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    Getting Started
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    The only warranties for Hewlett-Packard products and services are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained
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    Guides 1 Finding Guides on the Web 1 Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center 2 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 2 Using the hardware diagnostic tools 2 Using HP Total Care Advisor Software 3 Turning On the Computer for the First Time 5 Turning Off the Computer 6 Using Shut Down 6 Using
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    Special Keyboard Buttons 23 Customizing the keyboard buttons 25 Keyboard Shortcuts 26 Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting 26 Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard 26 Using the Mouse 29 Using the Mouse Buttons 30 Scrolling ...30 Autoscrolling 30 Panning...31 Changing Mouse
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    recording devices 48 Resolving sound issues 48 Using the Windows Media Center Remote Control 49 Remote Control Buttons Overview 50 About the Remote Control 52 Troubleshooting the Remote Control 53 Remote sensor is not receiving a signal from the remote control 53 Introducing Your Computer
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    HD Disc Drives 81 Using the Memory Card Reader 83 Media Insertion Guide 84 Understanding the Activity Light 87 Formatting a Memory Card 87 Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader 88 Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive 89 Connecting the Drive 90 Inserting the Drive into
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    Settings categories 108 Using Windows Media Center power settings 109 Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs 111 Using Music...111 Using Music with Windows Media Center 112 Using the music library 113 Adding music to the music library 113 Adding music files from the hard disk drive 113 Adding music
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    Playing DVDs with Windows Media Player 136 Using DVD Play to Play DVDs, Videos, High-Definition DVDs, and Blu-ray DVDs......... 137 Playing Video CDs (VCDs 139 Playing video CDs (VCDs) with Windows Media Player 139 Creating Audio and Data Discs 141 Erasing Rewritable Discs Before Recording 142
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    152 Adding picture files from the hard disk drive 152 Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center 153 Viewing pictures as a slide show 154 Viewing a slide show with music 154 Using supported picture file types in Windows Media Center 155 Editing Pictures in Windows Media Center 156 Fixing red eye
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    the local hard disk drive 196 Add TV recording folder for Windows Media Center to find 197 Changing disk space for recording TV programs 197 Updating recorded TV list after removing the HP Media Drive 197 System requirements to view recorded TV programs on other computers 198 Copying recorded
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    the Web You can find guides and information for your computer by using the Internet to access the Support Web site. 1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Enter the model number of your computer, and then click
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    to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about commonly asked questions. To open the Help and Support Center: Press the Help button (select models only) on your keyboard. Or Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Help and Support. Using the PC
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    . PC Help provides simple access to help and support information for your computer. Products Showcase provides a listing of products and services available for your computer, and presents comparison shopping information about those items. To open HP Total Care Advisor: 1 Click the Windows Start
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    4 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    ® Windows Vista® by following the onscreen instructions. 6 Follow the onscreen instructions to register with HP or Compaq, sign up for updates, and get online. If you do not want to set up an Internet connection at this time, you can do so later by manually starting Easy Internet Services. See
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    to wake quickly and resume your work where you left off. Hibernate mode saves the system memory to a temporary file on the hard disk and then turns off the hardware. Some computers also have a reduced-power state called Away mode. Away mode turns off the display and mutes the audio, but otherwise
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    , if you set it to do so. To put the computer into Sleep mode manually: Press the Sleep button on the keyboard, if it is present. Or 1 Click the Windows Start Button 2 Click the Power button. Or on the taskbar. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click the Arrow button next
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    button on the front of the computer. Using Hibernate mode Hibernate mode is available as an advanced power setting. When the computer is in Hibernate mode, it saves to the hard disk drive everything that is in computer memory, turns off the monitor and the hard disk drive, and then turns itself off
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    into Sleep, Hibernate, or Away modes automatically when it is idle for a specified number of minutes. To put the computer into a mode automatically, modify the power management settings. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click System and Maintenance. 4 Click
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    an account with an ISP, skip this step and follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 2 If you did not set up for Internet service during the initial setup of the computer, set it up now by using Easy Internet Services. a Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. b Click All Programs. c Click
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    -wide settings, access all files on the computer, and install software and drivers that are compatible with Windows Vista. Limited - Standard User: Is not allowed to change other user settings or passwords. A Limited account may not be able to install or run some software. Is allowed to change the
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    user accounts: More memory (RAM) usage Multiple Temporary Internet Files folders to remove during Disk Cleanup More data to back up Longer time to complete virus scan Protecting the Computer Protect the computer, personal settings, and data from a variety of risks by using: Passwords. Antivirus
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    store them in a secure place away from the computer. Do not store passwords in a file on the computer. You can use the same password for more than one Windows Vista security feature. A password can have any combination of up to eight letters and numbers, and it is not case sensitive. A password must
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    . It is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against new viruses beyond the free period by purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and updating Norton Internet Security software, and for purchasing extended update service, are provided within the program. To open and
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    the computer for automatic Microsoft software updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. HP recommends that you run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates. One way to keep the operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature
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    for the computer: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. 3 Follow any onscreen instructions to complete downloading and installing the latest updates. Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices After
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    from an Old Computer to a New Computer You can copy files from the old computer to a new computer by using media such as CDs or DVDs, memory sticks, or personal media drives. You can also copy certain settings such as Web browser Favorites and address books by using Windows Easy Transfer software
