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    Getting Started
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    Hewlett-Packard products and services are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP United States and/or other countries/regions. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse
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    of Contents Getting Help 1 Finding Onscreen Guides 1 Finding Guides on the Web 1 Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center 2 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 2 Using the hardware diagnostic tools 2 Using HP Total Care Advisor Software 3 Turning On the Computer for the First Time 5 Turning
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    buttons 25 Keyboard Shortcuts 26 Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting 26 Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard 26 Using Mouse Buttons 30 Scrolling ...30 Autoscrolling 30 Panning...31 Changing Mouse Settings 31 Switching mouse button functions 31 Changing mouse pointer speed 31
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    Realtek HD Audio Manager control screens 41 Configuring sound for recording with the Realtek HD Audio Manager 43 Retasking front panel audio connectors 44 Configuring multistreaming audio 45 When to use multistreaming audio 46 Setting up multistreaming audio 46 Configuring audio for Windows
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    Insertion Guide 84 Understanding the Activity Light 87 Formatting a Memory Card 87 Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader 88 Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive 89 Connecting the Drive 90 Inserting the Drive into an HP Drive Bay 90 Connecting the Drive to a Computer
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    memories Settings 108 Windows Media Center Settings categories 108 Using Windows Media Center power settings Adding music to the music library 113 Adding music files from the hard disk drive 113 Adding music files from a CD 114 Deleting music files from the music library 115 Using supported
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    Audio Settings 136 Playing DVDs with Windows Media Player 136 Using DVD Play to Play DVDs, Videos, High-Definition DVDs, and Blu-ray DVDs......... 137 Playing Video CDs (VCDs 139 Playing video CDs (VCDs) with Windows Media Player 139 Creating Audio and Data Discs 141 Erasing Rewritable Discs
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    Adding videos 168 Adding pictures 170 Adding music 171 Selecting the style 171 Changing the settings 171 Making the movie 173 Previewing the movie 173 Modifying the movie 174 Saving the movie project 175 Recording the movie project to disc 176 Upgrading muvee autoProducer 177 Supported
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    by using the guide 192 Recording programs manually without using the guide 192 Recording quality and hard disk drive storage space 193 Watching TV programs stored on the HP Media Drive 194 About recording TV to the HP Media Drive 195 Recording TV programs to the HP Media Drive 195 Changing the
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    the Internet to access the Support Web site. 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 Enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search . 5 Click Manuals. 6 Locate the manual you want, and then do
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    All Programs. 3 Click PC Help & Tools. 4 Click Hardware Diagnostic Tools to view or use these tools. Using the hardware diagnostic tools The hardware diagnostic tools help you to do the following: View the computer system information, such as memory usage, drive capacity and CPU usage. Find alerts
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    health. PC Help provides simple access to help and support information for your computer. Products Showcase provides a listing of products and services available for your computer, and presents comparison shopping information about those items. To open HP Total Care Advisor: 1 Click the Windows
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    4 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    at this time, you can do so later by manually starting Easy Internet Services. See "Connecting to the Internet." 7 Norton Internet Security automatically opens. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up this tool, which protects the computer and your privacy. NOTE: If you stop the setup procedure
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    off. Hibernate mode saves the system memory to a temporary file on the hard disk and then turns off the hardware. Some computers also have a reduced-power state called Away mode. Away mode turns off the display and mutes the audio, but otherwise keeps the computer operational. During Away mode, the
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    and download information from the Internet automatically, if you set it to do so. To put the computer into Sleep mode manually: Press the Sleep button on the keyboard, if it is present. Or 1 Click the Windows Start Button 2 Click the Power button. Or on the taskbar. 1 Click the Windows Start
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    to the hard disk drive everything that is in computer memory, turns off the monitor and the hard disk drive, and then turns itself 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
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    advanced power settings. b Click the plus sign (+) next to Sleep. c Click an item and make selections, and then click Apply. d Click OK. Restarting the Computer When you restart the computer, the computer clears some settings and starts over using the operating system and software in its memory
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    area network) or DSL (digital subscriber line). Check with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for specific information on the connection. See "About the Internet" for more information about using the Internet. Refer to "Setting Up the Computer" in the other setup information that came with your
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    of user accounts: Administrator: Is allowed to change account types for other users, change passwords, change system-wide settings, access all files on the computer, and install software and drivers that are compatible with Windows Vista. Limited - Standard User: Is not allowed to change other user
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    users Drawbacks to multiple user accounts: More memory (RAM) usage Multiple Temporary Internet Files folders to remove during Disk Cleanup More data to back up Longer time to complete virus scan Protecting the Computer Protect the computer, personal settings, and data from a variety of risks by
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    Windows Vista passwords, such as screen saver passwords, type passwords into the Search Help box in the Help and Support Center. Password Windows Vista Administrator password Windows Vista User password Function Protects administrator-level access to computer contents. Protects access to a Windows
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    . It is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against new viruses beyond the free period by purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and updating Norton Internet Security software, and for purchasing extended update service, are provided within the program. To open and
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    let me choose whether to install them Check for updates but let me choose whether to download and install them Never check for updates (not recommended) - This option makes the computer more vulnerable to security threats and performance problems and is not recommended. 7 Click OK. Turning On the
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    on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS updates. 3 Follow any onscreen instructions to complete downloading and installing the latest updates. Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices After you set up the computer, you may want to install
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    as an Administrator. b Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. c Click Help and Support. d Click Recover factory settings. e Choose an option, and then follow the onscreen instructions. For antivirus software, uninstall the existing software program before reinstalling it or installing a new
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    18 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    to install keyboard software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the keyboard. Your computer may include either a standard text and commands for the computer. A standard keyboard connects to the keyboard connector in the back of the computer. A wireless keyboard (select
