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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. HP in the United States and/or other countries/regions. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 3
Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video 6 Connecting Other Devices 8 Storing Documentation Modem 10 Connecting Speakers or Microphone 11 Sound Connector Types 11 Connecting a Microphone 14 audio speakers 20 Connecting your home stereo system (optional 21 2.1 home stereo installation 22 - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 4
headphones 28 Using a 5.1 to 7.1 speaker system with headphones 28 Connecting Speakers Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card 28 Connecting the speakers 29 Connecting the FlexiJack connector 30 Getting Help 31 Finding Support and Information 31 Finding Guides on the Web 31 Using - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 5
55 Adjusting speaker volume 55 Selecting a microphone 56 Configuring audio output 57 Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card 57 Configuring the FlexiJack connector 58 Sound Blaster X-Fi configuration modes 58 Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager 60 The - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 6
Antivirus Software 75 Opening AVG software 75 Manually running a system scan 76 Scheduling a full system scan time 76 Setting up a custom the Memory Card Reader 93 Media Insertion Guide 94 Understanding the Activity Light 96 Formatting a Memory Card 96 Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 7
radio 103 Sharing your digital memories 103 Transforming your living space 107 Using Windows Media Center power settings 109 Playing CDs, from the music library 115 Using supported music file types 115 Playing Music Center to play DVDs 124 Troubleshooting poor playback when playing DVDs 124 - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 8
DVDs in Windows Media Center 150 Playing Videos in Windows Media Center 150 Playing digital videos 151 Using supported video file types 151 Transferring and Recording Video Files 152 Recording analog and digital video files 152 Creating a DVD from Video Files in Windows Media Center 152 Index - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 9
for your new location before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet. WARNING: Please read "Safety Information" in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting the computer to the electrical power system. Putting the Computer Together Follow the steps on the setup - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 10
All Blackbird 002 systems ship with a base stabilizer (computer stand), which you must install when you set up your computer. Once you install the base stabilizer, the system meets safety standards for product stability in either floor-standing or desktop-mounted setups. See the instructions for - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 11
(eSATA) connector enables SATA hard disk drives to be attached externally. For more information, see the motherboard documentation. NOTE: An eSATA connection requires its own power connector. Four DVI (Digital video output) connectors to connect a TV or monitor. You may need to use a VGA-to-DVI or - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 12
connectivity for audio/video devices, storage power LED. Power switch to be turned on before the power button on the front of the computer is pressed. Power button. Press the power button after the power switch on the back of the computer is turned on. LAN 1 and LAN 2 (RJ-45) connectors. Supported - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 13
first, and make sure the standby power LED is off. Failure to do so may cause injury or severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Using DVI Connectors with SLI Technology The computer models that include dual graphics cards come configured with Scalable Link Interface (SLI - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 14
Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video) The following instructions apply only to digital photo cameras and digital video cameras. NOTE: When connecting an analog video camera to the computer, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front or back of the computer. Refer to the documentation - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 15
and install driver software, and then follow any onscreen instructions to install the software. If the computer does not recognize the digital photo camera or the digital video camera: 1 Click the Windows Start Button® Control Panel. on the taskbar, and then click 2 Click System and Maintenance - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 16
ports. These peripheral devices include printers, scanners, video cameras, digital photo cameras, memory card readers, and PDAs (personal digital assistants) or computer user manuals and warranty information in an easy-to-find, safe location. It is a good idea to store the system recovery discs - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 17
5 Click Yes, if it is present. 6 Click OK. NOTE: You can connect more than one display device (CRT monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, and so on) to the computer at a time (select models only). You can quickly change which device displays the computer desktop by pressing Alt+F5. Each time you press Alt - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 18
Ethernet) Connection The Ethernet connection, which may be called network interface adapter, Network Interface Card, or NIC, provides a high-speed or broadband connection to an Ethernet (10BaseT) or Internet, see "Connecting to the Internet" in this guide. 10 Getting Started (features vary by model) - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 19
HP Support Web site, go to: http://www.hp.com/support For details about connecting stereo speakers to the computer, see the setup poster. NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button or power cord) or active (power button or power cord). Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 20
type, as noted in the instructions. NOTE: Type 3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card. Sound connector Illustration Three connectors Your computer model may include three sound connectors. You can connect up to a 5.1 audio system to the computer. Six connectors - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 21
sound connectors on the back panel of computer systems. Sound connector Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description Line Side (gray) connects to side left and right analog speakers in an eight-speaker system Line In devices or a microphone. The FlexiJack supports two functions. You must select either the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 22
