HP Nc8430 Multimedia

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    Multimedia Document Part Number: 406850-001 April 2006 This guide explains how to use the audio and video features of the computer.
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    Contents 1 Multimedia hardware Using the optical drive 1-1 Identifying the installed optical drive 1-1 Inserting an optical disc 1-2 Removing an optical disc (with power 1-3 Removing an optical disc (without power 1-4 Using the audio features 1-5 Using the internal microphone or audio-in (
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    type of installed drive and installed software. Identifying the installed optical drive To view the type of optical drive installed in the computer: » Select Start > My Computer. The type of optical drive installed in the computer is displayed under Devices with Removable Storage. Multimedia 1-1
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    Multimedia hardware Inserting an optical disc 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray. 3. Pull out the tray 2. 4. Hold the CD or DVD by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces, and position the disc over the tray spindle, with the
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    on external or battery power: 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button 1 on the drive bezel to release the media tray, and then pull out the tray 2. 3. Remove the disc 3 from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the disk by the
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    hardware Removing an optical disc (without power) If external or battery power is not available: 1. Insert the end of a paper clip 1 into the release access on the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray 2. 3. Remove the disc 3 from
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    the audio features The following illustration and table describe the audio features of the computer. Component 1 Speakers (2) 2 Volume mute button 3 Volume down button Description Produce computer sound. Mutes and restores computer sound. Decreases computer sound. (Continued) Multimedia 1-5
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    Audio-in (microphone) jack Description Increases computer sound. Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, a headset, or in (microphone) jack The computer is equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports a stereo array and monaural
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    of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, ear buds, or a headset. Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to an external device, do not plug a single sound channel (monoraul) connector into the headphone jack. In addition to connecting headphones, the headphone jack is used
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    Computer volume buttons: ❏ To mute or restore volume, press the volume mute button. ❏ To decrease the volume, press the volume down button. ❏ To increase the volume, press the volume up button. ■ Microsoft® Windows Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 2. Click the Volume tab
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    Multimedia hardware Using the external monitor and S-Video-out video features The computer includes the following video features: ■ S-Video-out jack that connects a range of advanced video components ■ External monitor port that connects a television, monitor, or projector ■ TV
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    Multimedia hardware Using the external monitor port The external monitor port connects an external display device such as an external monitor or projector, to the computer. To connect a display device, connect the device cable to the external monitor port. ✎ If a properly connected external display
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    , VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. The computer can support one S-Video device connected to the S-Video-out jack while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display and on any other supported external display. ✎ To transmit video signals through the S-Video-out
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    , according to the manufacturer's instructions included with the device. 3. Press fn+f4 to switch the image among display devices connected to the computer. ✎ If the S-Video-out jack on the computer is not accessible because the computer is docked in an optional docking device, connect the S-Video
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    includes preinstalled multimedia software. Some models also include software on an optical disc. Depending on the hardware and software included with the computer, the following multimedia tasks may be supported: ■ Playing digital media, including audio and video CDs, audio and video DVDs, and
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    To install multimedia software from a CD included with the computer: 1. Insert the multimedia software CD into the optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the installation instructions on the screen. 3. Restart the computer if prompted. Repeat the installation procedure for all
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    to use. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, select Windows Media Player. ✎ Some programs may be located in subfolders. 2. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. - or - 1. Insert the media
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    disc to a destination disc or from a network drive to a destination disc. Instead, copy from a source disc or network drive to your hard drive, and then copy from 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
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    the DVD Region tab. The number in the field includes the fifth and permanent change. To change DVD settings through the operating system: 1. Select Start > My Computer. 2. Right-click in the window and select Properties > Hardware tab > Device Manager. 3. Click DVD/CD-ROM drives, right-click the DVD
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    software Observing the copyright warning It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of copyright-protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. Do not use this computer for such purposes. 2-6 Multimedia
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    2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements
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Multimedia
Document Part Number: 406850-001
April 2006
This guide explains how to use the audio and video features of the
computer.