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    18 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    any special keyboard keys. You may need to install keyboard software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the keyboard. Your computer may include either a standard keyboard or a wireless keyboard. Using the keyboard is the primary way that you enter text and commands for
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    labeled F1 through F12. Most function key operations vary by software program. F1 and F3 are available at all times: Pressing F1 opens a Help window for the software program being used. Pressing F3 opens a search window. Edit keys The edit keys are Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down
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    are controls for moving up, down, right, and left. You can use these keys instead of the mouse to move the cursor for navigation on on the keyboard is on, the numeric keys work in the same way as the number keys and arithmetic functions found on a basic calculator. When the Num Lock light on the
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    Name Description Num Lock When lit, numeric keys are locked as number keys and arithmetic functions. Caps Lock When lit, alphanumeric keys are speaker volume, connect you to the Internet, or provide quick access to specific functions. (Some keyboard models have some of these special buttons to the
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    take 10-30 seconds before screen reappears. Switches between computer users. ? Or Or Or Information Pictures (Photos) Music Video Internet Search Or hp Or Compaq E-mail HP Club Compaq Or My Presario Opens Help and Support Center. Opens imaging software program. Can be reconfigured. Opens
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    . Can be reconfigured. Media control or playback buttons Icon Label Eject 1 and Eject 2 Rec Description Opens or closes upper and lower optical drive trays. Starts recording to selected media. Stop Stops media. Play/Pause Plays or pauses media. Prev Rewinds media. Next Fast-forwards media
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    different programs or files or go to favorite Web sites. If you cannot customize the keyboard buttons using the following procedure, see the documentation that came with the keyboard. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present
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    press simultaneously to perform specific actions. For example, from the Windows Vista desktop, press the Alt (alternate) key, the Ctrl (control) key, and the S key (the letter S) to display support information for the computer (including the model number, serial number, and service ID). You see this
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    and hold the Connect button (C) on the underside of the keyboard until the blue LED on the receiver stops flashing. For additional mouse and keyboard troubleshooting tips, refer to the Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide. Using the Keyboard 27
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    the mouse. You may need to install mouse software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the mouse. Your computer includes a mouse for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows Vista desktop. The mouse uses a roller ball or optics (a light and sensor) to sense movement
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    display a menu of commands for the item you clicked. On select models, use the scroll wheel button (B) in the center for scrolling and panning. NOTE: can switch the function of the left and right buttons for left-handed use. See "Changing Mouse Settings." Scrolling Click the left mouse button to
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    programs. Changing Mouse Settings Switching mouse button functions To switch the functions of the right and left mouse buttons for left-handed use: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Mouse. 5 Click the Buttons
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    Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Mouse. 5 Click the Buttons tab. 6 In the Double-click speed area, use number of lines per scroll by clicking the arrow buttons. Or In the Horizontal Scrolling area, adjust the number of
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    Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting If the wireless mouse and keyboard do not respond, see "Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard" in the "Using the Keyboard" chapter to resynchronize the devices. Using the Mouse 33
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    34 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    multichannel speakers, see "Connecting Speakers or Microphone" in the Advanced Setup Guide. NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button or power cord) or active (power button or power cord). Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems; the speaker system must have its own
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    Volume knob on the speakers (select models only). There are two ways to use the Volume icon: 1 Click the orange Realtek HD Audio Manager Volume icon on When you are satisfied with the sound level, click outside the Volume window to close it. Or 1 Right-click the white Microsoft Volume icon on
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    your speaker audio output by using the following software. Use the software that applies to your computer model: Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality Speaker Settings Configuration (audio card) Realtek HD Audio Manager (multistreaming audio) Windows Media Center (all systems) Configuring
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    connected to your system. 8 Click X to close the window. Now that you have configured the audio card software, you must configure audio output for your media software program. The procedure is different for each program. Refer to the instructions that came with the media software program. 38 Getting
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    . NOTE: If you are using the FlexiJack as your Digital In connection, and you want to connect digital speakers as your output device, you need a special connector from Creative. 1 Connect your audio cable to the FlexiJack connector on the audio card. 2 Click the Windows Start Button , All Programs
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    speakers and headphones Configuring surround sound More information For more information about configuring and using the audio card, go to the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi documentation: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Point to All Programs. 3 Click Creative, Sound Blaster X-Fi
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    or manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later. Speakers: Enables you to select the number of speakers, view whether the connectors are analog or digital, and select the digital audio output and digital audio input devices. Only speakers that are currently being used are
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    Microphone: Enables fine control over the recording volume and playback volume of the microphone. Includes buttons for noise suppression and acoustic echo cancellation. Line In (Digital Input): Enables control over volume, playback, mute, recording, and multistreaming audio. 42 Getting Started (
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    button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then save them for connector is ready to use for recording sound. If you want to use another connector for recording, In tab, and then select Set Default Device. 6 Click OK to close the window. NOTE: You can retask the front pink
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    and Front Speaker Out connectors on the front of the computer, as necessary. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. in the device check box that you want to select, and then click OK. You can now use the front connectors as either input or output devices. 44 Getting