six connectors. Type S has audio card. Connecting a Microphone Your computer HP computers support many different audio options, sound sound output. For more details about connecting stereo speakers to the computer, see the setup poster. This chapter describes the most typical options. Your system - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 23
sold separately. Refer to the product documentation for your speakers. Your computer supports only an active (powered) speaker system. An active speaker system must have its own power cord. A home audio system does not require active speakers, because the receiver provides amplification. Connecting - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 24
. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the cable to the audio system. For 2.1 speakers that system. 6 Plug in the speaker system power. 7 Turn on the speaker system. Step 8 is optional for a two-speaker setup. 8 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 25
Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S Type 3: See "Configuring speakers with - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 26
NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S For type 3-connector systems, the blue Audio Line In connector functions as a Rear Line Out when a multichannel - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 27
system. 8 Plug in the speaker system power. 9 Turn on the speaker system. 10 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound audio." Type S (audio card): See "Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card." The following diagram shows a - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 28
computer. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before the speaker system. 9 Connect the speaker system to the power. 10 Turn on the speaker system. 11 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. 20 Getting Started (features - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 29
input 2 Black Rear audio input 3 Orange Center/subwoofer audio input 4 Gray Side audio input (not shown) Connecting your home stereo system (optional) Most home receivers/amplifiers have RCA-type input connectors. You must connect Y adapter cables between your computer and your receiver - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 30
left and right input. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. A B C E C DE Computer to 2.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type 6, or sound card) B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier (audio input jacks) D Subwoofer - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 31
on a receiver/amplifier. This is only a suggested configuration. Your system may be different. A B C F E C D G Computer to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type 6, or sound card) B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier (audio input jacks - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 32
3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 5.1 Channel inputs on the back of the receiver/amplifier (6/5.1 or higher-channel system). Plug the Y adapter cable into the subwoofer connector on the back - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 33
speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager." Type S (audio card): See "Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card." 7.1 home audio installation The following diagram shows a typical advanced home theater system with an eight-channel 8/7.1 speaker installation that requires - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 34
3 has three connectors. Type 6 has six connectors. Type S has audio card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 7.1 Channel inputs inputs on the back of the receiver/amplifier (8/7.1 or higher-channel system). Connect the Y adapter cable to the subwoofer connector on the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 35
before the speaker system. 4 Connect the speaker system to the power. 5 Turn on the speaker system. 6 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options." Audio card with digital output - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 36
system, a headphones connector is located on the right side of the control tower. If the control tower displays HP (for headphones), the headphones are enabled; the sound Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card This section provides an overview of connecting to the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi sound card. - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 37
to your speakers: 1 Use the audio connection table to connect your audio system to the sound card. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Plug in and turn on the speaker system power. After connecting the speaker system to the sound card, follow the steps in "Configuring the FlexiJack connector" to configure the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 38
Connecting the FlexiJack connector The FlexiJack connector performs three functions: Digital Input/Output Line In Microphone You must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher. NOTE: If you are using the FlexiJack as your Digital In connection and you want to connect digital speakers as - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 39
You can find troubleshooting support and information specific for your computer by using the Internet to access the HP Blackbird Web site. Go to http://www.hp.com/blackbird and http://www.hp.com/blackbird/support in your Web browser. Finding Guides on the Web You can find guides and information for - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 40
Support Center (select models only). Here, you can find links to driver updates, access to technical support options, and information about commonly asked questions. To open the Help and Support do the following: View the computer system information, such as memory usage, drive capacity and CPU usage - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 41
power LED is off. Failure to do so may cause injury or severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. After making all the connections, replace the system case on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Call HP Support for assistance. Turning On the Computer for the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 42
6 At power on, hold down the Delete key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the BIOS setup instructions in the printed guide for the motherboard that came with the computer. 7 Turn on the speakers, if they are present. 8 Set up the computer by following the onscreen instructions. If prompted, select the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 43
