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    Multimedia User Guide
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    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: August 2009 Document Part Number: 539591-001 Product notice This user guide describes features
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    4 Play/pause button 4 Next/fast forward button 5 Stop button ...5 Using the media activity hotkeys 5 2 Multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart software ...7 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 8 Installing multimedia software from a disc 9 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices
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    18 Creating (burning) a CD or DVD ...19 Removing a CD, DVD, or BD ...20 6 Webcam 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, a DVD, or a BD 22 The computer ...25 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 26 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 26 Index ...28 iv
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    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 ●
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    Component (1) Internal digital dual array microphones (2) (2) Webcam light (3) Webcam (4) Speakers (2) (5) Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2) (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Volume mute button (8) Volume scroll zone Description Record sound. Turns on when video software accesses the webcam. Records
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    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 press the volume down button (2). ◦ To increase
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    Volume can also be adjusted within some programs. Using the media activity functions The media activity buttons and the media activity hotkeys control the play of a disc that is inserted into the optical drive. Using the media activity buttons The following illustration and tables describe the
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    Next/fast forward button Disc status Playing Playing Button Next/fast forward button fn + next/fast forward button Function Plays the next track or chapter. Fast forwards the playback. Stop button Disc status Playing Button Stop button Function Stops the playback. Using the media activity
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    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 HP MediaSmart and other preinstalled multimedia software. 6 Chapter 2 Multimedia software
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    Using HP MediaSmart software HP MediaSmart turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With MediaSmart, you a range of TV shows and channels, and watch the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen. ● Photo and video upload support, for example: ◦ Upload your MediaSmart photos to Internet
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    Using other preinstalled multimedia software To locate other preinstalled multimedia 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
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    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
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    Notices. To connect external devices such as external speakers, headphone, or a microphone, refer to the information provided 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
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    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 sound in a setting free of background noise. To confirm or change the audio settings
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    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
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    to 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
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    discs as described in the following table. Optical drive type Write to CD-RW SuperMulti LightScribe Yes DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo with DL support Blu-ray Disc ROM with Yes LightScribe/SuperMulti Write to DVD±RW/R Write to DVD+RW DL Write label to LightScribe CD or DVD ±RW
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    . Selecting the right disc (CDs, DVDs, and BDs) An optical drive supports optical discs (CDs, DVDs, and BDs). CDs, used to store digital 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 CD-R
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    DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs to permanently store large amounts of information. After data is recorded, it cannot be erased or written over. DVD±RW discs Use DVD±RW discs if you want to be able to erase or write over data that you saved earlier. This type of disc is ideal for testing audio or
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    5. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place. 6. Close the disc tray. 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
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    the play/pause button, clicking the DVD icon, and then following the instructions on the screen. NOTE: To watch a high-definition movie, you installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information. 2. Click the arrow next to DVD/CD-ROM
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    . ● A CD-RW or DVD-RW is generally best for burning data files or for testing audio or video not support all DVD formats. Refer to the user guide that came with your DVD player for a list of supported formats . For specific instructions, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may
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    Removing a 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 by the
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    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
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    7 Troubleshooting The following sections describe several common issues and resolutions. The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD, a DVD, or a BD , tilt the disc carefully as you remove it. 4. Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case. 22 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
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    any required drivers. ● Click Properties to see if the device is working properly: -The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues. -Click the Driver tab to update, disable, or uninstall drivers for this device. A CD, DVD, or BD does not play ● Save your work
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    Color (16 bit), if this setting is not already selected. 4. Click OK. ◦ Disconnect external devices, such as a printer, scanner, camera, or handheld device. 24 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
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    get information about a multimedia question not covered in this guide, go to Start > Help and Support. The process of burning a CD or DVD does not 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
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    correct the problem, you may need to update your drivers using the procedures in the following sections. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
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    set up Windows Update, you will be prompted to enter settings before you can check for updates. 2. Click Check for Updates. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. A device driver must be reinstalled 27
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    8 Windows Media Player 8 speakers 2 SuperMulti LightScribe DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo with DL support 14 T troubleshooting burning discs 25 device driver 25 disc play 23, 24 DVD movie play 24 external display 25 HP device drivers 26 optical disc tray 22 optical drive detection 23 Windows drivers 26 28
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    V video, using 12 volume mute button 3 volume scroll zone 3 volume, adjusting 3 W webcam 2 webcam light 2 webcam, using 21 Index 29
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