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    Multimedia User Guide
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    © Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements
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    models only 9 Configuring audio for HDMI (select models only 10 5 Optical drive Identifying the installed optical drive 11 Using optical ) ...14 Playing music ...14 Watching a movie ...15 Changing DVD region settings ...16 Creating or "burning" a CD or DVD ...17 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD ...18
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    properties ...20 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 21 The computer does not detect the optical drive 22 A disc does not play ...22 A disc does not play automatically ...23 A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically 23 A DVD movie is not
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    Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated microphone for
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    and video and captures still photographs. Records sound. Produce sound. Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds
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    to decrease speaker sound incrementally. ◦ To increase speaker sound, press fn+plus sign. Hold down the hotkey to increase speaker sound incrementally. ● Windows® volume control: a. Click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. b. Increase or decrease the volume
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    functions The media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD, DVD, or BD (Blu-ray Disc) in the optical drive. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and a function key (2). ● When an audio CD, DVD, or BD is not playing, press fn+f9
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    movies, and view pictures. The following sections provide details about HP if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. NOTE: Some disc into the optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer
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    ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with instant messaging programs ● Stream radio programs (select models only) or receive FM radio
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    : A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device. Checking your audio functions To the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program Events, select any sound event, such as a beep or alarm, and click the Test button. You
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    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 image to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and the device. 8 Chapter 4 Video
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    HDMI port connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. The computer can support one HDMI device connected to the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other
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    devices. 2. On the Playback tab, click either Digital Output or Digital Output Device (HDMI). 3. Click Set Default, and then click OK. To return audio to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then
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    : ● DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer (DL) support ● LightScribe DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer (DL) support ● Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer (DL) support ● LightScribe Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double-Layer (DL
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    , such as a DVD-ROM drive, supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). These discs store information, such as music, photos, and movies. DVDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs. Your optical drive can read standard CD and DVD discs. If your optical drive is a Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive, it can also read
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    drive supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). CDs, used to store digital data, are also used for commercial audio recordings and are convenient for your personal storage needs. DVDs are used primarily for movies files from your hard drive to free up testing audio or video recordings before you
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    amounts of data ● High-definition video playback and storage ● Video games Playing music 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Hold the disc by the edges and position the disc label-side up over the
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    want to use the media content. Choose DVD Play or Windows Media Player, both preinstalled on your computer. NOTE: After movie Your optical drive allows you to watch movies from a disc. You can also watch high-definition movies from a disc if your computer includes an optional Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive
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    such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information. 2. Click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to show all of the installed drives. 3. Right-click the DVD drive for which you want to change region settings
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    click Open Windows Explorer, and navigate to the folder where the source files are stored. 6. Open the folder, and then drag the files to the drive that contains the blank optical disc. 7. Initiate the burning process as directed by the program you have selected. For specific instructions, refer to
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    , or BD 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the
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    succession. ● Connect-E-mail photos and video using the icon on the software interface. NOTE: For details about using webcam software, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 19
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    across some network firewalls. NOTE: If you are having trouble viewing or sending multimedia files to someone on another LAN and then reenable the firewall. To permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall as necessary, and adjust the and Support. 20 Chapter 6 Webcam (select models only)
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    7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until the
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    . ● Click Properties to see if the device is working properly: -The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. -Click the Driver tab to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for this device. A disc does not play ● Save your work and close all open programs
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    window movie if you lower system color properties to 16-bit color, as follows: 1. Right-click on a blank area of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Select High Color (16 bit is inserted into the optical drive. A DVD movie stops, skips, or
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    driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use DVD Play to play a DVD. DVD Play is installed on the computer and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 24 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
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    press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Proceed to step 6. 3. Click your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Install
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    . To use Windows Update: 1. Click Start > All Programs > Windows Update. NOTE: If you have not previously set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to enter settings before you can check for updates. 2. Click Check for updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
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    14 removing, with power 18 using 12 optical drive 11, 12 P ports external monitor 8 HDMI 9 projector, connecting 8 R region codes, DVD 16 S software installing 5 multimedia 5 Windows Media Player 5 speakers 2 T troubleshooting disc burning 24 disc play 22, 23 DVD movie play 23 external display 24 HP
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    W webcam adjusting properties 20 tips 20 using 19 webcam light 2 28 Index
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