back of the computer must be set to the powered on position in order to use the power and the reset buttons. Using Shut Down For best results, when using Windows Vista, turn off the computer without pressing any buttons on the computer chassis. NOTE: For information on the Windows Start Button , see - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 44
Internet automatically, if you set it to do so. To put the computer into Sleep mode manually: Press the Sleep button on the keyboard, if it is present. Or 1 Click the Windows Start Button 2 Click the Power button. Or on the taskbar. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 45
as an advanced power setting. When the computer is in Hibernate mode, it saves to the hard disk drive everything that is in computer memory, turns off the power management settings. 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click System and Maintenance. 4 Click Power - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 46
or Away mode: a Click Change advanced power settings. b Click the plus sign (+) next the operating system and software in its memory. Restarting is line). Check with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for specific Setting Up the Computer" chapter of this guide to make the hardware connections: for - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 47
you already have an account with an ISP, skip this step and follow the instructions provided by the ISP. 2 Connect to the Internet. You must connect through , click All Programs, click User Guides, and then click Safety & Comfort Guide. Or Type http://www.hp.com/ergo into the Web browser address - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 48
users, change passwords, change system-wide settings, access all files on the computer, and install software and drivers that are compatible with Windows software for certain users Drawbacks to multiple user accounts: More memory (RAM) usage Multiple Temporary Internet Files folders to remove during - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 49
your information. Passwords can be set in the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system on the computer. CAUTION: To avoid being locked out of the and store it in a secure place. Use the following list as a basic guide when choosing a password: Choose a password that is easy for you to remember - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 50
of up to eight letters and numbers, and it is not case sensitive. A password must be set and entered with the same box in the Help and Support Center. Password Function Windows computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, software programs, or utilities, or cause them - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 51
service. Instructions for using and updating AVG software, and for purchasing extended update service and Support Center problem permanently, reconfigure the firewall. Configuring the computer for automatic Microsoft software updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. HP - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 52
Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to your system. If you update the system weekly, or even monthly, the time required for download option makes the computer more vulnerable to security threats and performance problems and is not recommended. 7 Click OK. Installing critical security - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 53
software that is compatible with the computer; check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed for the new software. Install the c Click Help and Support. d Click Recover factory settings. e Choose an option, and then follow the onscreen instructions. For antivirus software, - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 54
computer by using media such as CDs or DVDs, memory sticks, or personal media drives. You can also copy on the taskbar. 2 Click Help and Support. 3 Type transfer files into the Search Click Windows Easy Transfer. 6 Follow the onscreen instructions in the Windows Easy Transfer wizard to transfer - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 55
information about using the keyboard, customizing keyboard buttons, and using any special keyboard keys. You may need to install keyboard software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the keyboard. Your computer may include either a standard keyboard or a wireless keyboard - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 56
, right, and left. You can use these keys instead of the mouse to move the cursor for navigation on a Web page, in a document, or in a game. 48 Getting Started (features vary by model) - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 57
a basic calculator. When the Num Lock light on the keyboard is off, the numeric keys are directional keys used to move the cursor or play games. Keyboard indicators Each keyboard indicator is a light labeled with a name or with an icon for its status: Icon Name Description Num Lock When lit - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 58
Up and Down buttons control speaker volume: Press the Volume Up button to increase volume and the Volume Down button to decrease volume. Turns speaker sound on and off. Or 50 Getting Started (features vary by model) - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 59
mouse, customizing mouse buttons, and using special buttons or features that are included with the mouse. You may need to install mouse software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the mouse. Your computer includes a mouse for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 60
To select sequential items in a list or group, click the first item in the list, and then press and hold the Shift key on the keyboard while you click the last item. To select non-sequential items, click the first item, and then press and hold the Ctrl key on the keyboard while you click the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 61
To change the double-click speed of the right mouse button: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Mouse. 5 Click the Buttons tab. 6 In the Double-click speed area, use the slider to adjust the double-click speed - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 62
down the mouse button. To turn on the ClickLock option: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, if it is present. 4 Click Mouse. 5 Click the Buttons tab. 6 In the ClickLock area, place a check in the Turn on ClickLock check box. 7 Click - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 63
