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    Getting Started
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    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. HP in the United States and/or other countries/regions. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage
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    Table of Contents Setting Up Your Computer 1 Putting Your Computer Together 1 Placing the computer in the proper location 1 Using surge protection 2 Connecting to the computer 2 Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video 8 Connecting Other Devices 9 Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs
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    speakers 37 Connecting the FlexiJack connector 38 Getting Help 39 Finding Onscreen Guides 39 Finding Guides on the Web 39 Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center 40 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 40 Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections 40 Getting messages 41 Turning off messages
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    from Your Old Computer to Your New Computer ..........55 Using HP Total Care Advisor Software 55 Using the Keyboard 57 Identifying Keyboard Control 69 Remote Control Buttons Overview 70 About the Remote Control 72 Troubleshooting the remote control 73 Remote sensor is not receiving a signal
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    Table 97 Using the Memory Card Reader 99 Media Insertion Guide 100 Understanding the Activity Light 103 Formatting a Memory Card 103 Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader 104 Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive ...........105 Connecting the Drive 106 Inserting the
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    127 Adding music files from your hard disk drive 127 Adding music files from a CD 128 Deleting music files from the music library 128 Using supported music file types 129 Playing Music Files in Music 130 Changing the Visualization Settings 131 Playing an album in Music 131 Playing a song in
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    drive 156 Viewing Your Pictures in Windows Media Center 157 Viewing pictures as a slide show 158 Viewing a slide show with music 158 Using supported picture file types in Windows Media Center 159 Editing Pictures in Windows Media Center 159 Fixing red eye or contrast 159 Cropping pictures in
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    Playing Videos in Windows Media Center 162 Playing digital videos 163 Using supported video file types 163 Transferring and Recording Video Files 164 Recording analog and digital video files 164 Creating a CD/DVD from Video Files in Windows
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    x Getting Started
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    the voltage requirements before plugging your computer into an AC power outlet. WARNING: Please read "Safety Information" in the Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting your computer to the electrical power system. Putting Your Computer Together Follow the steps on the setup
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    Using surge protection Help protect your monitor, computer, and accessories by connecting all power cords for your computer and peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, or scanner) to a surge protection device such as a power strip with surge protection or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS
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    Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) Monitor Serial Serial port for some digital cameras or other serial devices Audio Line Out (powered speakers) Audio Line In Headphones Microphone FireWire® (IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other devices with very fast transfer rates
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    Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) Rear speaker out Center/subwoofer Secondary S-video connector to connect your VCR, S-video S-Video 2 video camera, or other analog source to the computer. Composite Video 2 Secondary Composite video connector (yellow) to connect to a
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    Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector to connect video cameras and other devices with very fast transfer rates. NOTE: You must use a 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) transfer cable with this 6-pin connector. Power connector Mouse connector to connect a
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    Connector Icon/label Description and function (continued) Digital video output connector to connect a TV or monitor. (Select models only.) See the documentation that came with your display device. Microphone In (Mic) (pink) to connect to a microphone. The Mic connector also functions as a center/
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    Connector Icon/label A/V In Audio 1 R TV/Cable Ant Description and function (continued) Primary right audio input from set-top box connector (red). NOTE: Audio can be recorded by using this Audio In connector which is connected to the motherboard. Some computers include this primary right audio
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    Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video) The following instructions apply only to digital photo cameras and digital video cameras. NOTE: When connecting an analog video camera to the computer, use the Video and Audio
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    If the computer does not recognize the digital photo camera or the digital video camera: 1 Click the Windows Start Button® on the taskbar, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance, and then click System. 3 Click Device Manager. 4 Click the plus sign (+) next to the camera port.
