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Multimedia User Guide - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 5
13 6 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 15 The computer does not detect the optical drive 16 A new device driver is needed ...17 A disc does not play ...18 A disc does not play automatically ...18 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 19 The - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
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software that allows you to play and manage your music, movies, and pictures ● Hotkeys that provide fast access to multimedia tasks NOTE: Your computer may not include all of the components listed. The following sections explain how to identify and use the multimedia components included with your - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Records sound. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. 2 Chapter 1 Multimedia - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
the following controls: ● Computer volume hotkey-A combination of the press fn+f11. ◦ To increase volume, press fn+f12. ● Windows® volume control: a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, the Mute icon. If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps to add - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
the burning process as directed by the program you have selected. For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site. CAUTION: Observe the copyright warning. It is a criminal offense, under - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
2 Multimedia software Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music and view pictures. The following section provides details about how to access your preinstalled software. 5 - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
you to use a variety of audio features: ● Play music using your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer.) ● Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
4 Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices 9 - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. NOTE: If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4 to transfer the image to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and the device. 10 - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
video. ● Audio-Record and play back audio. ● Streaming video-Use with instant message software that supports UVC (Universal Video Class) cameras. ● Snapshots-Take still photos. ● HP Presto! Bizcard (select models only)-Use to transform business cards into a usable database of contact information. 11 - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
NOTE: If you are having trouble viewing or sending multimedia files To permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall as color (what makes a color red, green, or blue). Hue is distinct from saturation, which measures the grays look black, and makes dark colors even darker. ● Backlight - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
Controlling the webcam focus (select models only) You can control the webcam focus by selecting Start > All Programs > HP Webcam > HP Webcam > Settings > Options. The following focus options are available: ● Normal-The default setting, appropriate for normal photography. This range extends from - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
6 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. 14 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
(1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until the disc tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect the optical drive, use Device Manager to troubleshoot the device and then update, uninstall, or roll back the device driver. To check your device and drivers in Device Manager, follow these steps: 1. Remove any discs from the - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
Internet browser and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your country or region. 3. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in the product box. 4. Press enter, and then follow the on-screen instructions. A new device driver is needed 17 - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
displayed, click No. After you click No, the computer may behave in either of the following ways: ◦ Playback may resume. - or - ◦ The playback window in the multimedia program may close. To return to playing the disc devices connected to the computer. A disc devices, and then click Save - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
, the DVD image will not appear on any display designated as the secondary display. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in this guide, select Start > Help and Support. The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ● Be sure that all other programs - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
4 checking audio functions 8 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 17 DVD, creating or burning 4 E earbuds 2 external audio devices, connecting 8 external monitor port 10 H headphone (audio-out) jack 2 headphones 2 I internal microphone 2 issues, resolving 14 J jacks audio-in (microphone - Compaq 6531s | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
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