"Connecting Speakers or Microphone." NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button or power cord) or active (power button or power cord). Your computer supports only active (powered) speaker systems; the speaker system must have its own power cord. A stereo speaker set is a left-right, two-channel - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 64
you do not need to perform this procedure. 1 Right-click the white Microsoft Volume icon on the taskbar, and then click Recording Devices. The Sound window opens. 2 Select the Recording tab. 3 Double-click Microphone, and select the General tab. 4 Click the microphone connector that you want to use - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 65
software that applies to your computer model: Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality Speaker Settings Configuration (audio card) Windows Media Center (all systems) Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card This section provides an overview of configuring and recording - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 66
, select either Digital I/O or Mic-In/Line-In. 5 Close the window. Sound Blaster X-Fi configuration modes The Sound Blaster X-Fi audio card includes three modes: Audio Creation Mode, Entertainment Mode, and Game Mode. The main functions, such as speaker configuration, equalizer, and volume control - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 67
and music. Available features: Configuring speakers and headphones Configuring surround sound, DTS, and THX Volume, bass, and treble controls Mixer settings Using Game Mode The Game Mode optimizes the audio card for playing games. Available features: Volume, bass, and treble controls Mixer settings - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 68
Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Realtek HD Audio Manager. The window opens. NOTE: You must have a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later. 60 Getting Started - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 69
: Enables fine control over the recording volume and playback volume of the microphone. Includes buttons for noise suppression and acoustic echo cancellation. Configuring Speaker and Sound Options 61 - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 70
. You can select an environment, such as Stone Room or Auditorium. Under Equalizer, you can either click a preset button, such as Pop or Live, or manually adjust the settings and then save them for easy selection later. 62 Getting Started (features vary by model) - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 71
Audio In connector, complete the following steps to select it: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, and then Realtek HD Audio Manager. 4 Click the Line In tab. 5 Click Digital In tab, and then select Set Default Device. 6 Click OK to - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 72
-panel headphone or speaker connection. You must configure multistreaming audio for the system if you want to hear two audio sources on separate speakers. Audio output documentation for information about setting up powered speakers or your AV receiver. 64 Getting Started (features vary by model) - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 73
hard disk drives, DVDs, CDs, USB drives, HP Personal Media Drives, or any connected device. Play gaming: You hear 5.1 game sound on AV receiver or powered speakers. You also hear gaming conversation on a headset. See "Example 1: For online gaming." 2 For digital home entertainment: You hear DVD sound - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 74
front Headphone Out (green) connector A microphone to the front Mic In (pink) connector for online conversation A set of powered stereo 5.1 or 7.1 speakers to the rear Speaker Out connectors for gaming sound output 2 Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar to open the Realtek HD Audio - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 75
the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Sounds and Audio Devices (or Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices). The Sounds and Audio Devices window opens. 4 Click the Audio tab. 5 Under Sound Recording, select a recording device, such as Realtek HD Front Pink Jack. 6 Click - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 76
. If this is the case, click the Volume icon on the taskbar, and increase the system volume. Reconfigure the sound software for surround sound. Reinstall the audio card drivers by using application reinstallation program; refer to the Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide that came with the computer - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 77
You can find information on using software and on the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system in this guide and the onscreen Help. For Microsoft Windows Vista, you can also open the built-in Help and Support Center. Press the Help button (labeled with a question-mark icon) on your keyboard (select - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 78
Windows Start Button Start menu, you can: on the taskbar to open the Start menu. From the Open programs or documents. Open the Help and Support Center. Start a search. Open the Control Panel to view or change settings. Using the All Programs menu To find the software programs on your computer - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 79
, the mouse, the modem, a network connection, and other components and features of the computer. The Control Panel also provides tools for changing system performance, adding hardware, adding or removing programs, and other tasks. To open the Control Panel: 1 Click the Windows Start Button 2 Click - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 80
connect a digital image source, such as a digital camera or a digital video camera, to the computer either directly or through a docking station. Digital picture devices use memory cards, or media, to store digital picture files. You can copy digital picture files from the memory cards used by - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 81
with each other through telephone lines, digital services, or cable lines. Each Internet computer is and groups have created millions of Web sites in support of their activities. A Web site consists of one http://www.name.extension (for example, http://www.hp.com). The URL may include the path to a - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 82
to the Internet, your browser opens the home Web page. You can go to a different Web site by entering its address (such as http://www.hp.com) into the address box in the browser, and then pressing Enter on your keyboard. Or you can use the browser search feature to search - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 83