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    Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs Store all computer user manuals and warranty information in an easy-to-find, safe location. It is a good idea to store your system recovery discs with your documentation. This allows
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    The preceding illustration shows a home LAN. The desktop computer has a wired connection to a wireless router. The desktop computer also has a printer that it shares with the other computers on the network. Each notebook computer has a wireless connection to the network router. Setting Up Your
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    . In a WLAN, each mobile wireless device communicates with a wireless access point, which can be several hundred feet away. Computers with WLAN devices may support one or more of the three IEEE physical layer industry standards: 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11a. Bluetooth devices create a personal area
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    For more information about wireless technology, go to: http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless Connecting the Wireless LAN Device (Select an existing wireless LAN with an Internet connection (consult your Internet Service Provider [ISP] for further information). An external antenna is supplied
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    onscreen instructions. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type Setting up a wireless network into the Search Help box. Go to: http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless
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    to the Internet, see "Connecting to the Internet" in this guide. The modem is used for connecting to an ISP that provides to the Internet and send or receive e-mail and faxes, you must connect your telephone service line to the modem (A), which is on the back of the computer (B). The setup
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    16 Getting Started
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    or Microphone NOTE: For cross-references, see "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options" in your product information on the HP Support Web site, go to: http://www.hp.com/support Using Speakers Speakers are included with the monitor (select models only) or are sold separately. For details on connecting
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    have a separate Digital Out connection (select models only). Software configuration is different for each connector type, as noted in the instructions. Sound Connector Illustration Three connectors Your computer model may include three sound connectors. You can connect up to a 5.1 audio system
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    Use the sound connectors that match your computer model when installing cables, as shown in the installation procedure steps. The following table shows the sound connectors on the back panel of computer systems. Sound connector Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description Line Side (gray) for side speakers in
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    To use a microphone connected to the front of your computer (select models only), select the working microphone. See "Selecting a Microphone." HP computers support many different audio options, sound connections, and speaker configurations. You may set up your computer for two stereo speakers or for
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    may be included with the monitor (select models only) or are sold separately. Refer to the product documentation for your speakers. Your computer supports only an active (powered) speaker system. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. A home audio system does not require active
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    Connecting 2/2.1 (Two Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers To connect simple left/right stereo active speakers or two speakers and a subwoofer for two-channel (2.1 speaker) output: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the speaker cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the
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    Connecting 4.1 (Four Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers To connect two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer for four-channel (4.1 speaker) output: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the front speaker cable to the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your
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    7 Plug in the speaker system power. 8 Turn on the speaker system. 9 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options." Type 3: See "Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound
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    3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S For type 3-connector systems, the blue Audio Line In connector functions as a Rear Line Out when a multichannel audio configuration is activated. 4 Connect the center/subwoofer speaker cable to
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    OUT IN The following diagram shows a typical 5.1 audio installation: Connecting 7.1 (Seven Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers (Select models only) To connect two front speakers, two side speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for eight-channel (7.1 speaker) output: 1
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    6 Connect the cables to the audio system. 7 Connect the front, rear, side, and center speakers to the subwoofer. Refer to the speaker documentation. 8 Turn on the computer. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn on the speaker system. 9 Plug in the speaker system power. 10 Turn on the
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    Connecting the Computer to a Home Audio System You can connect your computer to your home stereo or home theater multichannel audio receiver/amplifiers by using your existing speakers. For examples, see "2.1 home stereo installation" or "5.1 home audio installation." Y adapter cables Most home
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    IN OUT 2.1 home stereo installation The following diagram shows a typical two-channel (2.1 speaker) installation that uses passive stereo speakers and plugs into a home stereo standard left and right input. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. A B Center C Front
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    IN OUT 5.1 home audio installation The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater audio six-channel (6/5.1 speaker) installation that requires multichannel inputs on a receiver/amplifier. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. A B Center C Front Surr.
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    3 Connect the front stereo mini-jack end of a Y adapter cable into the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled
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    8 Turn on the computer. 9 After the audio system is connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Connecting Speakers or Microphone." Type 3: See "Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound Manager." Type 6: See "Configuring Audio Output
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    7.1 home audio installation procedure To connect an eight-channel (7.1 speaker) home audio system to the computer: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Turn off the receiver/amplifier. 3 Connect the front stereo mini-jack end of a Y adapter cable into the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the
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    5 If you have a center/subwoofer speaker, connect the stereo mini-jack of a Y adapter cable into the microphone (pink) connector or the center speaker/subwoofer (gold) connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S Connect the left and right ends of the Y adapter cable into the center/
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    Sound Options." Audio card with digital output and type 3 connectors: See "Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound Manager." Follow the instructions to enable digital audio output. Audio card with digital output and type 6 connectors: See "Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager
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    select models that include a 5.1 or higher speaker system, a headphones connector is located on the right side of the control tower. If the control tower displays HP (for headphones), the headphones are enabled; the sound to the speakers and the subwoofer is muted. Push and hold the On button on the
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    right Line Out_1 (lime green) 2/2.1 audio setup: Front left and right FlexiJack (white) for Line In, Microphone, Digital In/Out The FlexiJack supports three functions. You must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher. See "Connecting the FlexiJack connector." To connect the X-Fi sound
