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Multimedia Document Part Number: 419669-001 January 2007 This guide explains how to use the audio and video features of the computer. - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - 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 Using the video features and S-Video-out video features 1-9 Using the external monitor port 1-10 Using the S-Video-out jack 1- - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
1 Multimedia hardware Using the optical drive The optical drive allows you to play, copy, and create CDs or DVDs, depending on the 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 > - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - 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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - 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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - 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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - 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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
) jack 6 Internal microphone 7 Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Increases computer sound. Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, a headset, or television audio. Records sound. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports a stereo array and monaural microphone. Using sound recording software , 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 - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
■ Computer volume buttons: ❏ To mute or restore volume, press the volume mute button. ❏ increase the volume, press the volume up button. ■ Windows® volume control: 1. Click the Volume icon in the the Mute icon. If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow the steps below to - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
Multimedia hardware Using the video features 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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
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 Multimedia - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - 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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - 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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - 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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
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 nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
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 > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. ✎ Windows - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
Multimedia software 3. Click the "+" sign next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. 4. Right-click the DVD drive for which you want to change region settings, and then click Properties. 5. Make the desired changes on the DVD Region tab. 6. Click OK. Observing the - Compaq nw8440 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
© Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows is a 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 accompanying
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Multimedia
Document Part Number: 419669-001
January 2007
This guide explains how to use the audio and video features of the
computer.