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    Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down. Use these keys to insert and delete text, and to quickly move the cursor on the screen. The edit keys function differently with some software programs. 20 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    Arrow keys The arrow keys are controls for moving up, down, right, and left. You can use these keys instead of the mouse to move the cursor for navigation on a Web page, in a document, or in a game. Numeric keys Press the Num Lock key to lock and unlock the numeric key functions: When the Num Lock
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    buttons (select models only) at the top of the keyboard. These buttons operate a CD or DVD player, control speaker volume, connect you to the Internet, or provide quick access to specific functions. (Some keyboard models have some of these special buttons to the left side of the main keys, some do
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    Puts computer into or out of power-saving mode. It may take 10-30 seconds before screen reappears. Switches between computer users. ? Or Or Or Information Pictures (Photos) Music Video Internet Search Or hp Or Compaq E-mail HP Club Compaq Or My Presario Opens Help and Support Center
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    Or Or Or Or Or Feature Shopping Sports Finance Connect to Internet Search Chat Entertainment Offers Calculator Description (continued Eject 1 and Eject 2 Rec Description Opens or closes upper and lower optical drive trays. Starts recording to selected media. Stop Stops media. Play/Pause Plays
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    to customize. 11 Click OK to finish. NOTE: Click the Restore Defaults button on the Buttons tab to restore all of the buttons to the factory settings. Using the Keyboard 25
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    you press simultaneously to perform specific actions. For example, from the Windows Vista 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 see
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    seconds until the blue light starts to flash. 2 Push and hold the Connect button (C) on the underside of the keyboard until the blue LED on the receiver stops flashing. For additional mouse and keyboard troubleshooting tips, refer to the Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide. Using the Keyboard 27
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    included with the mouse. You may need to install mouse software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of 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
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    keyboard while you click the additional items. You can switch the function of the left and right buttons for left-handed use. See "Changing Mouse Settings." Scrolling Click the left mouse button to place the cursor in a document, and then: To scroll toward the beginning of the document, roll the
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    Panning does not work with some software programs. Changing Mouse Settings Switching mouse button functions To switch the functions of the right OK. 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
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    Changing the double-click speed To change the double-click speed of the right mouse button: 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 Buttons tab. 6 In the Double-click speed area, use the slider
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    Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting If the wireless mouse and keyboard do not respond, see "Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard" in the "Using the Keyboard" chapter to resynchronize the devices. Using the Mouse 33
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    34 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    "Connecting Speakers or Microphone" in the Advanced Setup Guide. NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button or power cord) or active (power button or power cord). Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems; the speaker system must have its own power cord. A stereo speaker set
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    the taskbar to set speaker volume. Then, you can adjust the volume by using: The Volume knob or buttons on the keyboard (select models only). The Volume knob on the speakers (select models only). There are two ways to use the Volume icon: 1 Click the orange Realtek HD Audio Manager Volume icon
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    by using the following software. Use the software that applies to your computer model: Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality Speaker Settings Configuration (audio card) Realtek HD Audio Manager (multistreaming audio) Windows Media Center (all systems) Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 37
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    with the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card (select models). Configuring the audio card software After you have installed and connected the speakers, follow these steps to configure multichannel audio output for computers: NOTE: Three modes are available; Entertainment Mode is
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    have a FlexiJack connector that supports both microphone and Line input. If so, you can change the FlexiJack mode, if necessary. To do this, you must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher after you connect the audio cable to the FlexiJack connector on the audio card. NOTE: If you are
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    Click Creative, Sound Blaster X-Fi, and then click Documentation. 4 Click Online Manual. Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager After you have installed and connected your speakers, complete the following steps if your computer model has type 6 connectors and is capable of multistreaming
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    Realtek HD Audio Manager control screens Digital Output: Enables you to select the Environment and Equalizer settings. You can select an environment, such as Stone Room or Auditorium. Under Equalizer, you can either click a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then
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    of the microphone. Includes buttons for noise suppression and acoustic echo cancellation. Line In (Digital Input): Enables control over volume, playback, mute, recording, and multistreaming audio. 42 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    Under Equalizer, you can either click a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later. Configuring sound for recording with the Realtek HD Audio Manager The microphone connector is ready to use for recording sound. If you want to use
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    In, Headphone, and Front Speaker Out connectors on the front of the computer, as necessary. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, and then click Realtek HD Audio Manager. 4 Click a front connector icon that you want to retask. NOTE: Only
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    ). An MP3 player with cable connected to Line In (blue). 2 From an internal source inside, or directly connected to, the computer, audio files may reside on: hard disk drives, DVDs, CDs, USB drives, HP Personal Media Drives, or any connected device. Play internal media files through programs such as
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    . You also hear sound on the computer or powered speakers that are connected to the front-panel green headphone jack, from one of the following external computer audio sources: a Front-panel Line In b Internal source residing on a hard disk drive, DVD, CD, USB drive, or other external device See
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    for digital home entertainment with Realtek HD Audio Manager: 1 Connect the audio output connectors as follows: A headphone set or powered speakers to the front Headphone Out (green) connector for stereo music playback A set of powered stereo 5.1 or 7.1 speakers to the rear Speaker Out connectors
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    the volume and mute settings. Use active (powered) speakers, or speakers with an amplifier. Check the sound cable connections. Ensure that the software the audio card drivers by using application reinstallation program; refer to the Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide that came with the computer.
