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... 16 Using Bluetooth Devices ...17 Adjusting Screen Brightness...17 Adjusting the Ambient Light ...18 Adding Hardware and Software 18 Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware 18 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive...19 Using the HP Pocket Media Drive 19 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the...
... 16 Using Bluetooth Devices ...17 Adjusting Screen Brightness...17 Adjusting the Ambient Light ...18 Adding Hardware and Software 18 Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware 18 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive...19 Using the HP Pocket Media Drive 19 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the...
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... stand ...30 Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 31 HP TouchSmart Software Overview 33 What Is HP TouchSmart Software 33 Opening HP TouchSmart Software 33 Opening HP TouchSmart Automatically 33 Navigating HP TouchSmart ...34 Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software 36 Tablet Input Panel (Onscreen Keyboard 36 HP TouchSmart Tiles ...37 HP TouchSmart Browser ...37 HP TouchSmart Photo...38 HP TouchSmart Music ...38 HP TouchSmart Video ...38 Webcam and Microphone ...38 Capturing...
... stand ...30 Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 31 HP TouchSmart Software Overview 33 What Is HP TouchSmart Software 33 Opening HP TouchSmart Software 33 Opening HP TouchSmart Automatically 33 Navigating HP TouchSmart ...34 Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software 36 Tablet Input Panel (Onscreen Keyboard 36 HP TouchSmart Tiles ...37 HP TouchSmart Browser ...37 HP TouchSmart Photo...38 HP TouchSmart Music ...38 HP TouchSmart Video ...38 Webcam and Microphone ...38 Capturing...
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... and family.* *Internet access required. G Power/Sleep button Press the Power/Sleep button to turn on , press the button to open your HP TouchSmart software. H Volume and mute controls Adjust the sound level up to put it may affect the ability of up or down, or mute. J ...Memory card reader Use the built-in memory card reader to the Internet through your HP TouchSmart PC and open the HP TouchSmart software for storing and transferring data, photo, music, and video files. A remote control is included with a remote control and TV tuner...
... and family.* *Internet access required. G Power/Sleep button Press the Power/Sleep button to turn on , press the button to open your HP TouchSmart software. H Volume and mute controls Adjust the sound level up to put it may affect the ability of up or down, or mute. J ...Memory card reader Use the built-in memory card reader to the Internet through your HP TouchSmart PC and open the HP TouchSmart software for storing and transferring data, photo, music, and video files. A remote control is included with a remote control and TV tuner...
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...the computer is included with select models only. A remote control is already on, you can press this button to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Getting to launch the TouchSmart window. After you turn on the computer for the first time, and have gone through all the setup wizards, you can ..., press the Power/Sleep button (A) on the top-right side of the computer to turn on the computer and launch HP TouchSmart software. Turning off the HP TouchSmart PC Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap the Arrow button next to turn it into Sleep mode by following the onscreen instructions. ...
...the computer is included with select models only. A remote control is already on, you can press this button to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 13 Getting to launch the TouchSmart window. After you turn on the computer for the first time, and have gone through all the setup wizards, you can ..., press the Power/Sleep button (A) on the top-right side of the computer to turn on the computer and launch HP TouchSmart software. Turning off the HP TouchSmart PC Tap the Windows Vista start button, tap the Arrow button next to turn it into Sleep mode by following the onscreen instructions. ...
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... the color spectrum, or by model) To download the tool, visit www.windowsvista.com/upgradeadvisor 18 Getting Started (Features may not be compatible with your HP TouchSmart software Check www.hp.com/go/touchsmart for details. See www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/hardwarereqs.mspx and www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx for updated...
... the color spectrum, or by model) To download the tool, visit www.windowsvista.com/upgradeadvisor 18 Getting Started (Features may not be compatible with your HP TouchSmart software Check www.hp.com/go/touchsmart for details. See www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/hardwarereqs.mspx and www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx for updated...
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... and Quick-Launch. To open automatically when you first turn on your computer, the Windows Vista desktop opens. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 33 HP TouchSmart Software Overview What Is HP TouchSmart Software? The HP TouchSmart software suite comes preinstalled on your new computer. From the HP TouchSmart homepage, quickly view your favorite online programs, the Web, and RSS feeds. just a few taps. Auto-Start...