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    user documentation for information about setting up powered speakers or your AV receiver. Audio input computer, audio files may reside on: hard disk drives, DVDs, CDs, USB drives, HP Personal Media Drives, or any connected device. Play internal media files through programs such as: Microsoft Windows
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    sound on the computer or powered speakers that are connected to the front-panel green headphone jack, from one of the following external computer audio sources: a Front-panel Line In b Internal source residing on a hard disk drive, DVD, CD, USB drive, or other external device See "Example 2: For
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    for stereo music playback A set of powered stereo 5.1 or 7.1 speakers to the rear Speaker Out connectors for DVD playback sound output 2 Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar to open the Realtek HD Audio Manager window. 3 Click the Device Advanced Settings button. 4 Select Make
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    on the taskbar, and increase the system volume. Reconfigure the sound software for surround sound. Reinstall the audio card drivers by using application reinstallation program; refer to the Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide that came with the computer. 48 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    windows. Control the video display. Place the computer in and out of sleep mode. Shut down or restart the computer. Log off from Windows Media Center or switch users. The remote control cannot: Navigate the Windows desktop or control other computer programs outside of Windows Media Center. Be used
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    11 Start - Opens the Windows Media Center main menu. 12 Volume - Increases (+) and decreases (-) volume. 13 Mute - Turns computer sound off. The word Mute is displayed when Mute is turned on. 14 Record - Records a selected television program and stores it on the hard disk drive. 15 Play - Plays the
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    show of all the pictures on the hard disk drive. 28 CH/PG up (+) and down (-) - Changes the TV channels or moves pages up and down, depending on available options. Moves to the next DVD chapter. 29 Eject - Ejects CD or DVD drive. 30 Pause - Pauses audio and video tracks and live or recorded TV
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    TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video. To open Windows Media Center using the remote control, simply point it at the remote sensor, and press the Windows Media Center Start button . Use the remote control at a maximum distance of 8 meters (26 feet) from
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    remote sensor from the computer, and plug it into the same USB port. 6 Disconnect all other USB devices, leave the remote sensor plugged in, and then restart the computer. Plug in other USB devices after the remote sensor appears in the Device Manager window. Using the Windows Media Center Remote
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    -mark icon) on your keyboard (select models only). Or Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Help and Support. For help with specific software, refer to the onscreen Help within the program. Using the Desktop The desktop is the work area that appears on the monitor screen. It
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    the desktop, and then click Empty Recycle Bin. Using the Windows Start Button Menu Click the Windows Start Button Support Center. Start a search. Open the Control Panel to view or change settings. Using the All Programs menu To find the software programs on your computer: 1 Click the Windows
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    Go to the desktop or folder, right-click an empty area, and then click Paste. If you use Add or Remove computer. The Control Panel also provides tools for changing system performance, adding hardware, adding or removing programs, and other tasks. To open the Control Panel: 1 Click the Windows
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    as a digital camera or a digital video camera, to the computer either directly or through a docking station. Digital picture files that you copy or download from the device appear in the Pictures folder. Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital
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    http://www.name.extension (for example, http://www.hp.com). The URL may include the path to a specific file within that site. Each period, or dot, in the URL separates elements within the address. For example, you will see the URL extension .com used by companies. When you enter the URL into your
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    hp.com) into the address box in the browser, and then pressing Enter on your keyboard. Or you can use the browser search feature to search for references to a specific it. Click the X in the search window to clear the results of the search search items on the computer and for advanced options. Click
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    Internet access. Set up a list of Web sites that people who use your computer cannot view. Adjust the type of content people can view with and Help and Support or Internet Explorer, is not viewable if the user does not know the password. To enable Content Advisor: 1 Click the Windows Start Button
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    Security icon on the desktop. 2 Click the Norton Internet Security tab. 3 Click the Tasks & Scans bar. 4 Click Run a Scan. 5 Select Run Full System Scan to scan your entire hard disk drives for viruses and security risks. Depending on the number of files on your computer, this may take several
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    included with select models only. Setting up a Custom Scan time To create a Custom Scan for specific files, folders, and drives: 1 Double-click the Norton Internet Security icon on the desktop. 2 Click the Norton Internet Security tab. 3 Click the Tasks & Scans bar. 4 Click Configure a Scan. 5 Click
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    offline (not connected to the Internet). Using Windows Mail To set up Windows Mail, you first need some information from instructions provided by your ISP to install its Web browser and e-mail program, and to set up and use your e-mail account. You can then send and receive e-mail when your computer
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    DVD Play (select models only) You can: Play DVD movies and video CDs (VCDs). Play Blu-ray and High-Definition DVDs if the computer has a Blu-ray and HD DVD disc drive. Use the Zoom and Pan features. Create viewing bookmarks. HP Photosmart Essential (select models only) Rhapsody (select models only
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    directly onto a disc. HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Quickly organize the Web links you want to keep available to you on your desktop. Comparison-shop using the convenient shopping search engine. Get HP software and driver updates. Get important messages from HP. Access PC Health and
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    .jpg or .gif. Create .avi and .wmv (Windows Media Video) files. NOTE: You may have a software update CD included with your computer. You may need to install this CD before using the DVD Writer/CD Writer drive. To do this, follow the installation instructions that came with the CD. Introducing Your
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    you do on the computer involves working with files. The computer can copy files to other storage media within component drives, such as diskettes, memory cards, CDs or DVDs, or it can send them to output devices, such as a printer. Organizing Files with Folders In Windows Vista, folders enable you
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    : Do not move any file that is part of an installed program. Doing so can cause the program to become unusable. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Explorer. 2 Find the file that you want
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    a file, you can use the Search box at the top of every folder, or the search box on the Windows Start Button menu, which searches the whole computer. To search from a folder Search box: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Click the Windows Start Button on the
