HP Dv9233cl Multimedia - Windows Vista
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- HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
in the express warranty 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. First Edition: January 2007 Document Part Number: 430384-001 - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
the S-Video-out jack 7 Using the HDMI port (select models only 8 Using the camera ...10 Adjusting camera properties 11 Using the optical drive ...12 Identifying the installed optical drive 12 Inserting an optical disc ...13 Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power 14 - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
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1 Multimedia hardware Using the audio features The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer. NOTE Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component (1) Internal microphones (2) (2) Speakers (2) (3) Audio-in (microphone) - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
Audio-out (headphone) jack (5) Audio-out (headphone) S/PDIF jack (6) Volume mute button (7) Volume scroll zone Description Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Provides enhanced audio performance, including surround sound and other high - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 7
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. NOTE When connecting a device to the - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
headphone jack allows two users to connect and listen to computer sound. For digital audio connections, connect the S/PDIF digital audio cable to the digital audio connector on your audio/video equipment. NOTE In order to use S/PDIF with the headphone jack, you will need an optional mini TOS link - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
, follow these steps to add it: a. Right-click in the notification area, and then click Properties. b. Click the Notification Area tab. c. Under System icons, select the Volume check box. d. Click OK. ● Program volume control: Volume can also be adjusted within some programs. ENWW Using the audio - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
Using the Quick Launch buttons NOTE The tapping sound made by the Quick Launch buttons is enabled at the factory. You can disable the sound in the Setup Utility (f10). The media button (1) and the DVD button (2) functions vary by model and installed software. With these buttons, you can watch DVD - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
, 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 or any other supported external display. NOTE To transmit video signals through the S-Video-out jack, you need an S-Video cable - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
-out jack: 1. Plug one end of the S-Video cable into the S-Video-out jack 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. NOTE - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
or audio device to the HDMI port: 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 - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
camera may not work properly across some network firewalls. If you are having trouble viewing or sending video to someone on another LAN or outside your network firewall, contact your Internet service provider for assistance. ● Whenever possible, place bright light sources behind the camera and - HP Dv9233cl | 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 Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
Using the optical drive The optical drive allows you to play, copy, and create CDs or DVDs, depending on the type of optical drive and software installed on your computer. Identifying the installed optical drive ▲ Select Start > Computer. 12 Chapter 1 Multimedia hardware ENWW - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
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 disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label-side up over the tray spindle. NOTE If the tray is - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Remove the - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
Media activity hotkeys are combinations of the fn key (1) and any of the 4 function keys: NOTE To control the play of a video CD, use the media activity controls in your video CD player program. ● To play, pause, or resume an inserted audio CD or a DVD, press fn+f9 (2). ● To stop an inserted - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
Using the media activity buttons NOTE The tapping sound made by the media activity buttons is enabled at the factory. You can disable the sound in the Setup Utility (f10). The following illustration and table describe the media activity buttons. Component (1) Previous/rewind button (2) Play/pause - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
following multimedia tasks may be supported: ● Playing digital media, including audio and video CDs, audio and video DVDs, and Internet radio a video or movie to a DVD or video CD NOTE For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
CD or DVD. To install a software application from a disc: a. Insert the disc into your optical drive. b. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. c. Restart the computer if prompted to do so. ENWW Locate and install software 19 - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
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 as an audio CD, into the optical drive. An AutoPlay dialog box opens. 2. Click a multimedia - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
connect the computer to a reliable external power source. Do not write to a disc while the computer is running on battery power. Before writing to a disc, close your hard drive to the destination disc. Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is writing to a disc. - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
DVD Region tab. The number in the field includes the fifth and permanent change. 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 the security - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
Observing the copyright warning It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of copyrightprotected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. Do not use this computer for such purposes. ENWW Observing the copyright - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 28
16 media button, identifying 6 microphone jack 1 microphones, internal 1 microphones, supported 3 monitor, connecting 7 multimedia software described 18 using 20 mute button 2, 5 O optical disc inserting 13 removing, with power 14 removing, without power 15 writing to 21 optical drive playing 21 - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 29
volume scroll zone 2, 5 volume, adjusting 5 ENWW Index 25 - HP Dv9233cl | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 30
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