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- HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 1
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services are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP this device to communicate with other 802.11n WLAN devices. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 3
PC Information vi Welcome ...1 Features ...1 Cables and accessories...2 Front and right side of the HP TouchSmart PC 4 Left side of the HP TouchSmart PC 6 Back of the HP TouchSmart PC 7 Activity LED indicator lights...8 Connecting the Power Source ...9 Cable Management...9 Computer Stand ...10 - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 4
...39 Video playlists ...39 Transferring videos to the computer 39 Uploading videos to YouTube 40 Recording home movies ...40 Video chats and conference calls 40 HP TouchSmart Movie Themes 41 HP TouchSmart Calendar ...41 iv User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 5
...42 HP TouchSmart Clock ...42 HP TouchSmart Recipe Box...43 HP TouchSmart Twitter ...43 HP TouchSmart Netflix ...44 Live TV...44 HP TouchSmart Link ...44 Updating Software ...44 Software Quick Reference Table 44 Remote Control ...47 Using the remote control ...47 Software Troubleshooting and - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 6
find additional troubleshooting help. Upgrade or replace components of your computer. Find computer warranty information. Get technical support. Get up-to-date information and help from the Windows community. Learn how to make your computer adaptable to wall mounting. On the HP TouchSmart home page - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 7
. The interactive screen makes wall mounting a good choice for the HP TouchSmart PC. The hardware to adapt the computer for wall mounting (not computer may not exactly match the illustrations and descriptions in this guide. *** VESA mount adapter availability varies by country/region. Separate - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 8
and documentation Computers with TV tuners Infrared (IR) emitter cable Remote control Computers with wall-mounting option VESA plate adapter assembly 2 User Guide (Features may vary by model) Use to connect computer to power source. Use to control some functions and software, instead of using - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 9
Cables not included but that may be required Ethernet (LAN) cable Use to connect to a wired network. Coaxial cable S-Video cable Audio/video composite cable TV tuner (composite video to S-Video) adapter Use to connect to an Internet connection with a cable modem, or to connect the TV signal - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 10
and delightfully responsive. Experience the ease of managing your digital life by touch with the HP TouchSmart software. * High definition (HD) content is required to view HD images. Most current including more of the background. * Internet access required. 4 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 11
the internal location of the wireless LAN (top left and right, not visible externally). The wireless LAN supports IEEE 802.11 b/g/n. F Power/Sleep button Press the Power/Sleep button to turn on your HP TouchSmart PC, or to put it into Sleep mode. To turn off your computer, tap the Start button - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 12
Ambient Light button (select models only) The HP TouchSmart Ambient Light casts a glow from the computer directly from a memory card. Supported formats include Extreme Digital (xD), MS-Pro) memory cards. Your memory card reader also supports adapters for the following memory cards: Mini SD, RS- - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 13
Back of the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by model CD E B A F G K JI H port Connect to your home theater system or your surround sound digital (SPDIF Out) speakers. Supports 3.1, 4.1, and 5.1 speakers. E Audio Line Out Connect external 2.0 and 2.1 powered speakers. - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 14
C D G E F The following are the activity indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on your HP TouchSmart PC: LED What it does A Webcam Indicates webcam activity. B Power Indicates the power state: activity, and that a card has read/write capacity. 8 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 15
back of the computer. Plug the power cord into an AC power source through a surge protector/uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Cable Management The HP TouchSmart PC includes an easy-to-use cable-management feature; all cables connected at the back of the computer are routed through the opening in - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 16
your desktop, pull the computer stand open. Then, if you want to change the angle of the HP TouchSmart PC, hold each side of the computer and tilt it back to an angle of between 5 degrees (C) may result in damage to the hardware components. A B B C 10 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 17
mouse is in the On position (the keyboard does not have a Power switch). Then, turn on the computer. If you have trouble using the keyboard and mouse, manually synchronize them as explained in the next procedure. NOTE: Select models may have a wired keyboard and mouse. The keyboard is designed to - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 18
