HP Nc8430 Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9

Multimedia hardware Using the internal microphone or audio-in (microphone) jack The computer is equipped with a stereo (dual-channel) microphone jack that supports a stereo array and monaural microphone. Using sound recording software with external microphones allows for stereo (dual-channel) recordings and stereo playbacks. When connecting a microphone to the microphone jack, use a microphone with a 3.5-mm plug. ✎ When an external microphone is connected to the computer, the internal microphone is disabled. Using the audio-out (headphone) jack Å WARNING: To reduce the risk 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 to connect the audio input function of an audio/video device such as a television or VCR. When connecting a device to the headphone jack, use only a 3.5-mm stereo plug. ✎ When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the internal speakers are disabled. Multimedia 1-7