps Lock When lit, alphanumeric keys are locked to uppercase. Scroll Lock When lit, scroll function is locked.

  • Page 33: Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons

    Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons Your keyboard may not include some of the buttons listed. NOTE: The number, location, and labeling of buttons vary by keyboard model. Access buttons Icon Feature Description Sleep Puts computer into or out of power-saving mode. It may take 10–30 seconds before screen reappears.
  • Page 34 Icon Feature Description (continued) Shopping Goes to a shopping Web site. Can be reconfigured to open a site or software program. Sports Goes to a sports Web site. Can be reconfigured to open a site or software program. Finance Goes to a finance Web site. Can be reconfigured to open a site or software program.

  • Page 35: Customizing The Keyboard Buttons

    Icon Label Description (continued) Volume Volume knob controls speaker volume: Turn clockwise to increase speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume. NOTE: The Volume knob can continue to be turned, even after maximum volume has been reached. Volume Up and Down buttons control speaker volume: Press the Volume Up button to increase volume and the Volume Down button to decrease volume.

  • Page 36: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Keyboard Shortcuts Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of keys that you press simultaneously to perform specific actions. For example, from the Windows Vista desktop, press the Alt (alternate) key, the Ctrl (control) key, and the S key (the letter S) to display support information for the computer (including the model number, serial number, and service ID).
  • Page 37 Push and hold the Connect button (B) on the underside of the mouse until the blue LED on the receiver stops flashing. NOTE: The receiver connection session times out after 60 seconds. To ensure the connection was established instead of the receiver timing out, move the mouse and check for response.
  • Page 38 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 39: Using The Mouse

    Using the Mouse IMPORTANT: Please see any documentation that came with the mouse for additional information about using the mouse, customizing mouse buttons, and using special buttons or features that are included with the mouse. You may need to install mouse software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the mouse.

  • Page 40: Using The Mouse Buttons

    Using the Mouse Buttons The mouse has two or three buttons on the top: Click the left mouse button (A) to position the cursor or select an item. Click the right mouse button (C) to display a menu of commands for the item you clicked. On select models, use the scroll wheel button (B) in the center for scrolling and panning.

  • Page 41: Panning

    Panning Place the cursor anywhere in the document, and then press and hold down the scroll wheel button. Slowly move the mouse in the direction you want to pan. The farther that you move the mouse from the starting point, the faster the document pans. To stop panning, release the scroll wheel button.

  • Page 42: Changing The Double-Click Speed

    Changing the double-click speed To change the double-click speed of the right mouse button: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Control Panel. Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. Click Mouse. Click the Buttons tab. In the Double-click speed area, use the slider to adjust the double-click speed. Click Apply, and then click OK.

  • Page 43: Wireless Mouse And Keyboard Troubleshooting

    Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting If the wireless mouse and keyboard do not respond, see “Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard” in the “Using the Keyboard” chapter to resynchronize the devices. Using the Mouse...
  • Page 44 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 45: Configuring Speaker And Sound Options

    Configuring Speaker and Sound Options Speakers are included with the monitor (select models only), or they are sold separately. For details about connecting stereo speakers to the computer, see the setup poster. For details about connecting multichannel speakers, see “Connecting Speakers or Microphone”...

  • Page 46: Adjusting Speaker Volume

    Adjusting speaker volume Use the Volume icon on the taskbar to set speaker volume. Then, you can adjust the volume by using: The Volume knob or buttons on the keyboard (select models only). The Volume knob on the speakers (select models only). There are two ways to use the Volume icon: Click the orange Realtek HD Audio Manager Volume icon on the taskbar.

  • Page 47: Selecting A Microphone

    Selecting a microphone Your computer comes with one microphone connector on the back of the computer. Some models have a second microphone connector on the front of the computer. Only one microphone connector works at a time, and the back connector is ready to use unless you have the multichannel audio speakers option.

  • Page 48: Using The Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Or X-Fi Fatality Audio Card

    Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card This section provides an overview of configuring and recording with the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card (select models). Configuring the audio card software After you have installed and connected the speakers, follow these steps to configure multichannel audio output for computers: NOTE: Three modes are available;...

  • Page 49: Configuring The Flexijack Connector

    Configuring the FlexiJack connector Your audio device may have a FlexiJack connector that supports both microphone and Line input. If so, you can change the FlexiJack mode, if necessary. To do this, you must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher after you connect the audio cable to the FlexiJack connector on the audio card.

  • Page 50: Configuring Speakers With Realtek Hd Audio Manager

    Using Game Mode The Game Mode optimizes the audio card for playing games. Available features: Volume, bass, and treble controls Mixer settings Configuring speakers and headphones Configuring surround sound More information For more information about configuring and using the audio card, go to the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi documentation: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

  • Page 51: The Realtek Hd Audio Manager Control Screens

    The Realtek HD Audio Manager control screens Digital Output: Enables you to select the Environment and Equalizer settings. You can select an environment, such as Stone Room or Auditorium. Under Equalizer, you can either click a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later.
  • Page 52 Microphone: Enables fine control over the recording volume and playback volume of the microphone. Includes buttons for noise suppression and acoustic echo cancellation. Line In (Digital Input): Enables control over volume, playback, mute, recording, and multistreaming audio. Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 53: Configuring Sound For Recording With The Realtek Hd Audio Manager

    HDMI Output: Enables you to select the Environment and Equalizer settings. You can select an environment, such as Stone Room or Auditorium. Under Equalizer, you can either click a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later.

  • Page 54: Retasking Front Panel Audio Connectors

    Retasking front panel audio connectors You can retask the Line In, Mic In, Headphone, and Front Speaker Out connectors on the front of the computer, as necessary. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Control Panel. Click Hardware and Sound, and then click Realtek HD Audio Manager. Click a front connector icon that you want to retask.

  • Page 55: Configuring Multistreaming Audio

    Configuring multistreaming audio The Realtek HD Audio Manager software enables you to listen to two different audio sources on two different speaker sets. For example, you can hear one audio source through a rear-panel speaker connection, and a second source through a front-panel headphone or speaker connection. You must configure multistreaming audio for the system if you want to hear two audio sources on separate speakers.