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    control cannot: Navigate the Windows desktop or control other computer programs outside of Windows Media Center. Be used as a VCR, DVD player, or stereo remote control. Turn on or off a TV that is connected to the computer (select models only). Turn on the computer. Using the Windows Media Center
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    menu. 12 Volume - Increases (+) and decreases (-) volume. 13 Mute - Turns computer sound off. The word Mute is displayed when Mute is turned on. 14 Record - Records a selected television program and stores it on the hard disk drive. 15 Play - Plays the selected media. 16 Rewind - Moves the media
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    hard disk drive. 28 CH/PG up (+) and down (-) - Changes the TV channels or moves pages up and down, depending on available options. Moves to the next DVD chapter. 29 Eject - Ejects CD or DVD drive. 30 Pause - Pauses audio and video manually place the computer in sleep mode. NOTE: If the computer
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    open the Windows Media Center program, and use it to view TV, record TV programs, play previously recorded TV programs, and play music, movies, or video. To open Windows Media Center using the remote control, simply point it at the remote sensor, and press the Windows Media Center Start button . Use
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    Troubleshooting the Remote Control If the remote doesn't work: Make sure that 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 computer, and then open Windows Media Center again. If the remote
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    kinds of software: The Microsoft Windows Vista operating system, which displays the desktop on the monitor and controls your computer's hardware, peripherals, and software programs. Software programs that perform specific functions, such as word processing. The software programs included with the
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    then click Delete. 2 Right-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop, and then click Empty Recycle Bin. Using the Windows Start Button Support Center. Start a search. Open the Control Panel to view or change settings. Using the All Programs menu To find the software programs on your computer:
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    3 Go to the desktop or folder, right- set up or change properties and settings for the monitor, the keyboard, the mouse, the modem, a network connection, and other components and features of the computer. The Control Panel also provides tools for changing system performance, adding hardware, adding
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    screen left and right. Working with Digital Images You can connect a digital image source, such as a digital camera or a digital video camera, to the computer devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. You can copy digital picture files from the memory cards used by digital
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    Internet. To connect your computer to the Internet and use the information and services available there, you need an Internet Service Provider (ISP). form http://www.name.extension (for example, http://www.hp.com). The URL may include the path to a specific file within that site. Each period, or dot,
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    your own. Once you are connected to the Internet, your browser opens hp.com) into the address box in the browser, and then pressing Enter on your keyboard. Or you can use the browser search feature to search for references to a specific search items on the computer and for advanced options. Click Search
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    ), you can: Set up a password. Control Internet access. Set up a list of Web sites that people who use your computer cannot view. Adjust must enter the Content Advisor password that you have set. This means that any unrated page, even Help and Support or Internet Explorer, is not viewable if the
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    whenever you are online. Hewlett-Packard strongly recommends that you protect the computer against new viruses beyond the trial period by purchasing an extended update service. Configuring and registering Norton Internet Security software When you first set up the computer, Norton Internet Security
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    program requires a TV tuner, which is included with select models only. Setting up a Custom Scan time To create a Custom Scan for specific files, folders, and drives: 1 Double-click the Norton Internet Security icon on the desktop. 2 Click the Norton Internet Security tab. 3 Click the Tasks & Scans
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    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 use your e-mail account. You can then send and receive e-mail when your computer is connected to your ISP. 64 Getting Started (features vary by
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    DVD Play (select models only) You can: Play DVD movies and video CDs (VCDs). Play Blu-ray and High-Definition DVDs if the computer has a Blu-ray and HD DVD disc drive. Use the Zoom and Pan features. Create viewing bookmarks. HP Photosmart Essential (select models only) Rhapsody (select models only
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    directly onto a disc. HP Total Care Advisor (select models only) Quickly organize the Web links you want to keep available to you on your desktop. Comparison-shop using the convenient shopping search engine. Get HP software and driver updates. Get important messages from HP. Access PC Health and
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    Backup My PC (select models only) Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (select models only) You can: (continued) Create computer backup files to protect your data and other important files on your computer. NOTE: This software is included with the Personal Media Drive only. Import audio, video, and other
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    digital camera. A file can be a document, picture, music, video, or other data. Almost everything that you do on the computer involves working with files. The computer can copy files to other storage media within component drives, such as diskettes, memory cards, CDs or DVDs, or it can send them to
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    on the keyboard. Moving Files CAUTION: Do not move any file that is part of an installed program. Doing so can cause the program to become unusable. more Windows Explorer windows open at one time.) Select an item in Computer or in Windows Explorer, and then press and hold the right mouse button
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    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 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Explorer. 2 Find
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    to the computer. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or : Do not delete any file that is part of an installed program. Doing so can cause manually or it is cleared to make room for more recently deleted files. 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop
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    If it does not, follow the instructions that came with the 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 connected to the computer, and if the computer has the necessary software installed for
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    74 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    Drives Using the CD and DVD Drives Your computer can come with several types of CD or DVD drives that allow you to perform different tasks. What you can do depends on what kind of drive you have. Allows you to: Read data from CDs. Play music CDs. Read DVDs. Record (burn) data or music to discs
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    Inserting and removing CDs and DVDs CAUTION: Use only standard-shaped (circular) discs in the drives. Using non-standard discs, such as heart-shaped discs or business-card discs, may damage the drive. To insert a CD or DVD: 1 With the computer turned on, press the Eject button near the front of the