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    Connecting the FlexiJack connector The FlexiJack connector performs three functions: Digital Input/Output Line In Microphone You must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher. NOTE: If you are using the FlexiJack as your Digital In connection and you want to connect digital speakers as
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    1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search . 5 Click Manuals. 6 Locate the manual you want, and then
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    Help & Tools folder contains special utilities for computer owners, such as support information and programs. To see the items in the PC Help & . Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections HP Connections or Compaq Connections (select models only) is an Internet-based service provided by HP to bring
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    messages, including important information that may be critical to the operation of your computer, while the service is off. To turn off the HP Connections or Compaq Connections service: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click PC Help & Tools. 4 Click
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    receive messages as they become available. To turn on the service: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click PC Help & Tools. 4 Click HP Connections or Compaq Connections. HP Connections or Compaq Connections displays. 5 Click Activate to reactivate the
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    for important ergonomic information: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click All Programs, click User Guides, and then click Safety & Comfort Guide. Or Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into your Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the keyboard. Protecting Your Computer Protect
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    Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized use of the computer or user account User password Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software (antivirus program) Unauthorized access to data Norton Internet Security software (firewall program) Windows Vista updates Unauthorized access to
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    passwords into the Search box in the Help and Support Center. Password Function Windows Vista Administrator password Protects purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and updating Norton Internet Security software, and for purchasing extended update service, are provided
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    a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily solve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform, computer, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. Updates to
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    instructions to register with HP or Compaq, sign up for updates, and get online. If you do not want to set up an Internet connection at this time, you can do so later by manually starting Easy Internet Services in the computer chassis, or change a battery. As an alternative to shutting down the
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    Using Shut Down For best results, when using Windows Vista, turn off the computer without pressing any buttons on the computer chassis. NOTE: For information on the Windows Start Button, see "Using the Windows Start Button Menu." 1 Close any open software programs by clicking the X at the upper-
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    off. When you turn on the computer again, your programs, folders, and documents are restored to the screen. To put the computer into hibernate mode manually: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button. 3 Click Hibernate, if it is present. NOTE
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    To wake the computer from hibernate mode, press the On button on the front of the computer. If the computer does not work properly when you wake it from hibernate mode, restart the computer. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button. 3 Click
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    on your connection. Refer to the "Setting Up Your Computer" of this guide to make the hardware connections: for a modem see "Connecting a Modem" Click Easy Internet Services. d Follow the onscreen instructions to select an ISP and set up Internet service. NOTE: Easy Internet Services provides a list
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    Signing Up for Software Updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. It is recommended that you check for, download, and install these updates at least once a month. One way to keep the operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature. When you are
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    your computer from unauthorized access, and they help ensure that information on the computer stays private and secure. Use the following list as a basic guide when choosing your password: Choose a password that is easy for you to remember but difficult for others to guess. Choose a long password
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    Property window, on the System Protection tab, click create. Follow the onscreen instructions. The restore point is a snapshot of your computer settings. By using System help, check the manufacturer's documentation or customer service information. For antivirus software, uninstall the existing
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    solution for moving your files onto your new computer. Using HP Total Care Advisor Software HP Total Care Advisor is a desktop tool you use to simple access to help and support information for you computer. Products Showcase provides a listing of products and services available for your computer, and
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    56 Getting Started
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    Using the Keyboard Your computer may include a standard keyboard or a wireless keyboard. The keyboard is the primary way you enter text and commands for the computer. A standard keyboard connects to the keyboard connector in the back of the computer. A wireless keyboard (select models only) uses a
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    Function keys The function keys, located above the main keys, are labeled F1 through F12. Most function key operations vary by software program. F1 and F3 are available at all times: Pressing F1 displays a Help window for the software program being used. Pressing F3 displays a search window. Edit
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    Numeric keys Press the Num Lock key to lock and unlock the numeric key functions: When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is on, the numeric keys work in the same way as the number keys and arithmetic functions found on a basic calculator. When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is off, the numeric
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    before screen reappears. Switches between computer users. ? Or Or Or Information Pictures (Photos) Music Video Internet Opens Help and Support Center. Opens imaging software program. Can be reconfigured. Opens music software program. Can be reconfigured. Opens video software program. Can
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    to open any Web site or software program. Opens e-mail program. Can be reconfigured to open any Web site or software program. Links to HP Web site. Compaq My Presario Shopping Links to Compaq Web site. Sports Finance Connect to Internet Search Goes to popular Web sites. Can be reconfigured
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    Media control or playback buttons Icon Label Description Eject 1 and Opens or closes upper and lower optical drive trays. Eject 2 Rec Starts recording to selected media. Stop Stops media. Play/Pause Plays or pauses media. Prev Next Volume Or Or -+ Rewinds media. Fast-forwards media. Volume
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    desktop, press the Alt (alternate) key, the Ctrl (control) key, and the S key (the letter S) to display support information for the computer (including the model number, serial number, and service ID). You will see this combination of keys represented as Alt+Ctrl+S. In Windows Vista, press Ctrl+C to
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    64 Getting Started
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    Using the Mouse Your computer includes a mouse for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows Vista desktop. The mouse uses a roller ball or optics (a light and sensor) to sense movement and cause the cursor on the screen to move. Use the mouse on a flat surface. NOTE: The optical mouse cannot
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    Using the Mouse Buttons The mouse has two or three buttons on the top: Click the left mouse button (A) to position the cursor or select an item. Click the right mouse button (C) to display a menu of commands for the item you clicked. On select models, use the scroll wheel button (B) in the center