  • Page 56: When To Use Multistreaming Audio

    When to use multistreaming audio You may multistream two audio sources as described in the following typical examples: For online gaming: You hear 5.1 game sound on AV receiver or powered speakers. You also hear gaming conversation on a headset. See “Example 1: For online gaming.”...

  • Page 57: Configuring Audio For Windows Media Center

    Example 2: For digital home entertainment To configure multistreaming audio output for digital home entertainment with Realtek HD Audio Manager: Connect the audio output connectors as follows: A headphone set or powered speakers to the front Headphone Out (green) connector for stereo music playback A set of powered stereo 5.1 or 7.1 speakers to the rear Speaker Out connectors for DVD playback sound output Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar to open the...

  • Page 58: Selecting Recording Devices

    Selecting recording devices (Type 6 connectors only) To select a sound recording device: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Control Panel. Click Sounds and Audio Devices (or Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices). The Sounds and Audio Devices window opens. Click the Audio tab.

  • Page 59: Using The Windows Media Center Remote Control

    Using the Windows Media Center Remote Control (Select models only) NOTE: The remote control is included with select models only. Features and location may vary. The remote control is designed to work with Windows Media Center. You can use the remote control with Windows Media Center to play CDs and DVDs, view pictures, and much more.

  • Page 60: Remote Control Buttons Overview

    Remote Control Buttons Overview On/Off (Sleep) — Puts the computer into and out of a power-reduced Sleep mode. It does not turn the computer off. Visualization — Displays visual imagery that is synchronized to the sound of the music tracks. Music —...
  • Page 61 0 to 9, #, * — Enters text and numbers into a Windows Media Center search or text box. Each time you press a number button, a different character appears. Press the Enter button to select a character. Clear — Deletes the last character entered. LED —...

  • Page 62: About The Remote Control

    About the Remote Control Use the remote control to open the Windows Media Center program, and use it to view TV, record TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video. To open Windows Media Center using the remote control, simply point it at the remote sensor, and press the Windows Media Center Start button Use the remote control at a maximum distance of 8 meters (26 feet) from the remote sensor and at a maximum of 22.5 degrees (45 degrees total) from the center of the remote...

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting The Remote Control

    Troubleshooting the Remote Control If the remote doesn’t work: Make sure that the batteries for the remote control are charged and installed correctly. Make sure the front of the remote sensor (IR receiver) is not blocked. Point the remote control within a 45-degree angle range and less than 8 meters (26 feet) away.
  • Page 64 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 65: Introducing Your Computer Software

    Introducing Your Computer Software The operation of your computer is controlled by two kinds of software: The Microsoft Windows Vista operating system, which displays the desktop on the monitor and controls your computer’s hardware, peripherals, and software programs. Software programs that perform specific functions, such as word processing. The software programs included with the computer may vary by model and by country/region.

  • Page 66: Removing Desktop Icons

    Removing desktop icons You can remove most desktop icons by deleting them. To delete a desktop icon: Right-click the desktop icon. Click Delete. The icon is placed in the Recycle Bin. Retrieving desktop icons Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on your desktop. Drag the icon onto the desktop.

  • Page 67: Organizing The All Programs List

    Organizing the All Programs list To change the name of an item: Right-click the item. Click Rename. Type the new name, and then press Enter on the keyboard. Click Yes in the message that appears. To copy an item: Right-click the item. Click Copy.

  • Page 68: Resizing Windows

    Resizing Windows All windows have three buttons in the upper-right corner. The middle button is either the Maximize button or the Restore Down button, depending on the state of the window. Feature Name Description Minimize Collapses the window to the taskbar (but does not close it). To bring the window back up, click the taskbar button with the name of the window.

  • Page 69: About The Internet

    About the Internet This section describes connecting to and using the Internet, including how to use a Web browser and electronic mail (e-mail). Use the Internet to search for information or services on the Web, or to retrieve, read, or send e-mail messages.

  • Page 70: Using A Browser

    Using a Browser A Web browser program searches for and displays Web site information. How you explore the Internet depends on whether your ISP provides the browser or allows you to choose your own. Once you are connected to the Internet, your browser opens the home Web page. You can go to a different Web site by entering its address (such as http://www.hp.com) into the address box in the browser, and then pressing Enter on your keyboard.

  • Page 71: Restricting Internet Content

    Restricting Internet content The Internet provides you with a wide variety of information, but some information may not be suitable for every viewer. With Content Advisor (a feature of Internet Explorer), you can: Set up a password. Control Internet access. Set up a list of Web sites that people who use your computer cannot view.

  • Page 72: Using The Norton Internet Security Antivirus Software

    Norton Internet Security, an antivirus software program, is preinstalled on your computer and includes a free trial subscription of protection updates. You can enable Symantec’s LiveUpdate ™ to obtain updates automatically whenever you are online. Hewlett-Packard strongly recommends that you protect the computer against new viruses beyond the trial period by purchasing an extended update service.

  • Page 73: Setting A Full System Scan Time

    Setting a Full System Scan time To schedule a time for a Norton Internet Security Full System Scan: Double-click the Norton Internet Security icon on the desktop. Click the Norton Internet Security tab. Click the Tasks & Scans bar. Click Configure a Scan. Click Schedule Full System Scan.

  • Page 74: Sending And Receiving E-Mail

    Sending and Receiving E-Mail E-mail enables you to send and receive letters, pictures, postcards, and even music and video clips. NOTE: E-mail may contain a virus in the message itself or as an attachment. To protect your computer, do not open any message that originates from an unfamiliar source or that appears suspect to you.

  • Page 75: Software Quick Reference Table

    Software Quick Reference Table (Select models only) Your computer includes a number of software programs that: Record and play CDs. Record data CDs. Import and edit video files. Record video CDs and DVDs. Organize digital media files. The following table describes the functionality that is specific to each of these programs. Use the table to determine which program to use to perform a task.
  • Page 76 With this program: You can: (continued) muvee autoProducer Add your own style to your movies with music, pictures, titles, scene transitions, (select models only) and captions. Edit your home movies. Save and burn multiple movie files to DVD. Use the magicSpot feature to control the motion effects applied to your pictures. CyberLink Power2Go Record data and music files.
  • Page 77 With this program: You can: (continued) Backup My PC Create computer backup files to protect your data and other important files on (select models only) your computer. NOTE: This software is included with the Personal Media Drive only. Microsoft Windows Import audio, video, and other media files from videotape, audiotape, Web Movie Maker cameras, or television broadcasts.
  • Page 78 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 79: Managing Files

    Managing Files A file is any unit of information that is named and stored on the computer hard disk drive or other electronic storage media, such as a CD, diskette, or even in a digital camera. A file can be a document, picture, music, video, or other data. Almost everything that you do on the computer involves working with files.