mouse (A). You may need to manually synchronize the wireless keyboard or mouse if they are not functioning. To synchronize them: Make sure the keyboard and mouse are next to the HP TouchSmart PC, within 30 cm and and mouse to the USB ports on your computer. 12 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 19
turn the Ambient Light on. Adding Hardware and Software HP TouchSmart PCs may not be compatible with all of the the Start button, and then tap Help and Support. 2 Tap Troubleshooting Tools, and then tap System Information. 3 Support Guide for the telephone number to contact HP Support. Welcome 13 - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 20
HP TouchSmart PC is designed to support point and Internet service are required and instructions. 4 Connect your computer to the network. NOTE: A DSL wall connection is shown here. If you have a cable modem, the modem will be connected to the wall using a coaxial cable. 5 Configure the HP TouchSmart - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 21
: 1 Purchase high-speed Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP). 2 Purchase a depending on the manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. 4 Connect the DSL cable (shown) modem and the router, and then shut down your HP TouchSmart PC and the computers you want to add to your - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 22
click Hardware and Sound. Find your Bluetooth device and follow the onscreen instructions. 3 If your Bluetooth device is a printer, tap the Start guide. See "Windows Media Center setup wizard" on page 19. 4 Point the remote control at the IR receiver on the lower-right side of the HP TouchSmart - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 23
source to the computer Select models only WARNING: Please read "Additional Safety Information" in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting your HP TouchSmart PC to the electrical power system. To connect a TV signal to the computer, your computer needs a TV tuner - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 24
(optional) You must connect an IR emitter (blaster) cable to the computer and your set-top box to use the remote control properly. 18 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 25
front of the HP TouchSmart PC (E), not at the set-top box. Windows Media Center setup wizard Select models only 1 Tap the Start button, tap All Programs, and then tap Windows Media Center. 2 Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your TV tuner and Windows Media Center TV program guide. For more - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 26
5.1 powered speakers Audio receiver Headphones NOTES: The HP TouchSmart PC supports powered speaker systems only. Powered speakers require speakers or audio receiver. If necessary, refer to the instructions that came with your speakers or audio receiver. NOTE: When Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 27
setting must be selected. Adjusting speaker volume Use the Volume buttons on the left side of the computer. If you are playing music in HP TouchSmart software, use the Volume controls from the Music application that remain onscreen in the upper-right of the screen. Use the Microsoft Volume icon - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 28
HP TouchSmart PC, or you can use a wireless printer. NOTE: The HP TouchSmart PC does not support printers that require a parallel printer connector. Connecting a printer that has a parallel port HP TouchSmart supports compatibility, go to www.hp.com/support 22 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 29
Power Settings Basic power settings help conserve energy or enhance computer performance. You can also customize power settings for your computer hardware. For example, you can set your computer to go to sleep after a specified period of inactivity. If the computer is in Sleep mode, it "wakes up," - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 30
your desk (or other stationary object) and the other to the security slot on the computer. Secure the security lock with the key. 24 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 31
TouchSmart with Safety and Comfort Before you begin using the computer, arrange the computer and your work area to maintain your comfort and productivity. Refer to the Safety & Comfort Guide for important ergonomic information: visit www.hp.com/ergo on the Web. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 32
Recycling Your Old Computer Hardware Disposing of electronic waste responsibly has been an HP priority for more than 20 years. If this computer is a replacement an older PC you no longer need, go to www.hp.com/go/recycle to find out how HP can help you dispose of your old computer with minimum impact - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 33
following table shows additional ways to access and navigate programs within HP TouchSmart: Action Go to HP TouchSmart homepage Description Tap the House icon to go to the HP TouchSmart homepage. Minimize or close HP TouchSmart Go back to a previous window Tap the Minimize (-) button or Close - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 34
in Canvas) using two fingers Use Windows Input Panel (onscreen keyboard) 28 User Guide (Features may vary by model) Description (continued) Tap the Windows 7 icon in the upper-left corner to minimize HP TouchSmart and go to the Microsoft Windows desktop. To quickly scroll left and right or - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 35
