Using The Webcams; Using Audio; Connecting Speakers; Connecting Headphones And Microphones - HP Notebook User Manual

Using the webcams

Your computer has one or two integrated webcams, a powerful social networking tool that allow you
to communicate up close with friends and colleagues, whether they are next door or on the other side
of the world. With the webcams, you can stream video with your instant messaging software, capture
and share video, and take photos.
To start the webcams, follow these steps:
Mode
For details about using the webcams, refer to the software Help for the app.

Using audio

On your computer, you can play music CDs (with an optional external optical drive), 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 to the audio-
out (headphone) jack on your computer or on a docking station.
wireless
To connect
connect high-definition speakers to the computer, see
connecting speakers, lower the volume setting.

Connecting headphones and microphones

You can connect wired headphones or headsets to the audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone)
jack on your computer. Many headsets with integrated microphones are commercially available.
wireless
To connect
instructions.
WARNING!
headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the
Environmental Notices
Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides.

Using Beats Audio

Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a
clear sound. You can experience Beats Audio through the computer's internal speakers, through
Steps
1. Swipe from the right edge of the TouchPad or touch screen to display the charms, tap Search, and
then tap the search box.
2. Type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.
From the Start screen, type c, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of applications.
speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. To
headphones or headsets to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's
To reduce the risk of personal injury, lower the volume setting before putting on
. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP
Setting up HDMI audio on page 39. Before
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