means that any unrated page, even Help and Support or Internet Explorer, is not viewable if the system, software programs, or computer utilities. Antivirus software can detect most viruses, remove them, and, in most cases period by purchasing an extended update service. Opening AVG software When you - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 84
, press F1 on your keyboard to open the AVG Help window. Manually running a system scan To scan all hard drives on your computer for viruses and take several minutes. If a virus is found, AVG removes it or provides instructions for removal. 3 When the scan is complete, click Close. AVG lists - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 85
several minutes. If a virus is found, AVG will remove it or provide instructions for its removal. 5 When the scan is complete, click Close. AVG lists you to send and receive letters, pictures, postcards, and even music and video clips. NOTE: E-mail may contain a virus in the message itself or as - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 86
click Next. 6 Follow the onscreen instructions to add your account. Using the e-mail program provided by your ISP Follow the instructions provided by your ISP to install and play CDs. Record data CDs. Import and edit video files. Record video CDs and DVDs. Organize digital media files. The following - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 87
Play DVD movies and video CDs (VCDs). Play computer. Copy video files. Verify video files. Capture video files. Edit video video, and other and video files to create a video project , .asf, or .wma; video files such as .wmv, .asf, .avi, and .wmv (Windows Media Video) files. NOTE: You - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 88
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in a digital camera. A file can be a document, picture, music, video, or other data. Almost everything that you do on the computer involves working with copy files to other storage media within component drives, such as diskettes, memory cards, CDs or DVDs, or it can send them to output devices, - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 90
Creating Folders 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Or Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Explorer. 2 Navigate to the location where you want to place the new folder. 3 Click Organize, and then click New Folder. 4 Type a name - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 91
Finding Files To find a file, you can use the Search box at the top of every folder, or the search box on the Windows Start Button menu, which searches the whole computer. To search from a folder Search box: 1 Click the Windows Start Button Or on the taskbar, and then click Computer. Click the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 92
retrieve it from the Recycle Bin. When a file is deleted, it goes to the Recycle Bin and stays there until the Recycle Bin is emptied manually or it is cleared to make room for more recently deleted files. 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop. 2 Right-click the file - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 93
. In many cases, the computer automatically finds the necessary printer driver for your particular printer to work with the computer. If it does not, follow the instructions that came with the printer to install the specific printer driver manually. You can print text and graphics from most software - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 94
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Using CD and DVD Media Drives Using the CD and DVD Drives Your computer can come with several types of CD or DVD drives that allow you to perform different tasks. What you can do depends on what kind of drive you have. Allows you to: Read data from CDs. Play music CDs. Read DVDs. Record (burn) - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 96
discs in the drives. Using non-standard discs, such as heart-shaped discs or business-card discs, may damage the drive. To insert a CD or DVD: 1 With the that does not include a disc tray. 2 Remove the CD or DVD from its case, holding the disc edges or center hole only. 3 Gently place the disc in the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 97
because the drive does not include a disc tray. 3 Place the disc in its case. 4 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the computer. Compatibility ROM drives. The DVDs that you create are compatible with some DVD video players and with most computer DVD-ROM drives. CD-R discs are - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 98
hard disk drive capacity. Actual formatted capacity is less. For the latest disc compatibility information for your computer, go to the HP Support Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support NOTE: Double-layer DVD technology is supported by select models only. 90 Getting Started (features vary by model) - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 99
data No or music to disc for storage or backup. Yes No View DVD No movies. No Yes Record DVD No movies. No No Play games. Yes Yes Yes Create No LightScribe label. No No Play No Blu-ray DVD. No No Play No HD DVD. No No Record No data - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 100
disc recording (burning) program for different types of data storage, such as video, music, pictures, and other data. This program enables you to record data DVD discs. NOTE: The BD HD DVD+RW/+R drive does not support recording high-definition data to disc. For more information about using these - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 101
Storage Device selected. Doing so removes the operating system recognition of the memory card reader from your computer, and you must restart the computer to see your memory card reader again. To use the memory card reader: 1 Insert the media into the card slot until it stops. The activity light - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 102
CAUTION: Do not try to remove media when the activity light is blinking. Doing so may cause loss of data. Media Insertion Guide 4-slot memory card reader (select models only) A Activity light B Upper-left slot C Lower-left slot D Upper-right slot E Lower-right slot 94 Getting Started (features vary - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 103
Reduced size MultiMediaCard (RSMMC)* MultiMediaCard Plus (MMC +)* MultiMediaCard Mobile (MMC Mobile)* Memory Stick (MS) memory card Memory Stick (MS-Pro) memory card Memory Stick (MS-Pro Duo) memory card* Memory Stick (MS-Duo) memory card* Insert the media Facing up Facing up Receptacle edge (holes - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 104