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    the keyboard (select models only). Or Pressing the Eject button on the drive, if it is accessible. 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
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    compatible with some DVD video players and with most computer DVD-ROM drives. CD-R discs are more compatible with home and car stereos than CD-RW discs are. Blu-ray disc drives are required to play Blu-ray discs. Blu-ray disc drives can read Blu-ray discs and record to Blu-ray discs. HD disc drives
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    1 billion bytes when referring to 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. Using CD
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    DVD. No No Play No HD DVD. No No Record No data to Blu-ray disc. No No Record HD No data to DVD. No No Double- Combo DVD- DVD+RW/+R layer CD-RW/ LightScribe BD HD RAM DVD-RW/-R DVD DVD DVD+RW/+R DVD+RW/+R Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
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    and HD Disc Drives If the computer came with a Blu-ray (BR) and high-definition (HD) disc drive, there are three programs that are designed specifically for use with this drive: DVD Play plays Blu-ray, high-definition (HD), and regular commercial DVD discs. PowerDirector is a video editing program
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    from and write to a variety of types of memory cards and the IBM Microdrive disk drive. The card reader is accessible directly on the front of the computer. It has four or two horizontal card slots, which accept the memory cards and the Microdrive disk drive. You can place media in one or more of
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    the AutoPlay window does not open, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the Memory Card icon to display the files on the memory card. 3 When you are finished, right-click the drive icon, click Eject, check that the activity light is on but not blinking
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    -right) MS E (lower-right) PRO E (lower-right) PRO Duo E (lower-right) MS Duo *Select models only. Not available in all countries/regions. NOTE: Some memory cards, such as CF Ultra/III, are not compatible with the memory card reader that came with the computer. Using the Memory Card Reader 85
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    Facing up (gold connector fingers down) F (upper) SmartMedia (SM) Memory Card Facing down (gold connector fingers up) F (upper) xD media Facing up (gold connector fingers down) F (upper) IBM Microdrive disk drive CompactFlash Type I media CompactFlash Type II media Receptacle edge (holes
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    Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. 3 In the Devices with Removable Storage area, right-click the correct memory card icon. 4 Select Format, and then type a label name into the label box. 5 For best compatibility, select FAT as the file system settings. 6 Click Start. 7 Click OK in the
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    when the activity light is not blinking, and shine a flashlight into the empty slot. If any of the pins are bent, replace the memory card reader, or have the computer serviced if a pin is touching another pin. To straighten slightly bent pins, use the tip of a fine-point retracted ballpoint pen with
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    as internal or external USB hard disk drives designed to quickly and easily increase the storage capacity and to transfer media files such as digital photos, music, videos, and other important files. You can also use the HP Media Drives to back up other drives on the computer. NOTE: The HP Personal
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    cable, but it also can be inserted into specifically designed HP computers. These computers have a special horizontal or vertical drive bay that connects to the drive by using an internal USB connector. The drive can be easily inserted and removed from the hard disk drive bay without turning off the
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    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 computers as an external hard disk drive that you connect
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    devices connected to the computer. To locate the drive: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 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
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    files manually: 1 Connect the drive to the 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. 4 Select your files and then drag and drop them to the new computer's hard disk drive
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    computers, this may be called the Unplug Hardware or Eject Hardware icon. 3 Double-click USB Mass Storage Device to locate the 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 of this drive. 4 Select HP
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    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. Contact Microsoft
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    Administrator privilege for installing software Depending on the operating system, you may need to be logged on as the administrator to install software. To change a user's account: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel, User Accounts and Family Safety, and then
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    only). Combine the powerful features of your computer with a home theater receiver to enjoy an even more dynamic entertainment experience. Windows Media Center is optimized for widescreen and high-definition displays. With the new onscreen layout of your photos, music, and videos
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    menu to do so. See "Completing the setup wizard." NOTE: For more information about setting up the computer, refer to the setup instructions that came with the computer. Completing the setup wizard NOTE: You must select either analog or digital TV signals in the setup wizard for the TV tuner
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    Program Guide if your computer came with a TV tuner. NOTE: You must subscribe to an Internet Service Provider to have an Internet connection. Optimize for some models. Set up your Music, Picture, and Video Libraries. Set up Windows Media Center to scan your Music, Picture, and Video folders for new
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    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 video, radio, TV, and various media providers. Pictures + Videos - View digital pictures, play a slide show, or print photos. Watch home videos. See "Playing video
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    settings. See "Changing Windows Media Center Settings." Add a Windows Media Center Extender device. Synchronize content from another device with the computer rest of the computer. See "Windows Media in the computer documentation, watch videos, and Play back your digital videos. View your digital
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    DVD, or another hard disk drive, such as the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive (sold separately). Use the Optimization setting to keep the computer running smoothly. Use Sleep mode to save power when the computer is not in use. Then, you can display the computer desktop instantly by
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    your music. If you subscribe to music services, you can now add this option directly memories With Windows Media Center, you can turn your simple photo collection into a cinematic slide show that can be shared on the computer specific images or folders that you want to see. You can also perform
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    providers, where you can find various media offers and services. The Online Media window is periodically updated by Microsoft. Some of the services that are listed may not be available in certain countries/regions. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to access the Online Media Web sites
