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RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT OR SERVICE TO YOU. HP assumes no responsibility for the . All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied, 4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 3
on Your PC for the First Time 5 Setting Up and Connecting to Your Internet Account 5 Installing Software and Hardware Devices 6 Transferring your old PC information and files to your new PC 7 Making recovery discs 7 Registering Your PC 7 Using Desktop Icons 8 Using Compaq Organize software - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 4
Help 21 Recovering from Software Problems 21 Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center 21 Using Instant Support 22 Using Compaq Connections 22 Getting messages 22 Turning off messages 23 Re-enabling messages 23 Finding Online Guides 23 Finding Web Sites about your PC 24 Finding More Help - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 5
Your Car or Home CD Players with RecordNow!..........54 Creating CDs to Play on Your PC 55 Creating a Music CD 56 Storing Files on a DVD or CD 56 Disc Labels 61 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs for the PC 61 Setting Automatic Recording Options 62 Using Compatibility Information 63 Identifying - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 6
Filters 76 Adding a Menu 77 Making a Movie 77 Recording VHS Video Files Direct to DVD 78 Converting Recorded TV to MPEG-2 Format (Europe only 78 Troubleshooting 79 Index 91 vi Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 7
to Commonly Asked Questions In this Getting Started Guide, you can find answers to questions about the following topics: • Turning on the PC, page 5 • Registering your PC, page 7 • Transferring information to your new PC, page 7 • Using desktop icons, page 8 • Customizing special buttons on the - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 8
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: Please read "Safety Information" in the Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting your PC to the electrical power system. Putting Your PC Together Follow the steps on the quick setup poster to set up your PC. Look in the PC box for printed details or updates regarding your model - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 10
Comfort Guide: • Click Start, choose All Programs, choose PC Help & Tools, and then click Safety & Comfort Guide. Or • Type http://www.compaq.com/ergo into connectors on the back of your computer. Some PC models also have connectors on the front of the PC. Connector symbol Description Mouse (PS/2) - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 11
, and then follow the onscreen instructions. 7 Register your PC; see "Registering Your PC" on page 7. Setting Up and Connecting to Your Internet Account Before you can connect to the Internet, you must sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Compaq has made arrangements with leading ISPs - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 12
using the Microsoft System Restore program; refer to "Recovering from Software Problems" in the Warranty and Support Guide. Restart the PC after installation. Choose software that is compatible with your PC - check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed for the new software for - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 13
Guide for instructions and more information. Registering Your PC Registration is quick and easy, and it offers you access to subscriptions and notifications such as: • E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and driver updates specific - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 14
. Icon Opens Help and Support (select models only) Use it to View onscreen Help information about your PC. Easy Internet Sign-up Set up a new or an existing Internet account. Software Repair Wizard (select models only) Register with Compaq Repair software problems with programs, printers, or - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 15
guides included with your PC. To see the items in the PC Help & Tools folder: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tools. 4 Click an item to view it or use it. NOTE: If there are no guide titles listed in PC Help & Tools, your PC has no onscreen guides. Setting - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 16
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may vary from the illustrations. Using the Internet Keyboards Internet keyboards may connect directly to your PC or may be wireless. (See "Using the Wireless Keyboard Set" on page 14 for a description of the wireless set.) Some keyboards do not have the Internet buttons shown here at the top of the - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 18
the Internet (if you have an established Internet account). • Search for information on the Internet. • Place the PC into standby mode to save power. • Start, pause, and stop playing a CD or DVD; skip to programs and connect to Internet Web sites. • Get support information. 12 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 19
mode to save power. • Connect to the Internet (if you have an established Internet account). • Mute speaker sound. • Get support information. Using the Standard Keyboard This keyboard enables you to: • Adjust speaker volume. • Place the PC into standby mode to save power. Using the Keyboard 13 - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 20