, you may need to format the card before using it. NOTE: Some memory cards have a lock position. To view or edit your picture files, make sure that the memory card is in the unlocked position. 1 Format the memory card in your digital camera. Follow the instructions that came with your digital camera - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 105
when the activity light is not blinking, and shine a flashlight into the empty slot. If any of the pins are bent, replace the memory card reader, or have the computer serviced if a pin is touching another pin. To straighten slightly bent pins, use the tip of a fine-point retracted ballpoint pen with - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 106
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and view photos with a single remote control (select models only). Combine the powerful features of your computer with a home theater receiver to enjoy an even definition displays. With the new onscreen layout of your photos, music, and videos, you can now see up to three times more content on a - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 108
Windows Media Center Setup, and then Run Setup Again. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the wizard. The following are some of the items that are download the Television Program Guide if your computer came with a TV tuner. NOTE: You must subscribe to an Internet Service Provider to have an - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 109
brightness, contrast, color, and centering. Test and adjust the display settings of the monitor, TV, or other display. Use the Windows Media Center video to help you change onscreen centering, sizing, aspect ratio (shape), brightness, contrast, color, and sharpness of the display with either the TV - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 110
. It is possible to browse through your pictures, watch videos, and play music while using other Windows programs. With Windows Media Center, you can : Play back your digital videos. View your digital pictures or play them as a slide show with music. - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 111
video subscription services may not be available in all countries/regions. Open specific windows in Windows Media Center by using the shortcut buttons on the remote control. Easily back up your media files to CD, DVD, or another hard disk drive, such as the HP Personal Media Drive and HP memories - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 112
have been imported from your video recorder. Windows Media Center has built-in support for high-definition video. Whether you are watching a DVD movie or your own home videos, Windows Media Center delivers a rich viewing experience with a high-quality digital sound system. Sit back, and enjoy the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 113
Using the Windows Media Center menu bars When you move the mouse, the Windows Media Center menu bars appear. These menu bars allow you to access: Media controls (play, fast-forward, rewind, stop, and others). The back arrow. Window-control icons (minimize, maximize, and close). The Windows Media - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 114
If you have media playing, such as music or a slide show, it appears in an inset window in the lower-left corner. To switch from watching media in the inset window to watching it in full-screen mode, use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the arrow keys on the keyboard to select it, and then - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 115
the computer in a power-reduced or Sleep mode. for viewing your pictures and slide shows, and for controlling sound and the display of all of the Windows Media Center windows to select an option, or follow the onscreen instructions. 5 Select Save to save your changes. Windows Media Center Settings - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 116
Limited Warranty and Support Guide, and search for your model's name and number. The product model is on the lower front of the computer. To find the online documentation for your product, search for your model number, and then click Manuals. NOTE: Information and guides are associated with specific - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 117
settings: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click Power Options. 4 Select the Balanced, Power saver, or High performance option. 5 Click Change plan settings. 6 Click the drop-down arrow next to turn off the display to - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 118
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, DVDs, or VCDs This section describes how to play CDs, DVDs, or VCDs by using Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, or other audio and video programs. This section also describes using Music and radio, and changing DVD and audio settings. Using Music The Music area in Windows Media Center is - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 120
library. Delete songs from a music library or a queue list. Burn your favorite songs to CDs. Back up your music tracks to a DVD or to an HP Personal Media Drive or other storage device. Listen to Internet Radio (select models only). Search music tracks and files. Organize your music by artist, album - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 121
Using the music library Adding music to the music library When you add music files to the music library, they are placed into the music library in the Windows Media Center and the Windows Media Player. The added music files can immediately be found and played back using Music in Windows Media Center - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 122
music library. 7 Click Copy CD. The first time that you copy a music CD, you must select the copy-protection option, and then follow any onscreen instructions. 8 After selecting the choices for copy options in the next few windows, click Next. 9 Click Yes to begin copying tracks to the music library - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 123
music file types You can play the following types of digital audio files in Music. Refer to Windows Media Player Help for more information about supported file types. Playing Music Files in Windows Media Center To open Windows Media Center, select Music by scrolling up or down in the Windows Media - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 124