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    stop using the mouse (after 5 seconds), the Windows Media Center menu bars become hidden. NOTE: You can use the resize buttons to switch to the desktop or to run Windows Media Center side-by-side with another program. Using Windows Media Center 105
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    , it appears in an inset window in the lower-left corner. To switch from watching media in the inset window to watching it in full-screen mode, use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the arrow keys on the keyboard to select it, and then press the OK button
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    scroll to the right or left of the screen to select the other options. Icon Action Closes Windows Media Center. Logs off and ends your Windows Media Center session and switches users. Shuts down the computer. Restarts the computer. Puts the computer in a power-reduced or Sleep mode. Puts the
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    warnings. Windows Media Center Setup to configure an Internet connection and speakers, run Windows Media Center setup again, and computer running smoothly by performing various tasks on a regularly scheduled basis. The Optimization setting closes and then opens Windows Media Center at a specific
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    , search for your model number, and then click Manuals. NOTE: Information and guides are associated with specific computer model numbers. Some models do not have guides or manuals available on the Web site. Using Windows Media Center power settings When the computer is in Sleep mode, it appears off
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    6 Click the drop-down arrow next to turn off the display to select a time span to turn off the display. 7 Click the drop-down arrow next to put the computer to sleep to select a time span for putting the computer into Sleep mode. 8 Click Save changes. 110 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    how to play CDs, DVDs, or VCDs by using Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, or other audio and video programs. This section also describes using Music and radio, and changing DVD and audio settings. Using Music The Music area in Windows Media Center is a great way to play, organize, and back
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    or by using the Windows Media Player program. Music files that are added to music library in the Windows Media Center and in the Windows Media to CDs. Back up your music tracks to a DVD or to an HP Personal Media Drive or other storage device. Listen to Internet Radio (select models only). Search
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    Help menu. Adding music files from the hard disk drive 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 Click Library Setup. 4 Click Add folder to watch, and then click Next. 5 Click Add folders on this computer, and then
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    and then click Finish. 7 Click OK. Adding music files from a CD To add the CD 3 Click music library. 4 Insert a CD into the CD drive. 5 Select albums. 6 Select the album CD you want to copy-protection option, and then follow any onscreen instructions. 8 After selecting the choices for copy options
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    file types. File extension .cda .wav .mp3, .m3u .wma, .asx, .wmx, .wm File type Audio CDs Windows audio file MP3 audio file Windows Media Audio file NOTE: Only supported audio file types are displayed in the Music window. Unsupported file types do not display or play. Playing CDs, DVDs, or
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    NOTE: You may not find any audio files when you click playlists for the first time unless you have already added audio files to your Windows Media Center your music files into the Music folder or into other folders on the hard disk drive, but you need to add those files to the Windows Media Center
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    song, always, or never. Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 1 From the Tasks menu, click settings, and then click Music. 2 Click Visualizations or Visualization Options. 3 After making the changes, click Save. Playing an album in Windows Media Center
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    select more songs to add to the queue list. Repeat step 1. Or click the mouse on the left arrow on the top left of the screen to go back. 118 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    to rearrange the play order. Repeat to play the album again. Buy Music to connect to the Internet, find CD information, and buy music CDs. To go back to the remote control, or click the left arrow on the top left of the screen. 4 To return to the previous window, press the Back button on the remote
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    Using Search in Windows Media Center Searching for music tracks and files You can search for music files if you cannot locate them: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Music, and then double-click search. 3 To search, enter letters by using
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    Media Center. Click the mouse on the left arrow on the top left of the screen to go back to Windows Media Center. 6 Click play all. 7 Click View Queue for the playlist, and then click Save. NOTE: If the computer is connected to the Internet, the CD track titles and cover art appear in Windows Media
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    opens asking you to insert media. Insert a blank CD-R disc, and then click Retry. 4 Select a disc format, either Audio CD or Data CD, and then click Next. 5 Use the Back button on the remote control or click Add More in the Review & Edit List to select more songs from different menus. You can also
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    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. NOTE: For more information about writable media, refer to "Disc Features and Compatibility and to go to the settings menu. 5 Click the right mouse
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    or the mouse. NOTE: Make sure you connect the FM radio antenna to the back of the HP computer before selecting an FM radio station. This antenna is included for select models only. In the Radio window, you can: Listen to FM radio stations. Set
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    will affect TV recording and might interrupt TV or radio on an Extender device. 4 Click Yes, and then click Next to set up the TV signal. 5 Confirm your country/region for the TV signal, and then click Next. 6 Windows Media Center will automatically detect and configure the
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    the TV signal is set you can play and listen to FM radio stations. NOTE: You must go through the TV tuner setup wizard before you can play your radio stations. 1 Connect the FM radio antenna to the connector labeled FM Antenna In, on the back of the HP computer. 2 Click the Windows Start
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    . Or Select the Seek (-) or (+) button for Windows Media Center to find the next playable station. Or Select the Tune (-) or (+) button to find a station manually. Or Select the Preset (-) or (+) button to find a preset station. 6 Click Save as Preset to save the radio station as one of your preset
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    the program where you left off. 10 Click the left arrow on the top left of the screen to return to the previous window. 11 Click presets to view all of your preset radio stations. radio station. 8 Click Cancel if you do not want to save your settings. 128 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    Time The FM radio signal and TV tuner input signal share a single tuner card. This means that you are unable to watch or record TV and listen CDs, you must have either a CD or DVD drive. Insert the music CD into the CD or DVD drive. The default audio program opens. If a dialog window opens, choose
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    buttons on the keyboard (select models only). NOTE: The computer must have a connection to the Internet to see CD information such as artist name All Programs, and then click HP DVD Play or DVD Play BD/HD, or Power Cinema depending on the type of DVD drive and computer model that you have. 3 Use