... and Quick-Launch. To open automatically when you first turn on your computer, the Windows Vista desktop opens. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 33 HP TouchSmart Software Overview What Is HP TouchSmart Software? The HP TouchSmart software suite comes preinstalled on your new computer. From the HP TouchSmart homepage, quickly view your favorite online programs, the Web, and RSS feeds. just a few taps. Auto-Start...
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... item is selected when a disc icon appears. CAUTION: Because the HP TouchSmart touch screen uses a sensitive touch technology, to the playlist area. CAUTION: To achieve the best touch sensitivity, keep the HP TouchSmart PC away from foreign objects. Then use your Windows desktop. Use ...environment that contains excessive dust, heat, or humidity. Action Move an HP TouchSmart tile to a new location Drag and drop songs to create a playlist Description (continued) Press and drag a tile up or down , and then left or right to the drop location. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 35
... item is selected when a disc icon appears. CAUTION: Because the HP TouchSmart touch screen uses a sensitive touch technology, to the playlist area. CAUTION: To achieve the best touch sensitivity, keep the HP TouchSmart PC away from foreign objects. Then use your Windows desktop. Use ...environment that contains excessive dust, heat, or humidity. Action Move an HP TouchSmart tile to a new location Drag and drop songs to create a playlist Description (continued) Press and drag a tile up or down , and then left or right to the drop location. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 35
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... languages. When you use the touch screen, keyboard, mouse, or remote control (included with a keyboard or mouse. Other tasks, such as HP TouchSmart programs, browsing the Internet, or accessing your language is not available, you can use with select models only). It can also recognize your touch...or if you want to adjust your handwriting and convert it to typewritten text. Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software To use software and navigate the Windows desktop, you can use the Windows Media Center program to watch and record TV programs, the remote ...
... languages. When you use the touch screen, keyboard, mouse, or remote control (included with a keyboard or mouse. Other tasks, such as HP TouchSmart programs, browsing the Internet, or accessing your language is not available, you can use with select models only). It can also recognize your touch...or if you want to adjust your handwriting and convert it to typewritten text. Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software To use software and navigate the Windows desktop, you can use the Windows Media Center program to watch and record TV programs, the remote ...
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... shortcuts to either software programs, features in your program shortcuts. See the FAQ chapter for the rest of small tiles below that of a row and dropping it moves. It does not support other display formats, such as RSS feeds. HP TouchSmart Tiles When you open HP TouchSmart software, you see a... row of large tiles and a row of your HP TouchSmart homepage. Use the large tile area for programs you use often, and use the...
... shortcuts to either software programs, features in your program shortcuts. See the FAQ chapter for the rest of small tiles below that of a row and dropping it moves. It does not support other display formats, such as RSS feeds. HP TouchSmart Tiles When you open HP TouchSmart software, you see a... row of large tiles and a row of your HP TouchSmart homepage. Use the large tile area for programs you use often, and use the...
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...button to access the Help menu. YouTube requires an Internet connection, and you must set up an account.) Outside HP TouchSmart software, you to add special effects to your videos, e-mail videos to your friends, and upload your family's) schedule. ...Capturing webcam video and snapshots Use HP TouchSmart to capture webcam video and snapshots. To use CyberLink YouCam software (select models only) to record video and take snapshots. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 39 HP TouchSmart Calendar HP TouchSmart Calendar is a part of Windows Vista Mail. CyberLink...
...button to access the Help menu. YouTube requires an Internet connection, and you must set up an account.) Outside HP TouchSmart software, you to add special effects to your videos, e-mail videos to your friends, and upload your family's) schedule. ...Capturing webcam video and snapshots Use HP TouchSmart to capture webcam video and snapshots. To use CyberLink YouCam software (select models only) to record video and take snapshots. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 39 HP TouchSmart Calendar HP TouchSmart Calendar is a part of Windows Vista Mail. CyberLink...
