Connecting Headphones; Connecting A Microphone; Checking Audio Functions On The Computer; Webcam (Select Models Only) - HP Laptop User Manual

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Connecting headphones

You can connect wired headphones to the headphone jack on your computer.
To connect wireless headphones to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions.
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headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices.

Connecting a microphone

To record audio, connect a microphone to the microphone jack on the computer. For best results
when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background
noise.

Checking audio functions on the computer

NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a
setting free of background noise.
To check the audio functions on your computer, follow these steps:
1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel from the list of applications.
2. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound.
When the Sound window opens, select the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any
sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and then click Test. You should hear sound through the
speakers or through connected headphones.
To check the recording functions on your computer, follow these steps:
1. From the Start screen, type s, and then select Sound Recorder.
2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your Windows desktop.
3. Open a multimedia program and play back the recording.
To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer:
1. From the Start screen, type c, and then select Control Panel from the list of applications.
2. Select Hardware and Sound, and then select Sound.

Webcam (select models only)

Some computers include an integrated webcam. With the preinstalled software, you can use the
webcam to take a photo or record a video. You can preview and save the photo or video recording.
The webcam software enables you to experiment with the following features:
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Capturing and sharing video
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Streaming video with instant message software
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Taking still photos
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for information on what type of volume controls your computer has.
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