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    Autoscrolling 1 Place the cursor anywhere in the document, and then press the scroll wheel button once. An autoscroll icon appears. 2 Move the mouse in the direction you want to scroll. The farther you move the mouse from the starting point, the faster the document scrolls. 3 To stop autoscrolling,
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    Changing Mouse Pointer Speed To change the speed of the cursor on the screen relative to the motion of the mouse: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Mouse. 5 Click the Pointer Options tab. 6 In the Motion area
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    Using the Windows Media Center Remote Control (Select models only) NOTE: The remote control is included with select models only. Features and location may vary. The remote control is designed to work with Windows Media Center. You can use your remote control with Windows Media Center to play CDs and
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    3 Music - Opens the Music Library window in Windows Media Center. 4 Radio - Opens the FM Radio window in Windows Media Center. 5 Guide - Opens the Television Program Guide. 6 Recorded TV - Opens the Recorded TV window where recorded TV programs are listed. 7 Arrows - Moves the cursor to navigate and
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    action, menu, or window option. NOTE: The remote control requires two AA batteries. The remote control operates up to 8 meters (26 feet) away from the is open. It is recommended that you close Windows Media Center before you manually place the computer in sleep mode. NOTE: If the computer model does
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    (26 feet) from the remote sensor and at a maximum of 22.5 degrees (45 degrees total) from the center of the remote sensor. NOTE: Use alkaline batteries in the remote control. 72 Getting Started
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    Troubleshooting the remote control If your remote doesn't work: Make sure that the batteries for the remote control are red light should appear on the remote sensor. If the light appears, then the problem is probably in the Windows Media Center software. Close Windows Media Center, restart the
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    74 Getting Started
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    find information on using software, and on the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system in this guide and the onscreen Help. For Microsoft Windows Vista, you can also open the built-in Help and Support Center. Press the Help button (labeled with a question mark icon) on your keyboard (select models
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    Windows Start Button on the taskbar to open the Start menu. From the Start menu, you can: Open programs or documents. Open the Help and Support Center. Start a search. Run a program. Open the Control Panel to view or change settings. Using the All Programs menu To find the software programs on
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    Organizing your All Programs list To change the name of an item: 1 Right-click the item. 2 Click Rename. 3 Type the new name, and then press Enter on the keyboard. 4 Click Yes in the message that appears. To copy an item: 1 Right-click the item. 2 Click Copy. 3 Go to the desktop or folder, right-
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    Resizing Windows All windows have three buttons in the upper-right corner. The middle button is either the Maximize button or the Restore Down button, depending on the state of the window. Feature Name Minimize Maximize Description Collapses the window to the taskbar (but does not close it). To
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    with each other through telephone lines, digital services, or cable lines. Each Internet computer is and groups have created millions of Web sites in support of their activities. A Web site consists of one http://www.name.extension (for example, http://www.hp.com). The URL may include the path to a
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    to the Internet, your browser displays the home Web page. You can go to a different Web site by entering its address (such as http://www.hp.com) into the address box in the browser, and pressing Enter on your keyboard. Or you can use the browser search feature to search for
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    that you have set. This means that any unrated page, even Help and Support or Internet Explorer, is not viewable if the user does not know the password ™ to obtain protection updates automatically whenever you are online. HP strongly recommends that you protect the computer against new viruses
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    Norton Internet Security again. 2 Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions if prompted. For information about using and updating the Norton Internet you can click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then type virus into the Search Help box. Changing the virus
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    Click Tools, and then click Accounts. 5 Click Add, e-mail Account, and then click Next. 6 Follow the onscreen instructions to add your account. Using the e-mail program provided by your ISP Follow the instructions provided by your ISP to install its Web browser and e-mail program, and to set up and
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    Play (select models only) You can: Play DVD movies and video CDs (VCDs). (High Definition playback is supported.) Use the Zoom and Pan features. Create viewing bookmarks. HP Photosmart Essential (select models only) View, organize, and print your photos. Share your photos with friends and family
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    With this program: Real Rhapsody (select models only) You can: (continued) Play music CDs, .mp3s, and other audio files. Record music files. Record a copy of an existing music or data CD to use on the computer. Organize digital files into a library for recording or listening. muvee autoProducer (
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    desktop. Comparison-shop using the convenient shopping search engine. Get HP software and driver updates. Get important messages from HP. Access PC Health and Security and PC Help tools. Import audio drive. To do this, follow the installation instructions that came with the CD. 86 Getting Started
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    Managing Files A file is any unit of information that is named and stored on your computer hard disk drive or other electronic storage media, such as a CD, diskette, or even in a digital camera. A file can be an application program, a picture, music or sounds, a document, or data. Almost everything
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    Creating Folders 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Right-click Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Explore. 2 Navigate to the location where you want the new folder. 3 Click Organize and then New folder. 4 Type a name for the folder, and
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    Finding Files To find a file, you can use the Search box at the top of every folder, or the search box on the Windows Start Button menu, which searches the whole computer. To search from a folder Search box: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Right-click
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    retrieve it from the Recycle Bin. When a file is deleted, it goes to the Recycle Bin and stays there until the Recycle Bin is emptied manually or it is cleared to make room for more recently deleted files. 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on your desktop. 2 Find the file you
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    finds the necessary printer driver for your particular printer to work with your computer. If it does not, follow instructions that come with your printer to install the specific printer driver manually. You can print text and graphics from most software programs and Web sites if you have a printer
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    Using CD and DVD Media Drives Using Your CD and DVD Drives Your computer can come with several types of CD or DVD drives that allow you to do different tasks. What you can do depends on what kind of drive you have. Allows you to: CD-ROM CD-RW Read data from CDs • • Play music CDs • • Read
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    Inserting and removing CDs and DVDs CAUTION: Use only standard-shaped (circular) discs in your drives. Using nonstandard discs, such as heart-shaped discs or business-card discs, may damage your drive. To insert a CD or DVD: 1 With your computer turned on, press the Eject button near the front of
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    To remove a CD or DVD: 1 With the computer turned on, open the disc tray by pressing the Eject button. 2 Holding on to the disc edges or center hole only, lift the CD or DVD out of the tray. 3 Place the disc in its case. 4 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the computer.