  • Page 80: Creating Folders

    Creating Folders Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Explorer. Navigate to the location where you want to place the new folder. Click Organize, and then click New Folder. Type a name for the folder, and then press Enter on the keyboard.

  • Page 81: Finding Files

    Finding Files To find a file, you can use the Search box at the top of every folder, or the search box on the Windows Start Button menu, which searches the whole computer. To search from a folder Search box: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer.

  • Page 82: Renaming Files

    Renaming Files CAUTION: Do not change the file name extension (the last three characters of a file name, after the period). Doing so could make the file unrecognizable to the computer. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Explorer.

  • Page 83: Copying Files

    Copying Files Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Explorer. Find the file that you want to copy, and then click it to select it. Click Organize, and then Copy.
  • Page 84 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 85: Using Cd And Dvd Media Drives

    Using CD and DVD Media Drives Using the CD and DVD Drives Your computer can come with several types of CD or DVD drives that allow you to perform different tasks. What you can do depends on what kind of drive you have. Blu-ray Allows you to: CD-ROM CD-RW...

  • Page 86: Handling Cds And Dvds

    The combination (combo) drive is available on select models only. It combines the functions of two drives into one: either a DVD+RW/+R drive (DVD writer) and a CD-RW drive (CD writer), or a DVD-ROM drive and a CD-RW drive. Handling CDs and DVDs To avoid damaging a disc, follow these guidelines: Return the disc to the case when you are finished using it.
  • Page 87 Close the disc tray by: Gently pushing the tray into the computer. Clicking the open/close button on the control panel for the program that controls the drive. Pressing the media control open/close button or Eject button on the keyboard (select models only). Pressing the Eject button on the drive, if it is accessible.

  • Page 88: Compatibility Information

    Compatibility Information An important feature of a DVD Writer/CD Writer drive is its high level of compatibility with other optical drives and CD and DVD players: The CDs that you create play in most home and car stereos as well as most computer DVD-ROM and CD-ROM drives.

  • Page 89: Disc Features And Compatibility Table

    Disc Features and Compatibility Table Can be Plays in Plays in recorded Plays in home or car home DVD Disc File type onto computer stereo player CD-ROM Data Music Varies by model CD-R Data Music Varies by model Varies by model CD-RW Data Music...

  • Page 90: Optical Drive Quick Reference Table

    Optical Drive Quick Reference Table Double- Combo Optical DVD- DVD- DVD+RW/+R layer CD-RW/ LightScribe BD HD drive can: CD-ROM CD-RW DVD-RW/-R DVD+RW/+R DVD+RW/+R Read CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. Read DVDs. Read data on a CD. Play music. Record data or music to disc for storage or backup.

  • Page 91: Using Blu-Ray And Hd Disc Drives

    Using Blu-ray and HD Disc Drives If the computer came with a Blu-ray (BR) and high-definition (HD) disc drive, there are three programs that are designed specifically for use with this drive: DVD Play plays Blu-ray, high-definition (HD), and regular commercial DVD discs. PowerDirector is a video editing program for creating Blu-ray or DVD discs.
  • Page 92 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 93: Using The Memory Card Reader

    Using the Memory Card Reader Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. The optional memory card reader (select models only) can read from and write to a variety of types of memory cards and the IBM Microdrive disk drive. The card reader is accessible directly on the front of the computer.

  • Page 94: Media Insertion Guide

    Select a program to access your files. The computer opens a program, so that you can access the media contents. You can copy files from or to the media. If the AutoPlay window does not open, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the Memory Card icon to display the files on the memory card.
  • Page 95 4-slot reader Card (continued) Insert the media location Secure Digital (SD) memory card Facing up D (upper-right) SD Mini Secure Digital (MiniSD) Facing up D (upper-right) MiniSD Memory Card MultiMediaCard (MMC) Facing up D (upper-right) MMC Reduced size MultiMediaCard Facing up D (upper-right) RSMMC (RSMMC)
  • Page 96 2-slot memory card reader (select models only) Activity light Upper slot Lower slot 2-slot reader Card Insert the media location Secure Digital (SD) Facing up F (upper) Memory Card (gold connector fingers down) MultiMediaCard (MMC) Facing up F (upper) (gold connector fingers down) Memory Stick (MS) Facing up Memory Card...

  • Page 97: Understanding The Activity Light

    Understanding the Activity Light The memory card reader activity light is off when there are no media cards plugged into the slots. The light turns on when a media card is inserted into a slot. The light blinks when data is being transferred between the card and the computer. Formatting a Memory Card If you have not used the memory card before, or if the card has become corrupted, you may need to format the card before using it.

  • Page 98: Troubleshooting The Memory Card Reader

    Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader If you are having problems reading from or writing to a memory card, try the following: Some cards have a read/write or security switch on the card. Make sure that the read/write switch is set to Write Enabled before attempting to write data to the card. Make sure that the amount of data that you want to store is not larger than the storage limit of the memory card.

  • Page 99: Using The Hp Personal Media Drive And Hp Pocket Media Drive

    Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive The HP Personal Media Drive and the HP Pocket Media Drive (HP Media Drives) can be used as internal or external USB hard disk drives designed to quickly and easily increase the storage capacity and to transfer media files such as digital photos, music, videos, and other important files.

  • Page 100: Connecting The Drive

    Connecting the Drive The HP Media Drive is designed to work with most computers as an external drive that is connected by using a USB cable, but it also can be inserted into specifically designed HP computers. These computers have a special horizontal or vertical drive bay that connects to the drive by using an internal USB connector.

  • Page 101: Connecting The Drive To A Computer Without A Drive Bay

    HP Media Drive fronts Drive activity indicator light Power on indicator light HP Personal Media Drive guide ridges Power/drive activity LED indicator HP Personal Media Drive (A, B, C) HP Pocket Media Drive (D) Connecting the Drive to a Computer Without a Drive Bay The HP Media Drives are designed to work with most computers as an external hard disk drive that you connect by using a USB 2.0 cable.