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    HP DVD Play. 4 Use the mouse to operate the media controls to control the movie. 5 To play the DVD in full-screen mode, double-click anywhere in the DVD Play window. Troubleshooting Having a higher-end computer graphics (video) card and increasing computer memory may also improve DVD playback. Playing CDs,
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    the DVD packaging and disc. DVDs without country/region codes play on any player or drive in any country/region drive. If you have other media playing, Windows Media Center asks if you want to play the DVD. Select HP DVD Play. If you don't select an option, the DVD automatically plays in full-screen
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    window, select DVD. 3 Click DVD Language, Closed Captioning, or Remote Control Options. 4 Select the settings, and then click Save. Changing the DVD movie language To select DVD language settings for subtitles, audio track and menu: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click
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    the language you want, click Save. 5 To return to the main settings window, press the Backspace key on the keyboard or press the Back button on the remote control, or click the left arrow on the top left of the screen. Changing DVD remote control options To change the DVD remote control
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    options: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 In the settings window, click DVD. 4 In the DVD Settings window, click Closed Captioning. 5 After making the changes, click Save. Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs 135
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    . 4 Click Audio. The TV Audio window opens. 5 Select the speaker and sound options. Select the speaker output and the channel mode, if applicable. Click Save. Playing DVDs with Windows Media Player The computer must have a DVD drive to play DVD movies. 1 Insert the DVD movie into the drive. When the
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    to the Internet. Some HD DVD and Blu-ray advanced features may not be supported. As HD DVD and Blu-ray are new formats containing new technologies, certain disc, digital connection, compatibility, and/or performance issues may arise, and do not constitute defects in the product. Flawless playback on
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    play a DVD, you must have a DVD drive: 1 Insert the DVD into the DVD drive. The default DVD program opens. If the (AACS) key that DVD Play uses must be updated every seventeen months in order for it to play DVD titles. For more information about playing video clips, click the ? (Help) button in the
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    (VCDs) To play a VCD you must have either a CD or DVD drive: 1 Insert the VCD into the 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
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    140 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    enable you to copy, archive, and manage music, video, image, and data files, and then record the 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
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    use to create the disc (.mp3 is most commonly supported). For file format compatibility, check the documentation for the device in which you intend to play the disc. You may hear a slight loss of sound quality using compressed audio files. For more compatibility information, see "Disc Features and
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    : 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. Before you begin creating discs Save all work, and close all open programs. Turn off the screen saver. Creating Audio and Data Discs 143
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    Click OK when the audio CD is completed. Creating video discs This section provides instructions for creating a video disc. You can create a video disc from files on the computer hard disk drive or directly from a digital video camera. 1 Insert a writable disc into the disc-burning drive. 2 Open the
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    method, you must have two DVD drives. Otherwise, use the steps in the next section to copy the DVD. To copy a CD or DVD using two disc drives: 1 Insert a writable CD or DVD into a disc-burning drive. 2 Insert the disc that you want to copy into the other disc drive. Creating Audio and Data Discs 145
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    on the computer hard disk drive. 6 When you are prompted, insert a writable CD or DVD into the disc-burning drive, and then click OK. 7 When the message Copy Disc: Completed successfully appears, click OK. The disc is ejected automatically. Creating data discs This section provides instructions for
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    of CyberLink programs, and then click Power2Go. 4 Click the Data Disc icon. 5 Select disc type, and then click OK. 6 Locate files from the hard disk drive, and then click and drag them to the lower section of the window. 7 When you are done adding files, click the Burn icon in the toolbar. NOTE: For
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    CyberLink LabelPrint You may burn data, music, and videos to the disc before or after labeling the disc. See "Creating audio CDs" and "Creating data discs." To make a LightScribe label: 1 Place the disc into the disc drive with the top of the disc facing down. The top is the gold non-reflective
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    to work on the computer while the LightScribe label is created. For more help using CyberLink LabelPrint, click the Help icon to open the Help information. Making a paper disc label The following section provides instructions for creating a paper label for the disc. To create a LightScribe label
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    7 Click the arrow button at the bottom of the window to continue. 8 Under Step 3: Select the label's layout and background: a Select a layout style by clicking the arrows under Layout Style to scroll through the different label layouts available, and then click the Select button when you find the
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    DVD: Insert the disc into the CD or DVD drive. Digital camera or digital video camera: Connect the device to the computer by using the transfer cable that came with the device. (Select models have a digital camera docking bay.) Memory card: Insert the memory card into the memory card reader (select
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    , printing, sharing, and protecting the digital images. . Adding Pictures in Windows Media Center Adding picture files from the hard disk drive 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos. 3 Click picture library. 4 Press Ctrl+D on
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    click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos and then click picture library. 3 Select a folder folder to view. The selected picture opens in full-screen mode. 6 Press the Enter key on the keyboard on the keyboard, click Picture Details, click Settings, and then click Pictures to: Select a
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    keyboard or the Back button on the remote control to go to a previous screen. 7 Use the arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrow buttons on you are back at the Windows Media Center Start menu. 5 Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. 6 Select the folder of pictures that you want
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    .wmf .png File type Joint Photographic Experts Group Tagged Image File Format Graphics Interchange Format Bitmap Windows MetaFile Portable Network Graphics Only supported image file types display in the Pictures + Videos area of Windows Media Center. Unsupported files are skipped in a slide show