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    hard disk drive capacity. Actual formatted capacity is less. For the latest disc compatibility information for your computer, go to the HP Support Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support NOTE: Double-layer DVD technology is supported by select models only. NOTE: The Roxio Creator recording programs
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    Optical Drive Quick Reference Table Optical drive can: CD-ROM Read CDs, CD-Rs, Yes and CD-RWs Read DVDs No Read data on a CD Yes Play music Yes Record data or No music to disc for storage or backup View DVD movies No Record DVD No movies Play games Yes Create LightScribe No label
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    Using the Memory Card Reader Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. The optional memory card reader (select models only) can read from and write to a variety of types of memory cards and the IBM Microdrive disk drive. The card
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    media card. CAUTION: Do not try to remove media when the activity light is blinking. Doing so may cause loss of data. Media Insertion Guide 4-slot memory card reader (select models only) A Activity light B Upper-left slot C Lower-left slot D Upper-right slot E Lower-right slot 100 Getting Started
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    Card CompactFlash Type I media CompactFlash Type II media IBM Microdrive disk drive Secure Digital (SD) memory card Insert the media Receptacle edge (holes) Receptacle edge (holes) Receptacle edge (holes) Facing up Mini Secure Digital (MiniSD) Memory Card* MultiMediaCard (MMC) Facing up Facing up
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    2-slot memory card reader (select models only) A Activity light F Upper slot G Lower slot Card Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card MultiMediaCard (MMC) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Card Insert the media 2-slot reader location Facing up (gold connector fingers down) F (upper) Facing up (gold connector
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    view or edit your photos, make sure the memory card is in the unlocked position. 1 Format your memory card in your digital camera. Follow the instructions that came with your digital camera. Or Insert the media into the correct card slot on the reader until it stops and locks into place
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    Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader If you are having problems . Make sure the memory card is one of the supported types: CompactFlash Type I and II, Microdrive, Memory Stick bent, replace the memory card reader, or have the computer serviced if a pin is touching another pin. To straighten slightly
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    . Back up your files. Perform system backups for added data security. For more information about using your HP Media Drives with Windows Media Center, refer to the documentation on the HP Support Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive 105
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    a USB cable, but it also can be inserted into specifically designed HP computers. These computers have a special horizontal or vertical drive bay that the drive remains turned on. WARNING: Do not move the computer with the HP Media Drive inserted in the bay or connected to a USB port on the
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    Drive activity indicator light B Power on indicator light C HP Personal Media Drive guide ridges D Power/drive activity LED indicator HP Personal Media Drive (A, B, C) HP Pocket Media Drive (D) Connecting the Drive to a Computer Without a Drive Bay The HP Media Drives are designed to work with most
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    2 Click Computer. 3 Select the drive under Hard Disk Drives or Devices with Removable Storage. The default volume name of this drive is HP Personal Media Drive or HP Pocket Media Drive. You can rename the drive in the Computer window by right-clicking the drive, selecting Rename, and then typing in
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    as the personal files such as photos, music, or video you have created. To transfer your files manually: 1 Connect the drive to your computer. 2 Select your files, and then drag and drop them to the HP Media Drive in the Computer window. 3 Disconnect the drive and then connect it to another computer
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    opens. NOTE: For some computers, this may be called the Unplug Hardware or Eject Hardware icon. 3 Double-click USB Mass Storage Device to locate your HP Media Drive. USB Mass Storage Device may be listed twice. One may contain a memory card reader or other mass storage drive. Look for the label
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    installed on your system before you try to troubleshoot a drive problem. These service packs are issued to fix bugs, add drivers, and enhance the security features of your system. See http://support.microsoft.com for details about how to install service packs and Windows updates in your system
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    Administrator privilege for installing software Depending on your operating system, you may need to be logged on as the administrator to install software. To change a user's account: 1 Click Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel, User Accounts and Family Safety, and then click
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    Using Windows Media Center Microsoft Windows Media Center lets you do amazing things with your computer. With a full range of easy-to-use digital entertainment features, you can experience movies, music, and photos like never before. Windows Media Center is simple and convenient to use. You can
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    Some music and video subscription services may not be available in all countries/regions. Open specific windows in Windows Media Center by using the shortcut buttons on the remote control. Easily back up your media files to CD, DVD, or another hard disk drive such as the HP Personal Media Drive and
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    when you are selecting or playing your music. If you subscribe to music services, you can now add this option directly to the Start menu, next to been imported from your video recorder. Windows Media Center has built-in support for high-definition video. Whether you are watching a DVD movie or
