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Multimedia Document Part Number: 406850-001 April 2006 This guide explains how to use the audio and video features of the computer. - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 2
drive 1-1 Identifying the installed optical drive 1-1 Inserting an optical disc 1-2 Removing an optical disc (with power 1-3 Removing an optical disc (without power the external monitor and S-Video-out video features 1-9 Using the external monitor port 1-10 Using the S-Video-out jack 1-11 2 - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 3
type of installed drive and installed software. Identifying the installed optical drive To view the type of optical drive installed in the computer: » Select Start > My Computer. The type of optical drive installed in the computer is displayed under Devices with Removable Storage. Multimedia 1-1 - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 4
Multimedia hardware Inserting an optical disc 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray. 3. Pull out the tray 2. 4. Hold the CD or DVD by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces, and position the disc - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 5
) If the computer is running on external or battery power: 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then pull out the tray 2. 3. Remove the disc 3 from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 6
an optical disc (without power) If external or battery power is not available: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip 1 into the release access on the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray 2. 3. Remove the disc 3 from the tray by gently - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 7
following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer. Component 1 Speakers (2) 2 Volume mute button 3 Volume down button Description Produce computer sound. Mutes and restores computer sound. Decreases computer sound. (Continued) Multimedia 1-5 - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 8
Increases computer sound. Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, a headset, or television audio. computer is equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports a stereo array and monaural microphone. Using sound recording software with - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 9
connector into the headphone jack. In addition to connecting headphones, the headphone jack is used to connect the audio input function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. When connecting a device to the headphone jack, use only a 3.5-mm stereo plug. ✎ When a device is connected to - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 10
Computer volume buttons: ❏ To mute or restore volume, press the volume mute button. ❏ volume, press the volume up button. ■ Microsoft® Windows® volume control: 1. Click the Volume icon in the mute the volume. If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps to place - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 11
Multimedia hardware Using the external monitor and S-Video-out video features The computer includes the following video features: ■ S-Video-out jack that connects a range of advanced video components ■ External monitor port that connects a television, monitor, or projector ■ TV tuner jacks that - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 12
external display device such as an external monitor or projector, to the computer. To connect a display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. ✎ If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4 to transfer the image to the device. 1-10 - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 13
, overhead projector, or video capture card. The computer can support one S-Video device connected to the S-Video-out jack while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display and on any other supported external display. ✎ To transmit video signals through the S-Video-out jack, you need - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 14
to the manufacturer's instructions included with the device. 3. Press fn+f4 to switch the image among display devices connected to the computer. ✎ If the S-Video-out jack on the computer is not accessible because the computer is docked in an optional docking device, connect the S-Video cable to the - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 15
. Depending on the hardware and software included with the computer, the following multimedia tasks may be supported: ■ Playing digital media, including audio and video CDs, audio and video DVDs, and Internet radio ■ Creating or copying data CDs ■ Creating, editing, and burning audio CDs ■ Creating - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 16
from a CD included with the computer: 1. Insert the multimedia software CD into the optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the installation instructions on the screen. 3. Restart the computer if prompted. Repeat the installation procedure for all multimedia software on CD - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 17
Windows Media Player. ✎ Some programs may be located in subfolders. 2. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. - or - 1. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. An AutoPlay dialog box is displayed - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 18
on battery power. ■ Before writing to a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you are using. ■ Do not copy directly from a source disc to a destination disc or from a network drive to a destination disc. Instead, copy from a source disc or network drive to your hard drive, and - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 19
changes remaining on the drive is displayed in the Changes remaining field on the DVD Region tab. The number in the field includes the fifth and permanent change. To change DVD settings through the operating system: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. Right-click in the window and select Properties - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 20
Multimedia software Observing the copyright warning It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. Do not use this computer for such purposes. 2-6 - Compaq nc8430 | Multimedia - Page 21
2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks 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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Multimedia
Document Part Number: 406850-001
April 2006
This guide explains how to use the audio and video features of the
computer.