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    computer. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows that is part of an manually or it is cleared to make room for more recently deleted files. 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop
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    If it does not, follow the instructions that came with the printer to install the specific printer driver manually. You can print text and graphics from most software programs and Web sites if you have a printer connected to the computer, and if the computer has the necessary software installed for
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    Drives Using the CD and DVD Drives Your computer can come with several types of CD or DVD drives that allow you to perform different tasks. What you can do depends on what kind of drive you have. Allows you to: Read data from CDs. Play music CDs. Read DVDs. Record (burn) data or music to discs
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    of the disc. Store discs at room temperature. Inserting and removing CDs and DVDs CAUTION: Use only standard-shaped (circular) discs in the drives. Using non-standard discs, such as heart-shaped discs or business-card discs, may damage the drive. To insert a CD or DVD: 1 With the computer turned on
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    : 1 With the computer turned on, open the disc tray by pressing the Eject button. 2 Holding on to the disc edges or center hole only, lift the CD or DVD out of the tray. 3 Place the disc in its case. 4 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the computer. Using CD and DVD Media Drives 77
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    with some DVD video players and with most computer DVD-ROM drives. CD-R discs are more compatible with home and car stereos than CD-RW discs are. Blu-ray disc drives are required to play Blu-ray discs. Blu-ray disc drives can read Blu-ray discs and record to Blu-ray discs. HD disc drives are capable
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    to hard disk drive capacity. Actual formatted capacity is less. For the latest disc compatibility information for your computer, go to the HP Support Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support NOTE: Double-layer DVD technology is supported by select models only. Using CD and DVD Media Drives 79
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    DVD. No No Play No HD DVD. No No Record No data to Blu-ray disc. No No Record HD No data to DVD. No No Double- Combo DVD- DVD+RW/+R layer CD-RW/ LightScribe BD HD RAM DVD-RW/-R DVD DVD DVD+RW/+R DVD+RW/+R Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
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    and HD Disc Drives If the computer came with a Blu-ray (BR) and high-definition (HD) disc drive, there are three programs that are designed specifically for use with this drive: DVD Play plays Blu-ray, high-definition (HD), and regular commercial DVD discs. PowerDirector is a video editing program
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    imaging devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. The optional memory card reader (select models only) can read from and write to a variety of types of memory cards and the IBM Microdrive disk drive. The card reader is accessible directly on the front of the computer. It
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    . Media Insertion Guide 4-slot memory card reader (select models only) A Activity light B Upper-left slot C Lower-left slot D Upper-right slot E Lower-right slot Card SmartMedia (SM) memory card xD media CompactFlash Type I media CompactFlash Type II media Microdrive disk drive Insert the media
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    -right) MS E (lower-right) PRO E (lower-right) PRO Duo E (lower-right) MS Duo *Select models only. Not available in all countries/regions. NOTE: Some memory cards, such as CF Ultra/III, are not compatible with the memory card reader that came with the computer. Using the Memory Card Reader 85
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    fingers down) F (upper) IBM Microdrive disk drive CompactFlash Type I media CompactFlash Type II media Receptacle edge (holes) Receptacle edge (holes) Receptacle edge (holes) G (lower) G (lower) G (lower) NOTE: Do not use SM and xD media in the memory card reader at the same time. Only the first
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    . Follow the instructions that came with your digital camera. Or Insert the media into the correct card slot on the reader until it stops and locks into place. The activity light on the memory card reader lights, and the computer automatically detects the media. 2 Click the Windows Start Button on
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    . Replace the memory card, if necessary. The memory card reader is a device that uses the Safely Remove Hardware task. This appears as a taskbar icon next to the time. Do not click Stop in the Safely Remove Hardware window. Doing so disconnects the drive. If this happens, restart the computer. Do
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    USB hard disk drives designed to quickly and easily increase the storage capacity and to transfer media files such as digital photos, music, videos, and other important files. You can also use the HP Media Drives to back up other drives on the computer. NOTE: The HP Personal Media Drive and the HP
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    cable, but it also can be inserted into specifically designed HP computers. These computers have a special horizontal or vertical drive bay that connects to the drive by using an internal USB connector. The drive can be easily inserted and removed from the hard disk drive bay without turning off the
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    Computer Without a Drive Bay The HP Media Drives are designed to work with most computers as an external hard disk drive that you connect by using a USB 2.0 cable. If the computer has USB 1.1 ports, use two USB ports to insure that enough power is supplied. Most USB 2.0 ports can supply enough power
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    on the taskbar. 2 Click Computer. 3 Select the drive under Hard Disk Drives or Devices with Removable Storage. The default volume name of this drive is HP Personal Media Drive or HP Pocket Media Drive. You can rename the drive in the Computer window by right-clicking the drive, selecting Rename, and
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    manually: 1 Connect the drive to the computer. 2 Select your files, and then drag and drop them to the HP Media Drive in the Computer window. 3 Disconnect the drive and then connect it to another computer. 4 Select your files and then drag and drop them to the new computer's hard disk drive. Using
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    Safely Remove Hardware window opens. NOTE: For some computers, this may be called the Unplug Hardware or Eject Hardware icon. 3 Double-click USB Mass Storage Device to locate the HP Media Drive. USB Mass Storage Device may be listed twice. One may contain a memory card reader or other mass storage
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    your system before you try to troubleshoot a drive problem. These service packs are issued to fix bugs, add drivers, and enhance the security features of your system. See http://support.microsoft.com for details about how to install service packs and Windows updates in your system. Contact Microsoft
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    on the operating system, you may need to be logged on as the administrator to install software. To change a user's account: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel, User Accounts and Family Safety, and then click User Accounts. 3 Click Manage another account, and
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    like never before. Windows Media Center is simple and convenient to use. You can easily find and choose your media. You can play movies, listen to music, and view photos with a single remote control (select models only). Combine the powerful features of your computer with a home theater receiver