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    so. See "Completing the setup wizard steps." NOTE: For more information about setting up your computer, refer to the setup poster or the Start Here guide. Opening Windows Media Center with a mouse You can use either your remote control or your mouse to open and navigate Windows Media Center. To use
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    Navigating Windows Media Center You can control the Windows Media Center functions and navigate Windows Media Center windows by using the remote control, the keyboard, or a mouse. In the Windows Media Center windows, a selected item such as a folder, file, or menu item is either highlighted or moves
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    Windows Media Center control menu To access the control menu in Windows Media Center, move the mouse to display the menu bars: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click Shutdown. Use your arrow keys on your remote control or
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    Using Windows Media Center Power Settings When your computer is in Sleep mode it appears off, but you can actually still perform tasks such as recording TV programs or music files. Sleep mode turns off the display and mutes the audio. NOTE: The audio or video of TV recordings is not affected when
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    Center Setup, and then Run Setup Again. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the wizard. NOTE: You can change your DVDs, and download the Television Program Guide if your computer came with a TV tuner. NOTE: You must subscribe with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to have an Internet
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    Windows Media Center Start Menu A Open the Windows Media Center Start menu. B Go back one screen. C Minimize the Windows Media Center window. D Resize the Windows Media Center window. E Close the Windows Media Center window. F Use arrow keys to scroll left and right through the sub-menu items. G Use
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    where you can find various media offers and services. The Online Media window is periodically updated by Microsoft. Some of the services listed may not be available in certain countries/ select an option or follow the onscreen instructions. 5 Select Save to save your changes. 122 Getting Started
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    in the Warranty and Support Guide, and search for your model's name and number. The product model is on the lower front of the computer. To find the online documentation for your product, search for your model number, and then click Manuals. NOTE: Information and guides are associated with specific
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    Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs This section describes how to play CDs, VCDs, or DVDs by using Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, or other audio and video programs. This section also describes using Music, radio, changing DVD and audio settings. Using Music The Music area in Windows Media Center
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    . Delete songs from a music library or a queue list. Burn your favorite songs to CDs. Back up your music tracks to a DVD or to an HP Personal Media Drive. Listen to Internet Radio. Search music tracks and files. Organize your genres of artists, albums, songs, composers, etc. 126 Getting Started
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    Using the music library Adding Music to music library When you add music files to your music library, they are placed into the music library in the Windows Media Center and the Windows Media Player. The added music files can immediately be found and played back using Music in Windows Media Center or
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    music library. 7 Select Copy CD. The first time you copy a music CD you must select your copy- protection option and then follow any onscreen instructions. After selecting your choices for copy options in the next few windows, click Next. 8 Select Yes to begin copying tracks to your music library
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    music file types You can play the following types of digital audio files in Music. Refer to Windows Media Player Help for more information about supported file types. File extension File type .cda CD audio file .au, .snd Audio file .aif, .aifc, .aiff AIFF audio file .wav Windows audio file
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    Playing Music Files in Music When you first open Windows Media Center, select Music and click on music library, you will find a few music albums and tracks listed in your Windows Media Center and Windows Media Player music library. To play music, click on one or more songs and then click play. You
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    Changing the Visualization Settings You can change the visualization settings such as the alchemy, bars and waves, and battery settings. You can also set the visualization options to start visualizations when the music plays at the beginning of the song, always, or never. Press
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    Playing a song in Music You can play a song from anywhere in Music. You can select it from the songs list, or from the albums, artists, genres, composers and other lists. You can also play a single song from a playlist: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with
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    4 While the Queue is being played you can view the queue by selecting View Queue. 5 You can edit or clear a queue, save it as a playlist or burn a queue list on a CD or a DVD. Finding and Playing an Album in Music 1 From Windows Media Center click Music, and then click music library. 2 Use the arrow
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    Using Search Searching for Music Tracks and Files You can search for music files if you cannot locate them. Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 1 Click Music, and
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    To create a playlist: 1 Select Music, select music library, and then select either albums, artists, playlists, songs, or genres. 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control, or the arrow keys on the keyboard, or use the mouse to navigate to the music you want to add to your playlist. 3 Press OK on
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    Copying Music Files to CD in Music To copy your music files to CD: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Select Tasks and click burn cd/dvd. 3 A message displays
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    10 Click Yes. 11 Click OK. 12 Follow the onscreen instructions. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law.