  • Page 102: Locating The Drive And Assigning A Drive Letter

    To connect the drive: Turn on the computer. Plug the rectangular end of the USB 2.0 cable (E) into an available USB port on the computer. Plug the square end of the USB 2.0 cable (F) into the USB connector on the back of the HP Media Drive.

  • Page 103: Using The Drive

    You can permanently assign a drive letter to avoid the letter changing when you connect and disconnect this drive and other devices. Also, it is easier for a software program to locate the files on the HP Media Drive if a drive letter is assigned. Some programs may not be able to find files if the drive has a new drive letter.

  • Page 104: Disconnecting The Drive

    Disconnecting the Drive CAUTION: To avoid hardware damage and data loss, always disconnect the HP Media Drive safely when it is not saving or transferring files. You can safely remove the drive when it is not active. When the amber activity light is blinking, the drive is active, saving or transferring data.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting The Hp Media Drive

    Troubleshooting the HP Media Drive Microsoft updates Make sure you have the latest Microsoft operating system service packs and other Windows updates installed on your system before you try to troubleshoot a drive problem. These service packs are issued to fix bugs, add drivers, and enhance the security features of your system.
  • Page 106 Administrator privilege for installing software Depending on the operating system, you may need to be logged on as the administrator to install software. To change a user’s account: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Control Panel, User Accounts and Family Safety, and then click User Accounts.

  • Page 107: Using Windows Media Center

    Using Windows Media Center Microsoft Windows Media Center lets you do amazing things with your computer. With a full range of easy-to-use digital entertainment features, you can experience movies, music, and photos like never before. Windows Media Center is simple and convenient to use. You can easily find and choose your media.

  • Page 108: Setting Up Windows Media Center

    Setting Up Windows Media Center The first time that you start Windows Media Center on the computer, a Windows Media Center setup wizard opens. You must complete each step in the setup wizard to be able to use all the features in Windows Media Center. The Windows Media Center setup wizard may take several minutes to complete.
  • Page 109 The following are some of the items that are included in the setup wizard: Check for your Internet connection. An Internet connection allows you to access media links, display information about your music CDs and DVDs, and download the Television Program Guide if your computer came with a TV tuner. NOTE: You must subscribe to an Internet Service Provider to have an Internet connection.

  • Page 110: Windows Media Center Start Menu

    Windows Media Center Start Menu Open the Windows Media Center Start menu. Go back one screen. Minimize the Windows Media Center window. Resize the Windows Media Center window. Close the Windows Media Center window. Use arrow keys to scroll up and down, left and right through the submenu items. Use media playback controls: Play, Stop, Pause, Skip, Fast-forward, Replay, Rewind, Record, Volume Up/Down, Mute, and Channel Up/Down.

  • Page 111: Windows Media Center Features

    Music — Play music files or music CDs, create and edit playlists, and record music files to CD. See “Using Music with Windows Media Center” and “Copying Music Files to CD in Windows Media Center.” Play Internet and FM radio stations. See “Listening to FM Radio Stations.”...

  • Page 112: Watch And Record Live Tv

    Play DVD movies. Resume playing your DVDs where you left off. NOTE: If your computer came with a rewritable DVD drive, the drive is able to read and record to DVD+/-R/-RW media. Listen to Internet and over-the-air FM radio stations. Access streaming music and video subscription services.

  • Page 113: The Right Music For The Moment

    The right music for the moment In the Music section, you can quickly browse the entire music library by artist, song, or album title, as well as by genre, composer, or year. Windows Media Center automatically downloads thumbnails of album art, giving you a very visual way to find the albums that you want to hear.

  • Page 114: Transforming Your Living Space Into A Theater

    Transforming your living space into a theater In the Videos Library, you can easily play any of the home movies that have been imported from your video recorder. Windows Media Center has built-in support for high-definition video. Whether you are watching a DVD movie or your own home videos, Windows Media Center delivers a rich viewing experience with a high-quality digital sound system.

  • Page 115: Using The Windows Media Center Menu Bars

    Opening Windows Media Center with the Windows Media Center remote control You can use either the remote control or the mouse to open and navigate Windows Media Center. To use the remote control: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control.

  • Page 116: Selecting Items In Windows Media Center

    Selecting items in Windows Media Center You can control the Windows Media Center functions and navigate Windows Media Center windows by using the remote control, the keyboard, or a mouse. In the Windows Media Center windows, a selected item such as a folder, file, or menu item is either highlighted or moves to a zoomed-out position.

  • Page 117: Windows Media Center Control Menu

    Windows Media Center control menu To access the control menu in Windows Media Center, move the mouse to display the menu bars: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. From the Tasks menu, click shutdown to open the window with the menu items that are listed in the following table.

  • Page 118: Changing Windows Media Center Settings

    Changing Windows Media Center Settings In the Windows Media Center settings window, you can change settings for viewing your pictures and slide shows, and for controlling sound and the display of all of the Windows Media Center windows. To change your Windows Media Center settings: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button...

  • Page 119: Using Windows Media Center Power Settings

    TV to set up TV signal, audio, and closed captioning (not all channels support closed captioning). You can download or edit the Television Program Guide, set hard disk drive recorder storage space, configure the display, and set recording defaults. Pictures to set slide show settings. Music to select visualizations or song information to display when playing a song.
  • Page 120 Click the drop-down arrow next to turn off the display to select a time span to turn off the display. Click the drop-down arrow next to put the computer to sleep to select a time span for putting the computer into Sleep mode. Click Save changes.

  • Page 121: Playing Cds, Dvds, Or Vcds

    Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs This section describes how to play CDs, DVDs, or VCDs by using Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, or other audio and video programs. This section also describes using Music and radio, and changing DVD and audio settings. Using Music The Music area in Windows Media Center is a great way to play, organize, and back up your music files.

  • Page 122: Using Music With Windows Media Center

    Using Music with Windows Media Center You can copy digital music files and organize a music library by using music library in the Windows Media Center or by using the Windows Media Player program. Music files that are added to music library in the Windows Media Center and in the Windows Media Player are accessible from within Windows Media Center and the Windows Media Player.