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    the computer, refer to the setup instructions that came with the computer. Use the arrow keys on the keyboard or on the remote control to scroll right and left to see all of the Tasks menu items. 3 Select General, Windows Media Center Setup, and then Run Setup Again. Follow the onscreen instructions
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    about your music CDs and DVDs, and download the Television Program Guide if your computer came with a TV tuner. NOTE: You must subscribe to an Internet Service Provider to have an Internet connection. Optimize how Windows Media Center looks on your display. You can: Change display settings
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    menu. B Go back one screen. C Minimize the Windows Media Center window. D Resize the Windows Media Center window. E Close the Windows Media Center window. F Use arrow keys to scroll up and down, left and right through the submenu items. G Use media playback controls: Play, Stop, Pause, Skip, Fast
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    computer documentation, such as speakers and TV tuners, are optional or sold separately. You can run Windows Media Center side-by-side with other Windows software programs. It is possible to browse through your pictures, watch videos, and play music while using other Windows programs. With Windows
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    DVD, or another hard disk drive, such as the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive (sold separately). Use the Optimization setting to keep the computer running smoothly. Use Sleep mode to save power when the computer is not in use. Then, you can display the computer desktop instantly by
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    or year. Windows Media Center automatically to music services, you can Windows-based computer in your home. Playing FM or Internet radio Windows memories With Windows Media Center, you can turn your simple photo collection into a cinematic slide show that can be shared on the computer the specific
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    updated by Microsoft. Some of the services that are listed may not be available in certain countries/regions. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to access the Online Media Web sites. Navigating Windows Media Center Opening Windows Media Center with a mouse You can use either
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    icon that takes you to the main Windows Media Center menu. If you use the remote control, or if you stop using the mouse (after 5 seconds), the Windows Media Center menu bars become hidden. NOTE: You can use the resize buttons to switch to the desktop or to run Windows Media Center side-by-side with
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    item such as a folder, file, or menu item is either highlighted or moves to a zoomed-out position. To select items in Windows Media Center, use the mouse, the arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrow buttons on the remote control, and then press the Enter key on the keyboard
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    : If you are recording a TV program and then put the computer into Away, Hibernate, or Sleep mode, the recording will stop. If the computer is in Away, Hibernate, or Sleep mode and a recording is about to begin, the computer wakes from Sleep and records the program. Using Windows Media Center 107
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    , DVDs, and movies from the Internet. Optimization to keep the computer running smoothly by performing various tasks on a regularly scheduled basis. The Optimization setting closes and then opens Windows Media Center at a specific time each day that you determine. 108 Getting Started (features vary
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    your product, search for your model number, and then click Manuals. NOTE: Information and guides are associated with specific computer model numbers. Some models do not have guides or manuals available on the Web site. Using Windows Media Center power settings When the computer is in Sleep mode, it
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    6 Click the drop-down arrow next to turn off the display to select a time span to turn off the display. 7 Click the drop-down arrow next to put the computer to sleep to select a time span for putting the computer into Sleep mode. 8 Click Save changes. 110 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    describes how to play CDs, DVDs, or VCDs by using Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, or other audio and video programs. This section also describes using Music and radio, and changing DVD and audio settings. Using Music The Music area in Windows Media Center is a great way to play, organize
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    or the Windows Media Player. Select and edit a personalized list of songs in the playlist from the music library. Delete songs from a music library or a queue list. Burn your favorite songs to CDs. Back up your music tracks to a DVD or to an HP Personal Media Drive or other storage device. Listen to
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    For more information about adding and deleting music files to the library, use the Windows Media Player Help menu. Adding music files from the hard disk drive 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 Click Library
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    drive. 5 Select albums. 6 Select the album CD you want to add to the music library. 7 Click Copy CD. The first time that you copy a music CD, you must select the copy-protection option, and then follow any onscreen instructions. 8 After selecting the choices for copy options in the next few windows
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    you would like to delete, and then click Delete. 6 Click Yes when the Confirm Delete window is displayed. NOTE: To delete individual songs, click songs, right-click a song and then click Delete. Using supported music file types You can play the following types of digital audio files in Music. Refer
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    copy music files using Windows Media Center or Windows Media Player, the CD information is copied and displayed in Windows Media Center and in the Windows Media Player music library. NOTE: You can place all your music files into the Music folder or into other folders on the hard disk drive, but you
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    3 After making the changes, click Save. Playing an album in Windows Media Center 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Music. 3 Click music library. 4 Insert a music CD into the CD drive. 5 Click albums. 6 Select the album that you want to play
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    from the queue. You can create a queue and save it as a playlist that you can access in Windows Media Center or the Windows Media Player. 1 From the Music window: Select music library, select songs, and then use the arrow keys to select a song you want, or move the mouse over the songs. Click the
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    the album and see the album details. Using album details In the album details window, you can select from: Play to play window. 2 The now playing window opens, and the album starts playing. 3 In the now playing window, you can also select: View Queue to view an ordered list of all tracks that will
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    can search for music files if you cannot locate them: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Music, and then double-click search. 3 To search, enter letters by using either the alphanumeric keypad on the remote or the keyboard. The search begins
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    left of the screen to go back to Windows Media Center. 6 Click play all. 7 Click View Queue. 8 Click Save As Playlist, and give the playlist a name. 9 Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter a name for the playlist, and then click Save. NOTE: If the computer is connected to the Internet, the CD track
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    disc, and then click Retry. 4 Select a disc format, either Audio CD or Data CD, and then click Next. 5 Use the arrow keys on the keyboard to select the Untitled text box. 6 Use the CD, and then click Next. This will take you to the Choose Music window. 7 Use the arrow keys to scroll through songs.