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    on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. 3 Select a picture to edit. 4 click Save. The picture displays with the new settings. 9 Click Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Cropping pictures in Windows Media
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    or horizontal position. 8 After you select the settings that you want to fix, click Save. Once picture. 9 Click Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Rotating pictures If then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos. 3 Select the picture you want to rotate. 4
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    (CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+/-R, or DVD+/-RW) into the drive. 4 Click Data CD/DVD, and then click Next. NOTE: If you are using a writable disc that contains data, you must select Erase Disc to continue. 5 Select the Untitled area, enter the name of the disc by using the numeric keys on the keyboard or
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    makes it easy to play home video files that you created or video files that you downloaded from the Internet. In Pictures + Videos you can: Play videos that are stored anywhere on the hard disk drive. Create a CD or DVD of your video files. View your videos in full-screen mode or from an inset
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    files in Windows Media Center. Other file types are supported if the computer has the correct software installed: File extension File type .avi Windows Video file (Audio Video Interleaved) .dvr-ms Digital Video Recording-Microsoft (TV file format) .mpeg, .mpg, .mpe, Movie file .m1v, .mp2
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    (CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+/-R, or DVD+/-RW) into the drive. 4 Select Video DVD, and then click Next. NOTE: If you are using a rewritable disc that contains data, you must select Erase Disc to continue. 5 Select the Untitled area, enter the name of the disc by using the numeric keys on the keyboard or the
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    162 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    are the following: 1 Capture digital video: Capture live or recorded video to the hard disk drive directly from a compatible digital video (DV) camera. 2 Add videos and pictures: Select video and still-image (picture) files from the computer folders. You can easily add videos and still images to the
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    title and closing credits. 6 Make the movie: Automatically analyze the videos, pictures, music, movie style, and captions that you added to the project, and save the project to the computer hard disk drive before recording it to disc. 7 Modify the movie: Make final changes to the movie before
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    Using muvee autoProducer Getting started To open muvee autoProducer (select models only): 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs, muvee autoProducer, Home movies made easy!, and then click Launch muvee autoProducer 6 to open muvee autoProducer. 3 On the File menu,
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    muvee Open the Listed muvee Files window to save the finished movie to the computer hard disk drive, or to record the finished movie to a disc. "Saving the movie project." "Recording the movie project to disc." Make quick final changes to the movie before "Modifying the movie." saving it. 166
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    a tape in the camera. To capture live video to the hard disk drive by using muvee autoProducer: 1 Connect the DV camera to the FireWire® (IEEE 1394) port on the computer. 2 Turn on the camera, and set it to VCR mode. Refer to the instructions in the manufacturer's documentation. 3 Click the Import
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    most interested in using in the movie project. To capture recorded video to the hard disk drive: 1 Connect the DV camera to the FireWire (IEEE 1394) port on the computer. 2 Turn on the camera, and set it to VCR mode. Refer to the instructions in the manufacturer's documentation. 3 Click the Import
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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 leave out of, the 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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    Adding pictures To add still-image picture files to the movie project: 1 Click the Add pictures button in the Video/Pictures area. The Add Pictures window opens. 2 Browse the folders on the hard disk drive to select existing still-image files for the movie: Add up to 50 picture files. Select
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    Adding music To add music files to the movie project as a soundtrack: 1 Click the Add music button in the Music area. The Add Music window opens. 2 Browse the folders on the hard disk drive to select existing music files for the movie: Add up to three music files. Select multiple music files by
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    pictures check box to blend still images with video clips at intervals. Place a check in the Use every picture once check box to prevent pictures from being dropped. 4 Click the Audio tab to set the sound preferences. Click one of the following settings: Use every music track: Select this style to
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    of the segment button to open the magicSpot window. For more information about using magicMoments, see "Adding videos." 5 Click the Full-screen preview button to view the movie in the full-screen mode. 6 Click the Audio mix button to adjust sound levels for the movie. Creating Movies by Using muvee
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    quick final changes to the project before you save it. You can also have muvee autoProducer replace pictures or videos with other similar or contrasting ones. Alternatively, you can manually choose the replacement shots. To modify a movie: 1 Click the tweak muvee button. The Tweak muvee window opens
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    project, you are ready to save the movie as a file on the hard disk drive: 1 Click the muveeShare button. The Listed muvee Files window opens, with the movie (disc, e-mail, Web streaming, PC, or Mobile Device) by clicking one of the icons at the top of the window, and then select the settings. 7
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    delete the selected file. 4 Click the disc icon to create copies of all of the picture and video files that are used to create the disc. NOTE: For best disc quality, it is recommended that you not perform other computer tasks while the movie is being recorded to disc. Or To save the current settings
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    autoProducer. The upgraded version enables you to use unlimited video clips, audio clips, and still images in the movie project. It also includes support for DivX file types, so that you can import or create DivX-format movies. (Purchasing DivX videos from DivX services may require a subscription
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    178 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    another prerecorded program. NOTE: Digital video recording features and the Television Program Guide are for select models only. Guide (Internet service required) to find programs to watch and record. You can record specific TV programs or a whole series to the hard disk drive or an HP Media Drive
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    movies guide: Go online to find movies to watch either now or later. Get the latest information about movies on TV: read reviews, see cast lists, find other times at which the movie is broadcast, view the DVD cover, browse for related movies, and find other movies that
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    Watching TV Before you can watch TV by using Windows Media Center, make sure: The computer is set up correctly for your TV signal source. Refer to the setup instructions that came with your computer for more information. You have completed the Windows Media Center setup wizard. If you have not