A wireless keyboard (B) uses a receiver/transmitter unit (A), instead of a connector cable, to communicate with your PC. The wireless keyboard, mouse (C), and receiver set is available with select models only. A Number lock on B Capitals lock on C Scroll lock on D Receiver activity A light (D) on - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 21
specific functions. Internet keyboard 1 NOTE: The number, location, and labeling of buttons vary by keyboard model. Figure key A Icon B C Compaq D E Feature Standby User Compaq Help My Pictures Description Puts PC the PC users. Links to Compaq Web site. Opens the Help and Support Center. - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 22
previous track f Skip to the next track Media control keys NOTE: The number, location, and labeling of buttons vary by keyboard model. 16 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 23
reconfigured to open a site or software program. Takes you to the Help and Support Center. C Search Opens a Web site that helps you locate information on the , Webcasts, entertainment news, and reviews. G My Presario Takes you to the My Presario Club Web site, featuring a variety of discounts, - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 24
Feature Standby Connect Search E-Mail Compaq Help Calculator Volume Mute Description Puts PC into power-saving mode (screen is blank but PC is still on). To make a site or software program. Links to Compaq Web site. Opens the Help and Support Center. Opens the calculator. Can be reconfigured - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 25
to customize. 11 Click OK to finish. NOTE: Clicking the Restore Defaults button on the Button tab restores all of the Internet buttons to the factory settings. Using the Keyboard 19 - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 26
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Recovery program or the Compaq System Recovery programs. Now is a good time to make your recovery discs. For instructions on making recovery discs, repairing and recovering your software, and more information, refer to the Warranty and Support Guide that came with your PC. Using the Onscreen Help - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 28
Connect to Customer Support. 4 Click Start a New Request. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to run a test or submit a problem. (Your PC must be connected to the Internet to submit a request.) Using Compaq Connections Compaq Connections (select models only) is an Internet-based service that brings - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 29
on the desktop. Or 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tools. 4 Choose Compaq Connections. 5 Click Re-enable Compaq Connections. Finding Online Guides You can find online guides and information for your PC. To view online manuals for your PC, go to the Support Web - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 30
Use the Web site addresses listed in the Warranty and Support Guide for: • Information about your PC. • Your technical support needs. Type these Web site addresses into the address box of your Internet browser, and then press the Enter key on your keyboard. Finding More - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 31
as digital photos, music, videos, and other important files. You can also use the HP Personal Media Drive to back up other drives on your PC. Using the HP Personal Media Drive 25 - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 32
most PCs. The and Compaq PCs (select PC. PC PC is turned off, the drive automatically turns off. When the PC is in standby mode (a reduced power state), the drive remains turned on. WARNING: Do not move the PC with the HP Personal Media Drive inserted in the bay or connected to a USB port on the PC - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 33
guide ridges Inserting the Drive 1 Turn on the PC. 2 Line up the ridges on the bottom of the drive with the two slots on the side or the bottom of the PC the drive is firmly connected to the internal power and USB port. With the PC turned on, the power indicator (B) on the front of the drive is lit - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 34
PC, you can find the drive in My Computer PC. To locate the drive: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Click My Computer My Computer window Right-click My Computer. 3 Select specific folders. Refer to the following procedures for more detailed instructions about creating linked folders. 28 Getting Started - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 35
on the HP Personal Media Drive. 1 Click Start on the taskbar, click My Computer, and then double-click the HP Personal Media Drive icon. 2 Create a personal music Player library when your drive is connected to the PC. When you disconnect the drive, your music files may still appear in the - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 36
Device to locate your HP Personal Media Drive. USB Mass Storage Device may be listed twice. One may contain a memory card reader or other mass storage drive. 4 Select the HP Personal Media Drive, and then click OK. The 6 Disconnect the drive by removing it from the drive bay. 30 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 37