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    with these files. 11 Click OK to do other things while the disc is being burned. 12 Click Done when the recording is complete. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law. NOTE
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    Media Center can play FM radio stations. The Radio window in Windows Media Center makes it easy to play FM radio stations by using the remote control or the mouse. NOTE: Make sure you connect the FM radio antenna to the back of the HP computer before selecting an FM radio station. This antenna is
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    TV recording and might interrupt TV or radio on an Extender device. 4 Click Yes, and then click Next to set up the TV signal. 5 Confirm your country/region for the TV signal, and then click Next. 6 Windows Media Center will automatically detect and configure the TV signal. Select Configure my TV
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    stations. 1 Connect the FM radio antenna to the connector labeled FM Antenna In, on the back of the HP computer. 2 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 3 Click Music, and then click radio. 4 Click the FM RADIO button. 126 Getting Started (features vary
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    5 Enter a radio station number by using the numeric keypad on the remote control or the keyboard. Or Select the Seek (-) or (+) button for Windows Media Center to find the next playable station. Or Select the Tune (-) or (+) button to find a station manually. Or Select the Preset (-) or (+) button
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    off. 10 Click the left arrow on the top left of the screen to return to the previous window. 11 Click presets to view all of your preset radio stations. Organizing and Using Preset Radio Stations You can easily access and play your favorite preset radio station once all your preset radio
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    will be listed. 2 Use the Using the FM Radio and the TV Signal at the Same Time The FM radio signal and TV tuner input signal share a single tuner card drive. Insert the music CD into the CD or DVD drive. The default audio program opens. If a dialog window opens, choose the program you want to use
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    available programs. Or If the dialog window does not appear, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click All Programs, and then click HP DVD Play or DVD Play BD/HD, or Power Cinema depending on the type of DVD drive and computer model that you have. 3 Use the controls in the DVD program to
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    HP DVD Play. 4 Use the mouse to operate the media controls to control the movie. 5 To play the DVD in full-screen mode, double-click anywhere in the DVD Play window. Troubleshooting the playback window. NOTE: Having a higher-end computer graphics (video) card and increasing computer memory may also
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    Media Center, you will not be able to use the remote control. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Insert the DVD into the drive. If you have other media playing, Windows Media Center asks if you want to play the DVD. Select HP DVD Play. If you
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    . NOTE: To view additional controls, click the right mouse button. A window pops up, displaying additional options such as: zoom, movie details, title Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings, DVD, and then DVD Language. 3 Use
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    To change the DVD remote control options: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 In the settings window, click DVD. 4 In the DVD Settings window, click Remote Control Options. 5 After making the changes, click
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    You can change the DVD closed captioning options: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 In the settings window, click DVD. 4 In the DVD Settings window, click Closed Captioning. 5 After making the changes, click
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    Windows Media Player The computer must have a DVD drive to play DVD movies. 1 Insert the DVD movie into the drive. When the AutoPlay window opens, select Windows playback by using the media control buttons on the keyboard (select models only). For more information on using Windows Media Player,
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    Using DVD Play to Play DVDs, Videos, High-Definition DVDs, and Blu-ray DVDs Depending on the type of DVD drive that is included with the computer, you can play DVDs, HD DVDs, or Blu-ray discs. The front of the drive is labeled with the type of discs that the DVD drive can play. Some drives can play
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    the mouse. NOTE: The Advanced Access Content System (AACS) key that DVD Play uses must be updated every seventeen months in order for it to play DVD titles. For more information about playing video clips, click the ? (Help) button in the DVD Play control bar. 138 Getting Started (features vary by
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    controls in the VCD program to play the VCD. Playing video CDs (VCDs) with Windows Media Player To play VCDs with Windows Media Player you must have either a CD or DVD drive: 1 Insert the (VCD) into the DVD or CD drive. 2 Select Play using Windows Media Player, and then click OK. Or If the program
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    140 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    you to copy, archive, and manage music, video, image, and data files, and then record the files to CDs or DVDs. You can also use Windows Media Player to download and copy music files to a portable device or memory card. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or
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    files can only be played on computers, CD players, or DVD players that support the file format that you use to create the disc (.mp3 is most commonly supported). For file format compatibility, check the documentation for the device in which you intend to play the disc. You may hear a slight loss of
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    files can be recorded repeatedly on a rewritable CD-RW disc, but all previously recorded files must be erased first. CD-R discs cannot be erased. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by
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    discs This section provides instructions for creating a video disc. You can create a video disc from files on the computer hard disk drive or directly from a digital video camera. 1 Insert a writable disc into the disc-burning drive. 2 Open the CyberLink PowerDirector program by clicking the Windows
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    video project. Or Click the Capture button: a Select a capture device, such as DV Camera, TV, PC disc using two disc drives If you have two disc drives, you can copy a CD or DVD directly from one drive to the other. To copy a DVD by using this method, you must have two DVD drives. Otherwise, use
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    of the disc temporarily on the computer hard disk drive. Use these steps to copy a CD or DVD using one disc drive: 1 Insert the disc that you want to copy into the disc-burning drive. NOTE: If a CD-playing program opens automatically, close it before going to step 2. 2 Click the Windows Start Button
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    . 4 Click the Data Disc icon. 5 Select disc type, and then click OK. 6 Locate files from the hard disk drive, and then click and drag them to the lower section of the window. 7 When you are done adding files, click the Burn icon in the toolbar. NOTE: For more help using CyberLink Power2Go, click the
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    a LightScribe label by using CyberLink LabelPrint You may burn data, music, and videos to the disc before or after labeling the disc. See "Creating audio CDs" and "Creating data discs." To make a LightScribe label: 1 Place the disc into the disc drive with the top of the disc facing down. The top
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    section provides instructions for creating a paper label for the disc. To create a LightScribe label, refer to "Making a disc label using LightScribe Technology." 1 Load the printer with adhesive label paper. You can purchase label paper at most office-supply stores. 2 Click the Windows Start Button
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    the one that you want. c If you are creating a paper label, select a paper size under Paper Template by using the drop-down arrow. 9 Click the arrow button at the bottom of the window to continue. 10 When you are ready to create the LightScribe label, click the Print icon. For more help