  • Page 123: Using The Music Library

    Using the music library Adding music to the music library When you add music files to the music library, they are placed into the music library in the Windows Media Center and the Windows Media Player. The added music files can immediately be found and played back using Music in Windows Media Center or the Windows Media Player.

  • Page 124: Adding Music Files From A Cd

    Use the arrow buttons on the keyboard or the remote control to select a location. When you find the folder that contains the music folder, select it by making sure an arrow appears next to the folder. Repeat this step to add additional folders, click Next, and then click Finish.

  • Page 125: Deleting Music Files From The Music Library

    Deleting music files from the music library Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Click Music. Click music library. Click albums. Select the album that you would like to delete, and then click Delete. Click Yes when the Confirm Delete window is displayed.

  • Page 126: Playing Music Files In Windows Media Center

    Playing Music Files in Windows Media Center To open Windows Media Center, select Music by scrolling up or down in the Windows Media Center window, and then by clicking music library. You will find a few music albums and tracks listed in the Windows Media Center and Windows Media Player music library.

  • Page 127: Changing The Visualization Settings

    Changing the visualization settings You can change the visualization settings such as the alchemy, bars and waves, and battery settings. You can also set the visualization options to start visualizations when the music plays at the beginning of the song, always, or never. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 128: Playing A Song In Windows Media Center

    Playing a song in Windows Media Center You can play a song from anywhere in Music. You can select it from the songs list, or from the albums, artists, genres, composers and other lists. You can also play a single song from a playlist: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows...

  • Page 129: Finding And Playing An Album In Windows Media Center

    After you add the last song for the queue list, select play all. All of the songs in the queue list are played in the order you have selected them. While the queue is being played, you can view the queue by selecting View Queue.

  • Page 130: Using Search In Windows Media Center

    Using Search in Windows Media Center Searching for music tracks and files You can search for music files if you cannot locate them: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Click Music, and then double-click search. To search, enter letters by using either the alphanumeric keypad on the remote or the keyboard.
  • Page 131 To create a playlist: Select Music, select music library, and then select either albums, artists, playlists, songs, or genres. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control, or the arrow keys on the keyboard, or use the mouse to navigate to and select the music that you want to add to the playlist. Press OK on the remote control, or press the Enter key on the keyboard, or click the selection to select a song.

  • Page 132: Copying Music Files To Cd In Windows Media Center

    Copying Music Files to CD in Windows Media Center To copy the music files to CD: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Click Tasks, and then click burn cd/dvd. A message opens asking you to insert media. Insert a blank CD-R disc, and then click Retry.

  • Page 133: Listening To Online Radio Stations

    Click Next when you have selected all the songs to record to CD. Click Burn CD to record your music to disc. Click Yes to confirm you want to burn a disc with these files. Click OK to do other things while the disc is being burned. Click Done when the recording is complete.

  • Page 134: Listening To Fm Radio Stations

    Listening to FM Radio Stations If your HP computer is equipped with a radio tuner input (FM Tuner In), Windows Media Center can play FM radio stations. The Radio window in Windows Media Center makes it easy to play FM radio stations by using the remote control or the mouse. NOTE: Make sure you connect the FM radio antenna to the back of the HP computer before selecting an FM radio station.

  • Page 135: Setting Up The Tv Signal

    Setting Up the TV Signal To listen to the FM radio stations you will need to set the TV signal. NOTE: You must set up the TV signal before you can play your FM radio stations. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 136: Playing Fm Radio Stations

    Playing FM Radio Stations Once the TV signal is set you can play and listen to FM radio stations. NOTE: You must go through the TV tuner setup wizard before you can play your radio stations. Connect the FM radio antenna to the connector labeled FM Antenna In, on the back of the HP computer.
  • Page 137 Enter a radio station number by using the numeric keypad on the remote control or the keyboard. Select the Seek (–) or (+) button for Windows Media Center to find the next playable station. Select the Tune (–) or (+) button to find a station manually. Select the Preset (–) or (+) button to find a preset station.

  • Page 138: Organizing And Using Preset Radio Stations

    Use the playback controls on the remote control, such as Pause, Rewind, and Fast-forward, to control radio playback. If you press the Pause button, Windows Media Center continues to record the program for up to 30 minutes. Press Play to resume listening to the program where you left off.

  • Page 139: Using Preset Radio Stations

    Using preset radio stations You can listen to a preset radio station by clicking presets from the radio menu. All of your preset FM radio stations will be listed. Use the playback controls on the remote control, such as Pause, Rewind, and Fast-forward, to control radio playback.

  • Page 140: Playing Cds With Windows Media Player

    Playing CDs with Windows Media Player NOTE: Some commercial music CDs are copy-protected and cannot be played with Windows Media Player. Such CDs come with their own (built-in) player that must be used. Insert the music CD or DVD movie into the drive. When the AutoPlay window opens, select Windows Media Player from the list.

  • Page 141: Using Windows Media Center To Play Dvds

    Using Windows Media Center to play DVDs Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click Windows Media Center to open Windows Media Center. Scroll to TV+ Movies, and then click HP DVD Play. Use the mouse to operate the media controls to control the movie. To play the DVD in full-screen mode, double-click anywhere in the DVD Play window.

  • Page 142: Using Country/Region Codes

    Using country/region codes Most DVD discs have country/region codes embedded in the disc data that limit where the DVD movie can be played. The country/region number is usually placed over a world globe that is printed on the DVD packaging and disc. DVDs without country/region codes play on any player or drive in any country/region.

  • Page 143: Changing The Dvd Settings

    If a DVD menu appears, use the remote control or the mouse to select the DVD menu items and control the DVD movie playback. To stop playing the DVD, press Stop on the remote control or move the mouse to display the media controls, and then click the Stop button.

  • Page 144: Changing Dvd Remote Control Options

    When you find the language you want, click Save. To return to the main settings window, press the Backspace key on the keyboard or press the Back button on the remote control, or click the left arrow on the top left of the screen. Changing DVD remote control options To change the DVD remote control options: Click the Windows Start Button...

  • Page 145: Changing Dvd Closed Captioning

    Changing DVD closed captioning You can change the DVD closed captioning options: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. From the Tasks menu, click settings. In the settings window, click DVD. In the DVD Settings window, click Closed Captioning. After making the changes, click Save.

