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Multimedia User Guide - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either U.S. registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 5
devices ...14 Checking your audio functions ...15 4 Video Connecting an external monitor or projector 17 Connecting high-definition devices (select models only 18 5 Optical drive Identifying the installed optical drive 19 Using optical discs ...20 Selecting the right disc ...21 CD-R discs ...21 - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
erratically 36 A DVD movie is not visible on an external display 37 The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion 38 A device driver must be reinstalled ...39 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 39 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 40 Index ...41 vi - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 7
Your computer may include the following multimedia components: ● Optical drive for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● Integrated microphone for recording your own audio ● Integrated webcam that allows you to capture and share video - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
of the computer. Component (1) Internal microphones (2) (2) Webcam light (3) Webcam (4) Speakers (2) (5) Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2) 2 sound. Produce sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. WARNING! To reduce the risk of - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
Component (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Volume scroll zone (8) Volume mute button Description Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Adjusts speaker volume. Mutes and restores speaker sound. Identifying your multimedia components 3 - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
to music, and view pictures. NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon password, you may be asked to log on to Windows. QuickPlay opens after you log on. Refer to the QuickPlay software Help for more information. 4 Chapter 1 Multimedia features - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
zone from left to right or tap the volume up icon (3) repeatedly. ● Windows® volume control: a. Click the Volume icon in the notification area, at the mute the volume by clicking the Mute icon. If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps to add it: a. Right-click - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
Using the media activity functions The media activity buttons (select models only) and the media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD or a DVD in the optical drive. 6 Chapter 1 Multimedia features - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
buttons The following illustration and tables describe the functions of the media activity buttons when a disc is in the optical drive. ● Previous/rewind button (1) ● Play/pause button (2) ● Next/fast forward button (3) ● Stop button (4) Previous/rewind button Disc status Button Playing Previous - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
playback. 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 CD or a DVD is not playing, press fn+f9 (3) to play the disc. ● When an audio CD or a DVD is playing, use the following hotkeys: ◦ To pause or resume playing - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
2 Multimedia software Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music, watch movies, and view pictures. The following sections provide details about QuickPlay and other preinstalled multimedia software. 9 - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
features: ● Internet TV-Classic oldies, a range of TV shows and channels, as well as the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen to computers with an Internet connection. ● Playlist upload support: ◦ Upload your QuickPlay photo playlists to Internet photo albums, such as Snapfish. ◦ Upload your - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
software: ▲ Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia program you want to use. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player. NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders. Using other preinstalled multimedia software 11 - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
To install any multimedia software 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 - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
your computer speakers and/or connected external speakers ● Record sound using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and images ● Transmit sound and images with instant messaging programs ● Stream - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
with the device. For best results, remember the following tips: ● Be sure that the device cable is securely connected to the correct jack on your computer. (Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer.) ● Be sure to install any drivers required by the - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
file to your desktop. 3. Open Windows Media Player or QuickPlay and play back the sound. NOTE: For best results when recording, speak directly into the microphone and record sound in a setting free of background noise. ▲ To confirm or change the audio - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
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 ● Watch TV, including high-definition TV (select models only) 16 Chapter 4 Video - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
the external monitor port. NOTE: If a properly connected external display device does not display an image, press fn+f4 to transfer the image to the device. Repeatedly pressing fn+f4 alternates the screen image between the computer display and the device. Connecting an external monitor or projector - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
Connecting high-definition devices (select models only) For best results, when you connect an audio or video device such as a high-definition TV to the HDMI port ( the other end of the cable into the high-definition device, as instructed in the user guide included with the device. 18 Chapter 4 Video - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
including your optical drive. You may have one of the following types of drives: ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer (DL) support ● HD DVD-R Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer (DL) support ● HD DVD-ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
Disc ROM Yes Yes Drive with SuperMulti DVD ±R/RW DL support Write to DVD+R DL Write label to LightScribe CD or DVD±RW/R Write to HD DVD No No No Yes No No Yes No Yes Yes No No Yes Yes No Yes No No CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
right disc An optical drive supports optical discs (CDs and DVDs). CDs, used to store digital data, are also used for commercial audio recordings and are Transporting work files ● Making weekly backups of hard drive files ● Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously DVD±R discs Use blank - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 28
of a dual-layer DVD at 8.5 GB. Typical uses include the following: ● Storage of large amounts of data ● High-definition video ● PlayStation 3 games 22 Chapter 5 Optical drive - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 29
the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray. how you want to use the media content. Choose QuickPlay or Windows Media Player, both preinstalled on your computer. NOTE: After you . If this message is displayed, click No. ● You may need to restart the CD or DVD - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 30
Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive or an optional HD DVD Drive. 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc media button. 8. Then click the DVD icon and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: To watch a high-definition movie, you must use - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 31
internationally. You can play a DVD containing a region code only if the region code on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive. CAUTION: The region settings on your DVD drive region setting on the DVD drive. The number of region changes remaining is displayed on the DVD Region tab. - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 32
-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video recordings before you burn them to a CD or DVD that cannot be changed. ● DVD players used in home systems usually do not support all DVD formats. Refer to the user guide that came with your DVD player - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 33
Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) 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 - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 34
webcam, located at the top of the display. The open your instant message program, YouCam displays a floating toolbar that lets you add graphic effects. ● Special effects-Add using webcam software, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 35
may not work properly across some network firewalls. If you are having trouble viewing or sending video to someone on another LAN or outside your a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily solve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task you want to perform, and - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 36
using the Properties dialog box, which is accessible from various programs that use the integrated camera, usually from a configuration, settings, or properties menu: ● Brightness-Controls the amount . For information about using the webcam, select Start > Help and Support. 30 Chapter 6 Webcam - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 37
7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. 31 - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 38
CD or DVD 1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive. 2. Press in gently on the paper clip until the disc tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case. 32 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 39
click Continue. 4. In the Device Manager 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 following section. The computer - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 40
● Be sure that the disc is clean. If necessary, clean the disc with filtered water and a or - ◦ The playback window in the multimedia program may and unplug cameras and portable Display Settings. 2. Set Colors to Medium (16 bit), if this setting is not already selected. 34 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 41
Use AutoPlay for all media and devices, and then click Save. A CD or DVD should now start automatically when it is inserted into the optical drive. A disc does not play automatically 35 - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 42
may have accidentally paused the movie. ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by Display Settings. 2. Set Colors to Medium (16 bit), if this setting is not already selected. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. 36 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 43
Settings. b. Specify a primary display and a secondary display. NOTE: When using both displays, the DVD 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. A DVD movie is - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 44
of disc for your drive. See your user guides for more information about hard drive before trying to burn the contents to a new disc, and then burn from your hard drive. ● Reinstall the disc-burning device driver located in the DVD/CD-ROM drives category in Device Manager. 38 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 45
the Web. 3. Click Next to immediately check for HP software updates. To use the HP Web site: 1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com, and then select Customer Service > Software & Driver downloads. 2. On the Software & Driver downloads page, select the task, type your computer model - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 46
an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Install now to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - or - Click Download only to save the file to your computer. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your hard drive. After - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 47
drive 20 checking audio functions 15 D drives, optical drive 20 DVD changing region setting 25 inserting 23 removing 27 DVD button 4 DVD drive 20 DVD region settings 25 E earbuds 2 external audio devices, connecting 14 external monitor port 17 H headphone (audio-out) jacks 2 headphones 2 I internal - HP Pavilion dv3000 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 48
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