Multimedia; Using The Media Activity Controls; Audio; Connecting Speakers - HP Laptop User Manual

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Multimedia

Your computer may include the following:
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Integrated speaker(s)
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Integrated microphone(s)
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Integrated webcam
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Preinstalled multimedia software
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Multimedia buttons or keys

Using the media activity controls

Depending on your computer model, you may have the following media activity controls that allow
you to play, pause, fast forward, or rewind a media file:
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Media buttons
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Media hot keys (specific keys pressed in combination with the
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Media keys

Audio

On your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content
from the web (including radio), record audio, or mix audio and video to create multimedia. To
enhance your listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as speakers or headphones.

Connecting speakers

You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to a USB port (or the audio-out
jack) on your computer or on a docking station.
To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. Before
connecting audio devices, be sure to adjust the volume.

Adjusting the volume

Depending on your computer model, you can adjust the volume using the following:
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Volume buttons
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Volume hot keys (specific keys pressed in combination with the
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Volume keys
WARNING!
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices. To access the user guides, select the HP Support Assistant app on the
Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides.
NOTE: Volume can also be controlled through the operating system and some programs.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
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