is not available in all languages. If your language is not available, you can use the onscreen keyboard to enter text. HP TouchSmart Tiles When you open HP TouchSmart software, you see a row of large tiles and a row of small tiles below that. Tiles are shortcuts to software programs, features - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 36
: 1 From the HP TouchSmart homepage, tap the Personalize button. 2 In the list of tiles, tap a tile that is disabled. 3 Tap Show in the Visibility field. 4 Tap Done to save your changes and return to the HP TouchSmart homepage. The tile you enabled is now visible. 30 User Guide (Features may vary - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 37
monitor your favorite Web sites as they change content throughout the day. The HP TouchSmart Browser supports only standard HTML pages. It does not support other display formats, such as RSS feeds. To view RSS feeds, use the HP TouchSmart RSS feed tile. If you are doing heavy Web surfing, and using - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 38
the right pane. When you make a slideshow of your photos, rotate your photos so each photo appears in its correct orientation. From HP TouchSmart, you can access photos stored anywhere on your hard drive. HP TouchSmart Photo supports the .jpg file format. 32 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 39
an existing folder, or create a new folder, and then with your fingertip, drag and drop the pictures you want into the folder. 6 Return to the HP TouchSmart view by tapping the house icon in the taskbar. 7 Open the Photos tile. 8 Tap Folders in the top menu, and select the folder where you - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 40
you have not downloaded iTunes. HP TouchSmart Music supports the following music file formats: .mp3, .wma, .wav, .aac, .m4p, and .m4a. NOTE: You must install iTunes (not included) and create an account to enable HP TouchSmart to support .m4p and .m4a file formats. 34 User Guide (Features may vary by - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 41
with iTunes. You can see all files from the music folder you chose in HP TouchSmart Music. Moving songs from iTunes into HP TouchSmart Music HP TouchSmart can play music from only one music library at a time. HP TouchSmart Media Library is the default library. To access songs from iTunes (not - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 42
playlist by simply dragging songs to the Playlist window. 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Music tile. 2 Select Album, and then After you create a playlist and save it, you can clear the playlist window by tapping Clear All. NOTE: Up to 500 songs can be added to Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 43
), you can search for music by What's New, Genres, Channel Guide (radio stations), Playlists, or your own custom playlists. You can on your hard drive. HP TouchSmart Video supports the following video file formats: .mpg, .mpeg, .dvr-ms, .wmv, .asf, and .avi. * HP supports the lawful use of - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 44
instant messaging software (download the instant messaging software of your choice; it is not included with HP TouchSmart). The webcam (A) and microphones (B) are at the top center of the computer. To adjust tap the Help icon (?) to access the Help menu. 38 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 45
computer by using a USB connector, and follow the onscreen instructions to transfer videos to your hard drive. Or Download videos from the Internet. 2 After you add your videos to the computer, view them in HP TouchSmart Video. HP TouchSmart Video can play videos stored anywhere on your hard drive - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 46
HP TouchSmart Video. 1 Open HP TouchSmart, and select the Video tile. 2 Select Dates or Folders. 3 Tap the video you want to upload to YouTube. 4 Tap Upload to YouTube. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions onscreen instructions to not be included with HP TouchSmart. Before you can of HP TouchSmart). The - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 47
the tile to open it, and view your options, such as a classic black and white look, or a science fiction look and feel. HP TouchSmart Calendar HP TouchSmart Calendar is a calendar where you manage your (and your family's) schedule. You can view and print scheduled events. In the Calendar tile, you - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 48
Your City box. 5 Select Fahrenheit or Celsius. 6 Tap OK to confirm the settings. Tap the House icon to return to the HP TouchSmart homepage. HP TouchSmart Clock Personalize your TouchSmart clock to show the time for one, two, or three different time zones. 42 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 49
do not need to refer to a recipe; you get it all by the HP TouchSmart voice instruction. The instructions stop after each line, so you can complete the procedure at your own pace. When you say the command to Start, the guide gives you the recipe, but stops after each line until you say Continue - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 50