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... Save and record multiple movie files to your own style to the HP TouchSmart software suite, you may have the following table is not available in all the software included with select models only. Copy video files. Use the Zoom and... data files. Some of all countries/regions.) Start a video chat. This is not a complete list of the software listed in the following programs installed. Create viewing bookmarks. See the programs listed in your collection, or from CDs ...home movies. Print labels to attach directly to friends and family. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 41
... Save and record multiple movie files to your own style to the HP TouchSmart software suite, you may have the following table is not available in all the software included with select models only. Copy video files. Use the Zoom and... data files. Some of all countries/regions.) Start a video chat. This is not a complete list of the software listed in the following programs installed. Create viewing bookmarks. See the programs listed in your collection, or from CDs ...home movies. Print labels to attach directly to friends and family. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 41
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After the System Information displays, view Operating System, Name. NOTE: HP TouchSmart media includes the Photo, Music, and Video programs. Within HP TouchSmart software, tap Personalize. b Select the program you are in the menu above the program list. f Click Recovery Manager. h ... crashing, there are crashing? What can I tell if my HP TouchSmart computer is being removed. HP TouchSmart FAQs 55 Turn off the application that does not work , close and restart HP TouchSmart. How can I do if my HP TouchSmart media programs are a few things you are having trouble with ...
After the System Information displays, view Operating System, Name. NOTE: HP TouchSmart media includes the Photo, Music, and Video programs. Within HP TouchSmart software, tap Personalize. b Select the program you are in the menu above the program list. f Click Recovery Manager. h ... crashing, there are crashing? What can I tell if my HP TouchSmart computer is being removed. HP TouchSmart FAQs 55 Turn off the application that does not work , close and restart HP TouchSmart. How can I do if my HP TouchSmart media programs are a few things you are having trouble with ...
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... computer 13 updating the computer software 18 upgrading the computer hardware 18 using the software 33 what is HP TouchSmart software 33 HP TouchSmart Browser using 37 HP TouchSmart Calendar synchronizing with Microsoft Windows Vista calendar 39 using 39 HP TouchSmart Clock, setting 40 HP TouchSmart Media Library 48 HP TouchSmart Music creating a playlist 49 using 38 HP TouchSmart Notes using 40 HP TouchSmart Photo using 38 Index 57
... computer 13 updating the computer software 18 upgrading the computer hardware 18 using the software 33 what is HP TouchSmart software 33 HP TouchSmart Browser using 37 HP TouchSmart Calendar synchronizing with Microsoft Windows Vista calendar 39 using 39 HP TouchSmart Clock, setting 40 HP TouchSmart Media Library 48 HP TouchSmart Music creating a playlist 49 using 38 HP TouchSmart Notes using 40 HP TouchSmart Photo using 38 Index 57
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... 14 Setting up a wired home network 15 Using Bluetooth Devices ...16 Adjusting Screen Brightness...16 Adjusting the Ambient Light ...17 Adding Hardware and Software 17 Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware 17 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 17 Using the Optical Disk Drive...18 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the...
... 14 Setting up a wired home network 15 Using Bluetooth Devices ...16 Adjusting Screen Brightness...16 Adjusting the Ambient Light ...17 Adding Hardware and Software 17 Upgrading your HP TouchSmart PC hardware 17 Updating your HP TouchSmart software 17 Using the Optical Disk Drive...18 Using the TV Tuner to Watch and Record TV Programs on the...
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... Shipping 28 Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 29 HP TouchSmart Software Overview 31 What Is HP TouchSmart Software 31 Opening HP TouchSmart Software 31 Opening HP TouchSmart Automatically 31 Navigating HP TouchSmart ...32 Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software 34 Tablet Input Panel (Onscreen Keyboard 34 HP TouchSmart Tiles ...35 HP TouchSmart Browser ...35 HP TouchSmart Photo...36 HP TouchSmart Music ...36 HP TouchSmart Video ...36 Webcam and Microphone ...36 Capturing...
... Shipping 28 Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware 29 HP TouchSmart Software Overview 31 What Is HP TouchSmart Software 31 Opening HP TouchSmart Software 31 Opening HP TouchSmart Automatically 31 Navigating HP TouchSmart ...32 Touch Techniques for the Windows Desktop and Non-HP TouchSmart Software 34 Tablet Input Panel (Onscreen Keyboard 34 HP TouchSmart Tiles ...35 HP TouchSmart Browser ...35 HP TouchSmart Photo...36 HP TouchSmart Music ...36 HP TouchSmart Video ...36 Webcam and Microphone ...36 Capturing...
