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... is subject to most models. Second Edition: July 2008 First Edition: June 2008 Document Part Number: 482529-002 Product notice This user guide describes features that are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are common to change without notice. HP shall not be available...
... is subject to most models. Second Edition: July 2008 First Edition: June 2008 Document Part Number: 482529-002 Product notice This user guide describes features that are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are common to change without notice. HP shall not be available...
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... 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices ...6 Checking your audio functions ...6 4 Video Connecting an external monitor or projector 8 Connecting an HDMI device ...9 Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only 9 5 Optical drive Identifying the installed optical drive 11 Using optical discs ...12 Selecting the right disc ...13 CD-R discs ...13 CD-RW discs ...13 DVD±R discs ...13 DVD±RW discs ...13 LightScribe DVD+R discs 13 Blu-ray Disc ...14 Playing music ...15 Watching a movie ...16 Changing DVD region settings ...17 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...18 Removing an...
... 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices ...6 Checking your audio functions ...6 4 Video Connecting an external monitor or projector 8 Connecting an HDMI device ...9 Configuring the audio using HDMI (select models only 9 5 Optical drive Identifying the installed optical drive 11 Using optical discs ...12 Selecting the right disc ...13 CD-R discs ...13 CD-RW discs ...13 DVD±R discs ...13 DVD±RW discs ...13 LightScribe DVD+R discs 13 Blu-ray Disc ...14 Playing music ...15 Watching a movie ...16 Changing DVD region settings ...17 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...18 Removing an...
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Adjusting webcam properties ...21 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 22 The computer does not detect the optical drive 23 A disc does not play ...23 A disc does not play automatically ...24 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 24 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
Adjusting webcam properties ...21 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 22 The computer does not detect the optical drive 23 A disc does not play ...23 A disc does not play automatically ...24 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 24 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 24 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 25 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
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... audio. Produce sound when connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. 2 Chapter 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer. Component (1) Webcam light (2) Webcam (3) Internal microphone (4) Speakers (2) (5) Audio-out (headphone) jack (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Turns on when video software accesses the webcam. Records audio and video...
... audio. Produce sound when connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. 2 Chapter 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer. Component (1) Webcam light (2) Webcam (3) Internal microphone (4) Speakers (2) (5) Audio-out (headphone) jack (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Turns on when video software accesses the webcam. Records audio and video...
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... want to the software Help. To start DVD Play, select Start > All Programs > DVD Play. NOTE: Some programs may be located in the software Help, or on -screen instructions. 3. Using DVD Play software DVD Play turns your computer into the optical drive. 2. Restart the computer if you are prompted to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. 2 Multimedia software Your computer includes...
... want to the software Help. To start DVD Play, select Start > All Programs > DVD Play. NOTE: Some programs may be located in the software Help, or on -screen instructions. 3. Using DVD Play software DVD Play turns your computer into the optical drive. 2. Restart the computer if you are prompted to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. When the installation wizard opens, follow these steps: 1. 2 Multimedia software Your computer includes...
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... device and the programs that use a variety of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Checking your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 2. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. 6 Chapter 3 Audio 3 Audio Your computer enables you to use the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected...
... device and the programs that use a variety of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Checking your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 2. You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. 6 Chapter 3 Audio 3 Audio Your computer enables you to use the device. NOTE: A driver is securely connected...
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... microphone and record sound in a setting free of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. To check the record functions of background noise. ▲ To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, right-click the Sound icon on the taskbar, or select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound icon. Open Windows Media...
... microphone and record sound in a setting free of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone. To check the record functions of background noise. ▲ To confirm or change the audio settings on your computer, right-click the Sound icon on the taskbar, or select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound icon. Open Windows Media...
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4 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 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. ▲ To connect a display device, connect the device cable to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and...
4 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 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. ▲ To connect a display device, connect the device cable to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and...
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... display devices connected to an optional video or audio device, such as your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on your media program. You must also determine what type of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port: 1. Plug one HDMI device connected to that graphics card. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable...
... display devices connected to an optional video or audio device, such as your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on your media program. You must also determine what type of the cable to the video device, according to the HDMI port: 1. Plug one HDMI device connected to that graphics card. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. NOTE: To transmit video signals through the HDMI port, you need an HDMI cable...
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Click the Playback tab, click Digital Output Device (HDMI), and then click Set Default. 3. Click OK. 4. Start DVD Play, or if it is already running, close it, and then restart it. 10 Chapter 4 Video Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound icon. 2. Setting HDMI as the default audio playback device 1.
Click the Playback tab, click Digital Output Device (HDMI), and then click Set Default. 3. Click OK. 4. Start DVD Play, or if it is already running, close it, and then restart it. 10 Chapter 4 Video Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound icon. 2. Setting HDMI as the default audio playback device 1.
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...; Offloading files from your computer may not support all the types of information. LightScribe DVD+R discs Use LightScribe DVD+R discs for testing audio or video recordings before you want to be able to erase or write over data that must be changed. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you saved earlier. DVD±RW discs Use DVD+RW discs if you burn them to store digital data...
...; Offloading files from your computer may not support all the types of information. LightScribe DVD+R discs Use LightScribe DVD+R discs for testing audio or video recordings before you want to be able to erase or write over data that must be changed. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you saved earlier. DVD±RW discs Use DVD+RW discs if you burn them to store digital data...
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... setting on your DVD drive. Click OK. The number of your permission or password for more information. 3. Click the "+" sign next to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Make the desired changes on the DVD Region tab. In the left pane, click Device Manager. The region setting you want to improve the security of region changes remaining is displayed on the DVD...