guide so you can easily find TV programs. Use the digital video recorder (DVR) function to record your favorite shows.* HP TouchSmart Link With TouchSmart HP TouchSmart PC using Bluetooth wireless technology that comes with the mobile phone. HP TouchSmart Link works with mobile phones that support - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 51
to friends and family. CyberLink LabelPrint Print labels to attach directly to a disc. Create song title inserts for your CD cases. CyberLink PowerDirector HP Advisor Record movie files to create VCDs and DVDs that you can play on some DVD players. Copy and share video files. Capture video - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 52
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Using the remote control Select models only Remote Control The remote control works with Windows Media Center and other software. This remote control helps you navigate on the computer just as a TV remote control helps you navigate cable TV options or control the playback of a movie in a DVD - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 54
a Teletext menu. 4 Red - Opens a Teletext menu. 5 Guide - Opens the Television Program Guide. 6 Recorded TV - (Windows Media Center only) Opens the recorded characters on that button. Press Enter to select a character. 19 Clear - Deletes the last character entered. 20 LED - Activity indicator light - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 55
22 Yellow - Opens a Teletext menu. 23 Blue - Opens a Teletext menu. 24 Live TV - (Windows Media Center only) Displays the full-screen view of live TV. Moves a TV program forward to the end of the pause buffer and resumes playing live TV. 25 OK - Selects the desired action or window option and acts - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 56
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not solve your problem: 1 Click HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Or To revert to an earlier version of a driver, click Rollback Driver, and then follow the onscreen instructions. Software Troubleshooting - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 58
use before the current software problem existed. The feature does this . 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. To manually add restore points: 1 instructions. For more information about software restore points: 1 Click the Start button, and then click Help and Support Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 59
, click Next, and follow the onscreen instructions. 5 When you have finished reinstalling, restart your disc recording software, you may need to manually enable this feature (refer to the software computer is working properly. If you encounter problems with your computer later, you can restore - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 60
Start button, All Programs, Recovery Manager, and then tap Recovery Disc Creation. If prompted, tap Yes to allow the program to continue. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions. Label each disc as you make it (for example, Recovery 1, Recovery 2). 4 Store the recovery discs in a safe place. 54 User - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 61
discs that you create. 4 Through recovery discs purchased from HP Support. To purchase recovery discs, go to www.hp.com/support and visit the Software & Driver downloads page for your computer 5 Under I need help immediately, tap System Recovery. Software Troubleshooting and System Recovery 55 - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 62
hard drive, select Run program from disc, and then click Next. 6 Under I need help immediately, click Factory Reset. 7 If you are prompted to back up your files, and you have not done so, select Back up the system. 10 Click Finish to restart the computer. 56 User Guide (Features may vary by model) - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 63
diagnostics, and guided assistance. To open HP Support Assistant, tap the Start button, All Programs, HP, and then tap HP Support Assistant. Windows 7 Troubleshooting Tools Windows 7 provides troubleshooting tools that can automatically troubleshoot and fix common computer problems. To access - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 64
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13 audio Line In connector 6 Line Out connector 7 troubleshooting 20 Windows Media Center 22 B backup 53 backup discs, creating 53 Bluetooth antenna features 4 using 16 Browser tile 31 button computer power/sleep 5 DVD control 5 HP TouchSmart 5 C cable management 9 Calendar tile 41 camera distance - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 66
lock 7, 24 keyboard and mouse about 11 receiver LED 8 receiver location 7 troubleshooting 12 L LAN (local area network) 14 antenna features 5 connecting to the LED 8 using with HP TouchSmart 47 repairing software 51 repetitive strain injury (RSI), see Safety & Comfort Guide resolution, monitor 4 - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 67
21 connecting digital or audio receiver 20 features 5 support information vi support tutorials vi, 31 S-Video adapter 18 S-Video cable viewing hidden 30 touch screen accessing and navigating 29 cleaning 25 features 4 TouchSmart Link tile 44 tutorials vi, 31 Tutorials tile 31 TV connecting 17 tuner - HP TouchSmart 300-1120 | User Guide (European English Only) - Page 68
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