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    program series. Access to the Windows Media Center Settings windows. 4 Press the media buttons on the screen mode and return to the previous window, press the Back button on the remote control. Controlling TV playback The digital video This allows you to pause or review a live TV program for up
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    3 hours in the Television Program Guide. To play a recorded TV advance 12 hours in the guide. To move backward in live move back 3 hours in the guide. To move backward in live TV guide. Live TV (TV) To maximize the TV viewing window to full-screen button while in full-screen mode. If you select
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    depends on your television service provider; most providers display up to 14 days. By selecting a program title, a detailed description of the program appears at the bottom of the window. NOTE: The computer requires a connection to the Internet to access the guide. Using Windows Media Center
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    . Check back periodically to see if guide data has been provided. WARNING: Make sure the computer is connected to the Internet and Windows Media Center is properly set up before you try to change the guide settings. NOTE: The Television Program Guide (Internet service required) is not available in
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    the remote control to record the program. NOTE: If you press the i (More information) button on the remote control while you are already in the guide, you can select one of the guide filter categories, such as Movies, to search for a specific program. 186 Getting Started (features vary by model)
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    ) connection, the computer is always connected. The guide is downloaded at a specified time every few days. The download interval varies, depending on the Internet service provider. Or Manual download: Connect to the Internet, and then manually download the guide in Windows Media Center TV Settings
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    Up Guide Listings. 3 Click Next. 4 Click Yes, use this region to configure TV services, and then click Next. 5 Click Yes, and then click Next. Microsoft downloads current updates. 6 Click Yes, and then click Next. 7 Click I agree, and then click Next. 8 Select Download when connected or Manual
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    incorrect for your TV service provider information: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote control, or, with the mouse, click the Windows Start Button Windows Media Center. on the taskbar, and then click 2 In the Tasks menu, click settings, TV, Guide, and then Edit Channels
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    press OK on the remote control. 5 To begin watching the program in full-screen mode, select the program, and then press OK on the remote control. If control. Searching for TV programs by using categories You can search the guide to find a TV program by selecting a category. Some categories are
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    the Television Program Guide, the search, or the recorded tv window in the TV + Movies menu. You can record two programs at the same time, if the computer has two TV about recording to the HP Personal Media Drive, see "About recording TV to the HP Media Drive." Watching and Recording TV Programs 191
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    you want to record. Recording programs manually without using the guide You do not need to use the Television Program Guide to record TV. You can record a TV program by pressing the Record button on the remote control while watching live TV, or you can select a specific date, channel, and recording
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    To record a program manually: 1 Press the Windows Media Center Start button on the remote TV programs depends on the size of the hard disk drive, the percentage of hard disk drive space that is allocated to recorded TV, and the recording quality setting. To get the maximum recording time, change
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    hard disk drive space Support for more information about recording errors, advanced recording features, and TV settings. An HP Media Drive is purchased separately. To play recorded TV files that are stored on the HP Media Drive, you must: 1 Connect the HP Media Drive to the computer with the power
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    Windows Media Center before disconnecting the drive. When you connect the drive, stored TV files appear a few seconds after you open Windows Media Center. About recording TV to the HP Media Drive The computer is set up to record TV programs to the local hard disk drive when you use Windows Media
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    . Change the recording path back to the local hard disk drive. See "Changing the TV recording path to the local hard disk drive." 5 Disconnect the HP Media Drive safely. See "Disconnecting the Drive." Changing the TV recording path to the HP Media Drive If you decide to change the recording path to
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    to change. 6 Click Save. Updating recorded TV list after removing the HP Media Drive If you want to update the recorded TV list after removing the drive: 1 Close Windows Media Center. 2 Open Windows Media Center. 3 If this does not update the files, restart the computer. Watching and Recording TV
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    to DVD or CD in Windows Media Center to create a backup copy or to save space on the hard disk drive, by using the following procedure. These discs can be played from an HP computer and from some set-top DVD players. NOTE: TV programs that have been encrypted (protected) by the broadcaster cannot be
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    other things while the disc is being burned. 13 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recording of your TV program to disc. Media copy protection Media message appears: Recording Canceled. Manual Recording cannot be recorded. Restrictions that are set by the broadcaster and/or originator
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    in a public folder. To find and play the recorded TV programs from the hard disk drive: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. 2 Double-click the local disk. 3 Click Users, Public, and then double-click Recorded TV. 4 Right-click the recorded TV program, and then
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    control 52 Blu-ray compatibility 78 DVD 81 using a Blu-ray drive 75, 79, 81 burning audio and data disc 142-146 buttons keyboard, customizing 25 media control or playback 24 Off, See turning off computer 6 remote control 50 C cable modem, using 10, 59 card reader, memory 83 carpal tunnel syndrome
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    Guide H Help and Support 2 High-Definition 81 disc drives 79 home videos 144, 167 HP Media Drive 89 activity and power lights 90 automatic on and off feature 90 disconnecting the drive 94 inserting a drive 90 location and drive letter 92 HP Photosmart Essential 65 HP Pocket Media Drive 89 HP
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    Television Program Guide R Radio connecting antenna to computer 124 getting reception 124 organizing radio station presets 128 playing FM stations 124 playing radio in Media Center 124 recording options 192 radio programs 128 videos from digital video camera 144, 167 with Realtek HD Audio Manager 43
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    & Comfort Guide rewritable discs, erasing 142 S Safety & Comfort Guide 11 safety warnings 11 scrolling with the mouse 30 searching for programs 189 Secure Digital (SD) memory card 85 settings for sound 108 general 108 Internet connections 108 remote control and remote sensor 53 Shared Video folder
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    Media Player 139 video capture live 167 recorded video 167 video editing getting started with muvee autoProducer 165 video movies transferring and recording 160 videos 159 creating a DVD 161 playing 159 playing digital videos 159 transferring videos 160 visualization settings 117 volume controls
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