), two side speakers (left-right), two rear speakers (left-right), a center speaker, and a subwoofer. The PC supports a variety of sound options and speaker configurations. You may set up your PC for two stereo speakers or for multichannel audio speaker systems. Connect your speaker system to the - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 38
PC support up to six channels of sound (5.1 speaker output) and use the Multi-channel Sound Manager to configure the software settings. Connecting the speaker system to the PC Turn off the PC and the speakers. 3 Connect To PC connector Audio Turn on the PC. 5 Turn on Configuration tab, your PC does not have - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 39
speaker configuration (if your InterVideo WinDVD program supports more than two channels). Refer to " use the microphone connector on the back of the PC with a 3-connector multichannel audio speaker system, you WinDVD™ SE program (select models only) is set up for two-speaker (stereo) output. To - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 40
Setting up 6-connector sound PC models that include six sound connectors (select models only) on the back of the PC, support settings. Identifying the six audio connectors (6-connector) The PC supports are on the back of the PC: • A Side speaker port ( on the back of the PC: the four connectors used - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 41
example, 7.1 speakers. A connector with no descriptive text in the Connection Guide indicates that the connector is not used for the selected speaker configuration. supports more than two channels). Refer to "Configuring multichannel audio output for the DVD player" on page 33. To set up the PC - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 42
PC of a PC with 6- PC. • RealTek HD Digital Input to use the digital audio in connector on the back of the PC . • RealTek HD Front Green Jack to use the green connector on the front of the PC PC, or to use the audio line in connector on the front of the PC the back of the PC, you must perform these - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 43
is used. However, to use the mic connector on the back of the PC, click the Select check box under Microphone so a check mark appears in the manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later. • Speaker Configuration - selects the number of speakers, shows the Connection Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 44
on the front of the PC. NOTE: The connectors on the front of your PC may be of a different headphones connector (C) on the front of the PC can be retasked to perform a different the function for the cable from a list, and then it sets the universal audio jack to perform the selected function. The - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 45
Hardware window with the USB Mass Storage Device selected. Doing so removes the operating system recognition of the memory card reader from your PC; you must restart the PC to see your memory card reader again. If you open the Safely Remove Hardware window by mistake, click Close. Working with - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 46
and then remove the media. A steady light indicates that the PC is not reading or writing the media. WARNING: Do not try Memory Card MultiMediaCard (MMC) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Card Memory Stick (MS-Pro) Memory Card SmartMedia (SM) Memory ) B (upper-left) B (upper-left) 40 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 47
the computer image, watch DVD movies (if you have a DVD player), or play games on your TV. Identifying cables you may need To connect a TV to the PC, you back of your PC, you may also need an S-video adapter cable. Connecting to a TV set To use your TV as a PC screen: 1 Turn off the PC. 2 Connect the - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 48
you turn on the TV and the PC. 2 Turn on the TV. Press the Video/TV button on your remote control to select the Video setting, not the TV setting. 3 Turn on your PC. 4 When the Windows desktop appears, right-click an empty area of the desktop and choose Properties. The Display Properties window - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 49
nView tab. 2 To view the computer image on your PC monitor and your TV simultaneously, in the area nView Display Mode select Clone. Or To view the PC image on just the TV, in the area nView Display Mode, select Standard [Dualview], click the Device Settings button, choose Select Output Device, and - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 50
the previous setting. 4 Click the OK button to save changes, and then click OK again to close the Display Properties window. NOTE: Some PC models can connect more than one display device (CRT monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, and so on) to the PC. You can quickly change where the PC desktop appears - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 51
then select the Analog Display option. 3 Click the OK button. 4 When the PC image appears on the monitor screen, click Yes to keep the setting. You have 15 seconds to accept this new setting before it reverts to the previous setting. 5 Click the OK button to save changes, and then click OK again to - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 52
TV option. See the previous procedure. 2 Turn off the TV and the PC. 3 Remove the video cable from the TV and the PC. 4 Remove the audio cable from the TV and the PC. 5 Reconnect your PC speaker cable to the Line Out jack (lime green connector) on the back of the computer. 46 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 53
