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- HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Pavilion dv3700 | 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 dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 3
audio using HDMI 12 Determining the type of graphics card installed on your computer 12 Setting HDMI as the default audio playback device 13 5 Optical drive Identifying the installed optical drive 14 Using optical discs ...15 Selecting the right disc ...15 CD-R discs ...15 CD-RW discs ...16 iii - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 4
disc (CD, 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 24 The computer does not detect the optical drive 25 A disc does not play ...25 A disc does not play automatically ...26 A DVD - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 5
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 ● Integrated microphone for recording your own audio ● Integrated webcam - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 6
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 sound. Turns on when video - HP Pavilion dv3700 | 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 dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 8
repeatedly. ◦ To increase volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll 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 far right of the taskbar. b. Increase or decrease the volume by moving - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 9
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 media activity buttons when a disc is in the optical drive. ● Previous/rewind button (1) ● Play/pause button (2) ● Next - HP Pavilion dv3700 | 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 dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 11
channels, as well as the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen to computers with an Internet connection. ● Playlist upload support: ◦ Upload your MediaSmart 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 - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 12
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 dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 13
using the internal microphone or connect an external microphone ● Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using audio and 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 - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 14
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 the Test button. You should hear - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 15
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 HDMI device The computer includes an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port. The - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 16
simultaneously supporting an image on the computer display or any other supported external the video device, according to the device manufacturer's instructions. 3. Press fn+f4 on the computer to switch on your computer ▲ Check the label on the computer keyboard. - or - 1. Select Start > Computer > - HP Pavilion dv3700 | 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 dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 18
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 ● 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 - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 19
or video playback functionality, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading or writing to a CD or DVD. Selecting the 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 convenient for your - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 20
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 frequently. Typical uses include the following - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 21
the computer. 2. Press the release button (1) on the optical drive bezel to release the disc tray. 3. Pull out the tray 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 - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 22
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 on the DVD matches the region setting on your DVD drive. CAUTION: The region settings on your DVD drive can be changed only 5 times. The region setting you - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 23
or DVD±RW optical drive, you can use software such as Windows Media Player or support all DVD formats. Refer to the user guide that came with your DVD player for a list of supported Download or copy the source files into a folder on your hard drive. 2. Insert a blank CD or DVD into the optical drive - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 24
Open the folder, and then drag the files to the drive 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 - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 25
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 disc - HP Pavilion dv3700 | 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 dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 27
If you are having trouble viewing or sending multimedia files permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall possible, place bright light sources behind the -Controls the amount of light that is incorporated into with a large amount of background light would otherwise be obscured by blooming - HP Pavilion dv3700 | 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 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 - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 29
Device Manager. 3. 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. A disc does - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 30
should now start automatically when it is inserted into the optical drive. A DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically ● Clean the disc. ● Conserve system resources by trying the following suggestions question not covered in this guide, go to Start > Help and Support. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 31
A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use MediaSmart to play a DVD. MediaSmart is installed 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 optical drive. 2. Click Start and - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 32
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 latest Windows device drivers by using Microsoft® Update. This Windows feature can be - HP Pavilion dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 33
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 drivers 28 V video, using 11 - HP Pavilion dv3700 | 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 dv3700 | Multimedia - Windows Vista - Page 35
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