HP Dv2910us Multimedia - Windows Vista
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- HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
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 herein. Second Edition: May 2007 First Edition: April 2007 Document Part Number: 439814-002 - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
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monitor port 5 Using the S-Video-out jack 6 Using the HDMI port (select models only 7 Using the camera (select models only 8 Adjusting camera properties 9 Using an optical drive ...10 Identifying the installed optical drive 10 Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD 10 Removing an optical disc - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
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The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer. Component (1) Internal microphones (2) (2) Speakers (2) (3) Audio-in (microphone) jack (4) Audio-out (headphone) television audio. Mutes and restores speaker sound. Adjusts speaker volume. Using the audio features 1 - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
Using the audio-in (microphone) jack The computer is equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports an optional stereo array or monaural microphone. Using sound recording software with external microphones allows for stereo recordings. When connecting a microphone to the - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
factory. You can disable the sound in the Setup Utility (f10). ● Windows® volume control: a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, at the volume by clicking the Mute icon. If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps to add it: a. Right audio features 3 - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
launches the DVD playback feature of the QuickPlay program. NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon password, you may be asked to log on to Windows. QuickPlay launches after you log on. Refer to the QuickPlay online Help for more information. 4 Chapter 1 Using multimedia hardware - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
device cable to the external monitor port. NOTE: If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4 to transfer the image to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and the device. Using the video features 5 - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
to the S-Video-out jack on the docking device. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the video device, as instructed in the user guide included with the device. 3. Press the fn+f4 keys to switch the image between display devices connected to the computer. 6 Chapter 1 Using multimedia hardware - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
: 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video device, according to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Press fn+f4 to switch the image between the display devices connected to the computer. Using the video features 7 - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
of the display. The camera can be used with a variety of software for the following functions: ● Capturing video ● Streaming video with instant are having trouble viewing or sending video to someone on another LAN or outside your network firewall, contact your Internet service provider for - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
Adjusting camera properties You can adjust the following camera properties: ● Brightness-Controls the amount of light that is incorporated into the image. A higher brightness setting creates a brighter image; a lower brightness setting creates a darker image. ● Contrast-Controls the difference - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
software installed in your computer, the optical drive plays, copies, and creates CDs or DVDs. Identifying the installed optical drive ▲ Select Start > Computer. Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD) 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) There are 2 ways to remove a disc, depending on whether the disc tray opens normally or not. When the disc tray opens 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Remove the - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
3. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 4. Close the disc tray and - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
functions The media activity hotkeys and the media activity buttons (select models only) control the play of an audio CD or a DVD that is inserted into the optical drive. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and a function key. ● When an audio - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
The following illustration and tables describe the functions of the media activity buttons when a disc is inserted in the optical drive. ● Previous/rewind button (1) ● Play/pause button (2) ● Next/fast forward button (3) ● Stop button (4) Previous/rewind button Disc status Playing Playing Play - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
Next/fast forward button Disc status Playing Playing Stop button Disc status Playing Button Next/fast forward button fn + next/fast forward button Function Plays the next track or chapter. Fast forwards the playback. Button Stop button Function Stops the playback. Using the media activity - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
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, editing, and burning a video or movie to a DVD or video CD CAUTION: To prevent - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. NOTE: 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 - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
a warning message asking if you want to continue. If this message is displayed, click No. After you click No, the computer may behave in either of resume. - or - ● The playback window in the multimedia program may close. To return to playing the CD or DVD, click the Play button in your - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
on the DVD drive. The number of region changes remaining is displayed on the DVD Region tab. To change settings through the operating system: 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
10 removing 11 writing to 16 optical drive playing 18 protecting 16 P ports external monitor 5 HDMI 7 programs multimedia 16 using 17 projector, connecting 5 protecting playback 18 Q Quick Launch buttons 4 QuickPlay 4 R region codes, DVD 19 S S-Video-out jack 6 software multimedia 16 using 17 - HP Dv2910us | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
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