Playing CDs and DVDs Your PC includes software that lets you play music CDs and DVD movies (select models only). This section describes how to: • Play music CDs using Windows Media - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 54
Playing CDs and DVDs with Windows Media Player Your PC must have a DVD drive to play DVD movies. 1 Insert the music the side you want to play. 2 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the PC. The movie plays in its own resizable video window, and the WinDVD control panel appears. If the - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 55
the code locks, you can play DVDs from that country/region only. If the country/region code locks, and you need help, contact Support. WinDVD is not pre-set to a particular country/region - the country/region code of the first DVD movie you play determines your DVD country/region. Playing CDs and - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 56
to 1. If you later play a DVD that is coded for a different country/region, WinDVD asks if you want to set this as the current country/region. Playing Video CDs (VCD) with InterVideo WinDVD 1 Insert your Video CD (VCD) into to hear. 10 Close the Graphic Equalizer window. 50 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 57
burning. NOTE: If your recording fails, manually select a slower recording speed, if recording speed. NOTE: HP supports lawful use of technology and PC has a CD-RW or DVD Writer drive (select models only), your PC to copy music files to a portable device or memory card. Use a CD-R disc if you are - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 58
there are not any songs listed, insert a CD into your drive and click Copy from CD. Follow the onscreen instructions. 4 Click the Copy button in the upper-right corner. For more information on using Windows Media Player, click -left corner of the Windows Media Player window. 52 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 59
Creating (Burning) Data CDs Using Windows XP Your PC has recording software to record data files, such as text the file or files you want to copy. 3 Click Copy to CD in the Tasks list. 4 Click My Computer in the Other Places list and then double-click the disc drive you want to use. 5 Insert a blank - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 60
discs play only in some stereos. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse in your car or home CD player or on your PC. Creating CDs to Play in Your Car or Home . 9 Click OK. It is best not to use the PC while recording. 10 Click Done when recording is complete. Click - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 61
Creating CDs to Play on Your PC 1 Click Start, choose All Programs, Sonic RecordNow!, and then click RecordNow!. 2 RW discs may not play in some stereos. 9 Click OK. It is best not to use the PC while recording. 10 Click Done when recording is complete. Click the Help icon and then select RecordNow! - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 62
a Music CD IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and or another appendable disc. Or • If you are adding files to a disc, follow the onscreen instructions. NOTE: An appendable disc means additional files can be added to it, if there is disc don't type in a name. 56 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 63
, find and select your folders and files, and then click Add. Repeat this step until all files are added. Or • Drag your file from your desktop or from anywhere in Windows Explorer into the file selection window. Repeat this step until all files are added. NOTE: You can rename your files - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 64
until the disc is full. With DVD+R discs, you need to select the correct setting in RecordNow! to record files in a later session. To do this, insert your used on your disc. Copying a DVD or CD IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 65
Erasing a DVD or CD You can use RecordNow! to erase music, data, or video files from rewritable DVDs and CDs, leaving almost all the disc space available for new recordings. If you try to record a video or music file to a rewritable disc that has files on it, the recording program prompts you to - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 66
Programs, Sonic RecordNow!, and then click RecordNow!. 2 Select the Backup Projects tab. 3 Select Save Image. 4 Insert the source disc into the drive. 5 Click Browse to set the destination and name of the image file. 6 Click the Save icon to create the image file. 60 Getting Started - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 67
VHS Video Files Direct to DVD" section on page 78 of this guide. NOTE: Your DVD Writer or CD Writer drive will not copy commercially CDs/DVDs for the PC For more information about creating Recovery CDs/DVDs, refer to the Warranty and Support Guide that came with your PC. Creating (Burning) CDs and - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 68
Setting Automatic Recording Options When you first insert a blank CD into your DVD RecordNow! • Take no action. The options displayed depend on what software is on the PC. You can choose to have a specific action occur automatically each time you insert a blank CD by selecting the Always do the - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 69
