HP Presario CQ40-600 Multimedia - Windows 7
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- HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 1
Multimedia User Guide - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 2
Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 3
Table of contents 1 Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia components 2 Using the DVD button software from a disc 7 3 Audio Connecting external audio devices ...9 Checking your audio functions ...9 4 Video Connecting an an optical disc (CD or DVD 21 6 Webcam (select models only) iii - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 4
tips ...23 Adjusting webcam properties ...23 7 Troubleshooting The optical disc tray does not playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 28 A device driver must be reinstalled ...28 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 29 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 29 Index - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 5
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 to music ● Integrated microphone for recording your own audio ● Integrated webcam that allows you to capture and share video ● - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 6
Webcam light (select models only) (3) Webcam (select models only) (4) Speakers (2) (5) Volume mute button (select models only) (6) Volume scroll zone (select models only) (7) Audio-in (microphone) jack (8) Audio powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. features - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 7
launches the DVD Play program. NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon password, you may be asked to log on to Windows. DVD Play opens after you log on. Refer to the DVD Play software Help for more information. Using the DVD button (select models only) 3 - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 8
button (3). ● Computer volume hotkeys-A combination of the fn (1) key and either the home (2), pg up (3), or pg dn (4) keys on the right side of the keyboard: Computer volume hotkeys: ◦ To mute or restore volume, press fn+home. ◦ To increase volume, press fn+pg up. ◦ To decrease volume, press fn+pg - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 9
● Windows® volume control: a. Click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far down. You can also mute the volume by clicking the Mute Speakers icon. If the Speakers icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps to add it: a. Right-click the Show hidden icons icon ( - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 10
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 play the previous track of an audio CD or the previous chapter of a DVD, press fn+f11 (5). ◦ To play the next track of an audio CD or the next chapter of - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 11
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 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: - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 12
to use a variety of audio features: ● Play music using 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 - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 13
● Be sure to install any drivers required by the external device. NOTE: A driver is a required program that acts like 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 - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 14
Video Your computer enables you to use a variety of video features: ● Watch movies ● Play games over the Internet ● Edit 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 - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 15
video or audio device to the HDMI port: 1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the computer. 2. Connect the other 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 devices - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 16
devices. 2. On the Playback tab, click either Digital Output or Digital Output Device (HDMI). 3. Click Set Default, and then click OK. To return audio to the computer speakers, follow these steps: 1. Right-click the Speakers icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 17
SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive ● Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive NOTE: Some of the drives listed above may not be supported by your computer. Identifying the installed optical drive 13 - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 18
drives listed may not be supported by your computer. The listed drives are not necessarily all of the supported optical drives. Some optical drives Yes Yes Yes CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of information, or loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 19
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 files ● Making weekly backups of hard drive files ● Updating photos, video, audio, and data continuously DVD±R discs Use blank DVD±R discs - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 20
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 Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 21
opens and asks how you want to use the media content. Choose DVD Play or Windows Media Player, both preinstalled on your computer. NOTE: After you insert a disc, a if you want to continue. If this message is displayed, click No. ● You may need to restart the CD or DVD to resume playback. Playing - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 22
. 6. Close the disc tray. 7. To launch the DVD playback feature: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > DVD Play. - or - ▲ On select models, press the DVD button on your computer. 8. Then click the DVD icon and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: To watch a high-definition movie, you must use DVD - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 23
setting on the DVD drive. The number of region changes remaining is displayed on the DVD Region tab. To change settings through the operating system: in the System area, click Device Manager. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 24
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 for a list of - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 25
Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD) 1. Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the media 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 Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 26
the following features: ● Video-Record and play back webcam video. You can also e-mail or upload video to YouTube, using the icon on the software interface. ● Streaming video-When you open your instant message program, YouCam displays a floating toolbar that lets you add graphic effects. ● Special - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 27
a video conversation. ● The webcam may not work properly across some network firewalls. NOTE: If you are having trouble viewing or sending multimedia files the shadows and highlights. A lower gamma setting makes grays look black, and makes dark colors even darker. ● Backlight Comp-Compensates in - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - 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 or DVD 1. accessible, 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 Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 29
installed hardware and installs 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. The computer - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 30
you want to continue. If this message is displayed, click No. After you click No, the computer resume. - or - ◦ The playback window in the multimedia program may close. To blank area of the computer desktop, and select Screen resolution. 2. Select Advanced Settings > Monitor tab. Troubleshooting - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 31
select Screen resolution. 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 - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 32
if necessary, and then verify that the drivers are once again listed. 7. Try running your program again. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you may need to update your drivers using the procedures in the following sections. 28 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 33
press enter, and follow the instructions provided. Proceed to step 6. 3. Click your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click the Windows 7 operating system. 5. When the list of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to open a window containing additional information. 6. Click Install - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 34
, connecting 10 R region codes, DVD 19 S speakers 2 T tips, webcam 23 troubleshooting disc burning 27 disc play 26 DVD movie play 27 external display 27 HP device drivers 29 optical disc tray 24 optical drive detection 25 Windows device drivers 29 V video, using 10 volume down button 4 volume down - HP Presario CQ40-600 | Multimedia - Windows 7 - Page 35
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