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Before putting on headphones to listen, turn the volume down. Do
not set the volume too high when using headphones. Continuous
exposure to loud sound can harm your hearing.
TECHNICAL NOTE: When using amplified speakers, use speakers
that require an external power source. Other types of speakers will be
inadequate to produce sound from the computer.
To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones:
1
Locate the headphone jack on the computer.
2
Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the
headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack.
The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini connector.
To adjust the volume:
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For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker.
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For headphones, use the computer's volume control.
Using the Web Camera
Your computer may come with a built-in Web Camera. With this
Web Camera you can do the following:
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Take pictures and record videos with your computer
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Chat with others and have them see you while using instant
messaging (IM) programs
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Have video conference calls
NOTE
To email, instant message or video conference, you must be
connected to the Internet.
Depending on your computer model, the process of sending email,
taking pictures or recording video messages may vary.
To access the Web Camera, on the Start screen click or touch the
Camera tile. The Web Camera indicator light glows when the Web
Camera is active.
NOTE
When the Web camera is not active the indicator light is off.
Exploring Your Computer's Features
Using the Web Camera
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