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    the disc into the CD or DVD drive. Digital camera or digital video camera: Connect the device to the computer by using the transfer cable that came with the device. (Select models have a digital camera docking bay.) Memory card: Insert the memory card into the memory card reader (select models
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    . Pictures is a folder on the hard disk drive in the Documents window, and it is also a Windows Media Center menu item that enables you to view and search for the digital images by using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse. The Pictures + Videos menu in Windows Media Center provides all the
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    Windows Explorer, open Windows Media Center to view them: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos just as you organized them in the Pictures folder in Windows Explorer. 4 Use the arrow keys on the keyboard to move through the
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    Back button on the remote control to go to a previous screen. 7 Use the arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrow buttons on the remote key on the keyboard until you are back at the Windows Media Center Start menu. 5 Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. 6 Select the folder
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    .png File type Joint Photographic Experts Group Tagged Image File Format Graphics Interchange Format Bitmap Windows MetaFile Portable Network Graphics Only supported image file types display in the Pictures + Videos area of Windows Media Center. Unsupported files are skipped in a slide show. NOTE
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    the new settings. 9 Click Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Cropping pictures in Windows Media Center 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. 3 Select a picture to edit
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    5 Click Touch Up. 6 Click Crop. 7 Use the mouse and keyboard to do one or more 9 Click Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Rotating pictures If Windows Media Center: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos
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    Button on the taskbar and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click burn cd/dvd. 3 Insert writable media (CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+/-R, or DVD+/-RW) into the drive. 4 Click Data CD/DVD, and then click Next. NOTE: If you are using a writable disc that contains data, you must select Erase
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    that you downloaded from the Internet. In Pictures + Videos you can: Play videos that are stored anywhere on the hard disk drive. Create a CD or DVD of your video files. View your videos in full-screen mode or from an inset window in Windows Media Center. View small thumbnail images and the titles
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    Using supported video file types You can view the following types of video files in Windows Media Center. Other file types are supported if the computer has the correct software installed: File extension File type .avi Windows Video file (Audio Video Interleaved) .dvr-ms Digital Video
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    Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click burn cd/dvd. 3 Insert writable media (CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+/-R, or DVD+/-RW) into the drive. 4 Select Video DVD, and then click Next. NOTE: If you are using a rewritable disc that contains data, you must select
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    recorded video to the hard disk drive directly from a compatible digital video (DV) camera. 2 Add videos and pictures: Select video and still-image (picture) files from the computer folders. You can easily add videos and still images to the movie project. You can use the following video and picture
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    and save the project to the computer hard disk drive before recording it to disc. 7 Modify the movie: Make final changes to the movie before you save it. 8 Burn to disc: You can record the movie to DVD, VCD, or SVCD. The following sections provide detailed instructions for each of these steps. 164
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    Using muvee autoProducer Getting started To open muvee autoProducer (select models only): 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs, muvee autoProducer, Home movies made easy!, and then click Launch muvee autoProducer 6 to open muvee autoProducer. 3 On
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    and share your muvee Tweak muvee Open the Listed muvee Files window to save the finished movie to the computer hard disk drive, or to record the finished movie to a disc. "Saving the movie project." "Recording the movie project to disc." Make quick final changes to the movie before "Modifying the
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    transfer pictures to the hard disk drive by using muvee autoProducer: 1 Connect the DV camera to the FireWire (IEEE 1394) port on the computer. 2 Turn on the camera. Refer to the instructions in the manufacturer's documentation. 3 Click the Import video/pictures from a device button. 4 Select From
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    that you are most interested in using in the movie project. To capture recorded video to the hard disk drive: 1 Connect the DV camera to the FireWire (IEEE 1394) port on the computer. 2 Turn on the camera, and set it to VCR mode. Refer to the instructions in the manufacturer's documentation. 3 Click
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    to mark specific scenes in a video clip that you want to include in, or leave out of, the final movie: a Select a video file in the Select Video/Pictures window, and then click the magicMoments button. The magicMoments window opens. b Click the Play button to start viewing the video. c Use the
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    the Video/Pictures area. The Add Pictures window opens. 2 Browse the folders on the hard disk drive to use the magicSpot feature in muvee autoProducer to control the pan and zoom motion that is applied to the picture: a Click the magicSpot button to open the magicSpot window. b Click the Manual
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    Add music button in the Music area. The Add Music window opens. 2 Browse the folders on the hard disk drive to select existing music files for the movie: Add up , and caption fonts. The style that you use also affects how muvee autoProducer combines the video, picture, and music files in the movie
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    pictures check box to blend still images with video clips at intervals. Place a check in the Use every picture once check box to prevent pictures from to customize the style that you selected in the main muvee autoProducer window. You can select the following settings: Response to music Cutting rate
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    file (.jpeg, .bmp, or .gif format). 4 Click the Go to the source of the segment button to open the magicSpot window. For more information about using magicMoments, see "Adding videos." 5 Click the Full-screen preview button to view the movie in the full-screen mode. 6 Click the Audio mix button to
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    to a particular point in the movie. 5 Use the controls in the Tweak muvee window to modify the movie project: NOTE: In the Tweak muvee window, you can replace a video segment only with another video segment from the original footage; likewise you can replace pictures only with other pictures. You
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    the movie as a file on the hard disk drive: 1 Click the muveeShare button. The Listed muvee Files window opens, with all the muvee files window that opens. 5 Click Save Now. The muveeShare window opens. 6 Choose where you want to save the movie (disc, e-mail, Web streaming, PC, or Mobile Device
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    drive in the drop-down list. 9 Click Burn Now. 10 Select the type of video disc that you want to create: DVD, VCD, or SVCD. The window shows the disc capacity, the disc capacity used, and available disc space. 11 If you want to create more than one disc of the same muvee file: a Click a number
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    (Purchasing DivX videos from DivX services may require a subscription.) To see muvee autoProducer offers for HP customers: 1 At the top of the muvee autoProducer window, click Help. 2 Click Check for updates. The program accesses the Internet and displays muvee autoProducer offers. Supported muvee
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    178 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    in all countries/regions.) Scroll through the Television Program Guide (Internet service required) to find programs to watch and record. You can record specific TV programs or a whole series to the hard disk drive or an HP Media Drive (select models only). Watching and Recording TV Programs 179