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... ms.** The display is optimized for touch widescreen high-definition display with HP BrightView technology.* The HP BrightView technology improves the contrast and clarity of your digital life by touch with the HP TouchSmart software. * High definition (HD) content is sturdy and delightfully responsive. B... Bluetooth (select models only) Use Bluetooth to connect to interact with the HP TouchSmart. Experience the ease of managing your display, ...
... ms.** The display is optimized for touch widescreen high-definition display with HP BrightView technology.* The HP BrightView technology improves the contrast and clarity of your digital life by touch with the HP TouchSmart software. * High definition (HD) content is sturdy and delightfully responsive. B... Bluetooth (select models only) Use Bluetooth to connect to interact with the HP TouchSmart. Experience the ease of managing your display, ...
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...and Blu-ray discs.* Read and write DVD-RAM, CD-R/RW, and DVD+/-R/RW. K FireWire (IEEE 1394) Transfer videos from a distance of your Windows Media Center options, such as watching and recording your HP TouchSmart software. Refer to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 3 Getting to the Watching and Recording TV...the Power/Sleep button to turn the computer off your CD collection. G Slot-loading CD/DVD drive (located on and open the HP TouchSmart software for quick access to your environment, to provide a cleaner sound. L IR receiver window Infrared (IR) receiver window, located on ...
...and Blu-ray discs.* Read and write DVD-RAM, CD-R/RW, and DVD+/-R/RW. K FireWire (IEEE 1394) Transfer videos from a distance of your Windows Media Center options, such as watching and recording your HP TouchSmart software. Refer to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 3 Getting to the Watching and Recording TV...the Power/Sleep button to turn the computer off your CD collection. G Slot-loading CD/DVD drive (located on and open the HP TouchSmart software for quick access to your environment, to provide a cleaner sound. L IR receiver window Infrared (IR) receiver window, located on ...
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After you have turned on the computer for the first time, and gone through all the setup wizards, you finish setting up your HP TouchSmart PC, press the Power/Sleep button (A) on the top-right side of the computer to turn it on. it into Sleep mode by pressing ... turned on, you can press this button to open the HP TouchSmart software. Complete the initial setup by model) If the computer is included with select models only. Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC After you can use the HP TouchSmart button (B) to turn on the computer and open the...
After you have turned on the computer for the first time, and gone through all the setup wizards, you finish setting up your HP TouchSmart PC, press the Power/Sleep button (A) on the top-right side of the computer to turn it on. it into Sleep mode by pressing ... turned on, you can press this button to open the HP TouchSmart software. Complete the initial setup by model) If the computer is included with select models only. Turning the HP TouchSmart PC On and Off Turning on the HP TouchSmart PC After you can use the HP TouchSmart button (B) to turn on the computer and open the...
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...Light is turned off , and on. Updating your HP TouchSmart software Check www.hp.com/go/touchsmart for details. See www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/hardwarereqs.mspx and www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx for updated software and new software features. * Certain Windows Vista product features require advanced... cycle through low intensity, medium intensity, high intensity, off when you add. Adding Hardware and Software Some HP TouchSmart PCs feature a Windows Vista 64-bit system, and may not be compatible with your computer. Make sure your hardware and...
...Light is turned off , and on. Updating your HP TouchSmart software Check www.hp.com/go/touchsmart for details. See www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/hardwarereqs.mspx and www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx for updated software and new software features. * Certain Windows Vista product features require advanced... cycle through low intensity, medium intensity, high intensity, off when you add. Adding Hardware and Software Some HP TouchSmart PCs feature a Windows Vista 64-bit system, and may not be compatible with your computer. Make sure your hardware and...
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You can set up computer resources for quick access to maximize the touch features on your new computer. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 31 HP TouchSmart Software Overview What Is HP TouchSmart Software? HP TouchSmart is made to your new computer. To open automatically when you start your photos, watch videos, play music, or search the Internet with a few minutes ...
You can set up computer resources for quick access to maximize the touch features on your new computer. HP TouchSmart Software Overview 31 HP TouchSmart Software Overview What Is HP TouchSmart Software? HP TouchSmart is made to your new computer. To open automatically when you start your photos, watch videos, play music, or search the Internet with a few minutes ...