  • Page 146: Changing Dvd Audio Settings

    Changing DVD Audio Settings To select DVD audio settings for viewing the DVD: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. From the Tasks menu, click settings. Click TV. Click Audio. The TV Audio window opens. Select the speaker and sound options.

  • Page 147: Using Dvd Play To Play Dvds, Videos, High-Definition Dvds, And Blu-Ray Dvds

    Using DVD Play to Play DVDs, Videos, High-Definition DVDs, and Blu-ray DVDs Depending on the type of DVD drive that is included with the computer, you can play DVDs, HD DVDs, or Blu-ray discs. The front of the drive is labeled with the type of discs that the DVD drive can play.
  • Page 148 To play a DVD, you must have a DVD drive: Insert the DVD into the DVD drive. The default DVD program opens. If the DVD wizard window opens, choose the program that you want to use from the list. You may have to scroll down the window to see all available programs.

  • Page 149: Playing Video Cds (Vcds)

    Playing Video CDs (VCDs) To play a VCD you must have either a CD or DVD drive: Insert the VCD into the CD or DVD drive. The default video CD program opens. If the Video CD wizard window opens, choose the program you want to use from the list.
  • Page 150 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 151: Creating Audio And Data Discs

    Creating Audio and Data Discs This chapter contains the procedures that you must perform to record (or burn) files to recordable CD and DVD discs. It also includes information about labeling the discs by using the LightScribe labeling technology that is available on select models or by creating a paper label.

  • Page 152: Erasing Rewritable Discs Before Recording

    Erasing Rewritable Discs Before Recording Previously recorded files on rewritable discs (CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW) must be erased before recording new files. CD-R, DVD-R, and DVD+R discs cannot be erased. To erase a rewritable disc in CyberLink Power2Go: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, All Programs, and then click CyberLink DVD Suite.

  • Page 153: Audio Cd Tips

    CyberLink Power2Go allows you to create closed-session or multisession CDs and DVDs. For closed-session CDs and DVDs, you must record or copy all files on one disc in one recording session. For multisession CDs and DVDs, you can record or copy files in several sessions until the disc is filled or until you close the session.

  • Page 154: Creating Audio Cds

    Creating audio CDs This section provides instructions for burning an audio CD that can be played in most home and car CD players. To create an audio CD: Insert a writable CD into the disc-burning drive. CD-R discs play in most home and car stereos, DVD players, and computers. CD-RW discs play only in some stereos, DVD players, and computers.

  • Page 155: Copying A Disc

    Click the File menu, select Import, and then click Media Files. Browse to your file and click Open to import it into your video project. Click the Capture button: Select a capture device, such as DV Camera, TV, PC Camera, CD, or DVD from the toolbar.

  • Page 156: Creating Data Discs

    Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, All Programs, and then click CyberLink DVD Suite. Click the icon in the lower-right corner of the window to open a list of CyberLink programs, and then click Power2Go. Click the Copy Disc icon, and then click OK. Ensure that the correct disc drives are selected.

  • Page 157: Making A Disc Label Using Lightscribe Technology

    Click the icon in the lower-right corner of the window to open a list of CyberLink programs, and then click Power2Go. Click the Data Disc icon. Select disc type, and then click OK. Locate files from the hard disk drive, and then click and drag them to the lower section of the window.
  • Page 158 Making a LightScribe label by using CyberLink LabelPrint You may burn data, music, and videos to the disc before or after labeling the disc. See “Creating audio CDs” and “Creating data discs.” To make a LightScribe label: Place the disc into the disc drive with the top of the disc facing down. The top is the gold non-reflective side of the disc, opposite of the side that you record data onto.

  • Page 159: Making A Paper Disc Label

    When you are ready to create the LightScribe label, click the Print icon. Click OK to create the LightScribe label. The estimated time to complete the label displays, along with a progress bar. It is possible to continue to work on the computer while the LightScribe label is created. For more help using CyberLink LabelPrint, click the Help icon to open the Help information.
  • Page 160 Click the arrow button at the bottom of the window to continue. Under Step 3: Select the label’s layout and background: Select a layout style by clicking the arrows under Layout Style to scroll through the different label layouts available, and then click the Select button when you find the one that you want.

  • Page 161: Working With Pictures And Videos

    Working with Pictures and Videos You can view, copy, edit, print, and share digital images and videos by using the computer. You can transfer digital images and videos to the computer by using the following methods: CD or DVD: Insert the disc into the CD or DVD drive. Digital camera or digital video camera: Connect the device to the computer by using the transfer cable that came with the device.

  • Page 162: Viewing Pictures In Windows Media Center

    Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center With Windows Media Center, you can view, sort, edit, print, and create a CD or DVD of the pictures from the folders that you create in the Pictures directory in Windows Explorer. Pictures is a folder on the hard disk drive in the Documents window, and it is also a Windows Media Center menu item that enables you to view and search for the digital images by using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse.

  • Page 163: Viewing Pictures In Windows Media Center

    Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center After you organize your pictures in the Pictures folder in Windows Explorer, open Windows Media Center to view them: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Click Pictures + Videos and then click picture library. Select a folder, tags, or date taken.

  • Page 164: Viewing Pictures As A Slide Show

    Viewing pictures as a slide show Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. Select the folder of pictures that you want to view as a slide show, and then press Enter on the keyboard.

  • Page 165: Using Supported Picture File Types In Windows Media Center

    Using supported picture file types in Windows Media Center You can view the following types of image files in Windows Media Center. File extension File type .jpg, .jpeg Joint Photographic Experts Group .tif, .tiff Tagged Image File Format .gif Graphics Interchange Format .bmp Bitmap .wmf...

  • Page 166: Editing Pictures In Windows Media Center

    Editing Pictures in Windows Media Center Fixing red eye or contrast Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. Select a picture to edit. Press the i (More information) button on the remote control or Ctrl+D on the keyboard, and then select Picture Details.

  • Page 167: Rotating Pictures

    Press the i (More information) button on the remote control or Ctrl+D on the keyboard, and then select Picture Details. Click Touch Up. Click Crop. Use the mouse and keyboard to do one or more of the following: Select the arrows under the picture to move the picture side to side, or up or down.