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    movies guide: Go online to find movies to watch either now or later. Get the latest information about movies on TV: read reviews, see cast lists, find other times at which the movie is broadcast, view the DVD cover, browse for related movies, and find other movies that
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    Watching TV Before you can watch TV by using Windows Media Center, make sure: The computer is set up correctly for your TV signal source. Refer to the setup instructions that came with your computer for more information. You have completed the Windows Media Center setup wizard. If you have not
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    as channel number and window, press the Back button on the remote control. Controlling TV playback The digital video window and begin watching live TV, Windows Media Center automatically begins recording and playing back the selected program in the background. This allows you to pause or review
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    allows you to move back 12 hours in the guide. Live TV (TV) To maximize the TV viewing window to full-screen mode, press Live TV. Also, this window, you can search for recorded TV programs by title or the date recorded, and then play them. i (More information) To see the channel number, station
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    for the terms and conditions of the Television Program Guide service. In countries/regions in which the guide is not available, refer to "Using Windows Media Center without the guide" and see "Recording programs manually without using the guide" for more information about recording TV programs. By
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    the taskbar, and then click 2 In the Tasks menu, click settings, General, Windows Media Center Setup, and then Run Setup Again. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to scan for your channels. Television Program Guide errors If there is no guide data available when you try to download or search for
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    , or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button Windows Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click 2 Press the Guide button on the remote control. Or From the TV + Movies menu, click Guide. 3 Use the arrow buttons to select a channel, and then use the arrow buttons to scroll through up
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    line (DSL) connection, the computer is always connected. The guide is downloaded at a specified time every few days. The download interval varies, depending on the Internet service provider. Or Manual download: Connect to the Internet, and then manually download the guide in Windows Media Center TV
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    Up Guide Listings. 3 Click Next. 4 Click Yes, use this region to configure TV services, and then click Next. 5 Click Yes, and then click Next. Microsoft downloads current updates. 6 Click Yes, and then click Next. 7 Click I agree, and then click Next. 8 Select Download when connected or Manual
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    not appear correctly in the guide information. To edit the channel numbers that are incorrect for your TV service provider information: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button Windows Media Center. on the taskbar
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    then press OK on the remote control. Searching for TV programs by using categories You can search the guide to find a TV program by selecting a category. Some categories are not available in all countries/regions. 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the
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    Center will not record duplicate episodes. Windows Media Center also looks for alternative times to record an episode, if a recording conflict arises. NOTE: For more information about recording to the HP Personal Media Drive, see "About recording TV to the HP Media Drive." Watching and Recording
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    programs manually without using the guide You do not need to use the Television Program Guide to record TV. You can record a TV program by pressing the Record button on the remote control while watching live TV, or you can select a specific date, channel, and recording time period in Windows Media
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    the remote control or the Enter key on the keyboard. 6 To return to the previous window, press the Back button on the remote control or the Backspace key on the keyboard. Recording quality and hard disk drive storage space The space that is available for recording TV programs depends on the size of
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    folder for you to access them by using Windows Media Center. NOTE: You must close Windows Media Center before removing or connecting the HP Media Drive for the stored TV files to update properly. 5 Under Record on drive, select the local hard disk drive, and then click Save. 194 Getting Started
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    a few seconds after you open Windows Media Center. About recording TV to the HP Media Drive The computer is set up to record TV programs to the local hard disk drive when you use Windows Media Center. It is possible to change the recording path to an HP Media Drive, but several errors can occur if
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    hard disk drive. See "Changing the TV recording path to the local hard disk drive." 5 Disconnect the HP Media Drive safely. See "Disconnecting the Drive." Changing the TV recording path to the HP Media Drive If you decide to change the recording path to record directly to the HP Media Drive, Windows
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    to change. 6 Click Save. Updating recorded TV list after removing the HP Media Drive If you want to update the recorded TV list after removing the drive: 1 Close Windows Media Center. 2 Open Windows Media Center. 3 If this does not update the files, restart the computer. Watching and Recording TV
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    to DVD or CD You can record TV programs to DVD or CD in Windows Media Center to create a backup copy or to save space on the hard disk drive, by using the following procedure. These discs can be played from an HP computer and from some set-top DVD players. NOTE: TV programs that have been encrypted
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    and then click Next. Windows opens a message telling you if the disc needs to be erased. If so, click Erase Disc. 7 Enter a title for the disc by using the numeric buttons on the remote control or the numeric keypad on the keyboard, and then click Next. 8 Click Recorded TV or Video Library, and then
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    in a public folder. To find and play the recorded TV programs from the hard disk drive: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. 2 Double-click the local disk. 3 Click Users, Public, and then double-click Recorded TV. 4 Right-click the recorded TV program, and then
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    52 Blu-ray compatibility 78 DVD 81 using a Blu-ray drive 75, 79, 81 burning audio and data disc 142-146 buttons keyboard, customizing 25 media control or playback 24 Off, See turning off computer 6 remote control 50 C cable modem, using 10, 59 card reader, memory 83 carpal tunnel syndrome 11 CDs
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    , creating a LightScribe disc label 147 M magicSpot 170 memory card reader 151 card types 83 in-use light 87 troubleshooting 88 using 83 memory card, formatting 87 Memory Stick (MS) 85 Memory Stick (MS-Duo) 85 Memory Stick (MS-Pro Duo) 85 Memory Stick (MS-Pro) 85 Microdrive disk drive 84 Mini Secure
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    an album 119 playing a song 118 supported file types 115 music playing with Windows Media Player 130, 136 music library adding video 171 upgrading 177 using the magicMoments feature 169 N Norton Internet Security configuring 62 registering 62 O Off button, See turning off computer 6 optical drive
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    method 187 using the More information button 186 viewing 186 transferring information to your new computer 17 troubleshooting remote sensor 53 turning off computer 6 TV adding missing channels to the guide 188 advanced recording options 192 editing channels in the guide 189 manually downloading the
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    you can do in Music 111 in Radio 124 in TV + Movies 179, 180 Windows Media Player playing DVDs 136 playing music CDs 130 playing video CDs 139 setting as default player 115 types of files 115 Windows Movie Maker, features 67 Windows Vista update 15 working in comfort 11 X xD media 86 Index 205
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