the option you have set: 1 Click Start. 2 Click My Computer. 3 Right-click is opened, select an action and follow the onscreen instructions within the program. If the option you want is , and you can then manually select a different option through the Start menu on the desktop. Here are some of - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 70
, depending on the quality of the recording. • Can be used to back up hard disk drive files that you can update periodically. 64 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 71
Video recording length Disc type 8.5 GB Double-Layer DVD+R 4.7 GB DVD+RW, DVD+R 700 MB CD-RW, CD-R 650 MB CD-RW, CD-R Video quality setting Good Better 325 minutes 217 minutes 180 minutes 120 minutes 27 minutes 18 minutes 24 minutes 16 minutes Best 108 minutes 60 minutes 9 minutes 8 minutes - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 72
CD-R Data Yes MP3 Music Yes Plays in PC Yes Yes Yes Yes CD-RW Data Yes by model NOTE: This PC comes with the Double-Layer DVD-Writer drive. It supports single-layer and double computer DVD-ROM drives. *GB is defined as 1 billion bytes For the latest disc compatibility information for your PC - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 73
data on a CD Play music Record data or music to disc for storage or backup View DVD movies Record DVD movies Play PC games CD-ROM X X X X CD-RW X X X X X DVD-ROM X X X X X X DVD+RW/+R X X X X X X X X DoubleLayer X X X X X X X X Combo CD-RW/ DVD X X X X X X X Creating (Burning) CDs and DVDs 67 - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 74
CD before using the DVD Writer/CD Writer drive. To do this, follow the installation instructions that came with the CD. Your PC comes with the following software programs. Use this table to find out what you can or .gif. • Can create AVI and WMV (Windows Media Video) files. 68 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 75
files. • Record a copy of an existing music or data CD to use on the PC. • Create customized music CDs from CDs in your collection, or from WAV, MP3, or , and then play them on your PC. • Create video files, record them to DVDs and CDs, and then play them on some set-top DVD players. • Record video - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 76
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Creating DVD Movies Your PC allows you to capture (copy), edit, and record your home movies in four easy steps by using the InterVideo WinDVD Creator® software program (select models - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 78
disk drive by using the WinDVD Creator program. Among the devices supported by WinDVD Creator are analog video devices, digital camcorders, and Web to: • Connect your video source device properly. • Turn your device on and set it to playback mode. • Make sure the program you want to use can Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 79
WinDVD Creator, and then click InterVideo WinDVD Creator again. 2 Click the Capture video into hard disk button. 3 Connect your digital camcorder to your PC. 4 Make sure the output from your digital camcorder appears in the Preview window. If it does not, double-check your connections and make sure - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 80
Creator, and then click InterVideo WinDVD Creator again. 3 Open a project by either selecting the Create new project or Open existing project button. 74 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 81
4 If you have already captured video for this project, drag and drop the video files from the Media Library to the Storyboard. If you have video files on your hard disk drive which you would like to add to this project, click the Drag and Drop button. 5 If you do not like the sequence of the video - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 82
the text you would like to appear on your title screen. 4 If you inserted the title effect in between video clips, click on the Image Setting icon to adjust the length of time you want the title clip to appear. A capital T appears in the bottom right corner of the title clip - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 83
Adding a Menu The Add Menu section turns your project interactive. It creates a menu theme and breaks your project into chapters. The menu theme can be your own images and music or a custom theme that comes with WinDVD Creator. 1 If your project is already open, click the Add Menu button. 2 Click - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 84
and select Output to File. 5 Select a GQ, HQ, SP, LP or EP format and click OK. 6 Enter a file name and click Save. 78 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 85
(Monitor) • Hard Disk Drive • Hardware Installation • Internet Access • Keyboard and Mouse • Memory • Miscellaneous • Power Some of the symptoms listed may not apply to your PC. For problems relating specifically to the monitor or printer, refer to the equipment documentation. Troubleshooting 79 - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 86
off your PC, and reconnect ) connector on the PC. Unplug the headphones. to start. Problem Disc is PC stores. Windows does not detect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM driver. Driver problem drive. 5 Click the Action menu item, and select Uninstall. Click OK. 6 Restart your PC: Click Start, click Turn Off Computer - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 87
