HP Pavilion dv2-1000 Multimedia - Windows Vista
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- HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
2009 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
...3 Adjusting the volume ...3 Using the media activity functions ...4 Using the media activity hotkeys 4 2 Multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart software ...5 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 5 Installing multimedia software from a disc 6 3 Audio Connecting external audio - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
6 Webcam 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, 21 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 22 A device driver must be reinstalled ...22 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 22 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 23 Index ...24 iv - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 5
1 Multimedia features Your computer includes multimedia features that allow you to listen to music, watch movies, and view pictures. Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive (select models only) for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
Component (1) Internal microphone (2) Webcam light (3) Webcam (4) Audio-out (headphone) jack (5) Audio-in (microphone) jack (6) Speakers (2) (7) Volume mute hotkey (8) Decrease volume hotkey (9) Increase volume hotkey 2 Chapter 1 Multimedia features Description Records sound. Turns on when video - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 7
and view pictures and videos. To use MediaSmart, click the HP MediaSmart icon on the desktop. Adjusting the volume You can volume, press fn+f7 repeatedly. ◦ To increase volume, press fn+f8 repeatedly. ● Windows® volume control: a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, at the far right - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD, DVD, or BD (Blu-ray Disc) in the optical drive (select models only) when MediaSmart or Windows Media Player is open. Using the media activity hotkeys A media activity hotkey is a combination of the fn key (1) and a function key (2). ● When an audio - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
, and view pictures. The following sections provide details about MediaSmart and other preinstalled multimedia software. Using HP MediaSmart software HP MediaSmart turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With MediaSmart, you can enjoy music and DVD and BD movies. You can also manage - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
from a CD or DVD, follow these steps: 1. Insert the disc into the optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so. NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
computer.) ● Be sure that you install any drivers required by the external device. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Sound. 4. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Under Program, select any sound event, such as a - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Save the file to your desktop. 3. Open Windows Media Player or MediaSmart and play back the sound. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
4 Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit pictures and video to create presentations ● Connect external video devices Connecting an external monitor or projector The external monitor port connects an external display - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
the HDMI port, while simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external display. NOTE: To transmit end of the cable to the video device, according to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Press fn+f4 on the computer to switch the image between the display - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
in your computer. Identifying the installed optical drive ▲ Select Start > Computer. Using optical discs An optical drive, such as a DVD-ROM drive, supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). These discs store information, such as music, photos, and movies. DVDs have a higher storage capacity than CDs - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
a much higher storage capacity. NOTE: The optical drive on your computer may not support all the types of optical discs discussed in this section. CD-R discs Use CD that you saved earlier. This type of disc is ideal for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to a CD or DVD that - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
LightScribe DVD+R discs Use LightScribe DVD+R discs for sharing and storing data, home videos, and photos. These discs are read-compatible with most DVD-ROM drives and DVD video players. With a LightScribe-enabled drive and LightScribe software, you can write data to the disc and then add a designer - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
7. If you have not yet configured AutoPlay, the AutoPlay dialog box opens and asks how you want to use the media content. Choose MediaSmart or Windows Media Player, both preinstalled on your computer. NOTE: After you insert a disc, a short pause is normal. If Sleep or Hibernation is initiated during - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
pressing the media button, clicking the DVD icon, and then following the instructions on the screen. NOTE: To watch a high-definition movie, you such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information. 3. Click the "+" sign next - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
can use software such as Windows Media Player or CyberLink Power2Go data files or for testing audio or video recordings support all DVD formats. Refer to the user guide that came with your DVD player for a list of supported specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
Removing an optical disc (CD, DVD, or BD) 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray, and then gently pull out the tray (2) until it stops. 2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer edges of the disc. Hold the - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
using HP MediaSmart, click Start > Help and Support, and trouble viewing or sending multimedia files to someone on another LAN or outside your network firewall, temporarily disable the firewall, perform the task you want to perform, and then reenable the firewall. To permanently resolve the problem - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD 1. Insert the - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
window, click the plus (+) sign next to DVD/CD-ROM drives, unless a minus (-) sign is already showing. Look for an optical drive listing. If the drive is not listed, install (or reinstall) the device driver as instructed in the section "A device driver > Display Settings. 20 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
image will not appear on any display designated as the secondary display. To get information about a multimedia question not covered in this guide, go to Start > Help and Support. The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ● Be sure that all other programs are closed - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
See your user guides for more drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to update your drivers using the procedures in the following sections. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Follow either of the following procedures to obtain HP device drivers. 22 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region. 2. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in the product box. 3. Press enter, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can obtain the latest Windows - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 28
16 inserting 13 removing 17, 19 CD drive 11 checking audio functions 7 configuring HDMI 10 D decrease volume hotkey, identifying 2 device drivers HP drivers 22 Microsoft drivers 23 drives, optical drive 11 DVD changing region setting 15 inserting 13 removing 17, 19 DVD drive 11 DVD region settings - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 29
S software HP MediaSmart 5 installing 6 multimedia 5 Windows Media Player 5 speakers 2 T troubleshooting disc burning 21 disc play 20, 21 DVD movie play 21 external display 21 HP device drivers 22 Microsoft device drivers 23 optical disc tray 19 optical drive detection 20 V video, using 9 volume - HP Pavilion dv2-1000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 30
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