  • Page 168: Printing Pictures In Windows Media Center

    Printing Pictures in Windows Media Center NOTE: You must set up the printer before you try to print from Windows Media Center; otherwise, by default, the file is saved to the Documents folder when you try to print the picture. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 169: Playing Videos In Windows Media Center

    Playing Videos in Windows Media Center The Pictures + Videos area in Windows Media Center makes it easy to play home video files that you created or video files that you downloaded from the Internet. In Pictures + Videos you can: Play videos that are stored anywhere on the hard disk drive.

  • Page 170: Using Supported Video File Types

    Using supported video file types You can view the following types of video files in Windows Media Center. Other file types are supported if the computer has the correct software installed: File extension File type .avi Windows Video file (Audio Video Interleaved) .dvr-ms Digital Video Recording—Microsoft (TV file format) .mpeg, .mpg, .mpe,...

  • Page 171: Creating A Dvd From Video Files In Windows Media Center

    Creating a DVD from Video Files in Windows Media Center Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. From the Tasks menu, click burn cd/dvd. Insert writable media (CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+/-R, or DVD+/-RW) into the drive. Select Video DVD, and then click Next.
  • Page 172 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 173: Creating Movies By Using Muvee Autoproducer

    Creating Movies by Using muvee autoProducer (Select models only) Creating personalized and professional-looking video movies is simple with muvee autoProducer, a software program that is installed on the computer. The 6.0 version of muvee autoProducer includes features such as video capture and disc recording.
  • Page 174 File extension File type (continued) .png Portable Network Graphics, still image .tif Tagged Image File Format, still image .bmp Bitmap, still image NOTE: If you upgrade muvee autoProducer, you can use the DivX video format. See “Upgrading muvee autoProducer.” Add music: Select music files on the computer to add to the movie soundtrack. You can use the following music file types in the movie project: File extension File type...

  • Page 175: Using Muvee Autoproducer

    Using muvee autoProducer Getting started To open muvee autoProducer (select models only): Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. Click All Programs, muvee autoProducer, Home movies made easy!, and then click Launch muvee autoProducer 6 to open muvee autoProducer. On the File menu, select either New Project to start a new project or Open Project to open an existing project.
  • Page 176 Select one of the following buttons: Button Enables you to: Get Video from Open the muvee Video Capture window to “Capturing video from a Camera capture (copy) live or recorded video. digital video camera.” Add Video Open the Add Video window to add existing “Adding videos.”...

  • Page 177: Capturing Video From A Digital Video Camera

    Capturing video from a digital video camera You can use muvee autoProducer to capture (copy) digital video files to the hard disk drive in either of the following ways: Live (known as camera mode), by using a compatible digital video (DV) camera. See “Capturing live video from a DV camera.”...

  • Page 178: Adding Videos

    Click Browse to select a place to save the files, and then click OK. Click Filename to specify a file name for the captured video file. Click Done to add the captured video file automatically to the movie project. Capturing recorded video from a DV camera For best results when using muvee autoProducer, capture only video footage that you are most interested in using in the movie project.
  • Page 179 You can use the magicMoments feature in muvee autoProducer to mark specific scenes in a video clip that you want to include in, or leave out of, the final movie: Select a video file in the Select Video/Pictures window, and then click the magicMoments button.

  • Page 180: Adding Pictures

    Adding pictures To add still-image picture files to the movie project: Click the Add pictures button in the Video/Pictures area. The Add Pictures window opens. Browse the folders on the hard disk drive to select existing still-image files for the movie: Add up to 50 picture files.

  • Page 181: Adding Music

    Adding music To add music files to the movie project as a soundtrack: Click the Add music button in the Music area. The Add Music window opens. Browse the folders on the hard disk drive to select existing music files for the movie: Add up to three music files.
  • Page 182 Click the Video/Pictures tab to set preferences for the video and still images (pictures). Click one of the following settings: Style default: Select this style to sequence still images and video clips. Keep shots in sequence: Select this style to use the sequence of still images and video clips as they appear in the Add Video/Pictures area.

  • Page 183: Making The Movie

    Making the movie After you have added at least one video or picture file to the movie project, you can have muvee autoProducer make the movie. The muvee autoProducer program makes a movie by combining the video, picture, and music files that you have selected, along with the style of movie, to produce a professional-looking movie in just a few steps.

  • Page 184: Modifying The Movie

    Modifying the movie After you have created the movie, muvee autoProducer enables you to make some quick final changes to the project before you save it. You can also have muvee autoProducer replace pictures or videos with other similar or contrasting ones. Alternatively, you can manually choose the replacement shots.

  • Page 185: Saving The Movie Project

    Saving the movie project After you are satisfied with the look of the movie project, you are ready to save the movie as a file on the hard disk drive: Click the muveeShare button. The Listed muvee Files window opens, with all the muvee files listed.

  • Page 186: Recording The Movie Project To Disc

    Recording the movie project to disc To create a DVD, VCD, or SVCD disc of the movie project: Click the muveeShare button. The Listed muvee files window opens with all the muvee files listed. Remove the check mark next to any muvee files that you do not want to save.

  • Page 187: Upgrading Muvee Autoproducer

    Upgrading muvee autoProducer You can purchase an upgraded version of muvee autoProducer. The upgraded version enables you to use unlimited video clips, audio clips, and still images in the movie project. It also includes support for DivX file types, so that you can import or create DivX-format movies.
  • Page 188 Getting Started (features vary by model)

  • Page 189: Watching And Recording Tv Programs

    Watching and Recording TV Programs Windows Media Center is where you can watch live TV or record your favorite programs for later playback with a few clicks of the remote control. You can use the Television Program Guide to find the program that you want to watch or record. You can also record a program while watching another prerecorded program.
  • Page 190 movies guide: Go online to find movies to watch either now or later. Get the latest information about movies on TV: read reviews, see cast lists, find other times at which the movie is broadcast, view the DVD cover, browse for related movies, and find other movies that have the same cast members.

  • Page 191: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Before you can watch TV by using Windows Media Center, make sure: The computer is set up correctly for your TV signal source. Refer to the setup instructions that came with your computer for more information. You have completed the Windows Media Center setup wizard. If you have not completed the setup wizard, refer to “Completing the setup wizard.”...

  • Page 192: Controlling Tv Playback

    Press the i (More information) button to open another menu that features the following options and information: Program information, such as channel number and station, title and time period of program, actual time, and a brief summary of the program and TV rating, if available.