Problem Solution Cannot remove a CD or DVD disc. Cannot create (burn) a disc. The PC is turned off. Problem with disc. Problem with drive. Problem with PC operation. Turn on your PC them to disc. • Enable Direct Memory Access (DMA) on your PC. • Restart the PC and try again. Troubleshooting 81 - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 88
Problem Problem with disc. in my stereo. Make sure you set PC, but you cannot create a music DVD to be played in a home CD player. Problem select the capture device if your PC has both an analog and Problem with recording method. Video files recorded with RecordNow! can be viewed on a PC - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 89
Problem Solution PC is unable to read the diskette (floppy disk). A non-formatted diskette has been inserted. To format the diskette: 1 Click Start, and then click My Computer open the Help and Support Center, or refer to the Warranty and Support Guide to contact Support for replacement details. - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 90
the monitor resolution setting in Windows. See your monitor documentation for the best resolution for your monitor. Hard Disk Drive Symptom PC seems to be locked up and not responding. Hard disk drive error message displays. Problem Program in use has stopped responding to commands. Part of hard - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 91
cable or connector are not bent. Turn off the PC, turn on the external device, and then turn on the PC to integrate the device with the PC system. Restart the PC, and follow the instructions for accepting the changes. Deselect the automatic settings in the operating system for the card, and choose - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 92
the General tab to see if your device is enabled and working properly. If it is available, click the Troubleshoot button and follow the onscreen instructions in the device troubleshooter wizard. 10 Restart the PC. Click Start, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Restart. 86 Getting Started - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 93
network cable into a telephone service line; doing so may damage the NIC. Verify that the Web browser is installed and set up to work with your ISP is enabled. 7 If there are further problems, click the Troubleshoot button and follow the onscreen instructions. You may want to remove the AOL program - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 94
keyboard to open the Help and Support Center, or refer to the Warranty and Support Guide to contact Support for replacement details. Try unplugging and then reconnecting the mouse cable to your PC. Replace the two AA alkaline batteries in the mouse; then set the ID channel by pressing the Connect - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 95
If the problem persists, replace the battery. See the Upgrading and Servicing Guide for instructions, or refer to the Warranty and Support Guide to contact Support for replacement details. If you encounter printer problems, refer to the documentation that came with your printer. Troubleshooting 89 - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 96
setting for your country/region, or refer to the Warranty and Support Guide to contact Support. Test the outlet by connecting a different electrical device to the outlet. Reinstall the old memory to return your PC to its original state. Refer to the Upgrading and Servicing Guide for instructions - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 97
Web camera video, 73 card reader, memory, 39 carpal tunnel syndrome, 3 CD/DVD keyboard button, 16 making recovery discs, 21 removing, 81 troubleshooting, 79 Compaq Connections, using, 22 Compaq keyboard button, 15 connect the speakers 6-connector PC, 35 connecting a TV, 41 multichannel speakers - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 98
desktop Support, manuals, online, 23 memory card reader card types, 39 using, 39 microphone 6-connector, using, 36 using with multichannel speakers, 33 using, (6-connector), 36 model number for the PC, viewing, 7 monitor, 5 troubleshooting, 84 mouse troubleshooting, 88 92 Getting Started Guide - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 99
organizing information, 8 problem turning on, 90 problem, powered off, 90 problem, won't turn off, 90 registering, 7 running tests, 22 serial number, viewing, 7 setting it up, 3 transferring files and settings to new PC, 7 troubleshooting, 79 turning on, 5 viewing PC image on TV, 42 PC Help & Tools - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 100
a TV, 41 tips, 22 transferring information to your new PC, 7 troubleshooting, 79 turning on PC first time, 5 troubleshooting, 79 TV connecting, 41 disconnecting, 46 TV-out, 41 cables, 41 connecting a TV set, 41 disabling TV option, 44 viewing PC image on TV, 42 U updating, system, 22 USB connecting - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 101
WinDVD, 33 control panel, 49 features, 69 playing DVD movies, 48 playing video CDs, 50 WinDVD Creator adding a menu, 77 adding audio effects, 76 adding images, 75 adding title effects, 76 adding transition effects, 76 capture, 71 capturing analog video, 74 capturing digital camcorder video, 73 - Compaq Presario SR1000 | Presario Desktop PCs - Getting Started Guide - Page 102
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