If you insert a music CD when Windows Media Center is not open, the AutoPlay window appears and lists various options. You can select the Audio CD options by using the Windows Media Center or Windows Media Player. If you have another program set as the default audio player, Windows opens the program - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 125
Playing an album in Windows Media Center 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Music. 3 Click music library. 4 Insert a music CD into the CD drive. 5 Click albums. 6 Select the album that you want to play. 7 Click Play Album. Playing a song in - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 126
2 Use the Back button on the remote control or the Backspace key on the keyboard to go back to the songs, albums, or playlists menus if you want to select more songs to add to the queue list. Repeat step 1. Or click the mouse on the left arrow on the top left of the screen to go back. 3 After you - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 127
3 In the now playing window, you can also select: View Queue to view an ordered list of all tracks that will be played on the album. Visualize to view a moving picture while listening to a song. Play Slide Show to play a slide show while the album is playing. Shuffle to rearrange the play order. - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 128
Creating a Playlist in Windows Media Center A playlist is a customized list of songs that you can keep to play later or record to a CD. Using playlists, you can group various digital music files together and determine the order in which you want the files to play. You can create a playlist that - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 129
6 Click play all. 7 Click View Queue. 8 Click Save As Playlist, and give the playlist a name. 9 Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter a name for the playlist, and then click Save. Copying Music Files to CD in Windows Media Center To copy the music files to CD: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 130
7 Use the arrow keys to scroll through songs. You can select more songs by clicking albums, playlists, and other music menu options. A check mark appears next to the song when it is selected. Press the Back button on the remote control or click Add More in the Review & Edit List to select more songs - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 131
If the dialog window does not appear, click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click All Programs, and then click HP DVD Play or DVD Play BD/HD, or Power Cinema depending on the type of DVD drive and computer model that you have. 3 Use the controls in the DVD program - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 132
Troubleshooting poor playback when playing DVDs If you experience poor playback, such as skipping, when playing DVDs with DVD Play or Power the TV + Movies menu, and then select HP DVD Play. c Use the DVD controls to end computer graphics (video) card and increasing computer memory may also improve - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 133
region only. If the country/region code locks and you need help, contact Support. Playing DVD Movies in Windows Media Center (Select models only) Watching DVDs after a few seconds. Or If the DVD is already in the drive, select HP DVD Play. The DVD movie begins playing in full-screen mode. 3 If a DVD - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 134
4 To stop playing the DVD, press Stop on the remote control or move the mouse to display the media controls, and then click the Stop button. 5 Move the mouse for other icons to appear. NOTE: To view additional controls, click the right mouse button. A window pops up, displaying additional options - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 135
4 When you find the language you want, click Save. 5 To return to the main settings window, press the Backspace key on the keyboard or press the Back button on the remote control, or click the left arrow on the top left of the screen. Changing DVD closed captioning You can change the DVD closed - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 136
click Windows Media Center. 2 From the Tasks menu, click settings. 3 Click TV. 4 Click Audio. The TV Audio window opens. 5 Select the speaker and sound options. Select the speaker output and the channel mode, if applicable. Click Save. Playing DVDs with Windows Media Player The computer must have - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 137
Play DVDs, Videos, High-Definition through the DVD Play BD/HD DVD software. CPU power is dedicated to support HD DVD and Blu-ray playback functions. It is recommended do not constitute defects in the product. Flawless playback on all systems is not guaranteed. For some HD-DVD and Blu-ray titles to - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 138
in the DVD program to play the DVD. NOTE: To use the DVD Play controls, you must use the mouse. NOTE: The Advanced Access Content System (AACS) key that DVD Play uses must be updated every seventeen months in order for it to play DVD titles. For more information about playing - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 139
may have to scroll down in the window to see all available programs. 2 Use the controls in the VCD program to play the VCD. Playing video CDs (VCDs) with Windows Media Player To play VCDs with Windows Media Player you must have either a CD or DVD drive: 1 Insert the (VCD) into - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 140
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enable you to copy, archive, and manage music, video, image, and data files, and then record the files to CDs or DVDs. You can also use Windows Media Player to download and copy music files to a portable device or memory card. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 142
that you use to create the disc (.mp3 is most commonly supported). For file format compatibility, check the documentation for the device in which you intend to play the disc. You may hear a slight loss of sound quality using compressed audio files. For more compatibility information, see "Disc - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 143
must be erased first. CD-R discs cannot be erased. IMPORTANT: HP supports the lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the that all the tracks may not fit on the disc. If the recording fails, manually select a slower recording speed, if available, each time you make a recording. - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 144
"Audio CD tips." 8 Click Burn to begin recording your music files to disc. 9 Click OK when the audio CD is completed. Creating video discs This section provides instructions for creating a video disc. You can create a video disc from files on the computer hard disk drive or directly from a digital - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 145