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    3 Click the right mouse button for the icons to appear that take you to the previous menu. Using radio In radio you can play, listen, and preset various online radio stations. 1 From the Windows Media Center, click Music, and then click radio. 2 Click presets to preset and organize your favorite
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    Playing Music CDs To play music CDs, you must have either a CD or DVD drive. 1 Insert the music CD into your CD or DVD drive. The default audio program opens. If the Audio CD wizard window opens, choose the program you want to use from the list. You may have to scroll down in the window to see all
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    permanent. Once the code locks, you can play DVDs from that country/region only. If the country/region code locks and you need help, contact Support. Using DVDs in Windows Media Center Watching DVDs in Windows Media Center allows you to control the playback with your remote control. If you play
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    If the DVD is already in the drive, select play dvd. The DVD movie begins playing in full-screen mode. 3 If a DVD menu appears, use the remote control or the mouse to select the DVD menu items and control the DVD movie playback. 4 To stop playing the DVD, press Stop on the remote control or move the
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    Changing the DVD Movie Language To select DVD language settings for subtitles, audio track and menu: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu,
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    4 In the DVD Settings window, click Remote Control Options. 5 After making the changes, click Save. Changing DVD Closed Captioning You can change the DVD closed captioning options. 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start
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    Changing DVD Audio Settings To select DVD audio settings for viewing the DVD: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click Settings. 3 Click
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    Playing Video CDs (VCDs) To play a VCD you must have either a CD or DVD drive. 1 Insert the video CD into your CD or DVD drive. The default video CD program opens. If the Video CD wizard window opens, choose the program you want to use from the list. You may have to scroll down in the window to see
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    files to CDs or DVDs. You can also use Windows Media Player to download and copy music files to a portable device or memory card. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law
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    be recorded repeatedly on a rewritable CD-RW disc, but all previously recorded files must be erased first. CD-R discs cannot be erased. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of our products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright
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    fit on your disc. If your recording fails, manually select a slower recording speed, if available, each selecting a slower recording speed. NOTE: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does instructions for burning an audio CD that can be played in most home and car CD players. For instructions
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    a CD. Jukebox discs can only be played on computers, CD players, or DVD players that support the file format you use to create the disc (.mp3 is most commonly supported). Creating video discs This section provides instructions for creating a video disc. You can create a video disc from files on the
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    7 Watch a preview of your video in the Preview area. 8 When ready to create the video disc, click Burn. For more help using Roxio Creator and Roxio MyDVD, refer to the Help menu in the Roxio program. Copying a disc The following explains how to make a copy of an existing CD or DVD. Copying a disc
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    disc label." For more help using Roxio Creator, refer to the Help menu in the program. Creating photo (slide show) discs This section provides instructions for creating a slide show disc using photos on the computer hard disk drive. To create a slide show disc: 1 Insert a writable disc into the disc
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    . For instructions on making a paper label, refer to "Making a paper disc label." LightScribe requirements Burning a label with LightScribe requires three things: A LightScribe-enabled disc drive (select models only), identified by the LightScribe logo. Labeling software that supports LightScribe
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    Making a paper disc label The following provides instructions for creating a paper label for your disc. To create a LightScribe label, refer to "Making a disc label using LightScribe." 1 Load the printer with adhesive label paper.
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    Working with Pictures and Videos You can view, copy, edit, print, and share digital images and videos by using the computer. You can transfer digital images and videos to the computer by using the following methods: CD or DVD: Insert the disc into the CD or DVD drive. Digital camera or digital video
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    Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center With Windows Media Center, you can view, sort, edit, print, and create a CD or DVD of your pictures from the folders you create in the Pictures directory in Windows Explorer. Pictures is a folder on your hard disk drive in the Documents window, and it is also
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    9 When you find the folder that contains your picture folder, select it by making sure an arrow appears next to the folder. Repeat this step to add additional folders, and then select Next. 10 Select Finish. Viewing Your Pictures in Windows Media Center After you organize your pictures in the
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    Viewing pictures as a slide show 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with your mouse, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Select Pictures + Videos, and click picture library. 3 Select the folder of pictures you
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    may be corrupted, or it may be an unsupported file type. You may need to edit your image with a photo editor and save it in a supported file format. Folder icons appear even if the images inside them cannot be displayed. Corrupted and unsupported image file types display a generic image icon but
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    5 Select Touch Up. 6 Select Contrast or Red Eye. 7 Select Preview to see the result. 8 After you select the options you want to fix, select Save. The picture displays with the new settings. 9 Select Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Cropping pictures in Windows Media Center
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    keyboard or the i (More information) button on the remote control, and then select Picture Details. Select Print, and then select Print again. 5 Follow any onscreen instructions. Working with Pictures and Videos 161
