HP Presario CQ40-600 - Notebook PC User Manual
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- Page 1 Multimedia User Guide...
- Page 2 © Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Development Company, L.P. This user guide describes features that are Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of common to most models. Some features Microsoft Corporation. may not be available on your computer. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components ....................2 Using the DVD button (select models only) ..................3 Adjusting the volume ..........................4 Using the media activity functions ......................6 Using the media activity hotkeys ..................6 2 Multimedia software Using DVD Play software ........................ - Page 4 Webcam tips ............................23 Adjusting webcam properties ......................23 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD ............24 The computer does not detect the optical drive ................. 25 A disc does not play ........................... 26 A disc does not play automatically .....................
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Page 5: Multimedia Features
Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ●... -
Page 6: Identifying Your Multimedia Components
Identifying your multimedia components Component Description Internal microphone Records sound. NOTE: Depending on your computer model, the computer may have 1 or 2 internal microphones. Webcam light (select models only) Turns on when video software accesses the webcam. Webcam (select models only) Captures video. -
Page 7: Using The Dvd Button (Select Models Only)
Component Description Volume down hotkey (pg dn) Decreases speaker sound when pressed in combination with the key. (10) Volume up hotkey (pg up) Increases speaker sound when pressed in combination with the key. (11) Volume mute hotkey (home) Mutes and restores speaker sound when pressed in combination with the key. -
Page 8: 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 from right to left, or press the volume down button (2). - Page 9 ● Windows® volume control: Click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. Increase or decrease the volume by moving the slider up or down. Click the Mute Speakers icon to mute the volume. –...
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Page 10: Using The Media Activity Functions
Using the media activity functions The media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted into the optical drive. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the key (1) and a function key (2). -
Page 11: Multimedia Software
Multimedia software Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music and watch movies. The following sections provide details about DVD Play and other preinstalled multimedia software. Using DVD Play software DVD Play turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With DVD Play, you can enjoy music and DVD movies. -
Page 12: 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 13: Connecting External Audio Devices
Connecting external audio devices 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. To connect external devices such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the information provided with the device. -
Page 14: Video
Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices ● Watch TV, including high-definition TV (select models only) Connecting an external monitor or projector The external monitor port connects an external display device such as an external monitor or a projector to the computer. -
Page 15: Connecting An Hdmi Device
Connecting an HDMI device The computer includes 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 16: Configuring Audio For Hdmi
Configuring audio for HDMI To configure HDMI audio, first connect an audio or video device, such as a high-definition TV, to the HDMI port on your computer. Then configure the default audio playback device as follows: Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. -
Page 17: Optical Drive
Optical drive Your computer includes an optical drive that expands the functionality of the computer. Identify what kind of device is installed in your computer to see its capabilities. The optical drive allows you to read data discs, play music, and watch movies. If your computer includes a Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive, then you can also watch high-definition video from disc. -
Page 18: Using Optical Discs
Using optical discs An optical drive, such as a DVD-ROM drive, supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). These discs store information, such as music, photos, and movies. DVDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs. Your optical drive can read standard CD and DVD discs. If your optical drive is a Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive, it can also read Blu-ray discs. -
Page 19: Selecting The Right Disc
Selecting the right disc An optical drive supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). CDs, used to store digital data, are also used for commercial audio recordings and are convenient for your personal storage needs. DVDs are used primarily for movies, software, and data backup purposes. DVDs are the same form factor as CDs but have 6 to 7 times the storage capacity. -
Page 20: Lightscribe Dvd+R Discs
LightScribe DVD+R discs Use LightScribe DVD+R discs for sharing and storing data, home videos, and photos. These discs are read-compatible with most DVD-ROM drives and DVD video players. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you can write data to the disc and then add a designer label to the outside of the disc. -
Page 21: Playing Music
Playing music Turn on the computer. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray. Pull out the tray (2). Hold the disc by the edges and position the disc label-side up over the tray spindle. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle. -
Page 22: Watching A Movie
Watching a movie Your optical drive allows you to watch movies from a disc. You can also watch high-definition movies from a disc if your computer includes an optional Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive. Turn on the computer. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray. Pull out the tray (2). -
Page 23: 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 24: Creating Or "Burning" A Cd Or Dvd
Creating or “burning” a CD or DVD If your computer includes a CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW optical drive, you can use software such as Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go to burn data and audio files, including MP3 and WAV music files. -
Page 25: Removing An Optical Disc (Cd Or Dvd)
Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. -
Page 26: Webcam (Select Models Only)
Webcam (select models only) Your computer includes an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. The webcam is an input device that allows you to capture and share video. Preinstalled CyberLink YouCam software provides new features that expand the webcam experience. To access the webcam and CyberLink YouCam software, select Start >... -
Page 27: 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 28: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. 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 29: The Computer Does Not Detect The Optical Drive
The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. If you suspect that the optical drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is listed in the Device Manager utility. -
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 Dvd Movie Stops, Skips, Or Plays Erratically
A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by trying the following suggestions: ◦ Log off the Internet. ◦ Change the color properties of the desktop: 1. Right-click on a blank area of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. -
Page 32: A Dvd Playing In Windows Media Player Produces No Sound Or Display
A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use DVD Play to play a DVD. DVD Play is installed on the computer, and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A device driver must be reinstalled Remove any discs from the optical drive. -
Page 33: Obtaining The Latest Hp Device Drivers
Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then click the Software & Driver Downloads link. On the Software & Driver downloads page, select the task, type your computer model number as instructed, and then press enter. –... -
Page 34: Index
Index external audio devices, optical drive, using 13 audio devices, connecting connecting 9 external 9 external monitor port 10 ports, external monitor 10 audio features 8 projector, connecting 10 audio functions, checking 9 HDMI, connecting a device 11 audio-in (microphone) jack 2 headphone (audio-out) jacks 2 audio-out (headphone) jacks 2 region codes, DVD 19...