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- HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 2
products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: September 2008 Document Part Number: 493588-001 Product notice This user guide describes features - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components 2 Adjusting the volume ...4 Using the media activity functions ...5 Using the media activity buttons 5 Previous/rewind button 5 Play/pause button 5 Next/fast forward button 6 Stop button ...6 Using the media activity - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
DVD, or BD 21 6 Webcam Webcam tips ...23 Adjusting webcam properties ...23 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, DVD, or BD device driver must be reinstalled ...27 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 28 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 28 Index ...29 - HP Pavilion dv3600 | 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 for playing audio and video discs ● Integrated speakers for listening to music ● - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
Identifying your multimedia components The following illustration and table describe the multimedia features of the computer. Component (1) Internal microphones (2) (2) Webcam light (3) Webcam (4) Speakers (2) (5) Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2) 2 Chapter 1 Multimedia features Description Record - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 7
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 dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume using the following controls: ● Computer volume buttons: ◦ To mute or restore volume, press the mute button (1). ◦ To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from right to left or tap the volume down icon (2) repeatedly. ◦ To - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
Using the media activity functions The media activity buttons (select models only) and the media activity hotkeys control the play of an audio CD, DVD, or BD (Blu-ray Disc) in the optical drive. Using the media activity buttons The following illustration and tables describe the functions of the - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 10
Next/fast forward button Disc status Button Playing Next/fast forward button Playing fn + next/fast forward button Function Plays the next track or chapter. Fast forwards the playback. Stop button Disc status Button Playing Stop button Function Stops the playback. Using the media - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
MediaSmart software MediaSmart turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With MediaSmart, you can enjoy music and DVD and channels, as well as the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen to computers with an Internet connection. ● Playlist upload support: ◦ Upload your MediaSmart photo - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
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 dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
Cable connectors are normally color-coded to match the corresponding jacks on the computer.) ● Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device. Connecting external - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 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 beep or alarm, and click - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
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 dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
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 dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 17
Setting HDMI as the default audio playback device 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound icon. 2. If you have an Intel integrated graphics card or an ATI or NVIDIA graphics card, click the Playback tab, click Digital Output Device (HDMI), and then click Set Default. 3. Click OK - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
/R and CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive with Double-Layer (DL) support ● LightScribe DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Combo drive with Double-Layer (DL) support ● Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW Double Layer (DL) support NOTE: Some of the drives listed above may not be - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
purposes. DVDs are the same form factor as CDs but have 6 to 7 times the 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-R (write-once) discs to create permanent archives and to share files - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
● Keeping permanent archives of computer files and scanned home records ● Offloading files from your hard drive to free up disk space After data is recorded, it cannot be erased or written over. CD-RW discs Use a CD-RW disc (a rewritable version of a CD) to store large projects that must be updated - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
Playing music 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray (2). 4. Hold the disc by the edges and position the disc label-side up over the tray spindle. NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
Close the disc tray. 7. Launch the DVD playback feature in MediaSmart by pressing the 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 MediaSmart. To watch standard-format movies, you can use MediaSmart or other - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
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 for a list of supported formats. ● An MP3 file uses less space than other music file formats, and the process for creating - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
that contains the blank optical disc. 7. Initiate the burning process as directed by the program you have selected. For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site. CAUTION: Observe the - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
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 dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 26
succession. ● Connect-E-mail photos and video using the icon on the software interface. NOTE: For details about using webcam software, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 22 Chapter 6 Webcam - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
properly across some network firewalls. NOTE: If you are having trouble viewing or sending multimedia files to someone on another LAN or and then reenable the firewall. To permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall as necessary, and adjust the policies > Help and Support. Webcam tips 23 - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 28
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 , tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 4. Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case. 24 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 29
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. A disc does not play ● Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD, DVD, or BD. ● Log - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 30
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. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 31
that you are using the right kind of disc for your drive. See your user guides for more information about disc types. ● Be sure that the disc is inserted on the computer and is also available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. A device driver must be reinstalled 1. Remove any discs from the - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 32
and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your country or region. 3. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer model number in the product box. 4. Press enter, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Obtaining Microsoft device drivers You can obtain the - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 33
11 R region codes, DVD 18 S software installing 8 MediaSmart 7 multimedia 7 Windows Media Player 7 speakers 2 T tips, webcam 23 troubleshooting disc burning 27 disc play 25, 26 DVD movie play 26 external display 26 HP device drivers 28 optical disc tray 24 optical drive detection 25 Windows device - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 34
volume scroll zone 4 volume, adjusting 4 W webcam 2 webcam light 2 webcam properties, adjusting 23 webcam tips 23 webcam, using 22 30 Index - HP Pavilion dv3600 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 35
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