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    Copying Pictures to CDs and DVDs in Windows Media Center NOTE: In Windows Media Center, all pictures are copied to CDs as .jpg files. 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar and then select Windows Media Center. 2 From the
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    control or Enter on the keyboard. Using supported video file types You can view the following types of video files in Windows Media Center. Other file types are supported if your computer has the correct software installed. File extension .avi .dvr-ms
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    can use Windows Media Center to find it and add it to your Videos area. Recording analog and digital video files Refer to Help and Support for more information about capturing and recording video files from analog and digital video cameras. To find information in Help and
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    Creating Movies by Using muvee autoProducer (Select models only) Creating personalized and professional-looking video movies is simple with muvee autoProducer, a software program on your computer. This version of muvee autoProducer includes features such as video capture and disc recording. Basic
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    final changes before saving. 8 Burn to disc: You can record a video to DVD, VCD, or SVCD. The following sections provide detailed instructions. Using muvee autoProducer Getting started To open muvee autoProducer (select models only): 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All
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    Button Get Video from Camera Add Video Add Pictures Add Music Change Settings Title/Credits Make muvee Save and share your muvee Tweak muvee Enables you to See Open the muvee Video Capture window to capture (copy) live video or recorded video. "Capturing video from a digital video camera." Open
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    your DV camera to the FireWire (IEEE 1394) port on your computer. 2 Turn on the camera and set it to VCR mode. Refer to the instructions in the manufacturer's documentation. 3 Click the Get Video from Camera button. 4 Click Start Capture to begin capturing the live image directly to your hard disk
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    your DV camera to the FireWire (IEEE 1394) port on your computer. 2 Turn on the camera and set it to VCR mode. Refer to the instructions in the manufacturer's documentation. 3 Click the Get Video from Camera button. 4 Click the Play button on the screen to begin viewing the video. 5 Click Start
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    4 You can use the magicMoments feature in muvee autoProducer to mark specific scenes in a video clip that you want to include in, or to leave out, of your final movie: a Select a video file in the Select Video/Pictures window, and then click the magicMoments button. The magicMoments window opens. b
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    in muvee autoProducer to control the motion that is applied to your picture: a Click the magicSpot button to open the magicSpot window. b Click the Manual button to display two overlapping frames over your picture. c Move the frames around to set the start and end points for motion. The arrow in
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    Changing the settings To adjust audio and video production settings for your movie: 1 Click the Change Settings button. The muvee Settings window opens. 2 Click the Duration tab to set preferences and the length of your video production. Click one of the following duration settings: Fit to music.
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    Adding an opening title and closing credits You can personalize your movie project by adding an opening title and closing credits: 1 Click the Title/Credits button. The muvee Title and Credits window opens. 2 Click the Title tab: a Select a title effect in the drop-down list. b In the Enter your
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    Click the Auto-replace with different button to automatically replace a picture or video segment with a completely different picture or video segment. Click the Manually replace button to replace a picture or video segment with a picture or video segment of your choice. Click the Undo or Redo button
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    4 When you are done modifying the movie project, click OK to save your changes and close the Tweak muvee window. Or To exit the Tweak muvee window without saving your changes, click Cancel. Saving the movie project After you are satisfied with the look of your movie project, you are ready to save
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    10 When saving is complete, you can click Play muvees to watch the files you saved or Open output folder to view the folder where you saved the files. 11 Click Close when you are done. Recording the movie project to disc To create a DVD, VCD, or SVCD disc of your movie project: 1 Click the Save and
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    photos in your movie production. It also includes support for DivX file types, which enables you to import or create DivX format muvees. (Purchasing DivX videos from DivX services may require a subscription.) To see muvee autoProducer offers for HP customers: 1 At the top of the muvee autoProducer
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    disk drive 127 adjusting monitor 10 antivirus, installing program 54 audio connector 6 Audio Line Out 6 Audio input left and right connectors 4 autoscroll 67 B batteries installing in remote control 73 type for remote control 73 Bluetooth devices 12 burning audio and data disc 148-152 CDs, DVDs 147
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    8 recording videos 150, 168 troubleshooting 9 digital video camera capture 168 Support 40 home stereo system connecting to the PC 28 home videos 150, 168 HP Media Drive inserting a drive 106 HP and drive letter 108 HP Photosmart Essential 84 HP Pocket Media Drive 105 HP Total Care Advisor 55
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    Music 125 memory card reader 155 card types 99 in-use light 103 troubleshooting 104 using 99 memory card, formatting 103 microphone connector 4, 6 mini-jack playing a song 132 playing an album 131, 133 playing music 130 supported file types 129 music playing with Windows Media Player 139, 144 music
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    of battery to use 73 using 72 remote sensor 73 using 72 repetitive strain injury (RSI), see Safety & Comfort Guide rewritable Support messages 40 surge protector 2 SVCD 176 S-video In connector 4, 6 switching mouse button functions 67 T transferring information to your new computer 55 troubleshooting
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    video editing getting started with muvee autoProducer 166 video movies transferring 164 transferring and recording 164 videos 162 creating a CD or DVD 164 playing 162 playing digital videos 163 transferring videos 164 working with home videos 8 visualization settings 131 volume controls 62 W Web
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