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    Multimedia User Guide
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    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: August 2009 Document Part Number: 573756-001 Product notice This user guide describes features
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    other preinstalled multimedia software 5 Installing multimedia software from a disc 5 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices ...6 Checking your audio functions ...6 4 Video Connecting an external monitor or projector 8 Connecting an HDMI device (select models only 9 Configuring audio for HDMI
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    Adjusting webcam properties ...21 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 25 A device driver must be reinstalled ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 26 Obtaining the latest Windows device
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    to music, watch movies, and view pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated microphone for recording your own audio ● Integrated webcam that allows you to capture
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    (3) Internal microphone (4) Speakers (2) (5) Audio-out (headphone) jack (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Turns on when video software accesses the webcam. Records audio and video and captures still photographs. Records sound. Produce sound. Produce sound when connected to optional powered
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    Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: Hotkeys: ● Press fn+home to mute and restore speaker sound. ● Press fn+pg up to increase speaker sound. Hold down the hotkey to increase speaker sound incrementally. ● Press fn+pg dn to decrease speaker sound. Hold down the
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    Using the media activity functions The media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD in the optical drive. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and a function key (2). ● When an audio CD or a DVD is not playing, press fn+f9 (3)
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    software from a CD or DVD, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into the optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the
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    speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the manufacturer's instructions provided with the device. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that the device cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the
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    You should hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop. 3. Open
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    the 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. 8 Chapter 4 Video
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    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 on the computer to switch the image between the display devices connected
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    To return audio to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then click Playback devices. 2. On the Playback tab, click Speakers. 3. Click Set Default, and then click OK. 10 Chapter 4 Video
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    -ray Disc ROM Drive, then you can also watch high-definition video from disc. Identifying the installed optical drive ▲ Select Start > support ● LightScribe DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo drive with Double-Layer (DL) support ● Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer (DL) support
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    ROM Yes Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DL support Write to DVD±RW/R Write to DVD+R DL Yes No Write label to LightScribe CD or DVD±RW/R No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of information, or loss of audio
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    NOTE: The optical drive on your computer may not support all the types of optical discs discussed in this ● Offloading files from your hard drive to free up disk space After data is recorded, it cannot be erased or of disc is ideal for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to a CD
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    Blu-ray discs Blu-ray Disc, also called BD, is a high-density optical disc format for the storage of digital information, including high-definition video. A single-layer Blu-ray Disc can store 25 GB, over five times the capacity of a single-layer DVD at 4.7 GB. A dual-layer Blu-ray Disc
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    Playing music 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Hold the disc by the edges and position the disc label-side up over the tray spindle. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc
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    Watching a movie Your optical drive allows you to watch movies from a disc. You can also watch high-definition movies from a disc if your computer includes an optional Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive or an optional HD DVD Drive. 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive
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    . You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information. 2. Click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the list to show all of the installed drives. 3. Right
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    generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to a CD or DVD that cannot be changed. ● DVD players used in home systems usually do not support all DVD formats. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions that came with your DVD player for a list of
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    Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) 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 disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disc
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    frame or "burst" webcam shots in rapid succession. ● Connect-E-mail photos and video using the icon on the software interface. NOTE: For details about using webcam software, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer
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    sure that you have the latest version of an instant message program before starting a video conversation. ● The webcam may not work properly across some network firewalls. NOTE: If you are having trouble viewing or sending multimedia files to someone on another LAN or outside your network firewall
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    7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD 1. accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 4. Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case. 22 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
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    to see if the device is working properly: -The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. -Click the Driver tab to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for this device. A disc does not play ● Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD or
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    1. Right-click on a blank area of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Select High Color ( 1. Right-click on a blank area of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. 3. Select High Color
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    blank area of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. b. Specify a primary display and a multimedia question not covered in this guide, go to Start > Help and Support. The process of burning a not restart the computer. Repeat for any other drivers you want to delete. 5. In the Device
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    drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to update your drivers using the procedures in the following section. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support Updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
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    disc Blu-ray Disc 14 inserting 15 T tips, webcam 21 troubleshooting device driver 25 disc burning 25 disc play 23, 24 DVD movie play 24 external display 25 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 22 optical drive detection 23 Windows drivers 26 V video features 8 volume 3 volume buttons 3 Index 27
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    W webcam 2 webcam light 2 webcam properties, adjusting 21 webcam tips 21 webcam, using 20 28 Index
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