  • Page 193: Using The Remote Control In Tv + Movies

    Using the remote control in TV + Movies Button Action To freeze the live TV image, press Pause. While paused, Windows Media Center continues to record a pause buffer for up to 60 minutes. To resume watching TV where you left off, press Play. To stop live TV or a recorded program, press Stop.

  • Page 194: Using The Television Program Guide

    Button Action (continued) CH/PG To move to the next channel or page in the guide, press the CH/PG (+) or (–) button. Guide To open the Television Program Guide, press the Guide button. While in the guide window, press the i (More information) button, and then select Category to view a program categories menu.

  • Page 195: Television Program Guide Errors

    If you have already completed the setup wizard, but want to change the settings or scan for TV channels again: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 196: Viewing The Television Program Guide

    Viewing the Television Program Guide Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. Press the Guide button on the remote control. From the TV + Movies menu, click Guide.

  • Page 197: Setting Up How Windows Media Center Downloads The Guide

    Setting up how Windows Media Center downloads the guide The computer must have a connection to the Internet, and you must select a TV listings provider in the Windows Media Center setup wizard before you can use and download the guide information. You can set up Windows Media Center to download the guide information when you connect to the Internet, or you can select to download the guide manually.

  • Page 198: Adding A Postal Code To Receive The Correct Guide

    Adding a postal code to receive the correct guide Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. In the Tasks menu, click settings, TV, Guide, and then click Set Up Guide Listings.

  • Page 199: Editing And Removing Channels In The Guide

    Editing and removing channels in the guide Some program channels might not appear correctly in the guide information. To edit the channel numbers that are incorrect for your TV service provider information: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 200: Searching For Tv Programs By Using Categories

    Click Title. Use the numeric keypad on the remote control or the keyboard to enter a program title word, and then press OK on the remote control or press the Enter key on the keyboard. Click Keyword. Use the numeric keypad on the remote control or the keyboard to enter a descriptive word that would appear in a title or program description, and then press OK on the remote control or the Enter key on the keyboard.

  • Page 201: Recording Tv Programs

    Recording TV Programs Windows Media Center allows you to record TV programs, so that you can watch them when it is convenient. You can record the program that you are watching, or you can record a future program or series from the Television Program Guide, the search, or the recorded tv window in the TV + Movies menu.

  • Page 202: Recording Tv By Using The Guide

    Recording TV by using the guide To record a current or future program or series by using the Television Program Guide: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center.

  • Page 203: Recording Quality And Hard Disk Drive Storage Space

    To record a program manually: Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, press the Live TV button, and then press the Record button to begin recording the program. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center, or press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, click TV + Movies, recorded tv, and then click add recording.

  • Page 204: Watching Tv Programs Stored On The Hp Media Drive

    To change these settings: Open Windows Media Center. In the Tasks menu, click settings, TV, Recorder, and then Recorder Storage. Under Recording quality and Maximum TV limit (storage for TV recordings), select the settings by clicking the (+) or (–) next to the item that you want to change. Click Save.

  • Page 205: About Recording Tv To The Hp Media Drive

    Move or copy your recorded TV programs to the Recorded TV folder on the HP Media Drive. Now, you can view your stored TV programs in Windows Media Center, or you can double-click the file and view the program in Windows Media Player. Close Windows Media Center before disconnecting the drive.

  • Page 206: Changing The Tv Recording Path To The Hp Media Drive

    Before disconnecting the drive: Make sure that there are no scheduled recordings or recordings in progress, to avoid losing data. Change the recording path back to the local hard disk drive. See “Changing the TV recording path to the local hard disk drive.” Disconnect the HP Media Drive safely.

  • Page 207: Add Tv Recording Folder For Windows Media Center To Find

    Add TV recording folder for Windows Media Center to find Open Windows Media Center. In the Tasks menu, click settings, TV, Recorder, and then More TV Locations. Select Add folder to watch, and then click Next. Select folder by clicking the (+) by the drive or folder, and then click Next. Click Finish.

  • Page 208: System Requirements To View Recorded Tv Programs On Other Computers

    System requirements to view recorded TV programs on other computers To play recorded TV files (.dvr-ms files) that were recorded on your HP computer onto another non-Windows Media Center computer, the computer must have the following items installed: Windows Vista operating system or Windows XP operating system. Windows XP Service Pack 1 (needed only for Windows XP).

  • Page 209: Media Copy Protection

    Select the disc format, and then click Next. Windows opens a message telling you if the disc needs to be erased. If so, click Erase Disc. Enter a title for the disc by using the numeric buttons on the remote control or the numeric keypad on the keyboard, and then click Next.

  • Page 210: Playing Recorded Tv Programs

    Playing Recorded TV Programs The recorded tv window in Windows Media Center is where you can access all of your recorded programs. In the recorded tv window, you can sort your programs by name, date, or category. You can also delete a recorded program or series of programs, and check for any recording errors.

  • Page 211: Index

    Index CompactFlash Type I CompactFlash Type II adding computer CD tracks to the music library Help & Tools music files to the music library transferring files from the hard disk drive turning off antivirus, installing program country/region codes audio connector Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card retasking (multistreaming) audio modes...
  • Page 212 DVD movies changing Help and Support audio settings High-Definition language disc drives playing home videos in Windows Media Center HP Media Drive DVD Play, features activity and power lights DVDs automatic on and off feature erasing rewritable disconnecting the drive High-Definition inserting a drive playing Blu-ray DVDs...
  • Page 213 Music Optimization setting deleting music from the Music library finding and playing an album playing a song panning with the mouse pictures supported file types copying pictures to CD music editing playing with Windows Media Player printing music library adding CD tracks rotating turning captions on or off creating...
  • Page 214 reduced size MultiMediaCard (RSMMC) remote control Television Program Guide buttons no data available range recording TV programs type of battery to use searching for TV programs using setting up a download method using in TV + Movies using the More information button remote sensor viewing using...
  • Page 215 update, Windows Vista Windows Media Center updating, system menu bars user accounts navigating creating opening with remote control playing DVDs playing videos resizing window playing with Windows Media Player using with another program open video capture viewing your pictures live what you can do recorded video in Music...
  • Page 216 Part number: 5992-2273...

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