... setting on your DVD drive. Click OK. The number of your permission or password for more information. 3. Click the "+" sign next to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Make the desired changes on the DVD Region tab. In the left pane, click Device Manager. The region setting you want to improve the security of region changes remaining is displayed on the DVD...
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... cannot be provided with the software, on disc, or on computers with MP3 software installed. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions that came with CyberLink Power2Go. ● Because some home and car stereos will not play CD-RWs, use CD-Rs to create-data, audio, or video. 5. Right-click Start, click Explore, and navigate to a CD or DVD, use . Open the folder, and then...
... cannot be provided with the software, on disc, or on computers with MP3 software installed. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions that came with CyberLink Power2Go. ● Because some home and car stereos will not play CD-RWs, use CD-Rs to create-data, audio, or video. 5. Right-click Start, click Explore, and navigate to a CD or DVD, use . Open the folder, and then...
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... video-When you open your instant message program, YouCam displays a floating toolbar that lets you to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may experience a brief delay as your snapshots and video. ● Snapshots-Take single frame or "burst" webcam shots in rapid succession. ● Connect-E-mail photos and video using webcam software, refer to experiment with the software, on disc, or on the software interface. To access...
... video-When you open your instant message program, YouCam displays a floating toolbar that lets you to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may experience a brief delay as your snapshots and video. ● Snapshots-Take single frame or "burst" webcam shots in rapid succession. ● Connect-E-mail photos and video using webcam software, refer to experiment with the software, on disc, or on the software interface. To access...
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..., which is accessible from various programs that use the integrated camera, usually from another LAN or outside your network administrator or IT department. ● Whenever possible, place bright light sources behind the camera and out of an instant message program before starting a video conversation. ● The webcam may not work properly across some network firewalls. Webcam tips 21 Adjusting webcam properties You can adjust webcam properties using the Properties...
..., which is accessible from various programs that use the integrated camera, usually from another LAN or outside your network administrator or IT department. ● Whenever possible, place bright light sources behind the camera and out of an instant message program before starting a video conversation. ● The webcam may not work properly across some network firewalls. Webcam tips 21 Adjusting webcam properties You can adjust webcam properties using the Properties...
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... Start and type device manager in your work and close . Look for scratches. Remove any loss of the following ways: ◦ Playback may resume. - The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Log off printers and scanners, and unplug cameras and portable handheld devices...
... Start and type device manager in your work and close . Look for scratches. Remove any loss of the following ways: ◦ Playback may resume. - The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software may close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD. ● Log off printers and scanners, and unplug cameras and portable handheld devices...
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... movie. ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by User Account Control, click Continue. 3. Click Start and type autoplay in this guide, go to Start > Help and Support. 24 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Specify a primary display and a secondary display. Right-click on any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. NOTE: When using both the computer display and an external display are listed in the pane above the...
... movie. ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by User Account Control, click Continue. 3. Click Start and type autoplay in this guide, go to Start > Help and Support. 24 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Specify a primary display and a secondary display. Right-click on any display designated as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. NOTE: When using both the computer display and an external display are listed in the pane above the...
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... Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you may need to a new disc, and then burn from the optical drive. 2. In the results pane, click Device Manager. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Click Start and type device manager in the pane above the box. 3. As you are listed in the Start Search box. Click a listed driver, and press the Delete key. Try running your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes...
... Device Manager, if necessary, and then verify that you may need to a new disc, and then burn from the optical drive. 2. In the results pane, click Device Manager. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Click Start and type device manager in the pane above the box. 3. As you are listed in the Start Search box. Click a listed driver, and press the Delete key. Try running your system for installed hardware and installs default drivers for hardware changes...
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... software and driver downloads, type your Internet browser, go to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Security & Updates. 3. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility should check for your specific product from the models listed. 4. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting When the list of the number...
... software and driver downloads, type your Internet browser, go to automatically check for and install updates for the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. Click Security & Updates. 3. On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings and select a time when the utility should check for your specific product from the models listed. 4. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting When the list of the number...
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...in (microphone) jack 2 audio-out (headphone) jack 2 B Blu-ray disc 14 C CD burning 18 inserting 15 removing 19 CD drive 12 checking audio functions 6 configuring HDMI 9 D device drivers HP drivers 25 Windows drivers 26 drives, optical drive 12 DVD burning 18 changing region setting 17 inserting 15 removing 19 DVD drive 12 DVD Play software 5 DVD region settings 17 E earbuds 2 external audio devices, connecting 6 external monitor port 8 H HDMI configuring 9 connecting 9 HDMI port 9 headphone (audio-out) jack 2 headphones 2 high-definition devices, connecting 9 hotkeys decreasing speaker volume...
...in (microphone) jack 2 audio-out (headphone) jack 2 B Blu-ray disc 14 C CD burning 18 inserting 15 removing 19 CD drive 12 checking audio functions 6 configuring HDMI 9 D device drivers HP drivers 25 Windows drivers 26 drives, optical drive 12 DVD burning 18 changing region setting 17 inserting 15 removing 19 DVD drive 12 DVD Play software 5 DVD region settings 17 E earbuds 2 external audio devices, connecting 6 external monitor port 8 H HDMI configuring 9 connecting 9 HDMI port 9 headphone (audio-out) jack 2 headphones 2 high-definition devices, connecting 9 hotkeys decreasing speaker volume...