button to proceed to the Final Output window. 8 Select the burn options, and then click the Burn Disc icon. 9 When ready to create the video disc, click Burn. NOTE: For more help using CyberLink PowerProducer, click the Help icon. Copying a disc The following section explains how to make a copy - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 146
OK. 6 When the message Copy Disc: Completed successfully appears, click OK. The disc is ejected automatically. Creating data discs This section provides instructions for burning data files onto a disc. To create a data disc: 1 Insert a writable disc into the disc-burning drive. 2 Click the Windows - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 147
provides instructions for making a disc label by using LightScribe technology. For instructions on LightScribe logo Labeling software that supports LightScribe A writable LightScribe disc using CyberLink LabelPrint You may burn data, music, and videos to the disc before or after labeling the disc. - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 148
the Help information. Making a paper disc label The following section provides instructions for creating a paper label for the disc. To create a LightScribe adhesive label paper. You can purchase label paper at most office-supply stores. 2 Open CyberLink LabelPrint by clicking the Windows Start - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 149
5 Under Step 2: Edit titles and other information, design the disc label: a Type in a disc title, author, and date. b Type in song titles, artist/author, and time/size of the files. c Click the Import icon to import MP3 information. 6 Click the arrow button at the bottom of the window to continue. 7 - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 150
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or DVD drive. Digital camera or digital video camera: Connect the device to the computer by using the transfer cable that came with the device. (Select models have a digital camera docking bay.) Memory card: Insert the memory card into the memory card reader (select models only). Digital images that - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 152
menu item that enables you to view and search for the digital images by using the remote control or the keyboard and mouse. The Pictures + Videos menu in Windows Media Center provides all the tools that you need for viewing, organizing, editing, printing, sharing, and protecting the digital images - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 153
during a slide show. Viewing pictures as a slide show 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. 3 Select the folder of pictures that you want to view as a slide show, and then press Enter on the - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 154
button on the remote control. 4 Press the Backspace key on the keyboard until you are back at the Windows Media Center Start menu. 5 Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. 6 Select the folder of pictures that you want to view as a slide show, and then press Enter on the keyboard - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 155
.wmf .png File type Joint Photographic Experts Group Tagged Image File Format Graphics Interchange Format Bitmap Windows MetaFile Portable Network Graphics Only supported image file types display in the Pictures + Videos area of Windows Media Center. Unsupported files are skipped in a slide show - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 156
displays with the new settings. 9 Click Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Cropping pictures in Windows Media Center 1 Click on the taskbar, and then click Windows Media Center. 2 Click Pictures + Videos, and then click picture library. 3 Select a picture to edit. 4 Press - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 157
the picture, you cannot revert to the original picture. 9 Click Yes to save changes and replace the original picture file. Rotating pictures If the picture appears horizontally or vertically, and you and then click Print again. 5 Follow any onscreen instructions. Working with Pictures and Videos 149 - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 158
Center makes it easy to play home video files that you created or video files that you downloaded from the Internet. In Pictures + Videos you can: Play videos that are stored anywhere on the hard disk drive. Create a CD or DVD of your video files. View your videos in full-screen mode or from an - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 159
control or Enter on the keyboard, or you can just click the inset window. Using supported video file types You can view the following types of video files in Windows Media Center. Other file types are supported if the computer has the correct software installed: File extension .avi .dvr-ms .mpeg - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 160
to find it and add it to the Videos area. Recording analog and digital video files Refer to Help and Support for more information about capturing and recording video files from analog and digital video cameras. To find information in Help and Support: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 161
the speed of the cursor 53 CompactFlash media 95 troubleshooting memory card reader 97 Index computer front-panel connectors 3 Help video camera 6 headphones 28 peripherals 3 connection wired network 10 connector computer 3 monitor 3 country/region codes 125 Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Sound Card - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 162
disc label 139 local area network (LAN) 9 M manuals storing 8 memory card reader 143 card types 93 in-use light 96 troubleshooting 97 using 93 memory card, formatting 96 Memory Stick (MS) 95 Memory Stick (MS-Duo) 95 Memory Stick (MS-Pro Duo) 95 Memory Stick (MS-Pro) 95 Microdrive disk drive 95 - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 163
playing a song 117 supported file types 115 music Guide 39 safety warnings 39 Scalable Link Interface (SLI), using 5 scanner, connecting 8 scrolling with the mouse 52 Secure Digital (SD) memory card 95 setting up computer 1 settings for sound 107 general 107 Internet connections 107 Shared Video - HP Blackbird 002-21A | HP Blackbird Gaming System - Getting Started Guide - Page 164
, Windows Vista 43 updating, system 43 user accounts creating 40 V VCD playing with Windows Media Player 131 video movies transferring and recording 152 videos 150 creating a DVD 152 playing 150 playing digital videos 151 transferring videos 152 working with home videos 6 visualization settings 116
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